In this episode of The Warrior Alliance Spotlight, hosts Scott Munn and Tug Cowart sit down with Sonya Grant (President & CEO) and Olivia Wilson (Literacy & Strategic Partnership Manager) of CobbWorks (WorkSource Cobb). They discuss what it takes to connect underserved communities and transitioning military personnel with meaningful, long-term careers in Georgia.

Learn how CobbWorks is breaking down barriers to employment by offering up to $10,000 in free funding for skills training, certifications, and apprenticeships. Sonya and Olivia explain how their agency helps veterans translate military experience into corporate skills, partners directly with top employers, and provides one-on-one career coaching.

Whether you are looking for an apprenticeship, need help overcoming barriers like housing and childcare, or are an active-duty service member preparing for civilian life, this episode is packed with actionable resources.

In this episode of The Warrior Alliance Spotlight, hosts Scott Munn and Tug Cowart sit down with Sonya Grant (President &amp; CEO) and Olivia Wilson (Literacy &amp; Strategic Partnership Manager) of CobbWorks (WorkSource Cobb). They discuss what it takes to connect underserved communities and transitioning military personnel with meaningful, long-term careers in Georgia.
Learn how CobbWorks is breaking down barriers to employment by offering up to $10,000 in free funding for skills training, certifications, and apprenticeships. Sonya and Olivia explain how their agency helps veterans translate military experience into corporate skills, partners directly with top employers, and provides one-on-one career coaching.
Whether you are looking for an apprenticeship, need help overcoming barriers like housing and childcare, or are an active-duty service member preparing for civilian life, this episode is packed with actionable resources.

This show takes a deep dive into what actions are working to support success after service for America’s Veterans.  Learn more about The Warrior Alliance impact, the VA and state efforts to improve Veteran care, and Veteran Service Organization’s free programs and services.

This show takes a deep dive into what actions are working to support success after service for America’s Veterans.  Learn more about The Warrior Alliance impact, the VA and state efforts to improve Veteran care, and Veteran Service Organization’s free programs and services.

Working to support success after service for America’s Veterans

The Warrior Alliance Spotlight

Welcome to the multi-media platform that combines radio, podcast, video, and live stream programming to drive awareness and outreach to service members, Veterans, and their families. The Warrior Alliance Network's shows will educate, entertain, and provide resources to XTRA 106.3FM's audience. Be sure to tune in every Saturday from 11am to Noon on XTRA 106.3FM for a new show featuring Veteran care subject matter experts and Warriors that will inspire listeners with their stories and educate them about programs and services available to Warriors and their families!

Welcome to the multi-media platform that combines radio, podcast, video, and live stream programming to drive awareness and outreach to service members, Veterans, and their families. The Warrior Alliance Network's shows will educate, entertain, and provide resources to XTRA 106.3FM's audience. Be sure to tune in every Saturday from 11am to Noon on XTRA 106.3FM for a new show featuring Veteran care subject matter experts and Warriors that will inspire listeners with their stories and educate them about programs and services available to Warriors and their families!

Education on Porgrams and Services Available to Veterans

The Warrior Alliance Network

Welcome to the multi-media platform that combines radio, podcast, video, and live stream programming to drive awareness and outreach to service members, Veterans, and their families. The Warrior Alliance Network's shows will educate, entertain, and provide resources to XTRA 106.3FM's audience.

Be sure to tune in every Saturday from 11am to Noon on XTRA 106.3FM for a new show featuring Veteran care subject matter experts and Warriors that will inspire listeners with their stories and educate them about programs and services available to Warriors and their families!

Welcome to the multi-media platform that combines radio, podcast, video, and live stream programming to drive awareness and outreach to service members, Veterans, and their families. The Warrior Alliance Network's shows will educate, entertain, and provide resources to XTRA 106.3FM's audience.
Be sure to tune in every Saturday from 11am to Noon on XTRA 106.3FM for a new show featuring Veteran care subject matter experts and Warriors that will inspire listeners with their stories and educate them about programs and services available to Warriors and their families!

Unlocking Veteran Careers & Up to $10K in Job Training with CobbWorks | The Warrior Alliance Spotlight

Empowering Veterans: Inside CobbWorks' Free Job Training

On this special live episode of Warrior Alliance Spotlight, recorded at Truist Park in Atlanta, the Warrior Alliance commemorates the 25th anniversary of September 11 with more than 250 first responders, veterans, families, and community leaders.

