VET S.O.S. Presents The Military Transition Resource Show with Shawn Welsh and Keith Cassant
VET S.O.S. Podcast is your lifeline to success, dedicated to veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses. Discover invaluable information, resources, and insights from veteran support organizations and leaders in the veteran community. Join us as we connect you with the people and tools that empower our community to thrive.
Episodes
Christian Echeverri, Navy veteran and outreach lead at Best Military Resume and Hire Valor, joins the VET S.O.S. Podcast to share how cutting-edge AI is helping veterans bridge the gap between military service and civilian employment.
He dives into the challenges of rediscovering identity after retirement, adjusting post-COVID, and how his journey led him to help others find meaningful careers. Christian explains how Best Military R...
Marine Corps veteran and resiliency coach Garret Biss joins us on the VET S.O.S. podcast to share his journey through anxiety, addiction, and identity loss—and how those experiences led to the creation of Valiant Path, a revolutionary program in Veteran Resilience Training.
Garret explains how most veterans lose more than just a job when they leave the military—they lose connection, meaning, and identity. Through the lens of applied...
In this episode of the VET S.O.S. podcast, hosts Shawn Welsh and Keith Cassant talk with Katie Helbling, content creator at ClearanceJobs and host of the Security Clearance Careers podcast. Katie brings her trademark humor and honesty as she discusses how veterans can successfully navigate the security clearance job search after leaving the military.
Katie offers a behind-the-scenes look at the ClearanceJobs platform and explains ho...
Retired Air Force Lt. Col. Erick Saks joins VET S.O.S. to discuss Operation Lifeline, a nonprofit empowering veterans through housing, SkillBridge internships, and hands-on job training. Discover how Veteran Workforce Development is at the heart of this growing grassroots movement reshaping what veteran support can be.
🎙 Hosted by Shawn Welsh & Keith Cassant
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In this inspiring episode of the Military Transition Resources Show, we sit down with Brian Cain, Director of Development at Guitars for Vets, a nonprofit putting guitars—and hope—into the hands of America’s veterans.
Brian opens up about his personal battle with PTSD and brain injury following service in the Marine Corps and law enforcement. He shares how music, Boulder Crest’s Warrior PATHH, and the Guitars for Vets program helped...
This week on the VET S.O.S. Podcast, we speak with Shannon Huffman Polson—veteran Apache pilot, leadership expert, and founder of The Grit Institute. Shannon opens up about her military service, her unexpected pivot into corporate life, and the mindset and values that helped her lead with purpose through it all.
Shannon introduces us to her powerful Grit Triad model—Commit, Learn, Launch—and shares how veterans can embrace transitio...
In this dynamic episode of the VET S.O.S., we're joined by returning guest Peter Cline, founder of Boots to Books and co-founder of the new MilMentor platform.
Peter shares:
His authentic and humbling military transition story.
How MilMentor is filling the void left by Veterati.
The importance of fast feedback and one-on-one calls for career clarity.
His advice for young veterans on taking smart risks.
How mentorship, networking, and...
Lacey Craig of T-Mobile joins VET S.O.S. to spotlight how the company is leading the way in veteran hiring, retention, and military family support. As Senior Program Manager for Military and Partnership Recruiting, Lacey discusses the importance of long-term success for veterans and military spouses in the civilian workforce.
You’ll hear about T-Mobile’s industry-leading initiatives including:
PCS Paid Leave and Remote Work Flexi...
Join us for a powerful and inspiring conversation with Tony Grinston, the 16th Sergeant Major of the Army and current CEO of Army Emergency Relief (AER). In this VET S.O.S. episode, Tony talks about his transition from military leadership to nonprofit CEO, shares valuable advice for separating service members, and details the many ways AER supports soldiers and families.
We dive deep into:
Tony’s personal transition story (and na...
Michael Haltman, Chairman of the Heroes to Heroes Foundation, joins VET S.O.S. to share how their powerful peer-driven and faith-based program helps combat veterans overcome moral injury and suicidal ideation. From intensive one-year coaching to deeply spiritual journeys to Israel, the Heroes to Heroes Foundation delivers a proven path to healing and community reintegration. Learn about their impact, how to apply, and why this mode...
