Join Jennifer-Ruth Green, Founder and CEO of Battle-Proven Leadership, as she discusses how to lead and unite during times of change and division. Drawing from her experience at the U.S. Air Force Academy, military training, and leadership insights, Jennifer shares 4 powerful leadership lessons inspired by the resilience of Vietnam War POWs. Discover how to finish strong, own your patch of grass, and harness your influence to inspire meaningful change in any environment.

Join Keith McKinley, (Ret.) Colonel of the U.S. Army Reserve and Indiana National Guard, as he shares insights into the Southwest Louisiana Veterans Association’s 2025 mission and agenda. Learn about their impactful programs, veteran services, collaborations, and how they support active-duty military, veterans, and their families. Keith highlights key initiatives, partnerships with organizations like VFW, American Legion, and Louisiana's Department of Veterans Affairs, and how the local community, businesses, and nonprofits are coming together to make a difference.

Join Adelena Marshall, VA Mental Health RN, as she discusses the 2025 agenda of National Nurses United and the impact of policy and compliance adjustments under the current administration. This discussion highlights the critical needs of VA nurses, expanded mental health services, updated infrastructure, and increased staffing to deliver world-class care for veterans. Adelena shares personal stories of veteran care, the importance of flexible scheduling for nurses, and how budget increases can improve overall care delivery.

Stephanie Kalota, U.S. Army Reserve Sergeant First Class Veteran and founder of The Political Veteran Podcast, provides an in-depth breakdown of President Trump’s executive order on reinstating military personnel discharged due to COVID-19 vaccine mandates. Stephanie also covers key public policy topics, including VA updates, Secretary Pete Hegseth’s controversial nomination, the role of Equal Opportunity Advisors, and changes in the military’s approach to sexual violence prevention and command climate.

Join Stephanie Kalota, U.S. Army Reserve Sergeant First Class Veteran, founder of The Political Veteran Podcast, and AHG correspondent, as she provides key updates on public policy affecting veterans and active military personnel. In this discussion, Stephanie breaks down executive orders from Presidents Biden and Trump, the ongoing legal battles over the transgender military ban, VA secretary nominations, and major veteran issues like mental health and homelessness. Gain insight into policies shaping the military today, the Rand Corporation’s research, and what lies ahead for veterans.

Join Lisa Gavin, Money Mindset Coach and Business Credit Expert, as she shares a proven roadmap to financial success with the Coach to Cash program. Learn how personalized financial coaching, business credit strategies, and customized planning can help you achieve sustainable growth. From credit building to financial assessments, Lisa’s insights have helped over 25,000 clients improve their credit, manage debt, and access funding. Don’t miss this deep dive into financial literacy, expert advice, and actionable steps to optimize your financial future.

In this episode of America’s Heroes Group, Stephanie Kalota, U.S. Army Reserve Sergeant First Class Veteran and creator of The Political Veteran Podcast, reconnects with her longtime friend and fellow veteran John Moses. John is a retired Sergeant First Class and co-founder of the Massachusetts Afghan Alliance (MAA). Together, they explore the critical issues surrounding the suspension of the Afghan Refugee Program, moral injury, and the unique role veterans play in advocacy and sponsorship efforts for Afghan families.

With nearly two decades of shared service and experience, Stephanie and John highlight the ongoing struggles of Afghan refugees, especially those affected by recent executive orders halting resettlement programs. They also shed light on the emotional and logistical challenges faced by veterans who sponsor Afghan families, the impact of the crisis on veterans' mental health, and how communities across the U.S. can help.

Join Stephanie Kalota, U.S. Army Reserve Sergeant First Class Veteran, founder of The Political Veteran Podcast, and AHG correspondent, as she delves into the latest executive orders and their implications. From federal hiring freezes to the return-to-office mandates, Stephanie explores how these policies affect federal employees—30% of whom are veterans—alongside critical services like VA healthcare and benefits.

Discover the challenges of managing federal workforce changes, the downstream effects on veterans relying on VA support, and the political and logistical complexities surrounding these orders.