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November 22, 2024 is the deadline to nominate an area veteran to receive a professionally installed holiday light display on their home.Owner Chuck Barnes at Twinkle Holiday Lighting will, again this year, fulfill the wishes of the family of Marine Cpl. Josh Hoffman, who passed away in 2021 from injuries received while serving in Iraq. The family awards Josh's lights to a new veteran each holiday season after a nomination process.Click to hear Chuck talk about the process and how rewarding it is for his team.Episode Resources"Operation Josh's Lights" Nomination FormABOUT COMMUNITY MATTERSFormer WBCK Morning Show host Richard Piet (2014-2017) returns to host Community Matters, an interview program focused on community leaders and newsmakers in and around Battle Creek. Community Matters is heard Saturdays, 8:00 AM Eastern on WBCK-FM (95.3) and anytime at battlecreekpodcast.com.Community Matters is sponsored by Lakeview Ford Lincoln and produced by Livemic Communications.

Package made from "Chaplain" b-roll about a Chaplain visiting service members in Farah, Afghanistan while there normal Chaplain is away on leave. Produced by Marine Cpl. Dane Knapik-Christensen.

Package about Marine Cpl. Jordon Weaver, from Lehigh Acres, Fla., serving his first deployment since joining the U.S. Marine Corps. He's been serving in Marjah, in Afghanistan's Helmand province, since February. He is currently leading a platoon of Marines in a search for a Taliban sniper.

This edition features stories on International Security Assistance Forces - Afghanistan responding to an improvised explosive device attack in Paktika province, Afghanistan, Afghan National Security Forces and ISAF partners disarming bombs after tips received from local civilians and coalition forces training Afghan National Army medics helping improve their skills and improve their abilities to treat their own people. Produced by Marine Cpl. Bryan Lett. Includes a soundbite from Army Maj. Nancy Emma, medical department head from Cranston, R.I. Hosted by Senior Airman Barbara Patton.

This edition features stories on combined Afghan International Security Forces disrupting a suicide bombing ring in Paktia province and pursuing a Taliban leader in Zabul province, Afghanistan and U.S. and New Zealand medics teaching Afghan National Police first aid to further their training. Includes a soundbite from Spc. Christina Nisun, U.S. medic. Hosted by Marine Cpl. Bryan Lett.

This edition features stories on an Afghan International Security Force detaining an individual suspected of insurgent activity in Kandahar province, Afghanistan and Soldiers from the Vermont National Guard visiting with local leaders in the Koh-e Safi District of Parwan province in an effort to secure the area from Taliban influence and control. Hosted by Marine Cpl. Bryan Lett. Includes soundbites from Spc. Ross Galemore of Company Intelligence Support.

This edition features stories on Afghan National Army commandos, assisted by U.S. Special Operations Force, conducting combat and humanitarian operations throughout Zabul province, Afghanistan and Vermont National Guard Soldiers, working alongside Macedonian army soldiers, relying on ANA soldiers to help them conduct patrols in the mountains. Includes soundbites from 2nd Lt. Parker Chapman of Atlanta, Ga., Platoon Leader, and Cpl. Oliver Spirkovski, Macedonian army. Hosted by Marine Cpl. Bryan Lett.

This edition features a story on how this is the season for joy and celebration and it shouldn't be any different for deployed Troops. Lance Cpl. Benjamin Harris takes us to Bagram Air Field, Afghanistan, where the USO does what it does best. Sound bites include Lewis Black - Comedian, Robin Williams - Actor, Marine Cpl. Nicholas Cooley from Fort Collins, Colo.,- Attendee. Produced by Lance Cpl. Benjamin Harris.

This edition features a story about the reopening of 29 schools in Ghazni province, Afghanistan which were shut down by the Taliban. Produced by Marine Cpl. Benjamin Harris. Hosted by Lance Cpl. Clayton Rogers. Includes soundbites from Maj. Mike Tucker - civil affairs team leader.

This edition features a story about how deployed Troops in Afghanistan find a variety of ways to enjoy their limited time off work. Marine Cpl. Benjamin Harris explains how one group of service members at Bagram Airfield volunteer their free time to continue supporting the mission. Sound bite includes Master Sgt. Hope Skibitsky - Operations Care Vice President and Mohammad Najib - Gift Recipient. Produced by Cpl. Benjamin Harris and Hosted by Senior Airman Chance Smith.

