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Tactically Acquired

Tactically Acquired

Written by: Rusty Mardis and Kevin Eagles
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 Welcome to Tactically Acquired Our goal is to document military connected living history in a fun and easy environment. We will capture the stories of our active duty, guard, reservists, veterans, ROTC and their families. Sharing their stories, adventures, and journeys across the military life cycle. The podcast is for anyone interested in joining the military, has been a part of the military, or who wishes to learn more about military life. In addition, we want to bridge the growing military-civilian divide through education. This is “unfiltered” meaning we will go over the good, the bad, and yes, maybe even the ugly of being a military connected individual. This is from Northern Kentucky University’s Veterans Resource Station in partnership with the Department of History. Produced by Professor Kevin Eagles. Show Notes: Learn More from this episode by visiting: Army: https://www.army.mil/ Army Reserves: https://www.usar.army.mil/ Veterans Resource Station: https://inside.nku.edu/veterans.html Department of History: https://inside.nku.edu/artsci/departments/history.html Music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au© 2025 Rusty Mardis and Kevin Eagles World
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  • PFC Jamie Richey , NKU Army ROTC

    PFC Jamie Richey , NKU Army ROTC
    Apr 4 2025
    On this episode of Tactically Acquired, we sat down with Private First-Class Cadet Jamie Richey. Cadet Richey is an outstanding member of the Army Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) at Northern Kentucky University, where she pursues a Biological Sciences major with a Chemistry minor on the Biochemistry and Pre-Veterinary Medicine track. In addition to her academic achievements, Cadet Richey serves in the Kentucky National Guard through the Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP). This prestigious program allows her to gain valuable leadership experience while preparing to commission as an Officer in the United States Army upon graduation. We honor Cadet Jamie Richey for her dedication to both military service and academic excellence, embodying the values of leadership, perseverance, and commitment to service. Thank you, Cadet Richey, for sharing your incredible insight on the Ky National Guard and NKU's Army ROTC program. Tactically Acquired is grateful to be sponsored by the Kentucky Army National Guard learn more by contacting SSG Moertle at jason.a.moertle.mil@army.mil or 502-871-2656. Our goal is to document military connected living history in a fun and easy environment. We will capture the stories of our active duty, guard, reservists, veterans, ROTC, their families, and community partners. Sharing their stories, adventures, and journeys across the military life cycle. The podcast is for anyone interested in joining the military, has been a part of the military, or who wishes to learn more about military life. In addition, we want to bridge the growing military-civilian divide through education. This is “unfiltered” meaning we will go over the good, the bad, and yes, maybe even the ugly of being a military connected individual. This is from Northern Kentucky University’s Veterans Resource Station in partnership with the Department of History. Produced and Edited by Alisha Burnett.#TacticallyAcquired #CadetRichey #JamieRichey #ArmyROTC #NKUROTC #XavierROTC #KentuckyNationalGuard #SimultaneousMembershipProgram #SMP #FutureArmyOfficer #BiologicalSciences #Biochemistry #PreVet #STEMStudent #WomenInSTEM #StudentLeadership #CollegeLife #MilitaryConnected #MilitaryLife #GuardAndReserve #ArmyReserves #VeteranStories #LivingHistory #MilitaryStories #ServiceAndScholarship #CitizenSoldier #MilitaryPodcast #HigherEd #PublicHistory #HistoryInAction #MilitaryCivilianDivide #BridgingTheGap #VeteranEducation #StudentVeterans #ROTCStories #NorthernKentuckyUniversity #NKUHistory #VeteransResourceStation #NKUVeterans #KentuckyArmyNationalGuard #GoNorse Kentucky National Guard: https://ky.ng.mil/ NKU Army ROTC: https://www.xavier.edu/military-science/index Xavier Army ROTC: https://www.cmc.marines.mil/Birthday/ Veterans Resource Station: https://inside.nku.edu/veterans.htmlDepartment of History: https://inside.nku.edu/artsci/departments/history.html Proudly Sponsored by the Kentucky Army National Guard learn more by contacting SSG Moertle at jason.a.moertle.mil@army.mil or 502-871-2656Music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au
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    43 mins
  • Captain Jonathan Wilgus, NKU Army ROTC

