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    <title>Tango Alpha Lima Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “Military Quality Of Life”</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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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 273: How to leverage military service into a rewarding civilian career with Natalie Schibell – Tango Alpha Lima</title>
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  <description>Native Americans in the Revolutionary War.
THE INTERVIEW
Former Navy Lt. Cmdr. Natalie Schibell found success in the military but struggled to find work in the civilian sector. She rallied and rebounded to become vice president of Market Strategy at Aetion and create Mission to Commission, a nonprofit dedicated to helping military veterans navigate career transitions. The former American Ninja Warrior contestant shares tips for veterans and servicemembers looking for civilian jobs 
SCUTTLEBUTT
Air Force installing Lumena MindGyms to facilitate relaxation for stressed-out troops
Task &amp;amp; Purpose asked for the dumbest moments in uniform - and the responses did not disappoint
Army Aviators who  helped kick off the air campaign of Operation Desert Storm in January 1991 awarded Distinguished Flying Crosses Special Guest: Natalie Schibell.
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    <![CDATA[<p>Native Americans in the Revolutionary War.</p>

<p>THE INTERVIEW<br>
Former Navy Lt. Cmdr. Natalie Schibell found success in the military but struggled to find work in the civilian sector. She rallied and rebounded to become vice president of Market Strategy at Aetion and create Mission to Commission, a nonprofit dedicated to helping military veterans navigate career transitions. The former American Ninja Warrior contestant shares tips for veterans and servicemembers looking for civilian jobs </p>

<p>SCUTTLEBUTT<br>
Air Force installing Lumena MindGyms to facilitate relaxation for stressed-out troops</p>

<p>Task &amp; Purpose asked for the dumbest moments in uniform - and the responses did not disappoint</p>

<p>Army Aviators who  helped kick off the air campaign of Operation Desert Storm in January 1991 awarded Distinguished Flying Crosses</p><p>Special Guest: Natalie Schibell.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Watch video of this episode on YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/46Esjy0KlGA">Watch video of this episode on YouTube</a></li><li><a title="American Legion Family USA250 | The American Legion" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.legion.org/get-involved/community-programs/usa250">American Legion Family USA250 | The American Legion</a></li><li><a title="Battle of Minisink | American Revolutionary War" rel="nofollow" href="https://revolutionarywar.us/year-1779/battle-of-minisink/">Battle of Minisink | American Revolutionary War</a></li><li><a title="Be The One | The American Legion" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.legion.org/advocacy/be-the-one">Be The One | The American Legion</a></li><li><a title="About Natalieschibell.com - Empowering Military and Veterans" rel="nofollow" href="https://natalieschibell.com/about/">About Natalieschibell.com - Empowering Military and Veterans</a></li><li><a title="Philosophy Natalieschibell.com - Empowering Military and Veterans" rel="nofollow" href="https://natalieschibell.com/about/philosophy/">Philosophy Natalieschibell.com - Empowering Military and Veterans</a></li><li><a title="Join | The American Legion" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.legion.org/join">Join | The American Legion</a></li><li><a title="Air Force spends millions on relaxation cubes that may prove worth it" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.militarytimes.com/news/your-air-force/2025/06/09/air-force-spends-millions-on-relaxation-cubes-that-may-prove-worth-it/?utm_campaign=dfn-ebb&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_source=sailthru">Air Force spends millions on relaxation cubes that may prove worth it</a></li><li><a title="Home - Lumena" rel="nofollow" href="https://lumenalabs.com/">Home - Lumena</a></li><li><a title="Alcohol and swords don&#39;t mix — 9 amazingly dumb stories of military life" rel="nofollow" href="https://taskandpurpose.com/culture/funny-military-stories/">Alcohol and swords don't mix — 9 amazingly dumb stories of military life</a></li><li><a title="Desert Storm Apache crews awarded Distinguished Flying Crosses" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.defensenews.com/news/your-army/2025/05/19/desert-storm-apache-crews-awarded-distinguished-flying-crosses/?utm_campaign=dfn-ebb&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_source=sailthru">Desert Storm Apache crews awarded Distinguished Flying Crosses</a></li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Native Americans in the Revolutionary War.</p>

