• Episode 220 - THE PEOPLE'S PATRIOT PROJECT -- “What Does the Reflection in the Mirror Tell You?” 29 September 2024
    Oct 3 2024
    It is the end of Suicide Awareness Month, and we will not stop combating this deadly enemy. There is no single answer, no single fool-proof therapy or counseling method that will keep this from happening. It will take all of us and we will need to work together to keep this demon at bay. This is an episode that shares insights from William Stephens. From his beginnings in Desert Storm, with stories of his deployment as a forward observer, to where he is today, William Stephens shares his experiences and what led him to write his book, The Mirror. The Mirror delves into the lives of individuals grappling with various traumatic events, illnesses, and disorders, with the author personally navigating through post-traumatic stress disorder. It serves as an uplifting read for those battling their inner demons stemming from past traumas. Stephens labels this work as therapeutic poetry, comprising simple verses and short stories aimed at guiding readers on a journey beyond the surface. Drawing heavily from personal experiences, particularly within the military and relationships, from childhood to the present day. The Broken Mirror will be out soon - Halloween, which deals with post-service and how he is mending the relationships that were broken while he was gone. Stephens is a persistent person, and his perseverance is driven by the desire to get the word out and help others deal with things he has seen and experienced through service. The help he hopes to accomplish is not just for those who have served … it is for anyone who has PTSD they are dealing with. Music on this episode: ** Lake & Lyndale - Still Here **Mike Ponder - Better Days **Better Be Tough - John Hensley Next Week's Guests: Jason Michael Carroll The People’s Patriot Project exists to be the shock and awe when combating the deadly and invisible enemy that is killing our heroes. We will move forward building with new and old friends and loyalty, and with our boots on and ready to serve those who have served. WE are ready to Be a part OF, not apart FROM, and WE will conquer the world of PTSD and #suicide of our service people. Remembering is not enough, and there is #strength in asking for help, Even If It Hurts. While Only You are responsible for your own problems, there is still help and support for you. Figure out What’s your jam, and move forward with the good stuff! #LetsGrow #thefamilythatcouldanddid #FindYour6 #WEgotyour6 #communityheroes #RescueMe #RonPayneJr #NeverForget #beapartofandnotapartfrom #BetheBestYou #PatriotPride #LetsGetThisDone #StickingTruetoourMissions #LetsAllDoBetter #ThereisStrengthinAskingforHelp #ToxicPositivity #GettingInvolved #BreakingBread #thingschangewhenweworktogether #veteran #suicide #PatriotPride #suicide #veteransuicide
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    1 hr and 20 mins
  • Episode 218 - THE PEOPLE'S PATRIOT PROJECT: “Divided by Ignorance, United by Music” 22 September 2024 WGY6@6
    Sep 25 2024
    It is Suicide Awareness Month, and we need to be aware. There is no one answer, no one fool-proof therapy or counseling method that will keep this from happening. It will take all of us and we will need to work together to keep this demon at bay. This is an episode that shares an amazing man’s walk with grace. Joel Grant Faulisi shares the story of his beginnings and where he is now. There are so many impacts caused by broken bonds, but a military brother or sister separation due to a disagreement in political or ideological differences can leave a void in one’s life. It is difficult enough to navigate life after serving, but the added stress of brotherhood gone south is what Joel confronts in this episode. As he is also a musician, Joel sums it all up in the phrase, divided by ignorance, united by music. We also have some rocking music on this episode! The first song is I Bow My Head. This is a Patriotic song from Jack. The second song is When Doves Cry, which was a cover of a Prince song. Dedicated to the Minnesota part of the crew. The third song, Living A Lie, was written when he was taking some time off of music. Next Week's Guests: William Stephens The People’s Patriot Project exists to be the shock and awe when combating the deadly and invisible enemy that is killing our heroes. We will move forward building with new and old friends and loyalty, and with our boots on and ready to serve those who have served. WE are ready to Be a part OF, not apart FROM, and WE will conquer the world of PTSD and #suicide of our service people. If you are struggling to find where you belong, and there is separation from your battle buddies, keep in mind that we can be divided by ignorance, united by music. Put some of that good vibes back in your life while you try to repair those relationships and find your place. Remembering is not enough, and there is #strength in asking for help, Even If It Hurts. While Only You are responsible for your own problems, there is still help and support for you. Figure out What’s your jam, and move forward with the good stuff! #LetsGrow #thefamilythatcouldanddid #FindYour6 #WEgotyour6 #communityheroes #RescueMe #RonPayneJr #NeverForget #beapartofandnotapartfrom #BetheBestYou #PatriotPride #LetsGetThisDone #StickingTruetoourMissions #LetsAllDoBetter #ThereisStrengthinAskingforHelp #ToxicPositivity #GettingInvolved #BreakingBread #thingschangewhenweworktogether #veteran #suicide #PatriotPride #suicide #veteransuicide
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    1 hr and 29 mins
  • Episode 218 - THE PEOPLE'S PATRIOT PROJECT: “Like, What’s Your Jam” 15 September 2024 WGY6@6
    Sep 18 2024
    This is a very informational and inspirational episode. We are here with Deke Letson who runs the group Veterans Exploration Therapy. There is so much to this program, and the pride put into running this to make all trips come down to the fun and bonding. The best part, as Deke says, is when you run into some of those who have taken part in an adventure and you hear how it was the most exciting thing they have ever done. This was created out of a desire to help other veterans find their way without waiting for space or being on a cocktail of meds before getting some real help. Listen to Deke explain Like, What’s Your Jam, with a mix of his own story and how he came to found the Veterans Exploration Therapy group. We also have some rocking music on this episode! The first song is Better Be Tough by John Hensley. Our guest was talking about soldiers doing dumb soldier stuff and this song came to mind as he did. This may even be fitting for the saying of the night, Like, Whats Your Jam. The second song is Irish Road by Mikele Buck. This song is a nod to “Route Irish,” about Baghdad Airport Road which is a 7.5 mile road between the green zone and Baghdad Airport. This is such a great song. Next Week's Guests: Joel Faulisi Jack Blaise The People’s Patriot Project exists to be the shock and awe when combating the deadly and invisible enemy that is killing our heroes. We will move forward building with new and old friends and loyalty, and with our boots on and ready to serve those who have served. WE are ready to Be a part OF, not apart FROM, and WE will conquer the world of PTSD and #suicide of our service people. Remembering is not enough, and there is #strength in asking for help, Even If It Hurts. While Only You are responsible for your own problems, there is still help and support for you. Figure out What’s your jam, and move forward with the good stuff! #LetsGrow #thefamilythatcouldanddid #FindYour6 #WEgotyour6 #communityheroes #RescueMe #RonPayneJr #NeverForget #beapartofandnotapartfrom #BetheBestYou #PatriotPride #LetsGetThisDone #StickingTruetoourMissions #LetsAllDoBetter #ThereisStrengthinAskingforHelp #ToxicPositivity #GettingInvolved #BreakingBread #thingschangewhenweworktogether #veteran #suicide #PatriotPride
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    1 hr and 23 mins
  • Episode 217: THE PEOPLE'S PATRIOT PROJECT: “You Can’t Have a Testimony Without the Test” 08 September 2024 WGY6@609 September 2024
    Sep 12 2024
    This is a very sensitive episode. It will take you through the stories of two men who served, who each have a different story to tell about their experience with suicide after service. There is no single situation that is the same as anybody else’s, but there are people in front of you that want you to be here tomorrow. We are here with Aaron Hudgins, the surviving spouse of SSG Jari J. Hudgins (US Army / Oklahoma Army National Guard as well as a 26-year veteran in the Oklahoma Army National Guard (AGR-Active Reserve Guard Reserve). Aaron has a lot to share, but in this episode he will delve into life’s extenuating circumstances after losing his wife to death from suicide. After his wife suffered a broken hip while training for her 3rd deployment at Fort Bliss Texas, she would be sent to the WTU at Fort Hood she was going to be medically retired. When she came home, she would die from suicide on 29 April 2018. She left behind 2 beautiful daughters and 3 stepsons. How she died wasn't a selfish