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BasseneJulespesial, God jul og godt nyttår, basser! 🎄✨Det er julespesial, og Bassene går inn på hue og ræva på jul i Norge.Hva gir egentlig julestemning – og hvorfor føles det som man bare taper penger på gaver jo eldre man blir? Når var siste gang du faktisk fikk noe du ønsket deg?Safari tar full kontroll i studio når han avslører den egentlige grunnen til at nordmenn spiser ribbe og pinnekjøtt til jul, og knuser noen seiglivede julemyter underveis.Emil har vært ute i Oslos gater for å finne svaret på hva folk mener er den bes...
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Walking the Genetic LineBeth Martinetti: Family, Fertility, and Identity after Hereditary Cancer DiagnosisEpisode Summary When Beth Martinetti—Pilates instructor, mother of three, and lifelong student of her own body—discovered multiple genetic mutations at 45, it was the latest chapter in a lifetime shaped by both visible and invisible challenges. Beth shares her journey from adolescent injury and Ehlers-Danlos diagnosis, through complicated pregnancies, to a midlife cascade: mysterious symptoms, pivotal encounters with validating doctors, and ultimately, the discovery that she carries BRCA1, CHEK2, and a variant in BARD1. Still in the thick of surgical recovery, Beth invites us into her real-time experience of risk, loss, uncertainty, and the incremental reclaiming of agency and...
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Exposed Vet ProductionsSecondary Conditions Made SimpleWe break down how veterans win claims for secondary conditions and aggravation by using strong medical opinions, baselines, and clear clinical logic. A real case shows how a congenital heart valve, ignored in service, becomes service connected years later with the right evidence.• What a medical opinion or IMO is and why it matters• How pes planus can lead to ankle arthritis• Why sleep apnea often wins as a secondary claim• Obesity as an intermediate step linking pain to apnea• Stacking risk factors instead of relying on one cause• How to service connect inju...
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2025-12-0211 minExposed Vet ProductionsHow To Navigate VA Claims Without Panic Or SharksWe pull back the curtain on VA benefits strategy, exposing scare tactics, claim sharks, and the exact steps that move veterans from small percentages to life-changing SMC. We share real cases, explain Berry bumps, and lay out the fastest ethical path to money in hand.• prioritizing claims for serious, life-threatening conditions• why panic about tinnitus and OSA changes is mostly noise• how C&P observations and language can tank a rating• using 38 CFR 3.350 to reach L, O, and R1• Berry decision basics and buried bump mechanics• avoiding claim sharks and manufactured nexus letters...
2025-11-271h 00Exposed Vet ProductionsChildren of Agent Orange ExposureWe share Mandy’s story of surviving a rare blood disorder, the legacy of her father’s Agent Orange exposure, and the slow, stubborn grind of proving a nexus for care. A frank look at science, policy, and the practical steps families can take when the system lags.• James’s legacy of service, grit and VA advocacy• Mandy’s TTP onset, symptoms and emergency care• Plasmapheresis, remission, relapse and Rituximab• Limits of VA recognition for descendants• Nexus letters from hematologists and documentation• Denials, appeals and media pressure on stalled claims• Research gaps, registries and f...
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Les journaux, ici MayenneLe nouveau stade Le Basser tient son architectedurée : 00:03:00 - Le nouveau stade Le Basser tient son architecte Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les autres épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France.
2025-11-0703 minExposed Vet ProductionsFrom Fort Gordon To A Movement: How One Man Proved Agent Orange Exposure At Home And Changed VA Claims ForeverWe honor James Melvin Cripps with stories that show how one veteran proved stateside Agent Orange exposure and built a community that helps others win. We share the science, the history, the ethics of claims, and the roadmap for carrying his mission forward.• Fort Gordon origins and the first stateside Agent Orange win• Field mixing ratios, “super orange,” and toxic mechanics• Laos spray operations and exposure pathways• Health impacts beyond the presumptive list• Building credible claims and medical opinions• Ethics, vetting, and protecting community trust• Conferences, USVA network, and peer training• Obituary det...
2025-10-171h 09Exposed Vet ProductionsHidden Killers: Asbestos, Agent Orange, And Heart RisksTwo veterans walk through how asbestos, Agent Orange, and burn pit exposure turn into lung disease, heart disease, and real VA ratings that change lives. We share proof strategies, job evidence, and medical tests that win claims, plus practical diabetes and arrhythmia management that supports compensation.• where asbestos hides on ships, in barracks, and in motor pools• how disturbed insulation turns into airborne fibers• jobs and ratings with highest exposure risk• diseases linked to asbestos, COPD, asbestosis, mesothelioma• diagnostic proof that persuades VA raters• building direct exposure cases beyond presumptions• Agent Orange chemist...
