VetTunes Podcast

About VetTunes Podcast

A veteran-run podcast shining a spotlight on military and veteran voices in the music industry. From singer-songwriters and performers to producers and engineers, we bring you in-depth conversations with those who’ve served and now shape the sound of music.

Publisher

VetTunes Podcast

Category

music

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

4 Jul 2025

Latest episode

14 Aug 2026

Latest episodes

30 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   14 Aug 2026

   Scotty Hasting - Healing Through Music: A Veteran's Story

   Scotty Hasting - Healing Through Music: A Veteran's StoryIn this episode, The  @VetTunesPodcast  (https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCAsbjyvBjIkA9H8UWNycXBw) celebrates its 30th episode and explores the inspiring journey of a US Army combat wounded veteran,  @scottyhastingmusic  (https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCJtZ6RC7cCmCT_erDZztzjg) who transitioned from military service to a career in music. The conversation delves into his experiences in combat, the challenges of recovery, and how he found solace in archery and songwriting. We discuss the importance of camaraderie among veterans and the healing power of music as a form of emotional expression. In this conversation, Scotty shares his transformative journey through music, highlighting how songwriting and performing became a therapeutic outlet during challenging times. They recount their experiences from open mic nights to playing on Broadway, emphasizing the healing power of music and the importance of sharing personal stories through songwriting. The discussion also touches on the transition to independence in their music career and the significance of crafting songs that resonate with their life experiences.https://vettunespodcast.com/@vettunespodcast https://www.scottyhasting.com/ @scottyhastingmusic https://mikecorrado.com/@themikecorrado https://harmonyhillent.com/@harmonyhillent Chapters00:00 Introduction and Inspiration Behind the Podcast02:52 The Journey of a Veteran Musician06:01 From Combat to Recovery: A Life-Changing Experience08:48 The Impact of Injury and the Road to Healing11:53 Coping with Trauma and Finding New Purpose15:08 Transitioning from Military to Civilian Life18:07 The Role of Archery in Recovery20:55 Discovering Music as a New Outlet23:54 The Power of Songwriting and Emotional Expression27:12 The Healing Power of Music36:34 From Open Mic to Broadway43:26 Crafting Personal Stories in Music49:35 The Journey of Independenceveteran, music, recovery, PTSD, songwriting, military, inspiration, archery, healing, journey music therapy, songwriting, PTSD, Nashville, open mic, Broadway, personal stories, healing, independence, country music, Mike Corrado, scotty hasting, combat wounded, vet tunes podcast, vettunes

2. 

   16 Jul 2026

   VetTunes Podcast #29. Honoring Heroes: The Mission of Four Branches Bourbon

   In this episode, Rick Franco shares the inspiring story behind Four Branches Bourbon, a veteran-founded brand honoring fallen comrades and promoting a message of service and remembrance. He discusses his transition from the Marine Corps to CIA contracting, the creation of the bourbon, and the importance of community and honoring those who serve. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and guest introduction 01:01 The origin of Four Branches Bourbon and its mission 01:58 Rick Franco's military background and transition 03:22 Memorial of Greg Wright and the start of the brand 08:40 Honoring fallen heroes and the message of the brand 11:48 Addressing veteran mental health and community support 14:43 The significance of bourbon as a reflective spirit 17:10 The choice of bourbon and its American roots 19:27 The process of creating the bourbon recipes 24:05 The tasting and final recipe selection 25:53 Evolution of the bourbon and new distillery partnership 29:01 Rick Franco's transition from Marine to contracting 42:08 Injuries and resilience in military life 45:26 The importance of community and support networks 54:11 The significance of signature bottles and signatures 55:16 Giving back: veteran nonprofits and community impact 57:46 Closing remarks and message of service resources Four Branches Bourbon Official Website - https://fourbranches.com (https://fourbranches.com) Hope for the Warriors - https://hopeforthewarriors.org (https://hopeforthewarriors.org) Tunnel to Towers Foundation - https://t2t.org (https://t2t.org) Heroes to Horses - https://heroestohorses.org (https://heroestohorses.org) keywords Veterans, Bourbon, Military, Transition, Community, Honor, Spirit Industry, Veteran Support, Four Branches Bourbon, Leadership, CIA, Marine Corps, Shadow Warriors

3. 

   19 Jun 2026

   VetTunes Podcast - Veteran to Country Star: The Ryan Weaver Story

   In this episode, Ryan Weaver shares his inspiring journey from military service to country music stardom, highlighting the importance of resilience, relationships, and authenticity in overcoming life's challenges and pursuing dreams. key  topics Ryan Weaver's military background and family legacy Transition from military to music career The role of relationships and mentorship in Nashville Overcoming obstacles and resilience in the music industry The importance of authenticity and storytelling in country music Notable performances and collaborations, including the Grand Ole Opry The making of 'Let's Talk About Heroes' music video and its message Upcoming projects and new music releases sound bites "You can actually sing." "This is a story about resilience and authenticity." "Believe in your story and tell it honestly." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Ryan Weaver and His Journey 02:04 Military Background and Family Legacy 06:21 The Impact of Loss and Transition to Music 12:40 Navigating the Nashville Music Scene 19:14 The Importance of Relationships in Music 25:22 Resilience and Adaptability in the Face of Challenges 29:06 The Journey Begins: Meeting Charlie Daniels 32:28 Performing at the Ryman: A Dream Realized 36:43 The Impact of Charlie Daniels on My Career 40:30 Creating 'Burn': A Song for Heroes 46:46 Let's Talk About Heroes: Honoring Sacrifice 50:38 New Music on the Horizon: A Return to Roots resources VetTunes Podcast - https://vettunespodcast.com/ (https://vettunespodcast.com/) Harmony Hill Studio - https://harmonyhillent.com/ (https://harmonyhillent.com/) Ryan Weaver - Official Website - https://ryanweaver.net (https://ryanweaver.net) Grand Ole Opry - https://www.opry.com (https://www.opry.com) Let's Talk About Heroes Music Video - https://youtu.be/ebULvWwmIXs?si=GhWEagaBnfWbp5Jt (https://youtu.be/ebULvWwmIXs?si=GhWEagaBnfWbp5Jt) Craig Campbell - Artist - https://www.craigcampbell.tv/ (https://www.craigcampbell.tv/) Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ryanweavercountry/ (https://www.instagram.com/ryanweavercountry/) keywords Ryan Weaver, military to music, veteran artist, country music, resilience, Nashville, songwriting, success stories, heroism

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YouTube views

12,598

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Spotify

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 56 / 100

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Quality

82

Social presence

0

YouTube

76

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