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Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in Action
Untold Valor is a podcast sharing veterans’ stories of courage, recovery, and resilience. Hear firsthand experiences with mental health, addiction, and life after service, along with insights from experts supporting veteran recovery. Produced by Voice & Vision, the show is part of a mission to bring hope and healing through programs like CompeerCORPS, where veterans support one another through mentorship and friendship. Funded by a Veterans' Trust Fund grant from the Pennsylvania Department of…
Episodes
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionFrom Service to Self: Helping Veterans Find Their Way with Tamara Moore and Walter Matthews
For many veterans, leaving the military can mean losing the structure, camaraderie, and sense of purpose that shaped their lives. On this episode of Untold…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionBuilding a Meaningful Life With Chronic Pain, Featuring Dwight Boddorf
Chronic pain can change nearly every part of life, but it doesn’t have to define what comes next. U.S. Marine Corps veteran and Purple Heart recipient Dwight…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionTrauma, Treatment, and Taking Control of Your Care with Susan Maroto
Veterans dealing with PTSD, addiction, or difficult treatment experiences may have more options than they realize. In this episode, we sit down with clinical…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionBest of Season 4: Turning Service Into Lasting Impact (Pt 1)
Season four of Untold Valor introduced listeners to veterans whose service continued long after they left the military. Their experiences reveal how grief…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionThe Stories Vietnam Veterans Never Told with Filmmaker Sid Holmes
Filmmaker Sid Holmes joins Untold Valor to discuss The Wait, his powerful documentary chronicling the lives of Vietnam veterans beyond the battlefield. Rather…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionBest of Season 3: Leadership, Purpose, and Employment After Service (Pt 2)
In this special "Best of Season 3 – Part 2" episode of Untold Valor, we revisit powerful conversations about leadership, resilience, and finding purpose after…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in Action30 Years of Fighting for Women Veterans with Dr. Cathy Bennett-Santos
In this episode of Untold Valor, Dr. Cathy Bennett-Santos shares her powerful journey from Army medic to nationally recognized advocate for women veterans…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionBest of Season 3: Veterans on Advocacy, Identity, and Mental Health (Pt 1)
In this “Best of Season 3” episode of Untold Valor, we revisit powerful conversations about mental health, transition, and rediscovering purpose after military…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionBest of Season 2: Recovery, Turning Points, and the Power of Support (Pt 2)
This “Best of Season 2” episode highlights powerful moments of recovery, resilience, and life-changing support systems. Michael shares how his difficult…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionBest of Season 2: Veterans in Transition, Connection, and Purpose (Pt 1)
In this special “Best of Season 2” episode of Untold Valor, we revisit powerful conversations centered on the challenges of transitioning out of the military…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionVA Support for Veterans Facing Legal & Mental Health Challenges with Lily Thomas
In this episode, we sit down with Lily Thomas, a Veterans Justice Outreach social worker at the Coatesville VA Medical Center, to explore how veterans can…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionBest of Season 1: Courage, Care, and Camaraderie (Pt 2)
This “Best of Season 1 – Part 2” episode highlights powerful moments from past conversations with veterans who shared their personal stories of service…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionBest of Season 1: Stories of Strength and Second Chances (Pt 1)
In this special “Best of Season 1” episode of Untold Valor, we revisit powerful conversations about addiction recovery, breaking stigma, and the strength found…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionA Life Committed To Serving with Kevin (KC) Drayton
In this episode, Kevin (KC) Drayton shares a powerful story of service, faith, and lifelong purpose. From growing up in North Philadelphia to serving in the…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionPreserving Veteran Stories with Lt. Col. David Kelly
In this episode, retired Marine Lieutenant Colonel David E. Kelly shares a powerful behind-the-scenes look at modern warfare through the stories of the Marines…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionOperation Host: Helping Veterans Heal from MST and PTSD with Jaimie Ames
In this episode, we sit down with Army veteran and survivor advocate Jaimie Ames, co-founder and CEO of Operation Host, to explore the often-unspoken realities…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionGreen Star Families of America: Honoring Families of Veterans Lost to Suicide with Matt Cahill
In this episode, we’re joined by Army veteran and founder of Green Star Families of America, Matt Cahill, for an honest conversation about life after military…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionMarine Corps Scholarship Foundation: Empowering Future Generations with Margo Cianchetta
In this episode of Untold Valor, we sit down with Margo Cianchetta, Director of Philanthropy for the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation- and a proud Marine…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionTeam Red, White & Blue: Meeting Veterans Where They Are with John Bond