<p>THE INTERVIEW<br>
Former Navy Lt. Cmdr. Natalie Schibell found success in the military but struggled to find work in the civilian sector. She rallied and rebounded to become vice president of Market Strategy at Aetion and create Mission to Commission, a nonprofit dedicated to helping military veterans navigate career transitions. The former American Ninja Warrior contestant shares tips for veterans and servicemembers looking for civilian jobs </p>

<p>SCUTTLEBUTT<br>
Air Force installing Lumena MindGyms to facilitate relaxation for stressed-out troops</p>

<p>Task &amp; Purpose asked for the dumbest moments in uniform - and the responses did not disappoint</p>

<p>Army Aviators who  helped kick off the air campaign of Operation Desert Storm in January 1991 awarded Distinguished Flying Crosses</p><p>Special Guest: Natalie Schibell.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Watch video of this episode on YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/46Esjy0KlGA">Watch video of this episode on YouTube</a></li><li><a title="American Legion Family USA250 | The American Legion" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.legion.org/get-involved/community-programs/usa250">American Legion Family USA250 | The American Legion</a></li><li><a title="Battle of Minisink | American Revolutionary War" rel="nofollow" href="https://revolutionarywar.us/year-1779/battle-of-minisink/">Battle of Minisink | American Revolutionary War</a></li><li><a title="Be The One | The American Legion" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.legion.org/advocacy/be-the-one">Be The One | The American Legion</a></li><li><a title="About Natalieschibell.com - Empowering Military and Veterans" rel="nofollow" href="https://natalieschibell.com/about/">About Natalieschibell.com - Empowering Military and Veterans</a></li><li><a title="Philosophy Natalieschibell.com - Empowering Military and Veterans" rel="nofollow" href="https://natalieschibell.com/about/philosophy/">Philosophy Natalieschibell.com - Empowering Military and Veterans</a></li><li><a title="Join | The American Legion" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.legion.org/join">Join | The American Legion</a></li><li><a title="Air Force spends millions on relaxation cubes that may prove worth it" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.militarytimes.com/news/your-air-force/2025/06/09/air-force-spends-millions-on-relaxation-cubes-that-may-prove-worth-it/?utm_campaign=dfn-ebb&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_source=sailthru">Air Force spends millions on relaxation cubes that may prove worth it</a></li><li><a title="Home - Lumena" rel="nofollow" href="https://lumenalabs.com/">Home - Lumena</a></li><li><a title="Alcohol and swords don&#39;t mix — 9 amazingly dumb stories of military life" rel="nofollow" href="https://taskandpurpose.com/culture/funny-military-stories/">Alcohol and swords don't mix — 9 amazingly dumb stories of military life</a></li><li><a title="Desert Storm Apache crews awarded Distinguished Flying Crosses" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.defensenews.com/news/your-army/2025/05/19/desert-storm-apache-crews-awarded-distinguished-flying-crosses/?utm_campaign=dfn-ebb&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_source=sailthru">Desert Storm Apache crews awarded Distinguished Flying Crosses</a></li></ul>]]>
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  <title>Episode 193: Tango Alpha Lima: Bestselling Author Michael Greger, M.D. FACLM</title>
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  <pubDate>Tue, 12 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>The American Legion</author>
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  <itunes:episode>193</itunes:episode>
  <itunes:title>Tango Alpha Lima: Bestselling Author Michael Greger, M.D. FACLM</itunes:title>
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  <itunes:season>4</itunes:season>
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  <itunes:duration>49:45</itunes:duration>
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  <description>IN THE NEWS
Volunteer and honor those who served during Wreaths Across America Day 
THIS WEEK'S GUEST
Dr. Michael Greger is a New York Times bestselling author and internationally recognized expert on public health issues. Three of his latest books, Three of his recent books — How Not to Die, the How Not to Die Cookbook, and How Not to Diet have helped millions adopt healthier habits, and his newest book, How Not to Age, will be out in January – just in time to help us stick to those New Year’s resolutions!  
Dr. Greger talks about what sparked his passion for lifestyle medicine, the small changes that can make big differences, and how he hopes to inspire others to live longer, better lives.   
RAPID FIRE
Air Force to issue protective eyewear as laser pointer incidents surge 
Navy stands up sailor quality-of-life reforms in Newport News shipyard  Special Guest: Dr. Michael Greger.
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    <![CDATA[<p>IN THE NEWS<br>
Volunteer and honor those who served during Wreaths Across America Day </p>

