{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"We\u2019ve Been Here Before","description":"In the second episode following the podcast\u2019s return, this hour is packed with compelling topics from an engaging panel of guests. In this holiday-themed episode, our host Rob Couture and guests explore the VFW\u2019s record-setting achievements in securing benefits for veterans, reflect on Pearl Harbor Day events, deliver a sharp critique of a controversial article on veterans\u2019 benefits, and wrap up with a spirited discussion about the upcoming Army-Navy game. Featured Guests:  Mike Figlioli \u2013 Director, VFW National Veterans Service Patrick Murray \u2013 Director, VFW National Legislative Service Brittany Dymond Murray \u2013 Associate Director, VFW Communications &amp;amp; Public Affairs  Episode Highlights:   &amp;nbsp; [3:42] Celebrating a milestone year: $14.6 billion in benefits were secured for veterans in the last fiscal year, surpassing the previous record of $13 billion.  &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;[12:30] An in-depth look at the VFW\u2019s participation in Pearl Harbor Day commemorations.  &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;[15:40] Opening of a new Benefits Delivery at Discharge (BDD) office at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, providing vital resources for transitioning service members.  &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;[21:51] Patrick Murray's passionate response to The Economist article, &quot;American Veterans Are Now Receiving Absurdly Generous Benefits,&quot; defending the importance of veterans' programs and setting the record straight.   &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; [40:54] Highlights of the annual Army-Navy football game, its cherished traditions, and the camaraderie it fosters.  Join us for thoughtful conversations, powerful stories, and a touch of humor\u2014because we\u2019re always #StillServing.  For more information or to continue the conversation, please visit: Veterans&amp;nbsp;of&amp;nbsp;Foreign&amp;nbsp;Wars&amp;nbsp;Website VFW&amp;nbsp;Podcast&amp;nbsp;Page @VFWHQ&amp;nbsp;on&amp;nbsp;Twitter VFW&amp;nbsp;on&amp;nbsp;Facebook @VFWSTILLSERVING&amp;nbsp;on&amp;nbsp;YouTube @RobCoutureVFW&amp;nbsp;on&amp;nbsp;Facebook VFW&amp;nbsp;Unmet&amp;nbsp;Needs&amp;nbsp;Program Call 1-888-JOIN-VFW Text \u201cNEEDS\u201d to 20222 to donate to the Unmet Needs Program. Today\u2019s&amp;nbsp;VFW&amp;nbsp;\u2014&amp;nbsp;Share&amp;nbsp;Your&amp;nbsp;#StillServing&amp;nbsp;Story Sports Clips Help A Hero \u2014 Text HERO to 71777 to donate online ","author_name":"#StillServing: The VFW Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/thevfwpodcast.libsyn.com\/website","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/34437695\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/182322945"}