Dr. Fred Hogan, US Navy Veteran, Author of Generations Lost
In this episode of Rebel Vets, host Derek sits down with Dr. Fred Hogan, a Navy veteran and Desert Storm participant, for an engaging and candid conversation. Dr. Hogan shares his journey from a small town in Georgia to joining the Navy at just 17 years old. He recounts his experiences as an aviation machinist mate, including intense deployments aboard the USS Fife during Operation Desert Storm and the challenges of ship life, such as constant rotations and limited family communication. Hogan also opens up about the moment he realized he needed to pivot, which led him to pursue higher education while still in the Navy. After earning a his Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, he transitioned to civilian life, motivated by a desire to be more present for his daughter. Dr. Hogan experienced the boom and bust of the Dot-com Era that led him into a career with the Social Security Administration. During that time he entered into the PhD program with Southeastern University and completed his PhD in Education.
Rayshawn Williams, a Marine veteran, recounts his journey through military service, addiction, and incarceration to academic success and a career in social work, demonstrating the transformative power of education in an interview with Derek.
Leroy Hudson, USAF Veteran and President of UNLV Rebel Vets, recounts his transformative military journey from security forces to K-9 handler, emphasizing camaraderie and growth, in an interview with host Derek.
17 Jun 2025
Jeff Detrick, US Army Veteran, Director, Adult Education Services at UNLV
Jeff Detrick, US Army Veteran, tells host Derek his story of military service and transition to civilian life, highlighting the value of education for veterans in an interview.
17 Jun 2025
Eric Herman, USAF Veteran, UNLV alumnus, Rebel Vets Secretary
Derek interviews Air Force Veteran Eric Herman, who recounts his journey from a military upbringing to becoming an Aircraft Armament Technician and later pursuing electrical engineering at UNLV, ultimately finding a career at Northrup Grumman.
12 Jun 2025
Randy Ogozalek, USAF Veteran, Former Crew Chief
USAF Veteran Randy Ogozalek recounts his global journey through aircraft maintenance and military life with host Derek, highlighting personal growth and transition into civilian life in this interview.
10 Jun 2025
Becca Watt, US Coast Guard Veteran, UNLV undergrad, Psychology Major
Psychology student Becca Watt recounts her unexpected path into the U.S. Coast Guard, highlighting boot camp challenges and culinary duties on land and sea in this interview with host Derek.
9 Jun 2025
Dwayne Gordon, Associate Director for Veterans Outreach at UNLV
Dwayne Gordon, Associate Director for Veterans Outreach at UNLV, discusses the challenges veterans face in college and highlights the importance of community and available resources in this interview.
3 Jun 2025
Ross Bryant, Executive Director of UNLV Military & Veterans Service Center
Ross Bryant, Executive Director, recounts his experiences from serving in the military to leading veteran services at UNLV, in an interview with host Derek, highlighting the importance of mentorship and support for student veterans.
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