<p>THIS WEEK&#39;S GUEST<br>
Dr. Michael Greger is a <em>New York Times</em> bestselling author and internationally recognized expert on public health issues. Three of his latest books, Three of his recent books — <em>How Not to Die</em>, the <em>How Not to Die Cookbook</em>, and <em>How Not to Diet</em> have helped millions adopt healthier habits, and his newest book, <em>How Not to Age</em>, will be out in January – just in time to help us stick to those New Year’s resolutions!  </p>

<p>Dr. Greger talks about what sparked his passion for lifestyle medicine, the small changes that can make big differences, and how he hopes to inspire others to live longer, better lives.   </p>

<p>RAPID FIRE<br>
Air Force to issue protective eyewear as laser pointer incidents surge </p>

<p>Navy stands up sailor quality-of-life reforms in Newport News shipyard </p><p>Special Guest: Dr. Michael Greger.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Watch video of this episode on YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/uck-E1WcfFM">Watch video of this episode on YouTube</a></li><li><a title="Home - Wreaths Across America" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/">Home - Wreaths Across America</a></li><li><a title="Legiontown U.S.A." rel="nofollow" href="http://www.legiontown.org/">Legiontown U.S.A.</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="NutritionFacts.org | The Latest Nutrition Related Topics" rel="nofollow" href="https://nutritionfacts.org/">NutritionFacts.org | The Latest Nutrition Related Topics</a></li><li><a title="Evidence-Based Health and Nutrition Books | NutritionFacts.org" rel="nofollow" href="https://nutritionfacts.org/books/">Evidence-Based Health and Nutrition Books | NutritionFacts.org</a></li><li><a title="Start Your Journey to Health" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.pcrm.org/vegankickstart">Start Your Journey to Health</a></li><li><a title="Oura Ring. Smart Ring for Fitness, Stress, Sleep &amp; Health." rel="nofollow" href="https://ouraring.com/?g_acctid=553-919-5922&amp;g_adgroupid=135780338841&amp;g_adid=574855521019&amp;g_adtype=search&amp;g_campaign=Brand_AllGeos_Eng_2022114&amp;g_campaignid=15872040703&amp;g_keyword=oura%20ring&amp;g_keywordid=aud-580194463912:kwd-306928467817&amp;g_network=g&amp;utm_campaign=Brand_AllGeos_Eng_2022114&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_source=google_search&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQiA35urBhDCARIsAOU7QwlL77TrDDV8DMInn1EMMRBnwFm9UHhi6CFn68OgZgzWQTCk1Asc_X4aAupREALw_wcB">Oura Ring. Smart Ring for Fitness, Stress, Sleep &amp; Health.</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="Air Force to issue protective eyewear as laser pointer incidents surge" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.airforcetimes.com/news/your-air-force/2023/11/22/air-force-to-issue-protective-eyewear-as-laser-pointer-incidents-surge/?utm_source=sailthru&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=mil-ebb&amp;SToverlay=342f5a58-c37b-4142-b049-1f737335b507">Air Force to issue protective eyewear as laser pointer incidents surge</a></li><li><a title="Navy stands up sailor quality-of-life reforms in Newport News shipyard" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.navytimes.com/news/your-navy/2023/11/21/navy-stands-up-sailor-quality-of-life-reforms-in-newport-news-shipyard/?utm_source=sailthru&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=mil-ebb&amp;SToverlay=342f5a58-c37b-4142-b049-1f737335b507">Navy stands up sailor quality-of-life reforms in Newport News shipyard</a></li><li><a title="Home" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/">Home</a></li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>IN THE NEWS<br>
Volunteer and honor those who served during Wreaths Across America Day </p>

<p>THIS WEEK&#39;S GUEST<br>
Dr. Michael Greger is a <em>New York Times</em> bestselling author and internationally recognized expert on public health issues. Three of his latest books, Three of his recent books — <em>How Not to Die</em>, the <em>How Not to Die Cookbook</em>, and <em>How Not to Diet</em> have helped millions adopt healthier habits, and his newest book, <em>How Not to Age</em>, will be out in January – just in time to help us stick to those New Year’s resolutions!  </p>

