Podcasts about vietnam veterans

September 19 is National POW/MIA Recognition Day in the United States. In this two-part series, we'll explore what it means to be part of that ongoing story — the families who wait, the system created to find answers, and the private researchers who work to complement the government's efforts.

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What does it take to build lasting resilience in the face of unimaginable adversity? In this inspiring episode, host Nicole Jansen sits down with Lee Ellis—leadership coach, award-winning author, Air Force veteran, and former POW in North Vietnam for over five years. Drawing on his extraordinary experiences of captivity, Lee shares practical wisdom on resilience, leadership, honor, and the true power of mission-driven living. Lee opens up about overcoming adversity as a prisoner of war, the critical role of commitment, faith, and community, and why self-acceptance and vulnerability are essential for real leadership. Together, Nicole and Lee explore what sets resilient people apart, how to bounce back after failure, and why having a strong sense of purpose can actually extend your life. Plus, Lee shares moving stories from his latest book Captured by Love and the unsung heroism of the POWs' wives. If you're seeking actionable inspiration on navigating hardship and leading with honor—at work or in life—this episode will equip you with the mindsets and tools you need most. What We Discuss in This Episode What helped prepare Lee for the POW experience? What was it like to be shot down and survive as a POW for over five years? How do purpose and mission drive resilience—even beyond extreme adversity? Why are POWs statistically more likely to outlive their civilian peers? What role did faith and community play in surviving captivity? How did the POWs bounce back mentally after giving in to suffering or failure? Why is embracing vulnerability—and owning your strengths and struggles—key for modern leaders? How can we apply these lessons to today's disconnected, anxious world? What are Lee's seven core behaviors for leading and living with honor? How did the wives and families fighting back home change the POWs' fate? Podcast Highlights & Timestamps 0:00 – Own Yourself: Build Resilience 1:19 – Meet Lee Ellis 2:30 – Farm Boy to Fighter Pilot 4:36 – Shot Down: Life Changes 6:48 – POW Survival Secrets 8:45 – Why POWs Live Longer 9:32 – Mission-Driven Resilience 11:13 – Bouncing Back from Defeat 13:02 – Hope: POW Wives' Fight 15:22 – Purpose Fuels Life 17:03 – Lead with Faith & Humility 18:28 – Vulnerability and Confidence 20:59 – 7 Core Leadership Behaviors 23:49 – Building Courageous Communities 25:47 – Isolation vs Connection 28:40 – Encouragement & Accountability 29:48 – The Myth of Lone Rangers 30:48 – Captured by Love 32:48 – Hidden Heroes: POW Wives 35:54 – Coming Home: The Release 36:48 – Lee's Modern Mission 40:05 – Build Your Own Resilience 41:51 – Your Uniqueness is Strength This is a must-listen conversation for anyone looking to deepen their resilience and lead with true honor—no matter what life throws at you. Favorite Quotes Self-Acceptance: “You got to know the good, the bad, the ugly about yourself and just own it. When you accept that, you're going to be secure, more confident, more humble. You can be more vulnerable. And that's a very important thing today." Resilience: "Everybody has to suffer in life. And what we learned is that we could recover from suffering if we kept our commitments." Community: "You've got to be in community… after suffering torture, to just have a word of encouragement—'Lee, you did your best.' That makes all the difference." Ready to transform how you face adversity and lead others? Dive in, reflect, and take action! Episode Resources https://leadersoftransformation.com/podcast/leadership/543-resilience-honor-and-commitment-leadership-lessons-from-pow-survivor-lee-ellis/ Check out our complete library of episodes and other leadership resources here: https://leadersoftransformation.com ________

Scott Camil was a member of Vietnam Veterans Against the War who testified at the 1971 Winter Soldier hearings on U.S. war crimes in Vietnam.He has been active in peace movements since the end of the Vietnam War and currently lives in Gainesville, Florida.Scott can be reached at scott.camil@gmail.com.From Covert Action MagazineThis year marks the 50-year anniversary of the end of the U.S. war against the country and people of Vietnam. Americans refer to the war as the Vietnam War, but it was actually an American war.This war had a huge impact on me, my generation and, of course, the Vietnamese.Growing up in the 1950s and 1960s during the Cold War, we were inundated with anti-communism. I didn't really know what a Communist was but I knew that they were bad and we were made to feel threatened by them. I believed that it was okay to kill the Communists before they could come to my country. Continue Reading.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.

