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We Talk about our VA Experiences --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/support

Wayne Tells us what a VSO is and what they do. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/support

Today we talk to Carlo, a Veteran who has started his own companies and has worked in the financial sector for a while. He has also help streamline the healthcare sector and shears his insight on that as well. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/support

Today Jeff and I talk a little about the corporate world and some of the things you have to think about before opening your own business. Some things you might have to consider when looking for a job when you get out. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/support

Today Danny and I talk about what it's like to go into the military. As he is only a few months into his military career, he gives us insight on what it's like at the beginning. Most of us probably forgot what it was like and some of you might be interested. Either way, we thought it would be fun to look at it from the other side. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/support

Today Jeff and I talk about Martial Arts and how it can help you find the comradery and structure you may be missing. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/support

Today we talk to Joey about going into the Air Force Reserves after being a 15T in the Army and the differences there.  We also talk about getting your Back from a uncooperative Ex. We also get sidetracked with hanger talk.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/support

Today we talk to Jesse a former Marine that is now a music teacher. We talked about getting Grants to get Free money for school. Also claiming your own money once you're out or off a Job. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/support

Today we talk to Jack a former Navy guy and is now a Psychiatric Social Worker. He talks about how Trauma is a brain injury. How to deal with civilians. Also getting out and starting back at low wage jobs.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/support

Today we talk to Edwin on his experience getting out. Apparently the new ACAP program is much better than the the old TAPs but can still use some help. We also talked about how getting help is okay and can bring back or improve the communication with your family that is great for everyone.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/support

Today we talk to Chris about walking right into a Reserve Unit. Then moving to the civilian side of things.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/support

Today we talk to Gabriel a former Infantry guy on how his skills learned as a Grunt translate into his civilian career. Some carry over easily and others definitely do not. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/support

Keith and I talk about the simple yet easily overlooked skill of networking the importance of resumes and difficulty in contracting jobs --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/support

Today we talk to Jason on getting out and not having a plan. It took him a few years but he then created his own company and  has a great job and life now. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/support

Shante is back for more updates and insights into EMDR. This episode clarifies some information that was discussed in the previous episode.   Shante Breitenbach is an Army veteran who served in both the Afghanistan and Iraq wars. Currently, she is a professional counselor aiming to specialize in Trauma treatment in the state of Georgia. She can be reached by email or through her Psychology today listing. Shantes Contact Info: shante.breitenbach@gmail.com   https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/406604 --  Shante O. Breitenbach, LPC, NCC shante.breitenbach@gmail.com EMDR Information:  www.emdr.com  Website of the originator of EMDR, Francine Shapiro, PhD.  https://www.emdria.org EMDR International Association. A professional organization that approves training and certifies therapists in EMDR.  https://www.emdrconsulting.com/ EMDR Consulting. The company that provided my training.  https://www.ptsd.va.gov/understand_tx/tx_basics.asp VA recommended treatments for PTSD. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/support

Today Wayne, a former VSO (Veterans Service Officer) tells us how useful and helpful the VSO can be. They can help with filing claims, finding out about additional benefits and many other things that are helpful to veterans.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/support

Stu importance of getting our records. EP. #5 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/support

Roni (an ex Flight Medic) and I talk about having to retrain for a nursing position, and how important a Support System can be in your transition. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/support

John Is a Retired USAF Colonel that has worked with the TAPs Program helping Veterans transition into civilian life. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/support

Shante explains the process of EMDR therapy and it's huge benefits to Veterans and people with all traumas.    Shante Breitenbach is an Army veteran who served in both the Afghanistan and Iraq wars. Currently, she is a professional counselor aiming to specialize in Trauma treatment in the state of Georgia. She can be reached by email or through her Psychology today listing.   Find her at:    https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/406604 Recommended Links and Info:     www.emdr.com  Website of the originator of EMDR, Francine Shapiro, PhD.  https://www.emdria.org EMDR International Association. A professional organization that approves training and certifies therapists in EMDR.  https://www.emdrconsulting.com/ EMDR Consulting. The company that provided my training.  https://www.ptsd.va.gov/understand_tx/tx_basics.asp VA recommended treatments for PTSD. Books  Francine Shapiro’s EMDR: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Protocols and Procedures (3rd edition) Bessel van der Kolk’s The Body Keeps Score --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/leftseat-rightseat/support