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Hosts of The Aged Out Podcast, Michael Fantini and Evan Worrell, discuss their finals predictions for the DCI 2025 competitive season.

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Marc Whitlock, veteran band director, adjudicator and DCI program coordinator joins Kyle to discuss ways to ensure your marching band show has an emotional impact on the audience, the performers, and you!How To Craft Emotional Impact For Your Marching Band Show Blog PostTo gain access to all show notes and audio files please Subscribe to the podcast and consider supporting the show on Patreon - using the button at the top of thegrowingbanddirector.comOur mission is to share practical  advice and explore topics that will help every band director, no matter your experience level, as well as music education students who are working to join us in the coming years.Connect with us with comments or ideasFollow the show:Podcast website : Thegrowingbanddirector.comOn Youtube The Growing Band Director Facebook-The Growing Band Director Podcast GroupInstagram @thegrowingbanddirectorTik Tok @thegrowingbanddirectorIf you like what you hear please:Leave a Five Star Review and Share us with another band director!

DrumCorpsAF 42 - Drum Corps as Sports Teams: The Ultimate Battle of (Dim) Wits - Fossil Chops, Jeff Ream, and Nikki Brose are joined by Jolly Green of Drunk Corps Int. and our special guests Jordan and Beth from the Sickos Committee podcast to talk about 2025 so far, drum corps as sports teams, and a whole tangent of random other subjects.We want to hear YOUR voices - call our submission line at 913-390-3190 and leave your best 2-3 minute take. You can use your real name or a pseudonym, and don't forget to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.Drum Corps AF is an irreverent podcast about drum corps and the marching arts. We love the activity, but we also get sick of all the saccharine BS that passes for commentary. Call it snark or call it shade, it's what we do. But at the end of the day, we still love drum corps.To join in the Drum Corps AF community, check us out at Facebook: https://facebook.com/groups/drumcorpsaf/Instagram: https://instagram.com/drumcorpsafpodcastBlueSky: @drumcorpsafpodcast.bsky.socialShow Notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_Zh98AgjoRpLJDdP2np6Yg02SatZZQ53-ffe9hZ_m00/edit?usp=sharing Credits:Hosts: Brandon “Fossil Chops” Worf, Jeff Ream, Nikki BroseGuests: Jolly Green, Jordan, BethProducer: Fossil ChopsSugar Daddy: Jeff ReamDrum Corps AF is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Spreaker, and wherever else you get your podcasts.

Julie Davila is a name you'll find etched in the halls of WGI and PAS, but her story is far more than accolades. In this episode, Julie shares how her career was built on relationships, initiative, and the quiet power of follow-through. Whether you're a music educator or performer, Julie's journey reminds us that steady growth and meaningful timing win the race.Guest Bio:Julie Davila is a celebrated percussionist, educator, and leader in the marching arts. She's President of the Percussive Arts Society, a WGI Hall of Fame inductee, and a longtime judge for DCI. Julie is an adjunct professor at MTSU, author of multiple percussion method books, and a clinician who has performed around the world.

Subscribe to one of the paid tiers on the PPM Patreon to access "AmerIsraeli Yarvin of Lead" in its entirety: patreon.com/ParaPowerMappingPicking our AmerIsraeli Years of Lead & PayPal Mafia Occupied Gov't investigation back up, we begin by synopsizing some of the basics of Curtis Yarvin's Neoreactionary (NRx) politics. We then move into an incomplete parapower mapping of his influence on the current Trump administration and their PayPal Mafia benefactors, illustrating how Elon's DOGE is the direct successor of Yarvin's RAGE concept. We detail how his Thiel backed distributed message board software Urbit is basically a repackaging of Usenet. We then shift gears into into the ironic psychodrama of Yarvin's advocacy for a government bureaucracy-purging coup by virtue of his father Herbert's multi-decade "Foreign Service" career. This brings us to one of the primary fulcrums of this investigation, the reasonable-but-thus-far unverifiable suspicion that Herbert Yarvin may have actually been a CIA officer/agent or analyst under diplomatic cover, and the reality that, either way, Curtis Yarvin is a kind of spooky deep state nepo-baby, context that should reorient perspectives when it comes to his pseud career as a theorist of “Cathedral” disruption.We then gloss some evidence supporting Herbert-Yarvin-as-Company-man by way of his Brown University Philosophy program peer Arnold Cusmariu, who worked as an philosophical analyst for the agency for more than 3 decades, much of which overlapped with Yarvin's Foreign Service career. We layout how a PoliSci faculty member named Lyman Kirkpatrick, who happened to be former top brass at the CIA and a onetime DCI hopeful, attempted to recruit Arnold Cusmariu in the ‘70s, showing that there is a high probability that Curtis Yarvin's Dad and Arnold knew each other by way of their shared thesis faculty advisor Ernest Sosa, increasing the chances they may have been part of the same Company cohort (we also hint at the void of evidence supporting Curtis' Mom's purported State career, which could be suspicious in its own right).We then discuss how both Curtis and his brother Norman were “gifted & talented” students and the recipients of scholarships from the State Department and that Curtis even partook in this groundbreaking longitudinal Study of Mathematically Precocious Youth at Johns Hopkins as a preteen, which was administered by the Godfather of the nationwide gifted ed programs of the late ‘80s, ‘90s, and early ‘00s... Which is intriguing considering some of Yarvin's fellow alumni Precocious Math study alumni are Epstein affiliate Sergey Brin (2 months younger than Curtis) and Mark Zuckerberg. We also examine his child prodigy escapades through the prism of online rumors that GATE was basically a covert CIA mind control talent search. We draw some loose deep politics comparisons to figures like Michael Riconosciuto, Ted Kaczynski, Jack Sarfatti, and the strategy of tension theorists. View the full episode liner notes on the Patreon.Tracks and Clips:| Spirit Hz - "Scanner" https://spirithz.bandcamp.com/album/there-is-only-one-thing | | Curtis Yarvin spewing anticommunist bullshit on "Based Camp" hosted by the weird, uber-breeder, coke bottle lenses eugenics couple | | J.D. Vance inspired by Yarvin and "Claimed We Should Eliminate Administrative State" | | Curtis Yarvin with Michael Anton - "American Caesar" | | News clip - "More than 1,300 State Dept. employees fired Friday in latest purge under Trump | | Matt Akers - "Soldier of Fortune" https://matthewakers.bandcamp.com/album/whitest-hunters-blackest-hearts|

Hosts of The Aged Out Podcast, Michael Fantini and Evan Worrell, discuss their thoughts and opinions on DCI 2025 at the midpoint of the season (right after DCI San Antonio on July 20th 2025).

