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The DAV Podcast sheds light on important topics and challenges facing America's veterans while also sharing the stories of veterans whom have been impacted by DAV (Disabled American Veterans) through its mission of fulfilling our promises to the men and women that served.
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- 3 weeks ago19 min
Mindscapes: The Mycelium Network
In this episode of the DAV Podcast, host Matt Saintsing sits down with Army veteran and full-time artist Sam Juan to explore the cutting edge of psychedelic-assisted healing and veteran mental health. Juan details her incredible military journey—from navigating her initial service prior to citizenship to operating as part of a pilot Cultural Support Team attached to Joint Special Operations Command and Navy SEAL teams in Afghanistan. Beneath her postwar artistic success, however, lay an unraveling reality of unresolved childhood trauma, deployment stress, and a severe dependence on prescription opiates. Juan shares a raw, unfiltered look at her turning point: a grueling 14-hour ibogaine treatment in Mexico that successfully broke her addiction. This episode goes beyond the typical "magic pill" narrative to tackle the crucial policy debates surrounding psychedelic medicine, emphasizing the profound need for ethical sourcing, trained integration services, and community connection—the literal "mycelium network"—to ensure veterans receive high-caliber, lifesaving care. Don't miss an episode of these vital veteran stories! If you found value in Sam's powerful journey, please like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments below to help DAV amplify more voices from our veteran community.
- Jun 23, 202624 min
Benefits of the Doubt: Chapter 2 The Era of Good Feelings (and even better benefits!)
From a bullet-shattered future president in colonial garb to the 19th-century equivalent of a viral shame campaign, Chapter 2, "The Era of Good Feelings (and even better benefits!)" of the six-part Benefits of the Doubt podcast series exposes the dramatic turning points that rescued American veteran care from local charity . Host Jonathan Kaupanger details how President James Monroe used a masterclass in political branding—and a heavy dose of Revolutionary War nostalgia—to pass the ground-breaking Pension Act of 1818, marking the first time the federal government took long-term responsibility for its heroes. But when a panicked Congress tried to claw back funds by aggressively vetting veterans' poverty, it took a freezing night in Philadelphia and a heartbreaking portrait of an elderly soldier in rags to spark an uproar of national guilt. The resulting public outcry forced the passage of the monumental Pension Act of 1832, permanently shattering the degrading "poverty tests," turning veterans from beggars to ballers overnight with massive back-pay checks, and establishing the foundational blueprint for the modern Department of Veterans Affairs.
- Jun 23, 202625 min
Benefits of the Doubt: Chapter 1 Getting things started...
From naked queens and legal piracy to tattered uniforms on city streets, Benefits of the Doubt is a six-part historical podcast by DAV that proves the 250-year evolution of American veteran benefits is anything but boring. Launched in lockstep with America's 250th anniversary, this gripping series renews the sacred contract between the nation and those who paid for its freedom. Ditching dry politics for high-stakes drama, the podcast reveals how civilian-led advocacy—led largely by fierce, noise-making women—rescued veteran care from total neglect. The debut chapter, "Getting things started…," dives straight into the chaotic aftermath of the Revolutionary War, exposing a broke young government scrambling to pay its heroes through early compromises like the Pension Act of 1776 and the Navy's wild, prize-money-fueled "legal piracy." By pairing vivid, 19th-century oral histories with the reflections of modern service members, this series reframes veteran care not as a state charity, but as a hard-earned, unbreakable federal obligation.
- May 26, 202625 min
Mindscapes: The Science of Meaning
In this episode of the DAV podcast, host Matt Saintsing sits down with Dr. Amelia Hall, a scholar and faculty advisor for the student veterans' group at Naropa University, to explore a transformative, holistic approach to veteran care. Rather than treating veterans from the premise that they are "broken," Dr. Hall highlights how specialized spiritual, therapeutic, and psychedelic-assisted care gives individuals the tools to heal, reclaim agency, and rewrite their own narratives. She discusses how patients—particularly military veterans process complex trauma, PTSD, and moral injury—can weave mystical or expansive experiences into their specific faith backgrounds or secular practices to foster lasting psychological change. Ultimately, the conversation underscores the value of moving away from internalized pain toward a profound shift in self-identity rooted in inherent goodness, offering listeners a clearer perspective on the breakthrough benefits of specialized mind-body medicine.