Scott Camil was a member of Vietnam Veterans Against the War who testified at the 1971 Winter Soldier hearings on U.S. war crimes in Vietnam.He has been active in peace movements since the end of the Vietnam War and currently lives in Gainesville, Florida.Scott can be reached at scott.camil@gmail.com.From Covert Action MagazineThis year marks the 50-year anniversary of the end of the U.S. war against the country and people of Vietnam. Americans refer to the war as the Vietnam War, but it was actually an American war.This war had a huge impact on me, my generation and, of course, the Vietnamese.Growing up in the 1950s and 1960s during the Cold War, we were inundated with anti-communism. I didn't really know what a Communist was but I knew that they were bad and we were made to feel threatened by them. I believed that it was okay to kill the Communists before they could come to my country. Continue Reading.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.

Episode 3100 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature news items from South Dakota about what the good people of that state are doing to honor the memory of their Vietnam War veterans and POW/MIA's. On September 19, 2025, … Continue reading →

Synopsis:  Step into the studio of ceramicist Akinsanya Kambon, where ancient traditions meet revolutionary fervor: here, stunning works born from earthy materials recount tales of resistance, redemption, and hope across generations and geography.This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to LauraFlanders.org/donateDescription: With each glimmering piece he creates, artist Akinsanya Kambon brings suppressed histories of both colonization and liberation to life. His ceramic works depict struggle and survival across the African diaspora, and stepping into his studio is a spiritual experience, as Laura Flanders recently discovered. Kambon was a member of the Sacramento chapter of the Black Panther Party where he worked on the layout and illustration of the party's famous paper and became lieutenant for culture, illustrating among other things the party's ten point plan and works for young people. In 2023, he won the prestigious Mohn Award — the top prize given by the Hammer Museum for his participation in their biennial “Made in LA” show, titled Acts of Living. His one-man show opened in Beverly Hills at Marc Selwyn Fine Art in April 2025. An exhibition of his work will open at the New York Sculpture Center in May 2026. In this unique conversation, Flanders asks Kambon about his own survival stories, including his polio diagnosis, getting drafted into the Vietnam War, and his year on death row. Kambon was arrested in connection with the killing of a police officer and was later acquitted from that high-profile Oak Park Four case. Join Flanders and Kambon as they discuss how art keeps spirits alive, and catch Flanders' commentary on today's fight to control our nation's stories.“Art educates the masses of people. Not Black or white or Asian, this educates the masses of young people to our struggle, to how long they're struggling and how it's connected.” - Akinsanya Kambon“I thought of myself as an artist even when I was a child, because art was therapy for me . . . I used to always seem like I would always take the side of the underdog.” - Akinsanya KambonGuest:  Akinsanya Kambon, Artist, Former Marine, Black Panther & Art ProfessorSpecial thanks: Cynthia Wornham, Annie Philbin, Marc Selwyn Fine Art  Additional Credits:Additional Crew:  Marco Amador, Producciones Cimarrón Clips from the documentary short- "Akinsanya Kambon The Hero Avenges," Produced by The Hammer Museum;  Directed by Gabriel Noguez and Sean Rowry. Full Conversation Release: While our weekly shows are edited to time for broadcast on Public TV and community radio, we offer to our members and podcast subscribers the full uncut conversation. These audio exclusives are made possible thanks to our member supporters.Watch the special report on YouTube; PBS World Channel September 5th, and on over 300 public stations across the country (check your listings, or search here via zipcode). Listen: Episode airing on community radio September 10th  (check here to see if your station is airing the show) & available as a podcast.Full Episode Notes are located HERE. RESOURCES:Related Laura Flanders Show Episodes:•  Jacqueline Woodson & Catherine Gund: Breathing Through Chaos & the “Meanwhile”, Watch / Listen:  Episode Cut - Full Uncut Conversation•  Genesis Be & Rev. 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Oath and Pledge Podcast Share! These conversations always go in unexpected directions! Marine Veteran and Journalist - Jose Roe and Clint talk Vietnam and Serving! Josh has interviewed dozens and dozens of Veterans who have shared their story - his insights are always super interesting! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Co-hosted by Eric Buchanan - Navy / Josh Roe - Marines / John Ballinger - Army / Jason Smith - Army Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ ALL THINGS JEFF STYLES: www.thejeffstyles.com PART OF THE NOOGA PODCAST NETWORK: www.noogapodcasts.com Please consider leaving us a review on Apple and giving us a share to your friends! This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