At Central High School Wednesday 7/23! Tickets on sale now at DCI.org! Special guests Brandon Julian, Eli Head and Alex Joyce are here with all the details about this world class music event!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Washington State University Professor of Percussion, Assistant Professor of Music, Marching Band Drumline Director, and recording artist Christopher Wilson stops by to talk about his recently released album of David Maslanka's marimba solos called A Solemn Music (03:10), his job at WSU and recruiting in that part of the state (25:25), growing up in Iowa, Iowa-specific music experiences, and his time doing DCI (44:30), attending Eastern Washington University for undergrad, as well as a discussion of his related experiences on the track team in high school (53:35), studying with Nancy Zeltsman at Berklee College of Music (MA), living and working in Boston, and working in Iowa and Wisconsin (01:03:15), his years studying for the doctorate at the University of Northern Colorado (01:17:45), and finishes with the Random Ass Questions, including segments on specializing too early, working in music retail, great and bad movies, great books, Chicago sports, and inspiring artists (01:31:00).Finishing with a Rave about Pete's experiences touring with the Long Island Youth Orchestra (LIYO) in early July (01:57:25).Christopher Wilson links:Christopher Wilson's homepageChristopher Wilson's WSU pageSolemn Music - Christopher's album of David Maslanka's marimba musicPrevious Podcast Guests mentioned:Andrew Eldridge in 2022William Moersch in 2019Casey Cangelosi in 2017Eriko Daimo in 2025Fernando Meza in 2020Other Links:Jon MelcherWoodcuts - Nancy ZeltsmanBach on Marimba - Leigh Howard StevensWaking Dreams - Michael BurrittJacqueline WilsonA.J. MillerShane MizickoDave JarvisDarryl SingletonJennifer BellorSpectrum EnsembleBrett EE PaschalSeattle Cascades“Two Movements for Marimba” - Toshimitsu Tanaka“Etude for a Quiet Hall” - Christopher DeaneConcerto for Marimba and Strings - Ney RosauroEtude in E Minor - Pius Cheung“A Little Prayer” - Evelyn GlennieBenjamin ZanderWest MusicPercussion SourceDouglas WalterJim WhiteJay ContrinoMatt ColemanEternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind trailerMy Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 trailerThe Big Leap - Gay HendricksThe Talent Code - Daniel CoyleThe Lord of the Rings - J.R.R. TolkienJersey Shore: Season 1 highlightsReal Housewives - Most Dramatic VacationsVanderpump Rules - Most Dramatic MomentsChicago Cubs 2016 ChampionshipIowa Hawkeye Football 2016-2019St. Louis Tionól“Rock Box” - Run-DMCWhitney Museum of American ArtLaura Ortmank I t e artistRaves:Long Island Youth Orchestra

Ricardo Robinson-Shinall (@ricardorrobinson) • Stephen McCarrick (@stephenmccarrick)Co-host: Trish O'Shea (@trishdish1002)Guest Hosts: Michelle Adcock (@michelleainpa) of the Hawthorne Caballeros (https://hawthornecaballeros.org) • Nick Coppock (@cantstopcop) of the Bushwackers (https://www.bushwackers.org)Episode Summary:We kick off the inaugural DCI All-Age season with your full panel: news headlines, a 60-Second Tech Block on video-feedback drills, a Water We Doing? rant on online negativity, and Gush & Go highlights.Segments: 32-Count Life Stories – Origins and paths of Michelle, Nick & Ricardo News Roundup –FAMU's first female head drum major → https://www.si.com/college/hbcu/bands/florida-a-m-marching-100-makes-herstory-naming-first-female-head-drum-majorBeyoncé's $100K to Texas Southern “Ocean of Soul” → https://www.houstonchronicle.com/entertainment/music/article/beyonce-donates-100k-to-tsu-ocean-of-soul-houston-20398428.phpWGI's new Participant Protection (3P) training → https://www.wgi.org/participant-protection-trainingNFL's first twirler in 23 years → https://sports.yahoo.com/article/hartselle-native-twirl-tennessee-titans-123600911.html 60-Second Tech Block – Michelle Adcock on using in-rehearsal video feedback (full guide on site) Water We Doing? – Why we need to champion positivity in the marching-arts community Gush & Go –Trish's All-Age show excitementStephen's July 12 Rowan University clinic featuring Roger CarterRicardo's post-tour adrenaline & student success shout-outsNick's fitness-through-discipline journeyMichelle's drum clinic buzz with elementary guardsListen & Subscribe:• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEIZAjFybvq_AzpFUXvNJDQ• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/onawaterbreak• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-a-water-break/id1653637341• Other platforms: search “On A Water Break”• Guest Signup: https://forms.gle/7GcpYZLfY8Uo54pp9Sponsors:Peak Group Travel – https://peakgrouptravel.com (@peak.group.travel)Guard Closet – https://www.guardcloset.com (@guardcloset)

In this episode, we are joined by special guest Linda Harvey! Over the years, you may have known Linda Harvey as an OSHA/HIPAA consultant and trainer. What you might not know about Linda is that she's the Founder and Chief Knowledge Officer for the Dental Compliance Institute. DCI is an educational and membership-based organization focusing on a wide range of relevant risk management and compliance topics. DCI provides an added layer of assurance and peace of mind to your existing policies and procedures and annual compliance training. They accomplish that through  one-of-a-kind Train-the-Trainer courses, a vibrant compliance community filled with current resources and tools as well as 1:1 coaching. So if you're ready to level up your compliance knowledge and expertise, check out the Dental Compliance Institute and stop endless google searches for answers. Malika Azargoon ZarDentalConsulting.com https://www.linkedin.c malika@ZarDentalConsulting.com   Michelle Affanato affinitymanagement.co  michelle@affinitymanagement.co  Linda Harvey linda@compliancepartners.net

Hosts of The Aged Out Podcast, Michael Fantini and Evan Worrell, discuss our thoughts and opinions on DCI 2025 through the first couple weeks of the season.

