SEASON 1
EP #35: FINANCIAL WELLNESS WITH NAVY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION’S JASPREET CHAWLA
Navy Federal Credit Union’s Sr. Vice of Savings Products, Jaspreet Chawla, offers some great advice for the holidays in this Your Next Mission® podcast Season #1 finale. Listen as she and SMA Tilley discuss how to achieve Financial Wellness through proper budgeting and savings mixed in with some great tips on holiday gift giving.
EP #34: CHAPLAIN OF THE UNITED STATES SENATE, DR. BARRY C. BLACK
Rear Admiral Dr. Barry C. Black, U.S. Navy, Retired, takes us behind the scenes of the United States Senate and shares the dedication of his life’s work providing spiritual guidance to those in need. He talks about the four pillars of his responsibilities as the Senate Chaplain to Provide, Facilitate, Care for All and Advise.
EP #33: CHALLENGES OF A NEW MILITARY SPOUSE WITH KASEY AND NATHAN PETROWSKI
Kasey and Nathan Petrowski take us through an informative, fun and important discussion about the challenges a new military spouse faces and provide some great resources and unique perspectives in dealing with these challenges through imagination and goal setting.
EP #32: U.S. ARMY FORCES COMMAND (FORSCOM) WITH GEN MICHAEL GARRETT AND CSM TODD SIMS
GEN Garrett and CSM Sims take us behind the scenes of the largest U.S. Army Command consisting of more than 750,000 active duty Army, Reserve and National Guard soldiers and how they are preparing and keeping our solders ready for whatever challenges they may face.
EP #31: A HARD LOOK AT WAR WITH VETERANS FATIMA AND JASON
Please listen as Veterans Fatima and Jason describe their moving and riveting firsthand experience in helping Afghan Allies, Veterans and First Responders deal with the pain and agony of war through organizations like Shona Ba Shona (Shoulder To Shoulder) and Spartan Sword.
EP #30: DIRECTOR OF ARMY RETIREMENT SERVICES, MARK E. OVERBERG
Mark Overberg, Director of Army Retirement Services, takes a deep dive into all the services and resources available to soldiers and families who are getting ready to retire. This must listen discussion provides a wide array of important information critical to anyone who want to make that process a little easier to navigate.
EP #29: OPERATION DEPLOY YOUR DRESS WITH YVONNE COOMBES
Yvonne Coombes, CEO and Co-Founder of Operation Deploy Your Dress and Army Spouse of the Year, brightens up our world with a lively discussion about how military spouses are helping other military spouses by providing formal dresses for important military events and at the same time bridging the military and civilian communities by offering a tangible way to support our troops . . . impacting military families everywhere.
EP #28: 1ST INFANTRY DIVISION WITH MG DOUGLAS SIMS AND CSM RAYMOND HARRIS
MG Douglas Sims, Commanding General, and CSM Raymond Harris, Command Sergeant Major, of the 1st Infantry Division, at Fort Riley take us through “The Big Red One’s” numerous deployments in all corners of the world protecting our country’s interest talking about the proud legacy of the oldest continuous serving division in the Army.
EP #27: TRANSITION WITH SENIOR MILITARY FELLOW, SGM KRISTOPHER RICK
SGM Kristopher Rick, Senior Military Fellow of the Sergeant Major of the Army Fellowship Program, takes us through all the various programs and services the Department of Labor is doing to provide employment support for in-service and transitioning military and military spouses. Please visit https://www.dol.gov/agencies/vets/veterans to learn more.
EP #26: MILITARY SPOUSE, TRANSITION EXPERT AND AUTHOR, VERA STEINER BLORE
Military Spouse, Executive Career Consultant and Author of “Success in Your New Mission: A Guide for Senior Military Leaders in Transition,” Ms Vera Steiner Blore, takes a deep dive into military transition, discussing the impact it has, discovering who we are when we take the uniform off, finding a new sense of purpose and a place to belong.
