Podcasts about Redstone Arsenal

Tonight's Guest WeatherBrain is an award winning journalist and author who runs the New England Historical Society.  She's been sharing of New England's past since 2013.  With a background in reporting, she brings history to life through the lenses of food, travel, scandal, immigration, and weather.  She joins us to discuss their new book, “New England Weather: Historic Storms, Twisters, Floods, Droughts, Nor'easters, Hurricanes and Heat Waves.” The Landrigans explore how New England's wild weather has influenced history and shaped communities—from killer hurricanes to brutal snowstorms to legendary heat waves.  Leslie Landrigan, welcome to WeatherBrains! Our email officer Jen is continuing to handle the incoming messages from our listeners. Reach us here: email@weatherbrains.com. Fetching aerial shots when needed after a severe weather episode (03:29)  1997 Jarrell, Texas tornado 28th anniversary (06:30) 1973 Centreville, AL tornado anniversary (9:40) Looking back at exceptional and extended New England 1965 drought (17:20) Great Colonial Hurricane of 1635 (29:13) Importance of almanacs during Colonial era (39:09) Blizzard of 1978 (50:40) Maine Purple Fire Snowstorm of 1853 (01:03:32) 1953 Worcester MA tornado (01:09:00) 2011 Springfield MA EF3 tornado (01:15:40) Favorite weather folklores (01:26:00) Alabama tornado damage near Redstone Arsenal (01:33:30) Bruce Jones/Midland Weather Radio  (01:42:00) The Astronomy Outlook with Tony Rice (01:34:15) This Week in Tornado History With Jen (01:36:50) E-Mail Segment (01:39:10)   and more! Web Sites from Episode 1010: "New England Weather: Historic storms, twisters, floods, droughts, nor'easters, hurricanes and heat waves" by Dan and Leslie Landigran Midland Weather Radio Picks of the Week: Bruce Jones - 2015 Keyhole Canyon Utah Flash Flood Tragedy James Aydelott - James Aydelott on Facebook: "Lightning strikes! In the sun, away from the rain" Jen Narramore - Tornado Talk: Springfield, MA EF3 tornado - June 1st, 2011 Rick Smith - Documenting and explaining a heat burst Troy Kimmel - Foghorn Kim Klockow-McClain - Climatic Change and Witch-hunting: the Impact of the Little Ice Age on Mentalities John Gordon - NWS Probabilistic Precipitation Portal Bill Murray - Foghorn James Spann - Real Time Tropical Cyclones The WeatherBrains crew includes your host, James Spann, plus other notable geeks like Troy Kimmel, Bill Murray, Rick Smith, James Aydelott, Jen Narramore, John Gordon, and Dr. Kim Klockow-McClain. They bring together a wealth of weather knowledge and experience for another fascinating podcast about weather.

AlabamaAG Marshall files legal support of law in Ohio similar to AL's VCAP lawState Sen. Orr defends Governor Ivey on rumors of cognitive declineFBI director Kash Patel calls facility at Redstone Arsenal a "crown jewel'An audit of the AL Music Hall of Fame results in director placed on leaveAssociate justice to state Supreme Court, Jay Mitchell, resignsPrimary election dates for 2026 are set for May 19 for both political partiesFirst Uterus transplant patient in AL has given birth to 2nd babyNationalSCOTUS clears way for Trump Admin to deport Venezuelan immigrantsPresident Trump says the recent cancer diagnosis for Joe Biden is very fishyNYC oncologist Dr. David Samadi also questions news of Biden's cancerPresident Trump signs the "Take it Down" bill into law re: AI porn/deepfakesUS attorney charges Democrat Congresswoman for assault at NJ ICE facilityCBS News President Wendy McMahon has suddenly resigned from position

Today we'll talk about firearms arrests at Redstone Arsenal, time running out for CHOOSE Act applications, a court ruling on out-of-state abortions and student injuries during Sunday's storms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Huntsville's loss is Chattanooga's gain!In this episode of the Mountain Echo, we're thrilled to welcome Dr. Schlecht, a dedicated advocate for intellectual property and the owner of Midtown Intellectual Property, PC. Founded in 2018 and headquartered right here on Lookout Mountain, Midtown IP offers legal services to businesses and startups in Chattanooga and the surrounding area. Serving diverse industries, including pharmaceuticals, life sciences, mechanical engineering, and AI, Midtown IP delivers a range of services, such as patent drafting and prosecution, trademark registration, and IP strategy consulting. With a focus on innovation, the firm supports clients in transforming ideas from the benchtop to the marketplace. Join us as Dr. Schlecht shares his journey to make his home here in our mountain community.Join us as we hear how a little boy living outside of Huntsville and who grew up visiting the Space and Rocket Center and attending summer camp at Covenant College went on to become one of the smartest kids in town and then on to earn a doctorate in Chemistry before moving into the area of law where he now practices - business law, patents and trademarks. And as a bonus, his wife is a Covenant College grad! Dr Schlecht (which ironically is German for 'bad', yet, he is so good!) has moved with his family, and during COVID of all times, to find a lovely home and wonderful life here on Lookout. This episode is fun to listen to as he weaves seamlessly through different topics and as he shares about some of the nuances of services that he now offers clients here on Lookout. He has opened Midtown Intellectual Property (MidtownIP.com) in town and he is open to receiving new clients both individual and companies. Listen in and hear the other various services that Midtown IP offers such as legal counsel, contracts, NDA, patents, trademarks, logos and other business legal needs.As always there are other topics covered and mentioned and some of those in this episode are: Huntsville, Hazel Green, the German language, Rocket City, Space Camp, Chrysler, Redstone Arsenal, Branch Technology, Summit Summer Camp, Covenant College, St. Louis, Goodmans Coffee, Washington University, 'farming grass', Midtown Intellectual Property, quid pro quo, Pylon AI, NDA, etc... Thank YOU for listening!!www.MidtownIP.comEmail Dr. Schlecht at    admin@midtownip.comSpread the word! Find us at ...theMountainEcho.orgPlease "Like" and 'subscribe' for notification of new episodes on your media player's podcast menu. Also, on regular, full length, non-bonus episodes, many thanks for closing music featuring the Dismembered Tennesseans and vocals by the amazing Laura Walker singing Tennessee Waltz. Opening fiddle music played by the late Mr. Fletcher Bright.

AlabamaAG Marshall talks about states efforts to look into Dr. Fauci & Covid responseFBI director to transfer 500 agents to Redstone Arsenal in HuntsvilleCongressman Rogers joins effort to pull US out of the United NationsPolice chief in Decatur, Todd Pinion, announces plans to step downUS Customs and Border Agency finds counterfeit postage in BirminghamAPI President, Stephanie Smith, talks about newly created "ALDOGE"NationalTrump names Dan Bongino as Deputy director of the FBITrump cuts 2K workers from USAID, remainder placed on Admin. leaveTrump considers merging US Postal service with US Commerce Dept.Trump fires CQ Brown Jr. from being chairman of Joint Chiefs of StaffDOGE sends out emails to federal workers to list past week's workload1 of 6 Attorneys for Sean Combs files to leave the case due to unnamed issueVP JD Vance talks Faith and Christianity at CPAC annual conference in DC

AlabamaSen. Tuberville asks Pete Hegseth about raising numbers & morale in militarySen. Britt sponsors amendment that places term limits on CongressState lawmakers approve the overhaul of the Alabama Board of PharmacyThe ACLU files lawsuit against the state for its ban on DEI policiesCity of Mobile approves the purchase of street bollards ahead of Mardi GrasBlount county DA Pamela Casey to run in 2026 for Attorney GeneralAL delegates offer resolution on Redstone Arsenal & Space CommandNationalUS House passes bill that protects women's sports from transgender athletesDonald Trump wants to create the "External Revenue Service" for foreign $Capitol One is being sued over its savings accounts promotion and ratesLA Fire Dept had over a hundred firetrucks incapacitated due to budget cutsPete Hegseth was first Trump nominee to enter the battle for confirmation

Major General William S. Chen is the first Chinese American to achieve the rank of Major General in the U.S. Army. As a Brigadier General, Major General Chen played a crucial role in developing and acquiring state-of-the-art military technology. While serving as the U.S. Army Missile Command Commanding General at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama, from 1989 to 1992, Major General Chen's leadership was crucial in ensuring the readiness and effectiveness of missile systems deployed in the largest deployment and combat use of missiles in Army history during Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm.Bill also played an essential role in adopting missile interceptor technology for national and theater missile defense programs. He developed the Patriot Missile System and dedicated himself to missile defense, which earned him widespread recognition.After retiring from the Army in September 1993, Major General Chen continued to serve the nation by working in the defense industry. He held leadership roles at United Defense and FNSS Defense Systems in Turkey, demonstrating his dedication to enhancing international security.Bill has written a book on leadership: Blend-in, Stand-out. Bill is also the editor in chief of the book, Unsung Heroes: Recognizing and Honoring Chinese American World War II Veterans - Congressional Gold Medal Recipients.  Bill's father, Moon Chen joined the Flying Tigers during WWII as an American to support China. The Flying Tigers composed of pilots from the United States Army Air Corps, Navy, and Marine Corps, recruited under President Franklin Roosevelt's authority. Their mission was to bomb Japan and defend the Republic of China. Because the US wasn't in the war, they had to volunteer and attack the Japanese under a foreign banner.

Today we have how Miss Alabama did at Miss America, the "enhanced security measures" at Redstone Arsenal and other military bases, a longtime Auburn restaurant that's closed and Bo Nix's wild record TD pass. Also, weather reporter Leigh Morgan joins us to talk about snow possibilities this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Cybersecurity Defenders podcast, we recount some hacker history and tell the story of Shawn Carpenter; a rogue cybersecurity defender who singlehandedly identified a Chinese APT. It is a phenomenal story that exemplifies the grit and moral fortitude that the best defenders among us have. Titan Rain was a series of coordinated attacks on computer systems in the United States since 2003; they were known to have been ongoing for at least three years. The attacks originated in Guangdong, China. The activity is believed to be associated with a state-sponsored advanced persistent threat. It was given the designation Titan Rain by the federal government of the United States.Titan Rain hackers gained access to many United States defense contractor computer networks, which were targeted for their sensitive information, including those at Lockheed Martin, Sandia National Laboratories, Redstone Arsenal, and NASA. This episode was written by Nathaniel Nelson, narrated by Christopher Luft and produced by the team at LimaCharlie.

We chat with Brandon Gaudin, a Fox sports announcer, the Braves TV play-by-play broadcaster, and the voice of the Madden NFL game. Also, we have an update the construction of a new State House, a firing at Redstone Arsenal and a smaller Alabama Power bill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the toughest challenges in military human performance is how to implement programs that work for reserve service members. With only a couple days a month of direct interaction, how do you improve their health and fitness behaviors the rest of the month? Who better to workshop solutions to this issue with than the Chief of the Army Reserve? Lieutenant General Robert Harter was an H2F skeptic at first (we discuss why), but now he's a believer and trying to mobilize the right leaders and resources to improve human performance for his part time soldiers. LTG Harter was confirmed by the U.S. Senate on August 1, 2024, and assumed the dual role of Chief of Army Reserve and Commanding General, U.S. Army Reserve Command. As the Chief of Army Reserve, LTG Harter is the principal advisor on Army Reserve matters to the Secretary of the Army and the Chief of Staff of the Army. As Commanding General of U.S. Army Reserve Command, he leads a community-based force of more than 174,000 Citizen Soldiers and 11,000 Civilians – with a footprint that encompasses all 50 states, five U.S. territories, and more than 23 countries across the globe. His previous General Officer assignments include Commanding General of the 81st Readiness Division, Deputy Chief of Army Reserve, Chief of Staff for Army Material Command, and Commanding General, 316th Expeditionary Sustainment Command (deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom). After graduating from Virginia Tech in 1988 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication, LTG Harter received his Active Duty commission as a Field Artillery Officer. He also holds a Master of Science degree in National Security Strategy from the National War College. As his initial Active Duty assignment, LTG Harter served as a platoon leader in the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment, Bad Hersfeld, Germany (deployed to Desert Storm). After branch transferring to the Ordnance Corps, he completed Active Duty assignments with the 101st Corps Support Group, Fort Campbell, Kentucky, and the U.S. Army Munition Center and School, Redstone Arsenal, Alabama. LTG Harter then transferred from Active Duty to the Active Guard and Reserve (AGR) program in 1999. His AGR assignments include Support Operations Officer, 55th Sustainment Brigade, Distribution Management Center Chief, 316th Expeditionary Sustainment Command (deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom), and Assistant Chief of Staff, Office of Chief of Army Reserve. LTG Harter and his wife Erin have been married for over 35 years and have three children. They currently live in Stafford, Virginia.

For review:1. US & UK strike Houthi targets in in Yemen.The Houthi-run Al Masirah television network reported three American and British raids that targeted the capital Sanaa's southern Al Sabeen district.2. US Strikes Iranian-backed Groups in Syria.US CENTCOM forces attacked nine targets in two locations in Syria in response to several attacks on US personnel in Syria over the last 24 hours.3. IDF Frontier Construction Along Alpha Line with Syria.While Israel has not acknowledged the construction, it sent a 71-page letter in June to the UN outlining what it described as “Syrian violations of the Alpha Line and armed presence in the area of separation (that) occur daily.” 4. Washington Post reported (on Sunday), that President-elect Trump held a phone call with Russian President Putin (on Thursday).A Kremlin spokesperson said the reports were "pure fiction", while Trump's team told the BBC that it would not comment on the president-elect's "private calls".5. NATO's Joint Capability Group for Maritime Unmanned Systems (JCGMUS) will deliver and test an anti-submarine warfare barrier project demonstrator, at the September 2025 experiment in Portugal. The project involves 12 other countries, including Italy, Canada, France, Germany, Spain, the U.S., Portugal, Denmark, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden and Australia.6. Sweden selects Embraer C-390 (Brazil) transport aircraft to replace 6 x C-130Hs. Sweden joins Austria, Czech Republic, Hungary, Netherlands and Portugal as European operators of the C-390 Millennium.7. US Army to Build Domestic TNT Plant in Graham, Kentucky.“For the first time in decades, America will produce TNT on its own soil, manufacturing the explosive material our military uses for everything from hand grenades to 155mm artillery,” outgoing Sen. Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (KY).8. US SPACECOM HQ Back to Redstone in 2025?Space watchers say the odds are high that President-elect Donald Trump will redirect US Space Command headquarters to Huntsville, Ala., once he is in office — reversing the July 2023 decision by President Joe Biden to keep the command based in Colorado Springs, CO.In January 2021, then President Trump decided on Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, AL as US SPACECOM's home just before he left the Oval Office.

