Best USA (Ret Podcasts (2024)

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105. Taking the Golf Out of Gaming with Sebastian Bae 50:41

2d ago50:41

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[Editor’s Note: Army Mad Scientist continues our series of blog posts and podcasts in the run up to our Game On! Wargaming & The Operational Environment Conference, co-hosted with the Georgetown University Wargaming Society, on 6-7 November 2024 — additional information on this event and the link to our registration site may be found at the end of …

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Episode 199 Tony Puglia U.S. Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer #499 4:13:47

3d ago4:13:47

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In this episode of The Real ResQ Podcast, host Jason Quinn is joined by Tony Puglia, U.S. Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer #499. Puglia and Quinn graduated together from the U.S. Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer “A” School, Class 10-00. In this episode, they catch up and reflect on Puglia’s impressive career in the USCG. Starting at his first unit post-swimmer…

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Meet Lt. Gen Brian Kelly, USAF Ret. President of The Military Officers Association of America and hear about their plans for the 2024-2025 19:45

6d ago19:45

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Lt. Gen Kelly is the type of officer we all would have liked to serve under. Representing the Military Officers Association of America, he goes about leading in a self-assured and quiet manner which produces results. Tune in to listen to him discussing what the organization is now doing to protect the rights of all who served not just the officer c…

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Spotlight - Bluedrop Training and Simulation 57:46

10d ago57:46

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In this ‘Spotlight’ episode of The Real ResQ Podcast, host Jason Quinn sits down with three key members of the BluedropUSA Training and Simulation team based out of Orlando, Florida. We had the unique opportunity to explore the cutting-edge work Bluedrop is doing to revolutionize helicopter rescue training through advanced virtual reality (VR) simu…

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Finding Strength Through Tragedy: The Gold Star Mothers’ Story 47:31

10d ago47:31

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Almost 100 years ago, a mother grieving the loss of her son in battle brought together other mothers who were coping with similar losses; in the process, she started American Gold Star Mothers, Inc. Over the past century, the organization has grown and continues to aid mothers—and families—through the grieving process, inspiring its members to cont…

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Meet Rebecca Stafford National President Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc.and hear her thoughts on her Presidential years. 17:16

13d ago17:16

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Blue Star Mothers of America were created in 1942, during WWII and were Congressionally chartered in 1960. They have 179 chapters nationwide and over 6000 members. Tune in to hear more about this wonderful group of ladies and how they work to make our troops find enjoyment in their lives in the military. Our library of shows can be found at www.vet…

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104. Achieving Victory & Ensuring Civilian Safety in Conflict Zones with Andrew Olson 31:11

16d ago31:11

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[Editor’s Note: Army Mad Scientist first introduced Andrew Olson to our community of action with his insightful submission to our Calling All Wargamers crowdsourcing effort entitled Civilian Harm Mitigation and Response (CHMR) Considerations in Wargaming LSCO. In today’s episode of The Convergence podcast, we sit down with Mr. Olson to learn more a…

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ASTerisk - Dave Weber National Park Climbing Ranger and Flight Paramedic presents Team Dynamics 1:31:48

17d ago1:31:48

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In this special ASTerisks episode of The Real ResQ Podcast, host Jason Quinn welcomes back Dave Weber, experienced National Park Climbing Ranger and flight paramedic. With his time divided between the rugged landscapes of Teton National Park in Wyoming and Denali National Park in Alaska, Dave brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the conve…

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Meet Al Lipphardt, Veterans Of Foreign Wars National Commander 2024-2025.This is the third in our series of new national commanders of Veteran Service organizations. 17:31

20d ago17:31

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This is the third in our series of new national commanders of Veteran Service organizations. Listen in to hear their visions for their term of office and for making their organization effective and responsive to the needs of our Veterans. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.com Join us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corne…

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Episode 198 FROST - The Fast Response Operational Safety Teams 1:14:04

24d ago1:14:04

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In this episode of The Real ResQ Podcast, host Jason Quinn is joined by Joe Sarber and Bob Yanacsek, founders of FROST. FROST is a company that provides Fast Response Operational Safety Teams (FROST) for airshows. They specialize in creating a safe environment and providing immediate support in case of incidents or emergencies. The team consists of…

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Saving Lives After Hurricanes and Political Coups 36:50

