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Season 3, Episode 1. Host: Shawn McKinnon, Founder of the H.A.V.E. Project. Guest: Mark Alred, Lt Col (Retired). Mark is a former US Air Force Lt. Col. fighter pilot who led F15 Eagle Strike missions in the Gulf War. Hear his testimony of his military career and experiences flying F15Es into combat. Mark is a community activist within the Owasso, OK area and enjoys helping others in need.    Books mentioned in this podcast: "Strike Eagle: Flying the F-15E in the Gulf War" by William L. Smallwood "The Fist of God" by Fredrick Forsyth Websites mentioned in this podcast: www.prcowasso.org (Pregnancy Resource Center of Owasso) Music from: "4BC" on freesound.org, "TexasMusicForge" on freesound.org, and "Music by "Tri-Tachyon - https://soundcloud.com/tri-tachyon/albums" on freeesound.org.  2020 The H.A.V.E. Project productions. www.thehaveproject.com Find us on Facebook/Instagram

This episode features WNY musician, Vincent Bonelli. Vincent was one of the many artists featured on our 2020 Music for Vets series on the HAVE Project Facebook page. Vincent was born in 2003 and has been playing guitar since he was five years old. His music and performing is his passion. Vincent released his first record at age fifteen titled Lines. He works with some of Buffalo, New York's finest musicians to create memorable performances. Vincent performs as a solo, duo, trio, or six piece. Music Genres Vincent plays a variety of music including genres like Jazz, Soft Rock, Rhythm And Blues, and Rock. He performs originals and covers. Please check out his music, videos and social media sites: https://www.vincentbonelli.com/ Facebook page: "Vincent Bonelli" Instagram page: @vincentbonelli Host: Shawn McKinnon, Founder of the H.A.V.E. Project. Sponsorship: Wendy Weinstein, MD. Board Certified Psychiatrist. 651 Delaware Ave, Buffalo NY. (716)-362-1210. Music from: "4BC" on freesound.org, "TexasMusicForge" on freesound.org, and "Music by "Tri-Tachyon - https://soundcloud.com/tri-tachyon/albums" on freeesound.org.  2020 The H.A.V.E. Project productions. www.thehaveproject.com Find us on Facebook/Instagram

This STOPPAGE time episode is a short, fun, witty session of Q & A featuring WNY musician Noah Moses.   Host: Shawn McKinnon, Founder of the H.A.V.E. Project. Sponsorship: Wendy Weinstein, MD. Board Certified Psychiatrist. 651 Delaware Ave, Buffalo NY. (716)-362-1210. Music from: "4BC" on freesound.org, "TexasMusicForge" on freesound.org, and "Music by "Tri-Tachyon - https://soundcloud.com/tri-tachyon/albums" on freeesound.org.  2020 The H.A.V.E. Project productions. www.thehaveproject.com Find us on Facebook/Instagram

This episode features WNY musician, Noah Moses. Noah Moses was our host of the H.A.V.E. Project's music for Vets series on Facebook. Noah has also been one our premiere bands to play at the H.A.V.E. Project's street parties. Noah Moses is an up and coming, harmonica driven, Americana artist. His unique sound stems from the stylings of classic roots music, with a a modern flair. His goal is to create a bridge to memories of the past, and the hope of a better future.  Locally, Noah's been a special guest at the Tralf, headlined at the Hard Rock Cafe, been seen on Channel 7 News, and "AM Buffalo" to name a few of his memorable shows! Please check out his music videos and social media sites: https://youtu.be/pl-saiYBa3w (Music video on YouTube) Facebook page: "NoahMosesMusic" Instagram: "noah moses music" Host: Shawn McKinnon, Founder of the H.A.V.E. Project. Sponsorship: Wendy Weinstein, MD. Board Certified Psychiatrist. 651 Delaware Ave, Buffalo NY. (716)-362-1210. Music from: "4BC" on freesound.org, "TexasMusicForge" on freesound.org, and "Music by "Tri-Tachyon - https://soundcloud.com/tri-tachyon/albums" on freeesound.org.  2020 The H.A.V.E. Project productions. www.thehaveproject.com Find us on Facebook/Instagram

