Veterans Radio

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.

Our first guest is Marine Sean LibbySean 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 AdametzDerek 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.

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.

Our featured guest is Dr. Rebecca GrantDr. Rebecca Grant is a national security analyst based in Washington, DC specializing in defense and aerospace research and national security consulting. She has over 20 years experience working with the United States Air Force, United States Navy, and top aerospace clients. In addition, Dr. Grant has often appeared on television as an expert on national security for Fox News, Fox Business, CNN, and MSNBC and as a series regular on The Smithsonian’s Air Warriors. She is Vice President of The Lexington Institute, a center-right think tank headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, United States. It focuses mainly on defense and security policyDr. Grant has been a frequent guest on Veterans Radio. Some of the topics discussed on the program will be: Ukraine, the anti-drug attacks in the Caribbean, North Korea is more dangerous than ever and, of course, the threats coming from Russia and China.You can listen live to Veterans Radio every Sunday afternoon at 5PM EST here or on your favorite podcast.

Though the farm shaped him, Derek Adametz always dreamed of more. Determined to become a navy pilot, he forged ahead through heartbreak, a collapsed lung, and crushing self-doubt. Upon getting his wings, he then was diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma. He talks about sickness, recover, resilience, grit and determination with host Jim Fausone.

Our featured guest is Tom BurkeTom Burke was elected to serve as Vietnam Veterans of America National President at VVA’s 22nd National Convention in New Orleans, Louisiana. A Navy veteran, Burke volunteered for service in 1963. He was sent to Helicopter Combat Support Squad One at Ream Field, California, and in his final year, served aboard the Aircraft Carrier USS Hancock. Burke is a Gold Star family member who lost his brother during the Korean War. Tom and host Dale Throneberry talk about the future of the VVA.Learn more about the Tom Burke and Vietnam Veterans of America.

Suzanne Gordon of the Veterans Healthcare Policy Institute discusses her report "Veterans Health Care Choice - Myth of Reality? A state by state reality check of the false promise of VA privatization" with host Jim Fausone.

Joshua Shores was just nineteen years old when he deployed to Iraq in 2005. A Midwestern kid raised in a close-knit, supportive family, he had developed a strong sense of duty and honor. .Based on meticulous notes taken throughout his deployment, this vivid account follows his experiences as he navigated the brutal realities of war. Shores’ grueling seven-month deployment was marked by day-to-day struggles and nightmarish events. Driven by a desire to redeem himself and reconcile the harrowing experiences of his first deployment, Shores chose to return to combat a second time, this time to Afghanistan. He talks with host Jim Fausone about descending into evil and his recovery from those horrors and loneliness and mental health struggles with the help of a good wife.

Please welcome our first guest, Author Quin ChoQuin Cho, an author and scholar, who was a fellow at the Pacific Atrocities Education talks about the mission of PAE. He explains some of the atrocities and the why of the Imperial Japanese Army before and after WWII. Quin gives host Jim Fausone an education about the WWII Pacific theatre.Learn more about Author Quin Cho.Our next guest is USAF Veteran Mike SandsThere are 88,000 MIA/POWs from America’s wars. It is important to keep the search for people and remains alive. USAF vet Mike Sands explains why he remains involved and efforts to obtain a memorial chair in Lansing, Michigan, so school kids ask about it and learn about the sacrifices what were made for their freedoms. Mike discusses with host Jim Fausone his background and the efforts.

The Congressional Medal of Honor Society convention will be held in Detroit in 2026. Adrian Kozakov and Russell Schomberger talk to about the plans being made today to bring the living medal of honor recipients to the Motor City Casino and Hotel in late September 2026. They talk to host Jim Fausone about how to volunteer and to support financially.

GET ANSWERS FROM OUR EXPERT PANEL!Dale Throneberry – Founder and Host of Veterans RadioBrig. Gen. Carol Ann Fausone (ret) – Legal Help For VeteransJim Fausone-Founder of Legal Help for VeteransNick Mordowanec-Correspondant for Military.com Fingers Pointed At and By VA for Ongoing Shutdown, Benefits Claims Processes | Military.comJoin Dale and the rest of the panel for our live broadcast on Sunday at 5:00pm ET or stream later on your preferred podcast platform.Visit our LISTEN LIVE page for streaming and podcast information.

