The Veteran Blueprint

The Veteran Blueprint Listen to “From Glory Days: Veterans Edition” weekly as veterans share their powerful and personal journeys before, during, and after military service.

Fighting veteran suicide through storytelling🎙️🇺🇸

Tune in to “The Veteran Blueprint” as veterans share their stories of service, the challenges of transitioning to civilian life, and their paths to success and fulfillment. Through heartfelt interviews veterans discuss the emotional and physical challenges faced while serving, the struggles of transitioning back to civilian life, and how they ulti

mately found success, peace, and significance in their post military endeavors. The show offers listeners an intimate look into the resilience and strength of those who served in the military.

08/10/2026

Jessica Ruttenber joins the show to discuss her journey from childhood fascination with aviation to a 20-year Air Force career, discussing challenges and triumphs as a female pilot.
Jessica Ruttenber

08/07/2026

🚨 VetFest is TODAY! 🇺🇸

There’s still time to sign up, and it’s completely FREE!

Join us at 12:00 PM at the Cleary University Baseball Stadium for:

🍔 Free food
🤝 Free connections
🎶 Free live music
📚 Free information about veteran benefits and resources

Whether you’re a veteran, active-duty service member, or military family member, we’d love to see you there. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with your community!

08/06/2026

While earning his nursing degree, Jim Lorraine’s life changed in an instant after a devastating car accident that led to his foot being amputated and reattached.

Most people would have seen the end of their dreams. Jim saw a reason to keep going.

His story is a powerful reminder that setbacks don’t have to define your future, and that perseverance can take you farther than you ever imagined.

08/05/2026

Jim Lorraine, retired Lt. Col. and founder of America’s Warrior Partnership, shares his journey, from his early life in central New York involved a service-focused family, with many relatives serving in World War II and Vietnam. This background shaped his commitment to service; however, his path to the military took an unexpected turn during nursing school when a car accident resulted in his foot being amputated. Through determination and a physical therapist’s challenge to define his life goals, he pursued his dream of becoming an Air Force officer, even with a reattached foot.
America's Warrior Partnership

08/04/2026

The Battle Buddy app puts your VA benefits, healthcare, home loan resources, mental health support, education, and more all in one place. Built by a veteran and his wife to make finding the resources you’ve earned easier. Download it today on the App Store. 📲

08/03/2026

Raised in a family of service. Inspired by generations who served. Now Andy Riise is sharing how the mindset built through sports mirrors the discipline, teamwork, and leadership found in the military. Welcome to The Veteran Blueprint. 🎙️🇺🇸
Andy Riise

08/02/2026

Andy Rise grew up in Oakdale, California, and was influenced by his family’s military service. His father served in Vietnam, his sister and brother-in-law were officers, and his grandfathers served in World War Il. This military background instilled in him a sense of leadership, service, and community involvement, leading him to West Point.
Andy Riise

07/30/2026

David Opperman’s advice to his brother is a masterclass in work ethic. Success isn’t about getting the perfect assignment, it’s about how you handle the job you are given. If you do it well, the rest will take care of itself.

07/29/2026

David Opperman discusses his early life, influenced by his family’s work ethic and his grandfather’s military service, shaping his decision to join the Air Force for educational opportunities. His military experience provided foundation of structure and discipline, which he then translated into a career in law enforcement, serving as a police officer before joining the FBl.

07/28/2026

Tiffany Jones Lewis, a Navy veteran and entrepreneur, discussed her journey from a traditional Southern upbringing to founding the TGL Collection. She spoke about her military service, which she viewed as a vehicle for travel and higher education, rather than a combat-focused path.

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