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    <title>Tango Alpha Lima Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “Lived Experience”</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 200: Tango Alpha Lima: Rutgers U. Veteran &amp; Military Services Assistant Director Bryan Adams</title>
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Why it's important for busy veterans to make time for volunteering in the veteran community.
ZERO CHAT THIRTY
Army veteran Bryan Adams, who famously appeared in the 2008 IAVA Ad Council PSA "Alone", shares how his advocacy for veteran services on college campuses, his experience as a Pat Tillman Foundation Scholar, and his own recovery from combat wounds and PTSD led him to his position as Assistant Director of Rutgers University Office of Veteran and Military Programs and Services.
Adams discusses how his position allows him to help other veterans as they navigate transition from the military and using their GI Bill benefits. 
SCUTTLEBUTT
Remembering "Thunder Throat" the Army veteran known for movie trailer voiceovers 
Love, American Legion Style – a Valentine's Day truer than the Red, White and Blue.
Turtle Power - history of American submariners Special Guest: Bryan Adams.
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    <![CDATA[<p>TROLL PATROL<br>
Why it&#39;s important for busy veterans to make time for volunteering in the veteran community.</p>

<p>ZERO CHAT THIRTY<br>
Army veteran Bryan Adams, who famously appeared in the 2008 IAVA Ad Council PSA &quot;Alone&quot;, shares how his advocacy for veteran services on college campuses, his experience as a Pat Tillman Foundation Scholar, and his own recovery from combat wounds and PTSD led him to his position as Assistant Director of Rutgers University Office of Veteran and Military Programs and Services.</p>

<p>Adams discusses how his position allows him to help other veterans as they navigate transition from the military and using their GI Bill benefits. </p>

<p>SCUTTLEBUTT<br>
Remembering &quot;Thunder Throat&quot; the Army veteran known for movie trailer voiceovers <br>
Love, American Legion Style – a Valentine&#39;s Day truer than the Red, White and Blue.<br>
Turtle Power - history of American submariners</p><p>Special Guest: Bryan Adams.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Watch video of this episode on YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/G__Xz23slBw">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="The American Legion and Wellcare Medicare Advantage plans for Legionnaires | Wellcare" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.wellcarenow.com/veterans/?cid=CMT84543">The American Legion and Wellcare Medicare Advantage plans for Legionnaires | Wellcare</a></li><li><a title="Home | Office of Veteran and Military Programs and Services" rel="nofollow" href="https://veterans.rutgers.edu/">Home | Office of Veteran and Military Programs and Services</a></li><li><a title="Watch the 2008 PSA - Alone" rel="nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/fDbqLul97Fg?si=a62cPUOkRy3DxFC4">Watch the 2008 PSA - Alone</a></li><li><a title="Building The Next Generation Of Leaders | Pat Tillman Foundation" rel="nofollow" href="https://pattillmanfoundation.org/">Building The Next Generation Of Leaders | Pat Tillman Foundation</a></li><li><a title="Active Minds - Changing the conversation about mental health" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.activeminds.org/">Active Minds - Changing the conversation about mental health</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="Don LaFontaine - Wikipedia" rel="nofollow" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Don_LaFontaine">Don LaFontaine - Wikipedia</a></li><li><a title="Utah’s department commander, president truly make up a Legion Family  | The American Legion" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.legion.org/news/259320/utah%E2%80%99s-department-commander-president-truly-make-legion-family%C2%A0">Utah’s department commander, president truly make up a Legion Family  | The American Legion</a></li><li><a title="“Turtle” Submarine | Connecticut River Museum" rel="nofollow" href="https://ctrivermuseum.org/turtle-submarine/">“Turtle” Submarine | Connecticut River Museum</a></li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>TROLL PATROL<br>
Why it&#39;s important for busy veterans to make time for volunteering in the veteran community.</p>

<p>ZERO CHAT THIRTY<br>
Army veteran Bryan Adams, who famously appeared in the 2008 IAVA Ad Council PSA &quot;Alone&quot;, shares how his advocacy for veteran services on college campuses, his experience as a Pat Tillman Foundation Scholar, and his own recovery from combat wounds and PTSD led him to his position as Assistant Director of Rutgers University Office of Veteran and Military Programs and Services.</p>

<p>Adams discusses how his position allows him to help other veterans as they navigate transition from the military and using their GI Bill benefits. </p>

