In this week’s Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley explores with SFC (R) William A. “Stevo” Stephens Jr., Founder of 1821 Productions Voice of the Voiceless, the Three Pillars outlined in his books: The Mirror, The Broken Mirror, and No Filter.
Through his Three Pillars—therapeutic poetry, coping mechanisms for military transition and self-development, and advocacy—Stevo shares how creative expression, personal growth, and continued service play a critical role in Veterans Wellness, helping them rediscover their identity and sense of purpose after leaving military service.
🎙️ On this Your Next Mission® video podcast episode, SMA Tilley explores with Steve Luppino, Founder and Executive Director of Hyperformance Foundation, how competing and reclaiming one’s purpose can transform lives. Steve discusses his commitment to supporting Servicemembers, Veterans, First Responders, their Families, and the Families of the fallen through Adaptive Sports.
He explains how purposeful competition creates community, rebuilds confidence, and shifts perceptions around disability. From personal breakthroughs to representing America globally, Steve highlights how the foundation helps people reignite their mission and discover a renewed sense of purpose.
🎙️ In this week’s Your Next Mission® video podcast episode, SMA Tilley welcomes 1SG (R) Shirley V. Baéz, Founder of LeadHership Academy and Board Member of the BLK OPS™ Foundation.
Shirley shares how she confronted imposter syndrome, leaned into uncomfortable challenges, and learned that true leadership is about building genuine connections with your people, beyond rank or title.
Evolving to meet the fight for the future of our Force: In this week’s Your Next Mission® video podcast episode, SMA Tilley sits down with CSM Chad B. Harness from the U.S. Army Southern European Task Force-Africa (SETAF-AF) to discuss how the Army is evolving to adapt to tomorrow’s future operational landscape 🌍💪.
From integrating unmanned systems 🤖✈️ and next-generation data platforms 💾📡 to transforming the 173rd Airborne Brigade ⚡🎒 into a faster, more agile force, SETAF-AF is reshaping readiness across Europe and Africa. SMA Tilley and CSM Harness also break down the HQ’s journey toward full Joint Task Force validation 🏢 and its impact on global mission readiness 🌐🛡️.
Inside the VA: Straight Talk brings you a direct, honest conversation as SMA Tilley sits down with The Honorable Dr. Paul R. Lawrence, Deputy Secretary of the VA, for a powerful episode focused on the future of Veteran care.
Together, they break down the VA’s next-generation electronic health record system and why seamless DoD-to-VA connectivity is essential for faster access, safer care, and a better experience for every Veteran.
🎙️ In this week’s special episode of Your Next Mission® video podcast recognizing Veterans Day, SMA Tilley sits down with LTG (R) Walter E. Piatt, Chief Executive Officer of the Wounded Warrior Project, for a powerful and heartfelt conversation about what it truly means to bring every warrior home — mind, body, and soul.
Together, they discuss the challenges many Veterans face after service, the mission of the Wounded Warrior Project to support their healing and transition, and the importance of community and purpose in helping warriors rediscover life beyond the uniform.
Service, security, and confidence matter when navigating Open Enrollment Season. In this episode of Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley outlines the steps Retired Veterans and Military Families need to take to protect their dental & vision coverage with Senior Manager of Community Relations & Field Strategy for Blue Cross and Blue Shield Federal Employee Program, FLTCM (R) Paul Kingsbury, and Blue Cross Blue Shield Association Uniformed Services Advisory Board Member, 15th SMA (R) Daniel A. Dailey .
Transitioning from active duty brings new responsibilities, and understanding your options is critical. SMA Tilley shares practical advice and firsthand insights to help you make confident choices as you retire, ensuring your benefits meet your needs.
Your service doesn’t end after active duty — your health and your family’s security matter now more than ever. Watch and take charge of your next mission with confidence!
🎙️ Join SMA Tilley on this week’s Your Next Mission® video podcast as he sits down to discuss Veterans transition to civilian life, housing, career support, and programs that empower Veterans to thrive with Arlie Haddix, Chief Executive Officer, Lt. Col., Retired, U.S. Air Force and Penny Anderson, Chief Development and External Affairs Officer.
Discover how OSDTN is transforming the lives of Veterans across Middle Tennessee by providing:
🏠 Safe, stable housing
💼 Career guidance and employment support
🤝 Community programs that give Veterans a hand up, not a handout
Whether you’re a Veteran, supporter, or advocate, this episode is packed with real-life stories, insights, and strategies to help Veterans successfully transition to civilian life.
👉 Learn more about OSDTN: https://www.osdtn.org
In this week’s Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley welcomes Victoria Kelly and Karin Tanabe, writers and producers of the PBS Documentary Atomic Echoes: Untold Stories from World War II. This powerful conversation uncovers the human impact behind the dropping of the atomic bomb in Nagasaki and Hiroshima. Don’t miss this riveting discussion filled with historical insights, compelling storytelling, and the long-term repercussions for the survivors.
In this episode of Your Next Mission® video podcast, titled Journey For A Cause, SMA Tilley welcomes Michael Kendall, President and Founder of No One Fights Alone Foundation & Christopher Farrington, Chief Operations Officer at Courser Racing Foundation. In this dynamic conversation, these Veterans highlight their heroic journey rowing across the Pacific Ocean to bring awareness to the national tragedy of Veteran suicide. Tune in to hear the physical and mental challenges they faced during this 35 day, 2,800 mile expedition.
In this episode of Your Next Mission® video podcast, titled “Voice of the Army”, the 15th SMA (R) Daniel A. Dailey, the VP of NCO & Soldier Programs at the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) joins SMA Tilley for a dynamic conversation about the incredible work being done by AUSA—the Voice of the Army. As we gear up for the Annual Meeting kicking off next week, they dive into how AUSA continues to advocate for Soldiers, Families, and Army initiatives around the globe. Tune in to hear stories, insights, and why AUSA remains such a vital force in supporting and representing our Army community.
In this episode of Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley welcomes MG Daryl O. Hood, Commanding General, and CSM William M. Shoaf, Command Sergeant Major, of the U.S. Army Training Center and Fort Jackson as they dive into what it takes to lead and train America’s future Soldiers. From Civilian to Soldier — it all starts at Fort Jackson.
Healing from the Heart. In this episode of Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley welcomes Claire Lawless, Former Senior Director, Quality Assurance & Brandi Salvatore, Case Manager, The Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Alaska Behavioral Health at Cohen Veterans Network. They highlight Cohen Veterans Network’s mission to provide accessible, barrier free, high-quality mental health care for Veterans and their families.
In this episode of Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley welcomes Judy Isaacson Elias, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Heroes to Heroes Foundation. They discuss the organization’s unique one-year program for Veterans built around rediscovering values, relationships, and finding spiritual healing.
Transformation Journey. In this episode of Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley welcomes LTC(R) JC Glick, Author, Speaker and Chief Executive Officer of the COMMIT Foundation. In this candid and revealing conversation, they share LTC Glick’s journey through transition that led to four suicide attempts and how he found identiy, purpose and community that gave him strength moving forward.
Break The Silence. In this episode of Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley sits down with Babs Chase, Senior Vice President, Strategic Initiatives, at the Elizabeth Dole Foundation & Executive Director of Face the Fight™. Together, they have a candid conversation uniting diverse voices to break the stigma around the national tragedy of suicide in the Military and Veteran community.
In this episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley welcomes LTG Brian S. Eifler, Deputy Chief of Staff, U.S. Army G-1, and SGM Christopher P. “Smoke” Stevens, U.S. Army G-1 Senior Enlisted Leader. They discuss their primary focus on Army personnel and outline the development of effective policies designed to sustain personnel readiness—recognizing that people are the Army’s greatest mission.
In this episode of Your Next Mission® videopodcast, SMA Tilley sits down with Jerome Tennille, U.S. Navy Veteran and Manager of Strategic Partnerships and Community Impact at Navy Federal Credit Union (NFCU). Together, they explore how NFCU goes beyondbanking—serving their members, Active Duty Servicemembers, Veterans, and Military Families with long-term support, strategic partnerships, and a deep commitment to community impact.