Podcast | Enlisted Association of the National Guard of Montana https://eangmt.org The Source for MT National Guard Information Mon, 18 May 2020 16:25:58 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://eangmt.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/41/2015/06/Logo-150x150.jpg Podcast | Enlisted Association of the National Guard of Montana https://eangmt.org 32 32 PODCAST / VIDEOCAST – NOVEMBER 2019 https://eangmt.org/2019/11/12/podcast-videocast-november-2019/ Tue, 12 Nov 2019 20:32:11 +0000 https://mteang.org/2019/11/12/podcast-videocast-november-2019/ On the latest episode of the EANGUS podcast/videocast, Adrienne Jackson, Army Legislative Program Manager at the National Guard Association of the U.S. joined Scott. Adrienne and Scott chatted about Adrienne’s Capitol Hill experience working for Senator Jim Inhofe, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee. Having joined NGAUS in June, Adrienne has traveled to conferences and will soon attend a few state association conferences. Adrienne and Scott discussed the most recent Secretary of Defense Roundtable Series and the #Knowyourmil and #Iserved campaigns, and provided a brief update on duty status reform.

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]]> NEW EPISODE: Shoot It or Eat It: Coffee with Congressman Jack Bergman https://eangmt.org/2019/10/09/new-episode-shoot-it-or-eat-it-coffee-with-congressman-jack-bergman/ Wed, 09 Oct 2019 13:17:11 +0000 https://mteang.org/2019/10/09/new-episode-shoot-it-or-eat-it-coffee-with-congressman-jack-bergman/ Earlier this month we announced our new podcast, Coffee with Congress, where each episode we sit down with a new member of Congress to ask hard-hitting questions that have nothing to do with politics at all! 

In our latest episode, we sit down with Congressman Jack Bergman! As a pilot and businessman, and having served as a Three-Star General in the Marine Corps, Congressman Jack Bergman has always been committed to serving others. Having family roots in Michigan since the 1800s, he now represents Michigan’s 1st District. Listen in as Congressman Bergman gives advice to his 20-year-old self, the great Chevy vs. Ford debate, and what he’s prepared to do if a moose attacks his Capitol Hill office. 

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]]> NEW EPISODE: History of Streaking: Coffee with Congressman Denver Riggleman https://eangmt.org/2019/09/25/new-episode-history-of-streaking-coffee-with-congressman-denver-riggleman/ Wed, 25 Sep 2019 13:05:43 +0000 https://mteang.org/2019/09/25/new-episode-history-of-streaking-coffee-with-congressman-denver-riggleman/ Earlier this month we announced our new podcast, Coffee with Congress, where each episode we sit down with a new member of Congress to ask hard-hitting questions that have nothing to do with politics at all! 

In our latest episode, we sit down with Congressman Denver Riggleman! Growing up in Virginia and having served in the United States Air Force, Congressman Denver Riggleman represents Virginia’s 5th District. He’s a businessman who opened his own distillery with his wife Christine in 2013 called Silverback Distillery, located in Afton, VA. Listen in as Congressman Riggleman breaks down his favorite rollercoasters, breakdancing classes, and how the Congressman really feels about BuzzFeed. 

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]]> Our New Podcast: Coffee with Congress! https://eangmt.org/2019/09/13/our-new-podcast-coffee-with-congress/ Fri, 13 Sep 2019 16:11:23 +0000 https://mteang.org/2019/09/13/our-new-podcast-coffee-with-congress/ We’re excited to announce our new podcast, Coffee with Congress, where each episode we sit down with a new member of Congress to ask hard-hitting questions that have nothing to do with politics at all! Our goal is to spend time with the people who represent us in our Government and learn more about them, their lives, and what makes them tick. With a mix of funny questions and serious ones, we’ll learn more about our Representatives in a way that’s never been done before!

In our latest episode, we sit down with Congressman Dusty Johnson! Growing up in South Dakota and having served as an active community volunteer, Rep. Johnson is the single voice that represents South Dakota in Congress. He’s a family man who enjoys camping, hiking, and reading with his wife and three sons. Listen in as Congressman Johnson breaks down mashed potato wrestling, his method for fighting ring-necked pheasants, and what he would choose as an entrance song when entering any room.

Check out the first 4 episodes now and follow along as we continue to dig deep! The podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, and everywhere else!

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]]> PODCAST / VIDEOCAST – AUGUST 2019.2 https://eangmt.org/2019/08/27/podcast-videocast-august-2019-2/ Tue, 27 Aug 2019 19:30:02 +0000 https://mteang.org/2019/08/27/podcast-videocast-august-2019-2/ On our latest EANGUS Podcast episode, Frank Yoakum, Executive Director and Scott Bousum, Legislative Director discussed the 2019 EANGUS National Conference highlights. Frank and Scott covered newly ratified resolutions, updated listeners about the National Defense Authorization Act, and Frank discussed his most recent experience interacting with attendees of the SGM Development Program in Fort Leavenworth, Kansas.