Welcome to On A Water Break—your sideline pass to the world of drum corps, marching band, color guard, and the marching arts! In this bonus “With” episode, host Stephen McCarrick sits down with Neal Bright, drummer for the Savannah Bananas Pep Band, to unpack six seasons of stunt drumming, pre-game pageantry, viral social-media fame—and the reality of balancing it all around a school-day teaching career.Episode Segments 32-Count Life StoryNeal's lightning-fast origin: Effingham, GA → Georgia Southern & West Georgia → middle-school band director → “one-off” summer gig → permanent spot in the Savannah Bananas Pep Band. Inside the ShowHow the Bananas blend choreography, crowd interaction, stunt drumming and TikTok-worthy antics into every plaza rehearsal and in-game routine. Water We Doing?A hot take on why marching-arts educators rarely mention paid entertainment-band careers—and why drumline skills can become a fun, income-generating side hustle. Gush & GoGreat news: Neal's first child is due this December (banana-onesie ready!), plus a reminder about Stephen's July 12 drum clinic at Rowan University.Watch the Pep Band in Action This Is Bananas: Banana Band ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEIWCpuwIoc youtube.com Pep Band Practice #Shorts ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/shorts/uj-hjsZZKVU youtube.com Official Savannah Bananas Site ▶️ https://thesavannahbananas.com/ thesavannahbananas.comListen Everywhere YouTube Channel ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEIZAjFybvq_AzpFUXvNJDQ Spotify ▶️ https://open.spotify.com/show/onawaterbreak Apple Podcasts ▶️ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-a-water-break/id1653637341 Google Podcasts, Amazon Music & more — search “On A Water Break”Connect & Get Involved On A Water Break (IG & X) ▶️ @onawaterbreakpodcast Host Stephen McCarrick ▶️ @stephenmccarrick Guest Neal Bright ▶️ @nealdrums1 Guest Signup ▶️ https://forms.gle/7GcpYZLfY8Uo54pp9 Website ▶️ https://onawaterbreakpodcast.comSponsorGuard ClosetCustom color-guard uniforms, flags & accessories—design your look at https://www.guardcloset.com and follow @GuardCloset for pro tips and new releases.

DrumCorpsAF 41 - 2025 Initial Impressions - Fossil Chops, Jeff Ream, and Nikki Brose get together to talk about their initial impressions and reactions to the first shows of 2025.We want to hear YOUR voices - call our submission line at 913-390-3190 and leave your best 2-3 minute take. You can use your real name or a pseudonym, and don't forget to leave us a review on iTunes!Drum Corps AF is an irreverent podcast about drum corps and the marching arts. We love the activity, but we also get sick of all the saccharine BS that passes for commentary. Call it snark or call it shade, it's what we do. But at the end of the day, we still love drum corps.To join in the Drum Corps AF community, check us out at Facebook: https://facebook.com/groups/drumcorpsaf/BlueSky: @drumcorpsafpodcast.bsky.socialInstagram: https://instagram.com/drumcorpsafpodcastShow Notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1I8_yQc5oOr1GaXKApSWRg0CCtp7lo7oT4Wz2K06cbtg/edit?usp=sharing  Credits:Hosts: Brandon “Fossil Chops” Worf, Jeff Ream, Nikki BroseProducer: Fossil ChopsSugar Daddy: Jeff ReamDrum Corps AF is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Spreaker, and wherever else you get your podcasts.

This week, your hosts—Jackie Brown (@spintronixguard), Stephen McCarrick (@stephenmccarrick), Ricardo Robinson-Shinall (@RicardoRRobinson) and Trish O'Shea (@trishdish1002)—sit down with: Brent Becker (uniform designer extraordinaire; IG: @bbecker_designs) Nicholas Moore (Duck Brand “Stuck at Prom” finalist; IG: @BrasstapeBandKid, TikTok: @BrassTape) Brandon Worf of Drum Corps AF Podcast (IG: @drumcorpsafpodcast | https://drumcorpsaf.com)What's on the sideline this week? 32-Count Life Stories with Brent & Nicholas Uniform Room News: Inside Nicholas's full marching-band suit built from duct tape—and Brent's pro tips on fit, materials & color theory Sponsor Break with Guard Closet 60-Second Tech Block: Brent's rapid-fire deep dive into the Bluecoats' uniform evolution Water We Doing?! Rant & rave on esoteric show themes, secrecy culture and “fast fashion” uniform practices Gush & Go: Community shout-outs and hype for DCI 2025's opening weekend

Jeroen is from Belgium. He is a passionate health-care provider working as an intensive care unit nurse, with a love for technical innovation, teaching and diving, and a former business owner in composites resins 3D-shaping for the nautical and entertainment industry.Jeroen is perhaps best known to us in the freediving community in his role as freediving medic in some of the biggest freediving competitions in the world. Today's discussion is a wide-ranging and thorough exploration of freediving medical safety. In this episode we discuss:Jeroen is a freediver, intensive care unit nurse and freediving medic.He also organises safety in a water stage movie studio in Brussels, working with some famous actors.Prospecting the dive location.Dealing with therapeutic use exemptions of drugs that could be detected on a doping test.Rescue protocols for certain incidents.The use of the pulse oximeter to detect problems in the diver. Following up with athletes and incident reporting.Doing scientific research, gathering information during competition periods.Specific rescue protocols for black outs and squeezes / barotraumas, etc.Most divers do not respond to the ‘Blow Tap Talk' protocol after an underwater black out.Training the other members of the freediving safety team.The authority to stop the competition.What is DCI (Decompression Illness)Decompression sickness and arterial gas embolism (AGE). What is the difference?How are these conditions treated?The hot topic of in-water recompression as treatment.There are no guaranteed safe decompression tables.The use of breathing oxygen in-water after deep dives as a preventative measure to prevent DCI and as general recovery.Shout out to the Patreon supporters and thanks for contributing your questions.An example of the individual nature of symptoms DCI cases.Some examples of difficult decisions being made: Hanako Hirose, Petar KlovarWhat is oedema?The responsibilities of the freediving governing bodies to do better for the safety of the athletes.What is a PFO (patent foramen ovale)?Questions from Patreon supporters Tom, and Racso and Sean.Should you ever dive alone?Why does he freedive?For freediving courses, workshops and retreats in Egypt and Europe visit www.truedepthfreediving.com!For all episodes of the Freedive Cafe Podcast, visit www.freedivecafe.comFor freediving courses and training in Dahab, Egypt, visit www.freediveandthrive.comTo support on Patreon: www.patreon.com/freedivecafe

A Grand Court judge has reversed the decision of DCI to prohibt the sale a low alcohol beverage with out a liquor license. We get an update on the current gas prices across the isladns and more in the news.

-Boston Crusaders & Crown check in, the Band Director Marching Band returns, and Marc Whitlock shares decades of creative insight from the field to the stands.On this week's episode of On A Water Break, the summer season is officially underway! Nicole Younger is joined by Christopher Rutt, Jackson Goudreau, and Joey Montes for five packed segments filled with drum corps updates, marching band nostalgia, and legendary design advice.

