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The VinnyRoc PodcastFrom Operation Iraqi Freedom to Ultra Marathons: The Incredible Journey of Jason WoodWelcome to the VinnyRoc Podcast. In this powerful episode, host Vincent sits down with Jason Wood—a former U.S. Army officer, combat veteran, and endurance athlete—to share his extraordinary journey of transformation and healing. Jason served seven years on active duty, completing three combat tours in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. After transitioning to civilian life in 2011, he faced personal struggles with PTSD, depression, and alcoholism before discovering the life-changing benefits of endurance sports. Drawing on his experiences, Jason explains how he turned to extreme physical challenges—running 100 miles in under 24 hours on multiple occasions, comple...
2025-02-1453 min
Section Hiking the Appalachian TrailShould you hike alone or with a group? Discuss....In this episode we discuss a recent trip to Shenandoah National Park where we came across two cool groups:
Climb4 and Latinos Outdoors.
This episode then discusses the pros and cons of hiking alone, with a partner, or in a group. There are certainly some good reasons for doing all three.
Here are the Gaia GPS tracks of our recent trip to SNP:
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2024-11-1823 min
It'll Buff: A Podcast for Transitioning Military and Veterans56 | From the Navy to Executive Director of CLIMB4 w/ Leslie IrbyIf you're a trailblazer at heart, love exploring uncharted paths, or are simply eager for your next adventure, this episode is for you.
In this installment, we have an inspiring conversation with Leslie Irby, tracing her journey back to the beginning and why she chose to join the Navy.
Leslie realized early on that traditional schooling wasn't her path. Instead, she was drawn to the idea of carving her own way in the Navy. She enlisted and immediately faced her first significant challenge as part of the effort to...
2024-05-101h 11
Civvies: A MetroStar PodcastPaths Unseen: Navy Veteran's Path on the PCT and Finding Purpose After Military Service | CivviesLeslie Irby, Climb4 Executive Director and American Warrior Association Program Manager, discusses the hard and unseen scars she experienced during her time in the Navy and dealing with the many battles that came after her service. From anxiety and coping with a friend's suicide, Leslie shares the path she created through dark times. She now heads a program that excels in providing the right outdoor and camping gear for those who may find themselves traveling down unforeseen circumstances and leads 5-day programs for female veterans and first responders to heal and prepare for a life of purpose.
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2023-05-031h 01
CLIMB4 PodcastCLIMB4 Podcast #010 - Colin JandtColin Jandt is a former Army Ranger Sniper, and Army explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) technician. Hit by an improvised explosive device (IED) while serving overseas, Colin charges forward with a passion for helping veterans and a steadfast determination to rise above the challenges presented by a traumatic brain injury (TBI), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and adjusting to life after an abrupt end to his over-achieving service in the United States Army.This is his story. Let's hear him tell it.Hike. Climb. Heal.https://www.climb-4.org2020 VA Annual Report on...
2021-04-121h 22CLIMB4 PodcastCLIMB4 Podcast #009 - Bianka DesureBianka is a Navy veteran and currently responsible for all grant writing for CLIMB4. A survivor of military sexual trauma (MST), Bianka's story is one of resilience, fortitude, and serves as testimony to the fighting spirit of those who refuse to give up. An amazing person with a shared passion of helping her fellow veteran community, Bianka's light shines brightly for those who find themselves in the throes of circumstances which seem overwhelming.
This is her story. Let's hear her tell it.
Hike. Climb. Heal.
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2021-02-141h 45CLIMB4 PodcastCLIMB4 Podcast #009 - Matt AllenMatt Allen is a former Army Infantryman and member of the 82nd Airborne. After joining the Army at age 19, Matt served three combat deployments - including 12 months in Iraq, and a combined 15 months in Afghanistan.
Leaving the Army after almost eight years of service, he soon realized something was off. Looking for help, and guided by a friend, Matt found the help he was searching for.
This is his story. I'll let him tell it.
[CLIMB4 Houston, TX Raffle - The Workshop (East End)]
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2020-11-051h 20CLIMB4 PodcastCLIMB4 Podcast #008 - Todd FulkersonTodd is a former Green Beret and combat medic who saw combat in Afghanistan. Returning home, Todd's situation gradually worsened. Coming to grips with the tragedies witnessed overseas, the traumatic impact of the loss of lives, and the vicissitudes of life, Todd came face to face with his worst enemy: himself.
