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Discussion on the Center for Education and Reconciliation in Southeast Asia with Dr James Brask

Welcome to another riveting episode of "Veterans Radio Hour" by VBN. Today, we dive into the lives and legacies of two of the most iconic figures in military history: Generals George S. Patton and Dwight D. Eisenhower. In this episode titled "Generals As Leaders: Patton & Eisenhower," […]

Veterans & Historians tell true stories of Service to our Country

Experts discuss locating, recovering & restoring of WWII era Military Aircraft. Special guest: Bob Cardin, Mark Demmin Sr., Bob Collings, Russ Strine, Bob Coon, James Chybicki, Al Heinze

8-10 pm CST - Information on Veterans For Constitutional Law, Veterans Voting Bloc, Veterans for Due Process. James Rhodes - Website Website about court cases fought for Veterans for Due ProcessFantastic story about Veteran who received decades of backpay

Interview with veterans who write fiction and non-fiction military novels. Special guest: Jeff Circle, Barry McWilliams, Raquel Thiebes, James Blinn

The Philippines is a country that has played a very important part in the military history of the U.S.Join us as we explore the highly emotional and dramatic issues surrounding the WWII Filipino soldiers, and the rescue of Camp Cabanatuan!

Veteran Air Force Thunderbird pilots and crew chiefs discuss their experiences as well as the purpose of the Air shows.

Special Guest: Tom Casalini, Alan Lynch, Gary Littrell, Hal Fritz, Jim Taylor, Sammy Davis, Robert Bush

Special guest: Commander Ronald Conley, Rochele Crump, Sam Miller, James Carroll

War In Iraq? Guest John Wobensmith, Edward Chambelien, W. Thomas Smith Jr., Joe Repya

Colonel Tom Rendall, K.J. DeCamp, Dan Bogojevich, Jerry Wulf, Brent Kaufman

A wonderful show about the USO! Connie Stevens as special guest, as well as live in-studio performances.

Our host, himself a Ranger, talks all about the Rangers, past and present. In-studio special guest is the actual Ranger whom Tom Hanks portrayed in "Saving Private Ryan". Listen to this great show!

Clips of guests from our past shows

Guest: Kenney DeCamp, Steve Sumsky Chris Michel, Ron Regan, Col Tom Rendall, BHS Madrigal Singers

Guest: Col. Andrew Gilmore, Lou Reda, Peter Bartis

Special guest: H. Delano Roosevelt Col. Bud Day (Ret.)

Guest: Lt.Col Pennington, Larry Wortzel, MG David Harris

Guest Steve Robinson and Erin Cole

As a journalist Joe Galloway put himself in harms way gaining him experience that would not only make him a soldier but commission him to tell the actual stories during the opening battle of America's involvement in Vietnam.Guest: Ret. Lt. General Hal Moore, Joe Galloway, Sam Fantino, […]

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty. Sgt. Lynch (then Sp4c.) distinguished himself while serving as a radio telephone operator with Company D. While serving in the forward element on an operation near the village of […]

War museums and their locations. Guest Major General John P. Herrling, Jan Scruggs, Richard Hackett

Under Secretary of Health Dr Robert Roswell, Joan Cummings MD, Michael Olson

BONUS: Art Heffelfinger and General Grange talk one on one discussion after the show. Guest: Rep. Ronnie Shows, Art Heffelfinger, Rochelle Crump

Should the United States consider a new draft? If a draft is started should women be included in the draft? Guest Dr. Charlie Moskos, MG David Harris, Al Gropman

Mike Goodale - Veteran GI who was there.

RAdm Rondeau - Commander, Great Lakes Training Center; Congressman Mark Steven Kirk

Dr. Leo McKay - Deputy director for Veterans Affairs; Jeff Hall - Supervisor, Midwest Disabled American Veterans

Fr. Ben Morin POW Philippines 1941; Lester Tenney POW - author of "My Hitch in Hell - Bataan Death March"

Veterans Radio Hour (VRH) - originally launched on Sept 8, 2002. Joe Galloway the author of "We were soldiers once ... and young"

Patrick talks about some of his most memorable guests from the past year.

Veterans’ Radio Hour 2.0, Program 39: Episode 19: “Russia Moves Into Ukraine.”Tonight Ranger Doug and his guests discuss the situation between Russia and Ukraine. Dr. Brian DowningJason BlackDoug WiseTonight’s program theme is “Stalemate and Pause, But For What?”Ranger Doug […]

Patrick talks with Retired Gunner Sergeant Chad Chalkey

Ranger Doug speaks with:Rick LambJason BlackDr. Brian DowningOn the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine

A year after his injury, triple amputee Marine Gunnery Sergeant (GySgt) Brian Meyer is well known for his great attitude. “We have no delusions about what we do,” he says, “injuries are part of it. You make your peace with God and accept it. It’s part of the job. “ Brian […]

In this program we highlight the importance of music on fighting men and women and in support of the war effort. It is a source of pride, provides motivation, it helps maintain morale among Service People and Citizens alike. It bolsters team building and Espirit de Corps and even supports […]

Patrick Scrogin speaks with House in the Woods Executive Director &Father of Fallen Hero Sgt. Joel A. House, Mr. Paul House

In this program we highlight the importance of music on fighting men and women and in support of the war effort. It is a source of pride, provides motivation, it helps maintain morale among Service People and Citizens alike. It bolsters team building and Espirit de Corps and even supports […]

In this program we highlight the importance of music on fighting men and women and in support of the war effort. It is a source of pride, provides motivation, it helps maintain morale among Service People and Citizens alike. It bolsters team building and Espirit de Corps and even supports […]

Special Guest - Matt Amos James “Matt” Amos was motivated to join the Marine Corps after the 9/11 attacks. At the time, he was working having recently finished high school. He enlisted as an Infantryman and deployed twice to Iraq and a third time to Afghanistan. Sergeant Amos was […]

This week’s program is a retrospective back to 2002 and a live radio program which featured BG (RET) Grange, LTG (RET) Hal Moore, Joe Galloway (War Correspondent), Randall Wallace (Director, Producer) and others discussing experiences in the first battle of the Ia Drang Valley in South […]

The measure of who we are is what we do with what we have.Patricks show is about stories of conquering hardships and inspiring others to become the best version of themselves.Host Patrick Scrogin interviews former Marine Corps Anthony Marquez who was a service dog handler for dogs that […]

Guests:Dr. Brian Downing.Dr. David Johnson.Mr. Dean Cheng.Panel discusses changes in the war between Russia and Ukraine and its effects on the world.

Ranger Doug talks with panelists about what happened this week in the war between Russia and Ukraine. With questions on logistics as it concerns supply of the combatants, humanitarian aid for the displaced and prospects for support of regions with potential food insecurity.Guests:Jason […]

Host Patrick Scrogin interviews Marine Staff Sergeant Blaine Scott who as a platoon sergeant for a convoy traveling in light armored in Baghdad in 2006 when the vehicle was struck by an IED buried on the side of the road.The explosion killed three other marines and badly wounded three […]

Episode 15 - "Where are things and what lies in the future?"Guests:Dr. Brian DowningDean ChengDr. David JohnsonDavid EA Johnson

Patrick Scrogin and his guests talk about Memorial Day, what it stands for, what it has become and how we can teach the younger generation what this day is actually about.

