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The Battle of Fort Myers in February 1965 was a small engagement known as the southernmost land battle of the Civil War. Author Mark Barie explains how this little fort was a thorn in the side of the Confederates and put at risk its supply of food from the area. The fort was defended by a small , under resourced, unit of African American US Army soldiers. Barie explains this history to host Jim Fausone.

GET ANSWERS FROM OUR EXPERT PANEL!Dale Throneberry – Founder and Host of Veterans RadioBrig. Gen. Carol Ann Fausone (ret) – Legal Help For VeteransDavid Saims – Director, Washtenaw County Veteran Service OfficeJoin Dale and the rest of the panel for our live broadcast on Sunday at 5:00pm ET or stream later on your preferred podcast platform.Special Guest Dr. Rebecca Grant with an update on the attacks on Iran. Operation Epic Fury.

Maurice Imhoff researched and wrote on The 1st Michigan Colored Regiment: Free Men Who Fought Slavery, It reconstructs the formation, service, and legacy of Michigan’s first African American Civil War regiment. Utilizing letters, diaries, newspapers, and military records, the work offers new perspectives on African American military and social history while contributing to broader research on the Civil War and emancipation. Imhoff discusses this history with host Jim Fausone.

Our first guest is Lt. Col. Sam AndrewsLt. Col. Sam Andrews is a Board Member for Bravo Zulu House. The first organization designed to treat Service Members who are dealing with sobriety and PTSD.Our next guest is author Phil MarshallPhil Marshall is a military author and frequent guest of the program. Known for his works on Vietnam War experiences, particularly focusing on helicopter rescue missions and medevac operations. Phil served as a Warrant Officer Huey Dustoff pilot duringthe Vietnam War. He also writes book reviews for The VHPA Aviator, the newsletter for the Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association. He joins Dale to talk about some of the best books about Vietnam and, of course, helicopters.Learn more about Phil Marshall.

After 30 yrs in the Army and four overseas tours, Will Bruck finally acknowledged his need for some mental health therapy. He found his way to Little Blessings Veteran and Community Outreach in Monroe County, Michigan. LBVC offers equine therapy and his family already found help from it before Bruck accepted the help. He explains the journey and how horses work with veterans to host Jim Fausone.

This Sunday’s program focuses on Veterans Helping Veterans, highlighting two remarkable leaders making a difference in the military community.Our first guest is Larry St. AntoineLarry St. Antoine, President of Camp Liberty Michigan, joins the show to discuss how his organization is building a stronger veteran community by providing support, connection, and resources that empower veterans and their families.Our next guest is Mark SchmitzWe’ll also speak with Gold Star father Mark Schmitz, founder of The Freedom 13, an organization dedicated to supporting U.S. military members and Afghanistan War veterans through advocacy, assistance programs, and patriotic initiatives that honor service and sacrifice.

Our first guest is Maurice ImhoffMaurice Imhoff discusses Michigan’s 1st Colored Regiment, made up of 1,400 African American soldiers who proved their bravery and effectiveness in battles across Georgia and Florida.Learn more about historian Maurice Imhoff.Our next guest is Mark BarieMark Barie then explores the Battle of Fort Myers, where a small contingent of African American Union troops successfully repelled a much larger Confederate force, keeping the fort in Union hands at the very end of the war.Learn more about author Mark Barie.

Equine therapy at StableStrides is discussed by Col Michelle Ruehl, (ret), USAF. She first started volunteering with the programs and horses when a cadet at the USAF Academy. StableStrides, which was incorporated in 1982 as Acts 19:11 to provide therapeutic horseback riding to disabled children and now provides services to veterans and families. Ruehl talks to host Jim Fausone about the programs and the need for more funding to service the needs and those on the waiting list.

GET ANSWERS FROM OUR EXPERT PANEL!Dale Throneberry – Founder and Host of Veterans RadioBrig. Gen. Carol Ann Fausone (ret) – Legal Help For VeteransJoin Dale and the rest of the panel for our live broadcast on Sunday at 5:00pm ET or stream later on your preferred podcast platform.Our next guest is Brian DeLongBrian DeLong is a Regional Coordinator for Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs. He previously spent 32 years in the automotive industry and 30+ years of service in the U.S. Air Force with six deployments, he now continues serving his community as Commander of VFW Post 764 in McMurray, Pennsylvania. As a combat-disabled veteran with PTSD, Brian has seen firsthand how Guardian Angels’ service dogs can truly save lives – and he’s driven to make that impact possible for more veterans every day.Learn more about Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs.

