The Veritable Veteran Podcast
Episodes
064 | Moral Injury, OnlyVets, and Kat's Swear Jar
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, the hosts delve into the complex topic of moral injury, its distinction from PTSD, and how the mental health system and insurance in...
063 | Military Sexual Trauma: Sarah's Story of Survival
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Veritable Veteran Podcast, Sarah DuFour shares her powerful story as a survivor of military sexual trauma (MST). She discusses ...
062 | Regarding the VAs shenanigans, Project 2025, and the CBO Options Affecting Veterans
20 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Veritable Veteran podcast, the host discusses the recent VA rule amendment regarding disability ratings and its implications, p...
061 | "An American In Kyiv" John G Sennett Sr.
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Veritable Veteran Podcast, John Sennett shares his unique journey from military service to living in Ukraine during the ongoing...
060 | Standing In The Gap For Veterans with Kat and Aaron Dugan: Part Two
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this engaging podcast episode, the hosts navigate through technical challenges while sharing personal stories about their military experiences, par...
059 | Standing In The Gap For Veterans with Kat and Aaron Dugan: Part One
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this engaging podcast episode, the hosts navigate through technical challenges while sharing personal stories about their military experiences, par...
058 | Chris Kruger: "Walking Away From The Ledge"
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Veritable Veteran Podcast, Chris Krueger shares his journey from military service to writing his memoir, 'Walking Away from the...
057 | Great Faith and Great Struggle Can Exist In The Same Place...
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Veritable Veteran podcast, the host discusses the intersection of faith and mental health, emphasizing that struggles with ment...
056 | That caught me off guard...
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Veritable Veteran Podcast, the host reflects on recent life changes and opportunities that have caused stress and contemplation...
055 | Taking Ownership To Get Stuff Done
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Evan discusses the importance of taking ownership of what you need done and following up with people who you may be waiting on to do ...
054 | 16 Marriage Tips From 16 Years of Marriage
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Veritable Veteran Podcast, hosts Evan and Lydia celebrate their 16th wedding anniversary by reflecting on their journey togethe...
053 | Why Do The Holidays Suck?
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Veritable Veteran Podcast, the host discusses the complexities of the holiday season, emphasizing the stress and expectations t...
052 | Writing For Yourself: Processing Trauma Through Writing
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Veritable Veteran Podcast, the host discusses the significance of writing as a therapeutic tool for veterans, particularly in p...
051 | "Every Third Saturday" and Moral Injury
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The conversation delves into the critical distinction between moral injury and PTSD, emphasizing that while treatments for moral injury can assist wit...
050 | Embracing Hiccups and Changes as Opportunities
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, The Veritable Veteran and his wife Lydia emphasize the importance of responding to God's calling and the potential impact one ca...
049 | Reshare of Episode 3: "I Didn't Do Enough..."
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The conversation explores the common misconceptions veterans have about their military service, particularly the feeling of inadequacy and the pursuit...
048 | 3 Keys to Growing Your Relationships
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Veritable Veteran Podcast, the host discusses three essential keys to personal growth: authenticity, unshakability, and account...
047 | "How do you see yourself?"
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Veritable Veteran Podcast, the host explores the themes of self-perception, identity, and the impact of anger on personal growt...
046 | Moral Injury vs. PTSD
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Veritable Veteran Podcast, the host delves into the concept of moral injury, particularly as it relates to veterans and their m...
045 | Part 2: Eric Donoho and the Issues Surrounding the Modern Veteran
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Eric Donoho shares his journey as a veteran and the importance of storytelling, faith, and community in overcoming challenges. He dis...
044 | Part 1: Eric Donoho and the concept of "Moral Injury"
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Eric Donoho and The Veritable Veteran discuss the pressing issues facing veterans today, including the persistent suicide crisis...
043 | Tony Camacho and His Life as a "Weekend Warrior"
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Tony Camacho shares his extensive military journey, detailing his experiences in the Marine Corps, transitioning to law enforcement, ...
042 | Tyler Hebert and the Rock That Ruined a Career
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Veritable Veteran podcast, Tyler Hebert shares his unique journey as an Army veteran, detailing his experiences from joining th...
041 | That Veteran and His Wife: "The Aftermath of Injustice"
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt episode of "The Veritable Veteran," we delve into the personal struggles and mental health challenges faced by a veteran navigating ...
040 | The Day God Saved My Life...
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt episode of The Veritable Veteran, we delve into the profound impact of faith and belief in God as a source of strength and purpose. ...
039 | That Veteran and His Wife (she's back!)
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
That Veteran and His Wife (she's back!)Join us as we dive into the journey of a veteran navigating life's ups and downs. From homeschooling challenges...
038 | "From surviving to Thriving" Ethan Beck's Story
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Veritable Veteran Podcast, Ethan Beck, a four-year Army veteran, shares his journey from military service to civilian life. He ...
037 | Andrew Becker and "I'll Carry You Home" Part 2
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Veritable Veteran podcast, Andrew Becker shares his journey from a small farming community in Washington to serving as a...
036 | Andrew Becker and "I'll Carry You Home"
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Veritable Veteran podcast, Andrew Becker shares his journey from a small farming community in Washington to serving as a...
035 | Josh and a Russian Sub Off the East Coast
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Josh McCabe, an eight-year Navy veteran and sonar technician, shares his journey from military service to civilian life. He discusses...
034 | We're back...
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Veritable Veteran: We're BackDescription: Welcome back to The Veritable Veteran Podcast! In this episode, I open up about my personal journey thro...
