It's About The Warrior Foundation: Recent Episodes
Chad Tyson
IATW Foundation's mission is to assist and empower ALL post 9/11 veterans and their families from the Tri-State Area. This podcast, hosted by veterans Chad Tyson from WDVE and IATW founder Steve Monteleone, will help support that mission by talking about a wide range of issues important to veterans.
The podcast is back for Season 3! IATW founder Steve Monteleone joins me to talk more about that and officially get it started here on this 2024 edition of Veterans Day!
Josh and Courtney Schreckengost stop by the studio for this bonus episode to talk about the 2024 Heroes Cup hockey tournament that's happening this weekend, June 7-9, at Robert Morris University Island Sports Center. Stop by for some great hockey action to benefit IATW, Mario Lemieux Foundation, and Troopers Helping Troopers of PA.
This episode was recorded live to tape at Rusted Oak Ranch Outfitters on a Saturday night after an incredible day of turkey hunting. Lots of guests including IATW Founder Steve Monteleone, Army veterans Bryan Polk and Steve Festa, Jason Coder from Rusted Oak Ranch Outfitters, and IATW volunteer/hunting guide Shaun Smith. We also put together a video version for this one, which you can watch here:
IATW Founder Steve Monteleone joins us on this episode to help wrap up Season 2! We talk about the Cabin Fever benefit concert that's coming up this weekend on Sunday at Jergels and run through the list of other events happening with the foundation this year, plus much more!
Jason Wylie and Doc Buzz Bryan join us on this episode to talk about burn pits, the PACT Act, and VA claims. If you're having issues with a claim you've filed, this is a must listen to episode. Don't give up!
Patrick Jardini from IATW and the Sweetwater Cottage Band joins us on this episode to talk about this year’s Cabin Fever Concert that’s happening at Jergel’s on March 3rd to benefit Army Veteran/Hampton Police Officer Robert Kirsopp and his family as he battles cancer. Tickets available at jergels.com and more info at IATW.us.
We also talk about the healing power of music, Vet Tix (which is something every veteran should look into), and much more!
Dr. Thomas Burnett from Regeneration Pittsburgh in Wexford, PA joins us on this episode to talk about pain management using regenerative medicine, including stem cell therapy and other methods instead of invasive, dangerous and costly surgeries. He also shares some great tips about four specific areas in your life (diet, exercise, sleep, and stress) that YOU can start working on TODAY to help start the healing process.
Psychotherapist Cassy Sanderson from Sanderson Psychological joins us on this episode to talk about mental health. Lots of great, useful info here, plus we talked in depth about taking that first step to getting help if you think you need it, or know someone does.
US Army Ranger veteran Jeff Earley from Coldwell Banker joins me on this episode to talk about VA Home Loans. We talk about the process of getting one, debunk some myths, and much more. If you're a veteran looking to buy a home (or know someone that is), this is a MUST LISTEN episode!
Need to file a claim for veteran's benefits? The best place to start is with a VSO, and it's FREE! Shawnee Young, Director of the Butler County Veterans Services Office, joins us on this episode to talk in depth about the great work they do being advocates for veterans and helping file claims so they can get the benefits they deserve.
We had some guests scheduled this for month that ended up having to popstone until after the first of the year, so IATW Founder Steve Monteleone joins us on this episode to rundown what we have planned after the holiday break, and we also talk about some big events the foundation has planned. The next episode goes live the first Friday of 2024!
Dr. Charles Simkovich from The Concussion Institute in Wexford, PA joins us on this episode to talk about all things related to concussions. We chat about the signs and symptoms, myths, the diagnosis process, and treatment including a revolutionary technique they use at the institute to help patients in their recovery.
Doc Buzz Bryan joins me on this episode to talk in depth about VA health care and benefits. We cover a lot of topics, like how to get enrolled, how to submit a claim, and much more. Doc is a veteran that used to work for the VA in Pittsburgh and now is with the VA in West Palm Beach. He knows his stuff, so if you're a veteran that's not enrolled, or you're having issues with a claim youve filed, this is a MUST LISTEN.
We are officially back for Season 2! IATW Founder Steve Monteleone joins me on this Veterans Day Weekend episode to recap the summer, talk about upcoming events still on the calendar for this year, and much more. We also give you the rundown of what to expect for the new season of the podcast! New episodes every Friday!
We wrap up Season 1 live to tape at Shooters in Wexford with lots of guests and topics in this special 80 minute episode.
