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The Joint Readiness Training Center is pleased to present the seventy-sixth episode to air on ‘The Crucible - The JRTC Experience.' Hosted by the Command Sergeant Major of Ops Group (CMOG), CSM Michael Hall. Today's guest is MSG William Kocken, which is the Operations Sergeant Major for 2nd Battalion, 127th Infantry Regiment.   The 2nd Battalion, 127th Infantry Regiment of the Red Arrow Brigade, 32nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team (IBCT) of the Wisconsin Army National Guard, has a distinguished history of service. Known for its long-standing tradition of excellence in both state and national missions, the battalion's motto, Les Terribles—meaning “The Terrible Ones”—reflects its fierce combat reputation earned during World War I. The Red Arrow Brigade, of which the 2-127th is a part, derives its name from its ability to pierce enemy lines during both world wars, symbolizing the unit's strength and perseverance. They have the Hollywood call-sign of “Black Hats” (the BCT's call-sign is “Red Arrow”), the nickname of “Wisconsin Volunteers,” and the brigade's motto of “Forward.”   In this episode we discuss the lessons learned at the battalion echelon for conducting large scale combat operations across multiple domains, particularly in logistics, communications, and standards of discipline. One of the key takeaways was the challenge of maintaining efficient communication across dispersed units, especially during large-scale combat operations (LSCO). Unlike Active Duty forces, the Army National Guard (ARNG) faces unique difficulties in ensuring smooth, real-time communication, which became a critical area for improvement. Additionally, the exercise exposed gaps in logistical sustainment, as ARNG units struggled with coordinating supplies, equipment, and personnel over extended operations. This highlighted the need for more robust logistical planning and the importance of developing a deeper understanding of how to sustain operations in high-intensity environments.   Best practices that emerged from the rotation included a renewed emphasis on “brilliance in the basics” and reinforcing standards and discipline. The importance of mastering fundamental soldiering skills, such as maintaining noise and light discipline, digging proper fighting positions, and ensuring basic field craft, became apparent. Leaders realized that gaps in these areas could have serious consequences in LSCO, where the margin for error is small. The exercise also demonstrated that success depends on rigorous preparation and adhering to the most basic tasks, which in turn allows units to perform better in more complex and dynamic scenarios. Commanders stressed the importance of repetitive training in these foundational areas to ensure that soldiers can respond effectively in high-pressure situations and adapt to modern battlefield demands.   Part of S02 “If I Would Have Only Known” series.   For additional information and insights from this episode, please check-out our Instagram page @the_jrtc_crucible_podcast   Be sure to follow us on social media to keep up with the latest warfighting TTPs learned through the crucible that is the Joint Readiness Training Center.   Follow us by going to: https://linktr.ee/jrtc and then selecting your preferred podcast format.   Again, we'd like to thank our guests for participating. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and review us wherever you listen or watch your podcasts — and be sure to stay tuned for more in the near future.   “The Crucible – The JRTC Experience” is a product of the Joint Readiness Training Center.

Lessons in leadership from combat to community; a discussion with retired Maine ARNG Lieutenant Colonel Darryl Lyon with host Rob Carmichael.

