My VA Dayton
My VA Dayton Podcast comes to listeners from the Dayton VA Medical Center in Dayton, Ohio. It’s the show where Veterans in the central Ohio region share their stories and share what’s happening at the Dayton VA Medical Center.
Episodes
April 15, 2024 • 38 mins
When Robert Kintzis swapped his civilian cap for a Marine's helmet, he embarked on a journey far beyond the reach of his Dayton roots. His tale of dodging the Army draft to find his destiny amidst the burgeoning field of military computing is one that resonates with the courage and adaptability of a generation. In our latest episode, we sit down with this Sinclair Community College alumnus and Philo T. Farnsworth awardee, to trace ...
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March 15, 2024 • 36 mins
As a beacon of hope and unwavering support for those who've served, Tamara Wilson, a seasoned veteran service officer, joins us to weave a narrative of valor, vulnerability, and victory. Drawing from her deeply rooted family legacy in the military and the emotional odyssey of her own Army enlistment, Tamara's heartfelt revelations demonstrate the resilience required in and after service. Transitioning from combat boots to advocacy ...
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February 17, 2024 • 51 mins
Welcome to another compelling episode of My VA Dayton. We are here to guide you through a tapestry of remarkable stories in celebration of Black History Month. Today, we bring to light the extraordinary contributions of black American veterans to our military and their influential impact on the arts.Join us as we dive into the life of Emmett North, Jr., a U.S. Army veteran whose love for music led him to share stages with icons lik...
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January 15, 2024 • 27 mins
Kenneth Ebaucher, an honorably discharged US Army combat-deployed veteran with extensive service in Bosnia, Iraq, and Afghanistan, is our distinguished guest on MyVA Dayton Podcast. Holding a Master of Arts in Cinematography and a Bachelor's degree in Theatre, Kenneth's talents extend beyond the military; his films, including the award-winning "Angels Unaware," have graced international film festivals. With a diploma in Russian Bas...
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October 1, 2023 • 38 mins
Our first guest is Steve, a Navy veteran who was medically retired in 1995 after serving for ten years as a nuclear engineer. Steve returned from Desert Storm with unexplained neurological symptoms that persisted for years. His health was significantly impacted, leading him to rely on a wheelchair and a multitude of medications. Steve's partner in this incredible journey is his wife, Valerie, who has become his full-time caregiver.
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September 22, 2023 • 10 mins
PACT ACT Excepts with John Looker Warren County VSO and Keith Carr Preble County VSO.
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August 1, 2023 • 55 mins
In this episode of MyVA Dayton Podcast, meet Army Veteran, Zulma Schrupp. She served in the US Army for 6 years as a specialist in the Transportation Corps. Aside from stateside service, she deployed to Iraq and Honduras during her time in the Army. Originally from Queens, NY she now resides in Urbana, OH with her husband of 19 years, two children and three pets. Zulma currently works for the Defense Finance and Accounting Service ...
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July 15, 2023 • 51 mins
In this episode of MyVA Dayton Podcast, meet Army Veteran Tim Pennartz. He served over 21 years in various roles from rifleman/machine gunner to a senior enlisted advisor. He deployed to multiple locations from Haiti and South Korea to Iraq and Afghanistan during the Global War on Terrorism. He currently serves as a Veteran Service Officer with the Greene County Veterans Service office.#usarmy #ftbragg #vso #veteran #rifleman #dayt...
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July 1, 2023 • 42 mins
In this episode of MyVA Dayton Podcast, meet Marine Corps Veteran Jeff Henderson. He began his service as a rifleman with 3rd Battalion 2nd Marines and served in Iraq, Afghanistan, Japan, and Africa. Upon completion of service, he began his career as a county Veterans Service Officer in 2011 with the Clark County Veterans Office. After several years there, he took a position with the Greene County Veterans Office to be closer to ho...
