Veterans Radio

06/08/2026

Today, we remember Medal of Honor recipient Major General Bruce P. Crandall, who passed away on May 31 at the age of 92. We aired this Medal of Honor reading on Maj. Gen. Crandall during a commercial break on October 13, 2007.

During the Battle of la Drang in Vietnam, then-Major Crandall repeatedly flew his unarmed helicopter into intense enemy fire to deliver ammunition and evacuate wounded soldiers. Despite the danger, he continued flying mission after mission, saving countless lives and inspiring the men on the ground to keep fighting.

This MOH series reading honors the extraordinary courage that earned Crandall our nation's highest award for valor.

Rest easy, sir. Your legacy endures.

06/06/2026

Confused about VA disability benefits, claims, appeals, or available resources? This Monthly Veterans Benefits Hour brings together host Dale Throneberry, Brig. Gen. Carol Ann Fausone (ret.), and Rick Sherak, CEO of Exokinetics, to answer veterans' questions and discuss important topics affecting the veteran community. You'll also hear how mobility solutions by Zeen are helping veterans regain independence, confidence, and dignity.

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06/04/2026

From The Archives: Merle Eastman | Surviving Typhoon Cobra | Describing a Holy Moment

Merle Eastman shares a powerful moment of faith and humanity during Typhoon Cobra that stayed with him forever.

Listen to the full episode! https://bit.ly/3LQDKtv

06/04/2026

A federal appeals court has issued a split decision on the administration's transgender military policy.

The D.C. Circuit ruled that active-duty transgender troops can remain in service for now, calling the discharge policy "arbitrary." However, the Pentagon can still block new enlistments. Secretary Pete Hegseth responded: "See you at SCOTUS."

On a recent Veterans Radio episode, host Jim Fausone spoke with Elliott Rattner, the Navy JAG Corps' first openly transgender man. Elliott shared his story of serving 10 years as a linguist before policy shifts ultimately forced him to leave the Navy.

Read More (The Guardian): https://bit.ly/4o5LFlb

Elliott Ratner Interview: https://bit.ly/3Q2LeLR

This week, host Jim Fausone interviews Lawrence Miller from Trek For Vets Coffee, along with Elliott Rattner, attorney and U.S. Navy Veteran.

05/30/2026

As global conflicts and shifting alliances continue to challenge America's place on the world stage, understanding U.S. foreign policy has never been more important. Dr. Rebecca Grant joins Veterans Radio to share her perspective on Today's international landscape.

Following the passing of Vietnam veteran and advocate, Diane Carlson Evans on May 20, 2026, we revisit a conversation in which she reflects on her service and fight to establish the Vietnam Women's Memorial.

Listen LIVE on Sundays at 5 pm ET or stream the podcast anytime! For episode and listening info, visit the link below.

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05/29/2026

Frozen terrain, fierce combat, and a turning point in the war — the Battle of the Bulge tested soldiers in some of the harshest conditions of World War II.

In our Veterans Radio episode, we talk with Dr. Robert Citino, Senior Historian at the National WWII Museum, about the real stories behind the battles and keeping their meaning alive for future generations.

Listen to the full conversation here 🎧https://veteransradio.org/wwii-pows-interned-stateside-and-wwii-historical-museum-in-new-orleans/

Read more about Lucky Strike and its summer release 🎥 https://www.foxnews.com/outkick-culture/intense-violent-preview-released-new-wwii-movie-battle-bulge

05/28/2026

As new World War II storytelling continues to capture national attention, including the recently announced Tom Hanks–led docuseries, it’s a great time to revisit our conversation with the National WWII Museum.

In this episode, we spoke with the museum’s director about the importance of preserving history and sharing powerful stories from the war — efforts that continue to resonate today as new projects explore fresh perspectives.

Check out that Veterans Radio episode here 🎧https://veteransradio.org/wwii-pows-interned-stateside-and-wwii-historical-museum-in-new-orleans/

Read more about the new docuseries 🎥https://www.navytimes.com/veterans/military-history/2026/05/21/tom-hanks-led-world-war-ii-docuseries-set-to-debut-over-memorial-day/

05/25/2026

Two popular Veterans Radio hosts om Memorial Day.

05/23/2026

This Memorial weekend, Veterans Radio presents a special From The Archives episode, honoring the legacy of America's veterans and fallen heroes. Featuring Dale Throneberry's interview with legendary war correspondent Joseph Galloway; and the late Gary Lillie's conversation with Arlington National Cemetery founder & webmaster Michael Patterson, this powerful episode explores sacrifice, remembrance, and the enduring meaning of service.

Listen LIVE on Sundays at 5 pm ET or stream the podcast anytime! For episode and listening info, visit the link below.

https://ow.ly/RlTK50Z2Lcg

05/22/2026

From The Archives: Joe Galloway | Flying Every Mission + Saigon Experience

Joe Galloway reflects on going on missions and what reporting from Saigon was really like during the Vietnam War.

Listen to the full episode! https://bit.ly/3Oas2KN