Let's Talk Army Reserve brings news, current events and resources to bridge the gap between the three star command and the individual units. In today's episode we speak with representatives from Family Programs about the Army Emergency Relief fund and how family programs can help you. For more information about AER or anything related to family programs visit: https://www.usar.army.mil/ARFP/

Congratulations to the 807th Theater Medical Command's Squad 20, this year's Army Reserve Best Squad champions: • Staff Sgt. David Kratky • Spc. Grace Liby • Spc. Campbell King • Pfc. Aidan Chilson • Pfc. Joseph Varcoe

2026 Army Reserve Best Squad Competition • Soldier of the Year: Spc. Grace Liby, ⁠807th Theater Medical Command • Noncommissioned officer (⁠NCO) of the Year: Staff Sgt. David Kratky, 807th Theater Medical Command • Top Marksman: Staff Sgt. Eduardo Lemos-Mederos, ⁠377th Theater Sustainment Command

U.S. Army Reserve Command hosted their annual Expert Infantry, Field Medical and Soldier Badge events (E3B) on Fort McCoy, Wisconsin, April 27 to May 8, 2026. E3B tests Soldiers across 30 different lanes involving weapons, patrol and medical tasks, including fitness challenges that push candidates to their limits as they strive to become the standard. (U.S. Army Reserve video by Staff Sgt. Cameron Hershberger and Staff Sgt. Avery Cunningham)

Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) is an Army program emphasizing the five domains of health. This series delves deeper into the physical, nutrition, mental, sleep and spiritual aspects in which every Soldier is expected to strive to become an expert. (U.S. Army Reserve video by Staff Sgt. Cameron Hershberger, Calvin Reimold, Maj. James Kim and Sgt. 1st Class Abel Aungst)

Every life matters. Every Soldier matters. The holiday season can be a difficult time for many. Between the gatherings and celebrations, make time to check in on your Soldiers, your battle buddies, and your loved ones. A phone call, a text, or a simple conversation can make all the difference. Know the signs. Start the conversation. Be the one who reaches out. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available 24/7 through the Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1. You are not alone. (U.S. Army Reserve 📽️ by: Sgt. Cameron Hershberger, Sgt. 1st Class Abel Aungst, Mr. Calvin Reimold, Maj. James Kim and Col. Simon Flake)