Tango Alpha Lima Podcast

By The American Legion

Three Global War on Terrorism veterans interview military veterans and other influencers in the military community who share stories related to transitioning, valor and heroism, mental wellness and ov... more

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August 23, 2022Episode 122: Tango Alpha Lima: Sierra Club Military Outdoors campaign manager Aaron Leonard
IN THE NEWS
Our hosts remember 1-year anniversary of the attack near Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul by honoring the 13 servicemembers killed in the bombing.
THIS WEEK'S GUEST
Our guest is U.S. Army retired Lt. Col. Aaron Leonard, a combat veteran who now serves as Campaign Manager at Sierra Club Military Outdoors and as co-chair of the Outdoor Rx Coalition with the New York State Division of Veterans Services.
RAPID FIRE
Marine Corps promotes first Black officer to 4-star general in 246-year history
Anniversary of Afghanistan withdrawal could serve as a trigger for those suffering moral injury
Hiring Our Heroes and Wisconsin Career Event at American Legion National ConventionIN THE NEWS
Special Guest: Aaron Leonard.
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Names of 13 service members killed in Kabul attack
See and taste the difference for yourself -… | Terri Lynn Fundraising
Outdoor Education Adventures & Wilderness Programs | Outward Bound | Outward Bound
Balto - Wikipedia
Military Outdoors | Sierra Club
New York State Senate Passes Outdoor Rx Act in Unanimous Vote | Sierra Club
Free Entrance to National Parks for Veterans and Gold Star Families (U.S. National Park Service)
Every Kid Outdoors
Dogsledding & Cross Country Skiing for Veterans | Outward Bound | Outward Bound
100 Miles for Hope | The American Legion
Gen. Michael Langley is first Black Marine promoted to 4-star general
The American Legion Transition & Employment Career Workshops Tickets, Thu, Aug 25, 2022 at 9:00 AM | Eventbrite
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45min
August 16, 2022Episode 121: Tango Alpha Lima: Military Transition with retired U.S. Army Lt. Col. Joseph Barnard
IN THE NEWS
Get ready for The American Legion National Convention in Milwaukee
9/11 Day of Service
THIS WEEK'S GUEST
Retired Lt. Col. Joseph Barnard, who served in the Army with the 82nd Airborne, then moved to the Air Force where he served 28 years, first as a PJ and then Combat Rescue Officer, joins the podcast to talk about military transition, and his work with The Independence Fund, an organization committed to serving the warfighter community by providing innovative programs and services to support the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual independence of service members, combat veterans, their caregivers, families, and those Allies who served in combat alongside our troops.
RAPID FIRE
The RX9 "Ninja Bomb"
Application opens for Spring 2023 Hope For The Warriors Military Spouse and Caregiver Scholarships
GWOT Service Medal becoming more selective
Special Guest: Joe Barnard.
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National Convention | The American Legion
Digital Business Cards | HiHello
9/11 Day – Join the 9/11 National Day of Service
Tango Alpha Lima Podcast - Episodes Archive
See and taste the difference for yourself -… | Terri Lynn Fundraising
The Independence Fund
American Corporate Partners | American Corporate Partners
The COMMIT Foundation | Veteran Transition Assistance
Home - The Honor Foundation
Elite Meet - VETS2INDUSTRY
Veterans Strengthening America | The American Legion
Photos show devastation unleashed on terror leaders by sword-carrying ‘Ninja bomb’
The Global War on Terrorism Service Medal Won't Be Handed Out to Everyone Anymore | Military.com
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58min
August 09, 2022Episode 120: Tango Alpha Lima: Veterans Studies with EKU director Dr. Travis Martin
IN THE NEWS
Jeff shares highlights of his week as a staff member at American Legion Boys Nation.
THIS WEEK'S GUEST
Dr. Travis Martin, more commonly known as T-Dogg, joins the podcast to talk about his role in establishing the Kentucky Center for Veterans Studies at Eastern Kentucky University.
RAPID FIRE
PACT Act clears final hurdle to President's desk.
Kentucky National Guard rescues hundreds during catastrophic flooding.
Pelosi pledges solidarity with Taiwan as China holds military drills, vents anger
Special Guest: Travis Martin.
