Warrior Freedom Service Dogs Podcast

Warrior Freedom Service Dogs
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Warrior Freedom Service Dogs Podcast Real stories. Real Veterans. Real healing. Join us as we share powerful conversations with the Veterans, trainers, donors, and supporters behind Warrior Freedom Service Dogs. Each episode offers a look into the transformative journey of pairing Service Dogs with Veterans living with PTS and TBI. Discover how lives are changed — one team at a time.

Episodes

  1. 09/16/2025

    The Healing Mission That Started it All | Adam Keith

    In this powerful episode, we sit down with Adam Keith, co-founder of Warrior Freedom Service Dogs. Adam shares the inspiring story behind the organization's founding and their life-changing mission to provide specially trained service dogs to veterans who have sacrificed so much for our nation. Throughout our conversation, Adam opens up about the challenges many veterans face when transitioning back to civilian life, including PTS, anxiety, and other invisible wounds of war. He explains how the human-canine bond creates a unique therapeutic relationship that can restore independence, confidence, and hope to veterans who need it most. Adam also discusses the organization's commitment to providing these life-saving services at no cost to veterans, ensuring that financial barriers never stand in the way of healing. Whether you're a veteran, a supporter of our military community, or simply someone who believes in the power of service, Adam's story will leave you inspired and reminded of the profound difference one organization can make in the lives of our nation's heroes. Join us for this heartfelt conversation about service, sacrifice, and the healing power of the human-animal bond. This episode is sponsored by Gindi Marketing.

    28 min

  2. 07/11/2025

    The Science Behind a Veteran's Brain | Josh McGinnis (part 2)

    (Part 2 of 2 with Josh McGinnis) Episode Description: The return from deployment is often imagined as a joyful reunion, but for many veterans, it marks the beginning of a silent, personal battle. In the second part of our conversation with passionate donor Josh McGinnis, we delve deeper into the jarring transition from the structured, high-stakes environment of the military to the often-overwhelming landscape of civilian life. We don't shy away from the tough topics. This episode explores how the intense experiences of deployment can fundamentally alter brain chemistry, leading to challenges like hypervigilance, anxiety, and a profound sense of disconnection from the world they fought to protect. Josh shares his insights on why this struggle is so common and why it's a critical conversation to have. But in the face of these challenges, there is hope. We discuss the extraordinary impact of a highly trained service dog in recalibrating a veteran's world. Learn about the specific tasks these dogs perform to mitigate the symptoms of post-traumatic stress and how their unwavering companionship helps rebuild shattered confidence. This isn't just about getting by; it's about providing a pathway for veterans to truly return to a life of normalcy, purpose, and connection. Join us for the powerful conclusion of our conversation with Josh McGinnis and discover how Warrior Freedom Service Dogs is offering a lifeline—one dog, one veteran at a time.

    34 min

  3. 06/27/2025

    The Mission to Help Veterans | Josh McGinnis (part 1)

    (Part 1 of 2 with Josh McGinnis) Every day, countless veterans silently battle the invisible wounds of post-traumatic stress. In our inaugural podcast episode, we begin a conversation to shine a light on their struggles and the incredible journey to healing. We are honored to be joined by Josh McGinnis, a key supporter and one of Warrior Freedom Service Dogs' most significant donors, for the first of a special two-part series. Join us as we sit down with Josh to explore the profound passion driving his commitment to our mission. Discover what ignited his dedication to connecting veterans with life-saving service dogs and how his background in counseling has provided a unique perspective on the challenges our nation's heroes face after their service. This episode delves into the heart of Warrior Freedom Service Dogs, exploring the critical need for these highly trained canine partners and the transformative impact they have on the lives of veterans and their families. If you've ever wanted to understand the "why" behind our work, this is the episode to hear. Tune in and be inspired by a story of hope, healing, and the unwavering power of the human-animal bond. Listen now to be part of the conversation and a force for positive change.

    30 min
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Warrior Freedom Service Dogs Podcast Real stories. Real Veterans. Real healing. Join us as we share powerful conversations with the Veterans, trainers, donors, and supporters behind Warrior Freedom Service Dogs. Each episode offers a look into the transformative journey of pairing Service Dogs with Veterans living with PTS and TBI. Discover how lives are changed — one team at a time.

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