Entries by Ryan

The Commissioning of the U.S.S. Minnesota

This week, we take you to Norfolk Naval Station, Virginia for the commissioning of the Navy’s newest and most technologically advanced vessel, the U.S.S. Minnesota. We share an exclusive interview with the Secretary of the Navy, talk with the boat’s leaders and take you on an audio tour of the boat (photos). Guests include: Secretary of […]

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Minnesota’s National Guard at the State Fair

This week we’re recording live at the Minnesota State Fair during Military Appreciation Day. We’ll talk about the latest news from the Minnesota National Guard and Beyond the Yellow Ribbon. Guests include: Minnesota’s Adjutant General, Maj. Gen. Rick Nash Annette Kuyper from Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Charles McLaurin and Mike Evans of USAA

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Minnesota G.I. Bill & Veterans Affairs

This week, we record live at the Minnesota State Fair during Military Appreciation Day. We’ll be talking about recent changes to Minnesota’s G.I. Bill and other education benefits and we’ll hear the latest from our Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs. Guests include: Reggie Worlds and David Bellefeuille of the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

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Congressman Tim Walz & Camp Ripley Open House

This week U.S. Congressman Tim Walz joins us to talk about sequestration, furloughs, the clearing the VA claims backlog and improving rural healthcare. Also, Camp Ripley Post Commander, Army Col. Scott St. Sauver and Command Sgt. Maj. Michael Worden join us to discover the upcoming Camp Ripley Open House. We’ll also hear about upcoming changes to […]

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2013 Minnesota Military Family Golf Classic

This week we’re recording live at 3M’s Tartan Park during the 2013 Minnesota Military Family Foundation’s Golf Classic. Guests include: Air Force Brig. Gen. Bob Cayton, Army Lt. Col. Matt Vatter, Army Chaplain (Maj.) Buddy Winn and Sgt. 1st Class Osvaldo Carbajal of the Minnesota National Guard Chuck Haas of Hugo’s Yellow Ribbon Network Bill Popp and Army Maj. Gen. […]

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