Billy Kelly

In this episode we had Tiffany Lever Army Vet and LCSW explain the amazing programs that the Lowell Vet Center provides, Then Exe Director of the Veterans North East Outreach Center Billy Kelly (ret Coast Guard Captain)  joined via telephone to talk about what VNEOC does for our Vets

In this episode we had Tiffany Lever Army Vet and LCSW explain the amazing programs that the Lowell Vet Center provides, Then Exe Director of the Veterans North East Outreach Center Billy Kelly (ret Coast Guard Captain)  joined via telephone to talk about what VNEOC does for our Vets

Vet Center (lowell) Tiffany Lever and VNEOC Billy Kelly

Mike and Scott spoke wit mPEAK coach Yevette Trapani about mindfulness and wellness

Mike and Scott spoke wit mPEAK coach Yevette Trapani about mindfulness and wellness

mPEAK Coach YevetteTrapani

In this episode Brian Harkins Army Vet and Fire Fighter (EMS) a peer to peer support guy joins us in the studio and HB resident Clinician Karen D. joins in via remote location to talk about breaking the stigma and getting help. 

In this episode Brian Harkins Army Vet and Fire Fighter (EMS) a peer to peer support guy joins us in the studio and HB resident Clinician Karen D. joins in via remote location to talk about breaking the stigma and getting help.

Mental Health Awareness Month

Heather Sweeney joins us as and talks about mental mindset, wellness, meditation and climbing mountains.  thank you to our partners at JDCU.org, SWAM.org and Plannedperfectly.net heathersweeney.com

Heather Sweeney joins us as and talks about mental mindset, wellness, meditation and climbing mountains.  thank you to our partners at <a href="http://JDCU.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JDCU.org</a>, <a href="http://SWAM.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SWAM.org</a> and <a href="http://Plannedperfectly.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Plannedperfectly.net</a> <a href="http://heathersweeney.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">heathersweeney.com</a>

Climbing Mental Mountains

David Betz

We had the honor of having Police Captain David Betz come on the show and talk about his loss of his son David (III) a young police officer struggling in silence.  Capt. Betz talks about staying mentally strong, seeking help and rebuilding in the name of his son . Captain Betz is a huge advocate for police and first responder mental health and the new suicide crisis line 988.  Thank you to our partners  www.SWAM.org www.JDCU.org Listen live Weds nights at 8 pm on WCAP 890 Lowell, Ma

We had the honor of having Police Captain David Betz come on the show and talk about his loss of his son David (III) a young police officer struggling in silence.  Capt. Betz talks about staying mentally strong, seeking help and rebuilding in the name of his son . Captain Betz is a huge advocate for police and first responder mental health and the new suicide crisis line 988.  Thank you to our partners  <a href="http://www.SWAM.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.SWAM.org</a> <a href="http://www.JDCU.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.JDCU.org</a> Listen live Weds nights at 8 pm on WCAP 890 Lowell, Ma

When its on your front door step, Police Capt David Betz and the loss of is son

This episode Chris, Scott and Ice Mike sit and talk about Mindfulness, Wellness and Resilience. Don't sweat the little stuff and other methods of reprograming your mindset  Thanks to our partners  SWAM.org JDCU.org

This episode Chris, Scott and Ice Mike sit and talk about Mindfulness, Wellness and Resilience. Don't sweat the little stuff and other methods of reprograming your mindset  Thanks to our partners  <a href="http://SWAM.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SWAM.org</a> <a href="http://JDCU.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JDCU.org</a>

Mindfulness, Resilience and Struggling Well

We had 22 Mohawks founder and Army Ranger David Campisano call into Hidden Battles Radio and discusses the 22 Mohawk Mission. www.22mohawks.com  Thank you to our partners Swim With A Misson www.SWAM.org Jeanne D'Arc Credit Union www.JDCU.org listen live Weds nights @ 8Pm www.wcap.com