This week, your sideline squad Jackie Brown (@spintronixguard), Nicole Younger (@o2binpjs), Stephen McCarrick (@stephen.mccarrick), Christine from Guard Closet (@guardcloset), Jeremy from Drum Corps Today, Cynthia Bernard (@cynthiabern), and guest Dylan Watson (@that_dude_dylan18) are bringing the energy and insight you've been waiting for.We're back with fresh takes and fire updates:Dylan shares what it was really like spinning on stairs, performing with drag queens, and surviving a single rehearsal before Philly Pride's biggest shows. Cynthia gives a full breakdown of her experience on the WGI Advisory Board—including new rules, international perspectives, and the importance of representation. Stephen dives into the latest percussion updates and strobe light controversies. Jeremy breaks down the summer's biggest DCI show announcements and why corps secrecy is starting to feel a little ridiculous.Plus, the gang discusses online equipment scams, consignment tips, and why your performers deserve better shoes and undergarments. Seriously.

DrumCorpsAF Minisode - Double Ewe Gee Eye Finals - Percussion - Host Fossil Chops is joined by Jeff Ream to talk all about the 2025 WGI Percussion championships and stuff.We want to hear YOUR voices - call our submission line at 913-390-3190 and leave your best 2-3 minute take. You can use your real name or a pseudonym.Leave us a review on iTunes!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/drum-corps-af/id1367724568 Drum Corps AF is an irreverent podcast about drum corps and the marching arts. We love the activity, but we also get sick of all the saccharine BS that passes for commentary. Call it snark or call it shade, it's what we do. But at the end of the day, we still love drum corps.To join in the Drum Corps AF community, check us out atFacebook: https://facebook.com/groups/drumcorpsaf/Instagram: https://instagram.com/drumcorpsafpodcastBlueSky: @drumcorpsafpodcast.bsky.socialShow Notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_RJ3E0GMk73-JyWEJRz47sD4EHt_gDx34-f9dvYW4zE/edit?usp=sharing Credits:Hosts: Brandon “Fossil Chops” Worf, Jeff ReamProducer: Fossil ChopsSugar Daddy: Jeff ReamDrum Corps AF is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Spreaker, and wherever else you get your podcasts.

Bonus Episode • Equipment Scams • Buyer & Seller Best PracticesEver encounter a “too-good-to-be-true” listing for marching band gear online? In this bonus episode, host Nicole Younger sits down with band educators Christine Ream (@guardcloset), Erica Owens (@urkuh_spins), and Rose Crow (@r0secr0w) to unpack firsthand accounts of attempted equipment fraud. They discuss the red-flag warning signs, share real victim experiences, and lay out practical steps every program can take to protect booster funds and ensure secure transactions. Whether you need used rifles, sabers, flags, or uniforms, learn how to spot scam listings, choose secure payment methods, and explore trustworthy alternatives so your students never miss a beat.HOST & GUESTS• Host: Nicole Younger — @o2bnpjs• Guest: Christine Ream — @guardcloset• Guest: Erica Owens — @urkuh_spins• Guest: Rose Crow — @r0secr0wEPISODE HIGHLIGHTS• Scam Red Flags: How missing profile photos, refusal to use PayPal Goods & Services, and requests for Cash App signaled fraud.• Community Response: Christine explains how Facebook-group admins removed the scammer, why vigilant moderation matters, and how to safeguard performers' images.• Real Victim Story: A band booster's Apple Pay loss underscores the importance of protected payment channels.• Tech Block Quick Tips:– Blending brass on uneven turf surfaces– Teaching tempo consistency without a metronome– Drill-set pointers for complex field formations• Water We Doing?!: Panel calls out:– Lack of size inclusivity in off-the-rack dancewear– Overuse of props and resulting class disparities in program budgets– Neglecting Memorial Day observances by some groups– Underfilled DCI corps tryouts (over 1,000 open spots in 2025)• Gush & Go:– Erica & Rose's successful youth program recruitment at a community vendor fair– Rose's upcoming Community Spin event welcoming all ages to flag work– Christine's 25-year legacy helping schools nationwide with guard and band equipment“If a seller refuses to use PayPal Goods & Services and insists on Cash App, walk away—your boosters' money is at risk.” — Rose CrowQUICK LINKS• Guard Closet → https://guardcloset.com• Peak Group Travel → https://peakgrouptravel.com• Be Our Next Guest → https://forms.gle/7GcpYZLfY8Uo54pp9• Host Questionnaire → https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1QHSqoUpMbUqhrCa5rNK8zRFgVB4BROjZBCQ4m6yd4aQ• Follow Us:– Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/onawaterbreak– TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@onawaterbreak– Link in Bio → https://linktree.com/onawaterbreakSPONSORS• Peak Group Travel – Ensuring your next competition trip is worry-free.• Guard Closet – Trusted source for new and consignment guard and band equipment.FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBESubscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Drop a review, share with a friend, and tag us with your own gear-hunting wins or cautionary tales.HASHTAGS#OnAWaterBreak #MarchingBand #EquipmentScams #ColorGuard #DrumCorps #BuyerBeware #GuardCloset #PeakGroupTravel #MarchingArts #Podcast #SafetyFirst #CommunityEvents #MarchingLife

Welcome back to On A Water Break, the podcast where we talk about everything you're talking about on the sideline during a water break. This week, we're welcoming a brand-new crew — our 2025 DCI Correspondents — who'll be reporting all summer long from the road!

This week on On A Water Break Weekly, we're twirling into something special! Author and longtime color guard veteran Jase Peoples joins us to talk about Twirl—his new YA novel that centers queer identity, color guard culture, and the power of found family. We get into his 32 Count Life Story, talk representation in marching arts literature, and how Twirl is already resonating with performers across the country.To Catch up on the Book with Jase Peeples (@jasepeeples). Check it out (bit.ly/3Z8n1Fi)Plus, it's a packed sideline with Jackie, Ricardo, Trish, and special guest Jase jumping in on this week's topics, including:

This week On A Water Break, we're spinning into pageant season, breaking down the cost of drum corps, and celebrating some throwback Aussie hat glory. Hosts Nicole, Woody, and Jeremy from Drum Corps Today are joined by color guard director and pageant competitor AK Hazel for an episode packed with marching arts news, real talk, and lots of love for performers pushing boundaries.

CROWN BRASS • COACHELLA ENERGY • DCI LEGENDFrom Star of Indiana rookie to the face of Carolina Crown's famous brass line, educator MATT HARLOFF just checked off an unexpected bucket-list item: conducting a 60-piece ensemble for Travis Scott at Coachella. Hosts NICOLE YOUNGER and JOSÉ “JOEY” MONTES III dig into the email that started it all, the three-week scramble, and why saying “YES” to wild opportunities feeds your students, too.