This edition features a story about how daily life in Afghanistan can become very routine. Marine Cpl. Kevin Beebe took part in an event that helped heat up the night life on Bagram Airfield. Sound bites include Sgt. 1st Class Todd Edler - Food Services Sergeant and Rick Tramonto - Iron Chef America. Hosted by Petty Officer 2nd Class Sally Foster and Produced by Cpl. Kevin Beebe. Also available in High Definition.

This edition features a story about how attacks on U.S. Forces can happen at any time. Marine Cpl. Kevin Beebe was with one unit that is ready for those attacks at all times. Soundbites include 1st Sgt. Richard Mitchell - C. Co., 228 First Sergeant, Jasper, Ind. Produced by Cpl. Kevin Beebe. Hosted by A1C Marshall Hunsaker. Afghanistan.

This edition features a story about how resupply missions in Afghanistan are a fairly routine occurrence. Marine Cpl. Kevin Beebe tells about one out post where a resupply mission isn't so easy. Soundbites include 2nd Lt. Andrew Addis - Plt. Leader, C. Co.., 2nd Battalion, 28th Infantry. Produced by Cpl. Kevin Beebe and hosted by Airman 1st Class Marshall Hunsaker.

This edition features stories about how proper evidence is needed to prove someone's innocence or guilt. AF Staff Sgt. Chad Usher went to Torkham Gate on the Afghanistan Pakistan border where Soldiers are logging biometrics of people crossing the border to acquire the evidence and local Afghans in the Paktika Province will begin to see some new faces. Marine Cpl. Kevin Beebe takes us to a ceremony that bids farewell to one task force and welcomes another. Soundbites include 1st Lt. Brad Rigg - Biometrics Collection Specialist - TF Biometrics, FOB Torkham and Col. Edward Bohnemann - Commander, 172nd Seperate Infantry Brigade. Stories produced by Staff Sgt. Chad Usher and Cpl. Kevin Beebe. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Marshall Hunsaker.

This edition features a story about how at the end of a long deployment service members have a list of requirements to do before they depart the country. Marine Cpl. Kevin Beebe tells us about a group of soliders that help troops get the call clear to go home. Soundbites include Capt. Orin Orchard - Bagram Customs OIC, 45th MP Detachment, Columbus, Neb. and Spc. Cordell Martin - Bagram Customs Agent, Omaha, Neb. Produced by Cpl. Kevin Beebe and Hosted by Staff Sgt. Chad Usher.

Task Force Attack Apache helicopters constantly fly missions throughout Afghanistan. Marine Cpl. Kevin Beebe met up with Soldiers who's primary mission is to keep these birds flying high. Includes sound bites from Pfc. Michael Reynolds, Crew Chief, Task Force Attack, Jacksonville, Fla., and Spc. Dan Pfundtner, Crew Chief, Task Force Attack, Milwaukee, Wis.

This edition features a story about how the Wright Brothers made aviation history in 1903. In 2011, one Army aircraft accomplished another first in aviation history. Marine Cpl. Kevin Beebe met up with the unit that made it happen. Soundbites include Pfc. Micheal Reynolds - Apache Crew Chief TF Attack, Jacksonville, Fla., and Spc. Dan Pfundter - Apache Crew Chief TF Attack, Milwauke, Wis. Hosted by Tech Sgt. Trevor Pedro and Produced by Cpl. Kevin Beebe.

This edition features a story about how when twp people get married they make a vow to each other, Marine Cpl. Kevin Beebe met up with some couples that are keeping a vow they made to their country together. Soundbites include Cpl. Kam Gerohimos - Deployed spouse, TF Six Shooters, Harrison, Ariz., Sgt. Alix Ortiz Rosa - Deployed Spouse, Vega Alto, Puerto Rico and Sgt. Kellye Ortiz - Deployed Spouse, San Bernadino, Calif. Produced by Petty Officer 2nd Class Santos Huante and Marine Cpl. Kevin Beebe.

