In this episode, Tyler talks with Jorge Mercado, lead historical researcher for the Borinqueneers Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony National Committee, a NON-PROFIT 501(c)(3) organization that honors the 65th Infantry Regiment “Borinqueneers, about the history of the Borinqueneers during the Korean War. Be sure to watch this podcast on our YouTube page as there is a PowerPoint presentation of the Borinqueneers at https://youtu.be/-djFTcoyBEA
Mr. Mercado over 3 years has dedicated his volunteer service in advancing and preserving the legacy of the Borinqueneers on the social media platform. He is the grandson of a Borinqueneer and a FDNY EMS 9/11 Responder who through his devotion to his grandfather’s old regiment, has helped cope with PTSD related to his service as a First Responder.
Check out the PowerPoint presentation on our YouTube channel at https://youtu.be/-djFTcoyBEA
Visit the BCGMCNC on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/BCGMCNationalCommittee
Addition Links
American Veterans Center Borinqueneer Tribute Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gBCuL2PiIOc
Korea Defense Veterans Association Interview of Jorge Mercado about his Borinqueneer Grandfather: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8HFN0Lxiuhk
Jorge Mercado's Daughters being interviewed by BBC News for 20th 9/ 11 Anniversary: https://www.facebook.com/BCGMCNationalCommittee/videos/328985515650318
"Wounded Medals" Episode covering brief Borinqueneer history in relation to PTSD: https://www.facebook.com/BCGMCNationalCommittee/videos/281138584149829
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Coming Home Well Directory is a combination of podcasts geared toward educating, supporting and advocating for our veterans and veteran caregiver community.Coming Home Well hosted by Dr. Tyler Pieron is a deep dive into the resources available for veterans and their families that assist with healing the trauma of war. On occasion Tyler is joined by historians as they revisit significant events within our military history to ensure our heroes are not forgotten. Straight To The Point hosted by Dr. Paul Lawrence and Dr. Tyler Pieron shave down to the specifics on veteran benefits and how they can assist with housing, compensation and education. With Paul's expertise as the former Under Secretary of The VBA, he brings knowledge and guidance. Military Aviatrix hosted by Liz Booker is a collaboration with Literary Aviatrix in exploring the amazing women of Military Aviation and opening the doors of the mind for young women to pursue their dream of becoming a pilot. Plug in and listen to stories of overcoming adversities to inspire others to persevere, historians reminding us of the sacrifices that come with war; and the heroic women who paved the way for women to soar with their dreams of flight.
Meet the Host
Dr. Tyler Pieron is an Army veteran of Iraq and Afghanistan (and a few other conflicts). He served in the Army’s Criminal Investigation Command as a Special Agent until he was medically retired. Tyler hosts Coming Home Well’s radio and podcast shows and focuses on TBI research and helping veterans wade through the bureaucracy to obtain benefits, especially education.
Tyler used his GI Bill benefits to earn a Master of Science degree in Cyber Security Policy and then a PhD. in Information Assurance after receiving a sabbatical and scholarship from the Pat Roberts Intelligence Scholars Program. Tyler lives with his wife Claire, their 3 children (2 boys and a girl), 3 dogs (Beagle, Boxer and Great Dane), 2 lizards (Bearded Dragon and Leopard Gecko), and many fish, near Charlottesville, VA, where he works with the Department of Defense on cyber intelligence issues.