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Hosted by Will Yeske · education · EN · 34 episodes
The podcast where we engage in insightful conversations with subject matter experts and fellow veterans about the breakthroughs they’ve achieved throughout their lives. Our main goal is to uncover the successful habits and frameworks that contribute to these achievements and demonstrate how listeners can leverage the valuable skills and lessons ingrained in military life. Through sharing these inspiring success stories, we aim to expand our own knowledge while motivating others to pursue their own paths to success. Join us as we explore the intersection of experience and achievement!
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Signup to Generate a PitchThe podcast where we engage in insightful conversations with subject matter experts and fellow veterans about the breakthroughs they’ve achieved throughout their lives. Our main goal is to uncover the successful habits and frameworks that contribute to these achievements and demonstrate how listeners can leverage the valuable skills and lessons ingrained in military life.
Veteran Success Story is hosted by Will Yeske. The show has published 34 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Joseph Fontenot - The Call to Duty: Preserving a Legacy of Battles Fought in the Arghandab" (1 July 2025, 89 minutes), "Will Yeske - Navigating Chaos: Community Resillience in Times of Uncertainty" (24 June 2025, 15 minutes), and "Juan Perez: The Veteran Coach - The Struggle of Trasitioning from the Military to Finding Purpose" (17 June 2025, 82 minutes).
Veteran Success Story publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 86 minutes across 34 episodes.
Booking probability for Veteran Success Story is 21%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Veteran Success Story requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Veteran Success Story's contact route on record: verified email.
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Will Yeske hosts Veteran Success Story, an education show with 34 episodes published.
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Episode #22
<p>Summary</p><p><br /></p><p>In this episode, Will speaks with Joseph Fontenot, author of 'Sons of the Argandab', about his experiences in Afghanistan, the importance of storytelling for veterans, and the impact of war...
Episode #21
<p>Summary</p><p><br /></p><p>In this episode of Veteran Success Story, Will reflects on the current state of chaos and uncertainty in society, discussing the implications of political division, immigration issues, and...
Episode #20
<p>Summary</p><p><br /></p><p>In this episode of Veteran Success Story, host Will Yeske speaks with Juan Perez, a veteran coach and founder of Vet Rise Academy. </p><p><br /></p><p>They discuss Juan's journey from...
Episode #19
<p>Summary</p><p><br /></p><p>In this conversation, John Wayne Troxell, the third Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, shares his journey through military leadership, the evolution of...
Episode #18
<p>Summary</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, Will interviews Jared Reinhart from the Heroic Hearts Project, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing veterans access to psychedelic therapy. </p><p><br></p><p>They...
Episode #17
<p>SummaryIn this conversation, Will and Tim Kolzak discuss the importance of storytelling in the veteran community, exploring Tim's journey with the Veterans Project. They delve into the power of sharing personal...
Episode #16
<p>Summary</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, Ruben Ayala shares his inspiring journey from being a special forces operator to becoming a successful entrepreneur and advocate for diversity in the military...
Episode #15
<p>Summary</p><p><br /></p><p>In this conversation, Heath Hansen, a veteran writer and journalist, shares his journey from military service to becoming a voice in the journalism world, particularly with Soldier of...
Episode #12
<p>Summary</p><p><br /></p><p>In this episode, Marine veteran Ethan Nagel shares his journey from intense combat while deployed to Iraq & Afghanistan to filmmaking. We discussed the emotional toll of recounting his...
Episode #14
<p>Summary</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Veteran Success Story, Joshua Skovlund shares his journey from the military to journalism, discussing the difficulties of transitioning from service, the impact of alcohol...
Episode #14
<p>Summary</p><p><br /></p><p>In this conversation, Scott DeLuzio shares his profound journey from military service to becoming an advocate for veterans. He discusses the impact of losing his brother in combat, the...
Episode #13
<p>Summary</p><p><br /></p><p>In this episode, retired United States Marine Lieutenant Colonel Russell Worth Parker shares his journey from military service to becoming a writer and editor. </p><p><br /></p><p>He...
Episode #12
<p>Summary</p><p><br /></p><p>In this conversation, Will Yeske speaks with Dan Baker and Roger Vogel, the creators of the podcast Tracer Burnout, about their military experiences and the motivation behind their podcast...
Episode #11
<p>Summary</p><p><br /></p><p>In this conversation, Will Yeske and Deny Caballero delve into the complexities of mental health treatment for veterans, particularly focusing on the use of psychedelics and comprehensive...
Episode #10
<p>Summary</p><p><br /></p><p>In this conversation, Will Yeske interviews Dale Knollinger, focusing on the importance of brotherhood and community among veterans. They discuss the impact of shared experiences, the role...
Episode #9
<p>Summary</p><p><br /></p><p>In this episode, Will Yeske interviews Lieutenant Colonel (r) Scott Mann, a retired Green Beret officer, author, playright, and leadership coach. </p><p><br /></p><p>They discuss Scott's...
Episode #8
<p>Summary</p><p><br /></p><p>In this episode, Will Yeske speaks with Greg Drobny, the outreach coordinator at Code Platoon, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping veterans transition into software engineering...
Episode #7
<p>Summary</p><p><br /></p><p>In this episode of Veteran Success Stories, host Will Yeske speaks with Carey Kight, co-founder of Veteran Made Productions. They discuss Kerry's journey from military service to the film...
Episode #6
<p>Summary</p><p><br></p><p>In this conversation, Jonathan Severs from Hire Heroes USA discusses the organization's mission to provide career coaching and support to veterans, including those facing homelessness. He...
Episode #5
<p>Summary</p><p><br /></p><p>In this episode of Veteran's Success Story, Patrick McNamara shares his journey from a 22-year military career, including time in Delta Force, to finding purpose in civilian life. He...
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artist-in-residence at Fenway CDC's Newcastle Studio, Vet Rise Academy
author of "Surviving Son", Drive On Podcast
former President, Australian Strength and Conditioning Association
New York Times best-selling author, 3X TedX speaker, playwright, 3rd Rail Sunset Models
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