https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/promise-keeper-s-podcast--6917307enSociety & CultureCopyright Podcast Managerhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/0f211be5cb85fbf839a1defdb4a05d70.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/promise-keeper-s-podcast--6917307Fri, 26 Jun 2026 17:54:50 +0000Podcast ManagerPodcast Managerpodcast@conversionworx.comWelcome to our podcast, where we are dedicated to advocating, educating, and raising awareness for veterans' issues. Join us as we provide outreach on PTSD, suicide prevention, and drug and alcohol education, while extending support to veterans and...falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/overcoming-adversity-teddy-daniels-journey-from-soldier-to-sheriff--70781776Buzzsprout-17625824Thu, 07 Aug 2025 16:00:00 +0000Podcast ManagerIn this gripping episode of the Promise Keepers Podcast, hosts Frank Sepko and Ray Stender sit down with Teddy Daniels, a retired Army veteran and Purple Heart recipient who shares his incredible life story. From his challenging high school years and...6753falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-depth-with-senator-bryce-reeves-veterans-services-ptsd-and-the-road-to-politics--70781778Buzzsprout-17485645Thu, 10 Jul 2025 19:00:00 +0000Podcast ManagerIn this episode of the Promise Keepers podcast, hosts Frank Sepko and Ray Stender are joined by special guests Senator Bryce Reeves of Virginia and Dr. Kara Rothschild. The discussion covers a multitude of topics, including Senator Reeves' service,...6427falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/finding-purpose-after-service-a-veteran-s-journey-with-rob-squire--70781781Buzzsprout-17325054Thu, 12 Jun 2025 14:00:00 +0000Podcast ManagerIn this compelling episode, hosts Frank Sepko and Ray Stender sit down with veteran Rob Squier from Rocky Ridge Farm. Rob shares his journey from serving 12 years as an Army infantryman to becoming an educator and farmer. He discusses the challenges...8116falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/navigating-mental-health-veterans-therapy-and-the-impact-of-ai-featuring-dr-kara-senator-bryce-reeves--70781791Buzzsprout-17152980Tue, 13 May 2025 19:00:00 +0000Podcast ManagerIn this insightful episode of the Promise Keepers podcast, co-hosts welcome Dr. Kara von Dresner de Rothschild and Senator Bryce Reeves of the Virginia Senate for a critical conversation on mental health. The discussion covers Dr. Kara's unique...7154false18fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unlocking-veterans-resources-an-in-depth-conversation-with-jennifer-spitler--70781792Buzzsprout-16911769Thu, 03 Apr 2025 20:00:00 +0000Podcast ManagerIn this powerful episode, we welcome Jennifer Spitler, the Regional Program Outreach Coordinator for the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. Jennifer shares valuable insights about her role and the range of services her...6343false17fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/honoring-kyle-ptsd-addiction-and-a-mother-s-journey--70781796Buzzsprout-16734175Wed, 05 Mar 2025 17:00:00 +0000Podcast ManagerIn this heartfelt episode, we revisit with Renee and her husband John as they share their deeply personal journey dealing with the loss of their son Kyle, who battled PTSD and addiction after his military service. Renee opens up about her regrets, the...5540false16fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/understanding-ptsd-and-suicidality-with-dr-kara-von-dresner-rothschild-a-deep-dive--70781780Buzzsprout-16575277Thu, 06 Feb 2025 21:00:00 +0000Podcast ManagerIn this episode, hosts Frank and Ray discuss the intricate realities of PTSD and suicidality among military personnel with Dr. Kara Von Dresner Rothschild, a prescribing psychologist. Dr. Von Dresner Rothschild shares her experiences from working in...7041false15fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/understanding-veterans-benefits-and-resources-with-major-tim-booth--70781783Buzzsprout-16409761Thu, 09 Jan 2025 21:00:00 +0000Podcast ManagerIn this episode of the Promise Keepers Podcast, we welcome Major Tim Booth, the Director of Veterans Affairs for Lackawanna County, and a 20-year Army National Guard veteran. The discussion focuses on the importance of cooperation and partnerships in...5072false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/promised-legacy-the-story-of-airman-shannon-purcell-with-dave-purcell--70781795Buzzsprout-16227017Thu, 05 Dec 2024 17:00:00 +0000Podcast ManagerIn this heartfelt episode of the Promise Keepers Podcast, co-host Frank Sepko is joined by Dave Ragan and Ray Stender to tell the impactful story of Airman Shannon Purcell. The discussion covers Shannon's legacy, her contributions, and the immense...5535false13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/an-in-depth-conversation-with-lavar-arrington-on-the-promise-keepers-podcast--70781800Buzzsprout-16158218Tue, 26 Nov 2024 17:00:00 +0000Podcast ManagerJoin us for an extraordinary episode of The Promise Keepers Podcast, recorded at the Penn Stater in State College, featuring our special guest, Lavar Arrington. Renowned former NFL player and Penn State legend, Lavar dives