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Byron Rodgers is a service-centered Executive Protection Agent, Video Blogger, Published Author, and Veteran on a steadfast mission to improve the quality of the world by making good people more dangerous. Over the span of a decade, Having gained extensive private security experience, conducting private security operations for each available VIP demographic industry-wide in over 60 countries.During his time in the military, he served in the United States Marine Corps infantry with two deployments to Iraq as a Squad Leader for four years. Right afterward, he became an Executive Protection Agent (bodyguard). He was fortunate enough to experience a seamless transition from the military back into the civilian life he was once well-acquainted with. Ultimately, this transition inspired him to author the book, “Finding Meaning After the Military”, and is currently working on a few more titles within the personal growth and executive protection categories.Today, he proudly serves as the Chief Executive Officer at Bravo Research Group, a boutique private security company out of Southern California. He is the founder of Protector Nation, a training company for first responders, private security professionals and civilians designed to help good people become more dangerous. Through his life events, Protector Symposiums have trained many protectors from all walks of life both domestically and internationally. He owns and operates his own executive protection school and training organization called The League of Executive Protection Specialist, where he helps private security professionals take their careers to the next level. He is also the one-stop-shop security consultant for many high net worth individuals, their families, and various corporate initiatives.After completing his AA in business management Byron went on to earn a Bachelor's degree in the Science of Psychology from the University of Phoenix and finally acquired his Master's degree in the art of Psychology with a minor in Forensic Psychology from North Central University. He has also received Strategic Interventionist training at the Tony Robbins Training Center. Byron lives by the values of wisdom, discipline, purpose, freedom, and excellence and his prayer is that his interaction with you and the rest of the world is in total alignment with those principles as often as possible.

Taking the oath and raising your right hand is a big moment. For many of us, it's one we never forget. But imagine if you could hand your younger enlisted or officer self a letter on that day. A letter full of the wisdom, hard work, and growth that military life and life itself were going to teach you.  In this episode, I'm doing just that. This is a letter I would have given to my 19-year-old self on the day I swore into the U.S. Air Force. I hope it resonates with you or someone you love who's just starting out. https://milmo.co/podcast/younger-enlisted-self For more MILMO, follow at: MILMO.co ItsMILMO on YouTube @itsmilmo on X @itsmilmo Instagram @itsmilmo LinkedIn @itsmilmo Facebook

Send us a textWhat happens when a guy born in Mexico, raised in Montana, gets denied reentry into the Air Force for nearly six years—and comes back swinging as Puerto Rico's first full-time AFSW recruiter? You get this episode.Peaches sits down with a recruiter who has seen every side of the Air Force: enlisted mechanic, disgruntled civilian, determined returnee, and now the face of Special Warfare recruiting across Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. This live Q&A is raw, real, and packed with advice you won't find in any pamphlet.They cover everything from sneaky prior-service roadblocks and cross-training myths to what it's like building a pipeline in a place where half the population still thinks “military” just means “Army.” If you're thinking about enlisting, crossing over, or even just wondering if 5'2" is too short to ruck 10 miles—this one's for you.

The U.S. Army is enlisting Silicon Valley's top tech execs into a new elite Reserve unit, tapping their brains to modernize battlefield technology. Kevin Weil (CPO, OpenAI), Shyam Sankar (CTO, Palantir), Bob McGrew (former CRO, OpenAI and engineering director, Palantir), and Andrew “Boz” Bosworth (CTO, Meta) are trading their hoodies for fatigues to help drag Pentagon systems out of the digital dark ages.Featured Guest: Ramsey Brame, co-owner, partner, and head of growth, Quadrant AdvisoryDOWNLOAD PUBLIC: ⁠⁠Public.com/venture⁠⁠Invest in everything—stocks, options, bonds, crypto. You can even earn some of the highest yields in the industry—like the 7% or higher yield you can lock in with a Bond Account. Public is a FINRA-registered, SIPC-insured platform that takes your investments as seriously as you do. Fund your account in five minutes or less at ⁠⁠public.com/venture⁠⁠ and get up to $10,000 when you transfer your old portfolio.All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA & SIPC. Public Investing offers a High-Yield Cash Account where funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance; Public Investing is not a bank. Cryptocurrency trading services are offered by Bakkt Crypto Solutions, LLC (NMLS ID 1890144), which is licensed to engage in virtual currency business activity by the NYSDFS. Cryptocurrency is highly speculative, involves a high degree of risk, and has the potential for loss of the entire amount of an investment. Cryptocurrency holdings are not protected by the FDIC or SIPC.A Bond Account is a self-directed brokerage account with Public Investing, member FINRA/SIPC. Deposits into this account are used to purchase 10 investment-grade and high-yield bonds. The 7%+ yield is the average, annualized yield to worst (YTW) across all ten bonds in the Bond Account, before fees, as of 5/15/2025. A bond's yield is a function of its market price, which can fluctuate; therefore, a bond's YTW is not “locked in” until the bond is purchased, and your yield at time of purchase may be different from the yield shown here. The “locked in” YTW is not guaranteed; you may receive less than the YTW of the bonds in the Bond Account if you sell any of the bonds before maturity or if the issuer defaults on the bond. Public Investing charges a markup on each bond trade. See our ⁠⁠Fee Schedule⁠⁠. *⁠⁠Terms and Conditions⁠⁠ apply.

