Tactically Acquired

On this episode of Tactically Acquired we have Army Veteran and NKU alum Ian Kirst. Join us as we discuss his journey, how he got into, the joint forces school and his mission as an EOD officer in the Army. He also shares his transition success tips. Tactically Acquired is grateful to now be sponsored by the Kentucky Army National Guard learn more by contacting SSG Moertle at [email protected] or 502-871-2656.

Our goal is to document military connected living history in a fun and easy environment. We will capture the stories of our active duty, guard, reservists, veterans, ROTC, their families, and community partners. Sharing their stories, adventures, and journeys across the military life cycle.

The podcast is for anyone interested in joining the military, has been a part of the military, or who wishes to learn more about military life. In addition, we want to bridge the growing military-civilian divide through education.

This is “unfiltered” meaning we will go over the good, the bad, and yes, maybe even the ugly of being a military connected individual.

This is from Northern Kentucky University’s Veterans Resource Station in partnership with the Department of History.  Produced by Professor Kevin Eagles.

Learn More from this episode by visiting:

Northern Kentucky Admissions: https://nku.edu/admissions.html

Veterans Resource Station: https://inside.nku.edu/veterans.html

Department of History:  https://inside.nku.edu/artsci/departments/history.html

Sponsored by the Kentucky Army National Guard learn more by contacting SSG Moertle at [email protected]or 502-871-2656

Music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au 

On this episode of Tactically Acquired we have Army Veteran and NKU alum Ian Kirst. Join us as we discuss his journey, how he got into, the joint forces school and his mission as an EOD officer in the Army. He also shares his transition success tips. Tactically Acquired is grateful to now be sponsored by the Kentucky Army National Guard learn more by contacting SSG Moertle at [email protected] or 502-871-2656.

Our goal is to document military connected living history in a fun and easy environment. We will capture the stories of our active duty, guard, reservists, veterans, ROTC, their families, and community partners. Sharing their stories, adventures, and journeys across the military life cycle.

The podcast is for anyone interested in joining the military, has been a part of the military, or who wishes to learn more about military life. In addition, we want to bridge the growing military-civilian divide through education.

This is “unfiltered” meaning we will go over the good, the bad, and yes, maybe even the ugly of being a military connected individual.

This is from Northern Kentucky University’s Veterans Resource Station in partnership with the Department of History.  Produced by Professor Kevin Eagles.

Learn More from this episode by visiting:

Northern Kentucky Admissions: https://nku.edu/admissions.html

Veterans Resource Station: https://inside.nku.edu/veterans.html

Department of History:  https://inside.nku.edu/artsci/departments/history.html

Sponsored by the Kentucky Army National Guard learn more by contacting SSG Moertle at [email protected]or 502-871-2656

Music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au 

On this episode of Tactically Acquired we have Army Veteran and NKU staff member Chelsea Benton. Join us as we discuss her journey, how she balanced school with being a soldier in the KY Army National Guard, how she ended up at NKU and other success tips. Sponsored by the Kentucky Army National Guard learn more at: by contacting: [email protected] or calling 502-871-2656

Our goal is to document military connected living history in a fun and easy environment. We will capture the stories of our active duty, guard, reservists, veterans, ROTC, their families, and community partners. Sharing their stories, adventures, and journeys across the military life cycle.

The podcast is for anyone interested in joining the military, has been a part of the military, or who wishes to learn more about military life. In addition, we want to bridge the growing military-civilian divide through education.

This is “unfiltered” meaning we will go over the good, the bad, and yes, maybe even the ugly of being a military connected individual.

This is from Northern Kentucky University’s Veterans Resource Station in partnership with the Department of History.  Produced by Professor Kevin Eagles.

Learn More from this episode by visiting: Northern Kentucky Admissions: https://nku.edu/admissions.htmlVeterans Resource Station: https://inside.nku.edu/veterans.htmlDepartment of History:  https://inside.nku.edu/artsci/departments/history.html

Sponsored by the Kentucky Army National Guard learn more by contacting: [email protected] or calling 502-871-2656 

Music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au

On this special summer episode of Tactically Acquired I met up with three of the Kentucky Veteran’s Club leadership team (Cory Bowling (USMC & KY Army National Guard), Thomas “Doc” Rierdon (US Navy) & Kyle Wade (USMC & NKU Alumni)), to learn its and their history, their service transition and all they accomplish for our military, veterans, first responders and their families. 