Travis Reed talks about his book Retribution: A US Marine's Fight for Justice , from the Russian Gulag to Ukraine's Front Lines . Travis explains his Marine service, how he ended up in Russia (meeting a girlfriend and learning the language) ; his sham trial and incarceration , time in a prison camp, a prisoner swap and seeking retribution by fighting Russians in the Ukraine war . Travis talks with host Jim Fausone about experiences that are unique.

Our guest was not able to make it today. You can learn more here Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs.Dr. Rebecca Grant is a recurring guest of the program. She is President of IRIS Independent Research, a small, woman-owned firm specializing in defense and aerospace research and consulting. With a career spanning RAND, the Pentagon, and leadership as the founding director of the Mitchell Institute of Aerospace Studies, she brings deep expertise in airpower, emerging technology, and national security strategy. Dr. Grant joins host Dale Throneberry to discuss America’s current foreign policy and what the bigger picture is.Learn more about Dr. Rebecca Grant.

Jenny Chan talks about the WWII actions in the Pacific Rim by the Japenese Imperial Army. In particular the atrocities JIA was involved with during the war in China and other nations. She is the co-founder of Pacific Atrocities Education, a non profit doing research and content creation focusing on the Pacific action. She explains to host Jim Fausone the tremendous amount of source material PAE has made available.

This week we feature a program from the archives, “Medal of Honor Heroes from Iraq and Afghanistan”Host Dale Throneberry talks with James Kitfield, author of “In the Company of Heroes: The Inspiring Stories of Medal of Honor Recipients from America’s Longest Wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.“An award-winning military journalist tells the amazing stories of 22 soldiers who’ve won the Medal of Honor, the nation’s highest military award.In the Company of Heroes will feature in-depth narrative profiles of the 23 post-9/11 Medal of Honor awardees who served in Afghanistan and Iraq. This book will focus on the stories of these extraordinary people, expressed in their own voices through one-on-one interviews, and in the case of posthumous awards, through interviews with their brothers-in-arms and their families. The public affairs offices of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the individual armed services, as well as the Congressional Medal of Honor Society, have expressed their support for this project.Stories include Marine Corps Corporal William “Kyle” Carpenter, who purposely lunged toward a Taliban hand grenade in order to shield his buddy from the blast; Navy SEAL team leader Britt Slabinski, who, after being ambushed and retreating in the Hindu Kush, returned against monumental odds in order to try to save one of his team who was inadvertently lost in the fight; and Ranger Staff Sergeant Leroy Petry, who lunged for a live grenade, threw it back at the enemy, and saved his two Ranger brothers.

AP Everett talks about his opinion piece that argues the VA Disability approach, created in 1945, is not only old but not working. It does not account for correlated disabilities or the positive covariance of having one condition increases the likelihood of other conditions. He talks to host Jim Fausone about the problems and some solutions.

We hear from two veterans who discuss their service and struggles post-serviceJoshua Shores, U.S. Marine Corps, talks about his journey from the front lines of combat to the fight for peace. He ultimately saw he had lost his moral compass in Afghanistan and what he had to do at home to overcome survivor’s guilt and recover his soul.Anthony Dyer, USAF special ops door gunner, retired after 20 years and realised he had invisible wounds and discusses his path to healing and the stigma around mental health.

Anthony Dyer discusses his memoir "Moon Child: A Warrior's Reckoning with War, Addiction and Purpose" with host Jim Fausone. Dyer was a Air Force Combat Special Missions Aviator operating as a gunner providing close air support.. He found writing to be therapeutic for his mental health.

GET ANSWERS FROM OUR EXPERT PANEL!Dale Throneberry – Founder and Host of Veterans RadioBrig. Gen. Carol Ann Fausone (ret) – Legal Help For VeteransJames Fausone-Founder of Legal Help for VeteransNew Year's Resolutions for VeteransThe VA Benefits Most Veterans Don't Know About Until It's Too Late.

