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About Observation Post
The Observation Post covers veteran-related news, topics, and resources that matter to the veteran community. It also consolidates older episodes of The Veteran Podcast and Joe to Joe, into one single podcast. Created by Joe Stone - US Army, disabled combat veteran...
- Publisher
- Joe Stone
- Category
- government
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 4 Sept 2020
- Latest episode
- 19 Feb 2023
Latest episodes
15 episodes in the feed.
19 Feb 2023
Marine's Don't Need Bonuses
Marines don't need bonuses according to USMC Asst Commandant. A new bill for cannabis trials, and new podcast about veteran homelessness. Read all about this story and more at: https://www.observationpost.news/p/youre-a-marine-thats-all-the-bonus This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.observationpost.news (https://www.observationpost.news?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)
18 Feb 2023
We're Back! [Podcast]
Bringing back the podcast in a very limited fashion. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.observationpost.news (https://www.observationpost.news?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)
12 Apr 2021
Army Officer Sues Police, Rolling Thunder, Stimulus, and More!
A US Army officer is sueing a Virginia police department after being wrongfully detained. Plus we have information on delayed stimulus funds, student debt cancellations, and more. More content at the Observation Post (http://www.obsesrvationpost.news)! Story and Resource Links ~Student Loan Forgiveness~ Helpful Links: Dept. of Education: https://www2.ed.gov/fund/grants-college.html?src=rn (https://www2.ed.gov/fund/grants-college.html?src=rn) Source: Kery Murakami - The Washington Times https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2021/mar/29/biden-cancels-another-13-billion-student-loan-debt/ (https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2021/mar/29/biden-cancels-another-13-billion-student-loan-debt/) ~Delayed Stimulus~ Source: Tara Siegel Bernard, The New York Times https://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/07/business/veterans-stimulus-checks.html (https://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/07/business/veterans-stimulus-checks.html) ~Army Officer sues Police Department~ Source: Celine Catronuovo - TheHill.com https://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/547505-army-officer-sues-police-for-pepper-spraying-him-drawing-guns-during (https://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/547505-army-officer-sues-police-for-pepper-spraying-him-drawing-guns-during) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.observationpost.news (https://www.observationpost.news?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)
4 Apr 2021
Spring Break
Hey everyone. You're probably expecting the latest news from the Veteran Podcast. However, being Easter weekend and the start of Spring Break for the kiddos, well, I'm taking the week off. We'll be back next week! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.observationpost.news (https://www.observationpost.news?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)
29 Mar 2021
No Benefits for Insurrectionists?
A congressman is wanting to strip veteran benefits from those who attacked the Capitol. Also, the VA has a huge backlog of claims and records request, BUT is also one of the top places to work… kind of. More content at the Observation Post (http://www.obsesrvationpost.news)! Story and Resource Links Congressman wants veterans who participated in the Capitol attack to lose benefits. https://www.militarytimes.com/news/pentagon-congress/2021/03/19/lawmaker-wants-to-strip-benefits-from-veterans-involved-in-januarys-attack-on-congress/ (https://www.militarytimes.com/news/pentagon-congress/2021/03/19/lawmaker-wants-to-strip-benefits-from-veterans-involved-in-januarys-attack-on-congress/) VA backlog