EP 25: SERVICE AND SACRIFICE OF THE MILITARY FAMILY WITH BLUE STAR FAMILIES’ KATHY ROTH-DOUQUET
Blue Star Families CEO & President, Kathy Roth-Douquet tells stories of challenges and struggles the military face in their communities dealing with isolation and just fitting in and how Blue Star Families’ programs are providing touch points that enables them to connect.
EP 24: IDENTIFYING VETERAN RESOURCES WITH OPERATION STAND DOWN TENNESSEE
Eden Murrie, E.J. Hirsch and Kyle Steffen from Operation Stand Down Tennessee emphasize the importance of finding the right resources and having a plan when Veterans and their families are getting ready to transition out of the military. OSDTN provides great and valuable insight by Engaging . . . Equipping . . . Empowering them where they are in their lives.
EP 23: WWE HALL OF FAME AND WORLD CHAMPION WRESTLER, JOHN BRADSHAW LAYFIELD
WWE Hall of Fame and world champion wrestler, John Bradshaw Layfield (JBL) joins SMA Tilley for a fun and inspiring conversation about how he got into wresting and the impact of 9/11 that lead him to devote his life to helping Veterans and their families. You’ll also hear about his trips to Afghanistan and Iraq and WWE’s annual “Tribute To The Troops” event that inspired and touch so many of our military around the world.
EP 22c: 9/11 COMMEMORATIVE EPISODE #3 WITH COUNTRY MUSIC ARTIST, DARRYL WORLEY
Country Music Artist, Darryl Worley, describes the lasting impact 9/11 had on his life which led him to write and perform the massive hit record, “Have You Forgotten?” – the great song about 9/11. He further shares his stories of the many trips he took overseas performing for the troops forever solidifying his undying love for the military.
EP 22b: 9/11 COMMEMORATIVE EPISODE #2 WITH MS TERI MAUDE
Today’s episode features Ms Teri Maude whose spouse, LTG Timothy Maude, was killed on 9/11. Please listen as Teri describes in detail the events of that day that so dramatically and drastically changed her and her family’s lives forever.
EP 22a: 9/11 COMMEMORATIVE EPISODE #1 WITH STEPHEN LOFGREN OF THE U.S. ARMY CENTER OF MILITARY HISTORY
Stephen Lofgren, historian with the U.S. Army Center of Military History, discusses in detail the first account of 9/11 that he wrote which describes how so many were suddenly thrust into a nightmare in which they had to struggle together just to survive.
EP 22: MILITARY WOMEN’S MEMORIAL WITH MS PHYLLIS J. WILSON
Ms Phyllis Wilson, President of the Military Women’s Memorial, discusses the impact women have had on our military throughout the history of our country and how their contributions and commitments are so honored in the nation’s only historical repository documenting all military women’s service.
EP 21: III CORPS WITH LTG PAT WHITE AND CSM CLIFF BURGOYNE
These two great soldiers pull back the curtain to give us a behind the scenes look at the inner workings of the Army’s premier installation for training and deployment of heavy forces at Fort Hood.
EP 20: MEDAL OF HONOR RECIPIENT MSG (R) LEROY PETRY
MSG (R) Leroy Petry takes us on his spellbinding journey through the mission to capture a Taliban target in Paktia Province of Afghanistan that led to him be awarded the Medal of Honor. You won’t want to miss this harrowing story of bravery and courage of America’s armed forces.
EP 19: VETERANS TREATMENT COURT WITH DJ REYES
COL (R) DJ Reyes takes us through the Veteran Treatment Court program which emphasizes wellness of our Veterans through rehabilitation not punishment. Getting them re-integrated back not only with their community but with their loved ones and families. “This is not a hand out,” he states. “This is a hand up!”
EP 18: 4th INFANTRY DIVISION AT FORT CARSON WITH MG MATTHEW MCFARLANE AND CSM ADAM NASH
MG Matthew McFarlane and CSM Adam Nash take us on a never before behind the scenes look at the 4th Infantry Division at Fort Carson, Colorado exploring its proud heritage as “The Best Hometown in the Army, it’s World Class Athletes program and how they focus on “People First”.