This is the VIC 4 VETS, Weekly Honored Veteran. SUBMITTED BY: Dave Stopher Staff Sergeant Richard Stopher, United States Marine Corps, End of Watch August 22, 2018. Richard Dale Stopher entered service December 30, 1959. After Boot Camp in San Diego, California, he began his schooling to become an Interpreter and Translator at The Presidio in Monterrey, Ca. Richard served in the 5th Marines proudly, until his language skills in Mandarin and Cantonese were needed in the blossoming war in Vietnam. Richard deployed on the 1st IT&T Interrogation & Translation detachment in 1964 to enter the war with 12 other Marines. He served his nation well for 16 months in Vietnam until his tour ended in late 1965. He served again as a Marine Drill instructor in San Diego, before his eventual Honorable Discharge in 1967. Richard is among the 300,000 Vietnam Veterans that survived the actual war in Vietnam, but have since succumbed to the effects of Agent Orange exposure. Richard passed quietly at home August 18th, 2018, survived by his wife Evelyn, Daughter Rebecca, and son David. He was laid to rest at Jefferson Barracks Military Cemetery with his fellow Brothers in Arms, awaiting the day that his wife will be interred with him. ________________________________________________________________ This Week’s VIC 4 VETS, Honored Veteran on NewsTalkSTL.With support from our friends at:Alamo Military Collectables, H.E.R.O.E.S. Care, Monical’s PizzaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the VIC 4 VETS, Weekly Honored Veteran. SUBMITTED BY: Dave Stopher Staff Sergeant Richard Stopher, United States Marine Corps, End of Watch August 22, 2018. Richard Dale Stopher entered service December 30, 1959. After Boot Camp in San Diego, California, he began his schooling to become an Interpreter and Translator at The Presidio in Monterrey, Ca. Richard served in the 5th Marines proudly, until his language skills in Mandarin and Cantonese were needed in the blossoming war in Vietnam. Richard deployed on the 1st IT&T Interrogation & Translation detachment in 1964 to enter the war with 12 other Marines. He served his nation well for 16 months in Vietnam until his tour ended in late 1965. He served again as a Marine Drill instructor in San Diego, before his eventual Honorable Discharge in 1967. Richard is among the 300,000 Vietnam Veterans that survived the actual war in Vietnam, but have since succumbed to the effects of Agent Orange exposure. Richard passed quietly at home August 18th, 2018, survived by his wife Evelyn, Daughter Rebecca, and son David. He was laid to rest at Jefferson Barracks Military Cemetery with his fellow Brothers in Arms, awaiting the day that his wife will be interred with him. ________________________________________________________________ This Week’s VIC 4 VETS, Honored Veteran on NewsTalkSTL.With support from our friends at:Alamo Military Collectables, H.E.R.O.E.S. Care, Monical’s PizzaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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August 21, 2025 The smear campaign against Carina Papalardo and the Greater Lawrence Psychological center, more discussion about voter fraud and the Lawrence city councilor convicted of stealing ballots. White Boston Police officers arrest a black man for LEGALLY using a bull horn in protest of WHITE mayor of Boston Michelle Wu AND hero veteran Randy Carter from the Lowell Bridge Club joins us to talk about hosing for homeless veterans, a Vietnam Veteran being mistreated by Parkland Center in NH and MORE!