2025-10-101h 01Exposed Vet ProductionsFrom Prompt to Proof: Using AI to Build VA-Ready Nexus LettersWe test where AI can actually help veterans build stronger Nexus letters and where it fails hard, from fake citations to the wrong legal phrasing. Bethanie Spangenberg shares practical prompts, research tactics, and quality standards that keep letters credible and readable for VA raters.• defining what a strong Nexus letter must include• “at least as likely as not” vs malpractice language• writing for raters with clear, low-jargon explanations• how AI helps: summaries, translation, structure, prompts• where AI fails: hallucinated sources, generic templates• verifying research, citations, and URLs before use• handling obesity and other medical...
2025-10-031h 02Exposed Vet ProductionsTwo Systems, One Mission: Mastering VHA vs. VBA to protect your care and your claimWe walk through a clear path to enroll in VA healthcare, choose and use primary care for referrals, and separate benefits battles from medical care so you get help faster. We also show how to access geriatrics, housing grants, VR&E, Independent Living, and practical mental health support for families.• enrolling in VA healthcare with DD214 and eligibility review• choosing primary care and preparing a focused first visit• asking for geriatrics at 75+ with complex needs• using referrals to unlock specialty care and prosthetics• separating VBA claims from VHA care to avoid conflict• switching pr...
2025-09-2659 minExposed Vet ProductionsHow a JAG-Turned-Attorney Navigates VA Appeals to Life-Changing ResultsWe trace a veteran’s path from early enlistment to JAG attorney and into VA benefits law, then dig deep into SMC strategy, effective dates, and what it really takes to move from denials to life-changing awards. Along the way, we share wins, warnings, and the tactics that keep claims on track.• service-to-law journey and family-driven practice• scope across RO, BVA, and CAVC• evolving SMC law and teaching others• foot drop framed as loss of use• sequencing to avoid the “P” award trap• paths to R1 and R2 with evidence• HLR wins and earlier eff...
2025-09-1959 minExposed Vet ProductionsFrom Fatigue to Diagnosis: Navigating VA CFS Claims with Medical Proof and StrategyWe draw a sharp line between feeling tired and a true Chronic Fatigue Syndrome diagnosis, then show how to build a VA-ready record with testing, coding, and a precise DBQ. • symptom fatigue versus CFS syndrome and six-month persistence• why ICD-10 G93.32 matters• diagnosis of exclusion and the lab, sleep, and cardio workup• DBQ structure, activity restriction tiers, and functional impact• filing order strategy and when to protect your effective date• pyramiding risks with sleep apnea and cancer ratings• residuals versus primary ratings and case study insights• Gulf War presumptive criteria and compensable t...
2025-09-0554 minExposed Vet ProductionsQuality vs. quotas: how wrong dates cost veterans decades of benefitsWe break down how VA’s push for speed is eroding quality and costing veterans years of backpay through wrong effective dates, misapplied TDIU rules, and missed SMC. Jim Radogna shares practical ways to spot errors early and the fastest paths to fix them.• rising denials and poor-quality grants driven by quotas• missed Intent to File dates and easy HLR/CUE fixes• exam date errors used as improper effective dates• appealing low initial ratings without losing the original date• scope of claim: diabetes complications and radiculopathy• TDIU dates tied to evidence, not the 8940 form
2025-08-291h 02Exposed Vet ProductionsBeyond the Letters: Unlocking VA's Secret Compensation CodesAlex Graham, an accredited non-attorney practitioner for veteran disability, brings his expertise on VA benefits and Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) to help veterans understand their entitlements. Drawing from his Vietnam experience and years of advocacy, Alex illuminates the complex pathways to maximum benefits that many veterans and even VA employees don't fully understand.• Recent "Barry versus McDonough" decision opens new pathways for veterans to receive higher SMC rates• Veterans can file CUE claims dating back to 1971 for improper SMC calculations • Multiple disabilities can now be combined to reach higher SMC levels through "Barry Bumps"• Aid and A...
2025-08-1558 min
Les journaux, ici MayenneStade Lavallois - Ligue 2 : le 24 août 1979, le jour où Le Basser s'est transformé en chaudron contre l'AS Saint-Etiennedurée : 00:03:19 - Le 24 août 1979, le jour où Le Basser s'est transformé en chaudron contre l'AS Saint-Etienne - La réception de l'AS Saint-Etienne le 24 août 1979, (5e journée de D1 à l'époque), est aujourd'hui la meilleure affluence au stade Francis Le Basser de Laval. Avec plus de 20.000 supporters dans les tribunes, c'était du jamais vu. Des acteurs de la rencontre perdue par le Stade Lavallois racontent.