EP 17: NCO LEADERSHIP CENTER OF EXCELLENCE (NCOLCoE) WITH CSM JASON SCHMIDT
Leadership Development and Professional Military Education (PME) are at the core of everything the Army does which is why are soldiers and NCO corps are the best in the world.
EP 16: MUSIC THERAPY AS A SOURCE OF STRENGTH WITH VOICES OF SERVICE
Popular vocal group, Voices of Service, deliver a powerful podcast about their mission of using music as a form of connecting therapy and resilience for our service members and families.
EP 15: OPERATION PHANTOM SUPPORT WITH JOHN VALENTINE
Far too many of our Veterans struggle to maintain their quality of life after service. John Valentine, CEO of Operation Phantom Support, demonstrates the real meaning of “Veterans Helping Veterans” as he not only identifies the needs of our Veterans and their families but how OPS meets those needs every single day.
EP 14: THE US ARMY’S MANEUVER CENTER OF EXCELLENCE (MCOE) WITH MG PATRICK DONAHOE AND CSM DERRICK GARNER
Commanding General MG Patrick Donahoe and Command Sergeant Major CSM Derrick Garner from the Maneuver Center of Excellence at Ft. Benning provide an inside look at their “People First” strategy, understanding the human dimension and leadership in an informative and entertaining discussion about all the great things they are doing at MCOE.
EP 13: TAKING CARE OF OUR VETERANS AT VETERANS UNITED HOME LOANS WITH MS PAM SWAN
Pam Swan, Vice President, Military Relations and Business Development at Veterans United Home Loans, discusses mortgage education, building relationships, Lighthouse, the great work of Veterans United Foundation while dispelling the myths of getting a VA home loan. VUHL exemplifies how important it is to take care of our Veterans.
EP 12: VETERAN EMPLOYMENT WITH SUZANNE JONES AND WILL McDONOUGH FROM GENERAL DYNAMICS OTS
EP 11: MILITARY FAMILY READINESS WITH MS PATTY BARRON
EP 10: RECRUITING AMERICA’S ARMY WITH MG KEVIN VEREEN AND CSM JOHN FOLEY
EP 9: LEADERSHIP WITH PINNACLE FIVE
EP 8: FINANCIAL EDUCATION AND FINANCIAL WELLNESS WITH NAVY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION’S BRIAN PARKER AND BRANDI GOMEZ
EP 7: CHERYL RAWLS, ASSISTANT DEPUTY UNDERSECRETARY, VETERANS BENEFIT ADMINISTRATION
EP 6: SMA KENNETH PRESTON and SMA DANIEL DAILEY DISCUSS TRANSITION, EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
EP 5: DR. ALEX GIBERSON – DAVID TURNBULL – PURDUE UNIVERSITY GLOBAL
EP 4: STILL SERVING VETERANS | PAULETTE RISHER, CEO & JIM KING, DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS
EP 3: COHEN VETERANS NETWORK | KAREN BLANCHETTE, BELINDA SHARP, RAFAEL RIVERA
EP 2: GENERAL (R) CARTER HAM, PRESIDENT and CEO, AUSA
EP 1: SOLDIER FOR LIFE
EP 0: Meet the Founders
SEASON 2
EP 31: Cohen Veterans Network
We’ve dedicated Season #2 of Your Next Mission® podcast to mental health as a way of bringing awareness, reduce the stigma and share much needed to resources. In our season finale, SMA Tilley sits down with two dedicated professionals from the Cohen Veterans Network, MaryBeth Goodman and BG (R) Michael Fleming, for an in-depth conversation about the mental health challenges our Veterans and their families face.
EP 30: Craig Morgan, Country Music Artist, Author and Army Veteran
Country Music sensation and Army Veteran Craig Morgan joins SMA (R) Tilley for a Your Next Mission Podcast® exclusive. In this episode, Craig details his life while serving in the Army and his life as a country music star outlined in his new book, “God, Family, Country”.
