From Combat to Community: The Journey of Veterans with Adam Bird
Release Date: 05/14/2024
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In this episode of the Helping The Brave podcast, host Ed Parcaut engages in a thoughtful conversation with guest Zorina Pritchett on the topic of helping veterans navigate post-military life. Zorina shares her inspiring journey from military service to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of self-care, perseverance, and embracing imperfection. They discuss Zorina's game Zomatic Shift, designed to promote social skills in children, her experiences as a disabled veteran, and her valuable insights on VA disability claims. Join us for a heartfelt discussion on resilience, purpose, and...
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From Combat to Community: The Journey of Veterans with Adam Bird
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Welcome to another powerful episode of Helping the Brave Podcast. In this inspiring session, our host Ed Parcaut is joined by esteemed guest Adam Bird, a veteran who served in the Arizona Army National Guard and the founder of Heroes Media Group. Dive into a poignant conversation about the challenges veterans face, the significance of community support, and the transformative power of finding one's path post-service. In today’s discussion, we cover a range of compelling topics including: - Adam's and Ed’s personal experiences from military service to civilian transition. - The importance...
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From Prosecutor to Protector: Mark Booher's Journey to Empowering Citizens
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Tim Heale on Military Welfare and the Emotional Legacy of Service
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Nitki's Dad on Spirituality and Responsibility: A Marine's Transition and Growth
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info_outlineWelcome to another powerful episode of Helping the Brave Podcast. In this inspiring session, our host Ed Parcaut is joined by esteemed guest Adam Bird, a veteran who served in the Arizona Army National Guard and the founder of Heroes Media Group. Dive into a poignant conversation about the challenges veterans face, the significance of community support, and the transformative power of finding one's path post-service.
In today’s discussion, we cover a range of compelling topics including:
- Adam's and Ed’s personal experiences from military service to civilian transition.
- The importance of mental health support and alternative therapies in the veteran community.
- Insights into Adam's entrepreneurial journey with Heroes Media Group and other ventures aimed at supporting veterans.
- Focused discussions on government inefficiencies, veteran policies, and the urgent need for reform.
This episode also sheds light on the impact of community-led events like the recent Firewalker event organized by Ed, demonstrating how collective efforts can make a real difference in the lives of our brave veterans.
Join us down this thought-provoking path as we explore struggles, victories, and ongoing efforts to better support our veterans. Don't forget to subscribe to our channel and support "Helping the Brave" to ensure we can continue to bring valuable insights and discussions like this to you.
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