Join Jerry Wellman of Overwatch Capital as he discusses the opportunities in clean energy infrastructure for veterans and communities with Rob Howard and Rod Matthews. Discover how renewable energy projects like biomass, solar, wind, and community choice aggregation can provide economic development, job training, and sustainable futures for local communities. From waste-to-energy solutions to grid modernization, this episode dives deep into how veterans can play a pivotal role in the clean energy sector.

Topics:
Introduction: Clean Energy and Economic Development for Veterans

Understanding Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) – What It Is and How It Works

The Rise of Renewable Energy Projects: Solar, Wind, Biomass, and Battery Storage

How Veterans Can Enter the Clean Energy Workforce

The Role of Microgrids in Urban and Rural Areas

Policy and Legislation: How Government Supports Clean Energy Initiatives

Circular Economy in Action: Waste-to-Energy and Biomass

Soil Augmentation and Fertilizer Production from Biomass Ash

Financial Incentives and Opportunities for Veterans in Clean Energy

Q&A and Final Thoughts

In this episode of America's Heroes Group Roundtable, Col. Dr. Damon Arnold speaks with Adelena Marshall, Mental Health RN, and Carolina Stewart, RN MSN Licensed Clinical Nurse Leader in Community Care, about the growing concerns surrounding workforce reductions at the VA. They discuss the challenges nurses face in providing safe and efficient care to veterans amidst staffing cuts, the potential impact on patient care, and the essential role of National Nurses United in advocating for necessary changes.

Topics:
Introduction to Adelena Marshall and Carolina Stewart

Overview of National Nurses United and Their Advocacy Efforts

The Realities Behind the Perceived Nursing Shortage at the VA

The Impact of Workforce Reductions on Veteran Care

Nursing Staff Ratios and the Effect on Patient Care

Essential Support Roles: How Ancillary Staff Reductions Compound the Problem

Case Study: Centennial Veterans and Their VA Care Experience

The Risks of VA Privatization and Its Effect on Veterans’ Health

Community Care and Home Health Support for Veterans

Q&A and Final Remarks

Join Col. Dr. Damon Arnold, host of America's Heroes Group, as he speaks with Julie Appleby, Senior Correspondent for KFF Health News. In this episode, they explore the implications of Julie’s recent article, "The Ranks of Obamacare 'Fixers' Axed in Trump's Reduction of Health Agency Workforce," published on April 22, 2025. Discover how critical caseworker positions at the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) are being cut, the consequences for ACA enrollees, and the broader impact on public health systems across the United States.

Topics:
Introduction to Julie Appleby and Her Work with KFF Health News

Overview of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Caseworker Program

The Role of Caseworkers: Who Are the "Fixers" and What Do They Do?

The Trump Administration’s Reduction in Health Agency Workforce

The Fallout: How ACA Enrollees Are Affected by Caseworker Layoffs

Impact on the CMS Exchange Customer Solutions Group

Implications for ACA Navigators and the Reduction in Support Services

Broader Public Health Concerns: Medicaid, Mental Health, and Chronic Diseases

The Future of Healthcare Access in the U.S.: What to Expect in 2025 and Beyond

Q&A and Final Remarks