<p>Dr. Greger talks about what sparked his passion for lifestyle medicine, the small changes that can make big differences, and how he hopes to inspire others to live longer, better lives.   </p>

<p>RAPID FIRE<br>
Air Force to issue protective eyewear as laser pointer incidents surge </p>

<p>Navy stands up sailor quality-of-life reforms in Newport News shipyard </p><p>Special Guest: Dr. Michael Greger.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Watch video of this episode on YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/uck-E1WcfFM">Watch video of this episode on YouTube</a></li><li><a title="Home - Wreaths Across America" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/">Home - Wreaths Across America</a></li><li><a title="Legiontown U.S.A." rel="nofollow" href="http://www.legiontown.org/">Legiontown U.S.A.</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="NutritionFacts.org | The Latest Nutrition Related Topics" rel="nofollow" href="https://nutritionfacts.org/">NutritionFacts.org | The Latest Nutrition Related Topics</a></li><li><a title="Evidence-Based Health and Nutrition Books | NutritionFacts.org" rel="nofollow" href="https://nutritionfacts.org/books/">Evidence-Based Health and Nutrition Books | NutritionFacts.org</a></li><li><a title="Start Your Journey to Health" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.pcrm.org/vegankickstart">Start Your Journey to Health</a></li><li><a title="Oura Ring. Smart Ring for Fitness, Stress, Sleep &amp; Health." rel="nofollow" href="https://ouraring.com/?g_acctid=553-919-5922&amp;g_adgroupid=135780338841&amp;g_adid=574855521019&amp;g_adtype=search&amp;g_campaign=Brand_AllGeos_Eng_2022114&amp;g_campaignid=15872040703&amp;g_keyword=oura%20ring&amp;g_keywordid=aud-580194463912:kwd-306928467817&amp;g_network=g&amp;utm_campaign=Brand_AllGeos_Eng_2022114&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_source=google_search&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQiA35urBhDCARIsAOU7QwlL77TrDDV8DMInn1EMMRBnwFm9UHhi6CFn68OgZgzWQTCk1Asc_X4aAupREALw_wcB">Oura Ring. Smart Ring for Fitness, Stress, Sleep &amp; Health.</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="Air Force to issue protective eyewear as laser pointer incidents surge" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.airforcetimes.com/news/your-air-force/2023/11/22/air-force-to-issue-protective-eyewear-as-laser-pointer-incidents-surge/?utm_source=sailthru&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=mil-ebb&amp;SToverlay=342f5a58-c37b-4142-b049-1f737335b507">Air Force to issue protective eyewear as laser pointer incidents surge</a></li><li><a title="Navy stands up sailor quality-of-life reforms in Newport News shipyard" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.navytimes.com/news/your-navy/2023/11/21/navy-stands-up-sailor-quality-of-life-reforms-in-newport-news-shipyard/?utm_source=sailthru&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=mil-ebb&amp;SToverlay=342f5a58-c37b-4142-b049-1f737335b507">Navy stands up sailor quality-of-life reforms in Newport News shipyard</a></li><li><a title="Home" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/">Home</a></li></ul>]]>
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  <title>Episode 186: Tango Alpha Lima: VA&amp;R Chairman Autrey James and National Security Chairman Matthew Shuman</title>
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  <pubDate>Tue, 24 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>The American Legion</author>
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  <itunes:episode>186</itunes:episode>
  <itunes:title>Tango Alpha Lima: VA&amp;R Chairman Autrey James and National Security Chairman Matthew Shuman</itunes:title>
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  <itunes:author>The American Legion</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Tango Alpha Lima is a podcast from The American Legion. Learn more at www.legion.org/tangoalphalima.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>54:31</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>IN THE NEWS
40th Anniversary of Operation Urgent Fury, when America Took a Stand Against Soviet and Cuban Influence in the Caribbean 
THIS WEEK'S GUEST
Two members of the American Legion National Leadership team  discuss the looming threat of a government shutdown, and the potential National Security concerns and impacts that could ripple through VA. 
Coast Guard veteran and National Veterans Affairs &amp;amp; Rehabilitation Commission Chairman Autrey James and Army veteran and  Chairman of the National Security Commission Matthew Shuman discuss how veterans and servicemembers should prepare themselves, and discuss how The American Legion can help.
RAPID FIRE
‘Home again’: Marine’s WWII diary returns to his daughter 81 years after final entry  
Property company ordered to repay troops charged illegal rental fees 
Farewell to JSTARS: End of an era in military intelligence  Special Guests: Autrey James and Matthew Shuman.
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    <![CDATA[<p>IN THE NEWS<br>
40th Anniversary of Operation Urgent Fury, when America Took a Stand Against Soviet and Cuban Influence in the Caribbean </p>

