Military Network Radio

Latest Episodes:

PTSD - An Enemy of Sleep - Yoga2Sleep & Positive Peers Help Jun 16, 2015

Show notes

Sleep deprivation is an unfortunate symptom of PTSD in veterans and those living with them. To help with this insidious enemy of restorative sleep, Pam Eggleston shares Yoga2Sleep, her program of yoga, body awareness and deep breathing to assist vets and their families with regaining solid sleep habits. Renee Ayres, caregiver to her veteran husband with PTSD and TBI talks of the power of positive communication, openness, and supportive peers and family in restoring quality of life as well as health and wellbeing. Co-host Justin Constantine adds his veteran perspective on the vital importance of positive purpose.

PTSD - A FAMILY AFFAIR Jun 09, 2015

Show notes

While we primarily think of PTSD as a concern of veterans and first responders, it is also a concern among military spouses, teens, and children. Today we shine the light on PTSD in military families, teens and children and how to help parents recognize the warning signs and seek help. Judy Davis and Dr. Ingrid Yee share excellent experiences and recommendations to support open-door, non-judmental communication and resources to help families. Our military youth may internalize stressors and "adapt" to help the family; learn how to help your family and your community to seek and find support. Everyone serves, and together we make a difference! Cohost Jason McNamara joins today's program.

Squadleaders, Mentoring the Best Future for Vets Jun 02, 2015

Show notes

Transitioning to the community after military service is strongly assisted by the structured but flexible peer networks and ancillary networks of Squadleaders.org. co-founders, Jason McNamara and Ben Thompson, share their stories about this swiftly growing peer/mentor nationwide transition support network. Jaime Parent (USAF ret) of Rush Medical Center shares EN-Abled Vets, a partner org of Squadleaders, which trains and finds employment for vets in health IT. "Vets helping veterans transition. We've got your back, and your tomorrow..."

Strong Body/Strong Mind - Fitness for All May 26, 2015

Show notes

Veterans may want to stay fit, but need new options after combat. Getting up and going takes guts -- but it's worth it at any level to feel strong, fit, and healthier again. Kirk Bauer of Disabled Sports, USA (DSUSA) talks of the power of fitness to gain independence and confidence, Danny Farrar of SoldierFit runs a bootcamp for at-risk veterans, and Mark Toorock and Adrienne Toumayan share Parkour, a practice of pushing beyond fear to take exercise to new levels. Fitness for all, and a continuum of choice! Jason McNamara is co-host today.

Veterans Success Resource Group May 19, 2015

Show notes

Jason McNamara, founder of Squadleaders.org joins Linda today as co-host to discuss 360Vets with founders Justin Constantine and Scott Davidson. The value of collaborative networking for all aspects of the veteran experience is critical to smoother transition into the community. Craig Vandergoot of the NYU Military Family Clinic, a partner in the 360Vets Events discusses discreet behavioral health for families to assist in relationships and strong cohesion for returning veterans of all eras and their families. June 5th Event upcoming!

Who Is the Stranger in Our House? TBI, Oxygen & More May 12, 2015

Show notes

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) has significant effects on a household; from relationship communication to seeking help beyond symptom management. Learn how Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) and integrative nutrition and other additional/alternative therapies bring significant progress for TBI with measurable clarity and cognition, and most of all, hope!

PTSD is In My Office! May 05, 2015

Show notes

Linda Kreter is joined by co-host Justin Constantine for a candid and realistic discussion about PTSD, veteran hiring, and employment success factors. We are joined by guest Harry Croft, MD of San Antonio, TX. Dr. Croft is a Board certified psychiatrist in adult psychiatry and addiction. He has evaluated over 7,000 combat veterans and speaks extensively to both medical communities and corporations about PTSD in the workplace. Hear a powerful show that will enlighten even the most knowledgable person. Together we make a difference!

Pressed and Stressed - Ways to De-Stress Apr 28, 2015

Show notes

Linda Kreter is joined by co-host Pamela Stokes Eggleston today. Paul Bollinger, founder of Wounded Warrior Sailing shares Sail-Free Sundays, instruction, and Warrior Regatta sailing in Annapolis using specially-adapted boats for that rare family experience for recovering warriors and their families. (www.crabsailing.org and nshof.org) Ben King, Founder of Armor Down brings his yoga and mindfulness practices together for the 3rd annual Mindful Memorial Day 2015 at Arlington Cemetery, plus the Armor Down Smart Yoga Mat outreach program for vets. (www.mindfulmemorialday2015.org and www.armordown.org)

Why We Need More Veterans in Elected Office Mar 10, 2015

Show notes

Linda Kreter and Military Network Radio presents: Why We Need More Veterans in Elected Office, and the importance of involving more vets in the voting process. Bob Carey, USN retired and Military and Veteran Director for the RNC, and Jennifer Korn, former minority and Hispanic advisor for the Bush '43 administration discuss mil/vet access to voting no matter location, and why with more veterans elected or involved in local politics that experienced veterans will shape smarter policy. Jason McNamara joins Linda today

EFT or Tapping for Fast Relief from Stress, PTS, Anxiety Mar 03, 2015

Show notes

Military Network Radio and Linda Kreter presents: Tapping for Fast Relief from Stress, PTS, and Anxiety. Jondi Whitis, Master Trainer of EFT, or "tapping", shares how the combination of mindfulness with acupressure puts self-care in your hands. Done discreetly and for adults, teens, and children, management of stress and anxiety may be managed well. PTS affects many, and again, the empowerment of tapping can bring freedom to the individual. Jason McNamara joins Linda today.

Our TOPPODCAST Picks

Follow Us

Stay Connected

Related Podcasts

Links

Stay Connected