Tosombra Kimes - Podcast Details

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Social Harmony - Time to TalkEpisode 35 - Scars to Your BeautifulToday is talk with Tosombra "Tai" Adecia about the transition from 'Resilient to Radiance' and so much more...Tai is a one-woman force of nature, with so many stories to share that will resonate with all of us. Having been raised in the military life and going on to carve out her own path, Tai talks about her near-death experiences in daily life, learning what matters and making the brave changes needed to move towards the life she wants to lead as well as showing up as herself.Our conversation as ever is open, honest...2025-06-161h 04

The Way Up Podcast with Geoff KnollHey, Sis! Your Scars Are Beautiful: Tailored Resiliance (Tosombra Kimes)Join Geoff Knoll on an enlightening journey with Tosombra (Tai) Kimes, a beacon of resilience and empowerment, in this riveting episode of The Way Up Podcast. Tai's life has been a testament to overcoming obstacles and finding strength in the face of adversity. Growing up in a military family, she harbored dreams of excelling in various fields - from writing to acting to teaching. However, fear crept into her aspirations, casting shadows of doubt and uncertainty.As Tai matured, fear began to cloud her judgment, leading to imposter syndrome and bouts of self-sabotage. The weight of...2024-03-2752 min

Wise Health For Women RadioGetting What You Want and Wanting it AllLinda Kreter and WiseHealth for Women Radio presents today's show, "Can We Have It All?" with guest Tosombra Kimes. An entrepreneur, mom, wife, caregiver, veteran, a daughter, and a sister, Tosombra shares her thoughts on balance, finances, priorities, and passion. Leadership means serving others to her, and mentoring staff to empower girls and young women (and their parents!) makes for positive and effective modeling for others. Also on iTunes, produced by WiseHealth, and more at www.WiseHealthForWomenRadio.com. Helping Women Thrive!2021-11-0257 min

Wise Health For Women Radio PodcastsGetting What You Want and Wanting it AllLinda Kreter and WiseHealth for Women Radio presents today's show, "Can We Have It All?" with guest Tosombra Kimes. An entrepreneur, mom, wife, caregiver, veteran, a daughter, and a sister, Tosombra shares her thoughts on balance, finances, priorities, and passion. Leadership means serving others to her, and mentoring staff to empower girls and young women (and their parents!) makes for positive and effective modeling for others. Also on iTunes, produced by WiseHealth, and more at www.WiseHealthForWomenRadio.com. Helping Women Thrive!2021-11-0200 min

Military Network RadioKate Germano: Fight Like a GirlLinda Kreter and Military Network Radio, with cohost Tosombra Kimes bring you two incredible veterans sharing their journeys in "Fight Like a Girl". Kate Germano is a Marine, now retired who found leadership at Parris Island perplexing. How does a leader increase productivity, reduce training injuries and turnover get fired? Are women at a disadvantage in the Marines, the only gender-segregated boot camp in the armed services? Kelly Kennedy, her exceptional co-author was Army, where the differences were less stark. A fascinating show about strong women ... Everyone serves and together we make a difference.2019-10-1557 min

Wise Health For Women RadioIs It Possible to Have It All?Linda Kreter and WiseHealth for Women Radio presents today's show, "Can We Have It All?" with guest Tosombra Kimes. An entrepreneur, mom, wife, caregiver, veteran, a daughter, and a sister, Tosombra shares her thoughts on balance, finances, priorities, and passion. Leadership means serving others to her, and mentoring staff to empower girls and young women (and their parents!) makes for positive and effective modeling for others. Also on iTunes, produced by WiseHealth, and more at www.WiseHealthForWomenRadio.com. Helping Women Thrive!2019-07-2457 min

Wise Health For Women Radio PodcastsIs It Possible to Have It All?Linda Kreter and WiseHealth for Women Radio presents today's show, "Can We Have It All?" with guest Tosombra Kimes. An entrepreneur, mom, wife, caregiver, veteran, a daughter, and a sister, Tosombra shares her thoughts on balance, finances, priorities, and passion. Leadership means serving others to her, and mentoring staff to empower girls and young women (and their parents!) makes for positive and effective modeling for others. Also on iTunes, produced by WiseHealth, and more at www.WiseHealthForWomenRadio.com. Helping Women Thrive!2019-07-2400 min