<p>THIS WEEK&#39;S GUEST<br>
Two members of the American Legion National Leadership team  discuss the looming threat of a government shutdown, and the potential National Security concerns and impacts that could ripple through VA. </p>

<p>Coast Guard veteran and National Veterans Affairs &amp; Rehabilitation Commission Chairman Autrey James and Army veteran and  Chairman of the National Security Commission Matthew Shuman discuss how veterans and servicemembers should prepare themselves, and discuss how The American Legion can help.</p>

<p>RAPID FIRE<br>
‘Home again’: Marine’s WWII diary returns to his daughter 81 years after final entry  </p>

<p>Property company ordered to repay troops charged illegal rental fees </p>

<p>Farewell to JSTARS: End of an era in military intelligence </p><p>Special Guests: Autrey James and Matthew Shuman.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Watch video of this episode on YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/bvXESS6fCGA">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="With Operation Urgent Fury, America Took a Stand Against Soviet and Cuban Influence in the Caribbean | Defense Media Network" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.defensemedianetwork.com/stories/with-operation-urgent-fury-america-took-a-stand-against-soviet-and-cuban-influence-in-the-caribbean/">With Operation Urgent Fury, America Took a Stand Against Soviet and Cuban Influence in the Caribbean | Defense Media Network</a></li><li><a title="Stronghold Food Pantry | Military Families" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.strongholdfoodpantry.org/">Stronghold Food Pantry | Military Families</a></li><li><a title="Military Financial Stress Tools &amp; Resources | Military OneSource" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.militaryonesource.mil/financial-legal/personal-finance/military-financial-stress-resources/#free-resources">Military Financial Stress Tools &amp; Resources | Military OneSource</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="Find a Post" rel="nofollow" href="https://mylegion.org/PersonifyEbusiness/Find-a-Post">Find a Post</a></li><li><a title="Action Center" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.votervoice.net/AmericanLegion/Campaigns/105330/Respond">Action 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="‘Home again’: Marine’s WWII diary returns to his daughter 81 years after final entry | Stars and Stripes" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.stripes.com/veterans/2023-09-27/marine-diary-ww2-pacific-guadalcanal-11507659.html?utm_source=sailthru&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=mil-ebb&amp;SToverlay=342f5a58-c37b-4142-b049-1f737335b507">‘Home again’: Marine’s WWII diary returns to his daughter 81 years after final entry | Stars and Stripes</a></li><li><a title="Property company ordered to repay troops charged illegal rental fees" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.militarytimes.com/news/your-military/2023/10/03/property-company-ordered-to-repay-troops-charged-illegal-rental-fees/">Property company ordered to repay troops charged illegal rental fees</a></li><li><a title="Northrop Grumman E-8C JSTARS: End of an era in military intelligence" rel="nofollow" href="https://interestingengineering.com/military/jstars-final-mission-military-intelligence">Northrop Grumman E-8C JSTARS: End of an era in military intelligence</a></li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>IN THE NEWS<br>
40th Anniversary of Operation Urgent Fury, when America Took a Stand Against Soviet and Cuban Influence in the Caribbean </p>

<p>THIS WEEK&#39;S GUEST<br>
Two members of the American Legion National Leadership team  discuss the looming threat of a government shutdown, and the potential National Security concerns and impacts that could ripple through VA. </p>

<p>Coast Guard veteran and National Veterans Affairs &amp; Rehabilitation Commission Chairman Autrey James and Army veteran and  Chairman of the National Security Commission Matthew Shuman discuss how veterans and servicemembers should prepare themselves, and discuss how The American Legion can help.</p>

