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Sam Mackey and Jay Cutler are joined by Col Nick Nichols — a decorated U.S. Air Force F-16 fighter pilot with seven combat deployments across Iraq and Afghanistan. After 30 years of service to his country, Col Nick Nichols stepped out of the cockpit and into a new mission: serving as President of the Folds of Honor foundation. Now, he leads the charge in providing life-changing educational scholarships to the families of fallen and disabled service members and first responders — with the same relentless passion he brought to the Air Force. Outside of his military and nonprofit work, Col Nick Nichols is an accomplished public speaker, an obsessive hunter, family man, and an Oklahoma rancher who lives with grit and purpose every day. Follow Outsider: https://www.instagram.com/outsiderig/ Shop Outsider: https://www.outsider.com/   Follow Jay: https://www.instagram.com/ifjayhadinstagram/ Follow Sam: https://www.instagram.com/sammackey615/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WeAreOutsider/podcasts Follow Folds of Honor: https://www.instagram.com/foldsofhonor/ Learn More: https://foldsofhonor.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode aired March 17th, 2025 9:00 to 9:15Open show, BradSt. Patrick's day 9:15 to 10:00Senator Sam DouglasCrossover, Clean heat standard, Montpelier updates10:00 to 11:00Steve LambrechtBoundless Brothers. BookA graduate of Annapolis with a degree in aerospace engineering, TOPGUN pilot Brigadier General (retired) Steve Lambrecht flew one hundred combat missions in Bosnia and Iraq as a US Marine F/A-18 and Air Force F-16 fighter pilot, amassing over 3,473 hours of flight time. Steve lives with his wife, Laura, and their four children in Vermont, where he works as a United Airlines pilot.

In this episode, Rob Shallenberger, author of "Do What Matters Most," shares his insights on prioritizing our lives for greater personal and professional fulfillment. Drawing from his experience as an Air Force F-16 pilot and a leadership trainer, Rob emphasizes the importance of effective time management, revealing that 68% of people struggle with prioritization. He introduces the transformative habit of pre-week planning—an approach that encourages individuals to proactively design their schedules rather than reactively managing them. Rob outlines a structured process involving goal review, identification of key life roles, and actionable item scheduling, demonstrating how this practice can lead to significant productivity gains while reducing stress. Through impactful stories, he illustrates the profound effects of planning on relationships and overall well-being, encouraging listeners to adopt these habits for a more balanced and intentional life.

“Once I was there, I got to see just how impactful interacting with people could be, especially little girls and young women. I loved that part of the job. It was the most rewarding and most fulfilling part.” — Michelle Curran In this episode of Make Your Move, you'll hear from an extraordinary force of nature, Michelle "Mace" Curran. Michelle's career is awe-inspiring as a former Air Force F-16 fighter pilot and elite Thunderbird demonstration pilot. She's carved a place in aviation history, proving there is no limit if you push the boundaries of what's possible. You can also dive into her story in The Military Effect by Scott Manthorne, chapter 32. Becoming a Thunderbird is a challenge few can meet—it's a test of skill, grit, and relentless dedication. Michelle recounts the focus and support it took to earn her place on this prestigious team. Her journey didn't stop when she hung up her flight suit. Transitioning into public speaking, she had to master a completely different set of skills and learn to connect with audiences in a new way. Her transition will leave you intrigued and inspired. Michelle's authenticity shines through as she shares the honest truth. Success on stage required as much discipline as her time in the cockpit; she embraced the need for growth. Listen to the full episode to hear her story of continual evolution, from the adrenaline of fighter jets to the excitement of inspiring others from the stage. Visit themilitaryeffect.com, read Scott Manthorne's book, and listen to each weekly episode of Make Your Move to learn more. By challenging your assumptions and understanding the incredible impact veterans have and continue to have, we can create a better future for all of us.   WHAT'S IN THIS EPISODE Transition to Post-Military Career A Speaker's Craft and Business Discussion on Thunderbirds Business Advice and Networking   YOUR MOVE Get all the resources from this episode on genemoran.com/e99 Connect with Gene on linkedin.com/in/genemoran or visit genemoran.com Connect with Michelle Curran on LinkedIn, Instagram, or at macecurran.com

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened opened up 43-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 21,816 on turnover of $5.9-billion N-T. Shares in Taiwan closed sharply higher, rising more than 300 points in a continued comeback Monday as the U.S. markets showed signs of stabilizing from a recent sell-off amid eased concerns over a possible recession in the United States. The bellwether electronics sector served as a driver to the upturn on the local main board as buying focused on artificial intelligence server stocks throughout the session. Returning Olympians Escorted by F16s Returning Olympians have been welcomed back to Taiwan with flares (熱焰彈) and a jet escort. Media reports say three Air Force F-16 jets were on standby at around 5am today in the air southwest of the island, to accompany the E-V-A Air Flight on orders from President Lai Ching-te. And once the jets were alongside the returning plane, flares were set off to cheers from the passengers inside the plane. The Chinese Taipei team, including athletes, coaches and staff, landed at Taoyuan International Airport just after 7am. And the flight was greeted with a water salute as it taxied down the runway. (NS) Syria Earthquake Causes No Major Damage Local authorities say an earthquake shook central Syria causing no major damages. But the equake rattled residents who remembered last year's devastating (毀滅性的) temblor that struck northern Syria and Turkey. Syria's National Center for Earthquakes said a magnitude 5.5 quake struck 28 kms east of the city of Hama at 11:56 p.m local time. The U.S. Geological Survey put the quake's magnitude at 5.0 and said it had a depth of 10 kilometers. There were no immediate reports of deaths. In Damascus and Beirut - the capital of neighboring Lebanon - residents descended to the streets fearing a stronger quake that would collapse buildings. US Trump Sues DoJ Over FBI Raid In the US…. Donald Trump is suing the United States' Department of Justice for $100 million. The former US President is seeking damages (損害賠償) over the FBI's search of his Florida residence. At that time, law enforcement agents found hundreds of classified documents that he'd taken from the White House. Benji Hyer reports. Study: Amazon Rainforest Under Threat A new study finds that the Amazon rainforest is under threat as a carbon sink. The report from US nonprofit Amazon Conservation finds that deforestation is the biggest immediate threat to the world's largest rainforest. The NPO used satellite data to determine that Amazon trees held 56.8 billion metric tons of carbon above ground in 2022. They found the forest has been a carbon sink over the last decade. But with deforestation there's a danger the Amazon could start contributing more carbon than it absorbs from the atmosphere. The researchers say that it's now a “very small buffer (緩衝)". They say "there's reason to worry that the biome could flip from sink to source with ongoing deforestation.” That was the I.C.R.T. news, Check in again tomorrow for our simplified version of the news, uploaded every day in the afternoon. Enjoy the rest of your day, I'm _____. －－－－以下訊息由 SoundOn 動態廣告贊助商提供－－－－ 中元期間，台中市政府環保局紙錢集中載運煉化服務不打烊！ 環保祭祀最時尚的「以功代金做公益」 至四大超商操作多媒體事務機選擇「台中以功代金」

Dennis Allen is the author of The Disciple Dilemma: Rethinking and Reforming How The Church Does Discipleship. A six-time Chief Executive Officer specializing in “turnarounds” for Wall Street backed corporations, Dennis speaks at universities, churches and conferences, on the topics of leadership and discipleship. Dennis is also a combat-rated Air Force F-15 fighter pilot, and an alumnus of the Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics. Dennis makes the case that Christian leaders must restructure their organizations to conform to Christ's mission of discipleship. In this episode Dennis and Sathiya discuss: [01:49] The need to pioneer discipleship [05:20] Defining discipleship [08:50] The disciple dilemma in the modern West [10:51] Modeling Life through Relationships [11:22] The Missing Element of Deep Relationships [12:58] The Disconnect Between Church and Personal Growth [21:40] The need for improved discipleship programs [21:50] Understanding lordship and dying to self [24:50] Living as a bondservant to Christ [32:46] The need for improved discipleship programs [32:53] The concept of discipleship and toxic church culture [35:52] The importance of mentors and wingmen in discipleship [42:17] The need for trusted mentors [44:39] The long-term component of discipleship [45:47] The importance of patience and perseverance in discipleship Learn More About The Discipled Dilemma Follow Dennis Allen on Instagram and also on Youtube Check out The Disciple Dilemma on Amazon Book A Call With Sathiya's Team For more Free Resources, check this out Follow Sathiya on Instagram

Can you imagine an air show that not only fills the sky with breathtaking maneuvers but also rocks out with three incredible concerts? Join us for an enlightening chat with Evan Hopper, the Vice President of Air Show Operations, as we unravel the magic behind this year's Quad City Air Show, set for June 22nd and 23rd. Take a nostalgic trip with us to the origins and highlights of the Quad City Air Show. Hear stories of the awe-inspiring capabilities of the U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor and the dazzling MiG-17 night performance by Randy Ball. Discover the fascinating journey of the show's inception, sparked by Hopper's father's lifelong passion for aviation, making it a cherished tradition since the late 1980s. This episode also delves into the behind-the-scenes efforts of organizing the event, with younger family members stepping up to modernize marketing strategies and streamline logistics, ensuring the show's ongoing success.Celebrate the indomitable spirit of the Quad Cities community, which has weathered challenges like severe storms in the 90s to keep this air show alive. Listen to personal anecdotes, from an unforgettable flight with P-51 Mustang pilot Vlado Lenik to an adrenaline-pumping skydiving experience with the Canadian Skyhawks team. We also share our favorite local activities, from leisurely strolls at the farmer's market to invigorating morning runs along the river. For the latest updates on Quad City events, don't forget to visit VisitQuadCities.com. Join us as we honor the legacy and future of the Quad City Air Show, inspiring the next generation of aviation enthusiasts.Find more about the Quad City Air Show on their website or Facebook account. https://www.quadcityairshow.com/https://www.facebook.com/qcityairshowQC, That's Where is a podcast powered by Visit Quad Cities. Through the people, partnerships, and personalities woven throughout the Quad Cities region, you'll meet real Quad Citizens and hear the untold stories of the region.Follow Visit Quad Cities on social media and never miss an episode of #QCThatsWhere.FacebookInstagramLinkedInX

What does it really mean to be a disciple of Jesus Christ? Those that have been around church for any length of time, have undoubtedly heard the term or even been a part of the process called "discipleship". But what does it really mean to be a disciple and how does that apply to our lives today? My guest on The March or Die Show today is Dennis Allen. Dennis has a diverse background  having served as six-time Chief Executive Officer specializing in “turnarounds” for Wall Street-backed corporations. Dennis works and speaks with businesses, universities, churches, and conferences focusing on leadership and discipleship. Dennis serves today on boards, in business and charity leadership roles. As well as his efforts in churches of all sizes – megas, mids, and startups – as an elder, deacon, and teacher. A combat-rated Air Force F-15 fighter pilot, and an alumnus of the Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics. Throughout his career Dennis has been involved in a number of churches and has noticed a disturbing trend: Many Christians and regular church attendees are either unable or unwilling to share their faith outside of the walls of their church! This has led to an alarming percentage of young people walking away from the faith that was a part of their growing up lives. These observations along with a mountain of research supporting these findings led Dennis to write the book, "The Disciple Dilemma." This is an extremely important conversation for every follower of Christ and for anyone seeking to understand how we can TRULY impact the world around us with the Hope of a relationship with God. Learn more about Dennis Allen at: https://thediscipledilemma.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Escape to Olympic Bluffs a Dream Vacation Destination Olympic Bluffs Cidery & Lavender Farm is located on the northern coast of the Olympic Peninsula in Washington State. The farm is on a bluff that overlooks the Salish Sea, which spans the international waters between British Columbia and Washington State. The location is dreamy with views of Mount Baker, a 10,000+ foot mountain, to the east and Victoria Canada to the north. Olympic Bluffs was founded by Ginger and Scott Wierbanowski, who found farm land years early on a trip to Washington State. Both are Air Force Veterans with Ginger serving as an Intel Officer and Scott as an Air Force F 16 pilot. Scott and Ginger next to F 16 – note Scott's name on plane The two met in Korea, married in Denmark, and lived in Europe where in France they discovered Calvados. Years later their love of cider helped frame Olympic Bluffs Cidery and Lavender Farm which has an onsite Lavender shop, a cider production area, a Bed and Breakfast next door, and a commercial location where a future tasting room will be situated in downtown Port Angeles. In this Cider Chat The Wierbanowski's backstory to cider. Why a cidery and lavender farm in Port Angeles? What does the location look like? When and how can people visit? Is there a best time? The orchards, Size, terrain, soil type Number of apple varieties and (pear?) Orchard practices What products Olympic Bluffs currently sells Types of cider to expect? What has informed your cider making styles? Future plans Contact for Olympic Bluffs Cidery & Lavender Farm Website: https://www.olympicbluffscidery.com/ Address: 1025 Finn Hall Rd, Port Angeles, WA 98362 Telephone: +13606707206 Mentions in this Cider Chat French Cider Tour September 2024 Oliver's Cider and Perry Company – UK Cider in Herefordshire, Tom Oliver audio clip The Whose Who of #xpromotecider in this episode? Join the fun and download the info flyer on Cider Chat offerings at the support page! Post, share and social media and tag Cider Chat! Cider's XPromoters will be featured on an end of year episode! Spacetime Mead & Cider Works, Dunmore, PA Heartland Ciderworks, OR – watch the “Bottles On My Desk” review of Avalon Rakkerpak Cider, Denmark Know Your Roots, orchard consulting | NY

In this SPECIAL REPORT of the IN A CROWDED ROOM PODCAST, Chad Calek checks in to share the SHOCKING UFO/UAP footage that was filmed two days ago above Los Angeles, in which two U.S. Air Force F-35 fighter jets and a KC-135 refueling plane were filmed nearly colliding not once, not twice, but three different times with three different UFOs! Calek discusses the bizarre circumstances around this event as well as what he believes to be a larger UFO/UAP story that is beginning to unfold in Los Angeles! You do not want to miss this special report from the IN A CROWDED ROOM PODCAST!

