The GingerVeteran Podcast

18 Episodes
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By: Fred Gregory

This podcast is geared toward helping military, veteran, and civilians communities as they struggle through mental health. We are determined to remove the stigma! I will share my story, interview anyone who has struggled or knows someone who struggled. I will also reach out to reliable resources that can help! If you want to be featured on the show with an anonymous story or you want to be interviewed on an episode? Let us know at gingerveteranpod@gmail.com!

How do We Recover?
#16
05/21/2025

This episode is not the answer you seek. However, it helps knowing you're not alone in this journey. This episode brought me outside to listen to the soothing sounds of nature! The birds, The light distant thunder. The....other.....like nature sounds that you hear outside. I hope you enjoy!


The Words
#15
04/23/2025

www.Childrenshospitals.org


Battling the Invisible Wounds: TBI
#14
04/09/2025

Our Host Fred Gregory sits with Laura Shaffer, the mother of Marine Veteran, James Alexander "Alex" Shaffer. A story that hits home for an unfortunate number of loved ones in this world. Alex was a fighter through and through and that was evident before day one. He was destined to be a warrior.


A Bump on the Head Could Be a Bump in the Road
#13
04/02/2025

Our host Fred Gregory sits with Andrew Hecksel while he shares his story of his path to discovering his mental health. He shares his struggles with his issues prior to fully understanding it. He shares examples of failure on the medical side of mental health and the failure of leadership to understand.


Suicide Statistics
#12
03/26/2025

Listen to the stats surrounding suicide in the U.S. our host re-visits his own intrusive thoughts experience.


There Are Two Kinds of People in This World
#11
03/19/2025

A seriously comedic view on the amount of two kinds of people in this world. A little twisty, sometimes dark, and holistically entertaining.


Mix and Match (Bonus)
#10
03/18/2025

Mix and match bag!


The Great Escape
#9
03/05/2025

Imagine being 6 years old and being betrayed by the one person you cared for the most. Imagine what that would do to you. One man did not have to imagine this tragedy as it unfolded at his expense. Join us as we read another anonymous story!


Postpartum Depression: A Mother's Silent Battle
#8
02/26/2025

Our host speaks a bit about Postpartum Depression and shares a couple tough storie to listen to! Not an episode to miss! Motherhood should be the most joyous occasion in life, unfortunately for some, it is the darkest period of their time on earth.


Guilty or Not
#7
02/12/2025

Check it out! Our first anonymous submission! Follow along the story of a mother who shared her story of mental illness, the guilt associated with it, and the fear of her children suffering the same fate! It's okay to feel guilty, but do not let it consume you!


Cause and Effect
#6
02/05/2025

Join our host as he dives into the effects of PTSD on your physical health. Oh and a tangent that nobody asked for.... somebody stop this man.


Misfitz Mission
#5
01/29/2025

Our host sat down with the CEO of Misfitz Motorsports. As fellow service members and people who experienced simialr trauma, they had a great discussion! Emotions are high and very raw1


Neuroplasticity
#4
01/22/2025

This episode starts with a story about how or not how my mental health affected my military service. Then we transition into a definition of neuroplasticity and spoken words from experience.


The Pen is Mightier Than the Stigma!
#3
01/15/2025

Please join Sean and I as we discuss his mental health journey and the stigma surrounding getting help as a man!


I'm nobody and This Is My Story: Part 2
#2
01/08/2025

Finishing my story for now. Listen as I discuss addiction, dangerous behavior, and why am I still alive?!


I'm nobody and This is My Story Pt. 1
#1
01/01/2025

This episode explores my childhood and explains where I developed my challenges with mental health. This serves to open my doors and let everyone in. Thank you for listening!


I'm nobody and This is My Story Pt. 1
#1
12/31/2024

This episode explores my childhood and explains where I developed my challenges with mental health. This serves to open my doors and let everyone in. Thank you for listening!


Trailer
07/01/2024

Debut is scheduled 01/01/25!