Welcome to Roll Call, the official 126th Air Refueling Wing podcast channel where you will find stories and updates of what’s happening around our wing.
Episodes
Roll Call - Episode #68
This weeks guest is the Mission Support Group commander Col. Mike Mihalik he tells about how he became a Civil Engineer officer, his time at the National Guard Bureau and his favorite car.
10/02/2024
Roll Call - Episode #67
Capt. Chris Gottschall, 126th Security Forces Squadron, is our guest on the podcast he discusses his role in the 126th Security Forces Squadron, the role of the squadron in the Wing and his busy civilian career.
09/07/2024
Roll Call- Episode #66
General Mike Minihan Air Mobility Command commander is our guest this month on the podcast. In this clip, Minihan talks about his ties to the 126th Air Refueling Wing.
08/02/2024
Roll Call - Episode #65
ROLL CALL A 126TH AIR REFUELING WING PODCAST OF THE ILLINOIS AIR NATIONAL GUARD AT SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE. ROLL CALL …THE PODCAST FOCUSED ON PEOPLE, MISSION, AND COMMUNITY.
The 126th Operations Group commander, Col. Jenn Moore, speaks with Master Sgt. Brian Ellison to discuss her journey to the 126th ARW, her time in the Air Mobility Command, and fond memories during her missions. (U.S. Air National Guard podcast episode by Staff Sgt. Aaron Rodriguez and Master Sgt. Brian... read more
ROLL CALL A 126TH AIR REFUELING WING PODCAST OF THE ILLINOIS AIR NATIONAL GUARD AT SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE. ROLL CALL …THE PODCAST FOCUSED ON PEOPLE, MISSION, AND COMMUNITY.
The 126th Operations Group commander, Col. Jenn Moore, speaks with Master Sgt. Brian Ellison to discuss her journey to the 126th ARW, her time in the Air Mobility Command, and fond memories during her missions. (U.S. Air National Guard podcast episode by Staff Sgt. Aaron Rodriguez and Master Sgt. Brian Ellison)
126 Air Refueling Wing Link Tree
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Military One Source Tax Prep:
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126th Military Family Readiness NewsLetter:
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126th Air Refueling Wing
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Military Family Readiness Newsletter sign up:
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Illinois Governor's Challenge to Prevent Suicide Among Service Members, Veterans and their Families
https://bit.ly/457ZINj
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Roll Call Email
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IF YOU ARE HAVING THOUGHTS OF SUICIDE OR KNOW SOMEONE IN CRISIS CALL The MILITARY CRISIS LINE 988 THAT 988 PRESS 1 …
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07/30/2024
Roll Call - Episode #64
126th Air Refueling Wing, commander, Colonel Nick Henschel is our guest from our new podcast studio. He discusses his journey to become the Wing commander, his tips for squadron commanders and he answers a burning question important to the St. Louis Metro East.
NGAI is hosting an outing at Busch Stadium listen to the podcast to find out when and how to get tickets.
05/30/2024
Roll Call - Episode #63
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
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Susan Robinson
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04/02/2024
Roll Call - Episode #62
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
11/01/2023
Roll Call - Episode #61
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:
126arw.afr.mailbox@us.af.mil
Metro-East Vet Center
314-894 6105
126th Air Refueling Wing
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09/25/2023
Roll Call - Episode #60
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 Tree
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09/12/2023
Roll Call - Episode #59
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
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Military Family Readiness
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Department of Psychological Health
618-363-1426
Podcast Email
126rollcall@gmail.com
126th Air Refueling Wing links:
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08/15/2023
Roll Call - Episode #57
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 heather.l.braundmeier.civ@health.mil
Kids on Guard:
https://conta.cc/41Gqd9K
126th Military Family Readiness Newsletter:
126arw.afr.mailbox@us.af.mil
126th Air Refueling Wing
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Roll Call Email
126rollcall@gmail.com
05/31/2023
Roll Call - Episode #56
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:
126arw.afr.mailbox@us.af.mil
Illinois Governor's Challenge to Prevent Suicide Among Service Members, Veterans and their Families
https://bit.ly/457ZINj
126th Air Refueling Wing
linktr.ee/126arw
Roll Call Email
126rollcall@gmail.com
05/17/2023
Roll Call - Episode #55
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
04/04/2023
Roll Call - Episode #@54
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:
126arw.afr.mailbox@us.af.mil
126th Air Refueling Wing
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03/30/2023
Roll Call - Episode #58
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
cathy.takacs.civ@health.mil
126th Military Family Readiness NewsLetter:
126arw.afr.mailbox@us.af.mil
Roll Call: 126rollcall@gmail.com
03/01/2023
Roll Call - Episode #52
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:
https://dvidshub.net/r/dew2al
126th Military Family Readiness News Letter:
126arw.afr.mailbox@us.af.mil
126th Air Refueling Wing
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02/28/2023
Roll Call - Episode #53
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.
