🎙️ VETSOCIAL Voices Unfiltered – Real talk, raw stories, and unfiltered insights straight from the heart of the veteran community.

Join host Ryan Patrick Hunt, decorated Army officer and veteran hiring champion, alongside co-host Mike Sarge, a powerhouse speaker, content creator, and advocate for veteran voices that cut through the noise.

Each episode brings you candid conversations with veteran entrepreneurs, community leaders, creators, and change-makers tackling the tough topics — from military transition and leadership to branding, media, and building real momentum in life and business.

🔥 No scripts. No spin. Just authentic stories and practical wisdom you won’t hear anywhere else.

💥 Listen, learn, and lead boldly. This is VETSOCIAL Voices Unfiltered.

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🎙️ VETSOCIAL Voices Unfiltered – Real talk, raw stories, and unfiltered insights straight from the heart of the veteran community.

Join host Ryan Patrick Hunt, decorated Army officer and veteran hiring champion, alongside guest, Mike Sarge, a powerhouse speaker, content creator, and advocate for veteran voices that cut through the noise.

Each episode brings you candid conversations with veteran entrepreneurs, community leaders, creators, and change-makers tackling the tough topics — from military transition and leadership to branding, media, and building real momentum in life and business.

🔥 No scripts. No spin. Just authentic stories and practical wisdom you won’t hear anywhere else.

💥 Listen, learn, and lead boldly. This is VETSOCIAL Voices Unfiltered.

#VETSOCIAL #VoicesUnfiltered #VeteranPodcast #RyanPatrickHunt #MikeSarge #VeteranStories #Vetrepreneurship #MilitaryCommunity

🎙️ VETSOCIAL Voices: From Combat Boots to Campaign Leads – Aaron Welch on Service, Strategy, and Supporting Veterans

In this episode of VETSOCIAL, we sit down with Aaron Welch, a proud U.S. Army veteran and founder of Lift Digital Marketing, to talk about his journey from military service to successful entrepreneurship.

Aaron shares how the discipline and mission-focus of his military background laid the foundation for launching and scaling a performance-driven digital agency. As a leader in the Chicagoland veteran business community, Aaron is more than a business owner—he’s a connector, advocate, and mentor for fellow veteran entrepreneurs. He is the founder of the non-profit, Chicagoland Veteran Business Owners

Tune in to hear:

• How Aaron translated military leadership into marketing innovation
• The story behind Lift Digital Marketing and how it’s helping businesses scale with strategy and integrity
• Why Chicagoland is becoming a hub for veteran-owned businesses—and what Aaron is doing to grow that ecosystem

Whether you're a transitioning service member, a digital marketing geek, or just love a good origin story—you won’t want to miss this episode.

Connect with Aaron on Linkedin and Lift Digital Marketing.

🎙️ VETSOCIAL Voices – Friendology: The Science and Soul of Connection

📅 Recorded Live at VETSOCIAL24

In this heart-centered and thought-provoking episode of VETSOCIAL Voices, we sit down with Candyss Bryant, dynamic speaker, coach, and founder of the Friendology movement. Recorded live at Veteran Social Summit 2024 (VETSOCIAL24), Candyss unpacks the life-changing power of meaningful relationships and why friendship is a form of wellness—especially in the veteran and solopreneur communities.

💡 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• The core principles of Friendology and why intentional connection matters

• How veterans and entrepreneurs can rebuild their circles after transition

• The neuroscience behind friendship and emotional resilience

• Personal stories of isolation, rediscovery, and authentic bonds

• A powerful call to action to nurture the right relationships

Whether you’re craving deeper connection, struggling to find your people, or curious about the psychology of friendship, this conversation offers perspective, healing, and community.

🎧 Press play and rediscover the mission of meaningful connection.

Powered by VETSOCIAL, where veteran voices drive change, connection, and culture.