#150: James D. ‘Murph' Murphy is the Founder & Chairman of Afterburner, Inc., a former Air Force F-15 fighter pilot, and owner of multiple businesses and the private equity firm Afterburner Capital.He has a unique and powerful mix of leadership skills in both the military and business worlds.Murph joined the U.S. Air Force where he learned to fly the F-15. He logged over 1,200 hours as an instructor pilot in the F-15 and accumulated over 3,200 hours of flight time in other high-performance aircraft. As the 116th Fighter Wing's Chief of Training for the Georgia Air National Guard, Murph's job was to keep 42 combat-trained fighter pilots ready to deploy worldwide within 72 hours. As a flight leader, he flew missions to Central America, Asia, Central Europe and the Middle East.Prior to his service in the U.S. Air Force, Murph had a successful career in imaging equipment sales, where he helped increase his company's sales by 500%. Years later, he became Director of Sales for a small paint company. The concepts he developed and utilized in business and the U.S. Air Force would become known as Flawless Execution®. Applying Flawless Execution's continuous cycle of planning, briefing, executing, and debriefing, he increased his new employer's sales from $5 million to $52 million per year. Realizing that all companies and organizations could benefit from these same concepts, Murph started Afterburner Incorporated in early 1996.Through his leadership, Afterburner landed on Inc. Magazine's "Inc. 500 List" 5x. Murph has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, BusinessWeek, Inc. Magazine, Newsweek, Meetings & Conventions Magazine and has appeared on CNN, Fox News, and Bloomberg News. He was also named as one of Atlanta's top 50 entrepreneurs by Catalyst Magazine. To date, the Afterburner team of elite military professionals has led over 2 million executives, sales professionals, and business people from every industry through Afterburner's Flawless Execution Model℠, and its unique, high-energy programs.Murph and Afterburner have shared the podium with notable speakers like Bill Clinton, Condoleezza Rice, Marcus Buckingham, Colin Powell, J.W. Marriott Sr. and Terry Bradshaw. Murph serves as a panel member of the League of Extraordinary Minds with business and self-improvement gurus such as Tony Robbins and Stephen Covey. He is the author of the groundbreaking books Business Is Combat and Flawless Execution through Harper Collins publishing and has spoken at many of the world's most notable business schools to include Harvard, Wharton, Cornell, Emory, Duke and Fudan University in Shanghai, China.To find out more on Murph, his books, and Afterburner check out jamesdmurphy.com and afterburner.com Enjoy the show! 

Scott Butler is an Air Force F-16 pilot and more recently a big game hunter. Scott and Chris Porter join Brady and Trail on the podcast to talk about what it's like to be an elite level fighter pilot and his journey into hunting. The guys discuss how new hunters can get more involved in conservation, the challenges of trying to obtain a permit, and how to plan a hunt. Scott talks about his first elk hunt, what he has learned, and what hunting means to him as a family man and a career military pilot. This is a great listen for folks interested in getting into hunting and how the Insider research platform can help someone tackle the challenges of getting started.Follow along:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/gohunt/GOHUNTFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GOHUNTofficial/GOHUNTYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GOHUNTGOHUNTTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gohuntofficialGOHUNTWebsite: https://www.gohunt.com/More resources:Sign up for Insider today and use promo code PODCAST to receive $50 to the GOHUNT Gear Shop: https://join.gohunt.com/try/insider

Dennis is the author of The Disciple Dilemma: Rethinking and Reforming How The Church Does Discipleship. A six-time Chief Executive Officer specializing in “turnarounds” for Wall Street backed corporations, Dennis speaks at universities, churches and conferences, on the topics of leadership and discipleship. Dennis is also a combat-rated Air Force F-15 fighter pilot, and an alumnus of the Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics. Dennis makes the case that Christian leaders must restructure their organizations to conform to Christ's mission of discipleship. In this episode Dennis and Sathiya discuss: [01:49] The need to pioneer discipleship [05:20] Defining discipleship [08:50] The disciple dilemma in the modern West [10:51] Modeling Life through Relationships [11:22] The Missing Element of Deep Relationships [12:58] The Disconnect Between Church and Personal Growth [21:40] The need for improved discipleship programs [21:50] Understanding lordship and dying to self [24:50] Living as a bondservant to Christ [32:46] The need for improved discipleship programs [32:53] The concept of discipleship and toxic church culture [35:52] The importance of mentors and wingmen in discipleship [42:17] The need for trusted mentors [44:39] The long-term component of discipleship [45:47] The importance of patience and perseverance in discipleship Learn More About The Discipled DilemmaFollow Dennis Allen on Instagram and also on YoutubeCheck out The Disciple Dilemma on AmazonBook A Call With Sathiya's TeamFor more Free Resources, check this outFollow Sathiya on Instagram

Welcome to another exciting episode of the Ones Ready podcast! This week, we have a special guest that's bound to inspire and motivate you – Air Force Lt Col Anthony "Blitz" Norman, a true American hero and F16 fighter pilot hailing from the heart of Ohio. From a young child with big dreams to a seasoned pilot with a decorated career, Lt Col Norman's journey is nothing short of remarkable.Join our host, Peaches, as he sits down with Blitz for an hour of captivating conversation that spans across multiple decades of service, world travels, and combat deployments. Whether you're an aspiring Air Force special operator, a future pilot, or simply someone striving to become a better leader and understand yourself better, the lessons learned by Tomahawk 1 are invaluable.Get ready to be inspired and gain insights that apply to not just military aspirants but anyone seeking personal and professional growth. Don't miss this episode – it's packed with wisdom and stories that will leave you motivated and hungry for success!Tune in now and be sure to hit that subscribe button so you never miss an episode of the Ones Ready podcast.

In this heartfelt and insightful episode, we delve into the life of Kenny Wilson, a former Air Force F-16 Specialist Flight serviceman, as he shares his journey of transitioning from military life to the civilian world. Kenny's story is not just his own; it resonates with many veterans who find themselves at a crossroads, seeking purpose, direction, and a sense of belonging after their service. This episode aims to provide takeaways that can inspire and guide other veterans through their own military transitions. Kenny Wilson's military career in the Air Force was a significant but short chapter in his life. As with many young men and women, 9/11 drove his desire serve his county from 2001 – 2005. Providing structure, discipline, and a strong sense of identity. However, leaving the military presented him with unforeseen challenges, as he struggled to find his footing in the civilian world. The loss of military camaraderie and the absence of a clear mission left a void, making the transition a tough and lonely journey. Kenny openly discusses the struggles he faced wanting to stay in but having to get out, emphasizing the importance of resilience and seeking support. He shares how he grappled with finding his purpose again, highlighting a common struggle many veterans face when transitioning to civilian life. His story underscores the need for a support system and resources to help veterans navigate this crucial phase, ensuring they are not left to face these challenges alone. Kenny's journey also highlights the significance of finding a passion outside of the military, as he shares his love for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu; today Kenny is a Blue Belt. This sport not only provided him with a physical outlet but also a sense of community and belonging, elements that are crucial for veterans during their transition. It also allowed him to pursue his own podcasting journey, co-hosting the BJJ Balance Podcast with friend and black belt Matt Veiga. Kenny Wilson's journey from the Air Force to civilian life is a story of resilience, determination, and the search for purpose. His experience sheds light on the challenges veterans face during their transition, emphasizing the importance of community, resilience, and finding one's passion. As we listen to Kenny's story, let it serve as a reminder that the journey may be tough, but with the right support and resources, transitioning to civilian life can lead to a fulfilling and meaningful chapter post-military. Please help me grow the podcast by subscribing and hitting the follow button.   SUBSCRIBE AND WATCH EPISODE ON YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TransitionDrillPodcast?sub_confirm=1   ALL LINKS FOR THE PODCAST https://linktr.ee/TransitionDrillPodcast   CONNECT WITH KENNY: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BJJBalance IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_freakparty/

Join us on this episode as we delve into the captivating journey of Colonel Dennis Daley, a retired Air Force F-16 instructor pilot with over 1,000 sorties and combat experiences. From growing up on a farm in Illinois to soaring the skies in F-16s and even transitioning to a career as a Delta pilot, Colonel Daley's story is one of determination, passion for aviation, and the importance of a strong team. Discover how he learned to fly, navigated the complexities of military aviation, and managed a successful career with the support of his dedicated team. Colonel Daley's experiences, from solo flights to combat missions, provide valuable insights into the world of aviation and leadership. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aviatorzone/support

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Rodney's guest on the podcast today is CEO, author and speaker, Dennis Allen.Dennis is the author of, The Disciple Dilemma: Rethinking and Reforming How The Church Does Discipleship. A six-time Chief Executive Officer specializing in “turnarounds” for Wall Street backed corporations, Dennis speaks at universities, churches and conferences, on the topics of leadership and discipleship. Dennis is also a combat-rated Air Force F-15 fighter pilot, and an alumnus of the Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics.Dennis makes the case that Christian leaders must restructure their organizations to conform to Christ's mission of discipleship.Find Dennis online at https://thediscipledilemma.com/Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

This week on the aviation avenue podcast. We are discussing the Russian built Korean War jet fighter that achieved high transonic speeds and is called "Fagot" by NATO. That's right folks… today we are talking about the Mig-15. Joining us is former U.S .Air Force F-16 Fighter Pilot, Current Commercial Airline pilot and warbird pilot Chris Fahey. He joins us to talk about the history and flying pro's and con's of this aircraft. We hope you all enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/braden-piscopo/support

Episode Description: Are you concerned with the current state of the church and would like to see a return to and refocusing on disciple-making? Our guest this week is Dennis Allen, author of the book, The Disciple Dilemma, in which he explores these concerns, trends, and offers a way forward. Dennis has held a vast array of leadership roles, from F-15 fighter pilot to a 6-time CEO, to serving with non-profits and churches. Through his writing and speaking, Dennis encourages and challenges Christian leaders in all sectors to rethink and return to discipleship as Jesus intended. “The journey of a disciple,” is not to be relegated to the pew on Sunday mornings but is to be lived out in all areas of life. This presents us as Christian leaders with an opportunity to return to the essence of discipleship that will help our people stay on the right path. Join us for this important conversation.   In this episode, Dennis and Bobby will discuss: What's going on in the community of disciples. Discipleship and current trends; looking at the causes and the symptoms. Statistics regarding church attendance and involvement. The call of Christ encompasses the entirety of our lives. Keeping the main thing the main thing. What will our response be as Christian leaders?   ____________________________________________________________ About the guest: A six-time Chief Executive Officer specializing in “turnarounds” for Wall Street backed corporations, Dennis works and speaks with businesses, universities, churches, and conferences focusing on leadership and discipleship. Dennis serves today on boards, in business and charity leadership roles, as well as his efforts in churches of all sizes - megas, mids, and startups - as an elder, deacon, and teacher. A combat-rated Air Force F-15 fighter pilot, and an alumnus of the Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics, Dennis lives with his bride Karen in the Washington DC area.   About the host: Following a successful career as CEO, Bobby sold his business to a publicly-traded company.  In what he calls his "second half of life", Bobby seeks to pour Biblically-based principles into growth-minded business, church, and non-profit leaders.   Through Values-Driven Leadership, Bobby serves as an Executive Coach and Training Consultant for organizations.  He shares many of his principles and practices through a weekly blog, the True North Leader podcast, and through three books he has authored:   Principled Profits: Outward Success Is an Inside Job True North Business: A Leader's Guide to Extraordinary Growth and Impact The Freedom Paradox: Is Unbridled Freedom Dividing America?   Find out more at valuesdrivenculture.com