033 | Where Am I Called To Serve? : 7 Steps To Identify Your Service Assignment
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Want to serve but don't know where to start? Follow these 7 steps and discover who and where you are best equipped to serve!https://giftstest.com/test...
032 | What Advice Would You Give Yourself : After Leaving The Military?
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you could travel back in time to your first day out of the military, what is one piece of advice you would give yourself?
031 | What Advice Would You Give Yourself: Before Joining the Military?
05 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you could travel back in time to the day you joined the military, what's one thing you would tell yourself?
030 | "It's raining, give yourself some extra space"
26 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When were driving in the rain, we always give ourselves extra space, because we know it takes us longer to stop in the rain than it does on dry paveme...
029 | From Devil Dog to Army Dog: Cam's Transition Story
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Cam has a unique transition story, as well as a unique perspective on military service and the priority of family over everything else. His story serv...
028 | Sorry For Disappearing...
07 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The last month has been especially difficult for me, which is why I have been absent. In this episode, I get into some of the details of why I Was gon...
027 | Why Is Leaving The Brotherhood So Difficult?
04 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Most veterans I have spoken with have said one of their number one struggles is losing the camaraderie of the military. Why is that? In this episode, ...
026 | It's Ok To Be Dangerous...
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's ok to be a dangerous person, just don't walk around with a chip on your shoulder looking for a fight. The truly dangerous people are the quiet on...
025 | Interviewing The Veritable Veteran
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Lydia interviews Evan with a series of questions he hasn't seen yet in order to get his honest answers.
024 | How 9/11 Changed Our Lives
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
9/11 was a pivotal moment, not only in the history our country, but also in the story of our lives. Each of us was affected in different ways, but ult...
023 | I Wouldn't Change A Thing...
09 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A lot of people ask me if I regret joining the military, since I have described how difficult it was for me to get out after serving for 11 years. My ...
022 | Expecting the Unexpected
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The military prepares us, both as service members and as families, to expect the unexpected, so why do so many veteran families seem to struggle when ...
021 | Secret Struggles of the Veteran Spouse
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We often hear about PTSD and the struggles veteran's face, but we typically don't hear much about what the spouse goes through. In this episode, my wi...
020 | Ounces = Pounds, Pounds = Pain
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
All too often, we veterans feel the need to carry the weight of our burdens alone. We fear that if we were to open up to others, we would simply becom...
019 | The Mission of A Healthy Marriage
22 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After one of my recent Instagram videos creating some interesting conversation and receiving a bit of backlash, my wife and I discuss that video and w...
018 | Does Positive Self-Talk Really Work?
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Positive self-talk sounds a lot like some hippie mumbo-jumbo, but does it really work? In this episode, I give 5 tips as to how you can use self-talk ...
017 | 3 Unexpected Transition Struggles We Faced
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we share three transition struggles we were not prepared to deal with.Friendships being harder.Having to re-learn married life togeth...
016 | 3 Reasons Combat Vets Struggle to Transition
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Studies show veterans with combat experience have a harder time transitioning out of the military than those without combat experience. Why is that? I...
015 | Our Military Life Pre-Transition Story (Part Two)
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this continuation of our military life story before transitioning out of the military, my wife and I share further about some deep, difficult valle...
014 | Showing Up, Even When You Don't Feel Like It
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Stay consistent, even when you don't want to. You don't need to demand perfection from yourself everyday. Keep moving forward, even if you're on your ...
013 | Our Military Life Pre-Transition Story (Part One)
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
All too often, we forget or don't even realize how much the constant-moving military life affects our personal lives. Two completely separate worlds c...
012 | Navigating Relationships Through Mental Storms
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Relationships with those closest to us are the most challenging, yet the most rewarding at the same time. In this episode, I discuss the litany of thi...
011 | A Walking Contradiction?
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"So, I guess we're all the same!"Exactly! You are not alone in what you are feeling!In lieu of a recent video that went semi-viral on the Veritable Ve...
010 | You Have To Be More Specific...
09 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In life, we experience stress and anxiety all the time, but what specifically is stressing us out? Rather than only saying we are tired or stressed, w...
BONUS | July 4th
02 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Independence Day!
008 | Preventative Maintenance
01 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Every machine requires some level of preventative maintenance and the more you use it, the more maintenance it requires. Our minds and bodies are the ...
007 | "My trauma is better than yours!"
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Veterans and active duty military members have a difficult time talking about the trauma they have experienced. One big reason is too many people wear...
006 | You can't just move on...
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is for those in close relationship with veterans. It is intended to put words to the thoughts veterans have and to help the people in the...
005 | My Best Friend's Journey
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this first interview episode, I get to interview my best friend of 20+ years, Bryce. He shares his perspective on his military service, leaving the...
004 | Don't Be a Victim
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Too many veterans see themselves as a victim of their service. As veterans, we need to stop seeing ourselves, and allowing ourselves to be seen as vic...
003 | "I didn't do enough..."
22 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Veterans served their country, so why do so many of them feel as if they didn't do enough? Why do some veterans cringe when someone tells them, "thank...
002 | Post-Military Identity Disorder
22 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining the military straight out of high school caused me to cling to the military for my identity. I didn't really know who I was as a man when I en...
001 | My Personal Post-Military Struggles
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryThe Veritable Veteran Podcast aims to address the emotional struggles veterans face when transitioning to civilian life. I share personal exper...
: About the show...
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Just the basic premise behind what this show is and why we do it.