EP 29: Holly Shaffner Honor Flight San Diego
On this very special live in studio episode, Holly Shaffner, Director of Public Relations, Honor Flight San Diego, joins SMA (R) Tilley for a moving and heartfelt conversation about how her team, who are all volunteers, offer an experience for Veterans that the provides honor, gratitude, and community of support they deserve. In addition, she explains the national network comprised of independent Hubs working together in furtherance of the Honor Flight mission.
EP 28: Shon Barnwell, President Shon Barnwell Events, LLC
CMSgt (R) Shon Barnwell, Author, Veteran and business owner joins SMA (R) Tilley for a conversation centered around Leadership. Shon who authored a book called “Leadership Is About Behavior, Not Titles” shares with us some powerful and insightful views from her book that are applicable to many. Her expressive and passionate thoughts provide incredible teaching points throughout this exclusive podcast.
EP 27: Mike Thirtle, CEO Gary Sinise Foundation
It’s an absolute pleasure to release this episode featuring Mike Thirtle, CEO Gary Sinise Foundation. In this episode, Mike provides the focus for the foundation and the importance of creating and supporting unique programs designed to entertain, educate, inspire, strengthen, and build communities for the nation’s defenders.
EP 26: Matt Vean, Navy Federal Credit Union
On this episode, Matt Vean, Assistant Manager for Commercial Business Lending at Navy Federal Credit Union (NFCU), joins SMA Tilley on Your Next Mission Podcast. Matt, who is also a current Military Spouse, provides some amazing insight, tips and strategies offered by NFCU in support of the Military Spouse and many ways NFCU is leaning forward to assist our military community.
EP 25: Michael Quinn, CEO HireMilitay & Tenova LLC
Michael Quinn, 2X LinkedIn Top Voice, CEO at HireMilitary and Tenova LLC, and military transition expert, joins the Your Next Mission® podcast for a powerful episode. He shares his story and the different ways to apply tactics to expressing yourself on LinkedIn, growing an audience, mentorship, and building your network. A must see for any transitioning Servicemember, Veteran and family member.
EP 24: U.S. Army Cadet Command (USACC)
In this final episode celebrating our Army’s 247th Birthday, MG Johnny K. Davis and CSM Jerimiah E. Gan from the U.S. Army Cadet Command (USACC) sit down to discuss their mission of recruiting, educating, developing, and inspiring Senior ROTC Cadets in order to commission officers of character for the U.S. Army. This exciting episode captures why many call (USACC) the best leadership producing organization in the world.
EP 23: U.S. Army Reserve Command (USARC)
In continuation of our month-long celebration of the Army’s 247th Birthday, Chief of the Army Reserve LTG Jody J. Daniels and CSM Andrew Lombardo, Command Team from the U.S. Army Reserve Command, join us to discuss the nearly 190,000 Army Reserve Soldiers and 11,000 Civilians that are present in all 50 States, five U.S. territories, and deployed to 23 countries around the world. They provide an unbelievable overview on their mission and why the Reserve Soldier is twice the citizen!
EP 22: Your Next Mission® LIVE Celebrating the 247th Birthday of the U.S. Army
The 40th Chief of Staff of the Army, GEN James C. McConville and the Executive Officer to the 16th Sergeant Major of the Army, SGM Charles W. Albertson, join the Your Next Mission® video podcast streaming LIVE with host 12th SMA (R) Jack L. Tilley in celebration of the U.S. Army’s 247th Birthday.
Episode 21: U.S. Army Training & Doctrine Command (TRADOC)
GEN Paul E. Funk II & CSM Daniel T. Hendrex of the U.S. Army Training & Doctrine Command (TRADOC) kicks off our month-long celebration of the Army’s 247th Birthday. The Command Team sits down to discuss the current initiatives, priorities and how TRADOC is supporting the Army. This captivating discussion offers insight to the Army’s premier organization responsible for training, development, and accessions.
