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CBS News Network Specials

CBS News Network Specials

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 From the holiday to memorials to news coverage, listen here for the specials produced by the CBS Audio Network.© 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Politics & Government
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  • CBS News Radio Memorial Day Special 2025 - Hour 2

    CBS News Radio Memorial Day Special 2025 - Hour 2
    May 25 2025
    Hour 2 of the CBS News Radio Memorial Day Special offers listeners a powerful blend of personal stories, historical insight, and a tribute to the innovation and sacrifice of America’s military. Host Gil Gross sits down with Monica Mohindra, Executive Director of the Veterans History Project at the Library of Congress. Mohindra shares how the project collects and preserves the firsthand accounts of over 121,000 U.S. military veterans, ensuring their voices and stories are never forgotten. Listeners will hear remarkable examples, including the harrowing World War II journal of Lieutenant George Washington Piercy and the moving audio letters of Vietnam Marine Lance Corporal Mark Ryan Black. Mohindra explains how families can contribute to the archive and how anyone can access these stories online, making Memorial Day a time for personal connection and remembrance. This hour also features an in-depth interview with military historian and author Jay Wertz, who explores the crucial role of Mobile Army Surgical Hospitals (MASH) during wartime. Wertz discusses how MASH units revolutionized battlefield medicine, saving countless lives from World War II through Korea and Vietnam. He shares gripping stories of doctors, nurses, and medics working under fire, the evolution of frontline medical care, and the lasting impact of MASH innovations on today’s emergency medicine and trauma care. Wertz’s insights bring to life the real stories behind the legendary MASH teams, honoring their courage, ingenuity, and dedication. Preserving Veterans’ Voices with Monica MohindraThe Legacy of MASH Units with Historian Jay Wertz To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    41 mins
  • CBS News Radio Memorial Day Special 2025 - Hour 3

    CBS News Radio Memorial Day Special 2025 - Hour 3
    May 25 2025
    Hour 3 of the CBS News Radio Memorial Day Special brings together powerful voices sharing the realities and legacies of military service. Host Gil Gross welcomes: Virginia Cruse, combat veteran and PTSD counselor, who shares her personal journey and practical strategies for veterans and families facing post-traumatic stress. Allison Jaslow, Army veteran and CEO of Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, who discusses the unique challenges faced by post-9/11 veterans, the fight for voting rights and support for military families, and the urgent need to protect Afghan allies left behind. Ned Ricks, Vietnam veteran, who recounts his homecoming experience, the stigma Vietnam veterans faced, and the healing power of the National Veterans Art Museum in Chicago. Tune in for: Real stories and recovery strategies for PTSD with Virginia Cruse Frontline medical insights from Dr. David Jaslow Historical perspective and Memorial Day reflections with Tom Ricks Perfect for listeners seeking understanding, support, and inspiration from those who have served. Subscribe to CBS News Radio for more exclusive interviews and compelling stories honoring America’s heroes. Keywords: Memorial Day podcast, Virginia Cruse PTSD, Dr. David Jaslow military medicine, Tom Ricks historian, CBS News Radio, veteran stories, trauma recovery, Memorial Day special, honoring veterans To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    41 mins
  • CBS News Radio Memorial Day Special 2025 - Hour 1

    CBS News Radio Memorial Day Special 2025 - Hour 1
    May 25 2025
    Hour 1 is your essential listen for Memorial Day 2025, blending powerful military storytelling with expert summer travel advice. Hosted by Gil Gross, this episode features an exclusive interview with decorated Navy SEAL Will Chesney, author of No Ordinary Dog. Chesney shares gripping firsthand accounts from Operation Neptune Spear, the critical role of military working dogs, and inspiring reflections on courage and sacrifice. Plus, CBS News Travel Editor Peter Greenberg joins the show to discuss Memorial Day as the unofficial kickoff to summer travel. Greenberg offers listeners practical tips and top recommendations for summer getaways, helping you make the most of the holiday weekend and the travel season ahead. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    41 mins

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