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Our recent guest, Dan Dexter, is all about continuing to serve.  A United States Army Veteran, now with a full beard, serves as a financial advisor for Northwestern Mutual.  Take a listen for yourself to hear his advice and story of how he got to where he is today.You can reach Dan via phone or email at:Phone: (217)855-3816Email: daniel.dexter@nm.com

Welcome to Season 2 of The Weekly J.Have you ever wondered where the name TEAM BOOM or BOOM came from?  Or wanted to hear someone's origin story?  Today that is exactly what we wanted to share with you.  Our very own Jason C. Scott shares his origin story and how the name BOOM came to be.  We also discuss what he's doing now in the Veteran space and how our team Dynamic has developed under our fearless and ferocious leader.

We just wanted to say thank you to all of the guests we have on the show for the year 2020!  Thank you for joining in on our shenanigans and sharing what you are doing for the Veteran Community.  We can't wait for the new year and new season.  Just a friendly reminder that if you know someone who should be on the show, or you yourself want to be on the show, please send a message to merranda.ramirez@rate.com and reach out to us.We are booking for the year 2021 right now! 

In the Navy, to  "Nuke It Out" is:  To reason out a problem by eliminating obvious wrong answers.  It Used to encourage someone to put forth more effort before giving up on a problem; however, it is also used to express that one is digging so deep into something that they end up overthinking it.  That the task is so simple or uncomplicated and basically, you are complicating it.Our recent guest, on the last show for the year 2020, happens to be  former nuclear engineer that after a pivotal moment in his life he completely "Nuked" it out on the Code of Federal Regulations as a way to cope.  This then lead to the creation of Atlas Benefit Consulting that is lead in unison with his wife, Tashina.Kyle Peterson has an undeniable passion for helping the Veteran community.  He dug so deep and has a vast understanding of what is entitled to the Veterans and proper procedures when it comes to assisting the Veterans in getting a better disability rating than they currently have.Tashina and Kyle work

Our recent guest wants to give you permission to dream again.  He says to create your Emerald City.  Create it and keep recreating it and ensure that everything you do moving forward with your life is to reach that goal.He is also CEO of Get Warrior Tough, his Mental Toughness Training Center and has written 4 publications; his proudest accomplishment was the publication of 7 Secrets of Resilience for Parents. Andrew Wittman's advice is vast in this episode.  He says to make sure that you are always coachable and that you are allowed to tell the problem once, and that anything after that is complaining.  Our Veterans learn this while on Active Duty, that is you bring a problem, there had better be a solution as well.The purpose of creating the emerald city is to have a 300 year plan with a 50,000 foot view.His message to Veterans that are about to get out is to prepare now and have your Emerald City in mind so you are always working toward that goal to leave a legacy. Connect and Engage with Andrew Wittm

"When somebody says I can't do something I say, hold my rip it, watch this." - Brian Arrington Our recent guests, yes that is plural, were from the infamous Vets2Industry (V2I) non-profit that has been all the rage among the Veteran community lately.  V2I went live with their website in March 2019 and now has 24K Followers and climbing.  They have already taught at some Military Transition classes and they have a train the trainer mentality.  Where they freely give  information, tools, and resources for the Veteran Community, and you know here at The Weekly J, We LOVE go-givers. According to the V2I team we had on the show, they gain another 1,000 followers every 9 days.Every 3 weeks they have virtual networking events that fill up quickly.  COVID hasn't kept this group down, in fact they have flourished in providing goodness and value to our military community.Right now they need more to learn about V2I, they need more volunteers, and they need help share their message and

Our recent guest is a Junior Enlisted Rep who shares with us staggering statistics about the Junior Enlisted community and their separation. Tyler Hoskins joins us from Hire Heroes USA and shares with us how and why they created a Junior Enlisted Program geared to seeking out junior enlisted separating sooner than the 36 month benchmark that they have noticed from their own statistics.Tyler,  a Veteran himself, and one who experienced some of the same hardships he is now trying to prevent.They noticed, as many other VSOs have noticed, that senior leadership tends to start retirement 12 months out and sooner, but the junior enlisted community staggers into their midst way too late and many don't even know that these VSOs are available to them.That is why, we here at the Weekly J, felt it important to have the guests on the show that we do.  Connect and engage with Tyler Hoskins today if you, or someone you know is in need of transition assistance or will be transitioning soon and they need to start prepar

We are at the epitome of knowledge when it comes to our recent guest.She has many years in the hiring and recruiting industry.  She wants to hire more Veterans, but has some words of wisdom to share with them on how they can approach this industry a little better.She is here today to help you in speaking about her experiences and how you might be able to avoid some past mistakes; as well as, some tips on resume writing for the job that YOU want. Kathy Hammond is a close friend of ours and is packed full of valuable information from the “civilian” world.  On today's show we discuss how Kathy words Business to Business with sophisticated sales.  We discuss how she wants to hire more Veterans and her experiences with some of those she has worked with. One Veteran stood out to her as someone who was willing to learn and take initiative.  In the civilian world, you have to tailor resume as a marketing tool for the job you want.  Every single bullet is a marketing tool and it is living and breathing according