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Boys State / Boys Nation | The American Legion
See and taste the difference for yourself -… | Terri Lynn Fundraising
Travis L. Martin | Travis L. Martin, Author & Educator
To Shed One's Sickness | The American Legion
Kentucky Center for Veterans Studies
War & Homecoming - The University Press of Kentucky
100 Miles for Hope | The American Legion
PACT Act clears final hurdle to the president’s desk | The American Legion
Action Center
National Guard Rescues Hundreds Amid Flooding in Kentucky; 37 Dead | Military.com
Pelosi lauds Taiwan, says China's fury cannot stop visits by world leaders | Reuters
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57min
August 02, 2022Episode 119: Tango Alpha Lima: S-A-R Flag with Kevin Hertell
IN THE NEWS
Registration is open for the Hiring our Heroes career event taking place on Aug. 25 in conjunction with The American Legion National Convention in Milwaukee.
THIS WEEK'S GUEST
Our guest is Kevin W. Hertell, an Air Force veteran who served with the 309th Fighter Squadron and a member of Glenwood Landing Post 336 in Glen Head, N.Y.
Kevin is the Founder and President of “The Veterans Suicide Awareness & Remembrance Flag Corporation,” as well as the creator of the S-A-R Flag. Jeff and Ashley learn about what inspired Kevin to create the S-A-R flag and launch his mission to remove the stigma of mental health and veteran suicide.
RAPID FIRE
Join the 9/11 National Day of Service
SCOTUS Gives Veterans Big Win, Says States Can Be Sued for Discriminating Against Vets
Special Guest: Kevin Hertell.
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SUMMARY - Hiring Our Heroes and The American Legion Wisconsin Career Event
National Convention | The American Legion
Terri Lynn Fundraising
SUICIDE AWARENESS & REMEMBRANCE FLAG
Veterans Strengthening America | The American Legion
9/11 Day – Join the 9/11 National Day of Service
Tango Alpha Lima Podcast 911 Series
SCOTUS Gives Veterans Big Win, Says States Can Be Sued for Discriminating Against Vets
Mobile Apps | The American Legion
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42min
July 26, 2022Episode 118: Tango Alpha Lima: USS Constitution Commander B.J. Farrell
IN THE NEWS
Lt. Amanda Lee of Moundsview, Minn., becomes the first woman to pilot the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet for the Blue Angels.
THIS WEEK'S GUEST
Commander B.J. Farrell is the first female commanding officer of the USS Constitution. She talks about life aboard the three-masted wooden-hulled heavy frigate known as “Old Ironsides” and the events surrounding a milestone year.
RAPID FIRE
There's a new, shorter suicide prevention hotline number to help veterans
The Air Force received its first laser weapons for fighter planes
Vote for Tango Alpha Lima at PODCASTAWARDS.COM
Special Guest: Commander B.J. Farrell .
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AMERICAN LEGION DYER-GUNNELL POST 180
Blue Angels 2023 roster includes first woman Super Hornet demonstration pilot | Stars and Stripes
Home - USS Constitution Museum
Bing Crosby recites Old Ironsides
Bunkerhill Post 26
‘Walking into history,’ Dillard tours USS Constitution | The American Legion
Join The American Legion
The Air Force received its first laser weapons for fighter planes
There's a new, shorter suicide prevention hotline number to help veterans
Podcast Awards - The People's Choice
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40min
July 19, 2022Episode 117: Tango Alpha Lima: Retired Navy SEAL Kristin Beck
IN THE NEWS
Celebrating Disability Pride Month
THIS WEEK'S GUEST
Kristen "Chief" Beck is a retired U.S. Navy SEAL who gained public attention in 2013 when she came out as a trans woman. Her story has been told in her 2013 memoir, “Warrior Princess: A U.S. Navy SEAL's Journey to Coming out Transgender,” and in the 2014 CNN Documentary, “Lady Valor: The Kristin Beck Story.”
Beck covers a lot of ground, including snippets on wearing dresses while growing up, being part of a team, fitting in and what it means to be an American at this time in our nation’s history.
RAPID FIRE
Ohio Guard soldier charged with terroristic threats, making and selling ‘ghost guns’
National convention app enhanced for 2022
SHOW NOTES
Special Guest: Kristin “Chief” Beck.
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Celebrating Disability Pride Month | American Foundation for the Blind
PNC Perspectives: Joseph J. Frank (1996-97) - YouTube
100 Miles for Hope | The American Legion
Mindful Valor
National convention app enhanced for 2022 | The American Legion
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1h
July 12, 2022Episode 116: Tango Alpha Lima: Actress and comedian Ashley Gutermuth
IN THE NEWS
In honor of the start of a new Legion membership year, Jeff and Ashely share membership stories and invite the Alphas to share their own membership stories.
THIS WEEK'S GUEST
We're doubling down on our Ashlies this week with our guest, New Jersey-based actress, voice-over artist and stand-up comedian Ashley Gutermuth.
Ashley is married to a career Air Force reservist, and she's rapidly building an online following with her unique take on spouse and military humor, and she's quickly carving out a name for herself with her inside-military jokes.
