Podcasts about National Guard Bureau

On this week's Soldier for Life Podcast, we are excited to talk about the Army's upcoming 250th birthday celebration and the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolutionary War. Listen as we sit down with Captain Jonathan Bratten, the command historian for the Maine Army National Guard and the National Guard Bureau's Revolutionary War 250 liaison officer to the U.S. Army Center of Military History, to chat about these two important events and why they - along with knowing your Army history AND telling your #SoldierForLifeStory and the Army's story - are important to ALL of us even 250 years later. And be sure to check out these important links from the podcast!

Send us a textBrig. Gen. Tanya S. McGonegal ( https://www.jtfcs.northcom.mil/About/Leadership/Bio-Article-View/Article/1199880/brigadier-general-tanya-s-mcgonegal/ ) currently serves as the Commander of Joint Task Force Civil Support, the Nation's only standing, no-notice Joint Task Force that conducts Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Response and All-Hazards Defense Support of Civil Authorities operations.Brig. Gen. McGonegal most recently served as the Division Chief for Strategy and Policy in the Joint Manpower and Personnel directorate for the National Guard Bureau. The Strategy and Policy division provides personnel accountability of National Guard Service members during Domestic Operations. The division develops and coordinates Congressional, OSD, CNGB, JS-J1 and NGB-J1 products on National Guard manpower and personnel readiness concerns.Brig. Gen. McGonegal enlisted in the Virginia Army National Guard in September 1997. Upon completion of Basic Training, she attended the Virginia State Officer Candidate school in Ft Pickett, VA. She was one of 15 to graduate out of 54 candidates and was the only female to graduate with her class in June 1999. She was branched Military Police and assigned to the 229th Military Police Company, which she later commanded from September 2004 to August 2006. While serving with the 229th Military Police Company, she deployed in support of Operation Noble Eagle in 2001, Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2003, and put on State Activation in support of Hurricane Katrina in 2005. During this time, she spent four years working as a county police officer but was deployed two years of that time. Her time as a police officer enhanced her career in the military but due to the deployments, she transitioned to serve in military full time. In April 2005, she was hired by the Army National Guard Bureau's Comptroller directorate as a Budget Officer.In 2012, Brig. Gen. McGonegal transitioned from the Virginia Army National Guard to the West Virginia Army National Guard to command the 151st Military Police Battalion. After battalion command, she served in a joint assignment with the Office of the Secretary of Defense, Policy, Homeland Defense and Global Security from 2014 to 2018. From August 2019 to July 2021, she served as Brigade Commander to the 77th Brigade Troop Command in the West Virginia Army National Guard. In recognition of her strengths in relationship building, communication, multi-tasking, and organizational leadership, Brig. Gen. McGonegal was selected by senior leaders six times to serve as their Executive Officer.Brig. Gen. McGonegal earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Dance from Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, a Master's of Science Degree in Business Administration from Central Michigan University, and a Masters from the The United States Army War College in Military Strategic Studies, American Government and Politics (United States). She is also a graduate of the Military Police Officer Basic Course, Military Police Advanced Officer Course, Combined Arms Exercise Course, Intermediate Level Education/Advanced Operations Officer Course resident Command General Staff College, and Joint and Combined Warfighting School – JPME II.#TanyaMcGonegal #JointTaskForceCivilSupport #NationalGuardBureau #CBRN #NorthernCommand #Northcom #DepartmentOfDefense #JointBaseLangleyEustis #VibrantResponse #Chemical #Biological #Radiological #Nuclear #Response #AllHazards #Hurricane #Wildfire #ProgressPotentialAndPossibilities #IraPastor #Podcast #Podcaster #ViralPodcast #STEM #Innovation #Technology #Science #ResearchSupport the show

USA TODAY Washington Bureau Chief Susan Page takes a closer look at President Donald Trump's address to Congress.House Republicans are being instructed to stop holding in-person town halls after DOGE complaints.The Trump administration wants to sell hundreds of federal buildings, including the FBI's J. Edgar Hoover Building headquarters.USA TODAY Investigative Reporter Nick Penzenstadler discusses exclusive reporting on newly revealed documents from the National Guard Bureau that reveal incidents of racism and harassment nationwide.Have feedback on the show? Please send us an email at podcasts@USATODAY.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Last year, the Supreme Court decided the cases of Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard and Student for Fair Admissions v. University of North Carolina (SFFA). The Court held that the admissions programs of Harvard and UNC violated the Equal Protection Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment and Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The decision has been interpreted broadly as outlawing race affirmative action in college and university admissions. However, in footnote 4 of the opinion, the Court indicated that its decision “does not address the issue” of race-based admissions programs at the military academies. Shortly after the release of SFFA, Students for Fair Admissions sued both West Point and the Naval Academy to directly challenge their admissions programs. This webinar will provide a litigation update in these cases and explore the ramifications of the exemption to the SFFA holding created by footnote 4 of the opinion.Featuring:John E. McGlothlin, Special Projects Officer, National Guard Bureau, Office of the Inspector General; Adjunct Professor, University of Maryland Global CampusJohn J. Park, Jr., General Counsel, Indigo Energy(Moderator) Devon Westhill, President and General Counsel, Center for Equal Opportunity

Space Power: A National Guardsman's View On Why A Pentagon Plan Is A “Lose-Lose Proposal” Last week Air Force Gen. Steven Nordhaus assumed responsibility as the 30th Chief of the National Guard Bureau, inheriting a politically thorny issue: a piece of legislation that, if passed into law, would transfer Air National Guard space units into the Space Force. This episode is about why some, possibly upwards of 80 percent, of the men and women who make up these units will not join the Space Force, which could leave the branch short of some critical capabilities. Laura Winter speaks with Lt. Col. Andrew Gold, Director of Strategic Plans, Colorado Air National Guard, and a space operator, who recently finished a deployment to Africa commanding the 138th Electromagnetic Warfare Squadron.

We're back with another one of our favorite kinds of episodes: real stories of real people doing really cool things in their small towns.    This episode features Terry Sando, a retired Air Force officer who's built a brewery in his small town of Hillsboro, ND. We love this story because Terry was inspired to build a business to serve his community…so he did! He's kept the community at the heart of everything he does, and he's such a great example of what can happen with a dream, willingness to learn, and lots of hard work.   About Terry:   I was born and raised in Valley City, ND. In the summers, I worked on my grandparents' farm south of Rogers, ND. I graduated from Valley City High School and went to college before joining the Air Force in 1979. I did 5 ½ years of enlisted time with my final assignment being a crew member on the B-52 at Grand Forks AFB. Duties included pulling nuclear alert and flying training missions.    In November of 1984, I joined the 119th, the Happy Hooligans to become an Intelligence Officer and trained at Lowery AFB in Denver. My son Travis was born during my assignment there and my wife Deb wouldn't tell me on the phone if it was a boy or girl! Happily, I was granted emergency leave and flew back to Grand Forks to see my son.    I had different assignments at the 119th and returned to active duty to gain space operations background for future Air Guard missions in 1998. During my six years in Colorado Springs, I was assigned to Peterson AFB, Schriever AFB, and Cheyenne Mountain. 9/11 happened while I was stationed at AFSPC (Air Force Space Command) and I was selected to help stand up NorthCom. I was the first Guardsman to be qualified to stand watch at Cheyenne Mountain for NORAD/NorthCom. It was my most challenging assignment, but also my best assignment during my career.    My next assignment in 2004 was at the National Guard Bureau in Washington D.C. and from there I went to the Air War College at Maxwell AFB where I got my Master of Strategic Studies. My final assignment was Plans and Requirements at 1st Air Force at Tyndall AFB.    During this assignment, I grew an appreciation for craft beer brewing. I had a coworker who was a great homebrewer, and he got me interested in learning to brew beer. I had to put it into my bucket list of things to do when I retired.    I retired in November of 2009 and came home to Grand Forks. After retirement I had jobs at the University of North Dakota as the Emergency Manager, Grand Forks Region EDC working on building the UAS ecosystem, a Norwegian company eSmart doing UAS operations for utility line inspections, and finally Mobile Recon a small UAS startup company.    I decided to get into brewing in 2019 and started construction of a brew pub in Hillsboro. This became Goose River Brewing, and the pub has been open for two years. Two beta batches of beer were done in July of this year, so we're officially brewing! Part of the goal was to have a blue-collar craft beer lovers social gathering location that would help make Hillsboro's downtown a destination. We are working on building relationships with our local malt barley growers. We also have been giving our spent grain to a local cattle grower to use in the cattle feed ration. The pandemic had a big impact on raising the cost of construction and pushing out the opening date. My goal is to build a local team that will take over operations and then I can slow down and take advantage of retirement.    In this episode, we cover:  What inspired Terry to get into brewing beer in the first place  How COVID threw a wrench in the plans for the brewery and what they did to compensate Why businesses like this one could be a really cool opportunity for someone from a city who wants to move to a small town The importance of community and relationship-building in long-term success and buy-in Why you are never too old to learn or try something new    Links and Resources Mentioned: The Goose River Brewing Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/GooseRiverBrewing

This weeks guest is the Mission Support Group commander Col. Mike Mihalik he tells about how he became a Civil Engineer officer, his time at the National Guard Bureau and his favorite car.

In this episode, we are joined by Kyle Beagle, the Command Director of the Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP) for the National Guard Bureau. With over 14 years of federal service, Mr. Beagle brings a wealth of experience and insights into the world of small business acquisition within the Department of Defense (DoD). As the chief advisor on all small business-related matters for the National Guard, Kyle is responsible for overseeing small business acquisition policies, strategic initiatives, outreach efforts, and subcontracting programs that ensure opportunities for small businesses in the defense sector. During the conversation, Kyle shares his career journey, starting from his work with various DoD commands, including the Marine Corps Systems Command, Naval Research Lab, Naval Facilities Engineering Command, and more. He discusses his role in shaping acquisition strategies that support small business growth and highlights the importance of small business partnerships in strengthening national defense capabilities. Kyle also delves into his extensive qualifications as a Level III certified Contracting professional and a Level II certified program manager within the DoD Acquisition Professional Community.  This episode offers invaluable insights for small business owners looking to engage with the National Guard and the broader defense landscape. Kyle's expertise and dedication to fostering strong partnerships between small businesses and the federal government provide a roadmap for success in the competitive world of government contracting. Tune in to learn more about the critical role small businesses play in supporting our nation's security and how the National Guard is opening doors for them to thrive. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheNationalGuard  LinkedIn account: linkedin.com/in/kylejb2456                Link to your company: https://www.nationalguard.mil/ 

National Guard Senior Enlisted Advisor Tony L. Whitehead joined us on an episode of the Chevrons Podcast to talk about his story and his perspective from decades of service and shares his advice for the enlisted force. SEA holds the highest enlisted level of leadership in the National Guard. SEA is the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chief of the National Guard Bureau at the Pentagon in Washington D.C., serving as the Chief's principal military advisor on all enlisted matters affecting training, utilization, health of the force and enlisted professional development. Listen to the episode now, anywhere you stream your podcasts.

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

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Monday, March 18   Today we talk “defense” in the Mountain State. The WV National Guard partners with the African nation of Gabon to help build their democracy. Major Gen. Bill Crane shares what's great about West Virginia. And find out why the defense industry says #YesWV…on today's daily304. #1 – From METRO NEWS – The West Virginia National Guard has been selected to partner with the African nation of Gabon as part of the National Guard Bureau's State Partnership Program. Members of the Guard work alongside military officials in partner nations to show them techniques to help people in crises through natural disaster response. There has also been a good relationship to help with the training of many of the military members in those countries.  General Bill Crane, head of the West Virginia National Guard, said it's an extremely important relationship to build with young and emerging democracies. “The Governor understands the importance of Africa. It is a very wealthy continent, three and a half times larger than the United States. They are full of natural resources and the United States absolutely wants to make sure the citizens of Africa get the benefit of those resources,” he said. Along with training for disaster preparedness and humanitarian relief, Crane said basic military techniques are also part of the plan. The idea is to develop allies as the democracies mature. Read more: https://wvmetronews.com/2024/03/10/gabon-becomes-the-third-country-to-partner-with-w-va-national-guard/  #2 – From INNOVATORS & ENTREPRENEURS – Major General Bill Crane is Adjutant General of the West Virginia Joint Forces Headquarters. He provides command guidance and vision to more than 6,500 citizen soldiers, airmen and civilians employed through the West Virginia Military Authority. Listen as he shares his views on protecting our future.  “What is great about West Virginia in particular – the people of West Virginia – just like you saw during the pandemic response, we didn't sit around and wait for the federal government to come in and say ‘Here's how to do this,'” he said. “We looked at the problem, we determined who we had within the organization who could help us fix the problem, and we took care of it ourselves. That's a very big value we have in West Virginia…” Innovators and Entrepreneurs is a bi-weekly segment of the daily304 that features discussions and wisdom from West Virginians who have built their companies and launched new ideas here in the Mountain State. Don't forget to like and subscribe to our YouTube channel for more great content! Watch the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IdsDHnJjNo0 #3 – From WV ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT – West Virginia is ready and eager to welcome defense companies and federal agencies seeking a loyal workforce, opportune location and rewarding lifestyle for employees. West Virginia's proximity to major metropolitan areas makes it an excellent location for the production of military and defense products and technologies. The Mountain State is within a day's drive of 34% of the top domestic purchasing sectors, defense contractors and federal agencies.  The West Virginia National Defense Industrial Association provides additional support for the defense industry to grow and thrive in West Virginia. Several defense industry leaders already call West Virginia their home. Visit the West Virginia Department of Economic Development online to browse industries in the interactive map and connect with a consultant for further information regarding West Virginia's competitive advantage. Learn more: https://westvirginia.gov/industries/defense/   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.  

