Upholding Valor

Upholding Valor


Latest Episodes

World War II's Best Kept Secret
December 20, 2021

They were pioneers during a time their country needed them most, yet they were also America’s best kept secret until recently. The Women Air Force Service Pilots of World War II paved the way for women in the military today. 100 year old WASP Vetera

Extending Time with a Double Lung Transplant
November 22, 2021

A Utah veteran is cherishing time with his grandkids this holiday season thanks to a double lung transplant. VA Salt Lake City, in partnership with the University of Utah, saved this Navy veteran’s life as time was running out. The journey–his

Spiritual Healing Through Equine Therapy
November 01, 2021

Spiritual healing can be just as important as physical healing. In this week’s Upholding Valor, we take a look at VA’s Equine Therapy Program and how horses help heal our Veterans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dealing with the Delta Variant
October 11, 2021

We are not in the clear. Not by a long shot. In this week’s Upholding Valor, two VA providers talk about the COVID-19 Delta variant surge, their exhaustion and their fears--watching people die that don’t need to.See omnystudio.com/listener for

Afghanistan and 9/11
September 15, 2021

Two Veterans from two wars describe their emotions surrounding the 20th anniversary of 9/11 coinciding with the end of the 20 year war in Afghanistan. Their candor and vulnerability is both heartbreaking, yet inspiring as we present on of our more powerfu

Managing Your Weight
August 30, 2021

The VA Salt Lake City Health Care System goes beyond traditional healthcare to improve the lives of veterans. In this episode of Upholding Valor a Veteran talks about his weight loss transformation and his journey to peace of mind, body and soul. See omn

Volunteer Service
August 16, 2021

VA always needs good volunteers to better serve our veterans. We need you!  Want to serve your country’s heroes?  Find out how in this episode of Upholding Valor.See our website for privacy information.

Don't suffer in silence. PTSD is treatable!
July 15, 2021

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is something roughly 20% of veterans deal with after service or a long combat deployment. VA understands, and has the experts to make a difference in veterans' lives. Don’t suffer in silence! PTSD is treatable. See o

Pride in Caring for All Veterans
June 28, 2021

VA takes great “Pride” in caring for everyone that served. The LGBTQ community is no exception. Our mission is to foster an inclusive and welcoming environment every day, not just during Pride Month. Please listen to one transfeminine Veteran&

Homeless Veterans
May 31, 2021

One homeless veteran is one too many--that’s why VA has teams committed to finding and improving their lives.  Hear from one of those teams and the lengths they go to, to reach a veteran on the street.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf