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- - - 8/11/10 The Mission of the West Point Chaplain Staff with West Point Chaplain Colonel Mike Durham
01 The Mission of the West Point Chaplain Staff, with West Point Chaplain Colonel Mike Durham - Part l - West Point Chaplain Colonel Mike Durham discusses the mission of the Chaplain staff, the many faith programs for cadets, and how West Point provides for the full spectrum of religious needs through the year. LISTEN
02 The Mission of the West Point Chaplain Staff, with West Point Chaplain Colonel Mike Durham - Part ll - West Point Chaplain Colonel Mike Durham discusses the mission of the Chaplain staff, the many faith programs for cadets, and how West Point provides for the full spectrum of religious needs through the year. LISTEN
03 How West Point Cadets get Involved in Chapel Communities - Part l - Chaplain Durham discusses the ways West Point cadets get involved with the chapel communities. Also hear about the Centennial Celebration of the Cadet Chapel! LISTEN
04 How West Point Cadets get Involved in Chapel Communities - Part ll - Chaplain Durham discusses the ways West Point cadets get involved with the chapel communities. Also hear about the Centennial Celebration of the Cadet Chapel! LISTEN
- - - 7/7/2010 - The Thayer Hotel Hear about the new and exciting initiatives going on at the historic Thayer Hotel at West Point.
01 Thayer Hotel – Revitalization - Part l General Managing Partner Rick Minicozzi '86 describes renovations, tourism ventures, and a new executive leadership training program - Thayer Leader Development Group. Joint Ventures with partners (ex. USS Intrepid Air & Space Museum, Woodbury Commons, Union League Club in Manhattan) Talk about reciprocity, joint tourism LISTEN
02 Thayer Hotel – Revitalization - Part ll Thayer Leader Development Group – New Executive Leader Development Program Zulu Time, Highland Falls, Room Dedication Program LISTEN
- - - 6/2/2010 - COL Tom Kolditz, Behavioral Sciences and Leadership Department Head.
01 Be-Know-Do COL Tom Kolditz talks about Leader Development at West Point. Learn about the curriculum and about how Cadet Activities can enhance Leader Development. LISTEN
02 More On Leader Development Learn about In Extremis Leadership and plans for a future Leadership Center at West Point. LISTEN
- - - 5/5/2010 REPLAY
Rerun of April show with LTC Brian Tribus '92, West Point's Director of Communications.
- - - 4/7/2010 Meet West Point's Director of Communications, Brian Tribus '92
01 Directing Communications! LTC Brian Tribus '92, West Point's Director of Communications, in a discussion about Spring Break - West Point style! Definitely not your typical Spring Break! LISTEN
02 Getting Social! LTC Tribus discusses how West Point has become engaged in social media and then discusses what's new at West Point! - LISTEN
- - -3/03/2010 Meet the Commandant Meet Brigadier General William Rapp '84, the Commandant of Cadets. He'll provide his impression of today's cadets after his first few months in command. Get an inside look at what's new with the Corps and what the future has in store!
01 Meet the Commandant BG William Rapp ’84, Commandant of Cadets, describes his first few months on the job, his impression of the Corps, and some new changes in graduation requirements. LISTEN
02 More from BG Rapp Further discussion about West Point cadets and what’s in store for the near future. LISTEN
- - - 2/03/2010 "The Only Thing Worth Dying For" Eric Blehm's book is about the first Green Beret team to fight in southern Afghanistan after 9/11 breaking their silence to tell how they toppled the Taliban and tangled with American politicos to usher in the country’s first democratic government. Video introduction. Also hear from Major Jason Amerine '93, member of that Special Forces team.
01 The Only Thing Worth Dying For Author Eric Blehm on why he wrote the book about Special Forces A-team, ODA 574, which toppled the Taliban and tangled with American politicos to usher in Afghanistan’s first democratic government. LISTEN
02 Team Leader, MAJ Jason Amerine ’93 MAJ Amerine ’93 provides a fascinating first-hand account of the story and describes the relationship between his team and their one ally: Hamid Karzai, a little-known Pashtun statesman. LISTEN
- - - 1/06/2010 Thayer Award Hear from the 2009 recipient of the West Point AOG's Sylvanus Thayer Award, Mr. H. Ross Perot. He will describe his visit to West Point and share his sense of patriotism. He is followed by our Vice President of Alumni Support, Jim Johnston '73, who provides a history of the award and outlines the selection process. To learn more about the Thayer Award, visit our website.
