This week's episode shares the stories of two 1st Cavalry Division Soldiers who were assigned to Camp Atterbury for the Operation Allies Welcome mission. They give their perspectives, what they did, and the beautiful moments they shared with the guests. SUBMIT : FortHoodPAO@gmail.com FACEBOOK : /usagforthood INSTAGRAM : @usagforthood TWITTER : @usagforthood All music obtained, royalty free, through Filter by Songtradr : "Gun Metal Grey" - Delicious Allstars; "Learning By Doing" - Niklas Olovso T...
Mar 31, 2022•34 min•Season 3Ep. 13
This week's episode focuses on the 1st Cavalry Division Horse Cavalry Detachment. Cpt. Edwards tells the hosts all about the history behind the detachment, what their purpose is, the history in the uniforms and equipment, how soldiers can get involved, and even how the public can get involved. And of course you can't forget learning about the amazing horses, and mules, that make this detachment possible. Lastly, the hosts are here to remind Fort Hood residents and soldiers about the power outage...
Mar 10, 2022•27 min•Season 3Ep. 10
This week's episode focuses on the upcoming Energy Resilience Readiness Exercise (aka a power outage) that will take place on Fort Hood March 15. This exercise will begin at 8 AM and will last at least eight hours, but could last up till 12 hours. The Garrison Commander Col. Chad R. Foster is on the show this week to give us all the details of what people can expect that day, and to explain why we're even doing this. Plus, this is first episode of March which means Blair from the Fort Hood Senti...
Mar 03, 2022•57 min•Season 3Ep. 9
This week's episode focuses on the 3Rs Explosive Safety Program, what that means, what people should in situations of munitions, and how people can learn more. The general theme of the episode is the 3Rs themselves: Recognize, Retreat, and Report. Safety is also discussed in the event of a power outage, whether it is scheduled or unscheduled, and what you can do to ensure your safety and others. Lastly, it is the end of the month which means it is time for another Traveling Soldier feature with ...
Feb 24, 2022•46 min•Season 3Ep. 8
This week's episode tells the story of the Armed Services YMCA , the meaning behind the name, and what they provide to the military community here at the Great Place. The ASYMCA is here to offer additional resources for military members, their families, and veterans through programming like their monthly food drives, children's waiting room, and operation kid comfort. SUBMIT : FortHoodPAO@gmail.com FACEBOOK : /usagforthood INSTAGRAM : @usagforthood TWITTER : @usagforthood All music obtained, roy...
Feb 10, 2022•37 min•Season 3Ep. 6
This week's episode is about Pegasus Troop, the 1st Cavalry Division Integration Troop here at Fort Hood, and how it differs from the Fort Hood Reception Detachment. Pegasus Troop is here to integrate Soldiers into the Division, and the leadership came on to share with us what that means for all new Cav Soldiers coming to Fort Hood. Plus, we have a special announcement to make regarding the show's cohosts and it is the beginning of February which means this is another Book & Movie of the Mon...
Feb 03, 2022•46 min•Season 3Ep. 5
This week's episode focuses on OPSEC, aka Operational Security, and what the heck that actually means. If you listen to this episode, you'll learn the history of OPSEC, how it shows up in your every day life, and how you can combat it both in the role of Soldier and in the role of a family member. It is important to note that critical information is something that should never be shared, and this is something that you'll really come to understand in this episode. Plus, it's the end of January wh...
Jan 27, 2022•38 min•Season 3Ep. 4
This week's episode focuses on the Fort Hood Scholarship Fund , an organization that provides scholarships to high school seniors and military spouses who live in the Fort Hood area. Learn about how you, or someone you may know, can apply today for a scholarship. Plus, the crew shares exciting news that is both personal and professional. SUBMIT : FortHoodPAO@gmail.com FACEBOOK : /usagforthood INSTAGRAM : @usagforthood TWITTER : @usagforthood All music obtained, royalty free, through Filter by So...
Jan 20, 2022•31 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Fort Hood and Fort Hood's Great Big Podcast welcomed BG Doyle, Commanding General of JRTC and Fort Polk, this past week. The focus of his trip to the Great Place was to inform Soldiers about why choosing Fort Polk can posture you for future professional success. Learn all about what that means and what opportunities are available to Soldiers, and family members, at Fort Polk in this week's episode. Timecodes: Interview 1 starts at 00:29 The crew: - Samantha Farlow, Fort Hood Public Affairs - CPL...
Jan 13, 2022•25 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Fort Hood's Great Big Podcast wants to wish you and yours a belated Happy New Year! And what better way to start off the new year than to discuss the first baby born here at Fort Hood and in Bell County? Be sure to listen this week's episode to learn what a normal delivery experience is and what advice the staff at the Women's Health Center have for first timers. Don't forget, this is the first episode of the month (and year) which means it is also time for Book and Movie of the Month! Timecodes...