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2025-08-0803 minExposed Vet ProductionsDecoding Your DBQ: A Deep Dive into Thoracolumbar Spine RatingsBethanie Spangenberg from Valor 4 Vet explains the thoracolumbar spine DBQ process and what veterans need to know about back disability evaluations with the VA.• Understanding the difference between clinical vs. VA perspectives on spine anatomy• The DBQ examination covers both thoracic and lumbar spine despite their distinct functions• Most degenerative spine issues begin at the L5-S1 junction due to biomechanical stress• Range of motion testing requires documentation of pain onset and limitations during flare-ups• Radiculopathy testing includes strength, reflexes, sensation, and straight leg raising• Veterans with spinal fusion may qualify for higher ratin...
2025-08-081h 00Les journaux, ici Mayenne"Tout bénéfique pour le quartier", les habitants des Pommeraies à Laval impatients de voir le stade Le Basser rénovédurée : 00:03:19 - L'info d'ici, ici Mayenne - Avant la reprise de la Ligue 2 de football ce samedi 9 août 2025, et la réception de l'ASSE pour le Stade Lavallois, ICI Mayenne vous propose une série de reportages à 7h32. C'est la dernière saison intégrale pour le stade Francis Le Basser qui sera bientôt rénové dans les grandes largeurs.
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2025-08-0503 minExposed Vet ProductionsThe Future of VA Claims: A Conversation with Jerome SpearmanJerome Spearman, accredited VA claims agent, shares his expertise on navigating the complex VA disability system and the future of veteran advocacy. As a veteran himself, Jerome brings a unique perspective combining military experience, nursing background, and passion for helping fellow veterans receive the benefits they deserve.• The VA disability system faces significant challenges with a high denial rate for initial claims• Creating clear, organized medical chronologies can help veterans present stronger claims• Only 6 million out of 17 million veterans receive VA compensation benefits• Gulf War veterans face unique challenges in navigating the claims process due to f...
2025-08-011h 02Exposed Vet ProductionsVeterans' Survivor Benefits ExplainedWe dive deep into veterans' survivor benefits, exploring what spouses and dependents are entitled to when a veteran passes away due to a service-connected condition. This important discussion covers financial support, healthcare coverage, and practical steps for preparing the necessary documentation.• Dependent Indemnity Compensation (DIC) provides monthly payments to surviving spouses of veterans who died from service-connected conditions• When a veteran dies with an active claim, surviving spouses must file for DIC and accrued benefits within 30 days• CHAMPVA offers 80% medical coverage for surviving spouses with no premium costs• Spouses can receive burial benefits, education assistan...
2025-07-2557 minExposed Vet ProductionsWhy Experience Matters: A Veteran Advocate's PerspectiveOur discussion with veteran advocate John Dorle reveals the current state of VA claims processing, highlighting both ongoing frustrations and notable improvements in appeals wait times.• VA claims process still operates on a "delay, delay, delay until veterans quit" philosophy• Board of Veterans Appeals wait times have improved from 40 months to 8-12 months• Filing claims without a formal diagnosis can be strategic, especially for conditions like hearing loss• Understanding the three appeals tracks: supplemental claim, higher-level review, and Board appeal• Professional representation from accredited claims agents offers veterans strategic advantages• Veterans with R2 ratings s...
2025-07-1858 minExposed Vet ProductionsCervical Spine: Breaking Down the DBQThe cervical spine DBQ process has undergone significant improvements, providing clearer guidelines for examiners and potentially better outcomes for veterans with neck conditions.• Cervical spine anatomy includes vertebrae, discs, and nerve roots that can be compressed through injury or degeneration• Recent improvements to the DBQ require examiners to document when pain begins during range of motion testing, not just maximum movement• Veterans should be rated based on where pain starts—verbalize when you feel pain during the exam by saying "ouch"• Physical therapy records during flare-ups provide valuable evidence for claims and appeals• Bring your o...
2025-07-091h 02Exposed Vet ProductionsWhat Veterans Need to Know About Berry vs. McDonoughAlex Graham, a VA accredited appeals agent, unpacks the revolutionary impact of Berry vs. McDonough on Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) claims and explains how veterans can now receive multiple "Berry Bumps" to dramatically increase their benefits.• SMC ratings are frequently misunderstood by veterans, VSOs, and even VA employees• The Federal Circuit Court decision in Berry vs. McDonough now allows for multiple half-step increases under 38 CFR 3.350F3• Veterans with SMCL and additional 50%+ ratings for separate conditions can receive substantial compensation increases• Qualifying conditions must be separate and distinct, such as Parkinson's, mental health, heart disease, and resp...
