Our Veterans Voice Radio Show

Our Veterans Voice producer Cindy was in our nation's capitol for the fair! State booths, U.S. Departments, American Inventions, along with some really cool Harley-Davidson motor cycles, SpaceX, a contest featuring artwork from our nation's school children, together with red, white, and blue popcorn and a free American flag to take home created a 250 birthday celebration for all Americans to behold. Neighbors meeting neighbors, musical talent, ice-cold water and smiles and commaraderie abounded. Topped off by WWII veterans reliving their great American stories helping our country keep to its principals and freedom in tact. GOD Bless America! 

Our Veterans Voice producer Cindy was in our nation's capitol for the fair! State booths, U.S. Departments, American Inventions, along with some really cool Harley-Davidson motor cycles, SpaceX, a contest featuring artwork from our nation's school children, together with red, white, and blue popcorn and a free American flag to take home created a 250 birthday celebration for all Americans to behold. Neighbors meeting neighbors, musical talent, ice-cold water and smiles and commaraderie abounded. Topped off by WWII veterans reliving their great American stories helping our country keep to its principals and freedom in tact. GOD Bless America! 

What would the fore-fathers think of how we have kept our nation going? Would they think we carried on their mission? As we celebrate America's 250th birthday let's all be proud of our accomplishments.

What would the fore-fathers think of how we have kept our nation going? Would they think we carried on their mission? As we celebrate America's 250th birthday let's all be proud of our accomplishments. 

Ralph Oko gives us insight on our American flag. Stars and Stripes has quite the history and education. 

Ralph Oko gives us insight on the Stars and Stripes. Our flag.

The year 1861 was the start of America's air force. Balloon power was revolutionized by T.S.C. Lowe because he added instant telegraph communication onboard. President Lincoln was at the White Hous as Lowe flew 500 feet above sending down an instant message to the President. The first Battle of Bull Run gained military intelligence and observation with the first aerial balloon during U.S. wartime. It would be nearly 80 years afterward that the U.S. gained military supremacy with wartime balloons. The hiccup between scientist and military was what kept the two from aligning sooner. By WWII the U.S. military incorporated balloons at a wartime pinacle. 

The year 1861 was the start of America's air force. Balloon power was revolutionized by T.S.C. Lowe because he added instant telegraph communication onboard. President Lincoln was at the White Hous as Lowe flew 500 feet above sending down an instant message to the President. The first Battle of Bull Run gained military intelligence and observation with the first aerial balloon during U.S. wartime. It would be nearly 80 years afterward that the U.S. gained military supremacy with wartime balloons. The hiccup between scientist and military was what kept the two from aligning sooner. By WWII the U.S. military incorporated balloons at a wartime pinacle. 

D-Day, on June 6 1944, is one of the most orchestrated assualts in military history. For a year and a half the allied nations, under the Supreme Command of General Dwight Eisenhower, planned the invasion. A lone meteorologist met with General Eisenhower to pinpoint THE exact day and time frame to attack. Ten thousand plus soliders lost their lives storming the beaches of Normandy. The assault against Germany came as a surprise! All along, radio communications were purposely sent to trick the enemy. French Resistance also fought with subterfuge plots to knock out German resistance. 

D-Day, on June 6 1944, is one of the most orchestrated assualts in military history. For a year and a half the allied nations, under the Supreme Command of General Dwight Eisenhower, planned the invasion. A lone meteorologist met with General Eisenhower to pinpoint THE exact day and time frame to attack. Ten thousand plus soliders lost their lives storming the beaches of Normandy. The assault against Germany came as a surprise! All along, radio communications were purposely sent to trick the enemy. French Resistance also fought with subterfuge plots to knock out German resistance. 

Host Ralph Oko and Susan Harris let us in on great stories of many of the Highwanymen (and woman) personal recollections. 

Host Ralph Oko and Susan Harris let us in on great stories of many of the Highwanymen (and woman) personal recollections. 

There are 26 artists in the Highwaymen group. Many of the paintings feature trees, landscape and outdoor scenes. Are they all visibly the same? Some people may quick look and think so, but if you really study each painting, each artist, you'll find their unique qualities. Perspective is what makes the originality. Brush or Pallet knife creates a 3D affect Some paintings were thought to be "yucky" yet, they sold in 24 hours! It's all in what you like. Enjoy! 

There are 26 artists in the Highwaymen group. Many of the paintings feature trees, landscape and outdoor scenes. Are they all visibly the same? Some people may quick look and think so, but if you really study each painting, each artist, you'll find their unique qualities. Perspective is what makes the originality. Brush or Pallet knife creates a 3D affect Some paintings were thought to be "yucky" yet, they sold in 24 hours! It's all in what you like. Enjoy! 

