Minnesota Military Radio

This week, we explore the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs’ efforts to end Veteran homelessness, learn how the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers St. Paul District is supporting wildfire response in Los Angeles, and get an update from the MN Patriot Guard. Guests include: Derek Holt – Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Col. Eric Swenson […] The post Ending Veteran Homelessness and MN Army Corps of Engineers Wildfire Recovery appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week, we're joined by the Director of Government Affairs from the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs and a Minnesota State Senator to discuss the 2025 legislative session and receive updates from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Guests include: Jon Kelly – Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Sen. Aric Putnam – Minnesota Senate Director […] The post 2025 Legislative Session appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week, we explore Chronic Pain Care with the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, discuss the Minnesota American Legion Foundation’s Fund 85, and get an update from the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers. Guests include: Kara Wong – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Beth DeRonne – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Janet Lorenzo […] The post Chronic Pain Care and American Legion Foundation appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week, we'll discuss the Month of the Military Spouse, highlight the Minnesota National Guard’s Soldier & Family Readiness Group, and get an update from our Senior Enlisted Leader. Guests include: Amy Watson – Soldier & Family Readiness Group Cmd. Chief Lisa Erikson – Minnesota National Guard   The post Soldier & Family Readiness Group appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This Memorial Day, we're live with the Minnesota National Guard, Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, Minneapolis VA, and more: Hour 1 Chaplain Lt. Col. Tim Usset, Minnesota National Guard Butch Whitehead, Minnesota Disabled American Veterans Lt. Gen. Jon Jensen, National Guard Hour 2 Commissioner Brad Lindsay, Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Director Patrick Kelly, Minneapolis […] The post Memorial Day Live 2025 appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week, we'll connect with the Program Coordinator for Survivor Outreach Services from the Minnesota Army National Guard and get an update from the MN Patriot Guard. Tune in to our live Memorial Day show from 6-9 AM on Monday, May 26th, on Twin Cities News Talk or iHeartMedia Inc. Guests include: Kylee McArdle – […] The post Survivor Outreach Services appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week, we explore how the Magnus Veterans Foundation supports Veterans and their families, connect with the administrator of the Preston Veterans Cemetery from the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, and get the latest from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Guests include: BG (ret) Tim Kennedy – Magnus Veterans Foundation LT COL (ret) Shawn […] The post Magnus Veterans Foundation and Preston Veterans Cemetery appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week, we’re live from Minnesota Wild headquarters, exploring the MN Wild Team Dog Program. We’ll meet the founder of Coco’s Heart Dog Rescue, learn about the Soldiers 6 program providing service dogs to heroes, and connect with a veteran who previously received a MN Wild team dog. Guests include: Wayne Peterson – Minnesota Wild […] The post Wild Hearts & Hero Paws: Inside the Minnesota Wild Team Dog Program appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

  This week we learn about Limb Loss Awareness Month from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, hear from Fairview Health Services on becoming a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon company and get and update from our Senior Enlisted Leader. Guests include: Dr. Molly Matsumoto – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Shawn McLaughlin –  Minneapolis VA […] The post Limb Loss Awareness Month and Fairview Health Services appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week, we'll connect with the 133rd Airlift Wing to discuss Sage Eagle, a joint training exercise involving the Air National Guard and 5th Special Forces Group – Airborne, plus get an update from the MN Patriot Guard. Guests include: MSgt. Tom Boyum – 133rd Airlift Wing SSgt. Mackenzie Miller – 133rd Airlift Wing MSgt. […] The post Sage Eagle – 133rd Training with Green Berets appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week, we'll join the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development to explore Veteran employment and the upcoming career fair. We'll also hear from the National Director of Paralyzed Veterans of America and get an update from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Guests include: Raymond Douha – Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic […] The post Veteran Employment and Paralyzed Veterans of America appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week, we explore leadership development and Army life with Minnesota National Guard soldiers, recap Veterans Day on the Hill with the legislative director from the DAV Department of Minnesota, and connect with the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers. Guests include: 1SG Steve Cox – Minnesota National Guard SPC Mitchell Houge – Minnesota […] The post Army Life and Veterans Day on the Hill Recap appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week, we sit down with the Minneapolis VA Health Care System to talk about the National Veterans Wheelchair Games, explore how Children’s Minnesota earned its status as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon organization, and get the latest from our Command Senior Enlisted