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02/09/2023
Roll Call - Episode #51
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.
12/21/2022
Roll Call - Episode #50
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.
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12/07/2022
Roll Call - Episode #49
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/
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11/05/2022
Roll Call - Episode #48
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.
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Military Crisis Line call or text 988.
11/03/2022
Roll Call - Episode #47
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/
11/02/2022
Roll Call - Episode #46
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.
08/18/2022
Roll Call - Episode #45
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 pfc.mo.nosc@zeiders.com... read more
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 pfc.mo.nosc@zeiders.com (off base - available during the week & drill by request)
Jonathan Bracewell – 618-304-7311 pfc.scott.usaf@zeiders.com (located on base M-F, available for drill by request)
Pain Free Running Clinic registration:
heather.l.braundmeier.civ@mail.mil
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07/13/2022
Roll Call - Episode #43
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.
05/13/2022
Roll Call - Episode #42
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 pfc.mo.nosc@zeiders.com (off base - available during the week & drill by request)
Jonathan Bracewell – 618-304-7311 pfc.scott.usaf@zeiders.com (located on base M-F, available for drill by request)
04/03/2022
Roll Call - Episode #41
The latest Roll Call episode looks at Black History Month with reflections from Capt. Doria Holland, Chief Master Sgt. Kendrick Henry and Staff Sgt. Tawan Williams.
A boomer selection board is coming up and a Pain-Free Running clinic starting this month. All that and more in this episode of the Roll Call podcast.
https://www.blackhistorymonth.gov/about/
https://www.militaryonesource.mil/.../miltax-military.../...
Pain-Free Running Clinic registration:
heather.l.braundmeier.civ@mail.mil
linktr.ee/126arw
02/23/2022
Roll Call - Episode #40
126th Air Refueling Wing commander, Col. Tom Jackson, and wing command chief, Chief Master Sgt. Christina Rizzo, look back at the year past and what's ahead for the wing. Plus, learn the latest on KC-46.
Learn how you can take advantage of free child care during drill, by calling 618-256-8156. https://bit.ly/3FoD7OC
Personal Financial Counselors:
Drew Weckbach – 314-307-3300 pfc.mo.nosc@zeiders.com
Jonathan Bracewell – 618-304-7311 pfc.scott.usaf@zeiders.com
126th Mentorship:
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126th ARW:
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01/12/2022
Roll Call - Episode #39
Did the 126th Maintenance Group have the highest mission capable rate in the Air Force for the 6th year? We'll find out from Chief Master Sgt. Dave Blankenship on this holiday/family edition of the Roll Call podcast. Chief talks about his mentors from his time in the 126th Maintenance Group and all the work the back shops are doing in the maintenance squadron. #126ARW #126mxg
12/23/2021
Roll Call - Episode #38
On this episode of Roll Call, Keeley Speck is back from Airman and Family readiness to talk Holiday Bazaar which is in building 5049. The bazaar is packed with presents for young and old.
12/01/2021
Roll Call - Episode #37
Get to know Staff Sgt. Tawan Williams 126th Air Refueling recruiter and author. He's our guest on the latest episode of Roll Call.
126th Air Refueling Wing Recruiting
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10/13/2021
Roll Call - Episode #37
Get to know Staff Sgt. Tawan Williams 126th Air Refueling recruiter and author. He's our guest on the latest episode of Roll Call.