27d ago36:50

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When he was a young boy growing up in Puerto Rico, two relatives of Dr. Lester Martinez-Lopez inspired him to enter the field of medicine. And an Army program led him to a 45-plus-year career saving lives, overseeing global medical innovation and preventing outbreaks, all culminating in his current position as the Assistant Secretary of Defense for…

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Meet Daniel Contreras Disabled American Veterans National Commander2024-2025 and learn some important things about the DAV. 17:18

26d ago17:18

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This is the second in our series of new national commanders of Veteran Service organizations. Listen in to hear the visions they have for their term on office and for making their organization effective and responsive to the needs of our Veterans, meet Daniel Contreras Disabled American Veterans National Commander2024-2025 Our library of shows can …

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103. On the Ground and In the Air in Ukraine with Wolfgang Hagarty 29:41

1M ago29:41

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“I don’t think America, or the West in general, is prepared in any sort of way to fight a static war like we’re seeing over there in Ukraine.” [Editor’s Note: One of the twelve key conditions driving the Operational Environment (OE) in the next ten years is its increased lethality. According to the TRADOC G-2‘s recently published The Operational En…

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Episode 197 Joe Sarber - Firefighter:FAO - Paulding County Fire Department, Georgia, USA 49:08

1M ago49:08

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In this episode of The Real ResQ Podcast, host Jason Quinn is joined by Joe Sarber, a firefighter from Georgia. They discuss Sarber's journey to becoming a firefighter. He shares a story about his first structure fire and all the rookie mistakes he made. He also discusses the challenges and lessons he learned from these experiences, highlighting th…

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Battlefield statistics come and go, but behind those statistics are real people and families that will never be the same. Gold Star mothers are the epitome of lives that have changed, forever. Listen in ... 18:47

1M ago18:47

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Patti Elliot helps us understand what benefits Gold Star Mothers derive from serving others. Gold Star Mothers has its origin going back to WWI and those who are members have paid an unimaginable price to join the group, the loss of a child on the battlefield. Please tune in to hear what she has to say. You will be glad you did. Our library of show…

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Episode 196 James (Jim) Murad, Firefighter Paramedic for Tamarac Fire Rescue, Florida 1:10:28

1M ago1:10:28

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In this episode of The Real ResQ Podcast, host Jason Quinn is joined by James Murad, a firefighter paramedic from Florida. Murad discusses receiving the PuroClean Superhero Award and the surprise of being nominated for a national award. We also recount his first significant calls, including a cardiac alert and a trauma code. He emphasizes the impor…

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Is the Pen Mightier Than the Tank? 38:34

1M ago38:34

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One of the most important elements of any large organization is to ensure free and clear communication between all levels and people. In the 1930s, the U.S. Army recognized this and relaunched Infantry Journal, which many attribute to helping craft tactics and technologies leading into World War II. Ninety years later and with new technologies and …

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Care givers have questions and the Yellow Ribbon Fund has answers. Give a listen to this show to learn how to get those answers. 16:43

1M ago16:43

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Ariana Caragliano Chief Advancement Officer for the Yellow Ribbon Fund may just have the answers to what a care giver needs to know. Yellow Ribbon Fund is adaptive and responsive to the evolving needs of veterans and their families. Through chapters spread all over our USA, they provide a variety of services, many of which are directed to family me…

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102. War, Inc: The Private Sector in Contemporary Conflict with LTC Kristine Hinds 20:50

2M ago20:50

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[Editor’s Note: The Mad Scientist Laboratory featured LTC Kristine M. Hinds‘ assessment of private sector involvement in future conflicts in “Sixth Domain” – Private Sector Involvement in Future Conflicts last June. While some Army purists have taken exception to the Atlantic Council Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security‘s use of the term “Six…

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Episode 195 U.S. Coast Guard Crew Saves Six Lives From the Sailing Vessel Barlovento 1:16:18

2M ago1:16:18

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In this episode of The Real ResQ Podcast, host Jason Quinn is joined by an entire U.S. Coast Guard Crew: Pilots Ryan O’Neill and Adam Ownbey; flight mechanic Peter Gaudet; and Spencer Manson, Rescue Swimmer No. 999. The crew recounts their experience of saving six lives during a rescue mission. Facing challenging conditions, including hurricane-for…

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This is part two of what Ray Carville Public Affairs Manager Veterans Inc.shares about the mutltiude of serviced available to you and your family. 20:37