AlabamaAlabama National Guard mobilizing to help in deportation efforts by DHSA federal judge orders state senate districts redrawn, hearing on ThursdayCongressman Aderholt holds event to honor Vietnam Veterans on the 50th year of the war endingA man arrested in Winston county for drugs, also has immigration issuesFBI arrests 19 people in immigration raid for Baldwin and Mobile countiesHouston county judge files lawsuit re: faulty farm equipment that killed sonNationalPresident Trump meets today with South Korean President, Lee Jae MyungTrump looks to send in National Guard to Chicago and Baltimore as in DCFBI raid of John Bolton's home and office had to do with classified docsRhode Island assistant AG now on unpaid leave after unseemly arrestActing US attorney Habba decries RINOS helping with "blue slip" traditionNational Park service seizes 2K marijuana plants secretly grown at CA park

#174 - What does redemption look like at 72 years old? For Rand Timmerman, it meant lacing up his hiking boots and tackling the Appalachian Trail's 2,190 miles alongside his grieving brother—a journey that would test his newfound sobriety, physical limits, and spiritual foundation.Rand's path to that trailhead was anything but straight. Growing up in poverty after his father contracted polio, he discovered alcohol at 13 and was immediately transformed in his own mind from a skinny teenager to "Clint Eastwood." After impulsively enlisting during Vietnam, where both he and his brother served as helicopter gunners, Rand built a successful 40-year legal career while battling what many would call "functional alcoholism." Meanwhile, his brother Ronnie found faith, becoming a Mormon bishop and building a large blended family—until his wife's death left him shattered and seeking healing in nature.The brothers' epic hike across 600 mountains became much more than a physical challenge. For Rand, who had found sobriety just years earlier after hitting rock bottom at 65, it was the culmination of a spiritual awakening. "I was standing on a mountain in New Jersey," he recalls, "feeling spiritual power all around me, and I realized God made all of that and I never saw it before." Despite artificial knees, infections, and countless falls, Rand completed 1,863 miles before injuries forced him to stop.Today, Rand walks eight miles daily and dedicates hours to helping others overcome addiction. His message is beautifully simple: "Just don't drink today, no matter what." His book "A Spiritual Passage" captures both the breathtaking landscapes and inner transformation of a man who discovered it's never too late to surrender to something greater and find purpose in helping others along the same path.To learn more about Rand and get a copy of his book please visit www.randtimmerman.com.Want to be a guest on Journey with Jake? Send me a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/journeywithjake Visit LandPirate.com to get your gear that has you, the adventurer, in mind. Use the code "Journey with Jake" to get an additional 15% off at check out. Visit geneticinsights.co and use the code "DISCOVER25" to enjoy a sweet 25% off your first purchase.

As Australians commemorate Vietnam Veterans' Day on the anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan in 1966, Mark Levy has called for the government to solve the recognition drama involving our veterans. Levy spoke with RSL NSW State Secretary, Jeff O’Brien, as over 2,500 Australians and their families remain excluded from receiving their Vietnam Campaign Medal in an ongoing battle that leaves many struggling to be acknowledged.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nurses like Sarah Blum spent their tours in Vietnam doing the unimaginable, accumulating and internalizing trauma that would surface over the decades that followed. In this episode, Sarah shares what it takes to do this work... and what it takes to heal.

Episode 3079 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature a press release about the Vietnam Veterans of America Convention being held in New Orleans. The press release appeared on the Biz New Orleans website and was titled: 700+ Vietnam … Continue reading →

