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Have a message for Veterans Radio? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! James Kidd grew up in Michigan but the Civil War caused him to stop his studies and raise a cavalry unit to fight for the North after Lincoln's call. He ended up fighting along side General George Custer during the Civil War and was in all the major battles of the Western front. His life after the war is just as intersting as he turns to publishing and ultimately writing a history that was widely aclaimed.

Have a message for Veterans Radio? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Kayla Gray is a PhD history candidate at Howard University, a presidential emerging scholar, who holds a master's degree from the University of Chicago. Her area of interest has been the experiences of African American Vietnam Veterans in Metro Detroit. She discusses her interest and research with host Jim Fausone.

Have a message for Veterans Radio? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! This week on Veterans Radio, host Jim Fausone explores the ongoing mission to recover missing American service members and the opportunities for veterans in the field of archaeology. Michael Henshaw, combat veteran and Founder/President of the Asymmetric MIA Accounting Group (AMAG), discusses his work recovering and identifying missing military personnel, from World War II to modern conflicts, including ongoing recovery efforts in Ukraine. Then, Jim welcomes Dr. Stephen Humphreys, co-founder and CEO of American Veterans Archaeological Recovery (AVAR), to discuss how archaeology can provide meaningful career opportunities for veterans while helping preserve history and recover missing service members. Together, these conversations highlight the importance of honoring those who never returned home and creating new opportunities for those who have served. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL DISCOVER ✓ How Michael Henshaw and AMAG work to recover and identify missing American service members from World War II through modern conflicts ✓ What challenges recovery teams face when searching for missing military personnel in active conflict zones, including Ukraine ✓ How archaeology plays a critical role in locating, recovering, and preserving the remains and history of missing service members ✓ How American Veterans Archaeological Recovery (AVAR) helps veterans explore opportunities in archaeology while continuing their mission of service. Michael Henshaw Founder and President - AMAG, Inc. Combat veteran and Founder/President of the Asymmetric MIA Accounting Group (AMAG), Inc., an organization dedicated to recovering and identifying missing military personnel. With more than 25 years of experience in military service, government leadership, and international operations, Michael brings extensive expertise to the complex mission of accounting for America’s missing service members. A former U.S. Army Mortuary Affairs specialist, he has led recovery and identicication missions spanning World War II through modern conflicts, including operations in Ukraine. Dr. Stephen Humphreys Co-Founder and CEO - American Veterans Archaeological Recovery (AVAR) Co-founder and CEO of American Veterans Archaeological Recovery (AVAR), an organization connecting veterans with opportunities in archaeology and historical preservation. Since co-founding AVAR in 2016, Stephen has directed archaeological fieldwork on numerous Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency recovery missions and served as Principal Investigator for the AVAR Conflict Archaeology School-Camden and Finding Medina projects. A National Geographic Explorer and Registered Professional Archaeologist, he has conducted and directed archaeological projects across the United States, Europe, and the Middle East. Stephen also serves on the Advisory Board of the Center for Integrative Research in Conflict Archaeology.

Have a message for Veterans Radio? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Richard Kim 's life story starts in Korea and makes its way to Detroit Michigan. He joins the Army at 17 during WWII while in China. He makes his way to the US against immigration struggles for education and an Army career that takes him to Korea and Vietnam. A crisis of conscious has him retire from the Army and go to seminary. He becomes a leading Episcopal priest with assignments in Alabama, Hawaii and Michigan. This podcast is generated from an article that Jim Fausone wrote on Kim for www.HomeofHeroes.com ,

Have a message for Veterans Radio? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Air Force Veteran Stephen Humphreys, PhD, founded American Veterans Archaeological Recovery (AVAR) in 2016. He explains the work, how veterans can get involved, and the field's progression with host Jim Fausone.

Have a message for Veterans Radio? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! GET ANSWERS FROM OUR EXPERT PANEL! Jim Fausone – Host, Veterans RadioBrig. Gen. Carol Ann Fausone (ret) – Legal Help For VeteransBill Mattocks – Host, The Salty Old MarineNext, we welcome Bill Mattocks, host of the popular YouTube show The Salty Old Marine, for a special edition of our monthly Veterans Benefits Hour. Through his YouTube channel, Bill works to educate and empower fellow veterans by discussing VA disability benefits, the claims process, and the challenges veterans face when navigating the VA system.

Have a message for Veterans Radio? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Colonel Demas T. Craw had an active military career in World War II. But his Medal of Honor resulted from a failed peace plan in Morocco, where the French ignored a white flag of truce. The Military History of the Upper Great Lakes wrote about this forgotten hero. That story is the basis of this podcast.

Have a message for Veterans Radio? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Army Veteran Michael Henshaw, founder of Asymmetric MIA Accounting Group, has spent time this year assisting in Ukraine with issues of recovering the remains of those killed. He has learned some lessons to pass along to the Pentagon and policymakers about drone recovery and the U.S. falling behind. Mike talks to host Jim Fausone about the lessons to be learned.