Our goal is to document military connected living history in a fun and easy environment. We will capture the stories of our active duty, guard, reservists, veterans, ROTC, their families, and community partners. Sharing their stories, adventures, and journeys across the military life cycle.   The podcast is for anyone interested in joining the military, has been a part of the military, or who wishes to learn more about military life. In addition, we want to bridge the growing military-civilian divide through education.   This is “unfiltered” meaning we will go over the good, the bad, and yes, maybe even the ugly of being a military connected individual.   This is from Northern Kentucky University’s Veterans Resource Station in partnership with the Department of History. Produced by Professor Kevin Eagles.   

Learn More from this episode by visiting: Kentucky Veteran’s Club: https://veteransclubinc.org/
Kentucky Veteran’s Club Podcast “Make Way”: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2191004
Veterans Resource Station: https://inside.nku.edu/veterans.html
Department of History:  https://inside.nku.edu/artsci/departments/history.html

On this special summer episode of Tactically Acquired I sat down with retired NKU Director of Disability Services (now the Office of Student Accessibility) Mr. Dale Adams, to learn its history at Northern Kentucky University (NKU) and the work he completed to make the campus more accessible for everyone. Also, he discusses some of the challenges, the unique way he involved leadership and some student success stories. A great and interesting discussion on the history at NKU with one of its visionary leaders.   

Show Description: Our goal is to document military connected living history in a fun and easy environment. We will capture the stories of our active duty, guard, reservists, veterans, ROTC, their families, and community partners. Sharing their stories, adventures, and journeys across the military life cycle.  

The podcast is for anyone interested in joining the military, has been a part of the military, or who wishes to learn more about military life. In addition, we want to bridge the growing military-civilian divide through education.  

This is “unfiltered” meaning we will go over the good, the bad, and yes, maybe even the ugly of being a military connected individual.  

This is from Northern Kentucky University’s Veterans Resource Station in partnership with the Department of History. Produced by Professor Kevin Eagles.  

Learn More from this episode by visiting: 

City of Silver Grove: https://inside.nku.edu/studentaffairs/departments/student-accessibility.html

Veterans Resource Station: https://inside.nku.edu/veterans.html

Department of History:  https://inside.nku.edu/artsci/departments/history.html

Music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au

On this special summer episode of Tactically Acquired I sat down with retired Police Chief and Army Veteran Mr. John “Johnny” Sayers. We discuss his living history and adventures as a 50+ year police officer and his time in the service. He tells some wonderful, funny stories and provides some great advice on being a cop, addressing the police, handling people, and living life.  

Our goal is to document military connected living history in a fun and easy environment.  We will capture the stories of our active duty, guard, reservists, veterans, ROTC and their families.  Sharing their stories, adventures, and journeys across the military life cycle.  

The podcast is for anyone interested in joining the military, has been a part of the military, or who wishes to learn more about military life.  In addition, we want to bridge the growing military-civilian divide through education.  

This is “unfiltered” meaning we will go over the good, the bad, and yes, maybe even the ugly of being a military connected individual.  

This is from Northern Kentucky University’s Veterans Resource Station in partnership with the Department of History.  Produced by Professor Kevin Eagles.  

Learn More from this episode by visiting: 

City of Silver Grove: https://cityofsilvergroveky.com/  

United States Army https://www.army.mil/

Veterans Resource Station: https://inside.nku.edu/veterans.html

Department of History:  https://inside.nku.edu/artsci/departments/history.html

Music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au 

On this episode of Tactically Acquired I am with Steve Wieland who is a United States Army and Air Force officer, veteran and a ROTC graduate. Enjoy his living history on how he went from Army to the Air Force. His adventures with the early computer systems, working with government civilian employees, why it’s a bad idea to upset a two-star, his analogy on transition (black and white versus gray), how the “oath of office” never leaves you, and how family is key. Plus other great stories and advice.

Our goal is to document military connected living history in a fun and easy environment.  We will capture the stories of our active duty, guard, reservists, veterans, ROTC and their families.  Sharing their stories, adventures, and journeys across the military life cycle.

The podcast is for anyone interested in joining the military, has been a part of the military, or who wishes to learn more about military life.  In addition, we want to bridge the growing military-civilian divide through education.

This is “unfiltered” meaning we will go over the good, the bad, and yes, maybe even the ugly of being a military connected individual.

This is from Northern Kentucky University’s Veterans Resource Station in partnership with the Department of History.  Produced by Professor Kevin Eagles.

