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Beyond the Frontline is a podcast of Coming Home Well Tune in as your hosts, Donna Hoffmeyer and Jay Johnson, both U.S. Air Force veterans, tackle topics relating to transitioning from the Frontline to the Homefront. Get to know your host, Donna Hoffmeyer is a 21-year retired Air Force nurse; with a career that spanned from nursing, flight nursing, education, training, readiness, and policy. Donna has a master’s degree in Sport Science and has co-authored her first book, Warrior to Patriot Citizen; focusing on ensuring service members are prepared for transition well before transition occurs. She also has her own blog, Taking Off The Armor, focused on all issues before, during and after transition and after retirement, as well as, a multifaceted business, REBel LLC, focused on veteran transition mentorship, consulting, and publishing her own work. Get to know your host, Jay Johnson is the owner and CEO of J2 Servant Leadership, LLC, a consulting company just outside of San Antonio, TX. He is a certified coach, trainer, and motivational speaker. Jay is a retired United States Air Force veteran with 21 plus years of service. During his time in uniform, he had the pleasure of serving 10.8 years enlisted and an additional 11 years commissioned. Jay retired from active duty in 2010 and worked for five years as a government civil service employee before assuming his current duties. Over the course of his professional life, he has served as a weapons instructor, EMT, Commandant of Cadets and Assistant Professor (Auburn University), change manager, and strategic planner. Jay serves on two Boards of Directors, is President of his BNI chapter, and is active in Kiwanis, Rotary, and local chambers of commerce. He holds a BAAS in Behavior Analysis and Sociology from the University of North Texas, and an M.Ed. from the University of Oklahoma.

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Beyond the Frontline is a podcast of Coming Home Well Tune in as your hosts, Donna Hoffmeyer and Jay Johnson, both U.S. Air Force veterans, tackle topics relating to transitioning from the Frontline to the Homefront. Get to know your host, Donna Hoffmeyer is a 21-year retired Air Force nurse; with a career that spanned from nursing, flight nursing, education, training, readiness, and policy. Donna has a master’s degree in Sport Science and has co-authored her first book, Warrior to Patriot Citizen; focusing on ensuring service members are prepared for transition well before transition occurs. She also has her own blog, Taking Off The Armor, focused on all issues before, during and after transition and after retirement, as well as, a multifaceted business, REBel LLC, focused on veteran transition mentorship, consulting, and publishing her own work. Get to know your host, Jay Johnson is the owner and CEO of J2 Servant Leadership, LLC, a consulting company just outside of San Antonio, TX. He is a certified coach, trainer, and motivational speaker. Jay is a retired United States Air Force veteran with 21 plus years of service. During his time in uniform, he had the pleasure of serving 10.8 years enlisted and an additional 11 years commissioned. Jay retired from active duty in 2010 and worked for five years as a government civil service employee before assuming his current duties. Over the course of his professional life, he has served as a weapons instructor, EMT, Commandant of Cadets and Assistant Professor (Auburn University), change manager, and strategic planner. Jay serves on two Boards of Directors, is President of his BNI chapter, and is active in Kiwanis, Rotary, and local chambers of commerce. He holds a BAAS in Behavior Analysis and Sociology from the University of North Texas, and an M.Ed. from the University of Oklahoma.

    EP:57 Darrin Bowser and the World of Whiskey Distilling

    EP:57 Darrin Bowser and the World of Whiskey Distilling

    Embark on a journey beyond the military with Donna and Jay as they dip into the world of whiskey distilling with Army Logistics Colonel Darren Bowser. In this episode of Beyond the Frontline, Darren shares his extraordinary transition from a 37-year military career to mastering the art of whiskey making. Discover how he leveraged his military skills in logistics to navigate the intricate processes of distilling, from grain to barrel, and the unexpected paths that led him to become a part of Tennessee's rich whiskey heritage.
    Darren's story is a testament to the boundless opportunities awaiting Veterans beyond service, proving that with determination and adaptability, one can turn a passion into a new vocation. Get inspired by his foresight, meticulous planning, and the pursuit of happiness in retirement, which he affectionately dubs his transition to "Colonel Grandpa."


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    Donna’s Links
    Website: www.rebel-llc.com Consulting/Coaching
    Book: Warrior to Patriot Citizen (2017)
    Blog: Taking Off The Armor
    IG: @thetransitioningwarrior
    Twitter: @wtpc
    FB: The Transitioning Warrior

    Jay’s Links
    Website: https://j2servantleadership.com/
    Book: Breaking Average (2020)
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    • 1 hr 2 min
    EP:56 Bruce Thompson - Building a Board of Directors

    EP:56 Bruce Thompson - Building a Board of Directors

    Thinking about being on a Board of Directors? Trying to find the best people to be on your board? Check in with Donna and Jay on today's episode as they talk with Bruce Thompson, a Marine Corps Veteran, and advisor to many nonprofits. Learn about what you should be looking for in a board member, understand the roles and responsibilities of being a board member, how to be an effective board member, and why both boards and potential board members must determine the best fit.