Welcome to Set Lusting Bruce, where music and memory intertwine through the stories of Bruce Springsteen fans. In this heartfelt episode, host Jesse Jackson welcomes Vietnam veteran and author Doug Bradley. Doug shares his poignant journey from serving in Vietnam to discovering the healing power of music, particularly the influence of Bruce Springsteen's work. Reflecting on his memoir, 'Tracks of My Years,' Doug dives deep into the songs that have shaped his life, the importance of music for veterans, and his relationship with his father, also a veteran. This episode is an exploration of storytelling, music, and memory that resonates with the Springsteen fan community and beyond. 00:00 Welcome and Gratitude to Patreon Members 01:23 Introducing the Guest: Doug's Background 01:59 Doug's Vietnam War Experience 04:46 Music and Memories from Vietnam 08:09 Doug's Family and Music Influence 18:09 Post-War Reflections and Career Path 19:28 Discovering Bruce Springsteen 23:17 Guilt and Redemption: Bruce Springsteen's Journey 25:02 The Power of Music in Education 26:36 Vietnam Veterans and Their Stories 28:05 The Birth of a Book: Music and Memories 30:32 A Personal Musical Journey 36:44 Promoting the Book and Future Plans 41:37 Final Thoughts and Farewell https://www.doug-bradley.com/about https://a.co/d/j7wviDm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Gethard talks to a Vietnam veteran with a lifetime of stories. He's never listened to the podcast, but his granddaughter has, and she encouraged him to call in as a way to share and preserve the experiences he's carried for decades. He recounts some harrowing moments from his childhood before walking us through the catastrophic day in Vietnam that changed the course of his life. It's a conversation about trauma, memory, survival, and what it means to have your story heard. ​​Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of childhood trauma, animal death, graphic descriptions of violent injury, death, and experiences of war. Please listen with care. Sign up for Beautiful/Anonymous+ to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive audio including 5 Random Questions with this week's caller.  Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Head to punchup.live/chrisgethard for tickets to That Show hosted by Gethard at UCB Theatre. Visit Upwork.com/save to claim a $200 credit after spending $1,000 in your first 30 days. Valid June 24th through August 5th, 2025. Get twenty percent off all IQBAR products, plus get FREE shipping. Text BEAUTIFUL to 64000. Message and data rates may apply. See terms for details. Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to joindeleteme.com/ BEAUTIFUL and use promo code BEAUTIFUL at checkout.  Get 15% off, plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at BollAndBranch.com/beautiful  

Episode 3076 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature a story about the reunion of two Vietnam Vets after a 58 year lapse. The featured story comes from a show on News ABC 12 of New Bern, NC that … Continue reading →

We all have heard the proverb, "Like Father, Like Son." Patrick Naughton is a military historian and a combat veteran of the Global War on Terror. His father is a combat veteran of the Vietnam War. Patrick recently published his first book, in which he compares his father's experience in Vietnam to his own experience in Iraq.

Episode 3067 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature a story about. how the VA Final Mile Program honored a Vietnam Veteran at Wichita, Kansas. The featured story appeared on the VA News website. It is titled: Navy Veteran … Continue reading →

Recommended Reading Buy Now Episode 3066 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature a story about. the new book recently published by Vietnam Veteran Ray Randlett. The featured story appeared in the Delaware Gazette and was titled: Local veteran … Continue reading →

Episode 3065 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature a story about. The featured story is an opinion piece that appeared in the Pensacola News Journal and was titled: It is not too late to give Vietnam Veteran the … Continue reading →

Jarek Berga - July 6th 2025 Jesus doesn't just meet needs—He invites us into the miracle. As we continue The King & His Kingdom series in Matthew 15:32–39, we see Jesus moved with compassion for a weary crowd. He invites the disciples to participate in the distribution—and still today, He includes His followers in His work. This message reminds us that Jesus is offering bread that truly satisfies—and He invites us to come, receive, and be filled. Learn more about our church: https://restoredtemecula.church Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/restoredtemecula and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/restoredtemecula #Matthew15 #JesusFeedsThe4000 #BreadThatSatisfies #CompassionOfJesus #TheKingAndHisKingdom #RestoredTemecula #ChristianSermon #ComeAndReceive #FaithInJesus #BiblicalTeaching Share this message with someone who needs to hear it! Chapters (00:00:15) - Welcome to Restored Templeecula Church(00:00:57) - The King and His Kingdom(00:05:07) - Ticking Off the Box(00:06:49) - Jesus was tired, hungry and exhausted(00:11:48) - 7 loaves for the crowds(00:13:26) - The First Biblical Theology in the Bible Project(00:14:41) - Bread, God's People(00:19:44) - The Bread of the Presence in the Bible(00:25:39) - The Hunger in Our Soul(00:31:08) - John Legend on His Lockbox(00:33:18) - The Biblical Theology of Bread(00:35:00) - Jesus' Mass Feeding(00:42:16) - As God Takes Bread to the Nations(00:49:06) - A Team Sport(00:53:23) - A message from the Vietnam Veterans(00:53:56) - Where Are You With Jesus Today?(00:57:48) - Where Should You Be Taking a Flier?(01:01:31) - Coming soon: A Meal for the Sick

Episode 3052 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature a story about the bridge dedication in South Dakota honoring fallen Vietnam Veteran Fred D. Larson. The featured story appeared on KXLG of Pollock, South Dakota. It was submitted by … Continue reading →

Sometimes the most important thing isn't fixing someone's pain — it's simply being willing to sit with them while they endure it. As we draw near the end of National PTSD Awareness Month, we'll find out how a tragic death became a bridge between father and son, and how the work of healing trauma never really ends.

