Schedule

Upcoming Events

Pitbull 214 podcast recordings, Ohio veteran resource fairs, job fairs, and community gatherings — everything coming up, in one place.

Podcast Schedule

On Deck With Rick

SEP4EP. 015
Rafi Rodriguez
Rafi's Amigos
Hear Col (ret) Rodriguez share his experience growing up in Puerto Rico wanting to fly for the USAF. Not flight qualified, he went on to have a successful USAF career and keeps giving back through his annual golf outing.
SEP25EP. 016
Chris Craven
USMC Afghanistan Experience
Join USMC Platoon Sergeant Craven as he shares how 9-11 lit his fire to join the Marines and serve. Chris recalls experiences, events and colleagues from his deployments.
OCT2EP. 017
James & Leslie Groves
Gold Star Mothers
The Groves share their real-world despair and sadness after losing their son in war. Hear their story and how they use this anguish to help others suffering with similar situations.
OCT16EP. 018
Jennifer DeFrancesco
Today's VA Hospital
Director "D" shares insight on the Dayton VA. Hear about their success rate, priorities, capabilities, challenges and new endeavors from someone whose #1 priority is caring for our vets.
OCT30EP. 019
Charlynda Scales
Successful Warriors Lessons
A mother, USAF Officer, public speaker, published author, and entrepreneur; see how Lt Col Scales balances it all and lessons she's learned
NOV20EP. 020
Steve Wolaver
Veterans Treatment Court
Judge Steve Wolaver talks about a special court ‚Äî the Veterans Treatment Court. Steve discusses how he got it started in Greene County Ohio, and what it offers vets who have gone crossways with the law.

Veteran Events

Job Fair

Annual statewide job fair with veteran-friendly employers, resume workshops, and on-the-spot interviews.

Date

TBD ‚Äî Summer 2026

Location

Columbus Convention Center

Stand Down

Annual event providing homeless and at-risk veterans with one-stop access to services including healthcare, housing, employment, legal aid, and food.

Date

TBD ‚Äî Fall 2026

Location

Dayton, OH