Mil Resource Radio

Les Davis and Linda Kreter on Mil Resource Radio presents: Lutz Live To Tell Foundation. Gold Star mom and founder Janine Lutz lost her USMC son, LCpl Janos “Johhny” Lutz to severe depression and suicide by prescription drugs. She closely observed the missing link from training for deployment and the insufficient “un-training” upon return, with the insidious PTSD, TBI, and depression of her son and many others. Janine channeled her grief and passion to change the status quo into building a remarkable community of connected veteran buddies, and suicide prevention. Also on iTunes, and more at www.MilResourceRadio.com. Everyone serves and together we make a difference; 24/7 outreach for military family support.

Linda Kreter and Mil Resource Radio with cohost Jason McNamara present MST - DoD/VA Perspective. Licensed Clinical Social Workers Sara Eichstaedt (VA) and Tamara Thompson (DoD) share a candid discussion on Military Sexual Trauma (MST). Sexual assault is not about sex, but about violence, power, and control. MST occurs across age, gender, ethnicity, rank, religion, and conflicts. Also on iTunes and more at www.MilResourceRadio.com. Everyone serves and together we make a difference - 24/7 outreach for military family support.

Linda Kreter and Mil Resource Radio with cohost Pamela Stokes Eggleston presents: Hearing Loss Association of America. Barbara Kelley is the Executive Director of the Hearing Loss Association of America -- and an Army spouse. Ross Meglathery is a USMC combat veteran and advocate with significant experience in Hill testimony, consulting, and leadership assistance advocating for those with disabilities, including hearing loss. Learn more at www.HearingLoss.org. Also on iTunes and more at www.MilResourceRadio.com. Everyone serves and together we make a difference - 24/7 outreach for military family support

Linda Kreter and Mil Resource Radio with cohost Tosombra Kimes presents PatriotPAWS. Lori Stevens, Founder and Executive Director of Patriot PAWS has and Terri Stringer share the lengthy process of obtaining a service dog. Matching the right dog with the right veteran for the precise tasks means building relationships, training, and fully observing the entire process. Learn more at www.PatriotPAWS.org; also on iTunes. More at www.MilResourceRadio.com. Everyone serves and together we make a difference - 24/7 outreach for military family support.

MilResource Radio with Linda Kreter and co-host Jason McNamara presents: Sesame Street for Military Families program with new mobile apps. Kelly Blasko, PhD and newly retired military parent, Rich, join MNR to discuss the importance of family connection and communication surrounding military life events. In addition to Deployment, absences, PCS's, and injury to name a few, there are NEW modules that add to this comprehensive, integrated program with the beloved Muppets -- and makes them accessible 24/7 for families. Everyone serves and together we make a difference – 24/7 Outreach for Military Family Support! More at www.MilResourceRadio.com.

MilResource Radio with Linda Kreter and co-host Tosombra Kimes presents: HiddenHeroes: The Elizabeth Dole Foundation for Military Caregivers. Steve Schwab, the Executive Director, and Laurel Rodewald, Director of Programs at the Dole Foundation talk about the launch of their robust initiative to raise awareness and support for military and veteran caregivers. Learn more about the vital role of caregivers, the National Caregiver Registry -- and the stressors, support, and Coalition united to helping the 5.5 million military caregivers in the United States. Learn more at www.HiddenHeroes.org. Everyone serves and together we make a difference – 24/7 Outreach for Military Family Support! More at www.MilResourceRadio.com.

Mil Resource Radio with Linda Kreter presents: Epilepsy & VA Centers of Excellence for Seizure Disorders. Dr. Alan Krumholz, director of the Baltimore VA Center for Epilepsy provides invaluable information on this specialty care; part of 15 such centers nationwide. The brain is a complex organ and we still seek knowledge to further assist veterans and their families, and please pass on this podcast to families affected by seizure disorders. You are not alone. Learn more at www.Epilepsy.VA.gov. Everyone serves and together we make a difference – 24/7 Outreach for Military Family Support! More at www.MilResourceRadio.com.

Mil Resource Radio with Linda Kreter and co-host Jason McNamara presents: Intimate Partner Violence - Context is Everything. Retired USN CAPT Glenna Tinney, DCSW formerly of the Battered Women's Justice Project and Lynn Anderson, DV/IPV Coordinator at McGuire VA Medical Center in Richmond, Virginia discuss this complex relationship issue and the contexts in which it occurs. IPV includes physical, emotional, sexual violence, and/or stalking by an intimate partner and the military community is not immune. Everyone serves and together we make a difference – 24/7 Outreach for Military Family Support! More at www.MilResourceRadio.com.

Mil Resource Radio with Linda Kreter and co-host Jason McNamara presents: Vets, Voting, and Why More Vets Are Needed in Elective Office. Veterans are especially well suited to lead teams, convert goals into action and complete missions - but they are under-represented in elected office and too often fail to vote. Bob Carey and Jennifer Korn, members of the RNC Military & Veteran Engagement Programs join us for a non-partisan discussion about raising mil/vet voter participation, electing veterans to office, and having your voice heard in policy and practice. Everyone serves and together we make a difference – 24/7 Outreach for Military Family Support! More at www.MilResourceRadio.com.

Mil Resource Radio with Linda Kreter and co-host Justin Constantine presents new information about the "Link between Intimate Partner Violence and Caregiving". April Gerlock, PhD, ARNP shares important research from a large study (882 interviews) with heterosexual couples where the veteran is in treatment for PTSD. Results show caregivers are at special risk for IPV due to vulnerability, military culture, and loss of control by the veteran. Dr. Gerlock exposes care gaps, and the increased risk to caregivers and children - if and when IPV is reported and how well the VA facility is equipped. More at www.MilResourceRadio.com. Everyone serves and together we make a difference - 24/7 outreach for military family support.