We had 22 Mohawks founder and Army Ranger David Campisano call into Hidden Battles Radio and discusses the 22 Mohawk Mission. <a href="http://www.22mohawks.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.22mohawks.com</a> Thank you to our partners Swim With A Misson <a href="http://www.SWAM.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.SWAM.org</a> Jeanne D'Arc Credit Union <a href="http://www.JDCU.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.JDCU.org</a> listen live Weds nights @ 8Pm <a href="http://www.wcap.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.wcap.com</a>

22 Mohawks w/ David Campisano

Hear the story of Ret Police Det Mario Oliveira as he talks about how he was shot 6 times point blank and his road to founding VIPO911.org and writing Gunrunner to tell his story.  Thanks to our sponsors Swim With A Mission SWAM.ORG Recorded Live at the WCAP 980 Studio in Lowell. 

Hear the story of Ret Police Det Mario Oliveira as he talks about how he was shot 6 times point blank and his road to founding <a href="http://VIPO911.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">VIPO911.org</a> and writing Gunrunner to tell his story.  Thanks to our sponsors Swim With A Mission <a href="http://SWAM.ORG" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SWAM.ORG</a> Recorded Live at the WCAP 980 Studio in Lowell.

Gunner w/ (R) Det Mario Oliveira

Laura Sheridan

After 3 attempts we finally got the H6 Zoom to cooperate. Laura is a doctor in psychology avid runner, new to grappling and married to a LEO. We discuss so much form self medicating to covid related mental health issues coming to a clinician near you. Once again its informative, humorous and relatable.  https://meetmonarch.com/therapist/laura-sheridan-phd-licensed-psychologist-merrimack-nh Sponsors  www.jdcu.org www.dcu.org www.rhodesremodelingne.com

After 3 attempts we finally got the H6 Zoom to cooperate. Laura is a doctor in psychology avid runner, new to grappling and married to a LEO. We discuss so much form self medicating to covid related mental health issues coming to a clinician near you. Once again its informative, humorous and relatable.  <a href="https://meetmonarch.com/therapist/laura-sheridan-phd-licensed-psychologist-merrimack-nh" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://meetmonarch.com/therapist/laura-sheridan-phd-licensed-psychologist-merrimack-nh</a> Sponsors  <a href="http://www.jdcu.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.jdcu.org</a> <a href="http://www.dcu.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dcu.org</a> <a href="http://www.rhodesremodelingne.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rhodesremodelingne.com</a>

Dr. Laura Sheridan Psychologist

Brian Fleming

In this episode, Scott spoke with Peer Support Specialist Ret. Sgt Brian Fleming of the Boston Police. Brian is the Owner of Peer Support LLC. Brian shared his story and perspective on Peer Support in Law Enforcement.  Brian@peersupportservices.net masscoppeersupportquiz.org

In this episode, Scott spoke with Peer Support Specialist Ret. Sgt Brian Fleming of the Boston Police. Brian is the Owner of Peer Support LLC. Brian shared his story and perspective on Peer Support in Law Enforcement.  <a href="mailto:Brian@peersupportservices.net">Brian@peersupportservices.net</a> <a href="http://masscoppeersupportquiz.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">masscoppeersupportquiz.org</a>

Ret Sgt Brian Fleming Boston PD Peer Support Services

Veteran and First Responder topics education w/ humor

Sean Welch

Sat down once again with the Sarge and spoke about PTS (d) programs he has found success with. Shift guilty pleasures and other shenanigans   www.dcu.org www.jdcu.org Rhodes Remodeling LLC Nashua, NH

Sat down once again with the Sarge and spoke about PTS (d) programs he has found success with. Shift guilty pleasures and other shenanigans   <a href="http://www.dcu.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dcu.org</a> <a href="http://www.jdcu.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.jdcu.org</a> Rhodes Remodeling LLC Nashua, NH

K9 Officer and Army Vet Sean Welch part Deux

We sat with our staff clinician Karen DiRienzo  and discussed the role of mental health in law enforcement. 

We sat with our staff clinician Karen DiRienzo  and discussed the role of mental health in law enforcement.

