Oscar Mike Radio

In episode 480 of Oscar Mike Radio, host Travis honors Black History Month by reflecting on the Robert Gould Shaw and 54th Massachusetts Regiment Memorial in Boston. He discusses the legacy of the 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment, the first officially recognized African American combat unit in the U.S. Army, highlighting their bravery, sacrifice at Fort Wagner, and the leadership of Colonel Sh...

I talked with Olympic bobsledder Will Person for a powerfuland eye-opening conversation about brain injury, chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), and the search for healing after years of elite competition. Will opens up about his personal battle with brain trauma,including cognitive decline, memory challenges, and mental health struggles that followed his career in high-impact sports. His story...

In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I sit down with Army veteran Joseph Yurick , host of The Sober Vet Podcast . As a fellow air defense artillery veteran, we talk openly about our shared experiences in the military, the realities of military life, and the deeply ingrained culture of alcohol within the armed forces. Joseph shares his powerful personal journey to sobriety, how it impacted his fami...

In this milestone episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I welcomeback Lance A. Slatton, founder of All Home Care Matters . We discuss his personal journey into geriatric and home care, which began with caring for his grandparents and later his father. Our conversation dives into the real challenges familiesface, especially veterans and their loved ones, when navigating care optionsand understanding resourc...

It was exciting to sit down with Army veteran, writer, andpoet Ryan McDermott to talk about his memoir, Down Downriver: A Memoir of a Warrior Poet . Ryan shares his journey from a challenging upbringing to WestPoint, his experiences as a platoon leader during and after 9/11, and the emotional toll of war and the transition back to civilian life. We talked about the healing power of poetry, the imp...

In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I sit down with filmmaker Stephen Grayhm to talk about his new movie, Sheepdog. Stephen shares how his Grandfather’s WWII service and a chance encounter with a veteran inspired him to tell veterans’ stories and focus on post-traumatic growth authentically. We dive into the deep research behind the film, the importance of empathy, and the challenges ofaccurately...

In this New Year’s Day episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I reflect on technical challenges, shares family updates, and discusses his personal growth as a podcaster. I discuss the $9 billion fraud scandal in Minnesota, criticizing the lack of oversight and its impact on public resources, particularly for veterans. I want to start this year by encouraging aspiring creators to embrace mistakes and start t...

Episode 473 of Oscar Mike Radio was recorded outdoors at Island Grove Park in Abington, MA, cold, windy New England weather and all. I shared how Oscar Mike Radio grew in 2025 and what’s ahead for 2026, including our 500th episode milestone. We talked veteran storytelling, teaching podcasting, embracing video, veterans' advocacy, employment challenges, and why strong community support matters...

OneStream Live is streaming this episode of Oscar Mike Radio. I had the privilege of speaking with Colonel Wesley Martin and retired Command Sergeant Major Dan Elder about a mission that truly matters, preserving the history, leadership, and legacy of Army Noncommissioned Officers (NCOs). Both Colonel Martin and CSM Elder are deeply involved with the NCO Historical Society, an organization dedicat...

In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, host Travis interviews Army veteran Sean Loosen, CEO of PDS Optical. Sean shares his journey from West Point to leading a company that manufactures prescription eyeglasses for U.S. veterans through VA contracts. They discuss his military background, transition to civilian life, PDS Optical’s mission to provide high-quality, affordable eyewear, and the challenge...

In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I sit down with RickDungey from the Christmas Spirit Foundation to talk about the incredible mission behind Trees for Troops . Rick and I discuss how the foundation delivers real, farm-grown Christmas trees to military bases across the U.S., and what ittakes from logistics to community support to make it all happen. Rick shares powerful stories from service mem...

In this Thanksgiving episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I reflect on nearly 25 years of career milestones, personal growth, and the support I’ve received from veterans, family, and friends. Recording from Boston, I wanted to share my heartfelt gratitude for my sons, my weightlifting journey, and the freedoms of living in America.   There are many challenges to face during the holidays. I wanted to exten...

I talk with fellow Marine Corps veteran Ted Painter, who is now Senior Enlisted Advisor of HMLA-773, MAG-49, 4th MAW,  and an Associate Vice President, MarketOperations for CareSource. Ted shares insights from his 23-year military career and histransition into healthcare management, inspired by a personal health experience. We discussed CareSource’s innovative work supporting military families thr...

