This week , we’re recorded live from the National Veterans Wheelchair Games! Join us as we connect with leaders from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and Paralyzed Veterans of America, explore logistics and medical support with the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, and meet two inspiring athletes. Guests include: Dave Tostenrude – National Veterans Wheelchair Games Jen Purser – Paralyzed Veterans of America Jerry Gunn – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Dr. Alex Senk – Minneapolis VA Hea...
Jul 26, 2025
This week on the Minnesota Military Radio Hour, we dive into the story of Minnesota’s only Air Force Reserve unit, the 934th Airlift Wing, known as the “Flying Vikings.” Learn about their critical missions, training, and role in national defense. We also get the latest updates from the Minnesota Patriot Guard, honoring veterans and supporting military families across the state. Guests include: Col. Samuel Kraemer – 934th Airlift Wing CMSgt. Jennifer Murphy – 934th Airlift Wing Tim Leonhardt – Mi...
Jul 19, 2025
This week , we explore educational opportunities and support for Minnesota’s military community at Saint Paul College, delve into inclusion efforts and the 35th anniversary of the ADA with the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, and get an update from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Guests include: Alan Duff – Saint Paul College Julie Severson – Saint Paul College Jean Maierhofer – Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Director Patrick Kelly – Minneapolis VA Health Care System ht...
Jul 12, 2025
This week , we discover the podcast The Sinking of the USS Indianapolis and the Atomic Bomb: The Price Paid for Liberty and join us as we connect with the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers. Guests include: Ron Duffy – Ron Duffy Art Josh Beninga – Minnesota Association of County Veteran Service Officers https://minnesotamilitaryradiohour.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-07-03-MMR.mp3 Click Here to learn more about the podcast: The Sinking of the USS Indianapolis and the...
Jul 05, 2025
This week , we connect with the Minnesota Army National Guard and Beyond the Yellow Ribbon- Central MN to explore the Minnesota Army National Guard Aviation Memorial and hear updates from our Senior Enlisted Leader. Guests include: MG Kevin O’Brien – Minnesota Army National Guard LTC Joshua Roetman – Minnesota Army National Guard Stephanie Hurt – Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Cmd. Chief Lisa Erikson – Minnesota National Guard https://minnesotamilitaryradiohour.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/2025-06-2...
Jun 28, 2025
This week , we explore the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs’ efforts to end Veteran homelessness, learn how the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers St. Paul District is supporting wildfire response in Los Angeles, and get an update from the MN Patriot Guard. Guests include: Derek Holt – Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Col. Eric Swenson – U.S. Army Corps of Engineers St. Paul District Tina Shivel – U.S. Army Corps of Engineers St. Paul District Melanie Peterson – U.S. Army Corps of Engi...
Jun 21, 2025
This week , we’re joined by the Director of Government Affairs from the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs and a Minnesota State Senator to discuss the 2025 legislative session and receive updates from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Guests include: Jon Kelly – Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Sen. Aric Putnam – Minnesota Senate Director Patrick Kelly – Minneapolis VA Health Care System https://minnesotamilitaryradiohour.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/2025-06-12-MMR.mp3 The ...
Jun 14, 2025
This week , we explore Chronic Pain Care with the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, discuss the Minnesota American Legion Foundation’s Fund 85, and get an update from the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers. Guests include: Kara Wong – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Beth DeRonne – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Janet Lorenzo – Minnesota American Legion Foundation Jason Storm – Minnesota American Legion Foundation Josh Beninga – Minnesota Association of County Veteran...
Jun 07, 2025
This week , we’ll discuss the Month of the Military Spouse, highlight the Minnesota National Guard’s Soldier & Family Readiness Group, and get an update from our Senior Enlisted Leader. Guests include: Amy Watson – Soldier & Family Readiness Group Cmd. Chief Lisa Erikson – Minnesota National Guard https://minnesotamilitaryradiohour.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/2025-05-29-MMR.mp3 The post Soldier & Family Readiness Group appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio ....
May 31, 2025
This Memorial Day , we’re live with the Minnesota National Guard, Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, Minneapolis VA, and more: Hour 1 Chaplain Lt. Col. Tim Usset, Minnesota National Guard Butch Whitehead, Minnesota Disabled American Veterans Lt. Gen. Jon Jensen, National Guard https://minnesotamilitaryradiohour.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/MMR-Memorial-Day-2025-h1.mp3 Hour 2 Commissioner Brad Lindsay, Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Director Patrick Kelly, Minneapolis Veterans ...
May 26, 2025
This week , we’ll connect with the Program Coordinator for Survivor Outreach Services from the Minnesota Army National Guard and get an update from the MN Patriot Guard. Tune in to our live Memorial Day show from 6-9 AM on Monday, May 26th, on Twin Cities News Talk or iHeartMedia Inc. Guests include: Kylee McArdle – Minnesota Army National Guard Craig Ugland – Minnesota Patriot Guard https://minnesotamilitaryradiohour.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/2025-05-22-MMR.mp3 The post Survivor Outreach S...
May 24, 2025
This week , we explore how the Magnus Veterans Foundation supports Veterans and their families, connect with the administrator of the Preston Veterans Cemetery from the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, and get the latest from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Guests include: BG (ret) Tim Kennedy – Magnus Veterans Foundation LT COL (ret) Shawn Alderman – Magnus Veterans Foundation Robert Gross – Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Director Patrick Kelly – Minneapolis VA Health ...
