Part 1: Jerry Newberry is still on Assignment in Afghanistan, so we wish Jerry well, and hope to hear from him soon! Randy is flying solo today and opens up the show with a discussion of barrack conditions at Fort Bragg, recently highlighted by a home video of a soldier returning home fighting a battle with a new enemy; raw sewage.

Part 2: Randy welcomes recruiter Sgt. 1st Class Clifton Magwood and Staff Sgt. Shawnda Bass to discuss the military's approach to disadvantaged or at-risk youth's in military recruitment.

Part 3: The National Defense welcomes Dr. June Rogers and John Falardeau to discuss the use of chiropractic care on soldiers returning home from the war. A high number of back pain cases, as well as muscular discomfort, due to normal everyday work in the service, has been seen and the American Chiropractic Association is taking steps to help out our returning service personell.

Part 4: Randy welcomes Tommy Clark of Snap-On Tools to talk about the company's history with the military as well as some opportunities for franchising for veterans.

The National Defense's "Assignment Afghanistan" continues this week with Jerry Newberry Live from Afghanistan!

Randy Miller welcomes new Marine recruit Ana Castillo, and Cpt. Eric Tausche to the National Defense to talk about the new look of the Marine Corp, as well as new vehicles the Marines are using to bring in new recruits.

Randy continues his interview with Ana Castillo, and Cpt. Eric Tausche.

The National Defense wraps up as Randy welcomes 24 Hour Fitness trainer Jason Lester of Kansas City to the program.

The National Defense welcomes Bonnie Carroll, founder of TAPS (Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors). You can find more information on TAPS at www.taps.org

The National Defense opens up the show as Jerry is overseas headed to Afghanistan. At last check, Jerry had arrived in Bagram. In the meantime, Randy Miller has the reigns of the show, and runs down this week's program.

Randy wraps up the National defense by running down some hot topics of the week.

Randy speaks with Dennis Cullinan, director for the VFW Legislative Service, to the National Defense. Randy and Dennis have a very interesting discussion of the Military Family Homes Protection Act on Capitol Hill.

Part 1: The National Defense opens up the show and welcomes a very special guest from Iraq, Maj. General Rick Lynch, Commander General of the 3rd Infantry in Iraq. Jerry and Randy get the straight truth from those with boots on the ground in Iraq.

Part 2: Jerry had a chance to sit down with Sen. John McCain at an event this week in Kansas City. A listen in to their conversation, as well as some additional commentary around found in this segment with Sen. McCain, who has become a regular guest on the National Defense.

Part 4: The National Defense wraps up as Jerry packs his bags for Afghanistan with a run down the hot topics of the week. Jerry will join the show, (barring and technical issues) while embedded with a forward surgical unit in Afghanistan.

Part 3: Randy and Jerry speak with Soloman Madron, a former Marine and current Fitness manager for 24 Hour fitness in Denver, Colorado. Randy also tells a story of a WWII vet. on a bus trip simply telling of his experiences and being rewarded with the medals he deserved many years later.

Jerry and Randy welcome 24 Hour fitness Master trainer Brian Newell from Stockton, CA, and also touch on the Hot Topics for the week.

The National Defense is proud to welcome Merrilee Carlson of Families United, to speak about the death of her son in Iraq, as well as April 9th, Iraqi Liberation Day Remembrance.

The National Defense opens up with a very special guest, Samir Sumaida'ie, Iraqui Ambassador to the United States. Ambassador Sumaida'ie discusses the current state of the political climate in Iraq with Jerry and Randy, as well as what is needed to stabilize the nation of Iraq. A fantastic guest, and a fantastic interview on the National Defense!

Randy and Jerry speak with Gordon Logan of the SportsClips franchise. SportsClips is the official haircutter of the VFW, and is sponsoring Jerry's upcoming return trip to Afghanistan.

Part 1: The National Defense is live on location in Greensboro, North Carolina this week, as Randy and Jerry welcome crew chief for Ron Hornaday, Rick Ren. They talk about the VFW's involvement with Kevin Harvick's race teams, and the state of racing.

Part 2: Jerry and Randy are proud to welcome back Ron Hornaday to the National Defense. Ron is a three time NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Champion, and a great friend of the VFW and American soldier.

Part 3: Randy and Jerry talk with young driver Cale Gale, a driver in the #33 Camping World Chevy Monte Carlo. Cale is a driver that has seen some quick sucess in the NASCAR Nationwide season.

Part 4: The National Defense wraps up from Greensboro, as Jerry and Randy give their final thoughts from the racetrack. Jerry also talks about what is coming up on the show in the coming weeks, including another trip to Afghanistan.

Part 1: The National Defense opens up with a rundown of today's great guests, as well as a dedication to the military and veterans of the Armed Forces.