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    <title>Tango Alpha Lima Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “Blood Donation”</title>
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    <description>Three Global War on Terrorism veterans interview military veterans and other influencers in the military community who share stories related to transitioning, valor and heroism, mental wellness and overcoming PTSD, accessing VA benefits and much more. Join us each week for vibrant camaraderie, playful joking and hot takes on current events, interesting trends and quirky stories of interest to the military and veteran community.
This weekly podcast is produced by The American Legion. For more stories and videos please visit www.legion.org/tangoalphalima
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    <itunes:summary>Three Global War on Terrorism veterans interview military veterans and other influencers in the military community who share stories related to transitioning, valor and heroism, mental wellness and overcoming PTSD, accessing VA benefits and much more. Join us each week for vibrant camaraderie, playful joking and hot takes on current events, interesting trends and quirky stories of interest to the military and veteran community.
This weekly podcast is produced by The American Legion. For more stories and videos please visit www.legion.org/tangoalphalima
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  <title>Episode 142: Tango Alpha Lima: Vietnam War Silver Star recipient and author Dennis Hoy</title>
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  <description>IN THE NEWS
We welcome former guest, comedian and military spouse Ashley Gutermuth, as the new co-host of the podcast, and get to know her a little better.
THIS WEEK'S GUEST
Silver Star recipient Dennis Hoy, who served in the U.S. Army infantry during the Vietnam War, is our guest. His memoir, “Letters from Vietnam” is based on the letters he wrote home to his new bride and his parents in 1966 and 67.  He shares stories from his book and tells us how he was inspired to write his memoir.
RAPID FIRE
Singing the praises of the Skilcraft pen
Big year for American Legion blood donations
 Special Guest: Dennis Hoy.
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    <![CDATA[<p>IN THE NEWS<br>
We welcome former guest, comedian and military spouse Ashley Gutermuth, as the new co-host of the podcast, and get to know her a little better.</p>

<p>THIS WEEK&#39;S GUEST<br>
Silver Star recipient Dennis Hoy, who served in the U.S. Army infantry during the Vietnam War, is our guest. His memoir, “Letters from Vietnam” is based on the letters he wrote home to his new bride and his parents in 1966 and 67.  He shares stories from his book and tells us how he was inspired to write his memoir.</p>

<p>RAPID FIRE<br>
Singing the praises of the Skilcraft pen<br>
Big year for American Legion blood donations</p><p>Special Guest: Dennis Hoy.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Watch video of this episode on YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/avH4FzNs3-Q">Watch video of this episode on YouTube</a></li><li><a title="Join The American Legion " rel="nofollow" href="http://www.legion.org/join">Join The American Legion </a></li><li><a title="Home - Heroes With Hearing Loss" rel="nofollow" href="https://heroeswithhearingloss.org/">Home - Heroes With Hearing Loss</a></li><li><a title="TAL | Trulaw" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.justicecamplejeune.com/TAL/">TAL | Trulaw</a></li><li><a title="Letters from Vietnam: Hoy, Dennis: 9781543498660: Amazon.com: Books" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.amazon.com/Letters-Vietnam-Dennis-Hoy/dp/1543498663">Letters from Vietnam: Hoy, Dennis: 9781543498660: Amazon.com: Books</a></li><li><a title="Be the One | The American Legion" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.legion.org/betheone">Be the One | The American Legion</a></li><li><a title="Why the Skilcraft Pen Has Been Used by the Military for 55 Years | Military.com" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.military.com/history/why-skilcraft-pen-has-been-used-military-55-years.html">Why the Skilcraft Pen Has Been Used by the Military for 55 Years | Military.com</a></li><li><a title="Government Pen PSA - YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t_HdenZO1q0&amp;t=20s">Government Pen PSA - YouTube</a></li><li><a title="Big year for Legion blood donations | The American Legion" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.legion.org/security/257809/big-year-legion-blood-donations">Big year for Legion blood donations | The American Legion</a></li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>IN THE NEWS<br>
We welcome former guest, comedian and military spouse Ashley Gutermuth, as the new co-host of the podcast, and get to know her a little better.</p>

<p>THIS WEEK&#39;S GUEST<br>
Silver Star recipient Dennis Hoy, who served in the U.S. Army infantry during the Vietnam War, is our guest. His memoir, “Letters from Vietnam” is based on the letters he wrote home to his new bride and his parents in 1966 and 67.  He shares stories from his book and tells us how he was inspired to write his memoir.</p>