<p>RAPID FIRE<br>
‘Home again’: Marine’s WWII diary returns to his daughter 81 years after final entry  </p>

<p>Property company ordered to repay troops charged illegal rental fees </p>

<p>Farewell to JSTARS: End of an era in military intelligence </p><p>Special Guests: Autrey James and Matthew Shuman.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Watch video of this episode on YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/bvXESS6fCGA">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="With Operation Urgent Fury, America Took a Stand Against Soviet and Cuban Influence in the Caribbean | Defense Media Network" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.defensemedianetwork.com/stories/with-operation-urgent-fury-america-took-a-stand-against-soviet-and-cuban-influence-in-the-caribbean/">With Operation Urgent Fury, America Took a Stand Against Soviet and Cuban Influence in the Caribbean | Defense Media Network</a></li><li><a title="Stronghold Food Pantry | Military Families" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.strongholdfoodpantry.org/">Stronghold Food Pantry | Military Families</a></li><li><a title="Military Financial Stress Tools &amp; Resources | Military OneSource" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.militaryonesource.mil/financial-legal/personal-finance/military-financial-stress-resources/#free-resources">Military Financial Stress Tools &amp; Resources | Military OneSource</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="Find a Post" rel="nofollow" href="https://mylegion.org/PersonifyEbusiness/Find-a-Post">Find a Post</a></li><li><a title="Action Center" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.votervoice.net/AmericanLegion/Campaigns/105330/Respond">Action 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="‘Home again’: Marine’s WWII diary returns to his daughter 81 years after final entry | Stars and Stripes" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.stripes.com/veterans/2023-09-27/marine-diary-ww2-pacific-guadalcanal-11507659.html?utm_source=sailthru&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=mil-ebb&amp;SToverlay=342f5a58-c37b-4142-b049-1f737335b507">‘Home again’: Marine’s WWII diary returns to his daughter 81 years after final entry | Stars and Stripes</a></li><li><a title="Property company ordered to repay troops charged illegal rental fees" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.militarytimes.com/news/your-military/2023/10/03/property-company-ordered-to-repay-troops-charged-illegal-rental-fees/">Property company ordered to repay troops charged illegal rental fees</a></li><li><a title="Northrop Grumman E-8C JSTARS: End of an era in military intelligence" rel="nofollow" href="https://interestingengineering.com/military/jstars-final-mission-military-intelligence">Northrop Grumman E-8C JSTARS: End of an era in military intelligence</a></li></ul>]]>
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  <title>Episode 146: Tango Alpha Lima: CBRN Expert Jeffrey Brodeur</title>
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  <author>The American Legion</author>
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  <itunes:title>Tango Alpha Lima: CBRN Expert Jeffrey Brodeur</itunes:title>
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  <itunes:author>The American Legion</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Tango Alpha Lima is a podcast from The American Legion. Learn more at www.legion.org/tangoalphalima.</itunes:subtitle>
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  <description>IN THE NEWS
American Legion lines out priorities for the 118th Congress.
THIS WEEK'S GUEST
Former U.S. Army Ranger Jeffrey Brodeur has experience developing Chemical-Biological-Radiological-Nuclear (CBRN) strategy, plans, and training programs. He is an internationally recognized CBRN expert who has lead survey teams in combat zones to support Department of State programs, and he talks about the technology being used for presumptive identification of potential toxins in combat zones.  
RAPID FIRE
Be The One takes center stage at California American Legion Revitalization event.
Military Police commander at Fort Hood suspended amid ongoing investigations
American Legion post in South Korea honors Four Chaplain Special Guest: Jeffrey Brodeur.
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    <![CDATA[<p>IN THE NEWS<br>
American Legion lines out priorities for the 118th Congress.</p>

<p>THIS WEEK&#39;S GUEST<br>
Former U.S. Army Ranger Jeffrey Brodeur has experience developing Chemical-Biological-Radiological-Nuclear (CBRN) strategy, plans, and training programs. He is an internationally recognized CBRN expert who has lead survey teams in combat zones to support Department of State programs, and he talks about the technology being used for presumptive identification of potential toxins in combat zones.  </p>

