Minnesota Military Radio
Dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those who serve, Veterans and their families, Minnesota Military Radio brings you the latest news from Minnesota's proud military community including; the Minnesota National Guard, Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, Beyond the Yellow Ribbon and the Minneapolis VA. Whether it's the latest on veterans' benefits, historic stories of service or how you can help our troops and their families, this is your best source to stay up to speed. With a team of producers from the Minnesota National Guard, Department of Veterans Affairs, and Minneapolis V.A., volunteer host and Vietnam veteran Tom Lyons strives to inform and entertain listeners in this weekly syndicated radio show and podcast. Through captivating, historic interviews with veterans of all eras, we also endeavor to preserve their stories of heroism before they are forgotten.
Episodes
This week on Minnesota Military Radio, explore the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers St. Paul District’s vital mission. Learn about their efforts in flood management, environmental restoration, and overseeing extensive public lands and waters for recreation. From campgrounds to boat ramps, discover how they support communities and provide veterans with free military passes at recreation.gov. […]
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This week, discover how the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) supports our heroes with benefits like state veterans homes and suicide prevention programs, and explore the vital role of the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers in partnering with MDVA. Guests include: Anne Sonnee – Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Steve McCarthy – […]
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This week, we’re recorded live from the National Veterans Wheelchair Games! Join us as we connect with leaders from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and Paralyzed Veterans of America, explore logistics and medical support with the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, and meet two inspiring athletes. Guests include: Dave Tostenrude – National Veterans Wheelchair […]
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This week on the Minnesota Military Radio Hour, we dive into the story of Minnesota’s only Air Force Reserve unit, the 934th Airlift Wing, known as the “Flying Vikings.” Learn about their critical missions, training, and role in national defense. We also get the latest updates from the Minnesota Patriot Guard, honoring veterans and supporting […]
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This week, we explore educational opportunities and support for Minnesota’s military community at Saint Paul College, delve into inclusion efforts and the 35th anniversary of the ADA with the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, and get an update from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Guests include: Alan Duff – Saint Paul College Julie Severson […]
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This week, we discover the podcast The Sinking of the USS Indianapolis and the Atomic Bomb: The Price Paid for Liberty and join us as we connect with the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers. Guests include: Ron Duffy – Ron Duffy Art Josh Beninga – Minnesota Association of County Veteran Service Officers Click […]
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This week, we connect with the Minnesota Army National Guard and Beyond the Yellow Ribbon- Central MN to explore the Minnesota Army National Guard Aviation Memorial and hear updates from our Senior Enlisted Leader. Guests include: MG Kevin O’Brien – Minnesota Army National Guard LTC Joshua Roetman – Minnesota Army National Guard Stephanie Hurt – […]
This week, we explore the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs’ efforts to end Veteran homelessness, learn how the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers St. Paul District is supporting wildfire response in Los Angeles, and get an update from the MN Patriot Guard. Guests include: Derek Holt – Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Col. Eric Swenson […]
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This week, we’re joined by the Director of Government Affairs from the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs and a Minnesota State Senator to discuss the 2025 legislative session and receive updates from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Guests include: Jon Kelly – Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Sen. Aric Putnam – Minnesota Senate Director […]
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This week, we explore Chronic Pain Care with the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, discuss the Minnesota American Legion Foundation’s Fund 85, and get an update from the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers. Guests include: Kara Wong – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Beth DeRonne – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Janet Lorenzo […]
This week, we’ll discuss the Month of the Military Spouse, highlight the Minnesota National Guard’s Soldier & Family Readiness Group, and get an update from our Senior Enlisted Leader. Guests include: Amy Watson – Soldier & Family Readiness Group Cmd. Chief Lisa Erikson – Minnesota National Guard
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This Memorial Day, we’re live with the Minnesota National Guard, Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, Minneapolis VA, and more: Hour 1 Chaplain Lt. Col. Tim Usset, Minnesota National Guard Butch Whitehead, Minnesota Disabled American Veterans Lt. Gen. Jon Jensen, National Guard Hour 2 Commissioner Brad Lindsay, Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Director Patrick Kelly, Minneapolis […]
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This week, we’ll connect with the Program Coordinator for Survivor Outreach Services from the Minnesota Army National Guard and get an update from the MN Patriot Guard. Tune in to our live Memorial Day show from 6-9 AM on Monday, May 26th, on Twin Cities News Talk or iHeartMedia Inc. Guests include: Kylee McArdle – […]
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This week, we explore how the Magnus Veterans Foundation supports Veterans and their families, connect with the administrator of the Preston Veterans Cemetery from the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, and get the latest from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Guests include: BG (ret) Tim Kennedy – Magnus Veterans Foundation LT COL (ret) Shawn […]
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This week, we’re live from Minnesota Wild headquarters, exploring the MN Wild Team Dog Program. We’ll meet the founder of Coco’s Heart Dog Rescue, learn about the Soldiers 6 program providing service dogs to heroes, and connect with a veteran who previously received a MN Wild team dog. Guests include: Wayne Peterson – Minnesota Wild […]
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This week we learn about Limb Loss Awareness Month from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, hear from Fairview Health Services on becoming a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon company and get and update from our Senior Enlisted Leader. Guests include: Dr. Molly Matsumoto – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Shawn McLaughlin – Minneapolis VA […]
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This week, we’ll connect with the 133rd Airlift Wing to discuss Sage Eagle, a joint training exercise involving the Air National Guard and 5th Special Forces Group – Airborne, plus get an update from the MN Patriot Guard. Guests include: MSgt. Tom Boyum – 133rd Airlift Wing SSgt. Mackenzie Miller – 133rd Airlift Wing MSgt. […]
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This week, we’ll join the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development to explore Veteran employment and the upcoming career fair. We’ll also hear from the National Director of Paralyzed Veterans of America and get an update from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Guests include: Raymond Douha – Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic […]
This week, we explore leadership development and Army life with Minnesota National Guard soldiers, recap Veterans Day on the Hill with the legislative director from the DAV Department of Minnesota, and connect with the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers. Guests include: 1SG Steve Cox – Minnesota National Guard SPC Mitchell Houge – Minnesota […]
This week, we sit down with the Minneapolis VA Health Care System to talk about the National Veterans Wheelchair Games, explore how Children’s Minnesota earned its status as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon organization, and get the latest from our Command Senior Enlisted Leader. Guests include: Rachel Hammer – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Janelle […]
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