https://www.militarytimes.com/veterans/2021/03/23/skepticism-surrounds-va-promise-to-draw-down-backlog-of-compensation-and-pension-exams/ (https://www.militarytimes.com/veterans/2021/03/23/skepticism-surrounds-va-promise-to-draw-down-backlog-of-compensation-and-pension-exams/) https://www.militarytimes.com/education-transition/2021/03/25/with-a-half-million-personnel-records-backlogged-va-promises-vaccines-for-archive-staffers-to-catch-up/ (https://www.militarytimes.com/education-transition/2021/03/25/with-a-half-million-personnel-records-backlogged-va-promises-vaccines-for-archive-staffers-to-catch-up/) VA is one of the best employers in the US https://blogs.va.gov/VAntage/86410/forbes-ranks-va-one-americas-best-large-employers/ (https://blogs.va.gov/VAntage/86410/forbes-ranks-va-one-americas-best-large-employers/) https://www.va.gov/opa/pressrel/pressrelease.cfm?id=5618 (https://www.va.gov/opa/pressrel/pressrelease.cfm?id=5618) https://bestplacestowork.org/rankings/detail/VA00 (https://bestplacestowork.org/rankings/detail/VA00) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.observationpost.news (https://www.observationpost.news?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)
28 Mar 2021
Mike Parker
US Army veteran, Mike Parker lays it all out on the line for us to hear. In this long, informative, and bleeding heart tell-all from a guy who, with all his career successes, seems rock solid from the outside looking in, we find out his experience were something different. From struggles with marraige and family, mental health, and combat. Plus, going from a Military Policemant to US Army Criminal Investigations Divsion warrant officer, then to a civilian working for the US Army. There's a lot to unpack here. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.observationpost.news (https://www.observationpost.news?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)
21 Mar 2021
Women Veterans Feel More Isolated, COVID Relief, Scholarships, Hearing Impaired resource
Women veterans feel more isolated compared to their male counterparts, the COVID relief bill has more than just checks for veterans, scholarships, and a free transcription resources for veterans that are hearing impaired. Our Sponsor: What They Signed Up For To get a free copy of the book, go to www.WhatTheySignedUpFor.org (http://www.whattheysignedupfor.org/) and use promo code ‘VETERANPOD' while supplies last. More content at the Observation Post (http://www.obsesrvationpost.news)! Story and Resource Links Women’s Study - https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/ (https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/) Special Forces Awards - https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2021/03/17/army-denies-medals-soldier-trump-pardoned-alleged-afghan-murder/4730488001/ (https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2021/03/17/army-denies-medals-soldier-trump-pardoned-alleged-afghan-murder/4730488001/) COVID Relief - https://apple.news/AvAf6l9UdQfCrCeCYaw9mKw (https://apple.news/AvAf6l9UdQfCrCeCYaw9mKw) Halter CNC Veterans Scholarship - https://www.haltercncautomation.com/en-us/military-educational-manufacturing-scholarship (https://www.haltercncautomation.com/en-us/military-educational-manufacturing-scholarship) Free Transcription for Hearing Impaired veterans. https://clear2connect.org/learn-how-to-access/ (https://clear2connect.org/learn-how-to-access/)https://blogs.va.gov/VAntage/86214/free-captioned-telephone-service-veterans-loved-ones-hearing-loss/ (https://blogs.va.gov/VAntage/86214/free-captioned-telephone-service-veterans-loved-ones-hearing-loss/) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.observationpost.news (https://www.observationpost.news?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)
15 Mar 2021
What the TUCK? Also Call of Duty IRL, and LOTS of Jobs for Vets
