U.S. service members continue to work with their Afghan counterparts in training their military to prepare for the security transitions in July. Not only does this mean training Afghans to be able to fight insurgents in their country, but also teaching them how to train future generations of Afghan soldiers to fight. Spc. Adam Dineen shows us how one unit is getting the Afghan National Army in Paktika province to train it's own. Includes soundbites from 2nd Lt. Ubaid Urhaman and 1st Sgt. Wali, b...
Apr 21, 2023•2 min
This edition features a story on a quick reaction force team which turned support specialists into a combat ready force. Produced by Petty Officer Santos Huante. Soundbites from Sgt. Timothy Rozwalka, Staff Sgt. Reginald King.
Apr 21, 2023•2 min
There are places in the world where religious tolerance and cultural diversity are not respected. Lance Cpl. Clayton Rogers takes us to the Blue Mosque where Afghan reporters shed light on U.S. forces support and acceptance of different religious faiths. Includes soundbites from Farooq Sadat - Tolo TV reporter and Mullah Halimi - Mosque priest. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Marshall Hunsaker.
Apr 21, 2023•2 min
This edition features a story on how with ten years of U.S. presence in Afghanistan, many Soldiers have had to deal with the rigors of combat. Leaders from Fourth Brigade, One Hundred First Airborne Division, tell us about a program they've developed to help their Soldiers cope with the stresses of deployment. Sound bite includes Maj. Randy Robison - Task Force Curahee Chaplain and Sgt. Maj. Joseph Singerhouse - 4th Brigade, 101st Airborne Division. Produced by Spc. Adam Dineen. Hosted by Airman...
Apr 21, 2023•2 min
This edition features a story about how with Afghan Forces scheduled to assume full responsibility for providing security in 2014, they must first master their weapons. Afghanistan. Staff Sgt. Yoshi Shinzato tells us just how far the Afghan National Civil Order Police have to come. Sound bite includes ANCOP 1st Lt. Khangha - Afghan Instructor Regional Training Center Laghman. Produced by Staff Sgt. Yoshi Shinzato. Hosted by Cpl. Benjamin Harris.
Apr 21, 2023•2 min
This edition features a story on how self-sufficient training centers that can produce a highly trained police force are essential to a country striving to maintain civil order. Air Force Staff Sgt. Yoshi Shinzato tells us what a group of soldiers are doing to help prepare Afghan police force for full transition. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Marshall Hunsaker. Produced by Air Force Staff Sgt. Yoshi Shinzato. Includes soundbites from Spc. Francis Markley - student advisor, C244 Air Defense Artiller...
Apr 21, 2023•2 min
After decades of war and strife, Afghanistan is at a critical point in their history. With coalition forces scheduled to end major operations in 2014, security will be needed more than ever. Air Force Staff Sgt. Yoshi Shinzato tells us what Afghans are doing to secure their future. Hosted by Petty Officer 2nd Class Cody Hitson. Includes soundbites from Spc. Richard Coley - student advisor, 14J Air Defense Artillery, from Pensacola, Fla., and ANCOP 3LT Shawlai Haqmal - Afghan general subject inst...
Apr 21, 2023•2 min
This edition features a story on officials recognizing Afghan soldiers who completed a new course of training. Helping the Afghan National Army become self-sufficient requires them to develop a variety of skills. Produced by Airman 1st Class Marshall Hunsaker. Hosted by Lance Cpl. Clayton Rogers.
Apr 21, 2023•2 min
For Afghan Forces to keep the peace, they must be prepared for anything, including close quarters combat. Staff Sgt. Yoshi Shinzato tells us what Afghan Police hand to hand combat is all about.
Apr 21, 2023•2 min
This edition features a story about how more Afghans are stepping up to defend their country from radical forces, and it poses a big threat to terrorist groups. Air Force Staff Sgt. Yoshi Shinzato tells us how a simple Afghan Police ceremony symbolizes a new beginning for future of Afghans everywhere. Sound bites include 1st Lt. Will Andrews - Site Commander, Regional Training Center Laghman, Hometown: Nampa, Idaho. Produced by Staff Sgt. Yoshi Shinzato. Hosted by Marshall Hunsaker.
