Podcasts about vietnam veterans

In the 1960s, America was fighting two wars at once: one in Vietnam and another at home over civil rights.Acclaimed journalist and author Wil Haygood grew up watching both unfold. Young men from his Columbus, Ohio, neighborhood disappeared into the war in Vietnam while, at home, the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the unrest that followed brought the struggle for racial equality directly to his streets.In Part 1 of this three-part series, Wil joins us to explore the story behind his book, The War Within a War: The Black Struggle in Vietnam and at Home — and why the histories of the Vietnam War and the civil rights movement cannot truly be understood separately.We also meet two Black veterans whose lives illustrate that intersection.George Forrest grew up in segregated Maryland, attended Morgan State University and became an Army officer at a time when Black officers were still routinely confronted with discrimination. In 1963, while stationed with the Old Guard at Fort Myer, he found himself on alert for possible civil unrest during the March on Washington — unaware that his own parents were among the marchers.Dorothy “Dottie” Harris knew from childhood that she wanted to become a nurse. After serving in the Navy and completing nursing school, she joined the Army and volunteered for Vietnam, where she would eventually care for some of the war's most severely wounded.Their stories reveal the complicated meaning of military service for Black Americans during this era — a source of opportunity, responsibility and belonging, but also an institution that reflected many of the inequalities of the country they were serving.Wil also examines the draft, Project 100,000, and the disproportionate burden placed on Black and poor Americans as the United States searched for more men to send to Vietnam.This is Part 1 of The War Within a War. In Part 2, George Forrest goes into combat in one of the war's deadliest battles, Dottie Harris confronts the human cost of the war from a field hospital, and Wil Haygood explores how Black and white service members depended on one another for survival in Vietnam.Featured in this episode:Wil Haygood — journalist and author of The War Within a War: The Black Struggle in Vietnam and at HomeGeorge Forrest — U.S. Army veteranDorothy “Dottie” Harris — U.S. Army nurse and Vietnam veteranLearn more:Visit the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund at vvmf.orgConnect with VVMF:Facebook: facebook.com/VietnamVeteransMemorialFundInstagram: instagram.com/vnveteransmemorialYouTube: youtube.com/@VietnamVeteransMemorialFund

