Entries by Ryan

2013 Norwegian Troop Exchange

This week, what does it take to train for extreme winter warfare? Soldiers from the Norwegian Army will join us in-studio to tell us about their unique 40 yearlong partnership with the Minnesota National Guard. We’ll also call our troops now training in Norway and the volunteers with Serving our Troops. Guests include: Army Capt. […]

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Women in WWII & The Marine Corps League

This week, as the military opens combat jobs to women, we’ll meet with a World War Two veteran who led the way for today’s women and we’ll get the latest from our friends in the Marin Corps league. Guests include: Ann Quarmstrom, a WWII Veteran Mel Roiger of the Marine Corps League Command Sgt. Maj. Cindy […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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.

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