Have a message for Veterans Radio? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! This week on Veterans Radio, host Dale Throneberry welcomes Vietnam veteran, author, and longtime Washington Post columnist Jay Mathews to discuss his recent article, “How Divided Is America? My Veteran’s Cap Says It All.” Jay reflects on his decision to serve during the Vietnam War, along with the people and perspectives he encountered in the Army. Then, Dale welcomes Doc Allen, a U.S. Air Force veteran, physician, and singer-songwriter behind Doc Allen – Chronicles. Doc shares his journey from military service and medicine to creating deeply personal music, as the program highlights his new song, “Farewell My Light.” IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL DISCOVER ✓ Why Jay Mathews believes his Vietnam veteran’s cap reveals something important about America’s divisions and shared values ✓ How Jay’s decision to serve during the Vietnam War introduced him to people and perspectives that shaped his understanding of America ✓ How Doc Allen’s experiences as an Air Force veteran, physician, and firefighter have influenced his songwriting and storytelling ✓ Allen’s uses music to explore personal experiences, emotion, and remembrance, including his featured song, “Farewell My Light” Jay Mathews Vietnam Veteran & Award-Winning Journalist Vietnam War veteran, award-winning journalist, author, and longtime education columnist for The Washington Post, where he has worked since 1971. Jay has written ten books, including the New York Times bestseller Work Hard. Be Nice., and created the Challenge Index rankings of American high schools. His reporting has earned numerous honors, including the Eugene Meyer Award for distinguished service to The Washington Post. In his recent article, “How Divided Is America? My Veteran’s Cap Says It All,” Jay reflects on his Army service during the Vietnam War and how a veteran’s cap has become an unexpected symbol of connection in a divided nation. Doc Allen U.S. Air Force (Ret.) - Singer/Songwriter Retired U.S. Air Force captain, physician, former wildland firefighter, and singer-songwriter behind Doc Allen – Chronicles. Raised in California’s Sierra Nevada mountains, Doc has lived a diverse life spanning military service, medicine, engineering, and music. In the 1980s, he helped pioneer early digital music technology before a service-related injury caused partial hearing loss that kept him away from music for years. With improved hearing technology, Doc returned to songwriting, creating cinematic country-soul music inspired by faith, loss, love, and personal experiences. He joins Veterans Radio to share his musical journey and highlight his new song, “Farewell My Light.”

Have a message for Veterans Radio? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Conrad Begaye, Army Ranger, received the Silver Star making the Rangers and his Navajo nation proud. This story highlights the heritage and courage of Native American soldiers.

Have a message for Veterans Radio? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Army combat veteran and ordained chaplain JP Kotsko discusses the need to included trauma-informed care into military medic training. This helps with the question "Am I going to be OK?". JP talks to host Jim Fausone about his service in the West Virgina National Guard and lessons learned about using psychological first aid skills.

Have a message for Veterans Radio? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! This week on Veterans Radio, host Shelly Rood takes you to the NHRA Great Lakes Nationals at U.S. 131 Motorsports Park in Martin, Michigan, then sits down with Army veteran Dawn Klein for a candid conversation about what it means to be hardcore and at ease. Shelly recaps a rainout, a return trip, and a record-setting Monday. She shares the comeback stories, signing a military tribute car through SCAG Racing’s Simply the Brave program, and the permission slip she took home: give yourself permission to work on the foundation before you chase the next level. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL DISCOVER ✓ What it was like to witness a historic 346.95 MPH NHRA drag racing run and the inspiring comeback stories behind the competition ✓ How the lessons of preparation, perseverance, and resilience on the racetrack can apply to everyday life ✓ What Army veteran Dawn Klein experienced transporting tanks, munitions, and essential supplies throughout Germany during her 27 years of military service ✓ How Dawn overcame expectations and challenges as a woman in the Army, and why humor, faith, and recognition remain important to her life after service Dawn Klein U.S. Army (Ret.) - Transportation Soldier Dawn Klein served on and off for 27 years as a transportation soldier, hauling tanks, munitions, and blood throughout Germany. Dawn shares what it was like to challenge expectations as a woman in the military, take pride in her responsibilities, and navigate life after service. Through humor, faith, and determination, she offers a candid perspective on resilience, finding purpose, and making sure women veterans receive the recognition they deserve. Shelly Rood Host - Hardcore & At Ease Shelly C. Rood served across 16 years as a U.S. Army Reserves Intelligence Officer — Captain, Company Commander, and S2 — leading covert briefings overseas and overseeing security programs for nearly 4,000 soldiers. A Distinguished Military Graduate of Western Michigan University and a third-generation Detroit business owner, she brought that same standard of leadership into the private sector. She is the founder of a training and leadership development company, Mission Ambition, LLC, creator of the Others Over Self® leadership mindset, and the architect of Be At Ease, Woman Veteran™, a peer support program serving military women since 2019. She is host of Hardcore and At Ease, and author of Mission Wildflower 🌻. Today she leads a team of veterans who continue to serve beyond the uniform.

Have a message for Veterans Radio? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! The WWII Battle of Wake Island in December 1941 caught the American military by surprise. The men on the island and in the fight came from all across the nation. There were a number of Utah residents involved in that battle. This interview tells that story, which is both tragic and heroic.

Have a message for Veterans Radio? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! U.S Air Force Veteran and historian, Joseph Neussendorfer, writes about how military engineering impacted early America but still impacts us today. His article was published in the Engineering Society of Detroit Fall 2026 magazine. This article was converted into a AI discussion of key points.

Have a message for Veterans Radio? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Michael Henshaw, founder of Asymmetric MIA Accounting Group (AMAG) talks about why he started AMAG to assist in recovery and identification of MIAs. He explains work in the Phillipines and in Ukraine. Mike explains to host Jim Fausone there are about 39,000 potentially recoverable remains of US servicemembers mostly from WWII. He mentions that private entities like AMAG maybe able to work in areas the US Government cannot and it can use new faster technologies.