2025-06-271h 03Exposed Vet ProductionsNavigating VA Appeals: A Veteran's RoadmapVeterans have multiple options when appealing VA claim denials, and understanding these pathways can mean the difference between receiving deserved benefits or walking away with nothing.• Three main appeal options: High-Level Review, Supplemental Claim, and Board of Veterans Appeals• High-Level Review involves senior review of existing evidence without submitting anything new• Supplemental Claims allow submission of new, relevant evidence to support your case• Documentation is critical – highlight important information in your records to make it easily findable• Consider getting outside medical opinions to strengthen your case ($120 investment could result in thousands monthly)• Board of Veter...
2025-06-2054 minExposed Vet ProductionsVA Claims: From Filing to DecisionFiling a VA disability claim requires understanding the process from beginning to end and preparing all necessary evidence before submission.• Call 1-800-827-1000 to establish an intent to file, which gives you one year to prepare your claim while preserving your effective date• Collect medical evidence from both VA and private healthcare providers to support your claim• Submit all conditions on the same initial 526-EZ form to maintain your original effective date• Consider working with an accredited Veterans Service Officer who has VBMS access rather than filing alone• When denied, explore all three appe...
2025-06-1359 minExposed Vet ProductionsBeyond Range of Motion: What Veterans Need to Know About Knee DBQsFormer VA Compensation and Pension examiner Bethanie Spangenberg breaks down the complex process of VA knee disability claims, sharing insider knowledge on how veterans can better prepare for their exams and secure fair compensation.• Knee DBQ is 14 pages long but typically one of the easiest musculoskeletal exams to complete• Veterans should provide detailed evidence including when symptoms started, specifics of injuries, imaging reports, and surgical documentation• Describing flare-ups accurately is crucial - veterans should know what triggers them and how they impact daily functioning• Veterans should verbalize when pain begins during range of motion testing
2025-06-061h 01Exposed Vet ProductionsWhen Service Officers Fail: Fighting for Veterans' Rights Against All OddsJohn Stacy welcomes James Cripps and Ray Cobb, the first two veterans to receive service connection for Agent Orange exposure that occurred within the continental United States, breaking through decades of denial.• Inadequate training for Veterans Service Officers who receive just five days of instruction focused on passing a basic test rather than comprehensive knowledge• Many service officers secure positions through connections rather than merit, creating a "buddy system" that fails veterans• The rising phenomenon of "claim sharks" - for-profit entities filling gaps created by inadequate free services• Detailed discussion of Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) and...
2025-05-2356 minExposed Vet ProductionsBreaking Through VA's SMC Calculator FailuresSpecial Monthly Compensation offers pathways to significantly higher VA disability compensation for severely disabled veterans, with key court decisions improving access to these benefits.• Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) ratings can progress from S to L to M to N to R1 to R2• VA's SMC calculator is broken, incorrectly calculating benefits in 13 out of 19 regional offices• Aid and attendance (SMC-L) can be granted for conditions rated less than 100% when warranted• The VA fails to properly infer SMC entitlements despite legal obligations to do soTune in live every Thursday at 7 PM...
2025-05-161h 02Exposed Vet ProductionsChoosing Your VA RepresentativeSelecting the right representative for your VA claim can determine whether you spend years fighting denials or receive timely approval and the benefits you've earned.• Veterans have three main options for representation: Veterans Service Officers (VSOs), accredited VA appeals agents, or attorneys• VSOs provide free services but vary greatly in quality and accessibility• Ensure your representative has proper accreditation and access to the Veterans Benefits Management System (VBMS)• Don't hesitate to change representation if you're receiving inadequate service• Learn to navigate VA.gov yourself to monitor your claim status and submit evidence if needed
2025-05-091h 00Exposed Vet ProductionsVA Disability Denials: Exposing the NonsenseBethanie Spangenberg, former VA C&P examiner and CEO of Valor 4 Vet, breaks down shocking VA denial patterns and provides strategies for veterans to fight back against illogical denials.• Copy-pasted medical opinions appearing in denials across different regional offices • VA examiners citing general risk factors without considering veterans' specific medical conditions• Cases where non-medical VA staff insert their own medical opinions into denial decisions• Examples of VA omitting service periods that contain evidence supporting claims• How the VA repeatedly claims obesity is "a choice" despite service-connected conditions limiting physical activity• Understanding the growing evide...
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