Episode 20: National Memorial Day Observance
Today in honor of Memorial Day, Phil Kendro, Vice President of Mt. Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial, sits down with me to discuss a time-honored tradition of honoring and remembering our fallen. Our conversation captures the essence of how we remember our men & women who fell so our nation may stand.
Episode 19: National Veterans Memorial & Museum
LTG (R) Michael Ferriter, President and CEO of the National Veterans Memorial & Museum, joins SMA Tilley for the first of two episodes in honor and commemoration of Memorial Day. LTG (R) Ferriter enlightens us on the amazing work that is being done to capture the spirit and the memory of Veterans at this amazing Memorial & Museum. In addition, he highlights a special program called “Inspiring Stories of Service” and how Veterans can participate.
EP 18: Best Medicine Brigade with Robin “Phoenix” Johnson
Laughter is the Best Medicine! Join LTC (R) Robin “Phoenix” Johnson, comedian and motivational speaker, as she sits down with SMA Tilley for a show full of laughs. During this enjoyable episode, Robin talks about her 26 years in the Army, including five tours to Afghanistan and Iraq and how her “Best Medicine Brigade” uses humor as a form of therapy.
EP 17: Veterans Benefits with VA’s Kimberly Wendel
Kimberly Wendel who is a Military Service Coordinator for the Department of Veteran Affairs, joins SMA Tilley for this powerful discussion about Veterans Benefits. Kimberly brings her experience and knowledge to share during this resource filled conversation about Veterans Benefits and the process to file.
Ep 16: Your Next Mission® LIVE from U.S. Army Fort Benning and the Maneuver Center of Excellence
Celebrating Armor Week and the 2022 Sullivan Cup, Your Next Mission® podcast with host 12th SMA (R) Jack L. Tilley streams LIVE from U.S. Army Fort Benning and the Maneuver Center of Excellence. SMA Tilley will speak with some very special guest about the history of Fort Benning and the Armor Center.
Episode 15: Purdue University Global
Academic Relations Manager, SGM (R) Tom Gills at Purdue University Global, discusses how their team is providing an education for the entire military family. Listen in as SGM Gill explains the ways that Veterans, Servicemembers, and their families can take advantage of a programs that are regionally accredited and operating on camps, bases, and installations across the globe. This is an episode for anyone seeking to further their education with a school that is globally recognized.
EP 14: REACT DC with Amy Marden
In this episode, SMA Tilley hosts Amy Marden, Founder & CEO of REACT DC, a resettlement action non profit that is receiving, helping and preparing Afghan refugees to stand on their own. Amy delivers a heartfelt overview of what she and her team are doing to help the Afghan refugees who supported our nation for 20 years during Operation Enduring Freedom.
EP 13: Your Next Mission® LIVE Celebrating the Month of the Military Child
In recognition for the “Month of The Military Child”, Your Next Mission® podcast with host 12th SMA (R) Jack L. Tilley is LIVE from the flight deck of the USS Midway in San Diego. Celebrating and highlighting the life, sacrifices and experiences of our Military Children, SMA Tilley hosts some very special guests who together bring awareness and honor to our precious children.
EP 12: Armed Forces YMCA
In celebration of the Month of the Military Child, Tim Ney, Executive Director of the Armed Services YMCA San Diego, joins SMA Tilley to discuss and share the rich history and support the YMCA provides to our military families. He highlights the numerous programs, which includes resiliency training, that helps families deal with struggles associated with military life.
EP 11: Mental Health Systems (MHS)
As Season #2 is underway, the topic of Metal Health remains the focus. In this episode, Dr. Wendy Broughton and Dr. Laura Otis-Miles of Mental Health Systems (MHS), join SMA (R) Tilley in a great discussion. Metal Health Systems (MHS) of the greater San Diego area, has been around for 40+ years providing world class treatment to thousands of people. Topics such as PTSD, barriers to treatment, and special programs such as “Courage to Call” are addressed in this very impactful episode.
