Oscar Mike Radio 482 Deputy Secretary Andrea-Gayle Bennett

In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I sit down with Dr. Andrea-Gayle Bennett, Deputy Secretary of the Executive Office of Veteran Services for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and retired Brigadier General, in honor of Black History Month. We have an important conversation about the vital contributions of Black veterans here in Massachusetts. We reflect on the legacy of trailblazers like Marvin Gilmore and highlight the leadership of changemakers such as Nicole McClain and Catherine King. This episode is about more than history; it’s about responsibility. We talk about why these stories must be told, shared, and preserved. By elevating the voices and experiences of Black veterans, we help educate the public, promote inclusion, and strengthen advocacy for equity, recognition, and opportunity within both the military and veteran communities. These conversations matter. And I’m honored to help bring them forward. Go to https://www.mass.gov/.../executive-office-of-veterans... to learn more about how Veterans are served in Massachusetts. Thank you, Deputy Secretary, for talking with me!