The Joint Readiness Training Center is pleased to present the seventy-fourth episode to air on ‘The Crucible - The JRTC Experience.' Hosted by the Task Force Senior for the Leader Training Program, LTC Drew Zabriskie on behalf of the Commander of Ops Group (COG). Today's guests are BG Eric Riley & CSM Jeremy Carver of the Oregon Army National Guard.   BG Riley is the Commanding General and CSM Carver is the Senior Enlisted Leader for the Land Component Command of OR ARNG. BG Riley is additionally the Deputy Commanding General–ARNG for the US Army's Maneuver Center of Excellence.   The Oregon Army National Guard's lineage starts with the history of the militia, which dates back to the establishment of the first Oregon militia in 1843. However, the present ARNG was not established until after 1903. The modern Guard includes citizen soldiers, and its motto is "When we are needed, we are there." It responds to state and national emergencies, military conflicts and international natural disasters as well as conducts search and rescue operations when required. It consists of 41 armories across 33 communities.   In this episode, we discuss hard-hitting lessons on resilience, communication, and mastering the basics, all crucial for thriving in the high-stakes environment of large-scale combat operations. Our guests noted how enduring the physical and mental hardships of the rotation strengthened the soldiers' ability to adapt and persevere. They highlighted that even small issues, such as a lack of communication or minor logistical oversights, could quickly compound into larger problems in a high-stress environment, such as combat. The training reinforced that resilience is not just physical endurance but also the ability to maintain operational effectiveness under continuous pressure. Commanders must ensure that soldiers are prepared for the reality of LSCO, where supply shortages and logistical challenges are the norm, rather than the exception, unlike the relative comforts experienced during previous conflicts.   The discussion also underscored the necessity of mastering the basics, or “brilliance in the basics,” particularly in areas like communication, logistics, and warfighting skills. This is especially true in maintaining soldier discipline at echelon and across every phase of the operation. Effective communication across all levels is vital to ensure accurate reporting, coordination, and execution of tasks. In the LSCO environment, missteps in communication can have far-reaching consequences, and units must be proficient in using equipment and ensuring clear lines of communication. Similarly, logistical planning must be meticulous, with attention given to both what is brought to the field and what is left behind. The training also revealed the need for proficiency in foundational warfighting skills, from individual tasks to large-unit maneuvers, ensuring that units can operate effectively in multiple domains, including land, air, and cyber, while facing the challenges of modern, complex battlefields.   Part of S01 “The Leader's Laboratory” series.   For additional information and insights from this episode, please check-out our Instagram page @the_jrtc_crucible_podcast   Be sure to follow us on social media to keep up with the latest warfighting TTPs learned through the crucible that is the Joint Readiness Training Center.   Follow us by going to: https://linktr.ee/jrtc and then selecting your preferred podcast format.   Again, we'd like to thank our guests for participating. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and review us wherever you listen or watch your podcasts — and be sure to stay tuned for more in the near future.   “The Crucible – The JRTC Experience” is a product of the Joint Readiness Training Center.

Two soldiers from the U.S. Army National Guard Warrior Training Center will be competing in the 2024 Best Ranger Competition (BRC) to be held 12-14 April 2024. A two-person team that has made the cut of 50 where one team will be named the winners and become BEST RANGER! The 2024 Best Ranger Competition, is the 40th annual celebration of this grueling competition, starring the best soldiers of the world, our United States Army, RANGERS! From the very beginning, the objective was clear: the competition should place extreme demands on each buddy teams' physical, mental, technical and tactical skills as Rangers. The standards of performance were to test the mettle of those Ranger-qualified Soldiers who dared to compete. Join us in this conversation with two warriors who will be laying everything on the line to be called "Best Ranger" in 2024. They share their Army journey to this point and then discuss what they do to train for this demanding competition. _____________ Please leave us a review on Apple/Spotify Podcasts: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentors-for-military-podcast/id1072421783 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3w4RiZBxBS8EDy6cuOlbUl #bestranger #bestrangercompeition #BRC #mentors4mil  #mentorsformilitary Mentors4mil Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Mentors4mil Patreon Support: https://www.patreon.com/join/Mentors4mil  Intro music "Long Way Down" by Silence & Light is used with permission. Show Disclaimer: https://mentorsformilitary.com/disclaimer/

Oskar Arngården (@crossfitpriest) arbetar som sjukhuspräst och möter människor dagligen under allt från livskriser till situationer om liv och död. I sitt arbete får han höra vad människor ångrar sig över på dödsbädden. På sin fritid har han träningen som fyller många funktioner i sitt liv - hemma i garagegymmet tränar han sig motståndskraftig nog att klara av vardagen och talar kroppens icke-verbala språk och uttrycker sig gladeligen med tunga kettlebells. Således varvar Oskar existentiella frågor med CrossFit! Vi samtalar om hälsa, om träning och om de spänningsfält som uppstår mellan livets dualiteter, så som meningsfullhet-meningslöshet och ensamhet-gemenskap m.m. Dessutom pratar vi om tro, tillit och vad som egentligen händer med existentiella frågor i ett individualistiskt samhälle som vårt eget. God lyssning! --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Timeline för avsnittet: 00:00 Intro/försnack 04:28 Presentation av gästen 09:00 Oskars origin story - hur kom det sig att du blev en 40 år-ish crossfittande man som köttar garagegym och arbetar som sjukhuspräst? 12:00 Religion, tro och uppväxt - hur blev Oskar troende? 13:15 Vad ingår i prästämbetet? Vad gör en vanlig präst och vad gör en sjukhuspräst? 16:45 Katolsk / Protestantisk och Luthersk Kyrka - Vad är skillnaderna? Vilka går och biktar sig och varför? 20:30 Existentiella frågor - vad är det vi människor brottas med som Oskar möter i sitt jobb som präst? 23:00 Hur många människor ägnar sig åt svåra frågor? Vad händer med existentiella frågor i ett individualistiskt samhälle? 27:30 Existentiella spänningsfält och hälsa: att röra sig mellan meningslöshet-meningsfullhet, ensamhet-gemenskap, dödsångest-livsglädje 29:50 Vad pratar människor om när vi ligger på dödsbädden? Samtal och berättelser som terapeutisk metod 32:10 Har vi forum utanför kyrkan för att prata existentiella frågor? Hur ger vi rum åt människors berättelser? 35:35 Vilken roll har tro i våra liv?  37:00 Ett datadrivet samhälle möter prästerskapet och tro: vilken roll har vetenskapen, siffror och annat mätbart? 39:40 Enklare liv och djupare liv - vilka konsekvenser drabbar människan om vi väljer för enkla liv? Kan vi ens leva bägge dessa liv samtidigt? 44:50 Vilken roll har språk i vår tro och vår förmåga att hantera existentiella frågor? Vilka språk talar vi med? 48:20 Kroppens språk: vilken roll har CrossFit & träning för Oskar? 50:10 Oskars träningsplanering: disciplin, variation och att träna vad som är roligt 52:20 Träning som ett verktyg för att arbeta inåt med sig själv - ett terapeutiskt värde? 56:20 CrossFit, bibelverser och tatueringar: Rich Froning & Galatians 6:14 58:20 Oskars egna favoritverser ur bibeln: Herren är min herde / The Lord is my Shepherd 1:01:15 Hemträning: Oskars nuvarande garagegym och drömgym 1:03:00 Avslutande ord/visdomsord/brandtal: 1:05:00 Kom i kontakt med Oskar 1:05:52 Utro/eftersnack --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Kom i kontakt med Oskar: Instagram: @crossfitpriest Mail: oskar.arngarden@svenskakyrkan.se --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Kom i kontakt med FFF ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@henrikvalis⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@fitnessfilosofifloskler⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fitnessfilosofifloskler@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ WINTER IS COMING - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠läs här!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Den Optimala E-boken om Sömn - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠läs här / ladda ner (79 kr)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Operation Speedo Torpedo - Spring Bootcamp startar igång i februari - kom i din bästa badbyxeform inför sommaren! --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Kom i kontakt med mig som Personlig Tränare: STOCKHOLM / CrossFit Nordic ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://crossfitnordic.se/om-oss/team/henrik-valis⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@crossfitnordic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ henrik@crossfitnordic.se ———————————————————————————— Hjälp oss gärna genom att lämna en review av podden: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/se/podcast/fitness-filosofi-floskler/id1664145080⁠⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fitnessfilosofifloskler/message