Matt VanAcker is the Director and Curator for Save The Flags in Michigan. That project has saved and preserved over 240 battle flags carried by Michigan soldiers in the Civil War, Spanish-American War, and World War I. Listen in as he talks to host Jim Fausone about the history and importance of these flags and restoration vs conservation efforts.

Our first guest is author Doug Sterner to discuss his new bookAuthor Doug Sterner joins us to talk about his new book. “Beyond Woke: The Diversity of U.S. Military Heroes” celebrates the overlooked stories of women, minorities, and immigrants who have served heroically in the U.S. military. Through more than 100 true and emotional accounts, the book highlights their courage, sacrifice, and patriotism—often in the face of prejudice or anonymity. It’s a powerful tribute to the diverse individuals who helped shape America’s military legacy and embody the true spirit of the nation’s “melting pot.” Learn more about Doug Sterner’s new book.Meet our second guest, author David YuzukAuthor David Yuzuk’s new book, “Women in War,” unveils over twenty powerful true stories of women who fought, served, and sacrificed across centuries of conflict – from ancient battlegrounds to modern wars in Vietnam, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Through firsthand accounts and meticulous research by David Yuzuk, the book captures the courage of nurses, spies, and soldiers who defied sexism, trauma, and danger to serve with valor.Learn more about David Yuzuk’s new book.

NVBDC CEO and Founder Keith King talks about the Oct 29th Spartanburg, SC Matchmaking Conference for NVBDC certified veteran owned companies and new programs involving international trade and a Michigan pilot program to certify veteran owned businesses in the state with host Jim Fausone. Check out NVBDC.org .

Betsy Alexander is the Grosse Pointe War Memorial historical education coordinator and wrote "Hell Gone Mad...Michigan's Men of the USS Indianapolis Disaster". She talks about the secret mission of the USS Indy in WWII, its torpedo sinking, the court martial of its captain and the story of the men who died. Betsy's interest started with a missing bronze plaque and art print of the Indy. She tells host Jim Fausone about where those items were found.....including a find in a loo.

Join us for a discussion on “Women in Today’s Military” with host Dale Throneberry“Modern Warfare isn’t about who can lift the most weight. It’s about who can endure, think clearly under pressure, and perform with precision when everything is on the line.”Misty Dugan Martin, US Army LTC (ret) and founder of M3 Defense Consulting. Join us this week as we discuss the roles of women in today’s military. Our guests include Misty Dugan Martin, Kate Melcher, Lydia Pinkham and You.

Author Quin Cho talks about the Japanese efforts to take over Manchuria , China pre WW II as a prelude to the attack on Pearl Harbor. The Kwantung Army efforts on mainland China were not authorized but aggressive military leaders believed necessary. The Kwantung Army was brutal but not as successful as its generals anticipated. Quin Cho talks with host Jim Fausone.

First we talk with Chris Lewis, CEO of Vets to DronesHost Jim Fausone talks with Chris Lewis about his company, Vets to Drones, his team and experience, and helping veterans transition into the commercial drone industry. Learn more about Vets to Drones here.Our next guest is Rick Berman, founder of Charities for VeteransJim then talks with Rick Berman from Charities for Veterans, which rates veteran charities as “highly recommended”, “recommended” and “not recommended” based on publicly available information. Learn more about Charities for Veterans on their organization’s website.

Quin Cho, an author and scholar, who was a fellow at the Pacific Atrocities Education talks about the mission of PAE. He explains some of the atrocities, and the why , of the Imperial Japanese Army before and after WW II. Quin gives host Jim Fausone an education about the WWII Pacific theatre.

GET ANSWERS FROM OUR EXPERT PANEL!TOPICS ON TODAY'S PROGRAM INCLUDE: THE GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN AND HOW IT AFFECTS THE VADale Throneberry – Founder and Host of Veterans RadioBrig. Gen. Carol Ann Fausone (ret) – Legal Help For VeteransJames Fausone – Attorney, Legal Help For VeterasJoin Dale and the rest of the panel for our live broadcasts on the first Sunday of the month at 5:00pm ET or stream later on your preferred podcast platform.