The OK Guard Show

Recruiter's Corner September 2020 Sep 17, 2020

Welcome to a special edition of The OK Guard Show where we sit down with Capt. Christopher Buck and SFC Lori Smith with the Oklahoma National Guard Recruiting and Retention Battalion to talk about the great incentives being offered to people who are looking to join or continue their career in the Oklahoma Army National Guard as an officer or enlisted Soldier. Please note that all incentives offered in this podcast are subject to change and are not guaranteed beyond the expiration of the offer.

Remember, you are not alone. There is always someone in your corner, so if you’re having thoughts of suicide or know someone who is, reach out to someone for help and #BeThere.

Resources:

Go Guard Oklahoma: https://goguardok.com/

Oklahoma National Guard Recruiting and Retention Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OKGUARDRECRUITING

Oklahoma National Guard Recruiting and Retention - Commissioned Officer Management Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NationalGuardOfficersOK/

Army National Guard: https://nationalguard.com/

OKGuard app - https://ok.ng.mil/app

211Oklahoma.org

Military Crisis Line: 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Press 1

For counseling: www.militaryonesource.mil

DoD Be There: 1-844-357-PEER (7337) or text: 1-480-360-6188

Send text to 838255 or visit www.veteranscrisisline.net

Support for deaf/difficulty hearing: TTY: 1-800-799-4889

Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255

To listen to our previous episodes, visit:

https://ok.ng.mil/okguardshow

Credits:

Show Guest:

Capt. Christopher Buck

SFC Lori Smith

Written & Hosted by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Video & Audio Edited by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Studio & Sound Design by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Graphic Design by

Leslie Donnelly

Camera Operator

SSG Brian Schroeder

0500 (The OK Guard Show Theme)

Music written by SGT Collin Ferrell

Performed by the 145th Army Band

SFC Andrew Brooks - Drum Set

SFC Gene Morrison - Trombone

SGT Hector Lopez - Guitar

SGT Justin Stanton - Electric Bass

SGT Leon Williams - Baritone Saxophone

SGT Collin Ferrell - Alto Saxophone

Produced by

SGT Collin Ferrell

Recording Engineers

Evan Drumm and SGT Collin Ferrell

COVID Fatigue Aug 19, 2020

Welcome to episode 27 of ‘The OK Guard Show’! In this episode we invited John Dixon, Oklahoma National Guard behavioral health specialist, back on the show to talk about COVID Fatigue, cognitive dissonance and ways we can all work together to curb stress and anxiety while trying not to “mask” our true feelings.

Remember, you are not alone. There is always someone in your corner, so if you’re having thoughts of suicide or know someone who is, reach out to someone for help and #BeThere.

Resources:

OKGuard app - https://ok.ng.mil/app

211Oklahoma.org

Military Crisis Line: 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Press 1

For counseling: www.militaryonesource.mil

DoD Be There: 1-844-357-PEER (7337) or text: 1-480-360-6188

Send text to 838255 or visit www.veteranscrisisline.net

Support for deaf/difficulty hearing: TTY: 1-800-799-4889

Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255

To listen to our previous episodes, visit:

https://ok.ng.mil/okguardshow

Credits:

Show Guest:

John Dixon

Written & Hosted by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Video & Audio Edited by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Studio & Sound Design by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Graphic Design by

Leslie Donnelly

Camera Operator

SSG Brian Schroeder

0500 (The OK Guard Show Theme)

Music written by SGT Collin Ferrell

Performed by the 145th Army Band

SFC Andrew Brooks - Drum Set

SFC Gene Morrison - Trombone

SGT Hector Lopez - Guitar

SGT Justin Stanton - Electric Bass

SGT Leon Williams - Baritone Saxophone

SGT Collin Ferrell - Alto Saxophone

Produced by

SGT Collin Ferrell

Recording Engineers

Evan Drumm and SGT Collin Ferrell

Family Programs Jul 17, 2020

Welcome to a special edition of ‘The OK Guard Show’! In this episode, we sit down with Clay Fees, Oklahoma National Guard Family Programs director, and talk about the many free services offered to OK Guard members and their families.

*This episode was recorded 11 February 2020, prior to the widespread outbreak of COVID-19 in the U.S. Some opportunities offered by Family Programs have been changed since the recording of this episode. Please contact the Family Programs office for more up-to-date information.

Clay Fees - Family Programs Director

405.228.5599

jason.c.fees2.civ@mail.mil

James Smith - Child and Youth Services Coordinator

405.228.5848

james.h.smith5122.ctr@mail.mil

Lori Gill - Military & Family Readiness Lead

405.228.5389

lori.a.gill2.nfg@mail.mil

Remember, you are not alone. There is always someone in your corner, so if you’re having thoughts of suicide or know someone who is, reach out to someone for help and #BeThere.