    Captain Jonathan Wilgus, NKU Army ROTC
    Mar 7 2025

    On this episode of Tactically Acquired, we sat down with Army Officer Captain Jonathan Wilgus, the program manager and instructor for the NKU Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC). He shares valuable insights about the ROTC program, offering tips and guidance for those interested in joining. Captain Wilgus brings a wealth of experience, having graduated from an ROTC program himself and served in the Michigan National Guard. He also discusses his current role as an Active-Duty officer, his professional skills, and the impact of the ROTC program at NKU and Xavier University.

    Tactically Acquired is grateful to be sponsored by the Kentucky Army National Guard learn more by contacting SSG Moertle at jason.a.moertle.mil@army.mil or 502-871-2656.

    Our goal is to document military connected living history in a fun and easy environment. We will capture the stories of our active duty, guard, reservists, veterans, ROTC, their families, and community partners. Sharing their stories, adventures, and journeys across the military life cycle.

    The podcast is for anyone interested in joining the military, has been a part of the military, or who wishes to learn more about military life. In addition, we want to bridge the growing military-civilian divide through education.

    This is “unfiltered” meaning we will go over the good, the bad, and yes, maybe even the ugly of being a military connected individual.

    This is from Northern Kentucky University’s Veterans Resource Station in partnership with the Department of History. Produced and Edited by Alisha Burnett.

    Learn More from this episode by contacting Grayson at graysonbeckham01@gmail.com or by visiting:

    NKU Army ROTC: https://www.xavier.edu/military-science/index

    Xavier Army ROTC: https://www.cmc.marines.mil/Birthday/

    Veterans Resource Station: https://inside.nku.edu/veterans.html

    Department of History: https://inside.nku.edu/artsci/departments/history.html


    Proudly Sponsored by the Kentucky Army National Guard learn more by contacting SSG Moertle at jason.a.moertle.mil@army.mil or 502-871-2656

    Music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au
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    33 mins
  • George Forrest

    George Forrest
    Dec 20 2024

    On this episode of Tactically Acquired, we have our special guest interviewer Ms. Melanie Hall the Fall 2024 MSW Intern for the Veterans Resource Station sit down with her close friend Army Air Corp and Air Force Veteran Mr. George Forrest. George joined the service in 1945 and discusses his living history with the ups and downs of being in the service during this timeframe. He also discusses his usage of the "new" GI Bill* to receive his Juris Doctorate, and many other amazing stories. Don't miss this episode or any of our episodes - subscribe today!


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    Tactically Acquired is grateful to be sponsored by the Kentucky Army National Guard learn more by contacting SSG Moertle at jason.a.moertle.mil@army.mil or 502-871-2656.

    Our goal is to document military connected living history in a fun and easy environment. We will capture the stories of our active duty, guard, reservists, veterans, ROTC, their families, and community partners. Sharing their stories, adventures, and journeys across the military life cycle.

    The podcast is for anyone interested in joining the military, has been a part of the military, or who wishes to learn more about military life. In addition, we want to bridge the growing military-civilian divide through education.

    This is “unfiltered” meaning we will go over the good, the bad, and yes, maybe even the ugly of being a military connected individual.

    This is from Northern Kentucky University’s Veterans Resource Station in partnership with the Department of History. Produced by Professor Kevin Eagles, Edited by Alisha Burnett, and hosted by USAF Retired & OEF Veteran Rusty Mardis.

    Learn More from this episode by visiting:

    Veterans Resource Station: https://inside.nku.edu/veterans.html

    Department of History: https://inside.nku.edu/artsci/departments/history.html

    Proudly Sponsored by the Kentucky Army National Guard learn more by contacting SSG Moertle at jason.a.moertle.mil@army.mil or 502-871-2656

    Music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.au
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    39 mins
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