web01.fireside.fm Tue, 14 Apr 2026 22:13:32 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Tango Alpha Lima Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “Family” https://tangoalphalima.fireside.fm/tags/family Mon, 08 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0400 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 en-us episodic A podcast for and by military veterans and service members, brought to you by The American Legion The American Legion 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 no veterans, military service, The American Legion, community, transition, PTSD, service members, careers, military life, Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, Space Force National Guard, Reserves, DoD, defense, national security, veterans service organizations, VA benefits The American Legion hsoria@legion.org Episode 280: How to create a mission-driven business that turns a profit https://tangoalphalima.fireside.fm/280 c6d2952d-b6d9-4c95-9831-75c95a57c278 Mon, 08 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0400 The American Legion 280 How to create a mission-driven business that turns a profit full 6 The American Legion Tango Alpha Lima is a podcast from The American Legion. Learn more at www.legion.org/tangoalphalima. 33:59 no Veterans and transitioning servicemembers often face challenges when seeking civilian careers. Air Force veteran Charlynda Scales found her business niche while honoring the legacy of her grandfather, a Korean War veteran. With no formal training in the food industry, she relied on her military experience to adapt, execute, and lead, bringing her vision to life. Her business, Mutt’s Sauce, is rooted in service, resilience and a sense of purpose. Learn more about how she developed her mission, her path to success and more in the first episode of Veteran Entrepreneurs, a special four-part podcast series from The American Legion Tango Alpha Lima podcast. Special Guest: Charlynda Scales. military, veteran, post-9/11, GWOT, American Legion, service, entrepreneur, small business, community, 888th, history, family, legacy, brand, community, mentorship, multi-generational support, pivot, pandemic, e-commerce, business incubator, commercial kitchen Veterans and transitioning servicemembers often face challenges when seeking civilian careers. Air Force veteran Charlynda Scales found her business niche while honoring the legacy of her grandfather, a Korean War veteran. With no formal training in the food industry, she relied on her military experience to adapt, execute, and lead, bringing her vision to life. Her business, Mutt’s Sauce, is rooted in service, resilience and a sense of purpose. Learn more about how she developed her mission, her path to success and more in the first episode of Veteran Entrepreneurs, a special four-part podcast series from The American Legion Tango Alpha Lima podcast.

Special Guest: Charlynda Scales.

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Special Guest: Charlynda Scales.

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]]> Episode 216: Tango Alpha Lima: Wounded veteran and powerlifting champ Omar 'Crispy' Avila https://tangoalphalima.fireside.fm/216 2ee43317-8dff-4430-a009-b836222abe64 Tue, 04 Jun 2024 06:30:00 -0400 The American Legion 216 Tango Alpha Lima: Wounded veteran and powerlifting champ Omar 'Crispy' Avila full 5 The American Legion Tango Alpha Lima is a podcast from The American Legion. Learn more at www.legion.org/tangoalphalima. 1:19:48 no Bravo Zulu to the American Legion Family of Arizona Post 136 for support of their community THE INTERVIEW Sgt. Omar Avila, is an Army veteran who survived an IED blast that resulted in burns over 75% of his body and the amputation of right leg. Better known as "Crispy," Avila joins the podcast to talk about his story of recovery, success as a paralympic athlete and his life of service dedicated to his country and his fellow veterans. SCUTTLEBUTT Toxic Exposure Screenings: Veterans Report Spotty Follow-Up on Questionnaire Meant to Boost Health Care and Benefits So does the Air Force have new aces now? 'Tales from the Grid Square' brings servicemembers stories of the supernatural to the masses Special Guest: Omar "Crispy" Avila. military, veteran, post-9/11, GWOT, American Legion, service, community, Star Wars, Luke Skywalker, Bravo Zulu, food pantry, community, Arizona IED, self-reflection, patience, thankfulness, forgiveness, survivor guilt, mental health, Paralympic athlete, weightlifting, world record, deadlift, bench press, powerlifting, stem cell treatment, pain management, prosthetic, TBI, family, support system, toxic exposure, PACT Act, medical screening, agent orange, burn pit, service officer, Aces, fighter jets, missile defense, UFO, paranormal, UAP Bravo Zulu to the American Legion Family of Arizona Post 136 for support of their community

THE INTERVIEW
Sgt. Omar Avila, is an Army veteran who survived an IED blast that resulted in burns over 75% of his body and the amputation of right leg.