Resources:

OKGuard app - https://ok.ng.mil/app

211Oklahoma.org

Military Crisis Line: 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Press 1

For counseling: www.militaryonesource.mil

DoD Be There: 1-844-357-PEER (7337) or text: 1-480-360-6188

Send text to 838255 or visit www.veteranscrisisline.net

Support for deaf/difficulty hearing: TTY: 1-800-799-4889

Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255

To listen to our previous episodes, visit:

https://ok.ng.mil/okguardshow

Credits:

Show Guest:

Clay Fees

Written & Hosted by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Leanna Maschino

Video & Audio Edited by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Studio & Sound Design by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Graphic Design by

Leslie Donnelly

0500 (The OK Guard Show Theme)

Music written by SGT Collin Ferrell

Performed by the 145th Army Band

SFC Andrew Brooks - Drum Set

SFC Gene Morrison - Trombone

SGT Hector Lopez - Guitar

SGT Justin Stanton - Electric Bass

SGT Leon Williams - Baritone Saxophone

SGT Collin Ferrell - Alto Saxophone

Produced by

SGT Collin Ferrell

Recording Engineers

Evan Drumm and SGT Collin Ferrell

Money Matters During COVID-19 Jun 09, 2020

Welcome to another edition of ‘The OK Guard Show’! In this episode, we sit down with Shea Cockrell, Oklahoma National Guard comptroller officer resource manager, to discuss methods on how to stay financially stable during COVID-19.

Remember, you are not alone. There is always someone in your corner, so if you’re having thoughts of suicide or know someone who is, reach out to someone for help and #BeThere.

Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255

Resources:

IRS.gov

Oklahoma National Guard Crisis Services - https://ok.ng.mil/Pages/crisis-services.aspx

OKGuard app - https://ok.ng.mil/app

211Oklahoma.org

Military Crisis Line: 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Press 1

For counseling Military OneSource : www.militaryonesource.mil

DoD Be There: 1-844-357-PEER (7337) or text: 1-480-360-6188

Send text to 838255 or visit Veterans Crisis Line www.veteranscrisisline.net

Support for deaf/difficulty hearing: TTY: 1-800-799-4889

To listen to our previous episodes, visit:

https://ok.ng.mil/okguardshow

Credits:

Show Guest:

Shea Cockrell

Written & Hosted by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Video & Audio Edited by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Studio & Sound Design by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Graphic Design by

Leslie Donnelly

Camera Operator

SSG Brian Schroeder

0500 (The OK Guard Show Theme)

Music written by SGT Collin Ferrell

Performed by the 145th Army Band

SFC Andrew Brooks - Drum Set

SFC Gene Morrison - Trombone

SGT Hector Lopez - Guitar

SGT Justin Stanton - Electric Bass

SGT Leon Williams - Baritone Saxophone

SGT Collin Ferrell - Alto Saxophone

Produced by

SGT Collin Ferrell

Recording Engineers

Evan Drumm and SGT Collin Ferrell

Creating Capeless Superheroes - Master Resiliency Training Program May 29, 2020

Welcome to another edition of ‘The OK Guard Show’! In this episode, we sit down with Master Resiliency Trainers Jamie Vanbeber, director of psychological health with the 138th Fighter Wing, Oklahoma Air National Guard, and Bonnie Smith, sexual assault response coordinator, also with the 138th Fighter Wing, to discuss the Master Resiliency Trainer program, and how the unique set of skills taught in the course gives you the power to overcome all sizes and types of adversities in life. Remember, you are not alone. There is always someone in your corner, so if you’re having thoughts of suicide or know someone who is, reach out to someone for help and #BeThere. Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 Resources: Oklahoma National Guard Crisis Services - https://ok.ng.mil/Pages/crisis-services.aspx OKGuard app - https://ok.ng.mil/app 211Oklahoma.org Military Crisis Line: 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Press 1 For counseling Military OneSource : www.militaryonesource.mil Air Force Integrated Resilience Program- https://www.resilience.af.mil/ U.S. Army Resilience Directorate - https://readyandresilient.army.mil/ University of Pennsylvania Positive Psychology Center - https://ppc.sas.upenn.edu/services/resilience-training-army DoD Be There: 1-844-357-PEER (7337) or text: 1-480-360-6188 Send text to 838255 or visit Veterans Crisis Line www.veteranscrisisline.net Support for deaf/difficulty hearing: TTY: 1-800-799-4889 To listen to our previous episodes, visit: https://ok.ng.mil/okguardshow Credits: Show Guest: Jamie Vanbeber Bonnie Smith Written & Hosted by SSG Brian Schroeder Video & Audio Edited by SSG Brian Schroeder Studio & Sound Design by SSG Brian Schroeder Graphic Design by Leslie Donnelly Camera Operator SSG Brian Schroeder 0500 (The OK Guard Show Theme) Music written by SGT Collin Ferrell Performed by the 145th Army Band SFC Andrew Brooks - Drum Set SFC Gene Morrison - Trombone SGT Hector Lopez - Guitar SGT Justin Stanton - Electric Bass SGT Leon Williams - Baritone Saxophone SGT Collin Ferrell - Alto Saxophone Produced by SGT Collin Ferrell Recording Engineers Evan Drumm and SGT Collin Ferrell

Getting Back to Work and Public Life After COVID-19 Shutdown - Part 3: John Dixon May 22, 2020

Welcome to a special edition of ‘The OK Guard Show’! This is the third of three episodes discussing returning to work and venturing back into public after COVID-19. In this episode, we sit down with John Dixon, Oklahoma National Guard behavioral health specialist, and talk about ways to stay mentally healthy when venturing out in public and returning to work after the COVID-19 shutdown.