Mental Health in Law Enforcement

Sat with Tik Tok Fav K9 handler and Veteran Sean Welch and spoke about PTS, signs, symptoms and effects 

Sat with Tik Tok Fav K9 handler and Veteran Sean Welch and spoke about PTS, signs, symptoms and effects

K9 Officer and Army Vet Sean Welch

This is the second half of a great sit down interview we did with Mike and Denise of The Veterans Assembly Hall Podcast. We discuss things past present and the future of HB. There is a lot of humor and some behind the scenes insight on the inner workings of Hidden Battles. PS the drinking game continues. So get some spirits and strap in this was a really fun interview. 

This is the second half of a great sit down interview we did with Mike and Denise of The Veterans Assembly Hall Podcast. We discuss things past present and the future of HB. There is a lot of humor and some behind the scenes insight on the inner workings of Hidden Battles. PS the drinking game continues. So get some spirits and strap in this was a really fun interview.

Veterans Assembly Hall Part 2

This is part 1 of 2 episodes where we sat down with Mike and Denise from The Veterans Assembly Hall Podcast. We discussed all things Hidden Battles. Past, Present and Future. There is a lot of humor and some behind the scenes insight on the inner workings of Hidden Battles.  PS there is a drinking game involved. So get some spirits and strap in this was a really fun interview. 

This is part 1 of 2 episodes where we sat down with Mike and Denise from The Veterans Assembly Hall Podcast. We discussed all things Hidden Battles. Past, Present and Future. There is a lot of humor and some behind the scenes insight on the inner workings of Hidden Battles.  PS there is a drinking game involved. So get some spirits and strap in this was a really fun interview.

Veterans Assembly Hall Part1

This session we talked with Dan Houston a retired LEO and active Peer Support  advocate talks all things Peer Support and Peer Support programs. 

This session we talked with Dan Houston a retired LEO and active Peer Support  advocate talks all things Peer Support and Peer Support programs.

Peer Support

In this episode Chris and Scott chat with Aaron Chapple a USMC vet and Police Officer, Topics include holidays away from family, Connecting through zoom, IG, DM, IM etc along with the impact on Vets currently dealing with Covid restrictions, Some stories of shenanigans and Scott goes off on a "Why you shouldn't Defund the Police" 

In this episode Chris and Scott chat with Aaron Chapple a USMC vet and Police Officer, Topics include holidays away from family, Connecting through zoom, IG, DM, IM etc along with the impact on Vets currently dealing with Covid restrictions, Some stories of shenanigans and Scott goes off on a "Why you shouldn't Defund the Police"

Holidays as a Vet and First Responder

Our special guest retired 23 yr Navy Seal Master Chief Harry Bologna sits down and talks about PTS, working with Travis Mills Foundation and how he became 3 inches taller. Harry was then surprised with a meeting with boxing legend Micky Ward  www.travismillsfoundation.org www.mickywardcharities.com www.taverninthesquare.com/lowell

Our special guest retired 23 yr Navy Seal Master Chief Harry Bologna sits down and talks about PTS, working with Travis Mills Foundation and how he became 3 inches taller. Harry was then surprised with a meeting with boxing legend Micky Ward  <a href="http://www.travismills" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.travismillsfoundation.org</a> <a href="http://www.mickywardcharities.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.mickywardcharities.com</a> <a href="http://www.taverninthesquare.com/littleton" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.taverninthesquare.com/lowell</a>

When Harry Met Micky

Surviving Swim With A Mission, Such an Enjoyable event thank you for letting us ride your coat tails Phil and Julie Taub Matt Foster (SWAM) David and Bridgette Ball Honor The Fallen Thank you Westshore Marine of Bristol, NH, Experience Newfound and Ladd Farm in this episode we talk about the Massachusetts Emotional Support Help Line for First Responders (Its HIPAA safe)  781-278-4444 (24/7/365) for Police Fire EMS Nursing  Audio Crow bomb,  Upcoming Events (your gonna have to listen) Defund the Police and What that means for Mental Health.  "Just because we don't agree, don't mean we can't be friends" visit our episode partners www.westshoremarine.com www.experiencenewfound.com www.swimwithamission.org www.memoriesofedmondlo.com 

