His song “God Bless the USA” has been called one of the most recognized songs in America. Lee continues to back up those lyrics with USO shows and participation in several Veteran support organizations.
Tom Jones has more that 3,500 flight hours including combat sorties in Iraq. But perhaps his biggest challenge was crafting a plan for a 27% reduction in manning without an interruption of mission capability.
Hershel “Woody” Williams was first rejected by the Marines because he was too small. After height regulations were changed he would enlist and prove himself. On Iwo Jima “Woody” engaged in a four hour, one man flamethrower crusade against enemy pillboxes. His actions would earn him the Medal of Honor.
On a mission to find/rescue deserter Bowe Bergdahl, Jimmy Hatch received a grievous leg wound that would end his career and take the life of a trusty Military Dog. His powerful new book reveals how he has lived life since that moment.
The Smithsonian Channel’s Series “Hell Below” chronicles some of the successes and tragedies of submarine warfare during the Second World War. Award winning author James M. Scott joins us to discuss the second season of “Hell Below” which premieres July 1.
One of the more intriguing chapters of World War II history – the American Pilots who were fighting the Japanese BEFORE the attack on Pearl Harbor. With author Sam Kleiner
Captain Christy Wise is the first female amputee to return to the cockpit. She is also helping children gain access to prostheses so that can live fuller lives.
Before he retired from the Army, Master Sergeant Andre Rush was known as the “Strongest Chef in the Military”. Now he’s helping to raise awareness about Veteran’s issues.
Tom Satterly spent two decades as a member of the Army’s elite Delta Force. He participated in the “Black Hawk Down” battle and also the missions to capture Saddam Hussein.
New York Firefighter Tim Brown responded the World Trade Center bombing in 1993 and then survived the WTC attacks in 2001. A compelling discussion on why we should NEVER FORGET.
Veteran Johnny Linebarger spent 9 years as a security specialist in the Air Force. He holds 9 world titles. Now he teaches others how to protect themselves.
Ron Stallworth is the REAL detective whose successful infiltration of the Klan is featured in the new film “BlackkKlansman”
There are many ways we can help support Veterans and their families. But not all these charities are on the up and up. Representatives of the Federal Trade Commission join us to discuss “Operation Donate with Honor” and how to avoid scams targeting military families.
Melanie Lentz served as a Secret Service Agent for nine years and served on Nancy Reagan’s personal security detail.
Nic McKinley began as an Air Force Pararescueman and transitioned to a special US Intelligence Agency. He now helps local law enforcement agencies crack down on human trafficking.
Since their inception, the Call of Duty Endowment has helped place over 43,000 Veterans in employment positions with an average starting salary nearly TWO times greater than the national median income. Executive Director Dan Goldenberg will share their story.
Ray McPadden spent almost two years on the Afghanistan/Pakistan border as part of a special operations unit of the Army Rangers. His experiences formed the basis for the soon to be released gut wrenching novel “And The Whole Mountain Burned.”
We celebrate the 243rd Birthday of the United States Marine Corps with best selling Author of “Echo in Ramadi” Scott Huesing. OORAH that’s alot of candles!
The “Well Done Comedian”. An IED took the lives of four of his comrades and left Bobby Henline with severe burns over 40% of his body. He could have given up. Instead he has turned to comedy as a way to help other survivors.
As a member of the CIA’s Global Response Staff, John Tiegen would spend 13 hours September 11, 2012 battling Islamic militants in Benghazi.
Army SSGT Clint Romesha was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions in Afghanistan. His is just one of the stories featured in the newly released Netflix Series “Medal of Honor”.
The Reagan Legacy Foundation honors the history and sacrifice of many who served our country – as well as though who continue to do so. Foundation President Michael Reagan joins us to provide updates.
Air Force Combat Photographer Stacy Pearsall practiced her craft in over 41 countries and deployed on three combat tours. Wounds received during her last tour forced her out of the military but her time in VA waiting rooms inspired her to a new mission; she has traveled coast-to-coast and documented over 6,500 other Veterans through her Veterans Portrait Project.
Oklahoma City firefighter Chris Fields carrying the lifeless body of infant Baylee Almon became the iconic image of the graphic horror of the 1995 bombing of the Murrah Federal Building and led to years of PTSD struggles. Chris joins us to share how he overcame and what he is doing to help others.
Prof. Victor Davis Hanson is Martin and Illie Anderson Senior Fellow in residence in classics and military history at the Hoover Institution, Stanford University. He has authored or edited 24 books and is an expert on topics from the ancient Greek to modern day wars.
Matthew Marsden has played military characters in several movies including Blackhawk Down and Tranformers: Revenge of Fallen. He has been named a Kentucky Colonel in recognition of his support for the military. “I Am That Man” is his directorial debut and he joins us the same day as the film premiers.
Our “Friday Pilots” feature returns with Alex Wright. Alex is a fighter pilot with over 5,000 hours in the cockpit. 14 of those hours were on two combat missions during the last battle of the war in Indochina; the rescue of the SS Mayaguez. He flew with both the Air Force and the Air National Guard for over 32 years.
During more than 17 years patrolling the Golden Gate Bridge, retired California Highway Patrol Officer Kevin Briggs talked more than 200 persons away from the precipice.
The wreckage of the USS Hornet was recently discovered in the South Pacific. This aircraft carrier played a significant role in many World War II battles including the Doolittle Raid and the Battle of Midway. Samuel Cox, Director of the Naval History and Heritage Command joins us to discuss this important discovery.
James is one of the best historical writers I know. His newest book “Rampage; MacArthur, Yamashita and the Battle of Manila” has been named Amazon Best Book of the Year 2018.