By: Stephanie Kalota
Founder, Veteran Legislative Voice & AHG Correspondent
n 2016, America’s Heroes Group (AHG) started as a modest weekly one-hour radio show on AM 1690 WVON in Chicago, Illinois; founded by Clifford P. Kelley and Glenda R. Smith on October 30, 2015. Then it was known as America’s Fireside Chat Radio Talk Show. Since then, AHG has become a game changer that allows voices to be heard, celebrated, and honored.
As a 501(c)3 non-profit, AHG leverages radio and digital media and delivers vital information on benefits, resources, and referrals to military service members, veterans, and their families. The show’s host, Clifford P. Kelley, a Vietnam veteran and former city council member, lends his decades-long expertise. Co-host, COL Dr. Damon Arnold provides his medical and military knowledge to the show. Co-host, Debra Denhart shares her unique perspective as a military spouse and a community leader. Co-host, Sean Claiborne, also a former Army National Guardsman, brings his background in communications and a deep understanding of the challenges faced by the military and veteran community.
