In this Warrior Alliance Spotlight episode, retired Command Sergeant Major Mike Burke and Warrior Navigator Sarah Burke share the realities of military family life, deployment stress, FRG support, and the challenges of transitioning out of the Army. They discuss communication, resilience, military spouse advocacy, and finding purpose after service. This conversation offers practical insight for veterans, military spouses, and families navigating life after the military.

In this Warrior Alliance Spotlight episode, retired Command Sergeant Major Mike Burke and Warrior Navigator Sarah Burke share the realities of military family life, deployment stress, FRG support, and the challenges of transitioning out of the Army. They discuss communication, resilience, military spouse advocacy, and finding purpose after service. This conversation offers practical insight for veterans, military spouses, and families navigating life after the military.

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!

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From Ranger Regiment to Civilian Purpose: Sarah and Mike Burke on Family, Transition, and Service

In this episode of The Warrior Alliance Network, hosts Scott and Tug sit down with Air Force veteran Alek Seams. After a 16-year military career, Alek continues to serve on multiple fronts—as an Eagle Leader with Team RWB, a Sergeant First Class in the Georgia State Defense Force, and a plant chaplain. Alek opens up about transitioning from military duty to community leadership, how intense physical fitness became a vital tool in overcoming a severe cancer diagnosis, and why veteran connection is critical. Tune in to learn how organizations like Team RWB and The Warrior Alliance are working together to keep veterans active, engaged, and supported long after their service ends.

In this episode of The Warrior Alliance Network, hosts Scott and Tug sit down with Air Force veteran Alek Seams. After a 16-year military career, Alek continues to serve on multiple fronts&mdash;as an Eagle Leader with Team RWB, a Sergeant First Class in the Georgia State Defense Force, and a plant chaplain. Alek opens up about transitioning from military duty to community leadership, how intense physical fitness became a vital tool in overcoming a severe cancer diagnosis, and why veteran connection is critical. Tune in to learn how organizations like Team RWB and The Warrior Alliance are working together to keep veterans active, engaged, and supported long after their service ends.

Success After Service: Alek Seams on Team RWB, Finding Purpose, and Resiliency

Air Force Veteran Alek Seams: Servant Leadership, Team RWB, & Beating Cancer

In this Warrior Alliance Spotlight episode, host Scott Munn and Tug Cowart sit down with Jackie Breitenstein, Program Manager at Shepherd Center’s SHARE Military Initiative. Jackie shares how SHARE helps veterans, service members, and first responders living with traumatic brain injury, concussions, and related invisible wounds of war.

She explains how the donor-funded program provides comprehensive, no-cost care, individualized treatment plans, and real-world community reintegration support that helps people return to work, family life, and meaningful daily routines. Jackie also discusses how the program connects with warriors nationwide, why in-person outreach matters, and how Shepherd Center and the Warrior Alliance work together to make access easier.

In this Warrior Alliance Spotlight episode, host Scott Munn and Tug Cowart sit down with Jackie Breitenstein, Program Manager at Shepherd Center&rsquo;s SHARE Military Initiative. Jackie shares how SHARE helps veterans, service members, and first responders living with traumatic brain injury, concussions, and related invisible wounds of war.
She explains how the donor-funded program provides comprehensive, no-cost care, individualized treatment plans, and real-world community reintegration support that helps people return to work, family life, and meaningful daily routines. Jackie also discusses how the program connects with warriors nationwide, why in-person outreach matters, and how Shepherd Center and the Warrior Alliance work together to make access easier.

How Shepherd Center’s SHARE Program Helps Veterans Recover from TBI, PTSD & Invisible Wounds

Healing the Invisible Wounds of Service: Jackie Breitenstein on Shepherd Center’s SHARE Military Initiative

In this episode of Warrior Alliance Spotlight, Terrill McFarland shares how the Warrior Alliance is improving outcomes for veterans, military spouses, and military families through community coordination, corporate partnerships, and targeted support. She discusses the biggest challenges facing military-connected families, why continuity and belonging matter, how employers can better recruit and retain veterans, and why women veterans need more tailored services and advocacy. The conversation also introduces a new blueprint for action designed to help organizations work together to create real impact.

In this episode of Warrior Alliance Spotlight, Terrill McFarland shares how the Warrior Alliance is improving outcomes for veterans, military spouses, and military families through community coordination, corporate partnerships, and targeted support. She discusses the biggest challenges facing military-connected families, why continuity and belonging matter, how employers can better recruit and retain veterans, and why women veterans need more tailored services and advocacy. The conversation also introduces a new blueprint for action designed to help organizations work together to create real impact.

How the Warrior Alliance Is Supporting Veterans, Women Veterans, and Military Families

From Ranger Regiment to Civilian Purpose: Sarah and Mike Burke on Family, Transition, and Service

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