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Minnesota Military Radio

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Dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those who serve, Veterans and their families, Minnesota Military Radio brings you the latest news from Minnesota's proud military community including; the Minnesota National Guard, Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, Beyond the Yellow Ribbon and the Minneapolis VA. Whether it's the latest on veterans' benefits, historic stories of service or how you can help our troops and their families, this is your best source to stay up to speed.

With a team of producers from the Minnesota National Guard, Department of Veterans Affairs, and Minneapolis V.A., volunteer host and Vietnam veteran Tom Lyons strives to inform and entertain listeners in this weekly syndicated radio show and podcast.

Through captivating, historic interviews with veterans of all eras, we also endeavor to preserve their stories of heroism before they are forgotten.

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Episodes

Minnesota Paralyzed Veterans and VA Chaplaincy

April 20, 2024 12:00 - 19 MB

This week we get an update from the Minnesota Paralyzed Veterans of America and meet with the a Public Affairs Officer and the Chief Chaplain from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Guests include: Todd Kemery – Minnesota Paralyzed Veterans of America Ch. Daniel Young – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Melanie Nelson – Minneapolis […] The post Minnesota Paralyzed Veterans and VA Chaplaincy appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

Veterans Day on the Hill 2024

April 13, 2024 12:00 - 19.2 MB

This week we discuss the upcoming Veterans Day on the Hill co-hosted by the Legislative Director of the DAV Department of Minnesota with special guests from the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers. Guest include: Co-Host Trent Dilks – Disabled American Veterans, Department of Minnesota Kristy Janigo – Minnesota Association of County Veteran Service […] The post Veterans Day on the Hill 2024 appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

Whole Health and Month of the Military Child

April 06, 2024 12:00 - 19.2 MB

This week we meet with the Chief Wellness Officer at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System to discuss Whole Health, learn about Month of the Military Child from Beyond the Yellow Ribbon, and get an update from our Senior Enlisted Leader. Guests include: Kelly Petska – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Joy Luedeman – Beyond […] The post Whole Health and Month of the Military Child appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

SOAR Program and DAV of Minnesota

March 30, 2024 12:00 - 19.3 MB

This week we meet with Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs and learn about their SOAR program to help at-risk Veterans, learn about a new Veterans Food Shelf with the DAV Department of Minnesota, and get an update from the MN Patriot Guard. Guests include: Kal Johnson – Minnesota Department of Veteran Affairs Stephen “Butch” Whitehead […] The post SOAR Program and DAV of Minnesota appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

MNNG Youth Camp and Marine Corps League

March 23, 2024 12:00 - 19.2 MB

This week, we learn about the Minnesota National Guard Youth Camp, meet with the Marine Corps League – Department of Minnesota and get an update from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Guests include: Rich Kemp – Minnesota National Guard Youth Camp Lindsay Koolmo – Minnesota National Guard Youth Camp Commandant Andrew McCormack – Marine […] The post MNNG Youth Camp and Marine Corps League appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

Spring Emergency Preparedness

March 16, 2024 12:00 - 19.3 MB

This week we host our annual Spring Preparedness Show with leadership from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers St. Paul District, Minnesota Homeland Security and Emergency Management and the Minnesota National Guard. We also get an update from the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers. Guests include: Jim Rand – U.S. Army Corps of […] The post Spring Emergency Preparedness appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

Celebrating our Women Veterans and Leaders

March 09, 2024 13:00 - 19.3 MB

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MNNG Cyber Coordination Cell and MAC-V Update

March 02, 2024 13:00 - 19.2 MB

This week we meet with members of the Minnesota National Guard’s Cyber Coordination Cell, discuss the ongoing mission with the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans and get an update from the Director of the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Guests include: LTC Brian Morgan – Minnesota National Guard 2LT Nicollette Weis – Minnesota National Guard […] The post MNNG Cyber Coordination Cell and MAC-V Update appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

The Eagle Group of MN and Jewish War Veterans

February 24, 2024 13:00 - 19.2 MB

This week we learn about the mission of the Eagle Group of Minnesota Veterans, meet with the Commander of the JWVMN and get an update from the MN Patriot Guard. Guests include: Brad Doboszenski – The Eagle Group of Minnesota Veterans Alan Hill – The Eagle Group of Minnesota Veterans Commander Stewart Mednick – Jewish […] The post The Eagle Group of MN and Jewish War Veterans appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

