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Lieutenant Colonel Williams grew up in small rural America to go on to graduate from our United States Air Force Academy.  As an Aircraft Maintenance Officer she supported multiple types of aircraft and significant missions.  Now retired she is the owner and publisher of the periodical called Fire Watch.

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For this episode, Joe meets retired United States Navy Captain Robert "Rocky" Rochford. Raised in Scituate, Massachusetts on the Atlantic coast, Rocky was destined for a life at sea. Upon graduation from the Massachusetts Maritime Academy in 1985, Rocky was commissioned as an Ensign in our Naval Reserve. A shift in the commercial shipping industry had him exchange his reserve commission for an active duty commission. Serving 33 continuous years on active duty, Rocky was able to see the world. Upon retirement in 2018, Rocky became involved in politics and today is running for Congress.

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Today we'll learn about a podcast called "Transacting Value" developed by former Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant Josh Porthouse. Hear how he took his own difficult times and turned them into a podcast focused on healing. His outreach has been a benefit to over 200 people from around the world and has been a help to both fellow veterans and people from all walks of life.

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Today we meet former United States Marine Gunnery Sergeant Josh Porthouse. We'll learn about his out-of-the norm experiences as a person deployed to a combat zone as well as personal experiences of a unique kind in his travels around the world.

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CPO Taylor discusses his service on submarines and provides us insight on how that impacted his family as well as his life onboard. While onboard, Jim served as the additional duty Chaplain. This turned into his quest throughout the continuation of his life. Today he holds a doctorate degree in Ministry, is a published author, and ministers to veterans.

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Airman Dunn served our country from December 1988 through 1995. Born in The Philippines, as a baby she moved with her family to New York. You’ll discover her life as it blossomed to include exposure to a multitude of cultures and academics. Today she uses art as a means of therapy and shares her abilities with art to help other veterans.

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Born in Miami and a graduate of the University of Florida, Captain Alvarez earned his commission in 1997. Following his time in the Army, Danny went to law school and as a lawyer became the legal representative to the Tampa Police union. Since then, he has gotten into politics and now serves in the State of Florida House of Representatives.

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Major Greer served as an aircraft maintenance officer in California, Korea and Italy before transitioning from active duty to the reserves in Georgia. Throughout his life, Bill served as a musician especially playing the piano and organ.

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Today you’ll get to know a bit more about Commander Paul Renner.  We'll learn about his time growing up as an avid player of baseball and soccer, his time in college, followed by his entry into the Navy as a Surface Warfare Officer.  Paul served onboard ship during Desert Storm and returned on July 3rd, in time to celebrate Independence Day with family and friends.  Continuing his service as a reserve officer, he attended law school and became an attorney in private practice while also deploying to South America and Afghanistan.  Now as a retired Naval office...

Lt. Col Worley spent 27 years in the Air Force, which began in 1975 and included eight years as an enlisted FAA-certified Air Traffic Controller. After attending Officer Training School in 1983, he served as a rated Air Battle Manager. Upon his military retirement, Lt Col Worley then spent over fourteen years instructing the Air Force Junior ROTC program at Crescenta Valley High School in La Crescenta, California before retiring in 2017. 

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Retired Colonel Bill Davis is back to talk about the Marine Corps' youth organization called Young Marines. Col Davis, who is now the organization's National Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer talks about how the Young Marines program develops confidence and future leaders with youth ages eight through high school age.

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Colonel Davis's career spanned several decades which included deployment to Operation Desert Storm, as well as his involvement with war fighting capabilities as an officer assigned with Systems Command.

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Today host Joe Muhlberger speaks with retired United States Army Specialist Phil Lewis whose injuries incurred in combat in Iraq led to his medical retirement. We'll learn about this disabled combat veteran's journey and how he writes and produces music as his own means of solace for all veterans, not just for himself.

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For this episode we learn about the United States Navy youth organization called the United States Naval Sea Cadet Corps.  Joe talks with their National Executive Director, retired US Navy Rear Admiral Andrew Lennon, about their mission to build leaders of character by imbuing in cadets the highest ideals of honor, respect, commitment, and service.  While many details about the program are covered, if you want to learn more, go to SeaCadets.org.

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Sergeant Whitmore enlisted in the Army in 1977 and retired in 2013.  She began as a member of what was known as the "Women's Army Corps," where she served as a Teletype Technician. When the Corps disbanded in 1978, Carol transitioned to become an Army Nurse serving in many austere locations overseas, including Iraq, and held various assignments around the United States.  Since retirement she became a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars where today she serves as the VFW’s National Commander-in-Chief.

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MOWW, the Military Order of the World Wars serves our nation and local communities by providing and supporting activities that promote and encourage responsible citizenship, patriotism, youth leadership, military and public service, veteran support, and strong national security. Joe and Commander Worley talk about MOWW’s mission and how the organization preserves the military history and provides leadership of our youth.

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In this episode, we continue with Part Two of our conversation with SR-71 Blackbird pilot retired United States Air Force Colonel Adelbert "Buz" Carpenter. Today, Buz takes us to new heights as he continues telling us about his career and his life now as a retired aviator volunteering at the Smithsonian Institute in Washington DC.

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There are only 85 people on planet Earth who achieved aviation greatness as an SR-71 Blackbird pilot. Retired United States Air Force Colonel Adelbert "Buz" Carpenter is one of those pilots. In Part One we'll learn about Buz's life growing up to his time as a Cadet at our nation's Air Force Academy and his transition from aircraft to ultimately the SR-71.

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Prepare to be inspired as Joe interviews Civil Air Patrol Major General Regina Aye, CAP National Commander.  She brings a host of academic and international flair to the United States Air Force's official civilian Auxiliary.  Emphasis is placed on the Cadet Program with developing leaders as well as skills for Emergency Services and Aerospace Education.

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In 1963 retired United States Navy Rear Admiral Thomas Lynch was a Junior at our nation's Naval Academy and Captain of the football team. In 1964, as a Senior, he played on a team that included Junior Roger Staubach. We'll learn about the Admiral's life growing up in Ohio, his acceptance to Annapolis, and his career as a Naval Surface Warfare Officer.

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For this podcast we meet the current Veterans of Foreign Wars Commander-in-Chief, retired United States Army combat veteran Carol Whitmore.  Her vast experience throughout her 36 years of service with the Army made her the ideal choice to lead the VFW.  Commander Whitmore is the first woman to serve as National Commander, and the first Iowan to hold this post.

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Having grown up in Florida, Ryan tried college, found it wasn't for him, and ended up enlisting in the Marines.  Eventually he transitioned from enlisted to an officer, ultimately becoming a helicopter pilot.  These days he's an entrepreneur and an advisor for other aspiring entrepreneurs.

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National Football League and Pittsburgh Steelers legend Robert "Rocky" Bleier was drafted into our United States Army where he served as an Infantryman in the Vietnam War. He was wounded in action, becoming a recipient of the Bronze Star with Valor device and a Purple Heart. Following his two years of service he returned to professional football to participate in the winning of four Super Bowls.

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Meet Jake Rademacher, Founder of Perseverance Productions and Director of two films about the war in Iraq called Brothers at War and Brothers After War. Jake has taken these films on the road to both military-unique audiences as well as the public. Now, Jake holds seminars with the film Brothers After War as the centerpiece. These have been life saving seminars with critical value for veterans, their families, and their friends. Check out where these seminars are taking place near you.

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Today is our second part of our two-part series with retired United States Navy Admiral Mark (call sign "Lobster") Fitzgerald.  In our last episode we left off with the Admiral's advance to promotion to Commander.  In this episode we'll follow the remainder of his career from Commander through promotion to Admiral and then find out what he's been up to since his retirement.

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In part 1 of a 2 part program we meet retired United States Navy Admiral Mark (call sign "Lobster") Fitzgerald and learn about his upbringing, beginnings as a Naval Aviator through to his promotions to the rank of Commander. 

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Connor Nicol is a 17 year old Eagle Scout and 11th Grader in his fifth year as founder of the non-profit organization, We Will Remember.  His organization produces dog tags of fallen military member from all conflicts involving US service members.  Connor is the son of a Marine Corps Officer father and Navy Surface Warfare mother.

