Oscar Mike Radio
by Oscar Mike Radio
Travis Partington hosts Oscar Mike Radio, a long-running podcast that shares the stories of military service members and veterans. Now in its eighth year and with over 440 episodes, Oscar Mike Radio continues to amplify the voices of those who serve and have served.Travis also serves on the Veterans Advisory Council for the Town of Abington, Massachusetts. He partners with Adam Gunn, Director of Veterans’ Services, to co-host Abington Veterans Muster, a community television program that connects veterans and residents with valuable resources and services. Learn more at www.oscarmikeradio.com
Episodes
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Oscar Mike Radio – 515 - Dr. Caroline Wilkerson - Vielight
In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I spoke with Navy veteran and acupuncture doctor Caroline Wilkerson about her journey with photobiomodulation, a therapy using red and near-infrared light. Caroline shared how, during a year of acupuncture and light-device use, a patient’s MRI showed no new...
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Oscar Mike Radio - 514 - Jim Whaley - Mission Roll Call
In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I spoke with Jim Whaley, an Army aviation veteran who spent 20 years flying Hueys and Black Hawks before moving into corporate communications and veteran advocacy with Mission Roll Call. Jim explained how Mission Roll Call uses nonpartisan surveys to bring...
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Oscar Mike Radio – 513 - Joanne Frederick - Government Market Strategies
In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I spoke with Joanne Frederick of Government Market Strategies about the challenges facing military healthcare and her vision for modernizing TRICARE.Joanne shared why she believes the system needs reform, how military and VA healthcare remain separate, and how...
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Oscar Mike Radio Special - Erica Whitney Benefit for BKVF
In this Oscar Mike Radio Special, I spoke with Nashville singer-songwriter Erica Whitney about how her family's military service inspired her to support Brother's Keeper Veterans Foundation, which provides ongoing support to veterans. Erica shared her passion for music, the excitement of…
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Oscar Mike Radio – 512 – John Mollison – History Is Nutritious
In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I spoke with master storyteller and artist John Mollison. Thank you to Ben Buehler-Garcia of American Warrior Radio for making the connection. John shared a moment that captures why his work matters. After watching his film about her veteran husband, a wife…
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Military Voices A.I. National Military Podcast Day
I was live from The Podcast Marathon on MilitaryVoices.ai with host Enrique Acosta Gonzalez. Thank you, Riccoh Player, for this opportunity!
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Oscar Mike Radio – 511 – Cary Sparrow – WageScapes
In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I spoke with Cary Sparrow, a Navy submarine veteran who brought his military experience into entrepreneurship. Cary shared his journey from operating nuclear submarines to founding WageScape, a company that collects and normalizes global labor-market data from...
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Oscar Mike Radio – 510 – Mike Klein for Congress
In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I spoke with Army veteran Mike Klein, an independent candidate for Florida’s 3rd Congressional District. Mike shared his journey from West Point to serving in Operation Desert Storm and how his military experiences shaped his views on war and public service.…
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Oscar Mike Radio Special - Michael Waskewich Jr. - Frontline Tastings Tampa
In this special edition of Oscar Mike Radio, I spoke with Army veteran Michael Waskewich Jr., founder of C.R.A.F.T., the Coalition to Represent American Flavor & Tradition, a national nonprofit supporting the veteran and first-responder craft beverage community. Michael shared his journey into…
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Oscar Mike Radio – 509 – Heroes on the Water
In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I took the show on theroad to Danbury, Connecticut, to broadcast live from a Heroes on the Waterevent and see firsthand how kayak fishing is helping veterans and first responders. I spoke with founder Josh Stanwitz and members of the Heroes on the Water team...
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Oscar Mike Radio – 508 – Neil Adams - FROM THE PILE: A 9-11 First Responder's Story
In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I had the privilege of speaking with Neil Adams, author of From the Pile, a book that honors the life and legacy of his friend Michael Dorian, a 9/11 first responder whose story reminds us that courage and service can take many forms. Michael was HIV-positive...
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Oscar Mike Radio – 507 – Lauren Burns and Don Feeney – Stolen
This episode of Oscar Mike Radio features returning guestLauren Burns, joined by a very special guest: former Delta Force operator Don Feeney. Lauren's incredible story began when she was kidnapped as a child from Dallas and taken to Jordan, an experience that profoundly affected her life. After...
