Entries by Ryan

The Mission Continues & Month of the Military Child

This week,  just back from a trip to Iraq, Lt. Col. Mark Weber tells us about his remarkable journey with ‘The Mission Continues‘ and we’ll find out what ‘Month of the Military Child’ means here in Minnesota. Guests include: Lt. Col. (Ret.) Mark Weber Laura Groeneweg & Amber Greely of the Minnesota National Guard Kianna Kelii  & […]

The Patriot Ride & Eagle’s Healing Nest

This week we’ll hear about employers across the state who are supporting our guard and reserve troops and how the Eagle’s Healing Nest is helping veterans overcome the invisible wounds of war.  We’ll also get and update on this year’s upcoming Patriot Ride. Guests include: Jim Mitchell of Minnesota’s ESGR Melony Butler of the Eagle’s Healing […]

Military Order of the Purple Heart & Navigating the Skies of WWII

This week, we fly the skies of Europe during World War II with former B17 Bomber Navigator Bob Clemons and we’ll discover Minnesota’s Military Order of the Purple Heart with Mark Browne. (listen)  

Visiting Hurricane Sandy, Talking with the Doc & Guiding Veterans

This week we’ll talk to the new Minnesota National Guard Air Force Surgeon General, find out about a local Airman’s volunteering efforts to Hurricane Sandy and another great service for Veterans. Guests include: Minnesota Air Force Surgeon General Dr. (Col.) David Hamlar TSgt. Rebecca Tongen, 133rd Airlift Wing Tony Tengwall of  Wounded Warriors Guide Service (listen)

Veterans on the Hill & Fort Snelling’s Traveling Chaplain

This week we’ll discover the story of Fort Snelling’s traveling chaplain and find out how you can help pass veteran friendly legislation. Guests include: Lee Ulferts, Commander of Minnesota’s VFW 1st Lt. Tara Robertson from Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Rev. Dr. Kenneth L. Beale, Jr. of the Fort Snelling Chapel (listen)