- May 12, 202615 min
Mindscapes: I went to Mexico and all I got was this reset nervous system
This episode of the DAV Podcast features a powerful discussion on the future of veteran mental health and the emerging role of psychedelic-assisted therapy. Host Rob Lewis sits down with veteran Noah Galloway to explore his transformative experience with ibogaine in Mexico, a potent plant medicine known for its ability to reset the nervous system and alleviate symptoms of PTSD, depression, and anxiety. Galloway details his spiritual journey—from intense cosmic visions to a lasting sense of calm—while addressing the medical safety of ibogaine clinics and the legislative push for VA-sponsored pilot programs in the United States. As states like Texas and Mississippi explore alternative therapies, this conversation highlights why veterans are leading the charge in destigmatizing psychedelics and advocating for innovative solutions to heal deep-seated trauma. Click here for more information on psychedelic medicine: https://www.dav.org/mindscapes/
- Apr 28, 20266 min
Two questions, no compromise!
In this episode of the DAV podcast, we explore the critical legal protections and everyday challenges facing veterans with service dogs. Featuring a firsthand account from Army veteran William McCasland, the discussion highlights a recent case of service dog discrimination at a hotel in Mississippi, where a handler faced pushback despite adhering to ADA rules. Angelica Williams from the Department of Justice (DOJ) Civil Rights Division joins the conversation to clarify the Americans with Disabilities Act guidelines, specifically outlining the only two legal questions business owners may ask: is the dog required because of a disability, and what task has it been trained to perform. From debunking myths about service animal certification to providing resources for filing an ADA complaint, this episode is an essential guide for disabled veterans and business owners navigating service member rights and accessibility laws.
- Apr 14, 202627 min
The War Inside: Understanding the signature injury of a generation.
This episode of the DAV Podcast explores the urgent and evolving landscape of military brain health through a partnership between DAV and the Invisible Wounds Foundation. Host Brian Buckwalter is joined by Dr. James Kelly, a leading expert in brain health, to discuss the signature injury of post-9/11 service: traumatic brain injury (TBI) and repetitive blast exposure. The conversation dives into the critical need for objective diagnostic tools—such as bloodborne biomarkers—to replace subjective clinical assessments and move past the myth that a brain injury requires a loss of consciousness. While addressing the specific challenges faced by veterans, including the high rates of undiagnosed TBIs among women who have experienced military sexual trauma, Dr. Kelly emphasizes a message of hope: specialized, personalized treatment programs are already demonstrating long-term, objective improvements for those living with these invisible wounds.
- Mar 17, 202620 min
Voices on the Hill: Introducing the DAV Advocacy Team
This episode of the DAV podcast, hosted by Matt Saintsing, provides an inside look at the legislative advocates working on behalf of veterans in Washington, D.C. The discussion introduces the new leadership team, including National Legislative Director Jon Retzer and Deputy National Legislative Director Naomi Mathis, who share how their personal experiences as disabled veterans and former service officers inform their advocacy on Capitol Hill. The episode breaks down the impact of three recently signed laws: the Disabled Veterans Housing Support Act (H.R. 224), which protects disability compensation in housing eligibility; H.R. 1823, which mandates stricter GAO oversight of the VA budget ; and the FAST Vets Act (H.R. 4446), which provides flexibility for veterans in the Veteran Readiness and Employment program. Listeners also meet the broader legislative team—Shamala Capizzi, Joseph Lamay, and Kevin Miller—as they outline their specific policy portfolios ranging from toxic exposure and survivor benefits to specialized VA healthcare.
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