One Fox News host, known for saying provocative things, said something that stirred up the military community. Army soldiers to begin getting a Call of Duty like experience. And lot of job opporunities out there. Our Sponsor: What They Signed Up ForTo get a free copy of the book, go to www.WhatTheySignedUpFor.org (http://www.whattheysignedupfor.org/) and use promo code ‘VETERANPOD' while supplies last. Our Website www.theveteranpodcast.com (http://www.theveteranpodcast.com/) Story Links Tucker https://twitter.com/cnnnewsroom/status/1370130593128796162/video/1 (https://twitter.com/cnnnewsroom/status/1370130593128796162/video/1) https://twitter.com/acyn/status/1370188464289849350/video/1 (https://twitter.com/acyn/status/1370188464289849350/video/1) IVAS Goggles https://www.popularmechanics.com/military/weapons/a35565940/army-iavs-goggles-see-through-vehicles/ (https://www.popularmechanics.com/military/weapons/a35565940/army-iavs-goggles-see-through-vehicles/) https://www.cnbc.com/2019/04/06/microsoft-hololens-2-army-plans-to-customize-as-ivas.html (https://www.cnbc.com/2019/04/06/microsoft-hololens-2-army-plans-to-customize-as-ivas.html) VA Vaccine Act https://www.legion.org/veteranshealthcare/252003/house-passes-bill-requiring-va-offer-covid-vaccine-more-veterans (https://www.legion.org/veteranshealthcare/252003/house-passes-bill-requiring-va-offer-covid-vaccine-more-veterans) RallyPoint Jobs Board https://blogs.va.gov/VAntage/85716/veteran-job-board-rallypoint/ (https://blogs.va.gov/VAntage/85716/veteran-job-board-rallypoint/) USPS Truck Driving Jobs Jobs Page - https://about.usps.com/careers/welcome.htm (https://about.usps.com/careers/welcome.htm) Source: https://blogs.va.gov/VAntage/85811/85811 (https://blogs.va.gov/VAntage/85811/85811) TVP on YouTube https://youtu.be/hvqujjzc5-8 (https://youtu.be/hvQUJjzc5-8) Our Website www.theveteranpodcast.com (http://www.theveteranpodcast.com) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.observationpost.news (https://www.observationpost.news?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)
10 Mar 2021
Annette Whittenberger
A combat veteran, MST survivor, former Army officer, and generally just a bad-ass, Annette Whittenber is my first guest on Joe to Joe. Among all other things, Annette is also a veteran advocate, public speaker, and business owner and is all about helping out fellow veterans. Visit Annette's website:www.aWildRideCalledLife.com (http://www.aWildRideCalledLife.com) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.observationpost.news (https://www.observationpost.news?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)
8 Mar 2021
Crayons, Ready to Eat?
Crayons ready to eat, veteran unemployment, and tips to improve your resume. And where to find COVID vaccines. More content at the Observation Post (http://www.obsesrvationpost.news)! References Al Asad Rocket Attack HTTPS://AMERICANMILITARYNEWS.COM/2021/03/10-ROCKET-ATTACK-ON-US-FORCES-AT-IRAQI-BASE-1-AMERICAN-DEAD-AT-BASE-SAYS-REPORT/ (https://AMERICANMILITARYNEWS.COM/2021/03/10-ROCKET-ATTACK-ON-US-FORCES-AT-IRAQI-BASE-1-AMERICAN-DEAD-AT-BASE-SAYS-REPORT/)_________ Crayons Ready to Eat Website: http://www.crayonsreadytoeat.com (http://www.crayonsreadytoeat.com) Original Story: https://www.militarytimes.com/off-duty/military-culture/2021/02/26/crayon-eating-marine-launches-edible-crayon-business/ (https://www.militarytimes.com/off-duty/military-culture/2021/02/26/crayon-eating-marine-launches-edible-crayon-business/)_________ Veteran Unemployment https://www.militarytimes.com/news/pentagon-congress/2021/03/05/veterans-unemployment-remains-flat-as-pandemic-enters-its-second-year/ (https://www.militarytimes.com/news/pentagon-congress/2021/03/05/veterans-unemployment-remains-flat-as-pandemic-enters-its-second-year/)__________ Post Military Resume Tips HELPFUL: HTTP://WWW.MILITARY.COM/VETERAN-JOBS/SKILLS-TRANSLATORHTTP://WWW.VA.GOV/CAREERS-EMPLOYMENT/?FROM=EXPLORE.VA.GOV (http://WWW.MILITARY.COM/VETERAN-JOBS/SKILLS-TRANSLATORHTTP://WWW.VA.GOV/CAREERS-EMPLOYMENT/?FROM=EXPLORE.VA.GOV) Source Story: HTTPS://WWW.MILITARY.COM/VETERAN-JOBS/HOW-ADD-FOCUS-YOUR-VETERAN-SKILL-SET.HTML (https://WWW.MILITARY.COM/VETERAN-JOBS/HOW-ADD-FOCUS-YOUR-VETERAN-SKILL-SET.HTML)__________ COVID-19 Vaccines for VeteransVA COVID SITE: HTTPS://WWW.VA.GOV/HEALTH-CARE/COVID-19-VACCINE/STAY-INFORMED (https://WWW.VA.GOV/HEALTH-CARE/COVID-19-VACCINE/STAY-INFORMED) Original Story: HTTPS://WWW.SEATTLETIMES.COM/SEATTLE-NEWS/VETERANS-OF-ALL-AGES-CAN-NOW-GET-COVID-19-VACCINE-AT-VA-CLINICS-IN-WASHINGTON-STATE/ (https://WWW.SEATTLETIMES.COM/SEATTLE-NEWS/VETERANS-OF-ALL-AGES-CAN-NOW-GET-COVID-19-VACCINE-AT-VA-CLINICS-IN-WASHINGTON-STATE/) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.observationpost.news (https://www.observationpost.news?