Mil Resource Radio PodcastsFight Like a Girl in the MarinesLinda Kreter and Mil Resource Radio, with cohost Tosombra Kimes bring you two incredible veterans sharing their journeys in "Fight Like a Girl". Kate Germano is a Marine, now retired who found leadership at Parris Island perplexing. How does a leader increase productivity, reduce training injuries and turnover get fired? Are women at a disadvantage in the Marines, the only gender-segregated boot camp in the armed services? Kelly Kennedy, her exceptional co-author was Army, where the differences were less stark. A fascinating show about strong women ... Everyone serves and together we make a difference; 24/7 outreach for military family support.2019-03-2000 min

Mil Resource RadioFight Like a Girl in the MarinesLinda Kreter and Mil Resource Radio, with cohost Tosombra Kimes bring you two incredible veterans sharing their journeys in "Fight Like a Girl". Kate Germano is a Marine, now retired who found leadership at Parris Island perplexing. How does a leader increase productivity, reduce training injuries and turnover get fired? Are women at a disadvantage in the Marines, the only gender-segregated boot camp in the armed services? Kelly Kennedy, her exceptional co-author was Army, where the differences were less stark. A fascinating show about strong women ... Everyone serves and together we make a difference; 24/7 outreach for military family support.2019-03-2055 min

Mil Resource Radio PodcastsPatriot PAWSLinda Kreter and Mil Resource Radio with cohost Tosombra Kimes presents PatriotPAWS. Lori Stevens, Founder and Executive Director of Patriot PAWS has and Terri Stringer share the lengthy process of obtaining a service dog. Matching the right dog with the right veteran for the precise tasks means building relationships, training, and fully observing the entire process. Learn more at www.PatriotPAWS.org; also on iTunes. More at www.MilResourceRadio.com. Everyone serves and together we make a difference - 24/7 outreach for military family support.2018-11-0700 min

Mil Resource RadioPatriot PAWSLinda Kreter and Mil Resource Radio with cohost Tosombra Kimes presents PatriotPAWS. Lori Stevens, Founder and Executive Director of Patriot PAWS has and Terri Stringer share the lengthy process of obtaining a service dog. Matching the right dog with the right veteran for the precise tasks means building relationships, training, and fully observing the entire process. Learn more at www.PatriotPAWS.org; also on iTunes. More at www.MilResourceRadio.com. Everyone serves and together we make a difference - 24/7 outreach for military family support.2018-11-0753 min

Mil Resource RadioHiddenHeroes: The Elizabeth Dole Foundation for Military CaregiversMilResource Radio with Linda Kreter and co-host Tosombra Kimes presents: HiddenHeroes: The Elizabeth Dole Foundation for Military Caregivers. Steve Schwab, the Executive Director, and Laurel Rodewald, Director of Programs at the Dole Foundation talk about the launch of their robust initiative to raise awareness and support for military and veteran caregivers. Learn more about the vital role of caregivers, the National Caregiver Registry -- and the stressors, support, and Coalition united to helping the 5.5 million military caregivers in the United States. Learn more at www.HiddenHeroes.org. Everyone serves and together we make a difference – 24/7 Outreach for Military Family Support! Mo...2018-09-1954 min

Mil Resource Radio PodcastsHiddenHeroes: The Elizabeth Dole Foundation for Military CaregiversMilResource Radio with Linda Kreter and co-host Tosombra Kimes presents: HiddenHeroes: The Elizabeth Dole Foundation for Military Caregivers. Steve Schwab, the Executive Director, and Laurel Rodewald, Director of Programs at the Dole Foundation talk about the launch of their robust initiative to raise awareness and support for military and veteran caregivers. Learn more about the vital role of caregivers, the National Caregiver Registry -- and the stressors, support, and Coalition united to helping the 5.5 million military caregivers in the United States. Learn more at www.HiddenHeroes.org. Everyone serves and together we make a difference – 24/7 Outreach for Military Family Support! Mo...2018-09-1900 min