What a privilege it is to have the top graduate of the Air Force Top Gun School and retired U.S. Air Force F-22 and F-15 fighter pilot and squadron commander, Rob “Cujo” Teschner in the studio with Marcus for this week's Team Never Quit Podcast. Listen in for an inspiring conversation with Cujo, whose life is an amazing success story, and whose life mission is to teach and inspire others, bridging the gap between the principles of high performance combat veterans and high performance business. His fight with Colorectal Cancer is what prompted Cujo to retire from the Air Force early. Yet his ambition led to his path of entrepreneurship, leadership and team development. Cujo is the founder and CEO of VMax Group, an international leadership training company and he has authored several books, two of which went to #1 on the Amazon bestseller list. In this episode you will hear: • I loved being part of the Air Force family. We lived all over the place. (7:57) • 1977 when Luke Skywalker wants to join some academy and then join the rebellion. That resonated with me. (9:49) • As a kid, I felt like the military was my family. It's what I knew. (10:50) • I thought it was always cool to hop on an airplane to go someplace new. To meet new people along the way. (13:00) • My letter – the one that says “thanks for applying” never said “try again”. (18:26) • The more people told me it wasn't gonna happen the more committed I was to proving them wrong. (20:47) • I had never flown an airplane before I went to the Air Force Academy. (23:32) • Isn't that stunning how fast we accelerate leadership – how fast we accelerate somebody to realize their potential?  (27:07) • If there was a time period I could freeze it would be First Lieutenant to Captain, because that's when I was out there doing the mission. (28:28) • What we need is a constant stream of warriors who are ready to go forth and do. (35:18) • The biggest honor of my military career was being called to be an instructor at our Fighter Weapons School, basically it's the Air Force Top Gun Program. (36:49) • You can beat people up and tell them how much they suck and they can learn from that, but another alternative might be Hey Cujo, we were 2 decisions from victory today. (43:55) • I try to apply that to my kids. (44:46) • One of the huge blessings of my life was being a part of teams that mattered. (48:09) • Our family team got a whole heck of a lot better as a result of my failure with cancer. That caused us to focus where we needed to. I'm eternally grateful for it. (52:32) • One of the best 4-star bosses I ever worked for would come in every month and ask us “Hey what are you doing for the home team?” (55:33)

Today on Exploring the Marketplace, Shawn Bolz and Bob Hasson interview Dennis Allen.  Denis is a previous combat-rated Air Force F-15 fighter pilot, a six-time Chief Executive Officer specializing in “turnarounds” for Wall Street backed corporations, and a speaker focusing on leadership and discipleship. Dennis currently serves in businesses and charities, as well as his experience in churches as an elder, deacon and teacher. Tune in as Shawn, Bob and Dennis discuss how faith changed him from an introvert to a curious person called to try bigger things that led him into a lot of things he wasn't qualified for that God placed him in. Hear as Dennis gives you some practical tools for some of the core issues in Christianity right now and why mentorship is so important in the workplace right now.  Tune in! www.discipledilemma.com  

Former U.S. Air Force F-16 Viper pilot Jeff "Tico" Tice was callsign 'Stroke 1,' the flight lead for the ill-fated "Package Q" strike on Iraq just days into Operation Desert Storm in 1991. Stroke 3 miraculously dodged multiple Iraqi SAMs and made it home safely where his HUD footage became a sensation. Tico was not so lucky...Read about Package Q here.Watch the Stroke 3 video here.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations

A Figment Takes Flight. The host for this show is Dan 'Fig' Leaf. The guest is Greg 'Blower' Sembower. Greg 'Blower' Sembower had flown many aircraft - Air Force F-16s and F-117s, United Airlines 747s, 777s, and 787s among others. He did not want to retire from his flying career until he made sure retirement would be better that work. To do that, he worked hard, invested smartly and saved. Then he started shopping for his dream - a P-51 Mustang. Blower shares his amazing journey with Fig on this episode. He had to learn how to fly tail-dragger airplanes, find the right bird, get a P-51 checkout, and drop significant cash on his dream. Having done that, it a 'Now what?' moment. The ThinkTech YouTube Playlist for this show is https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQpkwcNJny6mKINeB1rYn5-MFU3JdqCSh Please visit our ThinkTech website at https://thinktechhawaii.com and see our Think Tech Advisories at https://thinktechadvisories.blogspot.com.

You can support me here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/10percenttrue Discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/9vJ3hPYFQh00:00:00 Introduction00:01:23 Gabby's disclaimer!00:02:15 a brief history of Gabby's F-4 postings, variants and missions 00:06:10 Variants in more detail00:16:25 an easy plane to land……00:17:25 19.2 to 25 AoA with leading edge slats00:19:55 Cockpit ergonomics, the 556 mod and genesis of HOTAS00:22:00 TISEO00:25:02 Adverse Yaw00:27:20 motors00:28:45 “Pave” targeting and gun pods00:37:27 air to air gouge00:42:20 target identification and prosecution 00:47:20 Bentwaters and the Nuclear mission00:58:50 air to air in the UK 01:04:40 Scholars with bruised egos 01:05:05 Social scene at RAF Bentwaters 01:06:50 low level in the UK (brief phone interruption on Gabby's end)01:08:00 Clarke AFB and Air to Air role01:11:14 Energy Management01:14:30 GIB01:16:20 the Clark mission and knowing the enemy…..North Korea01:21:45 Weapons School01:30:30 departures, stories and Jeremiah Weed01:36:00 AMA questions 02:01:15 Joe Bob being devious02:03:10 the dive toss troubleSupport the show

On 27 Nov 2006, Ginger Gilbert Ravella had the run pulled out from under her and her world came crashing down. Her husband, Major Troy Gilbert, was an F16 pilot from the 309th Fighter Wing, Luke AFB, Arizona. He was deployed to Balad and during a close air-support mission to a special operations forces about 40 miles north his plane crashed. Insurgents took the body as a war trophy and it would be 10 years before he was found and brought back home. Ginger was left to raise 5 children, all under the age of 9, and rebuild their lives.  Jay and Donna sit down with Ginger as she tells her story on what it took to come back after having her world turned upside down; what she is doing now to give back; and what advice she has for those that have walked in similar shoes. Ginger's Bio Ginger Gilbert Ravella is a military wife and widow, mother of five, stepmother of two, writer and international speaker. At 36 years old, she faced the sudden tragic loss of her college-sweetheart husband in Operation Iraqi Freedom and the horrors that quickly followed. Her late husband, Major Troy Gilbert, an Air Force F-16 pilot, gave his life while saving over twenty Special Operation soldiers, defining a true American war hero. His remains were tragically taken from the crash site by Iraqi insurgents, which ultimately led to the most unprecedented and captivating story of recovery in U.S. military history. Major Gilbert left behind five beautiful children, all under the age of 9 years old. Ginger's openly genuine testimony of wrestling with God in the midst of despair and depression resonates with those who question their faith and future in the face of tragedy. Their private pain became front-page news time and time again over the amazing ten-year journey of bringing Troy home to U.S. soil.  Contact Information Websites https://www.theanchorofhope.com/  https://www.neveralonewidows.com/team  https://www.garysinisefoundation.org/team/ambassadors-council  Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Donna's Links Website: www.rebel-llc.com Consulting/Coaching Book: Warrior to Patriot Citizen (2017) Blog: Taking Off The Armor IG: @thetransitioningwarrior Twitter: @wtpc FB: The Transitioning Warrior Jay's Links Website: https://j2servantleadership.com/ Book: Breaking Average (2020) Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!

On 27 Nov 2006, Ginger Gilbert Ravella had the run pulled out from under her and her world came crashing down. Her husband, Major Troy Gilbert, was an F16 pilot from the 309th Fighter Wing, Luke AFB, Arizona. He was deployed to Balad and during a close air-support mission to a special operations forces about 40 miles north his plane crashed. Insurgents took the body as a war trophy and it would be 10 years before he was found and brought back home. Ginger was left to raise 5 children, all under the age of 9, and rebuild their lives. Jay and Donna sit down with Ginger as she tells her story on what it took to come back after having her world turned upside down; what she is doing now to give back; and what advice she has for those that have walked in similar shoes.Ginger's BioGinger Gilbert Ravella is a military wife and widow, mother of five, stepmother of two, writer and international speaker. At 36 years old, she faced the sudden tragic loss of her college-sweetheart husband in Operation Iraqi Freedom and the horrors that quickly followed. Her late husband, Major Troy Gilbert, an Air Force F-16 pilot, gave his life while saving over twenty Special Operation soldiers, defining a true American war hero. His remains were tragically taken from the crash site by Iraqi insurgents, which ultimately led to the most unprecedented and captivating story of recovery in U.S. military history. Major Gilbert left behind five beautiful children, all under the age of 9 years old. Ginger's openly genuine testimony of wrestling with God in the midst of despair and depression resonates with those who question their faith and future in the face of tragedy. Their private pain became front-page news time and time again over the amazing ten-year journey of bringing Troy home to U.S. soil. Contact InformationWebsiteshttps://www.theanchorofhope.com/ https://www.neveralonewidows.com/team https://www.garysinisefoundation.org/team/ambassadors-council Get the ammo you need to seize your day at Soldier Girl Coffee with an automatic 10% off at checkout!Donna's LinksWebsite: www.rebel-llc.com Consulting/CoachingBook: Warrior to Patriot Citizen (2017)Blog: Taking Off The ArmorIG: @thetransitioningwarriorTwitter: @wtpcFB: The Transitioning WarriorJay's LinksWebsite: https://j2servantleadership.com/ Book: Breaking Average (2020) Follow us on our socialsYouTube @cominghomewellmilitaryInstagram @cominghomewellorganizationFacebook at Coming Home WellLinkedIn at Coming Home WellTwitter @ComingHomeWellThank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!

The past couple of weeks have had some interesting events happen over the skies of North America.Most of us are aware that the North American Aerospace Defense Command, or NORAD as it is commonly known, has for the first time since its creation shot down objects that were in North American airspace.For those that don't know, NORAD is a United States and Canada bi-national organization charged with the missions of aerospace warning, aerospace control and maritime warning for North America. According to NORAD, Aerospace warning includes the detection, validation, and warning of attack against North America whether by aircraft, missiles, or space vehicles, through mutual support arrangements with other commands.Perhaps there will be an addition to that statement because the first object shot down on February 4th was a suspected high-altitude surveillance balloon which was deployed by China, who for their part called it a "civilian airship" that had deviated "far from its planned course" due to "limited self-steering capability."Most of us saw footage of the large balloon, which supported an under-slung apparatus including solar panels, and what intelligence officials believe are various instruments and sensors.Floating at an altitude of approximately 60,000 feet, the balloon was first detected over Alaska after which it traveled down through Canada and across the United States.On the direction of military officials and the U.S. Government, NORAD directed fighters to shoot down the balloon once it was off the coast of South Carolina. This location was selected as it posed the least threat to people on the ground. This event was the first time the U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor has made an air-to-air kill, and it did so using the relatively new AIM-9X Sidewinder, a short-range heat-seeking missile.This event was followed by subsequent detection's and shoot-downs of high-altitude objects over Northern Alaska on February 10; the Yukon territory on February 11; and Lake Huron on February 12. These objects were described as cylindrical or octagonal, and were floating at altitudes between 20,000 and 40,000 feet, and they were smaller than the balloon that was shot down off the coast of South Carolina.Are these balloons a new occurrence? Are they threats to national security or to commercial aviation? Did they fly through gaps in radar coverage? Is using missiles the best way to shoot them down?We invited retired Lieutenant-General Yvan Blondin, the former Commander of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) to give his expert opinion in answering these questions and others.General Blondin is eminently qualified to speak to these events as he served as a CF-18 fighter pilot who has conducted NORAD missions, and as a general officer, he served in various command positions at NORAD before serving as the Commander of the Royal Canadian Air Force.We can't think of anyone better to discuss this with -- it is exactly what we do here at Go Bold -- we have senior leaders share their expert insight on topics that are meaningful to Allied Forces around the world.As a contextual bonus, we added the actual radio audio between F-22 fighter pilots and controllers during the first NORAD shoot down of the high-altitude balloon off the South Carolina coast on February 4 (this audio is widely available in the public domain).We want to thank Lieutenant-General Blondin for his time and insight in discussing these milestone events for NORAD.Go Bold!

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Former U.S. Air Force F-15, F-5, and F-16 pilot, and Fighter Weapons School graduate, Fred "Spanky" Clifton, describes flying the MiG-29 Fulcrum as a Luftwaffe exchange pilot following German reunification after the Iron Curtain fell.Sponsored by National University. To find out more, visit nu.edu.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations

Biden's administration used an Air Force F-22 Raptor jet fighter and Raytheon's Sidewinder missile, to shoot down a meandering Chinese balloon on Saturday. Republicans in Congress called the balloon a “show of force,” and Biden canceled Secretary of State Blinken's trip to China. Brian is joined by Dr. Ken Hammond, professor of East Asian and Global History at New Mexico State University, founding director of the Confucius Institute at New Mexico State University, and leading organizer with Pivot to Peace. Please make an urgently-needed contribution to The Socialist Program by joining our Patreon community at patreon.com/thesocialistprogram. We rely on the generous support of our listeners to keep bringing you consistent, high-quality shows. All Patreon donors of $5 a month or more are invited to join the monthly Q&A seminar with Brian.

