Season 4 is here!

Host Donna Hoffmeyer opens with a personal reflection on her journey from service to storytelling. She shares lessons on family, creative renewal, and the importance of taking breaks to recharge.

This season, you’ll hear inspiring stories from veterans, first responders, and advocates who are reshaping what healing and community look like. Expect conversations that highlight resilience, vulnerability, and the power of connection.

Plus, Donna shares exciting updates on the GI Film Festival in DC, the Coming Home Well podcast network, and the upcoming Ride for Heroes cross-country bike event.

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In this enlightening episode of Beyond the Frontline, host Donna welcomes Megan Andros from the Heinz Endowments for a powerful conversation on the challenges and opportunities veterans face when transitioning to civilian life. As a veteran and thought leader in veteran philanthropy, Megan brings a wealth of experience and research to the table.

Together, they explore:

• The role of soft skills in post-military success
• How nonprofit support systems can make—or break—the transition experience
• Why data-driven approaches are essential to improving veteran outcomes
• The impact of philanthropic investments in shaping future veteran services

Whether you're a veteran, a supporter, or someone passionate about social impact, this episode offers meaningful insights into the evolving landscape of veteran support.

🔗 Tune in now to hear how strategic philanthropy and informed programming can create real change in veterans’ lives.

Resources & Links:

• Learn more about the Heinz Endowments

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In this episode of Beyond the Frontline, host Donna Hoffmeyer sits down with Thomas LaGrave, a Veteran and the passionate founder of Honor Bound Academy. Together, they dive into a powerful and moving conversation about the importance of mentorship—especially for youth impacted by the absence of parental figures due to military service, incarceration, or other life challenges.

Thomas opens up about his personal story, sharing his journey from battling addiction to finding purpose through recovery, faith, and service. He reveals how love, structure, and positive role models transformed his life—and how that same support can change the lives of at-risk youth.

This episode is a reminder that everyone has the power to make a difference. Whether you're a parent, teacher, veteran, or simply someone who cares, your influence matters.

Key Topics Discussed:

• Thomas’s journey from addiction to founding Honor Bound Academy
• The impact of growing up without parental guidance
• How veterans can use their leadership and life experience to mentor youth
• The role of love, structure, and faith in transformation
• Practical ways to get involved and support the next generation

Links & Resources:

• Honor Bound Academy
• Connect with Thomas Le Grave on IG @thomasjlagravejr or FB Thomas J. LaGrave Jr. Author
• Support youth mentorship programs in your community

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