The Baller Lifestyle Podcast — Episode 627 Brian Beckner and Ed Daly are back for Episode 627 of The Baller Lifestyle Podcast! EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 — Welcome to Episode 627 Brian and Ed kick things off with Patreon plugs, listener contact information and a discussion about Ed finally getting cleared by his doctor to resume physical activity. 06:00 — The Gym Playlist From Hell Ed encounters a fellow apartment-gym resident blasting The Police while working out. Brian and Ed debate gym etiquette, loud grunting and the bizarre things people do when they think nobody is watching. 13:00 — Brian's Costco Narration Problem Brian discovers that, without headphones, he apparently narrates his entire Costco shopping trip out loud. 17:00 — The HOA Loud-Noise Complaint Brian reveals the story of an HOA complaint involving noises coming from his apartment — and the awkward aftermath with his neighbor. 25:00 — Helicopter Traffic Reports: Do We Still Need Them? Ed questions why television stations still use helicopters for traffic reports in the age of smartphones, GPS and real-time traffic apps. 32:00 — Local News and the Comfort of Knowing Someone Is Live Brian explains why he used to leave local news playing in the background — and remembers a longtime local news anchor with an unforgettable cough. R.I.P. SEGMENT 38:00 — Gloria Steinem The hosts discuss the longtime feminist activist and writer. 40:00 — Tim Curry A look back at Tim Curry's memorable film and television career, including Home Alone 2, Clue, Rocky Horror and Congo. 43:00 — Barry Melrose Brian and Ed remember the legendary hockey coach and ESPN analyst — and, naturally, his spectacular mullet. 46:00 — Matt Suhey A tribute to the Chicago Bears fullback and member of the legendary 1985 Bears. 48:00 — JP Morgan & The Gong Show The hosts remember the Gong Show panelist and discuss the bizarre television culture of the 1970s. 51:00 — Other Notable Passings The R.I.P. segment continues with a wide-ranging list of entertainers, athletes, writers and other notable figures. 58:00 — The Tiny Influencer Story The hosts discuss the tragic story of influencer Eko Tiny Yebiribo and a fatal medical complication during cosmetic surgery. 1:02:00 — The Royal Family Nobody Knows The death of Norway's King Harald leads to a conversation about European monarchies and Brian's experience working for a Danish shipping company. 1:05:00 — Duncan Sheik A quick tribute to the singer-songwriter behind “Barely Breathing.” 1:07:00 — Presley Gerber The hosts discuss the death of Cindy Crawford's son at age 27. 1:09:00 — More R.I.P. Headlines Brian and Ed continue through the week's collection of notable deaths, including athletes, entertainers and media personalities. 1:17:00 — The R. Budd Dwyer Memory A disturbing childhood memory leads Brian and Ed into a discussion about infamous televised suicide footage and the lasting impact of seeing something traumatic on television. SPORTS 1:21:00 — Milton Bradley Is Back Former MLB outfielder Milton Bradley becomes the subject of the latest sports gossip, leading to plenty of jokes about his name, career and infamous temper. 1:28:00 — Lamar Odom Enters the Conversation The hosts discuss the latest bizarre celebrity relationship headline involving Lamar Odom. 1:32:00 — D.K. Metcalf and Antarctica D.K. Metcalf's reported conspiracy-theory beliefs lead Brian and Ed down a rabbit hole involving Antarctica, Atlantis and Flat Earth theories. 1:40:00 — The Antarctica Ice Wall Brian and Ed attempt to figure out what Flat Earthers actually believe is beyond the alleged Antarctic ice wall. 1:46:00 — Eric Musselman vs. the Metal Detector Guy A USC basketball photo shoot turns into an argument with a beach metal detectorist — and Brian and Ed debate whether the treasure hunter was looking for treasure or attention. 1:52:00 — Are Metal-Detecting Influencers Actually Finding Anything? The conversation expands into Storage Wars, Pawn Stars and the suspicion that reality television has to manufacture the good stuff. 1:57:00 — Travis Kelce and the Ponzi Scheme The hosts discuss reports involving Travis Kelce and a financial scheme. 2:01:00 — Brian Spots Dax Shepard at Dodger Stadium Brian tells the story of spotting Dax Shepard sitting behind home plate — and being surprised by just how jacked the actor/podcaster is. 2:06:00 — Aaron Rodgers and Shailene Woodley The hosts discuss reports surrounding Rodgers' former relationship and the strange phenomenon of celebrities publicly discussing their exes after moving on. LISTENER MAIL & VOICEMAILS 2:11:00 — The Official Baller Lifestyle Bowling Correspondent A listener checks in about his newfound bowling obsession and asks about getting his own bowling ball. 2:16:00 — Two-Handed Bowling Brian and Ed debate the two-handed bowling technique and whether a bowler even needs a thumb hole. 2:19:00 — The Underwear Debate Brian explains his longtime decision to go commando, while Ed has a very different philosophy. 2:23:00 — The Infamous Zipper Story The conversation returns to one of Brian's most uncomfortable wardrobe malfunctions. 2:27:00 — Happy Labor Day A listener weighs in on Target, corporate identity and whether large companies actually stand for anything. 2:31:00 — YouTube TV, Jon Stewart and Dynamic Pricing Brian and Ed discuss corporations, changing prices and the increasingly personalized world of online pricing. 2:36:00 — Ticketmaster Won't Let Brian Sell His Tickets Brian tells the story of buying tickets to see Sturgill Simpson, attempting to sell two of them and discovering the bizarre limitations surrounding ticket transfers. 2:41:00 — Why The Baller Lifestyle Podcast Is Different A listener praises Brian and Ed for the show's genuine, unfiltered style. 2:44:00 — The “Gay Was Straight” Running Joke G Fish sends in evidence documenting Jay Stewart's long-running Matt Gay Twitter joke. 2:48:00 — Norm Macdonald and the Art of Repetition Brian and Ed explain why an intentionally unfunny joke can become funny through sheer repetition. 2:51:00 — That's It for the Regular Show Brian and Ed wrap up the non-Patreon portion of Episode 627 and tease the ridiculous stories waiting behind the Patreon paywall. PATREON BONUS SEGMENT 2:52:00 — The Patreon Show Begins The show transitions into the Patreon-exclusive non-sports segment. 2:53:00 — The Miniature Donkey Incident A bizarre Georgia story involving a miniature donkey, police and an angry crowd kicks off the bonus material. 2:58:00 — Brian Gets a Traffic Ticket Brian tells the story of getting pulled over for making a right turn on red and questions whether the officer had jurisdiction. 3:05:00 — Ricky Springfield: Singer, Songwriter... Vietnam Veteran? The hosts discuss Rick Springfield's story about his experiences entertaining troops during the Vietnam War. 3:12:00 — “Ricky Springfield, He's a Buddy of Mine” Naturally, Brian and Ed work the Boogie Nights reference into the conversation. 3:15:00 — The Carrot Top Sex Tape Story A bizarre story involving Carrot Top, an alleged sex tape and an extortion claim becomes the next major topic. 3:22:00 — Carrot Top's Vegas Residency The hosts discuss the comedian's long-running Las Vegas career and the strange circumstances surrounding the story. 3:27:00 — Wheel of Fortune Announcer Caught Watching Disturbing Content Brian and Ed discuss the bizarre airline incident involving a television personality and what passengers can see on one another's screens. 3:34:00 — The Family Dog Story A disturbing Florida criminal case leads to one of the wildest discussions of the episode. 3:40:00 — More Non-Sports Headlines The Patreon segment continues with strange news stories, celebrity scandals and Brian and Ed's completely unfiltered reactions. 3:50:00 — Closing Out Episode 627 Brian and Ed wrap up another episode of The Baller Lifestyle Podcast. 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Fr. Bobby Blood joins to discuss Walking With Those In Tragedy? Why does tragedy exist? What do we do in the midst of real loss? Did God Take A Day Off on 9/11? What People Need In The Hardest Moments Annie - I helped a satellite office that I managed that day, one of my employees was out on the street in panic, I was helping him cope. Break 1 Lynn – 9/11 a collective trauma Break 2 What Is Hope? Colonel Stan - I am a Vietnam Veteran, I am suffering from post-traumatic stress.