Apr 20, 2023•2 min
This edition features a story on how after years of corruption, its no wonder that Afghan citizens can be critical of Afghan Law Enforcement, but with large improvements in training and strict enforcement of laws, the Police Force is regaining the people's confidence. Air Force Staff Sgt. Yoshi Shinzato tells us how Afghan Police Forces are strengthening trust among the people in Afghanistan. Sound bites include 1st Lt. Will Andrews - Site Commander, Regional Training Center Laghman, Hometown: N...
Apr 20, 2023•2 min
The new Army Chief of Staff, General Martin Dempsey came to Afghanistan Friday. Lance Cpl. Clayton Rogers takes us to the medevac bay at Bagram Airfield where General Dempsey commends the Soldiers for their hard work overseas. Includes sound bites from Gen. Dempsey. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Marshall Hunsaker
Apr 20, 2023•2 min
This edition features a story about how breaking up the daily routine keeps people going in a deployed environment. Airman 1st Class Marshall Hunsaker visited and event that kept many on Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, going and going, and going. Sound bites include Steve Pipes - Runner, John Lakness - Male Winner and Heidi Miller - Female Winner. Produced by Airman 1st Class Marshall Hunsaker. Hosted by Cpl. Benjamin Harris.
Apr 20, 2023•2 min
The service members in explosive ordnance disposal are responsible for handling improvised explosive devices. The deadliest weapons in Afghanistan. This job sometimes comes with a high price. Marine Cpl. Benjamin Harris shows us how the E-O-D community at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan paused to recognize twenty of their own heroes. Includes sound bites from Maj. Stacy Enyeart, Deputy Operations Officer, Combined Joint Task Force Paladin Headquarters.
Apr 20, 2023•2 min
This edition features a story about how military reenlistment's are a special occasion for service members to renew their commitment to their service. Marine Cpl. Benjamin Harris explains how this one was made unique by it's timing and special guest. Sound bite includes Gen. David Petraeus - ISAF Commander, Staff Sgt. David Cygan - 919th Inland Cargo Transfer Company, Hometown: Pinconning, Mich., and Sgt. Ashley Atwood - 919th Inland Cargo Transfer Company, Hometown: Cocoa Beach, Fla. Produced b...
Apr 20, 2023•2 min
This edition features a story about while Coalition Forces are scheduled to end major operations in Afghanistan, Afghan Forces must take on even more responsibility, Air Force Staff Sgt. Yoshi Shinzato tells us how Afghan Police Forces are taking the lead in key areas. Sound bites include 1st Lt. Christina Kalogiros - Regional Training Center Logistics Adviser and Col. Abdul Maqsod - Afghan Logistics Officer. Produced by Staff Sgt. Yoshi Shinzato. Hosted by Cpl. Benjamin Harris.
Apr 20, 2023•2 min
A new system that will greatly improve the movement of supplies and cut costs is being implemented at Forward Operating base Deh Dadi Two. Petty Officer Santos Huante has more. Includes sound bites from Sgt. 1st Class Delando Mercer, Cargo Operations NCOIC, 302nd Inland Cargo Transfer Company. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Marshall Hunsaker
Apr 20, 2023•2 min
U.S. forces meet with local leaders in order to have an impact on the hearts and minds of local Afghans. Petty Officer Santos Huante has more. Hosted by Cpl. Benjamin Harris. Includes sound bites from Lt. Col. Austin Elliot, Battalion Commander, 530th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion and Wali Shah, Deh Dadi II District Governer, Balkh province, Afghanistan.
Apr 20, 2023•2 min
The use of new technology constantly changes the performance of daily tasks and reshapes how we view our surroundings. As Petty Officer Cody Hitson shows us, this is true for even the military. Includes sound bites from Capt. Jonathan Springer, Application Developer and Staff Sgt. Justin Wiggins, Application User. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Marshall Hunsacker.
Apr 20, 2023•2 min
This edition features a story on Task Force Bastogne providing fuel throughout Afghanistan. Soundbite from Capt. Melanie Shafer. Produced by Petty Officer Cody Hitson.
Apr 20, 2023•2 min
This edition features a story on how a decade of American involvement in Operation Enduring Freedom has provided our Troops with a valuable weapon: Experience. Petty Officer Cody Hitson shows how Soldiers in Jalalbad, Afghanistan pass on their knowledge to incoming Troops, preparing them for what lies ahead. Sound bite includes Sgt. Kevin Monroe - TF Bastogne COLT Member and Sgt. Anthony Ryan Suchey - TF Bastogne COLT Team Leader. Produced by Petty Officer 2nd Class Cody Hitson. Hosted by Senior...
