Our founder, PJ Dermer, was recently interviewed on The VET SOS Podcast
“Don’t be afraid to be busy doing something you’re not comfortable with. Be careful chasing the Holy Grail job—just get out, get engaged.” –PJ Dermer
This is what the podcast hosts have to say:
“In this powerful episode of The Scoop from VET S.O.S., we sit down with Colonel PJ Dermer, founder of TerraSearch Promise, a veteran-led nonprofit specializing in Veteran MIA Recovery. After more than 30 years of Army service—spanning combat deployments, national negotiations, and multiple transitions—PJ now leads recovery missions that help locate and repatriate the remains of missing U.S. service members from World War II, Korea, and Vietnam. PJ shares the emotional weight of the work, the importance of giving veterans a new sense of purpose, and how TerraSearch offers a unique blueprint for transitioning service members to stay engaged, active, and mission-driven. Whether you’re a veteran in transition, a military family member, or simply someone who believes no one should be left behind—this episode will leave you inspired and informed.”
📌 Topics Covered:
The founding of TerraSearch Promise
How MIA recovery impacts mental health, purpose, and healing
Volunteer opportunities for veterans and civilians
The bureaucracy behind Department of Defense partnerships
The emotional power of connecting generations through legacy work
🔔 Subscribe for more veteran transition stories: @vetsospodcast 🎥 Brought to you by VET S.O.S. – Your lifeline in the sea of transition.
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