Our Veterans, Our Stories

Our Veterans, Our Stories is a podcast dedicated to preserving the voices of Hancock County’s veterans. Through first-hand accounts, pivotal moments, and personal anecdotes, we bring you some of the untold stories shared within the Hancock County Veterans Service Office. Whether you’re a history buff, a veteran, or simply someone who values the sacrifices made for our country, this podcast offers a unique, unfiltered look at the experiences of those who served. Tune in to hear the powerful narratives of courage, resilience, and brotherhood—because every veteran’s story deserves to be heard.

Our Veterans, Our Stories is a history podcast hosted by Hancock County Veterans Service Office, with 10 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Hancock County Veterans Service Office hosts Our Veterans, Our Stories, a history show with 10 episodes published.

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  Episode #3

  Dean Shilling: A Gold Star Brother Shares the Story of a Local Marine Hero

  May 14, 202629 minS2

  <p>Have questions about this episode?</p><p>For more than 50 years, Dr. Bur Schilling’s family did not fully know the heroic actions of his brother, U.S. Marine Corps veteran Dean Shilling.</p><p>In this episode of Our Veterans, Our Stories, Bur shares the emotional story of growing up with Dean, losing him during the Vietnam War at just 19 years old, and discovering decades later that Dean had been awarded one of the military’s highest honors for bravery.</p><p>During a patrol in Vietnam, Dean reportedly drew enemy fire onto himself so the rest of his...

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  Episode #2

  Rick Opperman: From Doubt to Discipline, An Army Story

  Apr 15, 202622 minS2

  <p>Have questions about this episode?</p><p>In this episode of Our Veterans, Our Stories, we sit down with Rick Opperman, a United States Army veteran who served as a Military Police officer with the 82nd Airborne Division from 1971 to 1974.</p><p>Rick shares how his decision to join the military was shaped by personal challenges at home, and how that decision led to growth, discipline, and a lifetime of lessons.</p><p>He reflects on his experiences in basic training, jump school, and serving at Fort Bragg, along with life after the military and the importance of creating...

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  Episode #1

  Brian and Lara Beltz: From the Navy to Building a Life and Business Together:

  Mar 7, 202628 minS2

  <p>Have questions about this episode?</p><p>In this episode of Our Veterans, Our Stories, we feature <b>Brian and Lara Beltz</b>, two Navy veterans from Hancock County whose military experiences shaped not only their futures, but the life and business they built together.</p><p>Lara shares her journey into the Navy, her work as a corpsman, and her time serving in Sicily, where she worked in a high stress medical environment that left a lasting impact. She also opens up about the challenges of transitioning back to civilian life, the loss of purpose many veterans experience...

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  Episode #7

  Andy Sterling: Four Deployments and Life After the Army

  Jun 1, 202536 minS1

  <p>Have questions about this episode?</p><p>In this episode of Our Veterans, Our Stories, we sit down with Andy Sterling, a United States Army veteran who served over 20 years in the Army Reserves.</p><p>Andy shares his experience across four combat deployments, including serving as a combat engineer during Operation Iraqi Freedom and later transitioning into intelligence work supporting Special Operations.</p><p>He also discusses the realities of balancing military service with family life, the challenges of multiple deployments, and the transition out of the military.</p><p>This episode highlights the importance of mental health...

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  Episode #6

  Kyle Russell: From Iraq Deployment to Life After the Army

  May 1, 202541 minS1

  <p>Have questions about this episode?</p><p>In this episode of Our Veterans, Our Stories, we sit down with Kyle Russell, a United States Army veteran who served as an infantryman and deployed to Iraq in 2018.</p><p>Kyle shares his journey from enlisting at 17 to serving in high-risk environments overseas, including his experiences with quick reaction force missions, convoy operations, and combat conditions.</p><p>He also speaks candidly about the challenges of returning home, navigating injuries, and finding purpose after military service.</p><p>This episode offers an honest look at modern military service and the realities...

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