Best 178th Wing Podcasts (2026)

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Ep.47 - The 19 Fundamentals - Cultivate Innovation 15:50

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with Lt. Col. Travis CLarkson, commander of the 269th Combat Communications Squadron, and Tech. Sgt. Austin Norris, a cyber defense operations specialist assigned to the 269th CBCS, to discuss why it's important to cultivate innovation as one of the Ohio Adjutant General's 19 Fundamentals for the S…

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Ep. 46 - The 19 Fundamentals - Practice Blameless Problem-Solving 17:54

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with Capt. Jeremy Harper, an intelligence officer assigned to the 125th Intelligence Squadron, and Chief Master Sgt. Dave Seely, the Senior Enlisted Leader of the 125th IS, to discuss why it's important to practice blameless problem-solving as one of the Ohio Adjutant General's 19 Fundamentals for …

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Ep. 45 - The 19 Fundamentals: Communicate Effectively 14:36

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with Maj. Joseph Rudy, commander of the 125th Intelligence Squadron, and Tech. Sgt. RaveenSimone Smith, a personnelist assigned to the 178th Force Support Squadron, to discuss why it's important to communicate effectively as one of the Ohio Adjutant General's 19 Fundamentals for the Soldiers and Ai…

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Ep. 44 - The 19 Fundamentals - Get Clear on Expectations 11:51

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with Lt. Col. Lee Harris, commander of the 127th Intelligence Squadron, and Staff Sgt. Connor McAnerny, a signals intelligence analyst assigned to the 127th IS, to discuss why it's important to get clear on expectations as one of the Ohio Adjutant General's 19 Fundamentals for the Soldiers and Airm…

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Ep. 43 - The 19 Fundamentals - Give Candid Feedback 21:14

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with Master Sgt. Bianca Loucks, operations compliance flight chief assigned to the 178th Logistics Readiness Squadron, Master Sgt. Chantz Wyant, a fuels technician assigned to the 178th LRS, and 2nd Lt. Dave Franzen, a public affairs officer assigned to the 178th Wing, to discuss why it's important…

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Ep. 42 - The 19 Fundamentals - Commit to the Team 24:34

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with Col. Nate Church, deputy commander of the 178th Wing, and Capt. Bobbie Schmeltzer, executive officer of the 178th Wing, to discuss why it's important to commit to the team as one of the Ohio Adjutant General's 19 Fundamentals for the Soldiers and Airmen of the Ohio National Guard. You can conn…

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Ep. 41 - The 19 Fundamentals - Take Ownership 15:53

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with Col. Robert Krooner, commander of the 178th Mission Support Group, and 2nd Lt. Denise Bowman, director of operations of the 178th Security Forces Squadron, to discuss why it's important to take ownership as one of the Ohio Adjutant General's 19 Fundamentals for the Soldiers and Airmen of the O…

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Ep. 40 - The 19 Fundamentals - Be Trustworthy 14:37

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with Tech. Sgt. Kathrynn Theopolos, an aerospace medical technician assigned to the 178th Medical Group, to discuss why it's important to be trustworthy as one of the Ohio Adjutant General's 19 Fundamentals for the Soldiers and Airmen of the Ohio National Guard. You can connect with us on: Facebook…

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Ep. 39 - The 19 Fundamentals - Be a Champion 14:37

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with Lt. Col. Britney Hensley, commander of the 126th Intelligence Squadron, and Staff Sgt. Gracie Sheets, an intelligence analyst assigned to the 126th IS, to discuss why it's important to be a champion and win the day as one of the Ohio Adjutant General's 19 Fundamentals for the Soldiers and Airm…

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Ep. 38 - The 19 Fundamentals - Be Resilient 10:10

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with Lt. Col. Bryan Moore, 178th Wing chief of staff, and Staff Sgt. Travis Gay, security forces specialist assigned to the 178th Wing, to discuss why it's important to be resilient as one of the Ohio Adjutant General's 19 Fundamentals for the Soldiers and Airmen of the Ohio National Guard. You can…

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Ep. 37 - The 19 Fundamentals - Be Relentlessly Efficient 14:07

