Let's Talk About Military Transition w/Billy Pugh from The Post Military Playbook Podcast!
This special crossover episode brings together Josh White, an active duty serviceman and 'Hero Front Podcast' host, and Billy Pugh, post-military podcast host, for profound dialogues about transitioning out of military service and leaning into their next chapters as fathers. They discuss mental health in the veteran community, touching on depression, ADHD, and handling trauma.
Shedding light on Billy's journey after a brain injury that ended his military career, they reveal how he found a renewed sense of purpose through therapy and a re-evaluation of his life's path. The discussions underpin the importance of community and holistic decision-making in facilitating smooth transitions, and the significance of military skills in civilian life.
The conversations also explore the art of deriving personal value beyond work and finding purpose outside military service, emphasizing personal growth and networking.
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0:00 Josh White - TPMP #51
04:37 How Did HeroFront Get Started?
10:52 What Was It Like Learning To Produce HeroFront? 14:12 The First Guest On The Post Military Podcast
18:02 What Inspired The Post Military Podcast
27:15 What Are Some Impactful Moments Josh Has Experienced With HeroFront?
33:05 How To Have Healthy Conversations
35:31 Becoming Comfortable In Your Own Skin
42:39 The Boys Talk Video Games
51:01 Why Billy Thinks Getting Out Of The Military Was Good 56:29 What Are You Grounding Your Identity In?
01:09:43 How Has HeroFront Prepared Josh For Transition? 01:12:00 Finding Value In Things That Are Outside Of Your Job
01:29:42 What Advice Would Billy Give Himself Before Transition
