FTU...Life after the military Podcast

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FTU...Life after the military Podcast

This podcast discusses the challenges veterans face when transitioning out of the military. It provides ideas and suggestions on how to write a resume, conduct an interview, network, and start a business.

  1. 8 MAR

    Episode 106 - Run FaTbOy!!

    In this episode I discuss the results of running the Myrtle Beach Half Marathon. I then talk about how to deal with unwanted advice by so-called "experts". I also talk about the transition from the military and the need to continue to seek out new skills. I make a recommendation of how the non-veteran community should communicate with veterans. I end the show with the farewell "ZOT!" "ZOT!" "ZOT!" and "ROLLTIDE!!!"

    17 min

  2. 22 FEB

    Episode 105 - Bye bYE federal jobs

    In this episode I discuss the uncertainty with federal jobs at the moment. I discuss why it is important to have an updated resume and I recommend two sites that offer assistance with resume. I also recommend Cassie Hatcher and her company for assistance to the veteran community. I talk a bit about the importance of updated headshots and end the show with the farewell "ZOT!" "ZOT!" "ZOT!" and "ROLL TIDE!!!"

    25 min

  3. 16 FEB

    Episode 104 - Why yes, I am AlIvE

    In this episode I explain why I have been gone for a few months. I discuss the difficulties I have at the end of each year dealing with survivors guilt, PTSD, and anxiety. I explain how setting short term goals assist me in getting through this annual problem. I give a shout out to Dr. Raz and end the show with the farewell "ZOT!" "ZOT!" "ZOT!" and "ROLL TIDE!!!".

    22 min

  4. 13/10/2024

    Episode 103 - Update on Me

    In this episode I discuss where I have been over the last month. I mention the move I made to the solar industry and how my mental health has improved because I moved on from the military. I provide an update on my PhD program and mention how the Crimson Tide is stressing me out. I end the show with the farewell "ZOT!" "ZOT!" "ZOT" and "ROLL TIDE!!!"

    18 min

  5. 06/09/2024

    Episode 102 - Onward to New Opportunities!!!

    In this episode I discuss how my personal life and professional life proved to be a bit challenging over the last several weeks. I discuss the interview process for a promotion with my former employer. I then explain how a PhD with a dissertation in conflict resolution did everything in their power to avoid conflict. I follow that up with how patience and perseverance proved to be invaluable in finding a new career opportunity. I remind people to go out and enjoy life and I end the show with the farewell "ZOT!" "ZOT!" "ZOT!" and "ROLL TIDE!!!".

    19 min

  6. 03/08/2024

    Episode 101 - le cheeserie CAPT Kirk

    I start the show by explaining why I have taken some time off from the podcast. I explain that my sister passed away and how that has affected my family. I discuss the importance of doing what makes you happy. I then explain how I attended GalaxyCon and met Danny Trejo and William Shatner (CAPT Kirk). I explain the meaning of "le cheeserie" and I congratulate my friend for being promoted to First Sergeant. I end the show with the farewell "ZOT!" "ZOT!" "ZOT!" and "ROLL TIDE!!!".

    26 min

  7. 29/06/2024

    Episode 100 - "I transitioned successfully...so call me COLONEL!"

    In this episode I touch on three topics. First, I discuss the reasons why people might "snitch" while in the Army and why it is okay. I then explain the discussion I had this week with a retired Colonel who did his best to convince me that he had retired all while insisting that people address him as "Sir" or "Colonel". I then talk about the importance of getting an insurance policy when you leave the military. I explain that there is no deadline to getting a free quote on life insurance. I end the show withe the farewell "ZOT!" "ZOT!" "ZOT!" and "ROLL TIDE!!!"

    33 min

  8. 16/06/2024

    Episode 99 - DMB and 20,000 hippies

    In this episode I discuss my exciting night out at the Dave Matthews Band concert. I describe how I managed my PTSD and refrained from punching people out. I also mention how my PTSD is my problem and I do not expect people to change their actions for me. I talk a bit about staying healthy after the military. I explain how two former Sergeants Major have successfully transitioned out of the military. I give a shout out to my daughter for being accepted to UNC Greensboro's MBA program. I end the show with the farewell "ZOT!" "ZOT!" "ZOT!" and "ROLL TIDE!!!"

    31 min
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This podcast discusses the challenges veterans face when transitioning out of the military. It provides ideas and suggestions on how to write a resume, conduct an interview, network, and start a business.

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