In this episode of Untold Valor, we welcome Army veteran and Navy civilian, John Bond. After 18 years of service and a challenging transition into civilian…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionEuno Health: Exploring New Paths to Veteran Wellness with Will Dengler
In this episode, we sit down with Will Dengler, a US Air Force veteran and founder of Euno Health. After completing his service, Will noticed significant gaps…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionFrom the Skies to the Pulpit: Ben Wright’s Story of Duty, Faith, and Veteran Connection
In this episode of Untold Valor, we speak with Pastor Ben Wright, a retired Air Force veteran with 22 years of service, about his time in the military and his…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionReclaiming Strength: Healing, Resilience, and Transformation as a Veteran Survivor with Vanessa Morbeck
In this powerful episode of Untold Valor, U.S. Army veteran, speaker, and author Vanessa Morbeck opens up about her journey through trauma, survival, and…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionThe Mission of CompeerCORPS with Reverend Ben
This episode, we’re taking a step back from our usual interviews to spotlight the mission of CompeerCORPS. Marc sits down with Reverend Ben, who shares how…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionThe Veterans Breakfast Club: Stories That Heal and Connect with Shaun Hall
In this episode of Untold Valor, we sit down with Shaun Hall, Director of Programming at the Veterans Breakfast Club (VBC). Since 2008, VBC has created spaces…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionProject Healing Waters: Fly Fishing For Recovery with Sarah Schwager
In this episode of Untold Valor, we welcome Sarah Schwager, Program Lead for the King of Prussia chapter of Project Healing Waters, a nonprofit dedicated to…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionLegal Support Against Domestic Abuse With Attorney Kimberly Hollenback
In this powerful kickoff to Season 4, we’re joined by Kimberly Hollenback, Regional VOCA Supervising Attorney with Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania. Kim…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionHealing Is A “We” Journey: Treating Trauma Across Military Families with Grace Caulfield
In this episode of Untold Valor, we sit down with Grace Caulfield, LPC, and Clinic Director at the Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Easterseals. With…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionThe Power of Second Chances: Inside Veterans Court with The Honorable John P. Capuzzi Sr.
In this powerful episode, we’re joined by The Honorable John P. Capuzzi Sr., a senior judge in Delaware County, who has spent the past several years helping…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionStrategies For A Safer Tomorrow: CSM Bart Womack’s Story (Part 2)
In this gripping follow-up episode, retired Command Sergeant Major Bart Womack returns to share the lasting impact of surviving a horrific insider attack…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionFrom Service to Storytelling: CSM Bart Womack’s Story (Part 1)
We are honored to welcome retired Command Sergeant Major Bart Womack to the podcast today. With over 29 years of distinguished service in the United States…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionCAADC: Bridging The Gap For Veterans with Clarence Jones
We’re honored to be joined by Clarence Jones today, a Marine Corps veteran whose own struggles after service ignited his passion for helping others. After…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionDVOP: Helping Veterans Find Their Next Step with Dartanyun Wilkins-Harvey
In this episode, we are joined by Dartanyun Wilkins-Harvey, a 12-year Army veteran who now works with the Disabled Veterans Outreach Program (DVOP) in…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionNever Give Up: Fighting for the VA Benefits You Deserve with Neil Woods and Lori Underwood
Navigating the VA benefits system can be frustrating, exhausting, and emotionally draining. Many veterans feel unheard and stuck in an endless cycle- but you…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionGriswold Home Care: Serving Those Who Have Served with Brie White
Today we have the privilege of speaking with Brie White, a passionate advocate for veterans and the Director of Griswold Home Care in Delaware County. As an…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionDrive and Thrive: Supporting Veterans with Reliable Transportation with Danielle Fox
Welcome back to another episode of Untold Valor! This week, we are joined by the Director of Community Engagement and Development at Sauers Cares, Danielle…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionWhen One Door Closes: Strength In New Beginnings with Kat Kirkman
In this episode of Untold Valor, we’re honored to share the inspiring journey of Kathryn "Kat" Kirkman, a fourth-generation military veteran. Following a…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionNo Problem Is Too Big: Finding The Courage To Seek Support featuring Darrin Henry
We are excited to be joined today by Darrin Henry, a Staff Sergeant and Medic in the Pennsylvania National Guard and owner of Barracks Baristas Coffee Company…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionTaking a Step: Healing Through Movement with Kween Smith
We are excited to talk with Kween Smith today, a U.S. Air Force veteran, personal trainer, entrepreneur, and artist who has transformed her life and now…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionYour Addiction Does Not Define You featuring Katie Ogden
