Phantom Fuel
Phantom Fuel
Podcast Description
Welcome to The Phantom Fuel Podcast, your connection to the Nebraska Air National Guard like never before. This podcast was born out of listening to our Airmen and responding to their top priorities: better communication and a stronger sense of belonging.
With The Phantom Fuel Podcast, we aim to educate, inform, entertain, and connect our community in ways we’ve never tried before. From insightful interviews and inspiring stories to important updates and practical tips, each episode is crafted with you in mind.
Your feedback is essential in shaping this podcast - For all, made by Airmen!
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
Episodes focus on key themes including mentorship, community engagement, and updates relevant to Airmen, with notable episodes like 'Fueling the Force through Mentorship' examining how mentorship can enhance personal and professional growth, and the inaugural episode addressing winter safety tips alongside community impact stories within the National Guard.

Welcome to The Phantom Fuel Podcast, your connection to the Nebraska Air National Guard like never before. This podcast was born out of listening to our Airmen and responding to their top priorities: better communication and a stronger sense of belonging.
With The Phantom Fuel Podcast, we aim to educate, inform, entertain, and connect our community in ways we’ve never tried before. From insightful interviews and inspiring stories to important updates and practical tips, each episode is crafted with you in mind.
Your feedback is essential in shaping this podcast – For all, made by Airmen!
This month, we’re shining a spotlight on the people and programs that keep the Nebraska Air National Guard strong—on and off duty.
🎙️ Inside this episode:
A conversation with Cara Lokin, Transition Specialist & Family Readiness volunteer, on how family support builds morale and resilience.
Guard highlights from Alaska to Germany—Security Forces in rugged training, Civil Engineers sharpening their skills, and Nebraska EOD teams clearing over 2,000 pounds of ordnance.
Celebrating Family Appreciation Day, community partnerships, and a heartfelt salute to Lt. Col. Randal Douglas on his fini-flight after 36 years of service.
Special recognition for Chief Hruby, whose leadership and vision created the SPARK Cell and helped launch this very podcast. As she retires after nearly 22 years, we say thank you—and share news of her upcoming Innovation interview you won’t want to miss.
October safety reminders for families, neighborhoods, and everyone celebrating Halloween.
💡 Don’t miss out! Every comment on Spotify or submission through our anonymous feedback form = an entry into our $50 Amazon gift card giveaway. Two chances to win each month until Nov. 15. Winner announced in December during our one-year anniversary episode.
👉 Feedback form: https://forms.gle/6o6XwnJWgJXs77Bm6
📧 Want more info on family events, classes, or career planning? Reach out to Cara Lokin directly at [email protected].
Listen now and stay connected—because when families, communities, and service members come together, the mission is stronger than ever.
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