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Oscar Mike Radio – 506 – Micah Taylor – Hire Heroes USA
In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I sit down with MicahTaylor, a retired Air National Guard veteran and Program Director at Hire Heroes USA, to talk about one of the biggest challenges service members face: figuring out what comes next after the uniform. Micah shares her own military journey,...
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Oscar Mike Radio - 505 – Greg Potapenko – Tactical Snacks
I met Greg Potapenko at Military Creator Con 2026. HisTactical Snack Packs were key to getting through the long days, and I wanted to learn more. Greg is a Canadian Army veteran and founder of TacticalSnacks. He talks with me about military service, entrepreneurship, and what happens when you…
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Oscar Mike Radio 504 – Bill Brett & Paul Doyle – Boston Veterans Appreciation
I had the privilege of sitting down with PulitzerPrize-winning Boston Globe photographer Bill Brett and artist and poet Paul Doyle to talk about their incredible collaboration, Boston Veterans Appreciation. This book is more than a collection of photographs. It is atribute to the men and women…
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Oscar Mike Radio 503 – Julie Austin – Dog Tags to Ownership
I talk with retired U.S. Army Officer Julie Austin aboutleadership, transition, and the next mission many veterans choose after military service: entrepreneurship. Julie served our nation for 20 years, carrying on a proudmilitary family legacy. She shares her journey from being a reluctant ROTC...
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Oscar Mike Radio – 502 – Justin Jordan – Warriors Heart
In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I sit down with AirForce veteran Justin Jordan to talk about 20 years of military service, the invisible wounds he carried home, and how his journey toward healing became a mission to help other warriors. During his Air Force career, Justin served in...
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Oscar Mike Radio - 501 - Lena Rodriguez - Miss Veteran America
In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I sit down with Lena Rodriguez, a retired U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer 3, to discuss her remarkable journey of service, transition, andongoing advocacy for the veteran community. Lena shares how she went from a challenging upbringing in Utah to building a...
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Oscar Mike Radio 500 – Mistress Carrie and Rolling Thunder MA Chapter 2
The show began with my longtime friend and supporter,Mistress Carrie. A media professional with decades of experience in radio, music, production, and podcasting, Carrie has appeared on every 100th episode of Oscar Mike Radio. We met at the USMC Scout Sniper Association Skydive Eventat Jumptown…
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Oscar Mike Radio – 499 – VA Boston/Brockton Veterans’ Expo
In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I broadcast live from the Veterans Expo in Brockton, Massachusetts, bringing you inside one of the region's premier events connecting veterans with the services and support they've earned. Using drone footage and on-site interviews, I captured not only the...
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Oscar Mike Radio – 498 – Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn - Everyone Matters
In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I had the opportunityto sit down with Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn at Boston City Hall for an important conversation about serving those who have served our country. As a Navy veteran and disabled veteran himself, Ed shares why he has made it a priority to...
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Oscar Mike Radio - 497 – Tammy Harrington – TNT Pin Co.
In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I reconnect with myfirst Marine Corps sister, Tammy Harrington. Tammy and I go way back to our days as Hawk missile operators in one of the last classes before the MOS was phased out, and it was great to sit down and reflect on the experiences that helped…
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Oscar Mike Radio – 496- Gloria Nesloney – Healing Truth
In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I had the honor ofspeaking with fellow Marine veteran Gloria Nesloney, whose story is one of resilience, faith, healing, and purpose. Gloria shared her journey from military service through someof the most difficult challenges a veteran can face, including…
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Oscar Mike Radio – 495 - Anne Marie Dougherty - The Bob Woodruff Foundation
In Episode 495 of Oscar Mike Radio, I had the privilege ofspeaking with Anne Marie Dougherty, CEO of the Bob Woodruff Foundation, an organization dedicated to ensuring that veterans, service members, and their families have the resources and support they deserve. Anne Marie shared her personal...
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494 – Brendan Kelly - The Echo of Silence
In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I had the privilege of speaking with Brendan Kelly, an Army veteran whose 22 years of service took him from Air Defense Artillery to recruiting and ultimately to a new mission as an author. Brendan shared his military journey, the lessons he learnedwhile...