<p>SCUTTLEBUTT<br>
Remembering &quot;Thunder Throat&quot; the Army veteran known for movie trailer voiceovers <br>
Love, American Legion Style – a Valentine&#39;s Day truer than the Red, White and Blue.<br>
Turtle Power - history of American submariners</p><p>Special Guest: Bryan Adams.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Watch video of this episode on YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/G__Xz23slBw">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="The American Legion and Wellcare Medicare Advantage plans for Legionnaires | Wellcare" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.wellcarenow.com/veterans/?cid=CMT84543">The American Legion and Wellcare Medicare Advantage plans for Legionnaires | Wellcare</a></li><li><a title="Home | Office of Veteran and Military Programs and Services" rel="nofollow" href="https://veterans.rutgers.edu/">Home | Office of Veteran and Military Programs and Services</a></li><li><a title="Watch the 2008 PSA - Alone" rel="nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/fDbqLul97Fg?si=a62cPUOkRy3DxFC4">Watch the 2008 PSA - Alone</a></li><li><a title="Building The Next Generation Of Leaders | Pat Tillman Foundation" rel="nofollow" href="https://pattillmanfoundation.org/">Building The Next Generation Of Leaders | Pat Tillman Foundation</a></li><li><a title="Active Minds - Changing the conversation about mental health" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.activeminds.org/">Active Minds - Changing the conversation about mental health</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="Don LaFontaine - Wikipedia" rel="nofollow" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Don_LaFontaine">Don LaFontaine - Wikipedia</a></li><li><a title="Utah’s department commander, president truly make up a Legion Family  | The American Legion" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.legion.org/news/259320/utah%E2%80%99s-department-commander-president-truly-make-legion-family%C2%A0">Utah’s department commander, president truly make up a Legion Family  | The American Legion</a></li><li><a title="“Turtle” Submarine | Connecticut River Museum" rel="nofollow" href="https://ctrivermuseum.org/turtle-submarine/">“Turtle” Submarine | Connecticut River Museum</a></li></ul>]]>
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  <title>Episode 192: Tango Alpha Lima: America’s Resilience Coach Kristen Christy</title>
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  <pubDate>Tue, 05 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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  <itunes:duration>1:05:35</itunes:duration>
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  <description>IN THE NEWS
National Membership &amp;amp; Post Activities Committee Chairman Matt Jabaut of Maine guest hosts the first of two episodes. He'll talk about membership, the 21st Century Committe and the origins of the podcast and other ways The American Legion is connecting with new generations of veterans and their communities.
THIS WEEK'S GUEST
Leaning on her own lived experiences, Air Force spouse and co-creator of 988 Crisis Line is dedicated to being an “emotional support human” for those facing tragedy.
Kristen discusses the importance of getting embedded in your community to provide a safety net that will support you in times of tragedy, as well as the knowing your resources and developing the skills to help those who may be in crisis.
RAPID FIRE
Jobs for spouses and childcare will be goals of new Army app 
Army, Navy Unveil Incredible New Uniforms for 2023 Clash 
What was the military doing at the Anime NYC convention?  Special Guest: Kristen Christy .
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    <![CDATA[<p>IN THE NEWS<br>
National Membership &amp; Post Activities Committee Chairman Matt Jabaut of Maine guest hosts the first of two episodes. He&#39;ll talk about membership, the 21st Century Committe and the origins of the podcast and other ways The American Legion is connecting with new generations of veterans and their communities.</p>

<p>THIS WEEK&#39;S GUEST<br>
Leaning on her own lived experiences, Air Force spouse and co-creator of 988 Crisis Line is dedicated to being an “emotional support human” for those facing tragedy.</p>

<p>Kristen discusses the importance of getting embedded in your community to provide a safety net that will support you in times of tragedy, as well as the knowing your resources and developing the skills to help those who may be in crisis.</p>

<p>RAPID FIRE<br>
Jobs for spouses and childcare will be goals of new Army app </p>

<p>Army, Navy Unveil Incredible New Uniforms for 2023 Clash </p>

<p>What was the military doing at the Anime NYC convention? </p><p>Special Guest: Kristen Christy .</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Watch video of this episode on YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/W6iOD7EZJc8">Watch video of this episode on YouTube</a></li><li><a title="See how American Legion members strengthen their communities" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.legion.org/community">See how American Legion members strengthen their communities</a></li><li><a title="Join The American Legion | The American Legion" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.legion.org/join">Join The American Legion | The American Legion</a></li><li><a title="Kristen Christy" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.kristenchristycares.com/home50153987">Kristen Christy</a> &mdash; Call at 620-304-HOPE</li><li><a title="VA S.A.V.E Training" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/suicide_prevention/docs/VA_SAVE_Training.pdf">VA S.A.V.E Training</a></li><li><a title="Army ACE Suicide Intervention Program – Suicide Prevention Resource Center" rel="nofollow" href="https://sprc.org/online-library/army-ace-suicide-intervention-program/">Army ACE Suicide Intervention Program – Suicide Prevention Resource Center</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="Courses for Listening - Skillsoft" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.skillsoft.com/channel/listening-e12f5710-f91e-11e6-aad2-6b3c03be7fe8">Courses for Listening - Skillsoft</a></li><li><a title="Home" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/">Home</a></li><li><a title="Jobs for spouses and childcare will be goals of new Army app" rel="nofollow" href="https://taskandpurpose.com/military-life/army-app-spouse-jobs/?utm_source=sailthru&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=mil-ebb&amp;SToverlay=342f5a58-c37b-4142-b049-1f737335b507">Jobs for spouses and childcare will be goals of new Army app</a></li><li><a title="Army, Navy Unveil Incredible New Uniforms for 2023 Clash - Sports Illustrated" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.si.com/college/2023/11/21/army-navy-game-uniforms-2023-submarine-dogface-soldiers">Army, Navy Unveil Incredible New Uniforms for 2023 Clash - Sports Illustrated</a></li><li><a title="Honoring the Silent Service – Designed to honor the service and dedication of the U.S. Submarine Force, its families and supporting personnel." rel="nofollow" href="https://silentserviceuniform.com/">Honoring the Silent Service – Designed to honor the service and dedication of the U.S. Submarine Force, its families and supporting personnel.</a></li><li><a title="2023 Army-Navy Game Uniform: 3rd Infantry Division - YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mleCgcoDab4">2023 Army-Navy Game Uniform: 3rd Infantry Division - YouTube</a></li><li><a title="What was the military doing at the Anime NYC convention?" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.militarytimes.com/off-duty/military-culture/2023/11/22/what-was-the-military-doing-at-the-anime-nyc-convention/?utm_source=sailthru&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=mil-ebb&amp;SToverlay=342f5a58-c37b-4142-b049-1f737335b507">What was the military doing at the Anime NYC convention?</a></li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>IN THE NEWS<br>
National Membership &amp; Post Activities Committee Chairman Matt Jabaut of Maine guest hosts the first of two episodes. He&#39;ll talk about membership, the 21st Century Committe and the origins of the podcast and other ways The American Legion is connecting with new generations of veterans and their communities.</p>

