It's About The Warrior Foundation
IATW Foundation's mission is to assist and empower ALL post 9/11 veterans and their families from the Tri-State Area. This podcast, hosted by US Army veteran Chad Tyson from WDVE, will help support that mission by talking about a wide range of issues important to veterans.
Episodes
March 1, 2024 • 25 mins
IATW Founder Steve Monteleone joins us on this episode to help wrap up Season 2! We talk about the Cabin Fever benefit concert that's coming up this weekend on Sunday at Jergels and run through the list of other events happening with the foundation this year, plus much more!
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February 24, 2024 • 31 mins
Jason Wylie and Doc Buzz Bryan join us on this episode to talk about burn pits, the PACT Act, and VA claims. If you're having issues with a claim you've filed, this is a must listen to episode. Don't give up!
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February 2, 2024 • 32 mins
Patrick Jardini from IATW and the Sweetwater Cottage Band joins us on this episode to talk about this year’s Cabin Fever Concert that’s happening at Jergel’s on March 3rd to benefit Army Veteran/Hampton Police Officer Robert Kirsopp and his family as he battles cancer. Tickets available at jergels.com and more info at IATW.us.
We also talk about the healing power of music, Vet Tix (which is something every veteran should look into)...
We also talk about the healing power of music, Vet Tix (which is something every veteran should look into)...
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January 26, 2024 • 31 mins
Dr. Thomas Burnett from Regeneration Pittsburgh in Wexford, PA joins us on this episode to talk about pain management using regenerative medicine, including stem cell therapy and other methods instead of invasive, dangerous and costly surgeries. He also shares some great tips about four specific areas in your life (diet, exercise, sleep, and stress) that YOU can start working on TODAY to help start the healing process.
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January 19, 2024 • 35 mins
Psychotherapist Cassy Sanderson from Sanderson Psychological joins us on this episode to talk about mental health. Lots of great, useful info here, plus we talked in depth about taking that first step to getting help if you think you need it, or know someone does.
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January 12, 2024 • 33 mins
US Army Ranger veteran Jeff Earley from Coldwell Banker joins me on this episode to talk about VA Home Loans. We talk about the process of getting one, debunk some myths, and much more. If you're a veteran looking to buy a home (or know someone that is), this is a MUST LISTEN episode!
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January 5, 2024 • 12 mins
Need to file a claim for veteran's benefits? The best place to start is with a VSO, and it's FREE! Shawnee Young, Director of the Butler County Veterans Services Office, joins us on this episode to talk in depth about the great work they do being advocates for veterans and helping file claims so they can get the benefits they deserve.
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December 15, 2023 • 16 mins
We had some guests scheduled this for month that ended up having to popstone until after the first of the year, so IATW Founder Steve Monteleone joins us on this episode to rundown what we have planned after the holiday break, and we also talk about some big events the foundation has planned. The next episode goes live the first Friday of 2024!
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December 1, 2023 • 40 mins
Dr. Charles Simkovich from The Concussion Institute in Wexford, PA joins us on this episode to talk about all things related to concussions. We chat about the signs and symptoms, myths, the diagnosis process, and treatment including a revolutionary technique they use at the institute to help patients in their recovery.
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November 17, 2023 • 30 mins
Doc Buzz Bryan joins me on this episode to talk in depth about VA health care and benefits. We cover a lot of topics, like how to get enrolled, how to submit a claim, and much more. Doc is a veteran that used to work for the VA in Pittsburgh and now is with the VA in West Palm Beach. He knows his stuff, so if you're a veteran that's not enrolled, or you're having issues with a claim youve filed, this is a MUST LISTEN.
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November 10, 2023 • 24 mins
We are officially back for Season 2! IATW Founder Steve Monteleone joins me on this Veterans Day Weekend episode to recap the summer, talk about upcoming events still on the calendar for this year, and much more. We also give you the rundown of what to expect for the new season of the podcast! New episodes every Friday!
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May 26, 2023 • 81 mins
We wrap up Season 1 live to tape at Shooters in Wexford with lots of guests and topics in this special 80 minute episode.
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May 12, 2023 • 39 mins
IATW Founder Steve Monteleone joins us on this week's epsiode to talk about the recent hunting trip to Wyoming, upcoming events, the latest foundation news, our plans for Season 2 of the podcast, and much more!
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May 6, 2023 • 20 mins
USAF Master Sergeant and Silver Star recipient Michael Sears, who is the Command Chief of the 177th Fighter Wing, joins us on this episode. Sears talks about his career in the military, which in addition to the Air Force, has also included an active duty enlistment in the Marine Corps. He also shares the story about his heroic actions during the events of Sept. 29, 2012 when his unit was ambushed in Afghanistan.
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April 28, 2023 • 25 mins
USMC veteran Dan Lepro joins us on this episode to talk about how he's helping to get the word out about the foundation through racing, his time in the Marines, and much more!
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April 22, 2023 • 19 mins
USAF SSG Michael Martin joins us this week to talk about his time in the Air National Guard, his recent deployment to Qatar, and much more.
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April 14, 2023 • 25 mins
USAF veteran Fred Settle joins us on this episode to talk about his time in the Air Force, the deployments he was on, the foundation, and much more!
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April 7, 2023 • 22 mins
US Army veteran Brian Shumaker joins us on this episdoe to talk about his time in the military and upcoming IATW events, including the Suicide Prevention Class that is happening on April 19th.
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April 1, 2023 • 32 mins
Amanda Palka and Courtney Schreckengost join us on this episode. Their husbands are USMC veterans that have both been previous guests on the podcast. To wrap up Women's History Month we about life as the spouse of a combat vet, the work they are doing with the foundation, and much more!
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March 24, 2023 • 37 mins
USMC veteran and IATW Board Member Bob Cerra joins us this week to talk about rejoining the Marines after 9/11, his deployment to Iraq, dealing with PTSD, the upcoming Suicide Prevention Class that's coming up in April, and much more.
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