deep into his life, sharing...3613false12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/veteran-stories-an-untold-history-of-valor-and-struggles--70781786Buzzsprout-16059193Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:00:00 +0000Podcast ManagerIn this episode, we feature a powerful and emotional recounting from Victor, a veteran who served in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam. Victor shares his vivid and heartfelt experiences from the battlefields of Germany to the chilling encounters at...4029false11fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/honoring-our-heroes-family-stories-and-the-battle-against-military-ptsd--70781794Buzzsprout-15869315Fri, 04 Oct 2024 18:00:00 +0000Podcast ManagerIn this touching episode of the Promise Keepers Podcast, hosts Frank Sepko and Ray Stender engage in profound conversations with Tracy Riley and Renee Martinuk, mothers of Sergeant Michael Bender and PFC Kyle Sylvester, respectively, who both lost...6553false10fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-brotherhood-of-veterans-stories-of-service-struggle-and-support-with-joey-mccormick-and-patrick-hart--70781797Buzzsprout-15697372Wed, 04 Sep 2024 20:00:00 +0000Podcast ManagerJoin hosts Frank Sepko, Dave Ragan, and Ray Stender in this heartfelt episode of the Promise Keepers Podcast as they welcome Army veteran Joey McCormick and Navy veteran Patrick Hart. Hear their moving stories about joining Veterans Promise, an...7865false9fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/overcoming-darkness-a-veteran-s-path-to-recovery-and-hope-with-denise-carey--70781802Buzzsprout-15584477Wed, 14 Aug 2024 20:00:00 +0000Podcast ManagerJoin Frank Sepko, Dave Reagan, and Ray Stender from Veterans Promise as they sit down with Denise Carey, a licensed clinical social worker from the Scranton Vet Center, on the Promise Keepers Podcast. This heartfelt episode explores Dave's powerful...7859false8fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unwavering-honor-a-journey-about-brotherhood-trauma-and-healing-with-marine-veteran-tim-morris--70781801Buzzsprout-15417642Mon, 15 Jul 2024 19:00:00 +0000Podcast ManagerJoin hosts Frank Sepko, Dave Reagan, and Ray Stender on an emotional episode of the Promise Keepers Podcast, where they are joined by Marine veteran Tim Morris to recount stories of profound honor, sacrifice, and brotherhood. This powerful narrative...11432false7fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/transforming-veteran-care-with-veterans-promise-valhalla-veteran-services--70781788Buzzsprout-15356446Wed, 03 Jul 2024 18:00:00 +0000Podcast ManagerThis episode of the Promise Keepers Podcast welcomes Sgt. Eric Darling (US Army Ret.), Executive Director of Valhalla Veteran Services. Follow along as Eric explains the mission of the Valhalla Veterans Services organization, focusing on mental health...7008false6fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/breaking-the-stigma-trust-therapy-and-healing-for-veterans-with-ptsd--70781782Buzzsprout-15244524Thu, 13 Jun 2024 20:00:00 +0000Podcast ManagerJoin hosts Frank Sepko, Dave Ragan, and Ray Stender on the Promise Keepers Podcast as they engage in a profound discussion with Dr. Megan Velo-Zorzi of Redbird Mental Health about veteran mental health and PTSD. This episode sheds light on the...5507false5fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bravery-behind-the-battles-a-journey-of-love-loss-and-renewal-with-guest-stephanie-granville--70781805Buzzsprout-15124854Thu, 23 May 2024 20:00:00 +0000Podcast ManagerThis episode explores the profound impact of military service, PTSD, and the devastating effects of suicide on a veteran's family through the lens of Stephanie Granville, the widow of Staff Sergeant Joseph Granville. It presents an intimate narrative...12375false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/heroes-unveiled-stories-of-valor-recovery-and-brotherhood-with-sgm-kevin-bittenbender--70781785Buzzsprout-14997677Thu, 02 May 2024 20:00:00 +0000Podcast ManagerThis episode of the Promise Keepers Podcast weaves together profound narratives of veterans' valor, struggles, and journey toward healing. Our guest, Sergeant Major Kevin Bittenbender, shares with us the concepts of the power of purpose, passion, and...8122false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/transforming-justice-veterans-courts-journey-of-support-and-rehabilitation--70781789Buzzsprout-14823041Wed, 03 Apr 2024 20:00:00 +0000Podcast ManagerThis episode brings together judges, veterans, and advocates to discuss the transformative role of Veterans Courts within the criminal justice system. Featured guests, including Judges Michael Barrasse and Tom Munley (U.S. Army Ret.), alongside...6316false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-tribute-to-sgt-shawn-jenks-and-the-birth-of-veterans-promise--70781790Buzzsprout-14641394Wed, 06 Mar 2024 21:00:00 +0000Podcast ManagerThis episode of the Promise Keepers Podcast focuses on the legacy of U.S. veteran Sgt. Shawn Jenks, remembering him through narratives by his family and friends including his daughter, Brooke. The podcast sheds light on Veterans Promise and its...5230false1full