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This is part 4 of my interview with General Petty.  We discuss his time as a NATO Commander in Bosnia.  In 2015, he was moved to his next assignment at the National Guard Bureau in Arlington, VA as Special Assistant to the Director.  After only a year at the National Guard Bureau, he took an assignment at the Pentagon as the Deputy Director of Operations for the DAMO-OD (Dept of the Army Management Office-Operations and Contingency Plans Division) on the Regular Army Staff.  His next assignment was to USNorthcom at Peterson AFB, CO as the  Deputy Director of Operations.  General Petty retired in 2018.

In this episode, April Conway, MBA, APR, Public Affairs Officer for the Reno Housing Authority, guest hosts as Deidre Forster, Media Operations Manager for the National Guard Bureau, and Captain Emerson Marcus, Public Affairs Officer for the Nevada National Guard speak about their experiences working in PR for the National Guard. Learn how they navigate communications between themselves and the public, their day-to-day roles, and how the APR+M accreditation helps Deidre in her civilian role.

The role of Army Pathfinders originated with the U.S. military during World War II. These specialized soldiers were parachuted into Europe ahead of the D-Day invasion. Their mission: establish and operate drop zones, pickup zones, and landing sites for airborne troops and air supply operations in support of ground unit commanders. They were the first soldiers deployed into enemy territory and the last to leave.Our guest today is one of the first female Army Pathfinders.Master Sergeant (Ret.) Erinn Watkins served in the U.S. Army for 29 years. She's an accomplished pilot, having flown and tested some of the most advanced Army helicopters in operation. She's also an esteemed administrator, having helped to build, develop, and implement the Human Resources Management System used to track Soldier and civilian data for the National Guard Bureau.Working across such a diverse functional spectrum requires an incredible set of skills. She joins Carrie Fox to lay out just a bit of the history that has led her to writing her new book, "PathfYnder: How I Use Emotional Control to Build Success and Get What I Want.”Learn more about the book and pre-order today, and connect with Erinn on LinkedIn right here. Our great thanks to Erinn for joining us this week on the show! (00:00) - Welcome to Mission Forward (00:42) - Introducing Master Sgt Erinn Watkins (12:00) - Emotional Control (16:49) - Body Language (23:05) - About the Book

GEN Frank Grass, Chief of the National Guard Bureau, presents awards, pins on promotions, and answers questions from soldiers in Afghanistan.

Welcome to Fight in Progress!   Today we are joined by Executive Director for the National Guard Association of Arizona, Colonel Paul Aguirre. We learn about the differences between our different branches of military, along with what sets the National Guard apart from the rest.    About our guest: Colonel (Ret) Paul R. Aguirre is the Executive Director for the National Guard Association of Arizona. In this capacity, he represents over 1,100 Officers of the Arizona National Guard supporting the approximately 8,000 Soldiers and Airmen of the Arizona National Guard. Prior to retiring in 2020, Aguirre served over 33 years in the both the Army and Air Force. His military assignments included Counter Drug Task Force (CDTF) Commander for the Arizona National Guard; Commander Logistics Readiness Squadron, 161st Air Refueling Wing; Chief of Staff, 161st Air Refueling Wing; Public Affairs Officer, AZ Department of Emergency and Military Affairs; and Comptroller, 161st Air Refueling Wing. He also has enlisted experience in logistics, aircraft maintenance and air traffic control. Col Aguirre deployed to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and has served in Germany, South Korea and South America. He directly supported several homeland missions including relief efforts for Hurricanes Katrina and Sandy, Operation Jump Start (the original border mission for the Arizona National Guard), and implemented the Substance Abuse Prevention program for the Arizona National Guard supporting drug prevention efforts statewide. The program emphasized fentanyl poisoning prevention and was the largest in the nation. He was awarded the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Air Force Commendation Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Air Force Achievement Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Air Reserve Forces Meritorious Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism Medal, Nuclear Deterrence Operations Service Medal, Armed Forces Reserve Medal, and the NATO Medal. Colonel Aguirre completed a Bachelor of Arts in Business Management from the University of Phoenix. His military education includes the Air Force War College, Air Force Command and Staff College, Air Force Squadron Officers School, National Guard Bureau's Commanders Course, Army Air Traffic Controller Course, Army Telecommunications Center Operator Course, Army National Guard Primary Leadership Development Course, Army Basic Training, Air Force Logistics Officer Course and the Department of Defense Information Public Affairs Officer Course. He was born in Peoria, Arizona and currently lives in Phoenix, Arizona with his son Jackson and daughter Alanna. Aguirre has served his community as the Executive Director and board member for the Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce; Board of Trustees for Ashford University; member Phoenix Sports Commission Champions Circle; Board Member National Guard Association of Arizona; University of Phoenix Alumni Board; and has worked with or volunteered for numerous other local organizations including Vet Tix, Pros vs GI Joes, Honor Flight, Patriot Guard Riders, Joy Bus Diner and Special Olympics.   Description: Fight in Progress with Susan Simons aims to discuss problems and difficulties our officers face every day from sleep deprivation, vitamin and mineral deficiencies, and adrenal fatigue, to depression, isolation, physical illnesses, emotional distress, divorce and all too often suicide. Fight in Progress looks to cover these topics and discuss their solutions to help these warriors navigate these threats through education and preparation. We speak to experts, officers and their families from around the country to have hard discussions on what challenges this community faces, and what we can do to strengthen our men and women in law enforcement. About the Host- Susan, President and founder of Under the Shield, is a leading subject matter expert in First Responder Stress/PTSI, and has been an instructor for 26 years in many major military and law enforcement installations around the country including, FBI Academy Quantico VA, US Marine Corps 3rd Battalion 23 Marines Lima Company, US Air Force Europe, consulting clinician NYPD/FDNY post 9-11, National Tactical Operators Association, and Luke AFB in Arizona (current). In these trainings she provides resilience training for all first responders and takes a head on approach to the issues of suicide, divorce, and Post traumatic stress, with solutions to the real issues affecting those in the first responder community. Through her non-profit, Under the Shield Inc., she has created the only Stress Coach Certification in the United States specifically for law enforcement, first responders, military and their families. Susan holds a M.S. in Counseling and Human Development from Troy University and is a Board Certified Expert in Traumatic Stress as well as a Fellow with the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress.  Contact a stress coach near you at Under The Shield: (855)889-2348 You can also reach out to the hosts directly for help at: Susan Simmons (334) 324-3570 or susan.simons@undertheshield.com Tom The-Bomb-Dot-Com (480) 861-6574 or Thaubold@undertheshield.com If you want to share your story on our Podcast, reach out to: Tracy “Mrs. The-Bomb-Dot-Com” - Spousal Stress Coach (480) 518-3775 Visit our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Media/Fight-In-Progress-100743441735923/ Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2tadjn3I4OC75lGmqZL7sc THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR JOINING US!

Prior to joining Mitchell, Stone served as a strategic consultant supporting the Office of Secretary of Defense, and he was a Presidential appointee in the Office of Secretary of Defense's Space Policy office. Stone has served on the staffs of two United States Senators, as well as over a decade serving as a senior space policy analyst for two Secretaries of the Air Force; Chief of Staff of the Space Division at Air Force International Affairs, and Chief of Strategy for the National Guard Bureau's SpaceOperations Directorate, Pentagon. He has served as a space operations officer in the Air Force (Regular, Reserve and nowNational Guard) for over 17 years at tactical, operational, and strategic levels to include two Combatant Commands, Joint Staff,and Air Staff strategy and campaign planner positions.

A special edition recorded on the road with the Education Services Branch Chief at National Guard Bureau. Navigating education benefits is a complex process. A simple fly by won't do. WVNG Ed Talks… a monthly focused conversation on educational benefits for Soldiers and Airmen in the National Guard. This podcast takes a light hearted conversational approach… talking GI Bill, loans, the freshman 15, coping with Covid shutdowns and more! We speak with experts, practitioners and students to breakdown the latest perspectives and policies. ED talks is produced by the West Virginia National Guard Education Services Office and is hosted by Dr. Sherri Shafer. Opinions expressed are those of the guests alone and do not represent the West Virginia National Guard.

Jennylynn sits down with Brenda Ruhrer, BSN, MPH, COHN-S to discuss her 32 year military nursing career serving in the National Guard. Brenda was Chief Occupational Health Nurse for the National Guard Bureau with oversight and coordination amongst the 54 occupational health nurses. While Brenda has served a dual role being a civilian OHN and serving in the Guard during her career, not every occupational health nurse serves in the military when they may work for a military facility or the department of defense. Some have access for direct care, while others like Brenda performed medical surveillance, safety hazards and industrial hygiene reports. Brenda worked the “flightline” at her facility where aircraft take off and land, with her office located in the hangar the helicopters were stored. She was the only OHN stationed at her facility in her state. She has had a lot of OSHA and DOD training for her role, as well as providing CPR and AED training for military personnel. No routine tasks with this type of nursing role and often a lot of fun, Brenda describes having to perform a noise survey while a helicopter took off as one of her favorite days. Weekend work was focused on medical readiness performing periodic health assessments. Brenda also discusses a deployment overseas as a nurse educator for Afghanistan military medics and a deployment here domestically with COVID-19 in a variety of occupational health/public health roles.

Our guests today are three friends from the Central Coast of CA who share a mission: to make the Earth a better place for all their descendants. Earth Day, Earth Month, Earth Year–why not an Earth Eternity? We know that nothing lasts for eternity; one day, scientists say, our Sun will fail us and leave everything in darkness and cold, long after life on planet Earth no longer exists. But what about now? How do we celebrate our Earth's longevity, long after a day in April, a month in Spring or a year from now? Spend the next hour with our guests June Cochran, Kelly Fisher and Grace Gautereaux while we vision together an Earth Eternity healed of the many mistakes we made while generations embraced the notion that Earth's resources were boundless, that our greed was “good” and that our abuses would never be noticed. RELEVANT LINKS PFJ Unitarian Universalists San Luis Obispo United Church of Christ (Congregational) of San Luis Obispo College Corps Fellowship - Cal Poly (Get $10K for your educational expenses in exchange for a 450 hour internship with a local non-profit working for the environment. Apply now! June 30 deadline.) SLO Climate Coalition Resilient SLO SLO Climate Coalition Micro Community Collaborative Civic Spark-Americorps City of San Luis Obispo (SLO) Sustainability Dept Surfriders Central Coast Red Cross Central CA Silent Spring by Rachel Carson ECOSLO GridAlternatives U.N. Sustainable Development Goals Tri County Regional Energy Network (3C-REN) Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer BlocPower   MORE ABOUT OUR GUESTS June Cochran, a native Californian, earned her undergraduate degree at U.C. Berkeley, where she learned how to protest injustices, and her Master's degree at Occidental in Urban Studies. June then became a reporter, a high school teacher, a college instructor and an Instructional Specialist, training teachers for Stockton Unified School District. Possessing a deep desire to educate herself and others on resiliency and equity issues, she started and advised a high school club titled E.N.U.F. (Earth Needs Us Fast); organized a Green Shalom action group at a synagogue; produced a number of informative video programs for the media; and became an integral contributor in key groups engaged in a positive movement toward a solution-based future.  As coordinator of the San Luis Obispo Climate Coalition, her mission is to increase awareness of the advantages of decarbonization in order to strengthen our energy profile and our local economy, give residents the power to put their talents to work, and prepare our isolated area for unexpected events. In 2018, June received the SLO Climate Coalition's “Climate Champion Award,” of which she is quite proud. In all of June's work for change, her emphasis is on raising public awareness, organizing educational events, and networking. She volunteers as a national responder for the American Red Cross and has helped install solar through Grid Alternatives, including two all-female installations.  June and her husband, Fred Fink, live in Shell Beach, CA. They do this work primarily for her daughter and son, who both work in the field of public health; a daughter-in-law who is a high school counselor; a son-in-law who is an engineer; and four grandsons—two in California and two in New York—and for all their descendants, as well as for all future individuals and families. June is committed to creating a vibrant, just, and sustainable world for ALL people for generations to come. Kelly Fisher serves as the program director and co-founder of the San Luis Obispo Climate Coalition's Micro-Community Collaborative. Their Resilient SLO Challenge program is designed to promote equity, resilience, and climate protection regionally. Kelly also serves as a highly qualified expert with the United States Army Senior Education Program, where she assisted in the development of the Women, Peace and Security curriculum. Kelly serves as a Deputy Congressional Director for the United States' Women's Caucus at United Nations, a Board member of the American Red Cross Pacific Coast Chapter and a member of the Coalition for Women's Appointments.  Before devoting her full-time support to the achievement of United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, Brigadier General Fisher retired from 40 years of US military service. Her most recent duty assignments include Land Component Commander of California Army National Guard with concurrent duty as Deputy Commandant - Reserve Affairs United States Army War College. General Fisher also served as the special assistant to the Chief of National Guard Bureau, and a member of the Department of Defense Joint Chiefs of Staff to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the Wisconsin National Guard's Sexual Harassment, Assault, Response and Prevention Program.  Grace Gautereaux serves as the Outreach Specialist of the San Luis Obispo Climate Coalition's Micro-Community Collaborative. She promotes the Resilient SLO Challenge to local households to encourage individual and collective action around resilience, sustainability, and equity. She works with local agencies to advertise financial and other support opportunities to users and coordinates with financial stakeholders to create compelling, locally-oriented incentives to participate in the challenge. In addition, Grace has worked with partner agencies to develop a Fellowship opportunity that will bolster Resilient SLO mobilization initiatives on the ground in San Luis Obispo communities. Grace also works as a “CivicSpark Fellow” for the Tri-County Regional Energy Network (3C-REN) where she helps to develop policy, workforce preparedness, and homeowner education around building electrification and energy efficiency initiatives on the Central Coast. Grace graduated from Willamette University with a BA in Politics concentrated in international renewable energy policy and economics.    SUPPORT PFJ We greatly appreciate your financial support so that we can continue to educate, advocate and pray for the things that matter to our organization. Please consider donating through PayPal. People of Faith for Justice is a 501(c)(3) non-profit  organization. CREDITS The People of Faith for Justice Podcast is produced and edited by Jeff Manildi Music for the People of Faith for Justice Podcast is provided by Andrew Gorman