EP 10: United States Army Recruiting Command USAREC
In the special episode, join MG Kevin Vereen and CSM John Foley as they discuss the U.S. Army’s national recruiting campaign “March to Service 2022”. The team explains the operation and the methods of maintaining an all-volunteer force by bringing all hands-on deck to engage community partners, influencers, Veterans and other Soldiers while reconnecting and gaining support from the American people. March to Service campaign runs through March 21-31.
EP 9: Tips to Transition with BG (R) Pete Palmer
In this episode, BG (R) Pete Palmer has a very specific and engaging discussion that touches on numerous topics in reference to transitioning Veterans. This “must see episode” provides advice that will benefit any Veteran transitioning or who has already transitioned. Planning, education, timelines, and impact on families are just a few topics that are addressed.
EP 8: U.S. Army National Training Center (NTC), Fort Irwin, California
Join BG Curtis Taylor and CSM William Justice (CMD Team) as they share the mission and the integral role of the National Training Center (NTC) in support of the U.S. Army. The team explains NTC‘s primary mission of training units to win the “first” battle in the next war. A great episode for any Servicemember, Veteran or family member wanting to understand the current mission of NTC.
EP 7: Former U.S. Navy Seal, Lt. Cmdr. (R) Ed Hiner
Motivated, Inspired and Determined are just a few words that described special guest, Lt. Cmdr. (R) Ed Hiner, in this power packed episode. Ed sits down to discuss his career as a Navy Seal, programs and initiatives he is doing now to shape today’s youth, and how he is helping corporations foster motivation within all levels the organization.
EP 6: The Association of the United States Army (AUSA)
Join GEN (R) Robert Brown & SMA (R) Daniel Dailey as they discuss initiatives, programs, the future and how AUSA remains connected, through over 122 chapters worldwide, to our Soldiers, their families, Army civilians, while honoring those Veterans who have served.
EP 5: Your Next Mission® LIVE Celebrating Black History Month
In honor of Black History Month 2022, Your Next Mission® podcast with host 12th SMA (R) Jack L. Tilley streams LIVE from San Diego celebrating and highlighting significant achievements made by African American Veterans. SMA Tilley discusses these contributions of African Americans with some very special guests.
EP 4: BUSINESSMAN, AUTHOR AND PASSIONATE VETERANS ADVOCATE, DR. PAUL LAWRENCE
Former Under Secretary for Benefits at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Dr. Paul Lawrence, joins SMA Tilley for this powerful discussion about Veterans benefits. Dr. Lawrence brings his experience and passion to share during this resource filled conversation.
EP 3: Special guests Co-Founder/Executive Director, Rick Kell & Senior Enlisted Advisor CSM (R) Thomas Capel of Feherty’s Troops First Foundation
Special guests Co-Founder/Executive Director, Rick Kell & Senior Enlisted Advisor CSM (R) Thomas Capel of Feherty’s Troops First Foundation, join the 12th SMA (R) Jack L. Tilley for an incredible podcast. Our guests discuss many great initiatives such as Operation Warrior Call and Operation Proper Exit. In addition, they highlight a national 24/7 peer support network (Vets4Warriors) for Veteran and military communities that are 100% staffed by trained Veterans and members of the military community, their families, or caregivers.
EP 2: Your Next Mission® LIVE from U.S. Army Fort Campbell
Coming live from the home of the U.S. Army 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) at Fort Campbell. Join the 12th SMA (R) Jack L. Tilley and special guests for inspiring conversation about the home of the Air Assault School, Veterans and their families, history of the division, and much more. SMA Tilley ends the LIVE show with the command team, Major General JP McGee, and Command Sergeant Major Veronica Knapp.
EP 1: SPEAKER, AUTHOR, & PANELIST, COL (R) DWAYNE WAGNER
Author, Speaker, & Panelist, COL (R) Dwayne Wagner sits down and kicks off Season #2 with SMA Tilley to discuss and remember the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. COL (R) Wagner provides some amazing insight and dialogue for the Your Next Mission® Season #2 Podcast must watch premiere.
