web02.fireside.fm Tue, 14 Apr 2026 23:21:34 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Tango Alpha Lima Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “Nypd” https://tangoalphalima.fireside.fm/tags/nypd Tue, 21 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0500 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 190: Tango Alpha Lima: Veteran Powered Films with Julia Ling and Hiram Murray https://tangoalphalima.fireside.fm/190 0431ac05-2dfd-405e-924e-13de3daf2b58 Tue, 21 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0500 The American Legion 190 Tango Alpha Lima: Veteran Powered Films with Julia Ling and Hiram Murray full 4 The American Legion Tango Alpha Lima is a podcast from The American Legion. Learn more at www.legion.org/tangoalphalima. 45:08 no IN THE NEWS Return criminal penalties for those who take advantage of disabled veterans or their families THIS WEEK'S GUEST Actress Julia Ling is a Lieutenant in the U.S. Navy Reserves, has appeared on many popular television series such as Buffy the Vampire Slayer, House, ER, Grey's Anatomy, The OC – but is best known for her role as "nerd-herder" Anna Wu on Chuck. After losing multiple military friends to suicide and battling her own depression after a training injury, Julia wanted to do more than raise awareness about the veteran suicide - she wanted to provide a solution. Thus was born Veteran Powered Films, a production company focused on empowering and engaging veterans in all facets of the entertainment industry via on-the-job training and mentorship with fellow military veterans. Julia joins Marine Corps veteran and actor Hiram A. Murray, who will star in Veteran Powered Films next project - an apocalyptic horror film called "Homestead." RAPID FIRE Veterans banners to come down - maybe for good U.S. veterans use art to help female Afghan soldiers who fled their country process their pain ‘Go beyond thanks:’ New survey reveals we should do more than simply thank our veterans for their service Special Guests: Hiram A. Murray and Julia Ling. military, veteran, post-9/11, GWOT, American Legion, service, community, hanksgiving, turkey dinner, predatory lawyers, service officers, VA claims, Department of Veterans Affairs, disability compensation, movies, Hollywood, Navy Reserve, weekend warrior, NYPD, 9/11, military experience, mission, depression, veteran suicide, Be The One, purpose, mental wellness, transition, collaboration, team, giving tuesday, hometown heroes, banners, afghan allies, art therapy, women veterans, thank you for your service IN THE NEWS
Return criminal penalties for those who take advantage of disabled veterans or their families

THIS WEEK'S GUEST
Actress Julia Ling is a Lieutenant in the U.S. Navy Reserves, has appeared on many popular television series such as Buffy the Vampire Slayer, House, ER, Grey's Anatomy, The OC – but is best known for her role as "nerd-herder" Anna Wu on Chuck.

After losing multiple military friends to suicide and battling her own depression after a training injury, Julia wanted to do more than raise awareness about the veteran suicide - she wanted to provide a solution. Thus was born Veteran Powered Films, a production company focused on empowering and engaging veterans in all facets of the entertainment industry via on-the-job training and mentorship with fellow military veterans.

Julia joins Marine Corps veteran and actor Hiram A. Murray, who will star in Veteran Powered Films next project - an apocalyptic horror film called "Homestead."

RAPID FIRE
Veterans banners to come down - maybe for good

U.S. veterans use art to help female Afghan soldiers who fled their country process their pain

‘Go beyond thanks:’ New survey reveals we should do more than simply thank our veterans for their service

Special Guests: Hiram A. Murray and Julia Ling.

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Return criminal penalties for those who take advantage of disabled veterans or their families

THIS WEEK'S GUEST
Actress Julia Ling is a Lieutenant in the U.S. Navy Reserves, has appeared on many popular television series such as Buffy the Vampire Slayer, House, ER, Grey's Anatomy, The OC – but is best known for her role as "nerd-herder" Anna Wu on Chuck.

After losing multiple military friends to suicide and battling her own depression after a training injury, Julia wanted to do more than raise awareness about the veteran suicide - she wanted to provide a solution. Thus was born Veteran Powered Films, a production company focused on empowering and engaging veterans in all facets of the entertainment industry via on-the-job training and mentorship with fellow military veterans.

Julia joins Marine Corps veteran and actor Hiram A. Murray, who will star in Veteran Powered Films next project - an apocalyptic horror film called "Homestead."

RAPID FIRE
Veterans banners to come down - maybe for good

U.S. veterans use art to help female Afghan soldiers who fled their country process their pain

‘Go beyond thanks:’ New survey reveals we should do more than simply thank our veterans for their service

Special Guests: Hiram A. Murray and Julia Ling.