Military Network RadioFinancial Fitness for Military & Veteran CaregiversLinda Kreter and Military Network Radio with co-host Tosombra Kimes presents guest Jessica Allen, AFC and author of "Financial Fitness for Military & Veteran Caregivers". Here is practical, sound advice from an expert on financial counseling -- and considerations of the military medical system. Everyone serves and together we make a difference. Also on iTunes and more at www.MilitaryNetworkRadio.com.2018-08-0857 min

Military Network RadioMaking Love After Making WarLinda Kreter and Military Network Radio presents: Love After War with guest Dr. Mitchell Tepper. Mitch is a certified sexuality educator, counselor, and sexologist. For veterans and their partners, needed recovery is often silent on sexual wellness, a vital connection for quality of life. Dr. Tepper shares the progress made both with the mechanics of sex (spinal cord, genital injuries, TBI) and the psycho-social, spiritual, and communication aspects, offering hope and solutions. Guest co-host Tosombra Kimes joins Linda today.2018-05-0157 min

Wise Health For Women RadioCan We Have It All?Linda Kreter and WiseHealth for Women Radio presents today's show, "Can We Have It All?" with guest Tosombra Kimes. An entrepreneur, mom, wife, caregiver, veteran, a daughter, and a sister, Tosombra shares her thoughts on balance, finances, priorities, and passion. Leadership means serving others to her, and mentoring staff to empower girls and young women (and their parents!) makes for positive and effective modeling for others. Also on iTunes, produced by WiseHealth, and more at www.WiseHealthForWomenRadio.com. Helping Women Thrive!2018-04-1057 min

Military Network RadioManaging Pain Without NarcoticsLinda Kreter and Military Network Radio with Co-host Tosombra Kimes presents Binyamin Rothstein, D.O. and "Pain Management Without Narcotics". Fundamentally, without getting to the root of the medical problem, it's nearly impossible to find lasting relief. Dr. Rothstein, an osteopathic physician is trained in a more holistic approach to care and healing. He clearly and logically seeks the root cause of each pain issue, and draws a visual of a pain sufferer - and why alternative and complementary approaches to healing may help. Learn more at www.IntegrativePainManagmentCenter.com. Everyone serves and together we make a difference.2018-04-1058 min

Wise Health For Women Radio PodcastsCan We Have It All?Linda Kreter and WiseHealth for Women Radio presents today's show, "Can We Have It All?" with guest Tosombra Kimes. An entrepreneur, mom, wife, caregiver, veteran, a daughter, and a sister, Tosombra shares her thoughts on balance, finances, priorities, and passion. Leadership means serving others to her, and mentoring staff to empower girls and young women (and their parents!) makes for positive and effective modeling for others. Also on iTunes, produced by WiseHealth, and more at www.WiseHealthForWomenRadio.com. Helping Women Thrive!2018-04-1000 min

Military Network RadioFight Like a GirlLinda Kreter and Military Network Radio, with cohost Tosombra Kimes bring you two incredible veterans sharing their journeys in "Fight Like a Girl". Kate Germano is a Marine, now retired who found leadership at Parris Island perplexing. How does a leader increase productivity, reduce training injuries and turnover get fired? Are women at a disadvantage in the Marines, the only gender-segregated boot camp in the armed services? Kelly Kennedy, her exceptional co-author was Army, where the differences were less stark. A fascinating show about strong women ... Everyone serves and together we make a difference.2018-03-2757 min

Dynamic Women Talk RadioQualmsGuests Cynthia Rowland, Kimberly Rinaldi, Lou Paget, Tosombra Kimes, and Ali Katz join Sandra and Linda discuss personal qualms or hesitations. Those moments of doubt that arise, how to master them, and why some situations still raise fluster today. Do women self-sabotage relationships, underestimate their abilities, and how do fears alter our responses? Also on iTunes, Stitcher, and other outlets. Celebrating vibrant women everywhere!2018-01-0957 min