Navy vet Richard Sherman went on a six year odyssey to photograph American cemeteries on foreign shores where over 100,000 US military personnel are buried and remembered. These pieces of sacred grounds are maintained by the American Battle Monuments Commission. Richard talks to host Jim Fausone about some of the men buried on foreign soil.

Our first guest is Medal of Honor Recipient LTC Charles S. KettlesThis episode of Veterans Radio focuses on honoring extraordinary service and sacrifice, both at home and on the battlefield.We begin with the June 18, 2021 ceremony renaming the Ann Arbor VA Medical Center as the Lieutenant Colonel Charles S. Kettles VA Medical Center, featuring remarks from the Kettles family, VA leadership, elected officials, and veterans who reflected on LTC Kettles’ legacy of courage and dedication to fellow service members.Read LTC Charles S. Kettles’ Medal of Honor citation.Our next guest is Medal of Honor Recipient PFC James McCloughanThe episode also highlights the heroic actions of Medal of Honor recipient Army medic James C. McCloughan, who recounts his firsthand experiences in Vietnam, including repeatedly running through intense enemy fire to rescue wounded soldiers from May 13–15, 1969.Listen to the full Veterans Radio interview to hear James McCloughan tell his remarkable story in his own words and to learn why the legacy of LTC Charles S. Kettles continues to inspire veterans and communities today.Read PFC James C. McCloughan’s Medal of Honor citation.

Army Veterans, and ROTC class mates at Western Michigan University, Mike Evans and Tom Vance talk about the two year project to capture the history of ROTC at WMU. Vance and Evans talk to host Jim Fausone about the ROTC cadet corps, learning leadership and the 9 volume history they compiled.

Our featured guest is John Hanson, Air Force VeteranWhat do Bob Hope, Marilyn Monroe and Toby Keith have in common? They have all performed on a USO tour. Since World War II, the USO has been sending entertainers around the world to entertain our troops. But the USO is much more than that. Listen to this Veterans Radio program from December 22, 2012 with our guest USO Senior Vice President and Air Force Veteran John Hanson. Host Dale Throneberry talked with John about the history of the USO and how it has changed over the years.

Marine Sean Libby was in Afghanistan and exposed to burn pits. About 6 years later he started to have symptoms and ultimately diagnosis with chronic kidney failure in his mid 30s. His doctors said it was related to the toxic fumes and the VA finally agreed. He is now undergoing weekly dialysis and seeking a kidney transplant. Sean discusses his journey with host Jim Fausone.

USS Indianapolis Sinking with Betsy AlexanderBetsy Alexander is the Historical Education Coordinator at the Grosse Pointe War Memorial. She also wrote “Hell Gone Mad…Michigan’s Men of the USS Indianapolis Disaster.” Betsy talks about the secret mission of the USS Indianapolis in World War II, its torpedo sinking and the men who died, as well as the captain’s court-martial. Betsy’s interest started with a missing bronze plaque and an art print of the Indianapolis. She tells host Jim Fausone about where those items were found, including an item found in a toilet.Naval Strength with Jonathan Page, PhD, USNDr. Jonathan Page, US Navy vet, is now a Professor of Engineering Practice at the University of Michigan College of Engineering. He discusses his 21-year career in the Navy, the current state of the Navy’s shipbuilding, and the careers available. He explains to host Jim Fausone that 70% of the content of modern navy ships is from outside the shipyards.

GET ANSWERS FROM OUR EXPERT PANEL!Dale Throneberry – Founder and Host of Veterans RadioBrig. Gen. Carol Ann Fausone (ret) – Legal Help For VeteransDavid Saims – Director, Washtenaw County Veteran Service OfficeToday we talk about the 84th Anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor and the History of the Veterans Administration

USAFA vet Kathleen Utley Kornahrens talks about being in the first class of women admitted to the USAFA back in 1976. She wrote of that historical time in "Bring me Men...Brought Women: Marching with the First Female Cadets at the US Air Force Academy." She speaks with host Jim Fausone.

