Tinker Talks

This month we discuss a program that generates little conversation but plays a vital role to our mission success here at Tinker Air Force Base. They are the retired veteran volunteers. They are seen in the pharmacy or in the I.D. Card Office day in and day out, smiling, helping, serving. This week we are joined by Chief MSgt. (Ret.) Lorraine Caddy, the retiree activities office director. She herse...

Welcome to Tinker Talks. In this episode we have a conversation with Mr. Bob Amundson, the Civilian Personnel Officer with the Force Support Squadron. We discuss different types of careers available here and how to go about getting hired at Oklahoma's largest single site employer. Do you think STEM is the best or only career field here? Listen in and find out, you might be surprised. Tune in for g...

In this episode of Tinker Talks, we sit down with Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex commander, Brig. Gen. Chris Hill and 564th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron deputy Mark Estorga to discuss rising suicide rates in the Air Force. The Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. David L. Goldfein mandated that the Air Force will conduct a Resilience Tactical Pause. The RTP, which takes place between Aug. 1...

Thanks for joining us for another episode of Tinker Talks. This episode features the event coordinators for this year's 911 Run, Walk, Ruck. This year marks the return of the POW/MIA 24 hour vigil. Event coordinators, MSgt. Damont Cooley and TSgt. Hugo Perez discuss the event along with some new additions. This yearly event is in honor of those fallen during the 911 attacks. This year you will wan...

This episode highlights some of the hardest working members of the security forces team - The Military Working Dog. Join us on location as we sit down with SSgt. Desi Padilla of the 72 Security Forces Squadron to talk about his role as a handler and the training and relationship he has with his MWD. Please remember to download, rate and subscribe to Tinker Talks. Let us know what you would like to...

Welcome to Tinker Talks. In this episode we sit down with the 448 Supply Chain Management Wing commander, Mr. Dennis D'Angelo, to discuss the supply chain's mission and how innovation initiatives and Art of the Possible successes are posturing them for the future. Whether you know a lot, a little or nothing at all about the supply chain's mission, this episode delivers something for everyone. Plea...

Welcome to Tinker Talks. We were fortunate enough to catch up with F-16 Viper Demo Tream Commander, Maj. Garret "Toro" Schmitz and Crew Chief, NCOIC, Tech Sgt. Ryan Hutchinson during the 2019 Star Spangled Salute Air and Space Show at Tinker Air Force Base. The team discuss flying, maneuvers, training, recruiting and more. Tune in for a great conversation with the new commander and his crew chief....

This episode we sit down with the commander of the 72 security forces squadron, Lt. Col. Tyrell Mayfield to discuss Police Week and leadership. We discuss his personal philosophy on reading and how it relates to professional leadership skills. Thanks for taking the time to listen and as always please remember to subscribe and download. Check us out of Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and Twitter. We w...

Welcome to Tinker Talks. This month we sit down with three members of the Tinker fire and rescue units who responded the day of the bombing 24 years-ago and remain at Tinker today. We talk about that horrific day and how it has impacted their lives, professionally and personally. This is the first time the three have spoken publicly about their experience and are the last three firefighters at Tin...

We sit down with the commander of the 552 Air Control Wing for a discussion about the important strategic mission and major accomplishments last year. There is also discussion of our long-standing partnership with the Royal Canadian Air Force. Also as his time winds down...what's next for the colonel?

A podcast dedicated to the latest events and happenings on one of the largest Air Force bases, “Tinker Talks” features various perspectives from the 5,600-acre installation. Captured by the 72nd Air Base Wing Public Affairs Office, this podcast shares stories, updates and insights on Tinker Air Force Base. Episode 4: New year, new you

A podcast dedicated to the latest events and happenings on one of the largest Air Force bases, “Tinker Talks” features various perspectives from the 5,600-acre installation. Captured by the 72nd Air Base Wing Public Affairs Office, this podcast shares stories, updates and insights on Tinker Air Force Base.

A podcast dedicated to the latest events and happenings on one of the largest Air Force bases, “Tinker Talks” features various perspectives from the 5,600-acre installation. Captured by the 72nd Air Base Wing Public Affairs Office, this podcast shares stories, updates and insights on Tinker Air Force Base.

A podcast dedicated to the latest events and happenings on one of the largest Air Force bases, “Tinker Talks” features various perspectives from the 5,600-acre installation. Captured by the 72nd Air Base Wing Public Affairs Office, this podcast shares stories, updates and insights on Tinker Air Force Base.