PERSPECTIVES OF HOPE
Joanie Sigal, Host
The Addiction Podcast, Point of No Return March 2022
The Addiction Podcast, Point of No Return, recently invited Robert to share his story on the nation’s largest addiction recovery podcast. Recognized as the #1 addiction podcast for three years running, guests run the gamut from musicians, actors, sports figures, experts, MD's, family members, law enforcement and clergy to a wide array of addicts who have overcome challenges and are now successful. Joanie Sigal hosts the highly acclaimed, Point of No Return, whose episodes air weekly.
Rock to Recovery Interview July 2021
Rock to Recovery interviewed and wrote a chapter on Robert for their recent inspirational book on the power of music in recovery.Tens of thousands of Americans die from substance abuse and suicide each year. Millions more suffer from mental health disorders. Rock to Recovery -- an innovative, therapeutic music program serving more than one hundred addiction treatment and mental health facilities in the USA -- steps into the breach to offer participants help and hope. By writing, playing, and recording music as a group, non-musicians are able to build a community of support, find enthusiasm for treatment, and realize that recovery is possible. Veterans, trauma survivors, and those struggling with substance abuse or mental health issues can recover with connection.
The last stop of the book tour (before 2020 COVID shutdowns) was back where it started at Buckley AFB, CO, speaking with appr 100 members of the 460th Space Wing, Dec 2019
Buckeley AFB 460SW CO Dec 2019
Operation Mend BOA New York Nov 2019
In Nov 2019, I was invited to New York to attend Operation Mend’s (501c) Board of Advisors Inaugural meeting, along with joining them for the weekend's festivities to include the annual NY Veteran’s Day parade, kicked off by the President. The board included a select group of entrepreneurs, celebrities, medical and military leadership.
Elizabeth Dole Foundation Convening and Gala in
Washington DC Oct 2019
In Oct 2019, we were invited to the Elizabeth Dole Foundation Convening and Gala in Washington DC. I was blessed to meet and speak with Sen Dole throughout the week, and she was kind enough to invite us over multiple times for dinner ( I am quite certain the invite was mostly for Jefe’, as Sen Dole just couldn’t get enough of this doodle!) We were also fortunate enough to meet with many business, military, and political leadership, to include the honor of meeting with Congressman and Army Veteran Brian Mast of FL.
Congressman Brian Mast, SSgt USA (ret), Oct 2019
Senator Elizabeth Dole, Oct 2019
30 OSS of Vandenberg AFB at La Purisima State Park, CA, Sep 2019
60th Medical Group at Travis AFB, CA, Sep 2019
In Sep 2019, I was invited out to California to speak with about 100 Airmen of the 30th Operations Support Squadron at Vandenberg AFB. We took this trip as Ambassadors of the AF Wounded Warrior program in support of the CSAFs Tactical Pause Day. The unit amazingly hosted us at La Purisima Mission State Park...outdoors, out of uniform, and with a complete focus on mental health awareness and resiliency.
The journey ended with a road trip north, being invited to speak with members of the 60th Medical Group at Travis AFB. This setting was completely different, as this unit is in charge of all surgical operations in the region and cannot shut down. Between 300 and 400 Airmen honored us with their time, many having to cycle in/out after surgery or on their way to scrub in.
Mt Carmel invited me to join this wonderful program and share some details on "Perspectives of Hope", as well as some positive changes in my personal life that may help other Veterans with PTSD and TBI. Joined by Col Bob McLaughlin, (ret) USA, COO Mt Carmel Veteran Service Center
KRDO News Radio 105.5 FM / 1240 AM Colorado Springs hosts Mt Carmel's weekly radio podcast with Mike Williams, Sep 2019
ARPC HQ, Buckley AFB, CO, Sep 2019
On September 6th, I was honored to speak to 450 service members of the Air Force Reserve Personnel Command Headquarters, Buckley AFB, CO, Sep 2019. We received this invite from Command Chief Billie Baber after she read and enjoyed "Perspectives of Hope". I don’t think there is a proper way to explain how incredible it was to have this work come together and be welcomed so wholeheartedly!
KXFM / Rock to Recovery Radio Podcast with Wes Geer, lead guitarist of Korn, Hed PE, Mar 2018
Each week, Wesley Geer, founder/CEO of Rock to Recovery and former lead guitarist of Korn and Hed P.E., interviews rad musicians, rockstars, celebs, and others that have overcome their demons. Wes recently invited me to join this special group of volunteers speaking on behalf of helping others through personal testimony.
Link to podcast: https://www.kxfmradio.org/podcasts/robert-scoggins-r2rr-ep-10/
DoD/AFWW Interview July 2017
AF Public Affairs interviewed Robert during the 2017 Wounded Warrior Games in Chicago to look at the impact Adaptive Sports has in mental health treatment and recovery.
PAST EVENTS
May 12 -MST Air Force Wounded Warrior Online Virtual Speaking Engagement
Nov 11 - UCLA Operation Mend Veterans Day Parade 100th Anniversary-NYC
Nov 9 - UCLA Operation Mend Inaugural Advisory Board Meeting-NYC
Nov 4 - Bob Woodruff Foundation Stand Up For Heroes- NYC
Oct 23 - Elizabeth Dole Foundation Gala- The Anthem Washington D.C.
Oct 21 - Elizabeth Dole Foundation 4th Annual Convening- Washington D.C.
Oct 12 - CO VFW Resiliency Education Course
Oct 12 - Colorado Springs Indie Book Fair
Oct 5 - Buckley AFB 310 SW Resiliency Tactical Pause Day
Sep 29 - Veterans to Farmers Annual Barn Party
Sept. 11 Travis AFB 60 Med Group Tactical Pause Day- California
Sept. 08 Vandenberg AFB 30 OSS Tactical Pause Day- California
Mt Carmel Veteran Service Center Radio Podcast
Sept. 06 Buckley AFB Air Reserve Personnel Center Tactical Pause Day
Rock to Recovery Radio Podcast
"A Former Pilot's Silent Struggle"
AFPC/PA did an extended interview with Robert during the 2017 Wounded Warrior Games in Chicago. Click here to read the article.