MNNG Community Relations and MDVA Claims

February 17, 2024 13:00 - 15.6 MB

This week we meet with a Community Relations Officer for the Minnesota National Guard, discuss Veteran Benefits and Field Operations with the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs and get an update from the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers. Guests include: Capt. Kristin Ohrt – Minnesota National Guard Todd Kubinski – Minnesota Department of […] The post MNNG Community Relations and MDVA Claims appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

Veteran Survivor Benefits and MnDOT Becoming a Yellow Ribbon Organization

February 10, 2024 13:00 - 19.1 MB

This week we discuss Veteran Survivor Benefits with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, learn about Minnesota Department of Transportation becoming a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon organization and get an update from our Senior Enlisted Leader. Guests include: Isaac Lundquist – U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs Jon Solberg – Minnesota Department of Transportation Karin Van Dyck […] The post Veteran Survivor Benefits and MnDOT Becoming a Yellow Ribbon Organization appeared first on Minnesota Mil...

Commander of the 179th and State Veterans Homes

February 03, 2024 13:00 - 19.2 MB

  This week we meet with the Commander of the 179th Fighter Squadron, 148th Fighter Wing, get an update on the Three new State Veterans Homes from the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs and have a discussion with the State Captain of the MN Patriot Guard. Guests include: Lt. Col. Grant Brown – 179th Fighter […] The post Commander of the 179th and State Veterans Homes appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

Commanding General of the 34th ID and Veteran Legislation

January 27, 2024 13:00 - 19.1 MB

This week we meet with the Commanding General of the 34th Red Bull Infantry Division, discuss Veteran Legislation with the Legislative Director of the DAV Department of Minnesota and get an update from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Guests include: MG Charles Kemper – 34th Red Bull Infantry Division Legislative Director Trent Dilks – […] The post Commanding General of the 34th ID and Veteran Legislation appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

NOREX 2024 and a Look Back at the 50th Anniversary of NOREX

January 20, 2024 13:00 - 28 MB

This week we meet with some Host Families for the Minnesota National Guard’s 51st Norwegian Reciprocal Troop Exchange (NOREX) and look back at our trip to Norway in 2023 for the 50th anniversary of NOREX. The exchange, which started in 1974, is the U.S.’s longest continuous bilateral military and cultural exchange, bringing Norwegian service members […] The post NOREX 2024 and a Look Back at the 50th Anniversary of NOREX appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

Minneapolis VA ALS Clinic and BTYR Farmington

January 13, 2024 13:00 - 19.4 MB

This week we meet with a Doctor from the ALS Clinic at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, catch up with the Farmington Yellow Ribbon Network and get an update from our Command Senior Enlisted Leader. Guests include: Ezgi Tiryaki – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Doug Tauber – Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Farmington CMSgt. […] The post Minneapolis VA ALS Clinic and BTYR Farmington appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

MNNG and VA Year in Review

January 06, 2024 13:00 - 28.4 MB

This week, we take a look back at the year that was and forward toward what’s to come in this new year for the Minnesota National Guard and Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Guests include: MG Shawn Manke – Minnesota National Guard Director Patrick Kelly – Minneapolis VA Health Care System The post MNNG and VA Year in Review appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

MDVA and Commander In Chief Year in Review

December 30, 2023 13:00 - 19 MB

This week we take a look back at the year that was and forward toward what’s to come in this new year for the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs and State of Minnesota. Guests include: Commissioner Brad Lindsay – Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Governor Tim Walz – State of Minnesota   The post MDVA and Commander In Chief Year in Review appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

Annual Chaplains Christmas Show

December 23, 2023 13:00 - 19.2 MB

This week we host our annual Chaplains Christmas Show co-hosted with a Colonel from the Minnesota National Guard, we discuss deployments with a Chaplain from the 682nd Engineer Battalion, learn about preparing for deployment with a Chaplain from the 34th Red Bull Infantry Division and finish with a special Christmas message/prayer. Guests include: Ch. Col. […] The post Annual Chaplains Christmas Show appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

Commanders Task Force Holiday Show

December 16, 2023 13:00 - 19.1 MB

This week we host our annual Commanders Task Force Holiday Show. We hear from the Commanders of these Veterans Service Organizations: Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Minnesota, JWVMN, American Legion Department of Minnesota, DAV Department of Minnesota and Minnesota Paralyzed Veterans of America. Guests include: Commander Dan Meyer – Veterans of Foreign Wars Department […] The post Commanders Task Force Holiday Show appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

VA Volunteering and Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Year in Review