Remember, you are not alone. There is always someone in your corner, so if you’re having thoughts of suicide or know someone who is, reach out to someone for help and #BeThere.

Resources:

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html

Oklahoma State Department of Health - https://www.ok.gov/health/

OKGuard app - https://ok.ng.mil/app

211Oklahoma.org

Military Crisis Line: 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Press 1

For counseling: www.militaryonesource.mil

DoD Be There: 1-844-357-PEER (7337) or text: 1-480-360-6188

Send text to 838255 or visit www.veteranscrisisline.net

Support for deaf/difficulty hearing: TTY: 1-800-799-4889

Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255

To listen to our previous episodes, visit:

https://ok.ng.mil/okguardshow

Credits:

Show Guest:

John Dixon

Written & Hosted by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Video & Audio Edited by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Studio & Sound Design by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Graphic Design by

Leslie Donnelly

Kendall James

Camera Operator

SSG Brian Schroeder

0500 (The OK Guard Show Theme)

Music written by SGT Collin Ferrell

Performed by the 145th Army Band

SFC Andrew Brooks - Drum Set

SFC Gene Morrison - Trombone

SGT Hector Lopez - Guitar

SGT Justin Stanton - Electric Bass

SGT Leon Williams - Baritone Saxophone

SGT Collin Ferrell - Alto Saxophone

Produced by

SGT Collin Ferrell

Recording Engineers

Evan Drumm and SGT Collin Ferrell

Getting Back to Work and Public Life After COVID-19 Shutdown - Part 1: Maj. Marr May 21, 2020

Welcome to a special edition of ‘The OK Guard Show’! This is the first of three episodes discussing returning to work and venturing back into public after COVID-19.

In this episode, we sit down with Maj. Andrew Marr, Oklahoma National Guard deputy state surgeon, and talk about ways to protect yourself and others when venturing out in public and dispel several myths about COVID-19.

Resources:

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html

Oklahoma State Department of Health - https://www.ok.gov/health/

OKGuard app - https://ok.ng.mil/app

211Oklahoma.org

Military Crisis Line: 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Press 1

For counseling: www.militaryonesource.mil

DoD Be There: 1-844-357-PEER (7337) or text: 1-480-360-6188

Send text to 838255 or visit www.veteranscrisisline.net

Support for deaf/difficulty hearing: TTY: 1-800-799-4889

Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255

To listen to our previous episodes, visit:

https://ok.ng.mil/okguardshow

Credits:

Show Guest:

Maj. Andrew Marr

Written & Hosted by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Video & Audio Edited by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Studio & Sound Design by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Graphic Design by

Leslie Donnelly

Kendall James

Camera Operator

SSG Brian Schroeder

0500 (The OK Guard Show Theme)

Music written by SGT Collin Ferrell

Performed by the 145th Army Band

SFC Andrew Brooks - Drum Set

SFC Gene Morrison - Trombone

SGT Hector Lopez - Guitar

SGT Justin Stanton - Electric Bass

SGT Leon Williams - Baritone Saxophone

SGT Collin Ferrell - Alto Saxophone

Produced by

SGT Collin Ferrell

Recording Engineers

Evan Drumm and SGT Collin Ferrell

Getting Back to Work and Public Life After COVID-19 Shutdown - Part 1: Brig. Gen. Mancino May 19, 2020

Welcome to a special edition of ‘The OK Guard Show’! This is the first of three episodes discussing returning to work and venturing back into public after COVID-19. In this episode, we sit down with Brig. Gen. Tommy Mancino, assistant adjutant general, executive director of the Oklahoma Military Department and currently leading the Oklahoma Governor’s COVID-19 Solution Task Force for the Oklahoma National Guard, and talk about the Oklahoma National Guard’s response to COVID-19 and what future drill and annual training could look like for the Oklahoma National Guard.

Resources:

OKGuard app - https://ok.ng.mil/app

211Oklahoma.org

Military Crisis Line: 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Press 1

For counseling: www.militaryonesource.mil

DoD Be There: 1-844-357-PEER (7337) or text: 1-480-360-6188

Send text to 838255 or visit www.veteranscrisisline.net

Support for deaf/difficulty hearing: TTY: 1-800-799-4889

Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255

To listen to our previous episodes, visit:

https://ok.ng.mil/okguardshow

Credits:

Show Guest:

Brig. Gen. Tommy Mancino

Written & Hosted by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Video & Audio Edited by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Studio & Sound Design by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Graphic Design by

Leslie Donnelly

Kendall James

Camera Operator

SSG Brian Schroeder

0500 (The OK Guard Show Theme)

Music written by SGT Collin Ferrell

Performed by the 145th Army Band

SFC Andrew Brooks - Drum Set

SFC Gene Morrison - Trombone

SGT Hector Lopez - Guitar

SGT Justin Stanton - Electric Bass

SGT Leon Williams - Baritone Saxophone

SGT Collin Ferrell - Alto Saxophone

Produced by

SGT Collin Ferrell

Recording Engineers

Evan Drumm and SGT Collin Ferrell

From Unemployment to Employment during COVID-19 May 08, 2020

Welcome to a special edition of ‘The OK Guard Show’! In this episode, we discuss the basic ins and outs of filing for unemployment insurance during COVID-19. Then, we sit down with Mike Laird, director of the Oklahoma Military Department Employment Coordination Program, to talk about how to go from unemployed to employed.

