SSVF works to assist homeless Veterans and their families. Listen in to learn about SSVF, the Emergency Rental Assistance Program, and other VA programs to prevent homelessness.

Approximately four months have gone by since the last American troops withdrew from Afghanistan. This episode of Borne the Battle features four intrepid Afghanistan Veterans who discuss how they processed their tangled web of emotions as the Afghanistan withdrawal unfolded and reflect upon their service. The four Veterans are: • Marine Veteran Stephen Kupryk who served two tours in Afghanistan and now wrestles professionally under the name Steve Maclin. • Air Force Veteran Amanda Huffman who...

The holiday season can be a tough time for many veterans. On this week’s special Rewind episode of Borne the Battle, National Guard Veteran Mike Fisher discusses the many services offered by VA Vet Centers and how their staff of licensed professionals work to help Veterans accomplish their goals and receive the care they need.

If you or a family member are an Alaska Native Veteran who served during the Vietnam era, you may be entitled to receive up to 160 acres of land. On this week’s special Rewind episode of Borne the Battle, we meet with a panel of experts to discuss the details of the Alaska Native Veterans Land Allotment Program and how to apply.

Bravery. Generosity. Fortitude. Wisdom. Lakota renaissance man and Army Veteran Dr. Robert Primeaux explains the importance of these four virtues on this special Rewind episode of Borne the Battle

When Marine Corps Veteran Kelly Murphy began an Instagram account to document his workouts, he never dreamed that it would lead him to becoming the winner of CBS’ "Tough as Nails" competition show. He left the set $200,000 dollars richer and the owner of a brand-new Ford F-150. In this week’s episode of Borne the Battle, Murphy talks about life in the Marines, helping student Veterans find their place in civilian life and winning season one of the CBS competition show Tough as Nails.

If there is anyone who knows what it means to be a warrior, it is Air Force Veteran D.J. Eagle Bear Vanas. D.J. Vanas travels around the country speaking at conventions packed with audience members, giving motivational presentations that teach people how to find their unique warrior spirit. You might be wondering, what exactly is the warrior spirit? Tribal nations, Fortune 500 companies, the military, and even the White House on two occasions have hired Vanas to answer that question. This...

Marine Veteran and multiple viral meme'd Tim Davis discusses his time in service and his decision to leave early. In this episode he shares how he discovered new passions like education and jiu-jitsu to heal his body and mind.

VA Mobile Mental Health Apps provide free tools and information to support and help Veterans manage PTSD-related symptoms and stress, learn mindfulness practices, aim to reduce suicide risk and strengthen parenting skills. The apps were designed to meet the needs of Veterans; they are free, easy to download, and are available via VA App Store, Google Play and Apple App Store.

Special Agent Bill Czopek discusses his time in the Navy, his experience in the DEA, and some things Veterans should be concerned about when it comes to counterfeit pills and the illegal drug trade.

In 1945, warehouses in Birmingham, England, were brimming with unsent postal mail intended for U.S. soldiers at the frontlines. At the same time, African American organizations pressed the War Department to create more opportunities for African American Women’s Army Corps members to serve. Tackling two issues at once, the War Department started recruiting African American women and formed the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion. The job was expected to take six months. The "Six Triple...

If you know of Black Rifle Coffee Company or watch Mayans MC on FX, you may already know this week’s Borne the Battle guest – Army Veteran, entrepreneur, actor and overall entertainer Vincent Vargas. In this week's episode of Borne the Battle, Vincent Vargas discusses his many transitions between sports, military and civilian lives, getting into acting, his time on the Drinkin' Bros podcast, and the founding of Beteran, his Veteran-focused clothing line that emphasizes empowerment and...

USMC Veteran David Bonilla faced hard times after returning to civilian life. However, Veterans Affairs helped Bonilla get back on track and he ultimately decided to use his GI Bill benefits to attend audio school. Now he works as foley artist and has a Primetime Emmy Award to his name.

Dr. Baxter has been the SecDef's flight surgeon for over 25 years – both in and out of uniform. 20 years ago, he was the commander of the flight clinic in the Pentagon when the plane hit the building. Before any helicopters landed, before the first responder ambulance showed up - Dr. Baxter helped lead the immediate recovery effort and evacuation of the Pentagon on 9/11. And right here, on this very episode, he‘s gonna give you his own personal account of that day. (Original cast - 9/11/2019)

HUD-VASH is a collaborative program between HUD and VA that provides support to help homeless Veterans and their families – and those at risk of becoming homeless – to find and sustain permanent housing.

What does it take to make a living out of playing video games? Quality assurance tester for The Elder Scrolls Online, Army Veteran and lifelong gamer Tommy Davis has that perspective and more on this episode of Borne the Battle.

Army Veteran and author James Stejskal shares his journey from Special Forces to the CIA. Listen as he shares Detachment A’s role in the heart of East Berlin during the Cold War.

Bonus episode on the events unfolding in Afghanistan coupled with programs and resources that can help the veterans in your life.

This week’s Borne the Battle features Marine Corps Veteran John Ligato, who talks about fighting in Hue City with two Medal of Honor recipients and how he served as an undercover FBI agent in the mob.

VA's Office of Community Care (OCC) aims to place the choice of provider in the hands of eligible Veterans and assist them in finding the best options for their care. On this episode of Borne the Battle, Dr. Elizabeth Brill, chief medical officer at OCC, breaks down the process of determining eligibility, making appointments and receiving care through community care.

The odds were stacked against Mills when he prepared to run the 10,000m in 1964. He faced Australian runner Ronald Clarke, a multiple world-record setter and favorite to win gold at the 1964 Olympics in the distances. Additionally, Mills, being borderline type 2 diabetic, went low blood sugar just 20 minutes before the race. With the U.S. never having won gold in the 10,000m, it seemed as if even history was against Billy Mills. And yet, Mills won gold, set a world record, and is still the...

This week we revisit Episode 72 featuring Marine Veteran and Hollywood Stuntwoman, Leaphy Khim. Leaphy was born to Cambodian refugee parents and joined the military after Sept 11 as a way to give back to her parents' adopted country. In 2002, she enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. From here, she received intense combat and weapons training through the Corps for more than 6 years. Now, she's pursuing a career in Hollywood as an actress and stuntwoman.

On Borne the Battle, podcast host Tanner Iskra always asks his guests who is their greatest mentor. However, in this BtB Rewind, things are a bit different as we revisit Tanner’s first episode. Meet Rick Robinson, Marine Corp Veteran, Emmy Award winning cinematographer and one of Tanner’s greatest mentors. Robinson entered the film industry with little more than his Marine Corp background and a drive to succeed. However, he leveraged his experiences, formed connections and learned the...

This week we revisit the very first interview on Borne the Battle FKA "This Week at VA" - Marine Veteran and Retired professional soccer player, Haley Carter.

Denise Jelinski-Hall felt stuck in her small hometown of Little Falls, Minnesota, so she created a new future for herself by joining the Air Force. Years, later, Jelinski-Hall became the highest-ranking enlisted female in United States military history.