Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You
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.
Podcasting since 2025 • 20 episodes
Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You
Latest Episodes
Cracking the Corporate Code: Turning Military Skills into Cyber Success
In this episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You, Kathleen and Rachel sit down with Army veteran and West Point grad Bryson Bort, who went from feeling “complete ignorance and sheer terror” in terms of military transition, t...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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26:14
Nervous System Reset: From Combat Ready to Calm Within
In this episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You, Kathleen sits down with Army veteran and former 82nd Airborne paratrooper Patience Ulsted, who went from ballet shoes to jump boots to holistic health entrepreneur. Patience ...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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27:17
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 professional photography. She opens up about...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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23:08
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 his old MOS. He shares memories of his...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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25:32
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 active-duty tanker and All-Army wrestl...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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20:44
