Oscar Mike Radio Episode 500: Semper Gumby, Rolling Thunder, and the Power of Veteran Advocacy
Episode 500 of Oscar Mike Radio is more than a milestone, it’s a celebration of the people who have helped make this journey possible.
The day began with my longtime friend and supporter, Mistress Carrie. A media professional with decades of experience in radio, music, production, and podcasting, Carrie has joined me for every 100th episode of Oscar Mike Radio. We met at the USMC Scout Sniper Association Skydive Event at Jumptown in Orange, Massachusetts to start the taping of number 500. We talked about her unwavering support of veterans, and stories that demonstrate how civilians and women play an essential role in strengthening the veteran community.
After leaving Orange and fitting in a training session for the Bay State Games, I headed to Foxborough, MA to spend time with Rolling Thunder MA Chapter 2.
Their mission to educate the public about POW/MIA issues and support veterans from every generation was on full display. From the POW Pledge of Allegiance to the Missing Man Table Ceremony, every moment served as a powerful reminder that remembrance is not a one-day event, it is a lifelong commitment.
What stood out to me most was seeing so many passionate advocates who never wore the uniform. Women, family members, and civilians stood shoulder to shoulder with veterans, proving that supporting those who served is a responsibility shared by an entire community.
Sometimes the best days don’t go exactly as planned. In the Marine Corps, we call that “Semper Gumby“, always flexible. Despite schedule changes and unexpected turns, the mission continued, and the people I met along the way reminded me why I started Oscar Mike Radio 500 episodes ago.
My sincere thanks to the members of Rolling Thunder MA Chapter 2 for welcoming me into your family. Thank you as well to Keith Hayes of Sinista1 Productions, Kip Clark of Stride and Saunter, and Nancy Morrison of Nancy’s Nook Podcast for your friendship and support.
To everyone who has listened, shared an episode, appeared as a guest, or believed in this mission over the past 500 episodes, thank you.
We’re still moving forward.
We’re still telling stories that matter.
We’re still Oscar Mike.
We are Mission in Flight.
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