TripWire

TripWire

Stories from active duty, family, career path (post service), VA, education, civilian life, community, and small business. Discussions about unique jobs in the military, exceptional wins, tragic losses, and time spent overseas.

Episodes

April 2, 2025 53 mins
Today on Tripwire, we’re having a fireside chat of sorts. OD and Staci catch up on life, share some personal reflections, and give well-deserved shoutouts to the incredible members of our veteran community. There’s laughter, a few tears, and a heartfelt reminder of the power of checking in on one another. Tune in to hear what’s next for our Naperville VFW and beyond—you won’t want to miss it!
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In this episode, we sit down with Brittany, the manager of the DuPage County Veteran Assistance Commission (VAC), to discuss the vital work her team does to support local veterans. Brittany shares insights into the VAC’s mission, the key services they provide, and the biggest challenges facing veterans today. We explore how the commission helps veterans access benefits like healthcare, disability claims, and housing assistance, as ...
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February 19, 2025 54 mins
Today on TripWire, Staci and I discuss "Veteran Brotherhood / Sisterhood Community"
We dive into related topics of the VFW's and American Legions, the evolution of the community in the digital age, mentorship, networking and the impact of the different generations of Veterans in America.
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We are excited for this Tripwire episode with this important discussion. Staci as a  Cherokee woman and veteran, believes the veteran identity should be a positive force in the DEI conversation, not a divisive one. Immigration and veteran status intersect in complicated ways, like with her friend—an 8-year Marine with undocumented parents—who, under new laws, could be deported despite his service. It's vital to stand in our truths,...
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January 29, 2025 55 mins
Wednesday the 29th of January, it's TripWire Time!!!
Today's episode is part 2 of 2. Staci and I interview Daniel Fornicola, US Army Veteran from a US Navy home. Listen in as we talk about his journey into the US Army and his time as a Paratrooper.
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January 22, 2025 54 mins
Wednesday the 22nd of January,  it's TripWire Time!!!
Today's episode is part 1 of 2. Staci and I interview Daniel Fornicola, US Army Veteran from a US Navy home. Listen in as we talk about his journey into the US Army and his time as a Paratrooper. 
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January 15, 2025 54 mins
It's TripWire Time. Today Staci and I are joined by US Navy Veteran, Josh Warner. Listen in as we discuss joining the military from Detroit, MI. Naval boot camp at Great Lakes, time at NAS Millington and Mediterranean Float. And his appointment as Jr. Vice Commander at the Naperville, IL VFW. 
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TripWire Wednesday!!!! Join us today as Jose Roberto Alaniz, Navy Veteran, Texas Native, and Coffee Master.
Owner of Third Day Coffee Seguin, and Master Roaster of Master Blaster Coffee. We will dive into his journey of life and the path that God has for each of us.
Get your TripWire On!!! Today at 4 pm Eastern.
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December 11, 2024 51 mins
It's TripWire Wednesday!!! Join Etaci and I as we welcome Tom Reichert to the show. We'll dive right into his struggle of the last couple years, Brain Cancer. This man's positive attitude for life is inspiring. From west suburb of Chicago to becoming an Army Aviator of an Apache Helicopter. His is a fantastic story!!!
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TripWire Time!!! Join us today as Staci and I interview the Charlie's Angels of Naperville, Illinois. United States Marine Corps Sisters,  Jennifer Sloan, Nadia Baran, and Rita Kollias. These ladies are leading from the front!!!
Listen in as we discuss the Marine Corps Birthday, Toys for Tots, and other projects they are involved in. 
4 pm Eastern Today!!! See you then!!!!
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November 13, 2024 54 mins
It's TripWire Time. Join us today as Staci and I have Todd Nunley and our producer "Skywatcher" on the show. This post Veterans Day show will share the unique projects that Dtaci is involved in as the Naperville VFW Commander. We will also discuss what Veterans Day means to the panel. See you soon!!!
4 pm Eastern Today 
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October 23, 2024 54 mins
Today on TripWire, Staci and I, interview Retired US Army EOD Technician Joshua Salazar. Tune for great discussion and laughs. Get your TripWire On at 4 pm Eastern today!!!
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August 28, 2024 53 mins
Today on TripWire we have Brian Colvin and his stories of different jobs in the US Army. From Medic to EOD to Culinary Specialist. From the Wisconsin National Guard to winning the TV Show Chopped of the Food Network.
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August 14, 2024 54 mins
Join us today as we dive into the world of a US Army EOD Officer. Our guest Rich Stone does not disappoint.
TripWire and the KGRA DB Family are honored to have Rich in the studio as we discuss growing up on the east coast, college, ROTC and the path back to Fort Gregg-Adams, 4 times!!
Tune in for a great time with Veterans and Veteran stories!!
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August 7, 2024 54 mins
TripWire is honored to have Aaron Hale as our guest today. Aaron is a US Army EOD Combat Veteran, Keynote Speaker, Entrepreneur, Host of Point of Impact Podcast and more. 
Join us for another amazing interview with energized stories of active service, combat, healing, and his path forward.

https://linktr.ee/aaronhalepointofimpact
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Meet Brandon Harris, USMC Veteran and Entrepreneur in the Houston, Texas area. 
https://smokenmemories.com/
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Another exciting interview today. TripWire is honored to have Joshua Mills, Retired US Army EOD Technician, on our show.  Join us as we discuss Army life, combat, EOD, family and transition. 
4pm Eastern time. See you there!!!
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July 10, 2024 55 mins
TripWire and the KGRA family are honored to have Tyler Grogg, USMC EOD Combat Veteran and Owner of INERT Mugs Drinkware. Join us for discussions about time in service, separation, addiction, the VA, and new beginnings as a Vetpreneur Business Owner. 
https://www.inertmugs.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/FBombDesignsLV
https://www.crabzone.com/
Video references:
https://youtu.be/vaVOX72cBSQ?si=rGGRlkzEQZ8iareq
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June 19, 2024 52 mins
BEER!!!
Today, our guest Steven Fuller, a US Army Veteran and OD discuss time in the infantry, combat zones, transition, the VA, and Wackadoo Brewing in Colorado Springs, CO. Join us for this interview and great stories.
https://wackadoobrewing.com/
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June 12, 2024 50 mins
TripWire is honored to have U.S. Navy Veteran and Commander of VFW Post 3873 in Naperville, Illinois, Staci Boyer. Join us as we discuss her time in the Navy, 35 year career as a fitness and wellness coach, her annual NPC competition events and time in the VFW leadership. Stay tuned for a high energy interview. 
Motiv8nu.com  
HTTPS://linktr.ee/Motiv8nu
www.motiv8nulive.com 
staci@motiv8nu.com
staci@staciboyer.com
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