Life After The Military: Operation Mend with Dr. Jo Sornborger and Dana Katz

In this new episode of Life After the Military, Lee and Howie speak with Dr. Jo Sornborger and Dana Katz about the work they do with the Operation Mend Program at UCLA Health as part of the Warrior…

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Channel Director, Howie Cohen and Lee Elias deliver educational and inspiring conversations with veterans, coaches, and mental health experts. The mission: reduce transition stress and prevent veteran suicide.

“The struggles for veterans and their families during transition are real. We spotlight the people and resources ready to help veterans succeed and thrive at this critical time.”

Passion: When Curiosity Meets Community

In this new episode of Life After the Military, Lee and Howie speak with Sergeant Major (Retired)…

Helping Military Spouses Find Stability

Military spouse and founder of the Pillar Foundation, Teresa Shick, shares insight from the…

The “We” to “Me” Mindset Flip with Jose Velazquez

In this episode of Life After the Military, Lee and Howie speak with Sergeant Major (Retired) Jose…

How to Find Mentors and Ask for Help

In this Pivotal Moments Media Charlie Mike Channel episode of Life After the Military, Lee and…

Past Episodes and Posts

Listen, watch and learn from the amazing guests, ambassadors, and partners of Charlie Mike Vets.

Life After the Military – Ash Alexander-Cooper OBE

Howie and Lee talk with Ash Alexander-Cooper OBE. Ash, a highly accomplished leader in the United Kingdom Ministry of Defence, had a distinguished 21-year career that…

Life After The Military – Master Gunnery Sergeant (Ret) Vonzell Mattocks

Master Gunnery Sergeant (Retired) Vonzell Mattocks describes his Big 3 E’s: Education, Entrepreneurship, and Employment. Vonzell had a varied post-military career that…

Life After The Military – Colonel (Ret) Jeff Worthington

“Use your last job in the military to prepare for your next job after you get out of the military” is one piece of advice Colonel (Retired) Jeff Worthington shares in this…

Life After The Military – Colonel (Ret) Fran Trentley

In the latest episode of Life After the Military, COL (Ret) Fran Trentley provides spot-on guidance and advice for transitioning veterans. Listen to Fran describe his…

Life After The Military – Dr. Stacey Dixon

In the latest episode of Life After the Military, Dr. Stacey Dixon talks about her service in the United States Marine Corps as a Meteorology and Oceanography Officer, her…

Life After The Military – Retired Army CSM, Gerald Tyce

Retired Army Signal Corps CSM, Gerald Tyce speaks candidly and transparently shares his challenges with transition to the private sector, overcoming the stress of multiple…

Life After The Military: Mark Greene

Listen to retired Navy SEAL officer, Mark Greene talks about his challenges with transition, traumatic brain injury and post-traumatic stress, and how he sought help…

Life After The Military – Matt Kellam

In this exceptionally powerful and informative episode of Life After the Military, Lee and Howie talk with former Marine, Matt Kellam. Matt serves as the Dominion Energy…

Life After The Military – Tony Crescenzo

Lee and Howie talk with former Marine, Tony Crescenzo. Tony currently serves as the CEO of Intelligent Waves and is highly engaged with the Northern Virginia Technology…

Life After The Military – David Tenenbaum

In this episode of Life After the Military, Lee and Howie talk with former Air Force Officer, David Tenenbaum. David currently serves as a Director for Heroes Linked, a…

Life After The Military – James Jordan

In this episode of Life After the Military, Lee and Howie talk with US Army Command Sergeant Major (Retired) James Jordan. James served for over 31 years as a noncommissioned…

Life After The Military – Mark Clifton and AC Coley

In this episode of Life After the Military, Lee and Howie talk with US Army Command Sergeant Majors (Retired) AC Coley and Mark Clifton. AC and Mark share valuable…