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Veterans Radio
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Our mission is to see that the world appreciates what extraordinary things ordinary people have done to gain and preserve our freedom.
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VA Disability is really Military Workers Compensation with Haley Fuller
2d ago00:31:14Tap to summarizeMarine Capt & Military.com writere Haley Fuller talks about how VA disability creates a stigma that should not exist. Service connected compensation is not about being disabled but recognizes military service cn cause health issues for which an employer should be responsible. Fuller talks to host Jim Fausone about the fine points of military workers compensation and the disability stigma.
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05/31/26 Global Frontlines & Remembering Diane Carlson Evans
4d ago00:56:45Tap to summarizeAs global conflicts and shifting alliances continue to challenge America’s place on the world stage, understanding U.S. foreign policy has never been more important. Dr. Rebecca Grant joins Veterans Radio to share her perspective on today’s international landscape and the decisions shaping America’s future. Then, following the passing of Vietnam veteran and advocate Diane Carlson Evans on May 20, 2026, we revisit a powerful interview from July 21, 2024 in which she reflects on her service as an Army nurse in Vietnam and her historic fight to establish the Vietnam Women’s Memorial on the National Mall.IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL DISCOVER ✓ How current global events are influencing America’s foreign policy decisions ✓ Insights into the challenges facing U.S. leadership on the international stage ✓ The untold experiences of women who served during the Vietnam War ✓ How one veteran’s determination led to a lasting tribute honoring thousands of military women
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Drone Injuries Reshaping Military Medicine with Dr. Dean Winslow
1w ago00:27:38Tap to summarizeCol. Dean Winslow, MD talks about combat medicine and how the new more powerful drones being used in Ukraine and Iran are changing battlefield injuries. In turn, military medicine is adjusting and training to protect the Golden Hour. Dr. Winslow discusses his experiences and thoughts on the future with host Jim Fausone.
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From Vietnam to Arlington: Stories of Service-Memorial Day 2026
2w ago00:56:50Tap to summarizeWhat happens after the war ends – and how do we honor those who never made it home? In this episode, civilian war correspondent Joe Galloway shares the powerful stories behind They Were Soldiers, highlighting Vietnam veterans who returned home and continued serving their communities in extraordinary ways. Then, webmaster Michael Patterson takes us through the history, meaning, and sacred traditions of Arlington National Cemetery, one of America’s most revered memorial sites.IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL DISCOVER: ✓ How Vietnam veterans transformed hardship into lives of service and leadership ✓ The untold personal stories behind the book They Were Soldiers ✓ Why Arlington National Cemetery remains one of America’s most powerful symbols of service ✓ The history and meaning behind iconic sites like the Tomb of the Unknown SoldierJoseph L. Galloway was an acclaimed American war correspondent, author, and military historian best known for his fearless reporting during the Vietnam War and for authoring/co-authoring the bestselling books: They Were Soldiers; We Were Soldiers Once… and Young; and We Are Soldiers Still. As one of the few civilians awarded the Bronze Star Medal for valor in combat, Galloway earned national recognition for his frontline coverage and deep respect for the men and women who served in the military. Throughout his distinguished journalism career with United Press International and Knight Ridder, he became a trusted voice on war, leadership, and the lasting impact of combat on veterans and their families.Michael Patterson is the founder and webmaster of ArlingtonCemetery.com, a respected online resource dedicated to preserving the history, traditions, and stories connected to Arlington National Cemetery. Through his extensive research and passion for honoring America’s fallen heroes, Patterson has created a valuable educational platform visited by veterans, families, historians, and visitors from around the world. His work helpsensure that the sacrifices, valor, and legacy of those laid to rest at Arlington continue to be remembered and shared with future generations.
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Persian Gulf Wars in Late 1980s & 2026 - Tom Duffy & Tanker War in the Gulf
2w ago00:31:05Tap to summarizeTom Duffy, Navy Commander (ret) and US foreign diplomat , wrote Tanker War in the Gulf, Operation Earnest Will. He talks about this 1987 naval operation, Iran's attacking merchant ships, missiles and mines, the US response, the lackluster NATO response and the 45 naval convoys, This echoes what is happending today in the Persian Gulf. Duffy gives his compare and contrast to host Jim Fausone.
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May 17, 2026: Double Middle Fingers and a Homecoming
3w ago00:56:50Tap to summarizeJoin host Shelly Rood and her guest Adam Castillo.You gave everything to a country that claimed to want you back. Corporate America hung the banners. Then wouldn’t hire you. So Adam Castillo gave it double middle fingers, moved to Myanmar, and built a security company that employed thousands. Twelve years later, he’s coming home with gifts for his people—and a book about what leadership looks like in a war zone.In This Episode You’ll Discover:✓ Why rejection can become either your exit or your engine ✓ How to lead a business community through a military takeover with no playbook ✓ What changed when a fellow veteran told him “it’s time to let go” ✓ What he’s carrying back to Riverside, California—and why it fits this timeFeatured Guest: Adam Castillo — U.S. Marine, combat veteran, founder of AGS Myanmar security firm and former president of the American Chamber of Commerce in Myanmar. Author of Finding Our Voice. Connect: Finding Our Voice: A Story of Leadership in Crisis and the American Spirit Abroad
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Last of the Old Breed: An Oral History of the Final Marines from World War II
3w ago00:28:33Tap to summarizeScott Davis interviewed over 100 Marines between ages of 95 -102 that participate in the liberation of the Pacific. They tell their stories unfiltered. Their recollections are full of candid and truthful statements of being young bucks at war. Spokane Washington historian Scott Davis talks to host Jim Fausone about the process of collecting and organizing these stories from men before the Last of the Old Breed pass away.
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May 10, 2026: Lawrence Miller / Elliot Rattner
4w ago00:56:59Tap to summarizeOur first guest is Lawrence MillerWe welcome our first guest, Lawrence Miller of Trek For Vets Coffee who is walking 500 Miles from St. Ignace to Royal Oak to raise funds for veteran causes. He started May 1st and finishes on Memorial Day.Our next guest is Elliot RattnerElliot Rattner did 10 yrs in the Navy as an enlisted with a focus on linguistics. He went to law school at night and graduated in 2022 before being commissioned into the Navy JAG Corps. Elliott transitioned to a man during law school and became the first Navy JAG officer trans-man. He talks to host Jim Fausone about leaving the Navy he loved because of the policies of Trump/Hegseth designed to force transmen and trans women out of military service.
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Emory University Master in Business for Veterans
May 500:27:03Tap to summarizeMajor General Matt Smith (Ret.) is the Executive Director of Veteran Initiatives at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, which includes the Masters in Business for Veterans program. He discusses Emory University and its support for veterans at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Explaining the unique Masters in Business for Veterans program that recognizes their leadership and life skills while providing business skills. Matt talks to host Jim Fausone about veterans transitioning to civilian life and the importance of having a veteran community in academia.
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May 3, 2026: Monthly Veterans Benefits Hour
May 400:56:44Tap to summarizeGET ANSWERS FROM OUR EXPERT PANEL!Dale Throneberry – Founder and Host of Veterans RadioBrig. Gen. Carol Ann Fausone (ret) – Legal Help For VeteransDavid Saims – Director, Washtenaw County Veteran Service OfficeSuzanne Gordon-Senior Policy Fellow at the Veterans' Healthcare Policy Institute discusses what they see as some of the major issues with the VA Healthcare SystemJoin Dale and the rest of the panel for our live broadcast on Sunday at 5:00pm ET or stream later on your preferred podcast platform.Visit our LISTEN LIVE page for streaming and podcast information.
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