Audio by Staff Sgt. Chelsea Weaver | South Carolina National Guard | 07.08.2025
On this episode of the Palmetto Guardian, we talk with Spc. Jazmine Squire, the GI Bill Manager for South Carolina National Guard, to discuss the various education benefits available through the GI Bill. We explore the different types of GI Bills, including Chapter 1606, Post 9-11, and Chapter 30, highlighting the key differences in eligibility requirements and payment structures. Spc. Squire......
Audio by Staff Sgt. Chelsea Weaver | South Carolina National Guard | 06.26.2025
On this episode of the Palmetto Guardian, Staff Sgt. Chelsea Weaver takes listeners to Camp Bob Cooper to share the exciting experiences of the campers and staff during the Child and Youth Programs 2025 Youth Camp. Known as "Hollywood," Chelsea gives an insider's look at the camp's vibrant atmosphere and introduces the junior counselors (JCs) who are learning new skills throughout the week.......
Audio by Staff Sgt. Chelsea Weaver | South Carolina National Guard | 06.13.2025
On this episode of the Palmetto Guardian, we continue our conversation with Maj. Gen. Robin Stilwell, the 30th Adjutant General of South Carolina. We delve into the significance of family support in the military, the value of relationships, and leadership insights. Gen. Stilwell shares personal reflections and advice for service members, emphasizing the importance of enjoying and appreciating......
Audio by Staff Sgt. Chelsea Weaver | South Carolina National Guard | 06.03.2025
In this episode of Chap Chat, Chaplain John Denny welcomes Lt. Col. Javier Yudice, the state training officer and battalion commander of the 4th Battalion, 118th Infantry Regiment in the South Carolina National Guard. Yudice shares insights into his dual roles and the responsibilities that come with them, particularly focusing on the significance of combined arms operations, which involve......
Audio by Staff Sgt. Chelsea Weaver | South Carolina National Guard | 05.01.2025
In this episode of Chap Chat, Chaplain John Denny welcomes Maj. Dena Ogden, the deputy state training officer for the South Carolina National Guard. Together, they explore Maj. Ogden's inspiring journey into military service, fueled by her deep love for her country and the powerful influence of her father's own military career. Maj. Ogden opens up about the unimaginable pain of losing her son......
Audio by Staff Sgt. Chelsea Weaver | South Carolina National Guard | 05.01.2025
In this episode of Chap Chat, Chaplain Denny interviews Sgt. 1st Class Carlos Vargas, a dedicated member of the South Carolina National Guard. With a heartfelt introduction, Denny expresses admiration for Carlos’s deep care for soldiers, highlighting the genuine passion he brings to his role. Carlos shares his journey from Costa Rica to the United States, revealing that his desire to become......
Audio by Staff Sgt. Chelsea Weaver | South Carolina National Guard | 02.11.2025
In this episode of CHAP Chat, we welcome Staff Sgt. Jamie Beaman, who works in the G3, the state-level division responsible for training and mobilization. Jamie shares her military journey, her love of reading, and how literature helps her cope with stress. Jamie candidly shares her decade-long struggles with anxiety and depression, insights from her deployment to Afghanistan, and the......
Audio by Staff Sgt. Chelsea Weaver | South Carolina National Guard | 02.05.2025
In this episode of the Chap Chat, Chaplain Denny welcomes Capt. Lisa Allen from the South Carolina Air National Guard, 169th Fighter Wing. She shares her unique journey from the Navy to the Air Guard, with 11 years of experience in the Navy Reserves, specifically in Public Affairs, Captain Allen discusses the challenges she faced while managing her military responsibilities alongside her......