In this episode of The Foreign Area Officer Podcast, Brigadier General Brad Nicholson from the U.S. Army Security Assistance Command, Redstone Arsenal, Alabama provides in-depth insights into the challenges and rewards of serving as a FAO, discusses the importance of mentorship, and offers guidance on navigating assignments, including dealing with the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) challenges. The conversation also explores the evolving role of FAOs in global security contexts and the exciting future ahead for the FAO community.

Rich Hoffman is co-founder of the Scientific Coalition for UAP Studies. He has over 54 years of experience investigating and researching the UFO subject. Mr. Hoffman has served as Director of Investigations, Star Team Manager and Director of Strategic Projects, as well as the State Director of MUFON and worked with numerous organizations. He has a BA in Organizational Communications from Wright State University. He is an Information Technology consultant and strategist. He has worked as a defense contractor for over 20 years, working primarily for the Army Materiel Command HQ with a variety of companies. Currently, Mr. Hoffman works as an Enterprise Architect at Redstone Arsenal and the Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama. For more information on Rich and his work visit https://explorescu.org Host/Interviewer: M. Troy Bye, Owner, Our Town Podcast Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://ourtownpodcast.net ⁠⁠⁠ Spotify Channel: ⁠⁠⁠https://spoti.fi/3QtpT8z⁠⁠ ⁠ Audio available on all platforms - just search for "Our Town Podcast" Follow us on social media: LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/41rlgT⁠t ⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/ourtownpodcast ⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠h⁠⁠ttps://www.instagram.com/ourtownpodcast/⁠⁠ Episode Timeline: 00:00 Start 01:48 Rich's Bio 06:45 The Science Project 11:53 Presentation Circuit 17:00 Police Escorts 23:40 Unreported Sightings 26:40 Infrared Capabilities 30:10 Comparing and Constrasting Investigations 39:27 Mysteries of Sightings 43:54 The FAA 47:15 Improving Terminology 50:36 Propaganda 56:05 The Dark Ages 01:02:25 Nation's Support 01:09:17 The Government's Sea Change 01:17:45 Conference Agenda Day 1 01:26:00 Interstellar Speeds 01:30:00 Intelligent Life 01:36:00 Role of Mathematics 01:39:33 Conference Agenda Wrap-up 01:44:10 Elon's Interest 01:49:50 UFO Distractions 01:56:00 Government Conspiracies 02:00:00 Conclusion --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m-troy-bye/support

Retired Lieutenant General L. Neil Thurgood is the special advisor to the UAH president for military affairs and technology. Prior to his appointment at UAH, he served as the director for hypersonics, directed energy, space, and rapid acquisition in the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army (acquisition, logistics, and technology) at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama. In this role, LTG Thurgood was responsible for the fielding of select capabilities to deter and counter rapidly modernizing adversaries. He oversaw the development of an Army long range hypersonic weapon and led the Army Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office in researching, developing, prototyping, testing, evaluating, procuring, and fielding critical technologies and capabilities consistent with the Army's modernization priorities. Before this appointment, LTG Thurgood served as the director for test at the Missile Defense Agency at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama. His most recent deployment spanned from 2017 to 2018 when he served as deputy commander for the Combined Security Transition Command in Afghanistan during Operation Resolute Support/Operation Freedom's Sentinel. Before his deployment, he assumed the role of the deputy for acquisition and systems management at the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army (acquisition, logistics, and technology) in Washington, D.C. LTG Thurgood's military career began in 1983 when he enlisted in the U.S. Army. He was commissioned as an aviation branch officer in 1986. He served in various company-grade and battalion aviation positions in the U.S. and overseas, including multiple combat deployments. His service extended to the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (airborne) as a platoon leader, operations officer, and company commander. After transitioning into the Army Acquisition Corps in 1995, he served in various program offices for conventional and special programs. As a project manager, LTG Thurgood served in the Utility Helicopters Office. Later, as a program executive officer, LTG Thurgood led the PEO for Missiles and Space at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama. His contributions included operations in support of Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan and Operation Iraqi Freedom in Iraq. LTG Thurgood holds a bachelor's in business from the University of Utah, a master's in systems acquisition management from the Naval Postgraduate School, a master's in strategic studies from the Air University Air War College, and a doctorate in strategic planning and organizational leadership from the University of Sarasota. Additionally, he possesses several professional certifications. For more information on Neil Thurgood and the UAH Program visit: https://www.uah.edu/opce/program-topics/leading-complex-and-highly-technical-teams Host/Interviewer: M. Troy Bye, Owner, Our Town Podcast Website: www.ourtownpodcast.net Spotify Channel: https://spoti.fi/3QtpT8z Audio available on all platforms - just search for "Our Town Podcast" Follow us on social media: LinkedIn: http://bit.ly/41rlgTt Facebook: https://bit.ly/ourtownpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ourtownpodcast/ Episode Start: 00:00 Start 00:10 Intro 03:00 Military Background 07:00 Role at UAH 10:30 Military Family 14:00 Aviation 18:45 Overview of UAH Program 24:30 Leadership Styles 28:50 Government Careers 33:30 Situational Leadership 41:45 UAH Course 50:00 UAH Team Delivering Course 59:00 Sports Analogy 01:09:02 Adapting to Customers 01:12:45 Forecast Planning 01:16:00 Utility Helicopters 01:25:47 Top Gun Maverick 01:27:30 Closing --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m-troy-bye/support

℠2014 - Army Materiel Command lauded for contributions to military.

