The Scuttlebutt: Understanding Military Culture

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Welcome to The Scuttlebutt, a weekly pre-recorded program presented by The Veterans Breakfast Club. “Scuttlebutt” is a military term (specifically Navy) for talk or gossip around the watercooler below decks. And this is what our program is all about: we have informed conversations about the military experience, past and present. We want to bridge the divide between those who serve and those who don’t. We look at headlines, we tackle important topics, and we ask questions. Join us on this journey of spreading the Scuttlebutt!

Episodes

Monday Nov 13, 2023

What the Taliban Told Me Author Ian Fritz

Monday Nov 13, 2023

When Ian Fritz joined the Air Force at eighteen, he did so out of necessity. He hadn’t been accepted into college thanks to an indifferent high school career. He’d too often slept through his classes as he worked long hours at a Chinese restaurant to help pay the bills for his trailer-dwelling family in Lake City, Florida.

But the Air Force recognized his potential and sent him to the elite Defense Language Institute in Monterey, California, to learn Dari and Pashto, the main languages of Afghanistan. By 2011, Fritz was an airborne cryptologic linguist and one of only a tiny number of people in the world trained to do this job on low-flying gunships. He monitored communications on the ground and determined in real time which Afghans are Taliban and which are innocent civilians. This eavesdropping was critical to supporting Special Forces units on the ground, but there is no training to counter the emotional complexity that develops as you listen to people’s most intimate conversations. Over the course of two tours, Fritz listened to the Taliban for hundreds of hours, all over the country night and day, in moments of peace and in the middle of battle. What he heard taught him about the people of Afghanistan—Taliban and otherwise—the war, and himself. Fritz’s fluency is his greatest asset to the military, yet it becomes the greatest liability to his own commitment to the cause.

Both proud of his service and in despair that he is instrumental in destroying the voices that he hears, What the Taliban Told Me is a brilliant, intimate coming-of-age memoir and a reckoning with our twenty years of war in Afghanistan.

https://www.ianlfritz.com/

What the Taliban Told Me - https://bit.ly/49pTYR9

What I Learned While Eavesdropping on the Taliban (Atlantic Article) - https://bit.ly/3u2O34p

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Monday Nov 06, 2023

What are the weapons that are destroying your peace, power, and purpose?

Monday Nov 06, 2023

Adam F. Jones is a former U.S. Army Captain, Black Hawk helicopter pilot, author of "Weapons of Mass Deception: Detect and Defeat the Four Weapons Destroying Your Peace, Purpose, and Power," host of the Leadership Accelerator Podcast, and founder of Kingdom Operatives.

With 10 years of military experience and chosen for diverse roles such as serving as a criminal analyst for Interpol and strategic consultant for the Under Secretary of Defense, Adam is trained to build resilient teams for high-stakes environments.

As the commander of Delta Company, he transformed a toxic culture and improved retention among a specialized team of 50+ aviation professionals. Adam is the recipient of the Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, National Defense Service Medal, and the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal. Now, as the founder of Kingdom Operatives, Adam shares his leadership principles to help CEOs build powerful and efficient teams who thrive through adversity.

He is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) with continued experience building powerful teams that effectively operate in high-stakes environments. Adam resides in Pittsburgh, PA, and is a devoted husband and father of two powerful girls.

On The Scuttlebutt we dive into Adam’s unique military history. How he overcame adversity and disappointment to become a proficient and talented Black Hawk pilot and what drives him to help those around him succeed.

https://www.adamfjones.com/

https://www.adamfjones.com/kingdom-operatives

Weapons of Mass Deception - https://amzn.to/3SH7s5l

Weapons of Mass Deception Workbook - https://bit.ly/40iRd01

Support this podcast:

Thank you to our sponsor: Tobacco Free Adagio Health: https://tobaccofree.adagiohealth.org/

The Scuttlebutt is now on Wreaths Across America Radio. You listen in any time with this live link: https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/radio

To find out more information about the Veterans Breakfast Club and view our upcoming schedule of online and in-person events, visit our website at: http://www.veteransbreakfastclub.org/

Monday Oct 23, 2023

Veteran Powered Films provides a creative outlet for veterans through the power of community

Monday Oct 23, 2023

Julia Ling is an accomplished actress, dancer, producer, and a veteran. Hiram Murray is an accomplished actor and also a Marine Corps veteran. Together they are unstoppable! Their recent project is Veteran Powered Films a production company whose mission is to empower veterans and servicemembers to create and tell their stories through film.

