VA Claims Insider Podcast

Brian Reese
VA Claims Insider Podcast

Hi Veterans, welcome to the VA Claims Insider Podcast! We’re Veterans helping Veterans get the VA disability rating and compensation YOU deserve. I’m your host, Air Force service-disabled veteran Brian Reese, and each week we share VA disability claim tips, strategies, and lessons learned to help you win, service-connect, and get rated at the appropriate level, even if you’ve already filed or been denied!

  1. 20/02/2024

    Podcast #159: Get Your VA Disability Questions Answered!

    Trying to sort through all of the VA disability information online can be daunting—and confusing. You watch YouTube video after YouTube video, read blog after blog, book after book, yet you’re left with more questions than answers. Sound familiar? We’ll arm you with the knowledge to get the benefits YOU DESERVE!

    1 h y 1 min

  2. 01/12/2023

    Podcast #158: Ask the VA Rater - BRAND NEW VA Rating for Migraine Headaches (2023 UPDATE!)

    Welcome to Ask the VA Rater, a brand new show where we deep dive VA claim tips and strategies for VA disability benefits and veteran benefits. I’m your host Brian Reese, and in today’s episode, we’re going to go explore the brand new VA Rating for Migraine Headaches as well as the new criteria for prostrating headaches. We'll also talk about critical medical evidence you need, such as migraine tracker apps, so that you can submit your VA claim and get the proper VA Rating for Migraines. Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and ring the notification bell so you never miss an episode of “Ask the VA Rater!” 👉 New VA Rating for Migraines Explained (2023 Update!): https://vaclaimsinsider.com/new-va-rating-for-migraine-headaches/ ***Video Timestamps*** ⏩ 00:00 Ask the VA Rater Introduction: Darrell McDonald and Brian Reese ⏩ 01:52 VA Disability Benefits for Migraine Headaches ⏩ 02:34 What is a Prostrating Migraine? ⏩ 04:22 How to Get a VA Rating for Migraines ⏩ 04:52 Why Any Type of Headache Can Get a VA Rating ⏩ 05:52 What is the VA Rating for Migraine Headaches? ⏩ 06:48 What Evidence Should I Submit With My VA Disability Claim for Migraines? ⏩ 11:07 Tracking Your Migraine Headaches and Symptoms in Migraine Buddy ⏩ 12:04 How to Get a 50 Percent VA Rating for Migraines ⏩ 15:02 VA Secondary Service Connection for Migraines ⏩ 16:28 How To File a VA Secondary Claim Online in 10 Minutes or Less ⏩ 18:20 Do I Need a VA Nexus Letter for a Private Doctor? ⏩ 21:02 Thank You Veterans for Serving Our Country! 📱 Schedule your FREE Discovery Call right now! You'll get to talk to one of our team members who can answer all of your questions and help you develop a winning strategy: https://vaclaims.help ✔️Join VA Claims Insider Elite, get instant access to the ELITE Experience Portal (EEP) and $13,119 worth of proprietary VA claim resources TODAY, and obtain VA Nexus Letters: https://vaclaimsinsider.com/elite-membership/ 👉 Get FREE VA claim resources at our website: https://vaclaimsinsider.com/ 🚀 Check out the VA Claims Insider blog here: https://vaclaimsinsider.com/blog/ 📺 Check out The VA Claims Insider YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/vaclaimsinsider 🔥 We go LIVE every Wednesday 11am CST on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vaclaimsinsider #vaclaims #vadisability #vaclaimsinsider

    23 min

  3. 22/09/2023

    Podcast #157: Ask the VA Rater: Do I Qualify for VA Disability Benefits?