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with Maj. Matt Kemper, commander of the 124th Intelligence Squadron, and Master Sgt. Trent Seitz, flight chief for the All Source Flight of the 124th IS, to discuss why it's important to be relentlessly efficient as one of the Ohio Adjutant General's 19 Fundamentals for the Soldiers and Airmen of t…

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Ep. 36 - The 19 Fundamentals - Make Quality Your Priority 14:45

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with Senior Master Sgt. Derek Sams, the installation superintendent of the 220th Engineering Installation Squadron, and Tech. Sgt Zachary grant, the Quality Assurance representative for the 220th EIS, to discuss why it's important to strive to meet you full potential as one of the Ohio Adjutant Gen…

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Ep. 35 - The 19 Fundamentals - Strive to Meet Your Full Potential 22:08

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with Chief Master Sgt. Tyler Kempf, senior enlisted leader of the 126th Intelligence Squadron, and Capt. Anthony Marolo, a flight commander with the 126th IS, to discuss why it's important to strive to meet you full potential as one of the Ohio Adjutant General's 19 Fundamentals for the Soldiers an…

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Ep. 34 - The 19 Fundamentals: Make Fact-Based Decisions 20:02

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with Lt. Col. Ryan Ormond, Commander of the 123rd Air Control Squadron, and Staff Sgt. Kathryn Spradlin, a personnel specialist assigned to the 123rd ACS, to discuss the value of honoring our military heritage and traditions as one of the Ohio Adjutant General's 19 Fundamentals for the Soldiers and…

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Ep. 33 - The 19 Fundamentals: Honor our Heritage 18:14

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with Chief Master Sgt. Todd Fluegge, the 251st Cyberspace Engineering Installation Group senior enlisted leader, and 2nd Lt. Justin Deel, 251st CEIG plans division officer-in-charge, to discuss the value of honoring our military heritage and traditions as one of the Ohio Adjutant General's 19 Funda…

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Ep. 32 - The 19 Fundamentals: Collaborate with Others 13:21

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with Lt. Col. Zach Eaton, commander of the 178th Operations Support Squadron, and Capt. Jeff Akemon, an MQ-9 instructor pilot assigned to the 178th Operations Group, to discuss the value of collaboration as one of the Ohio Adjutant General's 19 Fundamentals for the Soldiers and Airmen of the Ohio N…

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Ep. 31 - The 19 Fundamentals: Be Curious 15:52

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with Chief Master Sgt. Joseph Andrews, the senior enlisted leader for the 178th Operations Group, and Tech. Sgt. Elijah Cochran, a mission intelligence coordinator assigned to the 178th Operations Group, the value of curiosity as one of the Ohio Adjutant General's 19 Fundamentals for the Soldiers a…

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Ep. 30 - Introduction to the Ohio National Guard's 19 Fundamentals 51:17

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with Wing Commander Col. Donald Braskett and Command Chief Master Sgt. Charles Hansel for an introduction to the Ohio Adjutant General's 19 Fundamentals for the Soldiers and Airmen of the Ohio National Guard. You can connect with us on: Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/178Wing Instagram: http://in…

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Ep. 29 - A conversation with Wing Commander Col. Kent Kazmaier 32:39

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with Wing Commander Col. Kent Kazmaier to discuss his storied career. We hope you enjoy the show! You can connect with us on: Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/178Wing Instagram: http://instagram.com/178th_wing You can write to us at: [email protected]…

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Ep. 28 - A conversation with TSgt Smith 12:54

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with TSgt Brianna Smith to discuss the rewarding career of recruiting and her many accomplishments in the field.

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Ep. 27 - A conversation with MSgt Snyder on completing Air Assault School 22:40

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with MSgt Steven Snyder from the 178th's Security Forces Squadron to discuss he's recent completion of Air Assault School, also known as the 10-toughest days in the ARMY.