This STOPPAGE time episode is a short, fun, witty session of Q & A featuring WNY musician Jason Moynihan. Jason's father was in the Air Force when he was young and he has a heart for Veterans. As an adult, Jason is a professional freelance musician that plays Saxophone, Piano, and Guitar. He has an extensive experience in touring, recording and education.  Jason graduated from Berklee College of  Music in '94 (Music Performance and a Minor in Arranging). In late 1999, while playing in various bands in Chicago, he was asked to play with the legendary Blues, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and 6 time Grammy award winner, Buddy Guy. He played in Buddy Guy's band from 1999 until 2006. They played every state in America and 20+ countries, in just the first two years. Jason's passport had "more stamps than a stamp collection." While playing with Mr. Guy, he also got a chance to be on national television a half dozen times (The Tonight Show with Jay Leno 3 times, Craig Ferguson Show twice, Jimmie Kimmel Show and The Jools Holland Show in the UK with REM and Yoko Ono).  Throughout Jason's amazing career he has played with some of his idols while with Mr.Guy...Carlos Santana, Rolling Stones, Dave Matthews, Robert Plant, B.B. King, Jimmie Vaughan, John Mayer, Johnny Lang, Zak Wylde, Jools Holland, Cheryl Crow, Robert Cray, Dr.John, Van Morrison, Little Milton, Kid Rock, Ike Turner, Actor Richard Gere,  Lou Ann Barton, Kim Wilson, and many others. To find out more info on Jason check out his website:  http://www.jaysax.com/ Here is a great video of Jay in The Buddy Guy Band with  Superstar John Mayer @ Farm Aid 2005: https://youtu.be/WaFMC8ODHf0 Here is another video of Jay in The Buddy Guy Band with Guitar Legend Carlos Santana @ The Montreux Jazz Festival in Montreux, Switzerland 2004: https://youtu.be/AShGBgfRgEA Discography (selected) : Carlos Santana Carlos Santana- Plays Blues at Montreux 2004 (2008 single 90min. DVD/Eagle Rock Entertainment) Carlos Santana Presents:  Blues at Montreux 2004 (2006  3 DVD Box Set/Eagle Rock Entertainment). Buddy Guy Buddy Guy Box Set (2007 3 DVD Box Set/Silvertone Records). Buddy Guy Live at Legends January 2004 (11 Live Cd's)(2004 Pirate Entertainment/Silvertone Records).   Host: Shawn McKinnon, Founder of the H.A.V.E. Project. Sponsorship: Wendy Weinstein, MD. Board Certified Psychiatrist. 651 Delaware Ave, Buffalo NY. (716)-362-1210. Music from: "4BC" on freesound.org, "TexasMusicForge" on freesound.org, and "Music by "Tri-Tachyon - https://soundcloud.com/tri-tachyon/albums" on freeesound.org.  2020 The H.A.V.E. Project productions. www.thehaveproject.com Find us on Facebook/Instagram

This episode features WNY musician Jason Moynihan. Jason's father was in the Air Force when he was young and he has a heart for Veterans. As an adult, Jason is a professional freelance musician that plays Saxophone, Piano, and Guitar. He has an extensive experience in touring, recording and education.  Jason graduated from Berklee College of  Music in '94 (Music Performance and a Minor in Arranging). In late 1999, while playing in various bands in Chicago, he was asked to play with the legendary Blues, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and 6 time Grammy award winner, Buddy Guy. He played in Buddy Guy's band from 1999 until 2006. They played every state in America and 20+ countries, in just the first two years. Jason's passport had "more stamps than a stamp collection." While playing with Mr. Guy, he also got a chance to be on national television a half dozen times (The Tonight Show with Jay Leno 3 times, Craig Ferguson Show twice, Jimmie Kimmel Show and The Jools Holland Show in the UK with REM and Yoko Ono).  Throughout Jason's amazing career he has played with some of his idols while with Mr.Guy...Carlos Santana, Rolling Stones, Dave Matthews, Robert Plant, B.B. King, Jimmie Vaughan, John Mayer, Johnny Lang, Zak Wylde, Jools Holland, Cheryl Crow, Robert Cray, Dr.John, Van Morrison, Little Milton, Kid Rock, Ike Turner, Actor Richard Gere,  Lou Ann Barton, Kim Wilson, and many others. Jason shared with us about his experiences in life and everything that he has been through to become the person he is today. His interview is candid and very heartfelt. We hope you enjoy the interview as much we enjoyed recording it. To find out more info on Jason check out his website:  http://www.jaysax.com/ Here is a great video of Jay in The Buddy Guy Band with  Superstar John Mayer @ Farm Aid 2005: https://youtu.be/WaFMC8ODHf0 Here is another video of Jay in The Buddy Guy Band with Guitar Legend Carlos Santana @ The Montreux Jazz Festival in Montreux, Switzerland 2004: https://youtu.be/AShGBgfRgEA Discography (selected) : Carlos Santana Carlos Santana- Plays Blues at Montreux 2004 (2008 single 90min. DVD/Eagle Rock Entertainment) Carlos Santana Presents:  Blues at Montreux 2004 (2006  3 DVD Box Set/Eagle Rock Entertainment). Buddy Guy Buddy Guy Box Set (2007 3 DVD Box Set/Silvertone Records). Buddy Guy Live at Legends January 2004 (11 Live Cd's)(2004 Pirate Entertainment/Silvertone Records).   Host: Shawn McKinnon, Founder of the H.A.V.E. Project. Sponsorship: Wendy Weinstein, MD. Board Certified Psychiatrist. 651 Delaware Ave, Buffalo NY. (716)-362-1210. Music from: "4BC" on freesound.org, "TexasMusicForge" on freesound.org, and "Music by "Tri-Tachyon - https://soundcloud.com/tri-tachyon/albums" on freeesound.org.  2020 The H.A.V.E. Project productions. www.thehaveproject.com Find us on Facebook/Instagram