When service members fall during combat, medevac teams rise up to the challenge of saving their lives. Marine Cpl. Kevin Beebe meets up with a unit that patches up war fighters. Sound bites from CW3 Richard Ernst, Medevac Pilot, TF Six Shooters Dustoff, Capt. Travis Bonney, Medevac Pilot, TF Six Shooters Dustoff, Sgt. 1st Class Jon Jordan, Flight Medic, TF Six Shooters Dustoff.

Several U-S senators met with special operations forces members in Mangwel village, Konar province, Afghanistan, Senators included John McCain, Joe Lieberman and Lindsey Graham. They visited the village to discuss Afghan local police and village stability operations with special operations forces team members and village elders. The photos are by Sgt. Lizette Hart and the newscast was produced by Marine Cpl. Kevin Beebe.

When deployed to a forward environment, it's imperative that service members remain flexible. Marine Cpl. Kevin Beebe met up with the 455th Expeditionary Medical Operations Squadron, a unit that helps troops in the fight. There are sound bites from Tech Sgt. Jessica Rivera - Physical Therapy NCOIC and SSgt. Anthony Flories - Physical Therapy Technician. Also available in high definition.

Landing an aircraft is no easy feat. The airfield in Bamyan, Afghanistan makes safe landings a little more difficult. Marine Cpl. Kevin Beebe takes us through a course that helps pilots land on target. Sound bites from Capt. John Gruenke and Cpl. Aaron Oxenhem, Student, New Zealand Air Force. Available in high definition. Anchor: Senior Airman Chance Smith

Resupply and Troop transport are routine missions conducted everyday in Afghanistan. Marine Cpl. Clayton Rogers tags along with a Black Hawk crew from Forward Operating Base Fenty to see what goes into getting missions like these off the ground. There is a sound bite from Capt. Erin Braswell, Black Hawk Pilot and CWO Charles Brown, Black Hawk Pilot. Produced by Cpl. Clayton Rogers, also available in high definition.

This edition features a story about how every machine in the military requires maintainers. Marine Cpl. Clayton Rogers takes us to forward operating base Fenty where air craft maintainers from Task Force Six Shooters keep busy to keep the birds in the sky. Soundbite includes Spc. Alan Janes - Delta Troop 66 Maintenance Platoon - Black Hawk Mechanic. Hosted by Petty Officer 2nd Class Sally Foster and Produced by Cpl. Clayton Rogers. Also available in High Definition.

This edition features a story about how working with local leaders in Afghanistan is vital in building relationships for the future. Marine Cpl. Kevin Beebe met up with Soldiers who help locals meet their needs. Sound bite includes Lt. Col. Stephen Davis - OIC, Task Force Hurricane and Pfc. Austin Sayles - Patrol Security. Produced by Cpl. Kevin Beebe. Also available in High Definition.

This edition features a story about how the ties between the U.S. and Afghan government are beneficial to both countries. Marine Cpl. Kevin Beebe gives us an inside look at a meeting between both parties. Sound bite includes Lt. Col. David Updegraf - Commander, Task Force Red Horse. Hosted by Senior Airman Chance Smith and Produced by Cpl. Kevin Beebe. Afghanistan. Also available in High Definition.

This edition features a story about how military reenlistment's are a special occasion for service members to renew their commitment to their service. Marine Cpl. Benjamin Harris explains how this one was made unique by it's timing and special guest. Sound bite includes Gen. David Petraeus - ISAF Commander, Staff Sgt. David Cygan - 919th Inland Cargo Transfer Company, Hometown: Pinconning, Mich., and Sgt. Ashley Atwood - 919th Inland Cargo Transfer Company, Hometown: Cocoa Beach, Fla. Produced by Cpl. Benjamin Harris. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Marshall Hunsaker.

The service members in explosive ordnance disposal are responsible for handling improvised explosive devices. The deadliest weapons in Afghanistan. This job sometimes comes with a high price. Marine Cpl. Benjamin Harris shows us how the E-O-D community at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan paused to recognize twenty of their own heroes. Includes sound bites from Maj. Stacy Enyeart, Deputy Operations Officer, Combined Joint Task Force Paladin Headquarters.

This edition features a story on a training course for female service members to prepare them to participate in female engagement teams. Female engagement teams play a vital role in communicating with Afghan women due to cultural sensitivities. Produced by Marine Cpl. Kevin Beebe. Hosted by Sgt. Jenn Casanova. Includes soundbites from Lt. Col. Linda Holloway, Regimental Combat Team-East FET coordinator, and Petty Officer 2nd Class Ericka Hall, FET training student from Temecula, Calif. Also available in high definition.

