HOMEFRONT SITREP

HOMEFRONT SITREP

HomeFront SitRep is a powerful and heartfelt veteran-led podcast dedicated to giving a voice to those who have served—and those who continue to serve behind the scenes. It stands as a platform for real stories, real impact, and real people who genuinely care about the veteran community—not just as statistics, but as brothers, sisters, and family. This podcast shines a spotlight on the grassroots: the unsung, often-overlooked mom-and-pop nonprofit organizations that are boots-on-the-ground, showing up daily for veterans. These aren’t corporate machines or big-budget operations—they're passionate individuals and small teams who lead with heart, often formed by veterans or military families who know the struggle firsthand. HomeFront SitRep celebrates these organizations that haven’t lost sight of humanity, offering support, services, and community without red tape or fine print. But the mission doesn’t stop there. The show also brings in a vibrant cross-section of the veteran community—highlighting veteran-owned businesses, showcasing the creativity of veteran authors and musicians, and laughing alongside veteran comedians. Each episode dives deep into personal journeys, challenges, and triumphs, giving veterans from all walks of life a chance to share their story, their mission, and their voice. Whether it's a Marine turned mental health advocate, an Army veteran launching a clothing brand, or a Navy vet writing their first book, HomeFront SitRep serves as a rally point for veterans and patriots alike. It’s not just a podcast—it’s a mission to build connection, community, and conversation. This is where the fight continues—on the home front. This is HomeFront SitRep.

