Entries by Ryan

Military Saves & New Vet Outreach

This week, just in time for tax season, we get financial advise from a military money expert and we hear how the Minneapolis VA is reaching out to the latest generation of veterans. Also, we’ll find out why VA claims in Minnesota will now take longer to file. Guests include: Craig Hovland from Beyond the […]

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Minnesota’s Marine Law Enforcers

This week we find out about the Minnesota Marine Reserve unit 4th Law Enforcement Battalion,  and get an update on what’s going on with The Vietnam Veteran’s of America. This weeks guests include: Marine Sgt. Maj. Anthony J. Easton, 4th Law Enforcement Battalion Mark Madsen, Minnesota State Council President, Vietnam Veteran’s of America Tim Leonhardt, Minnesota Patriot Guard

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Tracing the Red Bulls from WWII to Today

This week we trace the path of the Red Bulls though Ireland, North Africa and Italy during World War II with a man who experienced it. We’ll also hear about the division’s more recent history and future with it’s current commanding general. Guests include: Lyle Bonkrud Brig. Gen. Neal Loidolt, commanding general of the 34th […]

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Minneapolis VA & Joining Forces

This week we’ll see how organizations across the state are “Joining Forces” to support the troops and we’ll meet the new director of the Minneapolis VA. Guests include: Patrick J. Kelly of the Minneapolis VA Annette Kuyper, Army Maj. John Wisniewski and Command Sgt. Maj. Cindy Kallberg of the Minnesota National Guard    

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A Look Ahead at the New Year

This week, we take a look back at the year that was and forward toward what’s to come in this new year for both the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs and Minnesota National Guard. Guests include: Minnesota’s Adjutant General Maj. Gen. Rick Nash Commissioner Larry Shellito

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