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S.O.S. (Stories of Service) - Ordinary people who do extraordinary work - Podcast

S.O.S. (Stories of Service) - Ordinary people who do extraordinary work

From the little league coach to the former addict helping those still struggling, hear from people from all walks of life how they show up as a vessel for service and drive for transformational change. Hosted by Theresa Carpenter, a 29-year active duty U.S. naval officer who found service was the path to unlocking trauma and unleashing your inner potential. 

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Update frequency
every 5 days
Average duration
55 minutes
Episodes
232
Years Active
2021 - 2025
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Your leadership legacy with Lt. Col. (ret) Oak McCulloch - S.O.S. #181

Your leadership legacy with Lt. Col. (ret) Oak McCulloch - S.O.S. #181

Oak McCulloch returns to the podcast for another discussion on servant leadership and its lasting impact. His ability to drive change continues to inspire, and his book Your Leadership Legacy: Becomi…

01:08:24  |   Fri 21 Feb 2025
I almost died - Richard Parker | S.O.S. #180

I almost died - Richard Parker | S.O.S. #180

In this episode, we chat with Richard Parker, a former college professor who became a public affairs officer in the U.S. Navy Reserve. Commissioned at 43 in 2013, he left academia to serve and embrac…

01:02:28  |   Fri 14 Feb 2025
Terminal CWO: Exposing the truth within the DoD - S.O.S. #179

Terminal CWO: Exposing the truth within the DoD - S.O.S. #179

I’m beyond thrilled to welcome Sam Shoemate to the show—one of the most fearless voices in military whistleblowing today. If you believe in due process for those who’ve sacrificed for our nation, thi…

01:12:12  |   Thu 13 Feb 2025
Buying or Selling in Central Ohio? Meet Karen Mavis! - S.O.S. #178

Buying or Selling in Central Ohio? Meet Karen Mavis! - S.O.S. #178

Are you buying or selling a home in Central Ohio? If so, you need a trusted expert who understands the market inside and out. Karen Mavis, owner of the Karen Mavis Home Team with RE/MAX Achievers, jo…

00:30:28  |   Wed 12 Feb 2025
Command IG: Is There Due Process - S.O.S. #177

Command IG: Is There Due Process - S.O.S. #177

This is a show I wish I didn’t have to do. But the truth is, the command investigation system is broken, and if no one else will fix it, we’re going to shine a light on the harm it causes—directly fr…

01:00:55  |   Fri 07 Feb 2025
Amber Kulesza – From Fighter Jets to Empowering Adventures- S.O.S. #176

Amber Kulesza – From Fighter Jets to Empowering Adventures- S.O.S. #176

In this episode, we sit down with Amber Kulesza, an Air Force Disabled Veteran and the Chief Adventure Officer (CAO) of AmbersAdventures, LLC. Amber’s story is one of resilience, transformation, and …

01:02:26  |   Fri 31 Jan 2025
Rebecca McFadden – Creative Visionary, Advocate for Individuality, and Lifelong Optimist - S.O.S. #175

Rebecca McFadden – Creative Visionary, Advocate for Individuality, and Lifelong Optimist - S.O.S. #175

In this episode, we chat with Rebecca McFadden, a creative force and founder of Fresh Pointe Studio, about her journey from sketching animals as a child to becoming a successful designer. She shares …

00:48:24  |   Wed 29 Jan 2025
Leading from the Frontlines: A Conversation with Andrea Goldstein - S.O.S. #174

Leading from the Frontlines: A Conversation with Andrea Goldstein - S.O.S. #174

In this episode, we chat with Andrea Goldstein, a senior executive and national security leader, whose career spans from active-duty U.S. Navy officer to shaping policy at the highest levels of gover…

01:06:49  |   Fri 24 Jan 2025
The Fight for Accountability – Major Mandy Feindt on the Red Hill Water Crisis - S.O.S. #173

The Fight for Accountability – Major Mandy Feindt on the Red Hill Water Crisis - S.O.S. #173

In this powerful and eye-opening episode, we sit down with Major Mandy Feindt, an active-duty Army officer, devoted mother, and fearless advocate for military and civilian families affected by the 20…

01:00:46  |   Thu 23 Jan 2025
Brad Miller: From West Point to Resignation – A Journey of Service, Conviction, and Freedom - S.O.S. #172

Brad Miller: From West Point to Resignation – A Journey of Service, Conviction, and Freedom - S.O.S. #172

In this episode, we sit down with Brad Miller, a former lieutenant colonel in the United States Army, to discuss his inspiring journey of service, principles, and standing up for his beliefs. Brad gr…

01:15:47  |   Fri 17 Jan 2025
Ponder On It, Pilgrims: Wisdom, Wit, and Texas Grit with Charles Hamm- S.O.S. #171

Ponder On It, Pilgrims: Wisdom, Wit, and Texas Grit with Charles Hamm- S.O.S. #171

You ever get tired of the noise of social media and just yearn for some good ole fashioned common sense?

