Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You
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Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You shines a light on the real struggles and triumphs of veterans navigating life after military service. Each episode dives into the heart of military transition—sharing tales of resilience, setbacks, humor, and growth as veterans move from boots to business or rediscover purpose in civilian life. If you’re seeking inspiration, practical advice on military transition, or just a reminder that you’re not walking this path alone, Exit Buddy is here to help you find your way forward and thrive beyond the uniform.
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S2E3 Fear of the Unknown to Studio Owner: Reintroducing Yourself After Service
In this episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You, Kathleen and Rachel sit down with Laura Hatcher, a veteran who served as a Navy Diver and intelligence officer before pivoting to…
S2E2 12 Foxtrot to 12 Fox Beer: Brewing Community & Finding Family
In this episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You, Kathleen chats with Joe Hogge, an Army combat engineer who turned a love of Bavarian beer into a Texas Hill Country brewery named after…
S2E1 Wrestler, Drill Sergeant, Contractor, Lawyer: The Unstoppable Path of Relentless Effort
In this episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You, Kathleen flies solo to sit down with an Army Reservist whose career reads like a masterclass in relentless effort and reinvention. From…
S1 Producer Pick: Passion & Purpose After Service
Welcome to this special edition of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You. As we gear up for our second season (airing January 26, 2026), we’re excited to share a “producer pick” featuring one of…
S1 The Lessons We Learned from Our Honorary Exit Buddies
It’s the Season 1 finale! Kathleen and Rachel sit down to reflect on the incredible veterans who joined us on Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You. From pilots to cyber warriors and nonprofit…
S1E11 Brewing Your Next Chapter: Translating Supply Corps Skills to Starbucks
In this episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You, we meet Stephanie West, a Navy veteran who charted a course from the supply lines of the military to the heart of Starbucks operations.…
S1E10 Breaking Barriers in Aviation & Turning Passion into Nonprofit Purpose
In this episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You, retired US Air Force pilot Jessica Ruttenber shares her remarkable journey navigating—and ultimately transforming—the world of military…
S1E9 Buckle Down & Break Through: From Devil Dog to Cyber Champion
Join Kathleen Smith and Rachel Bozeman as they welcome Tom Eston, a Marine turned cybersecurity trailblazer, podcaster, and mentor, for an inspiring dive into his journey. From his infantry days to…
S1E8 Don’t Tough It Out: A Marine's VA & Vitamin M Warning
Join Kathleen Smith and Rachel Bozeman as they welcome Rob Fuller, a U.S. Marine veteran, cybersecurity leader, and community founder, for a raw look at his journey. From blowing up 300 pounds of C4…
S1E7 From Chief to "Just" Jaimee: Soul Searching & Taking Your Shot
In this episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You, Air Force veteran Jaimee Freeman shares her recent military transition experience—shedding her Chief identity for "just" Jaimee after 28…
S1E6 It Sucks, but I Love It: Finding Joy Through the Tough Stuff
Air Force veteran Josh Mason shares his journey of military transition and personal growth on this episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You. From cybersecurity to teaching,…
S1E5 Carrying the Load and Uplifting Others
Army veteran Daniel Benjamin steps up to the mic to share his military transition story, from 20 years in signals intelligence to a program manager in cybersecurity and healthcare, on this episode of…
S1E4 Red Nails, New Trails: Forging Your Identity After Service
In this episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You, 20-year Air Force veteran Trecie Spencer shares her journey from joining the Air Force at 17 to a successful career as a project manager…
S1E3 From Tech to Tarmac: A Fighter Pilot’s Second Act in Aviation
Air Force veteran Steve Luczynski shares his remarkable journey from soaring the skies in F-15s and F-22s to navigating national security policy, diving into a cybersecurity leadership path, and…
S1E2 Hawk & Hack: Finding Your Personal Brand and Cyber Tribe
Army veteran John Stoner shares his resilient path from signals intelligence analyst to cybersecurity leader in this episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You. With a decade of Army…
Behind the Mic: Meet Your Exit Buddies, Kathleen & Rachel
In this bonus episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You, hosts Kathleen Smith and Rachel Bozeman pull back the curtain for a fun, heartfelt "get to know us" chat. From the inspiration…
S1E1 Fire on Deck to Fire in the Belly: If You Lose Your Passion, You've Lost at Life
Navy veteran Shanon Raab discusses his journey from machinist’s mate to passionate recruiter, in both the Navy and civilian worlds, in our first official episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to…
Welcome to Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You
Join hosts Kathleen Smith and Rachel Bozeman for the launch of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You! This podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the transition from military to civilian…
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Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You has published 18 episodes since September 2025, covering topics in Education, Government.
Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 25m.
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