In this episode of the Tango Tango podcast, host Lloyd Knight welcomes authors and filmmakers Karin Tanabe and Victoria Kelly to share the journey behind their PBS documentary Atomic Echoes. With family histories connected to both sides of World War II, Victoria’s grandfather served as a medic in Nagasaki and Karin’s grandfather was a Japanese soldier, the longtime friends uncover powerful stories of resilience, reconciliation, and hope.

They discuss how the project began, the challenges of interviewing veterans and survivors, and the intensive research required to capture voices long overlooked. From faith communities in Japan to American veterans who were never recognized for their post-war service, Atomic Echoes offers a respectful and human lens on history.

Karin and Victoria also reflect on the lessons they gained from the filmmaking process, from fundraising to finishing the project in just 11 months. More than a story about the past, their film underscores the urgent need for peace and the unifying power of storytelling today.

Jump into the conversation:

(00:00) Intro

(02:05) Meet Victoria Kelly

(05:23) Meet Karin Tanabe

(10:45) The making of Atomic Echoes

(18:38) Challenges in finding veterans

(22:23) Veterans’ desire to share their stories

(23:19) Planting trees and symbolic acts

(25:07) Inspirational stories from the journey

(29:47) Learning from the filmmaking process

(32:23) The intersection of history and hope

Additional Links & Resources:

• Connect with Victoria Kelly: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-kelly-618b4314a/
• Connect with Karin Tanabe: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karintanabe/
• Learn more about Atomic Echoes: https://www.pbs.org/show/atomic-echoes-untold-stories-from-world-war-ii/
• Learn more about Tango Tango: https://supplychainnow.com/program/tango-tango
• Learn more about our hosts: https://supplychainnow.com/about
• Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com
• Work with us! Download Supply Chain Now’s Media Kit: https://bit.ly/3XH6OVk

Tango Tango is proudly sponsored by Supply Chain Now. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/atomic-echoes-preseving-voices-hiroshima-nagasaki-1tt13

In this episode of the Tango Tango podcast, Lloyd Knight sits down with U.S. Army veteran, Black Hawk pilot, author, and founder of Kingdom Operatives, Adam Jones. Adam shares his inspiring journey from growing up near Mario Andretti’s hometown in Pennsylvania to fulfilling his childhood dream of flying Black Hawks in the Army National Guard, overcoming unexpected challenges, and ultimately embracing a new calling to help others.

Adam opens up about the struggles he faced balancing military life, family, and personal identity, including the moments of deep inner conflict that nearly cost his marriage and life. Through powerful mentorship and faith, he found a path to healing and transformation, leading him to write his book "Weapons of Mass Deception" and build Kingdom Operatives to equip leaders and veterans to break free from silent struggles and build resilience.

From his military experiences to his commitment to sharing his story as a message of hope, Adam offers profound insights into overcoming drift, embracing purpose, and leading with authenticity both in and out of uniform.

Jump into the conversation:

(00:00) Intro

(04:12) Growing up in Nazareth

(10:48) Penn State, ROTC, Army National Guard

(12:39) Becoming an Army Black Hawk pilot

(21:12) Meeting wife in DC and navigating changes

(26:22) Struggles with identity and family tension

(31:41) Anger, low points, and turning toward seeking help

(37:25) Mentorship, healing, and restoring relationships

(46:44) Founding Kingdom Operatives and helping veterans overcome struggles

Additional Links & Resources:

• Learn more about Tango Tango: https://supplychainnow.com/program/tango-tango
• Learn more about our hosts: https://supplychainnow.com/about
• Connect with Lloyd Knight: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lloydknight
• Connect with Adam Jones: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leadwithadam
• Learn more about Kingdom Operatives: https://kingdomoperatives.com
• Join the Kingdom Operatives community: https://skool.com/kingdomoperatives
• Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com

Tango Tango is proudly sponsored by Supply Chain Now. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/kingdom-operatives-1tt12

In this episode of the Tango Tango podcast, host Lloyd Knight welcomes Ross Dickman, CEO of Hire Heroes USA. Ross shares his journey from West Point to Army aviation, flying AH-64 Apaches with the 1st Cavalry Division, and deploying to Camp Taji, Iraq. He reflects on lessons from the cockpit, an aide-de-camp tour at the Army Safety Center, and a return to West Point as a TAC officer—experiences that shaped how he leads and how he thinks about life after service.

Now leading Hire Heroes USA, Ross focuses on employment as the foundation of post-service well-being. He talks about practical tools: clear, targeted resumes, mock interviews with real hiring managers, technology that keeps people in the process, and a push toward skills-based hiring, along with the power of partnerships and volunteers, and why providing free, lifetime career support to veterans and military spouses still drives his mission today.

Jump into the conversation:

(00:00) Intro

(00:51) Ross Dickman’s background as veteran leader

(03:33) Childhood in a dedicated army family

(05:56) Overcoming challenges at West Point Academy

(12:44) Deciding on a long-term military career

(16:27) Training experiences in flight school and Apaches

(26:11) Career growth and responsibilities at Fort Hood

(30:01) West Point’s role in leadership development

(32:10) Lessons from civilian job search struggles

(37:35) Starting a career with Hire Heroes

(40:19) How Hire Heroes impacts veteran employment

(45:56) Daily leadership responsibilities at Hire Heroes

(49:09) Meeting the Secretary of Veterans Affairs

(51:25) Future goals for veteran career support

Additional Links & Resources:

• Learn more about Tango Tango: https://supplychainnow.com/program/tango-tango
• Learn more about our hosts: https://supplychainnow.com/about
• Connect with Lloyd Knight: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lloydknight
• Connect with Ross Dickman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rossdickman
• Learn more about Hire Heroes USA: https://www.hireheroesusa.com
• Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com
• Work with us! Download Supply Chain Now’s Media Kit: https://bit.ly/3XH6OVk

Tango Tango is proudly sponsored by Supply Chain Now. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/hire-heroes-usa-supporting-military-transition-1tt11