Recovering the Missing, Rediscovering Purpose

This week on Veterans Radio, host Jim Fausone explores the ongoing mission to recover missing American service members and the opportunities for veterans in the field of archaeology. Michael Henshaw, combat veteran and Founder/President of the Asymmetric MIA Accounting Group (AMAG), discusses his work recovering and identifying missing military personnel, from World War II to modern conflicts, including ongoing recovery efforts in Ukraine. Then, Jim welcomes Dr. Stephen Humphreys, co-founder and CEO of American Veterans Archaeological Recovery (AVAR), to discuss how archaeology can provide meaningful career opportunities for veterans while helping preserve history and recover missing service members. Together, these conversations highlight the importance of honoring those who never returned home and creating new opportunities for those who have served.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL DISCOVER

✓ How Michael Henshaw and AMAG work to recover and identify missing American service members from World War II through modern conflicts
✓ What challenges recovery teams face when searching for missing military personnel in active conflict zones, including Ukraine
✓ How archaeology plays a critical role in locating, recovering, and preserving the remains and history of missing service members
✓ How American Veterans Archaeological Recovery (AVAR) helps veterans explore opportunities in archaeology while continuing their mission of service

Michael Henshaw

Founder and President - AMAG, Inc.

Combat veteran and Founder/President of the Asymmetric MIA Accounting Group (AMAG), Inc., an organization dedicated to recovering and identifying missing military personnel. With more than 25 years of experience in military service, government leadership, and international operations, Michael brings extensive expertise to the complex mission of accounting for America’s missing service members. A former U.S. Army Mortuary Affairs specialist, he has led recovery and identicication missions spanning World War II through modern conflicts, including operations in Ukraine.

Dr. Stephen Humphreys

Co-Founder and CEO - American Veterans Archaeological Recovery (AVAR)

Co-founder and CEO of American Veterans Archaeological Recovery (AVAR), an organization connecting veterans with opportunities in archaeology and historical preservation. Since co-founding AVAR in 2016, Stephen has directed archaeological fieldwork on numerous Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency recovery missions and served as Principal Investigator for the AVAR Conflict Archaeology School-Camden and Finding Medina projects. A National Geographic Explorer and Registered Professional Archaeologist, he has conducted and directed archaeological projects across the United States, Europe, and the Middle East. Stephen also serves on the Advisory Board of the Center for Integrative Research in Conflict Archaeology.

Jim Fausone

Host - Veterans Radio

Veterans Radio host, veterans advocate, and attorney who regularly explores the military, legal, healthcare, and policy issues affecting veterans, service members, and their families. Through conversations with veterans, experts, and national leaders, Jim helps bring important military stories and issues to the Veterans Radio audience.