Space-Available Travel (Space-A) Cost And Benefits

Marine Corps Captain Represents Team USA as a Bobsled Pilot

Ever wonder what it's like to be both in the military and training for the Olympics? Marine Corps Captain Riley Tejcek is doing just that! Capt Tejcek is currently deployed and was gracious enough to offer her time to share her story about her journey from being a professional athlete to joining the Marine Corps and now represents Team USA as a bobsled pilot who is training for the 2026 Winter Olympics. Capt Tejcek shares with us the ups and downs of both putting her country first while also focusing on her training to make the Olympic team for the United States. If you would like to support her on her journey be sure to connect with her on LinkedIn or purchase one of her challenge coins that are helping to fund her training: https://bit.ly/rileytejcek [https://bit.ly/rileytejcek] If you prefer to watch the interview on YouTube click here. [https://youtu.be/urqtI-yo_ZY] Get full access to Beyond the Uniforms at beyondtheuniforms.substack.com/subscribe [https://beyondtheuniforms.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

How to Start a Pet Supplement and Product Distribution Business

Ever wonder how to start a pet supplement and product distribution business? In this episode Monty Dupree, a U.S. Marine Corps Master Sgt, discusses how and why he started a pet supplement and product distribution business after his own personal story. Still serving in the Marines, Monty used his resources to learn how to not only get pet supplements at a wholesale cost but how to become a distributor for other brands and earn money. Visit the resources below to check out more info: Instagram Products: https://www.instagram.com/hdk_lux_products/ [https://www.instagram.com/hdk_lux_products/] Instagram Collars: https://www.instagram.com/hdk_lux_dog_collars/ [https://www.instagram.com/hdk_lux_dog_collars/] If you prefer to watch this interview on YouTube, click here. [https://youtu.be/reySKlxaQrU] The mission of HDK & LUX Products is to be a premium brand dedicated to offering high-quality dog supplements, luxury dog collars, leashes, and streetwear. The company focuses on enhancing dogs’ health, vitality, and overall well-being while providing stylish, upscale accessories that showcase confidence and elegance. Get full access to Beyond the Uniforms at beyondtheuniforms.substack.com/subscribe [https://beyondtheuniforms.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Space-Available Travel (Space-A) Cost And Benefits

Military, veterans, and family members can travel for virtually free using space-available travel, also known as Space-A, benefits. But it's not always clear how to do it and it's sometimes confusing. Thankfully I had the opportunity to interview a retired Army spouse who she and her husband frequent Space-A travel to take vacations for virtually free, minus the cost of food, transportation, etc. In this episode Stephanie explains how military members, veterans, and their families can use Space-A travel just like her, including use of other rec facilities such as boats, camps, RV parks, and more. For more information and to check out her resources by clicking here. [https://www.poppinsmoke.com/] If you prefer to watch the video on YouTube click here. [https://youtu.be/BbU1cPn325g] Get full access to Beyond the Uniforms at beyondtheuniforms.substack.com/subscribe [https://beyondtheuniforms.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Living Abroad as a Veteran: Cost Savings, VA Benefits, and Relaxed Lifestyle in the Dominican Republic

In this episode, we sit down with John Davis, also known as @combat.vet.abroad [https://www.tiktok.com/@combat.vet.abroad] on TikTok, a U.S. Army veteran who made the move to the Dominican Republic. John shares his experience of living a more affordable and relaxed lifestyle abroad while still utilizing his VA health benefits. John is a graduate of St. Joseph's College and Harvard and has spoken to Congress about veteran related topics as a legislative fellow. John gives us some inside info into how the cost of living compares to the U.S., why the Dominican Republic is such a great option for veterans looking to live overseas, and how veterans can still access their benefits from abroad. Whether you're considering making the move or just curious about what life is like for a veteran living outside the U.S., this episode is packed with valuable insights! John has many resources to check out so be sure to click this link. [https://linktr.ee/johnhdaviswriter] If you prefer to watch this interview on YouTube click here. [https://youtu.be/Le4cx4dY_JI] Get full access to Beyond the Uniforms at beyondtheuniforms.substack.com/subscribe [https://beyondtheuniforms.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

How to Start a Pet Supplement Product Company

Marine Corps veteran Rico Curiel started his journey of creating a natural and healthy pet supplement company after he noticed his dog's health was declining every time he went home on leave. Inspired by his beloved dog's deteriorating health, Rico decided to start Beast Arsenal as he was nearing retirement. Beast Arsenal provides natural supplements for health-related issues and prevention including stress, muscle, and anxiety, and also offers leashes, harnesses, and collars. Rico was gracious and offered some insights and tips on how to start a pet supplement company, including approximate start-up costs. You can visit his online store or check out his Instagram page [https://www.instagram.com/beastarsenal]: 🌐 https://beastarsenal.com/ [https://beastarsenal.com/] If you prefer to watch the interview you can do so by clicking here. [https://youtu.be/NmCEkivyP_I] Get full access to Beyond the Uniforms at beyondtheuniforms.substack.com/subscribe [https://beyondtheuniforms.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]