A video went viral on TikTok of U.S. Marine Cpl. Melroy Cort a disabled Marine veteran who clashed with police officers after his neighbor called officers over a minor property issue. Cpl Cort insisted officers leave his property and was met with disrespect, and violence. Since then charges have been dropped, but here is his take on the incident... Go Fund Me https://www.gofundme.com/f/75w3p-legal-fees?qid=217e3df2e13f3fe0a787c7d9663a109f Visit https://highendradio.com/news/ Follow https://www.instagram.com/mrcaypreradiohost/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/high_end_radio1/?hl=en Twitter https://twitter.com/highendhiphop https://twitter.com/whoismrcaypre Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7dM188pB1PC6I2jyT1SopO?si=5f4b3821d2f74548 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/highendradio1/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/highendradio1/support

IN THE NEWS: RIP CMSAF #6 James McCoy, Nichelle Nicols, and Vin Scully; Ukraine economy tanking; Pentagon phone wiping; No national guard for Bowser; Space Force ‘ambassadors'; Air Force ‘family friendly' drag show; Martin-Baker hardcore mode; Woke West Point; Bonhomme Richard discipline and another fire; Marine justice; Relief for burn pit vets; Ghost Army honors, listener comments, and more. Show notes at https://thedigressionpodcast.com/85 Sound Off! With a comment or a question at https://thedigressionpodcast.com/soundoff Like the show? Leave a 5-star rating and review: https://thedigressionpodcast.com/review Become a Patron or support the show in other ways at: https://thedigressionpodcast.com/donate Or just share our podcast with a friend! It's the best way to grow the show!! NOTES: RIP: Former chief master sergeant of the Air Force passes away at 91 ‘Star Trek' Icon Nichelle Nichols Dead at 89 Dodgers mourn passing of Vin Scully PENTAGON: Pentagon reminds everyone not to wipe their phones Biden's Pentagon Refuses D.C. Mayor Bowser's Request for National Guard to Deal with Illegal Immigration SPACE FORCE: Space Force Looks to Put Space Attaches in Embassies AIR FORCE: Air Force Base Hosted Drag Show During its ‘Diversity' Festival Lockheed F-35 Design Evades Martin-Baker Ejection Seat Grounding h/t Facebook Air Force amn/nco/snco page… ARMY: West Point Alum Warns the School is Going Woke NAVY: Vice admiral and two dozen others punished for USS Bonhomme Richard fire Fire breaks out aboard USS Milwaukee MARINES: ‘Failure of leadership' — What one Marine's discharge reveals about the military justice system Marine Cpl. Thae Ohu's sister speaks out about her court-martial, trauma Marine Corps general won't suspend Thae Ohu's discharge after plea VETERANS: Millions of vets suffering from burn pit, toxic injuries set for more benefits after Congress passes PACT Act

Mike Chaney(MS Insurance Commissioner and State Fire Marshall) stops by to catch up with Gerard, Congressman Michael Guest(MS 3rd Congressional District) joins the conversation by video from D.C., and Roger Barrett(Patriot Guard Riders) on their upcoming honor mission for the remains of WWII U.S. Marine Cpl. Quentin McCall coming home to Mississippi.

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Journalist David Rohde frantically trying to get his friends out of Afghanistan. Marine Cpl. Chad McHugh now questioning why he was sent into Afghanistan in the first place. Why didn't spend... The post 20 Years After- I'd Love to Change the World – No BS Newshour – August 20, 2021 appeared first on No BS News Hour with Charlie LeDuff.

Journalist David Rohde frantically trying to get his friends out of Afghanistan. Marine Cpl. Chad McHugh now questioning why he was sent into Afghanistan in the first place. Why didn't spend the treasures on our children? #Chuck 

In loving memory of Marine Cpl Christopher J. Lapka who gave his life fighting for our freedoms on October 30th 2004. Take a moment today to remember the countless men and women who have given their lives serving in The United States Military, fighting for your God given rights.   