In what is an amazing episode with Bishop Kevin R. Richardson, founding pastor of Hope Fellowship Church in Suitland, Maryland. Bishop Richardson and host Paul Lawrence Vann served in the United States Air Force in the Pentagon in support of the National Guard Bureau in the Pentagon for several years.Host Vann called on Bishop Richardson to share spiritual wisdom to the Wealth Academy Podcast community because of the state of humanity in the U.S., rumors of wars, violence, mental help issues, and more. Bishop Richardson shares the genesis of how God inspired him to follow Him, this is remarkable and it entails the aftermath of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr's assassination. Insight is shared as to how the pandemic is impacting worship services at Bishop Richardson's house of worship, Hope Fellowship Church. A shift is taking place for members of the congregation and represents a shift in how people receive the word of God.Bishop Richardson provides spiritual guidance on why now is the time for people to enhance and grow their personal relationship with God. Many people are overwhelmed and developing a personal relationship with God is paramount to navigating life's greatest challenges. Listeners will discover how to walk by faith and not by sight after listening to Bishop Richardson provide sage spiritual advice on mental health, the suicide of military personnel, a Maryland mayor, and Ms. USA.Make no mistake about it, no one ever said the road would be easy in terms of life and the challenges it presents at times, Bishop Richardson shares what the word of God says people should do to navigate life challenges.Host Vann asked Bishop Richardson what the word of God tells us in order to do the will of God. Bishop Richardson provided spiritual advice on how people can make this happen in their life.Bishop Richardson is the author of a couple of books. He is the author of So You Want The Title.  You can order Bishop Richardson's book on Amazon https://amzn.to/3HroXxHHe is also co-author of Roots and Beyond.  In what is a powerful and timely interview, Bishop Kevin R. Richardson shares more about his book and so awesome events and activities he is involved in as pastor of Hope Fellowship Church and more.Tune in to listen to this episode with Bishop Kevin R. Richardson and over 187 episodes of Wealth Academy Podcast at this link  https://bit.ly/3n84XSF

Help Support those who may just need a nice text message! or Support !Crisis  Hotlines Text Connect 741741Child/Abuse-1800-452-1999 Elder Dependent -1-800-624-8404Suicide Prevention -1-800-273-TALKSubstance Use/Opioid Use Disorders: Dial 211Domestic Violence Helpline: 1-866-834-HELPPoison Control- 1-800-222-1222Vet4 Warriors-1-855-838-8255We keep challenges from turning into crisesVets4Warriors, housed at the Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care National Call Center in New Jersey, is a one-of-a-kind 24/7 peer support network. Originally supported by the National Guard Bureau and the U.S. Department of Defense, today Vets4Warriors operates independently of the U.S. military, complementing official government resources available to service members and veterans. We are committed to ensuring that all veterans, service members, their families, and caregivers always have direct and immediate access to a peer who understands their life experiences and the challenges they face, and can provide support whenever they confront an issue, wherever they are in the world. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/MINDFULLYINTEGRATIVE)

THIS IS YOUR LAST CHANCE FOR 30% OFF ALL TOP COURSES!   The most dangerous phrase in any organization is “because that's how we've always done it”.  It's the utterance of those scared of change, unwilling to think laterally, and clinging desperately to their comfort zone. Any true leader knows that in today's rapidly evolving world, those who last will be those who adapt- plain and simple.    As hard as change may be, imagine trying to implement it at the ground level of an organization steeped in tradition and hierarchy like the Army. That's what today's guest Captain Anna Zamora is trying to do; Not only has she been tasked with implementing a new culture surrounding soldier health and wellness, she has had to prove the viability of the program to those around her and above her.    Captain Anna Zamora was a D1 strength coach from 2010-2020 with stops at Duke, Yale, UConn, Penn State, and DePaul. She's been a member of the Army National Guard since 2010 and is currently a CPT of medical services and National Guard Director H2F at the National Guard Bureau in Arlington, VA. *You can find the rest of her bio below*   We cover: Navigating micropolitics, power dynamics and stakeholders at work How to promote change & influence senior leadership in your organization A breakdown of how to design and use role-playing drills (and a live example!) Strategies to make your first 100 days at a new job more successful   Connect with Captain Zamora: Via Instagram: @aaliciaz   Also check out: The Army Combat Fitness Test  More about her program, H2F    Quick shout-out to our podcast partners: LMNT, Momentous, VersaClimber, and SAGA. Supporting them supports us and allows us to continue bringing you this content for FREE!   LMNT: Our go-to on-the-go hydration product. With no sugar and no additives, LMNT is how I stay hydrated when training in the Georgia heat and traveling every other weekend. LMNT is offering you a free pack at DrinkLMNT.com/AOC - give them a try and let us know what you think! (Watermelon salt is my favorite).  Momentous: For those looking for the cleanest, best tasting protein and supplements on the market, Momentous is my choice. Their products are for athletes as well as individuals who just want to ensure they are getting enough protein in their diet. Code: BRETT25 gets you 25% off your first order.  VersaClimber: For the most efficient, difficult, low-impact workout you'll ever experience, you need a VersaClimber. This will forever be a staple in my home gym. Tell them Brett sent you!  SAGA: This technology makes workouts more efficient even when you don't have access to weight. Don't worry about the jargon or the science, they explain it all at saga.fitness. Use COACHBRETT20 for 20% OFF!    Captain Zamora has also formerly been: Enlisted 371st Sustainment Brigade- Ohio NG Ground Ambulance Platoon Leader 141st Medical Company- CT NG. Battalion Medical Officer & Medical Platoon Leader, 2-112th Infantry Battalion (Stryker) PA NG Medical Operations Officer 108th MMB Medical Logistics Officer 6-54th SFAB, IL NG Illinois Project Officer H2F   Check her out!

In today's Federal Newscast, the Oklahoma National Guard has decided to defy DoD's COVID-19 vaccine mandate.

This could be our most important episode to date. Dr. Gerald E. Harmon is a practicing family medical specialist and also the president of the American Medical Association. At arguably no time in our history due to Covid-19 and other medical issues, is serving these roles been more important. In this episode, Dr. Harmon shares the excellence he witnesses from his colleagues, his definition of Excellence, why taking the advice of medical professionals is a little bit of Excellence, the impact of Covid-19 and why vaccinations are important, and more.Dr. Harmon's bio is filled with Excellence, including serving as major general in the Air Force, chief physician for the National Guard Bureau and assistant surgeon general for the U.S. Air Force. He has also been decorated with the Air Force Commendation Medal and the Humanitarian Service Medal and other honors."One of the things I've learned with excellence is that my patients can trust me.," Harmon said during the episode. "They can trust their provider, the healthcare provider, whether it's me as a physician, whether it's someone coming in and taking their vital signs, (or anyone in the medical field. ) I've given interviews and people have said, 'what's the most important thing you've learned in medicine? And what's the most valuable thing you've taken away?' I think the most valuable thing I would take away is that people have trusted me. I've earned a patient's trust."Dr. Harmon offers terrific advice  throughout the episode, medical and otherwise.That's why I dubbed him, Dr. Advice.I hope you enjoy the episode. --Brian Hurlburt, host.For more about the Magnifying Excellence podcast, visit. xlete.com

In this episode, John Amble speaks to Gen. Daniel Hokanson, chief of the National Guard Bureau. A key pillar of the US defense enterprise, the National Guard is also fundamentally unique. Composed of fifty-four separate entities, it is inherently joint given its Army and Air Force components. It must also balance two, parallel missions—both as a source of combat capability for the joint force and a mechanism to respond to a wide range of emergencies domestically. After twenty years of war in Iraq and Afghanistan, this conversation explores what the future holds for the National Guard.

Beyond End-to-End Encryption (BE2EE) technology can protect your data in-transit and at-rest in a consistent way: NUTS may help define this new category. Last year, we presented the technology of NUTS (https://ceri.as/nuts2020). This year, we demonstrate NUTS in action with our Beta version. See secure objects move around in cyberspace without a central reference monitor in a transport agnostic way. The demo will show practical use cases that NUTS enables. The global pandemic drastically altered our way of life and Work-From-Home presents technical challenges that reveal the structural weaknesses of our largest systems. Adversarial threats are now more common place and large outages are frequent. We believe NUTS shows a new path towards a more resilient operating environment for our data. We strongly recommend viewing last year's presentation (https://ceri.as/nuts2020)to better understand the background and approach of the tech.Joining us for this session will be COL (Ret) Robert Banks, USA, PhD. who served as Deputy Director, Current Operations of U.S. Cyber Command with his insights and comments on this technology. Dr. Banks retired from the U.S. Army after a distinguished 37-yearcareer. His previous services include Chief of Operations of the Army Global Network Operation & Security Center, Command of the largest Army Helicopter Battalion of 64 Chinooks covering 8 states, and providing significant contributions at the Joint Staff Cyberspace Division, National Counterintelligence Security Center, Army Defense Industrial Base, Asymmetric Warfare Office - Electronic Warfare, National Guard Bureau, and Co-Chaired the Smart Grid Interoperability Panel, while supporting the Tri-County Electric Cooperative. He holds numerous advanced degrees including a PhD in Information Technology from George Mason University specializing in Hybrid Security Risk Assessment Models. Additionally, he holds the following certifications: CISSP, PSDGP, ITILv3, AWS-CCP, AZURE-AI. About the speaker: Yoon Auh, CISSP, is the founder and CEO of NUTS Technologies Inc., a midwestern deep infrastructure technology startup. He holds multiple US patents around structured security, structured cryptography and secure data management. His firm is breaking new grounds in applying security at the data layer in a portable form to achieve full BE2EE. He graduated from Columbia College in NYC with a BA in Physics and a BS in Engineering Mechanics from Columbia School of Engineering. Yoon's prior career was in finance and technology culminating to a successful career as Head Trader for several world class financial firms. NUTS was created to fill the gaps in technology that don't get addressed in the way it ought to be.

Chief Master Sgt. Lorene Kitzmiller, Enlisted Strategic Planner for the Office of the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chief, National Guard Bureau, and Senior Airman Chloe Cournoyer, a services specialist in the 102nd Intelligence Wing Force Support Squadron, reflected on leadership throughout their careers and some of the ways that successful leaders can empower our Airmen.

Task force 1-194 is working the evacuation of State Department and military personnel from Afghanistan this week. That unit is a National Guard unit from Minnesota. It's on-site at Karzai International airport in Kabul, at the heart of the action. General Craig McKinley (USAF ret.) is former Chief of the National Guard Bureau and former member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. On this episode, he explains the Guard's role in Afghanistan, Iraq, other overseas operations, and deployments here at home.

Listen today as RADM Kleiman talks today with Patrick Kennedy and Marjorie Morrison. RADM Kleiman is an Assistant U.S. Surgeon General detailed to the National Guard Bureau, where he serves as Director of Psychological Health and Chief of Warrior Resilience and Fitness. In January 2021, RADM Kleiman was selected to the rank of Rear Admiral and assumed the role of Assistant U.S. Surgeon General. He will continue his work as an executive-level leader within DoD serving as the National Guard Bureau's Director of Psychological Health, a position he has held since 2016. In this role, he designs, develops, and directs an enterprise-wide system for psychological health fitness and resilience for over 450,000 National Guard members and their families. He is responsible for providing oversight, implementation, execution, and quality control for psychological health, resilience, and suicide prevention operations across the joint services. Additionally, in 2019 RADM Kleiman was selected by the Chief of the National Guard Bureau to lead the new Warrior Resilience and Fitness (WRF) Office. In this role, he directs the National Guard Bureau's efforts to synchronize and implement well-being, resilience, and prevention programs across the Air and Army National Guard and throughout the 54 states, territories, and DC.  RADM Kleiman is a commissioned officer in the U.S. Public Health Service. Prior to his assignment at the National Guard Bureau, he was detailed to the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) for six years, where he served as the USCG Chief of Behavioral Health Services at their Headquarters Office in DC. Previously, RADM Kleiman served in the Office of Health Affairs at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) as a principal advisor on resilience and behavioral health policies across DHS. Prior to that assignment, he was assigned as the National Mental Health Coordinator for Immigration and Customs Enforcement, responsible for coordinating the mental health care for all detained undocumented migrants in the United States. RADM Kleiman began his career as a Public Health Services Officer working emergency response operations for the Department of Health and Human Services, coordinating disaster response efforts for large scale emergencies such as Hurricane Katrina and the London Bombings.  Prior to transferring to the Public Health Service in 2005, RADM Kleiman was a commissioned officer in the United States Air Force, where for six years he provided a broad array of direct behavioral health clinical services to Airmen and their families at multiple duty locations. He has a Bachelor's of Arts Degree in Psychology from the University of Tennessee, received his Master of Social Work degree from the University of Georgia, and is a licensed clinical social worker and board certified diplomat.  If you're enjoying Future Of Mental Health,  Please hit Follow or Subscribe wherever you're listening, and share the show with your colleagues and friends. You can also subscribe to our YouTube Channel here, https://www.youtube.com/c/PsychHub. Future Of Mental Health is a Psych Hub Podcast and is for educational purposes only. Visit https://psychhub.com to dig deeper and access the world's most comprehensive platform for behavioral health education. Follow Psych Hub:  LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/psychhubeducation, Twitter https://twitter.com/psychhub  Links https://www.nationalguard.mil/Leadership/Joint-Staff/J-1/Warrior-Resilience-Fitness/Leadership/  