Resources:

Oklahoma Employment Security Committee - oes.ok.gov

OKCareerGuide.org

OKJobSearch.com

OKGuard app - https://ok.ng.mil/app

To listen to our previous episodes, visit:

https://ok.ng.mil/okguardshow

Credits:

Show Guest:

Michael Laird

Written & Hosted by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Video & Audio Edited by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Studio & Sound Design by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Graphic Design by

Leslie Donnelly

Kendall James

Camera Operator

SSG Brian Schroeder

0500 (The OK Guard Show Theme)

Music written by SGT Collin Ferrell

Performed by the 145th Army Band

SFC Andrew Brooks - Drum Set

SFC Gene Morrison - Trombone

SGT Hector Lopez - Guitar

SGT Justin Stanton - Electric Bass

SGT Leon Williams - Baritone Saxophone

SGT Collin Ferrell - Alto Saxophone

Produced by

SGT Collin Ferrell

Recording Engineers

Evan Drumm and SGT Collin Ferrell

Spiritual Health and Fitness to Fight COVID-19 Apr 22, 2020

Welcome to a special edition of ‘The OK Guard Show’! In this episode, we sit down with LTC (CH) Davies Vanpool to discuss the importance of spiritual health, how it connects to our mental and physical health and he gives us some tips and tricks on how to stay spiritually fit to fight COVID-19. Remember, you are not alone. There is always someone in your corner, so if you’re having thoughts of suicide or know someone who is, reach out to someone for help and #BeThere.

Resources for becoming a chaplain or connecting with chaplain services:

https://www.nationalguard.com/chaplain https://ok.ng.mil/chaplain https://www.facebook.com/OKNGChaplainsCorps OKGuard app - https://ok.ng.mil/app - Chaplains can be found under Crisis Services 211Oklahoma.org Military Crisis Line: 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Press 1 For counseling: www.militaryonesource.mil DoD Be There: 1-844-357-PEER (7337) or text: 1-480-360-6188 Send text to 838255 or visit www.veteranscrisisline.net Support for deaf/difficulty hearing: TTY: 1-800-799-4889 Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 To listen to our previous episodes, visit: https://ok.ng.mil/okguardshow Credits: Show Guest: LTC (CH) Davies Vanpool Written & Hosted by SSG Brian Schroeder Video & Audio Edited by SSG Brian Schroeder Studio & Sound Design by SSG Brian Schroeder Graphic Design by Leslie Donnelly Kendall James Camera Operator SSG Brian Schroeder 0500 (The OK Guard Show Theme) Music written by SGT Collin Ferrell Performed by the 145th Army Band SFC Andrew Brooks - Drum Set SFC Gene Morrison - Trombone SGT Hector Lopez - Guitar SGT Justin Stanton - Electric Bass SGT Leon Williams - Baritone Saxophone SGT Collin Ferrell - Alto Saxophone Produced by SGT Collin Ferrell Recording Engineers Evan Drumm and SGT Collin Ferrell

Staying Mentally Healthy During COVID-19 Ep. 3 - Patricia Mathes Kerr Apr 10, 2020

Welcome to a special edition of ‘The OK Guard Show’! This is the final episode in a series of three podcasts we will bring you that discuss Maintaining Your Mental Health in the Time of COVID-19. In this episode, we sit down with Patricia Mathes-Kerr, Oklahoma National Guard behavioral health specialist, and talk about mental endurance and perseverance.

Remember, you are not alone. There is always someone in your corner, so if you’re having thoughts of suicide or know someone who is, reach out to someone for help and #BeThere.

Resources:

OKGuard app

211Oklahoma.org

Military Crisis Line: 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Press 1

For counseling: www.militaryonesource.mil

DoD Be There: 1-844-357-PEER (7337) or text: 1-480-360-6188

Send text to 838255 or visit www.veteranscrisisline.net

Support for deaf/difficulty hearing: TTY: 1-800-799-4889

Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255

To listen to our previous episodes, visit:

https://ok.ng.mil/okguardshow

Credits:

Show Guest:

Patricia Mathes-Kerr

Written & Hosted by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Video & Audio Edited by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Studio & Sound Design by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Graphic Design by

Leslie Donnelly

Kendall James

Camera Operator

SSG Brian Schroeder

0500 (The OK Guard Show Theme)

Music written by SGT Collin Ferrell

Performed by the 145th Army Band

SFC Andrew Brooks - Drum Set

SFC Gene Morrison - Trombone

SGT Hector Lopez - Guitar

SGT Justin Stanton - Electric Bass

SGT Leon Williams - Baritone Saxophone

SGT Collin Ferrell - Alto Saxophone

Produced by

SGT Collin Ferrell

Recording Engineers

Evan Drumm and SGT Collin Ferrell

Staying Mentally Healthy During COVID-19 Ep. 2 - John Dixon Apr 08, 2020

Welcome to a special edition of ‘The OK Guard Show’! This is the second in a series of three podcasts we will bring you that discuss Maintaining Your Mental Health in the Time of COVID-19. In this episode, we sit down with John Dixon, Oklahoma National Guard behavioral health specialist, and talk about thought creep.

