About Major Ed - Warrior For Freedom, Heart Of A Lion Podcast
Major Pulido's story of courage has been featured in Time Magazine, Fox News, CNN and countless television stations and newspapers. On August 17th, 2004, Major Pulido hit an improvised explosive device (IED) or roadside bomb while serving a combat tour in Iraq. He was training the new Iraqi Army. Major Pulido suffered extensive injuries to his left knee, and doctors amputated his left leg on October 1st, 2004.
Since, his amputation, Major Pulido has been a staunch advocate for veterans and individuals with disabilities.
The Major Ed Pulido Warrior For Freedom & Heart of a Lion Podcast Ep5: April Stopka
Our special guest today is April Stopka, State Commercial Escrow Manager for First American Title. We discuss her role of supporting military veterans and first responders through assistance in the real estate purchase process, her military service as an Army reservist, the good work American First Title does in their community via "People First" initiatives and the impact of A.I. on business and society.
When April is not at work, you can find her spending time with her family, lifting weights at the gym, playing golf, fulfilling her life's purpose in volunteering in charity organizations, and serving in any capacity as needed within her church community.
Major Ed Pulido, U.S. Army (Ret.) is the founder of the John-Daly - Major Ed Heart of a Lion Foundation, co-founder of Warriors for Freedom Foundation, co-founder and former Sr. VP of the Folds of Honor Foundation, author of Warrior For Freedom, Challenge, Triumph, & Change. Major Ed has been awarded the Bronze Star with Valor, Purple Heart, Meritorious Service Medal and Joint Service Commendation and Achievement Metals during his 19-year Army career before medically retiring in 2005.
Major Ed always says: "It's a great day to be an American!" Future episodes will feature celebrity guests, special friends, businessmen and women doing amazing things in their communities plus stories of trial and triumph. Major Ed tells stories of military families, community supporters and positivity from all over this great nation.
https://www.majored.org (https://www.majored.org)
https://www.jdme1991.org (https://www.jdme1991.org)
https://www.warriorsforfreedom.org (https://www.warriorsforfreedom.org)
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16 Aug 2023
The Major Ed Pulido Warrior For Freedom & Heart of a Lion Podcast Ep4: Alive Day 8/17
Today we celebrate Major Ed's "Alive Day" of August 17th. On that date in 2004, Major Ed's Humvee was struck by a roadside bomb in the Iraq desert, leaving him seriously injured. He endured 17 operations, numerous hospital stays, amputation of his left leg, rehabilitative sessions and a diagnosis of traumatic brain injury with post-traumatic stress. Major Ed has since used his experience and faith to positively impact the world through motivational speaking, philanthropy and fundraising. Today you get the opportunity to hear Major Ed's story and how he's working to make the world a better place for our veterans, first responders, senior citizens and anyone in need through the work of his foundation.
Major Ed Pulido, U.S. Army (Ret.) is the founder of the John-Daly - Major Ed Heart of a Lion Foundation, co-founder of Warriors for Freedom Foundation, co-founder and former Sr. VP of the Folds of Honor Foundation, author of Warrior For Freedom, Challenge, Triumph, & Change. Major Ed has been awarded the Bronze Star with Valor, Purple Heart, Meritorious Service Medal and Joint Service Commendation and Achievement Metals during his 19-year Army career before medically retiring in 2005.
Major Ed always says: "It's a great day to be an American!" Future episodes will feature celebrity guests, special friends, businessmen and women doing amazing things in their communities plus stories of trial and triumph. Major Ed tells stories of military families, community supporters and positivity from all over this great nation.
https://www.majored.org (https://www.majored.org)
https://www.jdme1991.org (https://www.jdme1991.org)
https://www.warriorsforfreedom.org (https://www.warriorsforfreedom.org)
Sponsored by First American Title: https://local.firstam.com/ok/offices/nichols-hills (https://local.firstam.com/ok/offices/nichols-hills)
24 Mar 2020
Special Guest: Chad Watts, Scars And Stripes Coffee
On this episode, we talk about Scars and Stripes Coffee with co-founder Chad Watts. Scars and Stripes empowers Veterans to build their own business using their e-commerce platform. When you buy coffee from Scars and Stripes, you are buying from a Veteran and your purchase directly impacts the men and women who have served our country. https://scarsandstripescoffee.com/ (https://scarsandstripescoffee.com/)
Major Ed, Chad and co-host Kyle Golding discuss the need for camaraderie, overall wellness and economic opportunities for Veterans along with how we all need to work together to overcome the current COVID-19 pandemic.
