Combat Vet Vision

Aaron Q. Seibert

Aaron Q. Seibert having 3 Combat tours now serves as a Wounded Warrior Liaison, Vice President of the Warrior Built Foundation and heads the West Coast offices of the PTSD Foundation of America providing Peer-to-Peer PTSD Discussion. Aaron is a Keynote speaker for multiple Military, Civilian and non-profit organizations in supporting the needs of our Combat Veterans and educating the public. Bringing his experiences and expertise to the Public he has launched “Combat Vet Vision”, An on-demand internet radio show to expand his reach with the goal of helping more and more Vet’s. We Support https://warriorbuilt.org/ http://ptsdusa.org/get-help/ptsd-chapters/southern-california/ Strength & Honor

  1. 11h ago

    I Quit Drinking and Found My Path in Film

    I foreground Kenny Hernandez’s transformation from a combat Ranger and military intelligence soldier into a sober, purpose-driven filmmaker who now channels his lived experience into veteran advocacy. We recount his enlistment after 9/11, his service and Ranger indoctrination, and the profound difficulties he endured during transition, most notably alcohol dependence and PTSD. I describe his multi‑year recovery, the vocational pivot to establish In House Media, and his cinematic work with Warrior Built and veteran events including the Johnson Valley flag project. We emphasize his practical role in securing treatment for fellow veterans, notably arranging his brother’s placement at Camp Hope through coordination with the PTSD Foundation of America. I note his ongoing contributions to the veteran community through media, racing support, and peer camaraderie, and we provide contact avenues: Instagram @KenChase831 and InHouseMediaPro.com for those seeking collaboration or assistance. Throughout, we present a candid account that underscores resilience, collective responsibility, and concrete pathways to recovery and renewed purpose. Takeaways: I joined the Army soon after 9/11, and that event strongly motivated my service and sense of duty.I became a Ranger and later struggled with alcohol and PTSD during my transition back to civilian life.I spent many years in recovery and am now sober, which transformed my family relationships and work focus.We use Warrior Built and veteran groups to provide camaraderie and practical help for veterans with trauma and reintegration.I built InHouse Media after film school and vocational support, and I now produce steady content for veteran causes and music events.I helped my brother enter an inpatient program at Camp Hope, and he quit drinking and rebuilt his life.We stress that peer support and veteran-focused programs are essential to reduce isolation, lower suicide risk, and restore purpose.I encourage veterans to pursue passion projects, accept help early, and join communities that understand combat experience.

  2. Aug 25

    Noble Woods III.(USMC) Homes and Second Chances

    What if distressed buildings could become permanent homes and a foundation for a second chance? Noble Woods III, MBA, founder, Chairman and Executive Director of Elysian Shores Supportive Housing, joins Combat Vet Vision to discuss a mission centered on converting distressed hotels, motels and commercial properties into permanent supportive housing for veterans and families. Elysian Shores is a veteran-founded 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in San Diego, California. Its approach combines housing with supportive services that can include mental-health counseling, crisis intervention, recovery support, workforce development, healthcare coordination and community operations. In this conversation, we explore: Why permanent supportive housing goes beyond simply providing a roof. How adaptive reuse can turn distressed properties into places of stability. The role entrepreneurship, real estate and capital formation play in addressing veteran homelessness. Why supportive services are an essential part of the Elysian Shores model. How partnerships across real estate, healthcare, behavioral health and the community can move the mission forward. What "second chances" mean when applied to buildings, communities and lives. Today, Woods leads Elysian Shores while bringing experience from entrepreneurship, investing, digital strategy and AI-driven business automation to the challenge of creating sustainable veteran housing. Guest Links Elysian Shores Supportive Housing https://elysianshores.com/ Noble Woods III on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/noblew Co-Host Aaron Q. Seibert Linktree - https://linktr.ee/aqseibert Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aqseibert Email - aqseibert@yahoo.com Co-Host Chef James L. “JB” Brown, AAC Veterans Transition Resource Center https://vtrc.us PRODUCER Brian Colburn Linktree - https://linktr.ee/Bcolburn