EP-347 | Warrior Training Center - Fast Tracking Somewhat unknown and hidden within Fort Moore (aka Fort Benning) is the Army National Guard's Warrior Training Center (WTC). The ARNG Warrior Training Center trains Service Members in critical functional skills, develops leaders, and represents the ARNG in order to increase the Federal and State operational readiness of the ARNG. In this episode, we dive into the Ranger Training Assessment Course, a precursor for those who are wanting to attend Ranger School, with Cpl LeShane, an instructor and former student of the program. He provides all of the details of how to attend this course and how some have also returned to become instructors full-time. _______________ Please leave us a review on Apple/Spotify Podcasts: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentors-for-military-podcast/id1072421783 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3w4RiZBxBS8EDy6cuOlbUl #EP-347 | Warrior Training Center - Fast Tracking #mentors4mil #mentorsformilitary Mentors4mil Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Mentors4mil Patreon Support: https://www.patreon.com/join/Mentors4mil #ARNG #Warrior Training Center Intro music "Long Way Down" by Silence & Light is used with permission. Show Disclaimer: https://mentorsformilitary.com/disclaimer/

The Joint Readiness Training Center is pleased to present the twenty-seventh episode to air on ‘The Crucible - The JRTC Experience.' Hosted by the Commander of Ops Group (COG), COL Matthew Hardman. Today's guest is the Deputy Commander for Support, 42nd Infantry Division (Army National Guard), BG Nathan Lord.   The 42nd Infantry has Division has served in World War I, World War II, throughout the Cold War, and took part in combat operations in support of the Global War on Terrorism (GWOT). The division headquarters is a unit of the New York Army National Guard while subordinate units includes elements from fourteen different states, including Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, and Vermont. They have the nickname of the “Rainbow Division” and the motto of “Never Forget!”   In this episode we discuss how divisions prepare their battalions and brigades for large scale combat operations as well as some of the differences between an active duty rotation versus an ARNG rotation. An underlying theme that applies to every warfighting function (WfF) is you must master the fundamentals before you can attempt the master skillsets and this applies at echelon. At the battalion, brigade, and division echelons, it means aggregating the success of your squads, platoons, and companies to change the balance of the battlefield.   A reoccurring talking point in the podcast was highlighted in today's episode, an infantry brigade combat team only has approximately a quarter of its forces as actual infantry units and where the infamous tooth-to-tail ratio (T3R) really starts to come into effect. (The ratio of sustainment or support elements to direct combat units.)   Part of S01 “The Leader's Laboratory” series.   For additional information and insights from this episode, please checkout our Instagram page @the_jrtc_crucible_podcast   Be sure to follow us on social media to keep up with the latest warfighting TTPs learned through the crucible that is the Joint Readiness Training Center.   Follow us by going to: https://linktr.ee/jrtc and then selecting your preferred podcast format.   Again, we'd like to thank our guests for participating. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and review us wherever you listen or watch your podcasts — and be sure to stay tuned for more in the near future.   “The Crucible – The JRTC Experience” is a product of the Joint Readiness Training Center.

The JRTC is pleased to present the third episode to air on ‘The Crucible - The JRTC Experience.' Hosted by the Commander of Ops Group (COG), COL Matthew Hardman. Today's guest is the commander of 79th IBCT (CA ARNG), COL Randy Lau.  In this episode they discuss some of the things that the Thunderbolt Team would've liked to have known prior to the start of their rotation as well as some of the differences between an active duty rotation versus an ARNG rotation.

Joining Benny on episode 59 is real estate agent, Sadler Priest. Benny & Sadler have been friends on Facebook for a handful of years and have followed each other's journeys. When Ben learned about Sadler's origin story, he immediately wanted to have him on the show. When Sadler was 12 years old, he suffered a very traumatic situation that changed the course of his life from that moment on. Saddler goes into depth about this situation – sparking a great conversation between the two. Sadler has lived all over the country which has helped him embrace the differences that come with clients and colleagues alike. With continued growth in Real Estate, he and his wife – Heidi, formed The Heidi & Sadler Priest Team powered by eXp. This has assisted them in taking control of their business and how to run it with compassion and assertiveness in every situation. Saddler is a Veteran of the ARNG and lives in Butler, Pennsylvania with his wife and three daughters. This is a great episode that shows how adverse events from our youth can become a fuel for helping others later in life. Connect with Sadler below: www.priestteam.com