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]]> Episode 85: Tango Alpha Lima: Veteran Suicide Part 3 - NYPD POPPA program with Sean Powers https://tangoalphalima.fireside.fm/85 77de1a80-94b7-4628-a8d8-15055b0f6c7c Thu, 06 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -0500 The American Legion 85 Tango Alpha Lima: Veteran Suicide Part 3 - NYPD POPPA program with Sean Powers 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. 32:36 no Sean Powers is a former NYPD Officer, a member of American Legion 9-11 Memorial Post 2001 in New York City, and Tango Alpha Lima's first return guest. He's come back to talk about the New York Police Department’s POPPA (Police Organization Providing Peer Assistance) program, a volunteer police support network committed to providing a confidential, safe and supportive environment for police officers and retirees. While POPPA is geared toward officers, the approach can be scaled to assist veterans who are struggling, and Powers says he has used his POPPA training to help fellow veterans. Special Guest: Sean Powers. military, veteran, post-9/11, commentary, topical, American Legion, veterans service, community, community service, non-profit, NYPD, POPPA, peer counseling, peer support, police officer, first responders, Bill Curtis, A&E, Hacksaw Ridge, PTSD, mental health, survivors' guilt, MST, EMT, confidentiality, stigma Sean Powers is a former NYPD Officer, a member of American Legion 9-11 Memorial Post 2001 in New York City, and Tango Alpha Lima's first return guest.

He's come back to talk about the New York Police Department’s POPPA (Police Organization Providing Peer Assistance) program, a volunteer police support network committed to providing a confidential, safe and supportive environment for police officers and retirees.

While POPPA is geared toward officers, the approach can be scaled to assist veterans who are struggling, and Powers says he has used his POPPA training to help fellow veterans.

Special Guest: Sean Powers.

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He's come back to talk about the New York Police Department’s POPPA (Police Organization Providing Peer Assistance) program, a volunteer police support network committed to providing a confidential, safe and supportive environment for police officers and retirees.

While POPPA is geared toward officers, the approach can be scaled to assist veterans who are struggling, and Powers says he has used his POPPA training to help fellow veterans.

Special Guest: Sean Powers.

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]]> Episode 91119: Tango Alpha Lima remembers 9/11 with 9/11 Memorial & Museum Visionary Network Founding Member John Paluska https://tangoalphalima.fireside.fm/91119 0d87f801-63c6-4ffd-82c6-870edf61b826 Thu, 09 Sep 2021 09:00:00 -0400 The American Legion 91119 Tango Alpha Lima remembers 9/11 with 9/11 Memorial & Museum Visionary Network Founding Member John Paluska full 911 The American Legion Bonus Tango Alpha Lima podcast episodes from The American Legion in honor of the 20th Anniversary of 9/11. Learn more at www.legion.org/tangoalphalima. 24:14 no On September 11, 2001, John was an 18-year-old freshman at Fordham University. That day and in the days that followed, John volunteered at Ground Zero, aiding in the rescue and recovery operation. He subsequently joined the Army, becoming a Green Beret with combat deployments to Afghanistan and Iraq. John shares his story of how that day changed the trajectory of his life, and let him eventually towards the founding of the 9/11 Memorial & Museum Visionary Network. Special Guest: John Paluska. military, veteran, post-9/11, commentary, topical, American Legion, veterans service, community, community service, non-profit, 9/11, Fordham University, Yankees, Iowa, Civilian Military Relief, FDNY, NYPD, Ground Zero, World Trade Center, American Flags, NYC, Burn Pit, Green Beret, 9/11 Memorial & Museum Visionary Network On September 11, 2001, John was an 18-year-old freshman at Fordham University. That day and in the days that followed, John volunteered at Ground Zero, aiding in the rescue and recovery operation. He subsequently joined the Army, becoming a Green Beret with combat deployments to Afghanistan and Iraq.

John shares his story of how that day changed the trajectory of his life, and let him eventually towards the founding of the 9/11 Memorial & Museum Visionary Network.

Special Guest: John Paluska.

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John shares his story of how that day changed the trajectory of his life, and let him eventually towards the founding of the 9/11 Memorial & Museum Visionary Network.

Special Guest: John Paluska.