When military servicemen and women leave the service, they can experience a difficult transition back to civilian life. They leave behind a community and brother/sisterhood that supported them through difficult times. Veteran Powered Films aims to provide a sense of purpose and community through films made by veterans for everyone!

One thing every veteran can agree on is that Hollywood usually gets it wrong when telling stories about veterans. Hiram and Julia are driven to provide the most authentic portrayal of veterans on film because they both feel responsible for the image of what a veteran is.

After their successful short-film TANGO DOWN, they’ve started work on a full-length feature film Homestead. A new trailer of which is linked below.

To support Veteran Powered Films, visit their website https://veteranpoweredfilms.com/

Julia Ling: https://bit.ly/3ZTy8kD

Hiram A. Murray: https://bit.ly/3Qc1qba

Veteran Powered Films: https://veteranpoweredfilms.com/

Tango Down Trailer: https://bit.ly/46oB1MU

Support this podcast:

Thank you to our sponsor: Tobacco Free Adagio Health: https://tobaccofree.adagiohealth.org/

The Scuttlebutt is now on Wreaths Across America Radio. You listen in any time with this live link: https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/radio

To find out more information about the Veterans Breakfast Club and view our upcoming schedule of online and in-person events, visit our website at: http://www.veteransbreakfastclub.org/

Monday Oct 16, 2023

Matt Louis provides a roadmap for companies to hire and retain veterans in his new book Hiring Veterans

Monday Oct 16, 2023

Where Matt Louis’s previous book MISSION TRANSITION focused on transitioning servicemen and women by giving them an essential career-change guide for avoiding false starts and making optimal career choices following active duty.

Matt’s new book HIRING VETERANS flips to the other side of the same coin and focuses on the organizations and companies hiring said veterans.

Every year, about a quarter of a million veterans leave the military - most of whom are unprepared for the transition. These service members have developed incredible leadership, problem-solving, and practical skills that are underutilized once they reach the civilian world, a detriment to both themselves and society.

HIRING VETERANS makes the clear case for the value of employing members of today's military community. Veterans represent a real-time talent pool of experienced, trained, and dedicated professionals that, when properly harnessed, comprise an instant means of improving a company’s competitiveness and productivity. Case studies of organizations both large and small clearly demonstrate how leveraging a veteran talent-based strategy is a business imperative resulting in organizational growth.

Matt is also the President of Purepost, a next-generation staffing solution and public benefits corporation whose goal is to level the playing field in the nation's talent market.

Purepost - https://www.purepost.co/

Matthew Louis - https://matthewjlouis.com/

Hiring Veterans - https://matthewjlouis.com/hiring-veterans/

Mission Transition - https://matthewjlouis.com/mission-transition/

Support this podcast:

Thank you to our sponsor: Tobacco Free Adagio Health: https://tobaccofree.adagiohealth.org/

The Scuttlebutt is now on Wreaths Across America Radio. You listen in any time with this live link: https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/radio

To find out more information about the Veterans Breakfast Club and view our upcoming schedule of online and in-person events, visit our website at: http://www.veteransbreakfastclub.org/

Monday Oct 09, 2023

Veteran Matthew Landis Fought Addiction and Homelessness with the Great Outdoors

Monday Oct 09, 2023

Matthew Landis served in the Air Force but when he transitioned to civilian life, he lost his direction and purpose. Falling heavily into addiction and finding himself homeless, Matthew flatlined from an overdose. Having been saved by the slimmest of margins, he knew he needed to change his life.

It has not been easy but Matthew clawed his way back to life. His story of redemption is an inspirational one. Seeking holistic healing, Matthew found the Pacific Rim Trail and walked the entire length of the United States North to South not once – but twice.

Now Matthew is a fierce advocate for veterans using the great outdoors to heal trauma and find purpose.

He lives in an apartment now with his loyal service dog and plans walks that will challenge his mind, body, and spirit.

