Tango Alpha Lima Podcast

Tango Alpha Lima Podcast

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  • Episode 127: Tango Alpha Lima: Health and Wellness with U.S. Army Veteran Jonathan Wechter

    IN THE NEWS

    Jeff and Ashley discuss the threats China and Russia pose to U.S. dominance in space and Jeff tries to figure out the Space Force "battle zone".

    THIS WEEK'S GUEST

    Our guest Jonathan talks about his work as a personal trainer and nutritionist, competing as an elite athlete, and his advocacy for mental wellness and therapeutic use of psychedelics to recover from trauma.

    RAPID FIRE

     WWII veteran joins Legion post before 100th birthday
    Big Navy investigating SEAL basic training

    Special Guest: Jonathan Wechter.

    Links:

    • Watch video of this episode on YouTube
    • Join The American Legion
    • Join The American Legion
    • American Legion Flag & Emblem
    • US space operations face stiff competition from China and Russia, top Space Force general says | Stars and Stripes
    • Terri Lynn Fundraising
    • TAL | Trulaw
    • MAPS.org - Support Psychedelic Science - Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies - MAPS
    • Veterans Strengthening America
    • WWII veteran joins Legion post before 100th birthday | Legiontown U.S.A.
    • Big Navy investigating SEAL basic training
    1 hr 6 min
  • Episode 126: Tango Alpha Lima: Concussion Legacy Foundation w/ CEO Chris Nowinski and retired U.S. Navy Cmdr. Daryl Adamson

    IN THE NEWS

    Share Sons of The American Legion Anniversary activities on Legiontown

    THIS WEEK'S GUEST

    This week we are joined by Concussion Legacy Foundation co-founder and CEO, Chris Nowinski, PhD. CLF is a non-profit organization that is leading the fight against concussions and Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy, or CTE, a degenerative brain disease found in athletes, military veterans, and others with a history of repetitive brain trauma.

    We’ll also talk with retired U.S. Navy Commander Daryl Adamson about his experience as a suicide loss survivor and the legacy of his son, Cameron, a Marine, who died by suicide in 2021 at age 22. The Adamson family donated Cameron's brain for study of CTE, and are advocates for the Concussion Legacy Foundation Project Enlist.

    RAPID FIRE

    National Guard tapped to help in understaffed Florida prisons
    Former Managers at Military Housing Contractor Sentenced in Fraud Scheme

    Special Guests: Chris Nowinski PhD and Daryl Adamson.

    Links:

    • Watch video of this episode on YouTube
    • Share | Legiontown U.S.A.
    • See and taste the difference for yourself -… | Terri Lynn Fundraising
    • TAL | Trulaw
    • Homepage | Concussion Legacy Foundation
    • Cameron Adamson | Concussion Legacy Foundation
    • Project Enlist | Concussion Legacy Foundation
    • Veterans Strengthening America | The American Legion
    • National Guard tapped to help in understaffed Florida prisons
    • Former Managers at Military Housing Contractor Sentenced in Fraud Scheme | Military.com
    • Home
    • Send us your feedback!
    • Join The American Legion
    1 hr 4 min
  • Episode 125: Tango Alpha Lima: March for the 22 co-founders Liz Hartman and Adin Colón

    IN THE NEWS

    Jeff and Ashley kick things off discussing the Task & Purpose article that breaks down why Florida's plan to recruit uncertified veterans to become teachers is a stupid idea.

    THIS WEEK'S GUEST

    Our guests this week are New Bern, N.C. Post 539 commander and Marine Corps veteran Liz Hartman, and fellow Post 539 member, retired U.S. Army Sergeant and Bronze Star recipient Adin Colón.

    Liz and Adin are co-founders of March for the 22, an event that helps raise awareness and help end veteran suicide. The pair talk about how they started the event, as well as how their small post does big things within their community.

    RAPID FIRE

    Legion member inspired by 100 Miles for Hope walks more than 2,200 miles
    Navy promises ‘life-altering $115,000’ in bonuses to lure veterans back to active duty

    Special Guests: Adin Colón and Liz Hartman.

