The Back Brief
Hosted by Army combat veteran Rod Rodriguez and featuring the Connecting Vets team of reporters, The Back Brief is a weekly show featuring the top veteran stories of the week.
Mon, February 13, 2023
Aliens, Chinese balloons, WHAT did we shoot down???
We've shot down one Chinese balloon and three UFOs! Unprecedented aerial combat in peace time! What did we shoot down? The gov is being really secretive about it, aliens? What do you think think Back Brief Nation?
Sat, February 04, 2023
Chinese Spy Balloons, the frozen north, and Santos promises
The title says it all, we're talking Chinese Spy Balloons getting blown out of the sky (FINALLY), the arctic blast hitting the country, and the dud of the episode award goes to...
Thu, December 15, 2022
Russia releases Griner, Whelan still CAPTIVE, and an SF guy is taking over the Army!
Did you know who Paul Whelan was before the Griner release? We get into it! Don't take a knee on this episode, or else? Also, a Green Beret is about to take on the conventional Army! Will he free us from the oppresion of not having beards??? We'll find out!
Thu, December 01, 2022
Guns and mental health, chugging beers out of prosthetic legs, and Cocaine Bear!
Red Flag Laws look like their rearing their ugly head again, this time in Hawaii! Will these mishaps push vets and servicmembers to lie about their mental health? Plus, an update on the murder of Vanessa Guillen, a Marine chugs beer out of her prosthetic leg, and what's this about a Cocaine Bear movie?
Thu, November 24, 2022
Did the Associated Press (AP) almost start a war?
Last week's news story DEBACLE reported by the Associated Press (AP) caused nations to fingerpoint, tensions to rise to their highest, and one journalist was fired! Did the AP almost cause ARMEGGEDON? Also, Air Force graduations are weird... Like, Listen, and Subscribe! Available every where you listen to podcasts
Thu, November 17, 2022
Walking Back World War 3
Poland, Russia, nuclear holocaust, and some tin foil hat stuff! This is The Back Brief! LISTEN and SUBSCRIBE
Thu, November 03, 2022
Avatar was anti-military and it's getting a sequel!
ISIS, Taliban, and Avatar. What do they have in common? Insurgents and anti-American values. But at least the first two are open about it! In this episode I'm talking about why NOW is the "perfect" time for the Avatar sequel and is this a sign of the pendulum swing? LISTEN and SUBSCRIBE
Wed, October 26, 2022
Body Mass Index is still STUPID!
The Body Mass Index is a broken system that the Army continues to defend despite creating an entirely new fitness standard! Somehow your looks are more importance than your fitness! Where do you rate on the BMI? Is it a good system?
Sun, June 19, 2022
Russia and Order 66
We're back with a new episode! We're talking Russia, Ukraine, the EU, and NUKES! Will daddy stop hitting mommy? Find out on this episode of The Back Brief! Email me at rod@connectingvets.com
Fri, December 17, 2021
The Biggest Story NOONE is talking about...
Is this the story of the century? Are we NOT alone? Why doesn't anyone care? Also Ghislaine Maxwell, why isnt that all over the news?
Mon, November 22, 2021
Rittenhouse Syndrome
New Devil Dog in my world and the trial of Kyle Rittenhouse is done! Not exactly Veteran news but definitely news for Veterans... Email me your comments at rod@connectingvets.com
Wed, November 10, 2021
Veterans Day has some bite!
A short Veterans Day message from host Rod Rodriguez. Does this Vet day hit a bit different for you? Like, Listen, Subscribe, and Share this podcast!