2M ago20:37

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(Part two) Veterans Inc. is an all-inclusive one-stop shop. If they don’t have a solution for a veteran’s problem they will work to find a contact in the veteran’s area of need and then rather than just giving the vet another number to call they will make the call and stay on the line until an introduction is made. In talking with Mr. Carville I fo…

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Episode 194 Adam Sustachek - U.S. Coast Guard Flight Mech 1:49:12

2M ago1:49:12

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In this episode of The Real ResQ, host Jason Quinn is joined by Adam Sustachek, a United States Coast Guard flight mechanic. He shares his experiences and rescues during his 25-year career in the Coast Guard. Sustachek discusses his background and how he joined the military. He talks about his time stationed in various locations, including Sitka, A…

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How the U.S. Army Trains Olympic Athletes 27:45

2M ago27:45

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In Paris this month, SSG Leonard Korir competed in the challenging Men’s Marathon event at the 2024 Olympics. He completed the August 10th race with a time of 2 hours, 18 minutes and 45 seconds. Also fortunate to take part in the 2016 event in the 10,000-meter category, this year’s Olympic qualification is the culmination of an impressive career th…

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Veterans Incorprated has more services for Veterans and their families than any group I have previously interviewed. So many that this will be part one and after hearing it you will want to tune in for ... 16:35

2M ago16:35

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Ray Carville, Public Affairs Manager, Veterans Inc. is an excellent spokesman for this all-inclusive one-stop shop. If they don’t have a solution for a veteran's problem they will work to find a contact in the veteran's area of need and then rather than just giving the vet another number to call they will make the call and stay on the line until an…

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101. Precursor to Victory: Understanding the Operational Environment with Mr. Ian Sullivan 37:30

2M ago37:30

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[Editor’s Note: Army Mad Scientist is pleased to publish its 500th post! Since its inception on 09 November 2017, the Mad Scientist Laboratory has continuously sought to explore the Operational Environment (OE) and the changing character of warfare on behalf of the U.S. Army. Given this enduring mission, it’s fitting that this milestone post featur…

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Episode 193 Curt Newport Recovery Diver and Author 1:19:26

2M ago1:19:26

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In this episode of The Real ResQ, host Jason Quinn is joined by Curt Newport, a deep ocean search and recovery expert in salvaging wreckage from underwater incidents. Newport discusses his background growing up in a military family and how he got into diving and deep water recovery. He recounts his first salvage operation after Air India Flight 182…

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Todays Podcast is a little different. Today we take up the case for better treatment of our furry veterans who save many lives but receive no benefits when they retire, the USA War Dog. 18:03

2M ago18:03

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Chris Willingham, President of the US War Dogs Association, is a combat veteran, a dog handler, and a huge proponent for war dogs, especially how these valuable combat veterans need to be treated upon their retirement. With that said it should be noted that furry veterans get no help from the VA or any other government agency so medicines and surgi…

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Episode 192 John Whiddon U.S. Coast Guard Pilot (Ret) 1:22:59

2M ago1:22:59

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In this episode of The Real ResQ, host Jason Quinn is joined by John Whiddon, a former United States Coast Guard pilot. Whiddon shares experiences and stories from his career. He talks about his journey to becoming a pilot and the training that he received from experienced veterans. He recounts his first rescue as a pilot, which involved the famous…

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How the Army Got Its Own “Bone Marrow Guy” 29:10

2M ago29:10

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In the summer of 2021, SPC Christian Sutton reluctantly attended a punk rock concert and was intrigued by a bone marrow registration table there. Inspired, he created Operation Ring the Bell, a series of donor drive events that has taken place at multiple Army bases and led to thousands of new possible bone marrow donors—and saved lives. Hosts LTG …

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Here is part 4 for our series on the Veterans Treatment Court. Learn the part that the Judge Scionti plays in turning the lives around of our Veterans.ode 18:36

2M ago18:36

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Judge Michael Scionti, Florida State Judicial District 13, Veterans Treatment Court. Each of the programs this month will be in some way connected to the Florida Judicial District 13 Veterans Treatment Court. This court is a model for the national program approved by Congress to set up courts that work to recover veterans who have come into conflic…

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Episode 191 Sean Daniell - Canadian SAR Tech #529 2:43:53