December 09, 2023 13:00 - 19.2 MB

This week we learn about Volunteering from the Director of the Center for Development & Civic Engagement at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, meet with the Beyond the Yellow Ribbon and discuss the highlights of 2023 and what’s to come in 2024 and get an update from our Senior Enlisted Leader. Guests include: Rachel […] The post VA Volunteering and Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Year in Review appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

Military & Veterans Legislation and Girls Rock Wings

December 02, 2023 13:00 - 19.2 MB

This week we discuss Minnesota Military and Veteran Legislation with Congressman Tom Emmer, learn about the 148th Fighter Wing at the Girls Rock Wings event in Atlanta and get an update from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Guests include: Rep. Tom Emmer – U.S. House of Representatives  MSgt Lindsay Koolmo – 148th Fighter Wing […] The post Military & Veterans Legislation and Girls Rock Wings appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

Federal Philanthropy and Patriot Guard Leadership

November 25, 2023 13:00 - 19.2 MB

This week we meet with Federal Premium and learn about their philanthropy and community involvement, in the second half of our show we talk about leadership changes at the MN Patriot Guard. Guests include: Dennis Angell – Federal Ammunition Jason Nash – Federal Ammunition Jared Kutney – Federal Ammunition Craig Ugland – Minnesota Patriot Guard […] The post Federal Philanthropy and Patriot Guard Leadership appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

133rd Airlift Wing and DEIA at the MDVA

November 18, 2023 13:00 - 19.2 MB

This week we meet with the command team at the 133rd Airlift Wing, learn about the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA) Program at the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs and get an update from the Command Senior Enlisted Leader of the Minnesota National Guard. Guests include: Col. Jesse Carlson – 133rd Airlift Wing CMSgt […] The post 133rd Airlift Wing and DEIA at the MDVA appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

Diabetes Awareness and Isanti County BTYR

November 11, 2023 13:00 - 19.2 MB

This week we discuss Diabetes Awareness with the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, get an update from the Beyond the Yellow Ribbon – Isanti County and meet the new Executive Director of the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers. Guests include: Amy Stanwood – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Carol Ann Smith – Isanti […] The post Diabetes Awareness and Isanti County BTYR appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

Veterans Day in Minnesota

November 04, 2023 12:00 - 19.2 MB

This week we discuss Veterans Day in Minnesota with the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, learn about a Native American’s perspective on Veterans Day from a Master Sargent in the Minnesota National Guard and get an update from the MN Patriot Guard. Guests include: Dave Bellefeuille – Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Beth Barstow – […] The post Veterans Day in Minnesota appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

Drevnick Memorial Fund and Paralyzed Veterans of America

October 28, 2023 12:00 - 18.8 MB

This week, we learn about the Daniel Drevnick Memorial Fund, meet with the Minnesota Paralyzed Veterans of America and get an update from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Guests include: Ken Drevnick – Daniel Drevnick Memorial Fund Julie Drevnick – Daniel Drevnick Memorial Fund Todd Kemery – Minnesota Paralyzed Veterans of America Sandra Roy […] The post Drevnick Memorial Fund and Paralyzed Veterans of America appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

State Veteran Cemeteries and 204th Medical Company

October 21, 2023 12:00 - 19.1 MB

This week we learn about the Minnesota State Veteran Cemeteries from the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, meet with leadership at the 204th Medical Company Area Support and get an update from the MN Patriot Guard. Guests include: Dave Swantek – Deputy Director of Memorial Affairs Maj. Jakob Reding – 204th Medical Company Area Support […] The post State Veteran Cemeteries and 204th Medical Company appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

Breast Cancer Awareness and Meals from the Heart

October 14, 2023 12:00 - 19.6 MB

This week we learn about Breast Cancer Awareness and Screening from the Women Veterans Program Manager at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, hear the story of a 2-time Breast Cancer Survivor who is also the Community Outreach Coordinator for Beyond the Yellow Ribbon, learn how Meals From The Heart is impacting our local communities […] The post Breast Cancer Awareness and Meals from the Heart appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

Minnesota Military Radio 700th Show

October 07, 2023 12:00 - 18.7 MB

This week we have recorded our 700th show live from the Minneapolis VA Medical Center. We discuss construction, specialty clinics and PACT act with the Director of the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, meet with the Veterans Benefits Administration Regional Director and listen to a special interview with the Secretary of the U.S. Department of […] The post Minnesota Military Radio 700th Show appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

A Gold Star Son and New VFW Commander

September 30, 2023 12:00 - 19.5 MB

This week we learn about a special proclamation from the Adjutant General, hear the story of Gold Star Son Rep. Dean Phillips, meet with the new Commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Minnesota and get an update from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Guests include: Rep. Dean Phillps – United States […] The post A Gold Star Son and New VFW Commander appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

