A New Chapter

The third season of the Roger That! podcast has officially launched! This season, you will hear directly from veterans and community partners, with the show hosted for the first time by HVAF CEO Emmy Hildebrand. Tune in twice a month and dive into the conversations that matter most!

Roger That is a podcast presented by HVAF that amplifies the voices of veterans and partners while explaining how the organization is working to end veteran homelessness. Launched as part of HVAF’s 30-year anniversary, the show releases regular episodes on platforms like Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

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Episode 3: Out Now!

Federal Policy & Veterans… A Coversation Continued…

Welcome to episode three of Roger That! In this episode, host Emmy Hildebrand brings you a powerful conversation with Patrick Garvey, a Navy veteran whose life shows exactly how military and public service can shape a life and career.

Patrick brings you behind the scenes of his remarkable journey through the Pentagon, Capitol Hill, and the Navy. You will discover how his 14 years in the U.S. Senat, including nearly a decade serving as a senior professional staff member for Senator Richard Lugar, gave him a front-row seat to crucial national security decisions. When you tune in, you will hear Patrick share his unique insights on leadership under pressure, the realities of the issues facing veterans today, and the lasting legacy of bipartisanship and statesmanship.

Watch the full episode below!

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Episode 2:

Episode #2 -How Federal Policy Shapes the Lives of Hoosier Veterans

Join HVAF CEO Emmy Hildebrand for the second episode of the 2026 season of Roger That! as she sits down with former U.S. Senator and Ambassador Joe Donnelly.

Joe Donnelly brings a wealth of insight from decades of public service. Representing Indiana in both the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate, and later serving as the U.S. Ambassador to the Holy See, he earned a strong reputation as a pragmatic, bipartisan problem-solver. Throughout his extensive career on Capitol Hill, he consistently championed legislation to support service members and prioritize veterans’ issues across the aisle.
Listen in as Emmy and Joe discuss the realities for Hoosier veterans back home. This episode offers valuable context on the laws shaping veteran care, economic security, and community support systems in Indiana.

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Listen or watch below. Episode 1:

Episode #1 – Vietnam Veterans Day

Celebrate Vietnam War Veterans Day with the inaugural episode of Roger That, airing March 29th. Join host Emmy and special guest Steve Peck, Marine Corps veteran, former CEO of U.S. VETS, and nationally recognized advocate. This heartfelt conversation explores Steve’s courageous military service during the Vietnam War, the challenges of transitioning back to civilian life, and his incredible leadership in supporting at-risk and homeless veterans.

Through Steve’s personal accounts, listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the trials faced by Vietnam veterans and the enduring importance of honoring their service. Learn about the life-changing work of U.S. VETS, how communities can step up to support veterans in need, and how we can all contribute to ensuring that no veteran is left behind. Compassionate, inspiring, and action-focused, this episode is a must-listen for anyone committed to making a difference in the lives of our nation’s heroes.

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