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Brian Christiana PodcastEpisode 9- Mike McLaughlinBrian has the chance to talk to Mike McLaughlin, the 2025 mayoral candidate for Shamokin. Mike talks about his early life, owning a business, and what led him to start a career in politics.2025-03-3121 min
Confronting Christianity with Rebecca McLaughlinIs the New Testament Historically Reliable? with Mike KrugerRebecca and Dr. Michael J. Kruger discuss the origins and reliability of the New Testament, the textual transmission from early Christianity, the authenticity of gospel accounts, and address common skeptic arguments, including Bart Ehrman's views on manuscript variations. Dr. Kruger highlights the significance of Jesus' character and teachings while discussing the historical importance of early Christian texts.Subscribe to Mike's Blog:Miniature Codices in Early ChristianityFollow Mike Kruger:X, Facebook, and WebsiteThe Story of Jesus is designed for churches to use during evangelism and outreach events to help...2025-02-0442 min
Strength From ServiceJohn BakerOn top of being a lawyer, an endurance bike rider, and professor, John Baker is a Retired Marine Gunny that thrives in helping his fellow Veteran. He has helped with Veteran Homes, set up and trained for Veterans court, and has successfully defended Veterans with his Hamline Law degree. John and the guys talk about what got him into The Corps nearly 45 years ago, and he and Mike talk about a lot of recent Military history. John shares his experience from the Barracks Bombing in Beirut and what starting Veterans Court means to him. Jack asks about what John’s...2024-11-051h 52
Strength From ServiceDennis BoldtWorld War II Veteran Dennis Boldt landed on Utah Beach during in the invasion on Normandy, or as many of us know it, D-Day. Dennis joins our hosts and talks about his upbringing, what influenced him to join the Army, his time in the military, and some of the past 80 years since D-Day. He shares some stories on his training as an anti-aircraft gunner, and he tells some stories of his ironically named French dog, Herman the German, including the time Herman got into a fight with Willie, General Eisenhower's dog. Dennis has an amazing story of reconnecting with...2024-10-301h 44
Strength From ServiceJack is backJoin us as the guys get back together after having a few weeks off. Jack is back after a long hunting trip in South Africa and he shares stories and photos with the Mike and Jake of his bounty. Find out what his favorite meal was, his most memorable hunt, how an antenna almost spoiled a hunt, and the premise for a new book. The guys discuss what it means to live every day with no regrets.2024-10-231h 39
Open InvestigationScope and SeverityScope and Severity - Ep 4In Episode 4 of Open Investigation, host Melanie McLaughlin continues her inquiry into the disappearance of her childhood friend, Andy Puglisi, and the broader human trafficking ring that thrived in 1970s Massachusetts. The episode uncovers an extensive network of child exploitation, focusing on the infamous North American Man/Boy Love Association (NAMBLA) and how societal norms of the time allowed such abuses to flourish.McLaughlin's research reveals disturbing connections between organized pedophile rings across the U.S., including a 1977 Chicago Tribune investigation and cases in New Orleans, Tennessee, and Michigan. She...2024-10-0140 min
Context with Mike DelPreteMark McLaughlin: Come And Get ItMark McLaughlin, interim president at Compass, and I discuss the 9x Pacific Union turnaround, downsizing until someone screams, either growing your market share or slowly going out of business, the hardest part of getting acquired, brainstorming without financial constraints, his greatest recruiting tool, the key post-acquisition message, the cost of low performers, and leading with confidence.2024-09-3028 min