Episodes

February 25, 2026 77 mins
Tip of the Spear: A Veterans Roundtable is a collaborative, veteran-led media initiative designed to provide an unfiltered forum for serious discussion on the issues that matter most to those who have served and to the nation they continue to defend. Built on a coalition model rather than a single host or brand, the roundtable brings together respected veteran-run podcasts and platforms to engage in thoughtful, experience-driven di...
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On this episode of HomeFront Sitrep, we sit down with Michael Allen — better known as The Tactician Musician — a former Army Special Forces Green Beret who traded combat deployments for chords and lyrics. After years serving at the tip of the spear, Michael faced a new mission: navigating life after service. Instead of suppressing the memories, the identity shifts, and the emotional weight that so many veterans carry, he turned th...
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This week on HomeFront Sitrep, we go international and sit down with British Army veteran Ben Read, founder and CEO of Redeployable—a groundbreaking organization dedicated to helping service members successfully transition from military life into high-performing civilian careers. After serving as a Sergeant in the British Army, Ben experienced firsthand the identity shift, career uncertainty, and structural barriers many veterans f...
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On this episode of HomeFront Sitrep, we step inside the world of SOF Missions — a nonprofit created specifically to serve the Special Operations community long after the operational tempo slows down. Special Operations service is different. The deployments are longer. The teams are smaller. The standards are higher. The bonds are tighter. And when that chapter closes, the transition can feel abrupt and isolating. SOF Missions was...
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When the mission ends overseas, the responsibility doesn’t end at home. In this episode of HomeFront SitRep, we take a hard, honest look at what happens to the families left behind—specifically the children of fallen service members—and the role we all play in standing the watch for them. We’re spotlighting A Soldier’s Child Foundation, a nonprofit that has made it their mission to provide long-term, consistent support to Gold Sta...
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In this episode, we sit down with Shannon Book, a retired United States Navy Hospital Corpsman whose life story bridges combat service, brotherhood with the Marine Corps, and healing through music. Shannon enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1994, serving for more than 17 years as a Fleet Marine Force Corpsman—one of the most demanding and respected roles in military medicine. Embedded with Marine units, he deployed to Iraq, where he pro...
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Tip of the Spear: A Veterans Roundtable is a collaborative, veteran-led media initiative designed to provide an unfiltered forum for serious discussion on the issues that matter most to those who have served and to the nation they continue to defend. Built on a coalition model rather than a single host or brand, the roundtable brings together respected veteran-run podcasts and platforms to engage in thoughtful, experience-driven di...
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The Field Op is a veteran-driven podcast built to inform, connect, and empower the military community through honest conversation and shared experience. Designed as both a resource and a gathering place, the show speaks directly to active-duty service members, veterans, and military families navigating the realities of service, transition, and life beyond the uniform. Each episode explores the full spectrum of veteran life — from ...
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In this episode, we sit down with Kountry Mike—country music artist, comedian, and veteran advocate known for blending traditional country sound with humor and heart. Born Mike Bova, Kountry Mike grew up surrounded by music, picked up the guitar at a young age, and eventually forged a unique path that combines stand-up comedy, original country songs, and high-energy live performances. Since launching his touring career in 2012, Ko...
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Charles Tapp II is a U.S. Air Force veteran, former senior federal executive, and nationally respected leader in Veterans policy, benefits administration, and government modernization. His career spans more than two decades of service at the intersection of military operations, federal leadership, and Veteran-focused transformation. Charles began his career as a commissioned officer in the United States Air Force, serving ten year...
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Heroes’ Hunt for Veterans is a veteran-focused 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring U.S. military service by providing fully guided, cost-free hunting experiences for veterans. Founded and operated with a strong grassroots ethos, the organization leverages the outdoors—specifically hunting—as a means of restoration, camaraderie, and appreciation for those who have served. Mission and Philosophy At its core, Hero...
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Back on Watch: A New Season with HomeFront SitRep signals more than a return—it represents a renewed commitment to stand the watch for the veteran and military-connected community long after active service ends. In this season, HomeFront SitRep once again brings forward the voices that are too often overlooked or simplified. The podcast is led by veterans and shaped by lived experience, creating a trusted space for honest, unscrip...
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January 15, 2026 107 mins
Tip of the Spear: A Veterans Roundtable is a collaborative, veteran-led media initiative designed to provide an unfiltered forum for serious discussion on the issues that matter most to those who have served and to the nation they continue to defend. Built on a coalition model rather than a single host or brand, the roundtable brings together respected veteran-run podcasts and platforms to engage in thoughtful, experience-driven di...
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Colonel Trey Morriss is a distinguished retired United States Air Force officer whose career is closely tied to one of the most secretive and consequential missions in modern airpower history. As an Electronic Warfare Officer (EWO) with the 596th Bomb Squadron, Morriss was part of an elite cadre of airmen operating B-52 Stratofortress bombers at a time when electronic warfare, long-range strike capability, and strategic deterrence ...
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The Overwatch Initiative, founded and led by Shane Santelli, is a developing nonprofit organization built on a singular, urgent mission: to ensure that veterans and first responders—individuals who have spent their lives protecting others—are not left to struggle alone when the weight of trauma, addiction, and transition becomes overwhelming. Santelli’s vision is shaped by firsthand understanding of the mental, emotional, and physi...
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Joe Yurick is a United States Army veteran, storyteller, and sobriety advocate whose life journey has become a source of strength and inspiration for countless members of the veteran community. He entered the Army in 2000 through the delayed-entry program, beginning his military career at Fort Sill in Oklahoma before moving on to advanced training at Fort Bliss, Texas, where he specialized in operating the PATRIOT missile system. H...
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The All-American Heroes Foundation (AAHF) is a Washington-based nonprofit dedicated to uplifting veterans, active-duty service members, first responders, and the caregivers who support them every day. Rooted in the belief that healing doesn’t always happen in a clinical setting, AAHF focuses on restoring mental wellness through outdoor adventure, community connection, and shared purpose. Their signature approach—known as “outdoor w...
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Corporal Matthew Bradford’s story is one that doesn’t just inspire—it stops you in your tracks and forces you to rethink what the human spirit is capable of. Born with a deep desire to serve, Bradford enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and deployed to Iraq, where he quickly earned a reputation as a dedicated Marine and a loyal teammate. But on January 18, 2007, during a patrol in Haditha, everything changed in an instant. B...
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This episode takes listeners on a deep, immersive journey into the evolving world of veteran leadership, where firsthand combat experience meets high-level national policy. Garrett Exner’s story serves as the backbone of this conversation—a Marine with nearly fourteen years in special operations who carried the lessons of Iraq, North Africa, East Africa, and the South Pacific into the strategic heart of Washington, D.C. His transit...
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December 4, 2025 64 mins
HomeFront SitRep is a powerful and heartfelt veteran-led podcast dedicated to giving a voice to those who have served—and those who continue to serve behind the scenes. It stands as a platform for real stories, real impact, and real people who genuinely care about the veteran community—not just as statistics, but as brothers, sisters, and family. This podcast shines a spotlight on the grassroots: the unsung, often-overlooked mom-an...
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