Our first guest is Marine Sean LibbySean Libby, Marine, talks about burn pit exposure in Afghanistan. The toxic fumes resulted in his kidney failure and VA has service connected that process. He is on dialysis and seeking a kidney transplant.Learn more about Sean Libby.Our next guest is Naval Aviator Derek AdametzDerek Adametz is a Naval aviator who suffered multiple medical conditions but with resilience and determination continued his aviation career and talks about the need for grit.Learn more about Derek Adametz.You can listen live to Veterans Radio every Sunday afternoon at 5PM EST here or on your favorite podcast.

Cristina Johnson is an advocate for veterans who were on Navy or Coast Guard ships that were exposed to asbestos as part of their service to the country. She talks about her website www.asbestos-ships.com with host Jim Fausone.

Our featured guest is Dr. Rebecca GrantDr. Rebecca Grant is a national security analyst based in Washington, DC specializing in defense and aerospace research and national security consulting. She has over 20 years experience working with the United States Air Force, United States Navy, and top aerospace clients. In addition, Dr. Grant has often appeared on television as an expert on national security for Fox News, Fox Business, CNN, and MSNBC and as a series regular on The Smithsonian’s Air Warriors. She is Vice President of The Lexington Institute, a center-right think tank headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, United States. It focuses mainly on defense and security policyDr. Grant has been a frequent guest on Veterans Radio. Some of the topics discussed on the program will be: Ukraine, the anti-drug attacks in the Caribbean, North Korea is more dangerous than ever and, of course, the threats coming from Russia and China.You can listen live to Veterans Radio every Sunday afternoon at 5PM EST here or on your favorite podcast.

Though the farm shaped him, Derek Adametz always dreamed of more. Determined to become a navy pilot, he forged ahead through heartbreak, a collapsed lung, and crushing self-doubt. Upon getting his wings, he then was diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma. He talks about sickness, recover, resilience, grit and determination with host Jim Fausone.

Our featured guest is Tom BurkeTom Burke was elected to serve as Vietnam Veterans of America National President at VVA’s 22nd National Convention in New Orleans, Louisiana. A Navy veteran, Burke volunteered for service in 1963. He was sent to Helicopter Combat Support Squad One at Ream Field, California, and in his final year, served aboard the Aircraft Carrier USS Hancock. Burke is a Gold Star family member who lost his brother during the Korean War. Tom and host Dale Throneberry talk about the future of the VVA.Learn more about the Tom Burke and Vietnam Veterans of America.

Suzanne Gordon of the Veterans Healthcare Policy Institute discusses her report "Veterans Health Care Choice - Myth of Reality? A state by state reality check of the false promise of VA privatization" with host Jim Fausone.

Joshua Shores was just nineteen years old when he deployed to Iraq in 2005. A Midwestern kid raised in a close-knit, supportive family, he had developed a strong sense of duty and honor. .Based on meticulous notes taken throughout his deployment, this vivid account follows his experiences as he navigated the brutal realities of war. Shores’ grueling seven-month deployment was marked by day-to-day struggles and nightmarish events. Driven by a desire to redeem himself and reconcile the harrowing experiences of his first deployment, Shores chose to return to combat a second time, this time to Afghanistan. He talks with host Jim Fausone about descending into evil and his recovery from those horrors and loneliness and mental health struggles with the help of a good wife.

Please welcome our first guest, Author Quin ChoQuin Cho, an author and scholar, who was a fellow at the Pacific Atrocities Education talks about the mission of PAE. He explains some of the atrocities and the why of the Imperial Japanese Army before and after WWII. Quin gives host Jim Fausone an education about the WWII Pacific theatre.Learn more about Author Quin Cho.Our next guest is USAF Veteran Mike SandsThere are 88,000 MIA/POWs from America’s wars. It is important to keep the search for people and remains alive. USAF vet Mike Sands explains why he remains involved and efforts to obtain a memorial chair in Lansing, Michigan, so school kids ask about it and learn about the sacrifices what were made for their freedoms. Mike discusses with host Jim Fausone his background and the efforts.

The Congressional Medal of Honor Society convention will be held in Detroit in 2026. Adrian Kozakov and Russell Schomberger talk to about the plans being made today to bring the living medal of honor recipients to the Motor City Casino and Hotel in late September 2026. They talk to host Jim Fausone about how to volunteer and to support financially.

