The Green Veteran™: Recent Episodes
Turf's Up Radio
“The Green Veteran” is a weekly radio show on Turf’s Up Radio hosted by Brooke Ford. The purpose of the show is three-fold:
- Green Industry Education – “Turf’s Up Radio” is dedicated to educating the green industry professional, homeowner, students and all who have a desire to conserve resources to better help protect our environment. “The Green Veteran” weekly program seeks to support that mission by discussing green industry emerging technologies, strategies and best practices while also engaging industry experts live on the air to share their knowledge and expertise across various disciplines.
- Serve Veterans & Families – Since the beginning “Turf’s Up Radio” has been committed to helping our service members and their families (active duty and veterans). A portion of “The Green Veteran” weekly program will be dedicated to discussing various topics of interest that we believe may be valuable to our veterans and their family members.
- Music / Entertainment – Finally, we are focused on playing great music for our audience! We will play a wide range or rock and pop music each week for our listening audience to enjoy. We want our listeners to walk away each week having learned something and having had a chance to relax in preparation for the coming week.
Veteran's Day 2021.
How is Veteran's Day Different from Memorial Day.
History of Veteran's Day.
Admiral William McCraven - commencement speech.
And...the MOTAB's singing, "The Battle Hymn of The Republic".
This week I am fortunate to be joined by 'Damien Holmes co-owner of "Solar Holmes". He breaks down the pros and cons of solar technology...no matter where you may live.
This week we talk about the Veteran's Crisis Hotline, a place where you can always turn to talk if you are in need.
We also chat with "The Unknown Caller", a combat veteran who shares some of his experiences and how he has coped since returning from Iraq.
This week we have a few guests drop in to discuss VA crisis hotlines and various other important VA issues.
We are also talking Electric Vehicles and check in with Mac to get his take on the matter.
Memorial Day 2021
On the show we discuss:
-What is Memorial Day?
-We honor the fallen.
-Comments from interviews and recorded messages.
This week Rachael Chestnut from Play Nice & TNS drops in to tell us about her company and the services she can offer businesses and individuals.
Together for the Good gives us an update of what they have in the works, big things are happening that will help them assist even more veterans, first responders and their families.
This week I am honored to replay a previous discussion with Morgan Luttrell. Morgan is a highly decorated, retired Navy Seal who is now dedicating his efforts to care for service member's and the environment. Morgan talks about his military service, Trexxler Energy Solutions, Stronos Industries and his hit podcast "Team Never Quit". You do not want to miss this one!
On this episode I play a recorded segment from the previous night's episode of "The Nightcap"...which was hijacked this week by "The Godfather" himself (Darren Gruner).
Topics Include:
-The newly launched turfsupnation.com.
-Genetically modified mosquito's primed for release in "The Sunshine State".
-Jobs for Vets - how does this integrate with turfsupnation.com?
-And, trying to criticize Steve and Hecubus..
On this episode Tawnya Bouma and Craig Wojcik of Together for the Good announce an important event focused on those people (and family members) who suffer in silence from PTSD and do not know where they can turn.
This episode includes:
-Affordable home automation ideas, a discussion with "Technology Thad".
-Tip of the Cap - goes out to the Lake Nona VA Hospital Staff.
-"Major" - the Biden's dog proves he was chomping at the bit to get back to the White House.
-National Public Radio (NPR) - do not give them a dime!
On this episode we discuss a variety of topics including:
-The climbing national debt at the impact it will have on the next generation (interview with college students).
-Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine, is it safe? I just had my first dose.
-Florida Crazy - when is the last time you threw a live alligator through a drive-thru window?
Great show this week highlighting the following:
-The Texas Energy Crisis (the hard freeze), does wind and solar still have a place?
-What happened to the Taco Bell Maxi-Melt? How do I order it now that it is no longer on the menu?
-Green Tip of the Week
-News / Sports / Music
...and much more!
On this episode we include:
-Great music.
-Florida Crazy
-Wake Up America - quit being lazy and stupid
-Jobs for Vets
-9 Tips for a Flat Stomach
-...and much more!
On this show we discuss:
-VA Benefits and How to Claim Them w/ Champion Builderz.
-Capitol Hill Update from Together for the Good.
On this episode we cover several topics while playing a wide mix of music for people of all ages.
We will preview the Super Bowl match up, talk about the line and the over/under. We also talk (and strange) news while giving a shout out to some of the listeners of the show from Hong Kong University.
Finally for the green tip of the week we highlight DMF lighting and how they were given a product award by CEDIA (a professional organization for the audio/visual and integration community).
-Changes to the Green Industry that will come with the new leadership.
-The European perspective on America following the capital riots and the innaguaration.
-Together for the Good partners with University State Michigan.
On the final show of the year I play some great music, some average music, some crap music and give thanks to many great people.
Things will get better...keep your head up!
This week we discuss N95 masks that are "Made in the USA" with John and Dave. I also interview 4 college students to get a feel for what college life is like in the COVID-19 Era. And, Together For The Good (Tawnya and Craig) have an announcement about their new podcast launching in January).
On this episode of the Green Veteran I am honored to be joined by Darren Gruner and Russell Owens (AKA - "Hecubus"). We have a great conversation about Turf's Up Radio, COVID, the future....don't miss it!
This week I am joined by Darin Lowder (Partner at Foley & Lardner LLP). Darin is an expert in the field and helps his clients navigate the process of financing renewable energy projects both large and small. He provides us with an overview of the process and highlights a few areas of particular interest. Learn more at www.foley.com or contact him via email at dlowder@foley.com.
Tawnya and Craig from Together for the Good turn the tables on me and ask me about my transition from military to civilian life.
This episode covers a variety of topics and incorporates great music that honor our Veterans!