Mil Resource Radio with Hosts Linda Kreter and Les Davis present our round table discussion today about Burn Pits. Guests Navy veteran Lauren Price (Veteran Warriors Advocacy), Ben Krause (investigative reporter and attorney), and Air Force veteran Jessey Baca share their personal knowledge, the exposure, the legislation needed, and the over 100,000 veterans now in the Burn Pit Registry. Everyone serves and together we make a difference – 24/7 Outreach for Military Family Support! More at www.MilResourceRadio.com

Mil Resource Radio with Linda Kreter and co-host Justin Constantine present: “Boots to Loafers”, discussing the complexity of transition from the military. Author and veteran John Phillips takes the good, the bad, and the ugly of transition -- and simplifies it. Networking is the single most valuable skill to learn to do well. Boots to Loafers offers an entire suite of online 24/7 programs to help a transitioning service member, and family can also benefit from the ideas shared on the show today. Everyone serves and together we make a difference – 24/7 Outreach for Military Family Support! More at www.MilResourceRadio.com.

Mil Resource Radio with Linda Kreter presents the QPR Institute and suicide prevention. Experts Paul Quinnett and John Osborn MD (VA) join us to discuss why veteran suicide is not inevitable. The stats on veteran suicide and military family members are too high. YET, just as CPR helps others to recognize cardiac events, QPR can be readily learned to help prevent suicide. Question/Persuade/Refer (QPR) is a proven way to recognize at-risk behaviors, open a dialogue, and offer a way for help. Overcome fears, Listen attentively, and help save lives. Learn more at www.QPRInstitute.com. Everyone serves and together we make a difference – 24/7 Outreach for Military Family Support! More at www.MilResourceRadio.com.

Mil Resource Radio with Linda Kreter and co-host Justin Constantine presents: “Unbreakable Bonds: the Mighty Moms of Walter Reed”. Authors Dava Guerin and Kevin Ferris share their commitment to these families and about courage and chutzpah shown by Parent Caregivers during the long healing journey of their injured service member. Meet parent caregiver Tammy Glenn-Karcher who met the man who tried to kill her son and murdered two others in Iraq. She is one of the 10 mothers featured in this remarkable book. Everyone serves and together we make a difference – 24/7 Outreach for Military Family Support! More at www.MilResourceRadio.com.

Mil Resource Radio with Linda Kreter and co-host Justin Constantine presents: Autism in the Military. Guest Scott Fowler, M.Ed. is skilled at educating, training, and supporting families through the diagnostic odyssey. As the father of a son on the spectrum, and skilled in speaking, training, and advocating, Scott brings his personal perspective to helping military families obtain early diagnoses and interventions for the best possible outcomes. Everyone serves and together we make a difference – 24/7 Outreach for Military Family Support! More at www.MilResourceRadio.com.

Mil Resource Radio with Hosts Linda Kreter and Les Davis talk with Vice President Amy Looney, Regional Director Dan Mehdi, and Ambassador (volunteer) Jim O'Farrell of the Travis Manion Foundation. The purpose behind the Foundation is to lead the next generation in building strong character, instilling selfless service, and healing veterans and survivors through service. Learn more about their services and events at www.TravisManion.org. Everyone serves and together we make a difference – 24/7 Outreach for Military Family Support! More at www.MilResourceRadio.com.

Mil Resource Radio with Linda Kreter and co-host Jason McNamara presents: PTSD – a Family Affair. 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 Ingrid Herrera-Yee, PhD share excellent experiences and recommendations to support open-door, non-judgmental 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 – 24/7 Outreach for Military Family Support! More at www.MilResourceRadio.com.

Mil Resource Radio with Hosts Linda Kreter and Les Davis presents: Military Spouse Behavioral Health Clinicians ("MSBHC"). Founder, Ingrid Herrerra-Yee, PhD shares the unique advantages this clinical practitioner group brings to assisting military families with issues like depression, anxiety, suicide prevention, and also with clinician licensure. With a shortage of behavioral health practitioners, and a nationwide mental health crisis, it makes sense to utilize this vital group. Learn more at www.MSBHC.org. Everyone serves and together we make a difference – 24/7 Outreach for Military Family Support! More at www.MilResourceRadio.com.

Mil Resource Radio with Hosts Les Davis and Linda Kreter present today’s round table discussion about the "skills gap" in the transportation industry and what it means for veteran opportunity. Guests Scott Brown (President, Automotive Technicians Network), Hector Guzman (Field Director, Automotive Dealers Assoc.), and Jason Winwood from Universal Technical Institute provide a robust discussion on the growing and sustainable opportunities, need for veteran problem resolution skills, and the best way to find and grow on this career path. Everyone serves and together we make a difference – 24/7 Outreach for Military Family Support! More at www.MilResourceRadio.com.

Mil Resource Radio with Linda Kreter and co-host Justin Constantine presents: Recovering Warrior & Family Sailing. Outdoor warrior/vet events go far beyond the golf course or in this case, the sailboats - Paul Bollinger shares the origin and growth of the Wounded Warrior Sailing Regattas held in Annapolis with participants from Walter Reed and surrounding areas. CMDR Marisa McClure, Director of Sailing at the United States Naval Academy shares what it means for midshipmen to sail with the warriors and families, plus the opportunity to be among their soon-to-be peers. In the final segment, we are joined by Dr.Camille Hall, from Univ. of TN where talks about secondary PTSD and shares great insights for those living within a "PTSD household". Our guests bring to light real experiences which enlighten! Everyone serves and together we make a difference – 24/7 Outreach for Military Family Support! More at www.MilResourceRadio.com.