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Veterans and the Tools That Keep Us Sharp

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Scott DeLuzioVeterans and the Tools That Keep Us Sharp
  1. Veterans and the Tools That Keep Us Sharp Scott DeLuzio 1:01:06

Knives have always been more than just tools for veterans-they’re symbols of skill, precision, and independence. But what happens when injuries or years of service-related wear make it harder to use the tools you once mastered? Doug Katz, a West Point graduate and disabled Army veteran, saw firsthand how physical limitations can steal confidence in the kitchen. So, he did what veterans do best. He adapted and overcame, creating the NULU Knife, a tool designed to give control back to those who need it most.

In this episode, Doug shares his journey from the military to entrepreneurship and how he developed an adaptive knife that goes beyond making cooking easier-it helps veterans regain confidence and control in the kitchen. Whether you’re dealing with combat injuries, arthritis, or Aging joints, this conversation will change how you think about the tools you use daily.

We also get into the veteran mindset regarding using gear, why traditional kitchen knives don’t work for everyone, and how small innovations can make a huge impact on everyday life. If you’ve ever struggled with something that used to feel second nature, this episode is for you.

Timestamps:

  • 00:06:00 – Innovating adaptive tools
  • 00:09:00 – Personal struggles that sparked the NULU Knife
  • 00:22:00 – Why smart design benefits everyone, not just those with disabilities
  • 00:34:00 – The connection between military Innovation and everyday problem-solving
  • 00:44:00 – Encouraging veterans to turn their challenges into business opportunities

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Scott DeLuzio Host - Drive On Podcast

Scott is an Army veteran who served in the Connecticut Army National Guard as an Infantryman and was deployed to Afghanistan in 2010. Like many soldiers who deploy to combat, that deployment changed Scott forever. Drive On Podcast talks about the challenges soldiers face when coming back home. Reacquainting with loved ones, finding a purpose outside of the military, and the struggles that come with it all.

If we're going to get better, we have to start talking about the problems we're facing.

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