An honor to speak with Dr. Harmon, a national thought-leader in Medicine, Medical Education, and Innovation!Gerald E. Harmon, MD, a family medicine specialist having practiced for more than 30 years in coastal South Carolina, became 176th president of the American Medical Association in June 2021. He was first elected to the AMA Board of Trustees in June 2013 and elected board chair in 2018. In addition, Dr. Harmon also served as the secretary of the AMA in 2016.In South Carolina Dr. Harmon has held several leadership positions in the South Carolina Medical Association, including chairman of the board and president. Dr. Harmon serves as a clinical professor at two of South Carolina's medical schools and is a member of the clinical faculty for the Tidelands Health Family Medicine residency program while regularly precepting physicians in training.In his hometown, Dr. Harmon is an adviser to the board of trustees for his community health system and is vice president in a multispecialty physician practice. He is a medical director for several organizations and volunteers as medical supervisor for his local school district's 23 schools. He has also been recognized with the Lifetime Achievement Award from his county's Chamber of Commerce. At the state level he has served as secretary for the State Aeronautics Commission.Before his retirement from the military as a major general, Dr. Harmon served the nation in the Air Force Reserve, on Active Duty, and in the Air National Guard holding responsibilities as chief physician for the National Guard Bureau and assistant surgeon general for the U.S. Air Force. His military decorations include the Distinguished Service Medal, the Legion of Merit, the Meritorious Service Medal, the Air Force Commendation Medal and the Humanitarian Service Medal.Dr. Harmon received his undergraduate degree in physics and mathematics from the University of South Carolina and, more recently, an honorary Doctorate of Public Service. He received his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina and completed his residency training program in family medicine with the U.S. Air Force at Eglin Air Force Base and is recognized as a fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians.During the rare times when not actively practicing medicine, Dr. Harmon and his wife, Linda, enjoy spending time outdoors in their coastal hometown of Georgetown with their three married children and eight grandchildren.https://www.ama-assn.org/

General Daniel Hokanson, Chief of the National Guard Bureau, Farah Pandith, first ever Special Representative to Muslim communities, David Sanger, NYTimes National Security and Cyber expert, and many more leaders in global security are featured in this special highlights episode. Tickets for the Council's annual Global Security Forum go on sale this week, so we're bringing you some of our favorite discussions from past forums, with topics ranging from artificial intelligence to China's future global role.Reserve your tickets and learn more about the Forum at www.gsf2021.com |  Members-only presale opens Wed., July 7 and General Admission ticket open Sat., July 10.Not a member? Join the World Affairs Council of Connecticut today to get early access to Global Security Forum and other member benefits-For more visit: www.ctwac.org/podcastsFollow us @ctwac on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. Check out our website for upcoming programs and events.Be sure to like and subscribe to State of the World podcast and share new episodes with friends, family and colleagues! See you next week.

Denise Jelinski-Hall felt stuck in her small hometown of Little Falls, Minnesota, so she created a new future for herself by joining the Air Force. Years, later, Jelinski-Hall became the highest-ranking enlisted female in United States military history.On this episode of Borne the Battle, Air National Guard Veteran Denise Jelinski-Halldiscusses her selection as Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chief of the National Guard Bureau, the changing roles of women in the military, and how “gray-area service members” are still entitled to VA benefits.Jelinski-Hall found her calling with the Air Force but decided to transfer to the Air National Guard after marrying an active-duty Marine. She served three years in the California Air National Guard before transferring to Hawaii. Jelinski-Hall's 28-year career included 12 years of active service, leadership of the Hawaii National Guard, and a position in the Pentagon advising the Chief of the National Guard Bureau.In addition to her military service, Jelinski-Hall volunteers with United Through Reading and the Military Child Education Coalition. United Through Reading connects military families through recorded stories. Family members can record themselves reading and the recordings provide story time with that absent family member. Jelinski-Hall served on the board of the Military Child Education Coalition, an organization that supports the schooling of military children through mentorship and other supportive resources.Jelinski-Hall is currently a military advisor for Veterans United Home Loans, where she educates Veterans about VA home loans and home ownership. She also wrote an autobiography, "From the Prairie to the Pentagon," and contributed to the leadership book "Breaching the Summit," alongside five other former Senior Enlisted Advisors.In this episode, Jelinski-Hall discusses writing her autobiography, how to respectfully not take 'no' for an answer, and other leadership and life tips.Borne the Battle Veteran of the Week:Army Veteran Pedro Munoz Mentioned in this episode: Borne the Battle #187: Darlene Iskra, Groundbreaker Borne the Battle #150: Benefits Breakdown – 75th Anniversary of the VA Home Loan Program Borne the Battle #240: Benefits Breakdown – Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan (IRRRL) The Summit 6 United Through Reading offer free books and mobile app for Veterans, military – VAntage Point VA Secretary Denis McDonough statement on department's extension of moratoriums on foreclosures and evictions, as well as new mortgage repayment assistance to help stabilize vulnerable households  VA expands “PRIDE In All Who Served” program for LGBTQ+ Veterans

This episode of the BU Bridge podcast features Bethel alumni Amy '07 and Peter '04 Williams. Peter is an Operations Officer and Policy Advisor at National Guard Bureau and Amy is at home with their three daughters while also teaching online home school classes through Classical Conversations. Peter and Amy share about their heart for serving others through their careers and their love for Bethel. Take a listen! Peter Williams: wilpet22@gmail.com

May 25, 2021 Major General Donald McGregor, USAF (Ret.), is an accomplished national security leader, fighter pilot, and career Air Force Officer with a diverse background, and expertise in Homeland Defense and National Guard issues. He was a former lead advisor to the Chief of the National Guard Bureau, who is a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. In this lead advisor role, he was the National Guard's Director of Strategy, Policy, Plans, and International Affairs, developing overall strategy, Secretary of Defense (SECDEF) policy, and civil support planning for the National Guard's warfighting, homeland, and international partnership missions. Like our page at Facebook/PatriotRadioUS and listen in each Tuesday and Thursday at 4:00 PST with a replay at 9:00 PST on any of these great stations! 106.5 FM Spokane 101.3 FM Tri-Cities/Walla Walla 93.9 FM Moses Lake 106.1 FM Moses Lake 96.1 FM Yakima 96.5 FM Spokane/CdA 97.7 FM Spokane/CdA 810 AM Wenatchee/Moses Lake 930 AM Yakima 630 AM Spokane 1050 AM Spokane and Far Beyond

This week on the podcast, General Gross talks to retired Air Force Colonel Jeff White, who currently serves as the Chief of Youth Programs and Acting Chief of J1 Strategy & Policy for the National Guard Bureau. They discuss National Guard programs that provide opportunities to young people, helping kids develop healthy habits, and how to effectively work with Congress. To learn more about the National Guard Youth Challenge, check out their website: ngchallenge.org/

General Joseph L. Lengyel serves as the 28th Chief of the National Guard Bureau and as a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. In this capacity, he serves as a military adviser to the President, Secretary of Defense, National Security Council and is the Department of Defense’s official channel of communication to the Governors and State Adjutants General on all matters pertaining to the National Guard. He is responsible for ensuring that the more than 453,000 Army and Air National Guard personnel are accessible, capable and ready to protect the homeland and to provide combat ready resources to the Army and Air Force.Prior to his current assignment, General Lengyel served as the Vice Chief, National Guard Bureau.General Lengyel was commissioned in 1981 through the Reserve Officer Training Corps program at University of North Texas. He served in various operational and staff assignments, primarily as an F-16 Instructor Pilot and Weapons Officer. His experience in the F-16 includes tours in Air Combat Command, Pacific Air Forces, United States Air Forces in Europe and the Texas Air National Guard. He has commanded a fighter squadron, operations group, air expeditionary group and the Air National Guard Readiness Center. General Lengyel is a command pilot with more than 3,000 flying hours primarily in the F-16. Additionally, General Lengyel served as the Senior United States Defense Official; Chief, Office of Military Cooperation; and Defense Attaché, Cairo, United States Central Command, Cairo, Egypt.

The Pentagon has authorized up to 25,000 National Guard members for President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration as the nation braces for more possible violence after the deadly Capitol Hill riots. After a FBI bulletin warned of armed protests in all 50 state capitols in the days leading up to January 20th, the National Guard Bureau said “every state, territory and the District of Columbia will have National Guard men and women supporting the inauguration.” Jonathan Wackrow was a Secret Service Agent during the Obama Administration and helped with the 2013 inauguration committee planning. He joins AC360 to discuss the current threat to Washington, DC and says the worry should be people acting as lone wolves. Plus, Pres. Trump is planning to leave for his new home in Florida the morning of the inauguration and sources say he’s considering a color guard, military band, 21-gun salute and even a red carpet for his departure ceremony. Tony Schwartz is co-author of Trump’s “Art of the Deal.” He tells Anderson Cooper he isn’t surprised and doesn’t think the President is able to take in the “enormity of the defeat.” Airdate: January 15, 2021 Guests: Jonathan Wackrow Tony SchwartzTo learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

The FBI has warned of armed protests being steered toward Washington and all 50 U.S. state capitals.An internal FBI bulletin informed that, as of Sunday, the nationwide protests may start later this week and extend through Biden's Jan. 20 inauguration, according to two law enforcement officials who read details of the memo to The Associated Press. Investigators believe some of the people are members of some extremist groups, the officials said. The bulletin was first reported by ABC."Armed protests are being planned at all 50 state capitols from 16 January through at least 20 January, and at the U.S. Capitol from 17 January through 20 January," the bulletin said, according to one official. The officials were not authorized to speak publicly and spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity.In other steps to safeguard the U.S. capital, the National Guard was authorised to send up to 15,000 troops to Washington, and tourists were barred from visiting the Washington Monument until Jan. 24.The chief of the National Guard Bureau, General Daniel Hokanson, told reporters he expected about 10,000 troops in Washington by Saturday to help provide security, logistics and communications.He said the number could rise to 15,000 if requested by local authorities

Dr. Linda L. Singh Former Adjutant General of Maryland Ret. Major General Linda L. Singh was appointed as The 29th Adjutant General of Maryland in January 2015. In the role she was responsible for the daily operations of the Maryland Military Department, which includes the Maryland Army National Guard, Maryland Air National Guard, Maryland Emergency Management Agency, and Maryland Defense Force. She was also a senior advisor to the governor and was responsible for the readiness, administration, and training of more than 6,700 members of the Military Department with an annual budget of more than $314 million. As The Adjutant General, she served as the official channel of communication between the governor and the National Guard Bureau and served as a member of the governor's cabinet. Dr. Singh is currently the CEO of Kaleidoscope Affect, LLC. where she personally mentors, coaches and speaks on leadership, diversity, adversity, career transition and issues that plague women and veterans in the workplace. She holds a bachelor's degree in business, a Master of Business Administration, a Master of Strategic Studies and a PhD in Industrial and Organizational Psychology. She is the author of “Moments of Choice: My path to leadership” and “What's in Your Box” which is schedule for early 2020 release. Dr. Singh is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP), Professional Certified Coach (PCC), Gallup Strengths Coach and John Maxwell certified trainer and speaker. She has received numerous awards, among them are the 2013 Diversity MBA Top 100 under 50 Diverse Emerging Leaders, The Network Journal 25 Influential Black Women in Business Award for 2014 and recipient of the Ellis Island Medal of Honor for 2015. She was also inducted into the Maryland Women's Hall of Fame in March 2015. She was also featured on the Today Show for her history making leadership team and named as one of InStyle's Badass 50 in July 2019.  

The BEYA STEM Conference presents High-Tech Sunday. On today’s episode of High-Tech Sunday, our host, Dr. Mark Vaughn sits down with the Executive Director of the Stars & Stripes Committee, Matt Bowman and special guest, Rev. Dr. Willie Wade Jr.As the Executive Director of the Stars & Stripes Committee, Bowman works closely with senior leaders from all five services and the National Guard Bureau to build the nations STEM Capacity.Rev. Dr. Wade Jr. is an author and ordained Baptist Minister with 25 yers of experience and training. Career Communications Group’s High-Tech Sunday looks at professional development in technology through the lens of spiritual philosophies. In a time when digital information is critical more than ever,  this weekly program is produced by and for CCG’s community of alumni and professionals in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields, thought leaders, and aspiring students, to bring a concentrated discussion around technological advancements and achievements based on universal moral principles. The one-hour podcasts will be streamed every Sunday. The podcasts can be accessed through the BEYA Facebook page, Women of Color Facebook page, and CCG YouTube page ​in addition to Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Podbean, and Spotify. Please join us next time.

In Psych Hub's interview with RADM Kleiman, he shares how the National Guard Bureau is bridging the gap between physical and mental health for its 450,000 members.  When you think of the military, you think of these very fit members that are going to war. However, physical fitness is only a small percentage of what member need to be fit now.  RADM Kleiman will share the importance of resilience to cope with stress and hardship. 

