Veterans Corner Radio
by Joe Muhlberger
Veterans Corner Radio focuses on what those who have served in the military, and their families need to know to maximize the services and benefits due to them. No matter if you are currently serving or got out 50 years ago, this program will give you answers to questions you didn’t even know you should be asking. Among those who have been and will be sharing their knowledge are those from the Department of Defense (DOD), Veterans Health Administration, Veterans Benefits Administration, National Cemetery Administration, members of Congress (both House and Senate), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), American Legion, Military Officers Association of America (MOAA), Military Order of World Wars (MOWW), Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), Vietnam Veterans of America, Disabled American Veterans (DAV), just to name a few.You will learn, among many other things, how to use the VA claim process, the services offered by the James A Haley VA Hosp
Episodes
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Sgt. Connie White, United States Army (Ret.)
Sgt. White began service in 1967 while the Army still had the Women's Army Corps. They discuss how the Army changed in 1978 when they did away with "WACs" and became "An Army of One". Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.com Join us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner...
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Former United States Army Specialist Mike May for Troops in Contact
Today, Joe welcomes back Mike May, formerly a United States Army Specialist, currently the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of the nonprofit, Troops In Contact. Their focus is providing assistance for disaster relief. Mike's solid foundation of organization and prowess under stress now results...
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Former United States Army Specialist Mike May
Born in 1989, Mike was destined for the military at an early age. Enlisting through the Delayed Entry Program, he departed for Basic Training two weeks after high school graduation. This is his story of serving as an Infantryman in Afghanistan. Our library of shows can be found at...
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Dr. John Southard, Founder, Your Veterans History
For this edition of the podcast Joe introduces us to John Southard, son of a Marine who served in Vietnam, and holder of a Doctorate degree in US Military History. John is the founder of Your Veterans History, a nationwide company serving families of US military veterans who served in World War…
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Master Sergeant Phil Sparacino, United States Air Force (Ret.)
On today's Veterans Corner Radio, Joe introduces us to retired U.S. Air Force Master Sergeant Phil Sparacino, who shares stories from an extraordinary 20-year military career. Born and raised in Brooklyn, Phil joined the Air Force at 18 and went on to serve around the world. From helping build...
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Former US Army Captain Mike Klein for Warrior Centric Health
On this podcast, Joe continues his conversation with former US Army Captain Mike Klein who is the Co-founder and current Chairman of the Board for Warrior Centric Health. We'll hear Mike's motivation to establish this organization. And we'll find out how this organization helped meet a need for...
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Former United States Army Captain Mike Klein
Today we meet former US Army Captain Mike Klein and learn about the growing up part of his life as the son of a US Navy physician in Guam. Following his father's departure from the Navy and move to Gainesville, Florida, Mike graduated from West Point, served as an Infantry Officer and was…
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First Sergeant Jay Collins, United States Army (Ret.)
Born during our nation's Bicentennial year in rural Montana, Jay's journey through to our Semiquincentennial has been an amazing one, from service as an Army National Guard soldier to Green Beret, and retiring after 23 years of service. He is the recipient of two Purple Heart medals for wounds...
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Lt. Col. Sarah Williams, United States Air Force (Ret.)
Lieutenant Colonel Williams grew up in small rural America to go on to graduate from our United States Air Force Academy. As an Aircraft Maintenance Officer she supported multiple types of aircraft and significant missions. Now retired she is the owner and publisher of the periodical called Fire...
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Captain Robert "Rocky" Rochford, United States Navy (Ret.)
For this episode, Joe meets retired United States Navy Captain Robert "Rocky" Rochford. Raised in Scituate, Massachusetts on the Atlantic coast, Rocky was destined for a life at sea. Upon graduation from the Massachusetts Maritime Academy in 1985, Rocky was commissioned as an Ensign in our Naval...
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Josh Porthouse, Former United States Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant for his Transacting Value Podcast
Today we'll learn about a podcast called "Transacting Value" developed by former Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant Josh Porthouse. Hear how he took his own difficult times and turned them into a podcast focused on healing. His outreach has been a benefit to over 200 people from around the world and…
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Josh Porthouse, Former United States Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant
Today we meet former United States Marine Gunnery Sergeant Josh Porthouse. We'll learn about his out-of-the norm experiences as a person deployed to a combat zone as well as personal experiences of a unique kind in his travels around the world. Our library of shows can be found at...
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Master CPO James Taylor, US Navy (Ret.)
CPO Taylor discusses his service on submarines and provides us insight on how that impacted his family as well as his life onboard. While onboard, Jim served as the additional duty Chaplain. This turned into his quest throughout the continuation of his life. Today he holds a doctorate degree in...
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Bernadette Dunn, former USAF Senior Airman
Airman Dunn served our country from December 1988 through 1995. Born in The Philippines, as a baby she moved with her family to New York. You’ll discover her life as it blossomed to include exposure to a multitude of cultures and academics. Today she uses art as a means of therapy and shares her...
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Danny Alvarez, Former Captain, United States Army
Born in Miami and a graduate of the University of Florida, Captain Alvarez earned his commission in 1997. Following his time in the Army, Danny went to law school and as a lawyer became the legal representative to the Tampa Police union. Since then, he has gotten into politics and now serves in…
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Major Bill Greer, United States Air Force (Ret.)
Major Greer served as an aircraft maintenance officer in California, Korea and Italy before transitioning from active duty to the reserves in Georgia. Throughout his life, Bill served as a musician especially playing the piano and organ. Our library of shows can be found at...
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Commander Paul Renner, United States Navy (Ret.)
Today you’ll get to know a bit more about Commander Paul Renner. We'll learn about his time growing up as an avid player of baseball and soccer, his time in college, followed by his entry into the Navy as a Surface Warfare Officer. Paul served onboard ship during Desert Storm and returned on July...
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Lt. Col. David Worley, United States Air Force (Ret.)
Lt. Col Worley spent 27 years in the Air Force, which began in 1975 and included eight years as an enlisted FAA-certified Air Traffic Controller. After attending Officer Training School in 1983, he served as a rated Air Battle Manager. Upon his military retirement, Lt Col Worley then spent over...
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USMC Col. Bill Davis (Ret.) Executive Director and CEO, Young Marines
Retired Colonel Bill Davis is back to talk about the Marine Corps' youth organization called Young Marines. Col Davis, who is now the organization's National Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer talks about how the Young Marines program develops confidence and future leaders with youth...
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Col. Bill Davis, United States Marine Corps (Ret.)
Colonel Davis's career spanned several decades which included deployment to Operation Desert Storm, as well as his involvement with war fighting capabilities as an officer assigned with Systems Command. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.com Join us on Facebook at the…
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Specialist Phil Lewis, United States Army (Ret.)
Today host Joe Muhlberger speaks with retired United States Army Specialist Phil Lewis whose injuries incurred in combat in Iraq led to his medical retirement. We'll learn about this disabled combat veteran's journey and how he writes and produces music as his own means of solace for all…
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Rear Admiral Andrew Lennon, United States Navy (Ret.) National Executive Director, United States Naval Sea Cadet Corps
For this episode we learn about the United States Navy youth organization called the United States Naval Sea Cadet Corps. Joe talks with their National Executive Director, retired US Navy Rear Admiral Andrew Lennon, about their mission to build leaders of character by imbuing in cadets the…
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Carol Whitmore, First Sergeant, United States Army (Ret.)
Sergeant Whitmore enlisted in the Army in 1977 and retired in 2013. She began as a member of what was known as the "Women's Army Corps," where she served as a Teletype Technician. When the Corps disbanded in 1978, Carol transitioned to become an Army Nurse serving in many austere locations...
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David Worley, National Commander In Chief of MOWW
MOWW, the Military Order of the World Wars serves our nation and local communities by providing and supporting activities that promote and encourage responsible citizenship, patriotism, youth leadership, military and public service, veteran support, and strong national security. Joe and Commander...
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Colonel Adelbert "Buz" Carpenter US Air Force (Ret.), Part 2
In this episode, we continue with Part Two of our conversation with SR-71 Blackbird pilot retired United States Air Force Colonel Adelbert "Buz" Carpenter. Today, Buz takes us to new heights as he continues telling us about his career and his life now as a retired aviator volunteering at the...