01 H. Ross Perot Our 2009 Sylvanus Thayer Award recipient describes the experience and his visit to West Point. LISTEN
02 More about the Thayer Award Jim Johnston, WPAOG’s Vice President for Alumni Support, discusses the history of the award and the selection process. LISTEN
- - -12/02/2009 Center for the Rule of Law
COL Jody Prescott, Assistant Professor of Law, discusses West Point's Center for the Rule of Law.
01 Center for the Rule of Law Colonel Jody Prescott introduces West Point’s newest academic center of excellence and explains its relevance in today’s military operational environment. LISTEN
02 More on the Center for the Rule of Law Colonel Jody Prescott details how the Center engages Cadets and the Center’s impact. LISTEN
- - - 11/04/09 Military Training at West Point 
West Point has produced some of the most prominent military leaders in history. This requires creating the right training environment and teaching the right blend of skills. Colonel Casey Haskins, West Point's Director of Military Instruction, talks about the most recent changes to the military training - geared to focus on the problem-solving aspect of leading.
01 Meet West Point’s Director of Military Instruction - COL Casey Haskins
COL Casey Haskins lays out the progression of military training, and describes some recent changes to the program. LISTEN
02 Producing Results with Army Training - COL Casey Haskins
COL Haskins describes the results so far from changes to the military training and discusses how this relates to other Army training that graduates will receive. LISTEN
- - - 10/07/09 We're #1!!!
Forbes Magazine named West Point the #1 College in America this year. US News and World Report and Princeton 
Review also gave West Point high honors. West Point’s Dean, BG Pat Finnegan, will talk about this great news for West Point and how it proves that our academic programs are second to none. Also, today we'll hear from COL Deb McDonald, West Point Director of Admissions. She'll speak about how the Forbes ranking affects Admissions and will provide some insights on marketing a West Point education - including some new tactics. Are you interested in supporting West Point Admissions? Find out more by visiting the Admissions website. You can also send an email to the Admissions office.
01 We’re No. 1!!!
Forbes Magazine named West Point #1 College in America this year. West Point’s Dean, BG Pat Finnegan, will talk about this great news for West Point and how it proves that our academic programs are second to none. LISTEN
02 West Point Admissions
COL. Deb McDonald, West Point Director of Admissions, talks about how the Forbes ranking affects Admissions and will provide some insights on marketing a West Point education. LISTEN
- - - 9/02/2009 West Point's Department of Foreign Languages
Major Kathy Cage speaks about West Point’s Department of Foreign Languages and the extraordinary opportunities that cadets have for international experiences. You'll also hear Cadet Dan Hall describe his travels in South Africa and then Major Cage will discuss how alumni are making an impact in the world.
01 MEET DFL (Department of Foreign Languages)! - MAJ Kathy Cage
MAJ Kathy Cage speaks about West Point’s Department of Foreign Languages and the extraordinary value of the many international experiences offered to cadets. LISTEN
02 MORE from DFL - MAJ Kathy Cage
Get a first-hand account of Cadet Dan Hall’s experience traveling in South Africa and then MAJ Cage wraps up with a discussion of how DFL alumni are making an impact. LISTEN
- - - 8/05/2009 - Meet Coach Ellerson
Join us for a special edition of West Point Radio with our special guest, Head Football Coach Rich Ellerson! If you are an Army Football fan you won't want to miss this one! GO ARMY!
01 GO ARMY FOOTBALL! – Coach Rich Ellerson Meet Army Football’s new Head Coach. Learn all about his background, his connections to the Long Gray Line, and his coaching philosophy. LISTEN
02 WHAT’S NEXT? – Coach Rich Ellerson What to expect from the Army Football program this upcoming season and beyond. LISTEN
- - - 7/1/2009 - Sexual Assault Prevention and Response
Our first guest will be Dr. Kaye Whitley, the Pentagon's Director of the SAPR Program. She will provide an overview of the program, talk about the new My Duty awareness campaign, and discuss federal oversight of the service academies. Then we will have representatives from West Point addressing the program in action at the Academy. To learn more and find supplemental materials, visit this link.