<p>RAPID FIRE<br>
Be The One takes center stage at California American Legion Revitalization event.<br>
Military Police commander at Fort Hood suspended amid ongoing investigations<br>
American Legion post in South Korea honors Four Chaplain</p><p>Special Guest: Jeffrey Brodeur.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Watch video of this episode on YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/Afg9itXAuHA">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="Legion lines out priorities for 118th Congress | The American Legion" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.legion.org/legislative/258056/legion-lines-out-priorities-118th-congress">Legion lines out priorities for 118th Congress | The American Legion</a></li><li><a title="Legislative Center | The American Legion" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.legion.org/legislative">Legislative Center | The American Legion</a></li><li><a title="American Legion Legislative Action Center" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.votervoice.net/AmericanLegion/home">American Legion Legislative Action Center</a></li><li><a title="Raman spectroscopy - Wikipedia" rel="nofollow" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raman_spectroscopy">Raman spectroscopy - Wikipedia</a></li><li><a title="Raman products from Rigaku | Rigaku Global Website" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.rigaku.com/products/raman">Raman products from Rigaku | Rigaku Global Website</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="‘Be the One’ takes center stage at California revitalization | The American Legion" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.legion.org/membership/258113/%E2%80%98be-one%E2%80%99-takes-center-stage-california-revitalization">‘Be the One’ takes center stage at California revitalization | The American Legion</a></li><li><a title="Military Police commander at Fort Hood suspended" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.armytimes.com/news/your-army/2023/02/07/military-police-commander-at-fort-hood-suspended/">Military Police commander at Fort Hood suspended</a></li><li><a title="Four Chaplains remembrance ceremony | Legiontown U.S.A." rel="nofollow" href="http://www.legiontown.org/other/10312/four-chaplains-remembrance-ceremony">Four Chaplains remembrance ceremony | Legiontown U.S.A.</a></li></ul>]]>
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  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>IN THE NEWS<br>
American Legion lines out priorities for the 118th Congress.</p>

<p>THIS WEEK&#39;S GUEST<br>
Former U.S. Army Ranger Jeffrey Brodeur has experience developing Chemical-Biological-Radiological-Nuclear (CBRN) strategy, plans, and training programs. He is an internationally recognized CBRN expert who has lead survey teams in combat zones to support Department of State programs, and he talks about the technology being used for presumptive identification of potential toxins in combat zones.  </p>

<p>RAPID FIRE<br>
Be The One takes center stage at California American Legion Revitalization event.<br>
Military Police commander at Fort Hood suspended amid ongoing investigations<br>
American Legion post in South Korea honors Four Chaplain</p><p>Special Guest: Jeffrey Brodeur.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Watch video of this episode on YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/Afg9itXAuHA">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="Legion lines out priorities for 118th Congress | The American Legion" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.legion.org/legislative/258056/legion-lines-out-priorities-118th-congress">Legion lines out priorities for 118th Congress | The American Legion</a></li><li><a title="Legislative Center | The American Legion" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.legion.org/legislative">Legislative Center | The American Legion</a></li><li><a title="American Legion Legislative Action Center" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.votervoice.net/AmericanLegion/home">American Legion Legislative Action Center</a></li><li><a title="Raman spectroscopy - Wikipedia" rel="nofollow" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raman_spectroscopy">Raman spectroscopy - Wikipedia</a></li><li><a title="Raman products from Rigaku | Rigaku Global Website" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.rigaku.com/products/raman">Raman products from Rigaku | Rigaku Global Website</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="‘Be the One’ takes center stage at California revitalization | The American Legion" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.legion.org/membership/258113/%E2%80%98be-one%E2%80%99-takes-center-stage-california-revitalization">‘Be the One’ takes center stage at California revitalization | The American Legion</a></li><li><a title="Military Police commander at Fort Hood suspended" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.armytimes.com/news/your-army/2023/02/07/military-police-commander-at-fort-hood-suspended/">Military Police commander at Fort Hood suspended</a></li><li><a title="Four Chaplains remembrance ceremony | Legiontown U.S.A." rel="nofollow" href="http://www.legiontown.org/other/10312/four-chaplains-remembrance-ceremony">Four Chaplains remembrance ceremony | Legiontown U.S.A.</a></li></ul>]]>
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