Join hosts Jake Holland and Stephen LaMonica on The ToosDay Crue as they welcome Douglas Greenlaw, a man whose life story reads like an action-packed novel. From the jungles of Vietnam to the executive suites of MTV Networks, Douglas's journey is filled with grit, resilience, and unmatched determination. As a highly decorated Vietnam Veteran with accolades including the Silver Star, two Bronze Stars, and two Purple Hearts, Douglas Greenlaw's courage under fire is undeniable. But his extraordinary journey didn't end on the battlefield. Rising from a lower-middle-class background, he climbed the corporate ladder to become the President of MTV Networks in NYC, revolutionizing media and entertainment in the process. He is also a passionate adventurer, having scaled daunting peaks like Kilimanjaro and Aconcagua and is now a #1 Bestselling Author on Amazon with his captivating memoir, Forged By Lightning. Inducted into the Military Hall of Fame, Douglas embodies the power of positive thinking and embracing life at any age.

In this final episode of our series about the Vietnamese-American experience over the past 50 years, we'll explore how that community has evolved from refugees to contributors, from survivors to leaders, and how their success stands as perhaps the most enduring testament to what American service members fought to preserve.

Air Force SSgt Donald Beach's job in Vietnam was, in part, loading body bags onto planes heading back to the States. Between that and the wounds he suffered during a rocket attack on his base, Don developed strong feelings about his service. When he was greeted by protestors upon his return home, Don was so upset that he wrote a letter to his Congressman -- a letter so powerful it was entered into the Congressional Record.

Raul Ries, heard weekdays at 1030am on the "Somebody Loves You" radio program on WFIL, joins the show today. SLY is celebrating 27 years on WFIL and is the "Ministry of the Month" for May :). Ries shares about his wife Sharon (who went to be with the Lord a year ago), thoughts on being a godly father, and the ministry of SLY. He also gives insight into "Follow Me" (a free booklet each listener is welcome to download) and his book Sin: The Root of All Evil (the daily prize being given away this month on WFIL). Ries is Pastor of Calvary Chapel Golden Springs in Diamond Bar, CA, a Vietnam Veteran, and Master in Kung fu San Soo. The book (and film) Fury to Freedom detail his miraculous transformation. Garry "G" Cobb, NFL linebacker for 11 seasons with Detroit, Dallas, and Philadelphia, checks in with thoughts and stories pertaining to fatherhood including wisdom and discipline imparted by his own father and with regard to our heavenly Father. Cobb, who has worked in radio and TV for decades, also chimes in on recent news pertaining to Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni's contract extension, the "Tush Push" living to see at least another season, and the Eagles 2025 schedule. Sports clip: A.J. Brown (Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver) (philadelphiaeagles.com)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fifty years ago, thousands of Vietnamese refugees arrived in America with little more than the clothes on their backs and memories of a homeland left behind. In the second of this three-episode series, we explore how they transformed themselves from displaced people into one of America's most vibrant communities.

