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    <title>Tango Alpha Lima Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “Survivor”</title>
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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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    <itunes:subtitle>A podcast for and by military veterans and service members, brought to you by The American Legion</itunes:subtitle>
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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 192: Tango Alpha Lima: America’s Resilience Coach Kristen Christy</title>
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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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  <title>Episode 86: Tango Alpha Lima: Veteran Suicide Part 4: The Soldier's Guide to PTSD with Virginia Cruse</title>
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  <author>The American Legion</author>
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  <itunes:episode>86</itunes:episode>
  <itunes:title>Tango Alpha Lima: Veteran Suicide Part 4: The Soldier's Guide to PTSD with Virginia Cruse</itunes:title>
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  <itunes:duration>54:57</itunes:duration>
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  <description>Jeff and Ashley are joined by Virginia Cruse, a licensed professional and nationally certified counselor specializing in military issues and combat-related trauma. Virginia shares her personal path to becoming a therapist and her quest to explain PTSD to service members in a way that makes sense. 
Virginia also talks about how American Legion members and posts can help veterans struggling with PTSD.  Special Guest: Virginia Cruse.
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    <![CDATA[<p>Jeff and Ashley are joined by Virginia Cruse, a licensed professional and nationally certified counselor specializing in military issues and combat-related trauma. Virginia shares her personal path to becoming a therapist and her quest to explain PTSD to service members in a way that makes sense. </p>

<p>Virginia also talks about how American Legion members and posts can help veterans struggling with PTSD. </p><p>Special Guest: Virginia Cruse.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Watch video of this episode on YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/m8fLIQ13xl0">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="The American Legion Vehicle Donation Program" rel="nofollow" href="https://legion.careasy.org/home">The American Legion Vehicle Donation Program</a></li><li><a title="The Soldier&#39;s Guide to PTSD" rel="nofollow" href="https://storyoriginapp.com/universalbooklinks/456d9b6e-6b68-11eb-a236-fb31385d7c14">The Soldier's Guide to PTSD</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="The Soldier&#39;s Blog" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thesoldiersblog.com/">The Soldier's Blog</a></li><li><a title="Vet Centers (Readjustment Counseling) Home" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.vetcenter.va.gov/">Vet Centers (Readjustment Counseling) Home</a></li><li><a title="Home - Landing Page - Give an Hour" rel="nofollow" href="https://giveanhour.org/">Home - Landing Page - Give an Hour</a></li><li><a title="Cohen Veterans Network | Veteran and Military Family Mental Health Care" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.cohenveteransnetwork.org/">Cohen Veterans Network | Veteran and Military Family Mental Health Care</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="Veterans Crisis Line: Suicide Prevention Hotline, Text &amp; Chat" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/">Veterans Crisis Line: Suicide Prevention Hotline, Text &amp; Chat</a></li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Jeff and Ashley are joined by Virginia Cruse, a licensed professional and nationally certified counselor specializing in military issues and combat-related trauma. Virginia shares her personal path to becoming a therapist and her quest to explain PTSD to service members in a way that makes sense. </p>

<p>Virginia also talks about how American Legion members and posts can help veterans struggling with PTSD. </p><p>Special Guest: Virginia Cruse.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Watch video of this episode on YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/m8fLIQ13xl0">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="The American Legion Vehicle Donation Program" rel="nofollow" href="https://legion.careasy.org/home">The American Legion Vehicle Donation Program</a></li><li><a title="The Soldier&#39;s Guide to PTSD" rel="nofollow" href="https://storyoriginapp.com/universalbooklinks/456d9b6e-6b68-11eb-a236-fb31385d7c14">The Soldier's Guide to PTSD</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="The Soldier&#39;s Blog" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thesoldiersblog.com/">The Soldier's Blog</a></li><li><a title="Vet Centers (Readjustment Counseling) Home" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.vetcenter.va.gov/">Vet Centers (Readjustment Counseling) Home</a></li><li><a title="Home - Landing Page - Give an Hour" rel="nofollow" href="https://giveanhour.org/">Home - Landing Page - Give an Hour</a></li><li><a title="Cohen Veterans Network | Veteran and Military Family Mental Health Care" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.cohenveteransnetwork.org/">Cohen Veterans Network | Veteran and Military Family Mental Health Care</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="Veterans Crisis Line: Suicide Prevention Hotline, Text &amp; Chat" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/">Veterans Crisis Line: Suicide Prevention Hotline, Text &amp; Chat</a></li></ul>]]>
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