126th Air Refueling Wing commander Col. Tom Jackson, shares his message of thanks for all that the wing has accomplished this year.

Staff Sgt. Tawan Williams is our guest on the Roll Call podcast. He is one of the newest recruiters with the 126th Air Refueling Wing. He's, also, a mentor and an author.

The podcast is on the road from Poland, with Maj. Mike McCarthy, 126th Maintenance Squadron, commander. He talks about the work done to find more opportunities for partnerships between the Polish and the 126th. He tells us about the work the maintainers did during their time here and the delicacy that are hot dogs in Poland. Reserve Component Transition Assistance Advisors: Charles Helmholt 202-987-3936 [email protected] Susan Robinson 202-987-3941 [email protected]

Tech Sgt. Tyler Rush, 126th Communications Flight, is our guest on this episode. He updates us on new laptops coming to the Wing, he tells us about all the tasks he juggles at the Comm Flight and he shares a few of his favorite memories about serving. Did you know that free counseling is available at: Military One Source-1-800-342-9647 Military and Family Life Counselors on Base 618-631-2421 Vet Center-314-821-5801

Tech. Sgt. Sarah Anderson, and Tech. Sgt. Maddie Spires, 126th Air Refueling Wing recruiting, are on this week to talk all things recruiting including the Illinois Guard grant. Military and Family Readiness: [email protected] Metro-East Vet Center 314-894 6105 126th Air Refueling Wing linktr.ee/126arw

Find out the Wing's big news from Staff Sgt. Aaron Rodriguez. This is the second part of the previous episode. featuring an interview with the acting commander of the 126th Operations Group, Jason Knab. He talks about his drive to serve his nation and his airmen and he shares with us his passion for flying. Remember if you or someone you know is in a mental health crisis, considering suicide please call the Military Crisis line 988 from your phone press 1. 126 Air Refueling Wing Link...

126th Operations Group acting commander, Lt. Col. Jason Knab is our guest on this 2 part episode. He discusses the Total Force Association with with the 126th ARW and 906th ARS work together. He discusses the many times he's moved and what gets his heart pumping. St. Louis Cardinals Tickets [email protected] Illinois Armed Forces Free Legal Counsel https://ilaflan.org/ 855-452-3526 Military Family Readiness [email protected] Department of Psychological...

126th Comptroller Flight, Master Sgt. Dan Welker is our guest. He talks about his time in the Air Force and the process of switching over to the Illinois Air National Guard. Healthy Behavior & Weight Loss program registration: Cathy Takacs, RD LDN 618-256-7138 [email protected] 126th Military Family Readiness NewsLetter: [email protected] Roll Call: [email protected]

Lt. Col. Jim "Doc" Avery is our guest he shares a touching story on why he chose to serve in the 126th Air Refueling Wing. Don't forget "Kids on Guard" is coming up and there is still time to get your kids signed up and time for you to sign up to volunteer. Summer Run Clinic Email [email protected] Kids on Guard: https://conta.cc/41Gqd9K 126th Military Family Readiness Newsletter: [email protected] 126th Air Refueling Wing linktr.ee/126arw Roll Call...

Maj. Matt Boice, 126th Civil Engineer Squadron commander, is our guest. He discusses how his civilian career opened up opportunities for him in the Illinois Air National Guard. He says many of the careers and certifications in CE open up jobs in the civilian market. Registration is still open for the Kids on Guard 2023, register here: https://conta.cc/41Gqd9K Military Family Readiness Newsletter sign up: [email protected] Illinois Governor's Challenge to Prevent Suicide...

Scott Air Force Base Airshow and STEM Expo is May 13 & 14. The director, Lt. Col. Adam Wallace is the guest on this weeks Roll Call. He gives us the inside scoop on the planes, the logistics on how to get to Scott and a C-17 load of more information. https://www.scott.af.mil/Airshow 2023 Kids on Guard https://conta.cc/3n7fmHK

U.S. Marines assigned to Fighter Attack Squadron 533 perform maintenance and move munitions on F/A-18 Hornets during Red Flag 21-3.