In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I spoke with Chas Henry,Marine Corps veteran and author of Fuji Fire . We revisited the 1979 Camp Fuji fire in Japan. This was a devastating peacetime disaster triggered by a typhoon that claimed the lives of several Marines. Chas shares his powerful investigative journey uncoveringthe systemic failures behind the tragedy and reflects on the resilience, leaders...

This show is an Oscar Mike Radio Special Series supportingGina Alderman's Veteran Unchained Anthology. We are bringing in Veterans Unchained 3.0: Battle Tested and the 250th Marine Corps Birthday with USMC Veteran and Featured Author Travis Partington for the upcominganthology "Veterans Unchained United 3.0”. In this special episode, the Creator and Ret. U.S. NavyCommander Gina Alderman i...

In this Oscar Mike Radio Special Edition, celebrating the250th Marine Corps Birthday, Travis interviews acclaimed filmmaker Michael Pack about his documentary, "The Last 600 Meters," which depicts key battles in the Iraq War in Najaf and Fallujah. Michael discusses the 17-year journey to bring the film tobroadcast, the challenges of earning the Marine Corps' trust, and the importance...

This show is an Oscar Mike Radio Special Series supportingGina Alderman's Veteran Unchained Anthology Series. Our second contributor for Veterans Unchained 3.0: Battle Tested features Sheila Farr, a US Air Force Veteran, Business Owner, Publisher, and Producer of the upcoming anthology"Veterans Unchained United 30." Sheila shares her journey in assembling the anthologies, theimportan...

This show is an Oscar Mike Radio Special Series supporting Gina Alderman's Veteran Unchained Series. We are kicking off Veterans Unchained 3.0: Battle Tested with Jan de Zwarte, a transformational life coach and a featured writer of the upcoming anthology "Veterans Unchained United 30." Jan shares how he became involved through organizer Gina Alderman, his role in coaching the Vetera...

In this episode of Oscar MikeRadio, Travis interviews Vladislav Shapiro, a Ukrainian veteran, mathematician,and U.S. immigrant. Vlad shares his experiences growing up in Kyiv, serving asa movie projectionist in the Soviet military, and immigrating to America. Hediscusses the ongoing war in Ukraine, Russia’s imperial ambitions, and theimportance of U.S. support. Vlad also highlights his nonprofit,...

In this episode, Travis sits down with Alexander Kobelev and Dr. Larry Poltavtsev to discuss how veterans can successfully transition into civilian careers in IT and cybersecurity. We explored the challenges many veterans face, the need for tailored education, and the innovative learning platform they’ve built. Learnix blends technical training, soft skills development, and real-world experience i...

As I said at the start of this show, The New England Center and Home for Veterans have had a profound impact on my life. At the time, it was the New England Shelter and Home for Veterans. I wasn’t homeless, but I needed something that said I had technical acumen, even though my Marine Corps MOS could only be done by a small percentage of people. I got a hand up when I needed it, and giving back to...

I sit down with Charity Brown, founder of The Happy CEO and a powerhouse entrepreneur, to discuss her four-part framework for helping veterans achieve success, purpose, and fulfillment through entrepreneurship. Charity opens up about her own journey, challenges common myths about veterans in business, and shares how her program empowers clients to discover their purpose, plan strategically, and bu...

In this powerful episode, I speak with Frank Larkin, a U.S. Navy SEAL veteran and former Sergeant at Arms of the U.S. Senate, about his journey from the battlefield to public leadership and the mission that continues to drive him today. Frank opens up about his son Ryan, who followed in his footsteps to become a Navy SEAL. After multiple combat deployments, Ryan faced an undiagnosed blast-related...

This week, join me as we sit down with Rae O’Donnell and Jeffrey Riley from the Veterans Resource Alliance to discuss a critical mission: supporting our veterans in New Hampshire. We dive deep into the challenges many veterans face when returning home, from mental health struggles and housing insecurity to the frustrating maze of fragmented support systems. Rae and Jeffrey share their personal exp...

This week, I sat down with Dr. Ariel Jordan, an Army veteran and mental health expert, in honor of National PTSD Awareness Day . Dr. Jordan shares her remarkable journey from serving as an Army culinary specialist to becoming apsychologist, a path profoundly shaped by personal loss and trauma. She opened up about resilience, the role of evidence-based therapies like EMDR, and her mission to suppor...