Leader. Guests include: Rachel Hammer – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Janelle […] The post National Veteran Wheelchair Games and Children’s Minnesota appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week, we’re recorded live from the 32nd Welcome Home Pheasant Hunt at Wild Wings of Oneka, organized by Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Network, Hugo, MN. We’ll explore the 34th Infantry Division Association and chat with leaders from the 148th Fighter Wing and the 34th Red Bull Infantry Division. Guests include: Chuck Haas – Beyond […] The post 32nd Welcome Home Pheasant Hunt appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week, our program shines a light on MN Air National Guard Recruiting, offering an inside look at their recruiting team and the keys to  effective recruiting. We'll also bring you the latest updates from the MN Patriot Guard. Guests include: Maj Andrea Kostiuk – MN Air National Guard  MSgt Kayla Crotteau – MN Air […] The post MN Air National Guard Recruiting appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week, we're joined by a special host and MC for Veterans Day on the Hill, Tom Lyons. We'll sit down with the Legislative Director of the DAV of Minnesota to discuss the upcoming Veterans Day on the Hill and the key legislative priorities for Veterans in Minnesota. Plus, we'll connect with the Vice President […] The post Veterans Day on the Hill 2025 appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week, we'll be sitting down with the Nursing Workforce at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, connecting with the community outreach coordinators from Beyond the Yellow Ribbon, and getting the latest update from our Senior Enlisted Leader. Guests include: Katie Nelson – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Amy Daly – Minneapolis VA Health Care […] The post VA Nursing Workforce and Beyond the Yellow Ribbon appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week we discuss the return of Warrant Officers to the United States Air Force and Minnesota National Guard, additionally we check in with the Claims Division of the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs and get an update from the MN Patriot Guard. Guests include: Maj. Joe Girtz – 210th Engineering Installation Squadron CW5 Erik […] The post Return of Warrant Officers and MDVA Claims appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week, we're meeting with the Director of Government Affairs at the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, discussing Veteran legislation with a Minnesota House Representative and Chair of the Veterans and Military Affairs Division, and get an update from the Director of the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Guests include: Jon Kelly – Minnesota Department […] The post Military and Veterans Affairs Legislation appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week, we’ll sit down with a retired Colonel from the 133rd Airlift Wing to explore his 37-year journey with the Air National Guard. We’ll also bring you updates from the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs on the MN Veterans Homes, and hear from the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers. Guests include: Col […] The post 133rd Airlift Wing Career Spotlight and MN Veterans Homes Update appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week, we’ll explore creative arts and recreation therapy at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, connect with Beyond the Yellow Ribbon – Rosemount, MN, to see how they’re making a difference for local veterans, and receive an update from Senior Enlisted Advisor CSM Rost, U.S. Army. Guests include: Kristin Powell – Minneapolis VA Health […] The post Recreation & Creative Arts Therapy and Rosemont BTYR appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week, we’ll be connecting with Soldiers from the 34th Infantry Division who have recently returned from Operation Spartan Shield. We’ll also meet with members of the University of Minnesota’s ROTC program and receive an update from our Minnesota National Guard military producer. Guests include: LTC Jay Hackett – 34th Red Bull Infantry Division SGM […] The post 34th ID Return and UofM ROTC appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week we learn about the Outdoor Warrior Nation, meet with Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota and get an update from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Guests include: SGM (Ret.) Lisa Hungiville – Outdoor Warrior Nation  LTC (Ret.) Greg Hungiville – Outdoor Warrior Nation Adam Dorow – Lutheran Social Services of Minnesota Director Patrick […] The post Outdoor Warrior Nation and LSS Core Program appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week, we’ll introduce you to some Outstanding Airmen of the Year Candidates from the 133rd Airlift Wing, gain insights into the Simultaneous Membership Program from a University of Minnesota Twin Cities alumnus, and receive the latest updates from the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers. Guests include: MSgt Nicole Hetland – 133rd Airlift […] The post Airmen of the Year and ROTC/SMP Graduate appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week, we’ll be discussing alcohol use with the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, reflecting on the Beyond the Yellow Ribbon’s accomplishments in 2024 and their goals for 2025, and receive an update from our Command Senior Enlisted Leader. Guests include: Megan Welu – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Taylor Kristoffe-Jones – Beyond the Yellow […] The post Alcohol Use/Abuse Discussion and Beyond the Yellow Ribbon appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week, we are excited to present our annual “Year in Review” event, featuring special appearances by the Director of the Minneapolis VA Health Care System and Governor Tim Walz. This event will provide insightful reflections on the past year’s