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Published May 19, 2023 · 32:52
Guest: Michael Ferriter
Welcome to Helping The Brave, a 30-minute podcast hosted by veterans Ed Parcaut and Amy Tiemeyer, where we provide a supportive space for veterans to share their experiences and offer practical advice and resources to navigate post-military life.
In this episode, we're honored to feature Lt. General Michael Ferriter, U.S. Army (Retired), who serves as President and CEO of the National Veterans Memorial and Museum. In his role, Lt. General Ferriter leads the development of a national community and funding base for the Museum, communicating its mission and vision to veterans, active military, donors, partners, and other key constituencies.
Join us as we hear from Lt. General Ferriter about his vision for the National Veterans Memorial and Museum as a community gathering place where the general public can join veterans and members of the United States Armed Forces in celebrating their service and honoring their sacrifice. If you're a veteran looking for ways to connect with other veterans and honor their contributions to our country, or simply interested in learning more about this important national institution, tune in to this episode of Helping The Brave with veterans Ed Parcaut and Amy Tiemeyer.
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In this episode of Helping The Brave Podcast, Ed Parcaut sits down with Fenix Shepard for a powerful and deeply honest conversation about Navy service, military sexual trauma, PTSD, addiction, faith, forgiveness, and healing. Fenix shares why she joined the Navy after 9/11, how she served aboard the USS Vella Gulf and USS Preble, and how her life changed after being assaulted during service. She t
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Guest: John Smith
In this episode of Helping The Brave Podcast, Ed Parcaut sits down with John Smith for a conversation about life after military service, VA claims, family, faith, and finding purpose in the next chapter. John shares why he chose the Marine Corps, how he built a career as a tactical air defense controller, and how that path eventually led him to the Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics community. Af
May 5, 2026 · 1:13:09
In this episode of Helping The Brave, Ed Parcaut sits down with RaterHQ: After Dark, a former VA rater and Army veteran, for an honest conversation about how the VA claims process really works. They discuss the rise of online information around veteran disability claims, the problem of misinformation, and why veterans need better guidance when it comes to DBQs, nexus letters, secondary conditions,
