This week, Travis speaks with Mike and Steve from Operation Vet Rescue, a Tennessee nonprofit dedicated to ending veterans’ homelessness. They share their Navy backgrounds, discuss the challenges facing homeless veterans, and explain their hands-on approach to...
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Oscar Mike Radio – 458 – Chris Brewer – In the Shadows Between the Wars
In this episode, I interview Chris Brewer, a U.S. Army veteran who helped reactivate the 1st Ranger Battalion in the 1970s. Chris shares insights from his 24-year career, including leadership lessons, the evolution of the Rangers, and the ethos of “Rangers Lead The...
457 – Logan Spiewak – Boots to Health Foundation
I had the honor of speaking with Marine Corps veteran Logan Spiewak, founder of the Boots to Health Foundation. As we talked, I could almost feel the presence of Chesty Puller himself, a reminder of the grit, resilience, and determination that Marines carry with them...
Oscar Mike Radio – 456 – Eric Hommel – The Losing Game
In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, host Travis interviews Eric Hummel, a submariner and Air Force veteran, about his military career and his book, The Losing Game: How to Lose War and Fail Veterans. Eric shares candid insights on the failures of U.S. strategy in...
Oscar Mike Radio – 455 – KL Allen – Western Governors University
I had the opportunity to sit down with K.L. Allen of Western Governors University (WGU) for a powerful conversation about education, service, and opportunity. Growing up with parents who instilled the value of education and life skills, K.L. carried those lessons into...
Oscar Mike Radio – 454 – Sara Johnson – Mission 22
This is a different kind of conversation. I talked with Sarah Johnson from Mission 22, a nonprofit dedicated to combating veteran suicide. Sarah shared the organization's origins, programs, and the importance of community support. Our conversation centered around...





