Entries by Ryan

POW: Returning from Vietnam

This week, 40 years after the return of our Vietnam POWs, we look back at the journey of survival made by hundreds of American veterans. Guests include: Gen. John Vessey, the 10th Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and Presidential Emissary to Hanoi Col. Jerry Driscoll, surviver of Hoa Lo Prison John Hubbel, author […]

Women in Combat Jobs & Financial Assistance

This week, as the Department of Defense lifts restrictions on women in combat jobs, we’ll find out how this historic change effects Minnesota’s service members. We’ll also talk about the financial resources available to help today’s troops. Guests Include: Lt. Col. Matt Vatter and Staff Sgt. Andrea Drost of the Minnesota National Guard Lisa McClain […]

Tell My Sons & The Legionnaire

This week, Lt. Col. Mark Weber shares his incredible story of resilience as he faces what could be his final battle, stage four cancer. We’ll also talk with Al Zdon, editor of Minnesota’s Legionnaire and author of ‘War Stories: Accounts of Minnesotans Who Defended Their Nation’ Volumes I & II.

Vietnam Veterans of America and 148th Fighter Wing Deployment

This week we learn about the Vietnam Veterans of America Minnesota State Council and we hear about the recent deployment of the 148th Fighter Wing, Minnesota National Guards latest deployment. Guests include: President Mark D. Madsen,  Minnesota State Council Vietnam Veterans of America Inc.  Lt. Col. Chris Blomquist, 148th Fighter Wing

Veteran Wildlife Project & Military Kids Toolkit

This week we discover the programs available to help the children of today’s Servicemembers and we’ll hear about our state’s Veterans Wildlife Program. Guests include: Joe Duggan of Pheasants Forever Capt. Mary Belinski and Laura Groenewig from Beyond the Yellow Ribbon