This week On A Water Break, we're bringing you our monthly live-recorded episode, now debuting on the podcast feed! Hosts Jackie, Nicole, and Stephen are joined by special guest Taylor Poole, Percussion Caption Head for The Academy Drum & Bugle Corps — and the team goes in on everything from wrist technique to DCI performance order to how a snail and roller derby made it into a 32 Count Life Story.

This week, we're taking a break with two powerhouse performers who are redefining what it means to be visible — both on the floor and online. Hosts Jackie Brown and Nicole Younger sit down with Piper Click (University of Alabama, Alta Marea, Blue Devils) and Max Marr (Fantasia, Blue Devils) to talk about performing at the highest level while managing a growing social media presence during the competitive season.In this episode, Piper and Max share their 32 Count Life Stories, give us a behind-the-scenes look at what it's like to balance school, rehearsal, and content creation, and reflect on how visibility, legacy, and pressure shape their experience as young leaders in the marching arts.

Episode 36: In this episode, we are joined by special guest Linda Harvey! Over the years, you may have known Linda Harvey as an OSHA/HIPAA consultant and trainer. What you might not know about Linda is that she's the Founder and Chief Knowledge Officer for the Dental Compliance Institute. DCI is an educational and membership-based organization focusing on a wide range of relevant risk management and compliance topics. DCI provides an added layer of assurance and peace of mind to your existing policies and procedures and annual compliance training. They accomplish that through  one-of-a-kind Train-the-Trainer courses, a vibrant compliance community filled with current resources and tools as well as 1:1 coaching. So if you're ready to level up your compliance knowledge and expertise, check out the Dental Compliance Institute and stop endless google searches for answers.   0:00 Introduction to Compliance Challenges in Dentistry  2:07 Understanding Patient Rights and HIPAA 5:27 Navigating Security Rules and Risk Management  9:12 The Importance of Training and Education  12:46 The Role of Technology and AI in Compliance  16:28 Business Associate Agreements and Accountability  19:57 Future of Compliance in Dentistry  23:53 Conclusion and Resources for Dental Practices    Malika Azargoon ZarDentalConsulting.com https://www.linkedin.c...   malika@ZarDentalConsulting.com   Michelle Affanato affinitymanagement.co  michelle@affinitymanagement.co  Linda Harvey linda@compliancepartners.net      

On this episode of On A Water Break we tackle a powerful and often unspoken issue in the activity: body shaming.Host Nicole Younger (@o2binpjs) is joined by co-hosts Alicia Sharp (@aliciaoninsta2) and Whitney Stone (@dancerwhit), alongside guest clinicians Carlos Herrera (@hellocarlosxd) and Erik Longey (@itsspelledwithak), for an emotional and honest discussion on body image, staff expectations, and how size discrimination shows up in the marching arts.From traumatic uniform fittings and audition comments to the struggle of masking and the impact of a single sentence, each guest shares personal stories and reflects on how we can all do better as educators, performers, and leaders. They also spotlight organizations offering real support, like Melanin Mosaic, the WGI Participant Protection system, and RISE (Resource for Instruction, Safety & Education).

We're back and LIVE again on YouTube with hosts Trish O'Shea (@trishdish1002), Jackie Brown (@spintronixguard), Jose Montes III (@marchingbymontes), and Joey Montes — joined this week by winter guard judge and educator Ashley D'Amore and our favorite sideline perspective, Sharon Boyd (@therealbandmom).SEGMENT 1: THE SIDELINES & BONUS EPISODE PREVIEWSWe kick things off with a quick welcome and look ahead at what's coming up: An international episode featuring the Color Guard Alliance of the Philippines A candid chat with Brandy Keeton (University of Alabama & Alta Marea) A WGI engagement recap with the couple from Tampa Independent A summer preview with siblings Piper & Avery Click heading to Blue Devils Alicia's deep dive into body size and space in the marching artsSEGMENT 2: MARCHING ARTS NEWS Carolina Crown Drum and Bugle Corps sparks controversy with a $1700 “Field Set Crew” post targeting 18–22-year-olds. The backlash was immediate — and now they're “reevaluating.” Sharon (The Band Mom) gives her honest thoughts. Jackie reports on Avon Band Director Jay Webb's appearance in Travis Scott's Coachella show Spartans announce their 2025 show “Mistica” but face heat for using AI-generated art before quietly swapping it out Michigan's Reeths-Puffer HS Band is the focus of a new documentary WGI launches BEAM: a real-time performance feedback platform Ultimate Drill Book rolls out the “Listening Zones” feature to help students better understand ensemble timing Peak Group Travel shares their weekly travel tipSEGMENT 3: 60-SECOND TECH BLOCK / WATER WE DOING / GUSH AND GOAshley D'Amore delivers a 60-Second Tech Block on Dynamic Efforts & Qualities — and the crew reacts in real time. In this week's “Water We Doing?” segment: Sharon asks why indoor winds still don't get as much attention Ashley begs groups to practice getting on and off the floor to avoid last-second chaos Trish wants drum corps to stop waiting until mid-season to announce their show themes Jose shares frustrations as a drill writer being asked for August-ready material in AprilWe wrap with “Gush and Go”: Jackie's middle school mini guard is ready for their big debut Ashley shares her summer spinning with her 2-year-old to Chapel Roan Sharon celebrates her son graduating with a music ed degree and aging out with the Blue Devils Jose has a few open choreography spots and is finally relaxing after WGIWant to be a guest on the pod? Fill out the form at the link in our bio or email us at onawaterbreakpodcast@gmail.com. Don't forget to follow us @onawaterbreak, leave a review, and share the show.We'll see you at the next rehearsal — On A Water Break.

