"We always say that we want to become the mentor that we wish we had."

In this episode of Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA (R) Tilley sits down with Verenice Castillo, the inspirational Founder and CEO of the Military Spouse Advocacy Network (MSAN). Verenice shares her powerful journey from arriving in the U.S. as a 16-year-old immigrant to navigating 27 years of military life, facing profound isolation, and ultimately building a global 24/7 support network that serves over 4,000 active mentees.

Discover how MSAN is transforming younger generations of Military Families through secure peer-to-peer mentorship, mental health ally training, and crisis leadership programs. SMA (R) Tilley also reflects on his own 36 years of service, offering a heartfelt tribute to his wife and explaining why Military Spouses are truly the cornerstone of our military and an indispensable asset to national security.

CAN VETERANS ACTUALLY RECOVER FROM PTSD?

June is National PTSD Awareness Month, and we are tackling the invisible wounds of war head-on. In this powerful episode of Your Next Mission® video podcast, host 12th Sergeant Major of the Army (R) Jack L. Tilley, engages in a raw, transparent dialogue with Dr. MaryBeth Goodman and BG (R) Michael P. Fleming from the Cohen Veterans Network (CVN).

Celebrating their 10th Year Anniversary, discover how Cohen Veterans Network is helping Veterans smash the mental health stigma and get "Back to Better" using targeted, fast-acting and evidenced based care models. From real success stories of overcoming moral injury to groundbreaking expansions on overseas U.S. military bases, this is the honest conversation about trauma, leadership, and family resilience the military community desperately needs.

Welcome to Your Next Mission®, the nation's number one video podcast on military transition and leadership. Hosted by 12th SMA (R) Jack L. Tilley, we tell the stories of those who served in the past and those serving today. From transition and financial wellness to VA benefits and mental health, we cover the real issues facing Veterans, Active Military, and their Families.

We want to hear from you! If you have a question, comment, or topic suggestion for a future episode, email us atsmatilley@yournextmission.org or call our hotline at844-241-1343.

PTSD Care & Evidenced-Based Recovery

1. What does "Getting Back to Better" mean for Veterans with PTSD?

2. How long does short-term targeted PTSD therapy take for Soldiers?

3. What is the difference between EMDR and Prolonged Exposure for military trauma?

4. Can a Veteran experience complete remission from PTSD symptoms?

Cohen Veterans Network (CVN) Operations5. What is the Cohen Veterans Network and who qualifies for care?

6. Are there Cohen Veteran Network clinics on overseas military bases?

7. What is military cultural competency in mental health counseling?

Transition, Stigma, & Family Readiness8. Will seeking mental health treatment hurt my military career or promotion?

9. How does Veteran PTSD affect Military families and marriages after service?

10. What resources are available for transitioning Veterans facing moral injury?

The U.S. is celebrating their 251st Birthday, making it older than the very nation it defends! In this powerful episode of Your Next Mission® video podcast, host SMA (R) Tilley sits down with the Command Team of the legendary Eighth Army from Camp Humphreys, South Korea.LTG Joseph "Joe" E. Hilbert and CSM Jeffery D. Weaver discuss the "Ready to Fight Tonight" reality on the Korean Peninsula and how the U.S. Army is evolving for the next 251 years.In this episode, we also dive into:⭐ The 3-2-1 Model: How "Tour Normalization" is allowing Army families to thrive in Korea.⭐ Backbone University: A revolutionary joint-service NCO program including ROK partners and the U.S. Space Force.⭐ Shared Readiness: Why U.S. Soldiers are now attending ROK Ranger and Drone schools.⭐ A Historic Celebration: A ceremonial cake cutting honoring the Army’s 251st and America’s 250th milestones.⭐ The Tip of the Spear: What it really looks like to defend two homelands side-by-side.Welcome to Your Next Mission®, the nation's number one video podcast on military transition and leadership. 1. What is the mission of the U.S. Eighth Army in South Korea?2. What does "Ready to Fight Tonight" mean for Soldiers in Korea?3. What is the 3-2-1 assignment model for the U.S. Army?4. Is South Korea a good duty station for Army Families?5. What is Backbone University in Eighth Army?6. Can U.S. Soldiers go to the Republic of Korea (ROK) Ranger School?7. How do KATUSA Soldiers train with the U.S. Army?8. Is the U.S. Army older than the United States?9. How old is the U.S. Army on its birthday in 2026?10. How do forward-deployed troops celebrate the Army Birthday?⚡ SUBSCRIBE for more elite leadership insight 🌎 LEARN MORE: yournextmission.org#USArmy251 #8thArmy #KatchiKapshida #MilitaryLeadership #YourNextMission #JackTilley #Korea #ReadyToFightTonight #Veterans #NCOBackbone Video Chapters00:00 – Welcome to Your Next Mission®00:37 – SMA Tilley Introduces 8th Army Command02:08 – Meet LTG Joe Hilbert & CSM Jeffery Weaver04:15 – The Storied History of the "Amphibious Eighth"06:25 – Real-World Mission: Ready to Fight Tonight08:06 – Why Serving in Korea is Unlike Any Other Assignment11:13 – The New 3-2-1 Assignment Model (Tour Normalization)14:53 – Why Army Families Love the New Korea Model18:05 – The 70-Year U.S. and ROK Alliance20:25 – Backbone University: Joint NCO Excellence21:15 – U.S. Soldiers in ROK Ranger & Drone Schools25:57 – The Veteran and Retiree Community in Korea30:49 – Celebrating the U.S. Army’s 251st Birthday32:12 – Standing on the Shoulders of Giants34:56 – The Oath of Enlistment & The Constitution36:10 – 251st Birthday Cake Cutting Ceremony #KatchiKapshida!39:29 – Final Thoughts: Tip of the SpearHow to Join the CelebrationThe Army is encouraging units and individuals to get involved by downloading the official logos, sharing their personal Army stories, and participating in local events. You can find resources and download official materials at www.army.mil.