May 2025 - Week 3 - DAR Today PodcastNational Society Daughters of the American RevolutionPresident General Pamela Edwards Rouse WrightBrooke Bullmaster Stewart, National Chair DAR Today PodcastClick for more information about the Daughters of the American Revolution!CLICK HERE to visit our YouTube (video) version of this podcastTo support the goals and mission of the DAR, please visit our web site at DAR.org/GivingIn This Episode:Spokane Washington Chapters Honor Vietnam Veterans! Jonas Babcock Chapter Regent RaeAnna Victor let us know about four chapters in the Spokane area of WA that hold a very special ceremony every year to honor Vietnam Veterans!The Tennessee State Society and their restoration efforts! TN State Regent Emily Robinson leads the efforts to restore and maintain a monument laid by the TN DAR State Society in 1910“How Do You Podcast?” Our members chime in on their favorite way to watch or listen to the DAR Today Podcast! Thanks to everyone who took the time to send in their comments!Lynda Richardson, Covington, GeorgiaSusan Galloway, TennesseeKristen Johnson, NevadaConnie Uy, MississippiKim Tennison, FloridaSusan Hutchison-Johnston, TexasKathy Heinz, OregonChristie Partee, TexasValerie Craft, GeorgiaAlicia Stott, KansasElizabeth and Dorothy Johnston, North CarolinaSOCIAL MEDIA POSTS:Rogue River Chapter, MIMartha Dandrige Washington Chapter, TNFort Nelson Chapter, VAWilliam Dudley Chapter, KY All music is copyright free and provided by Epidemic Sound #nsdar #DAR #daughters #TodaysDAR #preservation #education #patriotism #tennessee #washington #spokane #vietnam #VietnamVeteran For more information about the Daughters of the American Revolution, please visit DAR.orgTo support the goals and mission of the DAR, please visit our web site at DAR.org/GivingAll music free of copyright and provided through Epidemic Sound! Check out this amazing source for music at https://share.epidemicsound.com/xr2blv

Vietnam Veterans and writers Bruce “Doc” Norton and Harry Kantrovich join us to talk about their new book and stage production, Voices From Vietnam: Interviews, Letters, Vignettes, and Reflections, 1964–1982. This unique conversation will explore their collaborative journey in bringing the Vietnam War's deeply personal stories to life—both on the page and on the stage. Voices From Vietnam is a powerful tribute to those who lived through the Vietnam War, drawing together 67 firsthand accounts from soldiers, Marines, sailors, airmen, nurses, prisoners of war, family members, a Vietnamese refugee, and others whose lives were forever changed by the conflict. Originally envisioned as a stage play, the project evolved into a published book and a moving stage production. Through interviews, letters, poems, and vignettes, Norton and Kantrovich offer a wide-ranging, authentic portrait of the war's human cost and enduring impact. Their stage adaptation premiered in November 2024 at the Journey Theater in Warrenton, Virginia, earning praise for its raw and emotional storytelling. Performed as a series of intimate monologues and readings, the play draws audiences into the lived experiences of those who served, struggled, and sacrificed during one of America's most divisive wars. In this livestream conversation, Doc Norton and Dr. Kantrovich will share behind-the-scenes insights about creating Voices From Vietnam, the process of gathering stories, and the challenges of translating wartime experiences into both written and dramatic form. They will also reflect on their own military careers—Norton's as a Marine Corps Force Recon veteran and historian, and Kantrovich's as a Navy Command Master Chief—and how their service shaped their commitment to honoring the voices of Vietnam. Whether you're a veteran, a student of military history, or simply interested in the personal narratives of war, this is an opportunity to hear directly from two remarkable storytellers and veterans dedicated to preserving memory and truth. We're grateful to UPMC for Life  for sponsoring this event!

In the first installment of a three-part series, we explore the chaotic final days of April 1975, when thousands of South Vietnamese citizens desperately sought escape as North Vietnamese forces closed in on Saigon. You'll hear firsthand accounts from both sides of this massive evacuation, and from those who were part of the waves of exodus that followed.

The Vietnam War came to an end 50 years ago this spring. Washington State played a major role in the war, training hundreds of thousands of soldiers, and processing nearly a million before they went overseas. To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Fall of Saigon, the Washington State History Museum in Tacoma has put together an exhibit called “The Things They Brought Home: Memories of Washington’s Vietnam Veterans.” We talk with retired Army Lt. Col. Erik Flint, and military historian Megan Nishikawa, who curated the exhibit. You can watch Sen. Patty Murray's education forum here. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 3038 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature a story about the new exhibit in Tacoma that sheds light on the overlooked personal histories of Vietnam Veterans. The featured story is titled Remembering the human side of the … Continue reading →