Hey, great to bring you Episode 107 with Stratis Kas and Lionel Wolowitz. Huge thanks to XDEEP for sponsoring Speaking Sidemount.In this episode, I catch up with Stratis Kas and Lionel Wolovitz. You may remember Stratis has been on the show twice before to discuss his cave exploration in Greece and his book "Close Calls". The latter proved somewhat prophetic, as Stratis recently experienced an Arterial Gas Embolism (AGE) following a series of "deepish", long-duration dives in Mexico. The incident was life-threatening, and Stratis credits his dive buddies, Lionel and Ruben, along with the medical teams in Playa del Carmen, with saving his life.In my conversation with Stratis and Lionel, we discussed the trip, the dives leading up to the incident, and the incident itself. Stratis recounts his thought processes, the mistakes made, and then reflects on the incident. He then hands over to Lionel, who gives his account of the rescue, what they saw, how they cared for Stratis, and the terrifying transfer to the hospital and medical/chamber treatment.Stratis and Lionel are incredibly open about the mistakes they made and why they feel these happened. They share the lessons learned and how we all can take something from this incident.As a postscript, following the recording of this episode, Stratis went to DAN Europe for testing and discovered he has a Type 3 PFO that will require surgery before he can return to diving. The PFO was likely causal in the DCI incident; now, questions remain around the other factors and how they may have contributed to the incident. More to come...Enjoy SteveThanks to Stratis and LionelImage Credit - Joram MennesOur Show Sponsor XDEEP - https://www.xdeep.eu/Sidemount Fundamentals eBook - https://www.sidemountpros.com/storeLionel mentioned the RescuEAN Pod, which would have made a significant difference in their rescue efforts - more here: https://www.rescuean.com/

This week, Nicole (@o2bnpjs) is joined by Whitney (@dancerwhit) and Alicia (@aliciaoninsta2) for an episode packed with big announcements, fresh perspectives, and two exciting new voices joining the sidelines!We're thrilled to welcome guest clinicians Carlos Herrera (@hellocarlosxd) and Erik Longey (@itsspelledwithak) to the podcast! They each share their 32 Count Life Stories — from band kid beginnings to taking leadership roles in the marching arts.

On this jam-packed On A Water Break episode, host Stephen McCarrick is joined live by Matt Walters (@surfingdrums), Austin Hall (@austin_hall10), Woody Woodward (@remoking100), Joey Montes (@marchingbymontes), and first-time guest Daniel Balls (@balls_boy) to break down all the action from WGI Championships 2025.

Send us a textIs AI a threat or a tool? Lira Ndifon dives into the world of Artificial Intelligence with expert Ben Collins (BC Advantage) to demystify the tech and explore its real impact on our lives and work. Forget the fear – we're building understanding.Lira and Ben delve into the core of AI, dissecting its capabilities and limitations in a way that's accessible and engaging for everyone, regardless of their tech background. Discover how Ben's creation, DCI, stands apart from standard AI models like ChatGPT, offering a more nuanced and empathetic approach to interaction. We'll uncover the truth behind the fear of AI job displacement, revealing why adaptation and learning are your greatest assets in this new landscape.This episode isn't about abstract theories; it's about practical understanding. Ben shares actionable ways you can begin to explore and integrate AI into your personal and professional life, transforming it from a source of anxiety into a powerful ally for growth and innovation. Learn to navigate the AI landscape with confidence and discover how to leverage these tools to upskill, streamline tasks, and unlock new possibilities. It's time to reframe your perspective: AI isn't a competitor; it's a potential partner in our evolving world. Ready to shed the fear and embrace the future of technology? Join Lira Ndifon and Ben Collins on the Self-Reflection Podcast for a clear, insightful, and empowering conversation about Artificial Intelligence. It's time to decode AI and transform it from a source of apprehension into a catalyst for progress.Support the showCall to Action: Engage with the Self-Reflection Podcast community! Like, follow, and subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube (Self-Reflection Podcast by Lyra Ndifon), and all major podcast platforms. Share your insights and feedback—we value your contributions! Suggest topics you'd like us to explore. Your support amplifies our reach, sharing these vital messages of self-love and empowerment. Until our next conversation, prioritize self-care and embrace your journey. Grab your copy of "Awaken Your True Self" on Amazon. Until next time, be kind to yourself and keep reflecting.

DrumCorpsAF Minisode - Double Ewe Gee Eye Finals - Guard - Host Fossil Chops is joined by Jeremy and Nicole from the On A Water Break Podcast to talk all about the 2025 WGI Guard championships and explain what a drop spin is to Fossil Chops for the fifth time.We want to hear YOUR voices - call our submission line at 913-390-3190 and leave your best 2-3 minute take. You can use your real name or a pseudonym.Leave us a review on iTunes! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/drum-corps-af/id1367724568 Drum Corps AF is an irreverent podcast about drum corps and the marching arts. We love the activity, but we also get sick of all the saccharine BS that passes for commentary. Call it snark or call it shade, it's what we do. But at the end of the day, we still love drum corps.To join in the Drum Corps AF community, check us out at Facebook: https://facebook.com/groups/drumcorpsaf/Instagram: https://instagram.com/drumcorpsafpodcastBlueSky: @drumcorpsafpodcast.bsky.socialShow Notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1A8ggCpNm6-u3NTB4uGQoLsgVDe1H7rGlxl61qSg8go0/edit?usp=sharing Credits:Hosts: Brandon “Fossil Chops” WorfGuests: Jeremy, NicoleProducer: Fossil ChopsSugar Daddy: Jeff ReamDrum Corps AF is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Spreaker, and wherever else you get your podcasts.

This week's On A Water Break is coming to you LIVE for the first time ever!

In this special bonus episode, Stephen McCarrick and Anne Turner sit down with Julie Davila, renowned percussion educator, composer, adjudicator, and newly appointed Judge Administrator for Drum Corps International (DCI). Julie shares her remarkable journey through the marching arts, from her early passion for percussion and transformative years at the University of North Texas to her extensive adjudicating career in both DCI and WGI.✨ Highlights from this Episode: Julie's "32-Count Life Story": From her roots as a young drummer and water sports enthusiast to becoming a respected leader and advocate for women in percussion. Deep Dive into Arranging and Composition: Julie discusses her powerful piece, "Faith and Fortitude," inspired by personal experiences and resilience through her daughter's medical challenges. Judging Insights: Julie provides an insider look at what defines a successful front ensemble, balancing innovation with tradition, and her experience across multiple judging captions. New Role at DCI: Julie shares her excitement about becoming the Judge Administrator for DCI, her goals for supporting diversity in adjudication, and nurturing future talent. "Water We Doing?": Julie, Stephen, and Anne address the pitfalls of comparing scores across competitions and advocate for a stronger musical foundation in young ensembles. "Gush and Go": Celebrating recent accomplishments, exciting future plans, and the continuous growth of women leaders in the marching arts.

