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The Media Cynic

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The Media Cynic is a platform designed to be an open and respectful forum where The American Legion Family Members can engage in a variety of topics that centers around the use of Media and Communications. New episodes air every Saturday with host, Dave Wallace, Department of Virginia's Media and Communications Chair.

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Episodes

  1. The COVID-19 Discussion

    The Media Cynic returns for Season 2, episode 1. The host delivers a discussion about COVID-19 to include misinformation on social media platforms; highlighted questions and answers from CDC and WHO and teleconferencing platform suggestions to help stay connected with your membership.

  2. Episode 19: Junior SAL Member Runs for Children with Cancer

    In this episode of The Media Cynic, the host interviews Junior SAL member Matteo and his Father Brandon about Matteo’s goal of running 100 miles and raising $50,000 towards helping kids in treatment stay connected to their classroom through technology.

  3. Episode 18: Grasping the Legion by the Handlebars

    In this episode, “The Media Cynic” sits down with Bob Wallace, The American Legion Rider Director for the Department of New York. Bob provides some insight about what it means to be a Legion Rider, shares their purpose and why he’s inspired to be part of this Legion Family entity.

  4. Episode 17: From Darkness To Light - An Interview with Iraq War Veteran Sarah Lee

    This interview was inspired by the September 2019 Legion Magazine article written about Iraq War Veteran Sarah Lee and her cross-country discovery ride that literally saved her life. Her four thousand plus mile journey not only well helped her create a new purpose for herself, it also helped her...

  5. Episode 16: Celebrating 75 Years of the G.I. Bill

    In this episode of “The Media Cynic” the host speaks about the G.I. Bill on the day of its 75th Anniversary. Listen in to some interesting facts and statistics of what this legislation has done for the economy as well as a brief history lesson of how it came to be.

  6. Episode 15: Utah’s First All-Female Honor Flight

    This week’s podcast was inspired by a meeting of the Mission 33 Utah Honor Flight, Utah’s first all-female Honor Flight, who arrived in Washington, DC, on the 75th Anniversary of D-Day. Listen to Bobbye Moore’s emotional story of her service as a Nurse in the Air Force and what going to the…

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  7. Episode 14: The Making of an All-Female Veteran Post

    In this latest installment of “The Media Cynic” the host interviews Past Department Commander of Colorado Terri Clinton. They begin with a brief introduction, speaks about a special event for this Memorial Day weekend and about her involvement in forming a second all-female veteran post within…

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  8. Episode 13: Suicide Prevention: The Legion’s Top Priority

    In this episode of “The Media Cynic” the host discusses The American Legion’s top priority: Suicide Prevention. He provides information regarding their Suicide Prevention Program and a recent survey to aide in reducing veteran suicides. The host also talks about additional transition support as a...

  9. Episode 12: Boy Scouts to Scouts BSA: A Conversation

    In this episode the host delivers a conversation that centers around the inclusion of Girls into the organization formerly known as the Boy Scouts of America. Listen to the comments, both positive and negative, about its impact from their perspective. Please note: The opinions shared in this...

  10. Episode 11: Membership Engagement

    In this episode of “The Media Cynic” the host talks about Membership Engagement and why he feels that is the key to membership retention and membership growth.

  11. Episode 10: Department Historian and the Creation of a History Museum

    In this episode, the host of “The Media Cynic” sits down with the Department of Virginia’s Historian Jon Hatfield. Jon begins their discussion with his “why” he joined The American Legion. He continues speaking about his time as the Executive Director at the Virginia War Memorial and his new...

  12. Episode 9: Why Join NALPA?

    Have you heard about the National American Legion Press Association (NALPA)? If not, then this is the episode for you! Listen in as Past NALPA President Mark Sutton speaks about his tenure in the association, his experience when he served as NALPA President and the “why” one should be a member...

  13. Episode 8: Student Veteran-Led Legion Posts

    Not every post in The American Legion are the same and there’s a new trend of posts across the country that are being formed on local college campuses. In this latest installment of “The Media Cynic,” our host sits down with Past Commander Ashley Gorbulja-Maldonado from the University of Akron…

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  14. Episode 7: The Role of the Service Officer

    In the latest episode of “The Media Cynic,” the Department of South Dakota’s Service Officer Courtney VanZanten sits down with host Dave Wallace to discuss the roles and responsibilities of a Service Officer.

  15. Episode 6: A Conversation with the National Commander (part 2)

    This is the second part of the Media Cynic's Interview with National Commander Brett P. Reistad. Listen as our National Commander speaks about membership and the engagement he feels is needed to stop the slide. In addition, discusses Centennial incentives with membership attainment, the Buddy…

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  16. Episode 5: A Conversation with the National Commander (part 1)

    In this first episode of a two part taping of “The Media Cynic,” host Dave Wallace interviews National Commander Brett P. Reistad. Listen as they discuss topics that include what his year has been like so far; the centennial coins and the “Buddy Check” initiative.

  17. Episode 4: Law and Order Programs

    In this fourth episode of “The Media Cynic,” host Dave Wallace sits down with the Department of Virginia’s Law and Order Chair, Bill Feasenmyer. This conversation provides his insight into the Law Enforcement and First Responder of the Year awards, along with best tips and practices to have a...

  18. Episode 3: Pin and Cap Chasers

    In episode 3, The Media Cynic discusses a topic that he read on Facebook from Mick Sobczak, American Legion Rider President for the Department of California and Marine veteran. Mick has a blog, “How Do You Legion?” and this particular posting opened up the discussion of “Pin and Cap Chasers.”...

  19. Episode 2: Learning To Succeed With Social Media

    Episode 2 features an interview with special guest: Jason Feimster, Social Media Community Manager, Media and Communications Committee for the Department of Virginia. Listen in as the host of “The Media Cynic,” Dave Wallace, and Jason discuss the topic of “Learning To Succeed With Social Media.”

  20. Episode 1: Why a Podcast?

    This first episode of “The Media Cynic” introduces the podcast world to Dave Wallace, Department of Virginia’s Media and Communications Chair for The American Legion. He explains “Why a Podcast?” His purpose is to provide meaningful and impactful content to engage the core audience into “all…

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The Media Cynic is a platform designed to be an open and respectful forum where The American Legion Family Members can engage in a variety of topics that centers around the use of Media and Communications. New episodes air every Saturday with host, Dave Wallace, Department of Virginia's Media and Communications Chair.

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