Today's guest is our very FIRST Army Veteran to be on the show since we revamped, The Weekly J.We dig into a wonderful adventure with Sharron Stewart, who is the Texas Veterans Commission, Women Veteran Coordinator.  We discuss her time in service and what she does to help the Veteran Community.She discusses the importance of having someone to guide the women Veterans.  She even mentioned some hard truth about the Woman Veteran that many of them separate or retire, often with children, and that they don't wait for the leadership position that they earn.  They often take any position that opens up because they are focused on security and stability.  She may be stationed in Texas, but she helps any Veteran who comes her way.Her curious mind and strong attitude show her passion and compassion for helping these Veterans.  She assists anywhere from resume writing, to finding them help with bills and housing, to assisting them in the job network, etc.  Reach out and connect and engage with Sharron Stewart

Our recent guest is a true firecracker.  She has a heart of gold and a mind that is full of knowledge.Our recent guest you may remember we had her husband on a few weeks ago, but she has been paving her own way outside of her “military spouse” title, so, we just had to have her on her own show.Nila Thompson has been helping service members and their families for years and when her husband retired they made a vow to ensure that they would continue to be pillars in their community.  Bruce caught wind of an opening for a position with Veterans Ascend and Nila was determined to earn a chance for that position.  Since being with Veterans Ascend she has advocated to Veterans and their families this amazing opportunity.  The best part is, there is NO resume writing!  WHAT?! You can use Veterans Ascend for FREE.Nila is also passionate about changing the tune for Military Spouses and have society remove the term “dependa.” There are so many spouses that are truly doing wonderful things in their community, and COVID ha

WE WANT YOU!!! It is our 60th EPISODE of Season 1. After we had a cancellation we decided to take to "the stage" for just a Merr and J sesh. This episode we discuss the recent Career Path in Lending Brief that we hosted, we discuss some of the amazing guests we have had on the show recently, sprinkle in a little personal baby fever talk, and most importantly, we ask for YOUR HELP. How dare we? As for help? WHAT?????!! Don't worry it is totally painless. At the end of our show we ask for you to submit information about amazing Veterans or Service Members that you know.  Since the mission of our show is to highlight Veterans, Service Members, and Organizations that directly support Service Members, Veterans, and their families, we decided to reach out to our community.  Please, send an email to merranda.ramirez@rate.com and submit the name of the person and provide their contact info and why you think they might be a good fit for our show.   You can also call Jason directly at 808-798-90

Rarely, do you meet someone who checks all boxes of “bad-a$$ery.”Well folks, we found someone who checks all those boxes.We would like to introduce you to, jack of all trades, Retired United States Marine, Bruce Thompson.Bruce has amazed us with everything he does and continues to do for our Veterans and Service Members, AND their families. He is the true definition of a servant leader and Veteran advocate.He is co-founder of Vets on TAP, he is an active mentor for Veterati, active member and Vice President of Operations for Vets2Industry, promoter of all Veteran owned businesses, and so much more.Join the show today to listen for yourself the journey of this amazing individual and hear his heart on why he continues to serve.Connect and Engage with Bruce Thompson today to see if he has a recommendation on the best path for you based on your current journey. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brucethompsonmbaEmail:  bruce.thompson.mba@gmail.comWebsite:  https://vets2industry.com/  :  https://www.veterati.co

Our recent guest took us on a wild journey.  From interviewing in his car in a National Park, to getting kicked out of said park because it was closing down, discussing his RV life and buying a new home, and discussing how he has seen lives changed and lives saved from the organization he works for. Veterans PATH holds retreats that are for Veterans and taught by Veterans.  Our show uncovers one pillar within Veterans PATH and we learn how lives are changed and lives are saved. Jon Macaskill’s journey is relatable because of the dark spiral he, himself, was on.  Then he found mindfulness meditation. Did he rethink his psychiatrist when he recommended mindfulness versus medication? You bet he did.  Did he listen and continue to try what his psychiatrist recommended?  He sure did. That is how he was led down the Veterans PATH. Join today’s adventure as we learn more about Jon’s journey and learn more about how Veterans PATH might just save you or someone you love.Connect and Engage with Jon Macaskill today to j

Our recent guest met Jason through a brief he attended, during his transition, about Navigating the VA Home Loan.  The pair immediately hit it off.Jason Keller, a recently retired Master Sergeant from the United States Air Force, attended a brief, not expecting the HEAT he got and the amount of information he received.  He ended up deciding to purchase a home with Jason Scott as his lender.Even during these COVID times, he was able to close on his new home in 3 weeks.Not only did Jason get a home, but he also received a new Ohana and place to call home when Jason and Jason became friends.Join our adventure today as we discuss the Navigating the VA Home Loan Brief, Vets2Industry, other tips and tricks from recently transitioned Jason Keller.Connect and Engage with Jason Keller today for advice on transitioning and to be connected with the organizations that helped him throughout the process.Jason KellerLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jkeller977Email:  jstnk91303@sbcglobal.netConnect and Engage with Jason

