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Gen Z Recruiting Ideas For the Military Oct 24, 2023

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Today, recruiters are struggling to bring enough Zoomers into the armed services. Mismatched fundamental ideals, divergent beliefs about the workplace, and other sociocultural influences have contributed to the United States military scrambling to get a grasp on how to appeal to Gen Z. A Marine and MBA, Matthew Weiss, discusses his thoughts on the recruiting mismatch. Through the use of personal life stories and macro analysis, this book explains why military recruiting in the United States is at an all-time low in order to suggest ways that American society and its leaders can fix this issue. We must rebuild the value proposition of military service by demonstrating the benefits of the world’s greatest physical social network. Weiss talks with host Jim Fausone about recruiting today.

IKE IN LOVE AND WAR & FISHER HOUSE DETROIT BUILD IT FOR THE BRAVE Oct 23, 2023

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“IKE IN LOVE AND WAR” BY RICHARD STRINER Ike in Love and War shows the hidden sacrifices that made Eisenhower remarkable. It probes the mission that was driving him: the quest to reconcile his skill as a fighter with his mother’s pacifism, which led him to become the greatest peacekeeper of his age. More than other biographies, this one explores the man’s emotions. It puts the long-standing dispute about his romance with Kay Summersby in a new perspective: tragedy. Here is the story of a unique American, the passion and brilliance he kept concealed, the ambition that propelled him, the sacrifices that wore down his health, and the sheer self-mastery that made it all look easy. It never was. His achievements are timely as Americans face unprecedented dangers. This is the story of the world Ike made, the things he achieved, and the surprises that may still be in store for us as we strive to understand his life in full. For more information – www.richardstriner.com

Medal of Honor Graphic Novels by AUSA Oct 17, 2023

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Joseph Craig, Director of AUSA 's Book Program, explains the mission, orgin and future of graphic novels focusing on Army Medal of Honor recipients. These novels are professionally done and vibrant in digital format or in print. Joe talks about the goals of reaching a wider audience with these stories to host Jim Fausone.

MUSIC FOR VETERANS Oct 16, 2023

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Since meeting Michael J. Martin, by way of Gary Lillie, in 2004, Martin was a frequent guest on Veterans Radio. He was one of those “old fashioned tried and true ol’ troubadours” with ballad-folk songs that came out of the Vietnam War experience. Michael J. Martin lived the music he wrote and sang. His music had some miles on it. He and his partner, Tim “Doc” Holiday, both Vietnam Veterans, started writing and recording their music back in late 70s and early 80s. They led marches from Texas to Washington to make people and the government aware of what was happening to a whole generation of Vietnam Veterans. They are both gone now, but their music is still inspiring veterans of all ages. It’s as powerful as it is emotional. It’s letting the veterans and their families know that “They Are Not Alone”. Here is the playlist from this program: 1. United We Stand 2. Suitcase Full of Secrets 3. Take a Ride on the Moon 4. I Ain’t here alone 5. I Am With My Friends 6. VA Scuffle 7. The Soldier Boy and The Nurse 8. That Could Have been Me 9. When Your Daddy Comes Home 10. Last Firebase 11. The Three of Us 12. Who Are The Names On The Wall Some of their music has been remastered and can be acquired by contacting Michael’s daughter Andy Martin. You can contact Andy at 615-692-4103.

Camp LeJeune Elective Settlement Option by DoD & Navy Oct 10, 2023

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Attorney Catherine Groll, a litigation partner with the Mike Cox Law Firm, talks about the Camp LeJeune Justice Act, the administrative claims process, and the Department of Defense & Navy's new "Public Guidance on Elective Option for CLJA Claims". The DoD created a matrix so veterans exposed to the Camp Lejeune contaminated water could evaluate whether settling and avoiding litigation is the better route. Groll talks to host Jim Fausone about the inherent problems in the Elective Option and the traps for the unwary veteran. DoD dangles up to $550,000 in front of Marine veterans as it hopes to start settling the over 100,000 claims that have already been filed.

MEDAL OF HONOR DAVID BELLAVIA AND WHO CONTROLS THE NATIONAL GUARD Oct 09, 2023

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HOW THE 2004 MILITARY ACTION UNFOLDED FOR STAFF SGT. BELLAVIA IN FALLUJAH Staff Sgt. David G. Bellavia was a squad leader in support of Operation Phantom Fury in Fallujah, Iraq. Their mission on the night of November 10, 2004, was to clear a block of 12 buildings, where it was thought six or more insurgents had taken shelter. A Bradley Fighting Vehicle was supposed to provide fire support, but a malfunction on its 25mm cannon meant the platoon would have to kill or capture the anti-Iraqi forces (AIF) without it. WHO CONTROLS THE 450,000 NATIONAL GUARDSMEN? Governor Abbott, Texas Governor, has sued the Biden Administration over the ability to punish guardsmen that did not want to take the COVID Vaccine. It set up a legal challenge about who controls the National Guard when not federalized. Law professor Jason Mazzone at the University of Illinois – Urbana-Champaign, discusses the case and the legal issues involved. This requires a discussion of the Constitution and Militia Clause.

Comm. Bruce A. Wright, USN (ret) Discusses His "Don't Give Up" Approach to Life Oct 03, 2023

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Commander Bruce A. Wright, USN (ret) started in a small high school, with a single parent, and no economic means to get a higher education. He did not give up and made it to the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. When his military career was finished, he was faced with poor health conditions and had to fight the VA system to get the care and benefits he earned. He talks with host Jim Fausone about not giving up until things are right.

Operation Song-"Love Dad" Oct 02, 2023

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This week’s one hour radio program is hosted by Dale Throneberry. Dale welcomes George Brown Jr and George Brown Sr to tell their military service stories. This will begin with a beautiful story “Love, Dad” from George Brown Jr and Operation Song artist Josh Grider. https://22e2b9.p3cdn1.secureserver.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Love-Dad-Op-Song.m4a Residential Health Care Group is a new guest on Veterans Radio. Learn about this organization in a spotlight segment each week of October. Dale will close with music that says it all – “God Bless America”.

Certified Commercial Dive Veteran Owned Business Sep 26, 2023

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Keith Mear, owner of Commercial Diving & Marine Services, Inc talks about this time in the Marine Corp, how he got interested in diving and the benefits of being a certified veteran owned business. Mear talks about the NVBDC.org certification process with host Jim Fausone.

VETERANS BENEFITS - September 2023 Sep 25, 2023

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Join us for our monthly benefits program. Our guests include: Veterans Radio's Carol Ann Fausone, Nurse and Retired Air Force Brig.General from Legal Help for Veterans and Sandie Wilson, Retired Army Nurse from the Vietnam Veterans of America. Sandie has recently returned from the VVA National Convention where she received the VVA Commendation Medal, The VVA's highest award for outstanding, exemplary service to Veterans and the community. She was also reelected as a National Director At-Large. And she is the Chair of the Agent Orange and Toxic Exposures Committee.

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