This week on Strength From Service, we shine the spotlight on one of our own — Jake Palmer. Jake shares the story of his journey from growing up in Washington state and Wisconsin to eventually making his way to Sioux Falls, where he found his voice in broadcasting and developed the perspective that would shape the rest of his life.

Jake opens up about the challenges he faced, the lessons that molded his “silver lining” mindset, and how a chance connection with Jack Zimmerman set the foundation for what would eventually become Strength From Service. He reflects on how the podcast came together, the mission behind it, and why telling real stories from veterans, first responders, and everyday Americans matters now more than ever.

This episode is honest, inspiring, and full of the heart that Jake brings to the show every single week — offering listeners a deeper look at the voice they’ve come to know behind the mic.

This week on Strength From Service, Jack sits down with Jeff Traxler, owner of Traxler’s Hunting Preserve — a small-town Minnesota farm that grew into one of the most unique hunting destinations in the Midwest.

Jeff shares the history of how his family’s farm transformed into a full hunting preserve and the incredible stories that have come out of Traxler’s over the years — from military weaponry and reenactments, to the annual Combat Veteran Hunt, and the unforgettable people who make the place what it is.

This is a conversation about tradition, community, the outdoors, and the impact a single place can have on veterans and families alike.

This week on Strength From Service, Jack and Jake sit down with Cheri Rohlfing — a Minnesota-born Delta Airlines pilot whose aviation journey began at Minnesota State University, Mankato.

Cheri shares how she first fell in love with flying, the determination it took to earn her wings, and the path that led her to the cockpit of a Delta jet. She opens up about training, setbacks, milestones, and the drive that kept her moving forward.

Today, Cheri is committed to giving back to the aviation community, mentoring young pilots and helping future aviators find their way into the sky just like she did.

A powerful conversation about passion, perseverance, and lifting others up once you’ve reached altitude.