Veterans' Radio Hour (VRH) 2.0 Program 29: "Russia Moves into Ukraine"Episode 14 - "Where are things and what lies in the future?"Guests:Dr. Brian DowningDr. David JohnsonWith your host Ranger DougGuests talk about the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine

Most of us will never know the full horrors of combat. Many Servicemen and women suffer life-changing injuries, visible or otherwise, whilst serving their country. How do these men and women find the motivation to move on and not be defined by their injuries?On a trip to the Warrior Games […]

Veterans' Radio Hour (VRH) 2.0 Program 28: "Russia Moves into Ukraine"Episode 13 - "Where are things and what lies in the future?"Guests:Dr. Brian DowningMr. Doug WiseMr. David EA JohnsonMr. Jason BlackWith your host Ranger DougGuests talk about the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine

He was disabled last year when he was poisoned by chewing tobacco laced with heroin and cyanide, resulting in major nerve damage to 75 percent of his body, short- and long-term memory loss and tremors in both hands. He also suffered a disabled knee and post-traumatic stress disorder as a […]

GUESTS:Mr. Dean Cheng - Heritage Foundation. Dr. Dave Johnson, COL (RET), USA - RAND Corporation. Dr. Brian Downing - Independent Analyst. With your host Ranger DougGuests talk about the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine

GUESTS:Ambassador Lawrence ButlerCOL (RET) Mark MitchellCOL (RET) Dave JohnsonJason Black.Guests discuss the current events of Russia invasion of Ukraine.

In this episode Patrick speaks with Army Sergeant James J. Furlong. A recipient of the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations involving conflict with an armed hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam, while serving with Company B, 2d […]

Ranger Doug, Ambassador Lawrence Butler, and Lt Col Dave Johnson discuss the current events of Russia invasion of Ukraine.

Guests:Ambassador Lawrence ButlerMark Mitchell, Former ASD SO / LIC.1. Where are Ukraine/Russia today in the war?2. War aims: Russia?3. War aims: Ukraine?4. Activities - effects in/on the:a. USb. NATO/EUc. World5. Status of cease fire or peace efforts?6. What can we look forward to? […]

Hosted by: Ranger Doug. Needs no Introduction...Guests:Dean Cheng, Senior Research Fellow, Davis Institute for National Security and Foreign Policy (Heritage Foundation).David Johnson - Executive Director, Center for Advanced Defense Studies (C4ADS).Brian Downing, PhD - Independent […]

The 4477th Test and Evaluation Squadron (4477 TES) was a squadron in the United States Air Force under the claimancy of the Tactical Air Command (TAC). It is currently inactive. The product of Project Constant Peg, the unit was created to expose the tactical air forces to the flight […]

1. Alignment of Russia's partners and allies (China, Syria, Libya, North Korea, etc) 2. The way ahead for Belarus 3. China's strategy as result of the War in Ukraine 4. Reshaping self-sufficiency (fuel, minerals, food, medicine, etc) Guests: Mark Mitchell, DSC - Former Acting ASD - SO/LIC […]

Baden K-9 mission is to breed, train, and provide the very best dogs in the world today. Christian based, family owned, Baden K-9.

Current Updates on the war between Russia and Ukraine.

Patrick interviews Ron Sherman former Vietnam Veteran. As a military police Ron served in the 127th and 504th USA. Ron retells his experiences during Vietnam.

What more can the United States do?Guests:Dr. Brian Downing. Independent analyst.Mr. Doug Wise. Retired senior US Army and CIA officerDean Cheng Senior Research Fellow Davis Institute for National Security and Foreign Policy (Heritage Foundation).

General Grange, Ranger Doug, Doug Wise, and Brian Downing answer 5 questions.1) Where are Ukraine and Russia today in war?2) What are the war aims of Russia?3) What are the war aims of Ukraine?4) What can be done to help?5) What does the future look like?

"Whole of Nation" approach to warfighting and support of Partners and Allies.Panelists:Dr. Brian Downing, Independent Journalist. Dr. Richard Downie. Retired Army Colonel and Retired member of the US Senior Executive Service. Doug Wise. Former Senior CIA Officer and Deputy Director of the […]

The inspiring story of 12th Sergeant Major of the Army. SMA Jack Tilley is an American businessman and retired United States Army soldier. He served for almost 37 years in the United States Army, culminating in his appointment in 2000 as the 12th Sergeant Major of the Army, a post he held […]

Whole of Nation in Warfighting Dean Cheng: Heritage Foundation John Fenzel: Former Assistant to the Vice President. Mark Mitchell: Former Assistant Secretary of Defense for Special Operations and Low Intensity Conflict.

