Episodes: 141
Frequency: Weekly
Rating: 5.0/5.0
Estimated listeners: < 100
Gender skew: Male
Listener location: USA
YouTube: 1.6k subscribers
Publicly listed emails
john.a.mcconnell@gmail.com
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John McConnell - Co-host of a long-form show focused on military retirement, veteran transitions, and life after service.
Victor De La Flor - Co-host of a long-form show focused on military retirement, veteran transitions, and life after service.
Karin Tanabe - World War II Atomic Veterans, Historical Preservation, Veteran Testimonies, Radiation Exposure, And The Atomic Echoes Documentary.
Victoria Kelly - World War II Atomic Veterans, Historical Preservation, Veteran Testimonies, Radiation Exposure, And The Atomic Echoes Documentary.
Tim Leffel - Expatriate Living, Slow Travel, Location-independent Income, International Banking, And Reducing Living Expenses Abroad.
Robert Luna - Veteran Mental Health, Suicide Prevention, Purpose After Service, Mentorship, And Advocacy Legislation.
Jeremy Dukes - VA Home Loans, Housing-market Conditions, Property Costs, Interest Rates, And Post-military Real-estate Decisions.
#146 - How to Prepare for Military Retirement Beyond TAP and SkillBridge
October 16, 2026
Military retirement is more than a date on a calendar. It can mean leaving behind rank, routines, professional identity, built-in community, and a mission that shaped daily life for decades. In this episode, John and Victor speak with Jeff "Migs" Migdal about preparing deliberately for that change instead of waiting for separation or retirement to force the issue.Jeff shares elements of his own transition runway, including ruck marching, running, activity tracking, fasting, networki...
#145 - VR&E, GI Bill Program Checks, and Planning Your Civilian Career
October 12, 2026
Leaving the military involves more than finding a job. In this Military Retirement Podcast livestream, John and Victor talk through the practical decisions, risks, and expectations that can shape a service member’s transition to civilian life.The conversation begins with military social media rules and the potential consequences of online posts. They discuss the UCMJ, including Article 92, and why a post that creates problems while serving may also remain visible to civilian employers conduct...
#144 - What Veterans May Be Missing: VR&E, TSP Matching, and Buddy Checks
October 05, 2026
John and Victor return with a wide-ranging Military Retirement Podcast weekly update for service members, veterans, retirees, and families navigating life after uniform. This episode centers on the practical work of transition: finding better support through TAP and TRS, building a network before a job fair, organizing a VR&E education plan, and understanding retirement choices.The conversation also highlights veteran-facing organizations and community connection. John and Victor discuss ...
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The publicly listed email for Military Retirement Podcast: john.a.mcconnell@gmail.com.
Podseeker estimates Military Retirement Podcast reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.
Military Retirement Podcast typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Veteran experience or established professional expertise directly relevant to military transition, veteran benefits, post-service careers, housing, travel, mental health, advocacy, or military history. Common among recent guests: Published books or newsletters; Documentary filmmaking or historical research; Professional practice in real estate or travel. Recent guests include Karin Tanabe, Victoria Kelly, and Tim Leffel.
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