Sat, September 11, 2021
Biden mandates vaccines, Tim Kennedy catches heat, and 9/11
President Biden is mandating "large" companies have vaccinated employees. This move could affect millions of Americans. We talk about some recent controversy around Special Forces Master Sergeant and Social Media personality Tim Kennedy, why some SOF vets are mad. Then we tackle the topic of 9/11... You can follow Rod Rodriguez on Twitter @rodpodrod Subscribe and Share the Back Brief, available everywhere you listen to podcasts or go to ConnectingVets.com
Wed, September 01, 2021
National Pull-Out Day, No Dog Left Behind, and a USMC LTC commits career Sepuku
We talk the National Pull-Out of Afghanistan and whether we could have won the forever war. Then did we leave military working dogs behind in Kabul. And finally we talk about USMC LTC Scheller and his videos calling on leadership to take responsibility. Follow Rod Rodriguez on Twitter @rodpodrod
Thu, August 12, 2021
Mandatory Vaccines for the DoD, healthcare worker goes off on Soldier, and sports fans can suck
The SECDEF says mandatory vaccine policy is enroute but some servicembers are already pissed. Then a Tik Tok video goes viral showing a healthcare worker going psycho "Karen" on a Soldier, should this have turned into a fist fight? Then we wrap it up with the Olympics and why some sports fans are the WORST. Shoot me an email at rod@connectingvets.com or follow me on Twitter @rodpodrod
Thu, August 12, 2021
WTF about Afghanistan?
Are we watching 20 years of work in Afghanistan go down the drain? The Taliban are taking the country back, our embassy is in danger of being overrun, and the Marines are poised to save the day but is the country lost? Shoot me an email at rod@connectingvets.com and follow me on Twitter @rodpodrod
Fri, July 30, 2021
Simone Biles and "You're Welcome", a book about a breakdown
Sports Analyst and Life Flip Media CEO Eric Mitchell and I talk about his initial reaction to Simone Biles decision to quit her Olympic run and how he feels about it now. Follow Life Flip Media @lifeflipmedia Then Navy veteran Rachel Kozy shares her story of having a complete mental breakdown and how that inspired her to write her book "You're Welcome", available on Amazon
Wed, March 10, 2021
Former SF Soldier Chris Mcphee talks race, extremism, and clothing!
Chris Mcphee is a former SF soldier turned videographer and now apparel company partner! He's bringing a new face to the world of veteran clothing and changing the way we think a veteran looks like. Check out these articles we discuss in this episode and don't forget to check out https://triplenikel.com/ Articles: http://bit.ly/Guard-at-Capitol-extended http://bit.ly/Extremism-in-Military http://bit.ly/Lack-of-Sleep For all your veteran news go to ConnectingVets.com!
Fri, January 29, 2021
Reddit vs Wall Street
This week has been absolutely crazy for investors! Folks have jumped on the GameStop, AMC, and Black Berry bandwagons, but what does it mean for you? Before you go pulling out your TSP and life savings, give financial expert and Marine veteran Dave Biggs a listen! We talk about what the whole fiasco is about, what this means for the economy, and what you need to know before you put your own money into it. Go to www.connectingvets.com for all your Veteran news!
Fri, January 15, 2021
VA is denied COVID vaccines, 21K Troops for DC, and some news you might have missed!
CV reporter Abbie Bennett takes us into some of this week's most important stories! Warp Speed denies the VA more COVID vaccines, 21,000 troops authorized to protect the Capital, and some news you might have missed that affects Veterans everywhere. T o learn more go to https://www.connectingvets.com Follow Rod Rodriguez on Twitter @ropodrod and Abbie Benett @AbbieRBennett
Wed, January 06, 2021
DC under siege, what happens next with Jack Murphy
Jack Murphy and Rod Rodriguez talk about the breaking story of the rioters breaching the Capitol floor and what this means for the country. Go to www.connectingvets.com for more stories about this national crises... Link to story: https://www.radio.com/connectingvets/news/politics/national-guard-sent-to-capitol-after-protesters-break-in
Wed, December 23, 2020
Phil Briggs Has a Heart Attack, also Christmas
CV reporter and Navy veteran Phil Briggs almost died over the Thanksgiving holidays but he lived to tell the tale of his heart attack. Folks, go get your ticker checked and while you're checking things check out CBS Eye on Veterans with Phil Briggs! Available everywhere you listen to podcasts! You can find the veteran news that matters to you, go to www.connectingvets.com Follow us on Twitter Rod Rodriguez @rodpodrod Phil Briggs @philbriggsvet
Fri, December 18, 2020
The Death of a Delta Force Operator is raising questions...then Jack & Rod dive into the COMMENTS!