Remember, you are not alone. There is always someone in your corner, so if you’re having thoughts of suicide or know someone who is, reach out to someone for help and #BeThere.

Resources:

John Dixon - john.d.dixon62.ctr@mail.mil

OKGuard app

211Oklahoma.org

Military Crisis Line: 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Press 1

For counseling: www.militaryonesource.mil

DoD Be There: 1-844-357-PEER (7337) or text: 1-480-360-6188

Send text to 838255 or visit www.veteranscrisisline.net

Support for deaf/difficulty hearing: TTY: 1-800-799-4889

Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255

To listen to our previous episodes, visit:

https://ok.ng.mil/okguardshow

Show Guest:

John Dixon

Written & Hosted by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Video & Audio Edited by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Studio & Sound Design by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Graphic Design by

Leslie Donnelly

Kendall James

Camera Operator

SSG Brian Schroeder

Music by the 145th Army Band

SFC Andrew Brooks - Drum Set

SFC Gene Morrison - Trombone

SGT Hector Lopez - Guitar

SGT Justin Stanton - Electric Bass

SGT Leon Williams - Baritone Saxophone

SGT Collin Ferrell - Alto Saxophone

Produced by SGT Collin Ferrell

Recording Engineers

Evan Drumm and SGT Collin Ferrell

Staying Mentally Healthy During COVID-19 Ep. 1 - Michele Burris Apr 06, 2020

Welcome to a special edition of ‘The OK Guard Show’! This is the first in a series of three podcasts we will bring you that discuss Maintaining Your Mental Health in the Time of COVID-19.

In this episode, we sit down with Michele Burris, Oklahoma National Guard behavioral health specialist, and talk about maintaining your mental health while keeping a healthy social distance. Remember, you are not alone. There is always someone in your corner, so if you’re having thoughts of suicide or know someone who is, reach out to someone for help and #BeThere.

Resources:

OKGuard app 211Oklahoma.org Military Crisis Line: 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Press 1 For counseling: www.militaryonesource.mil DoD Be There: 1-844-357-PEER (7337) or text: 1-480-360-6188 Send text to 838255 or visit www.veteranscrisisline.net Support for deaf/difficulty hearing: TTY: 1-800-799-4889 Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 To listen to our previous episodes, visit: https://ok.ng.mil/okguardshow

Credits:

Show Guest:

Michele Burris

Written & Hosted by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Video & Audio Edited by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Studio & Sound Design by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Graphic Design by

Leslie Donnelly

Kendall James

Camera Operator

SSG Brian Schroeder

Music by the 145th Army Band

SFC Andrew Brooks - Drum Set

SFC Gene Morrison - Trombone

SGT Hector Lopez - Guitar

SGT Justin Stanton - Electric Bass

SGT Leon Williams - Baritone Saxophone

SGT Collin Ferrell - Alto Saxophone

Produced by SGT Collin Ferrell

Recording Engineers

Evan Drumm and SGT Collin Ferrell

Staying Healthy and Preventing the Spread of COVID 19 Mar 17, 2020

'The OK Guard Show' - Episode 13, PSA: Staying Healthy and Preventing the Spread of COVID 19

Amid growing concern about COVID 19, we here at ‘The OK Guard Show’ want to give you a few tips on staying healthy. Our guest is Maj. Drew Marr, deputy state surgeon for the Oklahoma Army National Guard, who provides a wealth of health knowledge and reasons NOT to panic.

Resources:

https://www.ok.gov/health/

https://www.cdc.gov/

Credits:

Show Guest

MAJ Drew Marr

Written & Hosted by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Leanna Maschino

Video & Audio Edited by

Leanna Maschino

SSG Brian Schroeder

Studio & Sound Design by

SSG Brian Schroeder

MAJ Geoff Legler

Graphic Design by

Leslie Donnelly

Kendall James

Camera Operator

Leanna Maschino

SSG Brian Schroeder

Vocals by

SSG Brian Schroeder

0500 (Theme Music) by Sgt. Collin Ferrell

Performed by the 145th Army Band

SFC Andrew Brooks - Drum Set

SFC Gene Morrison - Trombone

SGT Hector Lopez - Guitar

SGT Justin Stanton - Electric Bass

SGT Leon Williams - Baritone Saxophone

SGT Collin Ferrell - Alto Saxophone

Produced by SGT Collin Ferrell

Recording Engineers

Evan Drumm and SGT Collin Ferrell

Tax Season Feb 19, 2020

Tis the season for taxes! We brought Shea Cockrell, CPA, back onto the show to talk taxes. There’s a TON of useful information on this episode. Listen close and get ready for that April 15th due date!

