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Tinker Talks_Veteran volunteers - they served and continue serving today Oct 04, 2019

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This month we discuss a program that generates little conversation but plays a vital role to our mission success here at Tinker Air Force Base. They are the retired veteran volunteers. They are seen in the pharmacy or in the I.D. Card Office day in and day out, smiling, helping, serving. This week we are joined by Chief MSgt. (Ret.) Lorraine Caddy, the retiree activities office director. She herself has been serving in one form or another for more than 60 years. She discusses her active duty career, her role as a volunteer and director and how vital our retiree volunteers are to the mission. She also discusses Retiree Appreciation Day which is November 2 this year. This is a way to let the retirees know that they are still part of the military and see how much they are appreciated. The next time you see one of the many retiree volunteers Remember to say hi and thank one of the many retired veteran volunteers the next time you see them. Subscribe and download Tinker Talks and remember to rate us. We would also love to hear your feedback. Let us know what you want to hear or how we are doing. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @Tinker Air Force Base and on Twitter @Team_Tinker. Also check us out on the web at www.tinker.af.mil. Until next time, have a great day and week.

Tinker Talks - How do you get a job at Tinker? Sep 20, 2019

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Welcome to Tinker Talks. In this episode we have a conversation with Mr. Bob Amundson, the Civilian Personnel Officer with the Force Support Squadron. We discuss different types of careers available here and how to go about getting hired at Oklahoma's largest single site employer. Do you think STEM is the best or only career field here? Listen in and find out, you might be surprised. Tune in for great information from Mr. Amundson. Don't forget to subscribe and download and leave a comment or rating. We want to know what you want to hear. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @Tinker Air Force Base and Twitter @Team_Tinker.

Tinker Talks - Resilience Tactical Pause. Sep 10, 2019

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In this episode of Tinker Talks, we sit down with Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex commander, Brig. Gen. Chris Hill and 564th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron deputy Mark Estorga to discuss rising suicide rates in the Air Force. The Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. David L. Goldfein mandated that the Air Force will conduct a Resilience Tactical Pause. The RTP, which takes place between Aug. 1 and Sept. 15, 2019, is about finding ways we can do better and giving Airmen time back to connect and break down barriers to getting help. In this episode, Brig. Gen. Hill and Mr. Estorga address the RTP, what we are doing here at Tinker to foster open dialogue and encourage those in need to seek help. They also discuss innovative ways they are trying to reach those on the shop floors and at all levels of the workforce. If you know of someone or are in need of help, please note some valuable resources: The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 or the Employee Assistance Program 1-800-222-0364.

Tinker Talks - 911 Run_Walk_Ruck and POW/MIA 24 hour vigil Aug 16, 2019

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Thanks for joining us for another episode of Tinker Talks. This episode features the event coordinators for this year's 911 Run, Walk, Ruck. This year marks the return of the POW/MIA 24 hour vigil. Event coordinators, MSgt. Damont Cooley and TSgt. Hugo Perez discuss the event along with some new additions. This yearly event is in honor of those fallen during the 911 attacks. This year you will want to arrive early. Listen to the podcast to find out why. Please don't forget to download on Apple Podcasts, rate and subscribe. Ratings mean a lot to us - it allows us to determine if you like or do not like what we are producing. Also, we would appreciate any ideas you might have. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @Tinker Air Force Base and Twitter @Team_Tinker.

Tinker Talks - Tinker's other warriors, the Military Working Dogs Aug 02, 2019

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This episode highlights some of the hardest working members of the security forces team - The Military Working Dog. Join us on location as we sit down with SSgt. Desi Padilla of the 72 Security Forces Squadron to talk about his role as a handler and the training and relationship he has with his MWD. Please remember to download, rate and subscribe to Tinker Talks. Let us know what you would like to hear in future episodes. Follow us on social media - @Tinker Air Force Base on Facebook and Instagram and @Team_Tinker on Twitter. Thanks for joining us and have a great week.

Tinker Talks - Supply chain's critical role to the Air Force mission Jul 09, 2019

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Welcome to Tinker Talks. In this episode we sit down with the 448 Supply Chain Management Wing commander, Mr. Dennis D'Angelo, to discuss the supply chain's mission and how innovation initiatives and Art of the Possible successes are posturing them for the future. Whether you know a lot, a little or nothing at all about the supply chain's mission, this episode delivers something for everyone. Please be sure to leave feedback, rate and subscribe to the podcast. Leave us suggestions on story ideas you want to hear on future episodes. Check us out on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.

Tinker Talks - F-16 Viper Demonstration Team commander and crew chief Jun 03, 2019

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Welcome to Tinker Talks. We were fortunate enough to catch up with F-16 Viper Demo Tream Commander, Maj. Garret "Toro" Schmitz and Crew Chief, NCOIC, Tech Sgt. Ryan Hutchinson during the 2019 Star Spangled Salute Air and Space Show at Tinker Air Force Base. The team discuss flying, maneuvers, training, recruiting and more. Tune in for a great conversation with the new commander and his crew chief. Don't forget to download, subscribe and leave us a rating. Feel free to send us comments or suggestions at 72ABW.PA.PubAffairs@us.af.mil and don't forget to follow us on social media: Facebook and Instagram @TinkerAirForceBase, and Twitter @Team_Tinker. Follow the F-16 Viper Demo Team on their social media sites: Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @ViperDemoTeam.

Tinker Talks - Police Week and leadership with Security Forces commander May 17, 2019

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This episode we sit down with the commander of the 72 security forces squadron, Lt. Col. Tyrell Mayfield to discuss Police Week and leadership. We discuss his personal philosophy on reading and how it relates to professional leadership skills. Thanks for taking the time to listen and as always please remember to subscribe and download. Check us out of Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and Twitter. We would also like to hear what you, the listener, would like to hear. As always, please remember to leave a rating as well.

Tinker Talks - Remembering the OKC Bombing with Fire and Rescue members Apr 25, 2019

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Welcome to Tinker Talks. This month we sit down with three members of the Tinker fire and rescue units who responded the day of the bombing 24 years-ago and remain at Tinker today. We talk about that horrific day and how it has impacted their lives, professionally and personally. This is the first time the three have spoken publicly about their experience and are the last three firefighters at Tinker that were involved with the search, rescue and recovery efforts. Please remember to subscribe, download and rate, and drop us a line to let us know what you'd like to hear. Also follow us on Twitter @team_tinker and on Facebook and Instagram.

Tinker Talks - 552 Air Control Wing commander talks mission, major accomplishments, and partnership Mar 27, 2019

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We sit down with the commander of the 552 Air Control Wing for a discussion about the important strategic mission and major accomplishments last year. There is also discussion of our long-standing partnership with the Royal Canadian Air Force. Also as his time winds down...what's next for the colonel?

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