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)
1 Mar 2021
Toxins at K2, help for when disaster strikes, and confronting racism
This week's stories... TOXIC EXPOSURE FOR K2 VETS WHERE TO FIND HELP WHEN DISASTER STRIKES CONFRONTING RACISM WITHIN THE RANKS ______ Bipartisan bill would require VA to care for toxin-exposed veterans https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/bipartisan-bill-would-require-va-to-care-for-toxin-exposed-veterans/ar-BB1e1pOR?ocid=superapp-news (https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/bipartisan-bill-would-require-va-to-care-for-toxin-exposed-veterans/ar-BB1e1pOR?ocid=superapp-news) ______ Disaster Resources https://blogs.va.gov/VAntage/85028/get-assistance-natural-disaster/ (https://blogs.va.gov/VAntage/85028/get-assistance-natural-disaster/) ______ Black Veterans Project Honest Reckoning - https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/military-needs-honest-reckoning-over-racism-in-its-ranks-says-black-veteran/ar-BB1dZ2YE?ocid=superapp-news (https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/military-needs-honest-reckoning-over-racism-in-its-ranks-says-black-veteran/ar-BB1dZ2YE?ocid=superapp-news) NY Times https://www.nytimes.com/2021/02/01/opinion/sunday/trump-va-racism.html (https://www.nytimes.com/2021/02/01/opinion/sunday/trump-va-racism.html) Racial Disparity Study https://www.jstor.org/stable/3767765?seq=1 (https://www.jstor.org/stable/3767765?seq=1) It’s time for an “honest reckoning” when it comes to racism in the military, says Richard Brookshire of the Black Veterans Project. Half of minority service members report witnessing racism among fellow troops. New Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, the first African American to serve in the role, has acknowledged racism in the armed forces. In one of his first acts as SEC DEF, Austin issued a "stand down" order across the military to address extremism in its ranks. A necessary first step, according to Brookshire but more needs to be done. For more information about the black veterans project, go to https://www.blackveteransproject.org/ (https://www.blackveteransproject.org/) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.observationpost.news (https://www.observationpost.news?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)
22 Feb 2021
Females in the Draft, Gulf War Syndrome, VA Suspends Debt Collection
Females in the draft, DU and Gulf War Syndrome, VA Debt Collection suspension, and a cool tool showing if your state offers free tuition to veterans or their family members. ACLU asks Supreme Court to overturn law, and allow females to be included in the draft. https://thehill.com/changing-america/respect/equality/539575-supreme-court-asked-to-declare-the-all-male-military-draft (https://thehill.com/changing-america/respect/equality/539575-supreme-court-asked-to-declare-the-all-male-military-draft) Depleted Uranium Not the cause of Gulf War Syndrome https://www.militarytimes.com/news/your-military/2021/02/18/study-concludes-depleted-uranium-doesnt-cause-gulf-war-illness/ (https://www.militarytimes.com/news/your-military/2021/02/18/study-concludes-depleted-uranium-doesnt-cause-gulf-war-illness/) VA Suspends Debt Collection https://www.militarytimes.com/news/pentagon-congress/2021/02/18/va-suspends-debt-collections-through-september-2021/ (https://www.militarytimes.com/news/pentagon-congress/2021/02/18/va-suspends-debt-collections-through-september-2021/) Gary