For five days, nine Americans waited inside a house in Huế for a rescue that never came.Then the enemy came through the door.In the second and final part of Taking Requests, Taking Fire, John Bagwell's story moves from siege to survival as the position occupied by AFVN Detachment 5 is finally overrun during the Tet Offensive.Three men would be killed.Five would be captured and spend years as prisoners of war.John Bagwell escaped alone.Shot through the foot and separated from friendly forces, John found himself moving through enemy-held Huế with no clear path back to American lines. The Army had already reported him dead.But “The Scrawny Thing” was still alive.John recounts the chaos of the attack, the men he was forced to leave behind, and his desperate attempt to survive while wounded and alone in a city consumed by fighting.His escape would take him through the streets and rice paddies around Huế as he searched for a way back to American forces.Taking Requests, Taking Fire, Part 2 is the conclusion of John Bagwell's remarkable story — from radio disc jockey to survivor of one of the most dramatic episodes of the Tet Offensive.It is also the story of the men of AFVN Detachment 5: those who died, those who were captured, and the one man who made it out.Featured in this episode:John Bagwell — Armed Forces Vietnam Network disc jockey and Vietnam veteranLearn more:Visit the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund at vvmf.orgConnect with VVMF:Facebook: facebook.com/VietnamVeteransMemorialFundInstagram: instagram.com/vnveteransmemorialYouTube: youtube.com/@VietnamVeteransMemorialFund

Good Morning, Vietnam is entertaining. But art, in this case, is a thin imitation of real life. For six months in 1967, John Bagwell was an Armed Forces Vietnam Network disc jockey, playing rock and roll to the First Cavalry Division out of a bunker in An Khe. He'll tell you it was the best job in Vietnam — until it wasn't. This 104-pound deejay came home with a Purple Heart and a Bronze Star with a V for valor.

Kevin Simon and Wade are joined by Capt. James McCormack and Fran, Rhode Island State Representative for Associates of Vietnam Veterans of America (AVVA), for an important conversation about the future of veteran advocacy.Get access to past and bonus content with exclusive guest. Please help support the podcast and veterans so we can keep making the show - patreon.com/GulfWarSideEffects▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Fill out the Form

Episode 3352 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature a story about Vietnam Veteran scam warnings. The featured story is titled: The 6 Scams Every Veteran Should Know About. It appeared on the NCOA website and was submitted by … Continue reading → The post Episode 3352 – Vietnam Veteran Scam Warning first appeared on Vietnam Veteran News.

Kevin Simon and Wade are joined by Capt. James McCormack and Fran, Rhode Island State Representative for Associates of Vietnam Veterans of America (AVVA), for an important conversation about the future of veteran advocacy.Get access to past and bonus content with exclusive guest. Please help support the podcast and veterans so we can keep making the show - patreon.com/GulfWarSideEffects▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Fill out the Form

Episode 3351 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature a story about the new Vietnam Veteran Memorial in Glendive, MT. The story is titled: ‘Letter from Home': New sculpture in Glendive honors Vietnam veterans. It appeared on the Bozeman … Continue reading → The post Episode 3351 – New Vietnam Veteran Memorial in Montana first appeared on Vietnam Veteran News.

Episode 3350 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature a story about how New Zealand honored one of its Vietnam Veterans. The story is titled: Viet­nam vet hon­oured dec­ades on. It appeared on the Central Otago News website and … Continue reading → The post Episode 3350 – New Zealand honored a Vietnam Veteran first appeared on Vietnam Veteran News.

Ngày 18 tháng 8 năm 2026 đánh dấu 60 năm trận Long Tân, một trong những trận đánh được nhắc đến nhiều nhất trong lịch sử quân đội Úc thời Chiến tranh Việt Nam. Đây cũng là Vietnam Veterans' Day – Ngày Cựu chiến binh Chiến tranh Việt Nam của Úc, dịp để tưởng nhớ những người đã phục vụ và hy sinh trong cuộc chiến. Sáu thập niên sau, điều còn lại không chỉ là lịch sử của một trận đánh, mà còn là ký ức của những con người có liên quan trong cuộc chiến, và những người tiếp tục mang những câu chuyện ấy qua các thế hệ.