MDVA Suicide Prevention and ESGR Patriot Award

September 23, 2023 12:00 - 19.2 MB

This week we discuss Minnesota Veteran Suicide Prevention with the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, meet with a Minnesota Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Patriot Award Recipient and get an update from the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers. Guests include: Kristi Stites – Minnesota Department of Veteran Affairs Keysta […] The post MDVA Suicide Prevention and ESGR Patriot Award appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

September 16, 2023 12:00 - 19.3 MB

This week we discuss Suicide Prevention and Community Engagement with the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, learn about the Minnesota National Guard’s Integrated Primary Prevention Workforce and get an update from our Senior Enlisted Leader. Guests include: Julia Pawlenty – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Andrea Perry – Minneapolis VA Health Care System LTC Jolene […] The post Suicide Prevention Awareness Month appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

National Guard at the Minnesota State Fair

September 09, 2023 12:00 - 28.9 MB

This week we discuss all things Military Appreciation Day at the Minnesota State Fair with the director of the Army National Guard and Adjutant General of the Minnesota National Guard and meet with the Commander of the The Red Bull Band – 34th Infantry Division. Guests include: LTG Jon Jensen – Director of the Army […] The post National Guard at the Minnesota State Fair appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

MDVA at the Minnesota State Fair

September 02, 2023 12:00 - 38.3 MB

This week we are recorded live from Military Appreciation Day at the Minnesota State Fair. We discuss the State of Veterans Affairs in Minnesota with the Governor, meet with the interim Commissioner at the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs and get updates about Veteran legislation, Veterans Cemeteries and Homes and Veteran Education. Guests include: Gov. […] The post MDVA at the Minnesota State Fair appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

The Great Minnesota Get Together

August 26, 2023 12:00 - 38.4 MB

This week we talk about the history of Military Appreciation Day at the Minnesota State Fair with the Minnesota National Guard, learn about employer outreach with Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve, discuss Veterans Benefits with the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and get an update from the Minnesota Association […] The post The Great Minnesota Get Together appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

Food Insecurity and Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Ryan Companies

August 19, 2023 12:00 - 19.1 MB

This week we discuss Food Insecurity with the Veterans Health Education Coordinator at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, learn about Ryan Companies US, Inc. becoming a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon company and get an update from our Command Senior Enlisted Leader. Guests include: Sara Shoen – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Bill Scherling – […] The post Food Insecurity and Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Ryan Companies appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

The 14th Annual Minnesota Military Family Foundation Golf Classic

August 12, 2023 12:00 - 28.9 MB

This week we are recorded live from the 14th Annual Minnesota Military Family Foundation Golf Classic. We discuss the Minnesota Military Family Foundation with 3 board members, learn about Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans, meet our event host Bunker Hills Golf Club (Coon Rapids, MN) and discuss the MMFF with Sponsor Anderson Engineering of Minnesota […] The post The 14th Annual Minnesota Military Family Foundation Golf Classic appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

Fisher House and New Legion Commander

August 05, 2023 12:00 - 19.1 MB

This week we learn about the Minneapolis VA Health Care System’s Fisher House, meet the new Commander of the American Legion Department of Minnesota and get a Pact Act update from the Press Secretary of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Guests include: Kim Bhim – Fisher House/Minneapolis VA Health Care System Paul Hassing – […] The post Fisher House and New Legion Commander appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

210th EIS and Scholarships for Veterans and Families

July 29, 2023 12:00 - 19.2 MB

This week we meet with the 210th Engineering Installation Squad returning from deployment, learn about Veterans Scholarships from the Think GREAT Foundation and Folds of Honor, and get an update from the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers. Guests include: Alan Kroth – 210th Engineering Installation Squad Brandon Wortham – 210th Engineering Installation Squad […] The post 210th EIS and Scholarships for Veterans and Families appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

Yellow Ribbon Ribfest and Warrior to Citizen

July 22, 2023 12:00 - 18.4 MB

  This week we honor the life of Army Sergeant and Fargo Police Officer Jake Wallin, learn about the Beyond the Yellow Ribbon’s Minnesota Building Trades Ribfest, and meet with the Central Minnesota Warrior to Citizen program. Guests include: Joe Fowler – Yellow Ribbon Ribfest Anita Harris – Central Minnesota Warrior to Citizen The post Yellow Ribbon Ribfest and Warrior to Citizen appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