You can view Matthew’s photos on his Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matthew.landis/?ref=shop_looks

Support this podcast:

Thank you to our sponsor: Tobacco Free Adagio Health: https://tobaccofree.adagiohealth.org/

The Scuttlebutt is now on Wreaths Across America Radio. You listen in any time with this live link: https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/radio

To find out more information about the Veterans Breakfast Club and view our upcoming schedule of online and in-person events, visit our website at: http://www.veteransbreakfastclub.org/

Monday Sep 11, 2023

Robin’s Home spearheads support for homeless female veterans and their children

Monday Sep 11, 2023

Robin’s Home provides a full continuum of care for homeless, unstably housed and low-income female veterans and their children. Robin’s Home is located in Butler, PA but serves women veterans in seven counties: Allegheny, Armstrong, Butler, Clarion, Erie, Lawrence, and Mercer counties.

Robin’s Home is named after a women veteran who served in the Army and was deployed in support of Desert Storm. After discharge, Robin had been receiving treatment for sexual trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder when she also required surgery for a medical condition. Unfortunately, due to complications from the surgery, Robin passed away January 27, 2017. In her honor, Robin’s Home provides supportive housing to women veterans and their children in need.

No other agency provides supportive housing to homeless women veterans and their children. Sadly, there is a growing need for women veterans who need housing stabilization and supportive services. Women Veterans are the fastest growing segment of the military and homeless population. Women Veterans are also twice as likely to experience homelessness than non women veterans.

Executive Director and Founder Mary Chitwood along with President of the Board of Directors at Robin’s Home discuss the history of Robin’s Home and how women can seek assistance.

Robin’s Home - https://robinshome.us/

Support this podcast:

Thank you to our sponsor: Tobacco Free Adagio Health: https://tobaccofree.adagiohealth.org/

The Scuttlebutt is now on Wreaths Across America Radio. You listen in any time with this live link: https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/radio

To find out more information about the Veterans Breakfast Club and view our upcoming schedule of online and in-person events, visit our website at: http://www.veteransbreakfastclub.org/

Monday Aug 21, 2023

American Homecoming is a home remodeling show all about helping Veterans

Monday Aug 21, 2023

Joining The Scuttlebutt this week is actor and host of American Homecoming Jack Maxwell. Jack has appeared on television in

Lost, 24, House, Without a Trace, Beverly Hills 90210, General Hospital, and All My Children. He hosted all four seasons of Travel Channel’s Booze Traveler and has now turned his attention to helping spread the word about disabled veterans.

It is an unfortunate fact that many of our veterans return from serving our country disabled, to a house that no longer serves them. What was once an easy walk up a couple of steps to the front door now requires a ramp. Hardwood floors are not a luxury but a necessity.

Navigating the house now becomes a difficult, time-consuming, often-aggravating chore.

In American Homecoming, a veteran and their family, will be sent away for one week on a surprise vacation. Meanwhile, the expert team of carpenters and designers, along with an army of volunteers, mobilizes with military precision to renovate and remodel the house.

Each episode concludes with the unsuspecting family returning to a yard filled with an army of volunteers waiting to introduce them to their new home. One that is more welcoming, livable, and easier to navigate, with greater accessibility. As an added bonus, the house is updated with new furniture, appliances, decor, and household goods.

You can watch the first episode for free now at https://americanhomecoming.tv/

Support this podcast:

Thank you to our sponsor: Tobacco Free Adagio Health: https://tobaccofree.adagiohealth.org/

The Scuttlebutt is now on Wreaths Across America Radio. You listen in any time with this live link: https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/radio

To find out more information about the Veterans Breakfast Club and view our upcoming schedule of online and in-person events, visit our website at: http://www.veteransbreakfastclub.org/

Monday Aug 07, 2023

Candorful’s Co-Founder Pat Hubbell is here to help you nail a job interview after your military service

Monday Aug 07, 2023

Pat Hubbell started the non-profit Candorful with Army Veteran Peter Sukits when they realized transitioning military personnel needed help with the interview process.

Candorful’s mission is to connect transitioning military service members and career transitioners with experienced interview coaches for live personal practice job interviews – so they can Nail That Interview.

Pat has over 17 years of experience coaching soldiers, veterans and young professionals with career transitions at Cornell, PRTM (now PwC) and Keystone Strategy. She has an SM/MBA from MIT Sloan and a BSME from the University of Rhode Island. Before Candorful, she was VP of Development at Keystone Strategy, Senior Assoc. Director at Cornell, Management Consultant for PRTM and an Engineer.