Jan 06, 2022•41 min•Season 3Ep. 1
On the final episode of 2021, Fort Hood's Great Big Podcast has decided to focus on holiday stress and how to handle it. Garrison Chaplain Chester and Chaplain Northway are on the show to give tips, tricks, and remind listeners what resources are available to them here at Fort Hood. Plus, the gang signs off for the final time this year. Timecodes: Interview 1 starts at 00:30 The crew: - Samantha Farlow, Fort Hood Public Affairs - CPL Kyra Pearl, 11th Corps Signal Brigade - SPC Garrett Dacko, 11t...
Dec 16, 2021•33 min•Season 2Ep. 50
The Fort Hood installation has recently been experiencing challenges with urban wildlife. As such, the Wildlife Management Supervisor is on the podcast this week to talk about what residents, and even those just on the installation, should do if they run into wildlife. Plus, the Bacon Ninja is back to give more tips on how to green for the holidays! Timecodes: Interview 1 starts at 00:30 The crew: - Samantha Farlow, Fort Hood Public Affairs - CPL Kyra Pearl, 11th Corps Signal Brigade - SPC Garre...
Dec 09, 2021•36 min•Season 2Ep. 49
On this week's episode, the podcast crew talks with the ladies at the Women's Health Clinic at the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center to learn about all things labor and delivery. As we find out, Kyra isn't an expert despite having had a child herself while the other two hosts are completely lost. Plus, this is the first episode of December which means there is another "Book and Movie of the Month" segment all the way at the end. Timecodes: Interview 1 starts at 00:32 Interview 2 starts at 28:5...
Dec 02, 2021•45 min•Season 2Ep. 48
Fort Hood's Great Big Podcast wants to wish you a happy Thanksgiving! On the podcast this week, there is a special host, lots of joy, and a discussion of Santa's Workshop. Be sure to listen so that you can learn to help out an amazing organization in the coming year. Timecodes: Interview 1 starts at 00:34:29 The crew: - Samantha Farlow, Fort Hood Public Affairs - SPC Garrett Dacko, 11th Corps Signal Brigade - SPC Kyra Pearl, 11th Corps Signal Brigade Featuring: - Santa Claus - Chella Stokoe, For...
Nov 25, 2021•22 min•Season 2Ep. 47
This week's episode of Fort Hood's Great Big Podcast discusses the Fort Hood Army Fisher House, which, to the surprise of some co-hosts, is not a bait shop. Learn all about the amazing things the Fisher House does for the Fort Hood community and what the community can do for the Fisher House. Timecodes: Interview 1 starts at 00:329 The crew: - Samantha Farlow, Fort Hood Public Affairs - SPC Garrett Dacko, 11th Corps Signal Brigade - SPC Kyra Pearl, 11th Corps Signal Brigade Featuring: - Candice ...
Nov 18, 2021•25 min•Season 2Ep. 46
Thanksgiving Day is right around the corner and will be here sooner than you may realize. With the coming of the holiday, this means that it is time to start planning your Thanksgiving Day meal. 580 soldiers here at Fort Hood don't have to worry though as they are being gifted meals from the Chaplain Corps, the Central Texas Food Bank, and Onion Creek Neighborhood. The podcast crew discusses all this and Veterans Day on this Veterans Day episode. Timecodes: Interview 1 starts at 00:28:00 The cre...
Nov 11, 2021•29 min•Season 2Ep. 45
The Fort Hood Spouses' Club has a defining purpose of bringing together people here at Fort Hood to not only build a network of like-minded individuals, but to also advance the quality of life of military families and the surrounding community. The second half of their mission is what drives their fundraising. Which is why they are on the podcast this week - the Fort Hood Spouses' Club is hosting a Holiday Bazaar on November 13-14 and they want to invite everyone to come and participate. Plus th...
Nov 04, 2021•34 min•Season 2Ep. 44
Halloween is finally here, as the crew of the Fort Hood's Great Big Podcast has only been talking about it for quite some time. With Halloween comes spooky stories of the area, spooky stories of growing up in a haunted house, and the importance of safety from the Garrison Safety office. The crew also finally recognizing that the holiday will be over shortly, so they look to future events like the Mil Expo - Small Business Expo taking place on November 2 at the Backbone NCO Lounge on Fort Hood. A...
Oct 28, 2021•46 min•Season 2Ep. 43
City of Killeen Mayor Jose Segarra joins us this week to discuss his personal background, his military service, his mayoral service as he wraps up his sixth year in office, the relationship between Fort Hood and Killeen, the changes he has seen over the last 30 years, and naturally so much more. The crew also talk on the upcoming Halloween holiday and safety for trick-or-treating. Timecodes: Interview 1 starts at 00:30:11 The crew: - Samantha Farlow, Fort Hood Public Affairs - CPT Jessica Lopez,...
Oct 21, 2021•46 min•Season 2Ep. 42
Twenty four people are either physically abused, raped or stalked every minute of every day, totaling 12,614,400 victims of domestic abuse annually, a crisis that domestic violence programs want to bring attention to for education and prevention. On this week's episode of Fort Hood's Great Big Podcast, Samantha and SPC Dacko discuss domestic violence and the programs available to all those here at Fort Hood. Please note that this subject can be tough for those listening. If you have questions, w...