Oskar Arngården jobbar som sjukhuspräst och blev för några år sedan internationellt känd på Instagram genom sitt träningskonto Crossfitpriest där han visar upp crossfitövningar och pratar om psykisk och fysisk hälsa. Som max var han uppe på nästan 170 000 följare när han plötsligt stängde ner sitt konto.I det här avsnittet snöar vi in på existentiell hälsa och hur vi nu för tiden kanske inte alltid vänder oss till religionen för att hitta något högre. Idag kan det vara att komma ut i naturen eller besöka gymmet som gör att vi känner en annan koppling till någon högre makt.Du får också höra om:Varför han avslutade sitt gamla konto och startade om på ny kulaVad kyrkan tycker om hans kontoVarför han blev sjukhusprästVarför han jämförs med Chris HemsworthDetta och mycket mer kan du höra om i min intervju med Oskar Arngården!Support till showen http://supporter.acast.com/weareinfluencers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hugo Plaun var lengi ein helsta stríðshetja Dana, og var vel skreyttur hermaður sem hitti fyrirmenni og sagði ótrúlegar sögur sínar víða. Síðar kom í ljós að Plaun laug öllu saman. Borgþór Arngímsson les vinsælan pistil af Kjarnanum frá árinu 2017.

Our guest this week took us to a place we don't usually go on the podcast. Yes, he's a veteran and yes he's involved in agriculture, but his mission focuses on using agriculture as a means to heal men in crisis. Kris Wilson is the Logistics Manager for Rockside Ranch, a working ranch in a rural community aimed at helping young men overcome crisis and live the life they were created to live. Kris served 23 years with the US Army National Guard where he led and supervised hundreds of soldiers over his career, including multiple combat theaters. Upon retirement, he and his family moved to Scott Valley after hearing a calling to ministry. At Rockside, Kris uses his background and training to develop leadership, organization, and effective teamwork . In addition, Kris is actively pursuing a Theological Seminary degree. In this episode, Kris and I get into: His military career spanning four deployments to two theaters of war and a near-death experienceThe Hand of God at work in his life setting the conditions for his retirement from the Army and move back to California and into a mission at Rockside RanchRockside's mission of “talking life into a group of rough men” using agriculture as their medium for changeThe principles of stewardship and the values that can impart on young men who have taken that for granted most of their life Enjoy!

The Arkansas National Guard recognizes May as Mental Health Awareness Month to address the prevalence of mental illness and share information on the resources to address it. During May, we will promote the theme "What Works for Me" to stimulate conversation among providers, Guardsmen, employees and other members of our Guard community to share the tools that support their own mental health and emphasize the effectiveness of evidence-based treatment available to all service members and families. This month, service members, leaders, and health care providers will share what works for them to sustain their mental health, and relieve stress, sleep better, practice self-care, and more. In addition to sharing resources and ways our Guardsmen can boost their own mental health and resilience, the ARNG is emphasizing those resources through three separate PodCast interviews with Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Community Health, and Chaplaincy services. All of those approaches can make real improvements in your mental health and quality of life. In this episode of WeARtheGuard we speak with Arkansas National Guard Chaplain (LTC) Jeremy Miller about how he can help Soldiers, Airmen and their families. Looking for resources for Mental Health Awareness Month? Check out a message on our website from the Director of Psychological Health and connect with our Behavioral Health resources at Caution-https://arkansas.nationalguard.mil/Home/Behavioral-Health/ You can also visit https://www.health.mil/Military-Health-Topics/MHS-Toolkits/May-Toolkit for more information. To listen/subscribe to our podcasts please goto: Spotify, https://open.spotify.com/show/76NNkcAgAL0yhR6EffJIOe Or Apple Podcasts, http://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1557909504