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It's been 50 years since the fall of Saigon, but the impact of the Vietnam War still reverberates across generations and continents. On the GZERO World podcast, Ian Bremmer speaks with Pulitzer Prize-winning author Viet Thanh Nguyen and historian Mai Elliott—two writers whose lives were shaped by the conflict. Nguyen, author of the bestselling book and TV series "The Sympathizer," recounts growing up in a tight-knit refugee community in California, where “melancholy, rage, anger, bitterness, sadness—the whole gamut of emotions” defined the postwar experience. Elliott, who interviewed insurgents during the war, came to see its human cost up close, saying, “I didn't care who won the war by the end of it—I just wanted it to stop.”But the episode is not just about the past. It's also about Vietnam's present—and future. The country has become one of Asia's fastest-growing economies and most strategically important players, carefully navigating a relationship with China and the United States. “If Vietnam gets too close to China, it could lose its country,” Elliott explains. “Too close to the US, and it could lose its regime,” Nguyen adds that while tensions remain between the Vietnamese state and its diaspora, Vietnam's diplomatic pragmatism is rooted in a thousand-year history of resisting Chinese domination while embracing growth opportunities.As Washington and Beijing compete for influence in Southeast Asia, Vietnam is charting its path—one shaped by memory, resilience, and the long shadows of war.Host: Ian Bremmer Guests: Viet Thanh Nguyen and Mai Elliott  Subscribe to the GZERO World with Ian Bremmer Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform, to receive new episodes as soon as they're published.

It's been 50 years since the fall of Saigon, but the impact of the Vietnam War still reverberates across generations and continents. On the GZERO World podcast, Ian Bremmer speaks with Pulitzer Prize-winning author Viet Thanh Nguyen and historian Mai Elliott—two writers whose lives were shaped by the conflict. Nguyen, author of the bestselling book and TV series "The Sympathizer," recounts growing up in a tight-knit refugee community in California, where “melancholy, rage, anger, bitterness, sadness—the whole gamut of emotions” defined the postwar experience. Elliott, who interviewed insurgents during the war, came to see its human cost up close, saying, “I didn't care who won the war by the end of it—I just wanted it to stop.”But the episode is not just about the past. It's also about Vietnam's present—and future. The country has become one of Asia's fastest-growing economies and most strategically important players, carefully navigating a relationship with China and the United States. “If Vietnam gets too close to China, it could lose its country,” Elliott explains. “Too close to the US, and it could lose its regime,” Nguyen adds that while tensions remain between the Vietnamese state and its diaspora, Vietnam's diplomatic pragmatism is rooted in a thousand-year history of resisting Chinese domination while embracing growth opportunities.As Washington and Beijing compete for influence in Southeast Asia, Vietnam is charting its path—one shaped by memory, resilience, and the long shadows of war.Host: Ian Bremmer Guests: Viet Thanh Nguyen and Mai Elliott  Subscribe to the GZERO World with Ian Bremmer Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform, to receive new episodes as soon as they're published.

What do you do when you're willing to serve, but unwilling to kill? How do you reconcile two fundamental beliefs that stand in opposition to each other? Like many conscientious objectors who served in Vietnam, Gary Kulik tried to save lives.

On the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War, WHQR's Ben Schachtman sat down with Curt Farrison, president of Chapter 885 of the Vietnam Veterans of America, to talk about coming home from war, understanding and managing PTSD, and what the country could do better for men and women who have worn a uniform.

04/23/25: Joel Heitkamp is joined in the studio by two Veterans to promote an event at the Fargo Air Museum. The Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 941 and the Fargo Air Museum will host Vietnam Memorial Week April 26 through May 2. Saturday, April 26 kicks off the week with an opening ceremony at 10am. Sunday, April 27 ceremony begins at 11am. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we'll introduce you to someone whose gratitude toward Vietnam veterans is a matter of regular, intentional practice. She has turned “thank you for your service” into a lifestyle. Because if it hadn't been for Vietnam veterans, she says, she might never have known freedom.

Ms. Mildred, a 76-year-old woman in Pennsylvania is desperately trying to find the $2.6 million lottery ticket she left in the pocket of the jacket that she donated to Vietnam Veterans of America charity.Steve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.