Shoot for the Troops and MN Patriot Guard

This week we feature Shoot for the Troops – a dedicated nonprofit fueling aid for service members, veterans, and their families. Listen to insights from its president (a Minnesota Army National Guard Colonel), the Veteran Resilience Project’s executive director on transformative trauma care, and Wilson Tool International – USA’s global VP of innovation and technology on impactful corporate philanthropy. Guests include:

This week we are recorded live at the Minnesota State Fair, features inspiring insights from the Minnesota National Guard’s leadership on service, recruitment, and veteran benefits. From the first female field artillery warrant officer to the future of the Guard, this episode is a must listen! Guests include:

Military Appreciation Day at the Minnesota State Fair 2025

This week, we’re recorded live from the Minnesota State Fair with our co-host, the Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs. We kick off with the MDVA Chief of Staff providing an overview of the department. We’ll also dive into a Veteran apprenticeship program with Building Strong Communities and meet with leaders from the Minnesota Military and Veterans Museum to discuss construction updates and the relocation of the USS Ward gun, commemorating the 80th anniversary of WWII’s end. Guests include:

Ribs for the Ribbon and VA Vaccine Insights

This week: Dive into the Ribs for the Ribbon event from Big Lake Beyond the Yellow Ribbon, chat with the Minneapolis VA Health Care System about flu and COVID vaccines. Guests include:

 

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The 16th Annual MMFF Golf Classic

This week, we’re recorded live from the 16th Annual Minnesota Military Family Foundation Golf Classic. Join us as we speak with MMFF leadership and board members, and connect with the Chanhassen American Legion Post 580 and Volunteers for American Veterans to explore how their golf events support the MMFF. Guests include: