Podcasts about Fort Polk

Learn how Fran Lawler went from JMO to C-Suite. This former officer is an incredibly successful leader. She is a 1995 West Point Graduate, served six successful years in the Army as a Medical Service Corps Officer, and transitioned to a business career in 2001 through Cameron-Brooks. She earned her MBA at Harvard and has held high-level human resources roles, including several Chief Human Resources Officer positions. She recently founded her own leadership consulting and coaching company, Harvest Cove Talent Partners. Fran is also the first officer I recruited to participate in the Cameron-Brooks program. I met her in Leesville, LA, just outside Fort Polk, LA (now Fort Johnson) in May 2000. She agreed to be a podcast guest to share her experience and leadership lessons. She shares her incredible story, filled with lessons on resilience, adaptability, and the pursuit of personal growth. Fran's insights shed light on what it takes to lead with authenticity and impact. Identify Personal Purpose A pivotal moment in Fran's career was crafting her personal purpose statement. This exercise helped her align her career aspirations with her deeper values, transforming her approach to leadership and teamwork. As Fran shares, finding purpose was a professional milestone and a personal breakthrough that shaped her trajectory. The Power of Coaching and Leadership Development Fran's passion for coaching stems from her own transformative experiences. She highlights the importance of asking probing questions, fostering self-reflection, and empowering clients to discover their own solutions. As Fran emphasizes, the role of a coach is to guide, not to dictate, creating a safe space for others to explore and grow. In our discussion, Fran reflects on how coaching has enhanced her professional relationships and deepened her connection with friends and family. This underscores the broader impact of coaching—its ability to enrich lives beyond the workplace. Harvest Cove Talent Partners: A Vision for Growth and Community Fran recently took a bold step by launching her firm, Harvest Cove Talent Partners. Inspired by her commitment to growth and human connection, Harvest Cove aims to support leaders and teams in achieving their full potential. The firm's name reflects Fran's mission to create a “harvest” of blessings and opportunities, cultivating a space where vulnerability and authenticity thrive. Leadership Rooted in Purpose Fran Lawler's journey from JMO to C-suite is a testament to the power of adaptability, purpose, and continuous growth. Her story reminds us that true leadership goes beyond achieving goals—it's about fostering connection, empowering others, and staying grounded in one's values. Through her coaching work and the creation of Harvest Cove, Fran exemplifies how leaders can inspire transformation while staying true to their purpose. Fran's story is an inspiration for anyone navigating transitions or seeking greater meaning in their work. Learn more about Fran's journey and her insights on leadership and coaching by tuning into the full podcast episode. Thank you for listening, and I hope you enjoy the podcast! To stay connected, we encourage you to check out our website and YouTube Channel and follow us on LinkedIn. If you want to learn more about your transition options, please get in touch with us. You can also check out our Transition Guide on “3 Game-Changing Strategies for JMOs Making the Jump to Business” for additional transition tips. To stay connected, I recommend subscribing to our YouTube Channel and following us on LinkedIn. Joel

Today we discuss the shocking 2018 murder of Shelena Rae Kyle. Her killer? Soldier Logan Kyle, a man leading a secret life as a transgender woman. Join Margot as she reports on the investigation, drawing from an ARMY release of the report of trial, coupled with official Calcasieu records.  Watch the Youtube Video Here ——- Thank you to today's sponsor:  Magic Mind: Visit magicmind/militarymurder and use code MILITARY20! Acorns: Visit acorns.com/ to start investing today! If you would like to sponsor an episode, please reach out to militarymurderpodcast@gmail.com.  ——- Ways to support your favorite podcast: Join My Patreon Family! Subscribe to Military Murder Premium on Apple Podcast! Rate/Review the Show! Tell a Friend about Military Murder —— Military Murder is a military true crime podcast that focuses on murders committed by military members, veterans, and sometimes their family members.  ---- Follow on social: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mamamargot  TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@militarymargot  Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/militarymurderpodcast  Discussion Group: https://facebook.com/groups/militarytruecrime  Email: militarymurderpodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tonight's first guest, Steve, had his first Sasquatch sighting in 1975, while he was stationed at Fort Polk, in Louisiana. His first sighting didn't happen on the base, though. It happened at the farm his girlfriend's family owned, about 4 1/2 hours away, 10 to 15 miles from Camden, Arkansas. Her family's farm was 250 acres in size, and very remote. The closest neighboring house was about a mile away. He had weekends off, so he had decided to go spend the weekend with her when the encounter happened. Steve got along well with her father, so he'd help her father do various chores around the farm. About 9 PM, on the Friday he'd gone to the farm, his girlfriend's grandmother screamed because she'd seen a Sasquatch that had been hanging around the property. All of the men, in the house, jumped into action, including Steve. They all grabbed guns and poured out of the house to try to deal with the problem. Steve didn't know what his girlfriend's grandmother had seen. He just wanted to help his girlfriend's family deal with whatever it was that had frightened her grandmother so much. Moments later, Steve's view of how the world and everything in it worked was shattered. That's because he found himself just 25 feet from a creature that wasn't supposed to exist. What happened that night left Steve forever changed. He'll never be the same.Tonight's second guest, Mark Blank, had his sighting on the 28th of December, in 2023. He was driving north, on Route 87, through Colorado, at the time. He was heading north to visit a friend who lives in Northern Idaho, to help him build his new home. Mark expected to see some interesting things, but he never expected to see what became the highlight of his trip. After having that sighting, he's been a hardcore Bigfoot enthusiast. He can't get enough of the topic.If you've had a Bigfoot sighting and would like to be a guest, on the show, please go to https://MyBigfootSighting.com and let us know. We'd love to hear from you. Premium memberships are now available! If you'd like to be able to listen to the show without ads and have full access to premium content, please go to https://MyBigfootSighting.com to find out how to become a premium member.If you'd like to help support the show by buying your own My Bigfoot Sighting T-shirt, sweatshirt, or tank top, please visit the My Bigfoot Sighting Show Store Page, by going to... https://dogman-encounters.myshopify.com/collections/mens-my-bigfoot-sighting-collectionShow's theme song, "Banjo Music," courtesy Nathan BrumleyI produce 3 other shows that are available on your favorite podcast app. If you haven't checked them out, here are links to all 3 channels on the Spreaker App...Bigfoot Eyewitness Radio https://www.spreaker.com/show/bigfoot-eyewitness-radio_1 Dogman Encounters https://www.spreaker.com/show/dogman-encounters-radio_2 My Paranormal Experience https://www.spreaker.com/show/my-paranormal-experience Thanks for listening!

Episode#32: Study in Leadership: Major General William Hickman, Part 2Onthis episode, we continue our look at the extraordinary life of a manwho has found great success as a career military man. Major GeneralWilliam Hickman spent 36 years serving his country. Born and raisedin Maury County, Gen. Hickman attended local schools before attendingVanderbilt University. As an ROTC student there, upon graduation, hewas commissioned into the army as a 2ndlieutenant in 1983. Over the next three decades, he rose through theranks holding various field and staff commands including company,battalion, and brigade commands with the 101stAirborne Division. Between 2003-2008, Gen. Hickman served threetours of duty in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Serving inover 30 countries, he joined the Central Command Staff as militaryassistant to General David Patraeus. He became commanding general ofthe JointReadiness Training Center at Fort Polk, Louisiana, Deputy Commanderfor the U.S. Army in the Middle East, and finally, DeputyChief of Staff, Strategic Plans and Policy, NATO's Allied CommandTransformation. Retiring from the military in 2019 as a majorgeneral, Gen. Hickman is now senioradvisor at Compass Executives Group, assisting businesses in crisismanagement, strategic planning and decision-making, coaching andleader development, and supply chain management. Tom Price and Dr.Barry Gidcomb lead the discussion.

Episode31: Case Study in Leadership: Major General William HickmanOnthis episode, we look at the extraordinary life of a man who hasfound great success as a career military man. Major General WilliamHickman spent 36 years serving his country. Born and raised in MauryCounty, Gen. Hickman attended local schools before attendingVanderbilt University. As an ROTC student there, upon graduation, hewas commissioned into the army as a 2ndlieutenant in 1983. Over the next three decades, he rose through theranks holding various field and staff commands including company,battalion, and brigade commands with the 101stAirborne Division. Between 2003-2008, Gen. Hickman served threetours of duty in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Serving inover 30 countries, he joined the Central Command Staff as militaryassistant to General David Patraeus. He became commanding general ofthe JointReadiness Training Center at Fort Polk, Louisiana, Deputy Commanderfor the U.S. Army in the Middle East, and finally, DeputyChief of Staff, Strategic Plans and Policy, NATO's Allied CommandTransformation. Retiring from the military in 2019 as a majorgeneral, Gen. Hickman is now senioradvisor at Compass Executives Group, assisting businesses in crisismanagement, strategic planning and decision-making, coaching andleader development, and supply chain management. Tom Price and Dr.Barry Gidcomb lead the discussion.

Tonight's guest had his encounter while serving in the U.S. Army. When his encounter occurred, he was stationed at Fort Polk, in Louisianna. He was participating in a joint readiness training command exercise, on a dark, stormy, night when his encounter happened. He wasn't alone at the time. He had a lieutenant and two sergeants with him. As you'll hear, if you listen to tonight's show, the fact he wasn't alone didn't bring him any comfort, due to the nature of his encounter. If you listen to tonight's show, you'll understand why.If you've had a Dogman encounter and would like to speak with me about it, whether you'd like to keep your encounter confidential or be interviewed on a show, please go to https://DogmanEncounters.com and submit a report.Premium memberships are now available! If you'd like to listen to the show without ads and have full access to premium content, please go to https://DogmanEncounters.com/Podcast to learn how to become a premium member.If you'd like to help support the show, by buying your own Dogman Encounters t-shirt, sweatshirt, tank top, or coffee mug, please visit the Dogman Encounters Show Store, by going to https://Dogman-Encounters.MyShopify.comIf you've had a Sasquatch sighting and would like to be a guest on My Bigfoot Sighting, please go to https://MyBigfootSighting.com and submit a report.I produce 3 other shows that are available on your favorite podcast app. If you haven't checked them out, here are links to all 3 channels on the Spreaker App...My Bigfoot Sighting...  https://spreaker.page.link/xT7zh6zWsnCDaoVa7 Bigfoot Eyewitness Radio...  https://spreaker.page.link/WbtSccQm92TKBskT8 My Paranormal Experience https://www.spreaker.com/show/my-paranormal-experience Thanks for listening!

Whatever mistakes he has made in the war Vladimir Putin has retained the Escalation Initiative, always proving he can push the war to a new level of brutality, with the Western allies constantly playing catch-up, and in many ways placing restrictions and delays on Ukraine in terms of how it fights back. What are the implications of this dynamic for the war and a potential Ukrainian victory? ---------- Terron Sims, II is a combat veteran, businessman, political leader, and a proud graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point. He Chairs the DNC's Veterans & Military Families (VMF) Council and previously served as Chief-of-Staff to Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee. Terron has decades of operational and leadership experience in the Department of Defense (DoD) and throughout the federal government. Mr. Sims served on active duty in the US Army as a Field Artillery officer. While deployed in Iraq from 2003 to 2004, Mr. Sims established and mentored the government of Baghdad's Tisa Nissan District, where he served as the primary liaison to the CPA, the UN, Baghdad City Hall, and Iraq's federal government. His final Army assignment as the Deputy Chief-of-Training for the Joint Readiness Training Center (JRTC) and Fort Polk was designing and leading pre-construction operations of a $29 Million dollar real-world fighting village. Mr. Sims has served in political roles of increasing responsibility over the past decade. In 2008 and 2012, he was Director, Virginia VMF for Obama and served on the Defense and Veterans Policy Teams, where he wrote the Service Member Life Insurance policy. In 2010, Mr. Sims wrote the Democratic National Committee's VMF candidates' platform, which is used in federal campaigns nationwide. During Sec Clinton's 2016 presidential campaign, Mr. Sims wrote her DoD and VA Intergovernmental Agency Policy. For the 2020 Biden campaign, Mr. Sims wrote five pieces of veterans policy, primarily in the areas of entrepreneurship and business for military spouses and veterans. In 2013, Mr. Sims wrote the Veterans Services and National Security Policy Platforms for the (UK) Labour Party and briefed them to the Shadow Defense Minister and her Cabinet. Mr. Sims has published two novels, With Honor In Hand and Hands of Honor, and has written his third novel, For Hands to Honor, along with his Iraq memoirs, Baghdad Peace, as well as other pieces of work. He also writes regularly about veterans and military families and national security issues. ---------- LINKS: http://www.terronsims.com/experience https://x.com/terronii https://www.linkedin.com/in/terron-sims-ii-637b358/ ARTICLES: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230131005439/en/Terron-Sims-II-Joins-Merit-as-Executive-Director-of-Military-Veterans-Affairs https://www.wtkr.com/virginia-democrats-veterans-press-conference-trump-rally ---------- SUPPORT THE CHANNEL: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain https://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain ---------- TRUSTED CHARITIES ON THE GROUND: kharpp - Reconstruction project supporting communities in Kharkiv and Przemyśl https://kharpp.com/ Save Ukraine https://www.saveukraineua.org/ Superhumans - Hospital for war traumas https://superhumans.com/en/ UNBROKEN - Treatment. Prosthesis. Rehabilitation for Ukrainians in Ukraine https://unbroken.org.ua/ Come Back Alive https://savelife.in.ua/en/ Chefs For Ukraine - World Central Kitchen https://wck.org/relief/activation-chefs-for-ukraine Ukrainian Freedom News https://www.ukrainianfreedomnews.com/donation/ UNITED24 - An initiative of President Zelenskyy https://u24.gov.ua/ Serhiy Prytula Charity Foundation https://prytulafoundation.org NGO “Herojam Slava” https://heroiamslava.org/ NOR DOG Animal Rescue https://www.nor-dog.org/home/ ----------

Welcome to the Hidden History of Texas. This is Episode 45 – Texas Frontier Forts 1848-1849 -  I'm your host and guide Hank Wilson. And as always, brought to you by Ashby Navis and Tennyson Media Publishers, producers of  a comprehensive catalog of  audiobooks and high-quality games, productivity, and mental health apps. Visit AshbyNavis.com for more information. After and actually during the War with Mexico, the United States began the process of establishing Army posts or forts in Texas. The first of these  Fort Polk and Fort Brown had been established during the war against Mexico, almost at the mouth of the Rio Grande and the Gulf of Mexico.  In 1849 Maj. Gen. George Mercer Brooke,  assumed command of the Military Department for Texas and  began working on ensuring that Mexico understood the United States was claiming authority along the southern border of Texas. To do so, he placed Ringgold Barracks, Fort McIntosh, and Fort Duncan along the Rio Grande. After those forts were in place, he then moved to protect the western frontier. In order to accomplish that he established Fort Inge, Fort Lincoln, Fort Martin Scott, Fort Croghan, Fort Gates, Fort Graham, and Fort Worth. In this episode I want to look at 4 of those forts, Fort Martin Scott (December 1848), Fort Inge (March 13, 1849), Fort Croghan (March 16, 1849), and Fort Worth (June 6, 1849). The first of those, Fort Martin Scott, my favorite of all the forts, because my great-great grandfather was actually stationed there and it's how part of my family came into existence in Texas. Located in the heart of the Texas Hill Country just outside of Fredericksburg Texas, is Fort Martin Scott. It was founded on December 5, 1848, when Captain Seth Eastman of the 1st U.S. Infantry, one of the 1st U.S. Army post on the western frontier and named  it  Camp Houston. This fort served as protection for the mostly German settlers in the area and also helped protect the Fredericksburg – San Antonio Road. Eastman stayed at the camp until February of 1849 when he was sent to establish what was to become Fort Inge. Fort Martin Scott, then  Camp Houston,  started with 2 companies of infantry and one of dragoons. In 1847 Germans who had settled the area had entered into peace treaties with the Comanches; however, those treaties were in danger as more Anglo settlers moved into the region. The camp was formally renamed to Fort Martin Scott in December of 1849 in memory of Major Martin Scott who was killed in action at the battle of Molina del Rey in 1847.  Over time the influx of white settlers led to an increase of tension between the parties and in 1850 several tribes met near the San Saba River. At that time Indian agent John Rollins, with an escort provided by Captain Hamilton W. Merrill met with the tribes and drew up the Fort Martin Scott Treaty. Due to people moving further west Fort Martin Scott began to lose its tactical value and finally in 1853 Colonel W.G. Freeman recommended the fort be closed and in December 1853, the 8th Military Department ordered that it be closed. The preserved fort can be visited and is now the property of the Fredericksburg Heritage Association. Next to come into existence was Fort Inge, located on the east bank of the Leona River south of Uvalde. The area's primary natural  identifier is a 140 foot volcanic plug of phonolite basalt. Some archeologists believe the area has been occupied by one group or another since around 6,000 BC. Several ranches also existed in the region during both the Spanish colonial and the Mexican periods of Texas. On March 13,  1849, Captain Seth Eastman along with some 56 soldiers of the 1st United States Infantry established a base camp on the Leona. In December of that year, the post was renamed Fort Inge in honor of Lt. Zebulon Inge, a West Point graduate who served in the U.S. Second Dragoons and had been killed during the Battle of Resaca de la Palma.

Send us a Text Message.What happens when a seasoned warrant officer from the 10th Special Forces Group transitions to civilian life and takes up photography? Join us as our guest shares his incredible journey, starting from his enlistment in 2003 through his remarkable military career, which includes assignments at Fort Polk, recruiting duties, and rising to the ranks of Special Forces. From serving a mountain team and multiple deployments to Afghanistan. This episode gives you a front-row seat to the ups and downs of military life and the profound challenges and rewards of forging a new path after service.  Imagine documenting your life through the lens of a camera amidst the chaos of military deployments. Bryan Ray did just that, and it turned into a passion that guided his transition from military to civilian life. You'll hear about how he faced initial resistance for carrying a camera but ultimately captured cherished memories and created meaningful souvenirs. Now, as he pursues photography professionally, we explore the hurdles of standing out in a crowded field and the art of storytelling. This episode highlights the importance of preserving moments not just for personal reflection but also to share invaluable experiences with family and friends.  Building a specialized media team for high-adventure clients is no small feat. Our guest walks us through his hopes and future dreams of selecting the right  personnel for an ambitious project, managing the balance between passion and practicality, and navigating the social media landscape for business growth. From hiring independent contractors to the ultimate goal of providing salaried positions, you'll discover the intricacies of growing a small business. We also delve into the importance of humor and relatable content in engaging specific audiences, particularly the military community. This episode provides a roadmap for anyone looking to balance work and family life while transitioning from a structured military career to the entrepreneurial world. Your support means the world to us, so please remember to LIKE, FOLLOW, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE to stay updated with our latest episodes and join our growing community! Instagram: @securityhaltX: @SecurityHaltTik Tok: @security.halt.podLinkedIn: Deny Caballero Connect with Bryan!LinkedIn: Bryan RayInstagram: b.ray_dolBusiness Instagram: rayality_mediaSupport the Show.Produced by Security Halt Media

What options and rates do Christian Health Ministries offer?CHM is not health insurance, but medical cost-sharing, and nonprofit, enabling us to keep member costs down. CHM shares 100% of eligible medical bills, over $10 billion since its founding in 1981. Here are some of the plan costs to start (for individuals):Bronze, $92 per unit, per month Silver, $138 per unit, per monthGold, $240 per unit, per monthSenior Share, $115 per unit, per monthHow is being a member of Christian Healthcare Ministries more flexible than most health insurance plans?CHM members are not limited to a provider network. They can go to any doctor or hospital if the treatment is eligible according to CHM guidelines. This gives members more flexibility and control over their healthcare than typical health insurance plans.Where does CHM's ministry concept originate?CHM draws its concepts from the New Testament, where the Book of Acts says that all the believers pooled their resources together and shared what they had. So, CHM practically does that nowadays with medical costs. The spiritual component of what they do is vital to CHM, as they also pray for each other and send cards and emails of encouragement. It is an excellent example of the body of Christ serving one another.Where can people get more information?chministries.org/faithfiOn Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:I've been through over a decade of financial abuse, so I'm starting off having to reestablish with a low income. Are there any investment opportunities with a smaller amount that I can receive returns on, keeping some and then reinvesting the other? Also, do you have any other ideas for someone with a low income?I'm considering retiring to get my money out of the company I work for now, but I don't know how much the government will take because I'm not 65 yet. Is there a cut-off where they don't take anything?When I was stationed in Fort Polk and Fort Hood and bought houses, we had insurance that covered me if something happened to me, and the house would be paid for. I can't find those insurance policies anymore. Do you know of a resource that can help me track those down?Resources Mentioned:Christian Healthcare MinistriesNational Association of Insurance CommissionersRich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich FoolFind a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions most days at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on the Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. Visit our website at FaithFi.com where you can join the FaithFi Community and give as we expand our outreach.

UFO encounters expert and military aerospace historian  @michaelschrattofficial beams in to discuss UAP disclosure, military industrial complex conspiracies and alien bodies on episode 148 of the Far Out with Faust podcast. Michael Schratt is a private pilot/aviation historian who has been investigating UFO encounters for over 25 years. So far, he has reviewed over 50,000 UFO cases preserved at the Center for UFO Studies in Chicago. He's developed relationships with contacts who have had first hand experience dealing with classified “black programs,” including former USAF pilots, retired Naval personnel and aerospace engineers who have maintained a TOP SECRET Q “MAJIC” clearance.Michael has appeared on multiple media platforms including Coast to Coast AM, History Channel, Paranormal Matrix, UFO Hunters and Fade to Black. He has also been a guest speaker at multiple UFO conferences including Phoenix MUFON, Orange County MUFON, International UFO Congress, MUFON Symposium and UFO CON.In this episode, Faust and Michael go back — way back — in time to shed light on some of the most interesting (and infamous) UFO encounters, crashes and cover ups. Topics include:-How long has the US government been hiding anti-gravity technology?-What doe eyewitnesses say really happened at Roswell?-Were alien bodies found at Roswell?-Wright Field: the original Area 51-What role did famous pilot Black Mac play in alien disclosure?-Did Tesla invent a directed energy weapon?-What role did flying saucers play in WWII?-The nature of classified and black ops reverse engineering programs-How the government funds defense contractors creating UAP technologies through covert ops and drug trafficking-Where were alien bodies and survivors taken?Stay tuned as Michael takes Faust on a journey through past encounters and crash retrieval cases, including:-Papagos Indian Reservation 1947-White Sands Missile Range 1947-Berkeley University 1947-Wright-Patterson Air Force Base 1953-Fort Polk, Louisiana 1953-Walker Air Force Base 1954-Cherry Point North Carolina 1963…and more!Check out Michael Schratt's book, Dark Files: https://a.co/d/hXLCRQmConnect with MichaelYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@michaelschrattofficialX: twitter.com/SchrattOfficialWebsite: http://www.projectblueroom.com/#Podcast #UAP #Extraterrestrial

In this episode of Veteran On the Move, Joe is joined by Army Veteran, entrepreneur, and author Travis Davis. Travis served for twenty years as an Armored Reconnaissance Specialist and after his retirement utilized skills gained in the Army to enter the software industry. He shares what Veterans bring to the table for employers and what led him to Entrepreneurship and later writing books. Travis explains why entrepreneurs and authors need to be disciplined with time management and have a thick skin when navigating obstacles to their success. Joe and Travis discuss the different options authors have to publish their work and the importance of marketing.  Episode Resources: Travis Davis Flames of Deception on Amazon      About Our Guest Travis Davis is an Air Force Brat and grew up in Arkansas, Spain, New York, and California. He joined the US Army at 17 years old as an Armored Reconnaissance Specialist and was stationed in the various forts in the United States and in Germany, where he met his beautiful wife. During his three tours in Germany, he conducted hundreds of border patrols along the East-West German border and the Czechoslovakia-West German border. Where he saw first-hand communism and its oppression of its citizens, he retired from the US Army, where his last duty assignment was as Assistant Operations Sergeant of the 2nd Armored Cavalry Regiment at Fort Polk, Louisiana. He is a lifetime member of the Sergeant Morales Club and received multiple awards, including the Meritorious Service Medal and five Army Commendation Medals.   Join the conversation on Facebook! Check out Veteran on the Move on Facebook to connect with our guests and other listeners. A place where you can network with other like-minded veterans who are transitioning to entrepreneurship and get updates on people, programs and resources to help you in YOUR transition to entrepreneurship.   About Our Sponsors Navy Federal Credit Union   As a member-owned not-for-profit, Navy Federal puts members at the heart of every single thing that they do. With low fees and great rates, resources to help you crush your financial goals, and 24/7 access to stateside member service representatives with award-winning customer service. Members could enjoy: -Earning and savings of $473 per year by banking with us  -An average credit card APR that's 6% lower than the industry average  -A market-leading regular savings rate nearly two times the industry average Learn more: www.navyfederal.org/offers At Navy Federal, our members are the mission.      4Patriots Survival Food Create your own stockpile of the best-selling 4Patriots Survival Food Kits. Handpacked in the U.S.A.  The kits are compact and stack easily. They have different delicious breakfasts, lunches, and dinners. And their 5-star reviews on the website rave about the flavor and taste And right now, you can go to 4Patriots.com and use code VETERAN to get 10% off your first purchase on anything in the store. Including our emergency food supply kits designed to last up to 25 years! Just go to 4Patriots.com and use code VETERAN to get 10% off your first purchase of 4Patriots Survival Food.    Want to be our next guest? Send us an email at interview@veteranonthemove.com.  Did you love this episode? Leave us a 5-star rating and review!  Download Joe Crane's Top 7 Paths to Freedom or get it on your mobile device. Text VETERAN to 38470. Veteran On the Move podcast has published 500 episodes. Our listeners have the opportunity to hear in-depth interviews conducted by host Joe Crane. The podcast features people, programs, and resources to assist veterans in their transition to entrepreneurship.  As a result, Veteran On the Move has over 7,000,000 verified downloads through Stitcher Radio, SoundCloud, iTunes and RSS Feed Syndication making it one of the most popular Military Entrepreneur Shows on the Internet Today.

549. This week we're happy to have Louisiana's current poet laureate Alison Pelegrin visiting us. 'Alison was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana. She received an MFA from the University of Arkansas. Pelegrin is the author of Waterlines (Louisiana State University Press, 2016); Hurricane Party (University of Akron Press, 2012); Big Muddy River of Stars (University of Akron Press, 2007), which received the 2006 Akron Poetry Prize; and The Zydeco Tablets (Word Press, 2002). About Pelegrin's poetry, Martha Serpas writes, “Alison Pelegrin is one of the sharpest wits to come out of the Bayou State in a long time. She can conjure Louisiana's present-tense, unapologetic, tragicomic drama with authenticity.” She teaches at Southeastern Louisiana University and lives in Covington, Louisiana. In 2023, she was appointed the poet laureate of Louisiana through 2025' (Poets.org). This week in Louisiana history. November 18, 1719. The ship Les Deux Freres brings first mass-arrival of Germans to Louisiana. This week in New Orleans history. Royal Street Branch Library Opens November 25, 1907. The Royal Branch at 2110 Royal Street (Royal at Frenchmen), funded by a grant from Andrew Carnegie, was the first NOPL branch to open, on November 25, 1907. Two other branches, Algiers and Napoleon, also built with Carnegie funds, opened shortly afterward and continue to serve the public today. The Royal Branch was a one-story and basement structure of the Doric style of architecture. It was fire-proof, the exterior and interior walls being of pressed brick and the floors of concrete. It occupied a lot 65 by 98 feet, and sat upon a low terrace. The interior space was divided into reading, attendants', janitor's, storage and toilet rooms. The reading-room was 40 by 50 feet with a ceiling height of sixteen feet which had no interior columns or other obstructions — giving the impression of an even larger room. This week in Louisiana. Louisiana Colonial Trails Scenic Byway Distance: 484 miles Duration: Two to three days for a self-guided tour Website Colonial Trails, 484-miles long, offers visitors cultural connections among the French, Creole, Anglo, African American and Native American at sites along the Colonial Trails Byway. Sites include several military fortifications such as Forts Randolph and Buhlow, Camp Beauregard and Fort Polk; fields of cotton and Frogmore Cotton Plantation and Gin, Kent House, the oldest standing structure in Central Louisiana, Melrose Plantation, home to primitive artist Clementine Hunter, Tunica-Biloxi Cultural and Education Center, the Delta Music Museum and the Louisiana Political History Museum among so many others that tell the overarching story of Louisiana history. Postcards from Louisiana. Thanksgiving Poetry by Aislinn KerchaertListen on Google Play. Listen on Spotify. Listen on TuneIn. The Louisiana Anthology Home Page. Like us on Facebook. 

In Episode 597: Fort Polk Dogman, Gabriel shares his encounter with a mysterious creature while he was in the military in 2010. The encounter took place during a training mission in a remote area known as "The Box" inside Fort Polk, Louisiana. Gabriel and his sergeant were tasked with harassing a fake military base during the night, but Gabriel was left alone after his sergeant went back to retrieve a forgotten radio. As he waited alone in the woods, he described feeling a sudden eerie silence in the natural sounds, and he noticed strange occurrences, including a pulsating red light and a large, black shape behind a bush. As his fear intensified, he stood up with his machine gun, intending to fend off what he initially thought might be a bear. However, when he attempted to fire the weapon, a terrifying and powerful roar froze him in his tracks. The creature stood up on two legs and was much taller than him, with yellow, glowing eyes that felt malevolent and ancient. Gabriel felt an intense sense of evil emanating from the creature, leading him to believe it was not an ordinary animal but something far more sinister and supernatural. For years, he had believed it was a demon, and it was only later, in 2021, that he learned about the term "Dogman" as he attempted to make sense of his experience. The Confessionals Members App: Apple Store: https://apple.co/3UxhPrh Google Play: https://bit.ly/43mk8kZ Become a member for AD FREE listening and EXTRA shows: theconfessionalspodcast.com/join Watch The Shape of Shadows: https://www.merkel.media/stream-now Watch Expedition Dogman: https://bit.ly/3CE6Kg0 SPONSORS GET UNCOMMON GOODS at 15% off: uncommongoods.com/tony GET EMP Shield: empshield.com Coupon Code: "tony" for $50 off every item you purchase! Listen to this episode for more information! Link: bit.ly/3YaMD1N GET SIMPLISAFE TODAY: simplisafe.com/confessionals GET Hello Fresh: hellofresh.com/confessionalsfree Promo Code: "confessionalsfree" for FREE BREAKFAST FOR LIFE!!! Get Emergency Food Supplies: www.preparewiththeconfessionals.com CONNECT WITH US Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: contact@theconfessionalspodcast.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/the-newsletter MAILING ADDRESS: Merkel Media 257 N. Calderwood St., #301 Alcoa, TN 37701 SOCIAL MEDIA Subscribe to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/2TlREaI Discord: https://discord.gg/KDn4D2uw7h Show Instagram: theconfessionalspodcast Tony's Instagram: tonymerkelofficial Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcas Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel OUTRO MUSIC VanTesla - ShutUp N Drive YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify

Welcome back to another new episode of Tinfoil Tales. On this episode, we are joined by our guest John, a former member of the US Army, who had a run-in with a large beast while doing military training exercises out in the wilderness of Fort Polk Louisiana. This is the first time John has spoken publicly about his experience, and I am grateful he decided to share it with us.If you've had a personal encounter, or have a story you would like to share, please send an email to tinfoiltalespodcast@gmail.com and we can get something scheduled for a future episode.Join the Patreon and become a Foil Fanatic!www.patreon.com/tinfoiltalesIf you want to help the show, consider a small donation - https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=LGRBQRHY8HVLUFollow us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/tinfoiltalesPlease Like and Subscribe to the YouTube account @ (2) Tinfoil Tales - YouTubeIf you're interested in purchasing a copy of the paperback version of Tinfoil Tales, you can find it on Amazon at the following link.https://a.co/d/izuSDGLIf you enjoy the show, please Like and subscribe and leave a review to help the show grow to a wider audience.DisclaimerTinfoil Tales is a platform for others to share their experiences and opinions. Neither the podcast nor the host, Brandon Wright, agree or disagree with the views and opinions expressed by guests. All claims made by individual guests are at their own discretion and do not reflect on the overall views of the podcast or its host.We encourage listeners to do their own research and form their own opinions on the topics discussed on Tinfoil Tales. Some of the content may be controversial or challenging, so it is important to listen critically and to be aware of your own biases. If you are concerned about any of the content, please feel free to skip ahead or stop listening altogether.Thank you for listening.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tinfoil-tales6786/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

At age 18, during basic training in Fort Polk, Louisiana, Chris Lundy slipped and broke his wrist. At the hospital, the doctors set his wrist and ran some blood tests. What Lundy thought would be a simple visit turned into a series of months-long hospital stays. Lundy was diagnosed with paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria, and his doctors sent him to Seattle, where he would become a patient of Donnall Thomas. Thomas would share the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1990 discoveries concerning organ and cell transplantation in the treatment of human disease. Today, Lundy is the longest living recipient of an allogeneic transplant for aplastic anemia at Fred Hutch Cancer Center. He received the bone marrow transplant that saved his life in 1971. In this interview, Chris and his brother, Jerry Lundy, speak with Dr. Deborah Doroshow, an oncologist at the Tisch Cancer Institute, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Doroshow, who is also a historian of medicine, is a member of the editorial board of the Cancer History Project. Read more here: https://cancerhistoryproject.com/article/chris-lundy-had-one-week-to-live-52-years-later-he-is-the-longest-living-bmt-recipient-at-the-hutch/

Episode #32: Study in Leadership: Major General William Hickman, Part 2On this episode, we continue our look at the extraordinary life of a man who has found great success as a career military man. Major General William Hickman spent 36 years serving his country. Born and raised in Maury County, Gen. Hickman attended local schools before attending Vanderbilt University. As an ROTC student there, upon graduation, he was commissioned into the army as a 2nd lieutenant in 1983. Over the next three decades, he rose through the ranks holding various field and staff commands including company, battalion, and brigade commands with the 101st Airborne Division. Between 2003-2008, Gen. Hickman served three tours of duty in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Serving in over 30 countries, he joined the Central Command Staff as military assistant to General David Patraeus. He became commanding general of the Joint Readiness Training Center at Fort Polk, Louisiana, Deputy Commander for the U.S. Army in the Middle East, and finally, Deputy Chief of Staff, Strategic Plans and Policy, NATO's Allied Command Transformation. Retiring from the military in 2019 as a major general, Gen. Hickman is now senior advisor at Compass Executives Group, assisting businesses in crisis management, strategic planning and decision-making, coaching and leader development, and supply chain management. Tom Price and Dr. Barry Gidcomb lead the discussion.

Episode 31: Case Study in Leadership: Major General William HickmanOn this episode, we look at the extraordinary life of a man who has found great success as a career military man. Major General William Hickman spent 36 years serving his country. Born and raised in Maury County, Gen. Hickman attended local schools before attending Vanderbilt University. As an ROTC student there, upon graduation, he was commissioned into the army as a 2nd lieutenant in 1983. Over the next three decades, he rose through the ranks holding various field and staff commands including company, battalion, and brigade commands with the 101st Airborne Division. Between 2003-2008, Gen. Hickman served three tours of duty in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Serving in over 30 countries, he joined the Central Command Staff as military assistant to General David Patraeus. He became commanding general of the Joint Readiness Training Center at Fort Polk, Louisiana, Deputy Commander for the U.S. Army in the Middle East, and finally, Deputy Chief of Staff, Strategic Plans and Policy, NATO's Allied Command Transformation. Retiring from the military in 2019 as a major general, Gen. Hickman is now senior advisor at Compass Executives Group, assisting businesses in crisis management, strategic planning and decision-making, coaching and leader development, and supply chain management. Tom Price and Dr. Barry Gidcomb lead the discussion.

Army honors black WWI hero Sgt. William Henry Johnson with the renaming of a Louisiana base. The base, formerly known as Fort Polk, will now be named Fort William Henry Johnson. Johnson was a black soldier who served with distinction in World War I, despite facing discrimination from his fellow soldiers and superiors. Diddy upholds his $1 million donation promise to Jackson State University. Diddy made the donation in the wake of the protests that erupted after the death of George Floyd. The money will be used to support scholarships, academic programs, and other initiatives at Jackson State University. Apple adds $25 million to the acial equity and justice initiative. Apple has increased its financial commitment to its racial equity and justice initiative to over $200 million since 2020. The initiative supports organizations working to address racial injustice in the United States. HBCU trivia. Amanda Seales and her guests test their knowledge of HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges and Universities). Janet Jackson LA concert helps raise 3.4 million. Janet Jackson's concert in Los Angeles raised over $3.4 million for the We Are Family Foundation, which supports children and families in need. The Blackspin 50 Years of Hip Hop - celebrating influential women in hip hop. Amanda Seales and her guests discuss the impact of women in hip-hop, from the pioneers of the genre to the current generation of stars. I hope you enjoy the podcast!FOLLOW ALONG AS WE COVER: 1:24 Army Honors Black WWI Hero Sgt. William Henry Johnson With The Renaming Of A Louisiana Base 4:15 Public Seales Announcement 6:24 CHECK THE VM: Our Phone Lines Are Open, 24/7…AT 855-AMANDA-8 THAT'S 855-262-6328! 10:21 Diddy Upholds His $1 Million Donation Promise To Jackson State University 16:28 The People Vs 20:47 Things I Learned This Week 25:55 CHECK THE VM: Our Phone Lines Are Open, 24/7…AT 855-AMANDA-8 THAT'S 855-262-6328! 30:00 Apple Adds $25 Million To Racial Equity And Justice Initiative, Increasing Financial Commitment To Over $200M Since 2020 34:36  HBCU Trivia :We Tried To Name The HBCUS We Know, But Do We Know The Alumni? 43:39 CHECK THE VM: Our Phone Lines Are Open, 24/7…AT 855-AMANDA-8 THAT'S 855-262-6328! 46:16 Janet Jackson's LA Concert Help Raise 3.4 Million 50:10 The Blackspin 50 Years Of Hip Hop - Celebrating Influential Women In Hip Hop FOLLOW THE SHOW ON ALL SOCIALS: @sealessaidit @amandaseales @jeremiahlikethebible If you have a comment leave Amanda a message at 1 855-AMANDA-8 that's 1-855-262-6328See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump arraignment recap; Federal Reserve meeting preview; University of Wisconsin funding vote suspended; Belarus taking deliveries of Russian nuclear weapons; Car theft spike; Fort Polk renamed.

Join us for a conversation with Brig. Gen. David Gardner, the Fort Polk and JRTC Commanding General. We learn more about their campaign, Winning the Fight for Talent, and talk about quality of life initiatives, career progression and life at Fort Polk

The Joint Readiness Training Center rotation brings a new set of challenges for the 4th Infantry Brigade Combat Team Airborne, 25th Infantry Division, when evacuees begin filling the city in hopes of finding a safe haven at Fort Polk, LA.

Bryan Ray always wanted to be the best soldier. He served 20 years in the U.S. Army, 15 of which were in Special Forces. He's deployed to Afghanistan, Africa, and Iraq, going from the most inexperienced infantry to ultimately running teams as command. He's also a mountain man, schooling amateurs on everything from moderate hiking to ice climbing at some of the highest elevations on earth.Over the course of his career, Bryan's had a lot of close calls, from ISIS ambushes to a Taliban prison raid and even a hair-raising story of an AC-130 call gone wrong. And since then he's pivoted into Health Via Modern Nutrition, a Mike Drop favorite for fans of high-energy operations. But one thing he knows for sure is don't be a leg - and never, ever quit.----------Chapters:00:00 - Intro02:00 - Traveling to Italy04:15 - A Very Cold Shower09:45 - Born on Fort Bragg14:45 - Paintball with Dad20:15 - "Don't Be a Leg"23:45 - Fort Polk with the 509th32:45 - Deployed to Iraq36:15 - A Wayward Ambush42:15 - The Army's Corporal Recruiting Program45:15 - The Special Forces Qualification Course58:00 - Back to Iraq as Special Forces01:01:00 - Operations in Niger01:04:00 - Meeting My Wife01:08:00 - Conquering Mountains at SWC01:21:45 - First Trip to Afghanistan01:23:30 - The Difference Between Fighting ISIS and The Taliban01:33:45 - Mortars on ISIS01:38:45 - A RON Site Tragedy----------Support Bryan Ray:Website - HVMN & Ketone-IQ - https://hvmn.com/pages/ketoneInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/b.ray_dol----------Sponsors:MUD/WTRGo to mudwtr.com/mike to support the show and use code MIKEMUD for 15% off----------BUBS NaturalsThe BUBS namesake derives from Glen ‘BUB' Doherty, who was heroically killed in Benghazi, Libya in 2012. In addition to remembering Glen for the patriot he is, the BUBS ethos centers around the passionate and adventure seeking life that Glen lived.BUBS Naturals products are rooted in sustainably sourced ingredients and controlled consistency to provide our customers with the highest quality Collagen Protein & MCT Oil Powder that help you feel amazing and live a fuller life.Our mission is simple. FEEL GREAT. DO GOOD. 10% always goes back to charity, helping military men and women transition back into civilian life.Go to bubsnaturals.com and use code MIKEDROP for 20% off your order. ----------Athletic GreensAthletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit athleticgreens.com/MIKEDROP!----------Ketone-IQYou can find Ketone-IQ at hvmn.com. Visit hvmn.com and use promo code MIKEDROP at checkout to save 20%. Again, that's hvmn.com and promo code MIKEDROP.----------Fueled by TeamDog | www.mikeritlandco.com | @Teamdog.petALL THINGS MIKE RITLAND:SHOP for Fueled By Team Dog Performance Dog Food, Treats, Apparel, Accessories, and Protection dogs - MikeRitlandCo.com - https://www.MikeRitlandCo.com Team Dog Online dog training - TeamDog.pet - https://www.TeamDog.pet

 Join us as we delve into why General David Gardner, the commanding general of the Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Polk, visited Fort Hood, "the Great Place," in search of great talent. We explore the four key factors that make Fort Polk and JRTC a unique and rewarding experience for soldiers, officers, and NCOs beyond just the fantastic food. From professional development to a close-knit community, predictable scheduling, and a plethora of family-friendly activities, Fort Polk has it all. Don't miss out on this eye-opening discussion about the hidden gems of Fort Polk and JRTC.SUBMIT: FortHoodPAO@gmail.comFACEBOOK: /usagforthoodINSTAGRAM: @usagforthoodTWITTER: @usagforthoodAll music obtained, royalty-free, through Filter by Songtradr: "Gun Metal Grey" - Delicious Allstars; "Learning By Doing" - Niklas OlovsoThis podcast is a production of U.S. Army Garrison Fort Hood and Fort Hood Public Affairs.

“When Jesus died for our sins, how many of them were in the future? All of them. We weren't even born yet.” – David MikeHave you heard the one about the young soldier from a military family who started taking and dealing drugs? You know, the one where he had to fix his car on the fly with a firing pin from a gun he had in his glove box while he was hiding from the authorities avoiding arrest. A long time listener of the podcast, today's guest is now behind the mic and sharing his remarkable story with us. From honor to dishonor, from purpose to forgiveness, and from doing to Getting Off Our “Ask”, get ready for all this and so much more in this weeks episode. Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome to the David Mike story! GUEST BIO: David Mike is a Christ follower, husband, father, author of Dishonor: One Soldier's Journey from Desertion to Redemption and Cosmetology Instructor in Omaha, NE. David is passionate about sharing the message that we do not have to be defined by our past and that God can use our kind of mess for good. PROUD SPONSORS:Remarkable People Volume 1: How They Overcame Adversity, Achieved Success, & You Can Too!  REMARKABLE NEW BOOK: CHECK IT OUT ON AMAZON NOW! SHOW NOTES :Guest Info:Website: https://dilemmamike.comFacebook: https://facebook.com/dilemmamikeblogInstagram: https://instagram.com/dilemmamike Getting Off Our “Ask” Special Offer(s):Ascend 2 Glory: Sales & Marketing Video Guide | RPP Listeners use promo code, “200OFF4RPP” for $200 off your order. Learn More and Order Now Here!Support the showHOW TO SUPPORT THE REMARKABLE PEOPLE PODCAST: Share the podcast with your family, friends, and co-workers. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel AND Monthly Email List. Rate the podcast in your favorite podcast player. Review us on sites such as Apple Podcasts, Listen Notes, our website, social media pages, and more. Sponsor an Episode at https://DavidPasqualone.com/SponsorInfo. Donate what you can to help us bring more great content to the world. Contact us and let us know how the podcast has made a positive impact in your life! HAVE A QUESTION? Click here to connect with David THE NOT-SO-FINE-PRINT DISCLAIMER: While we are very thankful for all of our guests, please understand that we do not necessarily hold or endorse the same beliefs, views, and positions that they may have. We respectfully agree to disagree in some areas, and thank God for the blessing & privilege of free will. THANKS FOR JOINING US FOR THE REMARKABLE PEOPLE PODCAST!

Join Kathleen, Mandi, and other Fort Polk spouses as they sit down with the Fort Polk Garrison Command Team and discuss quality of life for spouses! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Listen in as Mandi & Kathleen interview Col Sam Smith and Command Sergeant Major Stephen Nielson. They talk all things army life & Fort Polk! They debunk a lot of the myths about Fort Polk & show that it really is a hidden gem in the Army. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Today, Th0t and Kilo take a trip down to the swamps of Louisiana to discuss the dark history of Fort Polk, to include a lawless strip of land, inexcusable chemical testing on service members, a bloody massacre, the notorious Box Witch origin story, and a poem about the fabled (factual?) cult near an abandoned military camp. Tune in at the end for a few listener tales, and if you'd like to hear your story read on our show please email us at departmentofthedead2022@gmail.com Follow our instagram page @department_of_the_dead Please rate, review, and subscribe today!

In this week's episode, the hosts give an update on events around the Division and Brigade… D-Day 78, Coca Cola 600 and a Fittest/Strongest Falcon Competition. Next, you'll hear a deeper dive about Private First Class Charles DeGlopper, the only 82nd Airborne Medal of Honor Recipient from the Normandy Campaign. Then, the first all-services ESports competition was a couple weeks ago. Air Force won... nerds. However, Army came in second. Lastly, the hosts talk to their highest ranking guest yet, Brigadier General David Doyle, the current commander of JRTC and Fort Polk who happens to be a former Falcon. BG Doyle will talk about what's new coming at JRTC, 82nd Legacy, and some great qualities in leaders. 

Monuments are often built to commemorate moments in history. Removing them means forgetting the parts of our history we don't like. George Floyd's death nearly two years ago, however, sparked critical conversations about systemic racism in the county. It also sparked a movement for the removal, renaming, and relocation of monuments and other symbols of the Confederacy. Many people argue that Confederate monuments are important symbols of Southern heritage and a significant part of American history. Others view them as symbols of racism and white supremacy. The debate over Confederate monuments has raised some important questions about the role of public memorials in our society. Do they represent our shared history or do they represent our divisions?In this episode, Jim and Dan discuss a topic suggested by a listener, which is the renaming of military installations that honor confederates. They will talk about how the left is erasing history, taking down statues, and changing military installations' names.Enjoy!In This Episode00:27 - Why the removal of confederate monuments remains a controversial issue07:04 - How George Floyd's death has led to Confederate monuments being torn down08:46 - What the Naming Commission is all about17:27 - Renaming recommendations for Army installations and reasons for their selection19:38 - Fort A.P. Hill in Virginia to Fort Walker 22:38 - Fort Polk in Louisiana to Fort Johnson25:21 - Fort Bragg in North Carolina to Fort Liberty30:32 - Fort Benning in Georgia to Fort Moore33:42 - Fort Gordon in Georgia to Fort Eisenhower35:01 - Fort Hood in Texas to Fort Cavazos36:27 - Fort Lee in Virginia to Fort Gregg-Adams41:03 - Fort Pickett in Virginia to Fort Barfoot43:52 - Fort Rucker in Alabama to Fort Novosel48:28 - Collateral damages caused by the George Floyd riots50:12 - Why erasing the history does more harm than goodFavorite Quotes02:17 - "You can support the Confederate Army for being what they are without supporting their values, racism, and slavery." - Jim Larkin32:42 - "I appreciate everybody who makes it up to about the rank of Colonel. After Colonel, it's all politics." - Jim Larkin50:12 - "If you erase history, we are definitely doomed to repeat it. Just teach these kids there was a half of the country supported keeping all of your black friends in chains, so it's good that we defeated them. But that's not what they're gonna do. Instead, they're gonna erase it so that we forget about it." - Jim Larkin51:48 - "This woke sh*t that we're doing and the way that we are treating anybody who's not black or Hispanic or gay or trans is gonna be seen as very wrong. Yeah. You know, when you look at affirmative action, there's no way that's right. I mean, I get why it started. We don't need it now. We don't." - Jim Larkin and Dan Wilkinson Jr.Follow the Pod Bless America Podcast on GETTREngage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comEmail: dan@pbapodcast.comFacebookListen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts   

This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell visit with Chet's friend and author, Jodie Stokes. Jodie recently wrote a book about his first 20 years of turkey hunting. You'll feel like you are in hunting camp as you are turning the pages of Jodie's stories pursuing the wild turkey in Louisiana. You will enjoy reading about Jodie's turkey hunting jouney from how his friends introduced him to the sport and as he introduces his family and friends. Most importantly, Jodie clearly describes how Christ has impacted his life. Jodie and the guys then discuss their top 3 movie battle scenes. There are some similarities with the lists. Troy closes out the episode with a good word from John chapter 6. You can find Jodie's book here: https://www.amazon.com/First-Twenty-Years-Stories-Louisiana/dp/B09Y4SMX9D/ref=sr_1_1?crid=7EACD2G5QVRN&keywords=jodie+stephen+stokes&qid=1654196325&sprefix=Jodie+Stephen%2Caps%2C109&sr=8-1 Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Jodie Stokes, "The First Twenty Years: Stories of a Louisiana Turkey Hunter." Top 3: Movie battle scenes: LOTR The Two Towers, Battle at Helms Deep, Red Dawn, Guerilla Warfare, Karate Kid, Braveheart, Saving Private Ryan, Master and Commander, Last of the Mohicans, The 300, HBO The Pacific, Gladiator, Fury, Black Hawk Down A Good Word: Deserter: John chapter 6. Jesus said some things that ran off some of the spectators that werent committed followers. author, turkey hunting, book, fire fighter, Army, Fort Polk, volunteer firefighter, Oak Hill, CENLA, Central Louisiana, parenting, high school friends, snakes, squirrel hunting, family, coworker, turkey season, grandpa, hunting stories, father-in-law, public land, game warden, duck hunting, Chimney Rock, North Carolina, Terminal List, Jack Carr, Chris Pratt, Amazon Prime, Links mentioned in this episode: https://www.hardheadedpodcast.com/ http://admiralspennant.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Mandi and Kathleen sit down with Brig. Gen. David Doyle, Commanding General of Fort Polk, to chat about the Quality of Life Improvement Initiative and field questions about how a post commander impacts your day-to-day life as a military spouse. Please be advised that this episode contains conversations relating to mental health and suicide prevention. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

JRTC 22-06 is in the books and closed forever. All kidding aside, it was a great training event and helped build a better team. While you were in "The Box" the Army announced the new next gen squad weapons to semi-replace the M4 and M249. Lastly, you'll hear about the Army's new directive on changes to Pregnancy and Post-Partum. You know, sometimes they do care. It's some classic People First stuff and it was mostly created by you... Soldiers.

It's here! The Army announced the revised ACFT effective as of 1 APR. Russ and Andy will talk about that, potential body composition standard changes, and the most BREAKING NEWS... the tabasco bottles are coming back to your Meals Ready to Eat (MRE). Pardon us for our absence. We're off to fight the good fight in our upcoming rotation to the Joint Readiness Training Center in Fort Polk, Louisiana. New episodes coming in May. See you on the other side!Curious about the new ACFT?  https://www.army.mil/acftInsta: @2bct82ndTwitter: 2BCT_FALCONSFacebook: FalconBrigadeGmail: 2bctfalcons@gmail.com

Around 71% of the earth is water. Give it a few more years of sea level rise and we'll top 80, no problem.  In Louisiana, we've lived with water a long time. And for a lot of kids, that begins with swim lessons.  At some point in nearly every child's life, they get thrown into the deep end. It's a good idea they know how to swim, so they don't sink.  And a staggering number of kids don't know how to swim. A 2017 study found 65% of Black children, 45% of Hispanic children and 40% of white children don't know how to swim.  Colleen Baczyk, founder of City of Lafayette Aquatics - better known as COLA - has been swimming against that tide for 20 years. The program began with just five swimmers in 2002 and now reaches around 250 kids children each year through competitive programs and summer swim lessons.   COLA runs the Southwest Louisiana Swim League, working with high school and middle school swim teams in the area. And Colleen has been a competitive swimmer herself since she was 5 years old and is also a chiropractor with Barczyk Chiropractic Group.  If you're scared of the ocean but not heights, then maybe the open skies are a better place for you. Lafayette is home to Acadian Aviation, one of the few full-time flight training schools in the state. The flight school was founded by Raja Gharazeddine.  Raja got his pilot's license at 30, bought his first plane at 34 and left the restaurant business in 2007 to launch Acadian Aviation. Over the years, Raja's students have shifted from people looking for a high-flying hobby to people looking for careers. Acadian Aviation partners with Fort Polk to help military aviators get civilian credentials. In 2022, Raja kicked off a partnership with LSU Alexandria to offer a professional aviation program, one of only two in the state.  Acadian Aviation also offers charter flight services out of Lafayette Regional Airport. Out to Lunch Acadiana is recorded live over lunch at Tula Tacos and Amigos in downtown Lafayette. You can find photos from this show by Astor Morgan at our website itsacadiana.com.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During this episode, Maj. Jennifer Dyrcz, Joint Readiness Training Center, Operations Group Public Affairs Officer, brings us a conversation with Brig. Gen. Peter Scott of the 4th Canadian Division - 4e Division du Canada, about their recent training at JRTC and Fort Polk. This episode brings a different perspective on the importance of training with partners and allies.

Col. Kevin C.M. Benson, USA Ret., Ph.D., served in armor and cavalry assignments in Europe and the U.S. He commanded a tank company at Fort Polk, La., and a tank battalion at Fort Hood, Texas. He also served as the C/J-5 for Combined Forces Land Component Command during the initial invasion of Iraq and as director, School of Advanced Military Studies. He has a doctorate in history from the University of Kansas, and writes for a wide range of professional journals. Guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-c-m-benson-7745648/ Host: Tanner Brock - tanner@changingdiscourse.com Host: Chip Huth - chip@changingdiscourse.com Voice-over: Mike Huth - mhuth@paladintac.com Changing Discourse -https://www.linkedin.com/company/changingdiscourse

Hey, y'all, and welcome to Southern Macabre! Thank y'all so much for tuning in today for True Crime Friday. Today I'm going to tell y'all about a solved case from Texas. I'm going to try to spare y'all the graphic details, but y'all may not want your young'uns listening in. * While I was recording, I got a notification on my tablet that I have set to say, "I'm your Huckleberry" an infamous line from the movie Tombstone. Due to when it occurred, I left it as it seemed fitting to me. There is a note in the transcript when it happens on the recording. * ----- Dean Arnold Corll was born December 24, 1939 in Fort Wayne, Indiana, but moved to Memphis, Tennessee after his parents, Arnold and Mary Corll, divorced. His father was stationed there with the U.S. Air Force and his mother wanted him to still have contact with both of his sons, Corll, and his younger brother, Stanley Wayne Corll.   His parents reconciled, remarried, and moved to Pasadena, Texas. It didn't last long and they divorced on good terms and Arnold maintained contact with his boys.   After this divorce, Mary married a traveling clock salesman named Jake West. They moved to Vidor, Texas where his half-sister, Joyce, was born. Mary and Jake started a family-owned candy company in their garage and Jake would sell it to his clients. Corll worked in the candy kitchen all of the time, even though he was still in school. He and his brother were responsible for the candy-making machines and packaging.   The family moved just outside Houston in 1958, when Corll graduated, to help the popular candy company, Pecan Prince, grow. In 1960, Mary asked Corll to move in with his elderly grandmother, which he did.   During this time, he became friends with a local girl. She proposed marriage to him in 1962, but he turned her down. He returned to Houston in 1962 to help with the candy shop that had moved to Houston Heights by then. He moved into an apartment above the store.   Mary divorced Jack in 1963 and opened Corll Candy Shop. Corll was appointed vice-president and Stanley was secretary-treasurer. That year, one of the teenaged male employees told Mary that Corll had made sexual advances towards him, so she fired the employee.   On August 10, 1964, Corll went to Fort Polk, Louisiana after being drafted by the U.S. Army. He was then assigned to Fort Benning, Georgia where he was trained to fix radios. His permanent assignment was Fort Hood, Texas. He was honorably discharged after ten months of service so he could go back to Houston to help with Corll Candy Company.   Corll reportedly told close friends that it was during his time in the Army that he realized he was a homosexual and had had his first homosexual experiences during that time. Others noticed how he acted around teenaged boys after he came home and wondered if he was a homosexual.   He returned to a fierce competition between Pecan Prince, his former stepfather's company, and Corll Candy Company, his mother's business. He increased the number of hours he worked in order to meet the demand for his family's candy.   In 1965, Corll Candy Company relocated across the street from an elementary school. Corll earned the nickname “ The Candy Man '' and “Pied Piper '' because he would give free candy to children, especially teenage boys.   The “Pied Piper” title was a bit prophetic as the legend says that the Pied Piper lured children to their deaths and their families never saw them again.   Only a few people worked in the candy store and he was seen to behave inappropriately with several teenage male employees. He bought a pool table which he set up at the back of the store where employees and young people would hang out.   In 1967, he befriended a sixth grader named David Owen Brooks, one of the many who rece --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Fort Hood and Fort Hood's Great Big Podcast welcomed BG Doyle, Commanding General of JRTC and Fort Polk, this past week. The focus of his trip to the Great Place was to inform Soldiers about why choosing Fort Polk can posture you for future professional success. Learn all about what that means and what opportunities are available to Soldiers, and family members, at Fort Polk in this week's episode. Timecodes:Interview 1 starts at 00:29The crew:- Samantha Farlow, Fort Hood Public Affairs- CPL Kyra Pearl, 11th Corps Signal Brigade- SPC Garrett Dacko, 11th Corps Signal BrigadeFeaturing:- Dave Larsen, Fort Hood Public Affairs- Brigadier General David S. Doyle, Commanding General, JRTC and Fort PolkMusic provided by the following:"Gun Metal Grey" (opening/closing theme music) - Delicious Allstars"Learning By Doing" - Niklas OlovsoAll music obtained, royalty free, through Filter by Songtradr at www.filter.one/This podcast is a production of U.S. Army Garrison Fort Hood and Fort Hood Public Affairs.  Contact us at FortHoodPAO@gmail.comLike us and follow us on Facebook at U.S. Army Garrison Fort Hood and on Instagram at U.S. Army Garrison Fort Hood.

John Wayne Troxell is a retired United States Army senior noncommissioned officer who served as the third Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. In this capacity he served as the principal advisor to the Chairman and the Secretary of Defense on all matters related to the troops of the United States Armed Forces to include the lethality, readiness, fitness, welfare and deployability of the force, as well as joint force development and education. This position made Troxell the most senior enlisted member of the United States Armed Forces. He enlisted in September 1982 as an armored reconnaissance specialist and graduated from One Station Unit Training at Fort Knox, Kentucky. Troxell served in the United States Army for well over 37 years in numerous units throughout his career. They include the 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment in Fort Bliss, Texas; two tours in Germany with the 3rd Armored Division and 3rd Infantry Division; two tours in the 82nd Airborne Division in Fort Bragg, North Carolina; Campbell University Reserve Officer Training Corps in Buies Creek, North Carolina; and the Special Operations Division of Joint Task Force Six (Counterdrug) in El Paso, Texas. Troxell has served as the Command Sergeant Major of the 3rd Squadron, 17th Cavalry Regiment, 10th Mountain Division in Fort Drum, New York and Iraq; the Regimental Command Sergeant Major of the 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment in both Fort Polk, Louisiana and Fort Lewis, Washington; the Command Sergeant Major of the 4th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division in Fort Lewis, Washington and during the Surge in Iraq; the 21st Command Sergeant Major of the US Army Armor Center and Fort Knox, Kentucky; the Command Sergeant Major of the US Army Accessions Command and Human Resource Center of Excellence in Fort Knox, Kentucky; the Command Sergeant Major of US Army I Corps at Joint Base Lewis-McCord, Washington; the Command Senior Enlisted Leader of the International Security Assistance Force Joint Command in Afghanistan and the Command Senior Enlisted Leader of the United Nations Command/Combined Forces Command/United States Forces Korea. Troxell was sworn in as the SEAC on December 11, 2015 and finished his tour of duty on December 13, 2019. His official retirement date was March 31, 2020. Troxell's five combat tours of duty include making the combat parachute jump and service in Operation Just Cause in Panama, Operation Desert Shield/Storm, two tours in Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. As the SEAC, Troxell routinely visited troops deployed to countries around the world to include Syria, Iraq, Afghanistan, Somalia, Yemen, Libya and numerous others to gain the pulse of the force for the Chairman and Secretary. His military education includes Ranger, Airborne, Jumpmaster, Pathfinder, PLDC, BNCOC, ANCOC, and the First Sergeants Course. He is a graduate of Class 51 of the US Army Sergeants Major Course and the Command Sergeants Major Course. Troxell is also a graduate of the National Defense University Keystone Joint Command Senior Enlisted Course, the US Army War College Strategic Leader Development Course, the US Army Intermediate Strategic Leader Defense Course at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and the US Army Advanced Strategic Leader Development Course at Southwest Airlines and Exxon Mobile headquarters. Troxell is also a fellow at the Daniel K. Inouye Asia Pacific Center for Strategic Studies in Honolulu, Hawaii. His civilian education includes a master's degree in business administration with a concentration in strategic leadership from Trident University in California. Troxell's awards and decorations include the Combat Action Badge, the Ranger tab, the Master Parachutist Badge with combat jump star device, the Pathfinder Badge, the Driver Badge, the Joint Chiefs of Staff Identification Badge, the 82nd Airborne Division, 10th Mountain Division,

In this episode, AMSC's Dr. John Laudun visits Brigadier General David S. Doyle, Commanding General, Joint Readiness Training Center (JRTC) and Fort Polk, to discuss his experiences and viewpoints on strategic leadership. For questions, suggestions, or feedback, write us at usarmy.leavenworth.tradoc.mbx.armyu-amsc-podcast@army.mil To learn more about the Army Management Staff College, visit our website at https://usacac.army.mil/organizations/cace/amsc No DoD or U.S. ARMY ENDORSEMENT IMPLIED. Any references to commercially available products or works are used for research and educational purposes only. Mention of any specific commercial products, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not necessarily constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the US Army, Department of Defense, or the United States Government. The views and opinions of the authors expressed herein do not state or reflect those of the United States Government and shall not be used for advertising or product endorsement purposes. The mention of companies by name is solely for the purpose of representing educational framework and should not be implied as endorsement. Music: "Army Strong" composed by Mark Isham, arranged by Hector Munoz.

In this episode, AMSC's Dr. John Laudun visits Brigadier General David S. Doyle, Commanding General, Joint Readiness Training Center (JRTC) and Fort Polk, to discuss his experiences and viewpoints on strategic leadership. For questions, suggestions, or feedback, write us at usarmy.leavenworth.tradoc.mbx.armyu-amsc-podcast@army.mil To learn more about the Army Management Staff College, visit our website at https://usacac.army.mil/organizations/cace/amsc No DoD or U.S. ARMY ENDORSEMENT IMPLIED. Any references to commercially available products or works are used for research and educational purposes only. Mention of any specific commercial products, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not necessarily constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the US Army, Department of Defense, or the United States Government. The views and opinions of the authors expressed herein do not state or reflect those of the United States Government and shall not be used for advertising or product endorsement purposes. The mention of companies by name is solely for the purpose of representing educational framework and should not be implied as endorsement. Music: "Army Strong" composed by Mark Isham, arranged by Hector Munoz. Music: "Army Strong" composed by Mark Isham, arranged by Hector Munoz.

Fort Bragg is set to change its name.   The 2021 National Defense Authorization Act, passed by Congress last year, mandates the renaming of US military bases named after Confederate Soldiers. As a result, these 10 military bases will have a new name in the coming years: Camp Beauregard, Louisiana;  Fort Benning, Georgia; Fort Gordon, Georgia; Fort Hood, Texas; Fort A.P. Hill, Virginia; Fort Lee, Virginia; Fort Pickett, Virginia; Fort Polk, Louisiana; Fort Rucker, Alabama; and Fort Bragg, North Carolina, where this podcast is recorded.   For this episode, Episode 57, Colonel Scott Pence, garrison commander for Fort Bragg, joins host Joe Buccino to explain the process by which a new name will be selected. He also describes how he is soliciting feedback from veterans who've served on Fort Bragg as well as the surrounding community.   Colonel Pence is working closely with the Renaming Commission, an 8-member panel selected by Congress to oversee the process of renaming these 10 bases. In so doing, he seeks feedback from you, the listener. All the information you need about the base renaming to inform that feedback is available on this podcast episode.     We're releasing this episode on Tuesday, September 7th. In the days and weeks to come, we'll provide more information on the official 18th Airborne Corps Facebook page (@ftbragg18abn) regarding how you can submit a name for consideration to replace "Fort Bragg."   You can also propose a name for any of the 10 selected bases through the official site of the Renaming Commission: https://www.thenamingcommission.gov/.   Thanks for listening. Please pass this podcast episode on to anyone interested in this process.      

Brigadier General David S. Doyle Commanding General, JRTC, and Fort Polk joins us in the studio to talk about the Field Artillery from the maneuver commander's perspective. 

Many young professionals have sought answers to the important question: “How exactly do I discern God's will, and determine what life and career path to take in the days ahead?”While countless responses to this question have been suggested and published, the biblical answer is profoundly simple and truly liberating. Join Congressman Mike Johnson as he presents the answer that may change your life and perspective in dramatic ways.Congressman Mike Johnson is a Republican member of Congress proudly serving Louisiana's Fourth District. He represents the nearly 760,000 residents of 15 parishes in the northwest and western regions of the state. Mike was first elected to the U.S. House of Representatives on December 10, 2016, by the largest margin of victory in his region in more than 50 years and is currently serving his third term in Congress.In January 2021, Mike was elected by his colleagues to serve as Vice Chairman of the House Republican Conference, one of the seven elected leadership positions for Republicans in the House of Representatives. In this leadership role, Mike helps guide his Republican colleagues to fight for core conservative principles and policies. Mike also serves as an Assistant Whip for the 117th Congress, to help implement the Republican agenda. He was previously honored to serve as chairman of the Republican Study Committee, the largest caucus of conservatives in Congress, known as "the intellectual arsenal of conservatism in the House."With two decades of previous experience in Constitutional law, Mike serves on the House Judiciary Committee, and is the top-ranked Republican for its Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights and Civil Liberties. He also serves on the House Armed Services Committee and is honored to represent Barksdale Air Force Base, headquarters of the Air Force Global Strike Command, and Fort Polk and the Army's Joint Readiness Training Center, as well as the Louisiana National Guard's Camp Minden Training Site and other military assets.Mike is a dedicated husband and father of four and an attorney who has devoted his life and career to fighting for the fundamental freedoms and traditional values that have always been a priority to the people of Louisiana. Mike spent nearly 20 years successfully litigating high profile constitutional law cases in district and appellate courts nationwide and is widely recognized as a leading defender of the right to life, religious liberty, free speech, the Second Amendment and free market principles. In his law practice, he drafted landmark legislation for many states and municipalities and provided legal counsel to members of Congress, governors, state legislatures, city councils, school boards, law enforcement agencies, ministries and non-profit organizations around the country.Mike solidified his reputation as a principled, full-spectrum conservative when he served in the Louisiana Legislature from February 2015 to January 2017. He was elected to the state legislature twice without opposition, and he was honored to be appointed Vice Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee and to the Select Committee on Leadership. As a legislator, both in the state capital and now in the nation's capital, he has received top awards from business and industry, limited government, and pro-life and pro-family groups. Mike earned his Juris Doctorate from the Paul M. Hebert Law Center at Louisiana State University in 1998. He earned his undergraduate degree in Business Administration from Louisiana State University in 1995.Mike and his wife Kelly, a former school teacher from Webster Parish and now a Licensed Pastoral Counselor, have been married since 1999 and have four children, Hannah, Abigail, Jack and Will. Today, they reside in Bossier Parish.Support the show (http://www.faithandlaw.org/donate)

Tonight we will be chatting with Nick who is currently serving in the United States military. He is going to share with us his experience while training at Fort Polk. Nick said “It was a strange night and I wasn't the only person to experience this thing, whatever it is. I have also seen the lights on Fort Polk. There is a term that is used among solders and we call it the box witch.” The term has nothing to do with a witch but Nick will explain why they call it that. Nick said I've started a side project of collecting Soldiers stories, specifically what they've experienced with “not normal.” It's on Instagram @Tales_From_The_Gridsquare.”  

On this episode of Mr. Army Wife and Friends, Bonnie and I chat with Emily McGruder from the Fort Polk Spouses and Community Club. She's working hard to build a sense of community surrounding the club at Fort Polk, and hopes that by reaching out to everyone, she will be able to achieve that. Please follow Mr. Army Wife and Friends on Facebook (@mrarmywifeandfriends) and Instagram (mrarmywifeandfriends), and email your answer to misterarmywife@gmail.com with any questions, comments or concerns. Music provided by Soundstripe.com

In this episode of WeARtheGuard we continue in our series of conversations with Commanders in the Arkansas National Guard. This week, we are speaking with recently promoted Maj. Megan Thomas. When Maj. Thomas sat down with WeARtheGuard, she was serving in a command position with Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 2-153rd Infantry Battalion, 39th Infantry Brigade Combat Team. Since this recording, she has been assigned to command Bravo Company, 2-153rd (Batesville/Augusta), and will command the unit through the Joint Readiness Training Center at Fort Polk, Louisiana in July & August, 2021. "Infantry officers want to command an infantry company," said MAJ Thomas. "This is why we're are here, and this is one of the highlights of my career as a commissioned officer. I am really looking forward to commanding the best citizen-Soldiers our state has to offer.” You can listen/subscribe to our podcasts on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/76NNkcAgAL0yhR6EffJIOe Apple Podcasts: http://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1557909504 DVIDS: https://www.dvidshub.net/podcast/alpha/W/page/1 Catch us to/from work, in the gym, or whenever you have an opportunity and Thank you for listening.

This episode features a conversation with Brig. Gen. David Doyle, commander of the Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Polk. He describes how training at JRTC—one of the Army's three combat training centers—is changing rapidly and dramatically to meet the challenges that soldiers and units will confront in the contemporary global operational environment. As you'll hear, that training isn't just a pillar of Army readiness, but an integral component of the bigger picture of Army modernization.

Hello, I'm Luis Alicea, and I'm currently on active duty in the U.S Army, going on 20 years of active service and 21 years of total service to our nation. I will officially retire in August of 2021, culminating in my career as a First Sergeant. I joined the Army on June 14, 2000 (Army Birthday), and served three years on active duty. In June of 2003, I transitioned into the reserve component of the U.S Army, where I served for nine months before enlisting on active duty for a second time. In my career, I supported two peacekeeping missions, one to Saudia Arabia and one to Hungary. On both these missions, I served with Erik Castillo. I have also participated in four combat tours. Two tours in Iraq and two to Afghanistan. On my second tour to Iraq, I suffered wounds from a suicide vehicle born improvised explosive device. This event changed my outlook on life. I have also helped train future Army leaders in Morroco and Honduras. I've been stationed in Fort Bragg, NC twice, Baumholder, Germany, Fort Polk, LA, Anchorage, AK, Bloomington, IN, Dongducheon, Korea, and now Fort Drum, NY. Upon retirement, I hope to work in the fitness industry as a strength and conditioning coach, helping people see their potential and helping young athletes learn about leadership and team development. I currently hold a USA Weightlifting Level 1 Certification, a Certified Weightlifting Performance Coach Certification, and a Certified Speed and Agility Coach Certification, both from NSPA. I'm also five classes away from a Bachelor of Science in Sports and Health Sciences with a concentration in Exercise Science. You can follow him here: Facebook - Luis Alicea Instagram - @coach.alicea82 You can follow me here: Facebook - Erik Castillo, Warrior Mindset and Motivation Instagram - @curly815 @warriormindset.motivation YouTube - Warrior Mindset and Motivation LinkedIn - Erik Castillo --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/warrior-mindset-and-motiv/support

It's taken a sustained effort over the past several years to make its battlefield communications more reliable and resilient. But now the Army’s new Integrated Tactical Network is being put through its paces. The first brigade has been outfitted with the complete set of capabilities. Soldiers started their first major training rotation with the new gear last month. Federal News Network’s Jared Serbu visited the Joint Readiness Training Center at Fort Polk, Louisiana to talk with Army officials and soldiers about how it’s performing. He files this report.

On this episode, we continue our look at the extraordinary life of a man who has found great success as a career military man. Major General William Hickman spent 36 years serving his country. Born and raised in Maury County, Gen. Hickman attended local schools before attending Vanderbilt University. As an ROTC student there, upon graduation, he was commissioned into the army as a 2nd lieutenant in 1983. Over the next three decades, he rose through the ranks holding various field and staff commands including company, battalion, and brigade commands with the 101st Airborne Division. Between 2003-2008, Gen. Hickman served three tours of duty in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Serving in over 30 countries, he joined the Central Command Staff as military assistant to General David Patraeus. He became commanding general of the Joint Readiness Training Center at Fort Polk, Louisiana, Deputy Commander for the U.S. Army in the Middle East, and finally, Deputy Chief of Staff, Strategic Plans and Policy, NATO's Allied Command Transformation. Retiring from the military in 2019 as a major general, Gen. Hickman is now senior advisor at Compass Executives Group, assisting businesses in crisis management, strategic planning and decision-making, coaching and leader development, and supply chain management. Tom Price and Dr. Barry Gidcomb lead the discussion.

The story of a Livingston Parish Resident, Walker High School Graduate, and Former Decorated Special Forces Green Beret, Brett McMasters. Brett saw what occurred on 9/11 and made the decision to go fight for his Country. He did that and he did it well.  Check out his story here. Recognition & Awards- Honored with the Bronze Star for actions during Iraqi Freedom hunting down the #3 Terrorist (Abu Saad) on Iraq's Most Wanted List- Earned an Army Commendation Medal with "Valor" device for saving the life of a NATO affiliated Iraqi female during the bombing of the United Nations building in Iraq in 2003. - Awarded the Presidential Unit Citation for serving in the invasion of Iraq in 2003.- Awarded the Joint Commendation Service Medal and NATO medal for serving in Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. - Awarded 6 Army Commendation Medals, 9 Army Achievement Medals, 3 Army Good Conduct Medals, One Combat Action Badge, and the Special Forces Tab and Beret. - Earned Honor Graduate and Top Shot/Sniper Team at the Advanced Special Forces Qualification Course. - Selected to the Coveted Sergeant Audie Murphy Club as a Sergeant promotable. - Won NCO of the Year at Fort Polk, LA in 2006 competing against 12 of the best NCO's in the Fort Knox Installation.- Won NCO of the Year at Fort Polk, LA in 2006 competing against 20 of the best NCO's in the Fort Polk Installation.- Qualified Expert with M4 Carbine and M9/Glock Pistol; designated marksmen for the Company.

to the SisterSisterLiveShowLets welcome Annette Whittenberger Annette is a U.S. Army veteran who served seventeen years and four months as a Chemical Officer. During her service, she had two combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. She is most proud of the title military spouse of 22 years, mother to a daughter, Haeli (20 yrs old; (college junior at Sam Houston State University) and son, Blaze (17 yrs old; high school senior at Robinson High School). Annette was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the U.S. Army as a Chemical Officer from the ROTC Program at Arizona State University (Tempe, AZ). She holds a B.A. in Psychology from an M.S. in Environmental Management. Retiring in Nov 2016 pushed her into being an Accidental Entrepreneur to be able to make up for lost time with her children and use her voice to share her story about real-life after the Army and living with mental illness. Since her retirement, she has relocated from Fort Polk, LA to Fairfax, VA, to support her husband's military career. Her blog, A Wild Ride Called Life ®, LLC. incorporates stories from her post-military life. She shares how she lives life as a mom and military spouse living with PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Along with writing, she also hosts a podcast titled "The Truths We Hide." Not only does she share her story, but she also has guests who share and offer others advice, helping them realize they are not alone. Annette is a mentor for veterans on Veterati and military spouses on Ementor. Annette also has a passion for volunteering. She volunteers as a TAPS mentor, Tragedy Assistance Program for children survivors, The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, and the Trauma Survivors Network. You can check out more about Annette at the following: linktr.ee/a_wild_ride_called_life Follow SisterSisterLiveShow www.sistersisterliveshow.com www.facebook.com/sistersisterliveshow Follow CJ: www.facebook.com/authorcjiveslopez www.instagram.com/cjiveslopez13 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sistersisterliveshow/support

On this episode, we look at the extraordinary life of a man who has found great success as a career military man. Major General William Hickman spent 36 years serving his country. Born and raised in Maury County, Gen. Hickman attended local schools before attending Vanderbilt University. As an ROTC student there, upon graduation, he was commissioned into the army as a 2nd lieutenant in 1983. Over the next three decades, he rose through the ranks holding various field and staff commands including company, battalion, and brigade commands with the 101st Airborne Division. Between 2003-2008, Gen. Hickman served three tours of duty in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Serving in over 30 countries, he joined the Central Command Staff as military assistant to General David Patraeus. He became commanding general of the Joint Readiness Training Center at Fort Polk, Louisiana, Deputy Commander for the U.S. Army in the Middle East, and finally, Deputy Chief of Staff, Strategic Plans and Policy, NATO's Allied Command Transformation. Retiring from the military in 2019 as a major general, Gen. Hickman is now senior advisor at Compass Executives Group, assisting businesses in crisis management, strategic planning and decision-making, coaching and leader development, and supply chain management. Tom Price and Dr. Barry Gidcomb lead the discussion.

Hello, I'm Luis Alicea, and I'm currently on active duty in the U.S Army, going on 20 years of active service and 21 years of total service to our nation. I will officially retire in August of 2021, culminating in my career as a First Sergeant. I joined the Army on June 14, 2000 (Army Birthday), and served three years on active duty. In June of 2003, I transitioned into the reserve component of the U.S Army, where I served for nine months before enlisting on active duty for a second time. In my career, I supported two peacekeeping missions, one to Saudia Arabia and one to Hungary. On both these missions, I served with Erik Castillo. I have also participated in four combat tours. Two tours in Iraq and two to Afghanistan. On my second tour to Iraq, I suffered wounds from a suicide vehicle born improvised explosive device. This event changed my outlook on life. I have also helped train future Army leaders in Morroco and Honduras. I've been stationed in Fort Bragg, NC twice, Baumholder, Germany, Fort Polk, LA, Anchorage, AK, Bloomington, IN, Dongducheon, Korea, and now Fort Drum, NY. Upon retirement, I hope to work in the fitness industry as a strength and conditioning coach, helping people see their potential and helping young athletes learn about leadership and team development. I currently hold a USA Weightlifting Level 1 Certification, a Certified Weightlifting Performance Coach Certification, and a Certified Speed and Agility Coach Certification, both from NSPA. I'm also five classes away from a Bachelor of Science in Sports and Health Sciences with a concentration in Exercise Science. You can follow him here: ~Facebook: Luis Alicea~ Instagram: @l.alic3a82 -Follow me: Erik Castillo: ~Facebook: Erik Castillo; Warrior Mindset and Motivation; Straight Couch Talk Podcast ~Instagram: @curly815; @straightcouchtalk ~YouTube: Warrior Mindset and Motivation; Straight Couch Talk Podcast ~Periscope: @curly815 ~Email: straightcouchtalk@gmail.com ~Paypal: @erikcastillo815 ~Venmo: @curly815 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/warrior-mindset-and-motiv/support

Dr. Clyde Horn is a former Army infantryman, Purple Heart recipient, and Vietnam Veteran. He served in the 199th Light Infantry Brigade near Saigon fighting in the Iron Triangle from 1967-1968 and supported US forces during the Tet Offensive. After the military, he helped children suffering from trauma as a psychotherapist. Despite this work and his attention to other people's trauma, he didn't recognize his own PTSD until 2009. His compelling story of combat, helping others, getting help himself, and eventually returning to the Vietnam Memorial in Washington, DC, will ring true for many veterans. He has since written two books PTSD in Pictures and Words and Veteran Guilt in Pictures and Words and uses art as part of his own treatment (ArtLifting). 4:20 - Signed up for the Army without telling anyone in the family. 5:30 - Advanced training in Fort Polk, LA, in “Tiger Land.” 6:11 - The basics for any soldier: Don't volunteer for anything. 6:33 - Drill Instructors, existentialism, and pornography. 16:51 - The “Iron Triangle” bounded by the Saigon River (W), Tinh River (E), Phu Cuong (S) just north of Saigon. 19:15 - Assigned to 199th Light Infantry Brigade near Saigon in 1967. 199th Facebook Groups (link, link). 21:31 - Description of first combat patrol in Vietnam. 26:15 - Field rotation cycle. Hot chow, shower, bed with a roof over your head, 27:59 - Moved to Cam Ranh Bay to watch President Lyndon Johnson speak. Footage from the time. 29:46 - First experience in the jungle in a movement to contact was an “out of body experience.” ‘The beginning of anxiety sets in that stayed with me for the rest of my life.' 34:00 - First time in contact walking into an ambush. 41:21 - “I will survive” mantra. PTSD starts early during a traumatic incident. Rather than let my acute senses and reactions hurt me, how can they help me? 44:50 - Never saw a ‘stone cold killer.' Go to Hollywood for that. 48:00 - “Hell on Earth” description of one of the hardest engagements when the 199th had two to three companies ambushed by an enemy regiment. 48:45 - Fire starts coming at us…. 54:24 - Description of engagement in which Clyde earned the Purple Heart. 57:34 - Observing a Platoon Leader being overly cocky and the perils of that mindset. 1:01:06 - Using night vision in Vietnam with an amazing observation made thanks to the new tech. 1:06:07 - Good luck charm: a gold cross. 1:09:50 - Supporting defenses during the Tet Offensive. 1:14:00 - Returning from Vietnam to - of all places - Berkeley. 1:20:55 - After retiring from psychology, Clyde has a ‘full blown' attack of PTSD. 1:29:07 - Finally visiting the Vietnam Veterans Memorial aka ‘The Wall.'

23-year-old Pamela Miller was last seen on May 29th, 1989 in Leesville, Louisiana. Her car was found outside of her boyfriend's house, but police found no evidence of what happened to Pamela. The next year, 15-year-old Tammy Call went missing on February 20th, 1990 after apparently skipping class at Leesville High School. Both Pamela and Tammy were eventually found dead. The police noticed a number of similarities between the two cases but struggled to develop any leads. Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss the disappearances and murders of Tammy Call and Pamela Miller. The case turned when police developed a lead in the 1988 case of the murder of Karen Hill who disappeared near the Fort Polk military base. Samuel Galbraith, a soldier stationed at Fort Polk between December 1987 and June 1990, was convicted of Karen Hill's murder. Could he be responsible for the murders of Tammy and Pamela as well? You can help support the show at patreon.com/truecrimeallthetime Visit the show's website at truecrimeallthetime.com for contact, merchandise, and donation information   An Emash Digital Production See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

23-year-old Pamela Miller was last seen on May 29th, 1989 in Leesville, Louisiana. Her car was found outside of her boyfriend's house, but police found no evidence of what happened to Pamela. The next year, 15-year-old Tammy Call went missing on February 20th, 1990 after apparently skipping class at Leesville High School. Both Pamela and Tammy were eventually found dead. The police noticed a number of similarities between the two cases but struggled to develop any leads. Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss the disappearances and murders of Tammy Call and Pamela Miller. The case turned when police developed a lead in the 1988 case of the murder of Karen Hill who disappeared near the Fort Polk military base. Samuel Galbraith, a soldier stationed at Fort Polk between December 1987 and June 1990, was convicted of Karen Hill's murder. Could he be responsible for the murders of Tammy and Pamela as well? You can help support the show at patreon.com/truecrimeallthetime Visit the show's website at truecrimeallthetime.com for contact, merchandise, and donation information   An Emash Digital Production See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

In 1981, a large military exercise was held at Fort Polk, in Louisiana. 6 or 7 different Army Divisions were in attendance for the exercise. While that exercise was going on, tonight's guest, “Big Mo,” had a very intense Dogman encounter. At the time of his encounter, “Mo” was with his 1st Sergeant. A man who had a well-deserved reputation for being ill-tempered and quick to reprimand soldiers serving under him. Due to the severity of their encounter, the 1st Sergeant's demeanor changed. After the encounter, he was much easier going and actually pleasant to be around. What happened that was so severe that it would cause those changes in the 1st Sergeant? We hope you'll tune in and listen to Big Mo talk about his encounter. If you've had a Dogman encounter and would like to speak with me about it, whether you'd like to keep your encounter confidential or be interviewed on a show, please go to https://DogmanEncounters.com and submit a report. If you've had a Sasquatch sighting and would like to be a guest on Bigfoot Eyewitness Radio, please go to https://BigfootEyewitness.com and submit a report. Thanks, so much, for listening and for supporting the show!

Rising Tensions in the South China Sea Table of Contents: Introduction: 0:00 - 1:17 What is happening in the South China Sea: 1:18 - 9:45 How the tensions may impact trade: 9:45 - 17:07 Impact of Hong Kong’s new national security law: 17:08 - 22:41 Risk of miscalculation or accident: 22:42 - 26:40 Race for new technology: 26:41 - End Key Points: The U.S. recently announced that it rejects China’s territorial claims in the South China Sea (SCS) The “great power competition” we are seeing in the SCS is potentially moving the U.S. towards a Cold War with China, but neither country wants a conflict China’s claim to the SCS is based on the fact that it is not a signatory to the WWII Peace Treaty The U.S., along with its network of allies and partners in the region, must act as a counterweight to China China is using an Anti-Access Area Denial (A2/AD) strategy in the SCS and has militarized several islands with aircraft, missiles, and jamming technology There remains a risk of miscalculation with two U.S. aircraft carrier strike groups operating in the SCS Undersea cables, critical for the use of the internet and messaging, may be at risk given China’s expansion in the region While tensions will continue to rise, China will remain a key global trading partner However, countries will be more careful regarding tech (5G) and supply chain (PPE) The developments in Hong Kong may not be crucial to the global economy, but it may be a precursor to a change in Chinese strategy regarding Taiwan It is becoming harder to separate the economic and diplomatic issues after the U.S. ended the preferential treatment Hong Kong once received and China is now cracking down on U.S. companies doing business with Taiwan The international community is starting to recognize the technological competition with China Major General Clarence K.K. Chinn is an Academy Securities' Advisory Board Member. Major General Chinn brings decades of experience to Academy’s Advisory Board, having served in the U.S. Army for over 36 years. He most recently served as Commander, U.S. Army South, where he was responsible for the conduct and support of multinational operations and security operations in the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility (31 countries and 15 areas of special sovereignty in Central/South America and the Caribbean) in order to counter transregional transnational threat networks and strengthen regional security in defense of the homeland. Prior to this assignment, Major General Chinn served as the Deputy Commander for United States Army Special Operations Command, as the Senior Commander at Fort Bragg, a $32 billion dollar industry for North Carolina annually, and Commanding General at Fort Polk, LA. Major General Chinn is a 1981 graduate of the United States Military Academy and holds a master’s degree in strategic studies from the U.S. Army War College. He has served as an Infantry officer, commanding at every level, with extensive time serving with Airborne / Ranger units. Currently residing in Aiea, Hawaii, Major General Chinn has been assisting United States Army Pacific with their Regional Leader Development Program – Pacific. Lieutenant General (Ret.) Robert S. Walsh is an Academy Securities' Advisory Board Member. Lieutenant General Walsh served in the Marine Corps for over 35 years, completing his career as the Commanding General of the Marine Corps Combat Development Command and the Deputy Commandant for Combat Development & Integration. In his last assignment, he was responsible for strategic planning and executing the reorganization of the Marine Corps to meet the new National Defense Strategy roles and missions. His responsibilities included integrating multiple warfighting functions and domains across all military services and the Department of Defense. Peter Tchir is Head of Macro Strategy at Academy Securities. He has 25 years in the industry focusing on fixed income. He has traded and structured products ranging from complex transactions, junk bonds, liquid CDS indices, and ETFs. This background helps bring a unique frame of reference to his market strategies and analysis. It helps him focus on what is relevant for the here and now for investors and issuers. He has worked closely with a wide range of investors and portfolio managers since he established TF Market Advisors as an independent firm in 2010. He is regularly quoted in the media for his views on the macro outlook and fixed income strategies. His expertise provides insight into risk, identifying opportunities on a global macro basis, with an emphasis on fixed income. As the Head of Macro Strategy, Peter communicates these opportunities and approaches effectively to customers. Peter received a B.S. in mathematics and computer sciences from the University of Waterloo and an MBA with distinction from Vanderbilt University, where he also won the Matt Wiggington Leadership Award for outstanding performance in finance

In this episode of Chamber Chat I had the privilege of being able to sit down with the Commanding General at the Fort Polk Joint Readiness Training Center, Brigadier General Frank. General Frank and I chat about the importance of Fort Polk as a key economic driver for the region, some of the existing Natchitoches-Fort Polk connections, and the famous Box Tour, which allows the community to experience battlefield demonstrations and airborne operations.