This STOPPAGE time episode is a short, fun, witty session of Q & A with Kristen Smith, DPT. Kristen is a Physical Therapist and Founder of Laps for Limbs. Laps for Limbs Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization that is an ability-focused, community-oriented, non-profit organization that raises awareness and funds for local children and veterans with limb loss and limb differences. Laps for Limbs was inspired by a small Buffalo, NY amputee support group that expressed the lack of awareness and support for their needs in 2011. The inaugural Laps for Limbs of Western New York (WNY) took place on March 25th, 2012 at St. Francis High School in Hamburg, NY. To date, the event has raised over $70,000 and participants have completed 2,265 miles in support of local amputees. The event continues to gain support and add unique and meaningful experiences that enrich our communities. Laps for Limbs events promote accessibility and inclusion, open to people of all abilities and ages. Their walk/run/roll events create community advocacy for amputees, in a family-friendly environment, while raising funds to promote improved quality of life. Funds raised promote improved community and home accessibility, increased availability of adaptive equipment for everyday living, and increased availability of adaptive equipment for participation in recreation and sport. www.lapsforlimbs.org  Host: Shawn McKinnon, Founder of the H.A.V.E. Project. Sponsorship: Wendy Weinstein, MD. Board Certified Psychiatrist. 651 Delaware Ave, Buffalo NY. (716)-362-1210. Music from: "4BC" on freesound.org, "TexasMusicForge" on freesound.org, and "Music by "Tri-Tachyon - https://soundcloud.com/tri-tachyon/albums" on freeesound.org.  2020 The H.A.V.E. Project productions. www.thehaveproject.com Find us on Facebook/Instagram

This episode is with Kristen Smith, DPT. Kristen is a Physical Therapist and Founder of Laps for Limbs. Laps for Limbs Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization that is an ability-focused, community-oriented, non-profit organization that raises awareness and funds for local children and veterans with limb loss and limb differences. Laps for Limbs was inspired by a small Buffalo, NY amputee support group that expressed the lack of awareness and support for their needs in 2011. The inaugural Laps for Limbs of Western New York (WNY) took place on March 25th, 2012 at St. Francis High School in Hamburg, NY. To date, the event has raised over $70,000 and participants have completed 2,265 miles in support of local amputees. The event continues to gain support and add unique and meaningful experiences that enrich our communities. Laps for Limbs events promote accessibility and inclusion, open to people of all abilities and ages. Their walk/run/roll events create community advocacy for amputees, in a family-friendly environment, while raising funds to promote improved quality of life. Funds raised promote improved community and home accessibility, increased availability of adaptive equipment for everyday living, and increased availability of adaptive equipment for participation in recreation and sport. www.lapsforlimbs.org  Host: Shawn McKinnon, Founder of the H.A.V.E. Project. Sponsorship: Wendy Weinstein, MD. Board Certified Psychiatrist. 651 Delaware Ave, Buffalo NY. (716)-362-1210. Music from: "4BC" on freesound.org, "TexasMusicForge" on freesound.org, and "Music by "Tri-Tachyon - https://soundcloud.com/tri-tachyon/albums" on freeesound.org.  2020 The H.A.V.E. Project productions. www.thehaveproject.com Find us on Facebook/Instagram  