  3. Aug 18

    Mark J. O’Loughlin | Care, Accountability, Leadership

    What does leadership look like when the mission changes, but responsibility for people does not? On Episode 305 of Combat Vet Vision, Aaron Q. Seibert and Chef James L. “JB” Brown welcome Mark J. O’Loughlin, Sergeant Major, United States Marine Corps, Retired, Founder and CEO of Validated Leadership and author of Validated Leadership. Mark served 30 years on active duty in the Marine Corps. His career included infantry leadership, recruit training, combat deployments and service as Sergeant Major of Wounded Warrior Battalion West. His service included operations during Desert Shield, Desert Storm and Desert Saber, along with three Operation Iraqi Freedom deployments. In this conversation: How leadership changes from combat operations to recovery and transition Why genuinely caring about people still requires accountability and hard conversations Lessons learned while developing Marines, drill instructors and future leaders Translating military leadership experience into civilian organizations Why talented employees are often promoted without being taught how to lead How continued service can provide purpose long after military retirement Mark’s story connects leadership, resilience, mentorship and service after service. His work challenges leaders to move beyond position and authority and focus on the people they are responsible for developing. Guest Links Validated Leadership https://validatedleadership.com/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-j-o-loughlin-sgtmaj-usmc-retired-35017522 Co-Host Aaron Q. Seibert Linktree - https://linktr.ee/aqseibert Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aqseibert Co-Host Chef James L. “JB” Brown, AAC Veterans Transition Resource Center https://vtrc.us PRODUCER Brian Colburn Linktree - https://linktr.ee/Bcolburn

  4. Aug 11

    Giovanni Perez | Throttle, Teamwork & Purpose

    What happens when the mission changes, but the drive to keep moving forward remains? Combat Vet Vision welcomes Giovanni Perez, a retired U.S. Army combat engineer, wounded veteran, adaptive motorcycle and off-road competitor, and veteran advocate whose post-service journey has taken him from Afghanistan to some of the toughest terrain in off-road racing. Giovanni lost his left arm while serving with the Army in Afghanistan. After returning home, motorcycles became more than recreation. Through adaptation, determination and the veteran community, riding became another place to find challenge, camaraderie and purpose. Giovanni has competed in desert and off-road events including the Baja 500, Baja 1000 and Vegas to Reno. His adaptive riding includes motorcycle modifications that allow him to ride with a prosthetic left arm. In the 2018 Baja 1000, he was part of a six-rider team that officially finished the legendary event. His story also extends beyond racing. Giovanni has been connected with the Warrior Built Foundation, an organization serving combat veterans and wounded service members through vocational and recreational opportunities, including fabrication, mechanics and off-road racing. He has also participated in Wounded Warrior Project advocacy activities supporting issues affecting post-9/11 veterans. In this episode, we explore: • How the combat-engineer mindset can translate into adapting to life after a major injury • The transition from military service to finding a new mission • Returning to motorcycles after losing his left arm • Adaptive riding and the challenge of desert and off-road competition • The role of camaraderie, machines and racing in rebuilding purpose • Why continuing to serve and advocate for other veterans matters This conversation is not simply about overcoming an injury. It is about adaptation, teamwork and discovering that purpose can take a different form when the original mission changes. Guest Giovanni Perez Retired U.S. Army Combat Engineer Wounded Veteran | Adaptive Motorcycle & Off-Road Competitor | Veteran Advocate Guest Links Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/giovanni.perez.353803 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/giovanni-perez-54847797 Instagram (@oggio31): https://www.instagram.com/oggio31/ Warrior Built Foundation: https://www.warriorbuilt.org/ Featured Resource Drive On, Echo Bravo Productions A documentary project following combat veterans competing in the Baja 1000. https://echobravoproductions.com/drive-on Crisis Support If you or a veteran you know is in crisis, contact the Veterans Crisis Line. Dial 988, then press 1, or text 838255. Call to Action Listen, share this episode with a veteran or military family who needs to hear it, and connect with organizations creating new opportunities for veterans after service. Combat Vet Vision's mission is simple: Educate, Empower, Elevate. LinksCo-Host Aaron Q. Seibert Linktree - https://linktr.ee/aqseibert Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aqseibert Email - aqseibert@yahoo.com Co-Host Chef James L. “JB” Brown, AAC Veterans Transition Resource Center https://vtrc.us PRODUCER Brian Colburn Linktree - https://linktr.ee/Bcolburn

  5. Aug 4

    Sherman Watson Jr.: Leadership, Veteran Advocacy, and Service After the Marine Corps

