HomeFront Sitrep
HomeFront SitRep is a powerful and heartfelt veteran-led podcast dedicated to giving a voice to those who have served—and those who continue to serve behind the scenes. It stands as a platform for real stories, real impact, and real people who genuinely care about the veteran community—not just as statistics, but as brothers, sisters, and family.
This podcast shines a spotlight on the grassroots: the unsung, often-overlooked mom-and-pop nonprofit organizations that are boots-on-the-ground, showing up daily for veterans. These aren’t corporate machines or big-budget operations—they’re passionate individuals and small teams who lead with heart, often formed by veterans or military families who know the struggle firsthand. HomeFront SitRep celebrates these organizations that haven’t lost sight of humanity, offering support, services, and community without red tape or fine print.
But the mission doesn’t stop there.
The show also brings in a vibrant cross-section of the veteran community—highlighting veteran-owned businesses, showcasing the creativity of veteran authors and musicians, and laughing alongside veteran comedians. Each episode dives deep into personal journeys, challenges, and triumphs, giving veterans from all walks of life a chance to share their story, their mission, and their voice.
Whether it’s a Marine turned mental health advocate, an Army veteran launching a clothing brand, or a Navy vet writing their first book, HomeFront SitRep serves as a rally point for veterans and patriots alike. It’s not just a podcast—it’s a mission to build connection, community, and conversation.
This is where the fight continues—on the home front. This is HomeFront SitRep.
Lt. Gen. Brian T. Kelly, USAF (Ret), is a highly respected leader who dedicated more than three decades of service to the United States Air Force. Commissioned through the University of Notre Dame’s ROTC program, he earned a degree in aerospace engineering and went on to hold numerous key leadership and command positions around the world. Throughout his distinguished career, General Kelly focused on building and leading strong teams, improving personnel systems, and ensuring the readiness and well-being of Airmen and their families.
As the Deputy Chief of Staff for Manpower, Personnel, and Services (A1) at Air Force Headquarters, he was responsible for shaping policies affecting the total force—military, civilian, and contractor—covering everything from recruitment and training to quality of life and career development. His leadership helped modernize the Air Force’s human capital strategies during a period of major transformation and global demand.
After retiring from active duty in 2022, General Kelly continued his commitment to service by becoming the President and CEO of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) in January 2023. In this role, he leads one of the nation’s most influential military advocacy organizations, championing the interests of service members, veterans, and their families through legislative action, education, and support programs. Known for his integrity, compassion, and forward-thinking leadership, Lt. Gen. Kelly remains a powerful voice for those who serve and have served.
TotalForce+ is MOAA’s new people-focused conference, launching in October 2025 at National Harbor, Maryland. Designed to unite military, veteran, government, and industry leaders, it focuses on strengthening the “people side” of national defense — from talent management and leadership to quality of life and the veteran experience. Centered on the theme “Mission First, People Always,” TotalForce+ aims to drive collaboration, innovation, and real solutions that support those who serve and their families.
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David Willis
HomeFront Sitrep is hosted by a Marine Corps veteran David Willis. I served in the Marines from 1997 to 2004.
I knew at a very early age that I was going into the military but didn’t know what branch. As I got older and started learning about each branch and quickly figured out that the Marines was the best. I served in the Marine Corps from 97-04. My MOS was 0311(infantry). I went to Paris Island for boot camp after bootcamp I was stationed with 2nd blt 8th Marines Golf company. While with 2/8 I went on several deployments to port a prince Haiti, Okinawa, South Korea, Greece, also did two trips to Bridgeport California for cold weather training, I wasn’t going to make a Mediterranean float so I extended and joined 1st blt 8th Marines Bravo company. During my time there we deployed to the Mediterranean and had stops in Spain, Italy, Malta, Africa, and other ports. I got out of the Marines inAugust of 01, but 9/11 happened and was recalled to go back in where I was stationed with a mobilization support battalion and deployed.
After getting out of the Marines in04, I met my now wife and westarted a family. I have two beautiful daughters. I also started working in the pest control industry, that didn’t suit me, so I went to work in the telecommunications industry and have been since 2006. I worked for Insight communications for eight years and worked myself up to supervisor and held that title for two and half years. Currently I work for AT&T as a buried services machine operator, was a Wire Technician for my first 9 years.
My passion is helping veterans, I started the Communications Workers of America Local 3310 veterans committee, where we worked with other local unions and businesses from Louisville to rebuild homes for homeless veterans called Operation Victory. Currently still co chair on this committee, but I am also the president for the state of Kentucky for AT&T Veterans, which is a chapter of the national 501c3. While being president myself and another veteran Gene Spear came up with the ideal of a tiny home community for homeless veterans. We we regaining traction when I was asked to serve on the board for Veteran’s Club Inc as sergeant of arms, where I helped build the organization into a nationally recognized 501c3. During this time I brought the tiny home community over to Veteran’s Club. I left Veteran’s Club for personal reasons and the project was canceled. My daughters and myself still volunteer with any veteran event we are able to.
I currently host a podcast called HomeFront Sitrep, we bring in 501c3’s and veteran owned businesses from around the country to tell their stories and what lead them to give back to their communities and veterans. As for The Oath that I took, I would absolutely do it again, in a heartbeat!
Semper Fi 