This is the "STOPPAGE TIME" (extra recording) of Season 2, Episode 2 with Chief Master Sergeant Robert T. Ward (Ret.). He is the current Director of Veteran Services at D'Youville College. "STOPPAGE TIME", like in professional soccer, is extra time added on to the normal amount of time. These short (less than 5 minutes) extra recordings provide light-hearted insight into the mind/heart of our episode guest. In other words, its a few minutes of fun! Chief served as Outreach coordinator for Veterans One Stop Center. Prior to that he was the Aerial Port Manager for the 107th AW, Niagara Fall ARB, Niagara Fall, NY, managing day to day operations for Passenger Service, Air Cargo Loading and Air Drop loading & recovering for aircrew training. Chief Ward's military career started in 1977 after high school, enlisting in the US Air Force, as a Weapons System Tech, stationed in Myrtle Beach SC from 1977-79 working on the A-10 aircraft. In 1979 he transferred into the NY Air National Guard, Niagara Falls. He became a full-time technician at Niagara ARB in 1981, working as a Weapons System Tech., on the F4C, F4D, and F16ADF aircraft. In 1991, when the wing transitioned to the KC-135R, he transitioned to Ground Safety and worked as the full-time Quality Advisor. Chief Ward then cross-trained to Logistics Management Specialist, deploying twice in support of the War on Terrorism to Germany & Oman. He then cross-trained to Air Transportation as an Air Transportation Manager in 2008 for the newly established Small Air terminal with the wings transition to C-130H aircraft, where he deployed to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.  Host: Shawn McKinnon, founder of the H.A.V.E. Project. Recorded at This Little Pig Restaurant. Sponsorship: Wendy Weinstein, MD. Board Certified Psychiatrist. 651 Delaware Ave, Buffalo NY. (716)-362-1210. Music from: "4BC" on freesound.org, "TexasMusicForge"  on freesound.org, and "Music by "Tri-Tachyon - https://soundcloud.com/tri-tachyon/albums" on freeesound.org. 2020 The H.A.V.E. Project productions. Find us on Facebook/Instagram www.thehaveproject.com

This episode is with Chief Master Sergeant Robert T. Ward (Ret.). He is the current Director of Veterans Services at D'Youville College. Chief served as Outreach coordinator for Veterans One Stop Center. Prior to that he was the Aerial Port Manager for the 107th AW, Niagara Fall ARB, Niagara Fall, NY, managing day to day operations for Passenger Service, Air Cargo Loading and Air Drop loading & recovering for aircrew training. Chief Ward's military career started in 1977 after high school, enlisting in the US Air Force, as a Weapons System Tech, stationed in Myrtle Beach SC from 1977-79 working on the A-10 aircraft. In 1979 he transferred into the NY Air National Guard, Niagara Falls. He became a full-time technician at Niagara ARB in 1981, working as a Weapons System Tech., on the F4C, F4D, and F16ADF aircraft. In 1991, when the wing transitioned to the KC-135R, he transitioned to Ground Safety and worked as the full-time Quality Advisor. Chief Ward then cross-trained to Logistics Management Specialist, deploying twice in support of the War on Terrorism to Germany & Oman. He then cross-trained to Air Transportation as an Air Transportation Manager in 2008 for the newly established Small Air terminal with the wings transition to C-130H aircraft, where he deployed to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.  Host: Shawn McKinnon, founder of the H.A.V.E. Project. Recorded at This Little Pig Restaurant. Sponsorship: Wendy Weinstein, MD. Board Certified Psychiatrist. 651 Delaware Ave, Buffalo NY. (716)-362-1210. Music from: "4BC" on freesound.org, "TexasMusicForge"  on freesound.org, and "Music by "Tri-Tachyon - https://soundcloud.com/tri-tachyon/albums" on freeesound.org. 2020 The H.A.V.E. Project productions. www.thehaveproject.com, Find us on Facebook/Instagram

The H.A.V.E. Project (Helping Assist Veterans Everyday) Podcast Season 2, Episode 1 "STOPPAGE TIME" (extra recording). Guest: Alyssa Vasquez. "STOPPAGE TIME", like in professional soccer, is extra time added on to the normal amount of time. These extra recordings provide light-hearted insight into the mind/heart of our episode guest. In other words, its a few minutes of fun! Alyssa is our first woman veteran guest on the podcast show. She is a program manager at the Veterans One-stop Center (Buffalo, NY); she manages We Are Dwyer, veteran-to-veteran program, Operation Caregiver, veteran caregiver program, and Operation COM (children of the military). www.vocwny.org, WeAreDwyer@vocwny.org, 716-898-0110 (ext. 108). Alyssa served in the US Army for 13 years as a Drill Sergeant, and Geospatial Engineer, completing 3 tours overseas. Host: Shawn McKinnon, founder of the H.A.V.E. Project. Recorded at This Little Pig Restaurant. www.thehaveproject.com, Find us on Facebook/Instagram 2020 The H.A.V.E. Project productions

