The FORSCOM Frontline

Join us for a conversation with COL Birgit Lister, the FORSCOM Chief of Clinical Operations and Chief Nurse. She shares her story of being diagnosed with breast cancer and how she beat it. We talk about the importance of early detection, wellness exams and how your family history plays into your risk of being diagnosed with breast cancer. 

Join us for a conversation with Col. Rebecca Eggers and Sgt. Maj. Gary Krese, from the Integrated Personnel and Pay System-Army. They give us an update on the release of IPPS-A, share information on the system and talk about what Soldiers can expect when the system goes live. 

Join us for a special conversation with Gen. James McConville, the 40th Chief of Staff of the Army. We talk about his priorities, the importance of Forces Command as a force provider for the Army, recruitment, and so much more. 

Join us for a chat with the Soldiers from FORSCOM’s Best Squad as they prepare for the Army’s Best Squad Competition. We talk about how they have built cohesion within their team; what they are doing to prepare; and what it feels like for them to represent FORSCOM, the XVIII Airborne Corps, and their Division -- the 101st Airborne Division -- at the Army-level. 

Join us for a conversation with Chaplain (Brig. Gen.) Thomas Behling, the FORSCOM Chaplain, as we look at spiritual readiness -- what does it mean; why is it important; and how do we practice it? Behling also shares important information on the role Chaplains play in H2F and how they can help someone going through a crisis. 

Join us for a conversation with Dr. Pamela Lemons and Staff Sgt. Lawrence Crawford, from the 62nd Medical Brigade at Joint Base Lewis-McChord. SSG Crawford talks about how Dr. Lemons and the Holistic Health and Fitness Program have helped him work through the losses of two friends to suicide.    62nd Medical Brigade Facebook  Holistic Health and Fitness

Join us for a conversation with Command Sgt. Maj. Todd Sims, the FORSCOM Command Sergeant Major. We talk to him about engaged leadership; his conversations with Soldiers in the field; and the readiness of FORSCOM units.  He also talks to us about the FORSCOM Best Squad Competition -- what we can expect to see and the importance of the new competition.  This episode was recorded during th...

Join us for a conversation with Tawni Dixon, her family is the 2021 AUSA Army Family of the Year. She talks to us about the importance of resiliency, building a community, and understanding the resources available to military families. Tawni's husband is Sgt. 1st Class Justin Dixon of the 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Bragg, North Carolina.

Join us for a conversation with Erinn Burgess, from the Installation Management Command Public Affairs Office. She talks to us about the Digital Garrison App. She explains everything, from the information it provides to how to update your location following a PCS, and everything in between. This is a bonus episode recorded during the Inaugural AUSA Warfighter Expo and Summit in Fayetteville, NC. D...

Join us for a conversation with Maj. Gen. Milford H. Beagle, Jr., the Commanding General of the 10th Mountain Division. He talks to us about the importance of community relationships, engaged leadership, and new initiatives happening around the division. 10th Mountain Division Facebook Page 

Join us for a conversation with Lt. Gen. Xavier Brunson, I Corps Commanding General, and Command Sgt. Maj. Shawn Carns, I Corps Command Sergeant Major. We chat with them about the I Corps mission, the Indo-Pacific region, and the importance of engaged leadership and trust.

After 38 years of service, FORSCOM Commanding General, Gen. Michael X. Garrett, is retiring next month. He sits down with us to highlight lessons learned, share his advice to military families, and talk about what he is looking forward to in retirement. Don't miss this special episode and Gen. Garrett's last appearance on the podcast. 

Last month, 20th CBRNE Command hosted the All-Army Explosive Ordnance Disposal Team of the Year Competition. During this, five EOD team competed to be named the best team in the U.S. Army. Join us for a conversation with the winning team from the competition, Staff Sgt. Mark S. Owens and Spc. Brady L. Dunn, from the 759th Ordnance Company - EOD, 3rd EOD Battalion, 71st Ordnance Group (EOD). 20th C...