Hear the unforgettable reunion between 9/11 World Trade Center survivor Kayla Bergeron and retired Port Authority Police Lieutenant David Lim, the officer who helped guide her and countless others to safety during the attacks. Kayla shares her journey of survival, PTSD recovery, addiction recovery, purpose, and gratitude. Lt. Lim reflects on the duty that kept him returning to help others, the loss of his K-9 partner Sirius, and why the next generation must carry the stories of 9/11 forward.

The episode also features Smyrna Fire Chief Brian Marcos and Cobb County Board of Commissioners Chairwoman Lisa Cupid, who discuss the personal impact of 9/11, the importance of mental-health support, benefits navigation, fair resources, and year-round community appreciation for first responders.

This is a powerful conversation about courage, resilience, recovery, sacrifice, remembrance, and the responsibility to support the people who serve their communities every day.

Listen, remember, and stay Warrior Committed.

Key takeaways

· 9/11 survivor Kayla Bergeron reunites with Port Authority Police Lt. David Lim, who helped lead her to safety.

· Kayla shares an honest account of PTSD, substance-use recovery, career disruption, cancer survivorship, and finding purpose through service.

· Lt. Lim explains why he refused to leave people behind during the World Trade Center evacuation.

· The episode remembers Sirius, Lt. Lim’s K-9 partner, who was killed during the attacks.

· Chief Brian Marcos and Chairwoman Lisa Cupid call for meaningful, year-round support for first responders.

· Warrior Alliance is positioned as a resource hub for veterans, first responders, benefits support, and community connection.

· The program urges listeners to preserve firsthand 9/11 stories for future generations.

On this special live episode of Warrior Alliance Spotlight, recorded at Truist Park in Atlanta, the Warrior Alliance commemorates the 25th anniversary of September 11 with more than 250 first responders, veterans, families, and community leaders.
Hear the unforgettable reunion between 9/11 World Trade Center survivor Kayla Bergeron and retired Port Authority Police Lieutenant David Lim, the officer who helped guide her and countless others to safety during the attacks. Kayla shares her journey of survival, PTSD recovery, addiction recovery, purpose, and gratitude. Lt. Lim reflects on the duty that kept him returning to help others, the loss of his K-9 partner Sirius, and why the next generation must carry the stories of 9/11 forward.
The episode also features Smyrna Fire Chief Brian Marcos and Cobb County Board of Commissioners Chairwoman Lisa Cupid, who discuss the personal impact of 9/11, the importance of mental-health support, benefits navigation, fair resources, and year-round community appreciation for first responders.
This is a powerful conversation about courage, resilience, recovery, sacrifice, remembrance, and the responsibility to support the people who serve their communities every day.
Listen, remember, and stay Warrior Committed.
Key takeaways
&middot; 9/11 survivor Kayla Bergeron reunites with Port Authority Police Lt. David Lim, who helped lead her to safety.
&middot; Kayla shares an honest account of PTSD, substance-use recovery, career disruption, cancer survivorship, and finding purpose through service.
&middot; Lt. Lim explains why he refused to leave people behind during the World Trade Center evacuation.
&middot; The episode remembers Sirius, Lt. Lim&rsquo;s K-9 partner, who was killed during the attacks.
&middot; Chief Brian Marcos and Chairwoman Lisa Cupid call for meaningful, year-round support for first responders.
&middot; Warrior Alliance is positioned as a resource hub for veterans, first responders, benefits support, and community connection.
&middot; The program urges listeners to preserve firsthand 9/11 stories for future generations.

9/11 Survivor Reunites With Officer Who Saved Her | Kayla Bergeron & Lt. David Lim

9/11 25th Anniversary Special: Survivor Kayla Bergeron & Hero Lt. David Lim Reunite

What does success after military service look like for women veterans in Georgia?

In this episode of Success After Service on the Warrior Alliance Network, hosts Scott and Tug speak with Dr. Sharmon Monaghan—a U.S. Navy and Georgia Army National Guard veteran, educator, author, cancer survivor, and chair of the Georgia Women Veterans Advisory Board.

Dr. Monaghan shares how military service shaped her leadership, resilience, structure, and commitment to helping others. She also discusses why many women who served do not initially identify as veterans, the unique ways housing instability and healthcare challenges can affect women veterans, and why early connection to VA benefits and community resources matters.