CV reporter Jack Murphy takes us into the unfolding story of the death of Delta Force Operator Master Sgt. William J. Lavigne II. A tragic story with a past that involves another shooting, the death of a Green Beret, and a daughter who was afraid to talk about her father's murder till now. Then Jack Murphy and Rod Rodriguez dive into the murky waters of the YouTube Comments section to talk about what you had to say about our recent episode about The Kraken! All that and more on The Back Brief! Check us out at https://connectingvets.com Twitter: Jack Murphy @jackmurphyrgr Rod Rodriguez @rodpodrod
Fri, December 11, 2020
The New Administration vs EVERYTHING, then Fort Hood...NOT the Great Place
Darienne Page joins me on the show to talk about how the Biden administration will handle vaccines and whether troops will come home. We also talk about the role the military will play in the vaccine distribution. Then CV reporter Elizabeth Howe takes us into the 'Report of the Fort Hood Independent Review Committee'. It's REALLY bad...but how bad you ask? Click HERE for the full report... All that and more on this episode of The Back Brief! For more Veteran related news to go www.connectingvets.com Twitter Rod Rodriguez @rodpodrod Elizabeth Howe @ECBHowe Darienne Page @dariennepage
Fri, December 11, 2020
The KRAKEN is still in AIT and a Russian Gangster Hosts an Intel Summit
SUBSCRIBE BUTTON...HIT IT! CV reporter Jack Murphy brings us another 2020 story this time of retired Air Force Lt. Gen. Tom McInerney who is convinced that an Army AIT Battalion masterminded a Spec Ops raid in Germany for a server tied to election fraud. Then we jump into a bizarre intel summit hosted by a suspected Russian gangster! You'd be amazed at who attended! You can follow Jack Murphy on Twitter @jackmurphyrgr and Rod Rodriguez @rodpodrod The full article is available here https://www.radio.com/connectingvets/news/retired-general-thomas-mcinerney-spreads-fake-news
Thu, December 03, 2020
Ex-Marines and a Porn Star Form 'Death Squad' & Ousted VA Official Speaks Out!
Connecting Vets reporters Jack Murphy and Abbie Bennett take us from the bizarre story of ex-Marines and a porn star forming an anti-BLM 'death squad' to ousted VA deputy secretary James Byrne speaks out about his dismissal. Go www.connectingvets.com for the full articles. Follow us on Twitter! Rod Rodriguez @rodpodrod Jack Murphy @jackmurphyrgr Abbie Bennett @abbierbennett
Wed, November 18, 2020
VA COVID #'s UP, hospitalizations DOWN & Is Joe Biden REALLY the President-Elect?
Connecting Vets Reporter Abbie Bennett takes us into the latest Veterans Affairs COVID numbers and the recent report on the continuing rise of veteran suicides. Then, former Senior Counsel to the Secretary of Homeland Defense, Kevin Carroll answers questions about the legitimacy of Biden's position as President-Elect and what the President's day in court contesting the election might look like. All that and more on The Back Brief with Rod Rodriguez! You can find Abbie Bennett on Twitter @AbbieRBennett ( https://twitter.com/AbbieRBennett ) Kevin Caroll is on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevincarr... You can always follow Rod Rodriguez on Twitter as well @rodpodrod ( https://twitter.com/rodpodrod ) For more Veteran News you can trust go to https://connectingvets.com
Wed, November 11, 2020
Election fraud, MG accident at Benning, and SECDEF is ousted over Twitter!
