This week, we’ll sit down with a retired Colonel from the 133rd Airlift Wing to explore his 37-year journey with the Air National Guard. We’ll also bring you updates from the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs on the MN Veterans Homes, and hear from the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers. Guests include:
- Col (ret) Mike Piontek – 133rd Airlift Wing
- Eric Meittunen – Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs
- Josh Beninga – Minnesota Association of County Veteran Service Officers
This week, we’ll explore creative arts and recreation therapy at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, connect with Beyond the Yellow Ribbon – Rosemount, MN, to see how they’re making a difference for local veterans, and receive an update from Senior Enlisted Advisor CSM Rost, U.S. Army. Guests include:
- Kristin Powell – Minneapolis VA Health Care System
- Tom Neumann – Rosemount Beyond the Yellow Ribbon
- Steve Bruce – Rosemount Beyond the Yellow Ribbon
- CSM Jason Rost – United States Army
This week, we’ll be connecting with Soldiers from the 34th Infantry Division who have recently returned from Operation Spartan Shield. We’ll also meet with members of the University of Minnesota’s ROTC program and receive an update from our Minnesota National Guard military producer. Guests include:
- LTC Jay Hackett – 34th Red Bull Infantry Division
- SGM Christopher Reed – 34th Red Bull Infantry Division
- CPT Christopher Barich – University of Minnesota Army ROTC
- SSG Joseph Hance – University of Minnesota Army ROTC
- 2LT Austin Stibbe – Minnesota National Guard
This week we learn about the Outdoor Warrior Nation, meet with Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota and get an update from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Guests include:
- SGM (Ret.) Lisa Hungiville – Outdoor Warrior Nation
- LTC (Ret.) Greg Hungiville – Outdoor Warrior Nation
- Adam Dorow – Lutheran Social Services of Minnesota
- Director Patrick Kelly – Minneapolis VA Heath Care System
This week, we’ll introduce you to some Outstanding Airmen of the Year Candidates from the 133rd Airlift Wing, gain insights into the Simultaneous Membership Program from a University of Minnesota Twin Cities alumnus, and receive the latest updates from the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers. Guests include:
- MSgt Nicole Hetland – 133rd Airlift Wing
- MSgt Jesse Maleski – 133rd Airlift Wing
- 2LT Jake Haefner – United States Army
- Josh Beninga – Minnesota Association of County Veteran Service Officers
This week, we’ll be discussing alcohol use with the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, reflecting on the Beyond the Yellow Ribbon’s accomplishments in 2024 and their goals for 2025, and receive an update from our Command Senior Enlisted Leader. Guests include:
- Megan Welu – Minneapolis VA Health Care System
- Taylor Kristoffe-Jones – Beyond the Yellow Ribbon
- CCM Lisa Erikson – Minnesota National Guard
This week, we are excited to present our annual “Year in Review” event, featuring special appearances by the Director of the Minneapolis VA Health Care System and Governor Tim Walz. This event will provide insightful reflections on the past year’s achievements, challenges, and future plans for Veterans in Minnesota. Guests include:
- Director Patrick Kelly – Minneapolis VA Health Care System
- Governor Tim Walz – State of Minnesota
This week we have our Annual Chaplin’s Christmas Show with four Chaplains from the Minnesota National Guard to discuss ministering to our troops and their families as well as a special Christmas Message/Prayer. Guests include:
- Ch Buddy Winn – Minnesota National Guard
- Ch Stephanie Christoffels – Minnesota National Guard
- Ch Michael Rivera – Minnesota National Guard
- Ch Keith Beckwith – Minnesota National Guard
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