With nearly 308,000 veterans and tens of thousands of guard and reserve troops, Minnesota is a state committed to supporting our friends and neighbors who serve and their families. Minnesota Military Radio is a reflection of that commitment.
With a team of producers from the Minnesota National Guard, Department of Veterans Affairs, and Minneapolis V.A., volunteer host and Vietnam veteran Tom Lyons strives to inform and entertain listeners in this weekly syndicated radio show and podcast.
Through captivating, historic interviews with veterans of all eras, we also endeavor to preserve their stories of heroism before they are forgotten.
Army Life and Veterans Day on the Hill Recap
National Veteran Wheelchair Games and Children’s Minnesota
This week, we sit down with the Minneapolis VA Health Care System to talk about the National Veterans Wheelchair Games, explore how Children’s Minnesota earned its status as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon organization, and get the latest from our Command Senior Enlisted Leader. Guests include: Rachel Hammer – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Janelle […]
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32nd Welcome Home Pheasant Hunt
This week, we’re recorded live from the 32nd Welcome Home Pheasant Hunt at Wild Wings of Oneka, organized by Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Network, Hugo, MN. We’ll explore the 34th Infantry Division Association and chat with leaders from the 148th Fighter Wing and the 34th Red Bull Infantry Division. Guests include: Chuck Haas – Beyond […]
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MN Air National Guard Recruiting
This week, our program shines a light on MN Air National Guard Recruiting, offering an inside look at their recruiting team and the keys to effective recruiting. We’ll also bring you the latest updates from the MN Patriot Guard. Guests include: Maj Andrea Kostiuk – MN Air National Guard MSgt Kayla Crotteau – MN Air […]
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Veterans Day on the Hill 2025
This week, we’re joined by a special host and MC for Veterans Day on the Hill, Tom Lyons. We’ll sit down with the Legislative Director of the DAV of Minnesota to discuss the upcoming Veterans Day on the Hill and the key legislative priorities for Veterans in Minnesota. Plus, we’ll connect with the Vice President […]
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VA Nursing Workforce and Beyond the Yellow Ribbon
This week, we’ll be sitting down with the Nursing Workforce at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, connecting with the community outreach coordinators from Beyond the Yellow Ribbon, and getting the latest update from our Senior Enlisted Leader. Guests include: Katie Nelson – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Amy Daly – Minneapolis VA Health Care […]
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Return of Warrant Officers and MDVA Claims
This week we discuss the return of Warrant Officers to the United States Air Force and Minnesota National Guard, additionally we check in with the Claims Division of the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs and get an update from the MN Patriot Guard. Guests include: Maj. Joe Girtz – 210th Engineering Installation Squadron CW5 Erik […]
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Military and Veterans Affairs Legislation
This week, we’re meeting with the Director of Government Affairs at the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, discussing Veteran legislation with a Minnesota House Representative and Chair of the Veterans and Military Affairs Division, and get an update from the Director of the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Guests include: Jon Kelly – Minnesota Department […]
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133rd Airlift Wing Career Spotlight and MN Veterans Homes Update
This week, we’ll sit down with a retired Colonel from the 133rd Airlift Wing to explore his 37-year journey with the Air National Guard. We’ll also bring you updates from the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs on the MN Veterans Homes, and hear from the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers. Guests include: Col […]
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Recreation & Creative Arts Therapy and Rosemont BTYR
This week, we’ll explore creative arts and recreation therapy at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, connect with Beyond the Yellow Ribbon – Rosemount, MN, to see how they’re making a difference for local veterans, and receive an update from Senior Enlisted Advisor CSM Rost, U.S. Army. Guests include: Kristin Powell – Minneapolis VA Health […]
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