Pedaling with Purpose: Marine James Eastland’s 8,300-Mile Mission for Veterans
- S4E84
- 29:23
- May 22nd 2025
In this episode, Donna welcomes Marine James Eastland, a man on a mission to make a difference. James is gearing up for the Transamerica Non-stop bike ride, a grueling 8,300-mile journey across the country to raise funds and awareness for the Transition Warrior Foundation, a supporting veterans and first responders.
Donna and James dive deep into the “why” behind his ride, the physical and mental demands of such a monumental trek, and the broader impact of community-driven support for those who serve. Their heartfelt conversation sheds light on the resilience of our nation's heroes and the incredible ways ordinary individuals can create extraordinary change.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
- James’s personal journey and what inspired this coast-to-coast ride
- The training, preparation, and mindset required for an 8,300-mile non-stop challenge
- The mission of the Transition Warrior Foundation and how listeners can support it
- Candid stories of struggle, perseverance, and hope
- Why community and connection are critical in the healing process for veterans and first responders
Links & Resources:
- Learn more or donate: Transition Warrior Foundation
- Follow James’s ride: The Ride for Heroes
- Connect with Donna Hoffmeyer: Rebel LLC
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Beyond The Frontline
Beyond the Frontline tackles topics relating to transitioning from the Frontline to the Homefront. Your host, Donna Hoffmeyer is a 21-year retired Air Force nurse; with a career that spanned from nursing, flight nursing, education, training, readiness, and policy. Donna has a master’s degree in Sport Science and has co-authored her first book, Warrior to Patriot Citizen; focusing on ensuring service members are prepared for transition well before transition occurs. She also has her own blog, Taking Off The Armor, focused on all issues before, during and after transition and after retirement, as well as, a multifaceted business, REBel LLC, focused on veteran transition mentorship, consulting, and publishing her own work.
Donna is a 21-year retired Air Force nurse; with a career that spanned from nursing, flight nursing, education, training, readiness, and policy. Donna has a master’s degree in Sport Science and has co-authored her first book, Warrior to Patriot Citizen; focusing on ensuring service members are prepared for transition well before transition occurs. She also has her own blog, Taking Off The Armor, focused on all issues before, during and after transition and after retirement, as well as, a multifaceted business, REBel LLC, focused on veteran transition mentorship, consulting, and publishing her own work.