The Strategic Veteran Podcast
1) Peter Pollock
In this episode, Peter Pollock, a retired U.S. Air Force colonel, shares what really happens after a senior officer retires and the structure disappears. After 24 years of service, command roles, depl...Show More
2) Joshua Palassis
In this episode, Joshua Palassis shares what it feels like when your entire plan collapses overnight. After failing aircrew selection, Joshua lost his military path, his income, and his independence a...Show More
3) Rand Timmerman
In this episode, Rand Timmerman, a Vietnam War Marine, former mustang officer, JAG attorney, and lifelong alcoholic in recovery, shares one of the most honest stories ever told on this show. From rura...Show More
4) Kenneth Webb
In this episode, Kenneth Webb shares what happens when a 33-year Army career, a second career at American Airlines, and every familiar identity finally fall away. After retiring as a lieutenant colone...Show More
5) Cory Brown
In this episode, Cory Brown opens up about losing a brother-in-arms to suicide and how that loss forced him to confront everything the uniform never prepared him for. After 16 years in the Army and Na...Show More
6) Ron Beckner
In this episode, Ron Beckner shares how a career spanning the Navy, Coast Guard, Naval Reserves, and union pipe trades shaped his understanding of discipline, leadership, and money. After 24 years of ...Show More
7) Tommy Kilpatrick
In this episode, Tommy Kilpatrick shares how he deliberately burned his life to the ground. After decades of marriage, running medical clinics, and building financial stability, Tommy chose homelessne...Show More
8) Zack Miller
In this episode, Zack Miller, founder and CEO of Patriot Growth Capital, breaks down why entrepreneurship is one of the most powerful paths back to purpose after the military. Raised by two Marines an...Show More
9) Russell Torgerson
In this episode, Russ Torgerson shares how a 31-year Coast Guard career as a rescue swimmer and pilot shaped his identity, and how losing that identity nearly destroyed him after retirement. From pull...Show More
10) Robert Novotny
In this episode, Robert Novotny shares how he went from a Marine navigating loss, NJP, and suicide inside the ranks to building a life of purpose through financial planning and veteran advocacy. We di...Show More