In today's episode of the IC-DISC show, I have a captivating discussion with Carolyn Turner from the Alabama International Trade Center. We uncover fascinating details about Alabama's economic progress and the pivotal role of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in boosting job growth and new businesses. Carolyn shares inspiring success stories of SBDC clients who utilized free services to export goods successfully. I also learned more about the SBDC's impactful support for small businesses through cost-free assistance. We wrap it up by exploring how SBDC teams in Texas and Colorado foster business growth.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS Carolyn Turner, the Assistant Director of Research and Training at the Alabama International Trade Center for Imports and Exports, joins us to discuss Alabama's economic progress and the impact of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC). We discuss the remarkable growth in job creation, economic investment, and new business formations in Alabama, which can be directly linked to the efforts of the SBDC. Carolyn shares inspiring success stories of businesses that have used the SBDC's free services to successfully export goods. We delve into the valuable, cost-free services provided by the SBDC and its transformative role in Alabama's business landscape. We explore the flourishing industries in Huntsville, Alabama, including aerospace, aviation, missile defense, and genomics. Carolyn and I have a lively discussion about the economic influence of Bucky's in Alabama and the importance of taking breaks. We touch on the peculiarities of international business, such as the unnecessary pursuit of perfection, and engage in a playful debate about whether to use hot or cold water when scooping ice cream. We highlight the work being done by the SBDC teams in Texas and Colorado to support small businesses and entrepreneurs. Carolyn emphasizes the importance of making use of SBDC resources, particularly for those in Texas, and encourages checking out the San Antonio SBDC. We end on a note of importance, discussing the significance of finding joy in what you do and taking breaks to maintain passion and enthusiasm. LINKSShow Notes Be a Guest About IC-DISC Alliance About Alabama International Trade Center GUEST Carolyn TurnerAbout Carolyn TRANSCRIPT (AI transcript provided as supporting material and may contain errors) Dave: Hi, my name is David Spray and this is the IC disc show. My guest today is Carolyn Turner from Alabama. Carolyn is the Assistant Director of Research and Training at the Alabama International Trade Center for Imports and Export. I think this might be the longest title of any guest I've ever had. So the Alabama International Trade Center for Importing and Exporting is a division of the Alabama Small Business Development Center, which in turn is funded by the Small Business Administration. I learned that every state has its own Small Business Development Center focused on increasing the economic impact of small businesses. So we talked about the different ways that the Small Business Development Center in Alabama has had an impact. Carolyn shares some amazing stats as far as job growth, economic investment, new business formations in Alabama that are directly tied to the Small Business Development Center. We also discussed some specific stories of clients of her organization who export and successful export stories and success stories that developed. And then, on a more fun note, we also talked about which Texas retail behemoth has had a bigger impact on her life in Alabama the famous Whataburger or the famous Buckeys and her answer there was pretty interesting. So even if you're not in Alabama, I would recommend that you investigate the Small Business Development Center in your state as well as the exporting arm to take advantage of their free services. This was a great episode and Carolyn has a real passion for helping small businesses and it comes through in the entire conversation. Carolyn: I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. Dave: Good morning, Carolyn. Welcome to the podcast. Carolyn: Good morning. Thanks for having me. Dave: Sure. Now. Where are you? Where are you located today? I'm in Birmingham, Alabama, In Birmingham okay, and so are you a native Alabama. Is that the correct term? Carolyn: I've spent most of my life here. Technically, I was born in California, but I grew up in Alabama. Dave: Got there as quick as you could. That's what we say in Texas. Carolyn: I know it gets a bad rep, but it's a pretty good state to live in. Dave: I know I've been to Alabama several times. We have a client there and always wonderful experiences there. So let's talk about the organization, and I'm really intrigued by this whole structure and I've learned a lot about this from you. So you're technically an employee of the University of Alabama, right? Carolyn: Yes. Dave: But this is part of a bigger structure, so could you maybe give the audience a sense of how everything fits together? So let's maybe start at the top. What's the umbrella organization for everything? Carolyn: Sure, so I'm part of America's SBDC that stands for the Small Business Development Center. We are a national organization that's funded mostly through Congress, through the Small Business Administration, and there are these in every state. So Alabama SBDC is part of that organization and in the state of Alabama it's a partnership with the University of Alabama, so this is really considered a federal state partnership. Funding comes through Congress, through the SBA. We get some matching funds through the University of Alabama and the University of Alabama manages our grant. Dave: Okay. Carolyn: Slightly differently in other states. Every state can kind of handle it differently, but in Alabama that's how it's worked for the last 40 plus years. Dave: Okay, and then within the Alabama SBDC, I guess there's kind of sub organizations, of which the Research and Economic Development Center is one of those kind of subsidiary arms, is that right? Carolyn: So the University Office of Research and Economic Development is a UA department. Within the SBDC we have four kind of divisions. We have our domestic business advisors that are just called the SBDC Small Business Development Center. We have our government contracting branch, which recently changed names to APEX. We have the Alabama International Trade Center, which I'm a part of, and then we also have a separate capital access team that is part of the SBDC. Dave: Okay. Carolyn: And within UA, we are housed within the Office of Research and Economic Development. Okay, and that's the dean that we report to. Dave: Okay, well, that's, and I believe that you're a proud graduate of the University of Alabama. Carolyn: Right Double degree graduate yes, I got my undergrad in international marketing in Spanish, with some extra studies and international studies, and then, a number of years later, once I started back with the SBDC, I got my master's degree in global business management. Dave: Okay, now would, if you'd been a graduate from, say, one of the other large Alabama universities, would that have been a problem in your current role, or are they kind of not as competitive as people are on Saturdays? Carolyn: No, In fact, because the university manages our grant, they actually manage the grants for a number of the other SBCs located throughout the state. So within Alabama, we have offices located at all of the major universities Auburn, Troy, Jacksonville State, North Alabama, UAH, Alabama State University, South Alabama, West Alabama. I think that's all of them, but many of them, even though they're located at Auburn or at UAH, they can be considered a University of Alabama employee. Dave: Okay, that must be interesting for the folks at Auburn. Carolyn: It can be. We do have some people that are UA employees but are definitely Auburn fans, and it's okay. Dave: That's wonderful. Yeah, nothing like a nice friendly rivalry, friendly, some friendlier than others. Carolyn: So the way it doesn't manage all of our centers, some universities still manage their own grants. We'll just see where it goes. Dave: Gotcha, what a great attitude. So let's talk about the SBDC then in Alabama, and that's the Small Business Development Center. Is that what the C stands for? Yes, do you? I know I'm not as familiar with Alabama, but I know like in Texas the SBDC has a really big impact on the small business community. Do you happen to have any types of stats or summary or anything of the economic development that's occurred because of the SBDC or that the SBDC has been involved in? Carolyn: Absolutely we do. We publish an economic impact report every year. So last year the metrics that we had were in 2000,. We created or helped create in Alabama over 1278 jobs. We worked with a lot. I know and for a relatively small center, I think it's a pretty big impact. We had nearly 350 new business starts last year and our capital access team helped companies get over $100 million in capital access, whether that be traditional bank loans, sba loan guarantees, startup loans, investment capital all sorts of options. Wow, we do track that over the years as well. So over the last five years combined, we've helped over 7000 job creations, about 1300 new business starts and around 550 million in capital access. Dave: Wow, that's really amazing. Carolyn: It's a really incredible thing to see the impact that we can have. A few years ago, we informally did an interview of our employees and one of the questions was what is the reason you get out of bed in the morning? Why do you do this job? And the majority decision was the reason why all of us do this is because we love making an impact in our community. Dave: Yeah, that really resonates with me because our business is really serving the same market. It's those privately held, closely held small businesses that seem to be the economic driver of our economy and I find it to be very satisfying to be able to make a difference in those organizations, because they are the bedrock of our communities. So, that's pretty cool. And how long have you been doing this? How long have you been involved with these various entities? Carolyn: I just celebrated 15 years 15 years, wow. Dave: Well, that's awesome, so obviously you must really enjoy it. Carolyn: I do. I love my job. I love the different projects that we get to work on and all the different companies. I love seeing the impact that we get to have. One of the downfalls in economic development across the industry is that you have to spend a lot of time and a lot of hours trying to work on projects before something turns to fruition. So being able to be here for the long haul and seeing the results of the work that we do is really inspiring. Dave: Yeah, I bet it is. I bet it is. So why don't we now drill down to the division that you're part of, that's the Economic Development Center. So, at kind of a high level, what are some of the ways that the center helps businesses? Carolyn: So the Alabama International Trade Center is focused on helping the small and medium-sized companies in Alabama grow through international trade. Our domestic business advisors work on what I call domestic business issues how to start a business, what kind of legal formation do you want, market research on how to grow your business, hiring and firing and tax questions, and quick books and all the basics of how to run a business. When it comes to international, we help them when they are trying to either export or import their products or services. Most of our clients tend to be manufacturers, just because it's, I guess, more common industry knowledge to export a tangible product. But many of companies have services that they can export. So we definitely work with exports of services as well. But the vast majority of our clients are manufacturers. They manufacture some kind of product that has typically been selling successfully domestically for a number of years and then they start branching internationally, and so the way that we work with companies is through a variety of different services. We have educational training sessions available on different international business topics. So about once a month we host an educational seminar on some kind of international business topic. I'm hosting one tomorrow on international documentation, partnered with UP, on the documentation requirements for exporting and importing. In the past we have done sessions on inco terms, classification, export controls, hazardous material, shipping certifications, on how to sell in Europe, general data protection regulations, you name it. We've probably hosted a seminar on that topic, okay. I have to do one-on-one training. So I will go and visit companies and provide a few hours of one-on-one training on different business topics. Sometimes it's on Zoom. I'm seeing that a lot more often and I think probably across the country. You see this, Teams are not localized anymore. They might have team members spread over the country, and so pretty often we're doing Zoom sessions with clients when they'll bring in at the same time all of their employees from various locations and we'll do a training session on the basics of exporting or the basics of importing or export compliance, those types of things, and it's really great because new to export companies obviously need this training. You know they don't know what they're doing, but what we see a lot of is even successful companies. As they grow and hire more people or they have turnover in employees, they'll bring us back in a couple years later and do refresher training, continuous education, for their employees. So that gives a lot of use. And then we also provide guidance on export trade finance. So that's really a niche market kind of separate than our general capital access team. When companies need to get access to the money that they need to manufacture their product for export. Sometimes it can be very challenging for them to get access to a line of credit through a bank, and so we'll talk to them about export working capital programs that exist, export credit insurance that they could get through the XM Bank on how they can mitigate risks of foreign receivables and what companies through all of those options, Because these programs exist to make it less risky for a small to medium size company to start thinking about exporting. And you know, maybe they're exporting $250,000 worth of equipment to Germany or India, and if that customer in Germany or India didn't pay them, that could really hurt their business. I mean, who knows they could go out of business or doesn't pay them $250,000. And so why these programs exist? To make it easier. We also do a lot of market research, so that is one of the great partnerships that we have with the University of Alabama. We provide an internship to University of Alabama students that are then able to come in and help put together these industry specific customized market research reports for our Trade Center clients. So whether that maybe they have no idea where they want to export to, and so we're starting from scratch, trying to help them figure out where overseas would be a good target market to start with, or successfully exported to 100 countries, and now they're trying to get into a new one for the first time, or they're having trouble with their existing distributor and they want contact information for other options. So standard research reports for us could take anywhere from 40 to 60 hours and we pay to have access to a lot of databases. As well as being part of the university, we get access to databases through the university, and so we'll pull all these different pieces of information and put together a customized report that companies can use to help develop their export strategy. It's great experience for the students because they get to work real world projects, not just make believe, made up ones, yeah, interaction with the companies usually and it's great information for the clients as well. I mean they would pay thousands and thousand dollars on the private market sector for this kind of research. Dave: Sure, now, and that raises the question I was curious about Is there any? Does the Trade Center generate any revenues from any of its services, or are they all just complimentary? Carolyn: It's all offered at no fee, so we do not charge for any of the services that we provide. Because our funding comes from the SBA, we are allowed to offer these services at no cost. The only thing we ask in return from our clients is that twice a year, they fill out a survey letting us know it's done a good job, because we have to gather all of that data and our metrics. You know we're one of the few organizations that is really judged on our metrics and if we don't meet our goals, if we don't work with enough companies and help them grow and succeed and increase their sales and get access to capital, then we are at risk of losing our funding. So every metric point that we report, every economic impact that we report, is actually backed up by our clients. We're not allowed to claim anything, any kind of success, without their written permission. Dave: Okay, well, that's well. That seems like a really fair trade. You do all this to help these companies and they just have to complete a survey twice a year. That seems like a fair trade. Carolyn: It's pretty good and we're not just one time. That's one of the other things people think oh, you know, I'll just talk to you one time. No, most of my clients have been working with me for years and for a new to export company. Sometimes that's how long it takes, Other times, you know, they've just grown tremendously over the last few years and it's amazing to see where they've started versus where they are now. Dave: Yeah, that's awesome and I bet you're really popular with your clients because you're providing the service at no out-of-pocket cost to them. Carolyn: For the most part. Yes, I think our clients are fairly satisfied. We use a net promoter score rating that we track with our clients. It's typically pretty high up there. Every now and then we'll get a client that you know feels like they already know everything, like they don't need any help, but for the most part they're pretty helpful for the help that they receive. Dave: Yeah, I would think so, because they're certainly getting their money's worth, right? Carolyn: So at least they should feel like it. I think so. We're constantly adding to our services as industry changes, as things modernize. So, you know, especially during the COVID pandemic, we switched a lot of efforts into online marketing, global website globalizing websites, information on how to do international shipping for direct you know, direct to consumer and e-commerce. We launched a program a few years ago on graphic design, so now we offer graphic design for free so that companies that are trying to upgrade their website so that it's more user-friendly for international users. Or we have a student right now who's creating animation videos for marketing for a couple of companies all at no cost. Dave: That's awesome. Well, I love like case studies stories. I think it really kind of pulls it all together. Do you happen to have any examples of companies you've worked with in the last few years that you could kind of use as a case study and share some of the details? Carolyn: Absolutely. We do turn in success stories to the SBA every year. That's part of our goals and metrics. I think that definitely makes us a little bit unique. We have a confidentiality agreement with all of our clients, so we're not allowed to discuss specifics of what we do with anyone else without written permission, so it's good that we get these authorized success stories from companies. Over the last few years we've had quite a variety of different companies that have that we've worked with on these. So last year we worked with a company in Huntsville Polaris Solar Systems, polaris Sensor Technologies, I think is what it was called and we helped them navigate the world of export compliance. They have a regulated, export-controlled technology and so they had to make sure that they were following all the regulations and applying for licenses. We helped them practice their pitch when they were going to be pitching to foreign customers, realizing that the benefits of their products and technologies were actually different in different parts of the world and used in a different way, and so working with them to develop their pitch and their value proposition and introducing them to potential customers overseas. Another example is totally different industry sector. There was a company in a very rural, economically disadvantaged area of the state that had created a company developing very small tractors or very high tech. But the way that they came up with this design, it was easy to build, it was small, it was more affordable for individually run farms or small co-ops. And they had this novel idea of they were either going to manufacture these tractors in northeast Alabama or they would give the design, the blueprints of the tractor, for free, at no cost, to a foreign manufacturer for them to be able to create a manufacturing plant overseas and create local jobs. It's one of the ways that they wanted to give back to the community. Oh, that's how cool is that? It was really cool. They changed names a couple of times when we worked with them. It was called Kleber Technologies and so we worked with them way back in the beginning, before they had done any exporting, and we went and visited them and provided in-house training on basics of international shipping and how to do export marketing. Through the years we did market research to help them find customers or distributors and overseas parts of the world. They eventually went and visited and sent pictures of clients in sub-Saharan Africa and Central and Latin America writing on the tractors Last year. So this is probably seven or eight years after we started with them. But last year, at this particular company, one of the Alabama's governor's exports awards oh, wow, because they successfully exported to 50 plus countries now and it's just amazing to see. So I tracked back down the student who had helped work on their market research way back in the beginning. Oh, really I actually did that article on LinkedIn. I said hey, do you remember that project from eight years ago? Look at them now. Dave: Wow, that's really cool. And that first company you mentioned you said they were in Huntsville, right? Yes, and I think a lot of folks outside of Alabama don't realize that Huntsville is like one of the rocket capitals of the US, right, space industry. How would I describe the industry? Carolyn: Yeah, I mean rocket and space were known for NASA in Huntsville. We also have Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville and FBI, I think, just relocated down there. There's SpaceX activities that are planned, so aerospace, aviation, missile defense is another big one. But then surprisingly, hudson Alpha also is located there and they have been instrumental in genetics, genomics, research, pharmacogenomics, so it definitely kind of covers the gambit. When you take a tour at Hudson Alpha it's really interesting. From one side of the building you can look out and see all the NASA and space technologies, and then inside the building is genomics and genetics and agrogenetic, and then on the other side is cornfields, because that's the real Huntsville. Dave: Wow, that is pretty cool. So this has really been kind of a fun overview for folks who are listening to this, who are in Alabama, who do international trade. What would be the best way for them to learn more? Would you just direct them to the website, or where should they kind of start? Should they just reach out to you? What's the kind of ideal process? Carolyn: Just go to our website, aitcuaedu. Registration is free. As I said, we don't charge for anything that we do, and within the state of Alabama, we're part of a bigger group called the Export Alabama Alliance, so that's a group of all of the entities in the state that work together to promote trade. So we've got the Governor's International Trade Office, the US Department of Commerce on the federal level, local chambers of commerce, sba, ports, various entities that exist to help promote exporting, and so when you get one of us, you get all of us. We work together as a team to make sure that the companies get the support that they need, no matter what they're trying to do. And then, yeah, I just strongly recommend, no matter what state you're in, google your SBD, because they have a very valuable resource. Dave: That's awesome. Well, as we're wrapping up, I have a couple of kind of more personal wild card type questions just for fun. So you mentioned you joined the organization 15 years ago, and so I'm just curious if you could like go back in time and give advice to your 15 year younger self, knowing what you know now. Like, what advice might you give to yourself with the perspective of 15 years of experience? Carolyn: That's a tough one. Dave: I know that's what makes it fun Fun for me, not so much fun for you. Carolyn: I'm a. On a personal note, I am a recovering perfectionist. Dave: Oh yeah, my wife is one of those, but not the recovery stage yet. Carolyn: That has been a hard lesson to learn. A colleague that I had taught me something and it's a quote that has stuck with me and I tell it to everyone now and it is that you are a human being, not a human doing Okay, so that'd be your advice to yourself is just taking a bit of a chill pill and absolutely. Dave: Yeah, my one of the quotes I like around that subject I also have some perfectionist tendencies is that great quote progress, not perfection. Carolyn: Yes. Dave: So, although you know there are some things I do push back a little bit, there are some things you need perfection on landing an airplane, open heart surgery, right, I mean, there's some things that you know it pretty much, perfect is the only, the only option. Carolyn: Yeah, I agree. But in the world of international business I think perfection is not needed and progress is. And you know what I tell my students all the time that are doing these market research reports? Because you know they're so open ended. You could just keep researching for ever and ever and keep on finding more pieces of information. So I focused a lot on quality over quantity. Dave: That is awesome. So by last question and this is a really fun one I think there are two famous or at least you know Texas institutions that have expanded eastward and I'm going to ask you which one you think is had made a bigger difference in your life, if any of them have. What a burger or Bucky's, oh Bucky's. I had a feeling you'd answer that one. Carolyn: Yeah, it's kind of a saving joke. I mean I think we have two Bucky's in Alabama, maybe three. Dave: According to the research I just pulled up, that as of April 10th of 2023, they'll have four stations in Alabama, but it's not quite clear how many of those are up and running right now. Carolyn: There is one not far outside of Birmingham, on the path between Birmingham and Atlanta, and it is packed no matter what time of day it is. It's like a town, it's so big. Dave: But Does it have? Is the road it's on called like Bucky's Boulevard too? That seems to be. Carolyn: I don't think so. I don't know. Maybe, but it's definitely impacted everyone's road trips. I think you can't. Dave: Yeah, I'm told that, not by without stopping at Bucky's. Yeah, I'm told that Alabama has the second most number of Bucky's outside of Texas. So things are, yeah, and it's interesting because they're always Bucky's are always the same, but like in a good way, you know, and the best one, and I've always said that off on a tangent. I've always said that it seems like Bucky's competitive business advantage are the clean restrooms. That seems to be like what they really differentiate. But when you take a big picture, look at it from a business perspective, you're thinking that shouldn't be a sustainable business differentiator. Right, because in theory that anybody could copy that, but for whatever reason, nobody else cares to. Carolyn: I don't know. I mean, I would say their main competitors would be like the pilots and the lying Jays. Sure, I remember the names of them. But as far as competition, I think that's definite competition there. I think Bucky's is the shop I mean it's, I don't know. Cracker barrel meets gas. Dave: Yeah, yes, yeah. It's hard to describe to somebody who's not been to a Bucky's. Carolyn: No, but this. Dave: And they seem to be an economic development force because everyone I've ever been to because they need so much land and they always want to be on a busy highway that they oftentimes are not near cities, they're kind of in the middle of nowhere and they're always advertising really high starting hourly wages. So I get the sense that for a lot of these areas that they come into they really bring economic opportunity for folks that live nearby. I mean, it seems like the classic example is the person working the checkout registers Oftentimes seem to be a teenager that lives there locally and I think, man, can you think of a better like part-time job to have in high school than to be making $15 or $18 an hour working at Bucky's inside the air conditioning? Yeah, just talking to folks all day, I don't know. *Carolyn: * My high school job was scooping ice cream at Baskin Robbins. Oh that's. I mean with free ice cream perks. Dave: Yeah, that one might have to trump Bucky's. I bet you're. I've always wondered are your hands and wrists and forearms just worn out at the end of the day? Oh my gosh, yes. Carolyn: And gosh, the first Baskin Robbins I worked at. They used cold water in their faucets where you put the ice cream scoop and it was At my one arm. I had like huge muscle by the end of every summer. Dave: Now did you get used to it then Like by the end of the summer, were you not as fatigued by the end of the day? Carolyn: Yeah, but then you know, other ice cream shops use hot water to store their ice cream scoops in and it makes a huge difference. Dave: Oh, I bet it does. You know why they use the cold water instead of hot? Yeah, any theory. Carolyn: Looking back, I think they were just being cheap Okay. Dave: Yeah, because I think I know at home if I'm scooping up several servings. You know, I know the old trick of the hot bowl of water to dip the scooper in to make it work better. The people. Carolyn: We used to get these, the big old jars of cherries, and they would make us go through and cut them all in half. Oh wow, they would last twice as long, oh wow. Well, Honey, you know I guess. Managing is almost as hard right. Dave: Yeah, that's the beauty of the free enterprise system. Every person tries, you know, gets to do it their way, and all of that. I mean, who knows, maybe the little bit of money they saved, maybe that translated to higher hourly earnings for the employees who knows, maybe, who knows? Carolyn, this has really been a fun conversation. Was there anything I didn't ask you that you wish I had, or anything that we should mention? Carolyn: I would just say that the world of international trade is constantly changing. Okay, so find a local resource in your area that can keep you up to date. Dave: Okay, that's awesome. Well, I appreciate that and I really appreciate your time today. I've really learned a lot more about the whole SBDC program in general and you've kind of inspired me to take a look the two states I spend the most time in are Texas and Colorado to take the initiative to start to learn more about those organizations Absolutely. Carolyn: The SBDC team in Texas is absolutely amazing. This is absolutely phenomenal. I'm not sure if I've met anyone from the SBDC Colorado team, but definitely take advantage of your in Texas. Dave: Yeah, I know in Houston. I think it's associated with the University of Houston. I think it's called the U of H SBDC. Carolyn: I know it's the San Antonio SBDC that does most of international trade work in Texas. Dave: Okay Well that's good to know. I'm going to be in San Antonio in a few weeks. I should check that out. Well, that's great. Well, that's great advice and this has really been a fun conversation and I really appreciate you taking time out of your day to share the story and obviously you have great enthusiasm and passion for what you're doing and that comes through and that's always fun to see people that really are inspired and really focused on how much they enjoy their job. Carolyn: It makes a big difference when you enjoy what you do For sure, all right. Dave: Well, have a great day, carolyn. Carolyn: You too. Special Guest: Carolyn Turner.