And now to another episode of my Streets of Your Town series - The Outback Project - bringing the great characters and sounds of Australia's bush to you.This episode coincides with and helps commemorate Vietnam Veterans' Day in Australia, this year marking the 60th anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan - one of the major military engagements in Australia's wartime history.In the tiny town of Morven in Queensland's remote south-west, is a small but incredibly moving memorial to the nurses who served in the Vietnam War, Australia's longest military engagement of the 20th century.The walls are covered with documentary photos from the time, of nurses deployed to Vietnam treating Australian casualties in incredibly challenging conditions, after they were retrieved from the battle zone by choppers and taken to hospitals for treatment. A visitors book bears signatures from all around Australia, with messages of appreciation for what this memorial has recognised.After writing the book “Our Vietnam Nurses”, author Annabelle Brayley was determined that the service of these brave women would be properly acknowledged, and never forgotten. The Vietnam Nurses Memorial in Morven is a tribute to their service.Annabelle is now raising funds for a bronze statue of the nurses to honour their devotion to duty, and is indefatigable in her advocacy for us to remember their courage, sacrifice and dedication under the most trying circumstances.For more shownotes and links go to my Streets of Your Town digital magazine for this episode at soyt.substack.com

The Albanese Labor government shuns and insults our Vietnam Vets, on Vietnam Veterans day. Former deputy prime minister Michael McCormack joins the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vietnam veteran Dave Sabben joined Michael McLaren to discuss the Battle of Long Tan and the impact it had on him 60 years ago on Vietnam Veterans Day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Jeremy Cordeaux is back in the chilly garage with Pete and Gary, and he opens on the day itself - 18 August, the anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan and Vietnam Veterans' Day - before turning to the news. He dismisses "melon-gate" as a media smokescreen distracting from things that matter, welcomes the opposition's plan to cut the building code from 2,000 pages to 80 (and dreams of doing the same to 17,000 pages of tax law), and asks why 100 service stations were raided for illicit tobacco when the excise is what drives people to $12 packets in the first place. The heart of the show is the NDIS. Costed on the back of an envelope at $13 billion a year, it now runs at $50 billion and is heading, Jeremy warns, for $100 billion by 2030 - and still, from Julia Gillard's founding "landmine" to Bill Shorten's warning that it was "in the hands of organised crime," no minister has taken responsibility. He is scathing about Minister Jenny McAllister saying fraud "might be something we look at," and about a plan to shift developmental-delay children into a new "Thriving Kids" bureaucracy. He also argues the Bondi attack was about immigration and hate preachers, not legal firearms - "it's not the gun, it's the person holding it" - and backs sharing immigration cuts fairly across every visa category, starting with the government's own no-go travel-advisory nations. Plus this day in history: Long Tan, the Battle of Britain's "Hardest Day," Robert Redford, Winx and the birth of Adidas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wall That Heals is coming to Battle Creek's Harper Creek High School this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A stretch of Ohio 13 near Mansfield will soon carry the name of a Madison High School graduate who left home for Vietnam and never returned.Support the show: https://richlandsource.com/membersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 3344 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature a a letter to the editor that expresses Vietnamese refugees great gratitude to Australian Vietnam Veterans. The letter is titled: A debt of gratitude to Australia’s Vietnam veterans. It appeared … Continue reading → The post Episode 3344– Vietnamese Refugee thanks Australian Vietnam Veterans first appeared on Vietnam Veteran News.

Dick is a long-time publisher, Vietnam Veteran and antiwar activist. Dick, and his wife Sharon Kyle, launched the LA Progressive in 2008 with a mission to provide a platform for progressive thought and opinion. On this podcast Dick speaks on his own experience in the Viet Nam war and his analysis on U.S. wars around the globe and the lessons of Viet Nam. https://www.laprogressive.com/

Dick is a long-time publisher, Vietnam Veteran and antiwar activist. Dick, and his wife Sharon Kyle, launched the LA Progressive in 2008 with a mission to provide a platform for progressive thought and opinion. On this podcast Dick speaks on his own experience in the Viet Nam war and his analysis on U.S. wars around the globe and the lessons of Viet Nam. https://www.laprogressive.com/

Wade and Kevin welcome back Ronald Brown, Toxic Wounds Consultant with Vietnam Veterans of America, for Part 2 of our Gulf War Illness ICD-10 discussion.The new Gulf War Illness ICD-10 code officially went live on October 1, 2025, but many Desert Storm veterans are still reporting that their VA doctors either cannot find the code in the system or do not know how to properly enter the diagnosis.Ron breaks down what the ICD-10 code actually means, what it does NOT mean, why veterans should understand the six Gulf War Illness symptom domains, and what steps veterans can take if their VA provider cannot—or will not—document Gulf War Illness in their medical record.IMPORTANTHaving the Gulf War Illness ICD-10 diagnosis in your medical record does not automatically provide VA disability compensation today.Veterans should continue filing for applicable service-connected and presumptive conditions under current VA regulations while advocacy continues for Gulf War Illness itself to receive a dedicated VA rating structure.