126th Air Refueling Wing Recruiting
linktr.ee/126arw
10/13/2021
Red Flag 21-3 VMFA-522 MX
U.S. Marines assigned to Fighter Attack Squadron 533 perform maintenance and move munitions on F/A-18 Hornets during Red Flag 21-3.
07/23/2021
Roll Call - Episode #36 Mentors and Picnics
The Wing party is at Warrior Park on July 25, 2021, with plenty of fun for everyone-softball, bounce houses, face painting, and food. In this episode, we take another look at the 126th Air Refueling Wing Mentorship program.
Catch up on what the AFMS - Scott - 126th Medical Group Air National Guard (ANG) has been doing in East Central Georgia during the 2021 East Central Georgia Medical IRT.
More updates to Air Force Uniforms are on the way find out more in episode #35 of the Roll Call Podcast.
Our guest this week is the commander of the Mission Support Group, Kevin Jacobs. He talks about the huge mission the support group has helping out the wing. The burger burn is this Sunday, June 6th, at the maintenance pavilion, 1100-1300.
126 Air Refueling Wing Mentorship Program:
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05/26/2021
Roll Call - Episode #32
We are joined in a two-part podcast this week and next by Tech. Sgt. Matthew Sabo. Sabo shares his unique experience in the Air Force while he and his wife tackle their daughter's rare condition.
Look out for changes coming to the Air Force Employee Assistance Program. The tax filing deadline is coming soon.
EAP: 866-580-9078, https://go.usa.gov/xH7B4
MilTax: https://go.usa.gov/xH7Kg
https://www.chromosome18.org/
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04/28/2021
Roll Call - Episode #33
Pimp My Ride’s Tech. Sgt Matthew Sabo is our returning guest. He's here to talk about his time on the T.V. show and how he is now helping an organization through his remote control creations. The 126th Chief’s group is cooking for us in June more information coming on that in this episode of Roll Call.
CHES Office 365 Training:
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https://www.chromosome18.org/
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04/21/2021
Roll Call - Episode #31
Some personnel changes coming up at the wing, find out about those in this episode of Roll Call. Lt. Col. Huchel hosted a kickoff for the new, 126th Air Refueling Wing, mentorship program this drill weekend you can watch what the round table had to say about that coming up on this episode. (Air National Guard audio by Tech. Sgt. Brian Ellison)
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04/13/2021
Roll Call - Episode #30
We have made it to episode #30. This week's guest is Captain Darlene Heuiser the Comptroller Flight commander, hoah. We learn how the flight is juggling millions of dollars and lots of pots. Heuiser talks about her first dinner at Officer Training School and her path to becoming the commander of the Comptroller Flight.
The 126th Air Refueling Wing is reshaping its mentorship find out more in this episode.
03/25/2021
Roll Call - Episode #29
Second Lieutenant Tameka Garza stops by to talk about the transition from a non-commissioned officer to a commissioned officer. She tells us about her role in the repair process that is saving the Air Force money. It's Women's History month Garza reflects on the new hairstyles and women in the military. Also, she has an idea why we have the third button on our cargo pockets.
Coming up this summer a chance for high schoolers to work towards their private pilot's license, Tech. Sgt. Ellison... read more
Second Lieutenant Tameka Garza stops by to talk about the transition from a non-commissioned officer to a commissioned officer. She tells us about her role in the repair process that is saving the Air Force money. It's Women's History month Garza reflects on the new hairstyles and women in the military. Also, she has an idea why we have the third button on our cargo pockets.
Coming up this summer a chance for high schoolers to work towards their private pilot's license, Tech. Sgt. Ellison will have more on that coming up on this episode.
ADLS training transitions to “myLearning” in first step for new force development LMS
https://go.usa.gov/xs7Jx
2021 Virtual Teen Aviation Camp
https://bit.ly/2Qir0yN
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
linktr.ee/126arw
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03/16/2021
Roll Call - Episode #28
Why is the 906th Air Refueling Squadron, a full-time Air Force unit, a part of the 126th Air Refueling? Lt. Col. Kurt Wampole the commander of the 906th ARS will tell us all about it. Plus, it's time to bust out the shorts-a uniform change for maintainers.
There are changes coming to Air Force PT, that's all in this episode of the Roll Call podcast.
