Episodes

  • Outpost Outspoken, Episode 88

    Outpost Outspoken, Episode 88
    May 4 2026
    Host Ana Henderson interviews Tropic Regions Test Center Test Support Services Program Manager Mel Nickell about developmental testing military equipment in the world's most punishing jungles. Plus, Host Mark Schauer talks with Information Technology Specialist Sean Franklin about his recent detail supporting the Department of Homeland Security. The next episode of Outpost Outspoken will be released on June 1, 2026.
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    15 mins
  • Outpost Outspoken, Episode 87

    Outpost Outspoken, Episode 87
    Apr 6 2026
    From the punishing jungle of U.S. Army Tropic Regions Test Center (TRTC), Host Ana Henderson interviews jungle survival expert Eric Nicoliasen about the unique hazards of TRTC’s mission. Plus, Henderson talks with Contracting Officer Representative Mike Jonez, who recently rescued an elderly neighbor in distress thanks to his dog, Eli. The next episode of Outpost Outspoken will appear on May 4, 2026.
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    20 mins
  • Outpost Outspoken, Episode 87

    Outpost Outspoken, Episode 87
    Apr 6 2026
    From the punishing jungle of U.S. Army Tropic Regions Test Center (TRTC), Host Ana Henderson interviews jungle survival expert Eric Nicoliasen about the unique hazards of TRTC’s mission. Plus, Henderson talks with Contracting Officer Representative Mike Jonez, who recently rescued an elderly neighbor in distress thanks to his dog, Eli. The next episode of Outpost Outspoken will be released on May 4, 2026.
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    21 mins
  • Outpost Outspoken, Episode 86

    Outpost Outspoken, Episode 86
    Mar 9 2026
    Host Ana Henderson interviews Chief Warrant Officer 2 Melvin Bullard, Officer-in-Charge of YPG's elite Airborne Test Force, about the post's cargo and personnel parachute developmental test mission. Plus, Host Mark Schauer gets to know Chaplain (Maj.) Byron Denman, YPG's recently arrived installation chaplain. The next episode of Outpost Outspoken will be released on April 6, 2026.
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    13 mins
  • Outpost Outspoken, Episode 85

    Outpost Outspoken, Episode 85
    Feb 9 2026
    Host Mark Schauer interviews Munitions and Weapons Test Officer Esteban Hernandez about countermine testing. Also, Host Ana Henderson talks with Religious Affairs Non-Commissioned Officer Sgt. Victor Villa about the YPG Chapel's importance to community life.
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    9 mins
  • Outpost Outspoken, Episode 84

    Outpost Outspoken, Episode 84
    Jan 12 2026
    On the season eight debut of Outpost Outspoken, Host Mark Schauer talks with Radiofrequency Support Lead Michael Stoltenberg about the importance of radio spectrum in YPG’s test mission. Plus, Host Ana Henderson talks with Evelyn Eggins-Alston, YPG Child & Youth Services Coordinator, about her years of experience and information about programs on post.
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    20 mins
  • Outpost Outspoken, Episode 83

    Outpost Outspoken, Episode 83
    Sep 22 2025
    Host Mark Schauer talks with Dr. John Hunter, Chief Science Officer of a private industry customer testing at YPG to ultimately use artillery to launch payloads into low-Earth orbit. Plus, Host Ana Henderson chats with heavy equipment mechanic and crane operator Robert Valencia about his experience running with the bulls in Pamplona, Spain. The Season 7 finale of Outpost Outspoken will be released on October 20, 2025.
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    15 mins
  • Outpost Outspoken, Episode 82

    Outpost Outspoken, Episode 82
    Aug 25 2025
    Host Ana Henderson talks with Engineering Support Branch Operations Research Analyst Peter Lariviere, Yuma Test Center's Mission Support Employee of the Quarter. Plus, Henderson discusses National Preparedness Month with Installation Emergency Manager Alex Villasenor.
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    11 mins