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    Donna’s Links
    Website: www.rebel-llc.com Consulting/Coaching
    Book: Warrior to Patriot Citizen (2017)
    Blog: Taking Off The Armor
    IG: @thetransitioningwarrior
    Twitter: @wtpc
    FB: The Transitioning Warrior

    Jay’s Links
    Website: https://j2servantleadership.com/
    Book: Breaking Average (2020)
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    • 1 hr 33 min
    EP:55 Anna Larson - An Expert on the Military Spouse Transition

    EP:55 Anna Larson - An Expert on the Military Spouse Transition

    Anna Larson is a woman who wears many hats.  As an expert on the military spouse transition as they cross over from active duty to civilian life.  It is her mission to create opportunities for connection, support, and provide resources for milspouses going through the retirement process.

    Anna also co-host the 15{ish} Minute Coffee Chat - a small business/entrepreneur livestream and podcast where Anna and Selena bring on experts that show you how to do business better (and WAY more fun.)

    Follow Anna on LinkedIn 
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    Donna’s Links
    Website: www.rebel-llc.com Consulting/Coaching
    Book: Warrior to Patriot Citizen (2017)
    Blog: Taking Off The Armor
    IG: @thetransitioningwarrior
    Twitter: @wtpc
    FB: The Transitioning Warrior

    Jay’s Links
    Website: https://j2servantleadership.com/
    Book: Breaking Average (2020)
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    • 59 min
    EP:54 Ralph "Gable" Crowder - A Man with a Mission

    EP:54 Ralph "Gable" Crowder - A Man with a Mission

    Joining Donna and Jay today is Ralph "Gable" Crowder, a former Navy Command Master Chief, currently serves as the Director of Community Engagement at @bigmentorsa. Gable is extremely well versed in identifying principals of leadership, motivation, empowerment, personnel management, strategic planning, and training.
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    Donna’s Links
    Website: www.rebel-llc.com Consulting/Coaching
    Book: Warrior to Patriot Citizen (2017)
    Blog: Taking Off The Armor
    IG: @thetransitioningwarrior
    Twitter: @wtpc
    FB: The Transitioning Warrior

    Jay’s Links
    Website: https://j2servantleadership.com/
    Book: Breaking Average (2020)
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    • 1 hr 8 min
    EP:53 Let's Talk Parkinson's & Other Things

    EP:53 Let's Talk Parkinson's & Other Things

    What do you do when you have two vivacious guys with Parkinsons, and one witty best friend/ex-corporate lawyer? You start a podcast! Donna has the absolute pleasure to be joined by Veterans Ivan Brown and Rick Schena along with their moderator and friend Patrick Feenhan to chat about their new radio show on CHW Streaming Radio...Let's Talk Parkinson's & Other Things.

    Find out what Rick is determined to figure out how to do without falling down and the new gear they brainstormed to overcome this challenge.

    They are proof Parkinson is not a death sentence and are ready to help others thrive with their diagnosis. You don't want to miss this episode as Donna has her hands full with these three!

    Visit Ivan at ivantheauthor.com
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    Donna’s Links
    Website: www.rebel-llc.com Consulting/Coaching
    Book: Warrior to Patriot Citizen (2017)
    Blog: Taking Off The Armor
    IG: @thetransitioningwarrior
    Twitter: @wtpc
    FB: The Transitioning Warrior

    Jay’s Links
    Website: https://j2servantleadership.com/
    Book: Breaking Average (2020)
    Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!

    • 1 hr 8 min
    EP:52 Fly Fishing Eagle Rest Reserve

    EP:52 Fly Fishing Eagle Rest Reserve

    Donna is joined by Jeff Guinn, founder of Eagle Rest Reserve, to talk about their mission to provide outdoor and artistic restoration activities for veterans, first responders, healthcare and other public servants and their families. Jeff Guinn has been working with groups for several years teaching vets how to tie fly’s and fly fish and he and his team schedule trips on Lake Whitney in Texas.
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    Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com
    Download on Apple Play and Google Play

    Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month.

    Donna’s Links
    Website: www.rebel-llc.com Consulting/Coaching
    Book: Warrior to Patriot Citizen (2017)
    Blog: Taking Off The Armor
    IG: @thetransitioningwarrior
    Twitter: @wtpc
    FB: The Transitioning Warrior

    Jay’s Links
    Website: https://j2servantleadership.com/
    Book: Breaking Average (2020)
    Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!

    • 54 min

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