The Mission Debrief

The Mission Debrief

*The Mission Debrief* is a podcast that takes listeners on a journey through the pivotal moments and shared stories of an Honor Flight Mission with Honor Flight Columbus. - Follow Honor Flight Columbus On Social Media: Instagram:@ honorflightcmh Facebook: @honorflightcmh - Interested in volunteering, donating, or holding an informational event? Visit our website: https://www.honorflightcmh.org/ Call our office: 614-284-4987 - The Honor Flight Columbus Story: Since 2006, Honor Flight Columbus has been flying our nation’s senior Veterans to Washington DC to see their memorials. This experience is completely paid for by grateful Americans through the generous donations of corporations, organizations, and individuals in our communities. Our hub services 37 counties in Ohio and we want to take every eligible Veteran on their Honor Flight. Veterans who are 65 and older, served at least one day of active duty outside of basic training or boot camp, or served 20 years in the National Guard or the Reserves are eligible.

Episodes

December 23, 2025 22 mins

Happy Holidays From The Honor Flight Columbus Family! Enjoy this bonus episode from the Mission Debrief team as we take another look back on 2025 and count our blessings on the year! Stay tuned for a surprise announcement for the Spring 2026 flight season!

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Follow along as we share the experiences of Mission 148 with a special guest interview from a Nationwide employee, our glorious sponsor for our 148th mission! We break down what the written word means to so many veterans before us and listen how an Air Force Dentist has his name in the stars forever!

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In this special Veterans Day edition of the Mission Debrief, follow along as we share the experiences of Mission 147 with special perspectives of our flight sponsor, Battelle, and podcast sponsor, Specialty Gas House. Learn more about a Veteran who came dressed in full uniform, our upcoming poinsettia sale, and our partnership with Washington Township Fire Department.

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This episode we welcome special guest and dedicated volunteer Bill Herzog. Together we learn about how Bill got started with HFC, the military service of his family, and the Veterans he helped bring onto Mission 146. We also talk about the gorgeous weather, sponsors who made this mission possible, and the details of another spectacular mission.

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Mission 145 had seven service women, a World War II Veteran, a Seabee and 75 Veterans who stories we are eager to share with you. Listen to hear more about these Veterans and the examples of our communities dedication to providing the Honor Flight experience!

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We have finally kicked off our Fall 2025 flight season! In episode 10, we discuss the WHY of our podcast, the fundraising events in between flight seasons, and the stories behind Mission #144. Stay tuned for Episode 11 following Mission #145 in 3 weeks! Don't forget to subscribe to get notified when new episodes premiere! Thanks for watching!

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The 18th annual Honor Flight Columbus reunion was a success thanks to the Volunteers, Community Partners, and of course our honored Veterans. Learn more in this episode, about the people who made it possible and some of the incredible stories of our Veterans.

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And just like that, the Spring 2025 Flight season is complete. In this episode, we discuss the wonderful partnership with the Washington Township Fire Department, the impact of finding a name on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall, and everything that contributed to the success of Mission 143.

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June 5, 2025 60 mins

This Mission brought unique challenges, but also revealed how well we can adapt to circumstances and STILL take our Veterans to see their memorials! Learn about trials and triumphs, and of course, the resilient stories of our Veterans.

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Tune into this episode to hear more about our partnership with the 174th Air Defense Artillery Brigade, our Veterans meeting two Ohio Middle Schools, and some of Randy, aka Santa Claus' story.

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Our second Mission of our Spring 2025 season is complete. Learn more about the five women who took their Honor Flight, the Purple Heart Veteran who discovered his comrade's name was on the Vietnam Wall, and the partnerships that provide an amazing avenue for Veterans to share their stories!

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Finally, the Spring 2025 Flight Season has begun. We successfully completed Mission 139 on March 17th. Join us as we debrief and share some highlights of the mission, like the special presentations by the South Korean Consulate, D.C.'s cherry blossoms, and of course, the incredible stories of our Veterans.

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In Episode 3 of The Mission Debrief, we take a closer look at the incredible Operations Team and Sponsors who bring every mission to life. Hear from Executive Director Beth Johnson and Director of Veterans Megan Jacob about their passion for the organization's mission, and get an inside look at our podcast sponsor, Specialty Gas House, and their invaluable support.

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February 27, 2025 40 mins

In Episode 2 of The Mission Debrief, we dive deep into who we are, the powerful history behind Honor Flight Network and Honor Flight Columbus, and how you can get involved in our mission. This episode also explores how the hosts became involved with the organization and the stories of Veterans who have had a life-changing impact on them. Tune in for an eye-opening look at the lasting connections and unforgettable stories that shape...

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Welcome to the premiere episode of The Mission Debrief. This special extended episode celebrates an incredible milestone as Honor Flight Columbus proudly flew our 10,000th Veteran. Join us as we dive into the heartwarming stories of the Veterans, volunteers, and sponsors who made this unforgettable mission possible.

The Spring Season of the Mission Debrief is sponsored by Specialty Gas House.

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