*Ever Wonder: how this might have gone? "And God said, Let the waters under the heaven be gathered together unto one place, and let the dry land appear: and it was so. And God called the dry land Earth; and the gathering together of the waters called he Seas..."   *Harold Gilbert: is a long time proponent of young-earth creation. He received his Masters of Science in aerospace engineering from Auburn University in Alabama, and has worked for the Department of Defense for over 30 years at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama. Harold is currently a system analyst for missiles and rockets, and like all other scientists, he works part time for Walt Brown. Harold has been married for 28 years and has three daughters.   *Scientific Eisegesis: Old Earth geologists may be claiming to have resolved one of the many enigmas their faulty geologic theories and models create, but Fred calls it for what it is! Harold's Thesis: In pondering Genesis 1:9-10 in light of Hydroplate Theory hear how Harold assigned some basic values to the crust and the water present on Day 4, and postulates a reasonable theory for how God may have caused the dry land to appear through purely naturalistic mechanisms. Hear how the raqia's thickness, water volume and the primary unbalanced force may have worked together to let the dry land appear right where our awesome Creator wanted it!   An Honorary RSR First! We're convinced that future Hydroplate Theory and Creation Science researchers will be assisted in developing a more accurate understanding of the pre-flood earth due to the model described on today's show. And so Real Science Radio has bestowed our first honorary doctorate upon Harold Gilbert, Ph.D., (h.c.).    

*Ever Wonder: how this might have gone? "And God said, Let the waters under the heaven be gathered together unto one place, and let the dry land appear: and it was so. And God called the dry land Earth; and the gathering together of the waters called he Seas..."   *Harold Gilbert: is a long time proponent of young-earth creation. He received his Masters of Science in aerospace engineering from Auburn University in Alabama, and has worked for the Department of Defense for over 30 years at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama. Harold is currently a system analyst for missiles and rockets, and like all other scientists, he works part time for Walt Brown. Harold has been married for 28 years and has three daughters.   *Scientific Eisegesis: Old Earth geologists may be claiming to have resolved one of the many enigmas their faulty geologic theories and models create, but Fred calls it for what it is! Harold's Thesis: In pondering Genesis 1:9-10 in light of Hydroplate Theory hear how Harold assigned some basic values to the crust and the water present on Day 4, and postulates a reasonable theory for how God may have caused the dry land to appear through purely naturalistic mechanisms. Hear how the raqia's thickness, water volume and the primary unbalanced force may have worked together to let the dry land appear right where our awesome Creator wanted it!   An Honorary RSR First! We're convinced that future Hydroplate Theory and Creation Science researchers will be assisted in developing a more accurate understanding of the pre-flood earth due to the model described on today's show. And so Real Science Radio has bestowed our first honorary doctorate upon Harold Gilbert, Ph.D., (h.c.).    

In our Mysticast conversation with Richard Hoffman https://www.explorescu.org/rich-hoffman  an Information Technology Consultant currently working as an Enterprise Architect at Redstone Arsenal and the Marshall Space Flight Centre In Huntsville Alabama, with 6 decades  of experience in the research and investigation of UAP Phenomena.  Jack asked Rich for a method to weigh up the evidence and come to conclusions on whether the UFO/UAP was Terrestrial or Alien technology as we listened to him explain his methodology it became very clear what 60 years of dedicated research can bring ‘to the table'. The biggest parallel drawn from this exploration was the necessity to discern and discriminate all evidence. Dr George King: Master Of Yoga & Founder Of The Aetherius Society was very concerned that good people would be led astray because they were too accepting. In many lectures  Dr. King would literally beseech the audience to investigate with a logical mind and discriminate, thus weeding out false misleading information. Dr. George King (1919-1997) was a Master of yoga, trance medium and the author of many books on spirituality. He was contacted by an extraterrestrial intelligence known as “Aetherius” in 1954, and founded The Aetherius Society in 1955 – to promote and act upon the wisdom of highly evolved intelligences from other planets who communicated with, and through, him for over 40 years. This is a podcast for anyone with an interest in UFO's/UAP's. Further study:  UFOs, Aliens and Their Spiritual Message - The Aetherius Society https://www.aetherius.org/event/ufos-are-real-friendly-and-alien-governments-

Episode: 00181 Released on October 16, 2023 Description: Description: Richard Browning has been in the law enforcement analysis field for over 20 years, specifically in the military sector. Richard shares how he decided on his specialization in analytics with the US Army, and his badge stories pertain to a helicopter crash, financial theft, and employee fraud that required in-depth analysis and investigations. This episode also delves into the realm of trauma and how the work affects the mental health of all those involved, including the analysts who may not have the same resources as sworn personnel to cope with the stress of the work. Richard is currently an investigative analyst for the Army CID in Redstone Arsenal, AL.  CHALLENGE: There are Easter eggs in one of the tables of the Excel chapter that Jason wrote for the IACA textbook. First-person to email us at leapodcasts@gmail.com about what the Easter eggs are will receive a $50 gift card from us. Happy hunting! Name Drops:  Public Service Announcements: Laura Weaver (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-laura-weaver-weaving-through-the-data/)  Kyle McFatridge (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-kyle-mcfatridge-the-sna-sme/) Related Links: Suicide Prevention Vigil https://www.rocketcitynow.com/article/news/community/suicide-prevention-awareness-vigil-huntsville-sept-10/525-e0e60697-ad05-4b8e-abbb-e1b08f99a3fd Helicopter Crash https://www.al.com/breaking/2007/09/residents_say_helicopter_engin.html Recent fraud case https://www.justice.gov/usao-ndal/pr/army-reservist-pleads-guilty-defrauding-department-defense NW3C Course https://www.nw3c.org/UI/CourseCatalog.html Healing Steps Labyrinth https://www.uchurch.org/labyrinth Association(s) Mentioned:  Vendor(s) Mentioned: NW3C Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-browning-18739b71 Transcript: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/brqruu/RichardBrowning_transcript.pdf  Podcast Writer: Mindy Duong Podcast Researcher:  Theme Song: Written and Recorded by The Rough & Tumble. Find more of their music at www.theroughandtumble.com. Logo: Designed by Kyle McMullen. Please visit www.moderntype.com for any printable business forms and planners.  Podcast Email: leapodcasts@gmail.com   Podcast Webpage: www.leapodcasts.com   Podcast Twitter: @leapodcasts 00:00:17 – Introducing Richard 00:07:43 – Explaining CID 00:17:38 – RMS or RMS-y  00:20:39 – ABS:  Helicopter Crash 00:26:36 – Break: Laura Weaver & Kyle McFatridge 00:28:04 – ABS:  Financial Theft  00:33:10 – ABS:  Employee Fraud 00:38:12 – Mental Health 00:43:42 – Training 00:49:00 – Advice 00:51:23 – Personal Interest: Board of Directors for the Healing Steps Labyrinth 00:56:07 – Words to the World

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March 12, 1992. Huntsville, Alabama. SPC Chad Langford, an Army military policeman stationed at the Redstone Arsenal, performs a patrol of the base and sends in a radio call that he is investigating an abandoned vehicle. Shortly thereafter, Chad is found lying in the middle of the road with a gunshot wound to the head and since the Army believes that Chad was shot with his own weapon, they conclude that he staged an elaborate suicide in order to make it look like he was killed in the line of duty. However, Chad's family notices a number of strange discrepancies which make them think he was murdered, as he had spoken about doing some secret undercover work investigating drug activity prior to his death. Was Chad Langford the victim of foul play before the whole thing was covered up? Or was the original suicide ruling correct all along? On this week's episode of “The Trail Went Cold”, we explore a bizarre military-themed mystery which has been the subject of controversy for three decades. Additional Reading: https://unsolved.com/gallery/chad-langford/ https://unsolvedmysteries.fandom.com/wiki/Chad_Langford https://apnews.com/83749d82292a80d5f3ba74d64f65cee6 https://www.nytimes.com/1993/12/20/us/40-suicide-rulings-are-challenged.html https://www.newspapers.com/image/179227218/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/179227384/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/179227398 https://www.newspapers.com/image/571469939/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/571472379 This episode of “The Trail Went Cold” is brought to you by HelloFresh. Go to HelloFresh.com/wentcold16 and use code “wentcold16” for 16 free meals plus free shipping. “The Trail Went Cold” is on Patreon. Visit www.patreon.com/thetrailwentcold to become a patron and gain access to our exclusive bonus content. “The Trail Went Cold” is doing a weekly livestream show on Vokl every Thursday from 7:00-8:00 PM ET as part of their “True  Crime Thursday” line-up. For more information, please visit their website. “The Trail Went Cold” is going to be appearing on podcast row at “Crimecon” at the World Center Marriott in Orlando, Florida on September 22-24, 2023. To get a 10 % discount on the purchase of tickets to the event, please use our specialized promo code, “COLD23”, by visiting https://www.crimecon.com. “The Trail Went Cold” will be appearing at the True Crime Podcast Festival, taking place at the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel in Austin, Texas on August 25-27, 2023. To get a 15 % discount on the purchase of tickets, please our specialized promo code, “TRAIL”, by visiting https://truecrimepodcastfestival.com. The Trail Went Cold is produced and edited by Magill Foote. All music is composed by Vince Nitro.

March 12, 1992. Huntsville, Alabama. SPC Chad Langford, an Army military policeman stationed at the Redstone Arsenal, performs a patrol of the base and sends in a radio call that he is investigating an abandoned vehicle. Shortly thereafter, Chad is found lying in the middle of the road with a gunshot wound to the head […]

Bernard Tessman and Karl Heimburg worked for Dr. Werhner von Braun in Nazi Germany on the V-2 rocket program. After WWII, 118 rocket scientists were brought over from Germany to work for the US Army. In this episode, Tessman and Heimburg remember those early days launching V-2 rockets in White Sands, New Mexico and the decision to locate the Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama. After President Kennedy announced the goal of putting a man on the moon by the end of the decade, the decision was made to build a rocket test facility in Hancock County, Bernard Tessman led the design team. He recalls the swampy conditions of the Pearl River basin. In a podcast extra, Heimburg explains why the decision to build the Hancock County facility was based on unrealistic expectations. Today, the isolated location of the Stennis Space Center allows for the testing of larger engines.

Rich Hoffman is a 22-year Army Information Technology (IT) defense contractor with By Light IT professional Services. He is supporting the Army Materiel Command located at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama.For the past 52+ years, since his eighth grade science class and timed with the Lonnie Zamora sighting on 24 April 1964, Rich has been pursuing his primary interest in investigating, researching and lecturing on the subject of UFOs. He even had the opportunity to lecture to the Air Force on the subject at Wright Patterson,AFB.Currently, Rich is the Alabama/Mississippi State Director for MUFON and the Director for Strategic Projects at the International level. Also, is supports the Science Review Board as a case reviewer.To listen to all our XZBN shows, with our compliments go to: www.spreaker.com/user/xzoneradiotv.The current edition of The 'X' Chronicles Newspaper is available at www.xchronicles.net.This episode of The ‘X' Zone with Rob McConnell is brought to you by BEAUTIFUL MIND COFFEE - For the coffee that your brain will love, visit Beautiful Mind Coffee, www.beautifulmindcoffee.ca. It's Brainalicious!

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In this episode of the Cybersecurity Defenders podcast, we recount some hacker history and tell the story of Shawn Carpenter; a rogue cybersecurity defender who singlehandedly identified a Chinese APT. It is a phenomenal story that exemplifies the grit and moral fortitude that the best defenders among us have. Titan Rain was a series of coordinated attacks on computer systems in the United States since 2003; they were known to have been ongoing for at least three years. The attacks originated in Guangdong, China. The activity is believed to be associated with a state-sponsored advanced persistent threat. It was given the designation Titan Rain by the federal government of the United States.Titan Rain hackers gained access to many United States defense contractor computer networks, which were targeted for their sensitive information, including those at Lockheed Martin, Sandia National Laboratories, Redstone Arsenal, and NASA.This episode was written by Nathaniel Nelson, narrated by Christopher Luft and produced by the team at LimaCharlie.The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast: a show about cybersecurity and the people that defend the internet.

Lt. Col. Burke Hare was a U.S. Air Force space and missile operator whose career has included overseeing the maintenance and operations of ICBMs and improvements made to the GPS satellite system. He is a Space Camp Hall of Fame member and is currently Program Manager Space Operations with the Space Development Agency at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville Alabama.

In this episode we talk about bedding, cerakote and barreled actions.  We just returned from our trip to Redstone Arsenal, AL and Ft. Benning, GA. Bedding is a topic that came up and barreled action requests are common here at the shop.  They both go hand in hand and with a new chassis in the shop being bedded as we speak,  this was the right time to answer why we do not offer or sell just barreled actions.  We have to see the rifle through to the very end if you are to have the success and accuracy you are expecting from it! If you enjoy the podast, you can support the show through Patreon for just $3 a month or $36 a year.  We appreciate your support.   https://www.patreon.com/user?u=29426128&fan_landing=true 

Rob Hamilton is the Chair of Launch 2035. This episode serves as a capstone to several of the prior episodes related to efforts born out of Launch 2035. Born in Forth Worth, TX. Rob Hamitlon takes us on his journey through life, which ultimately brought his family to Huntsville in 2017. He shares his increcible story of determination and persistence to gain acceptance to the Air Force academy. After a career in the Air Force he joined the FBI is a unique capacity to prepare the Redstone Arsenal for the Bureau's arrival.. Rob is currently a VP for Business Development at Ignite and also has a cool opportunity to teach a 400 level business class at UAH - and he loves his Students! Show Timeline: 0:00 Start 03:20 Tribute to Fallen Hero 08:20 UAH Business Class 25:56 Growing up in Ft. Worth TX 31:03 Dad's Passing Away and Rangers Baseball 36:45 Texas High School Football 50:58 Apology to Former Teachers 52:00 USAF Academy Dreams 58:14 Divine Help from a Cadet 01:09:15 Selected as Cadet Wing Commander 01:13:38 USAF Career 01:23:06 Transition to Special FBI Post 01:41:25 Separating from FBI 01:43:24 Launch 2035 01:57:40 Innovate Alabama 02:05:25 College Gameday stories 02:12:05 The Quick 6 02:28:53 Air Force/Navy Game 02:35:52 Air Force/Notre Dame Game 02:38:36 Closing

GUEST OVERVIEW: Phillip D. Blackmon enlisted into the US Army June 6, 2002, due to the attack on our country September 11, 2001, as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Specialist. He attended basic training at Fort Jackson, South Carolina and EOD school at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama and Naval School Explosive Ordnance Disposal (NAVSCOLEOD) Eglin, Air Force Base, Florida. After a year of training to be an EOD specialist, he was assigned to the 760th Ordnance Company (EOD) at Ft. Dix New Jersey where he deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom only 10 days after his graduation date. SSG Blackmon's mission, while in Baghdad, Al Asad Air Base, and Al Ramadi, Iraq was to disarm the roadside bombs that were responsible for taking so many lives of US servicemembers and innocent civilians; he also was responsible for large-scale demolitions operations of captured enemy munitions. SSG Blackmon destroyed over 150 million tons of explosives and ordnance during his first tour. After returning from his overseas deployment, his mission continued supporting the United States Secret Service providing protection for President George W. Bush, the First Family, Condoleezza Rice, Dick Cheyney, John Kerry, Colon Powell, members of Congress, members of the State Department, and foreign dignitaries and high-profile diplomats across the United States and the world. Afterwards, he volunteered to be transferred to the 706th Ordnance Company (EOD) at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii where he had the privilege and honor to conduct missions for the then-named Joint POW-MIA Accountability Command (JPAC) throughout the countries of Vietnam and Laos disarming old booby-trap devices and ordnance while searching for the remains of the fallen who never made it home from their tour. SSG Blackmon deployed for a second time to Mosul, Iraq as a Team Leader where he was injured while conducting route clearance missions.