Join us for a conversation with Chaplain (COL) David P. Curlin the FORSCOM Chaplain's Office Chief of Operations & Sustainment, as he discusses his unique invocation style. We also spoke with him about the feedback he has received from peers and what inspired him to think outside the box and do things a little differently.

Join us for a conversation with Brig. Gen. John Kline, Commander of the U.S. Army Center for Initial Military Training, as we discuss the ACFT. We ask him some of the top questions that Sgt. Maj. of the Army Michael Grinston has received from the field regarding the implementation of the ACFT and what it means for Soldiers. U.S. Army Center for Initial Military Training Facebook Learn more about t...

Join us for a conversation about the 3rd Infantry Division’s Marne Guardian Program. We will talk with Mr. Robert Lewis, 3rd ID SHARP Program Manager, to learn more about the program, how it started and its importance. We are also joined by 3rd ID Soldiers who are currently Marne Guardians. They talk about why they wanted to be a part of the program and how they are helping their peers. Marne Guar...

Join us for a conversation with Dr. Craig Bryan from The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. We talk to him about safe weapons storage as well as what sort of things he thinks we should look at when it comes to suicide prevention. We also talk about his visits with FORSCOM units and his message to Soldiers. Also joining the conversation and co-hosting this episode is Kelsey Hurt from the...

Join us for a conversation with Robyn Mroszczyk, she is the A rmy's Lead Financial Education Program Manager, an accredited financial counselor and a military spouse. We are talking about financial literacy, what that means, why it is important and why the Army cares. We'll share some of the tools and resources available to S oldiers and their families. Financial Frontline Website Soldier for Life...

Join us as we learn more about what affects a security clearance and debunk some myths surrounding behavioral health care and a security clearance. We are talking about changes to the security clearance process and sharing what you need to know. For more information on security clearances, visit the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency website

During this episode, Maj. Jennifer Dyrcz, Joint Readiness Training Center, Operations Group Public Affairs Officer, brings us a conversation with Brig. Gen. Peter Scott of the 4th Canadian Division - 4e Division du Canada , about their recent training at JRTC and Fort Polk . This episode brings a different perspective on the importance of training with partners and allies.

During this episode, the FORSCOM Leader Development Team joins us to talk about their mission and new initiatives. We discuss the tools available to leaders at all echelons as well as how they directly support the Army's number one priority, People, and overall Army Readiness. We are joined by COL Jeff Becker, LTC David Howell and SGM Rob Bruce.  Websites mentioned in today's episode:  L...

Tune into the next FORSCOM Frontline episode as we explore how the National Training Center focuses on not just unit readiness, but also individual readiness during rotations -- and the importance of both. We are talking with CPT Joshua Mills, CPT Matthew Hughes, CPT Shaun Redden  -- all are currently Observer Coach/Trainers at NTC.  National Training Center/Fort Irwin Facebook  Ope...

Lt. Col. Adam Barlow and Sgt. Maj. Gavin Holmes, Brigade Command and Control Task Force at the Joint Readiness Training Center, talk about building unit readiness at JRTC. We talk about the switch from counter insurgency operations to large scale combat operations; mastering the fundamentals; and training with other countries.  JRTC Operations Group Facebook JRTC and Fort Polk Facebook 

Join us for a special episode with guest host, Gen. Michael X. Garrett, FORSCOM Commanding General. He talks with a member of our FORSCOM team whose son died by suicide in 2017. Retired Command Sgt. Maj. Dana Johnson shares his son’s story and talks about how he thinks we can help Soldiers who find themselves in similar situations. If you need to talk to someone, help is available: Veterans/Milita...

Our next episode will be available February 10 and the FORSCOM Commanding General, General Michael Garrett will be back to host. He will talk with a member of our FORSCOM team whose son died by suicide in 2017. Retired Command Sgt. Maj. Dana Johnson shares his son’s story and talks about how he thinks we can help Soldiers who find themselves in similar situations. Here is a preview of that convers...