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June 15, 2023 • 46 mins
In this episode of MyVA Dayton Podcast, meet Navy Veteran Joe Ketring. He is a Vietnam Veteran and is the current commander of the West Carrollton VFW Post 3438. Joe is from West Carrollton, OH and is a retired terminal manager with Martin Transportation System. #usnavy #vietnamwar #vietnamveteran #veteran #daytonva
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June 1, 2023 • 37 mins
In this episode of MyVA Dayton Podcast, meet Army Veteran Stephen Ratcliffe, who served as an Army aviator/door gunner. He is on the Board of Directors of the “Vietnam Veterans of America Miami Valley, Chapter 97”. He is also an active member of the regional Veteran community, consistently seeking methods and resources to better Veteran lives.#va #vietnamveteran #vietnamvet #doorgunner
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May 15, 2023 • 33 mins
In this episode of MyVA Dayton Podcast, meet Army Veteran, Jim Ryan. Jim is a native of Springfield, OH and he served in the Army as a light infantryman. He retired as a manufacturing supervisor at International Harvester, which is now Navistar. He is also an active Springfield CBOC Veterans Stakeholder Committee member with the Dayton VA Medical Center.
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May 1, 2023 • 36 mins
In this episode of MyVA Dayton Podcast, meet Marine Corps Veteran, Paul Boykins, Sr. Paul served in Vietnam and is a Purple Heart Recipient, ordained minister, and inventor with several patents pending. He is a native of Dayton and is a graduate of the historic Dunbar High School.#purpleheart #marinecorps #vietnam #daytonva #usmc #vietnamwar
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April 15, 2023 • 29 mins
In this episode of MyVA Dayton Podcast, meet Dale Richardson a Vietnam Veteran who served in the U.S. Army Signal Corps as a crypto repair specialist. Currently he serves as an active Veteran Stakeholder Committee member and has been in this role for approximately five years. He also serves the local community as the co-chair of the Springfield Masonic Community Veterans Roll Call.#springfield #veteran #veteranaffairs #signalcorps...
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April 1, 2023 • 39 mins
In this episode of MyVA Dayton Podcast, meet Joe Stewart, a U.S. Navy Veteran, who served as a pilot and educator during his service to our nation, while supporting missions throughout the world. Joe moved to Springfield in 2007. Joe has an active role as a Veteran Stakeholder Committee member and has been in this position for approximately five years. He also serves the local community as the co-chair of the Springfield Masonic Co...
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March 15, 2023 • 36 mins
In this episode of MyVA Dayton Podcast, meet Keith Carr, a U.S. Navy Veteran, who served in the Seabee’s (Naval Construction Force) during his service to our nation, and supported multiple missions throughout the world. Upon retiring, Keith returned to Ohio where he worked for the Ohio Department of Transportation as a highway technician. In 2019, Keith began working for the Montgomery County Veteran Service Commission as a Veteran...
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March 1, 2023 • 32 mins
In this episode of MyVA Dayton Podcast, meet Dave Fradenburg, an Army Veteran who lives in the Richmond, IN area. He served on active duty as an administrative specialist and was stationed at various Army bases in the U.S. where he received his advanced administrative and logistic training. He returned to Ohio where he continued a career in journalism, among other vocations that had a positive impact on the community.
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February 15, 2023 • 42 mins
In this episode of MyVA Dayton Podcast, meet Veteran Hollis Melson. He served at various US Army installations and received his advanced telecommunications training before being deployed to Germany. Prior to being drafted, he was part of the band called The Majestics who later became gold record, world renowned funk group “SUN.” This afforded him more travels, a chance to perform his passion of playing bass guitar and influencing ...
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February 1, 2023 • 46 mins
In this episode of MyVA Dayton Podcast, meet John Looker, a graduate of Sidney high school, a public speaker and a Warren County Veterans Service Commissioner. John was wounded three times in Vietnam and is the recipient of two Purple Hearts.#vietnam #purpleheart #veteran #wounded
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January 15, 2023 • 46 mins
In this episode of MyVA Dayton Podcast, meet Tamara “A-B” Averett-Brauer. A-B holds a Master of Nursing degree, she retired from the Air Force as a colonel, where she had a distinguished career as a senior nursing executive leader with extensive aeromedical evacuation, with hospital and regional health system headquarters expertise. She also served as a military consultant to the Air Force Surgeon General for aeromedical evacuation...
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