    On this episode of Ask the VA Rater, we will explain the basic eligibility for VA disability benefits and answer the question: "Do I Qualify for VA Benefits?" Generally, all veterans who don’t have a dishonorable discharge or bad conduct discharge qualify for some amount of VA benefits. The exact type and amount depends upon a variety of factors. Let's go! ****Video Timestamps*** ⏩ 00:00 VA Claims Insider Introduction ⏩ 01:06 Do I Qualify for VA Benefits? ⏩ 03:16 VA Benefits Eligibility for Dishonorable or Bad Conduct Discharge ⏩ 06:14 Can I Have Multiple Discharges for VA Benefits? ⏩ 07:26 What Does the VSR & RVSR Look for When Submitting a VA Claim? ⏩ 08:54 How You Can Help the VA Rater Help You! ⏩ 11:49 If I Didn't Serve in Combat Can I Still Get VA Disability Benefits? ⏩ 13:59 Nobody Should Care More About Your VA Benefits Than YOU! 📱 Schedule your FREE Discovery Call right now! You'll get to talk to one of our team members who can answer all of your questions and help you develop a winning strategy: https://vaclaims.help ✔️Join VA Claims Insider Elite, get instant access to the ELITE Experience Portal (EEP) and $13,119 worth of proprietary VA claim resources TODAY, and obtain VA Nexus Letters: https://vaclaimsinsider.com/elite-membership/ 👉 Get FREE VA claim resources at our website: https://vaclaimsinsider.com/ 🚀 Check out the VA Claims Insider blog here: https://vaclaimsinsider.com/blog/ 📺 Check out The VA Claims Insider YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/vaclaimsinsider 🔥 We go LIVE every Wednesday 11am CST on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vaclaimsinsider #vaclaims #vadisabilitybenefits #vaclaimsinsider

    16 min

  4. 22/09/2023

    Podcast #156: Ask the VA Rater: How Many Veterans Are There? [2023 Veteran Statistics]

    On this episode of Ask the VA Rater, we will reveal some sobering Veteran Statistics as well as answer the question “How Many Veterans Are There in the World?” We will also discuss how to successfully navigate the military-to-veteran transition. Here is the high-value companion blog post with detailed military and veteran statistics: https://vaclaimsinsider.com/how-many-veterans-are-there/ ***Audio Timestamps*** ⏩ 00:00 Ask the VA Rater with Brian Reese & Darrell McDonald ⏩ 01:46 Sobering Veteran Statistics About U.S. Military Veterans ⏩ 03:02 How Many Veterans Are Out There? 18.5M Veterans in 2023 ⏩ 07:36 How to Navigate the Military to Civilian Transition ⏩ 09:58 Many Veterans Don’t Know They’re Eligible for VA Benefits ⏩ 14:22 The VA Should Help Create More Community Among US Military Veterans! ⏩ 15:40 How We Help End the Military and Veteran Suicide Epidemic ⏩ 19:55 Veterans Losing Their Identity & Tribe After Leaving the Military ⏩ 25:26 We Must Get to Know Our Fellow Veterans: Be the First to Reach Out! ⏩ 33:56 Human Beings Aren’t Meant to be Alone 📱 Schedule your FREE Discovery Call right now! You'll get to talk to one of our team members who can answer all of your questions and help you develop a winning strategy: https://vaclaims.help ✔️Join VA Claims Insider Elite, get instant access to the ELITE Experience Portal (EEP) and $13,119 worth of proprietary VA claim resources TODAY, and obtain VA Nexus Letters: https://vaclaimsinsider.com/elite-membership/ 👉 Get FREE VA claim resources at our website: https://vaclaimsinsider.com/ 🚀 Check out the VA Claims Insider blog here: https://vaclaimsinsider.com/blog/ 📺 Check out The VA Claims Insider YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/vaclaimsinsider 🔥 We go LIVE every Wednesday 11am CST on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vaclaimsinsider #veterans #military #vaclaimsinsider

    38 min

  5. 01/09/2023

    Podcast #155: Ask the VA Rater: Why Is My VA Claim Taking So Long? [2023 UPDATE!]