U.S. Air Force Command Chief Master Sgt. Mark Legvold, 133rd Airlift Wing, interviews U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Sandra Best, Deputy Adjutant General Minnesota National Guard in St. Paul, Minn., Nov. 24, 2020. Best shares about her journey from the enlisted ranks to becoming a general officer and her duties as the Special Assistant to the Chief, National Guard Bureau for Diversity. (U.S. Air National Guard podcast by 133rd Airlift Wing Public Affairs)

In the premiere episode of 'Get a Sign', Chief Master Sgt. Dan Conner, Oregon National Guard Command Senior Enlisted Leader, introduces Chief Master Sgt. Tony Whitehead, National Guard Bureau Senior Enlisted Advisor, and discusses topics revolving around Chief Whitehead stepping into his new role as well as various other pressing issues within the force that affect all Soldiers and Airmen.

Only 1% of the United States population serves in the military. Veterans Day, November 11th, is a day designated for Americans to recognize and honor the men and women of the military who served our great nation. It is a time to say thank you to those who protect our freedoms. Expressing gratitude for those who sacrificed many years of their lives in service is an impactful way to amplify awareness, strengthen communities, and show appreciation. During this episode of The VFW Podcast, Host Terrence Hayes chats with three friends, mentors, and leaders whom he served with during his time in the military. He speaks with Marine Corps Sergeant Major (retired) Bryan Battaglia, the second Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Air Force Chief Master Sergeant (retired) Denise Jelinski-Hall, former Senior Enlisted Advisor to the National Guard Bureau, and Army Command Sergeant Major (retired) Patrick Alston, former Senior Enlisted Leader of the U.S. Strategic Command, about Veterans Day, the impact our men and women have made on our nation, and what Americans can do to say, “Thank You” during this period of social distancing. Marine Corps Sergeant Major (Retired), Bryan Battaglia —   What Veterans Day means to Bryan. [3:08]   Bryan highlights Veterans who have impacted his military career and personal life. [7:33]   The pinnacle of Bryan's career was sharing American influence with the British Royal Marines. [11:05]   Suggestions for how Americans can honor and recognize Veterans during COVID-19. [13:25] Air Force Chief Master Sergeant (Retired), Denise Jelinski-Hall —   Denise shares what inspired her to join the U.S. Air Force and her first leadership opportunity. [20:05]   Influential leaders and commanders who made a difference in Denise's military career and personal life. [23:26]   Denise recalls her first days as a Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Hawaii National Guard. [27:51]   After retiring, Denise wrote her first book, From the Prairie to the Pentagon, and became involved with the United Through Reading program. [43:01] Army Command Sergeant Major (Retired), Patrick Alston —   Patrick shares the origin story of Veterans Day and what it means to him. [37:50]   Americans can use social media to say “Thank You” to Veterans during the COVID-19 pandemic. [41:15]   Patrick describes the Veterans who were instrumental to his successful military career. [44:49]   For more information or continue the conversation, please visit:   Veterans of Foreign Wars Website VFW Podcast Page @VFWHQ on Twitter VFW on Facebook VFW Unmet Needs Program Call 1-888-JOIN-VFW Text “NEEDS” to 20222 to donate to the Unmet Needs Program  

Welcome to Majority.FM's AM QUICKIE! Brought to you by justcoffee.coop TODAY'S HEADLINES: Donald Trump put the kibosh on Congressional efforts to boost the economy during the pandemic. The message to struggling American families and businesses is clear: no help is coming until Trump leaves the White House. Meanwhile, the military’s top brass are in quarantine after being exposed to coronavirus. So is Trump adviser Stephen Miller, the architecht of many of his most cruel domestic policies. And lastly, a huge crowd of protesters swarmed government buildings in Kyrgyzstan and began naming new public officials following a contested election. That’s one way to do it! THESE ARE THE STORIES YOU NEED TO KNOW: Trump scuttles stimulus discussions On the very day that the chairman of the Federal Reserve warned that the economy would suffer without further stimulus measures, Donald Trump announced that he was breaking off negotiations for another bailout bill. Speaking at the annual meeting of the National Association for Business Economics, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said a rise in coronavirus cases this inter could further burden the economy. He said that too little government support for the economy would lead to a weak recovery, creating unnecessary hardship for households and businesses. Over time, household insolvencies and business bankruptcies would rise, harming the productive capacity of the economy and holding back wage growth. By contrast, Powell added, the risks of overdoing it with a stimulus package are smaller. He said QUOTE Even if policy actions ultimately prove to be greater than needed, they will not go to waste ENDQUOTE. In short, he was telling Congress and the White House to do something or things will get worse. But Trump wasn’t having it. In a series of Tweets that sent the stock market into a nosedive, he said he’d instructed aides to stop negotiating for a stimulus with Democrats until after the election. He added that he wants Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell to focus on getting his Supreme Court nominee, Amy Coney Barrett, confirmed. Even by Trump standards it’s a truly baffling decision. He could easily approve another round of checks for taxpayers just in time for the election. Instead, he apparently wants voters to see that he’s doing nothing for the economy, despite tens of millions of Americans out of work. Maybe he’s still feeling punchy from the Covid treatments. Steroids can mess with your head! Stephen Miller has COVID The coronavirus cluster around Donald Trump continues to grow. Yesterday the military’s top leadership entered quarantine after the Coast Guard’s second-in-command tested positive for the coronavirus. According to the Washington Post, those quarantined include General Mark Milley, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff; General John Hyten, the vice chairman; Admiral Michael Gilday, the chief of naval operations; General James McConville, the Army chief of staff; General Charles Brown, the Air Force chief of staff; General John Raymond, the Space Force chief of staff; General Daniel Hokanson, the chief of the National Guard Bureau; and General Paul Nakasone, the head of U.S. Cyber Command. Last one out of the Pentagon please turn off the lights. Attorney General Bill Barr was reportedly planning to limit his time at the Justice Department, after testing negative for the fifth time since Friday. Meanwhile, more White House aides tested positive – including Stephen Miller. And elected leaders in the Washington, DC region – including DC mayor Muriel Bowser – called on the White House to follow pandemic safety protocols. Ahead of tonight’s debate with Democratic Vice Presidential nominee Kamala Harris, Mike Pence’s physician released a memo saying he does not need to quarantine and is not a close contact with any individuals who have tested positive for COVID-19. Huh? As late as last night, Pence and Harris continued to tangle over health and safety measures for their debate at the University of Utah tonight. At issue: a plexiglass divider between the candidates and the moderator. Pence’s chief of staff, Marc Short, said Harris is QUOTE more than welcome to surround herself with plexiglass if that makes her feel more comfortable. It’s not needed ENDQUOTE. As though anyone from the Trump administration can be trusted, especially on this issue. They are basically engaged in open biological warfare at this point. The debate starts at 9 p.m. Eastern time. Protesters take over Kyrgyzstan Protesters demanding a change in government stormed the White House yesterday – in the Central Asian Republic of Kyrgyzstan. That’s what they call the building that houses the executive and legislative branches of government in the capital city of Bishkek. The country held an election on Sunday, and the president’s allies won a majority of seats. But yesterday, as protests intensified, the country’s electoral commission nullified the results. According to the New York Times, a small group of protesters tried to gain entry to the White House overnight. After the police tried to disperse them, hundreds more joined in the assault and soon took control. On Tuesday, the Times said, the streets of Bishkek were littered with burned out cars and piles of stones, while photos emerged of the broken down gates to the White House. Inside the building, videos and photos showed broken glass and piles of debris, including government papers, with protesters wandering the offices. The president, Sooronbai Jeenbekov, said yesterday he was willing to meet with the leaders of all sixteen parties that had competed in the election. But, per the Times, it was not clear that he was still in control. Protesters continued to seize government buildings and appoint their own officials. Two big-city mayors announced their resignation, and Jeenbekov’s predecessor as president, as well as two former prime ministers, were freed from prison. The Health Ministry says one person was killed and nearly seven hundred injured during the protests. So it wasn’t a bloodless revolution, but it sure could’ve been worse. AND NOW FOR SOME QUICKER QUICKIES: Facebook said yesterday that it is banning all Q-Anon accounts from its platforms. Per NBC News, a company spokesperson said the enforcement is in keeping with other steps the company has taken with regard to what it called militarized social movements, such as militia and terror groups that repeatedly call for violence. The ban won’t necessarily apply to individual posts and instead focuses on accounts dedicated to spreading the conspiracy theory. Better late than never. A report published yesterday by the AFL-CIO shows that Latino workers, especially whose who are immigrants, continue to be at increased risk of dying on the job. Most of the Latino workers who die on the job work in construction, followed by motor vehicle operators, maintenance workers and agricultural workers. The union is calling on the Occupational Safety and Health Administration to expand protections for temporary and contract workers and to implement national safety standards for Covid-19. ¡Vamos! Australian government scientists took core samples from the ocean floor at six remote sites off the country’s southern coast. What they discovered is evidence that at least fourteen million tons of microplastics are sitting at the bottom of the world’s oceans – more than thirty times what scientists think is floating on top. The microplastic pollution is concerning because the plastics can return to our bodies through the food chain. Gross. Guitar hero Eddie Van Halen, of the eponymous rock band Van Halen, died yesterday following a years-long fight with cancer. He was sixty five. As Pearl Jam guitarist Mike McCready put it, QUOTE Eddie was like Mozart for guitar ENDQUOTE. Shred in peace. That’s all for the AM Quickie. Join us this afternoon on the Majority Report. Oct 7, 2020 - AM Quickie HOSTS - Sam Seder & Lucie Steiner WRITER - Corey Pein PRODUCER - Dorsey Shaw EXECUTIVE PRODUCER - Brendan Finn

In this episode of the Iron Sharpens Iron Movement, Jim Hotaling interviews Marcus Jannitto. Brig General Marcus Jannitto, USAF (ret) is passionate about making people think differently about leadership. He is a Gallup-certified Strengths Coach for Leadership Rhode Island and works with businesses and non-profit agencies to increase their leadership capacity. He recently served as Chief of Staff and Deputy Adjutant General for the Rhode Island National Guard. Before retiring he served on the Air National Guard’s Strategic Planning System steering committee and on the Chief of the National Guard Bureau’s Joint Diversity Executive Council. He was the Director of the Air National Guard Commanders Development Course, a 9-day leadership course for new Group and Wing commanders. Brig Gen Jannitto has accumulated 5200 flying hours and more than 50 combat missions in the C-130 aircraft and is a veteran of numerous deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan, Kuwait, Qatar and Bosnia. After 35 years of coaching volleyball and soccer at the high school and NCAA level. He still conducts leadership workshops nationwide for the Air Force, Army, and National Park Service and works with local high school and college athletic teams on peer leadership, team culture, and captain development. Visit http://ironsharpensiron.fm for show notes and more exclusive content.

In this podcast episode, we celebrate the Air Force's 73rd Birthday! Vince and I speak to SEA Tony L. Whitehead (6th Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chief of the National Guard Bureau) about service in the Air Force and Air National Guard, changes in the force over the years, the future of the Air Force and National Guard, Pearls of wisdom and leadership tips for future Airmen. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-leadership-void/support

Host Paul Lawrence Vann received a text message from Shannon Thomas inquiring if he knew how to obtain  personnel records of her father who was a casualty of the Vietnam War, he was only 19 years of age at the time of his untimely death.  Shannon had listened to a previous episode where Paul discussed his background working on Capitol Hill for a member of Congress assigned to the House Armed Services Committee and he had processed casework for thousands of constituents to include working closely with the Veterans Administration.Paul and Shannon share this unique experience in their efforts to assist other military families who may be experiencing roadblocks and not knowing how to obtain valuable military records important to surviving family members. Host Paul Lawrence Vann worked with Shannon to guide her through the maze many families and  military dependents experience. That's not all, after retiring from the United States Air Force, Paul was a contractor and worked in the Family Readiness Office for the National Guard Bureau thus he has vast experience working with Army and Air National Guard families in all 50 states, Territoires and Possessions.One of the reasons Shannon wants her father's military records is because she is trying to get closure for herself and her family because she was only seven months young at the time of her father's untimely passing, he was 19 years old when he became a casualty of the Vietnam War.Host Paul Lawrence Vann coached Shannon through the process and she will be able to obtain her father's military record. Coach Paul works with individuals and organizations through coaching, training, and speaking programs. Paul Lawrence Vann is a  life coach, mindfulness coach, business success coach, and spiritual consciousness coach.  He leads Wealth Building Academy, LLC, and  host Wealth Academy Podcast, a cutting edge podcast that works to provide solutions to listeners and subscribers in over 11 countries.Tune in at www.wealthacademypodcast.com and on podcast distribution channels such as Apple Podcast, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, and many others.Wealth Academy Podcast also provides sponsorship opportunities to entrepreneurs and organizations as well, learn more at: https://bit.ly/2FlQRAK 

This week the guest is CAPT Matthew Kleiman who is the Director of Psychological Health for the National Guard Bureau, as a member of the Joint Surgeon's Office. CAPT Kleiman is responsible for designing, developing, and directing an enterprise-wide system for psychological health fitness and resilience for over 460,000 National Guard members and their families. He serves as an advisor and principal to the Chief of the National Guard Bureau on the continuum of psychological health and resilience services provided to/for Guard members and their families, and he is specifically responsible for providing oversight, implementation, execution, and quality control for Psychological Health operations across the joint services.Additionally, CAPT Kleiman began his active duty career as an Air Force clinical social worker, where for six years he provided a broad array of direct behavioral health services to Air Force members and their families at multiple duty locations. CAPT Kleiman received his Master's of Social Work degree from the University of Georgia, and is a licensed clinical social worker and board certified diplomat.

On July 2, General Joseph L. Lengyel, chief of the National Guard Bureau,  joined Senior Fellow Michael O’Hanlon in a conversation on the National Guard’s role in responding to the COVID-19 crisis, and the challenges it faces for the future. https://www.brookings.edu/events/the-national-guard-in-the-era-of-covid-19/ Subscribe to Brookings Events on iTunes, send feedback email to events@brookings.edu, and follow us and tweet us at @policypodcasts on Twitter. To learn more about upcoming events, visit our website. Brookings Events is part of the Brookings Podcast Network.