Strength From ServiceEric AndersonYou may recognize Eric Anderson from his days as a financial planner, or you may know him as the former Mayor of Mankato. Join Eric as he talks with a two-man crew of Jack and Jake about all things Mayor, including how fast pitch softball helped him connect with small towns across the state and earned him accolades as he departed his office. The guys talk about the demolition of two iconic Mankato structures; Gage dorms and Tornado Towers. Jack asks Eric about running for office again, and what his proudest accomplishments were while in office. You may be...2024-09-032h 18
Strength From ServiceFred TaylorIf you've ever seen Caddyshack, then you might think you know what Fred Taylor went through to become the Superintendent of the Mankato Golf Club for 43 years. While growing up on a former golf course in Mankato, Fred chased striped squirrels instead of gophers and shares his stories of learning about grass, trees, and all things horticulture. Fred speaks amorously about how his daughters caught the volleyball bug from him and how his oldest daughter parlayed her volleyball skill into a Division 1 offer to play volleyball for the US Naval Academy. Fred educates what it takes to save your...2024-08-271h 27
Strength From ServiceSFS FAQ and Other AcronymsJake, Jack, and Mike take this episode to explore more of the Nielsen Blacktopping Studios and end up in a comfy corner provided by Rooms and Rest in Mankato. The Veterans on the couch test the civilian's knowledge on military acronyms. Each host catches the listeners up on goings on outside of the studio including Warfare Motorsports, "The BBQ Show", and a look into what it took to get elected as a City Council member and what an elected officials week looks like. 2024-08-201h 29
Talk Of The Town With Lisa Kaye8.16.24-Mike McLaughlin & Nate Pike & PaulMike McLaughlin-Blue Earth County's Veteran Service Officer brings the new Assistant Blue Earth County's Veteran Service officer Nate Pike in to joins Lisa on the 11 o'clock hour to talk about what they've recently been working on, and the services they provide. We also brought another special guest, a 100+ year old veteran born right in New Ulm, Paul. We wanted to thank you for your service and thank you for coming on to Talk of the Town. If you are serving or your family members may be serving, the office may be able to help find services for you or y...2024-08-1631 min
Strength From ServiceMiles HurleyWhen your brother calls you and says he needs a change and a move out of Phoenix, you do what you can to help him. Jack answered that call for Miles Hurley. People that haven't served may not know the bond that is shared between brothers in arms. Miles and Jack are brothers in every way, except blood. Having served together in the 101st in Afghanistan, these two recount their time together and share many laughs reminiscing about their deployment. Miles tells his viewpoint of the blast that ended their active military careers and catches up to when he...2024-08-132h 18
The Real Science of Sport PodcastParis 2024 Daily: Day 14 - Tebogo claims the 200m, McLaughlin-Levrone breaks a WR, and Holloway gets his goldThe Paris 2024 Olympics were hyped as the Noah Lyles games, with the American's campaign to win four gold medals the anticipated storyline. That storyline was terminated by Botswana's Letsile Tebogo in the men's 200m final last night, and it was subsequently revealed that Lyles had tested positive for Covid on Tuesday. We discuss Tebogo's 19.46s victory, and contrast his approach to the brash approach of Lyles in a rivalry that may continue to produce fast times and good quotes. Another rivalry produced a mismatch, where Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone destroyed both the world record, and a field including Femke Bol, in...2024-08-091h 28
Strength From ServiceJames ChallyShortly after his graduation from a Christian College, James Chally surprised his family and friends by joining the Army. Although he didn't know it when he enlisted, he was continuing on a family legacy that had started with his grandfather during Pearl Harbor. After his first deployment as counter intelligence, he was left wanting more and decided to take on the Special Forces Qualifications Course. There he was selected, graduated, and earned a coveted Green Beret. Today, Chally works in the Mayo Clinic Emergency Department and is still enlisted as a reservist. 2024-08-051h 33