Sixty-five years ago today, a test aircraft sprayed herbicide over Bien Hoa province. The operation that grew from that test lasted a decade and dumped roughly 20 million gallons of herbicide on South Vietnam. In this episode we'll explore how Operation Ranch Hand affected the people who served in Vietnam — and their descendants — and how the U.S. government has responded since.

Wade and Kevin welcome back Ronald Brown, Toxic Wounds Consultant with Vietnam Veterans of America, for Part 2 of our Gulf War Illness ICD-10 discussion.The new Gulf War Illness ICD-10 code officially went live on October 1, 2025, but many Desert Storm veterans are still reporting that their VA doctors either cannot find the code in the system or do not know how to properly enter the diagnosis.Ron breaks down what the ICD-10 code actually means, what it does NOT mean, why veterans should understand the six Gulf War Illness symptom domains, and what steps veterans can take if their VA provider cannot—or will not—document Gulf War Illness in their medical record.IMPORTANTHaving the Gulf War Illness ICD-10 diagnosis in your medical record does not automatically provide VA disability compensation today.Veterans should continue filing for applicable service-connected and presumptive conditions under current VA regulations while advocacy continues for Gulf War Illness itself to receive a dedicated VA rating structure.

Episode 3339 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature a story about what the patriots in Buffalo, NY are doing to honor their Vietnam Veterans. The featured story is titled: ‘We can’t allow them to be forgotten’: Public repainting … Continue reading → The post Episode 3339 – Buffalo, NY Patriots restore city Vietnam Veteran Memorial first appeared on Vietnam Veteran News.

Listen to episode 3337 of the Vietnam Veteran news will feature a story about  Marine Vietnam Vet John Post. The featured story is titled: A Television Show About World War II Changed John Post’s Life. It appeared on the Tap … Continue reading → The post Episode 3337 – Marine Vietnam Vet John Post tells it like it is first appeared on Vietnam Veteran News.

Episode 3334 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature a story about how Vietnam Veterans Day will be celebrated at Myrtleford, Victoria. The featured story is titled: Myrtleford to host region’s Vietnam Veterans’ Day in August. It appeared on … Continue reading → The post Episode 3334 – How Vietnam Veterans Day will be celebrated in Myrtleford, Victoria first appeared on Vietnam Veteran News.

Episode 3328 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature Thomas P. Durso's outstanding op-ed about Vietnam Veterans. The featured op-ed is titled: Despite protests, Vietnam was a righteous war – and local veterans should be proud. It appeared on … Continue reading → The post Episode 3328 – Thomas P. Durso got it right – Vietnam Veterans Succeeded first appeared on Vietnam Veteran News.

Episode 3327 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature a story about what VVA Chapter 1148 is doing to serve its community and Vietnam Veterans. The featured story is titled: Commission recognizes Vietnam vets; donates $100,000 for park. It … Continue reading → The post Episode 3327 – VVA Chapter 1148 Received a $100,000 Grant first appeared on Vietnam Veteran News.

In July 1969, Job Gonzalez was lowered into a tunnel where his enemy was waiting. When he resurfaced minutes later, he was out of the frying pan and into the fire. His valor that day earned him a Silver Star recommendation that lost its way in the chaos. A mechanical engineer, Job describes trauma in the only language that fits: the point where a material bends and can't spring back.

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Episode 3319 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature a story about how a Vietnam Veteran remains were returned home. The featured story is titled: Arizona Patriot Guard Riders help return deceased Ishpeming veteran's ashes. It appeared on the … Continue reading → The post Episode 3319 – Arizona Patriot Guard Riders returned Vietnam Vet Terry Millimaki's remains to Ishpeming first appeared on Vietnam Veteran News.

We were able to meet with the whole cast for this new show by Voices in Alliance Omaha opening at Shelterbelt Theatre July 15th!   This is a thoughtful drama, described as a "memory play", about a family with their complex relationships.  At the center is the character, Nut, played by Randall Johanningsmeier and the relationship with their father, a Vietnam Veteran who is struggling with being exposed to Agent Orange and dealing with his experiences during the Vietnam War.  Nut's mother "France" as played by Kerri Forrester, and sister "Crimp" as played by Aisha Lomax, and his father "Julius" as played by Kevin Barratt also are part of this story.  Can this family who want to understand and care for each other strengthen their relationships before it's too late?  Dates: July 15– August 1, 2026 (Wednesdays through Saturdays) @Shelterbelt Theatre For tickets:  https://viaomaha.org. Opening weekend is pay what you wish! HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on You Tube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!

In EP118, "The Void," we joined Mark Coonrad on a road trip to visit the graves of three men who died serving with the 3rd Battalion, 12th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division — the "Braves." Heavily engaged in the Central Highlands, this unit earned high commendations for its bravery and combat effectiveness, and enduring legendary battles like Dak To. In this conclusion, we hear from Jim Wytko, one of the surviving Braves who's still around to tell their story.