The conversation explores the growing need for women-veteran support across Georgia—from Metro Atlanta to rural communities—and how collaboration, listening sessions, and the Warrior Alliance Women Veterans Think Tank can help transform veteran concerns into real solutions.

If you are a woman who served, a veteran family member, an employer, a service provider, or someone committed to supporting Georgia’s military community, this episode offers practical insight and a meaningful call to action. Connect with the Warrior Alliance and explore veteran resources at thewarrioralliance.org.

What does success after military service look like for women veterans in Georgia?
In this episode of Success After Service on the Warrior Alliance Network, hosts Scott and Tug speak with Dr. Sharmon Monaghan&mdash;a U.S. Navy and Georgia Army National Guard veteran, educator, author, cancer survivor, and chair of the Georgia Women Veterans Advisory Board.
Dr. Monaghan shares how military service shaped her leadership, resilience, structure, and commitment to helping others. She also discusses why many women who served do not initially identify as veterans, the unique ways housing instability and healthcare challenges can affect women veterans, and why early connection to VA benefits and community resources matters.
The conversation explores the growing need for women-veteran support across Georgia&mdash;from Metro Atlanta to rural communities&mdash;and how collaboration, listening sessions, and the Warrior Alliance Women Veterans Think Tank can help transform veteran concerns into real solutions.
If you are a woman who served, a veteran family member, an employer, a service provider, or someone committed to supporting Georgia&rsquo;s military community, this episode offers practical insight and a meaningful call to action. Connect with the Warrior Alliance and explore veteran resources at thewarrioralliance.org.

Georgia Women Veterans Need Support | Dr. Sharmon Monaghan on VA Benefits, Leadership & Transition

Women Veterans in Georgia: Dr. Sharmon Monaghan on Leadership, VA Benefits & Support

What does it take to lead thousands of Airmen while maintaining a relentless focus on readiness, family support, opportunity, and the individual?

In this episode of the Warrior Alliance Network, we sit down with Major General Konata “Deuce” Crumbley, Assistant Adjutant General for Air, Georgia National Guard. General Crumbley shares how he leads the Georgia Air National Guard, supports nearly 3,000 Airmen and civilian professionals, builds future leaders, and ensures the force is prepared to fight and win when the nation calls.

The conversation explores leadership under pressure, military readiness, mental-health resources, family readiness, and the importance of removing barriers that keep service members from reaching their potential. General Crumbley also reflects on his experiences flying Army Black Hawks, serving in combat operations, transitioning to the Air National Guard, flying JSTARS, and applying cockpit lessons—especially communication and checklist discipline—to senior command.

Listeners will also hear why the Georgia Air National Guard can be a powerful path for young people seeking purpose, education benefits, aviation experience, cyber careers, technical skills, and service to their state and country.

Subscribe to the Warrior Alliance Network for conversations with military leaders, veterans, community advocates, and organizations serving the warrior community.

What does it take to lead thousands of Airmen while maintaining a relentless focus on readiness, family support, opportunity, and the individual?
In this episode of the Warrior Alliance Network, we sit down with Major General Konata &ldquo;Deuce&rdquo; Crumbley, Assistant Adjutant General for Air, Georgia National Guard. General Crumbley shares how he leads the Georgia Air National Guard, supports nearly 3,000 Airmen and civilian professionals, builds future leaders, and ensures the force is prepared to fight and win when the nation calls.
The conversation explores leadership under pressure, military readiness, mental-health resources, family readiness, and the importance of removing barriers that keep service members from reaching their potential. General Crumbley also reflects on his experiences flying Army Black Hawks, serving in combat operations, transitioning to the Air National Guard, flying JSTARS, and applying cockpit lessons&mdash;especially communication and checklist discipline&mdash;to senior command.
Listeners will also hear why the Georgia Air National Guard can be a powerful path for young people seeking purpose, education benefits, aviation experience, cyber careers, technical skills, and service to their state and country.
Subscribe to the Warrior Alliance Network for conversations with military leaders, veterans, community advocates, and organizations serving the warrior community.

Major General Konata “Deuce” Crumbley on Leadership, Readiness & the Georgia Air National Guard

Empowering Veterans: Inside CobbWorks' Free Job Training

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