In crisis? Veterans Crisis Line:call or text 988, then press 1

Skip to content
Back to all episodes
Artwork for From Combat to Community: The Journey of Veterans with Adam Bird

Published May 14, 2024 · 48:55

From Combat to Community: The Journey of Veterans with Adam Bird

Guest: Adam Bird

Watch on YouTube
  • Transition to civilian life
  • Mental health and healing
  • Business and career
  • Benefits and VA process
  • Service stories
  • Community and nonprofits
  • Health and wellness

Show notes

Welcome to another powerful episode of Helping the Brave Podcast. In this inspiring session, our host Ed Parcaut is joined by esteemed guest Adam Bird, a veteran who served in the Arizona Army National Guard and the founder of Heroes Media Group. Dive into a poignant conversation about the challenges veterans face, the significance of community support, and the transformative power of finding one's path post-service.

In today's discussion, we cover a range of compelling topics including:

- Adam's and Ed's personal experiences from military service to civilian transition.

- The importance of mental health support and alternative therapies in the veteran community.

- Insights into Adam's entrepreneurial journey with Heroes Media Group and other ventures aimed at supporting veterans.

- Focused discussions on government inefficiencies, veteran policies, and the urgent need for reform.

This episode also sheds light on the impact of community-led events like the recent Firewalker event organized by Ed, demonstrating how collective efforts can make a real difference in the lives of our brave veterans.

Join us down this thought-provoking path as we explore struggles, victories, and ongoing efforts to better support our veterans. Don't forget to subscribe to our channel and support "Helping the Brave" to ensure we can continue to bring valuable insights and discussions like this to you.

For more information on how you can assist or get involved, visit Helping The Brave. Your support can help make a pivotal difference in the lives of those who served for us.

Follow Ed on all social media outlets @EdParcaut

Need more information? Please visit https://www.edparcaut.com

#Veterans #MilitaryLife #HeroJourney #Podcast #AdamBird #EdParcaut #HelpingTheBrave #HeroesMediaGroup #VeteranSupport #AudiobookDreams #LifeAfterMilitary #Resilience #RealTalk #ChangeMakers

Related episodes

April 28, 2026 · 1:11:29

Lee Ettinger on Veteran Community Life And Finding Purpose Again

Guest: Chris Miles

In this episode of "Helping the Brave," host Ed Parcaut sits down with guests Chris Miles and Lee Ettinger for an engaging conversation about military service, transition to civilian life, and entrepreneurship. Chris Miles shares candid stories from his time in the Marine Corps, including challenging boot camp experiences and lessons learned from amphibious assault training. He and Ed Parcaut dive

Episode pageTransition to civilian lifeMental health and healing

April 14, 2026 · 46:24

Hard Hat Philosophy: Empowering Veterans & Middle America with Randy Bridge

Guest: Randy Bridge

Welcome to Helping the Brave with host Ed Parcaut, the show dedicated to supporting veterans as they navigate life after service. In this episode, Ed sits down with Randy Bridge, Army veteran and author of Hard Hat Philosophy. Together, they discuss the challenges veterans face in accessing VA benefits, overcoming the stigma around seeking help for PTSD and service-connected injuries, and practica

Episode pageTransition to civilian lifeMental health and healing

September 22, 2026 · 36:28

Air Force Veteran Ken Mellott: A Life of Service

Guest: Ken Mellott

In this episode of Helping The Brave Podcast, Ed Parcaut sits down with Ken Mellott for a powerful conversation about Air Force service, survival, PTSD, identity, and rebuilding life after a near-fatal aircraft accident. Ken shares how his father's Air Force service inspired him from a young age, why he attended the Air Force Academy, and how his career took him through pilot training, Beale Air F

Episode pageMental health and healingBusiness and career