Resources:

www.irs.gov

Credits:

Show Guest

Shea Cockrell, CPA

Written & Hosted by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Leanna Maschino

Video & Audio Edited by

Leanna Maschino

SSG Brian Schroeder

Studio & Sound Design by

SSG Brian Schroeder

MAJ Geoff Legler

Graphic Design by

Leslie Donnelly

Kendall James

Camera Operator

Leanna Maschino

SSG Brian Schroeder

Music by the 145th Army Band

SFC Andrew Brooks - Drum Set

SFC Gene Morrison - Trombone

SGT Hector Lopez - Guitar

SGT Justin Stanton - Electric Bass

SGT Leon Williams - Baritone Saxophone

SGT Collin Ferrell - Alto Saxophone

Produced by SGT Collin Ferrell

Recording Engineers

Evan Drumm and SGT Collin Ferrell

'The OK Guard Show' - Episode 11, New Year, New Army PT Test Jan 15, 2020

Want to learn more about the new Army Combat Fitness Test that officially replaces the Army Physical Fitness test this year? Here are your answers! We’ve brought Oklahoma’s 1st Lt. E.J. Johnson, ACFT project officer, onto the show to talk the ins and outs of the new physical fitness test for the Oklahoma Army National Guard.

Not many like change—we get it—but hopefully this month’s episode will relieve your stress and anxiety during the transition from the APFT to the ACFT. We’ll have more from 1LT Johnson in the following months, including a fun take-over of our social media pages. Stay tuned!

Resources:

www.army.mil/acft

Credits:

Show Guest

1LT E.J. Johnson

Written & Hosted by

Leanna Maschino

SGT Anthony Jones

Video & Audio Edited by

Leanna Maschino

Studio & Sound Design by

SSG Brian Schroeder

MAJ Geoff Legler

Graphic Design by

Leslie Donnelly

Kendall James

Camera Operator

Leanna Maschino

SGT Anthony Jones

Music by the 145th Army Band

SFC Andrew Brooks - Drum Set

SFC Gene Morrison - Trombone

SGT Hector Lopez - Guitar

SGT Justin Stanton - Electric Bass

SGT Leon Williams - Baritone Saxophone

SGT Collin Ferrell - Alto Saxophone

Produced by SGT Collin Ferrell

Recording Engineers

Evan Drumm and SGT Collin Ferrell

Fa-la-la Finances During Holidays Dec 04, 2019

Finances can be rough during the holiday season. Luckily this month we had the pleasure of having Shea Cockrell, CPA, back on 'The OK Guard Show' to discuss finances during the holidays and ways to alleviate that financial stress. We also chat about end-of-the-year musts in preparation for tax season. Happy Holidays and see you next year!

Clarifications:

-We said “excise tax” instead of “sales tax” — we meant sales tax.

-The First Time Homebuyers was meant as the Mortgage Credit Certificate.

-The itemized 2% mentioned around 36:50 was removed for tax year 2018 and forward, but if you are amending taxes prior to that year, it is valid.

Stay tuned for when we have Shea back on the show in February to dive deeper into the world of taxes.

Resources: Americans with Holiday Debt in 2018: https://www.magnifymoney.com/blog/news/2018-holiday-debt-survey/ Preparing for Next Year's Taxes: https://www.irs.gov/individuals/steps-to-take-now-to-get-a-jump-on-next-years-taxes Credits: Show Guest Shea Cockrell, CPA Written & Hosted by SSG Brian Schroeder Leanna Maschino Video & Audio Edited by Leanna Maschino Studio & Sound Design by SSG Brian Schroeder MAJ Geoff Legler Graphic Design by Leslie Donnelly Kendall James Camera Operator SSG Brian Schroeder Leanna Maschino Music by the 145th Army Band SFC Andrew Brooks - Drum Set SFC Gene Morrison - Trombone SGT Hector Lopez - Guitar SGT Justin Stanton - Electric Bass SGT Leon Williams - Baritone Saxophone SGT Collin Ferrell - Alto Saxophone Produced by SGT Collin Ferrell Recording Engineers Evan Drumm and SGT Collin Ferrell

Native American Heritage Month Nov 20, 2019

Check out this month’s episode of The OK Guard Show where we sit down with Mike Gonzales, curator for the 45th Infantry Division Museum and talk about the rich history of Native Americans within the Oklahoma National Guard. #NAHM #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth

Additional resources: www.45thdivisionmuseum.com

Credits:

Show Guest Mike Gonzales

Special Host

SGT Anthony Jones

Written & Hosted by

SSG Brian Schroeder Leanna Maschino

Video & Audio Edited by

Leanna Maschino

Studio & Sound Design by

SSG Brian Schroeder MAJ Geoff Legler

Graphic Design by

Leslie Donnelly Kendall James

Camera Operator

SSG Brian Schroeder Leanna Maschino

Music by

the 145th Army Band

SFC Andrew Brooks - Drum Set

SFC Gene Morrison - Trombone

SGT Hector Lopez - Guitar

SGT Justin Stanton - Electric Bass

SGT Leon Williams - Baritone Saxophone

SGT Collin Ferrell - Alto Saxophone

Produced by SGT Collin Ferrell

Recording Engineers

Evan Drumm and SGT Collin Ferrell

2019 National Guard Best Warrior Competition Oct 23, 2019

The Oklahoma Army National Guard hosted the 2019 National Guard Best Warrior Competition from July 15-18 at Camp Gruber, Oklahoma. The following is an audio journey of the four-day event.