Memorial Day got its start at various towns and cities across the USA. Focusing on the respect and dignity shown to our fallen servicemen in the American Civil War. Originally labeled 'Decoration Day' - becasue graves were decorated with remembrances - it was later renamed 'Memorial Day' and given the distinction of timely honoring men and women who died in service to our country. May 30 was chosen as the day because no battles were fought on that day during the Civil War, later it was included in the "Monday Holiday Bill" and changed to the last Monday in May as the day to honor our fallen heros. 

Memorial Day got its start at various towns and cities across the USA. Focusing on the respect and dignity shown to our fallen servicemen in the American Civil War. Originally labeled 'Decoration Day' - becasue graves were decorated with remembrances - it was later renamed 'Memorial Day' and given the distinction of timely honoring men and women who died in service to our country. May 30 was chosen as the day because no battles were fought on that day during the Civil War, later it was included in the "Monday Holiday Bill" and changed to the last Monday in May as the day to honor our fallen heros. 

One of the 26 Highwaymen artists, Al Black was the infamous "Salesman." When he took over sales the paintings never got a chance to dry - they were sold so fast. As Ralph says, "Al could sell an overcoat to a mosquito in July." In the latter '90s,serving time in Florida prisons, Al Black painted murals on concrete walls. The other prisioners fiercely guarded his artwork. Al Black passed away May 12, 2025. 

One of the 26 Highwaymen artists, Al Black was the infamous "Salesman." When he took over sales the paintings never got a chance to dry - they were sold so fast. As Ralph says, "Al could sell an overcoat to a mosquito in July." In the latter '90s,serving time in Florida prisons, Al Black painted murals on concrete walls. The other prisioners fiercely guarded his artwork. Al Black passed away May 12, 2025. 

What can you do for the military? Making the decision to join a branch of the service very well could make you make the best decision of your life. The military has tons of benefits for enlistees and can point you in a direction that can shape your life going forward. 

What can you do for the military? Making the decision to join a branch of the service very well could make you make the best decision of your life. The military has tons of benefits for enlistees and can point you in a direction that can shape your life going forward. 

Frank Denton joins George and Ralph. Frank is owner of Bob's Shoe Repair. Specializing in leather goods and many other avenues of purses, boots, shoes, and whathaveyou, Frank can keep you stepping out in comfort and style. 

George Campos is talking bugs! Those pesky varments no one wants to put up with. From the Black Plague to today, including mosquitos, we have been harrassed. Now it's time to call 9-1-1 Pest Control to stop this invasion. 

"Don't Change That Dial!"  Larry Podwell joins Ralph for radio time. Larry spent 40+ years in the radio media calling it, "Theater of the Mind."  Mentioning iconic personalities the conversation schmoozes along. 

"Don't Change That Dial!"  Larry Podwell joins Ralph for radio time. Larry spent 40+ years in the radio media calling it, "Theater of the Mind."  Mentioning iconic personalities the conversation schmoozes along. 

After Pearl Harbor the forgotten Phillipines, Wake Island and Guam told a horricfic story of war atrocities. The Batan death march forced wounded, barely surviving US soldiers on a 65-mile march that killed over 550 solders. The horrors of war can never be explained, even today. 

After Pearl Harbor the forgotten Phillipines, Wake Island and Guam told a horricfic story of war atrocities. The Batan death march forced wounded, barely surviving US soldiers on a 65-mile march that killed over 550 solders. The horrors of war can never be explained, even today. 

Military transformation can make "men" out of bewildered boys. Both Chuck Norris and Bob Ross benefitted greatly by joining the US Air Force. They went on to be forefront in their chosen directions once they left military service. Norris learned martial arts whiile stationed in Japan. Ross started painting "happy little trees" while stationed in Fairbanks, Alaska. 

Military transformation can make "men" out of bewildered boys. Both Chuck Norris and Bob Ross benefitted greatly by joining the US Air Force. They went on to be forefront in their chosen directions once they left military service. Norris learned martial arts whiile stationed in Japan. Ross started painting "happy little trees" while stationed in Fairbanks, Alaska. 

Ralph reviews three books that have shared profound messages with him. Chris Boss - Never Split the Difference - Negotiating; Trevor Reed - Retrobution - The Russian Gulog and Ukraine; Gary Monroe - The Highwaymen. 

Ralph reviews three books that have shared profound messages with him. Chris Boss - Never Split the Difference - Negotiating; Trevor Reed - Retrobution - The Russian Gulog and Ukraine; Gary Monroe - The Highwaymen. 

When the gavel comes down - IT'S SOLD!  Bidding at an auction is a ton of fun. Please respect the written and unwritten rules making it a better business atmosphere for everyone. The auctioneer runs the show, and it's his or her discression to make exceptions and etc.  EBAY is the largest auction house in the world. 