Strength From ServiceDr. Ethan Brinkman, PTDr. Ethan Brinkman took his opportunities from childhood ailments to fuel an interest in overcoming injuries as an adult. He joins the Strength from Service guys to talk about he went from breakdancing for the Timberwolves to a passion for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has brought him from being a student to growing his BJJ community from 30 to 150 as an owner. These days, Dr. Brinkman focuses on teaching and leading Jiu Jitsu as well as growing and expanding his knowledge as a Physical Therapist so he can continue to help people like Jack overcome their ailments. 2024-07-301h 42
Strength From ServiceScott WolfeScott Wolfe joins Mike, Jack, and Jake to talk about his journey from the Army's 82nd Airborne Division out of high school, to becoming a local Police Officer and Sheriff's Deputy at the same time, all the way to the peak of his career, graduating Jack from DARE in grade school. Scott talks about how his and his families story has seen it's share of adversity and loss over the course of his life. Regardless of the trials and tribulations that Scott has faced, he continues to fight every day for the country and communities he loves. Scott Wolfe truly...2024-07-232h 26
Strength From ServiceMatt LittleJack and Mike sit down with Matt Little, who you might say was integral in connecting the two Veterans. Matt showed his appreciation for Veterans in his community through his restaurant in Mankato, Minnesota, Buster's. Even though Buster's is gone today, the legacy of what it was for for those that served the community still lives on. Mike and Jack recall how Buster's was where they would frequently meet (half off for Military, Fire, Police and EMS!) and how many different advocacy groups may have started or continued to flourish in that very dining room.
Matt recalls many of the...2024-07-162h 01
Strength From ServiceFranz MartiFranz Marti joins Strength from Service to share his story. From growing up in small town Minnesota, to being a member of the second oldest brewery family in the nation, Franz has had a unique path to get to where he's at now. After leaving culinary school and deciding to follow in his older brother's path of enlisting, he joined the National Guard. Shortly after joining, he knew he wanted to join an infantry squad. Marti recalls an emotional story from Afghanistan that led to loss, his own battle injuries, recovery, and reuniting with his guys. Jack has Franz...2024-07-091h 55
Strength From ServiceBella MacemonFormer guest Brandon Macemon brings his daughter Bella to Strength From Servcie to chat about how life was like for her as an "Army Brat". She recounts her upbringing from being born in Mankato all the way to completing her fist year at Gustavus Adolphus College, along with stops in Colorado, Washington, and Germany along the way. Bella shares a story on why she never cares to visit Monaco again.2024-07-0249 min
Strength From ServiceSteve RomnesSteve Romnes has a passion for helping children. Through his involvement with Young Life as well as MN Adult and Teen Challenge, he continues to give back to the local youth of Southern Minnesota. Steve joins Strength from Service and shares his successes in business as well as how he uses his own stories to connect with a younger generation.2024-06-271h 26
Strength From ServiceJered Sasen & Jesus PereiraJared Sasen and Jesus Pereira are two of the three co-hosts of the local radio show and national podcast, "VSO Talk Radio". On their show with co-host Eric Segundo, they connect Veterans, Active-Duty Military, National Guard, family members, and spouses with information and services available to them on the State and Federal level.