Welcome to the VET S.O.S. Podcast! In this episode, Shawn and Dr. Hira talk with Matthew Louis, acclaimed author of Mission Transition and Hiring Veterans, and a leading voice in the military transition space.
Matt discusses his own journey from the Army to the corporate world, how he’s helping bridge the civil-military divide, and why employment is the cornerstone of successful transition. You'll hear insights on:
Translating mi...
Join the VET S.O.S. Podcast for a high-impact conversation with Jai Salters, Navy veteran and founder of Act Now Education, MilMentor, and Service to Success. With over 77,000 served, Jai and his team are redefining what veteran and spouse support looks like—offering free certifications, job prep programs, tailored mentorship, and real hiring opportunities.
Cohosted by Dr. Hira, this episode explores:
Jai’s ongoing transition jou...
Three Years Strong! Dr. Vincent Soto on Transition, Transformation & Dressing for Success
We’re celebrating three years of VET S.O.S. with a returning guest and key figure in our journey — Dr. Vincent Soto! From his early days on Season 1 to now leading two powerful organizations — Navigating Solutions and Transition2Transformation — Dr. Soto embodies what it means to lead with passion and purpose after service.
In this episode:
<...This week on the VET S.O.S. podcast, we bring you an essential conversation that every veteran and their family needs to hear. Our guest is Inspector Carroll Harris, a 33-year government service professional, Marine Corps veteran, and national advocate for the Operation Protect Veterans campaign through the U.S. Postal Inspection Service.
Scams targeting veterans are on the rise—and they’re more sophisticated than ever. From fake ch...
🎧 Ready to amplify your voice and lead with impact? This episode of the VET S.O.S. podcast is a masterclass in communication training.
Join us as we welcome John Bates, founder of Executive Speaking Success and communication coach to organizations like NASA, Navy EOD, and Google. John’s mission is to empower veterans, transitioning service members, and leaders through powerful, science-backed communication strategies.
💡 You’ll disc...
What happens when a veteran survives multiple traumatic brain injuries, experiences daily cognitive and emotional symptoms, and then finds a program that changes everything?
In this deeply inspiring episode of VET S.O.S., we welcome Steve Papas, U.S. Navy veteran and Executive Director of the Leon Haley Brain Wellness Program at UF Health Jacksonville. Steve shares his personal healing journey—from debilitating symptoms to complete ...
In this special 150th episode of the VET S.O.S. podcast, we’re honored to welcome Algrish Williams, retired Command Sergeant Major, author, and CEO of Williams Leadership Consulting. Algrish shares his powerful transition story—balancing command responsibilities with preparation for civilian life—and how he leveraged intentional networking and leadership principles to thrive post-service.
🎯 Key Takeaways:
The importance of knowi...
🎙 New Episode of VET S.O.S. Podcast! 🎙
Scott DeLuzio – Army veteran, host of Drive On Podcast, author of Surviving Son, and advocate for veteran mental health.
In this powerful episode, Scott shares his unique transition story, how he coped with losing his brother in combat, and how he turned his struggles into a platform for veterans to find hope and resources.
Topics covered:
✔️ Surviving the loss of a loved one in combat
✔️ Overcom...
In this episode of VET S.O.S., we sit down with Jeffrey Lodick, a retired Army Master Sergeant, veteran advocate, and leadership expert. Jeffrey has dedicated his post-military career to helping transitioning service members, supporting organizations like FourBlock, and mentoring countless veterans—including our host!
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ The real challenges of military transition and why it’s more than just finding a...
🎙 Healing Through Horses: How Equine Therapy Supports Veterans | VET S.O.S.
In this episode, we’re diving into the healing power of equine-assisted therapy with Katie Fallon, Founder & Executive Director of Bridle Paths.
With over two decades of experience in equine-assisted psychotherapy and therapeutic riding, Katie shares how her journey led to helping veterans, service members, and military families overcome invisible wounds...
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