02/23/2021
Roll Call - Episode #23
From Airman Jackson, crew chief, to Colonel Jackson, 126th Air Refueling Wing commander; he looks back at how it all came together one day in Rockford, 32 years ago.
Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force came to the wings hangar to speak to maintainers, we'll hear her thoughts on PT.
Also, what's up with the three buttons.
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02/22/2021
Roll Call - Episode #26
Tech. Sgt. Brian Ellison finds out that being an Inflight Refueling Specialist is much harder than it looks-it's our first interview with the 108th Air Refueling Squadron. You still have time to get your packets in for the boomer board, but, not that much time. Make sure you check with recruiting or Chief Master Sgt. Latimer to ensure you have everything you need for your packet.
Also, AMC has an update on the KC-46.
#108ARS
02/08/2021
Roll Call - Special Edition #1
Maj. Gen. Rich Neely, Illinois National Guard commander, takes a break from the historic pace the Guard has been on to talk about what's ahead for the Illinois National Guard in the next few months, and how historic the last year has been. He shares his priorities with us, and he lets us know how great the 126th Air Refueling Wing is.
02/03/2021
Roll Call - Episode #24
Regulations are getting unknotted for women in the Air Force. We learn about the Yellow Ribbon Program and how it can help broaden your horizons after deployment. We learn about the life of a Training Instructor (TI), and more.
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01/25/2021
Roll Call - Episode #23
The boomer board is coming up. Tech Sgt. Brian Ellison talks 5/6 with the council president, Tech. Sgt. Andrew Kleiser. There are ways for you to get involved in the 5/6 Council find out how. The wing took part in a historic airlift learn more about that in this week's episode of the Roll Call podcast.
01/19/2021
Roll Call - Episode #22
What are your goals for 2021? Linda Schuh helps us work through them. The Director of Psychological Health talks about her roles in helping us and our families. Yep, Linda Shuh can see our family members, too. We have a new feature this week we hope to do every week with a quick look around the Air Force.
Our Ask an Airman question is answered by a new transfer to the wing.
126 Air Refueling Wing Link Tree
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01/06/2021
Roll Call - Episode #25
Colonel Tom Jackson, 126th Air Refueling Wing commander, is looking to pull the curtain back on leadership. He tells us about the mentors who influenced his career and leadership skills. You still have time to get your stuff together for the boomer board, tentatively scheduled for February 20.
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01/05/2021
Roll Call - Episode #21
Our guest this week, 126th Air Refueling Wing commander, Colonel Tom Jackson. Col. Jackson has a new update on Covid vaccines and explains the vaccine distribution strategy for the wing. He, also, shares his thought process on why he shut the wing down in March.
Jackson explains why he sees the wing's success continuing into the future. A bunch is packed into this first part of our conversation with the head of the wing.
This is just the first part of our conversation with the wing... read more
Our guest this week, 126th Air Refueling Wing commander, Colonel Tom Jackson. Col. Jackson has a new update on Covid vaccines and explains the vaccine distribution strategy for the wing. He, also, shares his thought process on why he shut the wing down in March.
Jackson explains why he sees the wing's success continuing into the future. A bunch is packed into this first part of our conversation with the head of the wing.
This is just the first part of our conversation with the wing commander. The next part of our conversation with Col. Jackson is coming out at the end of the month.
We have to start paying back our social security taxes more details on that in this episode.
Good luck to the wing's OAY winners as they head to state this month.
For additional information to include Frequently Asked Questions, visit: https://www.dfas.mil/taxes/Social-Security-Deferral/
IRS information:
- Tax Deferral Implementation: https://www.irs.gov/…/guidance-issued-to-implement-presiden…
- W-2 Reporting: https://www.irs.gov/…/form-w-2-reporting-of-employee-social…
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12/30/2020
Roll Call - Episode #19
On this episode, we talk Project 14 with Master Sgt. William Blankenship and why it makes the 126 Maintenance Group standout. We, also, hear his thoughts on shorts, boots and beards. The Department of Air Force racial disparity review was just released Tech. Sgt. Ellison has a brief look at it along with comments from Air Force Chief of Staff General Charles Q. Brown, Jr.