01 My Duty - Dr. Kaye Whitley Dr. Kaye Whitley from the Pentagon discusses the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response program for the Department of Defense. LISTEN
02 I. A.M. Strong - Shelley Ariosto Shelley Ariosto, Colonel Mark McKearn, and Major Maria Burger discuss the SARP program in action at West Point. LISTEN
- - - 6/3/2009 - Freedom Team Salute
Join us for our special guest, Colonel David Griffith, the Director of Freedom Team Salute. Learn about this great program that highlights the essential bond between Soldiers, Parents, Spouses, Civilian Employers, Army Supporters, and Army Veterans. The program celebrates the sacrifices and and support made by them all!
01 FREEDOM TEAM SALUTE Part I - Colonel David Griffith Learn about the unique Freedom Team Salute program and how it helps build bonds between Soldiers, Veterans, and Army supporters. Guest: Colonel David Griffith.Listen
02 FREEDOM TEAM SALUTE Part II - Colonel David Griffith More details on how the Freedom Team Salute program can help you recognize appropriate people in your workplace and community. Guest: Colonel David Griffith.Listen
- - -5/06/2009 - ALL FOR THE CORPS!!!
Join us for an entertaining hour of great information about the Directorate of Cadet Activities. Colonel Craig Flowers will join us to talk about the DCA programs and how they touch every cadet. From competitive clubs, to restaurant operations, to the Eisenhower Hall Theater and how all the pieces fit together! To learn more, visit the this link. To learn more about how you can support DCA programs, please contact the Annual Giving Office at the West Point Association of Graduates, 845-446-1656. You can also email the host - you'll find the link on the main show page!
Check this out! West Point Glee Club Performs with Trace Adkins - Las Vegas, ACM Awards 2009.
01 All For The Corps! - Colonel Craig Flowers Meet Colonel Craig Flowers, the Director of Cadet Activities, and learn why West Point can boast the most robust co-curricular program on the planet! Listen
02 More on Cadet Activities – More for the Corps! Hear how DCA also works with the West Point AOG, West Point Societies, and parents to develop the best possible support for Cadets. Listen
- - - 3/04/2009 - Are YOU Ready?
Listen in and find out! Joe Colombo talks to us about Emergency Preparedness. What does it mean? Who should worry about it? Why is it important? Every school-age child knows what STOP, DROP and ROLL means...but have you ever heard of YOYO96? Visit this link for some great information, tips, and ideas.
01 Are YOU Ready? Listen and find out! Joe Colombo will share some great information about Emergency Preparedness. What is it? Whose responsiblility is it? What can you do as an individual to be ready for anything? -Listen
02 What About Everyone Else? Learn how to apply simple planning techniques in your own organization and community, and find out the best ways to get started. -Listen
- - - 2/04/09 - Herbert on Sports
Continuing in the spirit of oral history...A full hour with the man himself! NO ONE knows more about the history of Army sports than COL (Retired) Morris Herbert '50. Tune in for some great stories! If you want to see his newsletter, you can visit this link. You can also join our Net Community and subscribe! You can also visit the official website for Army Athletics for more sports information. "GO ARMY!"
01 Herbert on Sports! Meet the Master of Army Sports History. COL Morris Herbert '50 will share some little-known stories about Army Football and it's greatest moments. -Listen
02 - More on Army Sports! - COL Morris Herbert More anecdotes, trivia, and how to get current Army sports updates directly from COL Herbert himself! -Listen
- - - 1/07/2009 - Center for Oral History
What are they TALKING ABOUT!?!? COL Mat Moten '82 and Todd Brewster on the Center for Oral History, one of the newest programs at West Point. Perhaps the most innovative project in the study of Military History, it is supported entirely by private donors. If you wish to support this project, please contact Marc Gunnels at the West Point Association of Graduates (marc.gunnels@wpaog.org) or 845-446-1555. Please let him know you heard about the Center on West Point Radio.