achievements, challenges, and future plans for Veterans in Minnesota. Guests include: Director Patrick Kelly – […] The post Minneapolis VA and State of Minnesota Year in Review appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week we have our Annual Chaplin's Christmas Show with four Chaplains from the Minnesota National Guard to discuss ministering to our troops and their families as well as a special Christmas Message/Prayer. Guests include: Ch Buddy Winn – Minnesota National Guard Ch Stephanie Christoffels – Minnesota National Guard Ch Michael Rivera – Minnesota National […] The post The Annual Chaplains Christmas Show appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week we have our annual Commanders Task Force Holiday Show with State Commanders from American Legion Department of Minnesota, DAV Department of Minnesota, JWVMN, Minnesota Paralyzed Veterans of America and Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Minnesota. Guests include: Dr. Carl Moon – American Legion Oather Martin – Disabled American Veterans Stewart Mednick – […] The post Commanders Task Force Holiday Show appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week, we’ll explore the Support Our Troops grant program through the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, meet with a Retirement Services Officer from the Minnesota Army National Guard, and receive an update from the MN Patriot Guard. Guests include: Heather Darby – Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Freddie Williams – Minnesota Army National Guard […] The post MDVA SOT Program and National Guard Retirement Benefits appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week, we’re coming to you live from Mancini's Steakhouse for the Jewish War Veterans Annual Membership Dinner, co-hosted with the Department Commander of the Jewish War Veterans, Department of Minnesota. We’ll dive into the history of Mancini's and its support for the military community, meet with the National Commander, and gain insight from the […] The post Jewish War Veterans Annual Membership Dinner appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

  This week we learn about the Armed Forces Service Center at MSP Airport, meet with the Tribal Veterans Service Officer from the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs and get an update from the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers. Guests include: Rick Dale – Armed Forces Service Center Debra Cain – Armed Forces […] The post Armed Forces Service Center and Tribal Veteran Service Officer appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week we meet with the Fargo VA Health Care System and learn about their Caregiver Support Program, discuss the various programs that the Beyond the Yellow Ribbon NE Metro offer and get an update from the Command Senior Enlisted Leader. Guests include: Shawn Abbas – Fargo VA Healthcare System Patti Sele – Fargo VA […] The post The Fargo VA and Northeast Metro BTYR appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week, we're talking Veteran Suicide Prevention with the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, saying farewell to our Military Producer from the Minnesota National Guard, and getting an update from the MN Patriot Guard. Guests include: Rachel Johnson – Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs 1LT Colton Rossow – Minnesota National Guard Craig Ugland – Minnesota […] The post Veterans Suicide Prevention and our Minnesota Military Radio Producer appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week our show features the Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs as our co-host. We'll dive into a special Veterans Day event organized by the Brown County Veteran’s Council, discuss various Veterans Day activities with the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, and get the latest updates from the Minneapolis VA Health Care […] The post Upcoming Veterans Day Events appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week we have the 2nd installment of engaging with the 34th Red Bull Infantry Division at Camp Arifjan to provide valuable insights into their experiences and challenges during deployment. Guests include: SFC Shane Kramer – Minnesota National Guard MAJ Michael Lowden – Minnesota National Guard SGT Josephine Lowden – Minnesota National Guard CPT Daniel […] The post 34th Infantry Division in Kuwait part 2 appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week we are engaging with the 34th Red Bull Infantry Division at Camp Arifjan to provide valuable insights into their experiences and challenges during deployment. Guests include: SGT Natasha Neu – 34th Red Bull Infantry Division SPC Samantha Melde – 34th Red Bull Infantry Division SPCEmily Melde – 34th Red Bull Infantry Division BG Joe […] The post 34th Infantry Division in Kuwait part 1 appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week we meet with the new Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Deputy Commissioner – Programs & Services, learn about Epilepsy Care with a Neurologist from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System and talk with Senator Amy Klobuchar at the Serving Our Troops event last weekend at Roy Wilkins Auditorium. Guests include: Ben Johnson – […] The post MDVA Deputy Commissioner and Epilepsy Care for Veterans appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week we meet with the Minnesota Department of Military Affairs and learn about the Minnesota National Guard’s Court of Honor and Flight of Honor Programs, discuss the 2024-2025 agenda with the new Commander of the American Legion Department of Minnesota and get an update from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Guests include: Don […] The post Minnesota Department of Military Affairs and American Legion Commander appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week we check in with the administrator of the Redwood Falls State Veterans Cemetery, discuss Veteran Suicide Prevention with the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs and get an update from the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers. Guests include: Chad Bonde – Redwood Falls State Veterans Cemetery Kristi Stites – Minnesota Department of […] The post Redwood Falls State Veterans Cemetery and Veteran Suicide Prevention appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week we learn about the new Women’s Clinic being built at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System meet with Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Company Replenex and get an update from the MN Patriot Guard. Guests include: Emma O'Brien – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Matt Cohen – Replenex Sara Wigdahl – Replenex Tim Leonhardt […] The post VA Women’s Clinic and BTYR Company Replenex appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week we learn about the Domiciliary Program at the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs and meet with Senior Army Reserve Officer Training Corps (Army ROTC). Guests include: Leah Killian Smith – Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs LTC John Nguyen  – Minnesota Army ROTC LTC Vic Trujillo – Minnesota Army ROTC Cadet Vang – Minnesota […] The post MDVA Domiciliary Program and Senior Army Reserve Officer Training Corps appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week we are recorded live from the Minnesota State Fair. Coming up on this weeks show, we host a round-table with the Adjutant General and Assistant Adjutant General of the Minnesota National Guard as well as the National Director of the Army National Guard. In our other segments we meet with and celebrate the […] The post 2024 Military Spouse Appreciation Day at the State Fair appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week we are recorded live from Military Appreciation Day at the Minnesota State Fair. We learn about a Service Dog program with Project Delta, meet with Folds of Honor Minnesota, discuss Career Opportunities at the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs and hear how Executives Mentoring Soldiers is helping Soldiers transition into the civilian workforce. […] The post 2024 Military Appreciation Day at the State Fair appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

  This week we learn about the Veteran Food Pantry program from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, meet with the Yellow Ribbon Alliance Lower St. Croix Valley (YRALSCV) and discuss their upcoming Field of Bands Concert, and get an update from the MNNG Command Senior Enlisted Leader. Guests include: Rachel Hammer – Minneapolis VA […] The post VA Food Pantry and Lower St. Croix Yellow Ribbon appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week we are recorded live from the 15th Annual Minnesota Military Family Foundation Golf Classic. We discuss the Minnesota Military Family Foundation with the Chairman and Board Members, learn about Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans, meet our event host Bunker Hills Golf Club (Coon Rapids, MN) and discuss the MMFF with Sponsor Anderson Engineering […] The post The 15th Annual MMFF Golf Classic appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week we learn about the Higher Education Veterans Program at the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, meet the new State Commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Minnesota and get an update from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Guests include: Dr. Edward Godfrey – Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Jim Miller […] The post MDVA Higher Education and New VFW Commander appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week we have a special show co-hosted with the Command Senior Enlisted leader of the Minnesota National Guard. On this weeks show we have a round-table discussion about current events and missions with the Senior Enlisted Leaders of the 133rd Airlift Wing and 148th Fighter Wing. Guests include: Command Chief Master Sergeant Lisa Erikson […] The post Events and Missions of the 133rd and 148th appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week we get a special call in from the 43rd Annual National Veterans Wheelchair Games (Adaptive Sports and Arts – U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs), learn about YMCA of the North becoming a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Company and get an update from the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers. Guest include: Rob […] The post National Veteran Wheelchair Games and YMCA of the North appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week we get an update from the MN Patriot Guard, learn about the current programs and future goals of Preventing Veteran Homelessness with the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, and meet with the Commander, CVMA MN 48-4(Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association of Minnesota). Guests include: Tim Leonhardt – Minnesota Patriot Guard Ali Kier – Minnesota […] The post Veteran Homelessness and Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week we learn about the upcoming Shoot for the Troops event, meet the new Commander of the DAV Department of Minnesota and get an update from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Guests include: Eduardo Suarez – Shoot for the Troops Commander Oather Martin – Disabled American Veterans, Department of Minnesota Director Patrick Kelly […] The post Shoot for the Troops and New DAV Commander appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

This week we meet with a Clinical Neuropsychologist, Physical Therapist and Dietitian from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System to talk about Healthy Aging, Diet and Physical Health. We also meet with the President of the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers and discuss benefits for our Aging Veterans. Guests include: Bridget Doane – […] The post Healthy Aging appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.