Recently, a suspected Chinese spy balloon was shot down by a U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor as it drifted over the Atlantic off the South Carolina coast, ending an unusual series of events that placed additional strain on already tense relations between China and the United States. With a payload the size of three school buses, China claimed the balloon was “a civilian airship used for research, mainly meteorological, purposes," although U.S. officials said otherwise. However, the bizarre events have also reinvigorated debate over the DOD's investigations into UAP, and whether some instances involving military encounters with strange phenomena could represent similar spy balloon incursions. This week, we dive into the controversy, joined by Space.com editor Brett Tingley, and examine one of the most unusual diplomatic crises in recent memory on The Micah Hanks Program.  The story doesn't end here... become an X Subscriber and get access to even more weekly content and monthly specials. Enjoy The Micah Hanks Program? Check out Micah's other podcasts here.  Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the fine folks at Gumball to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Gumball: Advertise with The Micah Hanks Program Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: 50-car train derailment causes big fire, evacuations in Ohio Russia Says Its ‘Unstoppable' Nuclear Underwater Drone Is Ready to Go  Pentagon Secretly Working To Unleash Massive Swarms of Autonomous Multi-Domain Drones Man rescued by Coast Guard wanted in 'Goonies' fish incident  Scientist who edited babies' genes says he acted 'too quickly' Man arrested, but motive unknown in Dallas Zoo monkey theft  Have We Been Visited by Aliens? Depends on Whom You Ask SPY BALLOON: U.S. Downs Chinese Spy Balloon, Ending Chapter in a Diplomatic Crisis  China Calls U.S. Shoot-Down of Balloon “Indiscriminate Use of Force.” International Law Says Otherwise.  In world of drones and satellites, why this? Chinese Spy Balloon Has Unexpected Maneuverability What the Chinese Spy Balloon Has to Do With the Pentagon's UFO Obsession BECOME AN X SUBSCRIBER AND GET EVEN MORE GREAT PODCASTS AND MONTHLY SPECIALS FROM MICAH HANKS. Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes of The Gralien Report Podcast, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Facebook Follow @MicahHanks on Twitter Keep up with Micah and his work at micahhanks.com.

Former U.S. Air Force F-4 Phantom II pilot Dee "Bones" Conger describes his military career and how he adapted the fighter pilot ethos into his business endeavors on this first episode in our new video-centric format.Visit Bones' fixed base operations, Circle Air Group, at Gillespie Field (KSEE) in San Diego, CA and online: https://www.circleag.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations

251 Managing Engine Failures and Your Energy with Cirrus' Jeff Galloway + GA News Your Cirrus Specialist. Call me if you're thinking of buying a new Cirrus SR20 or SR22. Call 1-650-967-2500 for Cirrus purchase and training assistance, or to take my online seminar: So You Want to Fly or Buy a Cirrus. Join now as a member to support the show with a donation via PayPal or Patreon. Send us an email If you have a question you'd like answered on the show, let listeners hear you ask the question, by recording your listener question using your phone. Summary 251 Max talks with Cirrus Aircraft's SF50 Instructor Pilot Jeff Galloway about using energy management techniques after an engine failure. Jeff is a former Air Force F-15 instructor pilot, and he talks about staying in the energy cone around an airport, and managing your energy to touchdown. He shares stories of two pilots who failed to reach the runway, because they didn't follow the process. News Stories Bizarre Theft Wave Targets Rotax Engine Used In Iranian Drones NTSB Identifies Potential Safety Issue In Fatal DHC-3 Crash Pilot makes forced landing in school playground GPS interference caused the FAA to reroute Texas air traffic. Planes in 2 fatal Alaska crashes had holes in floats, NTSB reports Pilot bends Beech after failing to familiarize himself with wind General aviation may get a new voice at the FAA Florida man faked forms to steal a jet and gets prison time Cuban Defector Flies Stolen An-2 To Florida Ex-Marine Corps Harrier Pilot Has Been Arrested NORCAL Approach to pilot: "Spider webs reported on your route" All About Ballooning Spiders in Northern California Mentioned in the Show SIU researchers pioneer use of psychology to optimize student pilots' success Check Out Lightspeed's ANR Headsets Lightspeed Delta Zulu Headset $1099 Lightspeed Zulu 3 Headset $899Lightspeed Sierra Headset $699 Max's Books – Order online or call 800-247-6553 to order. Max Trescott's G3000 and G5000 Glass Cockpit HandbookMax Trescott's G1000 & Perspective Glass Cockpit Handbook If you love the show and want more, visit my Patreon page to see fun videos, breaking news, and other posts in the Posts section. And if you decide to make a small donation each month,  you can get some goodies! So You Want To Learn to Fly or Buy a Cirrus seminars Online Version of the Seminar Coming Soon – Register for Notification Check out our recommended ADS-B receivers, and order one for yourself. Yes, we'll make a couple of dollars if you do. Get the Free Aviation News Talk app for iOS or Android. Check out Max's Online Courses: G1000 VFR, G1000 IFR, and Flying WAAS & GPS Approaches. Find them all at: https://www.pilotlearning.com/ Social Media Like Aviation News Talk podcast on Facebook Follow Max on Instagram Follow Max on Twitter Listen to all Aviation News Talk podcasts on YouTube or YouTube Premium

Operation Linebacker, the code name for the new interdiction campaign, would have four objectives: to isolate North Vietnam from its sources of supply by destroying railroad bridges and rolling stock in and around Hanoi and north-eastwards toward the Chinese frontier; the targeting of primary storage areas and marshalling yards; to destroy storage and transshipment points and to eliminate (or at least damage) the North's air defense system. With nearly 85 percent of North Vietnam's imports (which arrived by sea) blocked by Pocket Money, the administration and the Pentagon believed that this would cut its final lines of communication with its socialist allies. China alone shipped an average of 22,000 tons of supplies a month over two rail lines and eight major roads that linked it with North Vietnam. On 10 May Operation Linebacker began with mass bombing operations against North Vietnam by tactical fighter aircraft of the Seventh Air Force and Task Force 77. Their targets included the railroad switching yards at Yên Viên and the Paul Doumer Bridge, on the northern outskirts of Hanoi. A total of 414 sorties were flown on the first day of the operation, 120 by the Air Force and 294 by the Navy and they encountered the heaviest single day of air-to-air combat during the Vietnam War, with 11 VPAF MiGs (four MiG-21s and seven MiG-17s) and two Air Force F-4s shot down.[45] Anti-aircraft artillery and over 100 surface-to-air missile firings also brought down two U.S. Navy aircraft (one of which was flown by aces Duke Cunningham and William P. Driscoll). By the end of the month, American aircraft had destroyed 13 bridges along the rail lines running from Hanoi to the Chinese border. Another four were destroyed between the capital and Haiphong, including the notorious Thanh Hóa Bridge. Several more bridges were brought down along the rail line leading to the south toward the DMZ. Targets were then switched to petroleum and oil storage and transportation networks and North Vietnamese airfields. There was an immediate impact on the battlefield in South Vietnam. Shelling by PAVN artillery dropped off by one-half between 9 May and 1 June. This slowdown was not due to an immediate shortage of artillery shells but rather to a desire to conserve ammunition. U.S. intelligence analysts believed that PAVN had enough stockpiled supplies to sustain their campaigns throughout the autumn. The intensity of the bombing campaign was reflected by the sharp increase in the number of strike and support sorties flown in Southeast Asia as a whole: from 4,237 for all services, including the RVNAF, during the month preceding the invasion, to 27,745 flown in support of ARVN forces from the beginning of April to the end of June (20,506 of them flown by the Air Force). B-52s provided an additional 1,000 sorties during the same period. The North was feeling the pressure, admitting in the official PAVN history that "between May and June only 30 percent of supplies called for in our plan actually reached the front-line units." In total, 41,653 Linebacker missions dropped 155,548 tons of bombs. In addition to interdicting the road and rail system of North Vietnam, Linebacker also systematically attacked its air defense system. The VPAF, with approximately 200 interceptors, strongly contested these attacks throughout the campaign. Navy pilots, employing a mutually supporting "loose deuce" tactical formation and many with TOPGUN training, enjoyed a kill ratio of 6:1 in their favor in May and June, such that after that the VPAF rarely engaged them thereafter. In contrast, the Air Force experienced a 1:1 kill ratio through the first two months of the campaign, as seven of its eventual 24 Linebacker air-to-air losses occurred without any corresponding VPAF loss in a twelve-day period between 24 June and 5 July. Air Force pilots were hampered by use of the outdated "fluid four" tactical formations (a four-plane, two element formation in which only the leader did the shooting and in which the outside wingmen were vulnerable) dictated by service doctrine. Also contributing to the parity was a lack of air combat training against dissimilar aircraft, a deficient early warning system, and ECM pod formations that mandated strict adherence to formation flying. During August the introduction of real-time early warning systems, increased aircrew combat experience and degraded VPAF ground control interception capabilities reversed the trend to a more favorable 4:1 kill ratio. Linebacker saw several other "firsts". On the opening day of the operation, Navy Lieutenant Duke Cunningham and his radar intercept officer, Lieutenant (j.g.) William P. Driscoll became the first U.S. air aces of the Vietnam War when they shot down their fifth MiG. On 28 August, the Air Force gained its first ace when Captain Richard S. Ritchie downed his fifth enemy aircraft. Twelve days later, Captain Charles B. DeBellevue (who had been Ritchie's backseater during four of his five victories) downed two more MiGs, bringing his total to six. On 13 October another weapons officer, Captain Jeffrey S. Feinstein, was credited with his fifth MiG, making him the final Air Force ace

Welcome to the Love Where You Are podcast!  In today's episode, Somer is joined with Dennis Allen. Dennis Allen has served as a Chief Executive Officer in electronics, software, distribution, oil & gas, and conglomerates in public and private corporations. He has also served in leadership with mega, mid-sized and startup churches, as an elder, deacon, teacher and speaker across Presbyterian, Evangelical Free, Baptist churches and Military Chapels in the U.S., Europe and Asia. Dennis was an Air Force F-15 fighter and instructor pilot serving in stateside and international posts prior to his business career. He is also the author of, "The Discipleship Dilemma." In this episode, Somer and Dennis discuss: *How parents can effectively disciple their children *Why our kids and young adults are leaving the Christian faith *Traditionalism vs true discipleship Dennis and Somer step out of the comfort zone today to highlight a very important issue…The Disciple Dilemma, Dennis literally wrote the book on it!  This episode is a bit of a gut punch, but the good kind (I know its weird but we need the honest truth!) as Dennis and Somer understand the reality of Christianity today.  Pastor Tony Evans says it this way: "The problem isn't that we don't have enough Christians. The problem is Christ doesn't have enough disciples.” Statistics from Dennis' book: 65 % of the US population identify as Christian (200 million believers) and yet less than a quarter of them attend church (50 million) 82 % of these believers say they have no Bible study, faith community or mentor 80 % say they lack the skills or relationships to feel free to talk about their faith Another survey found that 92% of Christians do not believe that sharing their faith is important The statistics show 6 out of 10 young people walking away from the church - calling it arrogant, evil or irrelevant This is every Christian parent's worst nightmare and yet it has proven true for people all around us and maybe in our own homes. Knowing the reality of these statistics, let's dive in and ask, "What is the disciple dilemma we face today? Why is it important to me as a parent?" Thank you for being here today. Now, let's dive into the conversation!  Connect with Dennis: The Disciple Dilemma: Rethinking and Reforming How the Church Does Discipleship Thediscipledilemma.com Instagram   FAVORITE TAKE-AWAYS: The problem is doing the same thing but expecting a different outcome. We've been hacked and it's coming for your family - what now? The idea of discipleship is not about perfect parents in perfect control of perfect children who do perfect things. The idea of discipleship is about an individual human being being invited to come and investigate and evaluate who the person of Jesus Christ is. It is critical that we understand that the largest problem in American Christianity today is the idea that I want Jesus to save me, but this idea about being "Lord - I'm good."  “We really like being a fan of Jesus but having him as our Lord, not so much.” Sam Albury If you think your kids have to look this way, talk this way, act this way - you're going to lose the fight. The problem that we face in contemporary American Christianity is….  We've got to stop worrying about conversation and start worrying about what Jesus actually talked about which is make disciples of people. Parents, stop trying to control it and take the walk with your kids. We don't need the answers to every question - we need the time to take the walk out the questions and go through life together. If you are living for the metrics of managing your kids, you lose the mission.   QUESTIONS TO ASK:  Are you afraid? Are you stressed out?  Or are you just going through the motions?   REMEMBER: Biblical Discipleship is - *Invitation *Investigation *Surrender Stop trying to control your kids' outcome and start showing them, walking with them through real life - give them the steering wheel so to speak. Discipleship is a constant, neverending, lifelong journey of surrender. You have to learn to see the unique human being that is in front of you.  Meek - powerful but under control  Submission = a battle formation in good order Parents - The Lord Jesus Christ has called you to the role you are in.   SCRIPTURE:  Micah 6:8 1 Peter 3:15   CONNECT with Somer!  Stay connected to Somer and the Love Where You Are podcast through her Facebook & Instagram! Now, go love where you are and live on mission for Jesus today. 