Thirty some years after the end of the Cold War, missiles remain a threat to United States. And now space, where most crucial military communications occur, has become a contested domain. For an update on how the military deals with these threats, I spoke with the deputy to the commander of the Army Space and Missile Defense Command at his office within Redstone Arsenal at Huntsville, Alabama. Richard De Fatta is a retired Army colonel, now the senior civilian executive at SMDC. We started with where the command fits into the military org chart.

Professor Matthew Szydagis received his B.A., M.S., and Ph.D. from the University of Chicago in 2005, 2006 and 2011 respectively, then continued his work in physics as a postdoctoral scholar at the University of California Davis (2010-2014). Since 2014, he has been a professor at the University at Albany Department of Physics, pursuing experimental particle astrophysics. He realized that the UAP phenomenon may be tied to real-life extraterrestrial incursion after the AATIP reveal and the numerous trusted media outlets following up on it and the Nimitz incident, along with similar incidents. Richard Hoffman has a B.A. in Organizational Communication from Wright State University.  He is an Information Technology Consultant and Strategist , currently working as an Enterprise Architect at Redstone Arsenal and the Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama.  He has over 50 years of experience in the research and investigation of UAP Phenomena. Rich Twitter: https://twitter.com/ufoxprt Rich Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ufoxprt/ Link to SCU: https://www.explorescu.org/ Dr Masters is a Professor of Biological Anthropology at Montana Tech of the University of Montana. His further research interests center on investigating hominin biocultural evolution, astrobiology, astronomy and the physics of time as they relate to the UFO phenomenon. His new book, Identified Flying Objects: A Multidisciplinary Scientific Approach to the UFO Phenomenon, cautiously examines the premise that “UFOs” and “Aliens” may simply be our distant human descendants, using the anthropological tool of time travel to visit and study us, as members of their own hominin evolutionary past. This text challenges readers to consider new possibilities while cultivating conversations about our ever-evolving understanding of time and time travel. Dr Masters Twitter: https://twitter.com/morphotime Dr Masters Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morphotime/ Dr Masters Website: https://idflyobj.com/interviews Dr Masters Book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Identified-F... !! SUPPORT DISCLOSURE TEAM !! Disclosure Team Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/disclosureteam Disclosure Team PayPal: https://paypal.me/disclosureteam?coun... Disclosure Team Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/disclosure_... Disclosure Team Twitter: https://twitter.com/disclosureteam_ Disclosure Team is part of the Anomalous Podcast Network: https://audioboom.com/channels/5069292 DISCLAIMER: FAIR USE NOTICE: This video MAY contain copyrighted material, the use of which has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. Disclosure Team distributes this material for the purpose of news reporting, educational research, comment, and criticism, constituting Fair Use under 17 U.S.C § 107. Intro music: • Track Title:Yearning • Available at: https://youtu.be/j-UlkEjDAOA • Beat by Chris Hayes Music #uap #atearinthesky #uapx #elizondo #uap #pentagon #uaptf #unidentifiedaerialphenomena #disclosure #disclosureteam #task force #ufosighting #ufoabduction #realufo #uapreport #alien #realalien #lueelizondo #aatip #skinwalkerranch #skinwalker #skinwalker ranch #galileoproject #aviloeb #avi loeb #galileo project #ufo witness #ufo sighting #real ufo #podcast #colombia #colombia ufo #phenomenology

Rich Hoffman is a 22-year Army Information Technology (IT) defense contractor with By Light IT professional Services. He is supporting the Army Materiel Command located at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama.For the past 52+ years, since his eighth grade science class and timed with the Lonnie Zamora sighting on 24 April 1964, Rich has been pursuing his primary interest in investigating, researching and lecturing on the subject of UFOs. He even had the opportunity to lecture to the Air Force on the subject at Wright Patterson,AFB.Currently, Rich is the Alabama/Mississippi State Director for MUFON and the Director for Strategic Projects at the International level. Also, is supports the Science Review Board as a case reviewer.

Rich Hoffman has a BA in Organizational Communications from Wright State University. He is an Information Technology consultant and strategist. He has worked as a defense contractor for over 20 years, working primarily for the Army Materiel Command HQ with a variety of companies.Currently, Mr. Hoffman works as an Enterprise Architect at Redstone Arsenal and the Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama. He has over 54 years of experience investigating and researching the UFO subject.Mr. Hoffman has served as Director of Investigations, Star Team Manager and Director of Strategic Projects, as well as the State Director of MUFON and worked with numerous organizations.

In Episode 20 of the I - On Defense Podcast, we talk about the GAO Report concerning the selection of Redstone Arsenal (Alabama) as the next US Space Command HQ.We also list the Top 10 Defense Companies from 2021.

One of the original members of the U.S. Army's Special Forces Delta unit, Mike Vining, joins Tim to talk about his highly decorated career that started in Vietnam and ended in the late 1990s, encompassing many historical missions. Mike was an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) operator in the Delta Force, among many other responsibilities. He tells us what goes through the mind of an explosives specialist when time is tight and it could be a matter of life and death. This episode was originally released August 10, 2020. https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/shapingopinion/Encore_-_Delta_Force.mp3 Mike Vining was in high school when he saw the news about the Tet Offensive in Vietnam. The offensive was one of the largest and bloodiest attacks the communist forces of North Vietnam – the Viet Cong – waged against South Vietnamese and American troops. Mike saw what was happening and decided to join the military. He wanted to be in Vietnam joining the fight. Not long after that, Mike got his wish. Before shipping off to Vietnam, Mike completed the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) program in the Army, which also involved learning how to dispose of nuclear weapons. The army sent Mike to Vietnam, where he spent 12 months on combat duty, before his honorable discharge in 1971. Two years later, Mike reentered the Army and served as an EOD specialist once again.  That was the beginning of a long and decorated career in the Army that included serving as one of the first operators in the U.S. Army Special Forces, and its Delta Force unit. He saw action around the world, from missions to Iran during the 1979 U.S. embassy hostage crisis, to many other operations, ultimately serving on the ground in Operation Desert Storm. In this episode, Mike talks about the events that shaped the Special Forces, from an ill-fated desert mission to rescue 53 American hostages in the U.S. Embassy in Tehran, to many other touch and go situations. Please Thank Our Sponsors Please remember to thank our sponsors, without whom the Shaping Opinion podcast would not exist.  If you have the need, please support these organizations that have the same taste in podcasts that you do: BlueHost Premium Web Hosting Dell Outlet Overstock Computer Center Philips Hue Smart Home Lighting Links Sergeant Major Mike Vining (Retired), Together We Served 8 Epic Reflections on the Career of the Internet's Most Badass Military Meme, We Are The Mighty Mike Vining, Universal Ship Cancellation Society Delta Force: Missions and History, Military.com U.S. Army Delta Force, Armed Forces History Museum What Special Ops Learned 40 Years Ago from Operation Eagle Claw, Military Times Operation Urgent Fury: The 1983 US Invasion of Grenada, War History Online About this Episode's Guest Mike Vining Sergeant Major Mike R. Vining (Retired), U.S. Army, was born in Greenville, Michigan on 12 August 1950 to Roger and Arlene Vining. He graduated from Tri-County High School in 1968 and enlisted in the Army in July of 1968. After completing Basic Training at Fort Knox, Kentucky, he attended the Ammunition Renovation Course, at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama. he completed the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Program, Indian Head, Maryland in May of 1969 and reported to the Technical Escort Unit, Edgewood Arsenal, Maryland during which time he completed the Nuclear Weapons Disposal Course. In 1970 he deployed to the Republic of Vietnam where he was assigned to the 99th Ordnance Detachment (EOD), Phuoc Vinh. Upon completion of 12 months of combat duty, Sergeant Major Vining was honorably discharged from the United States Army on February 1971. Sergeant Major Vining reentered the Army in 1973 and was assigned to the 63rd Ordnance Detachment (EOD), Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. In 1978, he was accepted to the 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment (SFOD) – Delta, where he served with distinction until 1985.

Rich Hoffman is a 25+ year Army Information Technology (IT) defense contractor with Chugach, an Alaskan-owned company. He is a Senior Systems Engineer Analyst working in the US Army Materiel Command HeadQuarters at Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, Alabama helping to shape the future directions of systems, networks, cybersecurity and hosting arrangements used within the Army. For the past 56 years, since his eighth-grade science class and timed with the Lonnie Zamora sighting on 24 April 1964, Rich has been pursuing his primary interest in investigating, researching and lecturing about UFOs. He even had the opportunity to lecture to the Air Force on the subject at Wright Patterson, AFB to many personnel at the Foreign Technology Division (FTD). Over the decades, he previously held numerous positions within these organizations: Ground Saucer Watch – Team Member MUFON (Field Investigator, State Section Director, State Director, Deputy Director of Investigations, Star Team Manager, Director, Strategic Projects and Benefactor) Director of Investigations for the Ohio UFO Investigators League, Inc. (OUFOIL). Field Investigator – Ground Saucer Watch Project Member – UFO Data, CUFOS Consultant to UAPx – Led by Kevin Day Patron to SkyHub – a technology effort to collect UFO data

Team Rubicon and Veterans Empowerment Organization on Georgia Business Radio Joe Messere Deputy Director, Southeast at Team Rubicon Team Rubicon USA NonProfit Executive, Veteran, Entrepreneur. Making a difference in people's lives every day through disaster response and veteran reintegration.   Team Rubicon unites the skills and experiences of military veterans with first responders to rapidly deploy emergency response teams. Team Rubicon's primary mission is providing disaster relief to those affected by natural disasters, be they domestic or international. By pairing the skills and experiences of military veterans with first responders, medical professionals, and technology solutions, Team Rubicon aims to provide the greatest service and impact possible. Through continued service, Team Rubicon seeks to provide our veterans with three things they lose after leaving the military: a purpose, gained through disaster relief; community, built by serving with others; and identity, from recognizing the impact one individual can make. Coupled with leadership development and other opportunities, Team Rubicon looks to help veterans transition from military to civilian life. Serving the Under-served Across the world, disasters are a part of life. No corner of the globe is spared from severe weather – be it crippling winter storms, catastrophic hurricanes, or unchecked wildfires. By focusing on under-served or economically-challenged communities, Team Rubicon seeks to makes the largest impact possible. Disasters represent a massive financial cost, and by providing immediate relief work, free of cost, TR aims to help communities begin recovery sooner. Topics to Discuss:  Veterans Day For many men and women of our Armed Forces, the desire to serve their country and fellow man does not diminish once they take off the uniform. Continued service helps us build stronger communities and supports transitioning veterans. Web Site / Linkedin / Social Media Links:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephmessere https://teamrubiconusa.org https://www.facebook.com/teamrubicon https://twitter.com/teamrubicon https://www.instagram.com/teamrubicon Brian Smith Insurance Office of America Insurance Executive-Specializing in Complex Risks-Government Contractors Brian Smith serves on the Board of Directors for the Veterans Empowerment Organization (VEO) and the National Defense Industrial Association. Professionally he is responsible for business development with Commercial Risks and Government & Defense Contractor clients. Strategic business development includes revenue growth through partnerships with centers of influence, bid and proposal awareness, government contract education, non-traditional/non-recurring distribution of insurance capital, deployment of alternative risk financing techniques, and delivery of IOA resources. Lastly, Brian served honorably with the U.S. Army and US Army Reserves for 14 years, retiring in 1999 with the rank of Captain. He had the pleasure of being stationed at Redstone Arsenal during his Ordnance Officer Basic Course in 1991 and subsequently attending his Chemical Officer Advanced Course at Ft. McClellan in 1998. Brief Description of  Service:  We serve homeless veterans throughout the Greater Atlanta area by providing them with shelter, food, and the assistance needed to gain confidence and live a self-sustaining life. Topics to Discuss:  Veteran affairs Homelessness Opportunity to make a difference Web Site / Linkedin / Social Media Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briansmith4insurance https://www.veohero.org https://www.facebook.com/VEOHERO https://twitter.com/veohero https://www.instagram.com/veohero   Georgia Business Radio Interviewing industry and thought leaders with compelling stories. Relevant content on current business trends live from the Pro Business Channel studios in Atlanta. In addition to the live broadcast,

Looking to get a grip on your finances? Olivia Pierce is your Financial Readiness Program Manager at Redstone Arsenal. You may contact her directly at 256-876-5397 or olivia.n.pierce.civ@army.mil. For more information on the Army Financial Literacy Program and to access online “Milestone” training, visit https://olms.armyfamilywebportal.com (scroll down to courses section, Financial Readiness Touchpoints, prior to login). To be added to an email distro for ALL Redstone Arsenal ACS financial classes, email Olivia Pierce olivia.n.pierce.civ@army.mil.

Rich Hoffman is a 25+ year Army Information Technology (IT) defense contractor with Chugach Government Solutions. He is a Senior Systems Engineer Analyst working in the US Army Materiel Command Headquarters at Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, Alabama, helping to shape the future directions of systems, networks, and application hosting arrangements used within the Army. For the past 57 years, since his eighth-grade science class and timed with the Lonnie Zamora sighting on 24 April 1964, Rich has been pursuing his primary interest in investigating, researching, and lecturing on the subject of UFOs. In June 2017, Rich left his position as MUFON Director, Strategic Projects, Alabama State Director, and other functions within MUFON. He is still a Benefactor and is a lifetime, subscribing-only member. He is currently an Executive Board Officer for the Scientific Coalition for UAP Studies (SCU), a coalition of like-minded, serious, dedicated scientists and professionals who want to solve the phenomena using scientific methodologies and leverage current technologies.