act, she made a decision when facing an overwhelming enemy force, the enemy in her head in the form of depression, anxiety and PTSD. We also have Emmanuel, also known as the musician, Romeo Vaughn. He’s gone through addiction and crisis and admittedly attempted to take his own life. He has had some transformations in life recently by giving his life to Jesus. His first song is one he recently wrote, named His Name Is Jesus. He has another song that was a Crowder cover. The song was All My Hope. After Romeo heads out, we picked out a song from the list of our artists that seems very fitting, Shannon Book with You Are Not Alone. Check out WeP3 RADIO: https://live365.com/station/WeP3-Radio-a15362 Next Week's Guests: Deke Letson The People’s Patriot Project exists to be the shock and awe when combating the deadly and invisible enemy that is killing our heroes. We will move forward building with new and old friends and loyalty, and with our boots on and ready to serve those who have served. WE are ready to Be a part OF, not apart FROM, and WE will conquer the world of PTSD and #suicide of our service people. Remembering is not enough, and there is #strength in asking for help, Even If It Hurts. While Only You are responsible for your own problems, there is still help and support for you. #LetsGrow #thefamilythatcouldanddid #FindYour6 #WEgotyour6 #communityheroes #RescueMe #RonPayneJr #NeverForget #beapartofandnotapartfrom #BetheBestYou #PatriotPride #LetsGetThisDone #StickingTruetoourMissions #LetsAllDoBetter #ThereisStrengthinAskingforHelp #ToxicPositivity #GettingInvolved #BreakingBread #thingschangewhenweworktogether #veteran #suicide #PatriotPride
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    1 hr and 38 mins
  • Episode 216: THE PEOPLE'S PATRIOT PROJECT: Only You Are Responsible for Your Problems 09 September 2024
    Sep 5 2024
    This week our show was sponsored by Smart Living - presented to us by Brian Kendzor and Andrea Eichmann. We also appreciate those others who are sponsoring our newsletter: Catch22 (Derrek Iozzio), Operation Texas Strong (Bobby and Peggy Crutzinger), who have just given home #197 to a homeless veteran (https://www.facebook.com/share/p/woX2Wef1Vd5ji7VK/ ), The BOHO HOBO’s Hideaway with Lauren Iozzio, and our very own - Kimmer Gwinner!!! WeP3 Pledge WE KNOW WHY WE GET TO DO THIS... THANK YOU TO THE SERVICE MEMBERS AND FIRST RESPONDERS THAT HAVE COMMITTED THEIR TIME, SWEAT, BLOOD, LIMBS, FAMILY and LIFE... TO GIVE US THE FREEDOMS WE HAVE THAT ALLOW US TO DO WHAT WE DO DAILY. We had an amazing guest with Kevin Palmer! He has been on the show before, but he has been busy making changes and growing his business! It was so awesome to get back and catch up with him, and hear about what he has been working on. Kevin opens up and shares about the things that he puts in his songs, including some of the problems he has gone through and the realization that it is up to him to realize that only he is responsible for his own problems, and that is commendable. Kevin shares some of his best music on this episode. He had a new album out just last week called Missouri Rebel. He shared a few songs from the album and some of his older stuff. Summer Rain is the first one shared on this episode. This is one of the first songs he ever wrote. It’s about coming to a realization that only you are responsible for your problems. Then, we go into Dead Man Walking. This one is off of his new album and he’s got a video for it as well. Make sure you go to YouTube and check it out. Cotton Belt Queen is the 3rd song that he shared with us. This is an upbeat different feel off the new album. Every song tells a story and Kevin wanted to make sure that his album told different stories. This one definitely checks the box. www.Kevinpalmermusic.com Check out WeP3 RADIO: https://live365.com/station/WeP3-Radio-a15362 Next Week's Guests: Aaron Hudgins Romeo Vaughn The People’s Patriot Project exists to be the shock and awe when combating the deadly and invisible enemy that is killing our heroes. We will move forward building with new and old friends and loyalty, and with our boots on and ready to serve those who have served. WE are ready to Be a part OF, not apart FROM, and WE will conquer the world of PTSD and #suicide of our service people. Remembering is not enough, and there is #strength in asking for help, Even If It Hurts. While Only You are responsible for your own problems, there is still help and support for you. #LetsGrow #thefamilythatcouldanddid #FindYour6 #WEgotyour6 #communityheroes #RescueMe #RonPayneJr #NeverForget #beapartofandnotapartfrom #BetheBestYou #PatriotPride #LetsGetThisDone #StickingTruetoourMissions #LetsAllDoBetter #ThereisStrengthinAskingforHelp #ToxicPositivity #GettingInvolved #BreakingBread #thingschangewhenweworktogether #veteran #suicide #PatriotPride