The Arkansas National Guard recognizes May as Mental Health Awareness Month to address the prevalence of mental illness and share information on the resources to address it. During May, we will promote the theme "What Works for Me" to stimulate conversation among providers, Guardsmen, employees and other members of our Guard community to share the tools that support their own mental health and emphasize the effectiveness of evidence-based treatment available to all service members and families. This month, service members, leaders, and health care providers will share what works for them to sustain their mental health, and relieve stress, sleep better, practice self-care, and more. In addition to sharing resources and ways our Guardsmen can boost their own mental health and resilience, the ARNG is emphasizing those resources through three separate PodCast interviews with Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Community Health, and Chaplaincy services. All of those approaches can make real improvements in your mental health and quality of life. In this episode of WeARtheGuard we speak with Arkansas National Guard Behavioral Health Professional Dr. Dawson Williams about how he can help Soldiers, Airmen and their families. Looking for resources for Mental Health Awareness Month? Check out a message on our website from the Director of Psychological Health and connect with our Behavioral Health resources at Caution-https://arkansas.nationalguard.mil/Home/Behavioral-Health/ You can also visit https://www.health.mil/Military-Health-Topics/MHS-Toolkits/May-Toolkit for more information. To listen/subscribe to our podcasts please goto: Spotify, https://open.spotify.com/show/76NNkcAgAL0yhR6EffJIOe Or Apple Podcasts, http://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1557909504

The Arkansas National Guard recognizes May as Mental Health Awareness Month to address the prevalence of mental illness and share information on the resources to address it. During May, we will promote the theme "What Works for Me" to stimulate conversation among providers, Guardsmen, employees and other members of our Guard community to share the tools that support their own mental health and emphasize the effectiveness of evidence-based treatment available to all service members and families. This month, service members, leaders, and health care providers will share what works for them to sustain their mental health, and relieve stress, sleep better, practice self-care, and more. In addition to sharing resources and ways our Guardsmen can boost their own mental health and resilience, the ARNG is emphasizing those resources through three separate PodCast interviews with Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Community Health, and Chaplaincy services. All of those approaches can make real improvements in your mental health and quality of life. In this episode of WeARtheGuard we speak with Arkansas National Guard Behavioral Health Professional Jayla Robinson about how she can help Soldiers, Airmen and their families. Looking for resources for Mental Health Awareness Month? Check out a message on our website from the Director of Psychological Health and connect with our Behavioral Health resources at Caution-https://arkansas.nationalguard.mil/Home/Behavioral-Health/ You can also visit https://www.health.mil/Military-Health-Topics/MHS-Toolkits/May-Toolkit for more information. To listen/subscribe to our podcasts please goto: Spotify, https://open.spotify.com/show/76NNkcAgAL0yhR6EffJIOe Or Apple Podcasts, http://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1557909504

We continue our AHRS Fireside Chats by bringing in the (now former) Coast Guard exchange instructor at the Army's High Altitude Aviation Training Site in Gypsum, Colorado. These aviation experts help us hone our craft and become masters of power management. Sit back, and enjoy this phenomenal conversation with LCDR (ret.) Robb Mackenzie! We plan to release shows on a bi-weekly basis. On Fridays of course! Hosts: LCDR Nate Shakespeare, LCDR Sam Hafensteiner Producer: LT Ryan Vandehei AV Guru: Chuck Seay Disclaimer: The views, information, or opinions expressed during the Flight Suit Friday podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not represent those of the United States Coast Guard or any other government agency. The primary purpose of this podcast series is to educate and inform. This podcast does not constitute or replace official policy guidance from the speakers nor the United States Coast Guard.