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For this episode we meet former United States Marine Corps Captain and Judge Advocate Ross Goodman. On his way to become a professional tennis player, an injury cut his tennis career short. College friends who were in the process of becoming Marines took him into their fold. Four days after college graduation he found himself in Marine Corps Officer Candidate School where he graduated and was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant. Then he was off to Law School.

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The Military Heritage Museum honors the legacy of America’s armed forces by preserving and sharing the stories of those who served in defense of our nation. The museum fosters understanding and respect for their sacrifices, past and present, reminding all that freedom is not free. Through engaging exhibits, educational programs, and cultural experiences, the museum connects people of all ages to our nation’s military history and enriches the community through quality entertainment and performing arts.

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Today we meet with retired United States Navy Rear Admiral Thomas Lynch and learn about the organization he works with called NewDay USA. This veterans-exclusive organization makes sure veterans get the optimal access to financing when looking to purchase a home.

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In this Veteran's Interview, we meet retired United States Navy Commander Bill Kirkpatrick who served as a Naval Aviator and was a fighter pilot who earned the call sign “Bullet.”  Bill and Joe discuss how this real world Top Gun School graduate not only applied lessons learned from the course when dealing with belligerent enemy engagements but also they talk of his exploits as an extra in the original film Top Gun.

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Today we meet United States Navy retired Admiral Mark Fitzgerald, call sign "Lobster".  The Admiral served as a Naval Aviator from 1973 through 2010 and primarily flew the A-7 Corsair II.  Now he serves as Chairman of the Board of the Association of Naval Aviation.  He'll tell us about the Association and how it influences the future of aviation worldwide.

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Today you’ll meet U. S. Army Lieutenant Colonel Paul Wheat.  From humble beginnings in upstate New York, Paul graduated high school in 1955 and enlisted in the Army.  His career slingshot him to Europe, Vietnam, and then back to Europe catapulting him from enlisted man through to his retirement as a Lieutenant Colonel.

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Today we're introduced to a non-profit organization called Mission P-O-W M-I-A.  Dave Huffman began the organization with his wife in 2024.  Find out how Dave's interview for a high school class assignment turned into a  conversation recollecting memories about American veterans of the Vietnam War and has developed into an exchange of artifacts today that provide closure to families and, in some cases, to international interests.

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Today Joe speaks with Retired United States Marine Corps Major Patrick J. McLain. Patrick began his military career as a Communications Officer in our United States Marine Corps. During the Cold War he deployed to Norway with his platoon of Marines, laying communications lines in the Northern Hemisphere darkness as well as enjoying spectacular views of the Aurora Borealis. He then transitioned to law school and served the rest of his military career with the Judge Advocate General. Finally we learn about his post-military career where he now has his own law practice.

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Today we learn about the Wounded Warrior Project through one of their top tier volunteers, former United States Air Force Major and combat veteran Heather Guzik. We've seen the Wounded Warrior Project commercials on television and seen their help with warriors with physical ailments. Heather flips the script by providing us insight on the organization's nationwide and overseas advocacy to provide help well beyond physical ailments.

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Michael's story begins with his birth in 1935 in Yugoslavia in what is today Serbia.  His town was occupied by Nazi Germany during World War II.  Following the war, Russian soldiers rounded up his family and other families in his town and placed them in starvation camps.  Learn about post-World War II life under the conditions of Communist Russia and the Soviet Union and how one child and his family escaped life behind the Iron Curtain and survived to become American citizens.

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 Today we introduce you to Band of Brothers VA Services and their Co-Founder and Chief Visionary Officer Terry Smith. Terry is a combat veteran of both the war in Iraq and Afghanistan. His nationwide organization helps veterans improve their Veterans Administration disability ratings.

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Today we meet a veteran of the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, former United States Air Force Staff Sergeant Terry Smith. Terry served nine years as a member of the Security Forces career field. We'll get to know him, learn about his unique service, find out about his family, and see what he's up to now that he is no longer wearing the uniform.

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Today we meet Emma Martin an Army spouse and mom of four adult children that includes two Army veterans. Emma is the founder, Vice President, Chief Executive Officer, and Coach of the Full Range Foundation. Through her own personal experiences she discovered a need for counseling services to help military members and their family members. Full Range Foundation offers military families options to overcome tough challenges.

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