    Wouldn’t it be nice to hear directly from a VA Rater? Well, now you can! Welcome to Ask the VA Rater, a brand new show where we deep dive into VA claim tips and strategies for VA disability benefits and veteran benefits. I'm your host Brian Reese, and in today's episode, we're going to answer the questions: Why is My VA Claim Taking So Long? How Long Does a VA Claim Take? What Can I Do to Potentially Have My VA Disability Claim Approved Faster? The 4 Main Reasons Behind the VA Claims Backlog! Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and ring the notification bell so you never miss an episode of “Ask the VA Rater!” ***Audio Timestamps*** ⏩ 00:00 Ask the VA Rater Introduction: Darrell McDonald and Brian Reese ⏩ 04:08 The VA Claims Backlog Explained: How Long Does a VA Claim Take Right Now? ⏩ 08:03 Please Don’t Ever File Frivolous VA Disability Claims  ⏩ 09:18 Where Can I Find the VA Disability Conditions List? ⏩ 11:28 How to Take a Personal Inventory From Head to Toe! ⏩ 13:03 Make Sure You Have a Diagnosed Disability for Secondary Service Connection ⏩ 15:28 Get Your Butt to the Doctor and Get Your VA Disabilities Diagnosed and Documented! ⏩ 19:03 The Importance of Your VA Claim Strategy  ⏩ 20:58: What Veterans Can Do to Help with the VA Backlog ⏩ 21:58: What the VA Rater Can Do to Reduce the VA Disability Claims Backlog ⏩ 22:43: The 4 Main Reasons Behind the VA Claims Backlog Explained! ⏩ 23:18: The VA Has a Major Staffing Problem Right Now: VBA is Short Staffed  ⏩ 24:28: VBA Needs to Stop Overdeveloping VA Claims When a C&P Exam is Not Needed! ⏩ 26:25: Problems With the Veteran Benefits Management System (VBMS)  ⏩ 27:58: The Importance of Strategy, Education, and Medical Evidence!  ⏩ 31:13: Does the VA Intentionally Deny VA Disability Claims? ⏩ 32:20: Can VA Claims Insider Help Me? 📱 Schedule your FREE Discovery Call right now! You'll get to talk to one of our team members who can answer all of your questions and help you develop a winning strategy: https://vaclaims.help ✔️Join VA Claims Insider Elite, get instant access to the ELITE Experience Portal (EEP) and $13,119 worth of proprietary VA claim resources TODAY, and obtain VA Nexus Letters: https://vaclaimsinsider.com/elite-membership/ 👉 Get FREE VA claim resources at our website: https://vaclaimsinsider.com/ 🚀 Check out the VA Claims Insider blog here: https://vaclaimsinsider.com/blog/ 📺 Check out The VA Claims Insider YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/vaclaimsinsider 🔥 We go LIVE every Wednesday 11am CST on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vaclaimsinsider #vaclaims #vadisability #vaclaimsinsider

    38 min

  6. 25/08/2023

    Podcast #154: Ask the VA Rater: You Could Be Missing This Gateway VA Claim!