Welcome to the Love Where You Are podcast!  In today's episode, Somer is joined with Dennis Allen. Dennis Allen has served as a Chief Executive Officer in electronics, software, distribution, oil & gas, and conglomerates in public and private corporations. He has also served in leadership with mega, mid-sized and startup churches, as an elder, deacon, teacher and speaker across Presbyterian, Evangelical Free, Baptist churches and Military Chapels in the U.S., Europe and Asia. Dennis was an Air Force F-15 fighter and instructor pilot serving in stateside and international posts prior to his business career. He is also the author of, "The Discipleship Dilemma." In this episode, Somer and Dennis discuss: *How parents can effectively disciple their children *Why our kids and young adults are leaving the Christian faith *Traditionalism vs true discipleship Dennis and Somer step out of the comfort zone today to highlight a very important issue…The Disciple Dilemma, Dennis literally wrote the book on it!  This episode is a bit of a gut punch, but the good kind (I know its weird but we need the honest truth!) as Dennis and Somer understand the reality of Christianity today.  Pastor Tony Evans says it this way: "The problem isn't that we don't have enough Christians. The problem is Christ doesn't have enough disciples.” Statistics from Dennis' book: 65 % of the US population identify as Christian (200 million believers) and yet less than a quarter of them attend church (50 million) 82 % of these believers say they have no Bible study, faith community or mentor 80 % say they lack the skills or relationships to feel free to talk about their faith Another survey found that 92% of Christians do not believe that sharing their faith is important The statistics show 6 out of 10 young people walking away from the church - calling it arrogant, evil or irrelevant This is every Christian parent's worst nightmare and yet it has proven true for people all around us and maybe in our own homes. Knowing the reality of these statistics, let's dive in and ask, "What is the disciple dilemma we face today? Why is it important to me as a parent?" Thank you for being here today. Now, let's dive into the conversation!  Connect with Dennis: The Disciple Dilemma: Rethinking and Reforming How the Church Does Discipleship Thediscipledilemma.com Instagram   FAVORITE TAKE-AWAYS: The problem is doing the same thing but expecting a different outcome. We've been hacked and it's coming for your family - what now? The idea of discipleship is not about perfect parents in perfect control of perfect children who do perfect things. The idea of discipleship is about an individual human being being invited to come and investigate and evaluate who the person of Jesus Christ is. It is critical that we understand that the largest problem in American Christianity today is the idea that I want Jesus to save me, but this idea about being "Lord - I'm good."  “We really like being a fan of Jesus but having him as our Lord, not so much.” Sam Albury If you think your kids have to look this way, talk this way, act this way - you're going to lose the fight. The problem that we face in contemporary American Christianity is….  We've got to stop worrying about conversation and start worrying about what Jesus actually talked about which is make disciples of people. Parents, stop trying to control it and take the walk with your kids. We don't need the answers to every question - we need the time to take the walk out the questions and go through life together. If you are living for the metrics of managing your kids, you lose the mission.   QUESTIONS TO ASK:  Are you afraid? Are you stressed out?  Or are you just going through the motions?   REMEMBER: Biblical Discipleship is - *Invitation *Investigation *Surrender Stop trying to control your kids' outcome and start showing them, walking with them through real life - give them the steering wheel so to speak. Discipleship is a constant, neverending, lifelong journey of surrender. You have to learn to see the unique human being that is in front of you.  Meek - powerful but under control  Submission = a battle formation in good order Parents - The Lord Jesus Christ has called you to the role you are in.   SCRIPTURE:  Micah 6:8 1 Peter 3:15   CONNECT with Somer!  Stay connected to Somer and the Love Where You Are podcast through her Facebook & Instagram! Now, go love where you are and live on mission for Jesus today. 

HOUR 1 Tom & Tom talk weekendDeshaun Watson was suspended after over 24 women accused him of inappropriate sexual advances / (NYT) https://www.nytimes.com/2022/08/01/sports/football/deshaun-watson-nfl-suspension.html?Nichelle Nichols, Lt. Uhura from Star Trek, passes away at age of 89NBA star Bill Russell passes away at age of 88A new study shows a key to reducing poverty is more friendships between the rich and poor / (NYT) https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2022/08/01/upshot/rich-poor-friendships.html?Retired General Jack Keane says Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi's planned trip to Taiwan tomorrow (unscheduled) / (FOX News) https://video.foxnews.com/v/6310283576112#sp=show-clipsTom A has a visitor on his lawn (a porcupine)Ticket bought in Illinois wins $1.337B Mega Millions jackpot / (AP) https://apnews.com/article/lotteries-iowa-e986a2da15c75b1e2228499ea90a6530?HOUR 2Sand Lake neighbors in Anchorage push for changes relating to the forthcoming airport expansion / (ADN) https://www.adn.com/alaska-news/anchorage/2022/07/31/neighbors-push-for-changes-to-project-that-would-expand-international-cargo-operations-at-anchorage-airport/Linn from Mat-Su on the Anchorage airport expansion topic and announces (the VP of a local Republican Women's Club) an event 11 AM to 3 PM this Saturday at a "Republican Mingle" with foods trucks and Stirling Silver band at the Willow Community Center and outdoor Gazebo Dave, retired Air Force F-4 Phantom pilot, on the Anchorage airport issueTwo found dead in their car in Matanuska River (ANS) https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2022/07/31/two-found-inside-car-matanuska-river/17 units respond to Spenard Hotel fire / (ANS) https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2022/07/31/17-units-respond-spenard-hotel-fire/Tom & Tom talk about getting out of a vehicle in an emergency 

We start off this episode discussing recent happenings with us including the latest with Battleline Tactical. Our special guest is retired Air Force F-16 pilot and current host of The Afterburn Podcast, John "Rain" Waters. We get into the new Top Gun movie (as well as the original,) some action-packed combat stories, and how exactly did he get the call sign Rain?  Be sure to follow Rain on Instagram @RainWaters27 and check out his podcast over at http://theafterburnpodcast.com Pick up the official Battleline Podcast shirt and be sure to tag us on Instagram: https://tanto-apparel.myshopify.com/collections/apparel/products/battleline-podcast Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcasthttp://twitter.com/battlelinepod To donate to the TheRide22 discussed, check out https://www.gofundme.com/f/TheRide22 To enter the latest $10K Copper Ticket Giveaway go to http://fortscottmunitions.com - for 15% Fort Scott merch and other items use the promo code: Battleline For 20% off all Bub's Naturals gear and products including collagen protein and MCT oil powder, go to https://bubsnaturals.myshopify.com/discount/BATTLELINE .. All purchases help to support the Glen Doherty Memorial Foundation For full video of this episode, subscribe to our Youtube page: https://www.youtube.com/c/BattlelinePodcast

Can you imagine being an Air Force F-16 fighter pilot who is afraid of heights and claustrophobic? In this episode, we hear from Lt. Col. Waldo Waldman, 'The Wingman' He is a Hall of Fame leadership speaker, executive coach, and the author of the New York Times and Wall Street Journal Bestseller “Never Fly Solo.” As a combat decorated F-16 fighter pilot, we hear Waldo share his journey, the incredible stories and strategies on overcoming obstacles, performing under pressure, and how to create a resilient, courageous, “One Team, One Mission” culture of collaboration and trust. We take Waldo's journey back to the start and hear his love for aviation, his resilience in overcoming one of his biggest fears of heights and claustrophobia to achieve his dream of becoming a fighter pilot and hear some of those incredible stories and unique perspectives on those very experiences he has been through, like when a surface-to-air (SAM) missile is tracking your aircraft in hostile territory and having been shot at multiple times over a span of 65 combat missions. This is an episode that will leave you blown away. Waldo broke through a lifelong fear of heights and overcame claustrophobia as a fighter pilot and he has gone on to improve the world in his own way of showing you how to break through any barrier you face too. To find out more about Waldo, simply head to his official website today at: https://yourwingman.com/ To keep up to date with the Imperfectly Perfect Campaign, our global efforts and to find out how you can get involved, simply head to our official website today. https://www.imperfectlyperfectcampaign.org/ You can also find us across all social media platforms and our youtube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/c/ImperfectlyPerfectCampaign A big thank you to our Voice-Over Artist: Mike Christensen ( thevoicemonkey.com ) The Imperfectly Perfect Campaign is creating awareness and not a substitute for professional advice. Should you need help, please refer to your nearest crisis numbers. For the United States of America; 911 for all emergencies, alternatively the national suicide hotline on 1.800.273.8255 (TALK) For Australia; 000 for all emergencies, alternatively call Life Line Australia on 13 11 14

Lieutenant Colonel John “KC” Cummings, 325th Training Support Squadron Commanderand Lieutenant Colonel Ret. Malcolm “X” Kemeny a F-22 Simulator Instructor Pilot discuss what it takes to become and elite Air Force F-22 Raptor pilot.

Are your attempts at reaching the next level “all thrust and no vector?” Has the fuel of your passion burned out, leaving you without a victory?   Can you imagine being an Air Force F-16 fighter pilot who is afraid of heights and claustrophobic?   In this episode, be prepared to fly higher than ever before with Lt. Col. Waldo Waldman, The Wingman. He is a Hall of Fame leadership speaker, executive coach, and the author of the New York Times and Wall Street Journal Bestseller “Never Fly Solo.”   Get ready for full throttle.   As a combat decorated F-16 fighter pilot, Waldo shares gripping stories and strategies on overcoming obstacles, performing under pressure, and how to create a resilient, courageous, “One Team, One Mission” culture of collaboration and trust.   He broke through a lifelong fear of heights and overcame claustrophobia as a fighter pilot.   And he is going to show you how to break through any barrier you face.   So press play and let's chat…because now is your time for courageous leadership!   ==========================   Ready for the next level in your career?   >> Book your FREE Coaching Session for podcast listeners at www.CareerClarityCall.com   ==========================   Rate, Review, and Follow   “I love Zach and The Happy Engineer Podcast.” If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more engineers -- just like you -- take the next step toward the career and life that they desire. On Apple Podcasts, click our show, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode!   Remember, we only spread our message when you share this knowledge with others that need it. So if you enjoy this episode, please SHARE it on your social media and tag @OASISOFCOURAGE so I can say hi and thank you.    Also, if you haven't done so already, subscribe to the podcast. I'll be releasing a lot of new content including bonus episodes to the feed and, if you're not subscribed, there's a good chance you'll miss out. Subscribe now!   For more information on this episode, host Zach White, and The Happy Engineer go to:   https://www.oasisofcourage.com

Lt Col Chris "K-Rush" Hubbard graduated from the Air Force Academy in 2002, flew the F-16 as a fighter weapons instructor (Air Force Top Gun), and most recently commanded the F-35 training squadron at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona.  In this episode, we discuss the transition from 4th generation fighter technology to 5th generation and the impact it has had on training, tactics, and war.  Chris will publish an article on the topic soon, and he gives us a preview here.***Follow the Greg Krino Show here...GregKrino.comYouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInIf you enjoyed the podcast, please leave a 5-star rating and friendly comment on your podcast app. It takes only a minute, and it really helps convince popular guests to join me.If you have comments or ideas for the show, please contact me at gregkrinoshow@gmail.com.