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Ep. 26 - A conversation with General James Camp 50:52

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with the Assistant Adjutant for Air, Ohio National Guard, General James Camp to discuss his military career, his new role, and his thoughts on leadership. We hope you enjoy the show! You can connect with us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/178thWing Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/178th_…

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Ep. 25 - A conversation with Lt. Col. Andy Powers 27:35

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with the 178th Wing Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance Group Commander Lt. Col. Andy Powers to discuss his military career, his new role, and his thoughts on leadership. We hope you enjoy the show! You can connect with us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/178thWing Instagram: https…

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Ep. 24 - A conversation with Lt. Col. Paul Kavanaugh 28:33

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with 178th Wing Operations Group Commander Lt. Col. Paul Kavanaugh to discuss his military career, his new role, and his thoughts on leadership. We hope you enjoy the show! You can connect with us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/178thWing Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/178th_wing Twitt…

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Ep. 23 - A conversation on mental health with the 178th Behavioral Health team 59:12

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sat down with Amy Hernandez, the Director of Psychological Health, Capt. Jerry Hartman, the clinical social worker, and Tech. Sgt. Dillon Smith, a mental health technician, all with the 178th Wing, to discuss: Mental Health Awareness Month, the role of our mental health team here, and resources available to…

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Ep. 22 - A conversation with Bill Bolton on Sexual Assault Prevention & Response 36:17

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with Bill Bolton, the 178th Wing's Sexual Assault Response Coordinator and the primary point of contact for the wing's Sexual Assault Prevention and Response program, to discuss: his role, the program, and the importance of caring for our Airmen. Today's show covers content of a sensitive nature th…

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Ep. 21 - A conversation with Col. Dominic Fago 16:43

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with 178th Wing Commander Col. Dominic Fago to discuss his military career, his new role, and his thoughts on leadership. We hope you enjoy the show! You can connect with us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/178thWing Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/178th_wing Twitter: https://twitter.com…

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Ep. 20 - A conversation on the Serbian Medical Delegation 33:27

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with Lt. Col. Brad Kennedy to discuss a recent medical delegation from Serbia which toured local are hospitals to learn about they responded to and coped with the Covid-19 pandemic. We hope you enjoy the show! You can connect with us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/178thWing Instagram: https…

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Ep. 19 - A conversation with Elisabeth Gelhar on Sexual Assault Prevention & Response 20:41

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with Elisabeth Gelhar, the 178th Wing Sexual Assault Response Coordinator and the primary point of contact for the wing's Sexual Assault Prevention and Response program, to discuss: her role, the program, and the importance of caring for our Airmen. Today's show covers content of a sensitive nature…

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Ep. 18 - A conversation with Col. Matthew Moorman 31:16

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with Col. Matthew Moorman to discuss his career, the 178th Medical Group's contributions to the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic, and his views on leadership. We hope you enjoy the show! You can connect with us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/178thWing Instagram: https://www.instagram.com…

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Ep. 17 - A conversation with Maj. Gen. (ret) Ed Mechenbier 1:07:03

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with Maj. Gen. (ret) Ed Mechenbier, who shared his harrowing story of survival as a prisoner of war during the Vietnam War, where he spent six years in the most infamous POW camp in history, the Hanoi Hilton. We hope you enjoy the show! You can connect with us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com…

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Ep. 16 - A conversation with Wing Commander Col. Kimberly Fitzgerald 17:38

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with Wing Commander Col. Kimberly Fitzgerald to discuss Women's History Month, her career, and her future plans. We hope you enjoy the show! You can connect with us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/178thWing Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/178th_wing Twitter: https://twitter.com/178thWin…

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Ep. 15 - A conversation with Vice Wing Commander Col. Mark Johnson 40:10

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with 178th Wing Vice Commander Mark Johnson to discuss his career, the CovID-19 pandemic, and his advice for Airmen. We hope you enjoy the show! You can connect with us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/178thWing Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/178th_wing Twitter: https://twitter.com/178t…

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Ep. 14 - A conversation With Lt. Col. Bryan Moore 33:26

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with 123rd Air Control Squadron Commander Lt. Col. Bryan Moore to discuss his career, the CovID-19 pandemic, and his advice for Airmen. We hope you enjoy the show! You can connect with us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/178thWing Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/178th_wing Twitter: https…