Sinise Mental Health Network https://www.forbes.com/sites/scottking/2021/02/16/gary-sinise-launches-mental-health-network-for-veterans-first-responders/?sh=494dd27f20c8 (https://www.forbes.com/sites/scottking/2021/02/16/gary-sinise-launches-mental-health-network-for-veterans-first-responders/?sh=494dd27f20c8) COOL TOOL States Offering Free tuition to veterans and their dependents https://www.reddit.com/r/VeteransBenefits/wiki/free_tuition (https://www.reddit.com/r/VeteransBenefits/wiki/free_tuition) TVP on Social twitter.com/theveteranpod instagram.com/theveteranpodcast facebook.com/theveteranpodcast youtube.com/channel/UCZMK8pAcUeNVwx3XZThNDKg Joe on Social twitter.com/_joe_stone_ instagram.com/_joe_stone_ linkedin.com/in/joestonesr This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.observationpost.news (https://www.observationpost.news?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)
15 Feb 2021
Career Fairs, Employment Assistance, and Veteran Stereotypes
A few news stories this week, followed by an editorial on veteran stereotypes. If you want to get involved with the podcast, give feedback, etc, please email joe@theveteranpodcast.com. Links National Virtual Career Fair Put on by Recruit Military, and sponsored by Disabled Veterans of America, Tuesday, Feb 16th from 12-4 pm EST (9am - 1pm PST). https://recruitmilitary.careereco.com/Fair/EventDetails?fairId=9b7f7243-77c2-4a7d-adbc-ac71017a998a (https://recruitmilitary.careereco.com/Fair/EventDetails?fairId=9b7f7243-77c2-4a7d-adbc-ac71017a998a) Employment Assistance Workshops for Transitioning Military Spouses The U.S. Department of Labor has launched a new monthly series of career workshops to provide employment assistance to transitioning military spouses.https://www.veterans.gov/milspouses/events/ (https://www.veterans.gov/milspouses/events/) Billions for veterans programs affected by the coronavirus. Latest Coronavirus relief plan will also include about $17B in extra funds for veterans, with most allocated to VA health care and related services.https://www.militarytimes.com/news/pentagon-congress/2021/02/11/coronavirus-relief-plan-includes-billions-in-new-funds-for-veterans-programs/ (https://www.militarytimes.com/news/pentagon-congress/2021/02/11/coronavirus-relief-plan-includes-billions-in-new-funds-for-veterans-programs/) EDITORIAL “My Veteran Problem” Elliot Ackerman, NY Times https://www.nytimes.com/2021/02/12/opinion/veterans-Capitol-Cherry-film.html (https://www.nytimes.com/2021/02/12/opinion/veterans-Capitol-Cherry-film.html) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.observationpost.news (https://www.observationpost.news?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)
7 Feb 2021
Let's Talk About the Insurrection
The Veteran Podcast is back and Joe is taking it solo (for now). This week in military and veteran news, the Department of Defense ordered a force-wide stand down, a US Army helicopter crashed, the VA pushes out COVID-Vaccines, and more. Last but not least, my thoughts on the protests and attempted insurrection at the US Capitol were on January 6th. Information on the VA's COVID-19 vaccine program can be found here: https://www.va.gov/health-care/covid-19-vaccine/ Read all about the show and get a complete transcription of this episode athttps://www.theveteranpodcast.com/post/an-update-latest-episode (https://www.theveteranpodcast.com/post/an-update-latest-episode) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.observationpost.news (https://www.observationpost.news?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)
4 Sept 2020
Welcome to the Observation Post
News, resources, and discussions about the topics facing veterans today. Formerly, The Veteran Podcast. https://observationpost.news This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.observationpost.news (https://www.observationpost.news?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)
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