Better known as "Crispy," Avila joins the podcast to talk about his story of recovery, success as a paralympic athlete and his life of service dedicated to his country and his fellow veterans.

SCUTTLEBUTT
Toxic Exposure Screenings: Veterans Report Spotty Follow-Up on Questionnaire Meant to Boost Health Care and Benefits

So does the Air Force have new aces now?

'Tales from the Grid Square' brings servicemembers stories of the supernatural to the masses

Special Guest: Omar "Crispy" Avila.

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THE INTERVIEW
Sgt. Omar Avila, is an Army veteran who survived an IED blast that resulted in burns over 75% of his body and the amputation of right leg.

Better known as "Crispy," Avila joins the podcast to talk about his story of recovery, success as a paralympic athlete and his life of service dedicated to his country and his fellow veterans.

SCUTTLEBUTT
Toxic Exposure Screenings: Veterans Report Spotty Follow-Up on Questionnaire Meant to Boost Health Care and Benefits

So does the Air Force have new aces now?

'Tales from the Grid Square' brings servicemembers stories of the supernatural to the masses

Special Guest: Omar "Crispy" Avila.

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]]> Episode 201: Tango Alpha Lima: Actor and comedian Rob Riggle https://tangoalphalima.fireside.fm/201 a483005a-b307-4373-aaf6-2a075d7dfc2f Tue, 20 Feb 2024 06:45:00 -0500 The American Legion 201 Tango Alpha Lima: Actor and comedian Rob Riggle full 5 The American Legion Tango Alpha Lima is a podcast from The American Legion. Learn more at www.legion.org/tangoalphalima. 43:48 no TROLL PATROL We discuss shopping for the perfect post and how posts are evolving away from the smoky bar stereotype to attract younger members. ZERO CHAT THIRTY Marine Corps veteran, “The Hangover” actor and comedian Rob Riggle talks about his military service and his work as an entertainer – plus, learns a few tips on accessing his military benefits. SCUTTLEBUTT Presidents who served: Commanders-in-chief with military experience prior to taking office. Foods you never knew were invented by the military The Culper Spy Ring and Agent 355 Special Guest: Rob Riggle. military, veteran, post-9/11, GWOT, American Legion, service, community, ants, community, family, President, Commander-in-chief, wwi, wwii, military food, culper spy ring, revolutionary war, improv, military family, FOB, USO tour, stand-up comedian, Minot, dating in North Dakota, Robin Williams, combat camera, Big Slick, Miller Light SuperBowl, TAPs, President, snacks, Revolutionary War, spies, TURN, Culpeper Spy Ring TROLL PATROL
We discuss shopping for the perfect post and how posts are evolving away from the smoky bar stereotype to attract younger members.

ZERO CHAT THIRTY
Marine Corps veteran, “The Hangover” actor and comedian Rob Riggle talks about his military service and his work as an entertainer – plus, learns a few tips on accessing his military benefits.

SCUTTLEBUTT
Presidents who served: Commanders-in-chief with military experience prior to taking office.
Foods you never knew were invented by the military
The Culper Spy Ring and Agent 355

Special Guest: Rob Riggle.

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We discuss shopping for the perfect post and how posts are evolving away from the smoky bar stereotype to attract younger members.

ZERO CHAT THIRTY
Marine Corps veteran, “The Hangover” actor and comedian Rob Riggle talks about his military service and his work as an entertainer – plus, learns a few tips on accessing his military benefits.

