by Travis Partington | Mar 28, 2020 | Podcast
I listened to 107.3 FM WAAF in the Greater Boston area for over 20 years. It went off the airwaves on February 21st, 2020. I wanted to make this podcast as a way of saying thanks for good memories and getting into podcasting. Greg Hill, Spaz, LB, Mike Hsu, and...
by Travis Partington | Mar 28, 2020 | Podcast
In memory of Catherine Walker #186 came from the NY Post article on February 11th, 2020. See link below https://nypost.com/2020/02/11/wife-mu… Catherine Walker’s husband had her killed by his lover in 2014. He wanted the $400,000.00 in insurance money. 6...
by Travis Partington | Feb 25, 2020 | Podcast
Marine Veteran Mike Damon owned his PTSD. He is using what he learned in his journey to create a guide for anyone to use to conquer their inner battles. The guide is written like guides in the military are written. The principles are easy to understand and implement....
by Travis Partington | Feb 7, 2020 | Podcast
I continue my military story with #184 which is about swim qualification in the Marine Corps. Knowing how to swim is kind of important for any Marine. Also, one can’t graduate boot without passing a basic water qualification. I am not the best swimmer and...
by Travis Partington | Jan 24, 2020 | Podcast
Becky Tough has been on #125, # 133 and now 50 podcasts later, # 183. We have talked before about how art can help Veterans. This was special because Becky created some really cool art while we were talking. I really appreciated Becky taking the time to explain how...
by Travis Partington | Jan 20, 2020 | Podcast
Also called Operation Eagle Claw by U.S. Forces, this was Delta Forces first operation that experienced catastrophic failure. Operation Tabas, as it was called by the Persians was an attempt to rescue American hostages taken from the Iran Embassy. I thought it...
by Travis Partington | Jan 20, 2020 | Podcast
David Jones is an Army National Guard Veteran. After serving in the Guard he got with ACD MilServe (https://acdmilserve.com/). ACD stands for American Craft Delivery. ACD MilServe is a B2B company providing logistical support to craft breweries in New England and New...
by Travis Partington | Jan 20, 2020 | Podcast
I talk about meeting David Roberts and Josh Morin at the Volunteers of America Veterans Leadership Dinner on November 14th. David was being honored for his work in raising awareness and funds to support survivors of the Jarheads Motorcycle Club Fallen 7. Joshua was...
by Travis Partington | Jan 20, 2020 | Podcast
Ashley is a returning guest who was on Oscar Mike Radio for #153 (https://oscarmikeradio.com/2019/…). Ashley’s husband, Brian who served in the Navy, passed away in a dive accident. Instead of letting this defeat her, she has used this experience to live...
by Travis Partington | Jan 20, 2020 | Podcast
Jim Tough has been a guest on Oscar Mike Radio in the past. Jim has a new outreach called, From the Edge to Thriving. This is built on people taking action with the challenges in their lives. Thanks for coming on again Jim, keep up the great work you are doing!...
by Travis Partington | Jan 18, 2020 | Podcast
I interviewed three Marines from my Marine Corps League. 1st Lt. Brian McPhillips Detachment 1115 Metro South. Our Marine Corps League is active in the both the Veteran and Civilian community. It was great getting to talk to the Detachment Officers about their...
by Travis Partington | Dec 24, 2019 | Podcast
I shoot archery and have for about 15 years. I am on Reedy’s Archery Veterans Team (https://reedysarchery.com/). Doing archery with other Veterans has been rewarding and a great way to relax and enjoy nature. Chuck Reinhagen and I met at Reedys. He asked me...
by Travis Partington | Dec 21, 2019 | Podcast
Conor Sullivan was a guest on Oscar Mike Radio for #150 (https://oscarmikeradio.com/2019/05/31/150-usaf-veteran-conor-sullivan/). Conor served in the US Air Force working on the Hercules C-130 airplane. During his service, Conor discovered that there was a serious...
by Travis Partington | Dec 4, 2019 | Podcast
Dean and I getting some Freedom going! Sometimes the whole key to this is to be ready. Andrew Farrer, who was on Oscar Mike Radio 158, (https://oscarmikeradio.com/2019/08/02/158-nashville-silkies-hike-with-andrew-farrer/) introduced me to Dean. A few weeks later, Dean...
by Travis Partington | Nov 23, 2019 | Podcast
I was reading the Boston Herald the other day and came across this article about a VA Nurse who was playing video games on her phone while a soldier died. The article also gave detail on a VA nurse in the same facility who was diverting morphine. Not a good day for...
by Travis Partington | Nov 16, 2019 | Podcast
Veterans Day has become Veterans month. I think that is a good thing. It is my hope that in all our hearts and minds that Veterans Day is a year around thing. We as a country are making good progress so let’s keep it going! I am almost caught up. Got a bit...