Rand Timmerman is the author of "A Spiritual Passage," a book about hiking the Appalachian Trail with his brother, both in their seventies. He also a Vietnam Veteran with the Marines, a lawyer, and a recovering alcoholic. Through his work, he hopes to inspire people with physical, mental, and spiritual difficulties to achieve their dreams and goals and live a happy and fulfilled life.  We talk about Vietnam, Mormons, losing faith in God during the war, polio, why he signed up for Vietnam, becoming a JAG officer and developing a leagal career, how Vietnam changed his view of life and death, losing his wife to alcoholism, preparing for the Appalachian Trail, the Smokey Mountains, bear encounters, hiking the trail, leapfrogging with two cars, maps or no maps, grief, alcoholism and being on suicide watch, PTSD, falling out of a helicopter,  dealing with the PTSD, getting sober and AA, surviving a severe storm on a ridge in a tent, meeting a Samurai on the trail, naked people on the trail, helping others get sober, and more.

Johnnie Clark is an American author and Vietnam Veteran, best known for his 1984 Vietnam War memoir Guns Up!. Many of his works fall into the genre of non-fiction military and contain a tough, no nonsense portrayal of combat, courage, and camaraderie. Mr. Clark joined the Marine Corps at 17 years of age after graduating from St. Petersburg High School. He served as a machine gunner with the famed 5th Marine Regiment during the Tet Offensive in Vietnam. He was wounded 3 times, mortar round, grenade, and gunshot. During his rehabilitation from gunshot wounds in Okinawa, Mr. Clark began training in Martial Arts as part of his rehab program. In 2015 Mr. Clark returned from Korea after testing for his 8th Dan in Tae Kwon Do. He was also promoted to 9th Dan in the Ji Do Kwan. Grandmaster Clark owns and operates Johnnie Clark Tae Kwon Do and Judo school in St. Petersburg and has been inducted into the U.S.A. Martial Arts Hall of Fame. Mr. Clark's books, Guns Up! and Semper Fidelis, are recommended reading by Lt. Col. Madonna, former MCG, to all newly commissioned officers at The Basic School. His books have been required reading in many colleges and high schools around the country as well as the Commandant's List of suggested reading for all Marines. Many commanders have distributed Mr. Clark's books to our troops now fighting in Afghanistan and Iraq. He is the recipient of the U.S. Marine Corps Combat Correspondents Association Brigadier General Robert L. Denig Memorial Distinguished Service Award for writing. Mr. Clark has been awarded America's 3rd highest medal for bravery and gallantry in combat, The Silver Star, 3 Purple Hearts, Vietnam's highest Medal of Honor, The Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry with Palm, The Civil Action Combat Medal, The Marine Combat Ribbon among other decorations. Mr. Clark currently resides in St. Petersburg, Florida with his wife, Nancy, and dog, Gunner. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: Go right now to https://sundaysfordogs.com/SRS50 and get 50% off your first order. Or, you can use code SRS50 at checkout. Ready to upgrade your eyewear? Check them out at https://roka.com and use code SRS for 20% off sitewide. Our listeners get the Harry's Plus Trial Set for only $10 at https://www.Harrys.com/SRS #Harryspod New customers get 15% off Ultra Pouches with code SRS at https://takeultra.com! #UltraPouches #ad Sign up for your $1 per month trial today at https://shopify.com/srs Johnnie Clark Links: FB - https://www.facebook.com/authorjohnnieclark IG - https://www.instagram.com/johnniemclark Website - https://johnnieclark.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 3307 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature a story about the case where thieves stole $100,000 from a Vietnam Veteran. The featured story is titled: Vietnam Veteran’s VA Caregiver Pleads Guilty After Stealing More Than $100,000. It … Continue reading → The post Episode 3307 – $100,000 Stolen from a Vietnam Veteran first appeared on Vietnam Veteran News.

Introducing Stubbornly Positive Heroes Series! It is often said that stories live forever but that is only true when we make the choice to share them. This longer format and uncensored series is about people whose incredible stories would have faded away, without those who knew them making the Stubbornly Positive choice to ask the tough questions and share the answers. This week Nora and Craig are honored to help share the story of Vietnam Veteran, Russell Jacobson. A father, husband, friend and Navy Corpsman who was severely wounded after going above and beyond to render aid under intense fire to Marines in the jungles of Vietnam in 1967. Russell, who passed away in 2015 from lymphoma as a result of exposure to Agent Orange, is survived by his wife Peg, their 3 sons and their families. Listen in as Peg and her youngest son Dave, share their experience of life with Russell after Vietnam. And hear how Dave has worked to uncover the details about his Dad's heroic actions, including meeting with an archivist at the Smithsonian in Washington DC. If you can assist their quest for a medal of valor for Russell, please contact us at stubbornlypositive@gmail.com.Click Here to watch this episode on YouTubeLink to the Plymouth Independent Article by Dave Kindy hereVisit our Website : ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.fredtheafghan.com/stubbornlypositive⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join Our Patreon Pack for Video Episodes and so much more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.patreon.com/StubbornlyPositive⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Instagram! @StubbornlyPositive

The Braves of the 3rd Battalion, 12th Infantry Regiment fought a hard, largely unsung war in Vietnam's Central Highlands. Nearly 300 never came home, and most of their families received little more than a telegram — hardly enough to understand what happened. A veteran of the Iraq War has set out to fill that void: to visit every one of their graves and remember each as "more than just a name on The Wall."