When the gavel comes down - IT'S SOLD!  Bidding at an auction is a ton of fun. Please respect the written and unwritten rules making it a better business atmosphere for everyone. The auctioneer runs the show, and it's his or her discression to make exceptions and etc.  EBAY is the largest auction house in the world. 

Many Vietnam War movies told the soliders and the war in denegrating ways. Adjectives to describe the soldiders were nasty. But towards the end of the war these movies depicted a more honorary slant. John Wayne's "Green Berets" included. 

Many Vietnam War movies told the soliders and the war in denegrating ways. Adjectives to describe the soldiders were nasty. But towards the end of the war these movies depicted a more honorary slant. John Wayne's "Green Berets" included. 

Ralph talks about more of his friends, the Highwaymen artists. What does it mean to be an Original Highwaymen? A second generation? A legacy artist? 

Ralph talks about more of his friends, the Highwaymen artists. What does it mean to be an Original Highwaymen? A second generation? A legacy artist? 

In the Florida Artist Hall of Fame, 26 Highwaymen artists are inducted. They're called the "Original Highwaymen" artists. Their children who paint in the same style are labeled "Second Generation" Highwaymen artists. The third category of these artists are called "Legacy" Highwaymen. This category includes people taught by the Original artists.For the past 14+ years, Ralph Oko has personally known 15 of the Original artists. His stories of them are so special and uplifiting. He was intorduced to them via Susan Harris and through Jetson's yearly Highwaymen shows. John Jetson was forefront in supporting them as they were up and coming. 

In the Florida Artist Hall of Fame, 26 Highwaymen artists are inducted. They're called the "Original Highwaymen" artists. Their children who paint in the same style are labeled "Second Generation" Highwaymen artists. The third category of these artists are called "Legacy" Highwaymen. This category includes people taught by the Original artists.For the past 14+ years, Ralph Oko has personally known 15 of the Original artists. His stories of them are so special and uplifiting. He was intorduced to them via Susan Harris and through Jetson's yearly Highwaymen shows. John Jetson was forefront in supporting them as they were up and coming. 

The Annual Highwaymen Artists' Show at Jetson's in Ft. Pierce, Fla. was a resounding success. The day was a party that featured Legacy Artists and more, painting in person, selling their artwork, autographing and more. Feasting on BBQ, the famous Jetson's hot dogs, and more kept the crowd in a festive mood all day. WOW! Put this on your calendar for next January - the last Saturday. 

The Annual Highwaymen Artists' Show at Jetson's in Ft. Pierce, Fla. was a resounding success. The day was a party that featured Legacy Artists and more, painting in person, selling their artwork, autographing and more. Feasting on BBQ, the famous Jetson's hot dogs, and more kept the crowd in a festive mood all day. WOW! Put this on your calendar for next January - the last Saturday. 

WWII is the back drop of so many life-saving coincidences for the Oko Family. Palestine, England, Germany, Switzerland, and America play important parts of how life unfolds. Taking chances paid off, listening to advice, and making split decisions did too.

WWII is the back drop of so many life-saving coincidences for the Oko Family. Palestine, England, Germany, Switzerland, and America play important parts of how life unfolds. Taking chances paid off, listening to advice, and making split decisions did too.

Greenland's role in World War II is significant due to its semi-autonomous status and U.S. military presence. The narrative explores diplomatic efforts, the Coast Guard's involvement, and military agreements that established U.S. control. Historical attempts to purchase Greenland by figures like Seward and Truman are noted. The discussion also highlights Greenland's military and weather forecasting importance, alongside the U.S.-Denmark relationship and veteran support.

Greenland and Iceland hold rich historical and geographical significance. The naming of these regions is explored, along with the critical role of Greenland's ice sheet. Weather intelligence during World War II is highlighted, showcasing its impact on military operations. Personal anecdotes about family history, particularly regarding Jewish heritage, add depth to the narrative, emphasizing the strategic importance of Greenland in European settlement and military strategy.

Kathy Paget shares her journey from Panama City to Vero Beach and her entry into the jewelry business. She founded Veranda Fine Jewelry to fill a gap in designer offerings. Paget discusses current trends, including the rise of old mine diamonds and vintage pieces, and her preference for paper calendars. She expresses gratitude for support and acknowledges areas for improvement.

Author Lyn Kenney delved into the plight and histtory of women being excluded from Rotary International. This is true for other benevolent organizations. A Supreme Court hearing allowed women in California to join. Now the walls came tumbling down for similar exclusivity in male-dominated organizations.

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Twenty five artists will be at this Jetson Highwaymen Show on January 31, 2026 from 11am to 3pm. 4145 South US1 Hwy Ft. Pierce, Florida. Free hot dogs!

Twenty five artists will be at this Jetson Highwaymen Show on January 31, 2026 from 11am to 3pm. 4145 South US1 Hwy Ft. Pierce, Florida. Free hot dogs!