Massachusetts Air National Guard Airmen of the 102nd Medical Group, supplemented by Massachusetts Army National Guard Soldiers and members of the Massachusetts Organized Militia (MAOM), came together to perform a first-run of the COVID-19 immunization process at Otis Air National Guard Base, on Jan. 28. The initial doses of the vaccine were administered to wing leadership – the first of two, which will protect Airmen from the COVID-19 virus. The vaccine will be delivered in a phased approach – priority will begin with emergency services personnel, security forces, and medical and health care professionals. Continuing, groups will be prioritized based on exposure risk and health factors. “We are very fortunate to be able to start the process to vaccinate personnel assigned to JBCC,” said Col. Sean Riley, 102nd Intelligence Wing commander. “This is truly a joint effort, the vaccination team includes both Army and Air Guardsmen and even some retired members of the guard that volunteered to come back on State Active Duty.” The vaccine will initially be offered under an Emergency Use Authorization, and vaccinations will be voluntary until achieving full FDA approval. Initial quantities of the vaccine are limited and will be distributed as additional supply becomes available. The vaccination plan is focused on personnel providing direct medical care, emergency services and public safety. This is followed by those providing essential installation functions and deploying forces who volunteer for inoculation according to the DoD’s phased prioritization approach. Personnel currently receiving the vaccine are first responders such as healthcare workers, security forces, and other personnel with the highest risk for exposure. The vaccine will also be offered to personnel who will be deploying in the near future. As each phase of the vaccination plan is complete, the plan will expand. In addition to the Airmen and Soldiers from the Massachusetts National Guard, Chief Warrant Officer 5 James Girard and Master Sgt. Frank Noonan of the Massachusetts Organized Militia were on hand, assisting with the immunization process. The MAOM assists the United States National Guard forces, assumes state missions when the National Guard is deployed, provides emergency support during disasters and assists in color guards and funeral details. “We are men and women who have retired and spent at least 20 years in the military, of which the last 5 years had to be in the Mass. National Guard,” said Chief Girard. With uniforms virtually identical to their National Guard comrades, these retired Soldiers were identified by the distinctive ‘Massachusetts’ tape where ‘U. S. Army’ would normally be seen as well as a round shoulder patch depicting the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. “When the [pandemic] first hit, we were asked to come back,” said Chief Girard. “We come in when asked and it’s purely voluntary,” The dedication and professionalism shown by these militia members is evidence of their years of service and experience – the militia allows them an opportunity to continue that service. The participation from all parts of the Massachusetts military machine make one point abundantly clear – the importance of this mission to vaccinate the troops is paramount. Ensuring our service members are protected will guarantee continued support of operations such as Task Force Raptor, where more than 180 Soldiers and Airmen who possessed civilian medical training were called up to serve and join the commonwealth’s fight against COVID-19 early last year. Millions have received COVID-19 vaccines in the United States. These vaccines have undergone the most intensive monitoring in U.S. history to make sure that the vaccines are safe. “These vaccines were tested in clinical trials involving tens of thousands of people to make sure they meet safety standards,” said Chief Master Sgt. Cynthia Thomas, 102 MDG superintendent. “There were no serious safety concerns.” While some people don’t have any side effects after getting a COVID-19 vaccine, many will have mild side effects after COVID-19 vaccination, like pain or swelling at the injection site, a headache, chills, or fever. These reactions are normal and show the vaccine is working. “For me getting the vaccine as soon as I could was an easy decision,” said Col. Riley, “The more vaccines we are able to administer will keep our people protected, increasing our readiness and ensure we can support any state or federal mission taskings we receive.” Wing personnel should expect to receive notifications from their chain of command as more shipments of the vaccine are received based on their priority in the phased vaccination plan. Although immunizations are underway, it is important that everyone continues to wear masks, maintain personal hygiene and practice social distancing. According to the Centers for Disease Control, COVID precautions will still be necessary until a large portion of the population is vaccinated and the vaccine is proven to provide long-term protection. The combination of COVID-19 vaccination and following CDC’s recommendations to protect yourself and others offers the best protection from COVID-19.

In this episode we chat with Army National Guard recruiters to see what made them successful at their job while recruiting with the difficulties that Cover-19 has presented.

