Honor Flight with Duane Roemmich

Welcome to the 'Open Forum in The Villages, Florida' podcast, hosted by Mike Roth. This episode dives into the community-driven efforts of Honor Flight with guest Duane Roemmich, a retired sales and marketing executive and key figure in the Honor Flight network. The discussion covers the origins of Honor Flight, founded by Earl Morris, and its expansion through Jeff Miller's influence. Since its inception, the Villages' hub has flown over 2,400 veterans to Washington D.C. for free to honor their service. The episode also outlines the costs, logistics, and profound emotional impact of these journeys. It highlights their unique 'flightless flights' for those unable to travel and the integral role of guardians. The episode concludes with details on how listeners can support or join the initiative and a touching acknowledgment of how meaningful contributions greatly enrich the lives of veterans. Additionally, there is a health tip from Dr. Craig Curtis about Alzheimer's prevention.