What began as un-authorized air drops of treats to German children during the Berlin airlift soon inspired the world. The “Original” Candy Bomber Gail Halvorsen shares how the idea began and his life-long connection to some of those he helped.
A warrior who served during the "original" Cold War and rose to the highest ranks of the Air Force believes we ARE and shares his reasons why.
WWII Navy Vet Charles Wohlleb (C) Dr. Josh Appel (L) Jam-Packed Veteran's Day Special honoring those who served from a variety of eras. Brigadier General Keith Connolly – 172 Combat Missions over North Vietnam, Cambodia & Laos Charles Wohlleb – one of only 24 survivors of the USS Spence capsizing in World War II SSgt Melissa Moreau – Current active duty Air Force Medic Captain/Dr. Josh Appel – Pararescueman that participated in "Lone Survivor" Marcus Luttrell rescue
Lt. General Robert Johnston (USMC) served two tours of duty in Vietnam, was Chief of Staff to General Norman Schwarzkopf, and Commanding General for Operation Restored hope. Bob shares insights on a variety of topics: Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm, the UN Mission in Somalia, ISIS and m ilitary budget cuts.
During a special Arizona Fisher House Radio-a-thon fundraiser, Pvt. Jessica Lynch talks for the very first time with Nelson Miller, one of the Navy SEALs who rescued her.
Two military spouses join us in studio to discuss the special challenges presented by high tempo deployments and resources to help.
They specialize in saving lives. One squadron just returned and the other just deployed. Lt. Col. Andrew Meshel – Command Helicopter Pilot SMSgt Howard Smith - Survival Evasion Resistance Escape Specialist
Regular contributor Col. Kent Laughbaum enlightens us on the advantages - and limitations of applying airpower in the the current middle east crisis.
It is one of the most requested Air Force occupations but few civilians know anything about the role and mission of OSI. Retired OSI officer, security consultant and author Sylvia Longmire gives us a peek inside the missions and operations of this special group.
Dan Rowan was serving with New York Fire Department Engine Company 33 on September 11. His Engine Company lost 10 firefighters on that day but Dan says he actually lost 343 brothers in the attacks. Of the total firefighters killed, Dan had personally trained or worked with 53 of them. This is one of the most compelling interviews I have done. As you can hear in his voice, September 11th is still a very sensitive issue for Dan. The south [...]