In loving memory of Marine Cpl Christopher J. Lapka who gave his life fighting for our freedoms on October 30th 2004. Take a moment today to remember the countless men and women who have given their lives serving in The United States Military, fighting for your God given rights.

On this Memorial Day 2021, Modie Lavin (Sr Outreach Coordinator at Road Home and a Gold Star Mother) shares the story of service and sacrifice made by her son, Marine Cpl. Conner T. Lowry. She encourages families to make Memorial Day a teachable moment for their children as they celebrate the freedoms we enjoy as Americans by remembering and honoring all those who served.

In our cover story, Lee Cowan reports on the debate among North Dakotans about the true Geographical Center of North America. David Martin profiles Marine Cpl. Hershel "Woody" Williams, the last surviving Medal of Honor recipient from World War II. Faith Salie investigates the possibilities of time travel. Rita Braver sits down with former Senators Bob and Elizabeth Dole, and Tracy Smith interviews comedian and impressionist Rich Little

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In this week’s episode, Michelle and Jennie are joined by Tony and Amy Galvez to talk about their late son, Marine Cpl. Adam Galvez, who lost his life in Iraq in 2006. We talk about how Adam was the life of the party, his passion for being a mechanic, and his drive to be a marine on the frontlines. Tony and Amy recall the night where Adam’s regiment was attacked by a suicide bomber and how Adam rushed to help save his comrades. Then they open up about Adam’s injuries, his decision to stay in Iraq, and the events that led to Adam losing his life while driving a light armored vehicle (LAV). Tony and Amy also remember the moment they learned about the loss of their son, the emotions they battled throughout the years, and how they found a way to help others by creating care packages for hundreds of marines.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This show is dedicated to Marine Cpl. Sara A. Medina who died in the crash with Capt. Dustin R. Lukasiewicz, 29, a helicopter pilot from Harlan, Neb.; Capt. Christopher L. Norgren, 31, a pilot from Sedgwick, Kan.; Sgt. Ward M. Johnson IV, 29, a crew chief from Seminole, Fla.; Sgt. Eric M. Seaman, 30, a crew chief from Riverside, Calif.; and Lance Cpl. Jacob A. Hug, a combat videographer from Maricopa, Ariz. The two Nepalese soldiers who died were Tapendra Rawal and Basanta Titara. Defending the Republic with Annie "The Radio Chick" and Dan, of Pundit Press Radio is an ongoing discussion of recent events, issues and the upcoming elections. Special Guest: Curtis Bennett, Author hails from Philadelphia, Pa and currently resides in Florida. Prior navy, he served honorably aboard the nuclear aircraft carrier USS Nimitz and the conventional carrier USS Saratoga. CS is a decorated Gulf War veteran (Desert Shield/Desert Storm). He also has earned a BS degree in Social Science from Bethel College (now university), a BA degree in Criminal Justice from the University of North Florida and a BA degree in Political Science from the University of North Florida. He graduated with honors (Magna Cum Laude) and is a member of the National Political Science Honor Society (Pi Sigma Alpha). Author has worked in the food management/service, Naval Intelligence, and Child Protective Services fields. CS loves to swim,cook, surf the Net, read and write. He has written several romance/adventure novels, military action novels, and books about his work in Child Protective Services. He's also written a powerful book based on politics. His latest book is "The Sacrifical Ram" http://theoriginalradicals.com/ https://www.facebook.com/CSBennettFromPhilly/info It's a battle of Conservative values and principles in defense of our Republic!

This show is dedicated to: Marine Cpl. Jordan L. Spears, Died October 1, 2014 Serving During Operation Inherent Resolve Defending the Republic with Annie "The Radio Chick" and Kel Fritzi, Red Fox Radio is an ongoing discussion of recent events, issues and the upcoming elections. Special Guest: Anne Marie Lewis, Author & Photographer, received her BA with honors and MA from American Military University in international relations and is also a professional photographer. Anne-Marie lives in Southport, North Carolina. http://www.amazon.com/Anne-Marie-Lewis/e/B00AWAP8N2 http://www.HeatonLewisBooks.com The Jordanian air force pilot filmed being burned to death by Islamic State extremists was heavily sedated and unaware of what was about to happen, it has been claimed. A report in Saudi Arabia's burnews.com claims ISIS militants admitted giving Moaz al-Kasasbeh drugs so that he did not scream as flames consumed his body during his grotesque execution. It's a battle of Conservative values and principles in defense of our Republic! You never know what we'll talk about: conservative, constitution, freedom, liberty, obama, tea party, gun control, republican, libertarian, stop white guilt, word