The United States Coast Guard is the service that has to go out but doesn't have to come back. By July of 1965, the first 82-foot patrol boats were arriving at Da Nang. Most people don't even know the Coast Guard was in Vietnam, and the people who do know tend to picture them somewhere in the background, keeping the shipping lanes clear. During his one-year tour, Woody Barley was definitely not in the background.

The Iowa Gold Star Museum is one of the incredible assets we have here in Iowa for people to enjoy. Museum Curator, MIKE VOGT, tells SIMON about this weekend's Vietnam Living History Event where visitors can see what life was like for U.S. military personnel during the Vietnam War. Hear from military historians, local Vietnam Veterans, explore a military bivouac area, period military vehicles, aircraft, weapons & equipment, including the YL-37 'The Flying Memorial' helicopter.

Diane Carlson Evans passed away last week at the age of 79, following a battle with cancer. An Army nurse who served 18 months in Vietnam, she became a tireless advocate for the women who served there, ensuring their courage, sacrifice and service were recognized alongside their fellow Vietnam veterans. As we continue to reflect on the meaning of Memorial Day, we're honored to bring you her story.

Welcome to Country Proud Living "Where Nurturing Spaces Empower Your Life and Everyday Feels a Little More Like Home." This episode is dedicated to Diane Carlson Evans of Helena, Mont., she passed away peacefully on May 20, 2026, after a long and courageous battle against cancer. The daughter of a dairy farmer and a nurse, Diane was born in Buffalo, Minnesota.

Watch the Devotion Based on Acts 2:21 Remember the Fallen with Resurrection Hope Last month I was in our nation’s capital, and I took some time to walk around the National Mall. When I reached the Vietnam Veterans memorial, I walked around the statue of the three service members. As I stood behind the statues, I noticed that their gaze is fixed on the black granite wall upon which are etched the names of their fallen comrades in arms. Just then a group of men in wheelchairs rolled up. They were a group of Vietnam veterans on their Honor Flight. Some took pictures. Others just sat there with their hands folded, remembering…  This made me think ahead to this weekend. On Memorial Day weekend we remember those who have died in service to our country. But we do not grieve the dead the way that the rest of the world grieves because we have hope. We know that Christ is risen and that he lives. Those who died while serving our country and died clinging in the risen Lord Jesus, they also live!    The apostle Peter quoted the prophet Joel in his Pentecost Day sermon in Acts chapter 2 and he said this: “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved” (Acts 2:21).  My prayer for you is that when you take time to remember this weekend – whether you do that on Monday at 3:00 PM local time, the National Moment of Remembrance, or you do that by sticking a flag in your yard, or hanging it on your garage, or laying a wreath on a tombstone – my prayer is that your soul is comforted with Jesus' resurrection promise that “everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.”   Jesus promised the one who was crucified with him, “Today you will be with me in paradise.” This promise confirms that those who died in service to our country clinging to Jesus as their Savior – their souls are with Jesus right now in heaven. I pray that you are comforted with the knowledge that because Christ's tomb is empty that one day their tombs and their urns will be empty, too. Their bodies will rise from the dead and they will live forever remember. The one who died and rose again never to die again did so, so that those who call on his name will never die and that includes you. Prayer: Lord Jesus, as we remember those who gave their lives in service to our nation, comfort hearts that still carry grief and loss. Remind us that death is not the end of those who call on your name. Because you died and rose again, your people have the sure hope of eternal life. Strengthen those who remember the fallen with the promise of your empty tomb. Lord, through the blood and sacrifice of those who have perished you continue to bless our nation with freedoms, most notably, the freedom to proclaim your truths. Prevent further shedding of blood. Grant us peace so that your Word flourishes among the citizens of this great country. In your name I pray. Amen.    Written and recorded by Rev. Paul Horn, WELS National Civilian Chaplain to the Military, San Diego, California. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide. Note: Scripture reading footnotes are clickable only in the web version.

Army veteran and award-nominated author James Arthur Donzella joins The MisFitNation to discuss military service, life after Vietnam, creative discipline, and how storytelling helped him process experiences that stayed buried for decades. From serving in Vietnam to building the James Wolfe mystery series, James shares powerful lessons on resilience, identity, healing, and why veterans should never be afraid to tell their stories. This conversation dives into: PTSD and transition Veteran storytelling Creative purpose Brotherhood Writing discipline Finding your next mission If you're searching for purpose after adversity, this episode will stay with you. Key Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction 09:20 – Writing as therapy 20:44 – Creating The Dead Don't Pay 43:12 – PTSD themes in fiction 56:08 – Purpose after service 01:00:55 – Three Things That Matter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 3272 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature a story about the long con against a Vietnam Veteran. The featured story is titled: 78-year-old man sent to prison for stealing Vietnam veteran's identity to obtain $860K in federal … Continue reading → The post Episode 3272 – Stolen Valor for Profit: The $860K Fraud first appeared on Vietnam Veteran News.