Have you ever piloted a plane?You have?Okay.But have you ever refueled an Air Force F-16 jet flying at 500 knots?And, not just any F-16 fighter jet, but one of the elite Air Force Thunderbirds squadron you may have seen at air shows?I haven't. But, that would be so cool!Today's guest, Aaron Stark, has done those amazing things in his career. And a whole lot more.Aaron no longer flies planes for a living. Instead, he helps his clients get where they want to go with their money.He made the career switch from Air Force pilot to wealth management advisor.The same skills he learned at the Air Force Academy and used in combat have served him well in every stage of his successful career.Aaron shares those lessons in today's episode so you too can learn how to navigate your career like an Air Force pilot.Even if you never see the inside of a cockpit.Today's GuestAaron StarkAaron Stark is the founder of HSI Wealth Strategies, a financial advisory team comprised of former United States Air Force pilots.Aaron and his team work primarily with professionals in the aviation industry: airline pilots, aviation business owners and executives as well as those who own and operate aircraft. Their aim is to provide a flight path that alleviates anxiety and empowers their clients to live out their dreams through financial and retirement planning, tax-efficient strategies and investment management. They specialize in helping reduce marginal retirement tax brackets through tax efficient strategies for many clients.  Aaron graduated from the Air Force Academy with a BS in Aeronautical Engineering. After graduation, Aaron went on to fly the KC-135 R/T.  He earned his MBA in 2011 from Webster University in St Louis.  During his flying career, Aaron instructed in both the KC-135 and T-6.  He's flown over 150 combat missions in the KC-135 over Iraq, Afghanistan, and Syria. Aaron spent 13 years on active duty, and upon separating founded and built one of the fastest growing and most successful financial practices and has been recognized at a national level. You'll LearnHow the checklist discipline of a pilot will help you deliver results in your career and businessHow to eliminate risk and fear by applying flight safety practicesThe value of perseverance in your career and lifeWhy grit may be more valuable than talent and skillThe strength in admitting weakness and being vulnerable and authenticHow an F-16 fighter jet crash brought Aaron and me closer together3 Fundamental Career Skills from Today's Guest1. Be tenaciousDevelop the skill of not quitting. Build grit.The majority of results come from the last bit of effort. So don't give up when things get hard.2. Drive to be the best at what you doSuccessful people find satisfaction from getting better.There's no substitute for persevering and consistently improving over time.3. Be strong enough to admit weaknessRecognize you need support. Seek help and advice from those who have done what you're trying to do.Learn from the best if you want to be the best you can be.Links and Resources from this EpisodeContact Aaron on the HSI Wealth Strategies website (hsiwealthstrategies.com)Connect with Aaron Stark on LinkedIn.See the show notes at GregHarrod.com.

Do you struggle to live life with focus and passion? In this episode, Pat welcomes Guy Brilando, an Air Force F-16 pilot veteran and author. Guy defines what it means to live on purpose for a purpose and how to allow our passions to drive us. To learn more from Guy and find his book, check out his website at guybrilando.com Be sure to follow us to stay up to date with all the latest content! New episodes every Wednesday. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nogreyareasbook/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NoGreyAreasBook/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoGreyAreas Want to dive deeper into the story? Check out the link below! https://linktr.ee/NoGreyAreas

Join, Carlos, Matt, Nev, and Armando for this week's programme. It's our first live show of 2022! Hope you all had a wonderful holiday period. Now, let's talk aviation! In this week's show the 737 Max receives 100 orders from a surprising airline, there's a shocking bird strike in South Africa and there's some exciting career opportunities on offer at Newcastle Airport. In the military we have a bit of a fighter roundup from the holidays; Israel orders some new (yet classic) aircraft for its Air Force; The US Air Force hints at an F-22 replacement; and a new museum opens up in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. Carlos and Armando share with us a trip they took in a PC-12 while Carlos went to visit. Don't forget you can get in touch with us all at : WhatsApp +44 757 22 491 66 Email podcast@planetalkinguk.com or comment in our chatroom on YouTube. Here are the links to the stories we featured this week : COMMERCIAL Allegiant Orders 737 MAX https://onemileatatime.com/news/allegiant-boeing-737-max/ TOP TEN SAFEST LOW-COST AIRLINES FOR 2022 https://www.airlineratings.com/news/top-ten-safest-low-cost-airlines-2022/ The 10 Worst Airlines in the World https://usebounce.com/blog/airline-index https://www.fodors.com/news/photos/the-10-worst-airlines-in-the-world South African Airlink Jestream encounters birdstrike https://www.avherald.com/h?article=4f2a35e6&opt=0 Palmer's airport volunteers helped to secure aircraft as wind tossed some https://www.adn.com/alaska-news/mat-su/2022/01/04/at-palmers-airport-volunteers-worked-to-secure-aircraft-in-a-sea-of-wind-wrecked-planes/ More than 500 jobs available at Newcastle International Airport careers fair https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-east-news/newcastle-airport-careers-fair-friday-22647975 To register : https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/newcastle-international-airport-careers-fair-tickets-227065056697?fbclid=IwAR2EJVibFlVE8nELnaCtsqJ172abFSgnssyHjdDGCd1WJV_fSdbRQqWO6oo JOHN F. KENNEDY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT LAUNCHES NEW WELLNESS CENTRE https://www.globalcosmeticsnews.com/john-f-kennedy-international-airport-launches-new-wellness-centre/ JumpSeat App Seeks To Supplement Notams https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/air-transport/2021-12-15/jumpseat-app-seeks-supplement-notams Qantas pilots making errors after long periods without flying https://www.smh.com.au/national/nsw/qantas-pilots-making-errors-after-long-periods-without-flying-20211228-p59kib.html?fbclid=IwAR3MnSRqN_78J-RVlNOGMl7dc7WDRMeLp8RMlG63c0KOzjRwDEvtGGm6hjU Virgin Atlantic expands status match offer to more loyalty programs https://thepointsguy.com/news/virgin-status-match-ba-elites/ MILITARY The Royal Netherlands Air Force Has Declared Its F-35A Operational https://theaviationist.com/2021/12/27/rnlaf-f-35-ioc/ South Korean F-35A Performs Belly Landing Due To ‘Avionic System Issues' https://theaviationist.com/2022/01/04/rokaf-f-35a-belly-landing/ RAF Lakenheath Has Become The First Base in Europe To Receive U.S. Air Force F-35s https://theaviationist.com/2021/12/16/first-495th-fs-f35s-landed/ UAE nixes deal with US to buy F-35 fighter planes https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/international/1865726-uae-nixes-deal-with-us-to-buy-f-35-fighter-planes Israel signs $3 billion deal to buy US military aircraft https://www.dw.com/en/israel-signs-3-billion-deal-to-buy-us-military-aircraft/a-60301536 US Air Force to advance stealthy successor for F-22 https://www.flightglobal.com/defence/us-air-force-to-advance-stealthy-successor-for-f-22/146892.article Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum Opens STEM Center https://warbirdsnews.com/aviation-museum-news/pearl-harbor-aviation-museum-opens-stem-center.html

Retired U.S. Air Force F-117 Stealth Fighter Pilot, Steve Ankerstar, was the pilot who dropped the first ordinance in the 2003 (Shock and Awe) air campaign in Iraq. This is the true, emotional and raw account of that night. The term Shock and Awe  (also known as rapid dominance) is a military tactic based on using a massive amount of force and overwhelming power. The 2003 bombing campaign in Iraq was one of the largest air campaigns in U.S. Military History. The David Johnson Podcast is the fastest-growing military show online. Not your typical military/veteran podcast, but a veteran podcast that focuses on bringing stories, perspectives, and fascinating new content to our community.Hit the SUBSCRIBE button and find out more about The David Johnson Show or check us out on YouTube HERE.

Today we meet with Marcy Mabry—a senior mission manager at SpaceFlight Inc, with extensive engineering and project management experience in the aerospace industry. In her current position she has overall technical, cost, and schedule responsibility for the Spaceflight customers. She works closely with spacecraft owners and operators, ensuring overall mission success, from mission assignment to post-launch, including onsite launch leadership. She guides her satellite customers to meet the technical and schedule requirements to successfully get launched. Prior to her current position, Marcy was the VP for Business Development at Kaney Aerospace, an Avionics manager with Boeing's Commercial Airplanes, and a Space Shuttle Systems Engineer who supported the post-Columbia's Return to flight efforts. Earlier in her career she was an Air Force F-15 electronics technician. Marcy has a Bachelor's degree in Avionics, a BS in electrical engineering from Southern Illinois University, and an MBA from Webster University. She is active in the community and a performing rock-n-roll guitarist and vocalist. Kevin and his CubeSat teams have worked with Ms. Mabry to bring their flight dreams to realization. As always stay tuned after the show. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/shawna-christenson2/support

In this episode of the Business Executives for National Security podcast, President and CEO General Joseph Votel (ret.) speaks with California member Raj Shah, the Executive Chairman and Co-Founder of Resilience, which provides insurance, risk-sharing, and tools to help mid-market companies manage cybersecurity threats and recovery. The conversation explores Shah's perspectives from the private and public sectors, his time at the helm of the Defense Innovation Unit Experimental (DIUx), and his experience as an Air Force F-16 pilot and reserve pilot.

We welcome Ginger Ravella to the show today! We are talking about:The hope we have in Christ in pain and sufferingHow God prepares us for our futureBreathing oxygen into our routineGinger Gilbert Ravella is a military wife and widow, mother of five, stepmother of two, writer, and international speaker.  At 36 years old, she faced the sudden tragic loss of her college-sweetheart husband in Operation Iraqi Freedom and the horrors that quickly followed.  Her late husband, Major Troy Gilbert, an Air Force F-16 pilot, gave his life while saving over twenty Special Operation soldiers, defining a true American war hero. Major Gilbert left behind five beautiful children, all under the age of 9 years old. Ginger's openly genuine testimony of wrestling with God in the midst of despair and depression resonates with those who question their faith and future in the face of tragedy.  Their private pain became front-page news time and time again over the amazing ten-year journey of bringing Troy home to U.S. soil.  Ginger works tirelessly to minister to widows through Never Alone Retreats as well as supporting and raising funds to help fallen and disabled veterans and their families. She is an international speaker and author devoted to her God, her family, and her country.  She is remarried to another widower and USAF fighter pilot, Colonel (Ret) Jim Ravella, who lost his wife to breast cancer.  Their profound inspirational memoir, titled “Hope Found”, is a collection of personal stories beautifully woven together with real-life struggles, vulnerable faith, and unshakable patriotism.  They document their stories of suffering, the lessons they learned, and the path to finding joy again. Their personal mission is to encourage anyone who seeks reconciliation and peace when life hurts the most and to continue to serve their nation by serving others. A portion of the proceeds of their book goes to helping fallen military families and breast cancer patients.  Ginger and Jim currently reside in Franklin, TN with their children.Connect with Ginger on Instagram here and theanchorofhope.comConnect with the She Lives Fearless community here. 

Mark Smith is an airline pilot, mixed martial arts referee, judge, and trainer, and corporate health and wellness advocate. Prior to his career in the private sector, Smith served his country as an Air Force F-16 fighter pilot, with tours at NASA, the White House, and the elite flying group the Thunderbirds. https://www.instagram.com/markdsmithmma

In this week's podcast, we bring you an amazing guest – Lt. Colonel Dan Rooney – an Air Force F-16 fighter pilot with 3 combat tours in Iraq under his belt, two Top Gun awards, and countless military decorations. Dan recounts his life dreams as a 12 year-old boy, which have now come to fruition – to be a fighter pilot and a PGA golf professional. He also founded “Folds of Honor”, whose mission is to provide educational scholarships to the spouses and children of wounded or killed military service members. Folds of Honor has provided 30,000 life changing scholarships totaling over $140 million dollars. Dan, a man of great faith, speaks of the importance of God in his life and the daily motivation it brings.   In this episode you will hear: I had an unlikely dream for a 12 year old kid, but ultimately God would put those two together for a much higher purpose. I felt the hand of god on my shoulder. He picks the least of us to do something significant. Just grow up and do what you love. Don't be a prisoner of common assumption. The most successful people in the world, are the people that are the best in handling life when things aren't going their way. We are defined on a daily basis when it doesn't go our way. When you meet the families that you help and you see the impact that you have – that's what keeps you leaning into the wind. Engineer a code of resilience in your life. Use your talents to make a difference – to be fulfilled. As a pilot, we need resistance to ascend – Our lives aren't any different. Be the best version of yourself regardless of the chaos around you. If we have one skill, it's being able to take in copious amounts of information at high speed, and prioritizing what matters. If you want more blessings, you've got to bring God with you every day. Every interaction I have - I will bring my faith to it. My 3 “never quit” motivations: I've never quit praying; I've never quit showing up at the gym and; I've never quit on my marriage.

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As one of only a handful of women who have earned the Distinguished Flying Cross, Melissa “SHOCK” May, a career Air Force F-16 pilot, was also in the first wave of women to fly fighter aircraft straight from Undergraduate Pilot Training.  Her Air Force career got its start because her outstanding abilities as a competitive swimmer. Melissa was recruited to swim on the US Air Force Academy (USAFA) Intercollegiate team, which ultimately culminated in her induction into the USAFA Athletic Hall of Fame. Until her junior year at USAFA, the Combat Exclusion Law was in effect and women were not allowed to fly Air Force fighter aircraft, so the plan of becoming a fighter pilot was not even on the table.   Upon graduation, she went on to pilot training in Del Rio, TX and she learned then that a fighter was a possibility, but she would have to finish high enough among her peers to earn one. Melissa graduated first in her class and earned the Distinguished Graduate Award, the Flying Training award and the Air Education and Training Commander’s Award. After pilot training she went on to fly the F-16 and her assignments included bases in Korea, Japan, Italy, and two assignments as an Instructor Pilot at the F-16 schoolhouse in Arizona. She also returned to the US Air Force Academy as a Commander of a Cadet Squadron.   Melissa earned her combat time in Iraq in Operations Southern Watch and Iraqi Freedom, and in Libya in Operations Unified Protector and Odyssey Dawn. Her Distinguished Flying Cross was awarded during a night mission over Baghdad where her flight of 4 was under heavy fire from anti-aircraft artillery and guided missiles. The weather was extremely poor and her flight was tasked to bomb missile sites that were actively targeting them. At her side that night was one of the youngest wingman in the squadron.  SHOCK was also a founding member of the Chick Fighter Pilot Association, a group she and a few fellow F-16 pilots started when they realized the importance of female friendship and mentorship in a male-dominated career.  SHOCK served in the Air Force for 20 years and upon retirement, she joined a major airline where she now flies Boeing 737’s based out of Denver. Her husband of 21 years, also a retired Air Force F-16 pilot, flies at a major airline as well.  They have two children and they are striving for a balance of work and maximum family time. If she’s not flying the friendly skies and bouncing around a new city or country, you can find her on the golf course, a hiking trail, mountain biking, or snowboarding in the winter. 