This event was co-sponsored by the Marine Corps University Foundation and the Krulak Center at Marine Corps University. About the lecture: The initial effects of the internet and social media seemed happy, but the second and third order effects — disinformation, lies, propaganda, deep fakes, troll swarms, personal attacks, and conspiracy theories among them — now present threats to privacy, national security, and democratic governance. They are a factor in America's political polarization. The malign effects are outrunning the capacity of public affairs, public diplomacy, and USG international broadcasting to respond. What can be the pathways ahead? About the speaker: Donald M. Bishop joined Marine Corps University as the Bren Chair of Strategic Communications in 2016. The Chair is sponsored by the Marine Corps University Foundation. Mr. Bishop was a Foreign Service Officer – first in the U.S. Information Agency and then in the Department of State – for 31 years. Specializing in Public Diplomacy, political-military affairs, and East Asia, he attained the rank of Minister-Counselor in the career service. His first round of Foreign Service assignments were to Hong Kong; Taegu and Seoul, Korea; and Taipei, Taiwan. In Washington, he was a Congressional Fellow, and he directed the training of the Foreign Service's incoming Public Diplomacy officers. Returning overseas, he directed U.S. Public Diplomacy programs in Bangladesh, Nigeria, and twice in China. In 2006, Mr. Bishop was detailed to the Pentagon as the Foreign Policy Advisor (POLAD) to the Commandant of the Marine Corps, General James T. Conway, and then to the Chief of Staff of the United States Air Force, General Norton Schwartz. Traveling with these two members of the JCS, he visited five continents and joined service planning to develop strong relationships with the armed forces of other nations. At the request of Ambassador Richard Holbrooke, Mr. Bishop led communication and Public Diplomacy at the American Embassy in Afghanistan as the “civilian surge” began. In Kabul he helped develop the Afghan government's relations with the media, and to cooperate with the U.S. and NATO commands. Other portfolios included media relations, education and exchanges, English teaching, the preservation of cultural heritage sites, and the network of Lincoln Learning Centers throughout Afghanistan. Before joining the MCU faculty, he was director of communications at the Congressional-Executive Commission on China; served a term as President of the Public Diplomacy Council; and participated in four U.S. Army brigade exercises at Fort Polk, Louisiana, as a role player. Before entering the Foreign Service, Mr. Bishop was an Air Force officer. He served in Vietnam and Korea. From 1975 to 1979, he taught history on the faculty of the U.S. Air Force Academy. He was a member of the summer training cadre for the first Academy class that included women.

Interview with Dr. Lee Burnett and Laura Turner of Student Doctor Network [Show Summary] Applying to medical school is a stressful process, and applicants understandably are looking for all the help and support they can get along the way. Student Doctor Network (SDN) is leading the way in providing that support. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, SDN provides an incredible set of resources to applicants, from the more traditional forums to a specialty selector, application cost calculator, and customizable study schedule. Dr. Lee Burnett, founder of SDN, and Laura Turner, Executive Director, join us to share everything you need to know about SDN. Find out why and how the largest online premed community was formed- and how it can help you. [Show Notes] I’m thrilled to introduce our guests today – Dr. Lee Burnett and Laura Turner. Dr. Burnett, whose main job is serving as the Commander of the 32nd Hospital Center at the U.S. Army’s Fort Polk in Louisiana, is also the Founder and Director of Student Doctor Network (SDN). He graduated from UC Davis and then attended the Western University of Health Sciences for med school, joining the Army Reserves after graduation.  He completed his Family Medicine residency at UC Irvine, started practicing, and was called to duty. He has served in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Korea during his military career. Laura earned her bachelors at UC Davis and her masters at UCLA, both in mechanical engineering. She worked in marketing and project management until joining SDN in 2009. She became Executive Director of SDN in 2012 and has served in that capacity ever since. Lee, can you tell us a little about yourself? Your background and where you grew up and how you got interested in medicine? [2:11] I was born and raised in Northern California near Sacramento. My father worked for the state, with the Song Brown Commission, and this was at a time when people feared that everyone would become a specialist, though primary care was still necessary to control healthcare costs. As I was growing up, through his involvement with the state and meeting lots of primary care doctors, naturally I became interested in primary care and healthcare in general, so I intended to become a family medicine physician. https://blog.accepted.com/why-do-you-want-to-be-a-doctor-short-video/ Lee, how did you come to pursue your career, primarily in the military? [3:46] I was in residency when a recruiter came and said the military would reimburse some of your student loans if you spend six years in the reserves. My dad and grandfather both served in the military, so it was a family tradition and I was interested in doing it to take care of soldiers. This was in 1997, a time when the Berlin Wall had fallen and there didn’t seem much risk of future war in any significant capacity. I graduated from UC-Irvine in 2000, and then 2001 came along, so my thinking that the commitment would be one weekend a month, two weeks a year went out the window. I was deployed a couple times to Iraq, and while deployed I worked with a great team and became very interested in treating soldiers on the front lines. I really enjoyed my practice back home, but it couldn’t compare to what I could do as an Army physician so I stuck with it. What’s the backstory to your becoming the co-founder and director of SDN? [6:18] It really started as a newspaper while I was still in medical school. I was at Western University in the 1993-1994 timeframe, pre internet. There was no newspaper for osteopathic schools so we thought why don’t we create a paper and publish it, and get advertisers so it would be free for the students and a great way to find out what is happening at other schools across the country. At the time we would never know what was going on with our colleagues otherwise. As the web became a thing, we added the articles online, and then it naturally transitioned to a chat room to partnering with other websites.

Bill Schafer was born to a career Army Soldier. His father per- formed his patriotic duty in many locations during his 20+ years in the Army. Bill and his four siblings were born in different locations (New York, Oklahoma, Texas, Kentucky, Germany). Floyd and his wife of 65+ years now reside in Maryland.  Maryland is where Bill met Robin in 1981 and they married in 1984. Robin dedicated herself to taking care of soldiers and their families and raised their three outstanding children. Jacqueline, born in North Carolina, now lives in Atlanta, GA. She obtained her masters degree and now works in management. Krystalle, born in Germany, lives in San Antonio, TX and is a school teacher. Joseph, born in Arkansas, lives in Tucson, AZ and is a Doctoral Candidate at the University of Arizona. Bill is a retired Colonel from the United States Army with over 32 years of uniformed service and 5 years of service as a Department of the Army Civilian. Bill retired from the Army in October 2014. He continued to work until 2019 as Director of Human Resources. He and his wife, Robin, chose to make Iowa their home and reside in Warren county.  Bill graduated from East Stroudsburg University of Pennsyl- vania with a Bachelor of Science in Economics. A Distinguished Military Graduate, he was commissioned 2nd Lieutenant and was a perfect fit for the United States Army Infantry. Bill is a graduate of the Infantry Officer Basic and Advanced Courses, Command and General Staff College and the Senior Service College. He earned a Master of Arts in Human Resources Management from Webster University of Missouri and a Master of Science in National Resource Strategy from the Industrial College of the Armed Forces  Lieutenant Schafer was first assigned to the 1st Battalion (Air- borne), 325th Infantry, 82nd Airborne Division, Fort Bragg where he served as a Rifle Platoon Leader, Mortar Platoon Leader, Anti- Tank Platoon Leader and Company Executive Officer. He was then assigned to Kirchgoens, Germany serving as the Human Resource Officer. Later he deployed to combat during Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm as Commander of C Company of the 5th Bat- talion, 5th Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade, 3rd Armor Division. His other military assignments included Anti-tank Platoon Ob- server/Controller and Rifle Company Senior Observer/Controller for Joint Readiness Training Center; Small Group Instructor for the Infantry Officer Advanced Course, 1st Battalion, 11th Infantry Regiment; Commander, E Company of the 4th Ranger Training Battalion and the Assistant Operations Officer of the Ranger Train- ing Brigade. After graduating from the Command & General Staff Officer College, Major Schafer served as the Human Resource Officer for the Infantry Training Brigade at Fort Benning, Georgia; Executive Officer for the 2nd Battalion, 19th Infantry Regiment, Infantry Training Brigade; Operations Officer for the 4th Ranger Training Battalion, Ranger Training Brigade; Executive Officer for the 1st Battalion, 30th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division; and Operations Officer for the 3rd Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division.  Lieutenant Colonel Schafer served overseas in Osan, Korea as the Operations Officer for the 3rd Battlefield Coordination Detach- ment of the 8th Armys Combined/Joint Operations Center. He was then deployed to Iraq as the Commander, 1st Battalion, 12th In- fantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade, 4th Infantry Division as part of Oper- ation Iraqi Freedom. After returning from Iraq, Lieutenant Colonel Schafer transitioned the Infantry Battalion into 2nd Squadron, 9th Cavalry Regiment. He also served as a Senior Infantry Battalion Observer Controller at the Joint Readiness Training Center at Fort Polk, Louisiana and Chief, Joint Training Functional Capabilities Board, Operational Plans and Joint Force Development, J7 at the Pentagon. While assigned to First Army, Colonel Schafer served as Commander, 5th Armored Brigade, Division West; Deputy Chief of Staff, for Operations (G3), and culminated his military career as the Chief of Staff.  His recognitions include the Superior Civilian Service Award, Commanders Award for Civilian Service, Defense Superior Ser- vice Medal, Legion of Merit, Bronze Star Medal, Bronze Star with 2 awards of Valor, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritori- ous Service Metal, Army Commendation Medal, Army Achieve- ment Medal, Valorous Unit Award, Southwest Asia Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary, Global War on Terrorism and Korea Defense Service Medals, Combat Infantryman Badge, Expert Infantry Badge, Master Parachute Badge, and the Ranger Tab.Bill Schafer served in the Department of the Army, First Army as the Senior Human Resource Director, Deputy Chief of Staff (G-1) for Headquarters from October 2014 through May 2019. He resigned from federal service in May 2019 in order to run for The United States Congress and continue his life of service as a representative for the Iowans of district 3.  Website: schaferforcongress.com Email: contact@schaferforcongress.com Facebook: me/Billschaferiowacongress Twitter: @billschaferiowa

Randy Sullivan, realtor with Keller Williams and host of Bourbon Real Talk Podcast joins us in this episode that ends up being like a real life Breaking Bad Movie.Randy tells us that his Dad was a meth manufacturer that had a meth lab in their garage. His house got raided when he was 6 years old and he remembers every detail and gives a riveting account of all that went down that night. Both his Mom and Dad got arrested. His Dad was in prison for about 5 years the first time. His parents got divorced while his Dad was in prison and his Mom married his uncle.His Step Dad was always supportive of him and a great person, sadly he recently had a stroke and is now a paraplegic. When his Dad got out of prison he and his younger brother lived a happy, normal life for a few years, spending every other weekend having fun at their Dad's house. Sadly that didn't last and his Mom and Randy who is by now a teenager start suspecting that his Dad is yet again dealing drugs. Randy remembers the day when he walked into his Dad's house and it was again a meth lab. Shortly after that his place got raided again and he got thrown back into prison.Turns out it was Randy's Godfather that wore a wire and ratted out his Dad. His Dad was in prison over half of his life. We hear about some prison rules that are very interesting. Randy didn't drink until age 28 and never smoked or did drugs. He went to Texas A&M and wanted to make a better life for himself. His brother sadly went a totally different route, always looking for the get rich quick scheme. He was wild and after 9/11 joined the military. Even though he didn't get deployed he was at a training ground at Fort Polk, Louisiana. His brother always had to play the part of the terrorist. Even though he never saw active combat he was always hunted. He had to live in the woods, eating bugs. He had severe PTSD and struggled finding his path. Sometimes he would threaten suicide but Randy did not believe him. After leaving the military he got duped by a company that took advantage of him and never paid him. He was at the end of his ropes and got into a fight with his wife. Walked away and killed himself. He killed himself as a right handed man with his left hand, which is called an off handed shooting. Randy is a huge advocate to get help for mental health. Randy himself took such a different path in his life and he is not a quitter and will fight through any adversities. As a matter of fact he welcomes any struggle thrown his way.Randy has a beautiful wife and 2 amazing children. He gives the most important parenting advice at the end of the show. You can find Randy at kwfrisco Realtyand you can listen to his podcast on all podcast hosting hubs or on www.bourbonrealtalk.com and you can find them on youtube and instagram.

Annette is a military spouse, mother to two teenagers (one being in college) and veteran who served in the Army for over seventeen years as a Chemical officer including a deployment to Iraq and Afghanistan. She retired and decided to trade in her boots for converse sneakers to be able to make up for lost time with her now teenagers. Since her retirement she has PCSd from Fort Polk, LA to Fairfax, VA to support her husbands military career. Her blog, A Wild Ride Called Life, incorporates stories from her post military life in which she shares how she lives life with being a mom living with PTSD, anxiety and depression. She works alongside the BEE Daring Foundation as an Ambassador in which she assists in helping to end the stigma on mental health across college campuses.  Connect with Annette by visiting her blog awildridecalledlife.com (https://www.awildridecalledlife.com/) , @awildridecalledlife on social media, or call/text (573) 326-9448. --- Connect with Jen Amos https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenamos/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenamos/) Brought to you by US VetWealth https://usvetwealth.com/ (https://usvetwealth.com/) Join our Instagram community https://www.instagram.com/holdingdownthefortpodcast/ (https://www.instagram.com/holdingdownthefortpodcast/) Subscribe to our newsletter: https://bit.ly/hdtf-newsletter (https://bit.ly/hdtf-newsletter) Contact us at jen@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com (mailto:jen@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com)

Lost on a Low Level Flight Back in the last century, when I was in flight school in the Marine Corps, I was stationed for a time in the vacation destination of Kingsville, Texas. At one point, Mother Nature decided to send a massive hurricane our way. With the hurricane inbound, a young instructor and I—he was 25 years old and I was 23—were told to take one of the jets and go away and get some training done. The instructor decided we were going to practice low-level flights to Houston and Meridian, Mississippi, on our way to Atlanta where his girlfriend lived. And so, with the hurricane imminent, we took off from Naval Air Station Kingsville as my newlywed wife drove north, by herself, to Dallas to escape. The low-level flight to Houston was good. We got gas and launched out of Houston. Now remember, this was last century, way back in the days before GPS and digital cockpit displays.  Low-level navigation flights were designed to teach you how to navigate using a paper map, a compass, and a stopwatch. You flew high-altitude to the start point, dropped down to 500’, accelerated to 420 knots, hit the stopwatch and used the compass to fly the heading to the next checkpoint. You navigated by flying the correct direction for a certain amount of time where you would, hopefully, find your checkpoint. When you got to the checkpoint you turned the airplane to a new heading and flew that direction for a certain amount of time. How did you know where you were? By flying the right direction for the right amount of time and looking out the window for terrain features—maybe a road or powerline or river or bridge—that matched your paper map. Louisiana is flat, so there’s not many hills or mountains to help you stay on route. There are a lot of towns and roads and they all look the same. We were about 10 seconds late hitting our first checkpoint—a river. Crossing our second checkpoint—a highway—we were about 25 seconds late. The terrain wasn’t matching what was on the map very well. At one point, I saw a long line of numbered, colored boards go under the airplane. They looked somewhat familiar, but they passed so fast that I couldn’t tell what they were. Flying the rest of the route was much the same. We were pretty sure we were lost. We got to the end-time for the route and were getting low on gas, so we started our climb to 15,000 feet and called air traffic control to get vectors to Meridian. It took air traffic control some time to find us. We were not where they expected we would be. We had been way off course. After we landed at Meridian, the tower called us while we taxied and told us to give the Army base, Fort Polk in Louisiana, a phone call. Fort Polk was quite unhappy because we had flown our orange and white airplane, 500’ high, right through the middle of their tank gunnery range. While they had tanks lined up and firing. Those colored, numbered boards? That was the tank range. Fortunately, tank rounds have a flat trajectory and went under us. We figured out that the compass in our airplane was about 8 degrees off. That caused us to fly a bit north of our intended route. The deviation was small at the beginning but got bigger and bigger the further and longer we flew—until we were way off course. It almost got us killed. We didn’t know where we were until we climbed to altitude. Air traffic control found us and gave us the reference points we needed to get to Meridian. There are about 100 good lessons from that flight. Let’s talk about a few. Lessons From Being Lost Small Deviations Can Kill You First, a minor course deviation is insidious over time. It can kill you. If you start off headed completely the wrong direction, you can realize it quickly. The deviations are big and noticeable. If our compass had been 90 degrees off, we would have figured it out quickly. When you’re only a little off course though, things are only a little bit off.