Dynamic Women Talk Radio PodcastsQualmsGuests Cynthia Rowland, Kimberly Rinaldi, Lou Paget, Tosombra Kimes, and Ali Katz join Sandra and Linda discuss personal qualms or hesitations. Those moments of doubt that arise, how to master them, and why some situations still raise fluster today. Do women self-sabotage relationships, underestimate their abilities, and how do fears alter our responses? Also on iTunes, Stitcher, and other outlets. Celebrating vibrant women everywhere!2018-01-0900 min

Mil Resource RadioCompassionate Clowning: PTSD RecoveryMil Resource Radio with Linda Kreter and co-host Tosombra Kimes presents: "Compassionate Clowning for PTSD". Guest, George Patrin, MD, a pediatrician with the VA for 23+ years believed in his work, and helping others. When his 17-year old son, Andrew, took his life while in treatment at the VA, George's life changed forever. Introduced to Patch Adams and the familiar red bulb nose, George and Patch went on humanitarian or compassionate clowning trips and began veteran-only trips - deeply entrenched PTSD was transformed in days. Learn how compassion, laughter, and trained sensing (listening, hearing, sharing compassion) can change the world for...2017-12-1054 min

Mil Resource Radio PodcastsCompassionate Clowning: PTSD RecoveryMil Resource Radio with Linda Kreter and co-host Tosombra Kimes presents: "Compassionate Clowning for PTSD". Guest, George Patrin, MD, a pediatrician with the VA for 23+ years believed in his work, and helping others. When his 17-year old son, Andrew, took his life while in treatment at the VA, George's life changed forever. Introduced to Patch Adams and the familiar red bulb nose, George and Patch went on humanitarian or compassionate clowning trips and began veteran-only trips - deeply entrenched PTSD was transformed in days. Learn how compassion, laughter, and trained sensing (listening, hearing, sharing compassion) can change the world for...2017-12-1000 min

Mil Resource RadioVA Center for Women Veterans, Director Kayla WilliamsMil Resource Radio with Linda Kreter and co-host Tosombra Kimes brings you an update on VA's programs recognizing and serving women veterans. Guest and veteran Kayla Williams is the Director of the Women Veterans Center and an avid advocate for this growing cohort of the veteran population (10.5% by 2020). Through the Center, new and enhanced programs exist for tailored mental health programs, employment, education, comprehensive women's care, IPV, community awareness, outreach, and a positive shift within the internal VA culture. Learn more: www.va.gov/womenvet for programs. Everyone serves and together we make a difference – 24/7 Outreach for Military Family Support! Mo...2017-10-1154 min

Mil Resource Radio PodcastsVA Center for Women Veterans, Director Kayla WilliamsMil Resource Radio with Linda Kreter and co-host Tosombra Kimes brings you an update on VA's programs recognizing and serving women veterans. Guest and veteran Kayla Williams is the Director of the Women Veterans Center and an avid advocate for this growing cohort of the veteran population (10.5% by 2020). Through the Center, new and enhanced programs exist for tailored mental health programs, employment, education, comprehensive women's care, IPV, community awareness, outreach, and a positive shift within the internal VA culture. Learn more: www.va.gov/womenvet for programs. Everyone serves and together we make a difference – 24/7 Outreach for Military Family Support! Mo...2017-10-1100 min

Military Network RadioCrucial Challenges of Military Spouses & DependentsLinda Kreter and Military Network Radio with Co-host Tosombra Kimes bring you today's guest, Lisa Colella, director of HealingHousehold6 speaking on "Crucial Challenges of Military Spouses". As spouses, partners, or dependents, they didn't raise their hand for the Oath, but the military family has distinct challenges. These include isolation, overwhelm, role changes, frequent relocations, mental health risks, depression, suicide, and loss, often without knowledge of where to turn. For each phase, more communication, "onboarding", and responses to transitions for the military family could help alleviate the mental health risks within the amazing military family culture. Everyone serves, and together we...2017-09-1957 min