In this episode, we sit down with Texan-to-the-bone Charles Hamm, a former Marine sergeant, re…

01:02:36  |   Fri 10 Jan 2025
Chasing Summer: Stories of a Nomadic Life | Christina Gawlik - S.O.S. #170

Chasing Summer: Stories of a Nomadic Life | Christina Gawlik - S.O.S. #170

Ever wonder what it would be like to quit your job, live on your savings, and explore the world? My next guest has been doing just that for a number of years. Thanks to smart financial decisions and …

01:02:55  |   Fri 03 Jan 2025
From Navy SEAL to Advocate – The Journey of Bill Brown - S.O.S. #169

From Navy SEAL to Advocate – The Journey of Bill Brown - S.O.S. #169

From Navy SEAL to Advocate – The Journey of Bill Brown

In this episode, we sit down with Bill Brown, an Iraq Veteran Navy SEAL who served honorably for eight years, completing three deployments. Bill …

01:14:31  |   Fri 27 Dec 2024
USS Cole Survivor Now Inspirational Leader with Amaury Ponciano- S.O.S. #168

USS Cole Survivor Now Inspirational Leader with Amaury Ponciano- S.O.S. #168

Can you heal yourself and rise to leadership in the Navy’s highest enlisted ranks?

In this powerful episode, we’re joined by Amaury Ponciano—an inspiring example of authenticity, accountability, and t…

01:06:35  |   Sat 21 Dec 2024
Breaking Barriers in the Skies with Lt Col (Ret.) Jessica Ruttenber - S.O.S. #167

Breaking Barriers in the Skies with Lt Col (Ret.) Jessica Ruttenber - S.O.S. #167

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Jessica Ruttenber, a trailblazing U.S. Air Force pilot who turned her “vertical challenges” into an incredible aviation career. W…

01:03:02  |   Sun 15 Dec 2024
Building Authority, Crafting Legacies, and Mastering Marketing with Rob Anspach - S.O.S. #166

Building Authority, Crafting Legacies, and Mastering Marketing with Rob Anspach - S.O.S. #166

In this episode, we’re joined by Rob Anspach, a seasoned entrepreneur, marketing consultant, prolific author, and podcast host with over 30 years of experience helping businesses build authority, cra…

00:57:39  |   Sat 07 Dec 2024
Finding Purpose Beyond the Uniform with Col. (Ret) Bill Butler – S.O.S. #165

Finding Purpose Beyond the Uniform with Col. (Ret) Bill Butler – S.O.S. #165

The transition from military service to civilian life is one of the most profound journeys a veteran can face. Finding a renewed sense of purpose is key to shaping this next chapter.

In this powerful …

00:31:02  |   Wed 04 Dec 2024
Fighting for Veterans: Ted Blickwedel’s Battle for Better Care | S.O.S. #164

Fighting for Veterans: Ted Blickwedel’s Battle for Better Care | S.O.S. #164

This week, I sit down with Ted Blickwedel, a retired Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel, combat veteran, and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who risked everything to expose critical issues within the V…

00:56:35  |   Sat 23 Nov 2024
Free speech for troops: fact or fiction? | Dr. Chase Spears - S.O.S. #163

Free speech for troops: fact or fiction? | Dr. Chase Spears - S.O.S. #163

Can U.S. military members truly exercise their First Amendment rights? What are the limits on free speech within the armed forces, and why do these boundaries exist? While everyone agrees on the impo…

01:16:15  |   Sat 16 Nov 2024
When good jobs go bad | Kate Goggin - S.O.S. #162

When good jobs go bad | Kate Goggin - S.O.S. #162

“You take every job assuming it’s a good one. Yet, at any point, your intuition might signal that something has changed—whether it’s the organization, or you. Either way, only you can take charge of …

00:58:26  |   Sat 09 Nov 2024
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