Join us this week on On A Water Break as we wrap up Women's History Month with an incredible panel of talented women from the marching arts! Hosts Stephen McCarrick, Trish O'Shea, Cynthia Bernard, Beth Beccone, and Anne Turner lead a dynamic conversation filled with insightful tips, exciting news, and passionate discussions.Episode Highlights: Beth Beccone from Peak Group Travel announces an exciting new podcast sponsorship and shares essential travel tips for ensembles. In our 60 Second Tech Block, Beth tackles bus travel logistics, crucial for smooth touring experiences. Spirit of Atlanta Alumni Corps celebrates its 50th anniversary with a special performance at DCI semifinals. spiritdrumcorps.org Big Parade News for July 4th 2026 - Marching.com Pacific Crest Drum & Bugle Corps sets a new standard for financial transparency in Drum Corps. pacific-crest.org WGI announces a job opening for Digital Marketing Manager, a fantastic opportunity for marching arts enthusiasts. wgi.org University of South Alabama unveils plans for a state-of-the-art rehearsal facility opening in 2026. Hosts discuss recent design trends appearing simultaneously across WGI groups, prompting conversations on creativity and originality. Third Legend, Sonor Winterguard, and Pacificaires receive special shoutouts and detailed insights from Cynthia Bernard. Specter Percussion celebrates top rankings in preparation for WGI Championships. specterpercussion.orgFollow Us: Instagram: @onawaterbreak YouTube: On A Water Break Channel Peak Group Travel: peakgrouptravel.com | IG: @peak.group.travelSubscribe, share, and stay connected with the latest in marching arts!

In this powerful bonus episode, On A Water Break tackles an emotional and timely subject: how the marching arts community responds in moments of crisis. In light of the recent Texas drumline tragedy and the devastating California wildfires, we explore the systems, support networks, and people who rise up when everything is on the line.Alicia is joined by rotating hosts Ricardo and Nicole along with Band director Spencer Milligan for an urgent and candid roundtable conversation about safety, preparedness, and how programs can act before tragedy strikes.We also feature an inspiring interview co-led by Christopher Rutt and Alicia with Peter Ye and Allison Avina-Wyant from Palisades Charter High School in Los Angeles. When their campus was impacted by wildfires over winter break, their band and color guard programs faced immediate disruption. Hear how they worked together—with help from the Santa Monica High School staff and band parents—to continue their seasons and keep students connected through music and performance.From forming partnerships and sharing rehearsal spaces to securing donated instruments and navigating circuit policies, their story highlights the resilience of the performing arts.Topics Covered in This Episode

Jamie Kamai was gunned down after stopping to confront an erratic driver, 23.5 years ago. To this day, the case is still unsolved and still under investigation. In this episode, I interview Jamie's mother, the Laramie County Sheriff Department, and his cousin Fred Kamai. If you have any information on this case, please contact: DCI at 307-885-4646 or the Laramie County Sheriff Department, Detective Andrew Pascoe at 307-633-4700.DCI Cold CasesWho Killed Cheyenne Man Along Busy Street In Front Of 8-Year-Old Boy 24 Years Ago?Unsolved Wyoming

This week, we're highlighting more powerhouse women in the marching arts as part of our Women's History Month series.This episode features hosts:

In this Women's History Month special, we're bringing you an episode full of inspiration, empowerment, and wisdom from some of the brightest and most powerful women in the marching arts world. Hosted by Alicia Sharp, with a dynamic group of rotating co-hosts including Ashlee Amos, Nicole Younger, and Whitney Stone, this episode dives deep into their experiences, challenges, and triumphs as they share their journeys in a traditionally male-dominated field.This week's episode is packed with incredible conversations about leadership, mentorship, and breaking barriers. The panel talks about gender issues in marching arts, the progress being made, and how they are shaping the future for the next generation of women in the activity. We also explore burnout, career transitions, and the power of building confidence and authenticity.

CEO and Co-Founder of Learn Fresh, Nick Monzi sits down to talk to me about his company, Learn Fresh. He talks about how in this digital age we lose the human connection, but we need to spend more time together. Nick and I talk about the latest events that Learn Fresh has coming up where they are working with Major League Baseball. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five.  About Nick Monzi Nick Monzi currently serves as CEO and Co-Founder of Learn Fresh. Learn Fresh is an international education nonprofit dedicated to enhancing student's STEM and social-emotional achievement through sports and entertainment. Since the organization's founding, he has worked with global corporations, leading school districts, and national and regional after-school providers. Since its launch in Cleveland during the fall of 2013, the experience has expanded to include initiatives with 30 professional sports teams and over 950,000 students. Aside from his work with Learn Fresh, Nick also has an extensive background in music education, specifically through Drum Corps International. Nick was a brass performer with the Carolina Crown and Blue Devils, earning DCI's silver medal with both groups. He also served as a conductor for the Phantom Regiment and since 2012, served on the education staff for the Madison Scouts of Madison, WI. From 2015 until his “retirement” in 2023, he served in leadership roles for the group, most recently as Educational Director. Make sure you learn more about Learn Fresh go to their website over at learnfresh.org.  About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast  The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

Welcome back to On A Water Break! This week, Jackie is hosting and we're kicking off Women's History Month with a special episode featuring incredible voices from across the marching arts world.Joining us are: Trish Alicia WhitneyWe also have a truly inspiring guest this week: Denise Bonfiglio, a pioneering force in the marching arts with over 50 years of experience. From her early days with the 27th Lancers to her work with Santa Clara Vanguard, Denise has not only redefined performance but mentored countless artists.Additionally, we're joined by Kristi Hebert (aka @Supermomma on TikTok), who's taking her group to Dayton for the first time. Kristi shares her fears, hopes, and questions about the big step, and our panel of experts helps guide her through the process.This episode is packed with incredible stories and advice, and we'll also take a deep dive into Kristi's 32 Count Life Story, plus discuss current news in the marching arts.Don't forget to: Subscribe and hit notifications on your favorite podcast app Write us a review and share with a friend Send us your questions or topics via email at onawaterbreakpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on social media @OnAWaterBreak for updates and more Interested in being on the show? Fill out the guest form linked in our bio on social mediaLinks: March Forth on March Fourth - DCI WGI Advisory Board Meetings Randall Standridge's Post on Mental HealthFollow Us:Instagram | Twitter | Facebook @OnAWaterBreakThanks for listening, and we'll see you at the next rehearsal… on a water break!This version summarizes the episode with all the important details while keeping it within a concise format!