    Links:

    • Watch video of this episode on YouTube
    • Join The American Legion
    • Florida's plan to recruit uncertified vets to become teachers is a stupid idea
    • See and taste the difference for yourself -… | Terri Lynn Fundraising
    • Home | American Legion Post 539
    • Home | Marchforthe22
    • Action Center
    • Be the One | The American Legion
    • Tango Alpha Lima Podcast Episode 107: Tango Alpha Lima: Author, journalist and filmmaker Sebastian Junger
    • Veterans Strengthening America | The American Legion
    • Two years of walking | Legiontown U.S.A.
    • Navy promises ‘life-altering $115,000’ in bonuses to lure veterans back to active duty | Stars and Stripes
    • Send us your feedback!
    44 min
  • Episode 124: Tango Alpha Lima: "Be The One" spokesman, Dr. M. David Rudd

    IN THE NEWS

    We have an update on the case of a Navy nuclear engineer and his wife who attempted to smuggle secrets about nuclear-powered warships in half-eaten PBJ sandwiches.

    THIS WEEK'S GUEST

    Jeff and Ashley are joined by Distinguished University Professor of Psychology, President Emeritus, and Director of the Rudd Institute for Veteran and Military Suicide Prevention at the University of Memphis, Dr. M. David Rudd.

    Dr. Rudd is also a spokesman for The American Legion "Be the One" initiative, and he talks about his own career helping veterans struggling with mental health issues and why veterans groups like The American Legion are an important part of helping them overcome psycological and emotional challenges.

    RAPID FIRE

    A story of Heroism and other Post Awards
    Jeff and Ashley remember their favorite episodes from last year's award-winning 9/11 series

    Special Guest: Dr. M. David Rudd .

    Links:

    • Watch video of this episode on YouTube
    • Join The American Legion
    • Tango Alpha Lima Podcast Episode 73: Tango Alpha Lima: A hat trick, nuclear spies, and special ops in Taiwan
    • STRIVE-Suicide and Trauma Reduction Initiative for Veterans | Ohio State College of Medicine
    • TAL | Trulaw
    • Rudd Institute
    • See and taste the difference for yourself -… | Terri Lynn Fundraising
    • Trophies, Awards and Ceremonials Manual | Brochures & Publications | The American Legion
    • Tango Alpha Lima Podcast - Episodes Archive
    • Tango Alpha Lima Podcast Episode 91114: Tango Alpha Lima remembers 9/11 with former POW Jessica Lynch
    • Tango Alpha Lima Podcast Episode 91103: Tango Alpha Lima remembers 9/11 with Sgt. Maj. Clifford Lovejoy
    • Send us your feedback!
    • Suggest a Guest
    42 min
  • Episode 123: Tango Alpha Lima: Live from Milwaukee - Legislative Update with Lawrence Montreuil

    Coming to you from The American Legion National Convention in Milwaukee, hosts Jeff and Ashley get an update on American Legion legislative successes and upcoming activity with repeat guest, American Legion National Legislative Director Lawrence Montreuil.

    Lawrence talks about the success of the Honor our PACT act, the role Legion members played in helping the bill become law, and the impact the new law will have on millions of veterans exposed to toxins during their military service.

    Lawrence also talks about the work that still needs to be done on other legislation, such as the Afghan Adjustment Act, and how to get involved through the Voter Voice portal.

    Special Guest: Lawrence Montreuil.

    Links:

    • Watch video of this episode on YouTube
    • Send us your feedback!
    • Join The American Legion
    • Find a Service Officer
    • Legislative Center | The American Legion
    • TAL | Trulaw
    • See and taste the difference for yourself -… | Terri Lynn Fundraising
    • Action Center
    • Text - S.4787 - 117th Congress (2021-2022): Afghan Adjustment Act | Congress.gov | Library of Congress
    • 100 Miles for Hope | The American Legion
    36 min
  • Episode 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.

    Links:

    • Watch video of this episode on YouTube
    • Join The American Legion
    • 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
    45 min
  • Episode 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.

    Links:

    • Watch video of this episode on YouTube
    • Send us your feedback!
    • 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
    58 min
  • Episode 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.

    Links:

    • Watch video of this episode on YouTube
    • Join The American Legion
    • 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
    57 min
  • Episode 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.

    Links:

    • Watch video of this episode on YouTube
    • Send us your feedback!
    • 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
    42 min

About Tango Alpha Lima Podcast

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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 overcoming PTSD, accessing VA benefits and much more. Join us each week for vibrant camaraderie, playful joking and hot takes on current events, interesting trends and quirky stories of interest to the military and veteran community.

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