PACT Act Update and National Guard Education Benefits

July 15, 2023 12:00 - 57.3 MB

This week we get a PACT Act Update from the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, learn about Education Benefits from the Minnesota National Guard and meet with the MN Patriot Guard. Guests include: Charles Martin – VA Benefits Administration  Miranda Williams – Minnesota National Guard Doug Bley – Minnesota Patriot Guard The post PACT Act Update and National Guard Education Benefits appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

Commanders Task Force and Shoot for the Troops

July 08, 2023 12:00 - 29 MB

This week we meet with the Commanders Task Force, learn about the upcoming Shoot for the Troops event and get and update from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Guests include: Mick Aguirre – Commanders Task Force Ed Suarez – Shoot for the Troops Director Patrick Kelly – Minneapolis VA Health Care System https://minnesotamilitaryradiohour.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/2023-07-06-MMR.mp3 The post Commanders Task Force and Shoot for the Troops appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

Deputy Commissioner at MDVA and Camp Ripley Update

July 01, 2023 12:00 - 19.2 MB

This week we meet with the new Deputy Commissioner of Healthcare at the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, talk with the Senior Commander from Camp Ripley and get an update from the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers. Guests … Continue reading → The post Deputy Commissioner at MDVA and Camp Ripley Update appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

Limb Loss Awareness and BTYR Pine City

June 24, 2023 12:30 - 19.2 MB

This week we learn about Limb Loss Awareness from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, meet with Pine City Beyond the Yellow Ribbon and get an update from our Senior Enlisted Advisor. Guests include: Dr. Molly Matsumoto – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Jada Osterdyk – Pine City Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Wendy Lindahl – […] The post Limb Loss Awareness and BTYR Pine City appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

Veteran Legislation and Changes at Minnesota Military Radio

June 17, 2023 12:00 - 19.2 MB

This week we discuss Veterans Legislation with a member of the Minnesota House of Representatives, discuss the Past, Present and Future of Minnesota Military Radio and get an update from the MN Patriot Guard. Guests include: Rep. Jerry Newton – Minnesota House of Representatives Tom Lyons – Minnesota Military Radio Tim Leonhardt – Minnesota Patriot […] The post Veteran Legislation and Changes at Minnesota Military Radio appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

MDVA Legislation and New DAV Commander

June 10, 2023 12:00 - 19.2 MB

This week we get a Legislative Update from the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, meet the new Commander of the DAV Department of Minnesota and get an update from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Guests include: Ben Johnson – Minnesota Department of Veteran Affairs Commander Ellsworth Fields – Disabled American Veterans, Department of Minnesota […] The post MDVA Legislation and New DAV Commander appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

148th Fighter Wing and MNNG Youth Camp

June 03, 2023 12:00 - 19.2 MB

This week we meet with the Commander of the 148th Fighter Wing, learn about the Minnesota National Guard Youth Camp and get an update from the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers. Guests include: Col. Nathan Aysta – 148th Fighter Wing Rich Kemp – Minnesota National Guard Youth Camp Marty Howes – Minnesota Association […] The post 148th Fighter Wing and MNNG Youth Camp appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

Memorial Day Live 2023

May 29, 2023 17:26 - 67.4 MB

This morning we are live for Memorial Day from 6-9 AM covering the events happening across the state to honor our fallen. Guests and special co-hosts include: Hour 1 Chaplain (Col.) Buddy Winn, Minnesota National Guard Doug Bley, Minnesota’s Patriot Guard Marshall Murphy, Ft. Snelling National Cemetery Chaplain (2nd Lt.) Isaiah Bai, Minnesota National Guard […] The post Memorial Day Live 2023 appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

Mental Health Month and Making Connections

May 27, 2023 12:00 - 19.2 MB

This week we discuss Mental Health Awareness Month at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, learn how Beyond the Yellow Ribbon company Minnesota Department of Natural Resources supports the Military Community and get an update from our Senior Enlisted Advisor, Army. Guests include: Molly Smith – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Kacie Stanek – Minnesota […] The post Mental Health Month and Making Connections appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

133rd Airlift Wing and Minnesota State Veterans Cemeteries

May 20, 2023 12:00 - 19.2 MB

This week we meet the new Commander of the 133rd Airlift Wing, talk about the State Veterans Cemeteries with the Deputy Director for Memorial Affairs at the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs and get an update from the MN Patriot Guard. Guests include: Col. Jesse Carlson – 133rd Airlift Wing David Swantek – Minnesota Department […] The post 133rd Airlift Wing and Minnesota State Veterans Cemeteries appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.