Chief Aaron Seibert and co-host Mike DeLeon explore military culture, Navy Chief traditions, veteran camaraderie, and community service through Recon Chief Inc. and veteran-focused partnerships.

• I emphasize that veteran events and organizations provide essential camaraderie and reduce isolation for returning service members.
• We describe programs like guitar builds, track chairs, and Warrior Built as therapeutic activities that foster skill development, social bonds, and renewed sense of purpose for veterans.
• I explain that peer support, road trips, and hands on projects often inspire veterans to seek help and file VA claims.
• We highlight the PTSD Foundation, Camp Hope, and warrior groups as free or low cost resources for extended recovery programs.
• I report that Recon Chief and partner organizations run races, golf events, and fundraisers which create meaningful veteran engagement and funding.
• We note technology and AI tools are being taught to veterans to save time, grow businesses, and expand opportunities.
• I stress that volunteer effort, sponsorship, and small acts of logistical support can have deep therapeutic impact on individual veterans.
• We urge veterans to find a niche, engage in local groups, and seek practical support rather than remain isolated at home.

Connect With Mike DeLeon

Recon Chief Inc.: https://reconchief.com/

Mike DeLeon LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-jon-de-leon-12b7b411a

Veteran Resources

PTSD Foundation of America: https://ptsdusa.org/

Episode Credits

Host: Chief Aaron Q. Seibert, USN (Ret.)

Collaborator and Co-Host: Mike DeLeon

Producer: Brian Colburn

Links

Co-Host

Aaron Q. Seibert

Linktree - https://linktr.ee/aqseibert

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aqseibert

Email - aqseibert@yahoo.com

Co-Host

Chef James L. “JB” Brown, AAC

Veterans Transition Resource Center

https://vtrc.us

PRODUCER

Brian Colburn

Linktree - https://linktr.ee/Bcolburn

We introduce Vet Vision as a platform for veterans, sponsors, supporters, and volunteers to speak about service, transition, and recovery. I interview Austin Wagner, a United States Army veteran who became a tattoo artist and later a master engraver. He recounts his eighteen years of service, combat tours to Iraq and Afghanistan, and a medical separation after health issues and PTSD. He explains how engraving and art became a therapeutic path and how his award winning memorial pieces are displayed at the VA. We discuss his creative process, his work with other veterans, and upcoming shows and charity projects. I close by noting how art and community support can aid veteran transition and by sharing how listeners can find and contact Austin.

Links

Co-Host

Aaron Q. Seibert

Linktree - https://linktr.ee/aqseibert

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aqseibert

Email - aqseibert@yahoo.com

Co-Host

Chef James L. “JB” Brown, AAC

Veterans Transition Resource Center

https://vtrc.us

PRODUCER

Brian Colburn

Linktree - https://linktr.ee/Bcolburn

Retired Navy Master Chief Angel Escribano shares how 23 years of leadership shaped his next mission: helping service members and veterans make informed decisions about VA financing, housing, and long-term financial stability.

Guest Links

Goatlocker Realty & Lending

https://goatlocker.us/

Century 21 Masters

https://homes.c21masters.com/murrieta-team/angel-escribano

Co-Host

Aaron Q. Seibert

Linktree - https://linktr.ee/aqseibert

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aqseibert

Email - aqseibert@yahoo.com

Co-Host

Chef James L. “JB” Brown, AAC

Veterans Transition Resource Center

https://vtrc.us

PRODUCER

Brian Colburn

Linktree - https://linktr.ee/Bcolburn