Credits Hosted by SSG Brian Schroeder 2019 National Guard Best Warrior Competitors Region 1 - SFC Martin H. Cozens - New York; CPL Joseph W. Ryan - New York Region 2 - SSG Erich Friedlein - Pennsylvania; SPC Hunter Olson - Maryland Region 3 - SSG Nathan A. Bogert - Alabama; SPC Andrew Brotherton - North Carolina Region 4 - SFC Jamison Yager - Michigan; SPC Kenneth Klett - Michigan Region 5 - SSG Ryan Houk - Missouri; SGT Jacob Kummer - Nebraska Region 6 - SSG Paul A. Mannelly - Oregon; SPC Roger Spain - Oregon Region 7 - SGT Kurt Van De Graaff - Arizona; SPC Brenden Allen - Utah Written by SSG Brian Schroeder Audio Edited by SSG Brian Schroeder Studio & Sound Design by SSG Brian Schroeder Graphic Design by Leslie Donnelly Kendall James Music 0500 by the 145th Army Band SFC Andrew Brooks - Drum Set SFC Gene Morrison - Trombone SGT Hector Lopez - Guitar SGT Justin Stanton - Electric Bass SGT Leon Williams - Baritone Saxophone SGT Collin Ferrell - Alto Saxophone Produced by SGT Collin Ferrell Recording Engineers Evan Drumm and SGT Collin Ferrell

Landing A Career Oct 16, 2019

Today on #TheOKGuardShow we sit down with two employment experts with the Oklahoma National Guard, including Mike Laird, coordinator for the Employment Coordination Program and Priscilla Donnelly, career readiness counselor with Citizen Soldiers for Life. We dive deep into the world of landing a career all the way from applying for a job to receiving an offer letter, as well as discuss how specialists like Mike and Priscilla can assist you and your family along the way.

This is a longer than normal episode, but it’s jam-packed with great information. If you have a topic idea that you’d like us to discuss with a subject matter expert, get in touch with us on our social media pages! #OKGuard

Additional Resources:

Oklahoma National Guard Career Services https://ok.ng.mil/careers/Pages/career-services.aspx

Oklahoma National Guard Employment Coordination Program https://ok.ng.mil/ecp

Citizen Soldier For Life https://ok.ng.mil/csfl

Employment Support Group https://ok.ng.mil/esp

Resume Worksheet https://ok.ng.mil/csfl/PublishingImages/Pages/Resume_Worksheet.pdf

Oklahoma Military Connection okmilitaryconnection.com

Oklahoma National Guard Careers https://ok.ng.mil/Careers

Credits

Hosted by SSG Brian Schroeder Leanna Maschino

Show Guests Mike Laird Priscilla Donnelly

Written by SSG Brian Schroeder Leanna Maschino

Video & Audio Edited by Leanna Maschino

Studio & Sound Design by SSG Brian Schroeder MAJ Geoff Legler

Graphic Design by Leslie Donnelly Kendall James

Camera Operator SSG Brian Schroeder SGT Anthony Jones

Music by the 145th Army Band SFC Andrew Brooks - Drum Set SFC Gene Morrison - Trombone SGT Hector Lopez - Guitar SGT Justin Stanton - Electric Bass SGT Leon Williams - Baritone Saxophone SGT Collin Ferrell - Alto Saxophone

Produced by SGT Collin Ferrell

Recording Engineers Evan Drumm and SGT Collin Ferrell

Suicide Awareness and Prevention Sep 19, 2019

Welcome to Episode 7 of ‘The OK Guard Show’! In this episode, we sit down with three behavioral health specialists, Capt. William Dycus, Amber McCoy and Michele Burris, and talk about suicide awareness and prevention for Suicide Prevention Month. We also include a message from Maj. Gen. Michael Thompson, the adjutant general for Oklahoma, who discusses the importance of being there for your battle buddy and family members. Remember, you are not alone. There is always someone in your corner, so if you’re having thoughts of suicide or know someone who is, reach out to someone for help and #BeThere.

Money Management Aug 21, 2019

Today we talk money management with Shea Cockrell, CPA. There's a slew of helpful information in this episode and we merely skimmed the surface. In this episode, we talk about getting out of debt, emergency and savings funds, investment funds, planning for retirement and more. Don't worry--we're going to have Shea back on the show to talk specifics on each of these topics. Additional Resources:

Oklahoma National Guard Professional Finance Counselors (FREE OF CHARGE TO OK GUARDSMEN) OKC East: Van Leftwich (405) 323-8162 pfc3.ok.ng@zeiders.com OKC West: Robert Lassota (703) 635-8206 pfc.ok.ng@zeiders.com Tulsa: Roy Ames (918) 210-5444 pfc2.ok.ng@zeiders.com Thrift Savings Plan https://www.tsp.gov/index.html Military One Source https://www.militaryonesource.mil/ Scam Alerts | Consumer Information https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/features/scam-alerts Credits Show Guest Shea Cockrell, CPA Hosted by SSG Brian Schroeder Leanna Maschino Written by SSG Brian Schroeder Leanna Maschino Video & Audio Edited by Leanna Maschino Studio & Sound Design by SSG Brian Schroeder MAJ Geoff Legler Graphic Design by Leslie Donnelly Kendall James Camera Operator SSG Brian Schroeder SGT Anthony Jones Music by 145th Army Band

Tricare Jul 10, 2019

Did you know as a Guardsmen, you and your family are eligible for health insurance IMMEDIATELY upon signing with the National Guard? Today we talk with Tricare’s Darrell Toquinto about those health insurance benefits provided to military service members and their families. There’s a lot of great information in this episode and we hope you enjoy.

