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VSO Talk Radio Is a Show That Connects Veterans, Active-Duty Military, National Guard, Family Members, and Spouses with Information and Services Available to them on The State and Federal Level. Each Show Will Provide Information Related To Military Service, VA Benefits, State Benefits, Housing and Education, As Well As In depth Interviews, Special Guests Appearances, and One Of A Kind Prospectiv... more

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In the episode we discuss some of the most commonly overlooked VA and Massachusetts veterans benefits.

This week on VSO Talk Radio, we discuss the proposed Massachusetts OVA budget cuts, the Take Care of America’s Veterans Act, and what these issues could mean for veterans, their families, and the benefits they’ve earned.

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Recent Guests

Floyd Johnson
Veteran central to a Supreme Court case about challenges to VA benefits law
Veteran (case subject)
Episode: Taken Care of Veterans Act & New Foreclosure Prevention Program
Jesus Pereira
Guest, veteran advocate and presenter
Unspecified in transcript
Episode: Jesus is Back!
Coleman Nee
DAV National Commander (former Massachusetts Secretary of Veterans Services)
Disabled American Veterans (DAV)
Episode: VA Interim Final Rule
Dan Wiley
American Legion National Commander
American Legion
Episode: VA Interim Final Rule
Cory Gleiser
Senior Vice National Commander, Veterans of Foreign Wars
VFW
Episode: VA Interim Final Rule
Michael Cicito
Sergeant Major, Retired (guest)
VSO Community
Episode: VA Interim Final Rule
Mike Slater
Former employee of the VA and veteran advocate, involved with the veterans community in Western Massachusetts
Former VA Employee
Episode: VA Cuts: Interview with Mike Slater, formerly employed by the VA
Brandon Franco
Marine Corps veteran and Drill Instructor turned veteran service team leader at Rosecrance Behavioral Health
Rosecrance Behavioral Health
Episode: Brandon Franco: Rosecrance Behavioral Health
Colonel Bob Notch
Retired Colonel, head of the Office of Veteran Advocate
Office of Veteran Advocate
Episode: Special Guest: Office of the Veteran Advocate

Hosts

Eric Segundo
Director of Veteran Services with extensive experience in supporting veterans and addressing their needs.
Jesus Pereira
Superintendent of the Veterans Assistance Commission with a mission to improve services for veterans.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 13 ratings
  • Thanks for having our backs!

    We really appreciate what ya’ll do! This is a great resource for Veterans to stay in the know and help take care of each other.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Myself1994
    United States3 months ago

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Recent Court Decisions regarding VA Benefits
Q: What if I exhaust my current benefits before VA reviews my eligibility?
VA will continue automatic reviews for those with less than three months of benefits remaining who are currently enrolled or were enrolled recently; updates will determine entitlement without requiring action from the veteran.
Recent Court Decisions regarding VA Benefits
Q: Is there a deadline to apply?
There is no longer a deadline; VA will automatically review eligible records.
Recent Court Decisions regarding VA Benefits
Q: How is the VA notifying veterans who may be impacted by these changes?
VA will automatically review files for those identified as potentially eligible; some veterans may be contacted to submit additional information, but many will not require action beyond automatic evaluation.
Recent Court Decisions regarding VA Benefits
Q: Am I eligible for benefits and what should I do?
If you previously waived Montgomery GI Bill benefits to use Post-9-11 benefits, you may now be eligible for more benefits; VA will automatically evaluate your file and inform you if further action is required; there is a 48-month combined cap, and federal law prohibits dual use in some configurations.
VA Cuts: Interview with Mike Slater, formerly employed by the VA
Q: What are you doing to stop this from happening?
We're holding a rally to honor the contract at the Springfield Vet Center, emphasizing that the VA needs to honor its commitment to veterans.

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Focused on veterans and military personnel, this podcast addresses a range of issues affecting their lives, emphasizing information and resources available at both state and federal levels. Episodes often include interviews with veterans, government officials, and advocates who discuss various topics, including legislative changes, VA benefits, and personal stories from veterans that shed light on the challenges they face. Noteworthy elements include detailed explorations of programs aimed at supporting veterans, making it a crucial resource for those seeking to understand their rights and navigate available services effectively.

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1. Veterans Legal Lowdown: VA Benefits Explained
2. The Veterans Disability Nexus
3. Up First from NPR
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VSO Talk Radio launched 4 years ago and published 168 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on VSO Talk Radio include:

1. Floyd Johnson
2. Jesus Pereira
3. Coleman Nee
4. Dan Wiley
5. Cory Gleiser
6. Michael Cicito
7. Mike Slater
8. Brandon Franco

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