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    1 hr and 25 mins
  • Episode 215: The People's Patriot Project - We Got Your 6@6 - 27 August 2024
    Aug 31 2024
    We had an amazing guest with Lauren Iozzio. Lauren hails from a family, especially her dad, that cares about taking care of people. She has worked her way into understanding the human brain in a way that she can help them with choices they make. Lauren has been in the field of service as an adult, and has also created a safe and relaxing space for others in her AirB&B called the BOHO HOBOs Hideaway, found in Lexington TX. Hockett shares his music with us on this episode. Hockett was a Navy Corpsman in service for 4 years. We start the night off with the very first song he recorded. Talk about setting the bar high with 'Dotted Line'. They were in the studio for 14 hours trying to put something together. He went in with a completely different track to record and ended up leaving with this song on record. The next song was No One Else On Earth. This is a cover of a Judd's song that was done with Kimberley Meyer, another one of our former guests. This is on another level. What a heck of a job covering an iconic female voice in country music. Hockett and Kimberley Meyer are both signed with United Republic Records. Lastly, we get to hear 'Red Flags'. This song is about when you're in a relationship and things aren’t going well, but you stay anyways and won’t leave because “something” good is keeping you there. Hockett is currently working on putting together an album and putting the final touches on their 2025 tour. You can find them on Spotify and on YouTube and on WeP3 radio coming very soon. WeP3 RADIO: https://live365.com/station/WeP3-Radio-a15362 If you would like to watch the live version, you can find it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/vXh3EBH-2Ks?si=oCITN6uI0Loa7pyP Next Week's Guests: Kevin Palmer - musician (PP)
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    1 hr and 28 mins
  • Episode 214: THE PEOPLE'S PATRIOT PROJECT ~~ “I Am No Longer No One” 18 August 2024 WGY6@6
    Aug 21 2024
    We have an amazing guest with Charlie Hines. Charlie has his own studio and recorded our Kimmer’s story into a song …. He is talented, He is an Army brat, currently living in Cincinnati Ohio. Works with Veterans through the Cincinnati VA Courage groups. We got to hear him interact with Kimmer as they explained how they met and how he wrote her song … and it is a bit of a heart-string pull. Growing up, Charlie had many different experiences with life. His father was working his way to General, and he cherishes the time he got to spend with him. Charlie has a big heart, and he shares that through his work at the VA with the Courage Groups. He is so talented with writing and producing music, and that keeps him busy in all his ‘spare’ time. The songs we shared last night were perfect to show his talent and his emotional connections to life 🙂 Charlie was a piece that helped Kimmer find herself, and helping her say “I Am No Longer No One”. We also had Kimmer Gwinner herself on the show, and watching them interact with each other for the first time face to face was an awesome experience! Charlie shares three amazing songs with us. The amazing quality of these songs makes us want to hear all of them! Each song has its own story, and this is a story with all the personal feels. The first song shared is “Something to Say”. This was written about our good friend after she shared her thoughts, poems, feelings and stories with him. He captures the essence of Kimmer and walks us through her journey, good and bad. In the end, Kimmer can say with belief, “I am no longer no one”. In the second song, Charlie writes more about his own life, and the main character is his HERO - his very own father. This song is the most touching dedication to the man who lived his life right and raised his children well. Charlie is proof of this 🙂. Charlie’s last song, Courage to Change, was written for the veterans at his Cincinnatti Veterans Courage Groups. This one is inspired by a woman from a group he works with. She saw something on the wall and when she went to read it, it was Have the Courage to Change. They are lucky to have him around, and he shares this song just for them. Next Week's Guests: Lauren Iozzio - The Boho Hobo’s Hideaway Hockett - music!