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Colonel Adelbert "Buz" Carpenter US Air Force (Ret.), Part 1
There are only 85 people on planet Earth who achieved aviation greatness as an SR-71 Blackbird pilot. Retired United States Air Force Colonel Adelbert "Buz" Carpenter is one of those pilots. In Part One we'll learn about Buz's life growing up to his time as a Cadet at our nation's Air Force…
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Maj. General Regina Aye, National Commander, Civil Air Patrol
Prepare to be inspired as Joe interviews Civil Air Patrol Major General Regina Aye, CAP National Commander. She brings a host of academic and international flair to the United States Air Force's official civilian Auxiliary. Emphasis is placed on the Cadet Program with developing leaders as well…
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Rear Admiral Thomas Lynch (USN, Ret.)
In 1963 retired United States Navy Rear Admiral Thomas Lynch was a Junior at our nation's Naval Academy and Captain of the football team. In 1964, as a Senior, he played on a team that included Junior Roger Staubach. We'll learn about the Admiral's life growing up in Ohio, his acceptance to...
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Carol Whitmore, National Commander of the VFW
For this podcast we meet the current Veterans of Foreign Wars Commander-in-Chief, retired United States Army combat veteran Carol Whitmore. Her vast experience throughout her 36 years of service with the Army made her the ideal choice to lead the VFW. Commander Whitmore is the first woman to…
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Major Ryan Pusins, U.S. Marine Corps (Ret)
Having grown up in Florida, Ryan tried college, found it wasn't for him, and ended up enlisting in the Marines. Eventually he transitioned from enlisted to an officer, ultimately becoming a helicopter pilot. These days he's an entrepreneur and an advisor for other aspiring entrepreneurs. Our...
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Robert "Rocky" Bleier, Former US Army Specialist 4
National Football League and Pittsburgh Steelers legend Robert "Rocky" Bleier was drafted into our United States Army where he served as an Infantryman in the Vietnam War. He was wounded in action, becoming a recipient of the Bronze Star with Valor device and a Purple Heart. Following his two…
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Jake Rademacher, Founder of Perseverance Productions
Meet Jake Rademacher, Founder of Perseverance Productions and Director of two films about the war in Iraq called Brothers at War and Brothers After War. Jake has taken these films on the road to both military-unique audiences as well as the public. Now, Jake holds seminars with the film Brothers...
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Admiral Mark Fitzgerald (USN, Ret) Part 2
Today is our second part of our two-part series with retired United States Navy Admiral Mark (call sign "Lobster") Fitzgerald. In our last episode we left off with the Admiral's advance to promotion to Commander. In this episode we'll follow the remainder of his career from Commander through...
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Admiral Mark Fitzgerald (USN, Ret) Part 1
In part 1 of a 2 part program we meet retired United States Navy Admiral Mark (call sign "Lobster") Fitzgerald and learn about his upbringing, beginnings as a Naval Aviator through to his promotions to the rank of Commander. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.com Join us...
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Connor Nicol, Founder, We Will Remember
Connor Nicol is a 17 year old Eagle Scout and 11th Grader in his fifth year as founder of the non-profit organization, We Will Remember. His organization produces dog tags of fallen military member from all conflicts involving US service members. Connor is the son of a Marine Corps Officer father...
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Ross Goodman, Former Marine Corps Captain and Judge Advocate
For this episode we meet former United States Marine Corps Captain and Judge Advocate Ross Goodman. On his way to become a professional tennis player, an injury cut his tennis career short. College friends who were in the process of becoming Marines took him into their fold. Four days after…
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Tina Figliuolo, Military Heritage Museum, Punta Gorda, FL
The Military Heritage Museum honors the legacy of America’s armed forces by preserving and sharing the stories of those who served in defense of our nation. The museum fosters understanding and respect for their sacrifices, past and present, reminding all that freedom is not free. Through…
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Rear Admiral Thomas Lynch (USN, Ret.) Executive Chairman, NewDay USA
Today we meet with retired United States Navy Rear Admiral Thomas Lynch and learn about the organization he works with called NewDay USA. This veterans-exclusive organization makes sure veterans get the optimal access to financing when looking to purchase a home. Our library of shows can be found...