Coming from a foster home, Joe found a family of brothers with the Navy Seals. Joe recounts his encouraging story of overcoming extreme conditions, hardships, and injuries to become an elite soldier. He was tasked with hundreds of capture/kill missions targeting the top terrorist in the […]

Program: 16: Russia Moves Into UkraineWhole of Nation in WarfightingDean Cheng: Heritage FoundationJohn Fenzel: Former Asst to SECDEF and CSA. WH Fellow.Doug Wise: Former Dep Dir of DIA and Sr CIA Officer.Mark Mitchell: Former NSC Staffer, Former ASD SO/LIC

Patrick and his sound engineer talk about the influence of music within the military.

Tonight we take you from Haiti in 1994 all the way through Syria in 2017.

Coming from a foster home, Joe found a family of brothers with the Navy Seals. Joe recounts his encouraging story of overcoming extreme conditions, hardships, and injuries to become an elite soldier. He was tasked with hundreds of capture/kill missions targeting the top terrorist in the […]

We cover the music Veterans listened to for inspiration during the "Small Wars," of the 1970s, 80s and 90s. Special Guest Lee Greenwood reminisces about his USO trip in Korea where he met General Grange. Listen as we span Eagle Claw (The Iran Raid - 1980), Urgent Fury (Grenada - 1983), […]

Coming from a foster home, Joe found a family of brothers with the Navy Seals. Joe recounts his encouraging story of overcoming extreme conditions, hardships, and injuries to become an elite soldier. He was tasked with hundreds of capture/kill missions targeting the top terrorist in the […]

This show is about the history of the United Service Organizations (USO) and the important role it played in our military. Special Guest include Connie Stevens (actress) , Edward Angus "Ned" Powell Jr the former president of the USO and former United States Deputy Secretary of Veterans […]

Many veterans go to college after leaving the military, but most do not have to face the challenges that Joel Tavera did. In 2008, he was one of the most wounded soldiers to survive the Iraq War.Despite losing a foot, a hand, his eyesight, parts of his skull and suffering burns on 60 […]

In this program we highlight the importance of music on fighting men and women and in support of the war effort. It is source of pride, provides motivation, it helps maintain morale among Service People and Citizens alike. It bolsters team building and Espirit de Corps and even supports […]

Midge Ripoli (the sound engineer) turns the table and interviews Patrick Scrogin. As a civilian with over 30 years in professional radio Midge talks about the change in his life that began 3 months ago when he started listening to Patrick's show as he was in the control room as engineer […]

In the final program in this series, MSG (RET) Dave Smith takes us from Walter Reed Army Medical Center (WRAMC) through the present. He triumphs over adversity.BG (RET) Grange describes his own experiences in unforgettable detailCOL (RET) Kevin Swenie USA, BG (RET) Dave Grange, Ranger […]

Midge Ripoli (the sound engineer) turns the table and interviews Patrick Scrogin. As a civilian with over 30 years in professional radio Midge talks about the change in his life that began 3 months ago when he started listening to Patrick's show as he was in the control room as engineer […]

In his first Improvised Explosive Device (IED) attack in Kandahar Province, Afghanistan in 2006, Army Special Forces Master Sergeant (Retired) Dave Smith was hurt, and team members killed. In the second, in Helmand Province, Afghanistan in 2010, on a second tour, he suffered grievous […]

In this important program, Master Sergeant (Retired) Dave Smith takes us through his two Improvised Explosive Device (IED) experiences in riveting fashion. In the first attack in Kandahar Province, Afghanistan in 2006, he was hurt. In the second, in Helmand Province, Afghanistan in 2010, […]

Tonight, we present a program that was originally recorded on 5 January 2003 as part of Veterans' Radio Hour 1.0.In that program General Grange interviewed legendary Rangers about their unique exploits.And together the group discusses current events involving Rangers and the future of […]