Lt. Col. Brad Kahrhoff, 126th Logistic Readiness Squadron commander, is our guest this week to talk to us about the mission of the LRS and how he feels about ketchup on the corn dogs. Also, find out what is happening this week around the Wing. 126th Military Family Readiness News Letter: [email protected] 126th Air Refueling Wing linktr.ee/126arw

The 126 Operations Group spent time in Georgia enhancing their skills as multi-capable Airmen. 126th Public Affairs Specialist Ken Stephens sat down and talked to a few Airmen who participated in the Agile Combat Employment training. https://dvidshub.net/r/dew2al

126th Maintenance Squadron, commander, Maj. Mike McCarthy is our guest this week he tells us about the people who have influenced his career. He, also, explains the difference between his squadron and the Aircraft Maintenance Squadron. This a reminder it is an exercise weekend so be careful and look out for alert vehicles. Although this is an exercise weekend, there are other activities taking place you can hear about some of these in this episode. Military One Source Tax Prep: ...

Staff Sgt. Greg Godier, 126th Comptroller Flight, shows us how serving in the Air National Guard full-time and serves his community. And Master Sgt. Brian Ellison is joined by his son Sam, the purveyor of dad jokes.

Master Sgt. Ashley Bradford is our guest to tal about her journey from logistics to the boom pod. She shares with us her passion for being a boom-Air Refueling Specialist and how she has made the 126th Air Refueling Wing her career. linktr.ee/126arw

Tech Sgt. Ces White and Staff Sgt. Aaron Rodriguez discuss their careers in the Guard and cross training in to Public Affairs and why they chose PA. This weekend is a holiday extravaganza at the Wing this weekend find out what's happening this weekend on this episode of Roll Call. Military Crisis Line: From your cell call or text:988 https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/.../military-crisis-line/ Linktr.ee/126arw

Tech Sgt. Josh Johnson, 126th Operations Squadron, Air Crew Flight Equipment shop, talks about his job ensuring equipment is up to standards and safe for the crew no matter they fly. He, also, tells us about his unique university career. Find out how to get free passes to National Parks. We can't forget, listen to find out who the Military and Family Readiness Amazon gift card. linktr.ee/126ARW Military Crisis Line call or text 988.

Keeley Speck, Miltary and Family Readiness, is our guest. She discusses some of the help that is available to troops all the time not just during the holiday season. But, if, someone needs help this holiday season please reach out to this address anonymously, https://bit.ly/3zL37U7 as mentioned in the show. Military Crisis Line: https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/get-help-now/military-crisis-line/

The 126th Civil Engineer Squadron recently went to Oklahoma for their annual training, U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Luke Quirion talks about CE's mission in the Sooner state, his career, and his path to becoming a 1st Sgt.

Staff Sgt. Kyle Keasey talks to us about his military career, including switching over to become a boomer in 108th Air Refueling Squadron. The Illinois Air National Guard headed to Toledo this weekend find out how they placed in the latest edition of Roll Call. Suicide Prevention Lifeline can now be reached at 988, Military press 1. https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ Text: HELP to 838255 Personal Financial Counselors: Drew Weckbach – 314-307-3300 [email protected] (off base -...

Senior Airmen Thomas Tate, 126th Logistics Readiness Squadron, is our guest on Roll Call. Tate and Tech Sgt Ces White talk about Tate’s Air Force lineage PEVs, and the viability of PEVs on Scott Air Force Base.

Staff Sgt Vince Lang and Airman Troy Barnes two of our newest members in the public affairs office are talking with 126th Air Refueling Wing recruiter Technical Sgt. Christopher Jackson and new to the Air Force Airman Remmie Vale from student flight. https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ 1-800-273-8255 HELP to 838255 Personal Financial Counselors: Drew Weckbach – 314-307-3300 [email protected] (off base - available during the week & drill by request) Jonathan Bracewell –...