The War Room
VEV War Room is where veterans get real answers—no fluff, no fear-mongering, no nonsense.
Hosted by Robert Pinero, Founder and Head Coach of Veterans Educating Veterans (VEV), this podcast breaks down the VA disability system the way it actually works. We talk about VA claims, increases, appeals, DBQs, nexus letters, mental health ratings, and the mistakes that cost veterans years and tens of thousands of dollars.
This is not theory. This is field-tested coaching based on real claims, real decisions, and real outcomes.
Inside the War Room, we tackle:
- VA disability claims and rating strategy
- Mental health, secondary conditions, and continuity of symptoms
- Fear around filing claims while working
- Common VA denials and how to fight them
- How to protect your effective date
- What the VA doesn’t explain—but expects you to know
If you’re a veteran who wants clarity, control, and results—not confusion—this podcast is for you.
No scripts. No corporate filters. Just straight talk to help you win your claim and protect your future.
🎖️ You served. Now let’s make sure the system serves you back.
The War Room
Latest Episodes
Episode 15: How the VA Process Impacts Veteransʼ Wives and Families
In this episode, VEV Founder and CEO Robert Pinero is joined by his wife, Jillian Pinero, Senior Coach James Lefever, and Coach Cody to discuss how the VA disability process impacts veterans' spouses and families.While veterans of...
Episode 14: Benefits Veterans Miss After Getting 100%
This episode breaks down some of the most overlooked benefits available after receiving a 100% VA disability rating. Many veterans focus on the monthly compensation itself, but a 100% rating—especially Permanent & Total (P&T)<...
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Episode 13: Mental Health Claims
This episode breaks down some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding Mental Health Claims. Many veterans focus on the diagnosis itself, but the VA assigns mental health ratings based on both the diagnosis and how mental health symptom...
Episode 12: Why Some Veterans Stay Stuck at 90%
This episode breaks down why so many veterans get stuck at 90% VA disability and what actually needs to happen to reach 100%. Many veterans think they are only one small step away, but VA math, underrated conditions, and poor claim strategy oft...
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Episode 11: Supplemental vs HLR vs Board Appeal
This episode breaks down the different VA Appeal Lanes veterans can use after a denial, and how choosing the right path can make the difference between moving your claim forward or wasting valuable time. In this episode, we c...
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