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Late For Changeover is the podcast for anyone who’s ever rolled into guard mount a few minutes late but still got the job done—with a story to tell. Hosted by veterans Marty Smith, Eric “Mr. History” Piarrot, Jake Wall, Ana Mondragon, and rotating guests, this weekly show blends military humor, historical deep dives, space-force-level absurdity, and off-the-rails banter. It’s smart, sharp, and just unhinged enough to keep you coming back. From billion-dollar rocket launches to confederate statue debates, every episode serves up irreverent takes from people who’ve been there, done that, and still remember their shift-change stories. ”Swearing In” is a special interview series from Late For Changeover that explores the moment everything changed: the decision to raise your right hand. Through intimate, one-on-one conversations, each episode dives into the personal stories behind enlistment, capturing the motivations, fears, and defining moments that led individuals to military service. From first-generation soldiers to second-chance enlistees, Swearing In honors the deeply human side of the uniform, offering listeners a raw, reflective look at where the journey really begins. Late For Changeover isn’t just jokes and jargon. Beneath the laughs are reflections on identity, transition, leadership, and what it means to serve—and then move on. Whether you’re a vet, an active-duty listener, or just someone who loves to laugh at acronyms and unpack the weirdness of bureaucracy, you’ll feel right at home. No branch is spared, no topic is off limits, and no one escapes a roast—especially the hosts. Hit subscribe, and join the formation. Just don’t be late. And be sure to join the fun on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrzPMzqLMg05QK9B2tpO4NA
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Monday Apr 15, 2024
Monday Apr 15, 2024
Today I have the pleasure of speaking with Army SFC (Ret) Krendra Harralson. Krendra grew up in Tacoma, WA and attended Lincoln High School. As a Sophomore, she joined the school’s JROTC program. During her Junior year, she signed a contract with the WA National Guard at 17, and attended Army Basic Training at Ft. Jackson, SC during the summer before her Senior year in High School. After graduating in 1998, she completed her AIT at Ft. Sam Houston, TX as a 92B Medic.
Her first assignment was with the WA NG Aviation unit as a Traditional Guardsman until Aug 2000. Then she enlisted in the Active Duty Army and was assigned to Wiesbaden, Germany with the 557th Ground Ambulance Company in 2003. Her next assignment was to the 4th Engineer Battalion at Ft. Carson, CO. In 2009 her unit was deployed to Taji, Iraq. During that deployment, her unit was relocated to Kandahar, Afghanistan where she was battlefield promoted to SSG in 2010. A year later, SSG Harralson was assigned to the 555th Engineer Brigade at Ft. lewis, WA. Her last assignment was to Ft. Sam Houston, TX in 2016 and she retired in 2018.
After retiring, Krendra competed in the Ms. Veteran America through the non-profit Final Salute Inc. Later, she received the appointed title of Mrs. Texas 2024 and will be competing for Mrs. USA at Omaha, NE in Aug 2024. To find out more about Krendra’s journey and how you can help, please visit the links below:
Final Salute Inc. https://www.finalsaluteinc.org/Home.html
Love Without Boundaries. https://www.lovewithoutboundaries.com/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093336497504
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/krendra_harralson/
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