Join us for a conversation with Dr. Craig Bryan from The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. We talk to him about safe weapons storage as well as what sort of things he thinks we should look at when it comes to suicide prevention. We also talk about his visits with FORSCOM units and his message to Soldiers. Also joining the conversation and co-hosting this episode is Kelsey Hurt from the FORSCOM Ready and Resilient Team.

Editor's Note: Opinions expressed by Dr. Bryan are his and do not represent those of the Department of Defense, the Army, or this Podcast. Nothing in this Podcast or discussion should be construed as an official endorsement of Dr. Bryan’s opinions, his book, “Rethinking Suicide,” or other articles or editorials he may have authored.”

Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Phone: 800-273-TALK (8255); TTY: 800-799-4889

Join us for a conversation with Robyn Mroszczyk, she is the Army's Lead Financial Education Program Manager, an accredited financial counselor and a military spouse. We are talking about financial literacy, what that means, why it is important and why the Army cares. We'll share some of the tools and resources available to Soldiers and their families.

Financial Frontline Website

Soldier for Life Website

My Army Benefits Website

Join us for a conversation with Lt. Col. Erin Braswell, commander of the 3-227th Aviation Regiment, 1st Air Cavalry Brigade, and Cpt. Tiffany White, Delta Company commander for 3-227th, in recognition of Women's History Month. We talk to them about what led them to a career in aviation, and the importance of remembering the women that paved the way for future generations.

1st Air Cavalry Brigade "Air Cav" Facebook 

3-227th Aviation Regiment, 1ACB Facebook 

Join us as we learn more about what affects a security clearance and debunk some myths surrounding behavioral health care and a security clearance. We are talking about changes to the security clearance process and sharing what you need to know.

For more information on security clearances, visit the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency website

During this episode, Maj. Jennifer Dyrcz, Joint Readiness Training Center, Operations Group Public Affairs Officer, brings us a conversation with Brig. Gen. Peter Scott of the 4th Canadian Division - 4e Division du Canada, about their recent training at JRTC and Fort Polk. This episode brings a different perspective on the importance of training with partners and allies.

During this episode, the FORSCOM Leader Development Team joins us to talk about their mission and new initiatives. We discuss the tools available to leaders at all echelons as well as how they directly support the Army's number one priority, People, and overall Army Readiness. We are joined by COL Jeff Becker, LTC David Howell and SGM Rob Bruce. 

Websites mentioned in today's episode: 

Leader Development (CAC site)

Leader Development Guide

FORSCOM Website

Tune into the next FORSCOM Frontline episode as we explore how the National Training Center focuses on not just unit readiness, but also individual readiness during rotations -- and the importance of both. We are talking with CPT Joshua Mills, CPT Matthew Hughes, CPT Shaun Redden  -- all are currently Observer Coach/Trainers at NTC. 

National Training Center/Fort Irwin Facebook 

Operations Group, National Training Center Facebook 

Lt. Col. Adam Barlow and Sgt. Maj. Gavin Holmes, Brigade Command and Control Task Force at the Joint Readiness Training Center, talk about building unit readiness at JRTC. We talk about the switch from counter insurgency operations to large scale combat operations; mastering the fundamentals; and training with other countries. 

JRTC Operations Group Facebook

JRTC and Fort Polk Facebook 

Join us for a special episode with guest host, Gen. Michael X. Garrett, FORSCOM Commanding General. He talks with a member of our FORSCOM team whose son died by suicide in 2017. Retired Command Sgt. Maj. Dana Johnson shares his son’s story and talks about how he thinks we can help Soldiers who find themselves in similar situations.

If you need to talk to someone, help is available:

Veterans/Military Crisis Line (VCL/MCL): Phone: 800-273-8255 (Press 1) or Text: 838255

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Phone: 800-273-TALK (8255); TTY: 800-799-4889

Military OneSource: Phone: 800-342-9647

Our next episode will be available February 10 and the FORSCOM Commanding General, General Michael Garrett will be back to host. He will talk with a member of our FORSCOM team whose son died by suicide in 2017. Retired Command Sgt. Maj. Dana Johnson shares his son’s story and talks about how he thinks we can help Soldiers who find themselves in similar situations.

Here is a preview of that conversation…..

If you need to talk to someone, help is available: 

Veterans/Military Crisis Line (VCL/MCL): Phone: 800-273-8255 (Press 1) or Text: 838255

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Phone: 800-273-TALK (8255); TTY: 800-799-4889

Military OneSource: Phone: 800-342-9647