Lost on a Low Level Flight Back in the last century, when I was in flight school in the Marine Corps, I was stationed for a time in the vacation destination of Kingsville, Texas. At one point, Mother Nature decided to send a massive hurricane our way. With the hurricane inbound, a young instructor and I—he was 25 years old and I was 23—were told to take one of the jets and go away and get some training done. The instructor decided we were going to practice low-level flights to Houston and Meridian, Mississippi, on our way to Atlanta where his girlfriend lived. And so, with the hurricane imminent, we took off from Naval Air Station Kingsville as my newlywed wife drove north, by herself, to Dallas to escape. The low-level flight to Houston was good. We got gas and launched out of Houston. Now remember, this was last century, way back in the days before GPS and digital cockpit displays.  Low-level navigation flights were designed to teach you how to navigate using a paper map, a compass, and a stopwatch. You flew high-altitude to the start point, dropped down to 500’, accelerated to 420 knots, hit the stopwatch and used the compass to fly the heading to the next checkpoint. You navigated by flying the correct direction for a certain amount of time where you would, hopefully, find your checkpoint. When you got to the checkpoint you turned the airplane to a new heading and flew that direction for a certain amount of time. How did you know where you were? By flying the right direction for the right amount of time and looking out the window for terrain features—maybe a road or powerline or river or bridge—that matched your paper map. Louisiana is flat, so there’s not many hills or mountains to help you stay on route. There are a lot of towns and roads and they all look the same. We were about 10 seconds late hitting our first checkpoint—a river. Crossing our second checkpoint—a highway—we were about 25 seconds late. The terrain wasn’t matching what was on the map very well. At one point, I saw a long line of numbered, colored boards go under the airplane. They looked somewhat familiar, but they passed so fast that I couldn’t tell what they were. Flying the rest of the route was much the same. We were pretty sure we were lost. We got to the end-time for the route and were getting low on gas, so we started our climb to 15,000 feet and called air traffic control to get vectors to Meridian. It took air traffic control some time to find us. We were not where they expected we would be. We had been way off course. After we landed at Meridian, the tower called us while we taxied and told us to give the Army base, Fort Polk in Louisiana, a phone call. Fort Polk was quite unhappy because we had flown our orange and white airplane, 500’ high, right through the middle of their tank gunnery range. While they had tanks lined up and firing. Those colored, numbered boards? That was the tank range. Fortunately, tank rounds have a flat trajectory and went under us. We figured out that the compass in our airplane was about 8 degrees off. That caused us to fly a bit north of our intended route. The deviation was small at the beginning but got bigger and bigger the further and longer we flew—until we were way off course. It almost got us killed. We didn’t know where we were until we climbed to altitude. Air traffic control found us and gave us the reference points we needed to get to Meridian. There are about 100 good lessons from that flight. Let’s talk about a few. Lessons From Being Lost Small Deviations Can Kill You First, a minor course deviation is insidious over time. It can kill you. If you start off headed completely the wrong direction, you can realize it quickly. The deviations are big and noticeable. If our compass had been 90 degrees off, we would have figured it out quickly. When you’re only a little off course though, things are only a little bit off.

Robert Billeaud, who has always been known as "Popie", is our guest. He serves as President of JB Mouton, the construction company established by his great-grandfather, John Berchman Mouton, in 1915. This interview gives the listener an opportunity to hear Popie speak of his love of building and the satisfaction the team at JB Mouton derives from creating structures built to withstand the test of time. As Popie tells clients, "You can pay for the building but it will always be ours!" One of 17 children raised by Lillie and Manning "Bozo" Billeaud, Popie was raised in a warm and loving family. While Bozo encouraged all of his children to follow their own path in life and "just get an education," Popie always loved the construction business. A graduate of Northeast Louisiana (now UL-Monroe), he studied Construction Management and joined his father at JB Mouton in 1976 as a Project Manager. The success of JB Mouton is attributable to its reputation for integrity and the ability to get the job done on time, if not early, with quality workmanship. Popie explained that building skills are such that you either have them or you don't, that you can't teach the innately given craft of building. So the company looks for team members with that gift and nurtures them and their talent, while always challenging the team to build the best building they can. Ongoing craft and safety training are important components of the company's culture. JB Mouton has built many of our community’s most iconic landmarks, schools, and churches such as the LITE Center, St. Pius Catholic Church and Elementary School, ESA’s lower school, CGI, the IberiaBank Tower in River Ranch, Moss BMW and Kia Sterling. They’ve also renovated St. John Cathedral, the Academy of the Sacred Heart, the Cajun Dome, Hub City Ford, IberiaBank Tower downtown, and St. Charles College in Grand Coteau. Chase Tower (formerly FNB Towers)The LITE CenterSt. Thomas More Football Stadium Surviving economic ups and downs and two World Wars has not been easy for the company, and the early days were tough. JB Mouton was originally a farmer who turned to carpentry to make a living. A jack of all trades, he learned the craft of building in early jobs he worked on, and in 1915 started building homes on his own. An early remodeling job JB Mouton took on was the home of Joshua Hays and Mary Laboye Town, the parents of A. Hays Town. Town was only 14 years old at the time and drew up the architectural plans for the remodel. He was so talented that he was hired by JB Mouton to draw up other plans and Town would recount later that his first commission ever made was paid by JB. By the 1930s, JB Mouton's sons, Bill and Francis, joined the firm and they began working commercial construction. U. S involvement in WWII resulted in the rationing of supplies so the firm put its work on hold with Francis going into the service and Bill taking their equipment to Fort Polk to be of service to the military. By 1949, Popie's father, Bozo, went to work at JB Mouton with his granddad and uncles. Commercial construction projects were in high demand and one of Bozo's first jobs was a contemporary A. Hays Town building on the airbase in New Iberia. The ensuing years led to the building of Pecan Island High School, Crowley High, Carencro High, and remodel/additions to Lafayette High, Woodvale, Alleman, Comeaux High, J. W. Faulk, and S. J. Montgomery. In the mid-1960's, JB Mouton added two stories to UL's Dupre Library, and Bozo joked that no books got wet in the process! The firm also built Lafayette's airport in the early 1960's and remodeled it in the late 1980's. From 1973 to 1975, JB Mouton worked on the construction of FNB Tower, now known as Chase Tower, designed by Jerry Gossen and Don O'Rourke. It is still the tallest building in Lafayette, LA. This iconic project was the first time that JB Mouton utilized the now commonly used design-assist-build process,

Jake is an army captain stationed at Fort Polk. He has served as a platoon leader, scout platoon leader, executive officer, company commander and OCT. he is a ranger school graduate and has been pushing his physical limits with ultra endurance events. In this episode Joe and Jake discuss how to overcome negative habits in stressful and toxic environments, how to go against the status quo to improve the,selves, and how to get more people in the military and law enforcement to become more aware of their wellness. 

Welcome to episode 11 of the Women of the Military Podcast. Today’s guest is Annette Wittenberg. Annette is a military spouse, mother to two teenagers (one being in college) and veteran who served in the Army for over seventeen years as a Chemical officer including a deployment to Iraq and Afghanistan. She retired and decided to trade in her boots for converse sneakers to be able to make up for lost time with her now teenagers. Since her retirement she has PCSed from Fort Polk, LA to Fairfax, VA to support her husband’s military career. Her blog A Wild Ride Called Life incorporates stories from her post military life in which she shares how she lives life with being a mom suffering from PTSD, anxiety and depression. Along with writing her blogs she also writes for other social media sources and has a podcast. Mil to Mil, PTSD, and more In the interview we talked about a number of topics. She and her husband have been married for 20 years and for her whole military career. After being married for a year and being in the Army for less than a year her daughter was born. She talked about being 23 in a foreign country (Germany) and having to grow up real fast as she raised her daughter and both her and her husband continued to serve on active duty. Two years later her son was born. She was lucky to find two great nannies to take care of her daughter that made it easier to leave her behind and go back to work. They moved back to the states when her son was three months old. She deployed Iraq and Afghanistan while serving in the Army. She attributes her Post Traumatic Stress Disorder not only to the experience of being overseas, but also having to deal with being assaulted when she was a cadet at training. When she expressed her story to others some people didn’t believe her and it taught her to be tough and stuff the emotions she was feeling. 17 years of stuffing her feelings and dealing with going overseas eventually became a breaking point. Her blog gives her an opportunity to share experience and help others. You can learn more about Annette at her blog: www.awildridecalledlife.com And connect with her through her social media links: Facebook Instagram Mentioned in this episode: https://medium.com/ https://vetpreneurtribe.com/ https://thechicsite.com/about/ (Rachel Hollis) Are you leaving the military? Get your free guide: Navigating Life After the Military Would you like to be a guest on a future episode of Women of the Military? Sign up here.

A group of recruits go through Advanced Infantry Training at Fort Polk, Louisiana's infamous Tigerland, last stop before Vietnam for tens of thousands of young men in 1971.Director: Joel Schumacher

In today's Federal Newscast, the soldier detonated the device near Fort Polk in Lousiana, after which two investigators were severely injured analyzing the materials.

CW3 Colburn was born in Houston, Texas on 07 September 1971.  He entered the Army on 11 September 1996.   CW3 Colburn attended Basic Training at Fort Jackson, South Carolina, followed by Advanced Individual Training as a Stinger/Avenger Crewmember at Fort Bliss, Texas.  His military education includes the Primary Leadership Development Course, Basic Non-Commissioned Officer Course, Warrant Officer Candidate School, Warrant Officer Basic Course, Warrant Officer Advanced Course Phase I (Honor Graduate), and Captains Career Course Advanced Phase II.  CW3 Colburn's previous assignments include: Bravo Battery, 5th Battalion, 2nd Air Defense Artillery Regiment, Bamberg, Germany, as a Stinger/Avenger Crewmember; Charlie Battery, 6th Battalion, 52nd Air Defense Artillery Regiment, Ansbach, Germany, as a Stinger/Avenger Team Chief; 4th Battalion, 5th Air Defense Artillery Regiment, Fort Hood, Texas, as a Stinger/Avenger Section Sergeant and Platoon Sergeant; Houston Recruiting Battalion, Sherman, Texas, as a Recruiter; Brigade C2, JRTC, Fort Polk, Louisiana, as an Observer/Controller; 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, Colorado Springs, Colorado, as the Air Defense Airspace Management / Command & Control Systems Technician / Integrator; 173RD Infantry Brigade Combat Team Airborne, Vicenza, Italy, as the Air Defense Airspace Management / Command & Control Systems Technician / Integrator ; United States Army Africa Command / Southeastern Taskforce, Vicenza, Italy, as the Regional Interface Control Officer & Air Defense Airspace Management / Command & Control Systems Technician / Integrator.    

A daily devotional through the recorded words Jesus spoke while He walked alongside us. Our website http://alittlewalkwithgod.com. Thanks for joining me today for "A Little Walk with God." I'm your host Richard Agee. It's true that every journey starts with the first step, but if that's the only step you take, you never get to your destination. The journey will never be complete. Scripture Revelation 3:1-6 The One: Write down My words, and send them to the messenger of the church in Sardis. “These are the words of the One who has the seven Spirits of God, the Perfect Spirit, and the One who holds the seven stars: “I know the things you do—you've claimed a reputation of life, but you are actually dead. Wake up from your death-sleep, and strengthen what remains of the life you have been given that is in danger of death. I have judged your deeds as far from complete in the sight of My God. Therefore, remember what you have received and heard; it's time to keep these instructions and turn back from your ways. If you do not wake up from this sleep, I will come in judgment. I will creep up on you like a thief—you will have no way of knowing when I will come. But there are a few in Sardis who don't have the stain of evil works on their clothes. They will walk alongside Me in white, spotless garments because they have been proven worthy. “The one who conquers through faithfulness even unto death will be clothed in white garments, and I will certainly not erase that person's name from the book of life. I will acknowledge this person's name before My Father and before His heavenly messengers. “Let the person who is able to hear, listen to and follow what the Spirit proclaims to all the churches.” Devotional For a few years I served as the senior medical observer/controller at the Joint Readiness Training Center at Fort Polk, Louisiana. Fancy title. Responsible for helping train medical units prepare to do provide their medical support in regions of conflict Need to be able to perform their medical mission to care for sick and wounded soldiers Also needed to defend themselves against an enemy that didn't care about the Geneva Conventions Discovered it's difficult to do either one and extremely difficult to do both at the same time Many units concentrated on one or the other Got overwhelmed with patients and forgot about their vulnerability against an armed force Protected against an enemy but forgot they needed to treat patients at the same time Most often defense is what went by the wayside as they executed their primary mission of patient care Put up what might look like a defense to some Razor wire around the facility, but not enough Guards at various points, but not looking at the right places Checks of vehicles coming in, but not checking well when chaos broke loose with several patients coming in at once Their work started but wasn't complete It didn't make the grade That's what happened in Sardis They started They were excited at the beginning They set to work and looked good It got hard and they stopped before the work was done They let their defenses down The enemy broke in and stole their momentum, their enthusiasm, their life Jesus says, stay faithful, walk beside Him, He'll acknowledge you before the Father and clothe you in spotless garments of white If you want to learn more about my church, you can find us at SAF.church. If you like the devotional, share it with someone. If you don't, tell me. I hope you'll join me again tomorrow for "A Little Walk with God."  

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TOPICS: Segment #1: Ray Guy finally inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame Ray Guy was officially inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, the first pure punter to be inducted. He was presented by John Madden, and we'll hear Raider Greg's thoughts as well as some audio of John Madden's and Ray Guy's speeches. Segment #2: Are the Raiders moving to San Antonio? Raider Greg says, “hell no!” Segment #3: Raider Greg’s training camp report Raider Greg shares his observations from Raiders training camp in Napa after several visits. Segment #4: “The Boneline” Voicemail Segment You can call in to the Boneline and get on the podcast yourself. Toll-Free 1-800-620-7181. Try to keep your call around 2-3 minutes long. If we get a lot of calls we may not be able to air all of them, so make them good. Preference may be given to first time callers. Sorry if your call is not aired. Please call back to get on another show. This week’s callers: 01. Raider Steve from Richmond, Virginia 02. RJ Raider the “Raider Junkie” from Whitter, California 03. Raider Mystic from Bend, Oregon 04. Raider Rob from Maryland 05. Autumn Wind Williams, from Oakland, California 06. Doc Raider from Fort Polk, Louisiana 07. Anthony the 360 Raider from Bellingham, Washington 08. Juan Jorge aka “Bandido” 09. Crusader Raider Keith Smith from London, England 10. Raider Loon from El Centro, CA 11. Moneyman has Spoken Raider 12. Pennsylvania Raider 13. Raider Tom from Minneapolis 14. Raider Malik from Houson - Join our forum at: http://www.raidernationpodcast.com/forum - Subscribe free in iTunes - Visit our YouTube page at: http://www.youtube.com/raidernationpodcast Music credit: The Raiders by Sam Spence; Back in Black by AC-DC; Blow the Whistle by Too Short: San Antonio by Willie Nelson; Bad to the Bone by George Thorogood. Available in the iTunes store. Running time - 1:23:50