To learn more about Tricare, visit www.tricare.mil or call 1-800-TRICARE.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for the National Guard’s National Best Warrior Competition, held July 15-19, 2019 at Oklahoma’s Camp Gruber Training Center.

Have questions about this episode? Leave a comment or contact us on our social media pages!

Credits:

Show Guest

Darrell Toquinto

Production Team

Written by

SSG Brian Schroeder

Leanna Maschino

Video & Audio Edited by

Leanna Maschino

Studio & Sound Design by

SSG Brian Schroeder

MAJ Geoff Legler

Graphic Design by

Leslie Donnelly and Kendall James

Camera/Switchboard Operator

MAJ Geoff Legler

Effective Leadership Jun 19, 2019

Today we talk with Brig. Gen. Louis Wilham, assistant adjutant general (Army) for Oklahoma, about how to be an effective, non-toxic leader and follower. Brig. Gen. Wilham retires from his more than 30 years of service this month, so we were thrilled to get him on the show before he hangs up the uniform. Commercial: Interested in the $20k reenlistment bonus? Call 405-228-5000, Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. and ask for the Education and Incentives Office! Credits: Show Guest Brig. Gen. Louis Wilham Production Team Written by Staff Sgt. Brian Schroeder Leanna Maschino Video & AudioEdited by Leanna Maschino Studio & Sound Design by Staff Sgt. Brian Schroeder Maj. Geoff Legler Graphic Design by Leslie Donnelly Kendall James Camera/Switchboard Operator Maj. Geoff Legler

Education Benefits May 15, 2019

Welcome to Episode 3 of ‘The OK Guard Show’! In this episode, we sit down with Mr. Jim Brehm and Mr. Steven Brown with the Oklahoma National Guard’s Education Office. You’ll hear us chat about education benefits and what all the National Guard can offer you and your family, including Federal and State Tuition Assistance, #OKGuard incentives such as bonuses, GI Bill, student loan repayment and more!

Ask anyone in the middle of paying off a student loan if they’d like to go back in time and take advantage of FREE tuition—what do you think their answer would be? Worried about paying for your kid’s college? Your Post 9/11 GI Bill is transferable!

Here are some additional resources to learn more:

Education Services - National Guard

www.nationalguard.com/education

State Tuition Waiver (STW) Program:

https://ok.ng.mil/Pages/Tuition-Waiver.aspx

Education Programs and Services Survey - Let your voice be heard!

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FY19ARNGSurvey

To listen to our previous episodes, visit:

https://ok.ng.mil/okguardshow

Tornado Safety Apr 17, 2019

Welcome to Episode Two of 'The OK Guard Show'! We sat down with three experts who talk tornado safety. Our guests include Christopher Bruce, storm tracker with Fox 25, Tech Sgt. Daniel Martinez, weather technician with the Oklahoma Air National Guard, and Command Sgt. Maj. (Ret.) Joe Stover, state safety officer for the Oklahoma National Guard.

In this episode, we chat about the science behind tornados, how to prepare, what to do before, during and after a tornado, along with personal experiences that are beneficial for both civilians and Guardsmen.

This episode is longer than usual (53mins), but the information is critical for you and your family's safety. Additional information can be found in the links below:

https://www.ready.gov/tornadoes

https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/tornado.html

https://www.ok.gov/OEM/

'The OK Guard Show' is produced by the Oklahoma National Guard Public Affairs Office. Any mention of products or brands does not imply endorsement. All guests on the show are volunteers in an effort to inform and educate members of the Oklahoma National Guard, their families, retirees, potential recruits, and the community.

Credits

Hosted by Leanna Maschino Staff Sgt. Brian Schroeder

Show Guests

Christopher Bruce Tech Sgt. Daniel Martinez Command Sgt. Maj. (Ret.) Joe Stover

Production Team

Written by Staff Sgt. Brian Schroeder

Video & Audio Edited by Leanna Maschino

Studio & Sound Design by Staff Sgt. Brian Schroeder Maj. Geoff Legler

Graphic Design by Leslie Donnelly Kendall James

Camera Operator Cheryl Thomas

Women's History Month Mar 20, 2019

In our first episode, we discuss what it means to be a woman making history in the military. We sat down with Command Sgt. Maj. Shelly Haynes, Chief Warrant Officer 5 Rosemary Masters and Brig. Gen. Cynthia Tinkham, who were all the first females to wear their respective rank in the Oklahoma Army National Guard.

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