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Commander Bill Kirkpatrick, United States Navy, Retired
In this Veteran's Interview, we meet retired United States Navy Commander Bill Kirkpatrick who served as a Naval Aviator and was a fighter pilot who earned the call sign “Bullet.” Bill and Joe discuss how this real world Top Gun School graduate not only applied lessons learned from the course…
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Mark Fitzgerald, Chairman of the Board, Association of Naval Aviation
Today we meet United States Navy retired Admiral Mark Fitzgerald, call sign "Lobster". The Admiral served as a Naval Aviator from 1973 through 2010 and primarily flew the A-7 Corsair II. Now he serves as Chairman of the Board of the Association of Naval Aviation. He'll tell us about the…
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Lt. Col. Paul Wheat, United States Army, Retired
Today you’ll meet U. S. Army Lieutenant Colonel Paul Wheat. From humble beginnings in upstate New York, Paul graduated high school in 1955 and enlisted in the Army. His career slingshot him to Europe, Vietnam, and then back to Europe catapulting him from enlisted man through to his retirement as…
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Dave Huffman, Executive Director of Mission POW-MIA
Today we're introduced to a non-profit organization called Mission P-O-W M-I-A. Dave Huffman began the organization with his wife in 2024. Find out how Dave's interview for a high school class assignment turned into a conversation recollecting memories about American veterans of the Vietnam War…
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Patrick J. McLain, Major, United States Marine Corps, Retired
Today Joe speaks with Retired United States Marine Corps Major Patrick J. McLain. Patrick began his military career as a Communications Officer in our United States Marine Corps. During the Cold War he deployed to Norway with his platoon of Marines, laying communications lines in the Northern...
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Heather Guzik, Top Tier Volunteer with the Wounded Warrior Project
Today we learn about the Wounded Warrior Project through one of their top tier volunteers, former United States Air Force Major and combat veteran Heather Guzik. We've seen the Wounded Warrior Project commercials on television and seen their help with warriors with physical ailments. Heather…
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Retired United States Air Force Master Sgt. Michael Antis
Michael's story begins with his birth in 1935 in Yugoslavia in what is today Serbia. His town was occupied by Nazi Germany during World War II. Following the war, Russian soldiers rounded up his family and other families in his town and placed them in starvation camps. Learn about post-World War…
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Terry Smith, Co-Founder of Band of Brothers VA Services
Today we introduce you to Band of Brothers VA Services and their Co-Founder and Chief Visionary Officer Terry Smith. Terry is a combat veteran of both the war in Iraq and Afghanistan. His nationwide organization helps veterans improve their Veterans Administration disability ratings. Our library…
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Former United States Air Force Staff Sergeant Terry Smith
Today we meet a veteran of the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, former United States Air Force Staff Sergeant Terry Smith. Terry served nine years as a member of the Security Forces career field. We'll get to know him, learn about his unique service, find out about his family, and see what he's up…
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Emma Martin, founder and CEO of the Full Range Foundation
Today we meet Emma Martin an Army spouse and mom of four adult children that includes two Army veterans. Emma is the founder, Vice President, Chief Executive Officer, and Coach of the Full Range Foundation. Through her own personal experiences she discovered a need for counseling services to help...
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Del Connell, former United States Navy Petty Officer Second Class
Del Connell served during World War II as a Supply Clerk. His ship was among those who picked up survivors of the Bataan Death March. Del, who is now aged 101 and a half, recounts his story of receiving walking human skeletons on board and how he and the rest of his shipmates gave up their…
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Combat Veteran Christy Hinnant Founder, CEO, and Clinical Director of Voices Against Sexual Assault
Christy Hinnant is a US Army Combat Veteran and survivor of sexual assault. Today we hear her story of survival and how she arrived at the point in her life to become Founder, CEO, and Clinical Director of Voices Against Sexual Assault. Our library of shows can be found at...
About this show
Veterans Corner Radio focuses on what those who have served in the military, and their families need to know to maximize the services and benefits due to them. No matter if you are currently serving or got out 50 years ago, this program will give you answers to questions you didn’t even know you should be asking. Among those who have been and will be sharing their knowledge are those from the Department of Defense (DOD), Veterans Health Administration, Veterans Benefits Administration, National Cemetery Administration, members of Congress (both House and Senate), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), American Legion, Military Officers Association of America (MOAA), Military Order of World Wars (MOWW), Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), Vietnam Veterans of America, Disabled American Veterans (DAV), just to name a few.You will learn, among many other things, how to use the VA claim process, the services offered by the James A Haley VA Hosp
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