    Wouldn’t it be nice to hear directly from an RVSR, aka, a VA Rater? Well, now you can! Welcome to Ask the VA Rater, a brand new show where we deep dive into VA claim tips and strategies for VA disability benefits and veteran benefits. I'm your host Brian Reese, and in today's episode, we're going to uncover a crucial aspect of VA claims that you might be missing – the #1 easiest gateway claim to unlock your VA disability benefits! Don't forget to hit that subscribe button so you never miss an episode of “Ask the VA Rater!” Are you Stuck, Frustrated, and Underrated by the VA? If you need some help with your VA disability claim, join VA Claims Insider Elite TODAY and get started on your VA disability claim for FREE: https://vaclaimsinsider.com/elite-membership/ ***Audio Timestamps*** ⏩ 00:00 Ask the VA Rater Introduction  ⏩ 03:03 Are You Missing Out On This Gateway VA Claim? ⏩ 04:33 The ONE Easy VA Disability Claim a Veteran Can Self-Diagnose ⏩ 06:27 Tinnitus is the EASIEST Gateway Claim for VA Benefits ⏩ 07:18 What are Some Secondary Conditions to Tinnitus? ⏩ 08:59 How Important is a Nexus Letter for Secondary Conditions? ⏩ 09:28 Is VA Claims Insider Any Good?  ⏩ 11:08 What are VA Raters Looking for? ⏩ 13:03 Does the VA Deny Claims Intentionally? ⏩ 17:43 Help the VA Rater Help You with More Medical Evidence! ⏩ 21:13 How to Get Medical Evidence for Your VA Claim for FREE! ⏩ 23:13 How Important is Your VA Disability Claim Strategy? ⏩ 27:23 This is How to Speed Up Your VA Claim, Regardless of the VA Claims Backlog  ⏩ 32:35 VA Claims Insider Serves Veterans "Beyond the Claim!" ⏩ 36:33 What You Need to Know for PACT Act Claims! ⏩ 44:45 Submit a Fully Developed Claim with 1 or 2 Disability Conditions MAX! 📱 Schedule your FREE Discovery Call right now! You'll get to talk to one of our team members who can answer all of your questions and help you develop a winning strategy: https://vaclaims.help ✔️Join VA Claims Insider Elite, get instant access to the ELITE Experience Portal (EEP) and $13,119 worth of proprietary VA claim resources TODAY, and obtain VA Nexus Letters: https://vaclaimsinsider.com/elite-membership/ 👉 Get FREE VA claim resources at our website: https://vaclaimsinsider.com/ 🚀 Check out the VA Claims Insider blog here: https://vaclaimsinsider.com/blog/ 📺 Check out The VA Claims Insider YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/vaclaimsinsider 🔥 We go LIVE every Wednesday 11am CST on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vaclaimsinsider #vadisability #vaclaims #vaclaimsinsider

    47 min

  7. 18/08/2023

    Podcast 153: Mike Sarraille and Brian Reese - How to Live Your Best Life After the Military

    In this episode, Navy SEAL Mike Sarraille and Air Force Veteran Brian Reese dive into the leadership insights, strategies to win the game of life, and personal stories that will empower you to navigate your best life as a veteran post active duty military service.  Are you ready to thrive beyond the uniform? Whether you're seeking inspiration, guidance, or actionable steps, this podcast is packed with valuable content that can make a real difference. Don't miss out on their tried-and-true methods for success, all shared with authenticity and a deep understanding of the painful military to civilian transition. 🎙️Everyday Warrior podcast: https://www.mensjournal.com/everyday-warrior/ ***Audio Timestamps*** ⏩ 00:00 Mike Sarraille and Brian Reese Introduction  ⏩ 01:50 Get to Know U.S. Navy SEAL Mike Sarraille ⏩ 05:33 What It Was Like Leaving the Military and Know You Were Done?  ⏩ 08:18 Brian Reese: I Felt Like a Quitter When I Left Active Duty Military Service  ⏩ 09:08 "I Didn't Even Know What I Was Good at Anymore" ⏩ 11:22 U.S. Special Operators are Common People with an Uncommon Desire to Succeed  ⏩ 13:44 What is NOT Accurate in the T.V. Show SEAL Team? ⏩ 15:58 Veterans with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): don't be a victim ⏩ 22:58 How Many Fake VA Disability Situations Do You See? ⏩ 24:28 The Goal is to Get Better, Not Worse  ⏩ 27:28 What is Survivors Guilt and How Do You Overcome It? ⏩ 31:46 All Veterans Struggle Regardless of How Tough They Think They Are  ⏩ 33:52 Embrace Failure: OPERATION EAGLE CLAW Changed Things for Delta Force  ⏩ 34:46 Mike Sarraille: "Entrepreneurship is One of the Hardest Things I've Ever Done" ⏩ 40:18 The Problem with Comparing Your Military Service To Others Who Served  ⏩ 40:48 Brian Reese: Military Members Need to Stop Being So Rude to Each Other  ⏩ 41:50 The Problem with Comparing Your Military Service To Others Who Served  ⏩ 46:03 The Best Most Lethal Warriors I Know Are Some of the Most Humble  ⏩ 51:28 Find Mike Sarraille on The Everday Warrior Podcast About Mike Sarraille: MIKE SARRAILLE, a retired US Navy SEAL officer and former Recon Marine, served 20 years in Special Operations before founding Talent War Group, a leadership development and executive search firm. As CEO, he leads an impressive team of experts who specialize in helping clients foster a culture of success by optimizing their company's most valuable resource: its employees. Mike is also the director of the Men's Journal Everyday Warrior franchise, which includes a critically acclaimed podcast. Recently, he founded ATTA, a performance-focused apparel brand born out of his Everyday Warrior concept and fueled by his passion for helping people succeed. An avid skydiver, Mike enjoys pushing the limits of what's possible. This inspired him to start Legacy Expeditions, an adventure capital firm that embarks on record-setting expeditions in honor of the brave men and women who lost their lives during the Global War on Terrorism. Mike had 10 combat deployments supporting the Global War on Terrorism, earning a Silver Star, Six (6) Bronze Stars for Valor, and a Purple Heart. 🔗 Connect with Mike Sarraille: https://mikesarraille.com/ 📚 Read The Everyday Warrior book: https://www.amazon.com/Everyday-Warrior-No-Hack-Practical-Approach-ebook/dp/B0BGYFTRN5/ 📱 Schedule your FREE Discovery Call right now! You'll get to talk to one of our team members who can answer all of your questions and help you develop a winning strategy: https://vaclaims.help 👉 Get FREE VA claim resources at our website: https://vaclaimsinsider.com/ #military #navyseals #vaclaimsinsider

