Episode 116: Tango Alpha Lima: Actress and comedian Ashley Gutermuth

_In this special series we celebrate Women's History Month and honor the service of women veterans and their contributions to American military history. _ In this episode, we honor the "Angels of Anzio," four courageous nurses of World War II who received the Silver Star for their gallantry in combat. The stories of Mary Roberts, Elaine Roe, Virginia Rourke, and Ellen Ainsworth is one of exceptional courage and resilience as they saved countless lives during the chaos of a relentless battle. We also recognize the contributions of other women who emerged as trailblazers as a new century of warfare brought new roles for women SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR Esther Hasson Anita Newcomb McGee Jane Delano WORLD WAR I The "Hello Girls" Opha May Johnson Helen Purviance Loretta Perfectus Walsh WORLD WAR II Elaine Harmon Jacqueline Cochran Nancy Harkness Love Cornelia Fort Ruth Streeter Lt. Col. Charity Adams Earley

ASK US ANYTHING How to “choose your own adventure” as a member of The American Legion. INTERVIEW Marine Corps veteran Rye Barcott, co-founder and CEO of With Honor, talks about how the cross-partisan organization works with the For Country Caucus, how they seek to advance veteran leadership in elected public service and the need to support our Afghanistan allies. . SCUTTLEBUTT Hamm gets the Slammer: Texas man sentenced in stolen valor case Psychedelic Fast Track: MDMA approved for a fast-track review by the FDA Celebrity Veteran: Serving in the Coast Guard a family tradition for a trio of Hollywood actors Special Guest: Rye Barcott.

_In this special series we celebrate Women's History Month and honor the service of women veterans and their contributions to American military history. _ Dr. Mary Edwards Walker was a surgeon and is the only woman to receive the Medal of Honor for her service during the Civil War. She worked as a contract surgeon for the Union Army and was known for her dedication and pioneering efforts in the field of military medicine. In addition to sharing the story of Dr. Walker, we also honor other trailblazing women who served in during the earliest wars in America's history. AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR Deborah Sampson Molly Pitcher Lydia Darragh MEXICAN-AMERICAN WAR Sarah Borginis Sarah Edmonds U.S. CIVIL WAR Mary Ann "Mother" Bickerdyke Dorothea Dix Susie King Taylor

BRAVO ZULU Host Stacy Persall welcomes her two new co-hosts, Joe Worley and Adam Marr to their first episode, which the trio kicks off with celebration of three American Legion Posts who are making big differences in their local communities. GUEST Successful hospitality entrepreneur and bestselling author Chip Conley is on a quest to reframe our relationship with aging. He founded the Modern Elder Academy with a mission to foster intergenerational mentoring as a ‘modern elder.’ Conley talks about his experience as a 'modern elder' at AirBnB, how he embraces mid-life and how these experiences led him to launch the Modern Elder Academy. THE SCUTTLEBUTT Serving in Disguise: Women who fought to fight in the Civil War Next Generation Post: Dripping Springs Texas opens new post as first phase of a reimagined veteran resource Puppy Patrol: Coast Guard inspection team rescues puppy from shipping container Special Guest: Chip Conley.

Marine Corps veteran Juliana Mercer, Veteran Advocacy and Public Policy Director of Healing Breakthrough, discusses her work in advocating for the adoption of MDMA-Assisted Therapy in the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs. Juliana talks about removing the stigma of psychedelics use, the experience of MDMA-assisted therapy, and the work her organization is doing to fulfill their mission of making this treatment available to veterans in the United States. Special Guest: Juliana Mercer.

Since there’s an extra day on the calendar, we’re taking the opportunity to introduce the newest members of the Tango Alpha Lima family. Host Stacy Pearsall introduces her new co-hosts, Army veteran Adam Marr and Navy veteran Joe Worley.

TROLL PATROL Setting the record straight on inclusivity at Legion Posts ZERO CHAT THIRTY Nick Palmisciano, founder of the first military lifestyle brand, Ranger Up, CEO of Diesel Jack Media and aspiring stoic joins the podcast to discuss entrepreneurship, overcoming failure and what he's learned about the importance of The American Legion. SCUTTLEBUTT The military origin story of Kotex VA is facing technical difficulties Farewell and following seas Special Guest: Nick Palmisciano.

TROLL PATROL We discuss shopping for the perfect post and how posts are evolving away from the smoky bar stereotype to attract younger members. ZERO CHAT THIRTY Marine Corps veteran, “The Hangover” actor and comedian Rob Riggle talks about his military service and his work as an entertainer – plus, learns a few tips on accessing his military benefits. SCUTTLEBUTT Presidents who served: Commanders-in-chief with military experience prior to taking office. Foods you never knew were invented by the military The Culper Spy Ring and Agent 355 Special Guest: Rob Riggle.

TROLL PATROL Why it's important for busy veterans to make time for volunteering in the veteran community. ZERO CHAT THIRTY Army veteran Bryan Adams, who famously appeared in the 2008 IAVA Ad Council PSA "Alone", shares how his advocacy for veteran services on college campuses, his experience as a Pat Tillman Foundation Scholar, and his own recovery from combat wounds and PTSD led him to his position as Assistant Director of Rutgers University Office of Veteran and Military Programs and Services. Adams discusses how his position allows him to help other veterans as they navigate transition from the military and using their GI Bill benefits. SCUTTLEBUTT Remembering "Thunder Throat" the Army veteran known for movie trailer voiceovers Love, American Legion Style – a Valentine's Day truer than the Red, White and Blue. Turtle Power - history of American submariners Special Guest: Bryan Adams.

TROLL PATROL A call to women veterans: don't turn away - help turn things around. Stacy offers a lesson in creating change from the inside. ZERO CHAT THIRTY When Michelle Lang's husband separated from the Army and the family moved home to rural Pennsylvania, they faced medical, mental health and other challenges that put a strain on their marriage. Through the support of family and friends, they were able to get back on their feet. Yet, in the aftermath, Michelle discovered a wealth of resources that could have helped the couple weather the storm more easily...if only they'd know about them. Thus began Michelle's mission to connect rural veterans to valuable resources and support, in the form of her non-profit organization, Veteran Help Point. SCUTTLEBUTT Fighter Pilot, Harvard Student, 2024 Miss America Foo Fighters – The UFO’s of WWII Navy to name destroyer after WWII hero Charles French Special Guest: Michelle Lang.