Apr 20, 2023•2 min
You may have heard about the Boomerang, a gunshot detection system mounted on tactical vehicles. What you probably don't know is that system has been miniaturized to fit a Soldier in the field. Lance Cpl. Clayton Rogers takes us to Combat Outpost Charhk, where two civilians train Soldiers to use this system. Includes sound bites from Danzell Harrell, P.E.O. Soldier Rep. and Sgt. Jeffery Roberts, Infantryman
Apr 20, 2023•2 min
This edition features a story on a platoon engaging in combat during a street level engagement and how they managed the situation. Hosted by Cpl. Benjamin Harris. Produced by Lance Cpl. Clayton Rogers. Includes soundbites from 1st Lt. Paul Lankford - team leader and Pfc. Brad Hampton - combat medic.
Apr 20, 2023•2 min
This edition features a story about to fly a U-2, Pilots have to be the best of the best, they must be able to fly at altitudes around 70,000 feet for several hours, putting their bodies to the test. Senior Airman Michael Cowley introduces us to a pilot from Southwest Asia that knows the feeling all to well. Sound bites includes U-2 Pilot - 99th Expeditionary Reconnaissance Squadron. Produced by Senior Airman Michael Cowley and hosted by Lance Cpl. Benjamin Harris
Apr 20, 2023•2 min
This edition features a story about how keeping service members away from potential threats is a constant struggle. Airman 1st Class Marshall Hunsaker visits a course where Soldiers train to handle danger from a much safer distance in Afghanistan. Sound bites include Staff Sgt. Caleb Smith - Course NCOIC, Sgt. Erik Vargas - Robot Operator and Spc. Robert Meloney - Course Instructor. Produced by Airman 1st Class Marshal Hunsaker. Hosted by Cpl. Benjamin Harris.
Apr 20, 2023•2 min
This edition features a story about how deployed Troops in Afghanistan find a variety of ways to enjoy their limited time off work. Marine Cpl. Benjamin Harris explains how one group of service members at Bagram Airfield volunteer their free time to continue supporting the mission. Sound bite includes Master Sgt. Hope Skibitsky - Operations Care Vice President and Mohammad Najib - Gift Recipient. Produced by Cpl. Benjamin Harris and Hosted by Senior Airman Chance Smith.
Apr 20, 2023•2 min
Leaving a Forward Operating Base can have its challenges. Safety and security a top concern. So when a route clearance team heads out on an escort mission, they ensure coalition forces and local civilians are kept out of harm's way. Petty Officer 2nd Class Santos Huante has more. Includes sound bites from 1st Lt. Ryan Becker, Platoon Leader, Spc. Donald Kuhlman, Wrecker Operator and Sgt. Jason Larsan, Medic.
Apr 20, 2023•2 min
A Utah National Guard unit set up a traffic control point near the northern part of Khost province. A TCP is a method U.S. forces use to deter and potentially stop the transportation of weapons, bomb making materials and enemy personnel. Petty Officer 2nd Class Santos Huante has more. Includes sound bites from Senior Airman Erin Sims, Canine handler, Sgt. Clay Young, 118th Sapper Company and Spc. Justin Halbert, 118th Sapper Company.
Apr 20, 2023•2 min
This edition features a story on how Salerno Hospital in Khost Province, provides surgical trauma care for Coalition Forces. As one of the few medical facilities in Afghanistan with equipment and surgical skills not available in local Afghan hospitals, Salerno Hospital is sought after. Petty Officer Santos Huante explains. Sound bites include Col. Peter Gould - Commander, Col. Kimberly Burgess - Deputy Commander, Clinical Services, Spc. Brian Humphreys - Radiology Technician and Cpl. Morton Camp...
Apr 20, 2023•2 min
This edition features a story about how there are plenty of circumstances that can disable a military vehicle in Afghanistan. Airman 1st Class Marshall Hunsaker joins one group of Soldiers as they learn how to get them back to base. Sound bites include Staff Sgt. Michael Lampley - Vehicle Recovery Instructor, Sgt. 1st Class Alvin Beehler - U.S. Army Ordnance School Chief Instructor and Staff Sgt. Grady Horner - Course Graduate. Produced by Airman 1st Class Marshall Hunsaker and Hosted by Senior ...
Apr 20, 2023•2 min