We’re thrilled to welcome Katie Ogden, a treatment advocate at Recovery Centers of America, to the show. After a powerful recovery journey of her own, she is…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionHealing Invisible Wounds with Heather Sliwinski of the Honor and Courage Foundation
In this week’s episode of Untold Valor, we are joined by Heather Sliwinski, the CEO and founder of the Honor and Courage Foundation. The foundation, which was…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionThe GRID System: A Path to Healing from Trauma with Theresa Agostinelli, LCSW
Today we are joined by Theresa Agostinelli, a licensed clinical social worker with nearly two decades of experience helping veterans and first responders…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionSupport, Resources, and Hope with the Robert L. Howie Veterans Home
We’re excited to bring you a great conversation today with the inspiring Quanda Howieburth and Wanda Pate-Dennis, who are making a significant impact in the…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionStepping Out In Faith with Stephanie Booker
In this episode, we had the privilege of speaking with Stephanie Booker, the inspiring CEO and Founder of A Home Is A Right (AHARI). Stephanie's story begins…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionHelping Veterans On The Path To Healing with Tom Roskowski and Matthew Allen
In today’s episode, we are joined by two remarkable veterans, Tom Roskowski and Matthew Allen, who have dedicated their lives to supporting the mental health…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionMaking The Most Of Your Mess with Jeremy Stalnecker (Part 2)
Jeremy Stalnecker is the co-founder and executive director of the Mighty Oaks Foundation and a retired USMC Infantry Officer. In our last episode, we spoke…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionThe Mighty Oaks Foundation: Saving Lives, Restoring Families and Changing Legacies with Jeremy Stalnecker (Part 1)
We are very excited to be sitting down with Jeremy Stalnecker, co-founder and executive director of the Mighty Oaks Foundation, over the next two episodes…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionVisiting Angels: Helping Veterans and Their Families with Mary LaMarre
In today’s episode, we have the pleasure of chatting with Mary LaMarre. With 30 years of experience in the healthcare industry, Mary now serves as the Client…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionThere Is Always Hope with Myra Fields-Rouse
In today’s episode, we’re honored to feature Myra Fields-Rouse, a retired army officer with 22 years of service. After being injured during her deployment to…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionThe Empowerment Zone: Serving Veterans and the Community with Felecia Coffee
We are excited to welcome you to season 3 of Untold Valor! To kick off the new season, we had the honor of speaking with Felecia Coffee, a remarkable community…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionThe Courageous Call For Help with Bryan McCauley
Bryan McCauley is a Marine Corps veteran, former firefighter, police officer, and detective with a powerful story. As the director of the Heroes program at PA…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionUpcoming Event: The A.S.A.P Seminar featuring Darcy Rideout and Reverend Ben
We are honored to welcome Darcy Rideout back for today's episode. Alongside Reverend Ben, she's here to highlight an important event organized by Voice &…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionThe Healing Power of Horses with PATH-certified CTRI Kim Longo
In today’s episode, Kim Longo, a PATH-certified therapeutic riding instructor (CTRI), invites us into her inspiring work at Thorncroft Equestrian Center. She…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionHeroic Gardens: Planting Seeds of Hope for Veterans with Collie Turner
Collie Turner is the founder and executive director of Heroic Gardens. This organization has been transforming the lives of veterans through the healing power…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionFinding Strength in Community and Faith with Lena Fowler
We’re excited to welcome Lena Fowler to the show this week. Lena is a decorated United States Navy veteran with 17 years of service, including deployments in…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionHope Amidst Hardship with Chief Joseph Daly
We are honored to have Joseph Daly on the show with us today. Joseph is the Chief of Police for Springfield Township and a former U.S. Marine, serving two…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionGetting Back to Your Civilian Self with Marine Andrew Nelson
We have a fantastic conversation for you today. We are joined by Andrew Nelson, a Marine Corps veteran who served for 10 years and completed two combat tours…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionJob Readiness and Beyond with Keith Moore and Danielle Veltri of EDSI
We are excited to sit down with Keith Moore and Danielle Veltri from EDSI (Educational Data Systems Incorporated) in today’s show. EDSI is a workforce…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionStronger Together: Veteran Fellowship, Mentorship, and Advocacy with Colonel Arthur L. Jenkins, Jr.
Join us for an inspiring episode with Colonel Arthur "Art" L. Jenkins, Jr. We’ll learn more about his 40-year military journey, from his early enlistment to…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionHolding Onto Hope with Dr. Nick Maio
Dr. Nick Maio is joining us to kick off the new year. He is here to share his story, from an unstable early life to a challenging military deployment to Iraq…
Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in ActionHope and Healing for Military Families During the Holidays
During the holiday season, it's crucial to recognize the unique challenges faced by service members and their families. Valerie Melroy, the CEO of Voice and…