    In Episode 303 of Combat Vet Vision, host Aaron Q. Seibert and the Combat Vet Vision team welcome Sherman Watson Jr., a husband, father, United States Marine Corps veteran, three-time Purple Heart recipient, community leader, and veteran advocate. This conversation focuses on combat service, transition, housing stability, education, peer support, community leadership, and the continued mission to serve after the uniform comes off. Takeaways:The podcast serves as a platform dedicated to supporting veterans, their families, and advocates, fostering a strong community.We aim to provide invaluable knowledge and resources for veterans transitioning into civilian life, enhancing their pathways to success.Engagement in this community is essential; it allows veterans to connect and share experiences, ultimately aiding their recovery journey.National University offers educational programs tailored for veterans, ensuring they have access to higher education and vocational training opportunities. LinksSherman Watson Jr. LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/sherman-watson-jr-41537717 National University Los Angeles Veteran and Military Community Center https://www.nu.edu/locations/southerncalifornia/los-angeles/ Sherman Watson Jr. National University Email - swatson2@nu.edu CO-HOST Aaron Q. Seibert Linktree - https://linktr.ee/aqseibert Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aqseibert Email - aqseibert@yahoo.com CO-HOST Chef James L. “JB” Brown, AAC Veterans Transition Resource Center - https://vtrc.us PRODUCER Brian Colburn Linktree - https://linktr.ee/Bcolburn Sitch Radio - https://sitchradio.com

  6. Jul 28

    Warriors2Racers is Transforming Veteran Lives Through Motorsports

    In this episode of Combat Vet Vision, Chief Aaron Seibert welcomes U.S. Air Force veteran Ed McLean, founder of Warriors2Racers (W2R). Ed shares how his nonprofit is helping veterans rediscover purpose, camaraderie, and teamwork through organized motorsports. Rather than simply offering race experiences, Warriors2Racers develops veterans into drivers, pit crew members, race engineers, and team volunteers while creating a mission-focused community that mirrors the bonds formed during military service. Ed McLean is a U.S. Air Force veteran with more than 35 years of motorsports experience. A certified Motorsport Safety Foundation High Performance Driving Instructor, he founded Warriors2Racers to provide veterans with opportunities to reconnect through teamwork, leadership, and technical skills in organized racing. Warriors2Racers operates under the Resilience Racing Foundation and is entirely volunteer-driven. Takeaways: Combat Vet Vision serves as a vital platform connecting veterans, sponsors, and volunteers to foster community engagement.The podcast features Ed McLean, a distinguished Air Force veteran who discusses his transition to motorsports.Ed's Warriors Racers program aims to integrate veterans into motorsport through structured training and support networks.The importance of camaraderie among veterans in high-pressure environments, such as endurance racing, is emphasized throughout the discussion.Ed McLean shares personal experiences that inspired him to create programs aiding veterans facing similar challenges.The episode outlines the processes and opportunities available for veterans interested in pursuing careers in motorsports. Resources & Links Warriors2Racers https://www.warriors2racers.org Resilience Racing Foundation https://www.resilienceracingfoundation.org Track Heroes https://trackheroes.org Grace After Fire https://graceafterfire.org The Follow-On Mission https://thefollowonmission.org Combat Vet Vision Team Host Chief Aaron Q. Seibert, USN (Ret.) Purple Heart Recipient • Combat Corpsman • Veteran Advocate https://linktr.ee/aqseibert Co-Host Chef James "J.B." Brown U.S. Coast Guard Veteran Producer Brian Colburn https://linktr.ee/Bcolburn

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Aaron Q. Seibert having 3 Combat tours now serves as a Wounded Warrior Liaison, Vice President of the Warrior Built Foundation and heads the West Coast offices of the PTSD Foundation of America providing Peer-to-Peer PTSD Discussion. Aaron is a Keynote speaker for multiple Military, Civilian and non-profit organizations in supporting the needs of our Combat Veterans and educating the public. Bringing his experiences and expertise to the Public he has launched “Combat Vet Vision”, An on-demand internet radio show to expand his reach with the goal of helping more and more Vet’s. We Support https://warriorbuilt.org/ http://ptsdusa.org/get-help/ptsd-chapters/southern-california/ Strength & Honor