    56 min

  8. 11/08/2023

    Podcast #152: The VA Disability Cheat Sheet - Your Ticket Inside the “Golden Circle”

    Yes, there absolutely is a VA disability cheat sheet! VA Claims Insider’s cheat sheet is broken out into the 5 types of VA service connections along with evidence requirements for each. Use these tips and strategies to help you prove service connection, even if you’ve already filed, been denied, or given up. Pro Tip: VA disability claims are won or lost based on MEDICAL EVIDENCE! Let's get into it! Do You Need VA Claim Help? WE'RE THE EXPERTS! If you need some help with your VA disability claim, join VA Claims Insider Elite TODAY and get started on your VA disability claim for FREE: https://vaclaimsinsider.com/elite-membership/ ***Audio Timestamps*** ⏩ 00:00 VA Claims Insider Introduction ⏩ 07:52 The Golden Circle ⏩ 12:21 VA Direct Service Connection ⏩ 15:30 VA Secondary Service Connection ⏩ 22:24 VA Presumptive Service Connection ⏩ 28:44 VA Service Connection By Aggravation ⏩ 33:46 VA Service Connection By a 38 USC 1151 ⏩ 34:57 Recap ⏩ 39:18 Questions Answered by VA Claim Experts ⏩ 56:44 Need VA Disability Claim Help? 📱 Schedule your FREE Discovery Call right now! You'll get to talk to one of our team members who can answer all of your questions and help you develop a winning strategy: https://vaclaims.help ✔️Join VA Claims Insider Elite, get instant access to the ELITE Experience Portal (EEP) and $13,119 worth of proprietary VA claim resources TODAY, and obtain VA Nexus Letters: https://vaclaimsinsider.com/elite-membership/ 👉 Get FREE VA claim resources at our website: https://vaclaimsinsider.com/ 🚀 Check out the VA Claims Insider blog here: https://vaclaimsinsider.com/blog/ 📺 Check out The VA Claims Insider YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/vaclaimsinsider 🔥 We go LIVE every Wednesday at 11am CST on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vaclaimsinsider #vadisabilitycheatsheet #vaclaimsinsider #vaclaims

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    Hi Veterans, welcome to the VA Claims Insider Podcast! We’re Veterans helping Veterans get the VA disability rating and compensation YOU deserve. I’m your host, Air Force service-disabled veteran Brian Reese, and each week we share VA disability claim tips, strategies, and lessons learned to help you win, service-connect, and get rated at the appropriate level, even if you’ve already filed or been denied!

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      Brian Reese
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      2019 - 2024
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