RAPID FIRE
June American Legion Impact Report highlights career events and legislative wins on Capitol Hill.
Army backpedals on policy dropping High School diploma requirement
WWII Medal of Honor recipient Herschel "Woody" Williams lies in honor at U.S. Capitol
Special Guest: Ashley Gutermuth.
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Join The American Legion
Heroes With Hearing Loss
Ashley Gutermuth - Comedy
Armed Services Arts Partnership | ASAP
100 Miles for Hope | The American Legion
(20) I Am The American Legion - Hershel 'Woody' Williams - YouTube
(20) Medal of Honor Story: Hershel “Woody” Williams - YouTube
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55min
July 05, 2022Episode 115: Tango Alpha Lima: Syracuse University Vice Chancellor and IVMF founder Dr. Mike Haynie
IN THE NEWS
Jeff and Ashley analyze an angry critic's 1/2-star review of "Top Gun: Maverick"
THIS WEEK'S GUEST
Syracuse University Vice Chancellor for Strategic Initiatives and Innovation, Dr. Mike Haynie, joins the podcast. Dr. Haynie discusses the University’s veteran-connected programs and resources for service members transitioning out of the military, and the evolution of the Syracuse University Institute for Veterans & Military Families, or IVMF, the nation’s first interdisciplinary institute created to inform and advance the policy, economic, and wellness concerns of the America’s veterans and families.
RAPID FIRE
U.S. House proposes 2.4% "inflation bonus" for DoD employees and U.S. Service Members
Kremlin spokesman says U.S. military veterans fighting in Ukraine won't get wartime protections set by Geneva Convention
Special Guest: Dr. Mike Haynie.
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This angry critic gave ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ just half a star
100 Miles for Hope
Home - Institute for Veterans and Military Families
Veterans Strengthening America | The American Legion
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57min
June 28, 2022Episode 114: Tango Alpha Lima: "Kilroy Was Here" author Brett Allen
IN THE NEWS
Security cam video reveals VA employee body-slamming and beating 73-year-old veteran at Georgia VA Clinic. _NOTE: The incident took place on April 28, and while Lawrence F. Galliard Jr. was arrested and charged, at the time of our recording, he still had his job. WSB-TV reporters posted the video on June 20, and on June 23, VA Secretary Denis McDonough issued an apology to the patient, Phillip Web, and Galliard was indefinitely suspended without pay. _
THIS WEEK'S GUEST
We're joined by Brett Allen is a U.S. Army veteran who shares how his military experience influenced his novel, “Kilroy Was Here.” He talks about his purposeful effort to steer away from the action-hero or broken soldier stories and focus on shenanigans and dark humor.
RAPID FIRE
Air Force makes the world’s saddest PB&J sandwich
Michigan teen raises more than $140,000 to send Vietnam Veterans on Honor Flight
The Buffalo Soldiers Iron Riders Gathering begins in Montana
Special Guest: Brett Allen.
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Disturbing video shows Atlanta VA employee attack elderly Vietnam veteran – WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta
VA suspends employee who attacked veteran at clinic in Atlanta | Stars and Stripes
100 Miles for Hope | The American Legion
Kilroy Was Here by Brett Allen
BRETT ALLEN | A HOGWASH WRITING PRODUCTION
Veterans Strengthening America | The American Legion
Air Force makes the world’s saddest PB&J sandwich
Michigan teen raises more than $140,000 for Vietnam veterans to visit DC | Stars and Stripes
Buffalo Soldier re-enactors kick off Iron Ride | The American Legion — The Buffalo Soldiers Iron Riders Gathering
Tango Alpha Lima Podcast Episode 103: Tango Alpha Lima: Buffalo Soldier Iron Riders with Bobby McDonald
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45min
June 23, 2022Episode 113: Tango Alpha Lima: Military Transition with NBC Universal Veterans Network co-chair Hill Pluviose
In this final installment of our Transition series, we’ll be joined by Marine Corps veteran Hill Pluviose, who talks with us about the initiatives to support the military community and career resources NBC Universal Comcast offers for veterans and their families through their Veterans Network and the NBC BOLD Vets Residency program.
He also talks about his podcast, Vet Talk with Hill and the NBC Peacock show he worked on, George to the Rescue.
Special Guest: Hill Pluviose.
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The American Legion 100 Miles For Hope
Bold Vets - 2021
BOLD Vets Residency | NBCUnicareers
Veterans | NBC News
Vet talk With Hill - YouTube
Watch George to the Rescue Season 13, Episode 6: Almanzar | Peacock
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