<p>RAPID FIRE<br>
Singing the praises of the Skilcraft pen<br>
Big year for American Legion blood donations</p><p>Special Guest: Dennis Hoy.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Watch video of this episode on YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/avH4FzNs3-Q">Watch video of this episode on YouTube</a></li><li><a title="Join The American Legion " rel="nofollow" href="http://www.legion.org/join">Join The American Legion </a></li><li><a title="Home - Heroes With Hearing Loss" rel="nofollow" href="https://heroeswithhearingloss.org/">Home - Heroes With Hearing Loss</a></li><li><a title="TAL | Trulaw" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.justicecamplejeune.com/TAL/">TAL | Trulaw</a></li><li><a title="Letters from Vietnam: Hoy, Dennis: 9781543498660: Amazon.com: Books" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.amazon.com/Letters-Vietnam-Dennis-Hoy/dp/1543498663">Letters from Vietnam: Hoy, Dennis: 9781543498660: Amazon.com: Books</a></li><li><a title="Be the One | The American Legion" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.legion.org/betheone">Be the One | The American Legion</a></li><li><a title="Why the Skilcraft Pen Has Been Used by the Military for 55 Years | Military.com" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.military.com/history/why-skilcraft-pen-has-been-used-military-55-years.html">Why the Skilcraft Pen Has Been Used by the Military for 55 Years | Military.com</a></li><li><a title="Government Pen PSA - YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t_HdenZO1q0&amp;t=20s">Government Pen PSA - YouTube</a></li><li><a title="Big year for Legion blood donations | The American Legion" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.legion.org/security/257809/big-year-legion-blood-donations">Big year for Legion blood donations | The American Legion</a></li></ul>]]>
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  <title>Episode 95: Tango Alpha Lima: "Tough as Nails" champ Lia Mort</title>
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  <itunes:duration>58:16</itunes:duration>
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  <description>IN THE NEWS
In this week's Women's History Month spotlight, Ashley celebrates the service Anna Mae Hays, who, in 1970, became the first woman promoted to Brigadier General in the U.S. Armed Forces. 
THIS WEEK'S GUEST
U.S. Army Reserve Chief Warrant Officer 3 Lia Mort, the winner of season 3 the CBS television competition series "Tough as Nails,"  joins Jeff and Ashley to talk about her military background, her reality show experience, her Pennsylvania farm and her plans for the future.
RAPID FIRE
Army veteran combines military skills and conspiracy to prep civilians for a 'pending' Civil War
Navy commander dresses up like pro wrestlers to present awards to sailors 
FDA lifts ban, allows more veterans to donate blood
 Special Guest: Lia Mort.
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    <![CDATA[<p>IN THE NEWS<br>
In this week&#39;s Women&#39;s History Month spotlight, Ashley celebrates the service Anna Mae Hays, who, in 1970, became the first woman promoted to Brigadier General in the U.S. Armed Forces. </p>

<p>THIS WEEK&#39;S GUEST<br>
U.S. Army Reserve Chief Warrant Officer 3 Lia Mort, the winner of season 3 the CBS television competition series &quot;Tough as Nails,&quot;  joins Jeff and Ashley to talk about her military background, her reality show experience, her Pennsylvania farm and her plans for the future.</p>