The H.A.V.E. Project (Helping Assist Veterans Everyday) Podcast Season 2, Episode 1. Guest: Alyssa Vasquez.  Alyssa is our first woman veteran guest on the podcast show. She is a program manager at the Veterans One-stop Center (Buffalo, NY); she manages We Are Dwyer, veteran-to-veteran program, Operation Caregiver, veteran caregiver program, and Operation COM (children of the military). www.vocwny.org, WeAreDwyer@vocwny.org, 716-898-0110 (ext. 108). Alyssa served in the US Army for 13 years as a Drill Sergeant, and Geospatial Engineer, completing 3 tours overseas.  Host: Shawn McKinnon, founder of the H.A.V.E. Project. Recorded at This Little Pig Restaurant. www.thehaveproject.com, Find us on Facebook/Instagram 2020 The H.A.V.E. Project productions.

The H.A.V.E. Project (Helping Assist Veterans Everyday) Podcast episode 4. WNY native, WWII Navy Veteran Fran Lucca. Mr. Lucca is a retired print, wire service and broadcast investigative reporter and 1999 Inductee into the Buffalo Broadcasters Hall of Fame. Fran is a local broadcasting legend for WBEN and WIVB and is a brand new book author. His new book is titled "Escape to Nowhere" (found on Amazon.com). Please check out his YouTube channel self-titled "Fran Lucca". The channel has many informative videos about the WNY area that were aired on television years go. Fran shared with us about his experiences in WWII, his personal highlights/careers and his love for WNY. Host: Shawn McKinnon, Founder of The H.A.V.E. Project (Helping Assist Veterans Everyday). Recorded at This Little Pig Restaurant (Williamsville, NY). Music from: "4BC" on freesound.org, "TexasMusicForge" on freesound.org, and "Music by "Tri-Tachyon - https://soundcloud.com/tri-tachyon/albums" on freeesound.org. 2019 The H.A.V.E. Project productions.

Guest; WNY Marine Veteran and burn victim, Jacob McMahon. He shares with us about his experiences in the Marine Corps. and his ability to overcome a life-changing incident. Jacob is a man who believes in serving the community. He is a firefighter and he is the youngest person to ever run for Erie County Legislator. We hope you enjoy his straight forward, positive outlook on life. Its Veterans like him, that are out there making a difference in the community.  Host: Shawn McKinnon, Founder of The H.A.V.E. Project (Helping Assist Veterans Everyday). Recorded at This Little Pig Restaurant (Williamsville, NY). Music from: "4BC" on freesound.org, "TexasMusicForge"  on freesound.org, and "Music by "Tri-Tachyon - https://soundcloud.com/tri-tachyon/albums" on freeesound.org. 2019 The H.A.V.E. Project productions.

The H.A.V.E. Project (Helping Assist Veterans Everyday) Podcast. Helping to bridge the gap between the Veteran community and the community at large. Host: Shawn McKinnon (founder of The H.A.V.E. Project). Guest: Mike Casinelli, WNY musician (guitarist, lead vocals of The Cradle Band). Mike is a WNY musician that was born on an Air Force base and comes from a military family. He is also a cancer survivor, and plays guitar every other week at Roswell Park Cancer Institute (Buffalo, NY). Join us as he shares about his amazing life experiences and we had a chance to record him playing a song for us at the podcast recording. We hope you enjoy!   Podcast was recorded at This Little Pig restaurant (https://www.thislittlepigeats.com) Music for the podcast was used from Freesound.org 4barrelcarb "nylon-string-guitar-with-steel-string-bass, Texasmusicforge "Dandelion", Tri-Tachyon "ellary_jazzyvibes-#36-loop-smoothjazz" Find us on Facebook ("The HAVE Project")

The H.A.V.E. Project Podcast with guest Jeremy Guarino. WNY Marine Veteran, American Ninja Warrior Finalist (Season 7; Military Finals), Discovery Channel's American Tarzan winner, and owner of BAMF Gym (Build a Machine Fitness) in Tonawanda, NY. The H.A.V.E. Project podcasts are way to bridge the gap between the local Veteran community and the community at-large.  Host: Shawn McKinnon, Founder of The H.A.V.E. Project (Helping Assist Veterans Everyday). Find us on Facebook ("The HAVE Project).