GET ANSWERS FROM OUR EXPERT PANEL!Dale Throneberry – Founder and Host of Veterans RadioBrig. Gen. Carol Ann Fausone (ret) – Legal Help For VeteransJim Fausone-Founder of Legal Help for VeteransNick Mordowanec-Correspondant for Military.com Fingers Pointed At and By VA for Ongoing Shutdown, Benefits Claims Processes | Military.comJoin Dale and the rest of the panel for our live broadcast on Sunday at 5:00pm ET or stream later on your preferred podcast platform.Visit our LISTEN LIVE page for streaming and podcast information.

Matt VanAcker is the Director and Curator for Save The Flags in Michigan. That project has saved and preserved over 240 battle flags carried by Michigan soldiers in the Civil War, Spanish-American War, and World War I. Listen in as he talks to host Jim Fausone about the history and importance of these flags and restoration vs conservation efforts.

Our first guest is author Doug Sterner to discuss his new bookAuthor Doug Sterner joins us to talk about his new book. “Beyond Woke: The Diversity of U.S. Military Heroes” celebrates the overlooked stories of women, minorities, and immigrants who have served heroically in the U.S. military. Through more than 100 true and emotional accounts, the book highlights their courage, sacrifice, and patriotism—often in the face of prejudice or anonymity. It’s a powerful tribute to the diverse individuals who helped shape America’s military legacy and embody the true spirit of the nation’s “melting pot.” Learn more about Doug Sterner’s new book.Meet our second guest, author David YuzukAuthor David Yuzuk’s new book, “Women in War,” unveils over twenty powerful true stories of women who fought, served, and sacrificed across centuries of conflict – from ancient battlegrounds to modern wars in Vietnam, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Through firsthand accounts and meticulous research by David Yuzuk, the book captures the courage of nurses, spies, and soldiers who defied sexism, trauma, and danger to serve with valor.Learn more about David Yuzuk’s new book.

NVBDC CEO and Founder Keith King talks about the Oct 29th Spartanburg, SC Matchmaking Conference for NVBDC certified veteran owned companies and new programs involving international trade and a Michigan pilot program to certify veteran owned businesses in the state with host Jim Fausone. Check out NVBDC.org .

Betsy Alexander is the Grosse Pointe War Memorial historical education coordinator and wrote "Hell Gone Mad...Michigan's Men of the USS Indianapolis Disaster". She talks about the secret mission of the USS Indy in WWII, its torpedo sinking, the court martial of its captain and the story of the men who died. Betsy's interest started with a missing bronze plaque and art print of the Indy. She tells host Jim Fausone about where those items were found.....including a find in a loo.

Join us for a discussion on “Women in Today’s Military” with host Dale Throneberry“Modern Warfare isn’t about who can lift the most weight. It’s about who can endure, think clearly under pressure, and perform with precision when everything is on the line.”Misty Dugan Martin, US Army LTC (ret) and founder of M3 Defense Consulting. Join us this week as we discuss the roles of women in today’s military. Our guests include Misty Dugan Martin, Kate Melcher, Lydia Pinkham and You.

Author Quin Cho talks about the Japanese efforts to take over Manchuria , China pre WW II as a prelude to the attack on Pearl Harbor. The Kwantung Army efforts on mainland China were not authorized but aggressive military leaders believed necessary. The Kwantung Army was brutal but not as successful as its generals anticipated. Quin Cho talks with host Jim Fausone.

First we talk with Chris Lewis, CEO of Vets to DronesHost Jim Fausone talks with Chris Lewis about his company, Vets to Drones, his team and experience, and helping veterans transition into the commercial drone industry. Learn more about Vets to Drones here.Our next guest is Rick Berman, founder of Charities for VeteransJim then talks with Rick Berman from Charities for Veterans, which rates veteran charities as “highly recommended”, “recommended” and “not recommended” based on publicly available information. Learn more about Charities for Veterans on their organization’s website.

Quin Cho, an author and scholar, who was a fellow at the Pacific Atrocities Education talks about the mission of PAE. He explains some of the atrocities, and the why , of the Imperial Japanese Army before and after WW II. Quin gives host Jim Fausone an education about the WWII Pacific theatre.