On January 14, 1969, Army Specialist Gary Guggenberger was ambushed, shot four times, and captured. He spent the next four years in chains, being moved from one prison camp to another -- all in South Vietnam. In this episode, Brad Dunham of the Brady Oberg Legacy Podcast shares Part 1 of his interview with Gary.

Episode 3253 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature a story about the benefits of Vietnam Veterans' reunions. The featured story is titled: Maryville veteran reunites with soldier whose life he saved in Vietnam. It appeared on the Knox … Continue reading → The post Episode 3253 –  The Benefit of Vietnam Veteran reunions first appeared on Vietnam Veteran News.

Patrick answers heartfelt calls about everything from praying the Rosary behind the wheel to whether a spray bottle baptism counts. He threads together practical advice about faith in daily life, breaks down scriptural puzzles like the identity of the Nephilim, and even shares flashes of his own spiritual journey. Soldiers facing battles, challenging Church teachings, and questions on church law all surface, and Patrick meets each one with candor and a steady presence. Barb - I heard it is wrong to say a Rosary while making dishes or soup. Do you have any thoughts on this? (00:37) April - Why are there giants in the Bible? (03:57) George - I am a Vietnam Veteran. I remember getting absolution before going into battle but what if you die in battle without going to confession? (10:05) Andrew - I am a Protestant Hospice chaplain. I listen to your show to support my Catholic hospice patients. Nevada is another state that requires pastors and priests to report. (17:24) Brian - How do I speak of answering yes to God's call? How did you get to do what you are doing now from being an apologist to a radio host? (21:13) Steven - The Priest can't break the seal of Confession. I thought the priest could report it if he gave counseling to someone outside of Confession. (32:54) Jake - Can you use a spray bottle for baptism? (38:13) Sal - When Jesus was carrying his cross, he stopped and talked with the women. He told them not to cry for me. What period of time was Jesus warning them about? (41:32) David – What does it mean to believe on the name of Jesus? (45:22) Lisa - John 6:60 is when some of the disciples fell away from Jesus. Is this a useful point to bring up in debate with Protestants? What is your thought on this and also in relation to the Mark of the Beast? (47:40)

xAttack on Michigan Synagogue. Tragedy and Heroism at ODU's ROTC. Bombing Civilians is Bad. Trump Drops Russian Oil Sanctions. UFO General Missing. RIP Rick Bolanos. Mid-East F1 Cancelled. American caskets are coming home again. In this fierce, fiery Friday episode, Paul Rieckhoff breaks down the escalating “Iran overflow” war, the KC‑135 crash that killed six American service members, the growing drumbeat of troop movements into the Middle East, and the total failure of Congress to do its job on questions of war and peace. He calls out Trump's illegal “no quarter” rhetoric, Pete Hegseth's authoritarian war on the press, ICE's abuses at home, and the dangerous normalization of UFC “Freedom Fights 250” on the White House lawn—while reminding listeners why if you're not angry, you're not paying attention.​ Then Medal of Freedom recipient, Air Force veteran, and TAPS founder Bonnie Carroll returns to go deeper on what really happens when someone is killed in action, in training, in terror attacks at home—or lost to suicide. Paul and Bonnie unpack the brutal realities of casualty notifications, the lifelong journey for surviving families, and the heroic work TAPS is doing right now for the loved ones of those lost in Iran, Iraq, Old Dominion, Michigan, and beyond—and how you can help. It's a powerful conversation about grief, courage, accountability, and hope that will leave you informed, inspired, and ready to stay vigilant. -WATCH full video of this episode here. -Check out and support TAPS and all of their programs. And the TAPS Honor Guard Gala which is an amazing event every year. -Urge your representatives to support and pass the Richard Star Act and protect veterans' retirement pay and disability compensation. -Take a moment and honor the legacy of Vietnam Veteran hero Rick Bolanos. -Learn more about Paul's work to elect a new generation of independent leaders with Independent Veterans of America. -Learn more about American Veterans for Ukraine here. -Learn more about The Headstrong Project for Veterans, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), and Department of Veterans Affairs resources in your area. Seeking support is not a sign of weakness. It's a show of strength. If you or a loved one are in immediate crisis, dial 988 and press 1, or text 838255. Connect with Independent Americans: Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all podcast platforms Read more at Substack Support ad-free episodes at Patreon  Connect: Instagram  • X/Twitter • BlueSky • Facebook  Follow on social: @PaulRieckhoff on X, Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky -Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power.  -And get cool IA and Righteous hats, t-shirts and other merch now in time for the new year.  Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media.  And now part of the BLEAV network!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.