IATW Founder Steve Monteleone joins us on this week's epsiode to talk about the recent hunting trip to Wyoming, upcoming events, the latest foundation news, our plans for Season 2 of the podcast, and much more!
USAF Master Sergeant and Silver Star recipient Michael Sears, who is the Command Chief of the 177th Fighter Wing, joins us on this episode. Sears talks about his career in the military, which in addition to the Air Force, has also included an active duty enlistment in the Marine Corps. He also shares the story about his heroic actions during the events of Sept. 29, 2012 when his unit was ambushed in Afghanistan.
USMC veteran Dan Lepro joins us on this episode to talk about how he's helping to get the word out about the foundation through racing, his time in the Marines, and much more!
USAF SSG Michael Martin joins us this week to talk about his time in the Air National Guard, his recent deployment to Qatar, and much more.
USAF veteran Fred Settle joins us on this episode to talk about his time in the Air Force, the deployments he was on, the foundation, and much more!
US Army veteran Brian Shumaker joins us on this episdoe to talk about his time in the military and upcoming IATW events, including the Suicide Prevention Class that is happening on April 19th.
Amanda Palka and Courtney Schreckengost join us on this episode. Their husbands are USMC veterans that have both been previous guests on the podcast. To wrap up Women's History Month we about life as the spouse of a combat vet, the work they are doing with the foundation, and much more!
USMC veteran and IATW Board Member Bob Cerra joins us this week to talk about rejoining the Marines after 9/11, his deployment to Iraq, dealing with PTSD, the upcoming Suicide Prevention Class that's coming up in April, and much more.
US Army Infantry veteran Keith Watson joins us on this episode of the podcast to talk about his time in the military, including his tours of duty in South Korea and Iraq, how the foundation has helped him, and much more.
Retired US Navy veteran Patrick Covert joins us on this epsidoe to talk about his time in the military, the work he's doing with the foundation, and much more!
USAF Veteran Dr. Thomas Burnette from Regeneration Pittsburgh joins us this week to talk about pain management therapy, the keys to living a healthy lifestyle, the great work he is doing with the foundation and his time in the military. IATW Founder Steve Monteleone also joins us on this episode to give us an update on everything happening this year!
USMC veteran Brandon Rumbaugh joins us this week to share his story about losing both of his legs from an IED in Afghanistan. He also talked about his recovery, how he got involved with IATW, his path to becoming a motivational speaker, and much more.
USMC Veteran Scott Palka and his wife Amanda join us on this episode to talk about his time in the Marines, staying in touch with people you served with after getting out of the military, and the IATW Cabin Fever Concert that is coming up in April at Jergel's. Also included in this week's topics, tips for parents whose children want to join.
USMC veteran Chip Myrah joins us this week to talk about his time in Iraq, how standards are changing in the military and the importance of attention to detail, the IATW hockey team, and more!
USAF Veteran Tristan Wenzig joins us to talk about changing career fields in the military, some of the deployments he was on during his time in the service which included Spain, the IATW hockey team, and much more.
Marine Corps veteran Josh Costello joins us to talk about the importance of the comradery within IATW, his time in Iraq and Afghanistan, and much more.
Justin Decroo joins us to talk about his time in Afghanistan with the USAF, the IATW Hockey Team, GI Bill, and more. We also take a look at some of the events IATW has planned for 2023 and beyond!
US Army Veteran Jason Wylie joins us on this episode to talk about his tours of duty in Iraq and Afghanistan as a combat medic, the Burn Pit Registry, PTSD, and much more.
Army Veterans Randy and Jackie Kluj join us on this episode to talk about their time in the military as helicopter pilots and their new non-profit venture in the Pittsburgh area, a new branch of Creek and Timber Legacy.
IATW Founder Steve Monteleone joins us to share some stories and talk about this weekend's Army-Navy game. We also chat about plans for 2023, and he has a big update on the foundation's Outdoor Program.
Kayla O'Neill (USAF) and her husband Luke (US Army) join us to talk about PTSD, getting female veterans involved in the foundation, and more.
US Navy veteran Jason Lamaide joins us to talk about the IATW Outdoor Committee, taking control of your health, getting female veterans involved, and how the foundation has helped him.
USMC veteran Josh Schreckengost joins us to talk about how IAWT has helped him over the years, the process of getting a service dog through Rescue 22, the best way to file for VA disability benefits, and much more.
IATW Founder and Air Force Veteran Steve Monteleone joins us to talk about starting the foundation in 2012, how it's grown over the years, the great work they are doing to help post 9/11 veterans in the Tri-State area, and our plans for the podcast.
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