Raven Conversations

Raven Conversations - In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by MAJ (Ret.) Brian Nelson. Please tune in and listen to his journey in the Washington National Guard. He discusses his struggles, how he overcame them and his work with Unleashed at Stadium Bowl.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by COL (Ret.) Gregory Allen, former commander of the 96th Troop Command. Please tune in and listen to his journey from active duty to the National Guard and his experiences as a leader in the organization.

Raven Conversations - In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by COL (Ret) Bill Pola, previous commander of the 2nd Battalion, 205th Regimental Training Institute. Join us as he talks about his career while in the Washington National Guard and his career afterward.

Raven Conversations - In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by COL Matthew Cooper, United States Property and Fiscal Officer.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by SFC Leif Wywadis, a member of B Co., 181st Brigade Support Battalion. Tune in as he talks about the Washington Backcountry Hunters & Anglers.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we're joined by COL (Ret.) Adam Iwaszuk, director of the Construction and Facilities Management Office.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we take you on location to the Kingdom of Thailand, where we are joined by CW4 Ricky Thomas, Joint Force Headquarters Senior Maintenance Warrant Officer and 1SG Jacob Harrington, 1st Battalion 205th Regiment Regional Training Institute Chief Instructor. Tune in as they discuss the ongoing relationship with the Royal Thai Army through the State Partnership Program and the Stryker Maintenance Subject Matter Expert Exchange.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, Brig. Gen. (R) Jeremy Horn talks about his career after retiring from the Washington National Guard with Alaska and Horizon Airlines

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by Maj. Drew Nevins, Information Operations officer with the 156th Information Operations Battalion. Drew shares his Guard story, talks about his time in recruiting, military police, but also as a civilian working for Amazon.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by MAJ Shaun Neil, a member of the 56th Theater Information Operations Group. Tune in as he talks about his career in the National Guard and how he got involved with Think Twice. Learn more about Think Twice at https://www.duiprevention.org On Instagram @thinktwice_savelives and Facebook at Think twice save lives

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by SGM (R) Bob Sweeney, President of the Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States (EANGUS). Tune in as he speaks about his journey in the National Guard and how he continues to serve service members through EANGUS.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we invite guest host CMSgt Allan Lawson, State Senior Enlisted Leader and guest SGT Matt Sprowl, a member of the 122nd Theater Public Affairs Support Element. Tune in as SGT Sprowl talks about his motivation in serving the community in two different uniforms.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, SFC Rebecca Gines, the Recruit Sustainment Program Area 2 NCOIC, discusses RSP and how it has helped soldiers during their Initial Entry Training.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by MAJ Josh Sternberg, Commander of 1st Squadron, 303rd Cavalry, A Troop. Tune in as he shares his journey in the National Guard.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, Col. Brian Bergren and CMSgt John Austin join us to discuss the 194th Wing and their vision for it.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by LTC Marco Brettmann, Commandant of the Western Region Counter Drug Training Center. Listen in as LTC Brettmann talks about the Western Region Counter Drug Training Center and his career in the 420th Chemical Battalion.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by SSG Wilding and SSG Yoder.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by COL (Ret) Kevin McMahan, Washington Assistant Secretary of State. Tune in, as he speaks about his time in the National Guard and how he transitioned into serving as the Assistant Secretary of State.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by COL Tim Ozmer, WA National Guard Director of Operations and Commander of the 205th Regional Training Institute. You don't want to miss out on this episode, as COL Ozmer shares his personal story about resiliency.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, MAJ Laura Dutton shares her journey in the National Guard.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, 2LT Taylor Anderson, a member of A Co, 1-161st Infantry Battalion talks about how he direct commissioned from Sergeant First Class to Second Lieutenant in the Washington Army National Guard.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by MAJ Sameer Puri, WA ARNG Chief Information Officer. MAJ Puri shares his story of coming to the US and how he ended up in the Washington National Guard.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we talk to the Col. Craig Broyles, commander of the 81st Stryker Brigade Combat Team about his leadership philosophies, what is happening in the 81st SBCT, about the Army School of Advanced Military Studies (SAMS) and his college football career.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we talk to the 37th Adjutant General of Washington State, Maj. Gen. Gent Welsh. Tune in to this special episode, as he shares his guard story and his vision for the Washington National Guard.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we talk to SSG Kimberly Marble, a member of the 156th Information Operations Battalion. Join us as SSG Marble shares what Hispanic Heritage Month means to her.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we talk to SFC Pedro Cordoba, Recruiter with the Washington Army National Guard Recruiting and Retention Battalion. Join us as he shares his 30-year journey in the National Guard.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we invite guest host Hollie Stark, Outreach Program Manager for the Washington Emergency Management Division. Tune in as she interviews Ethan Weller, Tsunami Program Coordinator for the Washington Emergency Management Division. Don't miss out on key points about preparing for a disaster.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, Chief Master Sergeant Allan Lawson, Command Chief for the Washington Air National Guard, hosts his first airman-to-airman podcast. Tune in, as SSgt Ciara Love talks about her journey in the Washington Air National Guard.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by SFC Todd Smelcer, G4/State FLIPL Manager. Tune in, as SFC Smelcer shares his guard story and how he got into a career in comedy.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by LTC Nick Stuart, Commander of the 1-161 Infantry Battalion. LTC Stuart talks about the battalion and his experience coming up the ranks within the unit.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we welcome SrA Khoa Tran, an ADC Engineer for Amazon Web Services. Tran shares his journey into the Washington National Guard as a first-generation immigrant to the US and how the skills he acquired in the National Guard played a role in his civilian career.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by SMSgt Chris Martin, Superintendent of the 194th Security Forces Squadron. Tune in to see what it takes to be a part of the Security Force Squadron. ➡Don't forget to like, subscribe and turn on the bell notification to be notified of future Raven Conversations video podcasts. ➡Keep up with what's going on in the Washington National Guard by following us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/washingtonguard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wanationalguard