Damien Holmes - better known as "Green Eye The Solar Guy" drops by to educate us on residential solar. He tells us what it is, how it works...and destroys false rumors that people have hear over the years.
The Green Veteran teaches the history of Armistice Day which was later re-named to Veteran's Day.
Today we discuss some "wicked smart" home integration technologies from a New England legend.
We also examine how the holiday season can add to the stress levels and many of the pre-existing issues that many of our veterans deal with throughout the year (PTS, PTSD, TBI, etc.). Together for the Good is there to help, hear them provide tips and get to know them so you will feel comfortable reaching out for help. www.togetherforthegood.org
For those who struggle to shut your mind off and get the quality sleep needed to sustain and promote good mental health and high performance, here's your playlist.
Some may love these song, others may hate them? But this playlist will put you "lights out".
This episode is full of great music and includes a discussion with our friends at Together For The Good (www.togetherforthegood.org). The upcoming holiday season can cause problems for veteran, first responders and their families. It's a topic we will discuss often during the next three months to help take suicide and depression out of the equation and save lives.
This week we are joined by Joe Tiffany of Sterling (www.sterlingsolutions.com). Joe shares a wealth of knowledge about site access solutions, the strategies and products that can be employed to protect the environment, improve job site safety and maximize profits.
Honoring the music and talent Eddie Van Halen, one of the greatest guitarists of all time...you will love this playlist!
R.I.P. EVH
This week we are joined by Santos Lopez of Orange County Chopper's and Together for the Good.
This event broadcast nationwide from Nashville is one of a kind and help us remember and honor the heroes and victims of the 9/11 attacks.
Great episode and a great business success story from Todd of ALG Health. ALG is manufacturing high quality PPE equipment right here in the USA helping to protect our health care workers and first responders while generating jobs here at home.
Remembering 9/11 and discussion about the 9/11 State of Mind 24 hour event broadcasting from Nashville.
This week we learn about UV lighting and how they can be utilized to kill COVID-19. Tucker Hewitt (Director of Strategic Accounts at SARIN Energy Solutions). www.sarinenergy.com and Cody Metcalf (President/Principal of REVELume). www.revelumefl.com, walk us through this technology.
David Weiner (President of the Board of Directors at Together For The Good). www.togetherforthegood.org and Craig Wojcik (Chief Operating Officer at Together For The Good) talk some of the scams that target our veterans, first responders and their families.
This week we speak with Anthony Dixson, a long time Los Angeles Fireman, Iraq War Veteran, Advisor at Together for the Good and nephew of a Civil Rights legend, Congressman John Lewis who recently passed away.
Anthony Dixson shares his memories of the Congressman and talks about the honors that were extended to him this week when he was laid to rest.
On this episode we speak with Logan Stanton. Logan has an impressive resume, he is an entrepreneur, diplomat, former Military Officer who served with the 101st Airborne, 1st Infantry Division and the 75th Ranger Regiment where he deployed several times to combat.
And, as always...we are also joined by our friends at Together for the Good.
This week we are joined by John Poerstel, a former Army Officer that now works as a consultant for various companies. John is passionate about doing business ethically and supporting product that bring value and improve lives. We talk about "Made in the USA" companies and where things are headed in the future.
Tawnya Bouma & Craig Wojcik (Together For The Good) also join for another important message for veterans, first responders and their families.
This week I am honored to be joined by Morgan Luttrell. Morgan is a highly decorated, retired Navy Seal who is now dedicating his efforts to care for servicemember's and the environment. Morgan talks about his military service, Trexxler Energy Solutions, Stronos Industries and his hit podcast "Team Never Quit".
Shayne DeMille (Owner - A1 Services, Inc.) also stops by to tell us about heating and air conditioning, how to maximize savings and important things to consider.
We end the show with Tawnya Bouma & Craig Wojcik (Together For The Good), we continue our discussions about their non-profit and their efforts to assist their families.
On this episode we speak with Bob Finkenaur of Form-A-Tread. This is a revolutionary product that can be used in a variety of applications! If you live in an area that is prone to hurricanes...you, in particular, are going to want to listen. Bring on any CAT-5 storm if you use Form-A-Tread.
We also speak with some Timber Creek High School 2020 Graduates. They talk about how COVID-19 has impacted their final year of high school and we also discuss what they plan to do moving forward.
Tawnya Bouma / Craig Wojcik - Together For The Good drop in for their weekly update.
Special Episode of the Green Veteran in honor of the 4th of July. It's music only, a playlist you can play in the backyard while you BBQ and enjoy family and friends.
If you are separated from a loved one on this holiday, keep your head up!
Great episode where we speak with Jim Morrison of Intelligent Lighting Group. Jim talks about new technologies in the lighting world that can "adjust the color temperature" based on the time of day or the desired application (residential, office, health care, education, etc.).
We also speak with Victoria (Tori) Hagert of Teach For America, a great program that helps ensure underfunded schools get additional assistance that are designed to improve the overall quality of education for the students.
Tawnya Bouma from Together For The Good shares some important things to consider that are affecting our veterans, first responders and their families.
This episode is packed with great information from various guests and companies. This week's guests include:
John Poerstel from MHT Lighting & Divine Horsemanship.
Eric Fournier of Avi-On Labs.
Andy Wakefield of DMF Lighting.
Tawnya Bouma of Together For The Good (Non-Profit) also joins us to talk about current issues relevant to veterans and their families.
Episode Guests:
-John Poerstel - MHT Lighting & Divine Horsemanship.
-Jim Morrison - Intelligent Lighting Group.
-Rob Jones - RDB Energy Solutions.
-Tawnya Bouma | Together For The Good.
Episode Guests:
-Chuck Ardezzone – Galexa USA.
-Dave Waldmann – Cyprus Partners.
-Tawnya Bouma – Together For The Good