Oct 14, 2021•32 min•Season 2Ep. 41
This week's episode is a little longer, but that's because we filled it with two captivating interviews on the newly opened People First Center and National Physician Assistant Week. Plus, we have started our new segment, Book and Movie of the Month, which takes place at the end of the regularly scheduled content. Listen in and be sure to email us saying what you think the next book/movie of the month should be! For those interested in learning more about becoming a physician assistant for the A...
Oct 07, 2021•53 min•Season 2Ep. 40
This week, the podcast crew welcomes in Michelle Lenis from Fort Hood's Directorate of Public Works to talk about all the renovations underway here at the Great Place, as well as an update on the Santa Fe Gate project. It's all good news that you'll want to hear. National Night Out will be taking place on October 5, and Chris Albus gives all the details on when, where, and even what to dress up as. Timecodes: Interview 1 starts at 00:32:89 Interview 2 starts at 17:00:98 The crew: - Samantha Farl...
Sep 30, 2021•36 min•Season 2Ep. 39
Blood donations while recording? Learning about the puns the Robertson Blood Center has set up? Discussing the importance of donating blood, especially here at Fort Hood? This episode has it all. Timecodes: Interview 1 starts at 00:28:07 Interview 2 starts at 14:01:11 The crew: - Samantha Farlow, Fort Hood Public Affairs - SPC Kyra Pearl, 11th Corps Signal Brigade - SPC Garrett Dacko, 11th Corps Signal Brigade Featuring: - Tracy Parmer, Recruiter for the Armed Services Blood Program - SGT Emenke...
Sep 23, 2021•28 min•Season 2Ep. 38
SGT Kiari Mhoon is a vocalist with the 1st Cavalry Division Band. He's also "sort of famous" according to co-host SGT Brianna Doo. Why? He was a contestant in Season 19 of "The Voice." This week, we hear all about that journey, as well as his journey through a nine-year military career. The crew also welcomes in a new co-host, SPC Garrett Dacko from the 11th Corps Signal Brigade. The crew: - Samantha Farlow, Fort Hood Public Affairs - SGT Brianna Doo, 1st Cavalry Division Band - SPC Garrett Dack...
Sep 16, 2021•30 min•Season 2Ep. 37
The long Labor Day weekend is in our rearview mirror and schools are in full swing again. This week, the podcast crew welcomes in two school liaison officers who discuss the Fort Hood Adopt A School program and how Soldiers are making a difference in the lives of area children. The crew also bids a fond farewell to the man of many voices, SGT Lamont Shavers, who has been a fixture on the program since it rebranded this year. The crew: - Samantha Farlow, Fort Hood Public Affairs - SGT Lamont Shav...
Sep 09, 2021•30 min•Season 2Ep. 36
The month of September is Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month. The podcast crew welcomes in the experts from Fort Hood's Suicide Prevention Program, and afterward, welcomes III Corps Chaplain (Col.) Carron A. Jones to discuss how service members and vets can cope with the end of the war in Afghanistan, and feelings of loss they may be experiencing as the world watched the withdrawal unfold. The crew: - Samantha Farlow, Fort Hood Public Affairs - SGT Brianna Doo, 1st Cavalry Division Band - SP...
Sep 02, 2021•55 min•Season 2Ep. 35
U.S. Army Garrison-Fort Hood Commander COL Chad R. Foster returns to the podcast studio this week, discussing the road ahead for the Great Place. The podcast crew also reminds everyone that August 26th is Women's Equality Day, highlighting passage of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution 101 years ago, giving American women the right to vote and how women in the Army today view that landmark date in history. The crew: - Samantha Farlow, Fort Hood Public Affairs - SGT Brianna Doo, 1st Caval...
Aug 26, 2021•30 min•Season 2Ep. 34
With schools back in session, the podcast crew brings in Fort Hood's Environmental Outreach Coordinator who discusses how the Great Place continues to "Go Green" and a special program aimed at area youth. While co-host SGT Brianna Doo may be missing in action this week, U.S. Army Garrison-Fort Hood Commander COL Chad R. Foster is featured, reminding everyone to drive safely on the installation in school zones and where children are present. The crew: - Samantha Farlow, Fort Hood Public Affairs -...
Aug 19, 2021•32 min•Season 2Ep. 33
The month of August is designated as Antiterrorism Awareness Month throughout the Department of the Army. Here at Fort Hood, there are a lot of training sessions throughout the month - including the mandatory Antiterrorism Awareness Level One training - provided by the Fort Hood Force Protection Office. The podcast crew welcomes in a force protection specialist to highlight what to look for, and what to do. Bottom line: if you see something, say something. The crew: - Samantha Farlow, Fort Hood ...
Aug 12, 2021•19 min•Season 2Ep. 32
This week's podcast features two special guests focusing on helping the Fort Hood military community, extending fitness center hours and even offering employment on post. First up is the president of the Fort Hood Spouses Club, which is hosting its annual Super Sign-Up event from 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Aug. 19, at the Phantom Warrior Center. The chief of the Community Recreation Division rounds out the show, as post gyms will be expanding their hours of operation beginning Aug. 9, but there can ...
Aug 05, 2021•32 min•Season 2Ep. 31