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For centuries the two nations of Paul lived in harmony. They were big benders and they loved it. But then the visionary avatar came and ruined the whole bloody lot. Now the Pauls have to watch an M. Night Shyamalan film again and find all the good bits. Whatever happened to good old bending?  Featuring: Benders, the secret to enjoying cinemas, Udo Kier and his wretched son, iCarly star Sir Lawrence Olivier, Arng, Super Sokka, the flammable fire lord, Secret Statham, The Drill Nation Dance Group, a cheeky Chappie cameo, and dear, dear Fat Benji.    ogtpod@gmail.com https://ogtpod.podbean.comhttps://facebook.com/ogtpodhttps://twitter.com/ogtpod  Here's our YouTube channel – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6rqzjoDWt8D-p37gU43pcQ - subscribe and share! Jingles from episodes 1-50 now available on Bandcamp – just £2.50 for more than 20 tracks! https://ogtpod.bandcamp.com/releases   Dockhead by Paul Goodman is available in paperback for just £5.99. Thanks and please #supportindieauthors! https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dockhead-Paul-Goodman/dp/1521335648/ref=redir_mobile_desktop?_encoding=UTF8&dpID=41Yh2Hhu87L&dpPl=1&keywords=dockhead&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&qid=1507380952&ref=plSrch&ref_=mp_s_a_1_1&sr=8-1 Check out Paul Salt's reviews on Screen Mayhem HERE! And also here: https://screenmayhem.com/author/paul-salt/ 

Patton’s own! Check out the latest edition of U.S. Army Central’s Desert Vision. In this edition of the Desert Vision, we spotlight a full-time Soldier who is also a mixed-martial arts fighter and the Camp Arfijan Forensic Exploitation laboratory showcased how they analyze IEDs to help counter enemy forces.

Feature Story of the 2018 Army National Guard Best Warrior Competition held at Fort Indiantown Gap, PA. From 22 Jul to 28 Jul 2018, Army National Guard members compete against one another to determine who is the best, with 3 of those days in a row being the most grueling.

Are you considering withdrawing from the Survivor Benefit Plan? Is it really a good idea to do so?

PEBLOs try but they often get pay estimates wrong. Here's how it really works.

Whiskey Tango Foxtrot kicks off the show with more news on veteran suicide and the lack of accountability at the VA, shocking!! Special guest interview today is Noelle Racette, MN ARNG as she shares her story of life in the service and how her values influence her life in and out of the service as a citizen soldier.

Let me tell you about the Fettinger project, an effort to find retirees who are not receiving their pay.

it is amazing how many people do not understand their retirement points. Here is a translation.

This is a brief introduction to what you can expect from future R.C. Retirement podcast episodes.

This is a brief introduction to what you can expect from future R.C. Retirement podcast episodes.

This show is dedicated to: 1st Lt. Ryan D. Rawl, ARNG, of Lexington, SC died 6/20/12.  He was training the Afghan Uniformed Police in Khowst Province. Defending the Democratic Republic with Annie "The Radio Chick" and "Cool" Mike is an ongoing discussion of recent events, issues. Special Guest: Comedian Eric Golub Eric Golub is a politically conservative Jewish blogger, author, public speaker, and comedian. His book trilogy is “Ideological Bigotry,” “Ideological Violence,” and  “Ideological Idiocy.”  He is Brooklyn born, Long Island raised, & has lived in LA since 1990. He received his BA degree from the University of Judaism, & his MBA from USC. A stockbrokerage professional since 94, he began blogging on March 11th, 2007, the 3 yr anniversary of the Madrid bombings & the midpoint of 9/11. He has been inflicting his world view on his unfortunate readers since then. He blogs about politics Mon thru Fri, & about football & other human interest items on weekends. He currently has 3 Fatwas against him: One from a Palestinian group, one from the Daily Kos, & one from the National Organization for Women. Those wishing to carry out those Fatwas can find him here. It's a battle of Conservative values & principles in defense of our Democratic Republic!