May 17, 2025
This week , we’re live from Minnesota Wild headquarters, exploring the MN Wild Team Dog Program. We’ll meet the founder of Coco’s Heart Dog Rescue, learn about the Soldiers 6 program providing service dogs to heroes, and connect with a veteran who previously received a MN Wild team dog. Guests include: Wayne Peterson – Minnesota Wild Ashley Kurtz – Coco’s Heart Dog Rescue Mike Boehmer – Soldier’s 6 Nick Leach – MN Wild Team Dog Recipient https://minnesotamilitaryradiohour.com/wp-content/uploads/...
May 10, 2025
This week we learn about Limb Loss Awareness Month from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, hear from Fairview Health Services on becoming a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon company and get and update from our Senior Enlisted Leader. Guests include: Dr. Molly Matsumoto – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Shawn McLaughlin – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Karl Koch – Fairview Health Services Lori Simpson – Fairview Health Services Cmd. Chief Lisa Erikson – Minnesota National Guard https://minnesotam...
May 03, 2025
This week , we’ll connect with the 133rd Airlift Wing to discuss Sage Eagle, a joint training exercise involving the Air National Guard and 5th Special Forces Group – Airborne, plus get an update from the MN Patriot Guard. Guests include: MSgt. Tom Boyum – 133rd Airlift Wing SSgt. Mackenzie Miller – 133rd Airlift Wing MSgt. Matt Reed – 133rd Airlift Wing Maj. Nate Wallin – 133rd Airlift Wing Craig Ugland – Minnesota Patriot Guard https://minnesotamilitaryradiohour.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/...
Apr 26, 2025
This week , we’ll join the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development to explore Veteran employment and the upcoming career fair. We’ll also hear from the National Director of Paralyzed Veterans of America and get an update from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Guests include: Raymond Douha – Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) Shannon Spouse – Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) Todd Kemery – Minnesota Paralyze...
Apr 19, 2025
This week , we explore leadership development and Army life with Minnesota National Guard soldiers, recap Veterans Day on the Hill with the legislative director from the DAV Department of Minnesota, and connect with the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers. Guests include: 1SG Steve Cox – Minnesota National Guard SPC Mitchell Houge – Minnesota National Guard Trent Dilks – Disabled American Veterans, Department of Minnesota Tom Anderson – Minnesota Association of County Veter...
Apr 12, 2025
This week , we sit down with the Minneapolis VA Health Care System to talk about the National Veterans Wheelchair Games, explore how Children’s Minnesota earned its status as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon organization, and get the latest from our Command Senior Enlisted Leader. Guests include: Rachel Hammer – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Janelle Gustafson – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Bruce Henderson – National Veterans Wheelchair Games Athlete Ron Jarvi – Children’s Minnesota Aaron Simp...
Apr 05, 2025
This week , we’re recorded live from the 32nd Welcome Home Pheasant Hunt at Wild Wings of Oneka, organized by Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Network, Hugo, MN. We’ll explore the 34th Infantry Division Association and chat with leaders from the 148th Fighter Wing and the 34th Red Bull Infantry Division. Guests include: Chuck Haas – Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Network Hugo Tyler Scott – Wild Wings of Oneka Col (ret) Chad Sackett – 34th Red Bull Infantry Division Association Lt Col Ryan Blazevic – 148th Fig...
Mar 29, 2025
This week , our program shines a light on MN Air National Guard Recruiting, offering an inside look at their recruiting team and the keys to effective recruiting. We’ll also bring you the latest updates from the MN Patriot Guard. Guests include: Maj Andrea Kostiuk – MN Air National Guard MSgt Kayla Crotteau – MN Air National Guard Msgt Jesse Todd – MN Air National Guard TSgt Paige Feete – MN Air National Guard Tim Leonhardt – MN Patriot Guard https://minnesotamilitaryradiohour.com/wp-content/upl...
Mar 22, 2025
This week , we’re joined by a special host and MC for Veterans Day on the Hill, Tom Lyons. We’ll sit down with the Legislative Director of the DAV of Minnesota to discuss the upcoming Veterans Day on the Hill and the key legislative priorities for Veterans in Minnesota. Plus, we’ll connect with the Vice President of the Minnesota Association of County Veteran Service Officers to explore how we can inspire our Veteran community to join us at the event on April 9th. To learn more about Veterans Da...
Mar 15, 2025
This week , we’ll be sitting down with the Nursing Workforce at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, connecting with the community outreach coordinators from Beyond the Yellow Ribbon, and getting the latest update from our Senior Enlisted Leader. Guests include: Katie Nelson – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Amy Daly – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Stefanie Hurt – Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Taunja Moe Forbes – Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Command Chief Lisa Erikson – Minnesota National Guard h...
Mar 08, 2025
This week we discuss the return of Warrant Officers to the United States Air Force and Minnesota National Guard, additionally we check in with the Claims Division of the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs and get an update from the MN Patriot Guard. Guests include: Maj. Joe Girtz – 210th Engineering Installation Squadron CW5 Erik Homme – Minnesota National Guard Jeff Burth – Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Peter Hansen – Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Craig Ugland – Minn...
Mar 01, 2025
This week , we’re meeting with the Director of Government Affairs at the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, discussing Veteran legislation with a Minnesota House Representative and Chair of the Veterans and Military Affairs Division, and get an update from the Director of the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Guests include: Jon Kelly – Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Rep. Matt Bliss – Committee Chair Veterans and Military Affairs Division Director Patrick Kelly- Minneapolis VA ...
Feb 22, 2025
This week , we’ll sit down with a retired Colonel from the 133rd Airlift Wing to explore his 37-year journey with the Air National Guard. We’ll also bring you updates from the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs on the MN Veterans Homes, and hear from the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers. Guests include: Col (ret) Mike Piontek – 133rd Airlift Wing Eric Meittunen – Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Josh Beninga – Minnesota Association of County Veteran Service...
Feb 15, 2025