Jared and Jesus sat down with Mike and Jack as they crossed paths in Denver to share their stories and what their mission is with VSO Talk Radio. 2024-06-171h 53
Strength From ServiceJenna SchmidtkeJenna Schmidtke knew what she wanted to do when she enlisted in the Army in 2006; help others. As an Army Combat Medic Vet, she served with and treated her fellow soldiers over two deployments in Kuwait and Iraq. Jenna shares her story of professional and personal adversity along her journey to becoming the County Veteran’s Service Officer for Faribault County, Minnesota. She also speaks on how helping other women officers as the National Women’s Veterans Representative for all VSOs continues to fulfill her passion to help others. 2024-06-111h 50Strength From ServiceStrength from Service Update with Mike and JackMike and Jack have had a long hiatus but it hasn't been without some work being put in behind the scenes. They touch on what they've been up to, what they've been working on, and they share some exciting new news regarding the Strength from Service Podcast. 2024-06-0432 minTalk Of The Town With Lisa Kaye4.19.24-Mike McLaughlin-Vietnam War CommemorationVeteran Service Officer Mike McLaughlin in with Lisa to talk the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Commemoration and celebrating April as the month of the Military Child for all the families that have a loved one in service.2024-04-1928 min
Real Talk with Mike BurkeEp. 39 - Indy Car Driver Scott McLaughlin | Real Talk with Mike BurkeFollow Scott!➤ Instagram: @smclaughlin93 https://www.instagram.com/smclaughlin93➤ Subscribe to Real Talk With Mike Burke to watch full episodes of the podcast.➤ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real-talk-with-mike-burke/id1611409375➤ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6palwGfEfUIFG8sIIJPc1T?si=67c809d6c05b44f1➤Follow me on Instagram @themikeburke➤Email me for podcast inquiries: therealmikeburke@gmail.com2024-02-2043 min
Strength From ServiceTrent NielsenTrent Nielsen is a native to the St. Peter, Mankato area. A high school wrestler, United States Marine Corp Reserve Vet, husband, father of 3, youth wrestling coach and local business owner. Trent continues to serve and grow as a person and business owner. From humble beginning to his new journey of sobriety and continuing to grow the family business… there is no slowdown in sight for Trent Nielsen.2024-02-171h 22Talk Of The Town With Lisa Kaye2.16.24-Mike McLaughlin-Blue Earth County Service Veteran OfficeMike McLaughlin comes in to talk about Veteran PACT Act, and Post-9/11 Veteran service availabilty. If you need more information contact, 507-304-42462024-02-1630 min
Strength From ServiceBrandon MacemonBrandon MacemonHusband – Father -Emergency Medicine and Urgent Care Operations Manager - Retired Green Beret – and all-around good guy who continues to use the skills he learned on his way to becoming a Special Forces Master Sergeant to serve his community.Enjoy our chat with Brandon Macemon.2024-02-071h 36
Strength From ServiceTed CarlsonAs the founding member of Carlson Partners, Ted charts the course for the company. Ted is constantly going, moving, doing, seeking – working towards something more. He brings his innate leadership skills and passion for creating winning strategies to meet clients’ real estate needs, while delivering a high level of service. Having completed work in nearly all 50 states and with an aggregate value of over $7 billion, Ted’s level of expertise offers the client a diverse wealth of knowledge. Prioritizing client’s goals, he dedicates himself to the detail of advisory services. Ted is a trusted leader and an award-winning advisor...2024-01-231h 17
Strength From ServiceLogan SheppardLogan Sheppard grew up quick in the Mankato area, built a family and now a successful business. Logan has been serving his community as a youth coach, mentor, and now employer. His story is a good one, his drive and dtermination is an inspiration.2023-12-231h 13
Strength From ServiceJohn KreiselJohn M. Kriesel is a Minnesota politician and former member of the Minnesota House of Representatives who represented District 57A, which includes portions of Dakota and Washington counties in the southeastern part of the Twin Cities metropolitan area. Kriesel served in the Minnesota Army National Guard from 1998 to 2008, rising to the level of staff sergeant. He was stationed in Kosovo in 2004 as part of a NATO peacekeeping force and, later, at Camp Fallujah in Iraq. He lost both of his legs in military combat in 2006 in an encounter with an IED, or roadside bomb. He now has prosthetic legs. H...2023-11-291h 29
Strength From ServiceJeff WersalSherriff Jeff Wersal grew up in law enforcement, with a father that served. From city patrol officer, to head of the River Valley Task Force, to now serving as Sherriff of Blue Earth County - Sherriff Jeff Wersal talks about the ups, downs, and frustrations of serving at a time when police are not always seen as the "good guys".2023-10-211h 20
Strength From ServiceChris HintonChris Hinton, a Navy Vet that served in the Gulf immediately after 9-11, came back to Minnesota to continue to serve. Studying law enforcement, and working corrections, to serving on Veterans Court, now Waseca County Veterans Service Officer, as well as the current President of the National Association of County Veterans Service Officers. Chris is married with 5 kids and continues to serve.2023-10-151h 35
Strength From ServiceTim MurrayTim Murray is a mission bigger than himself. Working with Trinity Sober Homes https://www.trinitysoberhomes.org/ Tim is diving head first into the world of Military and Veteran Sober Homes with "Bravo Zulu". bravozuluhouse.org From getting sober himself to 13 years of working to help provide quality, dignified, sober housing for men and now vets, Tim Murray has a great story to tell.2023-10-091h 12
Chancellor PinkFire Mike TomlinHere I intelligently and correctly rant about why the Steelers should immediately fire Mike Tomlin. They won’t. But as a result, they also won’t ever win again in the playoffs.2023-09-1535 min
Strength From ServiceDr. George Komaridis, PHDDr. George Komaridis, PhD, LPDr. Komaridis immigrated to the United States at the age of 1yr from Greece, after growing up on the tough streets of Manhattan’s lower east side he eventually was selected to attend Wesleyan University, and then on to the University of Nebraska where he earned his PHD is Psychology. George entered the world of teaching in 1970 at then, Mankato State University in Mankato, MN where he resides and practices today. George specializes in trauma and stress-related disorders, anxiety and depressive disorders, co-occurring substance abuse and mental health disorders, forensic exam...2023-09-091h 51
Aircrew InterviewAI # 294 : What’s It Like Being a TOPGUN Instructor? | Kevin Proton” McLaughlin *PART 2*Kevin "Proton" McLaughlin shares what it was like going from a TOPGUN student to TOPGUN instructor and then onto becoming the CO (Commanding Officer). We also hear what it was like to fly the F-16N and how it faired against the Hornet.We get some great insights and stories throughout, so strap in and enjoy!Help keep the channel going:Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interviewPATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterviewDONATE - http://www.aircrewinterview.tv/donate/Purchase...2023-09-0643 min
Strength From ServiceGary GuggenbergerStaff Sergeant Gary John Guggenberger, United States Army, was held as a Prisoner of War in South Vietnam and Cambodia from January 14, 1969 until his release on February 12, 1973. Gary was awarded the Prisoner of War Medal, The Purple Heart, and two Bronze Stars. After his release in 1973, Gary went on to work for the Colorado Department of Natural Resources, he is now retired and lives in Bemidji Minnesota with his wife Pam where he continues to serve by speaking to youth groups and organizations as well as serving as the head of the Bemidji Vietnam Memorial Project.2023-09-021h 55Aircrew InterviewAI # 292 : The Real TOPGUN! | Kevin "Proton" McLaughlin *PART 1*Kevin “Proton” McLaughlin shares what it was like becoming a TOPGUN student flying the Hornet, the school syllabus, social life and much more!Strap in and enjoy.Help keep the channel going:Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interviewPATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterviewDONATE - http://www.aircrewinterview.tv/donate/Purchase our Aviation Art Book, Volume One - https://amzn.to/3sehpaP Use our Amazon affiliate link when you purchase from Amazon as it costs you nothing extra and g...2023-08-3043 min
Strength From ServiceKevin MettlerKevin Mettler grew up in North Mankato, where he was a state wrestler and football player in high school, after earning his degree from Minnesota State – Mankato in Corrections and a minor in Sociology. Kevin has worked in corrections and probration, and now serves as the Minnesota District 5 Drug Court Coordinator, Ward 3 Mankato City Council member. Along with raising his 3 daughters Kevin is also a Youth Ministry volunteer with his church, serves on the Veterans Court and still coaches youth and high school sports.2023-08-261h 21
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastKevin McLaughlin on the latest Carpenter's Union newsMark and Tommy catch up on the latest advocacy work on the Hill, Mike chat's with Kevin McLaughlin on Union updates and the associations give their latest news and updates!2023-08-2429 min