<p>RAPID FIRE<br>
Army veteran combines military skills and conspiracy to prep civilians for a &#39;pending&#39; Civil War<br>
Navy commander dresses up like pro wrestlers to present awards to sailors <br>
FDA lifts ban, allows more veterans to donate blood</p><p>Special Guest: Lia Mort.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Watch video of this episode on YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/2x1X9dy2HpA">Watch video of this episode on YouTube</a></li><li><a title="Send us your feedback!" rel="nofollow" href="https://tangoalphalima.fireside.fm/contact">Send us your feedback!</a></li><li><a title="From Patriot to Pioneer: Brigadier General Anna Mae Hays - Army Heritage Center Foundation" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.armyheritage.org/soldier-stories/from-patriot-to-pioneer-brigadier-general-anna-mae-hays/">From Patriot to Pioneer: Brigadier General Anna Mae Hays - Army Heritage Center Foundation</a></li><li><a title="Join The American Legion " rel="nofollow" href="http://www.legion.org/join">Join The American Legion </a></li><li><a title="Tough As Nails (Official Site) Watch on CBS" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.cbs.com/shows/tough-as-nails/">Tough As Nails (Official Site) Watch on CBS</a></li><li><a title="U.S. Army civilian wins championship on ‘Tough as Nails’ television competition | Article | The United States Army" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.army.mil/article/253056/u_s_army_civilian_wins_championship_on_tough_as_nails_television_competition">U.S. Army civilian wins championship on ‘Tough as Nails’ television competition | Article | The United States Army</a></li><li><a title="Farm in da Woodz - Home" rel="nofollow" href="https://farmindawoodz.com/index.html">Farm in da Woodz - Home</a></li><li><a title="American Legion Victory Post 25 | Facebook" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/American-Legion-Victory-Post-25-989077561126181/">American Legion Victory Post 25 | Facebook</a></li><li><a title="Find a Service Officer" rel="nofollow" href="https://mylegion.org/PersonifyEbusiness/Find-a-Service-Officer">Find a Service Officer</a></li><li><a title="Navy commander dresses up like pro wrestlers to present awards to sailors" rel="nofollow" href="https://taskandpurpose.com/mandatory-fun/navy-chung-hoon-david-hollon-wrestler/">Navy commander dresses up like pro wrestlers to present awards to sailors</a></li><li><a title="New eligibility requirements allow more veterans to donate blood | The American Legion" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.legion.org/news/254961/new-eligibility-requirements-allow-more-veterans-donate-blood">New eligibility requirements allow more veterans to donate blood | The American Legion</a></li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>IN THE NEWS<br>
In this week&#39;s Women&#39;s History Month spotlight, Ashley celebrates the service Anna Mae Hays, who, in 1970, became the first woman promoted to Brigadier General in the U.S. Armed Forces. </p>

<p>THIS WEEK&#39;S GUEST<br>
U.S. Army Reserve Chief Warrant Officer 3 Lia Mort, the winner of season 3 the CBS television competition series &quot;Tough as Nails,&quot;  joins Jeff and Ashley to talk about her military background, her reality show experience, her Pennsylvania farm and her plans for the future.</p>

<p>RAPID FIRE<br>
Army veteran combines military skills and conspiracy to prep civilians for a &#39;pending&#39; Civil War<br>
Navy commander dresses up like pro wrestlers to present awards to sailors <br>
FDA lifts ban, allows more veterans to donate blood</p><p>Special Guest: Lia Mort.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Watch video of this episode on YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/2x1X9dy2HpA">Watch video of this episode on YouTube</a></li><li><a title="Send us your feedback!" rel="nofollow" href="https://tangoalphalima.fireside.fm/contact">Send us your feedback!</a></li><li><a title="From Patriot to Pioneer: Brigadier General Anna Mae Hays - Army Heritage Center Foundation" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.armyheritage.org/soldier-stories/from-patriot-to-pioneer-brigadier-general-anna-mae-hays/">From Patriot to Pioneer: Brigadier General Anna Mae Hays - Army Heritage Center Foundation</a></li><li><a title="Join The American Legion " rel="nofollow" href="http://www.legion.org/join">Join The American Legion </a></li><li><a title="Tough As Nails (Official Site) Watch on CBS" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.cbs.com/shows/tough-as-nails/">Tough As Nails (Official Site) Watch on CBS</a></li><li><a title="U.S. Army civilian wins championship on ‘Tough as Nails’ television competition | Article | The United States Army" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.army.mil/article/253056/u_s_army_civilian_wins_championship_on_tough_as_nails_television_competition">U.S. Army civilian wins championship on ‘Tough as Nails’ television competition | Article | The United States Army</a></li><li><a title="Farm in da Woodz - Home" rel="nofollow" href="https://farmindawoodz.com/index.html">Farm in da Woodz - Home</a></li><li><a title="American Legion Victory Post 25 | Facebook" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/American-Legion-Victory-Post-25-989077561126181/">American Legion Victory Post 25 | Facebook</a></li><li><a title="Find a Service Officer" rel="nofollow" href="https://mylegion.org/PersonifyEbusiness/Find-a-Service-Officer">Find a Service Officer</a></li><li><a title="Navy commander dresses up like pro wrestlers to present awards to sailors" rel="nofollow" href="https://taskandpurpose.com/mandatory-fun/navy-chung-hoon-david-hollon-wrestler/">Navy commander dresses up like pro wrestlers to present awards to sailors</a></li><li><a title="New eligibility requirements allow more veterans to donate blood | The American Legion" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.legion.org/news/254961/new-eligibility-requirements-allow-more-veterans-donate-blood">New eligibility requirements allow more veterans to donate blood | The American Legion</a></li></ul>]]>
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