Eileen Collins was an Air Force test pilot before being selected by NASA as an astronaut. She was the first woman pilot and first woman commander of a space shuttle. A Veteran of four shuttle flights, she has logged more than 872 hours in space.
Greg Drobny served 8 years in the Army including a brief period conducting Psy-Ops. His transition out of the military was a somewhat rocky one until he found something he really enjoyed – Code Platoon helps Veterans, active duty service members and military spouses transition into the workforce by providing technical training and career placement.
Navy Week sails into my backyard! Guests include Constructionman William Jones of the USS Constitution, the world’s oldest commissioned warship still afloat. EOD Navy Diver Second Class Petty Officer Skylar Bokelman and the Band Master of the Navy Band Southwest LCDR Bruce Mansfield.
While providing ground support for troops in contact, Kim Campbell’s A-10 was rocked by anti-aircraft fire causing the loss of all hydraulics. Rather than bail out over Baghdad, she converted to manual control and nursed her plan back to safety. Kim was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for her actions that day.
Ken and Betty Rodgers have released another powerful documentary – “I Married The War”. This film depicts the challenges that PTSD places upon the spouses from WWII to the present day.
Country Music recording artist Colton James’ music is deeply rooted in his love for America. He is one of the founders of Land 4 Heroes Lodge, a retreat being built for Veterans on 15,000 acres in Virginia.
A Soldier’s Child Foundation was created to serve the children of military personnel who have lost their lives on active duty while defending the United States of America. They presently have 5,000 children enrolled in all 50 states. Founder and Executive Director Daryl Mackin joins us.
Air Force Office of Special Investigations Agent “John Smith” was working in Panama leading up to Operation Just Cause. He has some interesting stories to share about Confidential Informants, Witches and defecting Russians…
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Senior Vice President Donny Daughenbaugh and Field Representative Mary Herrera. both wounded Veterans, join us to discuss the challenges they faced and what they are doing to provide support for other wounded Veterans.
Author John C. McManus has just released his third book in a trilogy about the US war in the Pacific. It is superbly researched. John joins us to share some insights.