Major Pulido's story of courage has been featured in Time Magazine, Fox News, CNN and countless television stations and newspapers. On August 17th, 2004, Major Pulido hit an improvised explosive device (IED) or roadside bomb while serving a combat tour in Iraq. He was training the new Iraqi Army. Major Pulido suffered extensive injuries to his left knee, and doctors amputated his left leg on October 1st, 2004. Since, his amputation, Major Pulido has been a staunch advocate for veterans and individuals with disabilities.
On the Warrior For Freedom Podcast, we discuss all the ways anyone can be a Great American and a Warrior For Freedom by supporting veterans, being positive citizens in your community and supporting others in their time of need.
Major Ed always says: "It's a great day to be an American!" Join the Warrior For Freedom conversation. Future episodes will feature celebrity guests, special friends, businessmen and women doing amazing things in their communities plus stories of trial and triumph. Major Ed tells stories of military families, community supporters and positivity from all over this great nation.
https://majored.org/ (https://majored.org/)
https://www.warriorsforfreedom.org/ (https://www.warriorsforfreedom.org/)
https://www.foldsofhonor.org/ (https://www.foldsofhonor.org/)
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11 Nov 2019
Veterans Day 2019 Major Ed Pulido Warrior For Freedom Podcast Ep2
On Ep2 of the Warrior For Freedom podcast, Major Ed Pulido and civilian co-host Kyle Golding discuss the importance of Veterans Day though the themes of teamwork, trust, community and sacrifice. The two touch on a variety of veteran issues such as PTSD, traumatic brain injuries, post-military reintegration and living military values in civilian life. Major Pulido points out changes and opportunities in today's military that reflect society as a whole.
Plus, college and professional football, Presidential visits and the importance of community support for those who serve and their families.
Major Pulido's story of courage has been featured in Time Magazine, Fox News, CNN and countless television stations and newspapers. On August 17th, 2004, Major Pulido hit an improvised explosive device (IED) or roadside bomb while serving a combat tour in Iraq. He was training the new Iraqi Army. Major Pulido suffered extensive injuries to his left knee, and doctors amputated his left leg on October 1st, 2004. Since, his amputation, Major Pulido has been a staunch advocate for veterans and individuals with disabilities.
On the Warrior For Freedom Podcast, we discuss all the ways anyone can be a Great American and a Warrior For Freedom by supporting veterans, being positive citizens in your community and supporting others in their time of need.
As Major Ed always says: "It's a great day to be an American!" Join the Warrior For Freedom conversation. Future episodes will feature celebrity guests, special friends, business men and women doing amazing things in their communities plus stories of trial and triumph. Major Ed tells stories of military families, community supporters and positivity from all over this great nation.
10 Sept 2019
Major Ed Pulido Warrior For Freedom Podcast Ep1
On our first episode, Major Ed Pulido and co-host Kyle Golding discuss what you can expect from the Warrior For Freedom podcast. Major Ed tells his story about joining the United States Army, his time in Iraq and how the events of August 17th, 2004 changed his life forever.
We discuss all the ways anyone can be a Great American and a Warrior For Freedom by supporting veterans, being positive citizens in your community and supporting others in their time of need.
As Major Ed always says: "It's a great day to be an American!" Join the Warrior For Freedom conversation. Future episodes will feature celebrity guest, special friends, business men and women doing amazing things in their communities plus stories of trial and triumph. Major Ed tells stories of military families, community supporters and positivity from all over this great nation.
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