Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in Action
Welcome to Untold Valor, a podcast with a unique focus on veterans with stories of courage, recovery, perseverance and strength. Listen as veterans share their perspectives on what it's like to battle mental health challenges, combat addictions, and overcome other adversities unique to those who have served. We'll also speak with experts who have valuable experience working with veterans through their recovery journeys. Our mission is to reach veterans with a message of recovery and hope. Untold Valor is made possible by Voice & Vision... Bringing help, hope and healing to individuals, families and communities affected by mental illness, addictions, and disabilities in Southeastern Pennsylvania. Voice & Vision's work with veterans began with one veteran meeting another who had mental health challenges and was very isolated. The impact of that relationship on both veterans was life-changing, and a mission to expand that work led to CompeerCORPS, a network of military veterans who provide peer mentoring friendships with other veterans. These veterans spend time together each week promoting mental health and substance use recovery through the healing power of camaraderie, support and friendship. Financial support for Untold Valor is provided by a Veterans' Trust Fund grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. Resources: Voice & Vision: https://voiceandvisioninc.org/ CompeerCORPS: https://voiceandvisioninc.org/compeercorps/ #Recovery #WholisticHealth #Community #podcasting #podcasts #podcastcommunity #podcasterthoughts #veterans #camaraderie #support #friendship #mentalhealth #mentoring #UntoldValor #help #hope #healing #individuals #families #communities #mental illness #addictions #disabilities #battle #courage #recovery #perseverance #strength #life #lifechanging #brokenness #willingness #understanding #therapy #communication #thriving #success #negativethoughts #win #openness #suicide #family
- Update frequency
- every 13 days
- Average duration
- 21 minutes
- Episodes
- 70
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Chaplain Justin Cohen: A Journey of Faith and Redemption (Part 1)
Today, we're going to be talking with Chaplain Justin Cohen, who has an amazing personal story, first of all, but has also dedicated his life to helping others, especially when it comes to the role o…
Overcoming Pain Pill Addiction Through Alternative Therapies with Mike Jeffers
Life after the military is a time when so many veterans struggle. Trying to manage the physical and emotional pain can feel overwhelming, and many veterans turn to medication and pills to help ease t…
Finding Companionship & Support as a Veteran with Rob Yannuzzi
For many veterans, transitioning from military to civilian life can be challenging. It is often an experience filled with mental health issues, feelings of isolation, and difficulty adapting to socie…
Seeking Mental Health and Community Support with Ryan Allman
We are excited to be joined by Ryan Allman in today’s episode. After 21 years of service in the U.S. military, Ryan is passionate about serving in various military and Veteran affiliated organization…
Post-Service Reintegration and Community Building with Kyle Hanlan
Today we are excited to be joined by Kyle Hanlan, the vice president of LLMC Partners. Kyle has served in the Army and Navy and talks with us about his diverse military experience, academic pursuits,…
The Veterans Advocacy Project: An Inside Look with Richard A.J. Prebil Esq.
Today we are joined by Richard A.J. Prebil, Esq., a Supervising Attorney of the Veterans Advocacy Project at Legal Aid of Southeastern PA. This project offers multi-faceted services to veterans in Pe…
Navigating VA Benefits with John S. Berry, Jr.
Today we are back with John S. Berry, Jr., a veteran, and CEO of Berry Law, which has helped over 10,000 veterans nationwide, recovering over $500 million in backpay. John joins us to discuss some ba…
Life After Combat: Finding Purpose after Serving with John S. Berry, Jr.
In this episode, we are joined by John S. Berry, Jr., who served as an infantry officer in the U.S. Army. He is here to share his experience with us, from his time at Airborne and Ranger School to hi…
From Adversity to Advocacy with Darcy Rideout
Welcome to season 2 of Untold Valor! We are thrilled to be joined by a returning guest, Darcel (Darcy) Rideout, an 11-year PA Army National Guard veteran. We had the privilege of learning more about …
Ep 20: Trauma, Faith & Recovery: Cheryl Gricoski’s Experience Navigating Life’s Challenges As A Veteran & Spouse
On Episode 20 of Untold Valor, we’re joined by Air Force veteran Cheryl Gricoski. Cheryl has the unique experience of being both a military veteran and the wife of a veteran. She candidly shares how …
Ep 19: The Strength of Military Families with Nena Stetson
On Episode 19 of Untold Valor, we're joined by Nena Stetson, a licensed clinical social worker, and an army spouse for more than 20 years.
Nena shares her unique perspective on the struggles and suppo…
Ep 18: Tax Savings, Emergency Assistance & Other Benefits For Veterans with Brian Natali
On Episode 18 of Untold Valor, Marine Corps veteran Brian Natali joins the show again to shed light on some of the essential services available to veterans.
Tune in as Brian dives into the intricacies…
Ep 17: Decoding VA Services with Brian Natali
On Episode 17 of Untold Valor, Marine Corps veteran Brian Natali joins the show to share his extensive knowledge about accessing care through Veterans Affairs. Brian is the Chief of the Division of V…
Ep 16: The Power of Support – Why Veterans Must Share Their Stories with Dr. John Taylor
On Episode 16 of Untold Valor, we’re joined by Dr. John Taylor, a retired Marine who shares his inspiring story of service and sacrifice. You’ll learn about John’s unique personal and military backgr…
Ep 15: The Power of Connection & Breaking Down Barriers in Veteran Mental Health Care with Jonathan Bittner
On Episode 15 of Untold Valor, military veteran and therapist Jonathan Bittner returns to the show to give us further insight into the ways CompeerCORPS can help veterans. He’ll detail why the help v…
Ep 14: A Bold Approach: How Race Impacts Mental Health Care for Veterans with Ricardo Byrdsong
On episode fourteen of Untold Valor, we're joined again by Ricardo Byrdsong, who shares his experiences navigating race and mental health in the military and discusses some of the unique resources av…
Ep 13: Beyond Battlefield: Marley Ganthier’s Advice When Returning To Civilian Life
On episode thirteen of Untold Valor, we welcome Marley Ganthier, a highly decorated military veteran with an extensive career, including service in Kuwait and Iraq.
In this insightful episode, Marley …
Ep 12: A Veteran’s Journey Through Darkness: John Byrd’s Battle With Addiction & Vision Loss
On episode twelve of Untold Valor, we sit down with John Byrd, a legally blind veteran who overcame a drug addiction and now dedicates his time to helping others.
Listen as John shares his emotional r…
Ep 11: Battling Shame & Mental Health Stigmas with Darcy Rideout
On episode eleven of Untold Valor, we sit down with Darcy Rideout, a courageous veteran and mental health advocate who shares her powerful and emotional journey with depression. Darcy discusses the i…
Ep 10: Don’t Be Afraid To Ask For Help – Ricardo Byrdsong’s Three Decades In The Navy
On episode ten of Untold Valor, we’re joined by Captain Ricardo Byrdsong. Captain Byrdsong served in the Navy for over three decades, and he shares his story with us, touching on some of the challeng…