Surviving Swim With A Mission, Such an Enjoyable event thank you for letting us ride your coat tails Phil and Julie Taub Matt Foster (SWAM) David and Bridgette Ball Honor The Fallen Thank you Westshore Marine of Bristol, NH, Experience Newfound and Ladd Farm in this episode we talk about the Massachusetts Emotional Support Help Line for First Responders (Its HIPAA safe)  781-278-4444 (24/7/365) for Police Fire EMS Nursing  Audio Crow bomb,  Upcoming Events (your gonna have to listen) Defund the Police and What that means for Mental Health.  "Just because we don't agree, don't mean we can't be friends" visit our episode partners <a href="http://www.westshoremarine.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.westshoremarine.com</a> <a href="http://www.experiencenewfound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.experiencenewfound.com</a> <a href="http://www.swimwithamission.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.swimwithamission.org</a> <a href="http://www.memoriesofedmondlo.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.memoriesofedmondlo.com</a>

Episode 20 Mission Complete SWAM

This episode marks the return of Capt Rowdy and Chris. We did a teleconference and talked about different aspects of first responder life during the "Self Quarantine" WE discuss Ticks V. Chicks, The Fresh Prince of Temple, Lip Locking in a grocery store, 5-6 feet, how to clear out an isle and TP LARCENY. 

This episode marks the return of Capt Rowdy and Chris. We did a teleconference and talked about different aspects of first responder life during the "Self Quarantine" WE discuss Ticks V. Chicks, The Fresh Prince of Temple, Lip Locking in a grocery store, 5-6 feet, how to clear out an isle and TP LARCENY.

Covid-19 Hidden Battles Addition

A mix for everyone! Military, first responders, and life in general! Can’t wait to hear more! 😊

Love this podcast!

I’ve known Scott and Chris for about a year, and they are great guys. The Hidden Battles Foundation is awesome and being able to listen to the podcast while I’m at work is a nice break in the day.

Great show talking about modern issues that veterans and first responders are facing

The Hidden Battles’s Podcast

In this episode we are joined by Paulie Lewis. Unfortunately Chris is sick so it was just poor Paulie and I. Paulie a young police officer discusses being shot and how used social media to over come the metal health aspect of dealing with such trauma. We talk 2000's punk rock, Disney, Fresh Prince of Agra bah,  Dad jokes, Gym Music and where do we go from here.  follow him on IG  PaulieePaull HiddenBattlesfoundation.org IG HiddenBattlesfoundation DCU.org

In this episode we are joined by Paulie Lewis. Unfortunately Chris is sick so it was just poor Paulie and I. Paulie a young police officer discusses being shot and how used social media to over come the metal health aspect of dealing with such trauma. We talk 2000's punk rock, Disney, Fresh Prince of Agra bah,  Dad jokes, Gym Music and where do we go from here.  follow him on IG  PaulieePaull <a href="http://HiddenBattlesfoundation.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HiddenBattlesfoundation.org</a> IG HiddenBattlesfoundation <a href="http://DCU.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">DCU.org</a>

Episode 15 Socially Paulie

Jerry Richardson

WE ahd the honor of having Op Valor's Jerry Richardson and his daughter Cami in the Battle Bunker. We talked about Jerry's brother Chad Littlefield and Chris Kyle which lead to the development of www.OPvalor.org Comparing Dallas to Boston, Boston Bunnies, who said eat at "Hard Rock Cafe", JFK-No Way, WTF is a "Hot Links", Don't say your "R"s, Too Old for Microbrew, Now and then pick ups, Line Dance and Two Step explained and why they are different. PTSD in Hollywood cinema, Girls who say "Woooooooo", 

WE ahd the honor of having Op Valor's Jerry Richardson and his daughter Cami in the Battle Bunker. We talked about Jerry's brother Chad Littlefield and Chris Kyle which lead to the development of <a href="http://www.OPvalor.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.OPvalor.org</a> Comparing Dallas to Boston, Boston Bunnies, who said eat at "Hard Rock Cafe", JFK-No Way, WTF is a "Hot Links", Don't say your "R"s, Too Old for Microbrew, Now and then pick ups, Line Dance and Two Step explained and why they are different. PTSD in Hollywood cinema, Girls who say "Woooooooo",

Episode 8 Jerry Richardson Texas Lingo and Op Valor

Welcome Matt Former 10th group guy AKA Capt. Rowdy, who is now debating a mullet now or let it grow into a magical unicorn mane. We also discuss PTSD and revoking LTC for Police. What happened to Sporks? What the Hell is Animal Yoga? 