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493 – Yadi Caro – Hardcore Soft Skills
In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I sat down with YadiCaro, a communications expert with nearly 18 years of experience supporting U.S. military organizations around the world. Yadi shared powerful insights into what truly makes teams successful, from creating psychological safety…
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Memorial Day 2026
Around every Memorial Day, I make my way to Mount VernonCemetery in Abington with a cigar in hand and a heavy sense of gratitude. It’sbecome a personal ritual for me. One rooted in remembrance, reflection, andrespect for the Marines and service members who never made it home or whocarried burdens...
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Oscar Mike Radio – 492 – Carol Whitmore – VFW Commander in Chief
In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I had the honor ofspeaking with Carol Whitmore, the first female and first Iowan Commander-in-Chief of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Carol shared her incredible 36-year military journey, from serving as an Army nurse to deploying as an Iraq War veteran…
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Oscar Mike Radio – 491 – Anna Redmond – Braav
In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I sit down with Anna Redman, founder of Braav, to talk about a uniquemission that blends technology, storytelling, and military tradition. Anna shares her journey from Harvard and venture capital into the world of physical security entrepreneurship, where she...
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Oscar Mike Radio – 490 – Dr. Carla Stumpf - Patton – TAPS
In this episode of "Oscar Mike Radio," I speakwith Dr. Carla Stumpf-Patton, Vice President of Suicide Prevention at TAPS (TragedyAssistance Program for Survivors). Dr. Stumpf-Patton shares her personal story of losing her husband, who served in the Marine Corps, tosuicide and discusses her work...
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Honoring Joel “H Train” Hunt with the Mission in Flight Award
In this special episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I had the honorof presenting the second annual Mission and Flight Award to Joel Hunt, better known as “H Train,” founder of Military Broadcast Radio. This award recognizes individuals who go above and beyond in ervice to the veteran community, and Joel...
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Oscar Mike Radio – Special Edition – Joseph “JJ’ Millett – Part 4
In part four of my Oscar Mike Radio series on J.J. Millett,I sit down with Chad Abbott, J.J.’s former platoon mate in the Vermont Army National Guard. Chad shares his firsthand perspective, describing J.J. as a calm, kindhearted veteran who served honorably in Afghanistan and always lookedout for...
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Oscar Mike Radio – 489 – Jameson Buckley - Outwrite AI at MCC 2026
In this special Military Creator Con 2026 edition of OscarMike Radio, I sit down with Jameson Buckley, co-founder of Lead Spot (https://lead-spot.net/) and Outwrite.AI (https://outwrite.ai/). Jameson shares how he helped build a family-driven businessalongside his father, Eric, and brother…
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Oscar Mike Radio – Special Edition – Joseph “JJ’ Millett – Part 3
In part three of my Oscar Mike Radio series on J.J.Millett, I sit down with his aunt, Emily Wheeler, to share a story that demands attention and action. Emily describes J.J. as a kind, respectful Army National Guard veteran who served in Afghanistan and later battled PTSD after returning home. We...
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Oscar Mike Radio – 488 – Robin Johnson – MCC 2026
In this special Military Creator Con 2026 episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I sit down with Robin Johnson, a retired Army Lieutenant Colonel who made the bold transition from 20 years of military service to the stand-up comedy stage. In our conversation, Robin shares what it was really like to retire…
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Oscar Mike Radio – Special Edition – Joseph “JJ’ Millett – Part 2
In this emotional episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I sit down with Elizabeth Dubois, a homeland security expert and cousin of Army National Guard veteran JJ Millet. We share a deeply emotional and urgent conversation about JJ’s case, where he now faces domestic terrorism charges after a psychiatric...
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Oscar Mike Radio – 487 – Brian Howson – Project Purple
This episode of Oscar Mike Radio is dedicated to the memoryof Jessie Liu and Justin Gingeleskie. Both faced pancreatic cancer with incredible strength. While they lost their battle, their lives and courage remind us to keep fighting, for ourselves and others. 💜 In this episode, I talk with my...
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Oscar Mike Radio – Special Edition – Joseph “JJ’ Millett – Part 1
This episode of Oscar Mike Radio is one of the most personaland emotional conversations I’ve had. I sat down with Courtney Millett to talk about her brother,Joseph “JJ” Millett, not as a headline, not as a court case, but as a human being. A brother. A veteran. Someone who served his country and...
