A podcast dedicated to the latest events and happenings on one of the largest Air Force bases, “Tinker Talks” features various perspectives from the 5,600-acre installation. Captured by the 72nd Air Base Wing Public Affairs Office, this podcast shares stories, updates and insights on Tinker Air Force Base.

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Current Episode: Cancer Survivor shares his story and we Talk Importance of men's health awareness

He went in to see the doctor about a shoulder pain that was not going away and it turned into a life saving trip and a valuable lesson of men's health.

November is Men's Health Awareness Month. We sit down and have a conversation with Ken Lafayette, a cancer survivor. He talks about how he found out, treatments and survival. He also tells us about the impact this had on his family.

During his visit to the doctor at the 72nd Medical Group the Capt. that did his examination noticed that his PSA had not been done for a few years and recommended that he get the blood work done. That might have been a life or death suggestion.

Don't take your health for granted. Not everyone will be so lucky. Get your yearly examinations done - especially as you grow older. This is a great conversation with a great outcome.

Previous Episode: Raising Awareness of Violence Prevention

This month we sit down with 552nd Air Control Wing Command Chief Master Sgt. Kenny Mott to discuss violence prevention. Chief Mott shares a childhood experience dealing with violence in the home, how he overcame it and some valuable resources that helped guide him through those difficult days.

Chief Mott opens up about this personal experience and resources available as a proactive approach to improving lives and raising awareness to those impacted by domestic violence or abuse.

If you find yourself in a position where abuse is taking place, please reach out and seek help. Don't feel like you have to deal with this alone. Your First Sergeant or chain of command is there for support and help. Other resources are available:

Military One Source
YWCA
Women's Shelters

It's important to remember that violence of any kind is not acceptable. Take the steps to get to a better place.

Please listen and share this powerful episode. Chief Mott wants you to know that help is available and your Air Force family cares. You are a valued member of the team.

Archive:
Suicide Prevention Month
Leading through a pandemic
Chief of Staff of the Air Force General Goldfein talks depot maintenance during COVID, diversity and inclusion and more
Logistics remains vital during the pandemic
Financial assistance to those impacted by COVID-19
COVID-19; talking with your children and coping with anxiety
Coronavirus update with the 72 Medical Group
Air Force Sustainment Center commander
Installation Commander reflects on first six months in command, key updates 
Air Force Weather Operations, it is mission critical
We talk partnership and training with a member of the Royal Australian Air Force
Energy Savings - How does it happen on a military installation?
Veteran volunteers - they served and continue serving today
How do you get a job at Tinker?
Resilience Tactical Pause
9/11 Run, Walk, Ruck and POW/MIA 24-Hour Vigil
Tinker's other warriors, the Military Working Dogs
Supply Chain's critical role to the Air Force mission
F-16 Viper Demonstration Team commander and crew chief
552 ACW commander talks mission, major accomplishments, and partnership
February 2019, Col. Bell 
New Year, New You
How Will You Spread Some Joy?
The State of Tinker
Col. Trinkle Talks TRICARE