<p>THIS WEEK&#39;S GUEST<br>
Leaning on her own lived experiences, Air Force spouse and co-creator of 988 Crisis Line is dedicated to being an “emotional support human” for those facing tragedy.</p>

<p>Kristen discusses the importance of getting embedded in your community to provide a safety net that will support you in times of tragedy, as well as the knowing your resources and developing the skills to help those who may be in crisis.</p>

<p>RAPID FIRE<br>
Jobs for spouses and childcare will be goals of new Army app </p>

<p>Army, Navy Unveil Incredible New Uniforms for 2023 Clash </p>

<p>What was the military doing at the Anime NYC convention? </p><p>Special Guest: Kristen Christy .</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Watch video of this episode on YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/W6iOD7EZJc8">Watch video of this episode on YouTube</a></li><li><a title="See how American Legion members strengthen their communities" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.legion.org/community">See how American Legion members strengthen their communities</a></li><li><a title="Join The American Legion | The American Legion" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.legion.org/join">Join The American Legion | The American Legion</a></li><li><a title="Kristen Christy" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.kristenchristycares.com/home50153987">Kristen Christy</a> &mdash; Call at 620-304-HOPE</li><li><a title="VA S.A.V.E Training" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/suicide_prevention/docs/VA_SAVE_Training.pdf">VA S.A.V.E Training</a></li><li><a title="Army ACE Suicide Intervention Program – Suicide Prevention Resource Center" rel="nofollow" href="https://sprc.org/online-library/army-ace-suicide-intervention-program/">Army ACE Suicide Intervention Program – Suicide Prevention Resource Center</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="Courses for Listening - Skillsoft" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.skillsoft.com/channel/listening-e12f5710-f91e-11e6-aad2-6b3c03be7fe8">Courses for Listening - Skillsoft</a></li><li><a title="Home" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/">Home</a></li><li><a title="Jobs for spouses and childcare will be goals of new Army app" rel="nofollow" href="https://taskandpurpose.com/military-life/army-app-spouse-jobs/?utm_source=sailthru&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=mil-ebb&amp;SToverlay=342f5a58-c37b-4142-b049-1f737335b507">Jobs for spouses and childcare will be goals of new Army app</a></li><li><a title="Army, Navy Unveil Incredible New Uniforms for 2023 Clash - Sports Illustrated" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.si.com/college/2023/11/21/army-navy-game-uniforms-2023-submarine-dogface-soldiers">Army, Navy Unveil Incredible New Uniforms for 2023 Clash - Sports Illustrated</a></li><li><a title="Honoring the Silent Service – Designed to honor the service and dedication of the U.S. Submarine Force, its families and supporting personnel." rel="nofollow" href="https://silentserviceuniform.com/">Honoring the Silent Service – Designed to honor the service and dedication of the U.S. Submarine Force, its families and supporting personnel.</a></li><li><a title="2023 Army-Navy Game Uniform: 3rd Infantry Division - YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mleCgcoDab4">2023 Army-Navy Game Uniform: 3rd Infantry Division - YouTube</a></li><li><a title="What was the military doing at the Anime NYC convention?" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.militarytimes.com/off-duty/military-culture/2023/11/22/what-was-the-military-doing-at-the-anime-nyc-convention/?utm_source=sailthru&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=mil-ebb&amp;SToverlay=342f5a58-c37b-4142-b049-1f737335b507">What was the military doing at the Anime NYC convention?</a></li></ul>]]>
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