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]]> Episode 91109: Tango Alpha Lima remembers 9/11 with U.S. Army Reserve Lt. Col. and retired NYPD Officer Wilem Wong https://tangoalphalima.fireside.fm/91109 c09f1dd1-14a8-48d1-b90b-cc595a2dfa03 Thu, 26 Aug 2021 09:00:00 -0400 The American Legion 91109 Tango Alpha Lima remembers 9/11 with U.S. Army Reserve Lt. Col. and retired NYPD Officer Wilem Wong full 911 The American Legion Bonus Tango Alpha Lima podcast episodes from The American Legion in honor of the 20th Anniversary of 9/11. Learn more at www.legion.org/tangoalphalima. 27:49 no New Yorker Wilem Wong joined the Army Reserve during last days of the Cold War era. His 32 years of service as a combat medic, nurse and civil affairs officer, deployments to both Iraq and Afghanistan, overlapped with his 21 years as a NYPD officer, has given him a unique perspective on 9/11, and the Global War on Terrorism that followed. Wong shares his stories, insights, as well as some of the initiatives he has championed on behalf of fellow veterans both within the NYPD, and through more than 20 years as a member of the Lt. B.R. Kimlau American Legion Post 1291 in New York. Special Guest: Wilem Wong. military, veteran, post-9/11, commentary, topical, American Legion, veterans service, community, community service, non-profit, 911, Berlin Wall, cold war, NYPD, Army Reserve, NYC, FDNY, Iraq, Afghanistan, Osama bin Laden, Chinatown, Kimlau, mental health, wellness New Yorker Wilem Wong joined the Army Reserve during last days of the Cold War era. His 32 years of service as a combat medic, nurse and civil affairs officer, deployments to both Iraq and Afghanistan, overlapped with his 21 years as a NYPD officer, has given him a unique perspective on 9/11, and the Global War on Terrorism that followed.

Wong shares his stories, insights, as well as some of the initiatives he has championed on behalf of fellow veterans both within the NYPD, and through more than 20 years as a member of the Lt. B.R. Kimlau American Legion Post 1291 in New York.

Special Guest: Wilem Wong.

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Wong shares his stories, insights, as well as some of the initiatives he has championed on behalf of fellow veterans both within the NYPD, and through more than 20 years as a member of the Lt. B.R. Kimlau American Legion Post 1291 in New York.

Special Guest: Wilem Wong.

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]]> Episode 9: Tango Alpha Lima: Race and Law Enforcement - Part II https://tangoalphalima.fireside.fm/9b 844454e1-361b-45bb-bad2-a8b81f9f32a6 Thu, 02 Jul 2020 08:00:00 -0400 The American Legion full 1 The American Legion Tango Alpha Lima is a podcast from The American Legion hosted by three post-9/11 veterans. Learn more at www.legion.org/tangoalphalima. 1:11:21 no Legionnaires with connections in both police and black communities, Autrey James, Hugh Crooks and Sean Powers, continue their frank, honest and intriguing discussion with our podcast co-hosts about racial disparity and law enforcement. Special Guests: Autrey James, Hugh Crooks Jr., and Sean Powers. american legion, black, blm, california, commentary, community, community service, lapd, military, mst, new york, non-profit, nypd, police, post-9/11, racism, rodney king, topical, veteran, veterans service, vietnam, women Legionnaires with connections in both police and black communities, Autrey James, Hugh Crooks and Sean Powers, continue their frank, honest and intriguing discussion with our podcast co-hosts about racial disparity and law enforcement.

Special Guests: Autrey James, Hugh Crooks Jr., and Sean Powers.

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Special Guests: Autrey James, Hugh Crooks Jr., and Sean Powers.

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]]> Episode 9: Tango Alpha Lima: Race and Law Enforcement - Part I https://tangoalphalima.fireside.fm/9a 8763f68a-1a33-47ff-bce6-fa8f7d3839d0 Wed, 01 Jul 2020 12:00:00 -0400 The American Legion full 1 The American Legion Tango Alpha Lima is a podcast from The American Legion hosted by three post-9/11 veterans. Learn more at www.legion.org/tangoalphalima. 47:18 no Legionnaires with connections in both police and black communities, Autrey James, Hugh Crooks and Sean Powers, join our podcast co-hosts for a frank, honest and intriguing discussion about racial disparity, law enforcement, the war on drugs and more. Special Guests: Autrey James, Hugh Crooks Jr., and Sean Powers. military, veteran, post-9/11, commentary, topical, American Legion, veterans service, community, community service, non-profit, vietnam, new york, rodney king, lapd, nypd, california, blm, police, black, women, mst, racism, Legionnaires with connections in both police and black communities, Autrey James, Hugh Crooks and Sean Powers, join our podcast co-hosts for a frank, honest and intriguing discussion about racial disparity, law enforcement, the war on drugs and more.

Special Guests: Autrey James, Hugh Crooks Jr., and Sean Powers.

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]]> Legionnaires with connections in both police and black communities, Autrey James, Hugh Crooks and Sean Powers, join our podcast co-hosts for a frank, honest and intriguing discussion about racial disparity, law enforcement, the war on drugs and more.

Special Guests: Autrey James, Hugh Crooks Jr., and Sean Powers.

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