Learn More from this episode by visiting:

NKU’s ROTC (affiliate with Xavier): https://inside.nku.edu/rotc.html

United States Army (officer): https://www.goarmy.com/careers-and-jobs/find-your-path/army-officers.html

Air Force: https://www.airforce.com/

Veterans Resource Station: https://inside.nku.edu/veterans.html

Department of History:  https://inside.nku.edu/artsci/departments/history.html

Music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au

On this episode of Tactically Acquired I am with Lt Col Robbin Higgins who is a United States Army retired officer, and a Northern Kentucky University (NKU) alumni with a Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership. Enjoy her amazing journey on how a shy country girl from Falmouth Kentucky can accomplish 28+ years of military service  as she discusses her “Private Benjamin” moment with her TI (Training Instructor) and mother. Also, how she commissioned (“prove a girl can do it”), her numerous adventures overseas to include Afghanistan, Germany, Korea, Saudi Arabia, Alaska (OCONUS) and Hawaii (OCONUS). Moreover, her educational experience with NKU, and what she leaned about women veterans during her dissertation. Plus other great stories and advice.  

Our goal is to document military connected living history in a fun and easy environment.  We will capture the stories of our active duty, guard, reservists, veterans, ROTC and their families.  Sharing their stories, adventures, and journeys across the military life cycle.  

The podcast is for anyone interested in joining the military, has been a part of the military, or who wishes to learn more about military life.  In addition, we want to bridge the growing military-civilian divide through education.  

This is “unfiltered” meaning we will go over the good, the bad, and yes, maybe even the ugly of being a military connected individual.  

This is from Northern Kentucky University’s Veterans Resource Station in partnership with the Department of History.  Produced by Professor Kevin Eagles.  

Dr. Robbin Higgins ask any veteran who needs to “talk” or help finding their “tribe” to reach out to her at [email protected].

Music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au

On this episode of Tactically Acquired I sat down with several veterans during a special event sponsored by The Barracks Projects and Newport Elks Lodge 273 for the Cincinnati VA Medical Center-Fort Thomas.  Listen to these veterans tell a piece of their story, along with providing some sage advice for other veterans, transitioning service members and even those thinking about military service. Moreover, learn more about The Barracks Project and this amazing event.

Our goal is to document military connected living history in a fun and easy environment.  We will capture the stories of our active duty, guard, reservists, veterans, ROTC and their families.  Sharing their stories, adventures, and journeys across the military life cycle.

The podcast is for anyone interested in joining the military, has been a part of the military, or who wishes to learn more about military life.  In addition, we want to bridge the growing military-civilian divide through education.

This is “unfiltered” meaning we will go over the good, the bad, and yes, maybe even the ugly of being a military connected individual.

This is from Northern Kentucky University’s Veterans Resource Station in partnership with the Department of History.  Produced by Professor Kevin Eagles.

Learn More from this episode by visiting:  The Barracks Project, INC: https://www.thebarracksproject.org/

Newport Elks Lodge #273: http://newportelks273.com/

Cincinnati VA Medical Center-Fort Thomas: https://www.va.gov/cincinnati-health-care/

Veterans Resource Station: https://inside.nku.edu/veterans.html

Department of History:  https://inside.nku.edu/artsci/departments/history.html

Music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au

On this episode of Tactically Acquired I sat down with Army National Guard, and current Northern Kentucky University (NKU) Graduate student Lieutenant (Lt) Emily O’Connor. On this special episode featuring Women’s History Month, Lt O’Connor discuss her journey to becoming an officer (enlisted, then ROTC), how she ended up as a NKU Graduate Student, her mentors, some hard truth about being a female in the military, leadership, her influences as a professional woman, and her involvement in the Nancy and David Wolf Holocaust & Humanity Center.     

Our goal is to document military connected living history in a fun and easy environment.  We will capture the stories of our active duty, guard, reservists, veterans, ROTC and their families.  Sharing their stories, adventures, and journeys across the military life cycle.   The podcast is for anyone interested in joining the military, has been a part of the military, or who wishes to learn more about military life.  In addition, we want to bridge the growing military-civilian divide through education.   

This is “unfiltered” meaning we will go over the good, the bad, and yes, maybe even the ugly of being a military connected individual.   

This is from Northern Kentucky University’s Veterans Resource Station in partnership with the Department of History.  Produced by Professor Kevin Eagles.   

Learn More from this episode by visiting:  Kentucky Army National Guard: https://ky.ng.mil/ 
Nancy & David Wolf Holocaust & Humanity Center: https://www.holocaustandhumanity.org
Master of Arts in Public History: https://nku.edu/academics/artsci/programs/graduate/publichistory.html
NKU ROTC Opportunities: https://inside.nku.edu/financialaid/programs/scholarships/other-scholarships/rotc.html
Veterans Resource Station: https://inside.nku.edu/veterans.html
Department of History:  https://inside.nku.edu/artsci/departments/history.html

Music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au