This week, Twin Cities U.S. Navy recruiters share real stories from submarines and carriers — plus how Minnesotans can join today. Then, hear how the Minnesota National Guard teams up with the Vikings, Twins, Wild, Wolves, and local communities to honor service members. Guests include:

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This week, we meet members of the Sons of the American Legion Detachment of Minnesota to hear about their annual disabled veterans deer hunt and fall turkey hunt held at Legionville, plus we sit down with a Tribal Veteran Service Officer supervisor to learn how the program serves Native veterans across all 11 tribal nations in Minnesota. Guests include:

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This week, we meet members of the Minneapolis VA Health Care System’s Patient Advocate Team and learn that the Patient Advocacy Program is for all Veterans and their families who receive care at VA health care facilities. What can the patient advocate do? What are their limitations? And what do patients bring into the relationship when it comes to resolving an issue they may have in the country’s largest health care system. Guests include:

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This week, discover how the Minnesota Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) bridges the gap between military service and civilian workplaces, ensuring Guard and Reserve members keep their jobs while serving our nation. Then, meet the team at Support the Troops MN and learn how they deliver rapid, 24-hour financial aid to Minnesota military heroes and their families facing crisis—paying rent, fixing cars, and restoring hope when it’s needed most. Guests include:

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This week on Minnesota Military Radio, we sit down with the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs to preview the Official 2025 State Veterans Day Celebration in Mankato. Then, hear from the MCL-Dept of Minnesota as they mark 250 years of the USMC and invite you to their November 15 cake-cutting celebration. Guests include:

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This week we discuss the Minnesota Veterans Pantry co-hosted with the director of Center For Development & Civic Engagement, we meet with leadership from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, Second Harvest Heartland, DAV Department of Minnesota, and Community Resource & Referral Center to learn how the Veterans Food Pantry is going and where it is expanding in 2026. Guests include:

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This week, we sit down with the DAV Department of Minnesota Commander to explore their 100-year legacy, time capsule, and essential veteran transportation program. Plus, the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans shares their mission to end veteran homelessness and details on the Winter Salute event! Guests include:

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This week, we sit down with the Commanding Officer of NTAG Northern Plains and the U.S. Navy ROTC Scholarship Coordinator to explore exciting Navy career opportunities and the ROTC program. Plus, hear the latest from the MN Patriot Guard. Guests include:

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This week on Minnesota Military Radio join us for an engaging roundtable discussion featuring three Command Sergeants Major from the Minnesota National Guard. We interview the incoming Command Senior Enlisted Leader, joined by two retired CSMs to discuss service evolution, leadership shifts, and NCO advice. Plus, an update from the current Command Senior Enlisted Leader. Guests include:

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