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🎙️ VETSOCIAL Voices – The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly: A Panel Discussion on the VA Disability Claim Process

📅 Recorded Live: May 16, 2025

In this powerful episode of VETSOCIAL Voices, we dive deep into the often complex and emotional journey of navigating the VA Disability Compensation system. Moderated by Ryan Patrick Hunt, this honest and unfiltered conversation features a dynamic panel of veteran advocates, tech leaders, and support professionals who break down what works, what doesn’t, and how to empower veterans through the claims process.

👥 Panelists Include:

• Kate Monroe – CEO of VETCOMM

• Dennis Spohn – Founder of VeteranAI

• Chris Whittemore – Host of Terror to Triumph

• Jane Babcock – VA claims expert at Talk Veteran

• Kyle Kuciemba – Co-founder of HeyHeyCRM

🧠 Topics Explored:

• Why claims are often denied—and how to challenge them

• Tips for first-time filers and those reapplying

• The evolving landscape of VA systems, automation, and appeals

• Firsthand experiences with the good, bad, and downright frustrating parts of the process

• What veterans wish they had known before filing

Whether you’re just starting your VA disability journey or you’ve been battling through the process for years, this episode provides clarity, compassion, and critical guidance.

🎧 Listen now to get informed, empowered, and supported.

Brought to you by VETSOCIAL25, the summit for veteran-led innovation, entrepreneurship, and community action.

🌐 www.veteransocialsummit.com

🎙️ VETSOCIAL Voices – Episode: Rise of AI and the Solopreneur

📅 Recorded Live: May 2, 2025

In this insightful episode of VETSOCIAL Voices, we delve into the transformative intersection of artificial intelligence and solopreneurship. Moderated by veteran leader Joe Palacios, the panel features distinguished experts who are at the forefront of leveraging AI to revolutionize solo ventures.

👥 Panelists:

• Yasmin George – Founder and CEO of Trend Lab, Yasmin is a seasoned marketing strategist and systems coach. She specializes in helping businesses harness AI to streamline operations and enhance marketing strategies.

• Luke Medvegy, MDY, MBA, DML – Founder of American Skyport LLC and a retired Army Lieutenant Colonel, Luke brings extensive experience in business development and AI integration. He is also the author of Harnessing AI for Business Success: A Guide for US Military Veteran Entrepreneurs .

• Rue Munoz – A veteran creative and digital business architect, Rue focuses on empowering solopreneurs to build resilient digital brands through innovative strategies and AI tools.

• Moniek James – Founder of Renegade Creative Media Group, Moniek is a master content strategist and AI consultant. She assists business owners in achieving content clarity and implementing AI-powered marketing solutions .

🔥 Discussion Topics:

• Essential AI tools for solopreneurs

• Balancing automation with authentic engagement

• Leveraging military experience in tech-driven entrepreneurship

• Real-world success stories of AI-enhanced solo businesses

Whether you’re embarking on your entrepreneurial journey or seeking to scale your solo venture, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice from leaders pioneering the integration of AI in solopreneurship.

🎧 Listen now and explore the future of solo entrepreneurship.

Brought to you by VETSOCIAL25, the premier veteran-led summit for innovation, community, and impact.

In this candid episode of Veteran Voices Unfiltered, Ryan Patrick Hunt sits down with Sarah Harrison of INVETS to talk purpose, transition, and building impact after military service. As a retired Army officer with three combat deployments and the founder of Tenth Mountain Recruiting, Ryan shares how his journey from the battlefield to the boardroom was powered by a deep commitment to helping other veterans succeed.

Together, Ryan and Sarah dive into the heart of what makes veteran transitions successful—and where too many get lost. They unpack INVETS’ mission to connect transitioning service members and veterans with meaningful careers in Indiana, while also showcasing how community-driven initiatives, mentorship, and employer partnerships can reshape the future for the military-connected workforce.

Whether you’re in transition, hiring veterans, or just looking for a raw, inspiring conversation—this episode delivers insights and action you won’t want to miss.

Special Thank You to the show sponsor American Heroes Equine Connection. This episode was previously filmed live from the HQ of American Heroes Equine Connection in Indiana.