Tom Burden: "People often avoid adopting new solutions for fear of it leading to future hazards without understanding the hazards presented by the status quo." Tom is a former Air Force F-16 maintainer who went on to found the company Grypmat and pitch on the show Shark Tank. He's dedicated to developing innovative products that incorporate complexity and simplicity to increase efficiency and user friendliness. During this episode, Tom joins our hosts Kinsley "TRIGGER" Jordan and Daniel Hulter to discuss sharing ideas, remaining persistent and the importance of customer discovery. If you enjoy the show, we'd love for you to review The DisruptiveAF Podcasts on Apple Podcasts! This helps us reach new people who would love to hear from our guests every week. Plus, we love to hear your thoughts on the show. For more about the podcast, visit https://www.afwerx.af.mil/podcast.html Follow AFWERX: Twitter: twitter.com/afwerx Instagram: instagram.com/afwerx Facebook: facebook.com/afwerx

The what, why, and how SpaceX leads the way to space. Air Force F-105 pilot talks about Viet Nam, East Berlin, and the space future of mankind. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jay-rollins/support

Straight Outta Crumpton focuses on the ways that building relationships is valuable both in business and in life. The guest on this episode is a perfect example of this.Lt. Col. Waldo Waldman, Air Force Academy graduate, combat decorated Air Force F-16 fighter pilot turned sales guru, performance consultant, executive coach and motivational keynote speaker, joined Greg Crumpton to discuss what it means to be a “Wingman” and how it can benefit yourself and those around you.“The more I grow in life…you start realizing who those people are that you can build those ‘Wingman' relationships with. The way that you gauge that in business or life is somebody that you feel comfortable with going to for help,” said Waldman.For more leadership and relationship insights from Lt. Col. Waldo Waldman, head to his website where he is offering a free download of his audiobook ‘Never Fly Solo' to listeners of this podcast.

Ep #42 - My guest this week is Tom Burden, a former Air Force F-16 weapons mechanic, that went on to create and sell Grypmat, a flexible, non-slip rubber mat he invented to hold tools. Tom raised $700,000 to build his business through Kickstarter and Shark Tank, where one of his backers included Sir Richard Branson. The Grypmat product has gone on to grace the cover of Time Magazine and led Tom to be featured in the Forbes 30 Under 30. The business has grown to doing $4 million in revenue in 2019, more than double what it brought in during 2018. Tom is now planning an expansion into retail, with a lower-priced, smaller-version of the Grypmat for home mechanics.    LEARN MORE ABOUT TOM BURDEN AND GRYPMAT: Visit the Grypmat website at: https://www.grypmat.com/ Read Tom Burden's Profile in 'Forbes' at: https://www.forbes.com/profile/tom-burden/#4f33388d286a Send Tom an email at tom@grypmat.com Follow Tom Burden on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/toburden/ Follow Tom Burden on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tom26burden/ Follow Tom Burden on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/tom26burden   Also, please remember to subscribe, rate, and leave a written review for the show if you find value in it. Your reviews help this show to reach a wider audience and I appreciate everyone that has been leaving them.   FOLLOW CHARLES GAUDET ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Follow Charles Gaudet on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/charlesgaudet Follow Charles Gaudet on Facebook: https://facebook.com/charlesgaudet Follow Charles Gaudet on Twitter: https://twitter.com/charlesgaudet   VISIT THE PREDICTABLE PROFITS WEBSITE: https://PredictableProfits.com  

Christina “Thumper” Hopper grew up in an Air Force family where both of her parents enlisted and served.  Her parents’ interracial marriage encountered harsh discrimination and Thumper experienced the demoralizing effects of racism on her first day of kindergarten. The shame and rejection she felt from this left a mark on her life that forever changed her.  She could have become bitter, depressed, and victimized, but instead through the wisdom, support and love of her parents, she developed a deep faith in God and the power of love, joy and purpose to overcome great obstacles.   When the opportunity to fly combat fighter aircraft opened for women, Thumper was in college.  She had never considered an aviation career and didn’t think it was an option for her, but her ROTC Commander encouraged her to apply for a pilot slot.  After having a vivid dream about flying, Thumper took a step of faith and applied to pilot training where she earned an assignment to the F-16 Fighting Falcon and blazed a historic trail for women in aviation. She was among the first generation of women in fighters, one of only two black female fighter pilots in the Air Force, the first black female fighter pilot in a major war and the first black female fighter instructor pilot.  She served in combat during Operation Iraqi Freedom and earned 4 Air Medals. Her story appeared in multiple media venues including the Harry Connick Jr. Show, 700 Club, and Good Housekeeping, Glamour, and Ebony magazines. She was also featured in Family Circle magazine as one of the Top 20 Most Influential Moms of 2018.   Sport also played a huge role in shaping Thumper’s life.  At a young age, she took up competitive swimming and developed a strong sense of self worth, drive and discipline through competition.  Her success in swimming enabled her to compete at the collegiate level and set the stage for her ongoing competitive endeavors. After having three children, Thumper took up long distance running and triathlon at age 34.  She completed the Boston marathon twice, conquered IRONMAN Kona and the half-IRONMAN World Championships, and she currently competes as part of the Air Force triathlon team.  Through sport, Thumper learned to do hard things, overcome adversity, and make “impossible” things possible.  Today, Thumper continues to inspire the next generation of fighter pilots as a Reserve T-38 Instructor Pilot.  She also flies for a major airline and raises three beautiful children with her husband Aaron, a retired Air Force F-16 pilot and airline pilot.  Doing hard things pervades every aspect of the Hoppers lives including their efforts to balance work, life, sport and giving back to the community.   She also volunteers for Sisters of the Skies.

IN THE NEWS: Chris plots the demise of a mouse; We have a Space Force and Space Command--now what?; The Air Force F-35 can't shoot straight; The Army flips desert survival by sucking water out of the air; Air Force F-15's are shedding their stealth; A $1,000 coffee cup?; The Navy's Blue Angels invest in a used Fat Albert. Show notes at https://thedigressionpodcast.com/15 Leave a comment or question: https://thedigressionpodcast.com/soundoff

Tucker ‘Cinco’ Hamilton is an Experimental Fighter Test Pilot for the United States Air Force and is the previous Commander of the U.S. Air Force F-35 Integrated Test Force. Tucker Hamilton started his Air Force career as an operational F-15C pilot where he supported multiple Red Flag Exercises and real-world Operation Noble Eagle missions where he protected the President of the United States, at times escorting Air Force One. He served as an Air Liaison Officer in Germany where he was the director of operations for a key command and control squadron. While serving in Germany, he was hand-selected to be the initial cadre for the first MC-12 squadron in Afghanistan as a part of the Air Force's first tactical Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance aircraft. After Afghanistan, he attended Test Pilot School where he flew over 30 different aircraft. After Test Pilot School graduation, he became an F-15C and F-15E Instructor Experimental Test Pilot, leading 11 test programs, supporting the newest software and weapons for the 450-plus F-15 fleet. He then served as the Developmental Test & Evaluation Lead for the Joint Strike Fighter, F-35, overseeing the entire Developmental Test & Evaluation effort for the U.S. Air Force, Navy, and Marines. He then transitioned to Edwards Air Force Base, California, where he began to fly all three variants of the F-35 as the Developmental Test Director of Operations. I’ve personally had the pleasure of knowing Cinco in our work together with the US team at Gravity Industries, and while it’s no secret how incredible Tucker’s career has been, I actually didn’t know most of that until putting together this podcast! The most inspiring thing about Cinco is his incredible humility and servant leadership mindset, always putting the needs of others before himself. While I’m biased from knowing Cinco well, I can easily say this is one of our best stories yet.        

In our first episode of 2020 we meet Lee "TR" Turner (A53828) from Valdosta, Georgia. Phoenix, Arizona. Lee is a retired Air Force F-15 crew chief and air traffic controller and is now a retired small business owner. He is a Master in Custom Duty Pistol (CDP), Compact Carry Pistol (CCP), and Backup Gun (BUG). He joined IDPA in 2012 and founded he Little River Sportsman’s Association IDPA Club in 2013. This Episode is brought to you by: Use these Links to Support Unload and Show Clear Our goal is to visit matches around the country to meet more amazing people and share their stories. Your support can help us meet that goal. Become a Patron of the Show Listen on RadioPublic Buy Unload and Show Clear Stickers Buy Unload and Show Clear T-Shirts Shop at Amazon. Shop at GunMagWarehouse. Get in Touch Visit our Contact page and leave us a message! Please tell your friends about us, leave an iTunes review, and like us on Facebook Join our Facebook group for fans of Unload and Show Clear Follow us on Twitter @UnloadC And search for us on Instagram Check Out More at Our Website Subscribe and Listen Apple Podcasts / iTunes RadioPublic TuneIn Stitcher Spotify CastBox.fm Overcast

As we honor our veterans this week and their great sacrifice for our country, we are thrilled to have Ginger Gilbert Ravella join us on Pardon the Mess. Ginger is a mother of five, stepmother of two, military wife, writer, and speaker. At thirty-six years old, she faced the sudden, tragic loss of her college-sweetheart husband and Air Force F-16 pilot in Operation Iraqi Freedom. Her husband, Major Troy Gilbert, gave his life while saving over twenty Special Operation soldiers. As Ginger so beautifully puts it, “He was a hero every day, but that day he became an American hero.” Major Gilbert left behind five beautiful children under the age of nine and a wife who spent the following days wrestling with God in the midst of deep despair and depression. Ginger learned that Iraqi insurgents had taken her husband’s body, thereby repeatedly making their story a CNN headline as multiple attempts were made to recover his body. Her testimony is so powerful, reminding us that God is enough even in the darkest places and how he prepared her well in advance for the hard days that were to come. Ginger is now remarried to another Air Force pilot, Colonel Jim Ravella (Ret), who lost his wife to breast cancer. Ginger shares advice on blended families, grief, ministering to widows, and wrestling with God in the hard places of life. Ginger and Jim Ravella continue to tirelessly support and raise funds to help fallen and disabled veterans and their families. Their inspirational memoir, Hope Found, weaves together their real-life struggles, vulnerable faith, and unshakable patriotism. Links: Hope Found Connect with Ginger Get your Advent devotional now!

What is the difference between a single-ship demo team and a multi-plane demonstration squadron, like the U.S. Navy’s Blue Angels ( https://www.blueangels.navy.mil/ ) ? How does one get selected to perform with a demonstration team at airshows? Is it a tryout, leadership selection process, etc. and how long is a rotation? On this episode, the U.S. Air Force F-16 Viper Demo Team ( https://www.acc.af.mil/Home/Aerial-Events/F16-Viper/ ) joins us to answer these vexing listener questions. Demo pilot Major Garrett “Toro” Schmitz and crew chief Staff Sergeant Austin Dixon explain what the team is, what they do, how they differ from the Thunderbirds, and more. Be sure to follow the team on Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/viperdemoteam/?hl=en ) (@viperdemoteam) and Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/ViperDemoTeam/ ) to learn more and catch their next performance. Episode 45 hero Mike “T-DAY” Torrealday returns to guest co-host this episode, adding valuable insight to the discussion and answering other listener questions such as sneezing in flight, canopy considerations in inclement weather, preflight rituals, whether an American F-14 pilot could fly an Iranian Tomcat, and more. Bumper music by Jaime Lopez / announcements by Clint Bell ( https://www.clintbellproductions.com/ ). This episode was produced by our friends at The MuscleCar Place Podcast Network ( http://www.themusclecarplace.com/ ). Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

In this episode of SOFREP Radio, journalist and Marine Veteran Alex Hollings sits down with U.S. Air Force F-35 pilot instructor, Major Justin “Hasard” Lee. Lee has nearly 400 hours of combat flight time at the stick of an F-16. Now he spends his days teaching the next generation of pilots how to fly the world’s most advanced fighter, along with hosting the popular podcast, “The Professionals Playbook.” Hollings and Lee discuss what sets the F-35 apart from other military aircraft, and how the presence of the advanced fighter can even make older jets better in a fight. Then Hollings gets to the really important stuff... like what a real fighter pilot thinks of the movie “Iron Eagle.” If you haven't already noticed, the new SOFREP website has been launched! All of our content – including an additional article catalog of more than 12,000 gear reviews, SOF history pieces, and military aviation articles – have been consolidated into one completely redesigned site and mobile app, to include featured categories such as News, Gear, Media (video & podcasts), Team Room & member forums, Store, and the #1 Gear Club in America – Crate Club. As always, be sure to check out Crate Club for Spec Ops grade gear hand picked by professionals. See you all again next week! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Today's story: For the first time, U.S. Air Force F-35-As integrated operationally with Italian Air Force F-35-A's, making use of one of its main technological design features of interoperability.

