The Sailor's Port Call

Where the hell have I been? I also congratulate some of my friends and colleagues on their recent advancements and promotions!

We kick off season 2 with Master Chief of the Coast Guard (retired) Vince Patton! MC Patton shares stories from his time in boot camp, as a young non-rate, and a junior Petty Officer. We also discuss his ascension to MCPOCG and how his core values and leadership principles helped him achieve his dream!

As season 1 comes to a close, I'd like to thank all my guests and listeners for your support! We'll be back the first Monday in May to kick off season 2!

In this episode I continue to highlight women in leadership for women's history month. I discuss in detail how four very special women have impacted my life and then call them to let them know just how much they have meant to me!

I'm joined once again by Rhea Doctolero, but this time she's not playing devil's advocate. Rhea and I discuss her impending transition from the military and her job search. We talk about her personal training business, and how leadership plays a major role in how she trains and motivates her clients!

In this episode I'm joined by U.S. Coast Guard 5th District Commander, Rear Admiral Laura Dickey. Admiral Dickey is a career Sailor with over 12 years of sea time. She has served as Commanding Officer of 3 Coast Guard ships, worked for the Department of Defense at U.S. Northern Command, and served as a Coast Guard liaison to Capitol Hill. Admiral and I talk a little bit about our time together on the DEPENDABLE, and about her leadership style. She also shares some sea stories, including one about a professional basketball player you won't want to miss!!

I'm joined by U.S. Coast Guard Master Chief (select) Bob Egbert. Bob and I discuss our time together stationed in Philly, and what he has learned in the 10 years since then. We discuss his own leadership philosophy, and how his wife's battle with cancer has forever changed the way he approaches leadership.

This is the first episode of our new mini-series! In this episode, I'm joined by my girlfriend Rhea Doctolero. Rhea plays devil's advocate in our leadership discussion about Texas Senator Ted Cruz's recent trip to Cancun during the winter storm crisis in Texas.Disclaimer: These views are mine and should not be construed as the views of the U.S. Coast Guard.

In this episode I take an in depth look at President Joe Biden's first 2 weeks in office. I analyze the executive orders, memorandums, and proclamations issued by the white house from a leadership perspective.Disclaimer: These views are mine and should not be construed as the views of the U.S. Coast Guard.

I'm joined by Niema Golphin, Director of Culture for Wissahickon Charter School and Owner of Minding My Soul Meditation. Niema and I discuss her leadership of school staff, as well as the children they serve. She talks about her own philosophy and how she implements it. We dive into meditation as she teaches us the science behind it all, and how she draws on her leadership experiences when helping her clients.

Scot "Mugsy" Mogilewski returns to discuss his own personal battle with white privilege and how it relates to his family. He shares his views on being an ally vs. an accomplice and how his awareness of his privilege can benefit others. Also, he shares his affinity for "dolls for men."Disclaimer: These views are mine and should not be construed as the views of the U.S. Coast Guard.

Part 2 of my interview with Philadelphia sports broadcaster and podcast host Marc Farzetta. In this episode Marc and I discuss his time as a promotions director, his leadership on the morning show, and how falling asleep to a Joe Montana tape helped him become a better leader! 

I'm joined by Philadelphia sports broadcaster and podcast host Marc Farzetta. In part one, Marc and I discuss his grandfather's Coast Guard service during WWII, some cigar secrets, and his love for Jack Daniels. He also shares some stories about his leadership idol during his time working for Sunday Night Football!Part 2 drops Monday 2/8/21!

I'm joined by actress and studio owner Val McAdoo. Val shares with us her journey into acting, and how leadership works in the industry and on set. We discuss a few of her recent roles, and what motivated her to open her own studio.

I'm joined by my friend and colleague Santos Rivadulla. Santos, a Coast Guard retiree, shares a couple of leadership stories from his time in the service. We discuss our time together in Nassau, Bahamas and his philosophy on leadership. He also lets us in on an alien encounter he had while underway on a Coast Guard ship, and his personal quest to find Bigfoot and Mothman.