This is The Back Brief where we cover the latest and greatest veteran news of the week so you don't miss a thing! On this episode: 00:35 - What does Veterans Day mean to Veterans? 8:00 - SECDEF is fired on Twitter! 15:20 - Biden declared winner? 25:30 - Fort Benning machine gun range accident 28:15 - Happy Birthday Marine Corps! 35:06 - NJ State Senatorial Candidate and veteran David Winkler takes us into voter fraud and why he thinks the mainstream media jumped the gun deciding the winner You can find Rod Rodriguez on Twitter @rodpodrod and Jack Murphy at @jackmurphyrgr. Huge thanks to David Winkler (https://winklerfornjstatesenate.com) for his insight into this increasingly controversial topic. For all your Veteran news go to https://connectingvets.com
Mon, November 02, 2020
The Back Brief: Vet Vote 2020!
Did you experience Voters Guilt after you hit the polls? Did you vote for a Veteran because they were a Veteran? Will this election year bring upon us the apocalypse??? Jack Murphy and Phil Briggs join me to talk about the fate of our country, the presidential elections, and why your vote matters (or doesn't), and whether or not the results of these elections will leave us fighting Immortan Joe for what little freshwater exists in our post-apocalyptic future! Go to https://connectingvets.com for all your Veteran related news!
Tue, October 27, 2020
The DoD using WRONG explosive formulas for breaching, TBI' and suicide could be the result.
Former Ranger and Green Beret Jack Murphy joins me to talk about his investigation into the broken world of breaching in the Special Ops community that has far-reaching consequences. I was shocked to know how long this has been going on and how serious this problem is! You can read Jack Murphy's full article at https://connectingvets.radio.com/articles/outdated-explosive-equations-cause-more-tbis-in-sof-soldiers As always go to https://conectingvets.com for the latest in Veteran News! You can follow Rod Rodriguez at @rodpodrod and Jack Murphy at @jackmurphyrgr on Twitter.
Fri, October 09, 2020
DoD Suicide Report and Racism at the VA
Connecting Vets reporter Elizabeth Howe takes us through a new DoD report that might be pointing to COVID as a cause for a recent spike in suicides. Could isolation, fear, and travel restrictions be the cause of this rise in suicides this year? Then Connecting Vets reporter Abbie Bennett discusses a new report about the ongoing issues of racism at the VA. Did a Kool-Aid, watermelon, and fried chicken meal to celebrate Juneteenth cross the line? (Hint: Yes...it did) Don't forget to subscribe to The Back Brief wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts and on YouTube ! You can follow Rod Rodrguez on Twitter @rodpodrod , Elizabeth Howe @ECBHowe , and Abbie Bennett @AbbieRBennett . Like a good Vet Story? Well, check out our other podcast VetStory ; real stories from, real Vets, in their own words.
Tue, September 29, 2020
4 Operators, A Mission, No One Returned
Connecting Vets reporter Jack Murphy takes us inside the untold story of 4 CIA Maritime Branch Operators lost at sea during a top-secret mission. We go in-depth into who these men were, what they were trying to do, and the circumstances that led to their disappearance. A powerful story and fascinating look inside CIA operations. The Back Brief is available on YouTube and it's a podcast! No excuses, subscribe! Also, check out VetStory, a podcast of Veteran stories that you won't find anywhere else. Follow Jack Murphy on Twitter @jackmurphyrgr and you can also follow Rod Rodriguez @rodpodrod
Mon, September 21, 2020
Jack Murphy vs Twitter & The Reality of a Civil War
Jack Murphy and Rod Rodriguez discuss the double standard that exists between Officer and Enlisted punishments for online bad behavior. Then we explore the world of vets that think there's a civil war coming and the weird thing is, they seem to WANT it to happen! Would it be as "cool" as they think it will be or is the post-apocalyptic wasteland of the future less Mad Max and more just dying before 20? All that and more on The Back Brief! The Back Brief is available on YouTube and it's a podcast! No excuses, subscribe! Also, check out VetStory , a podcast of Veteran stories that you won't find anywhere else. Follow Jack Murphy on Twitter @jackmurphyrgr and you can also follow Rod Rodriguez @rodpodrod
Thu, September 10, 2020
Accidents, Base Names, and Suckers!