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by former WA National Guard Inspector General, COL Richard Kelling, Ret. who is now the Assistant to the Assistant Director of the Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs. Make sure you tune in to learn more about the benefits and assistance the WDVA offers. ➡Learn more about the Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs here: https://www.dva.wa.gov/ ➡Don't forget to like, subscribe and turn on the bell notification to be notified of future Raven Conversations video podcasts. ➡Keep up with what's going on in the Washington National Guard by following us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/washingtonguard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wanationalguard

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by the McGill brothers, MSgt Joel McGill and TSgt John McGill. The brothers share their experience serving in the Washington National Guard together. They also talk about the Multi-Capable Airman Course which they recently graduated from.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by MAJ Jack Meeker from the National Guard Bureau's Strategic Plans Integration Branch. Tune in as he shares his experience working in the Strategic Plans Integration Branch for NGB as a member of the Washington National Guard.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by the recruiters of the Air National Guard, 194th Wing as they share their success story that led them to become the Air National Guard Recruiting Unit of the Year.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by Army Aviation Sustainment Facility Supervisor, CPT Taylor Payne. He shares his Guard story, his families ties to service and how he has become involved with the State Partnership Program and National Guard Association. ➡Don't forget to like, subscribe and turn on the bell notification to be notified of future Raven Conversations video podcasts. ➡Keep up with what's going on in the Washington National Guard by following us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/washingtonguard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wanationalguard

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by SGT Edward Oh and SPC Nathan Hean. The two service members talk about the Washington National Guard Marksmanship Team and their experiences competing in various competitions. ➡Don't forget to like, subscribe and turn on the bell notification to be notified of future Raven Conversations video podcasts. ➡Keep up with what's going on in the Washington National Guard by following us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/washingtonguard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wanationalguard

In this episode of Raven Conversations, Majors Laura Dutton and Callie Kiaunis talk with Col. (Ret) Margarethe Cammermeyer, who was a pioneer for overturning the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy, after being removed from service in 1992 for identifying as a lesbian after nearly 30 years of service. In 1995, her book, "Serving in Silence" was turned into a movie, starring Glenn Close and Judy Davis.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by 133rd Army National Guard Band Director, WO1 Matt Wenman. Tune in as we talk about the 133rd Army National Guard Band and how you can join the band.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, TSgt Andrew Apple joins us and discusses his experience at the State of the Union Address.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by TSgt Emily Hanson and TSgt Britanny Arnald, both recruiters from the 141st Air Refueling Wing. Join us as we talk about transitioning from different branches into the Washington Air National Guard.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by SSgt Aaron Hamilton and SSgt Ernaldo Vazquez, both recruiters from the 141st Air Refueling Wing. Join us as we talk about the Air National Guard.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by language professionals from the 341st Military Intelligence Battalion. Tune in as we talk about the benefits of being a linguist in the Washington Army National Guard while enjoying some cultural dishes.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, MSgt Sa Faumuina, First Sergeant for the 194th Medical Group and Bryan Bales, Program Manager for the Wellness, Arts, and the Military Program talk about their program. Tune in to see what arts programming grants, training, funding, and outreach are available for you. ➡For more information on the Wellness, Arts, and the Military Program, please visit https://www.arts.wa.gov/wam/

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by the Washington Army National Guard Commanding General, Brig. Gen. Paul Sellars. Tune in as BG Sellars shares his vision for the Washington Army National Guard and his thoughts on the keys to success as a servicemember.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, the Joint Services Support (JSS) team joins us to talk about the various programs and services the JSS provides for all Washington Guardsmen, reserve, veterans and family members. ➡Learn more about the Joint Services Support here: https://mil.wa.gov/family-programs ➡Contact the Joint Services Support: https://mil.wa.gov/contacts

In this episode of Raven Conversations, COL Matthew James, 81st SBCT Commander and CSM Kelly Wickel, 81st SBCT Command Sergeant Major talk about the upcoming Raven Rendezvous. Tune in to find out who's invited, what to expect and why it is important to come together during military events like this.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by COL Angela Gentry, Director of Joint Operations and CSM Amelia Patterson, 56th Theater Information Operations Group CSM. The two leaders share their experiences in the military as female soldiers and touch on how things have changed for women in the military throughout the years.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, in celebration of Women's History Month, we are joined by two female guest hosts and a panel of female service members. Tune in to listen to their journey in the Washington National Guard.

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by SFC JoAnn Mebane, a member of the 122nd Theater Public Affairs Support Element who talks about her journey in the military.