2M ago2:43:53

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In this episode of The Real ResQ, host Jason Quinn is joined by Sean Daniell, a Canadian SARTech (search-and-rescue technician). They discuss Daniell’s background, his training as a SARTech, and some of the intense experiences he has had in the field. Daniell shares stories of rescues, survival training, and his work as a paramedic. He highlights t…

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Here is part 3 for our series on the Veterans Treatment Court. Learn the part that the Public Defender plays in turning the lives around of our Veterans. 15:21

2M ago15:21

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Each of the programs this month will be in some way connected to the Florida Judicial District 13 Veterans Treatment Court. This court is a model for the national program approved by Congress to set up courts that work to recover veterans who have come into conflict with the law. This, the third of these programs, highlights the actions of our coun…

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Here is part 2 for our series on the Veterans Treatment Court. Learn the part that the Prosicutor plays in turning the lives around of our Veterans. 17:31

3M ago17:31

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Here is the second of our four-part program on how we can salvage the lives of vets who find themselves in conflict with the law. Each of the programs this month will be in some way connected to the Florida Judicial District 13 Veterans Treatment Court. This court is a model for the national program approved by Congress to set up courts that work t…

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100. The Dictator's Dream: A Conversation with COL John Antal (USA-Ret.) 52:41

3M ago52:41

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[Editor’s Note: Last week’s Mad Scientist Laboratory blog post featured a timely “what if?” nightmare scenario by COL John Antal (USA-Ret.), set in a not-too-distant-future — imagining an Operational Environment where today’s National Defense Strategy threat members, colluding as a coalition of autocracies, launched simultaneous surprise strikes ag…

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Episode 190 Luke Johnson U.S. Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer #766 1:21:01

3M ago1:21:01

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In this episode of The Real ResQ, host Jason Quinn is joined by Luke Johnson, U.S. Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer #766. Johnson shares many of his experiences and rescues. While stationed in Puerto Rico, he recounts a rescue mission involving 34 illegal immigrants, who had been abandoned by smugglers on Isla Monito. Johnson also describes a cruise ship…

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From West Point to Stanford to Miss USA 34:05

3M ago34:05

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2LT Alma Cooper will be representing Michigan at the Miss USA Pageant this August, but she’s definitely NOT your traditional contestant. A 2023 graduate of West Point, she is a Knight-Hennessy Scholar currently completing a graduate degree in data-science at Stanford University, focusing on body mass index research that could aid the Army’s recruit…

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Here is a successful program that will not only benefit our taxpayers but more importantly change the lives of some of our most challenged veterans - Veterans Treatment Court 17:17

3M ago17:17

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Here is the first of our four-part article on how we can salvage the lives of vets who find themselves in conflict with the law. Each of the programs this month will be in some way connected to the Florida Judicial District 13 Veterans Treatment Court. This court is a model for the national program approved by congress to set up courts that work to…

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Episode 189 [Full] Harry Knight USN Rescue Swimmer and Volunteer EMT in Maryland 1:57:05

3M ago1:57:05

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In this episode of The Real ResQ, host Jason Quinn is joined once again by Harry Knight, former Navy Rescue Swimmer. In this part of the conversation, Jason and Harry discuss Harry's passion for CPR and his extensive volunteer work. Harry shares his personal experiences with CPR and how it has made a significant impact on people's lives. He also ta…

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Episode 188 [Full] Ryan Beard, U.S. Coast Guard Flight Mech 1:40:37

3M ago1:40:37

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In this episode of The Real ResQ, host Jason Quinn is joined by Ryan Beard, a flight mechanic in the United States Coast Guard. Beard recounts his first rescue mission, where he and his crew saved two sailors whose sailboat had run aground on the Galveston, Texas, jetty. This successful rescue earned him an achievement medal and the USCG District 8…

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How Lieutenant Dan Continues to Help the Army 35:17

3M ago35:17

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Thirty years ago, audiences around the world were introduced to Forrest Gump and his Army commander, Lieutenant Dan Taylor. For Gary Sinise, who played Lt. Dan, it was not only a major moment in his acting career but also in his relationship with the Army and the military. Since then, he’s raised millions of dollars for veterans, met with Wounded W…

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ASTerisk - The Danish Rescue Swimmers In-Person from EURORSA 2024 50:18

