March 16, 2023
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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And the Life After the Military Podcast
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.”

February 16, 2023
Passion: When Curiosity Meets Community
In this new episode of Life After the Military, Lee and Howie speak with Sergeant Major (Retired)…
February 2, 2023
Helping Military Spouses Find Stability
Military spouse and founder of the Pillar Foundation, Teresa Shick, shares insight from the…
January 19, 2023
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…
December 22, 2022
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.
January 13, 2022
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…
January 6, 2022
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…
December 30, 2021
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…
December 16, 2021
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…
December 9, 2021
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…
December 2, 2021
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…
November 24, 2021
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…
November 10, 2021
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…
November 4, 2021
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…
October 28, 2021
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…
October 21, 2021
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…
October 13, 2021
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…