Air Force Independent Racial Disparity Review
https://bit.ly/3aE5iNt
https://www.af.mil/Portals/1/documents/ig/IRDR.pdf
126 Air Refueling Wing Link Tree
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12/22/2020
Roll Call - Episode #20
Security Forces Manager Chief Master Sgt. Kendrick Henry stops by to talk about the busy Security Forces Squadron; he shares with us many reasons why he joined the Air National Guard and the 126 Air Refueling Wing. CMSgt. henry doesn’t forget where he comes from and recognizes the mentors that got him to where he is. He shares his thoughts on leadership and self-improvement.
A few highlights from a town hall discussing the new Air Force racial disparity report with U.S. Air Force Chief of... read more
Security Forces Manager Chief Master Sgt. Kendrick Henry stops by to talk about the busy Security Forces Squadron; he shares with us many reasons why he joined the Air National Guard and the 126 Air Refueling Wing. CMSgt. henry doesn’t forget where he comes from and recognizes the mentors that got him to where he is. He shares his thoughts on leadership and self-improvement.
A few highlights from a town hall discussing the new Air Force racial disparity report with U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff, General Charles Q. Brown, and Chief of Space Operations, U.S. Space Force Gen. John “jay” Raymond.
Air Force Independent Racial Disparity Review
https://bit.ly/3aE5iNt
https://www.af.mil/Portals/1/documents/ig/IRDR.pdf
Air Force Trials 2021: A Virtual Experience
www.woundedwarrior.af.mil
Combined Federal Campaign
https://www.opm.gov/combined-federal-campaign/
126 Air Refueling Wing Link Tree
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#126SFS
#126SecurityForcesSquadron
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12/15/2020
Roll Call - Episode #18
On this episode of Roll Call, an update from the Department of Defense on the Covid-19 vaccine. Master Sgt. Bryan Hatfield talks to us about becoming Oustanding Airman of the Year and his work in the Command Post. Don't forget, this weekend is the Airman and Family Readiness Bazaar in the cold storage building, 5046.
12/14/2020
Roll Call - Episode #17
This episode features the latest Facebook live Town Hall with the 126 Air Refueling Wing command team. They discuss the vaccine, physical fitness test, Poland, and promotions. A reminder you can see this podcast on YouTube, https://bit.ly/39S4EMb. Read about the changes coming to the Air Force PT test, https://bit.ly/3qGkPSv.
12/08/2020
Roll Call - Episode #16
It’s time to check in with Keeley Speck at Airman and Family Readiness. Brian and Keeley have a free-flowing conversation on how they have each coped with the quarantine and how they are dealing with it during the holidays. Join the conversation below in the comments. You can email Roll Call: 126.arw.pa.mm.org@us.af.mil.
If you have questions for the Airman and Family Readiness email them: 126ARW.afr.mailbox@us.af.mil.
12/01/2020
Roll Call - Episode #15
Senior Master Sgt. Cindy Beaird stops by the Roll Call studio to talk about education and the coming changes.
11/24/2020
Roll Call - Episode #14
U.S. Air Force Major Jennefer Luebeck, Commander of the 126th Logistics Readiness Squadron, stops by Roll Call to talk with Tech. Sgt. Brian Ellison about the squadron's work.
11/10/2020
Roll Call - Episode #12
Join U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Brian Ellison as he talks with the director of inspections and KC-135 pilot, Maj. Viveca Lane. (U.S. Air National Guard audio by Tech. Sgt. Brian Ellison)
11/08/2020
Roll Call #5 Monthly Airman and Family Readiness Check-in
It’s the beginning of the month on the Roll Call Podcast which means we check in with Airman and Family Readiness. This is the Month of the Military Family. Check out the Airman and Family Readiness November Newsletter for resources for military families. If you are not on the email list then send a request to 126arw.afr.mailbox@us.af.mil.
The Personal Financial Counselor is hosting a virtual Holiday Spending seminar on Zoom. She is also available for 1-on-1 financial planning virtually... read more
It’s the beginning of the month on the Roll Call Podcast which means we check in with Airman and Family Readiness. This is the Month of the Military Family. Check out the Airman and Family Readiness November Newsletter for resources for military families. If you are not on the email list then send a request to 126arw.afr.mailbox@us.af.mil.