3M ago50:18

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In this ASTerisk episode of The Real ResQ, host Jason Quinn is Live from EURORSA 2024. He sits down with Jesper Rintza and Martin Ravn, two rescue swimmers from the Danish Royal Air Force. They give an insider's perspective, discussing how they do the job of a Rescue Swimmer. First, both Rintza and Ravn tell a memorable rescue that stands out to ea…

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VA Research, finding cures for today and hope for tomorrow. Tune in and hear about this effort to continue to be a world class research organization. 17:34

3M ago17:34

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Dr. Grant Huang, Deputy Chief Research and Development Officer for the Veterans Administration. Are you curious as to the type of research the VA is doing behind the scenes to ensure you will get the best treatment in the future? Dr. Huang shares with us the recent awards the VA Office of Research and Development has received and how that research …

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ASTerisk - Five of the First Six USCG Rescue Swimmers 1:36:45

4M ago1:36:45

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In this ASTerisk episode of The Real ResQ, host Jason Quinn is LIVE from DECERT 2024. He is joined by five of the first six U.S. Coast Guard rescue swimmers: Steve Ober (01), Kelly Gordon (02), Rick Woolford (03), Butch Flythe (05), and Larry Farmer (06). This historic gathering brings together the pioneers who laid the foundation for the Coast Gua…

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Leave No Soldier Behind: Part II 33:20

4M ago33:20

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It’s a simple yet powerful creed: “Leave no Soldier behind.” At the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA), every single employee takes this to heart and spends their days trying to find and identify the remains of American Soldiers who have been lost overseas. In this emotional second episode of a two-part series on the DPAA, we speak to researc…

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There is more than one place to look for PTSD care and it doesn't have to be expensive.Listen in to see how help maybe as close as a phone call away. 16:59

4M ago16:59

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David Maulsby, Founder and Exec. Dir. of PTSD Foundation of America | PTSD has had many names. The number of deaths to PTSD-related disease is still too high. Fortunately, we are finally beginning to take this debilitating mental problem seriously. Listen in to hear what the PTSD Foundation of America is doing to apply innovative treatment programs…

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ASTerisk - Dr. Taylor Ratcliff, Associate Medical Director, and Brandon Solomon, Paramedic, Hoist Operator, and Rescue Specialist, at Travis County StarFlight in Texas Discuss Patient Rapid Cooling 52:27

4M ago52:27

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In this ASTerisk episode of The Real ResQ, host Jason Quinn is joined by the team from Travis County Starflight, Texas - Dr. Taylor Ratcliff, Associate Medical Director, and Brandon Solomon, Flight Paramedic, Hoist Operator, and Rescue Specialist. As we kick off the summer season, we explore the innovative techniques developed by Travis County Star…

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Episode 187 [Full] Martin Lehmann, Denmark Rescue Swimmer from the Danish Air Force, Rescue Squadron 722 1:09:13

4M ago1:09:13

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In this episode of The Real ResQ, host Jason Quinn is joined by Martin Lehmann, Danish Air Force Rescue Swimmer from Rescue Squadron 722. Martin shares thrilling accounts of his missions, starting with his first, where he was still in the qualification phase and was hoisted into the bush to retrieve an elderly man. He vividly recalls rescuing two c…

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VA Pallative Care, what is it and how can it affect you and your family. 18:17

4M ago18:17

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Dr. Scott Shreve, VA Nat. Dir. Palliative and Hospice Care and Ryan Weller Nat. Program Mgr. | The VA hospitals have one of the most extensive Palliative care programs in the country. Because most of us have no idea what palliative care is, this broadcast will endeavor to explain what it is and how it can affect your family. Our library of shows ca…

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Leave No Soldier Behind: Part I 33:31

4M ago33:31

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In September 2021, Medal of Honor recipient Father Emil Kapaun was finally buried near his Kansas home, seventy years after his death in a North Korean POW camp. It took years of research and work to discover and identify his remains, and it was the work of the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) that made it all possible. This group of resear…

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Episode 186 [Full] Larry Farmer, USCG Rescue Swimmer #06 2:28:22

4M ago2:28:22

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In this episode of The Real ResQ, host Jason Quinn is joined by Larry Farmer, United States Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer 06. Farmer, the godfather of the United States Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer Program, shares his journey from joining the Coast Guard to becoming an Aviation Survivalman (ASM) and what it took to help build the Swimmer program. He tal…

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