Dr. Wernher von Braun (1912–1977) was one of the most important rocket developers and champions of space exploration in the twentieth century and one of the most controversial people. Braun was a member of the Nazi Party and an SS officer, yet was also arrested by the Gestapo in 1944 for careless remarks he made about the war and the rocket. His responsibility for the crimes connected to rocket production is controversial. After WW2. In 1960, President Eisenhower transferred his rocket development center at Redstone Arsenal from the Army to the newly established National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). Its primary objective was to develop giant Saturn rockets. Accordingly, von Braun became director of NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center and the chief architect of the Saturn V launch vehicle, the superbooster that would propel Americans to the Moon. At Marshall, the group continued work on the Redstone-Mercury, the rocket that sent the first American astronaut, Alan Shepard, on a suborbital flight on May 5, 1961. Shortly after Shepard's successful flight, President John F. Kennedy challenged America to send a man to the Moon by the end of the decade. With the July 20, 1969 moon landing, the Apollo 11 mission fulfilled both Kennedy's mission and Dr. Von Braun's lifelong dream. Enjoy our podcast and want to support us in a more fashionable way, head on over to NewAgeCinematics.com for fantastic Clothing designs created by our team, that directly supports this show! How to help Inspirational Support Inspirational Thoughts: https://anchor.fm/inspirationalthoughts/support The Story Of Inspirational Thoughts: The Beginning of Inspirational Thoughts: We began around 2015 by the creator of Inspirational Thoughts, named Seth H. The creator was a Former paramedic, Detention/Probation Officer, Volunteer Fire Fighter, A degree in philosophy, psychology, Criminology & Behaviorism. With plenty of amazing stories and Life events he saw and experienced, he wanted to be able to share his experiences, and teach in amazing details on important topics he felt were great knowledge that could benefit anyone understanding different views on life. Along with speaking of controversial topics, he felt were being avoided at the time to not offend people, some may say he was ahead of his time? However, he knew that in order for human kind to became better and expand there mind, you must first accept the things that you may not find appealing to hear, that could help us grow as individuals and help build better relationships with our friends and family. He began doing live streams as an early start of what we know today as Inspirational Thoughts, with each live stream would become a different episode and topic of his experience. Today, those episodes that started it all, have been brought as the first episodes that went public on what we now know ourselves as Inspirational Thoughts! We have grown so much since then, and we are so Honored to be able to bring you these amazing stories and knowledge directly to you at full capacity! Thank you for your support, Inspirational Thoughts Fans! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nomanslandbynac/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nomanslandbynac/support

***Sponsored by: ZocDoc.com/Trace | Visit Acorn.TV and use code trace to get 30 days free! | Visit Audible.com/ProjectHailMary | Visit BetterHelp.com/Trace to get 10% off your first month! | Visit SimpliSafe.com/Trace for 40% off your new home security system! | Download Best Fiends FREE on the Apple App Store or Google Play! | Listen on Vodacast for Bonus Content: https://rb.gy/3lkst5 ***Twenty year old Chad Langford had been working as a Military Police officer at the Redstone Arsenal, just outside Huntsville, Alabama. A bright, driven and accomplished soldier, Chad was planning to re-enlist when his term of service ended but he'd never get that chance.On Thursday, March 12th, 1992, Chad radioed that he was investigating a stalled vehicle at the base. Several minutes later, when they were unable to get a response from Chad, all MPs were directed to track him down. At 8:20pm, Chad was found lying on the ground near his cruisers, bleeding from a gunshot wound to the head. He passed away 90 minutes later.Despite the fact that Chad had been found with his legs bound, his hat shoved into his mouth, a wire around his neck and handcuffs attached to his left wrist, the Army would rule less than forty-eight hours later that the soldier had died as the result of suicide.Arguing against this, Chad's family pointed towards conflicting evidence and Chad's fears that his life was in danger. Chad had told loved ones he was working as an undercover officer and worried his identity would be revealed. The Army claimed to have no knowledge of Chad's covert work, alledging that he had made it all up to sound more important. Despite the inability to conclusively prove he fired his gun, a mysterious vehicle stopped near the scene and countless inaccuracies in their report, the Army refuses to change their ruling or consider any other evidence.Was Chad killed in the line of duty, or had he constructed an elaborate suicide plan in order to make it appear as though he had been the victim of a homicide?FB: https://www.facebook.com/TraceEvidencePod/IG: https://www.instagram.com/traceevidencepod/TW: https://twitter.com/TraceEvPodVisit https://www.trace-evidence.com for more information, case photos, contact information and more.Merch: https://traceevidence.threadless.com/ Music Courtesy of: "Lost Time" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

The High Ground is the official podcast of U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command. In this Special Edition episode recognizing the 20th anniversary of the attacks on 9/11, SMDC Technical Center Director Thomas Webber and William (Kip) At Lee of the Special Access Control Office recount what it was like for them on the ground in Washington DC, and how that experience effected them, then and now. Recorded at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama and Colorado Springs, Colorado. Released September 10, 2021

Rich Hoffman is a 25+ year Army Information Technology (IT) defense contractor with By Light IT Professional Services. He is a senior lead architect working in the US Army Materiel Command Headquarters at Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, Alabama helping to shape the future directions of systems, networks and hosting arrangements used within the Army. For the past 55 years, since his eighth grade science class and with the Lonnie Zamora sighting in April 1964, Rich has been pursuing his primary interest in investigating, researching and lecturing on the subject of UFOs. He has investigated nearly a thousand cases and reviewed most of the cases in MUFON, Project Blue Book and other databases.He worked cooperatively on cases and presented at Wright Patterson AFB on the subject of UFOs with many FTD staff in attendance. In 2017, Richard and a few others formed the Scientific Coalition for Ufology (SCU), a think tank composed of over 60 scientists, industry professionals, academics and researchers (22 PhDs) who are dedicated to applying scientific principles to the study of the phenomena. website: explorescu.orgJames Clarkson is an Investigator who has stood in two worlds for many years – a career professional investigator in the criminal justice field and a lifelong researcher of the UFO Mystery. He has been a plainclothes military police investigator, a 20-year career city police officer and fraud investigator who has had many titles: patrol supervisor, detective sergeant, fatal accident team manager and training officer. After retiring with 20 years' service, he became a child abuse detective and then he completed another decade of service as a fraud investigator for a Washington state agency.Meanwhile, for over 30 years he has studied the mystery of UFOs with the same skills he applied to criminal investigations. In 1986 he joined the Mutual UFO Network. Applying the same passion for solving mysteries to the world of High Strangeness, James Clarkson has served as the Washington State Director of MUFON and the Special Assignments Team for MUFON. He has lectured at many UFO events across the country and in Paris as well as appearances on radio and TV. He is the author of TELL MY STORY- June Crain, the Air Force & UFOs as well as the Westport UFO Crash Retrieval Event.

Frank N. Daniels, 91, of Campbell, died on Monday, August 2, 2021 in Huntsville. Frank was born November 20, 1929, in Waynesboro, Miss. to Dewey and Mabel (Nesbitt) Daniels. He graduated from Murphy High School in Mobile. He was a long-time member and deacon of Witch Creek Baptist Church. Mr. Daniels was a resident of Arab, Alabama from 1965 until 1985. He worked for the U.S. Government at Brookley Field in Mobile and Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville. Mr. Daniels was a long time member of the Azalea Masonic Lodge in Mobile. Frank is survived by two sons, Donald (Marie) Daniels...Article Link

After careers that took her from a large New York ad agency to a small startup -- with a stint at Redstone Arsenal, too -- Megan Nivens-Tannett became a self-taught entrepreneur to found and become CEO of Flourish, her marketing and PR firm in Huntsville. She talks about that trek and the advice she gives today to clients who are looking to start businesses or expand existing ones.

The High Ground is the official podcast of U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command. In this Special Edition episode celebrating the 246th birthday of the U.S. Army Chaplain Corps, July 29, 2021, USASDC Public Affairs Specialist Ronald "Beetle" Bailey talks with SMDC Command Chaplain COL Mark Frederick. Chaplain Frederick discusses his personal journey as a Soldier and chaplain, Chaplain Corps history, what it takes to become an Army chaplain, and what chaplains provide to the Army and its people. Originally released in condensed form as a segment for The High Ground's July 7, 2021 monthly edition, this version contains the full-length interview. Recorded at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama.

The High Ground is the official podcast of U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command. In this Special Edition episode, USASMDC Public Affairs Specialist Ronald “Beetle” Bailey and Allen Meeks talk with Chief Warrant Officer 5 Wesley Klees, SMDC's Command Chief Warrant Officer, to highlight the Army Warrant Officer Birthday, July 9. During the interview Klees talks about the history of the Warrant Officer Corps, the role of warrant officers in the Army, criteria to become a warrant officer, his experiences as a warrant officer, advice to those who are considering joining the cohort; and talks directly to young warrant officers on how to excel in their careers. Originally released in condensed form as a segment for The High Ground's July 7, 2021, monthly edition, this version contains the full-length interview. Recorded at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama.

James Lomax, director of asset management and leasing at Corporate Offices Properties Trust (COPT) joins the podcast to share his perspective on office and retail commercial properties post-pandemic and his insights on what to expect in these sectors in the future. AT COPT, James is responsible for market performance of revenue generating assets at Redstone Gateway, a 468-acre amenity-rich office park joint venture development adjacent to Redstone Arsenal as part of an Enhanced Use Lease with the federal government. He believes leadership is best displayed through community service. In addition to his role at COPT, James has served as past president of Rotaract Club, was a local Chamber of Commerce Young Professional of the Year nominee in 2017, 2019, 2020, and was a Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Man of the Year nominee in 2015. He is currently a board member of the Huntsville Rotary Club and the treasurer of the North Alabama Commercial Real Estate Association (NALCOM). He was appointed by the Huntsville City Council to the Medical Clinic Board - Fifth Avenue in 2016 and re-appointed in 2020. James is a featured regular contributor to the Alabama Center for Real Estate Blog. COPT is a member of ACRE's Alabama Cabinet.

Colonel Michael S. Oshiki is a native of Washington, D.C., and a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he earned a Bachelor of Science, with a double major in zoology and history, and was commissioned as an armored cavalry officer through the University of Wisconsin-Madison Reserve Officer Training Corps program in 1987. After seven years as a line officer, including a deployment to Operation Desert Shield/Storm, Colonel Oshiki began medical school at the Uniformed Services University in 1994, and graduated in 1998. He completed a residency in Family Medicine at DeWitt Army Community Hospital Fort Belvior, VA , in 2001, where he served as Chief Resident. Most recently, COL Oshiki completed a Master's Degree in National Security Resource Strategy at the National Defense University Eisenhower School. Prior to starting at the Eisenhower School, Colonel Oshiki served as the Commander of Fox Army Health Center, Redstone Arsenal, AL.

In a show where many hush,hush secrets are revealed, “Exploring the Bizarre,” (KCORradio,com) hosts Tim Beckley and Tim Swartz welcomes RICH HOFFMAN who for the past 56 years, since his eighth grade science class and timed with the Lonnie Zamora sighting on 24 April 1964, has been pursuing his primary interest in investigating, researching and lecturing on the subject of UFOs. He even had the opportunity to lecture to the Air Force on the subject UFOs at Wright Patterson, AFB, where he has established some communications links with officials there. Rich Hoffman is a 25+ year Army Information Technology (IT) defense contractor with By Light IT Professional Services. He is a Senior Lead Architect working in the US Army Materiel Command Head Quarters at Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, Alabama helping to shape the future directions of systems, networks and application hosting arrangements used within the Army. In June 2017, Rich left his position as MUFON Director, Strategic Projects, and Alabama State Director along with other positions within MUFON. He is still a Benefactor and as such is a lifetime subscribing only member. Currently, he is supporting a newly formed group called the Scientific Coalition for UAP Studies (SCU), a coalition of like-minded serious and dedicated scientists and professionals who want to solve the phenomena using scientific methodologies and leverage current technologies to do so. He is also a member of a team of scientists and engineers working in UFOData, a project within CUFOS. This project seeks to develop a mobile technology platform into hotspot areas that would serve to collect critical data via cameras, sensors, tracking equipment and much more. Rich passes along information not generally know before -- one of the reasons we are considered the "benchmark program" in the field.

Today's story: A new home for U.S. Space Command

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Gene and Randall welcome UFO researcher Richard Hoffman for a return visit. As of this interview, Rich has been following the topic for well over 50 decades. He is a member of NARCAP, the Planetary Society, and works among a group of academics and scientists with the Scientific Coalition for UAP Studies (SCU). In his working life, he is an Enterprise Architect working at Redstone Arsenal and the Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama. One of Rich’s projects is the investigation of mysterious balls of lights that appear in Alabama. In this interview, we talk to Rich about this light phenomenon, its history, and Rich’s ongoing investigation into UFOs. He also talks about the Pentagon's UFO task force, and what the government might know about the phenomenon.

In the first of our two-part interview, Jimmy Means sits down with hosts Rick Houston and Steve Waid to discuss his career as an independent driver and team owner. Before getting down to business, Rick discovers that Jimmy's mom worked at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama, the same Army base on which he was born a LONG, LONG time ago. Jimmy then turns his attention to busting Steve's chops a little bit over a long-ago joke. In our second segment, Rick and Steve dig into the April 23, 1987 issue of Grand National Scene. The cover story featured Jimmy and fellow NASCAR independents J.D. McDuffie, James Hylton and Elmo Langley, with additional stories on engine builder Keith Dorton, Herb Nab and NASCAR participants going through media training. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the first of our two-part interview, Jimmy Means sits down with hosts Rick Houston and Steve Waid to discuss his career as an independent driver and team owner. Before getting down to business, Rick discovers that Jimmy's mom worked at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama, the same Army base on which he was born a LONG, LONG time ago. Jimmy then turns his attention to busting Steve's chops a little bit over a long-ago joke. In our second segment, Rick and Steve dig into the April 23, 1987 issue of Grand National Scene. The cover story featured Jimmy and fellow NASCAR independents J.D. McDuffie, James Hylton and Elmo Langley, with additional stories on engine builder Keith Dorton, Herb Nab and NASCAR participants going through media training.