David Mellor is an English freediver who started freediving at 48 years old achieved the incredible goal of freediving to 100m, in competition, at the age of 60 years old.In this episode we discuss:David and Donny sat down at The Little Blue in Dahab, home of True Depth Freediving, for this interview.David became a grandfather!David moved to Poole in England when he was 12 years old.He was a tool maker by trade and eventually opened his own factory.After three kids and a divorce David wasn't in the best of shape.David was 49 years old when he did his first freediving course.Shout out to Emma Farrell (Episodes #32 and #50) and Vobster Quay.He did his first competition when he was 55 years old.At the age of 55 David sold his business and moved into freediving full-time.He dived 100m (FIM) for the first at the age of 59 and did 100m in competition at the age of 60.Shout out to Harry Chamas (Episodes #49 and #73).Shout out o Gus Kreivenas (Episodes #30, #31 and #105).Shout out to Alice Modolo (Episode #117).Shout out to Federico Mana (Episode #84).David didn't have and LMC or Blackout until he was diving 100m!Shout out to Tom Peled (Episode #120).What was blocking David's equalisation at 85m?How important is strength training for David?Two exercises to improve your hypoxic tolerance (hypoxic runs and static).Experiences with squeezing.An over expansion injury.Does he do flexibility/compressibility training?Discussing David's experience with DCI in Dominica?Shout out to Jonathan Sunnex (Episodes #68 and Lost Episode #2).What is David thinking when he's coming up from a dive?David's mum is a total beast!How important is nutrition to David?Does he take any supplements?DESERT ISLAND QUESTIONS - Patreon Exclusive Section!David's retreats with Echo Echo Projects with Lydia Gard and Martin Petrus, and teaching in the UK and other places.Why does he freedive?For all episodes of the Freedive Cafe Podcast, visit www.freedivecafe.comFor freediving courses and training in Dahab, Egypt, visit www.freediveandthrive.comTo support on Patreon: www.patreon.com/freedivecafe

Zach and TR catch up and chat about Zach's new role as a high school media production teacher, planning new courses, and transitioning into different teaching roles with MCP Show Notes Soundtrap (https://soundtrap.com) Dragon TV Youtube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/@dcidragontv) (DCI's student television program) Zach's progress tracker (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1rnBNAWyuKMirEbesDdw5kMHDltfkKqA706uzhpNLeRU/edit?usp=sharing) An example of Zach's lessons with animated gifs (https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1kVPHkJ0FEKkllkW6JA2VDvO94jn9LttFumRGbRHMMMc/edit?usp=sharing) CleanShot X (https://cleanshot.com) (excellent screenshot and screen recording application) (also available on Setapp (https://setapp.com) if you have a subscription) Zach's MCP Email address: zach.diamond@modernclassrooms.org (mailto:zach.diamond@modernclassrooms.org) Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org (mailto:podcast@modernclassrooms.org) Listen to this podcast on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1SQEZ54ptj1ZQ3bV5tEcULSyPttnifZV) Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj (https://twitter.com/modernclassproj) on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (https://www.facebook.com/modernclassproj) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 (https://twitter.com/kareemfarah23) on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex (https://twitter.com/classroomflex) on Twitter and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/classroomflex/?hl=en) The Modern Classroom Project (https://www.modernclassrooms.org) Modern Classrooms Online Course (https://learn.modernclassrooms.org) Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond (https://twitter.com/zpdiamond) on Twitter and Learning to Teach (https://www.learningtoteach.co/)

Summary Robert Gates (Website; Website) joins Andrew (Twitter; LinkedIn) to reflect on the 75th Anniversary of the CIA. He served 8 U.S. presidents.  What You'll Learn Intelligence His reflections on the CIA at 75 How the CIA's story intersected with his own   His take on the organization's strengths and weaknesses  The complex intl. environment the CIA must now help America navigate Reflections Twists of fate Identity and institutions  And much, much more… Episode Notes Robert M. Gates is the first career officer in the CIA's history to rise from entry level employee to Director. He spent 27 years at CIA, nine of those at the NSC. More recently, he was the first Secretary of Defense to be asked to remain in office by a newly elected president. In all, he served 8 presidents.  Wouldn't you love to know his take on the CIA at 75? Well, we've made that happen for you! He was born in Wichita, Kansas, served in the U.S.A.F. and he received his undergraduate education at William & Mary, his masters from Indiana University, and his doctorate from Georgetown University. He was formerly the President of Texas A&M University and the current Chancellor of William & Mary.  And… The academic institutions Dr. Gates has been associated with all have quite different capacities of football stadium: Georgetown University's Cooper Field can hold 3,750; William & Mary's Zable Stadium can hold 12,259; Indiana University's Memorial Stadium can hold 52,626; and Texas A&M's Kyle Stadium can hold a whopping 102,733. What could we infer about Dr. Gates, college sports, or the United States from this information? Well, that would be thinking like an intelligence analyst. Quote of the Week "I've led four very big, very different institutions and like all of them I always saw where places where CIA could be better. But I always loved the place, and I always was proud to work there and proud of the people that I knew…they were probably the smartest, most honest people I've ever met and worked with." – Robert Gates. Resources *Andrew's Recommendation* “Reorganization in the Intel. Community,” DCI Gates (1992) Watch this prescient clip on historical naivete, or if you're hardcore, the entire congressional testimony *SpyCasts* “Dealing with Russia” – with Jim Olson (2022) “I was a Presidential Daily Briefer on 9/11” – with Mike Morell (2021) *Beginner Resources* History of CIA, CIA (n.d.) [website] CIA Director's Portrait Gallery, CIA (n.d.) [online gallery] Impact of President G.H.W. Bush's Foreign Policy, MSNBC (2018) [13 min. video] At 75, CIA Back Where it Started, Countering Kremlin, G. Myre, NPR (2022) [5 min. audio] Books Spymasters: CIA Directors, C. Whipple (S&S, 2020) Duty, R. Gates (Vintage, 2015) [Def. Sec. memoir] A World Transformed, Bush & Scowcroft (Knopf, 1998) From the Shadows, R. Gates (S&S, 1996) [CIA memoir] Power & Principle, Z. Brzezinski (FS&G, 1983) [Gates was Z.B.'s Special Asst. at the NSC during the Carter era] Articles A More Realistic Strategy for the Post-Cold War Era, R. Gates, WaPo (2022) Creation of the Central Intelligence Group, M. Warner, SII (1996)  Video Legacy of the G.H.W.B. Administration, CFR (2016) Book Talk: From the Shadows, R. Gates, C-Span (1996) Documentary The Spymasters, Showtime (2015) Curatorial Pocket History of CIA, CIA (2014) Primary Sources Biden Speech on 75th Anniversary of the CIA (2022) Robert Gates on CIA and Openness (1992) Nomination of Gates to be DCI (1991) Adm. Roscoe, First CIA Director Dies (1982)  CIA Review of the World Situation (1947) Lester to Truman re Centralized Intelligence (1947)  National Security Act (1947) *Wildcard Resource* North by Northwest (Hitchcock, 1959) We hear the first explicit mention of “CIA” in a major movie  “FBI. CIA. ONI. We're all in the same alphabet soup.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices