The Veterans Outlook Season III (2026)
Open and honest discussions focusing upon the mental health wellness of veterans. Offering the camaraderie and fellowship that veterans have learned to rely upon. Knowing how life is and the high rate of social issues that impact veterans, this podcast will offer a forum for veterans to engage with other veterans.
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Episodes

May 12, 2023
May 12, 2023
40 min
This week’s episode features a conversation with Matt Young, a veteran and Humanitarian, and the Executive Director for the Florida Based nonprofit, Heart of an Ace, through cutting-edge technology and regional assets in crisis regions Heart of an Ace establishes command and control in each situation to restore hope to at-risk communities, one person and family at a time. The Veterans Outlook Podcast featuring Matt Young will air Friday, May 12.
*For information regarding The Moral Compass Federation, please visit: https://www.moralcompassfederation.org/
*For information regarding Heart of an Ace, please visit: https://www.heartofanace.org/
*For information regarding the Art of War: Visions of the Afghan Experience, please visit: https://www.heartofanace.org/events/art-of-war
*For information regarding the purchase of my books, please visit Amazon.com and search for the following titles: Faith, Flaq, and Family: A Purposeful Guide for Selfless Service; In Defense of the Home Front: The War Service of my Parents During World War II, both books listed as authored by Robert E. Jordan; Emotional Healing Volumes I - V: Coloring Pages for People Living With PTSD, listed as authored by Robert Eugene Jordan: and the following children's books: McKenzie's Magic Bubble; The Scarecrow Knows; and The Night's Sky listed as authored by Robert E. Jordan.
Importantly, all proceeds from the sale of any of my books go directly to feed the poor in Kabul, Afghanistan. If you would like to purchase a signed copy of Faith, Flag, and Family: A Purposeful Guide for Selfless Service, please email me at rjordanva.13@gmail.com
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2HsQ_sYCja8
#Afghanistan #globalfriendsofafghanistan #GFA #heartofanace #humanitarianaid #moralcompassfederation #AfghanAllies #NoOneLeftBehind

May 5, 2023
May 5, 2023
51 min
This week on the Veterans Outlook Podcast, I speak with Eve Luz. The Veterans Outlook is available on Spotify.
*For information regarding The Moral Compass Federation, please visit: https://www.moralcompassfederation.org/
*For information regarding Heart of an Ace, please visit: https://www.heartofanace.org/
*For information regarding Gilly's Creamery, please call: 757-689-8817 or visit Gilly's at 3640 Dam Neck Rd., Virginia Beach, VA 23453
*For information regarding the purchase of my books, please visit Amazon.com and search for the following titles: Faith, Flaq, and Family: A Purposeful Guide for Selfless Service; In Defense of the Home Front: The War Service of my Parents During World War II, both books listed as authored by Robert E. Jordan; Emotional Healing Volumes I - V: Coloring Pages for People Living With PTSD, listed as authored by Robert Eugene Jordan: and the following children's books: McKenzie's Magic Bubble; The Scarecrow Knows; and The Night's Sky listed as authored by Robert E. Jordan.
Importantly, all proceeds from the sale of any of my books go directly to feed the poor in Kabul, Afghanistan. If you would like to purchase a signed copy of Faith, Flag, and Family: A Purposeful Guide for Selfless Service, please email me at rjordanva.13@gmail.com
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2HsQ_sYCja8
#Afghanistan #globalfriendsofafghanistan #GFA #heartofanace #humanitarianaid #moralcompassfederation #AfghanAllies #NoOneLeftBehind

Apr 28, 2023
Apr 28, 2023
1 hr 7 min
This week we’ll speak with Nadir Waseem, whose incredible story of sacrifice, service, and friendship will inspire you as he talks about transition and transformation. Nadir Waseem is a good friend and served as my interpreter and cultural advisor in Afghanistan. I have learned much from my friend and am honored to have Nadir with us today. This will be an engaging conversation.
For information regarding The Moral Compass Federation, please visit: https://www.moralcompassfederation.org/
For information regarding Heart of an Ace, please visit: https://www.heartofanace.org/
For information regarding Gilly's Creamery, please call: 757-689-8817 or visit Gilly's at 3640 Dam Neck Rd., Virginia Beach, VA 23453
For information regarding the purchase of my books, please visit Amazon.com and search for the following titles: Faith, Flaq, and Family: A Purposeful Guide for Selfless Service; In Defense of the Home Front: The War Service of my Parents During World War II, both books listed as authored by Robert E. Jordan; Emotional Healing Volumes I - V: Coloring Pages for People Living With PTSD, listed as authored by Robert Eugene Jordan: and the following children's books: McKenzie's Magic Bubble; The Scarecrow Knows; and The Night's Sky listed as authored by Robert E. Jordan.
Importantly, all proceeds from the sale of any of my books go directly to feed the poor in Kabul, Afghanistan.
If you would like to purchase a signed copy of Faith, Flag, and Family: A Purposeful Guide for Selfless Service, please email me at rjordanva.13@gmail.com
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2HsQ_sYCja8

Apr 21, 2023
Apr 21, 2023
50 min
This week’s episode features Doug Ramsdell, a retired veteran, consultant, and humanitarian involved with caring for our Afghan Allies left behind after the disastrous withdrawal of August 2021. I do hope you’ll find time to listen to our engaging conversation. Doug talks about the incredible transitions and transformations in his life. Doug’s life is truly one of service. The Veterans Outlook is available on Spotify.
For information regarding The Moral Compass Federation, please visit: https://www.moralcompassfederation.org/
For details regarding Heart of an Ace, please visit: https://www.heartofanace.org/
For details regarding Gilly's Creamery, please visit: www.gillyscreamery.com
For information regarding the purchase of my books, please visit Amazon.com and search for the following titles: Faith, Flaq, and Family: A Purposeful Guide for Selfless Service; In Defense of the Home Front: The War Service of my Parents During World War II, both books listed as authored by Robert E. Jordan; Emotional Healing Volumes I - V: Coloring Pages for People Living With PTSD, listed as authored by Robert Eugene Jordan: and the following children's books: McKenzie's Magic Bubble; The Scarecrow Knows; and The Night's Sky listed as authored by Robert E. Jordan.
Importantly, all proceeds from the sale of any of my books go directly to feed the poor in Kabul, Afghanistan.
If you would like to purchase a signed copy of Faith, Flag, and Family: A Purposeful Guide for Selfless Service, please email me at jordanpublications@gmail.com
To view a promotional of my book: Faith, Flag, and Family, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2HsQ_sYCja8

Apr 14, 2023
Apr 14, 2023
37 min
Welcome to the Veterans Outlook Podcast. This week we’ll speak with Brenden McDaniel, a veteran, firefighter, and weightlifting coach. Brenden will discuss his transition from active duty to becoming a Virginia Beach firefighter. This conversation will inspire you as he talks about continuing in a life of service. Brenden McDaniel is a good friend, and I am honored that he will take time from his busy schedule to join in the conversation.
For information regarding East Coast Gold, please visit: www.instagram.com/brednen_mcdaniel
www.instagram.com/eastcoastgoldwl www.eastcoastgold.store
For information regarding the Virginia Beach Fire Department, please visit:www.vbgov.com/fire www.instagram.com/virginiabeachfd www.instagram.com/vbfd_strength_and_conditioning
For information regarding Heart of an Ace, please visit: https://www.heartofanace.org/
For information regarding the purchase of my books, please visit Amazon.com and search for the following titles: Faith, Flaq, and Family: A Purposeful Guide for Selfless Service; In Defense of the Home Front: The War Service of my Parents During World War II, both books listed as authored by Robert E. Jordan; Emotional Healing Volumes I - V: Coloring Pages for People Living With PTSD, listed as authored by Robert Eugene Jordan: and the following children's books: McKenzie's Magic Bubble; The Scarecrow Knows; and The Night's Sky listed as authored by Robert E. Jordan.
Importantly, all proceeds from the sale of any of my books go directly to feed the poor in Kabul, Afghanistan.
If you would like to purchase a signed copy of Faith, Flag, and Family: A Purposeful Guide for Selfless Service, please email me at jordanpublications@gmail.com
To view a promotional of my book: Faith, Flag, and Family, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2HsQ_sYCja8

Apr 13, 2023
Apr 13, 2023
53 sec
Welcome to the Veterans Outlook Podcast. This week we’ll speak with Brenden McDaniel, a veteran, firefighter, and weightlifting coach. Brenden will discuss his transition from active duty to becoming a Virginia Beach firefighter. This conversation will inspire you as he talks about continuing in a life of service. Brenden McDaniel is a good friend, and I am honored that he will take time from his busy schedule to join in the conversation.

Apr 7, 2023
Apr 7, 2023
39 min
This week, I speak with Pastor Mike Harvey, whose incredible life story will provide guidance and hope to those who struggle with habits and trauma. I speak with Mike about his successful transition from prison to becoming a dealer of hope in the ministry of Celebrate Recovery. This will be an engaging conversation. This latest episode will be available, Friday, April 7th on Spotify, Amazon, Google, and iHeart podcasts.
For information regarding Essential Church, please visit: https://essentialchurch.com/
Essential Church is located at 4020 Ware Neck Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23456.
You can reach Paster Mike Harvey at: mike@essentialchurch.com
For information regarding Celebrate Recovery, please visit: https://www.celebraterecovery.com/
For information regarding Heart of an Ace, please visit: https://www.heartofanace.org/
For information regarding the purchase of my books, please visit Amazon.com and search for the following titles: Faith, Flaq, and Family: A Purposeful Guide for Selfless Service; In Defense of the Home Front: The War Service of my Parents During World War II, both books listed as authored by Robert E. Jordan; Emotional Healing Volumes I - V: Coloring Pages for People Living With PTSD, listed as authored by Robert Eugene Jordan: and the following children's books: McKenzie's Magic Bubble; The Scarecrow Knows; and The Night's Sky listed as authored by Robert E. Jordan.
Importantly, all proceeds from the sale of any of my books go directly to feed the poor in Kabul, Afghanistan.
If you would like to purchase a signed copy of Faith, Flag, and Family: A Purposeful Guide for Selfless Service, please email me at rjordanva.13@gmail.com
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2HsQ_sYCja8

Apr 6, 2023
Apr 6, 2023
49 sec
This week, I speak with Pastor Mike Harvey, whose incredible life story will provide guidance and hope to those who struggle with habits and trauma. I speak with Mike about his successful transition from prison to becoming a dealer of hope in the ministry of Celebrate Recovery. This will be an engaging conversation. This latest episode will be available, Friday, April 7th on Spotify, Amazon, Google, and iHeart podcasts.
For information regarding Essential Church, please visit: https://essentialchurch.com/
For information regarding Celebrate Recovery, please visit: https://www.celebraterecovery.com/
For information regarding the purchase of my books, please visit Amazon.com and search for the following titles: Faith, Flaq, and Family: A Purposeful Guide for Selfless Service; In Defense of the Home Front: The War Service of my Parents During World War II, both books listed as authored by Robert E. Jordan; Emotional Healing Volumes I - V: Coloring Pages for People Living With PTSD, listed as authored by Robert Eugene Jordan: and the following children's books: McKenzie's Magic Bubble; The Scarecrow Knows; and The Night's Sky listed as authored by Robert E. Jordan.

Mar 31, 2023
Mar 31, 2023
43 min
Welcome to the Veterans Outlook. This is the third episode of the podcast. Today we’ll speak with Tj Brodeur, a retired veteran, a scientist, an outdoor enthusiast, and an accomplished rock guitarist. Tj is a good friend and a man whom I admire. We have been friends as we served together in the military. It is an honor to share our conversation with you.
Discovery the guitar mastery of TJ Brodeur at: https://tjbrodeur.bandcamp.com/album/fortitude
Support Heart of an Ace at: https://www.heartofanace.org/
For information regarding The Azimi Foundation and aiding those who hunger in Kabul, Afghanistan, please visit: https://www.afghanistanfood.org/
For information regarding The Moral Compass Foundation, please visit: https://www.moralcompassfederation.org/
#veterans #podcasts #afghanistan

Mar 27, 2023
Mar 27, 2023
44 sec
Greetings all. This is Robert Jordan, host of the Veterans Outlook podcast. This week, I will speak with TJ Brodeur, a retired veteran, scientist, outdoor adventurist, and accomplished rock guitarist. I speak with TJ about his successful military career and his other notable professional accomplishments, and his musical pursuits. This will be an engaging conversation.