The Personal Financial Counselor is hosting a virtual Holiday Spending seminar on Zoom. She is also available for 1-on-1 financial planning virtually via 618-304-7311.
Holiday Spending workshop
- Saturday, November 7, 12:00-1:00
- Sunday, November 8, 12:00-1:00
Meeting ID: 161 093 4765
Passcode: 679820
Airman and Family Readiness Office UTA hours (online service only):
- Saturday, 7 November 9:00-10:30
- Sunday, 8 November 8:00-9:00
- Sunday, 8 November 3:00-4:00
Meeting ID: 161 906 3342
Passcode: 831398
(U.S. Air National Guard audio by Tech. Sgt. Brian Ellison)
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11/06/2020
Roll Call-#3
This week we are going back in time to May 2020. This features former 126 Med Group commander, Colonel (Dr.) Pam Fonti and now the current commander Lt. Col. Troy Compardo. Also, joining us via Zoom is Lt. Col. (Dr.) Tony Truang, 126th Medical Group Chief of Aerospace Medicine. Listen as they discuss and highlight the great work the wing. (U.S. Air National Guard audio by Tech. Sgt. Brian Ellison)
10/26/2020
Roll Call #2
We talk this week with Capt. Dustin Brown, 126FSS Commander. He tells us about the pandemic induced changes to ID cards. You can make an appointment with FSS, (618)222-5708. Capt. Brown gives us an update on his music career and TSgt. Ellison goes on too long about Wilco. Find out how you can get a new 126 ARW mask, too.
10/14/2020
Roll Call - Week #1
We're trying something a little different a weekly podcast. This week we're talking to Keeley Speck from Airman and Family Readiness. Airman and Family Readiness (618)-222-5734, 126arw.afr.mailbox@us.af.mil. By the way, it was a sparrow. You'll know what I'm talking about when you listen.
10/06/2020
Roll Call - October 2020
This month's podcast features highlights from this month's town hall. Holidays are right around the corner find out how you can help out your fellow wingman. (U.S. Air National Guard audio by Tech. Sgt. Brian Ellison)
10/04/2020
Roll Call - Episode #7
A short podcast that highlights the first-ever Facebook live Wing townhall. Watch the full town hall on youtube, the link is down below.
https://youtu.be/1Lv1vUrsMns
09/13/2020
Roll Call - August 2020
U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Brian Ellison, with the 126th Public Affairs Office, talks to the wing's Staff Judge Advocate, Lt. Col. Matt Goetten. Lt. Col. Goetten tells us why every member of the 126th should visit their office. Roll Call is the official podcast of the 126th Air Refueling Wing, Illinois Air National Guard, located at Scott Air Force Base. The wing flies the KC-135 Stratotanker to accomplish their mission of aerial refueling for U.S. and allied military aircraft. (U.S. Air National Guard audio by Tech. Sgt. Brian Ellison)
08/02/2020
Roll Call - June 2020
U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Brian Ellison, with the 126th Public Affairs Office, talks to Tech Sgt. Rich Olsen, 126th Recruiting Office. He tells us about the changes meeting with potential Air National Guard Recruits and jobs that are open in the 126 Air Refueling Wing (U.S. Air National Guard audio by Tech. Sgt. Brian Ellison)
06/07/2020
Roll Call - May 2020
U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Brian Ellison, with the 126th Public Affairs Office, interviews Colonel Pamela Fonti, commander of the 126th Medical Group, Lt. Col. Tony Truang, 126th Medical Group chief of aerospace medicine, and Lt. Col. Troy Compardo, 126th Medical Group chief administrator. They discuss the 126th Air Refueling Wing's participation in the State of Illinois' COVID-19 response. (U.S. Air National Guard audio by Tech. Sgt. Brian Ellison)
05/03/2020
Roll Call - February 2020
Tech. Sgt. Brian Ellison takes a look at what's going on around the wing. We also get a closer look at the upcoming Strong Bonds seminar with the Chaplains Office.
02/08/2020
Roll Call - January 2020
Tech. Sgt. Brian Ellison takes a look at what's going on around the wing. We also get a closer look at Airman and Family Readiness through an interview with Ms. Keeley Speck.