Connecting Vets reporter Libby Howe (@ECBHowe) joins me to talk about her report on military training accidents, where we are in base name changes, the suicide of Army Veteran Ronnie Mcnutt, and what next after "suckers and loser"? Go to ConnectingVets.com to find more stories, video, and audio! Also, check out VetStory, a podcast of Veteran stories that you won't find anywhere else. Follow Libby Howe on Twitter @ECBHowe and you can also follow me there @rodpodrod
Fri, September 04, 2020
How To Stop Worrying and Learn to Love the USPS
Connecting Vets reporter and host of CBS Eye on Veterans, Phil Briggs, explains why absentee ballots will be perfectly safe going through the US Postal Service. He also offers us up one of his fail-proof ideas on how former Navy Seal Robert O'Neil can not only help us keep air travel safe, but maybe even fight the forces of evil itself! All that and more on The Back Brief! You can follow Phil Briggs on Twitter at @philbriggsvet and myself Rod Rodriguez @rodpodrod The Back Brief is available on YouTube and on your favorite podcast players!
Fri, August 28, 2020
Debbin Downer!
This week on The Back Brief, Jack Murphy joins me to talk about the arrest of former SF soldier Peter Debbins accused of spying for Russia! We go into the heart of this story and what WE think this might actually mean. Do we mention the Illuminati, Pizza-Gate, are QAnon in this episode? You'll have to listen to find out! Follow Jack Murphy on Twitter @jackmurphyrgr and you can follow me Rod Rodriguez @rodpodrod Don't forget to subscribe to The Back Brief podcast available everywhere you listen to podcasts and watch us on YouTube so leave us comments! Leave us a review... C'mon you know we earned it!
Fri, August 21, 2020
Receding Hairlines, Video Game War Crimes, and more!
Jack Murphy (@jackmurphyrgr) joins me on the show to talk about the fear fo the ever-present RECEDING HAIRLINE! Then we jump into the Army's E-SPORTS Team is BACK and they're still trying to maneuver playing games and answering questions about war crimes. Then we once again go down the rabbit hole of Q Anon, aliens, and COVID. This is The Back Brief! Also, we're on YouTube so go check our ugly mugs! Don't forget to visit ConnectingVets.com
Tue, August 11, 2020
Going "Postal" over your delayed Meds in the mail?
The United States Postal Service is experiencing major delays as they try to save money. Connecting Vets reporter Abbie Bennett and I take a look at what this means for Veterans expecting their meds on time. Also, Biden vs Trump! TWITTER....AND LIZARD PEOPLE!!!!! Also, we're on YouTube! Go to - https://bit.ly/ConnectingVetsYouTube Follow Abbie Bennett on Twitter @abbierbennett Go to https://connectingvets.com
Fri, August 07, 2020
A K-9 Controversy, Ranger (Qualified?), and Epstein, Info War, and More
Jack Murphy (@jackmurphyrgr) joins me on to talk about this week's Vet news! :45 - Navy Seal museum K-9's go hard on Kaps Jersey 8:30 - Are you a Ranger if you got the tab or if you were in the 75th? 16:19 - Louis Bremer grilled by a Senate committee, should he get the job? 22:25 - We go down the Epstein rabbit hole 40:30 - Anti-pedo campaigns spring up in the Vet community, what does this mean? You can follow Rod Rodriguez on Twitter @rodpodrod. Check us out at connectingvets.com! We're also a Podcast! Go subscribe so you can listen to The Back Brief everywhere any time! Leave us a Review...c'mon you know we earned it!
