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The Drop Ep. 30 - Leadership, Teamwork, and Turf Jul 09, 2024

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This month on The Drop, Colonel Pat Chard, the Deputy Commander of the 130th Airlift Wing, is joined by a special surprise guest to delve into the intricacies of effectively leading teams in tough times and successful ones. Hint: “We ARE!” The conversation will explore the critical role of dedicated practice and embracing various leadership styles in ensuring the successful execution of a team’s mission, providing practical insights that you can apply in your own leadership journey.

The Drop Episode 29 - C.D.S.: JUNE UTA Jun 06, 2024

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In this abbreviated episode, we hear from Col. Bryan Preece, 130th Airlift Wing Commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Kevan Williams, 130th Wing Command Chief, talk about the Wing priorities for this months Unit Training Assembly.

The Drop Episode 28 – Maj. Gen. Crane on China May 31, 2024

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In this episode, Maj. Gen. Bill Crane, the Adjutant General for the West Virginia National Guard, discusses China's impact on our current military posture. Bo Wriston, the WVNG Public Affairs Officer, hosts this special episode.

The Drop Episode 27 -Mental Health and Suicide May 22, 2024

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Since 9/11, more than 30,000 service members or veterans have committed suicide, which is more than four times that of those who passed away in combat over the same period. According to the DOD Suicide Prevention Office, in 2023, there were 92 suspected or confirmed suicides in the National Guard, which brings the total to over 400 guardsmen since the start of COVID-19, not counting Q1 of 2024, which have yet to be released. In this episode, 2nd Lt. De-Juan Haley is joined by Brianna Baker-Meckley, the 130th Airlift Wing’s new Director of Psychological Health, Capt. Brittany Hypes, a Critical Care Nurse with the 130th Airlift Wing CERFP who, for the past year, has worked as the Suicide Prevention Program coordinator for the unit, and 1st Lt. Sammi Brown, the director of Public Affairs for the WVANG, to have a conversation about the topic of mental health and suicide.

The Drop Episode 26 - C.D.S.: May UTA May 03, 2024

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In this abbreviated episode, we hear from Col. Bryan Preece, 130th Airlift Wing Commander, Col. Patrick Chard, 130th Deputy Wing Commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Kevan Williams, 130th Wing Command Chief, talk about the Wing priorities for this months Unit Training Assembly.

The Drop Episode 25 - C.D.S.: April UTA ( Correct Audio ) Apr 11, 2024

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The Drop Episode 25 - C.D.S.: April UTA Apr 11, 2024

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The Drop Episode 24 - C.D.S.: March UTA Feb 29, 2024

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The Drop Episode 23 - C.D.S.: Febuary UTA Feb 01, 2024

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The Drop Episode 22 - C.D.S.: January UTA Jan 04, 2024

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In this abbreviated episode, we hear from Col. Bryan Preece, 130th Airlift Wing Commander, Col. Pat Chard, 130th Vice Wing Commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Kevan Williams, 130th Wing Command Chief, about the Wing priorities for this months Unit Training Assembly.

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