General (Ret.) Frank Grass, U.S. Army, 27th Chief of the National Guard Bureau, joins the podcast to discuss barriers to recruitment, nutrition and obesity, and the National Guard's role in responding to public health crises and other national challenges. (Theme: "Quit (Remix)" by Steve Combs)

Captain Matt Kleiman, a commissioned officer in the United States Public Health Service and the Director of the Warrior Resilience and Fitness Division at the National Guard Bureau, joins the show to discuss how the National Guard is implementing suicide prevention efforts across the military.

In this episode I discuss the life and career of US Air Force general and Chief of the National Guard Bureau Joseph Lengyel. As an airman he flew F-16s across the world and trained generations of fighter pilots but as an officer and leader he has done so much more. His unique command assignments that have led him from Egypt to Belgium to South Korea and back to the United States coupled with his broad experiences in the Texas Air National Guard and time as a pilot for Delta Airlines have all prepared him to command the roughly 450,000 personnel that make up the National Guard Bureau. As the man responsible for the rapid mobilization of National Guard soldiers and airmen during a global pandemic and period of unrest in the United States, Lengyel undoubtedly is busy right about now. So join me as I discuss the life and career of the general responsible for both ensuring the safety of all Americans during the historic Black Lives Matter movement and a global pandemic. -----Don't forget to subscribe so you do not miss a new episode! -------- Apple Listeners please leave a five star review and feedback, it really helps the podcast grow! Connect with us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/milleadersoftodaypodcast/ Email us! militaryleadersoftodaypodcast@gmail.com *Music is not my own and was obtained via YouTube's Creative Commons Library* --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/militaryleadersoftoday/message

List of ATSI causes:Blak Lives MatterSisters Inside - Free the PeopleJustice for Joyce ClarkeJustice for Tanya DayJustice for Walker (Yuendumu)Justice for David DungayGrandmothers Against Removals:BSB: 313-140Acc: 122 364 81Blak Lands MatterStop Adani (Wangan Jagalingou Corp)BSB: 034-003Acc: 278 038Djab Wurrung EmbassySEED (Climate Justice)Blak Labour MattersSolidarity member of First Nations Workers' AllianceVictorian Aboriginal Legal Services TRANSCRIPT (loose)(presenter introduction)It's been a big week everyone - a big week in a big year. Even the most spineless of liberals have noticed the difference.This show was recorded on Thursday the 4th of June to meet deadline. 3CR studios are still closed. My apologies if there are glaring ommissions in the show. The situation out there is developing rapidly. Yesterday, the 6th of June, was the Melbourne Black Lives Matter protest organised by the Warriors of the Aboriginal Resistance and participated in by a broad section of society. This was the biggest protest in Melbourne under any type of social distancing restrictions.I hope that the event was a success. I expect there was brutality and probably a lot of fines.Today's show will cover, in part, the current trouble in the imperial core, responses to said trouble, attempts from the imperial core to distract from the dysfunction, and compare the BLM protests in the US with the Hong Kong protests. Coronavirus news is on hold this week! First up, TROUBLE IN THE IMPERIAL CORE: namely the protests sparked by the "alleged" police murder of George Floyd. - US National guard depployments - 62,000 Nation Guard Members on duty according to National Guard Bureau. These troops operate under State Active Duty orders in co-operation and somewhat subordinate to state and local law enforcement. The rules as to force and armaments vary from state to state. Ranging from crowd-control armaments - batons, tasers and peppery spray in Colorado to pistols in Minnesota.    Washington DC's National Guard is activated in its entirety and this particular grouping takes orders from the president, rather than the state authorities. - People continue to be murdered by police so far in ongoing protests. In Louisville David McAtee, BBQ restaurant owner was murdered by the police. No body camera footage is available to corroborate police claims they were returning fire because no body cameras were turn on. In response to this particular piece of news the police chief of Louisville was fired by the mayor. David McAtee is still dead. - It is telling that the country which had precious little money to respond to COVID-19 has bottomless coffers when it comes to deploying the full might of the state against its citizens and paying overtime for police. It's a classic portrayal of the kinds of rights which US citizens enjoy: abstract rights of political expression and free speech and the actual right to be murdered by an out-of-control police force which grew up watching the same kind of disgusting police dramas which still poison the minds of the populace today. No money for PPE but money for teargas. - Defense Secretary Mark Esper: “I think the sooner that you mass and dominate the battlespace, the quicker this dissipates and we can get back to the right normal,” said in a call with governors on Monday. The use of military language and tactics to control the populace is not new and is part of the problem which civilians have with the so-called "right normal".------ Attempted distractions from the imperial core    Some kind of bizarre play to the envangelical right with Trump walking to a church. To provide this passage there was a huge assualt on gathered protests. During this assault an Australian 7 news cameraman was hit with a teargas projectile fired by police. To hear protestants say Trump is doing a Jericho walk should be a moment of shame for people of faith.    US Courts have ruled that Syrian and Iran are liable for damages for American citizens who are wonded and killed by Palestinians in Israel in yet another insult to sovereignty. This isn't the first time US courts have tried this one and I doubt it will be the last.        The US and UK imperial mainstream and the confused elements of the left over there and in Australia are all concerned about a proposed law in Hong Kong. According to such media agencies: "China's proposed national security law could end Hong Kong as we know it." Considering HK as it lies is a vestigial remnant of UK colonialism I think that the end of HK "as we know it" would be a good thing for HKers. The usual cohort of "pro-democracy" US bootlickers have lined up to whinge about it. US law-makers are assessing it under the Hong Kong Democracy and Human Rights Act- this is an act for which aforementioned subaltern imperialists lobbied. Under the act the US assesses whether HK is sufficiently autonomous from China and if not, sanctions will be applied. This "autonomy" actually means how rigorously HK is advancing the foreign policy interests of the United States of America. HK must enforce US sanctions, export law and trade policy relating to mainland China to safeguard US business interests operating in HK from the realities of business in a space which is being de-colonised by the PRC.     Added to this the US is weighing in on China's policies toward its own ethnic minorities, namely, the Uyghur muslims in Xinjiang - a topic covered on Alternative News in previous months. In essence, East Turkestan separatists have allied with the sinophobic West over a disagreement about what China should do to manage poverty and terrorism in the northwest of the country and then how to manage a transition from an agraian economy to a technology-manufacturing economy. Today I saw a claim that there are 2 million Uyghurs in concentration camps in Xinjiang. This is the biggest figure so far. I hope, one day, that I see reports of 10 million detainees. These figures are absolute garbage and should be ridiculed and treated as such. The fact that our media parrots these figures handed down to us from US newspapers and Australian think-tanks sponsored by US weapons manufacturers should really be ringing the alarm bells.HK protests 2019-2020 vs USA protests 2020CharacterisationHK protests largely characterised (in good and bad faith) as anti-auth, anti-imprial, left-wing protests. This is because they are protesting both the HK govt and the govt of the PRC. These protests are mis-characterised *in the interests of US Imperialism*.The idea that these protests are left-wing is hard for me to understand. The demands of the protestors are: Withdraw the extradition bill, don't call the protests 'riots', amnesty for arrested protesters, independent inquiry into police use of force against protesters and for the CE (wtf) of HK to resign with new CEs elected. These demands have largely arisen from the activities of the protests themselves. The only 'democratic' demand is the one calling for the election of a chief exec.How about: affordable housing, extradition bill should only be for financial crimes, the expansion of existing poverty eradiction programs, sustainable development ONLY, UK reparations for 150 years of colonialism? How about: the end of financial capitalism? 90% tax rate on the 1%? Massive expansion of social programs?Possibly because these are the demands of the poor and marginalised, and the protests do not comprise these groups.Being pro-democracy does not mean left-wing. For instance, the USA is a democratic country but we don't call the USA left-wing. Australia is a democracy but you wouldn't call us left-wing.The foolish assumption that if there are protestors they are in the right has duped the vast majority of the left. Smashing windows doesn't make you left-wing.Now, the protests in the USA. Are the protesters left-wing? Are they in the right? What are their demands? There are plenty of smashed windows - are these protest, not, in fact, the SAME as the HK protests? I think not.Police ramming protesters with cars, the national guard firing at people who are on their porches, ongoing murders by police - these things are not common across both movements. These things are only happening in the United States of America. Why is this? This answer may not shock you: The USA is an authoritarian police-state in which you are free to speak your mind, catch COVID-19 while becoming medically bankrupt and then get shot in the face with a rubber bullet for walking home. But at least it's not communism!To conclude: the HK protests have more in common with right-wing "quarantine=communism" protests than they do the current wave of protests in the US sparked by the police murder of George Floyd.This brings me, with some chagrin to an appeal for support for this radio station, 3CR. Please donate. You can do so at 3cr.org.au and put your favourite show down too. I note that at this time there is a huge push for donations to Indigenous Lives causes. These causes are highly valuable. The Campaign For International Co-operation and Disarmament supports these causes - as does 3CR. On the Altnertive News page on 3CR I will include a list of ATSI Lives, Land and Labour causes which I encourage you to give to. I understand this is a rough time for heaps of us. My apologies if this is one request too many. Systemic racism is real and it has real-life implications. Oppressed people the world over suffer under the heel of this ill. Indigenous people in Australia are part of this cohort. Since the Royal Commission into Deaths in Custody in 1991 there have been 432 further deaths and ZERO convictions. This must end. Black Lives Matter.(presenter signs off) 

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) has activated the state’s National Guard to provide “personnel, equipment, and facilities needed to respond to and recover" in the wake of upheaval over the death of 46-year-old George Floyd in police custody Monday. Minneapolis-area leaders sought Thursday to reassure the public and begged for calm amid nationwide outrage and local protests that gave way to destructive fires, looting and violent clashes. The unrest came during mounting calls for criminal charges against a white police officer shown in viral video holding his knee on the neck of Floyd, who was black. Floyd said repeatedly, “I cannot breathe," before he was taken from the scene without a pulse. Here are some significant developments: The mayor of St. Paul asked people to stay home amid a “rapidly devolving” situation in the capital, as police departments in the Twin Cities area warned of “flash looting” and took precautionary measures. The region’s main public transportation operator said it was suspending bus and light rail services over safety concerns. The Justice Department and FBI have pledged to undertake a “robust criminal investigation” into Floyd’s death and said in a joint statement that the inquiry is “a top priority.” The chief of the National Guard Bureau said guardsmen began on Thursday morning preparations for “civil disturbance activities that we’re running” in Minnesota after Floyd’s death. Floyd’s family will seek an independent autopsy of his body because it does not trust Minneapolis city officials, an attorney for the family said Thursday on CNN. Floyd’s death also sparked rallies in other parts of the country Wednesday. In Memphis, a crowd gathered outside a police building and chanted “no justice, no peace.” In Los Angeles, protesters blocked a freeway and confronted a California Highway Patrol vehicle. U.S. police chiefs, many of whom have been pushing their officers to de-escalate tense situations and decrease their use of force, responded with disgust to Floyd’s death and praised Minneapolis’s chief for firing the officers involved. GET YOUR STUCCI'S CIGARS!!! USE CODE "MEATBALL' FOR 20% OFF AND FREE SHIPPING 5 Pack: $47.25 10 Pack: $89.95 Call Jen to order at (727) 290-8492 DONATE: https://paypal.me/RocciStucci Rocci Stucci: http://StreamingTalkRadio.com STEM CELLS (CODE: Rocci or Rocky for discount): https://www.stemlightcenter.com/ https://www.southernstem.com/ KickAss Beef Jerky (Code: meatball for 10% off) https://kickassbeefjerky.com Verve Forever (CBD): http://bit.ly/2QIDBJN Larson's Quality Jigs: https://www.larsonsqualityjigs.com/ My Patriot Supply - http://bit.ly/2U9eTDL StemFood https://inspire.stemcellholistics.com Rocci's Private FB: https://www.facebook.com/RocciStucciSr Rocci Stucci Media FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/RocciStucciMedia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roccistucci/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Rocci_Stucci

We extend our great appreciation to all front-line responders during the unprecedented Covid-19 Pandemic. My guest represents one faction of these valiant responders. On today’s podcast, an exclusive interview with General Joseph L. Lengyel, serving as the 28th Chief of the National Guard Bureau and as a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff in Washington, D.C. The General shares news about the overall response of the Guard during the crisis, as well as the National Guard’s proud history protecting the Homeland. Jordan Rich is Boston's busiest podcaster, appearing on over 400 podcast episodes and currently hosting 14 shows. To connect with him, visit www.chartproductions.com.

I spoke by phone with Mr. David Kang at FEMA’s headquarters in Washington, DC. David Kang currently serves as the Director for the Planning and Exercise Division, Response Directorate of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). In this role Mr. Kang oversees the development of the nation’s interagency and joint local, state and Federal response plans for catastrophic incidents and FEMA’s exercise conduct. Prior to his position at FEMA headquarters, Mr. Kang worked in the State and Local Homeland Security and Emergency Management field as a Program Manager for Operations, Preparedness, and Planning for the State of Alaska. In Operations, Mr. Kang worked response and initial recovery operations in the State Emergency Operations Center for numerous disasters and full-scale exercises. Internationally, Mr. Kang was the U.S. Lead Planner in the development and implementation for the Government of Ukraine’s Energy Action and Resiliency Plans and had numerous engagements with the National Guard Bureau’s State Partnership Programs. In our interview, we talked about what aspects of project management and skills are critical to effective emergency planning and management, in particular hazard mitigation and operational planning, as well as infrastructure recovery. The FEMA Operational Planning Manual is an excellent example of what Director Kang is referring to in our interview, and may be found at: https://emilms.fema.gov/IS2002/media/142.pdf

This is the first out of a four part special series of podcast in remembrance of 9/11. We talk with South Carolina National Guard soldiers and airmen about where they were during 9/11 and how it impacted their lives and military careers.