Welcome Matt Former 10th group guy AKA Capt. Rowdy, who is now debating a mullet now or let it grow into a magical unicorn mane. We also discuss PTSD and revoking LTC for Police. What happened to Sporks? What the Hell is Animal Yoga?

Episode 7 Actual Mullet Cut now or Later

Chris and Scott do a little recap and give some previews on whats coming up. Stand by for 12. Lots happen in one weekend and it was epic. 

Chris and Scott do a little recap and give some previews on whats coming up. Stand by for 12. Lots happen in one weekend and it was epic.

we call this the One, One Episode. (11)

Episode 4 touches base on more PTSD methods, weed and PTSD, calming dogs, and a whole lot of more.  

Episode 4 touches base on more PTSD methods, weed and PTSD, calming dogs, and a whole lot of more.

Episode 4

We speak with soon to be Eagle Scout Thomas S. of troop 25 Dracut. 

We speak with soon to be Eagle Scout Thomas S. of troop 25 Dracut.

Scouts in the House

Jay Green

Friend of HB, Jay Green joins us to discuss social media. Live by the sword die by the sword social media can be your demise. 911 advice with Chris, Swahili with Creggy. Rambling subjects that matter. 

Friend of HB, Jay Green joins us to discuss social media. Live by the sword die by the sword social media can be your demise. 911 advice with Chris, Swahili with Creggy. Rambling subjects that matter.

Episode 6 Jay Green Social Media and Sports Guru 

Chris and I recap the summer Lots happen and dont worry we will tell you all about it. We talk Op Valor, ODW, Earn Granville, Cornhole 2019, Shuley Cup, State Rep Thomas " Tipa' Golden Holiday Stroll and so much more. 

Chris and I recap the summer Lots happen and dont worry we will tell you all about it. We talk Op Valor, ODW, Earn Granville, Cornhole 2019, Shuley Cup, State Rep Thomas " Tipa' Golden Holiday Stroll and so much more.

Episode 14 Summer RECAP 

In this episode we discuss the using a police radio when you're cold, suicide rates doubel line of duty death in police, unreported suicides in fire fighters, dont butt into my conversation lady we are trying to eat, Try the Higuy and so much more.  check us out on FB, IG, and at www.Hiddenbattlesfoundation.org an comments of suggestion fire off a message to info@hiddenbattlesfoundation.org

In this episode we discuss the using a police radio when you're cold, suicide rates doubel line of duty death in police, unreported suicides in fire fighters, dont butt into my conversation lady we are trying to eat, Try the Higuy and so much more.  check us out on FB, IG, and at <a href="http://www.Hiddenbattlesfoundation.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.Hiddenbattlesfoundation.org</a> an comments of suggestion fire off a message to info@hiddenbattlesfoundation.org

Roger Lets go Higjuy

Welcome back to round 3. we discuss Dr Kim (Navy Seal, Medical Doctor, Astronaut) Medicinal marijuana, Military RX Guinea Pigs, Suicide rate in LEO and FF and other wonder stuff.    Fell free to leave comments and suggestion at  Podcast.hiddenbattlesfoundation@gmail.com follow us on FB IG Twitter and Linked In. 

Welcome back to round 3. we discuss Dr Kim (Navy Seal, Medical Doctor, Astronaut) Medicinal marijuana, Military RX Guinea Pigs, Suicide rate in LEO and FF and other wonder stuff.  Fell free to leave comments and suggestion at  <a href="mailto:Podcast.hiddenbattlesfoundation@gmail.com">Podcast.hiddenbattlesfoundation@gmail.com</a> follow us on FB IG Twitter and Linked In.

Battlecast 3 

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