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Oscar Mike Radio – 486 – Military Creator Con 2026
This one means a lot to me. I had the chance to sit down with James and Marah VanProoyen, the powerhouse couple behind Military Creator Con. This conversationwas something special. If you’re an active-duty service member, veteran, spouse, orcreative who wants to turn your passion into something...
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Oscar Mike Radio – 485 – Ben Read – Redeployable.io
This week on Oscar Mike Radio, I’m joined by my third guestfrom the United Kingdom, Ben Reed. Ben was a British Army veteran who served as a Rotary Wing Technician. Ben shares insights from his 12-year military career working on helicopters, his transition into the civilian workforce, and...
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Oscar Mike Radio – 484 – Marie – SliderBabe
In this episode of "Oscar Mike Radio," I talk with Marie Henriksen, a former U.S. Army combat medic. Marie shares her journey through military service, trauma, addiction, and recovery, highlighting her nearly nine years of sobriety. She discusses how creativity, through poetry, photography, and...
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483 – P.K. Edgewater – Passages
In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, host Travis Partington interviews P.K. Edgewater, a veteran, author, and teacher, about his family’s remarkable military legacy and his novel, Passages. PK discusses the psycho-emotional impact of war, the challenges Vietnam veterans faced, and how his book...
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Oscar Mike Radio – 482 – Deputy Secretary Andrea-Gayle Bennett - EOVS
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...
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Oscar Mike Radio – 481 – Harlem Hellfighters
Note: This episode draws extensively from the article byElizabeth De Pompei for Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Magazine (https://digital.dav.org/publication/?i=858943&p=20&view=issueViewer). Her research significantly informed this podcast, and select excerpts arequoted herein. I wish to…
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Oscar Mike Radio - 480 - The Massachusetts 54th Memorial
In episode 480 of Oscar Mike Radio, host Travis honors Black History Month by reflecting on the Robert Gould Shaw and 54th Massachusetts Regiment Memorial in Boston. He discusses the legacy of the 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment, the first officially recognized African American combat unit…
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Oscar Mike Radio - 479 – Will Person – One Man with an HBOT Chamber
I talked with Olympic bobsledder Will Person for a powerfuland eye-opening conversation about brain injury, chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), and the search for healing after years of elite competition. Will opens up about his personal battle with brain trauma,including cognitive decline,...
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Oscar Mike Radio – 477 - Joe Yurick – The Sober Vet Podcast
In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I sit down with Army veteran Joseph Yurick , host of The Sober Vet Podcast. As a fellow air defense artillery veteran, we talk openly about our shared experiences in the military, the realities of military life, and the deeply ingrained culture of alcohol…
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Oscar Mike Radio – 478 – Lance A. Slatton – All Home Care Matters
In this milestone episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I welcomeback Lance A. Slatton, founder of All Home Care Matters. We discuss his personal journey into geriatric and home care, which began with caring for his grandparents and later his father. Our conversation dives into the real challenges...
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Oscar Mike Radio – 476 – Ryan McDermott – Downriver
It was exciting to sit down with Army veteran, writer, andpoet Ryan McDermott to talk about his memoir, Down Downriver: A Memoir of a Warrior Poet. Ryan shares his journey from a challenging upbringing to WestPoint, his experiences as a platoon leader during and after 9/11, and the emotional toll...
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Oscar Mike Radio – 475 – Steven Grayhm – Sheepdog
In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I sit down with filmmaker Stephen Grayhm to talk about his new movie, Sheepdog. Stephen shares how his Grandfather’s WWII service and a chance encounter with a veteran inspired him to tell veterans’ stories and focus on post-traumatic growth authentically. We...
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Travis Partington hosts Oscar Mike Radio, a long-running podcast that shares the stories of military service members and veterans. Now in its eighth year and with over 440 episodes, Oscar Mike Radio continues to amplify the voices of those who serve and have served.Travis also serves on the Veterans Advisory Council for the Town of Abington, Massachusetts. He partners with Adam Gunn, Director of Veterans’ Services, to co-host Abington Veterans Muster, a community television program that connects veterans and residents with valuable resources and services. Learn more at www.oscarmikeradio.com
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