Caught in the throes of addiction with no escape, Todd lives today with a service heart and a willingness to succeed that can only be described as uncanny, uncommon, and miraculous.
This is his story.
[David L. Hurt Tribute]
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2020-10-221h 48CLIMB4 PodcastCLIMB4 Podcast #007 - Andrew PetersonAndrew is a Navy veteran and long-time friend. He and I have known each other for over 10 years now. We were in BUD/S together and in SEAL Qualification Training together. Life had other plans in store for Andy.
Listen in as he talks about his time in the Navy, his transition to being a civilian, and his newfound life as a husband and father.
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2020-10-131h 27CLIMB4 PodcastCLIMB4 Podcast #006 - Cody ConnorCody is a Navy veteran and RIVRON crewman. Cody sustained injuries to his head resulting from motorcycle crash one fateful evening. Miraculously surviving his injuries, doctors said he would never recover from his coma.
Until he did, and his life has been forever changed and in ways he continually becomes conscious of daily.
Cody did more than just recover from the coma ... I'll let him tell the story.
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2020-10-011h 13CLIMB4 PodcastCLIMB4 Podcast #005 - Mark NicolasFormer Navy FMF Corpsman Mark Nicolas joins me to talk about his experiences in Fallujah and life after the military.
[Organizations mentioned during the show]
Warrior's Heart (Strength through healing) - https://www.warriorsheart.com/ (https://www.warriorsheart.com/)
Fallujah Awakens: Marines, Sheiks, and the Battle Against Al Qaeda -
https://www.amazon.com/Fallujah-Awakens-Marines-Sheikhs-Against/dp/1612511287 (https://www.amazon.com/Fallujah-Awakens-Marines-Sheikhs-Against/dp/1612511287)
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2020-07-0400 minCLIMB4 PodcastCLIMB4 Podcast #004 - Jason MaceFormer Army Infantryman Jason Mace, featured in Sebastian Junger's war documentary film "Restrepo," joins the show to speak about his experiences in the Korengal Valley, as well as continue the dialogue on PTSD, substance use, and helping to make an impact on veteran suicides.
[Organizations mentioned during the show]
Warrior's Heart (Strength through healing) - https://www.warriorsheart.com/ (https://www.warriorsheart.com/)
[A Historical Examination of Military Records of US Army Suicide, 1819 to 2017]
https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2757484 (https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2757484)
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2020-06-2100 minCLIMB4 PodcastCLIMB4 Podcast #003 - Melissa Matis"A Life of Contrast." Melissa is a Marine Corps veteran, former police officer, and beauty pageant winner holding a bachelor's degree in Aeronautical Sciences and currently pursuing her master's in Systems Engineering. Not to mention, she has a heart of gold and a determination to give back to her fellow veterans.
[Melissa Matis]
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[Organizations mentioned during the show]
Samaritan House: https://samaritanhouseva.org/
Virginia Gentlemen Foundation: https://www.vagentlemen.com/
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2020-05-2700 minCLIMB4 PodcastCLIMB4 Podcast #002 - Terence S.Terence S. is a former Marine, Iraq War Veteran, and all-around great guy. I thoroughly enjoyed talking with him, as I always do.
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2020-04-2000 minCLIMB4 PodcastCLIMB4 Podcast #001 - Jason WoodJason is a former Army officer and Obstacle Course Race endurance athlete. He aims to raise $50,000 for donations along his journey to compete in the Guinness Book of World Records OCR: World's Highest OCR at Mt. Kilimanjaro.
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Donate to Jason's GoFundMe (click https://www.gofundme.com/f/by3b8-world039s-highest-ocr?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link-tip&utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet (here)) or click the pop-up link on the CLIMB4 website (https://www.climb-4.org)
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2020-03-311h 04
The Smoke PitEscape the VADan interviews Leslie from Climb4 while Mike bangs a whoor in the studio bathroom. He then returns in time to talk about the VA and ghosting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2019-03-1341 min