01 Westpoint's Center for Oral History! - COL Mat Moten '82 and Todd Brewster
Center for Oral History! What are we TALKING about? Learn all about one of the newest and most innovative programs at West Point, and how you can help make it successful. -Listen
02 The Future of Westpoint's Center for Oral History -COL Mat Moten '82 and Todd Brewster
What’s in Store! Hear about some specific projects that the Center has planned and maybe a few words about “the most robust undergraduate Military History program on the planet!” -Listen
01 Center for Enhanced Performance - LTC Carl Ohlson
What’s it all about?! Get an overview from CEP Director LTC Carl Ohlson ’87 and a more detailed description of the way it supports the Academic program at West Point. - Listen
02 More on the CEP - LTC Carl Ohlson
More from the CEP Director. LTC Ohlson describes the Sports Psychology programs and the outreach the center conducts with the Army. -Listen
- - - 11/2/08 - West Point Dean
You've had a chance to hear from the Dean - now you get the straight "poop" from the Commandant of Cadets, BG Michael Linnington '80. First you'll hear about summer training and some new changes, and you'll get a complete wrap-up of last week's Army-Air Force events. In the second segment, you'll get to hear about Branch Night and preparations for Army-Navy! We have some great spirit traditions!
01 West Point Commandant BG Michael Linnington ’80
BG Linnington gives an overview of Summer Training and the details some of the recent changes to the summer schedule. He’ll also give us a wrap-up of Army-Air Force weekend competitions. - Listen
02 More with the COMM! - BG Michael Linnington
BG Linnington discusses the Branch Night results for the Class of 2009. Find out how it went! And we wrap up the show with some information on the upcoming Navy Week events! BEAT NAVY!!! - Listen
- - - 10/1/08 - West Point Preparatory School
Today we visit with COL Tyge Rugenstein '83, Commandant of the USMA Prep School. He provides an overview of the program and describes the life of a Cadet Candidate (CC). In the second segment, COL Rugenstein outlines the military and athletic training program and talks about the upcoming move of the whole operation to West Point.
01 WEST POINT PREP – COL Tyge Rugenstein ’83
Commandant of the USMA Prep School, provides an overview of the USMAPS program and describes the life of a Cadet Candidate (CC). - Listen
02 MORE ABOUT USMAPS - COL Tyge Rugenstein ’83
Learn about the military and athletic training programs for CC’s. Find out about the pending move of the entire USMAPS operation! -Listen
- - - 9/3/08 - An Hour with the Dean!
If you haven't had a chance to hear BG Pat Finnegan '71 talk about cadets and the Academic program at West Point, then today is your lucky day! He will cover a lot of ground in today's show. In the final portion of the show, you will hear The Dean's Top Ten Reasons to Come to West Point.
01 BEAT THE DEAN! – Find out why we say that! - Pat Finnegan
BG "Pat" Finnegan, the Dean at West Point, talks about the overall academic program and discusses international experiences available to cadets. -Listen
02 Thomas Jefferson (Hall) and David Letterman - Pat Finnegan
More from the Dean as he talks about the newest academic building in 36 years at West Point and gives his own TOP 10 Reasons to Come to West Point! -Listen
- - -8/6/08 - Alumni Glee Club
You can order a DVD or CD of the Alumni Glee Club Reunion! (Order by mail: WPAGC, 4455 Brookfield Corporate Drive, STE 107, Chantilly, VA, 20151: $10 per CD, $15 per DVD, $5 shipping and handling per order, DONATIONS WELCOME! If you are interested in joining the Alumni Glee Club or want more information, please call or email Terry Ryan: (703) 263-2232 or tryan@esinova.org. You can also see videos of the Alumni Glee Club on the WPAOG Facebook Page!
01 Serving with Glee! - Alan Salisbury ’58, Jim Ferguson ’65, and Mo Faber ’66 - Alumni Glee Club
Alumni Glee Club Reunion and Formation of the Alumni Glee Club of the Capital Region. It all started with a special reunion of dedicated alumni with a love of music. Some decided to carry it to the next level… - Listen
02 Serving with Glee! - Terry Ryan ’65, Meg Roosma ’85, Bill Cosby (Honorary ’54) and Alan Salisbury ’58 - Alumni Glee Club. More from the Alumni Glee Club of the Capital Region! Hear more about the group’s membership, goals, and plans for the future. “No fun without music, no music without fun!” - Listen
- - -7/2/08 - Support for Wounded Warriors, Deployed Soldiers and Their Families
Did you know that there are agencies at West Point that provide support for Wounded Warriors and their families? That provide support for deployed soldiers and their families? Listen to April Moncrief from the Soldier and Family Assistance Center and Tea Badger (Mobilization and Deployment Program Manager) to learn more.
01 April Moncrief, SFAC Director which is the Soldier and Family Assistance Center
April Moncrief, SFAC Director discusses the mission, facility, evolution, and impact of the Soldier and Family Assistance Center at West Point. -Listen
02 Tea Badger - Mobilization & Deployment Program Manager
Tea Badger, Mobilization & Deployment Program Manager discusses how her office supports the families of deployed soldiers. This covers the full deployment cycle (pre to post) The West Point office provides regional coverage and also supports USAR/USANG families. This is also a “purple” (joint service) program supporting all of the services. - Listen
- - - 6/4/08 - USMA Band
Learn more about the oldest field music band! MSG Chris Johnson provides some history of the band and discusses the professional nature of soldier-musicians. CW3 Morse, leader of the Jazz Knights tells about the special talents and performances of the group, to include guest artists. LTC Tim Holtan, the Commander of the USMA Band, wraps up the show with information about the Concert Band, the Trophy Point Summer Series, and the schedule for the upcoming year.
01 USMA Band - MSG Chris Jones and CW3 Morse
MSG Chris Jones provides a history of the USMA Band and discusses the professional nature of soldier-musicians.
And CW3 Morse, leader of the Jazz Knights, discusses the group’s talents, performances, and guest artists. -Listen
02 USMA Band - Commander/Conductor LTC Tim Holtan
Commander/Conductor LTC Tim Holtan goes into more detail about the Concert Band, the Trophy Point Concert Series and the Band’s travel schedule for the next year. -Listen
- - - 5/7/08 - West Point Admissions
MAJ Kevin Bouren '97 gives an overview of the admissions process and describes the ideal candidate for West Point. (QUICK TRIVIA: MAJ Bouren was the first __?__ Captain of the Corps of Cadets!) MAJ Rance Lee '97 
talks about the 
challenges and methods of recruiting minority candidates and details how the Minority Admissions Program fits into the overall admissions program.
01 West Point Admissions
MAJ Kevin Bouren provides an overview of the West Point Admissions process, candidate qualifications, and the academic program at West Point. -Listen
02 Minority Admissions Program
MAJ Rance Lee discusses the Minority Recruiting program at West Point: the challenges, methods, and how it fits into the overall Admissions program. -Listen
Blinded in Iraq, CPT Scotty Smiley '03 is overcoming incredible odds to succeed. He is currently a graduate student at Duke University preparing to return to West Point. He will serve as an instructor in the Department of Behavioral Sciences and Leadership.
01 Still Soldiering On - CPT Scotty Smiley
CPT Scotty Smiley '03, blinded in Iraq, talks about the incident and his decision to remain on active duty. - Listen
02 More from CPT Smiley
CPT Smiley talks about his blindness, the incredible support of his family and friends, his faith, and what the future holds for him as a blind soldier. -Listen
- - - 3/5/08 - Launch of West Point Radio
Chris Murch, President of wsRadio, introduces our new show. LTC(R) Jim Johnston, VP for Alumni Support, provides an update on the West Point Association of Graduates. Then Chris and our host, Mike Lyons '83 do a little gabbing about famous West Point graduates and compare their Army-Navy experiences. (Chris is USNA '83, so we say BEAT AIR FORCE!) FROM A LISTENER Thanks for offering the West Point radio program. Just wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed your first two broadcasts and look forward to future ones. - BOB GALLO, USMA 1976
01 Launch of West Point Radio How to Listen and James E. Johnston VP for Alumni Support for the West Point Association of Graduates Chris Murch, President of wsRadio explains how to listen, James E. Johnston, VP for Alumni Support provides an update on the West Point Association of Graduates - Listen
02 Famous West Point Graduates from President Grant to President Eisenhower
West Point's rich history for Presidents to great Generals and host Mike Lyons West Point, 1983 and Chris Murch, Naval Academy, 1983 compared experiences, Army vs Navy - Listen