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    1 hr and 29 mins
  • Episode 213: THE PEOPLE'S PATRIOT PROJECT ~~ We Got Your 6@6 11 August 2024
    Aug 14 2024
    This week our show is sponsored by Smart Living - presented to us by Brian Kendzor and Andrea Eichmann. We also appreciate those others who are sponsoring our newsletter: Catch22 (Derrek Iozzio), Operation Texas Strong (Bobby and Peggy Crutzinger), The BOHO HOBO’s Hideaway with Lauren Iozzio, and our very own - Kimmer Gwinner!!! WeP3 Pledge WE KNOW WHY WE GET TO DO THIS... THANK YOU TO THE SERVICE MEMBERS AND FIRST RESPONDERS THAT HAVE COMMITTED THEIR TIME, SWEAT, BLOOD, LIMBS, FAMILY and LIFE... TO GIVE US THE FREEDOMS WE HAVE THAT ALLOW US TO DO WHAT WE DO DAILY. We have an amazing guest from the world of EMS on our show. Jamil Moutron is a spectacular steward of the profession he lives. Jamil shares the trials and the triumphs of living in a remote area, where emergency response can take up to 40 minutes to show up! There is also a family aspect, as his son, daughter and wife are all in the first responder and nursing world in the same county and it is as rewarding as it is a challenge! They are the family that could … and did, and does!! We also had another one of our amazing artists on. Dom Cours graced us with his presence - and he is bad - ass! One new song recorded per week - I would say he is on a mission! For his first song he shares Ten Toes: It is an amazing piece about getting your feet on the ground, and what it takes to get started and stay on task. Dom’s second song of the night is Our ever - favorite song, of which we use in our intro for our Sunday show, Roll On! This came complete with the video from when we first met Dom … with the mountain man look! Dom’s third song was written in Iraq, and performed here live, and it was such a great song! Sadly, the mic he had set up lost his voice early on, but we let him run with it, as the guitar piece was amazing! Having Dom as part of our lives helps make us the Family that could … and Did!! WeP3 RADIO: https://live365.com/station/WeP3-Radio-a15362 Next Week's Guests: Diana Hazel-Rodriguez - Warrior for Life/Victory for Veterans The People’s Patriot Project exists to be the shock and awe when combating the deadly and invisible enemy that is killing our heroes. We will move forward building with new and old friends and loyalty, and with our boots on and ready to serve those who have served. WE are ready to Be a part OF, not apart FROM, and WE will conquer the world of PTSD and suicide of our service people. Remembering is not enough, and there is strength in asking for help, Even If It Hurts. #LetsGrow #thefamilythatcouldanddid #FindYour6 #WEgotyour6 #communityheroes #RescueMe #RonPayneJr #NeverForget #beapartofandnotapartfrom #BetheBestYou #PatriotPride #LetsGetThisDone #StickingTruetoourMissions #LetsAllDoBetter #ThereisStrengthinAskingforHelp #ToxicPositivity #GettingInvolved #BreakingBread #thingschangewhenweworktogether WE are all about DeRate the Hate, making relationships and being the communication that others sometimes let slip by. It’s about those who served, and we are here now to serve them. Let’s work together and make this world a win-win for all of our people who have served, instead of letting them suffer through on their own. If you get a chance, please check out our guests' talents on their media outlets, Facebook, Instagram and websites.
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    1 hr and 30 mins