Show Notes
In this episode of America’s Frontlines:
Colonel Denny and Matt ask: Why is the Air Force investing in the B-1B Lancer instead of sending it to the boneyard? They examine plans to keep the legendary bomber flying longer, increase its weapons-carrying capability, and use its speed, range, and firepower to help bridge the gap as the next-generation B-21 Raider enters the force. Colonel Denny also takes us through some of the hard-hitting news stories affecting our lives right now—the stories Americans need to be paying attention to. He and Matt work to separate the facts and important developments from the political spin and daily noise so listeners can better understand what is happening and why it matters. And, as always, Colonel Denny delivers another round of his trademark one-liners, bringing a little humor and happiness to the conversation when we could all use it. With another weekend of Service Academy football upon us, our Football Co-Host Quinton Roberts joins Colonel Denny to break down the action. Quinton is a U.S. Air Force Academy graduate and former varsity football player—quite a number of years ago, as we occasionally like to remind him—so he knows Service Academy football firsthand. After a tough 1–4 weekend for the academies, Quinton reviews what happened on the field and looks ahead to the lone Service Academy game on this weekend’s schedule. Of course, we continue our regular journey through military history, revisiting significant events that occurred around this date and remembering the courage, sacrifice, victories, and hard-earned lessons that helped shape the nation we are proud to call home.
From keeping the B-1B Lancer in the fight and separating important news from the daily noise to Service Academy football and the lessons of military history, this episode is another reminder that understanding where America is going often begins with understanding where we have been.
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