Military Network RadioHumanitarian Clowning: Alternative Care for PTSDLinda Kreter and Military Network Radio with co-host Tosombra Kimes presents: "Humanitarian Clowning for PTSD". Guest, George Patrin, MD, a pediatrician with the VA for 23+ years believed in his work, and helping others. When his 17-year old son, Andrew, took his life, while in treatment at the VA, George's life changed forever. Introduced to Patch Adams and the familiar red bulb nose, George and Patch went on humanitarian clowning trips and began veteran-only trips - deeply entrenched PTSD was transformed in days. Learn how compassion, laughter, and trained sensing (listening, hearing, sharing compassion) can change the world for veterans. The...2017-08-2258 min

Mil Resource RadioFinancial FitnessMil Resource Radio with Linda Kreter and co-host Tosombra Kimes presents: Jessica Allen, AFC and author of "Financial Fitness for Military & Veteran Caregivers". Enormous financial decisions affect your lives today – and in the future. Here is practical, sound advice from an expert on financial counseling -- and considerations for caregivers in the greater military medical system. Everyone serves and together we make a difference – 24/7 Outreach for Military Family Support! More at www.MilResourceRadio.com.2017-07-1854 min

Mil Resource Radio PodcastsFinancial FitnessMil Resource Radio with Linda Kreter and co-host Tosombra Kimes presents: Jessica Allen, AFC and author of "Financial Fitness for Military & Veteran Caregivers". Enormous financial decisions affect your lives today – and in the future. Here is practical, sound advice from an expert on financial counseling -- and considerations for caregivers in the greater military medical system. Everyone serves and together we make a difference – 24/7 Outreach for Military Family Support! More at www.MilResourceRadio.com.2017-07-1800 min

Dynamic Women Talk RadioAdult Mean GirlsSandra Beck and Linda Kreter present today's round table discussion on Adult Mean Girls. Guests Lou Paget (LA), Cynthia Rowland (OK), and Tosombra Kimes (MO) share their tales of adult mean girls and their very real experiences -- and the motive behind reality shows, social media, and the normalizing of bad behavior. Conflict and malevolence have staying power, but we can choose to observe only, realizing there are only two emotions: Fear and Love. More at www.DynamicWomenTalkRadio.com, iTunes, and produced by Beck Multimedia. Celebrating vibrant, charismatic women everywhere!2017-07-1122 min

Dynamic Women Talk Radio PodcastsAdult Mean GirlsSandra Beck and Linda Kreter present today's round table discussion on Adult Mean Girls. Guests Lou Paget (LA), Cynthia Rowland (OK), and Tosombra Kimes (MO) share their tales of adult mean girls and their very real experiences -- and the motive behind reality shows, social media, and the normalizing of bad behavior. Conflict and malevolence have staying power, but we can choose to observe only, realizing there are only two emotions: Fear and Love. More at www.DynamicWomenTalkRadio.com, iTunes, and produced by Beck Multimedia. Celebrating vibrant, charismatic women everywhere!2017-07-1100 min

Dynamic Women Talk Radio PodcastsDoubtSandra Beck and Linda Kreter present today's round table discussion on the topic of Doubt. Guests Cynthia Rowland, Kimberly Rinaldi, Lou Paget, Tosombra Kimes, and Ali Katz discuss personal doubt moments, how they master them, and why some situations still cause fluster today. Self-sabotage with relationships, underestimating abilities, and fear and perfectionism are discussed with great insights. More at www.DynamicWomenTalkRadio.com, iTunes, and produced by Beck Multimedia.2017-06-2000 min

Dynamic Women Talk RadioDoubtSandra Beck and Linda Kreter present today's round table discussion on the topic of Doubt. Guests Cynthia Rowland, Kimberly Rinaldi, Lou Paget, Tosombra Kimes, and Ali Katz discuss personal doubt moments, how they master them, and why some situations still cause fluster today. Self-sabotage with relationships, underestimating abilities, and fear and perfectionism are discussed with great insights. More at www.DynamicWomenTalkRadio.com, iTunes, and produced by Beck Multimedia.2017-06-2057 min