GET ANSWERS FROM OUR EXPERT PANEL!TOPICS ON TODAY'S PROGRAM INCLUDE: THE GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN AND HOW IT AFFECTS THE VADale Throneberry – Founder and Host of Veterans RadioBrig. Gen. Carol Ann Fausone (ret) – Legal Help For VeteransJames Fausone – Attorney, Legal Help For VeterasJoin Dale and the rest of the panel for our live broadcasts on the first Sunday of the month at 5:00pm ET or stream later on your preferred podcast platform.

Learn about PuroClean franchise opportunities aimed at veterans from US Army vet Joe Ortiz who has two franchises on Puerto Rico and the Director of the PuroVet initiative Paul Edelstein as they talk to host Jim Fausone.

Listen this week for a program from the archives: The Soundtrack of the Vietnam WarIn a program originally aired on January 24, 2016, host Dale Throneberry speaks with Douglas Bradley, US Army Veteran and author. Bradley has written three books, including “We Gotta Get Out of This Place: The Soundtrack of the Vietnam War” which Rolling Stone magazine named “the best music book of 2015.” Visit the original program page to learn more about the episode. Today is also our annual fundraiser, Radio on the River!Visit www.givebutter.com/rotr2025 for event information and tickets. Join us for an afternoon with Doug Bradley and supporting the future of Veterans Radio!We had a great Radio on the River yesterday and we want to thank all of you for your support.

Dr. Jonathan Page, a US Navy vet, is now a professor of engineering practice at the University of Michigan College of Engineering. He discusses his 21-year career in the Navy, the current state of the Navy's shipbuilding, and the careers available. He explains to host Jim Fausone that 70% of the content of modern navy ships is from outside the shipyards.

We talk to our first guest, David MaulsbyDavid Maulsby began his mission in 2009 by reaching out to homeless veterans in Houston, offering hope and healing through his faith and compassion. As an ordained minister, he became a guiding force for veterans and their families, founding the PTSD Foundation of America to address the invisible wounds of war. His dedication and love for country have driven the foundation’s growth, transforming countless lives. Today, as Executive Director of Support and Giving, David continues to expand the foundation’s reach, raising awareness and vital resources to ensure no veteran is left behind.Learn more about David Maulsby.Meet our next guest, Lem GenoveseOur next guest will be participating in our upcoming fundraiser, Radio on the River 2025. Lem Genovese, longtime Veteran Troubadour, talking about his musical journey as a Vietnam Veteran and Desert Storm. Lem Genovese is a very talented singer/guitarist/songwriter who served in the Vietnam War in the Mekong Delta with the 1st Aviation Brigade and as a medic in the first Persian Gulf War with the 209th Med Clearing Company attached to the 1st Infantry Division. Genovese lives in Wisconsin and has been writing/performing his Vietnam War tunes since the early 1970s.Learn more about Lem Genovese.

We talk to our first guest Army veteran Herm BreuerHerm Breuer, Army veteran and Trumbull County Ohio veteran advocate spent over a decade working on a package to get Vietnam Vet Ken David’s medal upgraded to the Medal of Honor. Herm and Ken were friends from the local DAV post. Host Jim Fausone talks about Medal of Honor Ken David’s journey with Herm Breuer, who led the team to assemble the package to seek the upgrade to the Medal of Honor. He talks about the long path and some behind the scenes twists and turns. Learn more about Army veteran Herm Breuer.Then meet our next guest, NAVREF CEO Rashi RomanoffNext, we interview National Association of Veterans’ Research and Education Foundations (NAVREF) CEO Rashi Romanoff about the support NAVREF gives to the wide array of VA medical research. The NAVREF has been the nation’s preeminent association dedicated to advancing research and education partnerships between the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and stakeholders interested in advancing health research and innovation. Its network of over 75 congressionally authorized nonprofit foundations was created as a flexible VA research infrastructure, bridging the gap between the academic affiliate and the local VA healthcare system.Learn more about NAVREF and CEO Rashi Romanoff.

There at 88,000 MIA/POWs from America's wars. It is important to keep the search for people and remains alive. USAF vet Mike Sands explains why he remains involved and efforts to obtain a memorial chair in Lansing, Michigan so school kids ask about it and learn about the sacrifices what were made for their freedoms. Mike discusses with host Jim Fausone his background and the efforts.