Entries by Ryan

2025 Veterans Day in Mankato & USMC 250th Anniversary

This week on Minnesota Military Radio, we sit down with the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs to preview the Official 2025 State Veterans Day Celebration in Mankato. Then, hear from the MCL-Dept of Minnesota as they mark 250 years of the USMC and invite you to their November 15 cake-cutting celebration. Guests include: Dave Bellefeuille […]

Honoring Veterans and First Responders

This week, Minnesota Military Radio delivers an inspiring episode celebrating the service and sacrifice of veterans and first responders. Hosted by a retired Command Sergeant Major, the show features a conversation with the keynote speaker for Minnesota’s Veterans Day event in Mankato and insights from members of the Minneapolis Fire Inspection Services Division, a Beyond […]

VA, DAV & Second Harvest: Ending Food Insecurity for MN Vets

This week we discuss the Minnesota Veterans Pantry co-hosted with the director of Center For Development & Civic Engagement, we meet with leadership from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, Second Harvest Heartland, DAV Department of Minnesota, and Community Resource & Referral Center to learn how the Veterans Food Pantry is going and where it […]

DAV & MACV: Honoring Veterans

This week, we sit down with the DAV Department of Minnesota Commander to explore their 100-year legacy, time capsule, and essential veteran transportation program. Plus, the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans shares their mission to end veteran homelessness and details on the Winter Salute event! Guests include: Commander John Walker – DAV Department of Minnesota […]

Navigating Navy Opportunities and Honoring Heroes

This week, we sit down with the Commanding Officer of NTAG Northern Plains and the U.S. Navy ROTC Scholarship Coordinator to explore exciting Navy career opportunities and the ROTC program. Plus, hear the latest from the MN Patriot Guard. Guests include: Cmdr. Mark Rittenhouse – NTAG Northern Plains Chief James Herkenhoff –  Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps  […]