Fri, August 07, 2020
The Rally for Vanessa Guillen then a Dr., A Virus & a Demon?
The death of Fort Hood's Spc. Vanessa Guillen has spurred a new legislative effort at changing the way Servicemembers report sexual assault and harassment. Connecting Vets reporter Libby Howe and I talk about the march in Washington that caught the President's attention! (25:46) Then, what do a doctor, the coronavirus, and a demon have in common? Well, find out at as our very own Phil Briggs takes us into this bizarre but true story! Visit us at connectingvets.com!
Fri, July 24, 2020
An Ex-Green Beret, a private jet, and a box with holes...Also, E-Sports and War Crimes!
Ex-Green Beret Michael Taylor remains in jail pending extradition for a crime that his lawyers argue he has not even been charged with. Then, the Army and Navy eSports teams flummoxed by questions about war crimes on Twitch. Go to ConnectingVets.com today!
Fri, July 10, 2020
Satanic Nazi Jihadist, 1st Woman Green Beret, and Retirees under UCMJ
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Fri, July 03, 2020
PFC Guillen's remains, Sexual Assault, and the Boogaloo Boys
Connecting Vets reporter Jack Murphy joins me the show to talk about the bungled search for PFC Guillen, a potential Army coverup, and what are the boogaloo boys up to now? SUBSCRIBE today and leave us a rating on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! You can follow me on Twitter, Rod Rodriguez @rodpodrod and Jack Murphy @jackmurphyrgr. Don't forget to visit us at www.connectingvets.com Check out our other podcast VetStory!
Thu, June 25, 2020
DC Nat'l Guard guarding monuments and a Woman Green Beret?
The DC National Guard might be helping guard monuments around the DC area but after the blowback from their role in recent protests, is this the right move for the Army? Also, a female Special Forces candidate is one step closer to earning her Green Beret. And the search continues for PFC Vanessa Guillen. SUBSCRIBE today and leave us a rating on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! You can follow me on on Twitter, Rod Rodriguez @rodpodrod, Jack Murphy @jackmurphyrgr, and Elizabeth Howe @ECBHowe Don't forget to visit us at www.connectingvets.com
Fri, June 19, 2020
Should we change military base names?
Several Army installations are named after Confederate generals. Should we change their names? What does that mean to you? Connecting Vets reporters Abbie Bennett and Phil Briggs join me to talk about the racial tensions that have lead to this discussion, on this episode of The Back Brief! SUBSCRIBE today and leave us a rating on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! You can follow me on on Twitter, Rod Rodriguez @rodpodrod, Jack Murphy @jackmurphyrgr, and Elizabeth Howe @ECBHowe Don't forget to visit us at www.connectingvets.com
Fri, June 12, 2020
Were kneeling Soldiers protesting?
I talk with Connecting Vets reporters Elizabeth Howe and Jacky Murphy about what goes into changing a military base's name and is it a good idea. Also, National Guardsmen were videoed taking knees and putting down their shields with protesters. De-escalation tactic or were they participating in the protest? SUBSCRIBE today and leave us a rating on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! You can follow me on on Twitter, Rod Rodriguez @rodpodrod, Jack Murphy @jackmurphyrgr, and Elizabeth Howe @ECBHowe Don't forget to visit us at www.connectingvets.com
Fri, June 05, 2020
82nd Airborne in DC, the White House under siege, and the VA is dealing with COVID-19
Connecting Vet reporter Jack Murphy takes us behind the lines of DC's riots to talk about Task Force 504 and their role in possibly protecting the White House. We also talk with Capitol Hill reporter Abbie Bennett about what Secretary of Defense Esper and former Secretary of Defense General James Mattis think of President Trump's handling of the nation's riots. HIT THAT SUBSCRIBE BUTTON! Also available on the Radio.com app, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, and wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts! Go to www.connectingvets.com TODAY!
