12. The Taxpayer Cost For Hegseth General Officer Meeting

14. Getting Approved For College Degrees Under VR&E

Are you trying to get approved for a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree through VR&E (Veteran Readiness & Employment) but keep hitting roadblocks or denials?In this video, I’m breaking down the real secrets behind getting your education plan approved, the same steps I used to get my own Master’s program funded through VR&E.VR&E isn’t just another benefit, it’s a rehabilitation program designed to help disabled veterans find suitable, sustainable employment that supports your long-term success. The key is knowing how to connect your education plan to your career goals, job data, and disability limitations. Most veterans don’t get denied because they’re unqualified; they get denied because they don’t know how to build a case for their education plan.If you’re ready to take control of your benefits and get the degree you’ve earned, this video will show you exactly how to start.

13. The Teddy Roosevelt Lesson That Shifted My Life.

In this episode of The Green Logbook, I dive deep into one of Theodore Roosevelt’s most powerful quotes. A simple line that holds the blueprint for resilience, especially for someone experiencing a major life change and veterans learning to rebuild life after the military.If you’ve ever felt stuck waiting on the VA, frustrated by the job market, or unsure of your next move, this message is for you.I break down what it really means to take back control, find purpose again, and adapt when life doesn’t go as planned.Because success after service isn’t about having all the answers, it’s about taking action with what you already have.

12. The Taxpayer Cost For Hegseth General Officer Meeting

In this episode, I researched the upcoming meeting of US military flag officers at Quantico, Virginia, ordered by Secretary of War Pete Hegseth. He provides a detailed breakdown of the estimated costs associated with the meeting, including lodging, meals, transportation, and security, totaling numbers in the Millions. In this episode, I researched the upcoming meeting of US military flag officers at Quantico, Virginia, ordered by Secretary of War Pete Hegseth. He provides a detailed breakdown of the estimated costs associated with the meeting, including lodging, meals, transportation, and security, totaling numbers in the Millions. Chapters:00:00 Introduction to the Meeting at Quantico01:26 Cost Breakdown of the Meeting04:06 Security and Logistics for the Meeting05:33 Final Thoughts on the Cost to TaxpayersReferences:https://www.csis.org/analysis/quick-analysis-secretary-hegseths-general-officers-meetinghttps://www.gsa.gov/travel/plan-book/per-diem-rates/per-diem-rates-results?action=perdiems_report&fiscal_year=2026&state=VA&city=quantico&zip= https://www.politico.com/news/2025/09/26/hegseth-meeting-details-00582791 https://www.palmbeachpost.com/story/news/2025/01/30/president-donald-trump-palm-beach-sheriff-security-cost/78017020007/ https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trumps-security-price-tag-for-one-day-in-nyc-same-as-bedminster-n-j-all-summer/ https://gisme.georgetown.edu/publications/secret-service-costs-for-presidential-travel-continue-to-mount/https://www.congress.gov/118/meeting/house/117528/documents/HHRG-118-GO00-20240722-SD077.pdfhttps://www.police1.com/legal/feds-will-pay-for-local-police-sheriffs-office-costs-for-trumps-visits-to-mar-a-lagohttps://www.gao.gov/assets/gao-19-178.pdf #veterans #life #lifelessons #militarylife #civilianlife #militaryretirement #usmc #Marines #army #navy #airforce #coastguard #motivation #kaizen #MilitaryTransition #MilitaryToCivilian #secwar #secdef #hegseth #trump #quantico #virginia US military, veteran warrior ethos, taxpayer costs, meeting logistics, security expenses, military, budgets

11. The Truth About Getting Better After Military Service

In this episode, I'm sitting down with Marco Guizar from Service Connected Wellness, as we talk about the struggles with the VA, How veterans can feel better about their service-connected disabilities, and helping you help you.Check out Marco's Youtube Channel - Service Connected Wellness: https://www.youtube.com/@UCF6QdITi_C-RaR_boMEJX0w Website: www.Fascia.com

10. Reaper Drone Pilot on Experiences, PTSD and Building Remote Warriors Community

In this episode, I'm sitting down with Tanner “Blackjack” Yackley, a former U.S. Air Force MQ-9 Reaper Sensor Operator and Evaluator with a decade of operational experience. He is the founder of Remote Warrior LLC, a veteran-led initiative dedicated to supporting Remote Combat Warriors — the pilots, sensor operators, analysts, and cyber operators engaged in modern warfare — through trauma-informed resources, advocacy, and innovation.Tanner is also pursuing a PhD in Psychology, where his research focuses on Complex PTSD (CPTSD), moral injury, and the mental health of drone and remote warfare personnel. He has authored multiple guides and white papers on trauma, transition, and occupational stress, and is the creator of The Reaper’s Shadow: Mental Health in the Drone Age, which blends personal narrative with advocacy for systemic change.Through Remote Warrior, Tanner has built a comprehensive ecosystem of tools, including a 10-part guide library, the RECON trauma screen, the Fog of War CPTSD Guide, and practical innovations like the Panic Pack and Smart Home Fortress. His work has been featured in Business Insider and other outlets, and he regularly engages with policymakers, clinicians, and veteran organizations to improve recognition and care for those serving in unseen combat roles.