One of the original members of the U.S. Army’s Special Forces Delta unit, Mike Vining, joins Tim to talk about his highly decorated career that started in Vietnam and ended in the late 1990s, encompassing many historical missions. Mike was an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) operator in the Delta Force, among many other responsibilities. He tells us what goes through the mind of an explosives specialist when time is tight and it could be a matter of life and death. https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/shapingopinion/Delta_Force_auphonic.mp3 Mike Vining was in high school when he saw the news about the Tet Offensive in Vietnam. The offensive was one of the largest and bloodiest attacks the communist forces of North Vietnam – the Viet Cong – waged against South Vietnamese and American troops. Mike saw what was happening and decided to join the military. He wanted to be in Vietnam joining the fight. Not long after that, Mike got his wish. Before shipping off to Vietnam, Mike completed the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) program in the Army, which also involved learning how to dispose of nuclear weapons. Disembarking a C-141 aircraft after operation Eagle Claw; L to R: Dennis E. Wolfe, Durwin D. Dengerud, Lawrence N. Freedman, William L. Welsch, and Mike R. Vining. The army sent Mike to Vietnam, where he spent 12 months on combat duty, before his honorable discharge in 1971. Two years later, Mike reentered the Army and served as an EOD specialist once again.  That was the beginning of a long and decorated career in the Army that included serving as one of the first operators in the U.S. Army Special Forces, and its Delta Force unit. He saw action around the world, from missions to Iran during the 1979 U.S. embassy hostage crisis, to many other operations, ultimately serving on the ground in Operation Desert Storm. In this episode, Mike talks about the events that shaped the Special Forces, from an ill-fated desert mission to rescue 53 American hostages in the U.S. Embassy in Tehran, to many other touch and go situations. Links Sergeant Major Mike Vining (Retired), Together We Served 8 Epic Reflections on the Career of the Internet's Most Badass Military Meme, We Are The Mighty Mike Vining, Universal Ship Cancellation Society Delta Force: Missions and History, Military.com U.S. Army Delta Force, Armed Forces History Museum What Special Ops Learned 40 Years Ago from Operation Eagle Claw, Military Times Operation Urgent Fury: The 1983 US Invasion of Grenada, War History Online About this Episode’s Guest Mike Vining Sergeant Major Mike R. Vining (Retired), U.S. Army, was born in Greenville, Michigan on 12 August 1950 to Roger and Arlene Vining. He graduated from Tri-County High School in 1968 and enlisted in the Army in July of 1968. After completing Basic Training at Fort Knox, Kentucky, he attended the Ammunition Renovation Course, at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama. he completed the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Program, Indian Head, Maryland in May of 1969 and reported to the Technical Escort Unit, Edgewood Arsenal, Maryland during which time he completed the Nuclear Weapons Disposal Course. In 1970 he deployed to the Republic of Vietnam where he was assigned to the 99th Ordnance Detachment (EOD), Phuoc Vinh. Upon completion of 12 months of combat duty, Sergeant Major Vining was honorably discharged from the United States Army on February 1971. Sergeant Major Vining reentered the Army in 1973 and was assigned to the 63rd Ordnance Detachment (EOD), Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. In 1978, he was accepted to the 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment (SFOD) - Delta, where he served with distinction until 1985. He completed the first Operator Training Course, subsequently participating in numerous combat operations including Operation EAGLE CLAW, the Iranian Hostage Rescue Mission and Operation URGENT FURY, the invasion of Grenada.

One of the original members of the U.S. Army's Special Forces Delta unit, Mike Vining, joins Tim to talk about his highly decorated career that started in Vietnam and ended in the late 1990s, encompassing many historical missions. Mike was an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) operator in the Delta Force, among many other responsibilities. He tells us what goes through the mind of an explosives specialist when time is tight and it could be a matter of life and death. https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/shapingopinion/Delta_Force_auphonic.mp3 Mike Vining was in high school when he saw the news about the Tet Offensive in Vietnam. The offensive was one of the largest and bloodiest attacks the communist forces of North Vietnam – the Viet Cong – waged against South Vietnamese and American troops. Mike saw what was happening and decided to join the military. He wanted to be in Vietnam joining the fight. Not long after that, Mike got his wish. Before shipping off to Vietnam, Mike completed the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) program in the Army, which also involved learning how to dispose of nuclear weapons. Disembarking a C-141 aircraft after operation Eagle Claw; L to R: Dennis E. Wolfe, Durwin D. Dengerud, Lawrence N. Freedman, William L. Welsch, and Mike R. Vining. The army sent Mike to Vietnam, where he spent 12 months on combat duty, before his honorable discharge in 1971. Two years later, Mike reentered the Army and served as an EOD specialist once again.  That was the beginning of a long and decorated career in the Army that included serving as one of the first operators in the U.S. Army Special Forces, and its Delta Force unit. He saw action around the world, from missions to Iran during the 1979 U.S. embassy hostage crisis, to many other operations, ultimately serving on the ground in Operation Desert Storm. In this episode, Mike talks about the events that shaped the Special Forces, from an ill-fated desert mission to rescue 53 American hostages in the U.S. Embassy in Tehran, to many other touch and go situations. Links Sergeant Major Mike Vining (Retired), Together We Served 8 Epic Reflections on the Career of the Internet's Most Badass Military Meme, We Are The Mighty Mike Vining, Universal Ship Cancellation Society Delta Force: Missions and History, Military.com U.S. Army Delta Force, Armed Forces History Museum What Special Ops Learned 40 Years Ago from Operation Eagle Claw, Military Times Operation Urgent Fury: The 1983 US Invasion of Grenada, War History Online About this Episode's Guest Mike Vining Sergeant Major Mike R. Vining (Retired), U.S. Army, was born in Greenville, Michigan on 12 August 1950 to Roger and Arlene Vining. He graduated from Tri-County High School in 1968 and enlisted in the Army in July of 1968. After completing Basic Training at Fort Knox, Kentucky, he attended the Ammunition Renovation Course, at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama. he completed the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Program, Indian Head, Maryland in May of 1969 and reported to the Technical Escort Unit, Edgewood Arsenal, Maryland during which time he completed the Nuclear Weapons Disposal Course. In 1970 he deployed to the Republic of Vietnam where he was assigned to the 99th Ordnance Detachment (EOD), Phuoc Vinh. Upon completion of 12 months of combat duty, Sergeant Major Vining was honorably discharged from the United States Army on February 1971. Sergeant Major Vining reentered the Army in 1973 and was assigned to the 63rd Ordnance Detachment (EOD), Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. In 1978, he was accepted to the 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment (SFOD) - Delta, where he served with distinction until 1985. He completed the first Operator Training Course, subsequently participating in numerous combat operations including Operation EAGLE CLAW, the Iranian Hostage Rescue Mission and Operation URGENT FURY, the invasion of Grenada.

Read through hundreds of reports giving the same descriptions. What I learned about ufo reports in Alabama was that many triangle shaped crafts with white lights on the corners and a red light in the middle were seen. Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville seems to be a definite hotspot.

Hear the extraordinary story of what God can do through those who are willing to show up. This is part five of the Mark Stearns story.   Lincoln Village Ministry: https://lincolnvillageministry.com YouTube: Search “Lincoln Village History Huntsville AL SongLever: https://songlever.com  Epic Friday Five: https://epic2.com/pages/contact Submit Questions for Q&A Episode: call 833GOEPIC2 Lincoln Village History:  Located about a mile north of downtown Huntsville, the Lincoln neighborhood traces its beginnings to December 1900 when Madison Spinning Company laid the foundations for a short-lived textile factory  named Abingdon Mill. In 1918, Massachusetts textile baron William Lincoln Barrell bought the factory out of bankruptcy and turned it into Lincoln Mill, a fabric-making factory.  Lincoln Mill became the largest of the city’s four textile plants with its own housing community of tidy, shotgun-style rental houses a short walk from the factory. After a series of strikes, the property ceased operation in 1955. In 1957, Huntsville Industrial Associates, an alliance of 35 local business and government leaders led by Carl T. Jones, purchased the property. This center went on to bridge the era of production to technology. Brown Engineering, now known as Teledyne Brown, performed some of the early contract missile work from Lincoln. Much of the work that occurred in this building was instrumental in helping put men on the moon. Over time, these companies relocated to Redstone Arsenal or Research Park. As the companies left, their space was either abandoned or rented as storage.  The abandonment of the mill led to the downfall of the neighborhood where mill workers had taken such pride in their family homes. In 2002, Mark Stearns walked the streets of Lincoln to see the living conditions and realized there were no options for under-resourced citizens to provide a decent housing option for their family. Lincoln Village Ministry was formed to help address this issue.  The median income in the Lincoln community is $21,365 for a family of four. Many of the families served are victims of childhood trauma and most lack a support system. The Lincoln community consists of 98% single parent households, 100% working families, and widespread generational poverty. Thirty-seven children receive counseling from an on-site NOVA counselor. 

In this episode of The Public Radio Hour, we continue to explore Alabama's New Normal, as the state tries to reopen businesses and resume daily life as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to grow. We'll talk about the challenges of reigniting live music and the performing arts with Purple 19 founder Judy Allison, discover the joys of curbside service with Alyx Kim-yohn of the Huntsville Madison County Public Library, learn about efforts to keep the mission alive at Redstone Arsenal with Garrison Commander Colonel Kelsey Smith and talk with vendors and patrons at Greene Street Market at Nativity. Related links : Greene Street Market at Nativity Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/The-Greene-Street-Market-at-Nativity-199822090052758/ Purple 19 Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/purple19hsv/ Team Redstone Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/teamredstone/ Huntsville Madison County Public Library website - https://hmcpl.org/ HMCPL Digital Resources - https://hmcpl.org/hmcplconnects WLRH Resources for Students and Families page - http://wlrh.org/News/resources-students-and-families WLRH How To Help in the Tennessee Valley page - http://wlrh.org/News/how-help-tennessee-valley WLRH Info. About COVID-19 in North Alabama - http://wlrh.org/News/info-about-covid-19-north-alabama  

Hear the extraordinary story of what God can do through those who are willing to show up. This is part four of the Mark Stearns story.   Lincoln Village Ministry: https://lincolnvillageministry.com YouTube: Search “Lincoln Village History Huntsville AL SongLever: https://songlever.com  Epic Friday Five: https://epic2.com/pages/contact Submit Questions for Q&A Episode: call 833GOEPIC2 Lincoln Village History:  Located about a mile north of downtown Huntsville, the Lincoln neighborhood traces its beginnings to December 1900 when Madison Spinning Company laid the foundations for a short-lived textile factory  named Abingdon Mill. In 1918, Massachusetts textile baron William Lincoln Barrell bought the factory out of bankruptcy and turned it into Lincoln Mill, a fabric-making factory.  Lincoln Mill became the largest of the city’s four textile plants with its own housing community of tidy, shotgun-style rental houses a short walk from the factory. After a series of strikes, the property ceased operation in 1955. In 1957, Huntsville Industrial Associates, an alliance of 35 local business and government leaders led by Carl T. Jones, purchased the property. This center went on to bridge the era of production to technology. Brown Engineering, now known as Teledyne Brown, performed some of the early contract missile work from Lincoln. Much of the work that occurred in this building was instrumental in helping put men on the moon. Over time, these companies relocated to Redstone Arsenal or Research Park. As the companies left, their space was either abandoned or rented as storage.  The abandonment of the mill led to the downfall of the neighborhood where mill workers had taken such pride in their family homes. In 2002, Mark Stearns walked the streets of Lincoln to see the living conditions and realized there were no options for under-resourced citizens to provide a decent housing option for their family. Lincoln Village Ministry was formed to help address this issue.  The median income in the Lincoln community is $21,365 for a family of four. Many of the families served are victims of childhood trauma and most lack a support system. The Lincoln community consists of 98% single parent households, 100% working families, and widespread generational poverty. Thirty-seven children receive counseling from an on-site NOVA counselor. 

Hear the extraordinary story of what God can do through those who are willing to show up. This is part three of the Mark Stearns story.   Lincoln Village Ministry: https://lincolnvillageministry.com YouTube: Search “Lincoln Village History Huntsville AL” Epic Friday Five: https://epic2.com/pages/contact Submit Questions for Q&A Episode: call 833GOEPIC2 Lincoln Village History:  Located about a mile north of downtown Huntsville, the Lincoln neighborhood traces its beginnings to December 1900 when Madison Spinning Company laid the foundations for a short-lived textile factory  named Abingdon Mill. In 1918, Massachusetts textile baron William Lincoln Barrell bought the factory out of bankruptcy and turned it into Lincoln Mill, a fabric-making factory.  Lincoln Mill became the largest of the city’s four textile plants with its own housing community of tidy, shotgun-style rental houses a short walk from the factory. After a series of strikes, the property ceased operation in 1955. In 1957, Huntsville Industrial Associates, an alliance of 35 local business and government leaders led by Carl T. Jones, purchased the property. This center went on to bridge the era of production to technology. Brown Engineering, now known as Teledyne Brown, performed some of the early contract missile work from Lincoln. Much of the work that occurred in this building was instrumental in helping put men on the moon. Over time, these companies relocated to Redstone Arsenal or Research Park. As the companies left, their space was either abandoned or rented as storage.  The abandonment of the mill led to the downfall of the neighborhood where mill workers had taken such pride in their family homes. In 2002, Mark Stearns walked the streets of Lincoln to see the living conditions and realized there were no options for under-resourced citizens to provide a decent housing option for their family. Lincoln Village Ministry was formed to help address this issue.  The median income in the Lincoln community is $21,365 for a family of four. Many of the families served are victims of childhood trauma and most lack a support system. The Lincoln community consists of 98% single parent households, 100% working families, and widespread generational poverty. Thirty-seven children receive counseling from an on-site NOVA counselor. 

