From the International Franchise Association's 52nd annual convention...

The National Defense is on the road in Orlando, FL, at the International Franchise Association's 52nd annual convention. In this week's show, the National Defense speaks with dozens of individuals about the IFA's Vet Fran program. Randy speaks with great companies who are supporting American veterans through franchising opportunities.

Veterans Transportation and The Spirit of '45 Project

Peter Rogoff, Federal Transit Administator for the US Dept. of Transportation discusses the DoT's efforts to assist veterans in accessing transportation services. Then, Randy welcomes Warren Hegg, National Supervisor for the Spirit of '45 project, an inititive to establish a National day of recognition for Americans that served in WWII.

A Thousand Letters Home: One WWII Soldier's Story of War, Love and Life

The National Defense welcomes the CEO of SportClips, Gordon Logan as well as the leading fundraisers for the "Operation Uplink" program through the SportClips Franchises. Jerry and Randy also speak with the author of "A Thousand Letters Home: One WWII Soldier's Story of War, Love and Life," Teresa K. Irish.

Protecting Military Families from Scam Artist

The National Defense welcomes Holly Petraeus of the Office of Service Member Affairs, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, to discuss efforts being taken to protect military families from scam artists. The program also welcomes Mary Lou Darst, author of "War Ready: In My Father's Shadow" to The National Defense.