140th Wing Podcast
140th Wing Podcast
140th Wing
The 140th Wing Podcast is an accessible platform for all members of the Colorado Air National Guard to listen to at their leisure, whether stuck in traffic or at the gym, as a means to inform Airmen of the variety of resources available to them. As well, the podcast is a great means to reach our local community to introduce Wing leadership and to tell the stories of our extraordinary members through casual, long-form conversation.
Ep. 18: Director of Psychological Health for the 140th Wing
The 140th Wing director of psychological health discusses her role as the DPH, as well as her background in mental health.
May 15
14 min
Ep. 18: Capt. Gregory Wagner, Task Force FireGuard Commander
U.S. Air Force Capt. Gregory Wager, commander, Colorado National Guard Taskforce Fireguard, discusses how fireguard operates and the importance of the resource as we approach fire season. FireGuard is a specialized program utilizing Colorado and California National Guard intelligence analysts, alongside military satellites and sensors, to detect and track wildfires in real-time. (U.S. Air National Guard video by Tech. Sgt. Chance Johnson)
May 15
18 min
Ep. 17: Master Sgt. Jon Osterhout, USO National Guardsman of the Year
U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Jon Osterhout, 140th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, currently deployed to Kadina Air Base, Japan was recently recognized as the USO National Guardsman of the Year 2026. In this podcast, he discusses his background and what he’s done to set himself apart to receive this award. (U.S. Air National Guard video by Tech. Sgt. Chance Johnson)
Apr 24
32 min
Ep. 16: Lt. Col. Andrew Gold "Leading Through Uncertainty"
U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Andrew Gold discusses the many challenges he faced while leading a deployment team through a coup d'etat in Niger, Africa as former commander of the 138th Electromagnetic Warfare Squadron.
Jul 28, 2025
37 min
Ep. 16: Stephen "Lock" Davis, Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC)
Stephen "Lock" Davis, Sexual Assault Response Coordinator for the Colorado Air National Guard, discusses his role as the SARC, and what motivated him to pursue this career path.
May 13, 2025
19 min
Ep. 12: Maj. Benjamin Yokley, raising money for Gold Star families
U.S. Air Force Maj. Benjamin Yokley talks to us about his recent experience raising money for the families of fallen service members, how he prepared for the triathlon, and the importance of fitness!
Sep 20, 2024
18 min
140th Wing Podcast, ep 4, Lt. Col Erik Anker, Director of Equal Opportunity
In episode four of the 140th Wing Podcast, Director of Equal Opportunity Lt. Col. Erik Anker discusses the importance of creating and fostering an inclusive and safe work environment, and the services that EO provides to Airmen. The 140th Wing Podcast works to make Colorado Air National Guard Airmen aware of the resources available to them, and how those resources may be utilized. (Produced and edited by Tech Sgt. Chance Johnson)
Feb 6, 2024
34 min
140th Wing Podcast, ep 5, 140th Wing Chaplain Lt. Col. Joseph Friedman
In episode five of the 140th Wing Podcast, Chaplain Lt. Col. Joseph "Papa Smurf" Friedman discusses his background and robust career as a rabbi, lawyer, and chaplain and also explains the services that chaplains provide as a resource for Airmen. The 140th Wing Podcast makes Colorado Air National Guard Airmen aware of the resources available to them, and how to utlize them. (Produced and edited by Tech Sgt. Chance Johnson)
Feb 6, 2024
24 min
140th Wing Podcast, ep 6, Director of Psychological Health Virginia Howard
In episode six of the 140th Wing Podcast, Suicide prevention is critical every day of the year. For Suicide Prevention Month, Director of Psychological Health Virginia Howard discusses how to help your coworkers, family and friends struggling with suicidal thoughts and ideations. She also provides VERY important clarification to the common misconception that seeking help with suicidal thoughts/feelings will be damaging to one's career. The 140th Wing Podcast makes Colorado Air National Guard Airmen aware of the resources available to them, and how to utilize them. (Produced and edited by Tech Sgt. Chance Johnson)
Feb 6, 2024
28 min
140th Wing Podcast, ep 7, Veterans Day with Rick Crandall
Leading up to Veterans Day, Rick Crandall talks to us about his involvement with local military and how he's dedicated his career, and now his retirement, towards honoring and remembering those we've lost. The 140th Wing Podcast makes Colorado Air National Guard Airmen aware of the resources available to them, and how to utlize them. (Produced and edited by Tech Sgt. Chance Johnson)
Feb 6, 2024
26 min
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