This show is dedicated to: Marine Staff Sgt. Eric D. Christian, Died May 4, 2013 Serving During Operation Enduring Freedom, 39, of Warwick, N.Y.; assigned to 2nd Marine Special Operations Bn, Camp Lejeune, N.C.; died May 4, while conducting combat operations in Farah province, Afghanistan. The incident is under investigation. Also killed was Marine Cpl. David M. Sonka. Defending the Republic with Annie "The Radio Chick" and "Cool" Mike is an ongoing discussion of recent events, issues and the upcoming elections. SpecialGuest: Kevin Jackson, fellow BTR host and best selling author.  http://theblacksphere.net/ Kevin Jackson is a father of four sons, and an unlikely success story, given his background. He is a former management consultant having some of the world's largest companies as his former clients.  Interaction with prominent business leaders, as well as being a business leader himself has provided Jackson real world perspective to politics. In addition to his Amazon best-selling The BIG Black Lie, Jackson has released his sophomore offering, Sexy Brilliance and Other Political Lies. It's a battle of Conservative values and principles in defense of our Republic! You never know what we'll talk about: conservative, constitution, freedom, liberty, obama, tea party, gun control, republican, libertarian, stop white guilt, word

Bruce McQuain from Blackfive joined us once again for Someone You Should Know, our weekly tribute to the troops. Bruce spent 28 years in the U.S. Army and he is a veteran of the Vietnam war. He brings a perspective and understanding to these stories that we could never match. This week Bruce told us about Marine Cpl. Javier Alvarez, From Stars and Stripes "Alvarez struggles to tell his story. His speech is filled with pregnant pauses, disjointed phrases and unfinished thoughts. It’s the cost of saving the lives of six Marines. It is his price for his Silver Star. "I know my hand was burning," he recalled. "Or, it felt like that. So I lifted up my arm to see what happened, and my hand was completely missing. There was just like ragged bone sticking out, with my sleeves from my uniform black and red from blood," he said. Alvarez knew this was coming. This was his third deployment in three years. He joined weeks after 9/11. He was among the first Marines into Iraq in 2003. He survived Fallujah without a scratch. When his wound comes, he thought, sitting around is not an option. "I can’t just shut down and not function, that’s not going to help my squad out," he told himself. "I had already thought about that pretty intensely." Alvarez’s story is yet another tale of heroism born on the morning of Nov. 16, 2005. Marines of 2nd Platoon, Fox Company, were on their 12th day of Operation Steel Curtain, a dangerous mission to clear houses in Anbar province, when two dozen insurgents made a last stand. By the time the explosion tore apart Alvarez’s hand, two Marines were dead. By the end of the day, 16 men were wounded, five of them mortally. "It seems like it might be slow motion at some points, but then you find that it’s all happening in a heartbeat. It’s seconds," Alvarez said. More than three years later, Alvarez has a lifetime to live with his wounds. He wears a brave face." The Someone You Should Know radio collaboration began as an extension of Matt Burden’s series at Blackfive. Bruce does an incredible job with the series every week. The Pundit Review Radio Podcast RSS feed can be found here. What is Pundit Review Radio? On Boston’s Talk Station WRKO since 2005, Pundit Review Radio is where the old media meets the new. Each week we give voice to the work of the most influential leaders in the new media/citizen journalist revolution. Called “groundbreaking” by Talkers Magazine, this unique show brings the best of the blogs to the radio every Sunday evening from 8-10pm on AM680 WRKO, Boston’s Talk Station.

