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Our mission is to see that the world appreciates what extraordinary things ordinary people have done to gain and preserve our freedom.

  1. 75 yrs of ROTC History at Western Michigan University

    2D AGO

    75 yrs of ROTC History at Western Michigan University

    Army Veterans, and ROTC class mates at Western Michigan University, Mike Evans and Tom Vance talk about the two year project to capture the history of ROTC at WMU. Vance and Evans talk to host Jim Fausone about the ROTC cadet corps, learning leadership and the 9 volume history they compiled.

    32 min
  2. December 21, 2025: John Hanson / USO Tour History

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    December 21, 2025: John Hanson / USO Tour History

    Our featured guest is John Hanson, Air Force Veteran What do Bob Hope, Marilyn Monroe and Toby Keith have in common? They have all performed on a USO tour. Since World War II, the USO has been sending entertainers around the world to entertain our troops. But the USO is much more than that. Listen to this Veterans Radio program from December 22, 2012 with our guest USO Senior Vice President and Air Force Veteran John Hanson. Host Dale Throneberry talked with John about the history of the USO and how it has changed over the years.

    57 min
  3. Burn Pit Exposure Leads to Kidney Failure for Marine Sean Libby

    DEC 16

    Burn Pit Exposure Leads to Kidney Failure for Marine Sean Libby

    Marine Sean Libby was in Afghanistan and exposed to burn pits. About 6 years later he started to have symptoms and ultimately diagnosis with chronic kidney failure in his mid 30s. His doctors said it was related to the toxic fumes and the VA finally agreed. He is now undergoing weekly dialysis and seeking a kidney transplant. Sean discusses his journey with host Jim Fausone.

    31 min
  4. December 14, 2025: USS Indianapolis / Naval Strength

    DEC 15

    December 14, 2025: USS Indianapolis / Naval Strength

    USS Indianapolis Sinking with Betsy Alexander Betsy Alexander is the Historical Education Coordinator at the Grosse Pointe War Memorial. She also wrote “Hell Gone Mad…Michigan’s Men of the USS Indianapolis Disaster.” Betsy talks about the secret mission of the USS Indianapolis in World War II, its torpedo sinking and the men who died, as well as the captain’s court-martial. Betsy’s interest started with a missing bronze plaque and an art print of the Indianapolis. She tells host Jim Fausone about where those items were found, including an item found in a toilet. Naval Strength with Jonathan Page, PhD, USN Dr. Jonathan Page, US Navy vet, is now a Professor of Engineering Practice at the University of Michigan College of Engineering. He discusses his 21-year career in the Navy, the current state of the Navy’s shipbuilding, and the careers available. He explains to host Jim Fausone that 70% of the content of modern navy ships is from outside the shipyards.

    56 min
  5. December 7, 2025: Monthly Veterans Benefits Program

    DEC 7

    December 7, 2025: Monthly Veterans Benefits Program

    GET ANSWERS FROM OUR EXPERT PANEL! Dale Throneberry – Founder and Host of Veterans RadioBrig. Gen. Carol Ann Fausone (ret) – Legal Help For VeteransDavid Saims – Director, Washtenaw County Veteran Service OfficeToday we talk about the 84th Anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor and the History of the Veterans Administration

    57 min
  6. USAF Academy First Class of Women 50 yrs Ago

    DEC 2

    USAF Academy First Class of Women 50 yrs Ago

    USAFA vet Kathleen Utley Kornahrens talks about being in the first class of women admitted to the USAFA back in 1976. She wrote of that historical time in "Bring me Men...Brought Women: Marching with the First Female Cadets at the US Air Force Academy." She speaks with host Jim Fausone.

    35 min
  7. November 30, 2025: Burn Pits / Naval Aviation

    DEC 1

    November 30, 2025: Burn Pits / Naval Aviation

    Our first guest is Marine Sean Libby Sean Libby, Marine, talks about burn pit exposure in Afghanistan. The toxic fumes resulted in his kidney failure and VA has service connected that process. He is on dialysis and seeking a kidney transplant. Learn more about Sean Libby. Our next guest is Naval Aviator Derek Adametz Derek Adametz is a Naval aviator who suffered multiple medical conditions but with resilience and determination continued his aviation career and talks about the need for grit. Learn more about Derek Adametz. You can listen live to Veterans Radio every Sunday afternoon at 5PM EST here or on your favorite podcast.

    57 min
  8. Asbestos Ships discussed Health and Policy Issues

    NOV 25

    Asbestos Ships discussed Health and Policy Issues

    Cristina Johnson is an advocate for veterans who were on Navy or Coast Guard ships that were exposed to asbestos as part of their service to the country. She talks about her website www.asbestos-ships.com with host Jim Fausone.

    25 min
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Our mission is to see that the world appreciates what extraordinary things ordinary people have done to gain and preserve our freedom.

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  • Creator
    Veterans Radio America
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    537
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Veterans Radio