Host Kingsley Scott welcomes decorated British Army veteran, author, and business strategist Jay Allen to The Scoop for an inspiring conversation on leadership, resilience, and post-service success. Jay reveals how his experiences from the battlefield shaped his career in the boardroom, drawing from his acclaimed book Battlefield to Boardroom: A Tactical Field Guide.

From navigating medical challenges to developing mission clarity and servant leadership, Jay shares the principles that help veterans and leaders alike achieve lasting success. Discover the transferable skills every service member should leverage, why mutual cooperation matters in any team, and how to transform adversity into opportunity.

Whether you’re a veteran preparing for civilian life or a leader seeking actionable strategies, this episode delivers practical tools and motivation to help you win your next mission.

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Army veteran Angeletha Long turned decades of logistics and operations into a thriving group-travel and retreat business. In this VET S.O.S. Veteran Entrepreneur Spotlight, Angeletha explains how she plans “door-to-destination” experiences with military-grade precision—coordinating accessibility, dietary needs, and excursions that reinforce a team’s goals. She also opens up about the hardest parts of entrepreneurship (marketing yourself after OPSEC), the importance of mentors and community (ACP, Boots to Business, local chambers), and how she designed work that keeps her present for family.

• Military planning skills map directly to group travel and corporate retreats

• “Rank doesn’t carry over”—earn credibility from scratch

• Systems for special diets, accessibility, and purpose-built excursions

• Mentorship and training accelerate the learning curve (ACP, Boots to Business)

• Practical ways to show up on social without oversharing

Guest linksWebsite: mydreamvacationtravel.com | Phone: 478-334-0177
LinkedIn: Angeletha-Long | FB/IG: “Angeletha-Long Cruise Planners”

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Transitioning out of the military isn’t just about a new job — it’s about rediscovering your identity, redefining success, and finding purpose again. In this compelling episode of the VET S.O.S. podcast, we sit down with Lacy Gunnoe, a U.S. Air Force veteran and Director of Veteran Wellbeing at Camp Southern Ground, founded by Zac Brown of the Zac Brown Band.

Lacy unpacks the three core veteran programs at Camp Southern Ground:

✅ Warrior Week – An immersive, peer-led transition program using Gallup’s CliftonStrengths to help you build a post-military life around your purpose, values, and well-being.

✅ Warrior PATH – A groundbreaking program rooted in post-traumatic growth that offers healing and hope for those battling invisible wounds.

✅ Warrior Family Camp – A reconnective experience for military families that blends fun, emotional wellness, and quality time together.

Hear real-life success stories, like Carson—a young veteran who left Warrior Week and became a certified dog handler within months.

🎯 These programs are free to veterans. Travel, meals, lodging—covered.

🖥️ Learn more: CampSouthernGround.org
📧 Contact: lacy@campsouthernground.org

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In this episode of The Scoop, Kingsley Scott interviews Dr. Robert Turrill and Dr. Eddie Arambula, co-editors of Veteran Stories of Transition and Transformation. This remarkable book features 25 authentic veteran journeys, told in their own words, reflecting resilience, growth, and the life-changing impact of education.

Discover how USC’s Master of Business for Veterans (MBV) program became the backdrop for these transformative stories, the challenges of encouraging veterans to open up, and why sharing your own story is as healing for the writer as it is inspiring for the reader.

Dr. Turrill and Dr. Arambula reveal the pitfalls, breakthroughs, and lasting lessons of veteran storytelling — and why they believe your story matters more than you think.

📘 Available Now: Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Pine Peak Press
🔗 Follow Dr. Robert Turrill & Dr. Eddie Arambula on LinkedIn
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In this episode of the VET S.O.S. Veteran Educational Resources Spotlight, host Dr. Hira speaks with Mary Bier, MBA, President & CEO of the Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC), about the critical work being done to support military-connected children.

Mary shares her personal experiences as a military spouse and parent, her professional advocacy journey, and MCEC’s innovative programs that prepare students for college, career, and life success. From peer mentoring through Student 2 Student (S2S) to leadership development and scholarships, this conversation sheds light on how communities and schools can uplift military families.

Listeners will also learn about the Heroic Hearts Scholarship, opportunities at the Francis Hesselbein Student Leadership Program, and upcoming Global Training Summits designed to equip educators and student leaders.

This episode is a must-listen for educators, parents, and anyone who wants to better understand and support the unique challenges of military children.

Follow and subscribe to VET S.O.S. for more resources, stories, and insights to help veterans and their families thrive.

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In this powerful episode of the VET S.O.S. Veteran Entrepreneur Spotlight, we welcome Rich Holley, a retired Navy air traffic controller turned financial literacy advocate. Rich is the creator of The Adventures of Buck Dollar—a children's book series and animated educational tool designed to teach kids how to save, invest, and build wealth from an early age.

Rich shares his personal journey from serving in the military to building a mission-driven business that empowers families to take control of their financial futures. Learn how he turned his frustration with adult financial habits into a movement that starts with children. With the motto "Spend some, save some, so you always have some," Rich is helping shape the next generation of financially confident kids.

He’s sold over 2,500 books, created a financial wellness journal, and now travels across the country delivering powerful assemblies and workshops for schools and colleges. This is an episode filled with purpose, passion, and practical advice.

🔗 Visit: buckdollar101.com
📲 Instagram: @buckdollar101

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In this inspiring episode of The Scoop from the VET S.O.S. Podcast Network, Kingsley welcomes Shannon Huffman Polson, one of the first women to fly the U.S. Army’s Apache helicopter and the founder of The Grit Institute. Shannon shares how her groundbreaking military career shaped her bestselling book The Grit Factor and her Grit Triad leadership model: Commit, Learn, and Launch.

Through personal stories, lessons from dozens of leaders, and actionable exercises, Shannon reveals how grit is a choice — one that empowers you to overcome adversity, reclaim your story, and lead with purpose.

Perfect for veterans navigating transition, leaders seeking to inspire their teams, or anyone ready to embrace change with courage, this conversation is a masterclass in resilience and leadership.

Learn more at thegritinstitute.com and download the free GRIT Manifesto.

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Marine Corps veteran and Homefront SitRep co-host David Willis joins the VET S.O.S. podcast to discuss his military transition journey and his commitment to highlighting grassroots veteran organizations. From reconnecting with fellow Marines to co-founding a podcast that gives voice to boots-on-ground nonprofits, David shares heartfelt stories, lessons from failed nonprofits, and why finding your "tribe" is the key to post-service purpose.

Catch this conversation filled with humor, honesty, and practical advice for any veteran navigating life after service.

Listen, subscribe, and share. Your transition lifeline starts here.
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