That is what our recent guest proclaimed during our interview. However, we completely disagree with that statement.  Mark Mhley is anything, but average. After a long career in the United States Navy, working as a Top Gun Instructor, duties on JSOC, and then finally ending as an Annapolis Navy Academy Instructor, he finally decided to retire. As an instructor his personal goal was to ensure that the future generation was better prepared for their 9/11 than we were for ours. Mark wanted a simple life where he could get a dog and ride his bike to work.   When he retired, he finally accomplished that goal, and thus began his entrepreneur journey. After some ups and downs, Mark finally was able to start the small business of Re4ormed.   Re4ormed helps Veterans and their spouses on their entrepreneur journey by providing them with carefully matched services and businesses.    Connect and Engage with this anything, but Average, Retired Naval Officer, Mark Mhley today to learn more about how Re4ormed can assist you

That is the direct mission for the 501(c)(3), Veterans Produce.  If you go to their website, that is one of the phrases you will see in big and bold lettering, that Food is the MOST Basic Human Need.We do not feel that anyone can counter that statement.  That statement is what makes us stand beside our recent guest, in his organization’s fight to eradicate veteran hunger due to homelessness.Food is not a privilege.  Healthy food should be afforded to all. Nutritional health is vital for growth, development, and clear minds.  Our recent guest, TC Beckett, believes that this should be a fundamental part to any transitional program.Teaching Veterans how to grow their own food while using aquaponics and hydroponics techniques, is another facet of what TC does with his non-profit organization.What had us motivated to help TC and have him on the show to spread his message and help raise funds for a new green house, was the fact that he currently works two jobs, and has his own business.  He is working hard to keep

A compassionate human being, who cares about the development, and growth of others.  That is how we would describe our recent guest.It is no wonder that his position is: Community Relations Specialist for the University of Phoenix, Kapolei, Hawaii.  He's a husband, father, soccer coach, Toastmaster President, passionate leader, community volunteer, and community liaison.  He gives freely and is constantly uplifting others around him.We had to have him on the show!  Join us as Michael shares what it means to be a phoenix, what it means to have GRIT, and the importance of community.Connect and Engage with Michael today to see what community events are available for both Veterans and Civilians.Web:  https://www.phoenix.edu/campus-locations/hi/kapolei-learning-center.htmlLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-aviles-49230059Email:  michael.aviles@phoenix.eduConnect and Engage with Jason C. (Boom) Scott today for more education about your VA  Home Loan Benefit.  Jason C. Scott (NMLS: 1160791)Phone: (80

The Weekly J #53This young man is going to be President.There is nothing more refreshing than a millennial that has a good head on his shoulders and has a clear direction. That is exactly what we got with Mr. Matthew Galloway. He is the director of development for the Illinois Chapter of Student Veterans of America and he is a United States Navy Veteran.When we say we want to highlight Veterans who are AMAZING, Matthew is just the tip of the iceberg. He spoke eloquently and passionately about the various organizations he has been involved with since his separation from service.Matthew's passion to continue to serve is evident as he strives forward with a Master’s Degree in Public Administration that has an emphasis on entrepreneurship in non-profit. There is not even any money in that!If that does not say go-giver, we don't know what does.Join this podcast to see exactly what Student Veterans of America is and how it might be able to help you or someone you know.This is a must-listen as this very we

The Weekly J #52Have you ever met someone and you knew they were amazing? Then you actually talk to them and they completely surpass your expectations?Well, that is how we feel about the CEO and Co-founder of Centurion Military Alliance (CMA), Ms. Chaunte Hall.She is fierce, a Veteran, and a strong woman advocate. While many may know this about her, through our conversation with her, she is so much more.She is a loving mother of two homeschooled children, working towards her doctorate, an advocate for health, fitness, and academia, co-authored a multidisciplinary curriculum with her father, and the list goes on...Is there anything Chaunte can’t do?What we know for certain, is she attributes her success to her family and support system.  We confirmed during our conversation that you really don’t get to where you are alone.  There is always SOMEONE who helped you achieve your goals, ambitions, and dreams.Whenever you mix three of the five branches of service together on one call (Airforce, Navy, and Army) it is

Coming back at you in episode 51, it's just the crew catching up and talking about what all we're looking forward to through the end of the year.Merranda Ramirez is now officially co-host and Cliff is stepping back a bit from the podcast as he steps into a new role.Contact Jason today about your home loan mortgage needs!Jason C. Scott (NMLS: 1160791)Phone: (808)798-9054Web: https://www.rate.com/jasonsLinkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/guaranteedrateaiea/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GRofOahu/Instagram: https://instagram.com/grofoahuEmail: JasonS@rate.com