Matt Hall has been described as the ‘best pilot on the planet'. Could you make precision decisions while travelling at 450 km/h and pulling 12G. Matt does .... routinely.  Matt is an ex Air Force F-18 Hornet Pilot and Fighter Combat Instructor and is now a Red Bull Air Racer.  He is an elite athlete, business owner and father.  In this episode, Ben and Tim discuss Matt's flying history, including in the F-18 Hornet and also with the US Air Force on combat operations in an F-15 Eagle. We discuss why Matt left behind his Air Force Fighter Combat Instructor career and how & why he got into being a Red Bull Air Race pilot. The Red Bull Air Race is the Formula 1 of flying. It features the world's best pilots in the world's fastest motorsport competition that combines speed, precision and skill. Using the fastest, most agile, lightweight race planes, the pilots hit speeds of over 400km/h while enduring forces of up to 12G as they navigate a low level slalom track marked by 25-metre-high, air-filled pylons. And what about teamwork in the individual sport of Red Bull air racing? Matt discusses that too. Hang on to your seats…. This episode will take you over the edge of what is known about human performance. Amazing!   Intelligence Summary (INTSUM) 2:20- Ben's Audio Association Game for Matt 4:20- Matt's early flying days 6:10- Matt's total hours…. And why that doesn't matter! (take note: Malcolm Gladwell) 9:20- Into Air Force…. Habit Patterns and Flying Training 10:55- Matt's Air Force Resume….. Is he just a natural? 12:20- About the Air Force's Fighter Course 15:00- Matt on thinking faster than the jet is moving 17:10- Matt on transitioning out of being an Air Force Fighter Pilot 19:20- What is Red Bull Air Racing? 20:20- About the Red Bull Aircraft 22:10- Comparing Formula 1 Cars, F18 Hornets and Red Bull Aircraft 22:51- How important is teamwork? 25:00- Flying, risk and danger 26:40- Matt on having a wing strike during a race. And here's the footage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xkwKqD9ylLo 28:30- Matt's parachuting career 29:20- How Matt deals with failure 33:00- On routine. 37:40- The toll on the body as an elite pilot (athlete) 39:10- What's needed to get to the top of the Red Bull Air race podium 40:15- Matt on ‘Luck' 41:20- What keeps Matt grounded? 43:00- What makes Matt go always a little further?

Since first flight of the original F-35 test aircraft more than 12 years ago, the U.S. military has given the public only one glimpse of the aircraft’s hotly contested dogfighting chops — and that was nearly two years ago at the Paris Air Show. That’s changing this year. Defense Editor Steve Trimble talks with U.S. Air Force F-35 Demo Pilot Capt. Andrew “Dojo” Olson about the new display’s public debut on March 30 in Melbourne, Florida.

Sean Romero a US Air Force vet, single father of four, coach, mentor and motivational speaker who is on a mission to create a Faithfully Led tribe. Sean Romero: 17 year veteran of the United States Air Force 14 years as an F-16 Crew Chief 3 years as a Flight Engineer on the KC-10A Refueling… Read more

Today's story: U.S. Air Force F-16s, aircrew, maintenance and support personnel deployed from Kunsan Air Base, Korea to Basa Air Base, Philippines last week to train with the Philippine Air Force during bilateral air contingent exchange Phillipines or BACE-P.

Grypmat is a Veteran-founded company founded by former Air Force F-16 Mechanic, Tom Burden. Grypmat premiered on Season 9 of SharkTank when Burden landed a combo deal with Mark Cuban, Lori Grenier, and Richard Branson. Grypmat has since been named as a TIME 50 Best Inventions of 2018 and has received other awards such as the Edison award and a Core77 Design award. https://www.grypmat.com/ https://www.fsifulfillment.com https://www.tiffanykrumins.com/  

On this look around the Air Force the F-35 program completes the most comprehensive flight test program in aviation history, Vandenberg AFB unveils a solar array project, and cadets learn about their Pathway to Blue. Hosted by SSgt Braden Anderson.

From The Anchor of Hope website: Col Ravella is a 1983 graduate of Texas A&M and served over 26 years in the USAF as an F-15E pilot with over 3700 hours and command at the Squadron and Group levels.  Jim is a father of seven children, a writer and a speaker.  Jim married Andrea Fuller in 1983; they had two wonderful sons, Nic and Anthony. They lost Andrea in 2007 after a four-year battle with breast cancer. During their fight with cancer, Jim documented their journey in a blog, Journey to Healing, that touched many lives around the world. Jim and Andrea spoke to cancer groups and churches, offering hope to those facing life's challenges.  Their faith, grace and courage was an inspiration to all who knew them and, through Jim's writing, continues to change the lives of those who read their story. Jim has appeared in numerous print venues and radio interviews. Ginger Gilbert Ravella is a military wife and widow, mother of five, stepmother of two, writer and international speaker.  At 36 years old, she faced the sudden tragic loss of her college-sweetheart husband in Operation Iraqi Freedom and the horrors that quickly followed. Her late husband, Major Troy Gilbert, an Air Force F-16 pilot, gave his life while saving over twenty Special Operation soldiers, defining a true American war hero.   His remains were tragically stolen by the enemy but led to a captivating story of recovery unprecedented in U.S. military history. He left behind five beautiful children, all under the age of 9 years. Ginger’s openly genuine testimony of wrestling with God in the midst of despair and depression resonates with those who question their faith in the face of tragedy.  Her private pain became front-page news time and time again over an amazing ten-year journey.  Ginger has shared her heart-wrenching story of loss, perseverance and hope in venues such as “The O’Reilly Factor”, “Fox and Friends News”, TIME Magazine, “CNN’s The Lead with Jake Tapper”, The Golf Channel, USA Today, Air Force Times, Gary Sinise documentary “Lt. Dan Band - For the Common Good”, Stars and Stripes, NRA TV documentary with Lee Brice “This is My Cause”, CMT News, PGA Magazine and numerous national radio interviews. Ginger is the Director of the Speakers Bureau for Folds of Honor, a non-profit charity whose mission is to raise educational funds for fallen and wounded soldiers’ families.  She is an international speaker and author devoted to her God, her family and her country.  

Air Force F-35's make their mark in the Pacific as they travel to Okinawa and cold weather test in Alaska.

My guest for Happy Hour #119 is Ginger Gilbert Ravella. Ginger is a military wife, mother of five, stepmother of two, widow, writer and national speaker.  At 36 years old, she faced the sudden tragic loss of her husband in Operation Iraqi Freedom and the horrors that followed. He left behind five beautiful children, all under the age of 9 years old.  Her late husband, Major Troy Gilbert, an Air Force F-16 pilot, gave his life while saving twenty Special Operation soldiers, defining a true American war hero. Ginger now shares her heart-wrenching story of loss and hope and is the Director of the Speakers Bureau for The Folds of Honor, a non-profit charity who raises educational funds for fallen and wounded soldiers’ families.  She travels internationally and speaks on behalf of the foundation.  She is remarried to another widower, Colonel Jim Ravella, who lost his wife to breast cancer.  Together, they share their testimonies at churches and have recently written an upcoming book, “Hope Found”, to encourage anyone who seeks peace in life’s times of suffering. Ginger and Jim currently live in San Antonio with their children. In our conversation, Ginger shares about learning the devastating news that her husband had been killed and his body taken. She tells about the days and months following his death and the depression that gripped her, but how God rescued her and taught her to not waste her story. In an unexpected twist, Ginger tells about meeting her now husband, their short dating relationship and quick marriage and how they've learned to mesh two different families with similar stories of grief and loss. Grab your tissues because this episode had me in tears. Ginger's honest testimony of wrestling with God in her despair and depression resonated with me so much. If you have faced tragedy or extreme suffering, I think you'll feel like you have a friend in Ginger, and feel encouraged by her vulnerable transparency. {You can listen to the showHERE. And of course, I would love if you would share with your friends. Just use the FB & Twitter links at the end of this post!} Links from the Show Folds of Honor Jim and Ginger's Blog: Our Journey to Healing Present Over Perfect by Shauna Niequist + American Wife by Taya Kyle What Ginger is loving: This Is Us, The Mom Agenda, and Brett Young's EP Music from Austin Stone Worship Connect with Ginger Facebook // Twitter // Instagram Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram Sponsors: Out of the Spin Cycle Out of the Spin Cycle: Devotions to Lighten Your Mother Load by Jen Hatmaker helps moms step out of the ‘spin cycle’ of everyday life to sit down with Jesus every day. Following Jesus shouldn’t be just one more thing on our to-do list. Jen helps us understand, through 40 devotions, that creating space and time for focusing on our relationship with God is as important as making sure our kids eat breakfast or we get them to school on time. You can find this book online at amazon.com or BarnesandNoble.com. Lily Jade Lily Jade makes incredible bags at incredible prices. Normally, full grain leather premium totes would retail for hundreds more, but thanks to their unique e-commerce model, they able to get their gorgeous pieces into even more women’s hands. Every bag comes with a removable, washable 14-pocket organizer to protect your investment, and to organize your gear. Not only that, the heart of Lily Jade is to give back, supporting all women, and especially moms. Make sure to check out Lily Jade here.

In this episode of the Cameron-Brooks Podcast, Rudy Chavez, former AF F-15 Pilot and now a Sales Representative with BIOTRONIK, the fastest growing Cardiac Rhythm Management company in the US, tells his story of success. In the episode, Rudy and I talk about: Self-motivation Building trusting relationships How he focuses on self-development The best advice he received, "Give 'em he(ck)." The podcast starts out a little slow, due to my interviewing skills, but improves as it progresses and is full of great advice.  Stick with it.

In this episode of the Cameron-Brooks Podcast, Rudy Chavez, former AF F-15 Pilot and now a Sales Representative with BIOTRONIK, the fastest growing Cardiac Rhythm Management company in the US, tells his story of success. In the episode, Rudy and I talk about: Self-motivation Building trusting relationships How he focuses on self-development The best advice he received, "Give 'em he(ck)." The podcast starts out a little slow, due to my interviewing skills, but improves as it progresses and is full of great advice.  Stick with it.

Merrill McPeak followed his initial Air Force F-104 and F-100 flying assignments as a member of the Air Force Thunderbirds aerial demonstration team, performing in 200 airshows. He then went to Vietnam, and became the commander of the famed Misty FAC (Forward Air Controller) squadron. After Vietnam, he went to Armed Forces Staff College, then to the Pentagon, and had a host of other assignments that eventually led to his becoming the Chief of Staff of the Air Force. In this podcast, General McPeak recounts a fascinating story of his Air Force career, which started with his notaccepting a Regular commission, since he had no intention of making the Air Force a career! He also describes his crash during an airshow, when the wings separated from his F-100 as he was pulling up for the “bomb-burst” show finale, at just under the speed of sound. In this interview General McPeak also talks about his return to Southeast Asia with his sons, to see the Ho Chi Minh trail from the ground.

Lane Beene just purchased a 22 unit property in Fort Worth, Texas. He is rehabbing a "C-" property into a "B+" property. Listen to how this full time AIR FORCE F-16 pilot got into the multifamily business. Can you do what Lane is doing?

Erin Cox is a self-help author, life coach, and mother of three who advises mothers on how to live more balanced, joyful, and healthy lives. Erin's new book, One Hot Mama: The Guide to Getting your Mind and Body Back After Baby will be published by Hay House, Inc. in the fall of 2012. Erin has also worked in water resources science and engineering. Erin has become an expert in leading a balanced, healthy, fulfilled life as a mother through her personal experiences since delivering her first child nearly six years ago. Married to an Air Force F-15 pilot, Erin has moved four times since her wedding ten years ago, and as a result she has bonded with and learned from mothers from all over the world. Erin believes wholeheartedly that motherhood is one of the most beautiful blessings that life has to offer, but it also presents a multitude of additional challenges for self-care and personal development. Erin's mission is to love, nurture, and support moms so they can love themselves, live their best lives, and better care for their families. https://www.erincox.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ErinCoxAuthor http://www.facebook.com/erinelizabethcox