Bruce McQuain from Blackfive joined us once again for Someone You Should Know, our weekly tribute to the troops. Bruce spent 28 years in the U.S. Army and he is a veteran of the Vietnam war. He brings a perspective and understanding to these stories that we could never match. This week Bruce told us about Cpl. Richard S. Weinmaster, "According to his platoon commander, 1st Lt. George Fenton, Weinmaster, a Cozad, Neb., native, was in front of a squad-sized patrol making its way through an eight-foot wide alley bordered on each side by 10-foot tall mud-brick walls, dubbed "ambush alley," when their patrol was attacked by enemy small-arms fire and grenades. In the midst of the firefight, Weinmaster provided accurate suppressive fire with his SAW until he noticed an incoming grenade land near his team leader, Lance Cpl. Tyler Wilkerson. Fenton, a Fredericksburg, Va., native, explained how Weinmaster shoved Wilkerson out of the way then jumped toward the grenade to try and smother the blast. As he jumped, the grenade exploded sending the majority of its shrapnel into Weinmaster. Weinmaster effectively shielded his team leader from the blast and Wilkerson was spared from any shrapnel. Weinmaster, however, received serious wounds, including a piece of shrapnel that entered his left eye socket and traveled halfway into his brain, where it remains to this day. Despite his grave injuries, Weinmaster re-mounted his SAW and continued to provide effective suppressive fire on the enemy positions 50 yards away. Staff Sgt. Kyle Lockhart, Weinmaster's former platoon sergeant, said Weinmaster's heroic actions in the heat of battle are a true reflection of his caliber. "Valor has to come from the heart and soul," said Jim Weinmaster, Cpl. Weinmaster's father. "It has to come from within. Karen [Weinmaster's mother] and I raised him as best as we could, but actions like that go beyond parenting, beyond anything that can be taught." Weinmaster remained humble throughout the ceremony as well as afterward when he was greeted and thanked by scores of Marines, former Marines and grateful civilians. "I didn't do anything special," he told everyone. "Everyone on my left and right would have done the same thing. I was just in the right place at the right time." The Someone You Should Know radio collaboration began as an extension of Matt Burden’s series at Blackfive. Bruce does an incredible job with the series every week. The Pundit Review Radio Podcast RSS feed can be found here. What is Pundit Review Radio? On Boston’s Talk Station WRKO since 2005, Pundit Review Radio is where the old media meets the new. Each week we give voice to the work of the most influential leaders in the new media/citizen journalist revolution. Called “groundbreaking” by Talkers Magazine, this unique show brings the best of the blogs to the radio every Sunday evening from 8-10pm on AM680 WRKO, Boston’s Talk Station.

Bruce McQuain from Blackfive joined us once again for Someone You Should Know, our weekly tribute to the troops. Bruce spent 28 years in the U.S. Army and he is a veteran of the Vietnam war. He brings a perspective and understanding to these stories that we could never match. Tonight, Bruce told us about Marine Cpl. Jason Jones, "Cpl. Jason Jones, one of three Marines embedded with the two platoons of soldiers, seized the initiative and began firing his weapon at the enemy while encouraging and guiding his comrades to organize a counter attack. Jones’ actions grew bolder as casualties mounted and the firefight intensified. He sprinted across the terrain under heavy enemy fire to a wounded Afghan soldier and pulled him to safety as rocket-propelled grenades and small-arms fire exploded around them. But the fight was not over. Members of the U.S. Army platoon were pinned down. “We got a call on the radio saying ‘we’re dying, we’re dying and I’m the last one left,’” said Jones, the 24 year-old native of San Angelo, Texas. “I figured we needed to do something about it.” With bullets still flying, Jones again crossed 130 meters of fire-swept ground wielding a M-240B machine gun. Jones, with fire support from other members of the team, suppressed the attackers long enough to allow him to reach the wounded soldiers and provide life-saving aid. For his valor, heroism and bravery under fire, Jones was awarded the Silver Star, the third highest decoration a U.S. service member can receive." The Someone You Should Know radio collaboration began as an extension of Matt Burden’s series at Blackfive. Bruce does an incredible job with the series every week. What is Pundit Review Radio? Pundit Review Radio is where the old media meets the new. Each week we give voice to the work of the most influential leaders in the new media/citizen journalist revolution. Called “groundbreaking” by Talkers Magazine, this unique show brings the best of the blogs to your radio every Sunday evening from 8-10 pm EST on AM680 WRKO, Boston’s Talk Station.

This edition features stories on Coalition forces training troops from the Afghan National Army on marksmanship, U.S. troops promoting dental hygiene to Afghani children and how the Predator aircraft is supporting troops on the ground. Hosted by Marine Cpl. Nick Diorio.