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Tue 12/18/2018

Reagan Legacy Foundation – Michael Reagan

Ben Buehler-Garcia2021-01-04T10:02:51-07:00December 18th, 2018|

The Reagan Legacy Foundation was created by Michael Reagan and his wife in order to advance the causes that his father, President Ronald Reagan, held dear and to memorialize the accomplishments of his presidency. He was inspired by a conversation he had in the hospital with his sister Maureen just before she passed – she asked him to consider doing something to carry on their father’s legacy. The Walkway to Victory campaign kicked off on in June with the objective [...]

Sun 12/2/2018

13 Hours in Benghazi – John “Tig” Tiegen

Ben Buehler-Garcia2021-01-04T10:06:48-07:00December 2nd, 2018|

John “Tig” Tiegen was one of a handful of warriors that kept the September 11 2012 attacks on the US Consulate and CIA Annex in Benghazi from turning into another “Alamo”. Tig enlisted in the Marines at 17 in the delayed entry program and when the recruiter’s call came he literally walked out of class to prepare for boot camp. Following his service in the Marines, Tig began working as a contractor for private security firms before taking an interest [...]

Tue 11/27/2018

Military Brats – Michael Lyons & CMSgt Charles Neal

Ben Buehler-Garcia2021-01-04T10:12:24-07:00November 27th, 2018|

A military brat faces many challenges, but the lifestyle also builds very resilient adults. November is Month of the Military Family and we are joined by Army Veteran and Author Michael Joseph Lyons & Command Chief Master Sergeant Charles Neal of the Arizona Air National Guard. Michael Joseph Lyons Michael was not alive when his father went off to World War II, but he does recall his father being deployed to Korea. After being raised a military brat, [...]

Sat 11/17/2018

Bobby Henline – The “Well Done Comedian”

Ben Buehler-Garcia2021-01-04T10:26:03-07:00November 17th, 2018|

Bobby Henline could have given up. But he didn’t. Now he uses humor to help others heal as well. Henline joined the Army at the age of 17 and deployed as part of Operation Desert Storm. He served for three years before leaving the Army to move on with his life. Like many Veterans, Bobby was compelled to re-enlist following the 9/11 attacks and went through boot camp again as a 30 year old. On April 7, 2007 - three [...]

Sat 11/10/2018

The Feres Doctrine – Richard Stayskal & Scott Huesing

Ben Buehler-Garcia2021-01-04T11:01:47-07:00November 10th, 2018|

The story of Richard Stayskal is by no means complete. The ending remains to be written. He survived a snipers’ bullet but is now fighting for his life against cancer and the bureaucracy. Richard Stayskal We need YOUR help to write the ending to this story. I take pride in show prep. I read books before having authors on the show. I watch documentaries before we feature their producers. And, on occasion, we reject guests because they just [...]

Sat 11/3/2018

Catkiller 3-2 Birddogs Over Vietnam – Ray Caryl

Ben Buehler-Garcia2021-01-04T11:05:37-07:00November 3rd, 2018|

Catkiller was the call sign for the Army 220th Aviation Company over Vietnam. They flew light, slow, single engine aircraft with virtually no armament. Ray Caryl was one of them. The role of these Birddog pilots is described in his new book “Catkiller 3-2: An Army Pilot Flying for the Marines in Vietnam”. Ray and his fellow “Birddog” pilots flew the O-1, a military version of the Cessna. Perhaps not very sexy but the O-1 has been called the deadliest [...]

Sun 10/28/2018

Ranger Author Ray McPadden

Ben Buehler-Garcia2021-01-04T10:54:17-07:00October 28th, 2018|

Like many of his generation, Army Ranger Ray McPadden joined the military following the 9/11 attacks. He served seven years with the 2nd Ranger Battalion and 10th Mountain Division – including four combat tours. Ray spent almost two years on the Afghanistan/Pakistan border during which time his unit established the first American foothold in the notorious Korengal Valley – the same valley made famous in Sebastian Junger’s award winning documentary “Restrepo”. Ray also served in Iraq where he helped form [...]

Sun 10/21/2018

Sailor of the Year – Michael & Alisha Larson

Ben Buehler-Garcia2021-01-10T12:37:05-07:00October 21st, 2018|

Being named Sailor of the Year on one of the most advanced fighting machines in the world is quite an achievement. USS Tucson Chief Petty Officer Michael Larson and his wife Alisha pop into the studio during their Namesake City visit to share some thoughts. Michael is a Machinist Mate which means he is responsible for maintenance and repairs of key components aboard the submarine. He was named Sailor of the Year for his steadfast commitment to vital repairs that [...]

Sun 10/21/2018

Call of Duty Endowment – Dan Goldenberg

Ben Buehler-Garcia2021-01-10T12:39:54-07:00October 21st, 2018|

The Call of Duty Endowment was created by Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick in 2009 after learning that nearly 30% of post 9/11 Veterans were facing challenges in finding civilian employment. Since then, the Endowment has funded the placement of 50,000 veterans in careers paying an average of $27,000 more than the national median. Activision Blizzard is the world’s largest and most profitable western interactive entertainment company. Call of Duty Endowment Executive Director Dan Goldenberg joins us to share how his [...]

Sun 10/14/2018

Deliver Fund – Nic McKinley

Ben Buehler-Garcia2021-01-10T12:43:36-07:00October 14th, 2018|

Deliver Fund Co-Founder and Exec. Director Nic McKinley used to save lives and catch bad guys overseas. Now he does it right here in our country. Nic mentioned to a Navy recruiter that he wanted to be a medic in the SEAL Teams. The response was “Why wouldn’t you just become a PJ?” Nic had never heard of Air Force pararescue but went on to spend 10 years serving as a member of these elite teams. While attached to a [...]