Join me as I welcome the great Rich Hoffman, and someone I got to meet in person during the 2016 Mufon event in Orlando while hosting Skywatchers Radio with Crystal, and Seth. Rich like the rest of us is locked in during the CoronaVirus outbreak, and last time we spoke he was doing well and Virus free. He's both a wonderful guest, and ufology expert. Also one heck of a nice gentleman. #PSNRADIO #ThaJackal #AngelEspino Website: www.psn-radio.com OR www.angelespino.com Rich Hoffman has been investigating the UFO phenomena for over 52 years. He grew up in Dayton, Ohio, the home of Project Blue Book, the US Air Force Project that was in place from 1952 to 1969. At age 15 Rich appeared on a Phil Donahue show in Dayton and became known as the local UFO expert which quickly propelled him into presenting to associations, churches, and many other organizations and appeared on TV and radio. Rich is also a member of NARCAP, the Planetary Society, and the Scientific Coalition for Ufology (SCU). The later is known for their thorough report on a UFO video captured by Homeland Security in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. Rich is an IT professional working for a defense contractor firm supporting the Army Materiel Command HQ located at Redstone Arsenal, in Huntsville, Alabama. In this episode, we discuss the creation of the SCU and what they have been up to. We also discuss their upcoming scientific conference, the Anomalous Aerospace Phenomenon Conference (AAPC), which we will be held in Huntsville, Alabama. Huntsville is the home of the Redstone Arsenal, where modern rocketry began. It is also the home of the U.S. Space and Rocket Center and NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center. For more information about SCU, visit: ExploreSCU.org

In this episode, I talk with Ana Lewis of Native or Not. Ana and I have something in common; at the time of this recording, our husbands were both stationed at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama. Because of that commonality, we do talk about a lot of resources that are specific to the Huntsville area, but you can definitely use those ideas as a foundation for finding similar resources in your own duty location. We also discuss how Ana's search for funding led her to the StreetShares grant program, her participation in the pitch presentation, and how that process was such a boost for growing her fledgling business. Local Resources: Tourism Office: discover/connect with local businesses Print/Online Publications, Local Media: grow brand recognition in a new location CoWorking Facilities: search for events & opportunities that are open to the public Colleges/Universities: may have entrepreneurial programs and/or facilities you can utilize Military-Specific Resources: https://www.sba.gov/local-assistance/find/?type=Women%27s%20Business%20Center&pageNumber=1 (Women's Business Centers) https://www.sba.gov/offices/headquarters/ovbd/resources/1548576 (Veteran's Business Outreach Center (VBOC)) https://streetsharesfoundation.org/the-veteran-small-business-award (Street Shares Grant Program) Ana's Contact Information: Business Name: Native or Not Website: http://www.nativeornot.net/ (www.nativeornot.net)  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nativeornothsv/ (https://www.facebook.com/nativeornothsv/) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/native_or_not_hsv/ (https://www.instagram.com/native_or_not_hsv/)

Rich Hoffman  is a 25+ year Army Information Technology (IT) defense contractor with By Light IT Professional Services.  He is a  Senior Lead Architect working in the US Army Materiel Command Head Quarters at Redstone Arsenal,  Huntsville, Alabama helping to shape the future directions of systems, networks and application hosting  arrangements used within the Army.    For the past 55 years, since his eighth-grade science class and timed with the Lonnie Zamora sighting on 24  April 1964, Rich has been pursuing his primary interest in investigating, researching and lecturing on the  subject of UFOs. He even had the opportunity to lecture to the Air Force on the subject at Wright Patterson, AFB.  In June 2017, Rich left his position as MUFON Director, Strategic Projects, and Alabama State Director along  with other positions within MUFON. He is still a Benefactor and as such is a lifetime subscribing only  member. Currently, he is supporting a newly formed group called the Scientific Coalition for UAP Studies  (SCU), a coalition of like-minded serious and dedicated scientists and professionals who want to solve the  phenomena using scientific methodologies and leverage current technologies to do so.  He is also a member of a team of scientists and engineers working in UFOData, a project within CUFOS.  This project seeks to develop a mobile technology platform into hotspot areas that would serve to collect  critical data via cameras, sensors, tracking equipment and much more.

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Operation Paperclip brought German scientists and their families to America in the chaos following WWII. Uwe Hueter provides firsthand experiences about life when his father Hans’ followed Wernher Von Braun to Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville.

Why mount a Javelin on a Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV)? Why is Russia buying 100 new-generation attack helicopters? And what's the future of manned-unmanned teaming technologies?In this episode of the Weekly Defence Podcast, the team look at the implications of the major defence stories of the week, we speak to L3 Technologies about its development of MUM-T and we discuss the future of UK defence exports with the director of the Defence and Security Organisation (DSO).In our Industry Voice segment, meanwhile, our sponsor Nammo discusses the implications of the main defence stories of the first half of 2019.News Round Up (01:00)This week in the news…The team discusses the escalation of tensions between the US and Iran, following Iran's Revolutionary Guard shooting down a BAMS-D version of the RQ-4 Global Hawk on 19 June.Elsewhere, Deputy Land Editor Beth Maundrill looks at the implications of a test at Redstone Arsenal in which a Javelin anti-tank guided missile was tested using a Kongsberg remote weapon station mounted on a Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV).In the air domain, Senior Reporter Tim Martin and Air Domain Helen Haxell look at Russian MoD plans to place a large-scale order for no fewer than 98 Mi-28NM new-generation attack helicopters.Tim also outlines how the co-axial Sikorsky S-97 Raider programme has managed to successfully overcome software-based problems but has yet to achieve a self-imposed speed target of 220kt.Out at sea, Editor-in-Chief Richard Thomas provides an update on both the US Navy's Future Guided Missile Frigate (FFG(X)) and future Large Surface Combatant (LSC). Two RfIs were released for the latter in February 2019 and the navy now reports it has received responses from more than 30 potential industry partners.Paris Air Show coverage – The future of manned/unmanned teaming (20:13)Air Domain Editor Helen Haxell sits down with L3 Technologies to talk about manned-unmanned teaming developments and how the technology has evolved. Daniel Gelston, L3 Technologies President of Broadband Communications Sector and Rob Johnston, Director of Business Development at the company provide their insight.Interview – Mark Goldsack, Director of the UK's Defence and Security Organisation (DSO) (33:33)Tony Skinner, VP Content, speaks to the Director of the UK's Defence and Security Organisation (DSO), Mark Goldsack, about the future of defence exports and the role that technology transfer now plays in international partnering across the sector.Industry Voice – Nammo (46:49)In this week's Industry Voice Tony Skinner, our VP of Content, and Endre Lunde, SVP of Communications for Nammo, talk about the main defence stories to have dominated the headlines in the first half of 2019.Music and sound mixing provided by Fred Prest

A former Brigadier General and astronaut, Robert Stewart continues his blow-by-blow accounting of the politics behind the space program, military involvement in rocket tests and the birth of NASA and the Marshall Space Flight Center. He details how the German rocket specialists escaped the Nazis to come to the United States where their knowledge helped the American military pursue the quest for outer space and race Russia to the moon.

General Robert Stewart, the first Army soldier to fly in space, gives the history of how the Huntsville Arsenal went from making chemical weapons during WWII to becoming the Redstone Arsenal and the birthplace of the space program. Stewart's captivating story covers the rivalries, players and political maneuvering in Redstone Arsenal history; the selection of Huntsville and its start with WWII chemical weapons; name changes, growth and transformation; the eye-opening interrogation of Wernher von Braun.

Two weeks ago, I attended the very first Scientific Coalition for Ufology (SCU) conference in Huntsville, AL, just outside the gates of the historic Redstone Arsenal, one of the birthplaces of NASA. The SCU was formed in part to address … Continue reading →

Dr. Kevin Knuth is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at the University at Albany (SUNY), and is the Editor-in-Chief of the journal Entropy (MDPI). He is a former NASA research scientist having worked for four years at NASA Ames Research Center in the Intelligent Systems Division designing artificial intelligence algorithms for astrophysical data analysis. His current research interests include the foundations of physics, quantum information, inference and inquiry, autonomous robotics, and the search for and characterization of extrasolar planets. He has published over 90 peer-reviewed publications and has been invited to give over 80 presentations in 14 countries. Kevin was also a recent presenter at the Anomalous Aerospace Phenomena Conference (AAPC) hosted by the Scientific Coalition for Ufology (SCU) held near the Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama. Kevin’s talk was titled, “Constraints on Societies Engaged in Relativistic Interstellar Travel,” and covered the odd spacetime effects this sort of travel would entail. In this episode, Kevin discusses the effects individuals traveling in this manner would experience, and the odd effects and problems that would occur with a group traveling in this manner interacting with others. We also discuss Kevin’s experience and thoughts on how the scientific community views the UFO topic. Fore more about Kevin visit: http://knuthlab.rit.albany.edu/

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Rich Hoffman has been investigating the UFO phenomena for over 52 years. He grew up in Dayton, Ohio, the home of Project Blue Book, the US Air Force Project that was in place from 1952 to 1969. At age 15 Rich appeared on a Phil Donahue show in Dayton and became known as the local UFO expert which quickly propelled him into presenting to associations, churches, and many other organizations and appeared on TV and radio. Rich is also a member of NARCAP, the Planetary Society, and the Scientific Coalition for Ufology (SCU). The later is known for their thorough report on a UFO video captured by Homeland Security in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. Rich is an IT professional working for a defense contractor firm supporting the Army Materiel Command HQ located at Redstone Arsenal, in Huntsville, Alabama. In this episode, we discuss the creation of the SCU and what they have been up to. We also discuss their upcoming scientific conference, the Anomalous Aerospace Phenomenon Conference (AAPC), which we will be held in Huntsville, Alabama. Huntsville is the home of the Redstone Arsenal, where modern rocketry began. It is also the home of the U.S. Space and Rocket Center and NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center. For more information about the SCU, visit: ExploreSCU.org See the UFO Headlines at: OpenMinds.tv Watch UFOs...Serioulsy LIVE and see other videos from Alejandro at: www.youtube.com/c/thealejandroadvantage Alejandro’s Blog: alejandrotrojas.com

Chris Gardner is organizing the DevSpace conference. This episode is sponsored by Smartsheet. Show Notes: Redstone Arsenal is a U.S. Army post The U.S. Space & Rocket Center is in Huntsville Company mentioned: Intergraph & Hexagon The "hallway conference" is a term referring the elements of a conference that take place outside of the normal breakout sessions. Follow-up conversations, networking, maybe even impromptu learning and hacking. We talked briefly about embedded development. Be sure to listen to Episode 083 with James Munns For another episode about conferences, be sure to check out Episode 040 with Matthew Revell The University of Alabama in Huntsville Other conference mentioned: Code PaLOUsa and THAT Conference "Gaines" was also mentioned. This is Gaines Kergosien, the director of Music City Tech, where this episode was recorded. And last but not least, Chris’s conference: DevSpace Chris Gardner is on Twitter. Want to be on the next episode? You can! All you need is the willingness to talk about something technical. Music is by Joe Ferg, check out more music on JoeFerg.com!

By the late 1940’s, it became obvious that Army ballistic missile research activities required more room than what was available at Fort Bliss, Texas. After a long and through search the decision was made to move to the Redstone arsenal at Huntsville, Alabama. A farm town know for watercress, cotton and mosquitoes. The Redstone Arsenal was chosen for several reasons: it was on a large tract of government property, its location on the Tennessee River gave it access to the electrical power of the Tennessee Valley Authority, the climate was good, and it was not too far from Cape Canaveral, whose long range proving ground was growing in importance.

Rich Hoffman has been investigating the UFO phenomena for over 52 years. He grew up in Dayton, Ohio, the home of Project Blue Book, the US Air Force Project that was in place from 1952 to 1969. At age 15 he appeared on a Phil Donahue show in Dayton and became known as the local UFO expert which quickly propelled him into presenting to associations, churches, and many other organizations and appeared on TV and radio. When the Mutual UFO Network (MUFON) first formed, he quickly joined and held numerous positions, including the State Director for Alabama, Director of MUFON Strategic Projects and served on the MUFON Science Review Board’s Top 10 case review committee. Rich is also a member of NARCAP, the Planetary Society, and although he is no longer with MUFON, he continues UFO investigations on his own and with the Scientific Coalition for Ufology (SCU). The later is known for their thorough report on a UFO video captured by Homeland Security in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. Rich is an IT professional working for a defense contractor firm supporting the Army Materiel Command HQ located at Redstone Arsenal, in Huntsville, Alabama. One of Rich’s current projects is the investigation of mysterious balls of lights that appear in Alabama. In this interview, we talk to Rich about this light phenomenon, its history, and Rich’s ongoing investigation. For more about Rich and the Scientific Coalition for Ufology (SCU), visit: www.ExploreSCU.org For more about the Cloverdale lights, read his article on OpenMinds.tv: Cloverdale UAP Project: Investigating the “Spooklights” UFO phenomenon in Alabama

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Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change. Of his own will he brought us forth by the word of truth, that we should be a kind of firstfruits of his creatures. - James 1:17-18 (ESV) The grace of God is a beautiful truth. When we realize what God has done for us it can be overwhelming. But when we encounter difficulty and tragedy, our rest and awe of the grace of God can grow dim. How do we continue to see God’s grace even in the difficulties of life? As we come together this week we will consider God’s good gifts to us by looking at James 1. I’m excited to have Jon Wymer open up God’s word to us. Jon has joined us for the last few months. He is here on temporary assignment to the Redstone Arsenal. But in civilian life he is the pastor of York EV Free Church in York, Nebraska. It's been great to get to know him. I’m looking forward to what he shares with us.

Space expert Mike Bara looks at the secret space program of the American military that has been going on for over 60 years. Bara looks the Army Ballistic Missile Agency’s proposed Project Horizon which was a study to determine the feasibility of constructing a scientific / military base on the Moon. On June 8, 1959, a group at the Army Ballistic Missile Agency (ABMA) produced for the U.S. Department of the Army a report entitled Project Horizon, A U.S. Army Study for the Establishment of a Lunar Military Outpost. The permanent outpost was predicted to cost $6 billion and was to become operational in December 1966 with twelve soldiers stationed at the Moon base. Wernher von Braun, head of ABMA, appointed Heinz-Hermann Koelle to head the project team at Redstone Arsenal. Their plans called for 147 early Saturn A-class rocket launches to loft spacecraft components for assembly in low Earth orbit at a spent-tank space station. A lunar landing-and-return vehicle would have shuttled up to 16 astronauts at a time to the base and back. While officially Project Horizon was scrapped by the military, or was it? Bara looks into the secret space program, the possibility of secret bases on the Moon and many rumors surrounding the military’s secret projects in space.The book will ask and answer many questions. Was Wernher von Braun involved in the Roswell crash investigation? Why did he suddenly become fascinated with highly advanced theoretical physics propulsion systems during the Apollo years, and why did all of this public research suddenly “go black” in the early 1960s? Did NASA and the Pentagon know and expect to find evidence of alien bases on the Moon? Did the Apollo 12 astronauts deliberately damage the TV cameras in order to hide their explorations of one of these bases? What was the top secret “Chapel Bell” experiment on Apollo 16? 

Bernard Tessman and Karl Heimburg worked for Dr. Werhner von Braun in Nazi Germany on the V-2 rocket program. After WWII, 118 rocket scientists were brought over from Germany to work for the US Army. In this episode, Tessman and Heimburg remember those early days launching V-2 rockets in White Sands, New Mexico and the decision to locate the Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama. After President Kennedy announced the goal of putting a man on the moon by the end of the decade, the decision was made to build a rocket test facility in Hancock County, Bernard Tessman led the design team. He recalls the swampy conditions of the Pearl River basin. In a podcast extra, Heimburg explains why the decision to build the Hancock County facility was based on unrealistic expectations. Today, the isolated location of the Stennis Space Center allows for the testing of larger engines.

  This week Andy and David talk Mexican Food! David starts by telling us about his experience at the Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, AL. Then Andy talks about his favorite Mexican restaurant in Raleigh, El Rodeo. David and Andy them discuss the wonderfulness that is the FREE NACHO BAR at Chuy's. David talks up the Taco Cabana located all over Texas and finally David tries to sell Andy on Chipotle. Plus a don't miss discussion on "Cheese Dip" vs. "Queso.". Enjoy.

On this episode, U.S. and Afghan forces take the offensive and search for weapons hidden by the insurgency, Redstone Arsenal looks at ways to eliminate the threat of snipers, a special group of Soldiers lights up the night sky, a service member keeps moving one step at a time, and wounded warriors are given the chance to catch some relief.

A new study by the U.S. Army Research Laboratory says gunners, patrol personnel, cooks, medics and other Soldiers who wear helmets for long periods of time could get much needed head and neck relief from a revolutionary device. Available in high definition.