Originally Aired 29 December 2002.Highlights of 16 Past Programs Recorded in 2002.1. We Were Soldiers Once, and Young.2. The Vietnam War Compared to Afghanistan and Iraq. Dr. John Votaw.3. Closely Coordinated Fire Support. Joe Galloway.4. The Draft? Yes or No?Vietnam Draftees: LTG (RET) […]

John Lorin Borling (born March 24, 1940) is a retired major general of the United States Air Force whose military career spanned 33 years. He has piloted many aircraft including the F-15, F16, F-4, the SR-71 Blackbird, the U-2, and B-52 and B-1 bombers. During the Vietnam War, his […]

BlackHawk Down, Mogadishu, Somalia, 3-4 October 1993.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Mogadishu_(1993)The epic battle that came to be known as “Black Hawk Down,” is also the title of the landmark book and the inspiring film by Ridley Scott.This is a re-airing of a program that […]

SGT Zachary Stinson was on his first deployment on November 9, 2010. While on a foot patrol in Afghanistan he stepped on an IED resulting in the traumatic amputations of his right leg below the knee and his left leg above the knee.With the lose of both legs Zachary is a world champion […]

"Through, With and By" . . . "Mark Boyatt, former professional colleague while on active duty and now permanent friend, has produced, in "Special Forces - A Unique National Asset" an excellent and comprehensive history of one of our nation's premier military tools. This is a vibrant […]

A. Irregular Warfare (IW) is a struggle among state and non-state actors to influence populations and affect legitimacy operations, and security cooperation.B. The Range of Military Operations (ROMO):The range encompasses three primary categories:1. Military engagement, security […]

Rerun of VRH show remembering Pearl Harbor on December 8, 2002. This show includes soldiers and guest who were at Pearl Harbor on that dreadful day of Dec 7, 1941.

A year after his injury, triple amputee Marine Gunnery Sergeant (GySgt) Brian Meyer is well known for his great attitude. “We have no delusions about what we do,” he says, “injuries are part of it. You make your peace with God and accept it. It’s part of the job. “ Brian […]

John Lorin Borling (born March 24, 1940) is a retired major general of the United States Air Force whose military career spanned 33 years. He has piloted many aircraft including the F-15, F16, F-4, the SR-71 Blackbird, the U-2, and B-52 and B-1 bombers. During the Vietnam War, his […]

3 December 2021 This Week's Show Topic:The All-Volunteer Force. - Is it working?- Can society fill the need?- What is the attitude of youth to enlisting or becoming an officer?- Is there a sufficient pool of recruits?- What is the attitude of “The Force” to Reenlisting?- What effect […]

Keith Holland II, a retired Special Forces Weapons Sergeant talks with Host Patrick Scrogin about his amazing story ABOUT his journey of healing from the injuries and hardships he suffered while in the ARMY.Keith is currently helping Veterans from the SPECIAL OPERATIONS community to live […]

Linda Jo Heffner author of "My Sailor's Story" After years of encouragement from her children, Linda completed her adventure into the past.First begun as merely a personal history for family and friends, ‘Tainted Seas: My Sailor’s Story’ is an intimate look at the life of a woman, […]

Thanksgiving November 25 2021, Stay at Home or Base Abroad?What Has Been the Effect of the 20 Years Since 9/11/01?Are we prepared for: 'Great Power Competition?Multi Domain Warfare?How do we deal with emerging threats?Guests: RADM (RET) Patrick Hall, USNCOL (RET) Morris Goins, […]

Special Guest Joshua Sust was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on January 20th 1987. After graduating from high school in 2006 he was on a bus to Parris Island MCRD. After 13 grueling weeks he finally accomplished his greatest achievement, becoming a United States Marine. Upon completion of boot […]

A wonderful organization that trains service dogs for Veterans with PTSD. Determined to end veteran suicide the National PTSD Service Association trains Service Dogs to help Veterans who suffer from PTSD.