Military Network RadioPTSD/TBI and Veteran Treatment CourtsLinda Kreter and Military Network Radio with co-host Tosombra Kimes presents "PTSD/TBI and Veteran Treatment Courts. New York native, Dominick Yezzo, J.D., injured Vietnam Army veteran and now court advocate shares how diversion to a Veteran Treatment Court versus standard legal recourse (where appropriate) is saving many young veterans and their families. War brings change, and PTSD and TBI may bring behavioral changes affecting the entire family. VTC has the power to direct life toward treatment and redemption. More at www.YezzoLaw.com. Everyone serves and together we make a difference!2017-06-1357 min

Military Network RadioHealing & Restoring Trust with Vet's PetsMilitary Network Radio and Linda Kreter with Co-host Tosombra Kimes bring you "Healing and Restoring Trust with Vet's Pets". Author Dava Guerin and veteran Leslie Nicole Smith (with highly favored service dog Isaac) share both the background, diversity, and benefits animals bring to vets and their families. Independence, mobility, unconditional love, intuition, and support gives new hope to those with visible and invisible injuries. "Vets & Pets", written by Dava Guerin and Kevin Ferris is now available on Amazon. Everyone serves, and together we make a difference!2017-05-3057 min

Military Network RadioFocus on Women Veterans - VA Director Kayla WilliamsMilitary Network Radio and Linda Kreter with Co-host Tosombra Kimes brings you an update on VA's programs recognizing and serving women veterans. Guest and veteran Kayla Williams is the Director of the Women Veterans Center and an avid advocate for of this growing cohort of the veteran population (10.5% by 2020). Through the Center, new and enhanced programs exist for tailored mental health programs, employment, education, comprehensive women's care, IPV, community awareness, outreach, and a positive shift within the internal VA culture. For more information: www.va.gov/womenvet for programs.2017-05-2357 min

Military Network RadioLove After War, Part 2Linda Kreter and Military Network Radio presents: Love After War, Part 2. Guests Mitch Tepper and Mark Shoen, with Co-host Tosombra Kimes share their progress in creating a moving documentary for returning vets who fight for Intimacy after they have fought the war(s). Tosombra and her husband participated in the film, and it brought great relief, increased love and compassion -- couples are not alone, and visible or invisible injuries may harm. Join us for this hopeful, meaningful show! More at www.LoveAfterWar.org.2017-03-2157 min

Military Network RadioPain Management Without NarcoticsLinda Kreter and Military Network Radio with Co-host Tosombra Kimes presents Binyamin Rothstein, D.O. and "Pain Management Without Narcotics". Fundamentally, without getting to the root of the medical problem, it's nearly impossible to find lasting relief. Dr. Rothstein, an osteopathic physician is trained in a more holistic approach to care and healing. He clearly and logically seeks the root cause of each pain issue, and draws a visual of a pain sufferer - and why alternative and complementary approaches to healing may help. Learn more at www.IntegrativePainManagmentCenter.com.2017-02-0758 min

Military Network RadioValue of Arts Therapy in HealingLinda Kreter and Military Network Radio presents the Value of Arts Therapy in Healing. Major "Mack" Macksam (ret), founder of the Veteran Arts Center of Tampa Bay shares the essential components of their comprehensive arts program. This best-practices program shares all expressive mediums, from painting, to photography, dance, poetry, writing, music, and wearable art -- anything that helps personal expression and growth. Studies prove that the expressive arts promote health and wellbeing for vets and their families, supporting PTSD/TBI/Behavioral Health, including depression treatments. Tosombra Kimes joins Linda today.2016-12-0657 min

Military Network RadioSleep -- More Sleep!Linda Kreter and Military Network Radio presents: Sleep! More Sleep! with Yoga2Sleep founder, Pamela Stokes Eggleston. We already know how important sleep is to our health and well-being, but how do you enhance your ability to establish great sleep habits? Those with PTSD and/or TBI struggle further with restorative sleep, and we discuss myriad ideas, tips, and methods to give you the best sleep possible. Tosombra Kimes joins Linda today as co-host.2016-11-2257 min

