In this episode, Donna welcomes Marine James Eastland, a man on a mission to make a difference. James is gearing up for the Transamerica Non-stop bike ride, a grueling 8,300-mile journey across the country to raise funds and awareness for the Transition Warrior Foundation, a supporting veterans and first responders.

Donna and James dive deep into the “why” behind his ride, the physical and mental demands of such a monumental trek, and the broader impact of community-driven support for those who serve. Their heartfelt conversation sheds light on the resilience of our nation's heroes and the incredible ways ordinary individuals can create extraordinary change.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• James’s personal journey and what inspired this coast-to-coast ride
• The training, preparation, and mindset required for an 8,300-mile non-stop challenge
• The mission of the Transition Warrior Foundation and how listeners can support it
• Candid stories of struggle, perseverance, and hope
• Why community and connection are critical in the healing process for veterans and first responders

Links & Resources:

• Learn more or donate: Transition Warrior Foundation
• Follow James’s ride: The Ride for Heroes
• Connect with Donna Hoffmeyer: Rebel LLC

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In this episode of Beyond the Frontline, Donna sits down with active duty Army veteran Anthony Peterson to share a deeply moving and inspiring conversation about loss, healing, and resilience.

Anthony opens up about his military journey, the emotional burden of service, and the heartbreak of losing close friends to suicide. In response to his personal struggles and grief, Anthony founded Flags to Remember, a nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring fallen service members through handcrafted, personalized flags.

In this powerful episode of Beyond the Frontline, Donna sits down with Stephanie Gattas, a founding member of the Pink Berets and a passionate advocate for women veterans. Together, they tackle some of the most urgent issues facing the veteran community today, including military sexual trauma, veteran suicide, and the crucial role of legislative advocacy in creating systemic change.

Stephanie shares her deeply informed perspective, drawing from her experience serving on military committees aimed at preventing sexual misconduct. She emphasizes the importance of grassroots action and how individual voices can drive meaningful reform. This episode is a call to awareness and more importantly, a call to action.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The mission and impact of the Pink Berets organization
• The current landscape of military sexual trauma and how it’s being addressed
• How veteran suicide is affecting the community, particularly women
• Why legislative advocacy and community engagement are key to change
• Steps you can take to support women veterans and get involved

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