Tonight our guests were:1. A World War II POW, Clifton Streat of the 106th Infantry Division in the Battle of the Bulge, by recorded interview with live commentary by a person he taught in seventh grade science and math. Very moving.2. Brigadier General (Retired) Joe Ramirez, US Army, […]

Since 2013, writers for the "My Life, My Story" program have interviewed thousands of Veterans at VA Hospitals across the country. From those interviews, we craft brief life histories that, with the Veteran's permission, become part of their medical record. By reading those stories, VA […]

Mike Burns was born in 1944 in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He was commissioned a 2nd Lt through the Air Force ROTC program at De Paul University, Illinois, on July 15, 1966, and went on active duty beginning October 18, 1966. Lt Burns next completed Undergraduate Pilot Training, and was awarded […]

This is the inaugural show for the new podcast, VRH 2.0 with our host, Brigadier General (Retired) Dave Grange.The last VRH 1.0 show was broadcast April of 2003.This will be an effort, not only to describe the current situation on a weekly basis, but also to help Veterans find ways to […]

Patrick talks with Sara Combs the coach for the Kansas Veterans Wheelchair Games. Veterans who participate in these games have lost body parts while in the line of duty; however, they deal with there disabilities by participating in athletic events that strengthen their bodies and mind. […]

Special Guest Ron Zaleski talks about his company "The Long Walk Home".In the military we are taught to be of ultimate service to our country and to our fellow brothers and sisters. Getting discharged doesn’t mean we should abandon that mission. Rather, we must redefine it and utilize […]

Wounded But Not Broken - Show 6 - When you're knocked down stand back upSpecial Guest - Matt Amos James “Matt” Amos was motivated to join the Marine Corps after the 9/11 attacks. At the time, he was working having recently finished high school. He enlisted as an Infantryman and […]

Guest Maxine Reyes - retired US Army combat Veteran. Maxine is a certified marriage & relationship coach, motivational speaker, host and inspirational singer. Maxine has inspired and performed for a wide range of audiences to include a President of the United States, university […]

Tonight's guest - Eddie Corona who donated his life to helping wounded Veterans and kids by providing them with an outdoor experience that changes life's.. Eddie is Chairmen of the Board for "Outdoor Experiences For All."

Host Kenney DeCamp interview former USAF Intelligence Agent and a former US Navy Submarine hydraulics specialist about their military jobs while serving during the Vietnam era.

Host Patrick Scrogin interviews former Marine Corps Anthony Marquez, who was a service dog handler for dogs that sniffed out IED (Improvised Explosive Devices). Anthony served with the 1st Battalion 5th Marines and was deployed in Afghanistan in 2011. This show explores the powerful […]

Host Kenney DeCamp and Co-Host Nadine Noky discuss the changing population of Veterans (past, present, and future). Special Guest Kenri Wanner a Florida Registered Mental Health Counselor talks about dealing with Veteran PTSD and other mental health issues.

Host Patrick Scrogin interviews Marine Staff Sergeant Blaine Scott who as a platoon sergeant for a convoy traveling through Baghdad in 2006 was struck by an IED that was buried on the side of the road. The explosion killed three other marines and badly wounded three others (including […]

In today’s show we cover two fantastic roles from the US Army.MOS 12C - Army Bridge Crewman is responsible for providing bridge and rafting support for their platoons. They are extremely skilled engineers that are relied on by ground infantry and other divisions to construct quick safe […]

Host Patrick Scrogin tells his story of overcoming an incredible disability, drug addiction, and mental defeat after the loss of his leg, broken back, and many other horrific things that happen after being shot down in Iraq in his attack helicopter.

Host Patrick Scrogin finishes the story of his will to survive and excel beyond his horrific tragedy.Special Guest - Butch Patrick (Eddie Munster) - Patrick will explain how Butch had a critical role in the birth of Veterans Broadcast Network.

Kenney DeCamp and Co Host Nadine Noky examine the role of the Veterans Service Officer (VSO). A VSO agent has the potential of being one of the most important persons in a Veterans life. Special Guest Marty Callaghan Deputy Director of Claims Services from the American Legion in […]