Restore 22 Coffee Roadshow

Restore 22

The Restore 22 Coffee Roadshow hopes to inform, inspire, strengthen and engage the veteran community. We do this by promoting discussion, resources, programs and events that can enhance their quality of life. We gather veterans to enjoy camaraderie at local coffee shops and veteran-owned businesses while we record our podcast.

  1. 07/16/2025

    From Boots to Books – A Veteran’s Journey to the Classroom

    Ken Heitger is an Army veteran who's now on a new mission — becoming a school teacher. After years of military service, he's traded camouflage for college textbooks and is preparing to make a lasting impact in the classroom. We talk about the transition from military to student life, the challenges of starting over, and how military discipline and leadership are shaping his approach to education. It’s an honest, inspiring look at life after service and the powerful calling to teach the next generation. Whether you're a veteran, an educator, or someone in the middle of a big life shift, this story will remind you that the mission doesn't end, it evolves. Learn more about Robert Morris University's Center for Veterans and Military Families: https://www.rmu.edu/about/military Learn more about the Restore 22 events and fundraisers: https://restore22.org/events Original Restore 22 Coffee Roadshow theme created and performed by ⁠Roger Cegelski⁠. ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rogercegelskiguitarlessons.com/

    1h 14m

  2. 05/27/2025

    Filmmaker Aims to Provide Hope, Inspiration and Healing with Upcoming Vietnam Veteran Documentary

    In this powerful and deeply personal documentary, acclaimed storyteller Makia Harper explores the resilience of the human spirit. Better than Before: Journey to Now features the stories of three veterans as they discuss the social, emotional, physical, and cultural effects of the Vietnam war. The film explores ways in which they heal from trauma and overcome adversity and discrimination as they establish a new sense of self at a pivotal moment in their lives. Better than Before is more than a film; it’s a tribute to Makia's uncle, a proud military veteran whose unwavering optimism and strength carried him through a diagnosis of multi-myeloma as a direct result to his exposure to the hazardous herbicide Agent Orange. Makia knows that storytelling has a healing power that is immeasurable and has been used to transmute trauma. The personal stories of veterans aim to provide an individual and collective catharsis, while providing hope and inspiration through adversity. This film also aims to preserve the history of one of the world’s most controversial wars. Most of this project has been self-financed, and the film is 75-80 percent complete. Makia needs your help to finish the film. Contributions of all sizes will play an important role in bringing this  film to the screen. Donate to support Better than Before: Journey to Now. Original Restore 22 Coffee Roadshow theme created and performed by Roger Cegelski. ⁠⁠⁠⁠

    52 min

  3. 04/30/2025

    Author Robert B. O'Connor Shares the Untold Role of Entertainment at the Battle of the Bulge

    We sit down with historian and author Robert B. O’Connor to discuss his powerful book Jeep Show: A Trouper at the Battle of the Bulge. Blending meticulous research with vivid storytelling, O’Connor brings to life the little-known story of a group of entertainers turned soldiers who risked their lives to lift spirits on the front lines during one of the most brutal battles of WWII. Learn more at jeepshowbook.com. Read the Warco's Summary. Purchase Jeep Show on Amazon or BookShop.org. $1 from every book sold benefits Shields and Stripes, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides a to-tier rehabilitation program for military veterans and first responders. Original Restore 22 Coffee Roadshow theme created and performed by Roger Cegelski. ⁠⁠⁠⁠

    49 min

  4. 04/22/2025

    A Soldier's Descent: Movie Producer Carissa Pierson Discusses Her Upcoming Groundbreaking Horror-Thriller on Veteran PTSD, Suicide and War

    Carissa Pierson never served in the military, but she has plenty of experience with PTSD. The daughter of a Vietnam veteran and trauma nurse, Carissa understands how the wounds of war deeply impact those who serve and everyone around them. As the CEO of Deathstalker Productions, she has produced over 18 horror films. Her upcoming film titled A Soldier's Decent dares to explore the haunting effects of war and PTSD like never before. Follow A Soldier's Descent on Facebook. Donate to support A Soldier's Descent. Original Restore 22 Coffee Roadshow theme created and performed by Roger Cegelski. ⁠⁠⁠https://rogercegelskiguitarlessons.com⁠

    1h 3m

  5. 03/13/2025

    Marine Veteran T.Shane Johnson is a Force of Inspiration in the Face of Insurmountable Odds

    Today, T.Shane Johnson is an entrepreneur, motivational speaker, author, world record athlete and dedicated father with an unwavering desire to give back. When a traumatic event nearly ended his life, he fought his way back and eventually built a successful business. Then, when circumstances led to two years of homelessness, he used the same determination to move ahead yet again. T.Shane shares his story with us in this inspiring interview sure to motivate anyone who has experienced trauma, unfavorable circumstances or the everyday challenges of day-to-day life. Learn more about T.Shane at https://tshaneinspires.com. Get a bag of Big Guns Coffee at https://www.biggunscoffee.com. Original Restore 22 Coffee Roadshow theme created and performed by Roger Cegelski. ⁠⁠https://rogercegelskiguitarlessons.com

    58 min

  6. 01/08/2025

    Hair Salon Owner Assists Veterans with Specialized Service

    Military service often produces physical, mental and emotional challenges that can cause veterans to withdraw from society. For those experiencing hair loss, the tendency to isolate becomes even greater. Shanna Cochran is a certified hair loss specialist and vendor for the Veterans Administration who is using her talents to serve those who served our country. A caring and compassionate professional with several family members who served, Shanna wants veterans to know that VA healthcare benefits may cover hair loss services. Contact Shanna at Salon SC: https://www.salonsc412.com Original Restore 22 Coffee Roadshow theme created and performed by Roger Cegelski. ⁠https://rogercegelskiguitarlessons.com

    46 min

  7. 12/06/2024

    Marine Veteran Ryan Pavel Helps Others Succeed in Higher Education

    At 17, Ryan Pavel looked forward to attending the University of Illinois. When the school rejected him, he took a different path and enlisted in the Marines. Today, Ryan draws on this experience to help other veterans prepare for college as CEO of Warrior-Scholar Project. In partnership with the nation’s top colleges and universities, WSP hosts intensive and immersive one and two-week college-preparatory academic boot camps for enlisted veterans and transitioning service members. Learn more about Warrior-Scholar Project. Contact Ryan Pavel on LinkedIn. Original Restore 22 Coffee Roadshow theme created and performed by Roger Cegelski. ⁠https://rogercegelskiguitarlessons.com/

    53 min

  8. 10/31/2024

    From War Games to Game Shop: Navy Veteran is Building a Community

    John Tan enlisted in the Navy later than the average sailor, but that didn't stop him from fully engaging in the experience and transitioning the skills he learned to a successful civilian career. Now, as owner of Taitan Game Shop, he's building a community of gamers while supporting fellow veterans. Taitan Game Shop Original Restore 22 Coffee Roadshow theme created and performed by Roger Cegelski. ⁠ https://rogercegelskiguitarlessons.com/

    53 min
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The Restore 22 Coffee Roadshow hopes to inform, inspire, strengthen and engage the veteran community. We do this by promoting discussion, resources, programs and events that can enhance their quality of life. We gather veterans to enjoy camaraderie at local coffee shops and veteran-owned businesses while we record our podcast.

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