On this episode of the Palmetto Guardian we have several shout outs as well as talking about some historical events. Guest speaker Darryl Hammond will be talking about the Health and Wellness Program. The Palmetto Guardian is hosted by Spc. David Erskine and Spc. Chelsea Baker with the South Carolina National Guard Public Affairs office.

On this episode we talk with Maj. Keith Kosik, the state partnership program director and three members of the Washington National Guard on their experience with the program. The National Guard State Partnership Programs (SPP) are designed to establish long term relationships in which U.S. States and their partnered nations share best practices and expert knowledge in a range of areas. The SPP is a Department of Defense joint security cooperation program administered by the National Guard Bureau that links a state's National Guard with the armed forces of a partner country in order to build long-lasting, mutually beneficial relationships with U.S. allies around the world. The Washington Military Department and our partner countries share best practices for military support to civilian authorities, emergency management, disaster planning, port security, HAZMAT/WMD response initiatives and airport security, among others. The SPP also facilitates economic, commercial, social and cultural government interactions in addition to military-to-military expert exchanges. Multi-level Army and Air Force familiarization exercises provide yet another platform to share effective practices and techniques. In 2002, Washington Gov. Gary Locke and The Adjutant General, Major General Tim Lowenberg, established Washington State’s SPP to establish a long-term relationship between the Washington Military Department and the Kingdom of Thailand. In 2017, Washington Gov. Jay Inslee and The Adjutant General, Major General Bret Daugherty, signed the agreement with the country of Malaysia, pledging each other’s commitment to build enduring relationships through sustained cooperation on areas of mutual interest. If you have an idea for a future episode of the podcast or something you would be interested to hear please contact us at: sara.m.morris7.civ@mail.mil

Thank You! General Clark, Major Kipp, Chief Snyder, MSgt Sweet, Lt. Col Geary and the entire JFHQ staff, thank you for making today’s ceremony possible. I’ve been to many retirements and I often hear a lot of people say, “I promised myself I wouldn’t cry”.  Well I’ll tell you right now, that’s BS.. I’m warning you now, I’m going to cry.  So if it looks like I’m reading this - I am. I did that for your benefit.   To keep the emotions in check by reading words I’ve now read over and over again a few dozen times. This collection of words - arranged in this order are now familiar to me, so it should help limit the emotional release that comes from digging into the memory banks on the spot.  This prevents me from ad libbing as much and thus carrying on for 2 hours.  Your Time is valuable and I want to be respectful that.  Before we get too far into this - It’s important to recognize that I did not arrive on this stage today alone. This was not my doing, this was a collective effort of everyone in my life so, naturally there are so many people to thank.   I know better than to call you out by name because every single one of you have had an impact on my life, so it would only be fitting to go seat by seat to say thanks, but clearly, none of us want that.   The fact that you are listening to me right now,  be it in person, or via the web, tells me all I need to know.  Somewhere in our individual lives, our paths crossed and we connected.  We stayed connected and therefore you helped shape my life.   You found value in our friendship and thus continued to honor our relationship with the Gift of Time - Rick Warren says it best when he says “ The greatest gift you can offer someone is your time.” - So, with all of my heart, Thank you for being here! Thank you for taking time from your schedule and giving it to me and my family on this special day. I believe the 2nd greatest gift you can give me -  is money, more on that later. I want to thank our God for the guidance and love that has enabled me to be here fulfilling my mission.  More than once I’ve found evidence of his presence sprinkled into my life. When I thought there was nowhere else to turn, I looked up and a path always presented itself.   Regardless of your spiritual belief, there is a higher power guiding us all, call it source energy, call it synchronicity, or even coincidence -  call it what you want, but I encourage you to listen to that intuition, follow the lead and be open to whatever opportunities are presented before you. There is always a path.   5 years ago, my 5 year plan had NONE of this on it.  I’ve been tapped on the shoulder for a new mission of service because there’s more work to be done, I’ve listened and found my place for my service.  That’s why we are here. This ceremony that brings us all together today is only possible because of the rest of you. I figure everyone else here fits into at least one of three categories. So I’ll take a moment to give detailed thanks to each and every one of you collectively.    First, My Immediate Family This journey for all of us starts at Birth - or conception, Depending on which side of the room you’re sitting on - I know what you’re thinking though - Oh boy, it’s gonna be one of those stories, well,  It’s important for you to know how I arrived here, because it gives you the insight into my DNA.   I didn’t just “decided” to join the military 27 years ago. No, that decision was made for me by a Senior Chief and his bride in the heat of the moment when they decided that a second child might be a fair trade for 2 minutes of extra curricular activity right after a long Navy deployment of sea duty.  The hearts of two incredibly loving patriots combined to form a third, or technically in my case, the fourth.  My Dad Deployed a lot. I was born on a Navy Base in Charleston, S.C., rightfully so, they tore it down shortly after I was born, but anyway, I was raised in the comfort of the Military Lifestyle and with the Core Values of: Integrity, Service, and Excellence.  Regardless of the verbiage actually adopted by each branch of service, these words ring true for anyone who has ever worn the uniform in defense of this nation.  My Parents honored that commitment and through all the deployments and personal sacrifice their 23 year career presented, they did well. So, to my Mom and Dad - Thank You, this is what your sacrifice, hard work, and love has produced.  I owe much of this to the foundation you’ve provided and I’m truly grateful that you are here to celebrate our mutual success! - I love you! To My Older Brother, USAF, CMSgt (Retired) Steve Daggett, I followed your lead to navigate the lives we were destined for.  I’m glad you were the first to disappoint Dad by Joining the World’s Greatest Air Force - I didn’t want to be the one to break his heart but, there was just no way I could join the Navy - So thank you for leading boldly into the Wild Blue Yonder and climbing high into the sun.   You provided the framework, roadmap and some bread crumbs along the way.  I’m pretty sure I out ranked you most of our careers, well, that is until until you demonstrated superior intellect and were aptly promoted to highest enlisted rank, representing the Top1% of our Military.   I am so proud of you, I’ve always been proud of you!  I’ve looked up to you every step of the way.  Your mentorship helped me get here, so yes, you own a piece of this stage with me as well.  Congrats to you on your loving family, your amazing career, your retirement and thank you for riding with mom and dad in the car for 15 hours just to be here. It makes total sense that you’ve decided to just fly home alone though. I get it, I’m sorry. My younger brother Chris who is Serving his community at home as a Sergeant for the Kittery, Maine Police Department. I’m proud of you too.  Though, had you scored a little higher on the ASVAB (That’s the Military Entrance Exam), you might have qualified for the Army, but none the less, I understand that your calling to service was to Protect those who can not protect themselves and create a safe environment for the members of your community.     You and your family should be proud for all that you’ve accomplished together and building on the foundation our parents provided and continuing to put your life on the line by serving in your own way.  When I first met you, you were immediately my younger brother, but it didn’t take long for you to be my friend. To My In-Laws, USAF, TSgt (Retired) Tom Roberge and his wife Doris - On the few occasions I actually thought about my retirement ceremony, I had always envisioned that You and Tom would both be here to celebrate with us.  I never saw it any other way.   So, it's difficult now to put into words how I’m feeling, because it wasn’t supposed to be this way and these unfamiliar feelings are all so new, and still very painful.  I know we agree however, that he’s here watching this whole thing and likely standing at attention with a sharp salute.  At Ease Tom! Doris - Your strength, is admirable, and your service to our nation as a Military Spouse and as a caregiver during his battle with Cancer are qualities you’ve passed on to your daughter.  She’s the best of both of you. You two have done incredible work as parents.  I’m incredibly fortunate to have all of you in my life.  You trusted me with a piece of your daughter’s heart and in addition you've given me a piece of yours as well.  I promised the both of you, I would love her forever, that I would honor and cherish her, until death do us part, and following your lead -  I renew that commitment daily.  The rest of the family, be it by blood or by marriage, being able to count on you as family means a great deal to me.   Thank you for being here! The next two people are my heart and soul and I couldn’t possible limit myself to words on paper.  So at this point, I’m just going to speak from the heart. My High School Sweetheart Janine  - I love you! My Daughter Megan - I love you!   Next: To Those I call my Military Family - My brothers and Sisters in Arms: If you are currently wearing, or have ever worn, the camouflage threads that protect you as you defend our nation - you are my hero. Whether it be a single day, or 30+ years, the mental commitment is the same.  What you signed up to do, is noble and there isn’t a citizen, whether born here, or naturalized who doesn’t appreciate the promise and sacrifice you’ve made to make this country the greatest. You too have voluntarily raised your hand in defense of this nation, against all enemies both foreign and domestic, you’ve guaranteed your oath by offering your life as collateral so that you could preserve the freedom this nation was founded upon. The Flag behind me, and the ones presented today stand proud as a symbol of our Nation and fly freely because of your actions.   Don’t for a single second forget that there are evil people out there willing to trade their lives to ruin ours.  We are trained, we are ready, and dammit, on our watch, this is simply not going to happen!   Few of us understand what that truly means and I’m telling you now - I get it and I thank you for your service.  It was an honor to serve with you.  As I take off this uniform for the last time, I put my Fatih and trust in your ability to tuck this nation in safely, every single night.   The rest of you - I consider My Wingman Family. This is where my life has taken the greatest turns and yielded the greatest impact.  You bring to my life diversity.  Up until the point where you entered my life, I’d only ever known what my family held onto as truths and what my military family was permitted to share as unclassified discussions during the work day.   Your collective wisdom has been bestowed upon me and I want you to know I’ve taken something from all of you.   If you spent your whole life with only those who raised you, and those who look like you, talk like you, and think like you, then there’s a good chance you’re going to miss the amazing souls who fill this room.  It’s our combined experience that contributes to our great country well beyond the calling to take up arms and wear a military uniform.  You make this country great, and most definitely worth defending.   You challenged me to think differently, see differently, act differently all while loving equally and unconditionally.  You’ve gotten me through some incredibly difficult times and I can truly say the strength in numbers, through diversity of thought, belief, race, gender and ethnicity have given me tools to tackle any scenario masterfully.  I’m very well equipped for the future, any future.  We call our land the melting pot and it’s true because your heart has melted mine and I consider us one.  I truly wish to thank each and every one of you in person over the next few hours.  Some of you came from down the hall, some are watching online while others had the opportunity to travel in just to be here. I sincerely appreciate every bit of it.      What’s next for me:   Folds of Honor:   This chapter began to take shape back in 2007.  I was flying all around the country working for National Guard Bureau.  December 4th, I flew 8 flights in one day - I was trying to reach executive platinum status with American Airlines. I left San Antonio early in the morning and flew SAT-DFW-OKC-DFW-TUL-DFW-AUS-DFW-SAT - it was the Tulsa - Dallas flight that altered the course of my life forever.   My eyes were exposed to the other side of war.  I learned about taking care of others through the Folds of Honor Mission and quickly volunteered my free time to Honor The Sacrifice and Educate the Legacy of our nation’s most deserving heroes.  Lifting up others easily rewarded me internally, more so than I had ever experienced.  Fast Forward to 2009 - Militarily, I applied for and was selected to be the State Recruiting and Retention Superintendent here in Indiana. With that responsibility, I learned that one of the areas I was going to be responsible for was recruiting TACP Airmen.   These are some of the most elite battle field airmen we have in the Air Force.  I quickly learned of SSgt Jacob Frazier.  Jake was a Guardsman from Illinois and was the first TACP our nation has ever lost in combat.  Jake gave his life on 29 March 2003 during Operation Enduring Freedom.  There are literally thousands more like Jake who have given their life for our freedom, thus never having the chance to stand on this stage like I am today.   Newly exposed to the voids left behind, I wanted to personally honor the sacrifice Jake made on our behalf.  For the past 9 years every single day, I’ve worn this bracelet bearing his name - with honor.  Often, I leaned on Jake as a constant reminder as I looked into the eyes of the parents of my new recruits.  I need to confidently re-assure them that although this job is very dangerous, no matter what  - this brotherhood for which they were about to enter, would never leave them behind on the field of battle.    There have been many times I’ve confided in Jake, asked for guidance and even taken him for a run, on the days I didn’t want to, but knew he’d enjoy the fresh air.  Together we have arrived here today, at our retirement.  Rest in Peace Jake, this is just as much your day as it is mine. I’m taking this bracelet off now so that you too can enjoy the benefits of a job well done. I love People and taking care of our military families is my passion. It’s a mission I continue today and I’m proud to report that this year alone, The Folds of Honor will award $25 million dollars in scholarships to families across the nation.  As the Indiana Chapter President, last year we’ve awarded 44 Indiana families scholarships totaling a $218k, and our goal this year, is to raise $500k for disbursement locally in 2020.    Operation FatDag   In addition to The Folds of Honor, I learned of another way to give back.   The DoD admits that 7.8% of our Active Force is overweight.  However in the Guard and Reserve components it’s dangerously higher.  According to the Obesity Journal, it’s estimated that obesity in the military service is rapidly approaching the civilian estimates indicating roughly 1/3 of our nation battles obesity.   It’s the #1 Retention Issue facing our military, and on the other end of the equation, 31% of the youth today are disqualified for military service. It’s a story I know all too well. For 20 of my 27 years, I was significantly overweight.  I became broken. Mentally I had checked out, my honorable service to this country was on the line and failed fitness test, after failed fitness test, meant, rightfully so, my discharge was imminent.   My departure would not have been the joyous occasion that it is today.  I was scared and needed help.  I sent an email to about a dozen of my closest friends. I poured my heart out - I begged and pleaded for help, I needed to get my weight under control, my career, my livelihood depended upon it.   The one response I received that had the most impact came from my Wingman.  He simply asked what the issue was and basically hung up the phone before providing a solution.  The next day I woke to an email from him that read - Good Morning Mike, 68 Days til your next fitness test - go make it a good day. - The next day, Good Morning Mike day 67, go get it..  Good Morning Mike, 66, 65, 64 every single day for 68 days he reminded me that I needed to prioritize my own needs first, before I attempted anything else for the day.   It’s a lesson that has stuck with me today.  Many of you have heard this story before, but what you may not have realized is that my Truest Wingman is Standing Right here with me on this Stage.  Major Kipp - thank you for walking with me, For carrying me through a dark period of my life, for never leaving me behind and for teaching me that when you summons the courage to ask for help, there will be someone to answer the call. Many weekends, I’ve traveled the nation speaking out about the National Security Crisis brewing within our ranks.  It became quickly apparent that there is a greater need for my time, energy and talent in order to defend those, who defend us.   I learned that I needed to hand the flag off to my brothers and sisters and take on this new challenge.  I founded and was granted tax exemption from the IRS for my own Non-Profit Charity aimed to care for actively service members who’s careers mirror mine.  I want to be the one that answers the call, just like my wingman did for me.   While my next chapter in life starts to take shape, there are a lot of details I am not permitted to share at the moment, but what I can tell you is I’m armed with Passion. I have a team of wingmen and I’m not going to rest until that mission is complete as well. I’m working a special project as an unpaid Intern for WW in NYC.  WW is determined to bring a wellness solution to every body and without giving anything away, there isn’t a single person on this planet who is more poised to make a difference right now in our history than me.   While there are over 2 million military members actively serving, My collective life experience to date, makes me uniquely qualified to take this giant leap into the future.  Staring fear directly in the face, I’m going for it.   My position here has been advertised and there are many talented people to take my place - I’ve recognized if I don’t step forward, there isn’t anyone ready to carry forth this new mission. So here we are, at the beginning, and It’s time to close out my military service, so that I can leverage that experience and continue to fight for our freedom.    I wish you all well - and thank you again for believing in me!

General Joseph Lengyel visits the Museum & Library to talk about his service and the role of the National Guard. General Joseph L. Lengyel serves as the 28th Chief of the National Guard Bureau and as a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

General Joseph Lengyel visits the Museum & Library to talk about his service and the role of the National Guard. General Joseph L. Lengyel serves as the 28th Chief of the National Guard Bureau and as a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

How do I stay true to two masters--the Army & Air Force, and also the employers? Our series on Senior Leader Perspectives continue with an interview with the 28th Chief of the National Guard Bureau, Air Force General Joseph Lengyel. In the past two decades, the roles and commitments of the National Guard have grown tremendously, with ten percent of the force engaged worldwide whether for contingencies overseas or in response to state level missions, such as disaster response. But many men and women of the National Guard also work for an employer at home, and the demands of military service can put stress on relationships with employers. How does the Bureau Chief deal with these relationships at the national and state levels so to sustain and enhance the readiness of the National Guard?   Joseph Lengyel is a General in the U.S. Air Force and the 28th Chief of the National Guard Bureau. Jacqueline E. Whitt is the WAR ROOM Podcast Editor. The views expressed in this presentation are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect those of the U.S. Army War College, U.S. Army, or Department of Defense. Photo: Soldiers with the South Carolina National Guard conduct traffic as they build a barrier to prevent flooding off of Highway 501 in Conway, S.C. Photo Credit: U.S. Army National Guard/Staff Sgt. Jorge Intriago

For Show Notes and Coach McKeefery's Website - http://www.RonMcKeefery.com Now Available on iTunes http://bit.ly/1bPlMei Pick up your copy of Coach McKeefery's #1 Amazon International Bestseller "CEO Strength Coach" - http://www.CEOStrengthCoach.com Please “Thank” our sponsors who bring this show to you for free:PLAE - http://plae.us/Samson - https://www.samsonequipment.comIron Grip - http://www.irongrip.com/Intek - https://intekstrength.com/Train Heroic - http://trainheroic.com/Gym Aware - https://kinetic.com.au/gymaware.htmlWoodway - http://www.woodway.com/Versa Pulley - http://versaclimber.com/vp-versapulley/ Mike Potenza M.Ed., C.S.C.S, TSAC-F Director for Strength and Conditioning for the San Jose Sharks Hockey team Managing Partner and Director of Performance for Tactical Fitness and Performance Potenza is a Managing Partner and Director of Human Performance for Tactical Fitness and Performance since inception (2009). TFP is an innovative small business with a specialized focus on Human Performance for the Tactical Operator. TFP created and managed the Human Performance Programs for two United States Air Force Pararescue teams within the National Guard Bureau. The 131st RQS (California) and 212th RQS (Alaska) began their programs in 2009 and 2012 respectfully. Potenza held the following roles and responsibilities as the Director of Performance with both the California team and Alaska team: 1. Design and implement the daily physical sustainment training program for over 100 Battlefield Airmen. 2. Provide direction to the full time Strength and Conditioning Coach on daily sustainment training implementation and Operator Specific programming. 3. Provide direction to the Physical Therapist resource who manages the therapy of all injured team members and who implements the reconditioning program efforts for all injured personnel. 4. Hire and direct the Orthopedic Manual Therapist as a team resource who treats soft tissue injuries, and performs Musculo-skeletal maintenance on the injured and healthy Operator population. The Human Performance Program uses this role to enhance injury recovery timelines, correct Musculo-Skeletal dysfunctions and perform daily structural maintenance to enhance the physical durability of team members. 5. Create a Physical Performance testing profile to measure Operator fitness. 6. Establish reporting metrics on injury trends, resource usage and team readiness. Graduate of Springfield College in 2000 with a bachelor of science degree in applied exercise science. After receiving his bachelor’s degree, Potenza earned a master’s degree in Physical Education with a concentration in Human Movement Science from Boston University. While there he held a graduate assistant position within the Strength and Conditioning department working with all 21 Varsity intercollegiate sports. Other NCAA Strength and Conditioning Coaching experiences include; University of Wisconsin, Harvard University and Colgate University. During his time as a Master’s student Potenza had the opportunity to work as a Strength and Conditioning Coach for a private training facility that instructed professional, amateur and collegiate athletes in the Boston area. The facility specialized in strength training, metabolic conditioning, speed development, plyometric, flexibility and rehabilitation programming. Potenza is currently in his 12th year as the Director of Strength and Conditioning for the San Jose Sharks hockey team. He is responsible for the team’s comprehensive health and performance enhancement program, including the physical testing and evaluations during training camp and rookie development camp. He works closely with the Athletic Training staff on the rehab and reconditioning programming of all injured players. Potenza oversees the Strength and Conditioning staff for the Sharks minor league affiliate (San Jose Barracuda, San Jose CA). He is also responsible for the physical fitness evaluations and design of the physical performance enhancement program for the 20 plus prospects within the San Jose Sharks organization. Potenza has implemented a specific strategy to track player readiness through workload monitoring, blood analysis and a daily health assessment. The information is used to create individualized workout routines, player supplementation strategies and on-ice training intensity/frequency.   In This Episode We Discuss: What experience in his journey impacted him the most, and Why.Biggest mistake he has made and how he learned from it.Mindset of Professional hockey players. What he wish he knew coaching that he knows now after spending a decade in the pros.  Post season hockey training considerations.  Best piece of coaching advice he has ever received.His favorite quote, Book/App/Website recommendation.

For Show Notes and Coach McKeefery's Website - http://www.RonMcKeefery.com Now Available on iTunes http://bit.ly/1bPlMei Pick up your copy of Coach McKeefery's #1 Amazon International Bestseller "CEO Strength Coach" - http://www.CEOStrengthCoach.com Please “Thank” our sponsors who bring this show to you for free:PLAE - http://plae.us/Samson - https://www.samsonequipment.comIron Grip - http://www.irongrip.com/Intek - https://intekstrength.com/Train Heroic - http://trainheroic.com/Gym Aware - https://kinetic.com.au/gymaware.htmlWoodway - http://www.woodway.com/Versa Pulley - http://versaclimber.com/vp-versapulley/ Mike Potenza M.Ed., C.S.C.S, TSAC-F Director for Strength and Conditioning for the San Jose Sharks Hockey team Managing Partner and Director of Performance for Tactical Fitness and Performance Potenza is a Managing Partner and Director of Human Performance for Tactical Fitness and Performance since inception (2009). TFP is an innovative small business with a specialized focus on Human Performance for the Tactical Operator. TFP created and managed the Human Performance Programs for two United States Air Force Pararescue teams within the National Guard Bureau. The 131st RQS (California) and 212th RQS (Alaska) began their programs in 2009 and 2012 respectfully. Potenza held the following roles and responsibilities as the Director of Performance with both the California team and Alaska team: 1. Design and implement the daily physical sustainment training program for over 100 Battlefield Airmen. 2. Provide direction to the full time Strength and Conditioning Coach on daily sustainment training implementation and Operator Specific programming. 3. Provide direction to the Physical Therapist resource who manages the therapy of all injured team members and who implements the reconditioning program efforts for all injured personnel. 4. Hire and direct the Orthopedic Manual Therapist as a team resource who treats soft tissue injuries, and performs Musculo-skeletal maintenance on the injured and healthy Operator population. The Human Performance Program uses this role to enhance injury recovery timelines, correct Musculo-Skeletal dysfunctions and perform daily structural maintenance to enhance the physical durability of team members. 5. Create a Physical Performance testing profile to measure Operator fitness. 6. Establish reporting metrics on injury trends, resource usage and team readiness. Graduate of Springfield College in 2000 with a bachelor of science degree in applied exercise science. After receiving his bachelor’s degree, Potenza earned a master’s degree in Physical Education with a concentration in Human Movement Science from Boston University. While there he held a graduate assistant position within the Strength and Conditioning department working with all 21 Varsity intercollegiate sports. Other NCAA Strength and Conditioning Coaching experiences include; University of Wisconsin, Harvard University and Colgate University. During his time as a Master’s student Potenza had the opportunity to work as a Strength and Conditioning Coach for a private training facility that instructed professional, amateur and collegiate athletes in the Boston area. The facility specialized in strength training, metabolic conditioning, speed development, plyometric, flexibility and rehabilitation programming. Potenza is currently in his 12th year as the Director of Strength and Conditioning for the San Jose Sharks hockey team. He is responsible for the team’s comprehensive health and performance enhancement program, including the physical testing and evaluations during training camp and rookie development camp. He works closely with the Athletic Training staff on the rehab and reconditioning programming of all injured players. Potenza oversees the Strength and Conditioning staff for the Sharks minor league affiliate (San Jose Barracuda, San Jose CA). He is also responsible for the physical fitness evaluations and design of the physical performance enhancement program for the 20 plus prospects within the San Jose Sharks organization. Potenza has implemented a specific strategy to track player readiness through workload monitoring, blood analysis and a daily health assessment. The information is used to create individualized workout routines, player supplementation strategies and on-ice training intensity/frequency.   In This Episode We Discuss: What experience in his journey impacted him the most, and Why.Biggest mistake he has made and how he learned from it.Mindset of Professional hockey players. What he wish he knew coaching that he knows now after spending a decade in the pros.  Post season hockey training considerations.  Best piece of coaching advice he has ever received.His favorite quote, Book/App/Website recommendation.

Colonel Richard Neely, the Chief of Current Operations Division of the National Guard Bureau explains the Guard's unique role in support of civil authorities during major disasters.

   Lt. General Mickey Walker of Jackson was awarded a Silver Star during WWII and later served in the Far East Command during the Korean War. He recalls rising through the ranks to become chief of the National Guard Bureau during the Reagan administration.    After retiring, Walker became president of the Camp Shelby Military Museum. He explains how the museum got its start.    Mickey Walker passed away in 2007, at the age of 83.  

General Emmet H. "Mickey" Walker of Jackson served as a platoon leader with the 95th Infantry Division during the battle for the French city of Metz as well as several other major battles in the European Theater during WWII. He received Bronze and Silver Stars and went on to serve with distinction as Chief of the National Guard Bureau under President Reagan. He recalls the Battle for Metz and a young man from McComb who played the piano. Happy Fourth of July from your friends at MPB and the Center for Oral History & Cultural Heritage!

The Joint Chiefs of Staff have a new member: the Chief of the National Guard Bureau. Air Force General Craig Mckinley became a member of the Joint Chiefs when President Barack Obama signed the 2012 National Defense Authorization Act December thirty-first. The act included other provisions specific to the National Guard including changing the Vice Chief of the National Guard Bureau to a three-star position and rescinding the position of Director of the Bureau's Joint Staff. The act provides $670 billion in spending for Defense Department programs as well as nuclear weapons programs handled by the Department of Energy. Following threats by the Iranian government, the Department of Defense has reaffirmed its position, having naval vessels operating in the Strait of Hormuz, near Iran. January is National Blood Donor Month, and the Armed Services Blood Program (ASBP) needs your help. On Thursday, the Defense Department released a strategy plan that will allow for more than $450 billion in budget cuts over the next ten years while maintaining America's military superiority.

General Joseph Lengyel visits the Museum & Library to talk about his service and the role of the National Guard. General Joseph L. Lengyel serves as the 28th Chief of the National Guard Bureau and as a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.