Thu, March 26, 2020
Veteran News for Week of 27 March 2020
In this episode, we’re talking about the veteran-related stories surrounding the coronavirus. “Billions more for VA in next emergency coronavirus spending package” “VA wants to ‘pause’ the Mission Act for 90 days over coronavirus” “No those Humvee convoys are not coming to force you into quarantine” “How Veterans can ‘embrace the suck’ during social isolatio n" “Texas is pausing to remember the nation’s Medal of Honor recipients” Be sure to subscribe to The Back Brief so you don’t miss the news that matters to you. You can find The Back Brief and all of the Connecting Vets podcasts and podcast partners at www.connectingvets.com under the Audio section in the Menu. Want to get more connected to the great stories and resources Connecting Vets has to offer? Click here to sign up for our weekly newsletter.
Fri, March 20, 2020
Veteran News for week of 20 March 2020
This is The Back Brief for the week of 5 March 2020 National Guard Chief Predicts thousands will be activated VA closes regional benefits offices Trump calls on Syrian government to free journalist, Marine Austin Tice Pentagon to provide respirators masks and ventilators to fight coronavirus VA says COVID19 could affect 20% of it's patients Go to www.connectingvets.com for all of these stories and more!
Thu, March 12, 2020
The Back Brief: Coronavirus Edition
This episode we’re talking about the Veteran related stories surrounding the coronavirus. This week at Connecting Vets Troops can't travel to these countries for the next 60 days As colleges close over coronavirus, lawmakers file emergency bill to protect GI Bill benefits National Guard members still have to travel for drill amid coronavirus concerns Marine in Virginia tests positive for coronavirus DeCA increasing air shipments to overseas commissaries in response to coronavirus Go to www.connectingvets.com for all of these stories and more!
Fri, March 06, 2020
Veteran News for week of 5 March 2020
This is The Back Brief for the week of 5 March 2020 President Donald Trump to award General Jack Keane the Medal of Freedom Democrats accuse administration of ‘fantasy’ VA budget in election year ‘political game’ Building named after first airman Medal of Honor recipient since Vietnam War Corona Virus Update Congress worries VA isn't ready to care for growing number of senior, disabled vets Confederate paraphernalia banned on Marine Corps bases Go to www.connectingvets.com for all of these stories and more!
Fri, February 28, 2020
Week of 28 February 2020
This is The Back Brief for the week of February 28, 2020 Veterans of "black goo" base to appear before Congress 19-year-old from Arkansas faces charges of trying to blow up vehicle at Pentagon parking lot A privatized housing crisis that some say not even a tenant bill of rights can fix Corona Virus Update VA tells Congress it is prepared for possible coronavirus outbreak in US Go to www.connectingvets.com for all of these stories and more!
Fri, February 21, 2020
Week of 20 February 2020
This is The Back Brief for the week of February 20, 2020 Pentagon plans to force 200k family members, retirees out of military hospitals to civilian doctors Operation Benjamin: Honoring fallen Jewish servicemen with the right headstones Helping veterans with his love of food, Army veteran takes traumatized veterans under his wing Black History Month CBS Eye on Veterans Go to www.connectingvets.com for all of these stories and more!
Fri, February 14, 2020
Week of 13 February 2020
This is The Back Brief for the week of February 14, 2020 Did the VA secretary seek to discredit a Veteran who reported a sexual assault at a VA hospital? A new bill helps Veterans find STEM jobs. Military installations could house coronavirus evacuees. Congress wants to know why White supremacy on social media isn’t tracked by the US Military. A VA recommended app could access your private data. Go to www.connectingvets.com for all of these stories and more!
Fri, February 07, 2020
Week of 7 February 2020
On This week’s “The Back Brief” we talk about the State of the Union, water contamination on military bases, the VA deputy secretary getting fired, and a new program matching service dogs with veterans, and Phil Briggs talks about this weekend's CBS Eye On Veterans! Be sure to subscribe to The Back Brief, go to www.connectingvets.com or subscribe wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.
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