Military Network RadioVets & Pets: The Joy and Love of Service AnimalsLinda Kreter and Military Network Radio presents: Vets & Pets, the many stories of the healing value of companion and service animals. Author Dava Guerin and veteran Leslie Nicole Smith (along with the best service dog ever, Isaac) share both the background, diversity, and benefits animals bring to vets and their families. Independence, mobility, unconditional love, intuition, and support gives new hope to those with visible and invisible injuries. Vets & Pets written by Dava Guerin and Kevin Ferris will be released in Sept 2017. Tosombra Kimes joins Linda today.2016-11-0857 min

Military Network RadioStacy Bannerman: Homefront 911Linda Kreter and Military Network Radio presents: Stacy Bannerman, author of Homefront 911: How Families of Veterans are Wounded by Our Wars. The effects of war on veteran families, and especially caregivers of those injured are measurable with profound implications for our nation. Combat vets with PTSD, TBI, moral injury, physical conditions, and unresolved reintegration issues are the tip of the iceberg that represents America's veteran families. Stacy Bannerman's engaging and important book, Homefront 911 forms the conversation that could span a dozen shows. Engaging IN wars takes training and preparation, re-entering society, especially after injury, becomes the nation's equivalent of a "...2016-10-2557 min

Military Network Radio#HiddenHeroes: The Elizabeth Dole Foundation for Military CaregiversLinda Kreter and Military Network Radio presents: #HiddenHeroes: The Elizabeth Dole Foundation for Military Caregivers. Steve Schwab, the Executive Director, and Laurel Rodewald, Director of Programs at the Dole Foundation talk about the launch of their robust initiative to raise awareness and support for military and veteran caregivers. Learn more about the vital role of caregivers, the National Caregiver Registry -- and the stressors, support, and Coalition united to helping the 5.5 million military caregivers in the United States. Tosombra Kimes joins Linda today and find out more at www.HiddenHeroes.org.2016-10-0457 min

Military Network RadioGulf War Vets & Families: Update & RetrospectiveLinda Kreter and Military Network Radio presents a discussion on Gulf War Veterans, their families, and what is known today about the "start" of the war's continuing today in this region. Veteran Dr. Dave Hatfield, a lead researcher in Gulf War Illness, and Veteran Les Davis, long-time veteran advocate talk about their experiences, the effects still affecting them and their families toda. Too few know of the generational questions about toxin exposure and the ill effects of sarin and oil fire exposures which are shared on today's show. Tosombra Kimes joins Linda today.2016-09-2758 min

Military Network RadioMindMate: A New Tool for Alzheimer's, Dementia, and TBILinda Kreter and Military Network Radio presents: MindMate, an intuitive app for tablets that helps those with memory issues maintain a healthier quality of life. Co-Founder Patrick Renner shares the genesis of the application from personal experience with family/friends and Alzheimer's, knowing he could make a difference with technology. Former paster, Terry Morgan suffered a traumatic brain injury and struggled with improvement until he found the elements used on MindMate: memory games, tools, reminders, connection. Bring a renewed self-confidence, an intuitive app that adapts to your skill levels (up and down), is tied to significant research efforts, and connects...2016-09-1357 min

Military Network RadioMilitary Children: What They Learn & NeedLinda Kreter and Military Network Radio presents: Military Children: What They Learn & Need with two great half-hour shows. First half hour, our guest is Jo Ann Regan, PhD, social worker, child of the military, military spouse, and parent. Jo Ann shares the resilience, flexibility, communication, awareness, and the Thrive Where You're Planted philosophy in the military community. At the 30-minute mark, Deanne McNulty joins us to share her ongoing journey in the special needs community, with it's initial upheaval, then greater understanding, and finally, as a "fierce advocate" for her child and others. Both women are fantastic examples of the...2016-07-2657 min