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]]> PODCAST / VIDEOCAST – AUGUST 2019 https://eangmt.org/2019/08/21/podcast-videocast-august-2019/ Wed, 21 Aug 2019 23:13:44 +0000 https://mteang.org/2019/08/21/podcast-videocast-august-2019/ Legislative Director Daniel Elkins highlights the EANGUS National Conference, gives a legislative update regarding Student Veterans, and shares an exciting new EANGUS partnership.   EANGUS is proud to be the first official organization with a MOA between the Department of Veterans Affairs on suicide prevention in the National Guard.  We have been working hard to fight this issue making sure all members of the National Guard get the same mental health benefits.  For more information on suicide prevention resources or college credit for military training please reach out to any of the EANGUS Staff.

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]]> PODCAST / VIDEOCAST – JUNE 2019 https://eangmt.org/2019/06/06/podcast-videocast-june-2019/ Thu, 06 Jun 2019 17:42:03 +0000 https://mteang.org/2019/06/06/podcast-videocast-june-2019/ Overview
The Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States (EANGUS) represents the interests of over 400,000 men and women in the Army and air National Guard, Veterans, and family members, and we are happy to bring you real-time information to what’s going on inside the Beltway.  In our podcast we discuss relevant policy issues, answer your questions, and interview today’s leaders in government.

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During the latest episode of the EANGUS Podcast on June 5, 2019, Frank Yoakum, Executive Director and Scott Bousum, Legislative Director update listeners about legislative efforts and policy changes. Scott discusses recent developments on Capitol Hill regarding the National Defense Authorization Act, and Frank talks about the Mission Act and tuition assistance. Frank closes the Podcast teasing listeners about the upcoming EANGUS National Conference in Des Moines, IA.

PODCAST – JUNE 2019

 

]]> PODCAST / VIDEOCAST – MAY 2019 https://eangmt.org/2019/05/30/podcast-videocast-may-2019/ Thu, 30 May 2019 15:00:17 +0000 https://mteang.org/2019/05/30/podcast-videocast-may-2019/ Overview
The Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States (EANGUS) represents the interests of over 400,000 men and women in the Army and air National Guard, Veterans, and family members, and we are happy to bring you real-time information to what’s going on inside the Beltway.  In our podcast we discuss relevant policy issues, answer your questions, and interview today’s leaders in government.

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In today’s episode, Daniel introduces special guest Kevin Hollinger the former Executive Council Area VI Chair and the new Legislative Director for the Reserve officers Association.  We discussed a few important issues that our two associations have been collectively working on including DD214 for all members of the Reserve Component,  Suicide Prevention, and the NDAA.   Daniel also gave a quick rundown on the details of an upcoming partnership and the EANGUS Annual Conference.

PODCAST – MAY 2019

]]> PODCAST 15 March 2019 https://eangmt.org/2019/03/21/podcast-15-march-2019/ Thu, 21 Mar 2019 15:05:28 +0000 https://mteang.org/2019/03/21/podcast-15-march-2019/ Overview
The Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States (EANGUS) represents the interests of over 400,000 men and women in the Army and air National Guard, Veterans, and family members, and we are happy to bring you real-time information to what’s going on inside the Beltway.  In our podcast we discuss relevant policy issues, answer your questions, and interview today’s leaders in government.
On March 15, 2019, Daniel and Scott reconvened to update EANGUS members on the Legislative Workshop, the President’s Budget Request, and top button items. Daniel and Scott discussed the introduction of suicide prevention bills in both chambers, The CARE for Reservists Act in the Senate, and the Vets Center Eligibility Expansion Act in the House. They provide an update on The TRICARE Reserve Select Improvement Act legislation that is gaining support in the Senate and House due to EANGUS member engagement during the Workshop in February. The podcast concludes with an update on how our 1st social media campaign hit 10,000 views.
]]> Podcast – 30 JAN 2019 https://eangmt.org/2019/01/30/podcast-30-jan-2019/ Wed, 30 Jan 2019 20:41:55 +0000 https://mteang.org/2019/01/30/podcast-30-jan-2019/ Overview
The Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States (EANGUS) represents the interests of over 400,000 men and women in the Army and air National Guard, Veterans, and family members, and we are happy to bring you real-time information to what’s going on inside the Beltway.  In our podcast we discuss relevant policy issues, answer your questions, and interview today’s leaders in government.

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In today’s episode, Daniel and Steve discuss the busy DC staff schedule including, Executive Director Frank Yoakum’s trip to visit troops in Guam, Legislative Director Daniel Elkin’s trip to the CCME conference and upcoming drill.  Steve talked about the Department of Education’s negotiated rule-making session and the vital role EANGUS is playing.  Daniel also gave a quick rundown on the details of the Annual Legislative Conference.

Podcast – 30JAN2019

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