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Ep. 13 - A conversation on the Medical Group response to the Covid-19 pandemic and civil unrest 47:36

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In this episode, we sit down with Master Sgt. Jeremy Owens and Col. Brad Kennedy to discuss the Medical Group's call to duty for the Covid-19 pandemic and the civil unrest that swept across the nation. We hope you enjoy the show! You can connect with us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/178thWing Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/178th_wing…

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Ep. 12 - A conversation with Capt. Minshall on Covid-19 and civil unrest 48:35

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In this episode, we sit down with Capt. Minshall to discuss the Security Forces Squadron's call to duty for the Covid-19 pandemic and the civil unrest that swept across the nation. We hope you enjoy the show! You can connect with us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/178thWing Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/178th_wing Twitter: https://twi…

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Ep. 11 - A conversation on women's self-defense in Serbia 29:23

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In this episode, we sit down with 1st Sgt. Kayla Mehki and Staff Sgt. Brittany Shaup to discuss their time teaching self-defense to survivors of domestic violence in Serbia. This is an amazing story you don't want to miss. We hope you enjoy the show! You can connect with us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/178thWing Instagram: https://www.ins…

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Ep. 10 - A conversation with Command Chief Master Sgt. Scott Ross 44:35

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with 178th Wing Command Chief Master Sgt. Scott Ross to discuss his career, the CovID-19 pandemic, civil unrest, and how the wing plans to meet the needs of Airmen in the years ahead. We hope you enjoy the show! You can connect with us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/178thWing Instagram: htt…

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Ep. 9- A conversation with Master Sgt. Lori Mittelstadt on winning the Senior Master Sgt. Charlotte Ortiz Legacy Award 10:43

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with Master Sgt. Lori Mittelstadt, the recruiting flight chief at the 178th Wing, to discuss her recent win of the Senior Master Sgt. Charlotte Ortiz Legacy Award. This award was created in honor of Senior Master Sgt. Charlotte Ortiz, a former recruiter at the 178th Wing, who passed away from a rar…

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Ep. 8 - A conversation on Force Development 21:02

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with Lt. Col Michael Roark, the commander of the 178th Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance Group, and Staff Sgt. Jessica Morrow, the enlisted executive officer of the 178th ISRG, to discuss the role of the enlisted executive officer and its impact on force development. You can connect wi…

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Ep. 7 - A conversation with David Marquet on the language of leadership 24:24

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with David Marquet, the former commander of the nuclear submarine Santa Fe and author of Turn the Ship Around, to discuss his newest book, Leadership is Language. You can learn more about David and his work on leadership at: https://www.davidmarquet.com/ You can connect with us on: Facebook: https:…

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Ep. 6 - A conversation on Competitive Fitness with Senior Airman Amanda Wilson 41:32

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with Senior Airmen Amanda Wilson to discuss her experiences in competitive bodybuilding.

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Ep. 5 - A conversation with Col. Dennis Fournier 30:14

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with the new 178th Wing Mission Support Group Commander Col. Dennis Fournier to discuss his military career, new role, and thoughts on leadership.

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Ep. 4 - A conversation with a sensor operator 28:39

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In this episode, we sit down with a sensor operator to learn more about the remotely piloted aircraft career field, and its contributions to the Air Force mission as a whole.

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Ep. 3 - A conversation with 1st. Lt. Courtney Slater on Resilience 45:06

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In this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with 1st. Lt. Courtney Slater to discuss an attempted suicide in her family and how her family recovered from that experience.

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Ep. 2 - A conversation with Col. Kimberly Fitzgerald 11:59

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with incoming 178th Wing Commander Col. Kimberly Fitzgerald to discuss her military career, her new role, and her thoughts on leadership.

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Ep. 1 - A conversation with Col. Gregg Hesterman 21:12

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On this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with the outgoing 178th Wing Commander Col. Gregg Hesterman to discuss his time as wing commander, his future goals, and his leadership principles.

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Ep. 0 - Introducing Beyond the Horizon 0:34

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This is the trailer episode for Beyond the Horizon, a podcast about the Airmen of the Ohio Air National Guard's 178th Wing.