Best of all is this service is 100% free for service members, military spouses, and Guard and Reservists.

Join The Scuttlebutt this week for tips and tricks and hear how Candorful can help you!

Candorful: https://candorful.org/

Disciplined Entrepreneurship by Bill Aulet: https://bit.ly/3ODZmaT

The 2-Hour Job Search by Steve Dalton: https://bit.ly/3Kqyedc

Top Gun’s Top 10 by Guy Snodgrass: https://bit.ly/3KqzzjY

Support this podcast:

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The Scuttlebutt is now on Wreaths Across America Radio. You listen in any time with this live link: https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/radio

To find out more information about the Veterans Breakfast Club and view our upcoming schedule of online and in-person events, visit our website at: http://www.veteransbreakfastclub.org/

Monday Jul 17, 2023

Veteran, Annie Brock, created the Leader Transition Institute to aid service members as they transition out of the military

Monday Jul 17, 2023

The Leader Transition Institute prepares and walks beside people who are making pivots in their lives, with a special emphasis on service members, veterans, and their spouses who are transitioning from active military service to the civilian sector.

LTI was launched in 2018 after the first session of what has become its flagship program, Changing Focus: Moving From We to Me. The program, designed for service members, veterans, and their spouses who are within 24 months of transitioning from active duty to the civilian sector, fills the gaps left by the DoD-mandated transition programs. Focusing on a holistic approach to establishing goals and renewing passions, Changing Focus helps service members take the next step in their careers.

Since 2018, LTE has crisscrossed the United States bringing the program to North Carolina, Florida, the District of Columbia and California. In 2020, the team moved into the virtual arena because of COVID-19. More than 300 Service members, veterans, and their spouses in over 33 states, in six countries, across three continents have now participated in 34 cohorts of the program.

Joining Shaun to talk about their individual service, the inception of LTI, and the programs on offer are President and CEO Annie Brock and Director Jose Velazquez.

Leader Transition Institute: https://www.leadertransitioninstitute.org/

Information Page: https://www.leadertransitioninstitute.org/changing-focus-registration

Registration Page: https://bit.ly/3O84y6G

bit.ly/CF-registration

Support this podcast:

Thank you to our sponsor: Tobacco Free Adagio Health: https://tobaccofree.adagiohealth.org/

The Scuttlebutt is now on Wreaths Across America Radio. You listen in any time with this live link: https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/radio

To find out more information about the Veterans Breakfast Club and view our upcoming schedule of online and in-person events, visit our website at: http://www.veteransbreakfastclub.org/

Monday Jul 10, 2023

Air Force Veteran and owner of Vault Coffeehouse Milo Speranzo talks coffee and running a business

Monday Jul 10, 2023

Milo Speranzo didn’t like coffee before enlisting in the Air Force. But during his time deployed in Columbia and the military’s penchant for long hours, Milo developed a taste for a good cup-a-joe. Add to that a passion for entrepreneurialism and a love of his hometown of Pitcairn, PA and you have a recipe for success!

Joining Milo to talk about veteran-owned businesses is Navy veteran Donn Nemchick. Donn worked with the Small Business Administration for 16 years. During that time, he worked in conjunction with the Small Business Development Center at the University of Pitt. Needless to say, Donn knows a thing or two about helping small businesses find success.

If you are a veteran and you’re looking to start a business – you’ve come to the right podcast!

Not only do we get a history lesson on coffee in the military but we also get a crash course in what it takes to run a small business.

Milo Speranzo – The Incline - https://bit.ly/3CWXcwH

Vault Coffeehouse - https://www.coffeeinthevault.com/

University of Pittsburgh Small Business Development Center - https://entrepreneur.pitt.edu/centers/small-business-development-center-sbdc/

Schedule a Consultation - https://pasbdc.ecenterdirect.com/signup

Or Call – 412-648-1542

Support this podcast:

Thank you to our sponsor: Tobacco Free Adagio Health: https://tobaccofree.adagiohealth.org/

The Scuttlebutt is now on Wreaths Across America Radio. You listen in any time with this live link: https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/radio

To find out more information about the Veterans Breakfast Club and view our upcoming schedule of online and in-person events, visit our website at: http://www.veteransbreakfastclub.org/

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