I'm joined by my friend, Diversity & Inclusion Consultant and Coach, Beth Ruffin. Beth and I discuss some leadership struggles in the insurance career field, as well as her own leadership and inclusion philosophy. She talks about what it's like trying to get a seat at the corporate table, and how it motivated her to build her own! We also discuss the challenges that she faces in her business, as it relates to addressing culture changes in organizations that are not inclusive. 

In Part 2 of my interview with Rodney Caldwell, we discuss how One Shot Church congregates, therapy in leadership, and breaking down what your purpose is.

I sit down for Part 1 of my interview with Pastor Rodney Caldwell from One Shot Church in Silver Spring, MD. Rodney discusses his childhood and the event that led him to his spirituality. We talk leadership in the church and his thoughts on religion in politics.Part 2 drops Friday January 22, 2021!

In Part 2 of my interview with former Marine and retired Coast Guard veteran Scot "Mugsy" Mogilewski, we discuss my defining leadership event, his leadership philosophy, and he shares some more outrageous leadership sea stories. Disclaimer: These views are mine and should not be construed as the views of the U.S. Coast Guard.

I sit down for Part 1 of my interview with former U.S. Marine and retired U.S. Coast Guard Senior Chief, Scot "Mugsy" Mogilewski to talk about leadership philosophy. We break down "synthetic" vs "organic" leadership and explore the differences between the Marine Corps and the Coast Guard with regard to rank structure. Mugsy describes in detail the story behind his career defining leadership event.Part 2 drops Friday January 15, 2021!Disclaimer: These views are mine and should not be construed as the views of the U.S. Coast Guard.

In this special episode, I welcome back Larry McCammon to discuss the events that took place at the Capitol on January 6, 2021. We talk about the riots and the lack of leadership before, during, and after the carnage. We discuss how the voices of professional athletes have helped bring awareness to systemic racism in America, and the hypocrisy of those who refuse to admit its existence. We'll break down the leadership problems in our government, and in our homes as it relates to the treatment of Black people in America.Disclaimer: These views are mine and should not be construed as the views of the U.S. Coast Guard.

I'm joined by Vicki Briceno, an enlisted woman currently serving in the Coast Guard. We discuss her experiences in the military as a young minority woman, and she shares some stories from her time on the Search and Rescue watch in a Command Center. We also talk about our time serving together and her opinions on military leadership.

In this episode I discuss the similarities between insecurity in relationships and the workplace. I'll share my own relationship struggles and talk about the importance of leadership identifying potential insecurity triggers and ensuring that they provide a stress free work environment.

Part 2 of my interview with newly retired military and new attorney Larry McCammon. In this episode we continue where we left off and discuss leadership in the Government and much more!Disclaimer: These views are mine and should not be construed as the views of the U.S. Coast Guard.

Tune in to part 1 of my interview with newly military retired Larry McCammon. Larry a recent law school graduate, discusses with me the age old ice cream debate and the Supreme Court's decision to not hear the Texas election lawsuit. Part 2 drops Monday 12/28/20!Disclaimer: These views are mine and should not be construed as the views of the U.S. Coast Guard.

In this episode I provide my random thought of the day and later share a leadership story from a port call in Key West, Florida. Disclaimer: These views are mine and should not be construed as the views of the U.S. Coast Guard.

I sit down with one of my oldest friends Sean Staskin, to discuss his leadership and mentorship philosophy.  Sean describes one of his mentors "Old Irish Paul" and we dive into his own leadership journey through two full decades of work.  Sean explains how he uses it now in a Senior Leadership position at one of the worlds largest E-Commerce companies.Disclaimer: These views are mine and should not be construed as the views of the U.S. Coast Guard.

In this episode, I introduce the new Podcast and myself. I'll discuss a little bit about the topics that we'll talk about in future recordings. This episode focuses on some leadership concepts and some stories from my time in the military. Disclaimer: These views are mine and should not be construed as the views of the U.S. Coast Guard.