Boots On The Ground presented by The Mission Continues
Boots On The Ground Podcast sparks conversations with veterans and organizations who are working to address the critical issues and challenges affecting veterans, our families, and communities-in-need nationwide.This show is primarily an interview format and offers an opportunity to connect with veteran community members, highlight and educate our audience on military culture, meaning, and purpose.The subject of any given episode may range from veteran mental health, the transition from active-duty to veteran, women veterans, veteran service organizations, leadership/ professional/ personal growth no name a few.
Episodes
We celebrate the end of the year by looking back at some of the best Boost on the Ground Podcast moments from 2024.
We’re on a mission to connect veterans with under-resourced communities. Our programs deploy veteran volunteers to work alongside nonprofit partners and community leaders to improve educational resources, tackle food insecurity, foster neighborhood identity, and more. The Mission Continues’ vision is for all veterans ...
Keith Thomas welcomes Air Force Veteran and CarMax Associate Troy Shullick to the Boots on the Ground Podcast to discuss his journey from military service to a corporate career. Troy dives into CarMax' initiatives to support veterans exploring programs designed to ease the transition to civilian roles and highlight some success stories.
He'll discuss his time traveling in the military, transitioning out into a r...
Blayne Smith, Director of Health and Wellbeing at the George W. Bush Presidential Center and former Green Beret, joins new host Keith Thomas on the Boots on the Ground Podcast to talk about the Veterans Check-In Program and the importance of assisting veterans seeking mental health treatment.
Blayne discusses his journey through the military, working with mental health in the veteran community, and the importance of resou...
The Boots on the Ground Podcast looks back at some of the best moments from the episodes with Anthony Morgan and Melissa Steinman.
If you don't want to miss a moment, listen to their full episodes on this podcast feed.
We’re on a mission to connect veterans with under-resourced communities. Our programs deploy veteran volunteers to work alongside nonprofit partners and community leaders to improve educational resources...
The Boots on the Ground Podcast looks back at some of the best moments from the episodes with Gary Streeter and Daquane Mayes.
If you don't want to miss a moment, listen to their full episodes on this podcast feed.
We’re on a mission to connect veterans with under-resourced communities. Our programs deploy veteran volunteers to work alongside nonprofit partners and community leaders to improve educational resources, t...
The Boots on the Ground Podcast looks back at some of the best moments from the episodes with Tara Tilson and Elliot Gaskins
If you don't want to miss a moment, listen to their full episodes on this podcast feed.
We’re on a mission to connect veterans with under-resourced communities. Our programs deploy veteran volunteers to work alongside nonprofit partners and community leaders to improve educational resources, tac...
The Boots on the Ground Podcast looks back at some of the best moments from the episodes with Kris Vanderburg and Jeaniel Image.
If you don't want to miss a moment, listen to their full episodes on this podcast feed.
We’re on a mission to connect veterans with under-resourced communities. Our programs deploy veteran volunteers to work alongside nonprofit partners and community leaders to improve educational resources...
Miguel Vasquez is a dedicated Marine Veteran with distinguished service during the Global War on Terror serving during Operation Phantom Fury in Iraq. As a former Platoon Leader for The Mission Continues, Miguel has demonstrated exceptional leadership and commitment to community service. He remains highly active in the Los Angeles Platoon, continuously working to make a positive impact. Currently, Miguel serves as the Manager of In...
In this episode, we interview Rasheem Howell, Army veteran and Regional Operations Director for The Mission Continues. Rasheem shares his journey from growing up in New Jersey and Virginia, facing a troubled home life, to joining the Army in 98. Rasheem describes his military service as an AC technician at Fort Campbell, Kentucky, and his deployment with the 101st Airborne in 2003, where he experienced combat and personal loss.
Juanita Myers is an Army veteran dedicated to serving her community and finding fulfillment in volunteerism and leadership. She transitioned to civilian life after prioritizing her family over multiple deployments. Facing initial challenges without a plan, she spent 15 years as an overseas contractor to support her children. Her volunteerism began in the military and continued post-service to combat depression. Juanita connected wi...
Our guest today is Richard Diaz, an Army veteran and San Antonio Platoon Leader. Richard's journey is a powerful reminder that the battles we face don't stop once we've taken off the uniform. Growing up in San Antonio, Texas, Richard found himself getting into a lot of trouble. This led to him enlisting in the Army as an Apache helicopter crew chief. Transitioning back to civilian life was not easy for Richard.
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On this week's episode of the Boots on the Ground Podcast we explore the inspiring journey of Lester Lumbad, the Las Vegas Platoon Leader for The Mission Continues and founder of the Southern Nevada Chamber of Commerce. Lester's commitment to supporting veteran-owned businesses is deeply rooted in his military background and family legacy. Hailing from San Diego, Lester was inspired by his father, a retired Navy Master Ch...
To celebrate over one year of The Boots on the Ground Podcast, The Mission Continues is looking back at some of the best moments from our most listened episodes.
Today, we look back at David Alvarado's interview with Mike Montiel.
To celebrate over one year of The Boots on the Ground Podcast, The Mission Continues is looking back at some of the best moments from our most listened episodes.
Today, we look back at Matthew Purkey's conversation with Wes King.
We’re on a mission to connect veterans with under-resourced communities. Our programs deploy veteran volunteers to work alongside nonprofit partners and community leaders to improve educati...
To celebrate over one year of The Boots on the Ground Podcast, The Mission Continues is looking back at some of the best moments from our most listened episodes.
Today, we look back at T’Liza Kiel's interview with Kat Martinez.
To celebrate over one year of The Boots on the Ground Podcast, The Mission Continues is looking back at some of the best moments from our most listened episodes.
Today, we look back at David Alvarado's interview with Charlie Schletz.
To celebrate over one year of The Boots on the Ground Podcast, The Mission Continues is looking back at some of the best moments from our most listened episodes.
Today, we look back at T’Liza Kiel's interview with James Fitzgerald.
To celebrate over one year of The Boots on the Ground Podcast, The Mission Continues is looking back at some of the best moments from our most listened episodes.
Today, we look back at Matthew Purkey's conversation with Kyle Hausmann-Stokes.
Embark on an inspiring journey with Lawrence Ksiez, a Navy veteran whose service spans the Cold War era, including deployments to hotspots like the Persian Gulf during the Iranian hostage crisis. Post-military life presented challenges, but Lawrence discovered camaraderie and a new sense of purpose through Team Rubicon, leading him to The Mission Continues.
Currently serving as the Platoon Leader for New York City, Lawrence shares i...
In today's episode of the Boots on the Ground Podcast, we're honored to host Tara Tilson, a distinguished Army Veteran, IT specialist, and project manager known for her exemplary leadership in both peace and wartime. Tara's military career, marked by compassion and effective leadership, includes notable service in Northern Africa with the US Army, where she demonstrated remarkable skill in handling demanding situatio...
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