SCUTTLEBUTT
Presidents who served: Commanders-in-chief with military experience prior to taking office.
Foods you never knew were invented by the military
The Culper Spy Ring and Agent 355

Special Guest: Rob Riggle.

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]]> Episode 116: Tango Alpha Lima: Actress and comedian Ashley Gutermuth https://tangoalphalima.fireside.fm/116 705c5f06-14a1-4687-ac65-60495db30d16 Tue, 12 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -0400 The American Legion 116 Tango Alpha Lima: Actress and comedian Ashley Gutermuth full 3 The American Legion Tango Alpha Lima is a podcast from The American Legion hosted by post-9/11 veterans. Learn more at www.legion.org/tangoalphalima. 54:39 no IN THE NEWS In honor of the start of a new Legion membership year, Jeff and Ashely share membership stories and invite the Alphas to share their own membership stories. THIS WEEK'S GUEST We're doubling down on our Ashlies this week with our guest, New Jersey-based actress, voice-over artist and stand-up comedian Ashley Gutermuth. Ashley is married to a career Air Force reservist, and she's rapidly building an online following with her unique take on spouse and military humor, and she's quickly carving out a name for herself with her inside-military jokes. RAPID FIRE June American Legion Impact Report highlights career events and legislative wins on Capitol Hill. Army backpedals on policy dropping High School diploma requirement WWII Medal of Honor recipient Herschel "Woody" Williams lies in honor at U.S. Capitol Special Guest: Ashley Gutermuth. military, veteran, post-9/11, commentary, topical, American Legion, veterans service, community, community service, non-profit, membership, post, community, Capitol Hill, legislation, family, comedy, stand-up, Seinfeld, The Tonight Show, Jimmie Fallon, military spouse, Instagram, British Comedy, Monty Python, PBS, As Time Goes By, Are You Being Served, Eddie Izzard, Pittsburgh Steelers, Air Force Reserve, base housing, Air Force Wife Handbook, Army Wife Handbook, change of command ceremony, tub scene, alligator, wild boars, Warner Robbins, Joint Base Lewis-McCord, McGuire AFB, roosters, reveille, voice-over acting, Armed Services Arts Partnership, running, environment, litter, environment, TBI, MOH, Woody Williams, WWII IN THE NEWS
In honor of the start of a new Legion membership year, Jeff and Ashely share membership stories and invite the Alphas to share their own membership stories.

THIS WEEK'S GUEST
We're doubling down on our Ashlies this week with our guest, New Jersey-based actress, voice-over artist and stand-up comedian Ashley Gutermuth.

Ashley is married to a career Air Force reservist, and she's rapidly building an online following with her unique take on spouse and military humor, and she's quickly carving out a name for herself with her inside-military jokes.

RAPID FIRE
June American Legion Impact Report highlights career events and legislative wins on Capitol Hill.
Army backpedals on policy dropping High School diploma requirement
WWII Medal of Honor recipient Herschel "Woody" Williams lies in honor at U.S. Capitol

Special Guest: Ashley Gutermuth.

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In honor of the start of a new Legion membership year, Jeff and Ashely share membership stories and invite the Alphas to share their own membership stories.

THIS WEEK'S GUEST
We're doubling down on our Ashlies this week with our guest, New Jersey-based actress, voice-over artist and stand-up comedian Ashley Gutermuth.

Ashley is married to a career Air Force reservist, and she's rapidly building an online following with her unique take on spouse and military humor, and she's quickly carving out a name for herself with her inside-military jokes.

RAPID FIRE
June American Legion Impact Report highlights career events and legislative wins on Capitol Hill.
Army backpedals on policy dropping High School diploma requirement
WWII Medal of Honor recipient Herschel "Woody" Williams lies in honor at U.S. Capitol

Special Guest: Ashley Gutermuth.

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