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EP. 199 – Navy SEAL Lieutenant Commander on Leadership, Transition, and What Really Matters Retired Navy SEAL Louis Cervantes joins the Transition Drill Podcast to share his compelling story of leadership, purpose, and identity. With over two decades in Naval Special Warfare, Cervantes reflects on his early drive to serve, the relentless pace of SEAL life, pursuing his education including an MBA, his transition struggles and experiences in the corporate world. This conversation is a masterclass in quiet professionalism, stoic leadership, and rediscovering mission beyond the uniform. Whether you're in the middle of your military service, preparing to transition, or already navigating civilian life, Cervantes' wisdom will resonate.Topics include:• Discovering a calling beyond status• Balancing humility with leadership in elite environments• Reframing transition as a process of growth• Building a resume by seeking education• The importance of staying grounded post-serviceDon't miss this episode. Follow the Transition Drill Podcast and share with someone who needs to hear it.The best podcast for military veterans, police officers, firefighters, and first responders preparing for veteran transition and life after service. Helping you plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life.Follow the show and share with another veteran or first responder who would enjoy this.CONNECT WITH THE PODCAST:Instagram: WEBSITE: LinkedIn: SIGN-UP FOR THE NEWSLETTER:QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS:CONNECT WITH LOUIS CERVANTESSPONSORS:Brothers & Arms USAGet 20% off your purchaseLink: https://brothersandarms.comPromo Code: Transition20Trident CoffeeGet 15% off your purchaseLink: https://tridentcoffee.comPromo Code: TDP15GRND CollectiveGet 15% off your purchaseLink: https://thegrndcollective.com/Promo Code: TRANSITION15Human Performance TRTGet 30% off your purchaseWeb: https://hptrt.com/Promo Code: TDP

Jason Murff owner and founder of grillyourassoff.com. Jason is a former Army Infantryman who started a company with a mission. A mission to make your meat the best tasting thing you have ever put in your mouth. Each of their products is designed with a military theme so it can give you and a friend a laugh or bring back a great memory. Every one of their bottles is made in Texas with pride so you can taste the freedom.

Fred Saldana was a US Marine during the Vietnam War whose platoon saw intense combat during the Tet Offensive and other significant battles throughout the war. Wounded many times and awarded multiple Purple Hearts, Fred eventually left the Marine Corp full of bitterness, trauma, and anger. For years afterwards he searched for meaning, and ultimately encountered Christianity. In this episode, Fred tells his story of coming to Christ and eventually coming to the belief in nonresistance.Disclaimer: We want to note that there is no official confirmation from the Marine Corp that Fred Saldana is the Marine in the iconic cover photo of LIFE magazine. As Fred himself notes in this interview, in the fog of war it's impossible know for certain. We leave it up to listeners to make what they will of Fred Saldana's story and his conclusion that he is the Marine in this infamous photo. We encourage listeners to compare Fred's Marine portrait with the LIFE magazine cover and draw their own conclusions.This is the 269th episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, and YouTube channel that examines various aspects of conservative Anabaptist life and thought. Sign-up for our monthly email newsletter which contains new and featured content!Join us on Patreon or become a website partner to enjoy bonus content!Visit our YouTube channel or connect on Facebook.Read essays from our blog or listen to them on our podcast, Essays for King JesusSubscribe on your podcast provider of choiceSupport us or learn more at anabaptistperspectives.org.The views expressed by our guests are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Anabaptist Perspectives or Wellspring Mennonite Church.

John Kaiser Jr. is not just the founder of Tenacity Outdoors; he's the heart and soul of our mission. John's journey into the world of fishing began long before he cast his first line on the Columbia River. A native of the Pacific Northwest, John grew up surrounded by the rugged beauty of the region's rivers and forests.John's military service took him far from home, but it was during his time in Iraq that his life would change forever. Wounded in action in 2006 while serving in the Army, John experienced the unimaginable loss of an eye. Despite this life-altering injury, John's spirit remained unbroken.

Send us a textRobert is a former Marine who found his way into corporate M&A through grit and bit of luck.  He now runs a firm providing financial advisory services to small and medium-sized businesses. 

PASSION : We know that Kentucky bourbon has a devoted following and that the second amendment has a large and diverse group of supporters, so we combined the two to create 2A Bourbon (Second Amendment Bourbon). PURPOSE : Our desire is to help organizations that support our military, first responders, and organizations that fight for our freedoms. We are giving proceeds from the sales of every bottle to Folds of Honor and 2nd Amendment Foundation and we will be adding more.  We are also supporting Ruck Walks and events across the country to support suicide prevention in the military and other causes that offer help for our military, and first responder's families.

More than 60 young men and women were honored at Skyview High School as they took the oath to serve in the U.S. military. Hear their stories, reflections, and the community's heartfelt support. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/our-community-salutes-those-who-have-enlisted-in-the-military/ #ClarkCounty #localnews #militaryservice #SkyviewHigh #enlistment #SouthwestWashington #communitysupport #honor #oathofenlistment #futureleaders

The military retirement is one of the best benefits in the world... but is it worth the cost in years of your life? Summary: How is military retirement pay calculated Military retirement can be worth at least $1,500,000! Benefits for military retirees Intangible benefits of military service What veterans miss about the military after retirement Links: Enlisted Money @enlistedmoneyguy on Instagram Brandon's blog post- Is Doing 20 Years in the Military Worth it? past episodes w/ Brandon include: ep 96- Enlisted Money Basics ep 128- Continuation Pay ep 143- DCFSA Brandon Lovingier, ChFC®, MQFP®, joined the Army right out of high school and has served over 19 years. He wasn't always good with money, but now his family is debt-free and building wealth. He established Enlisted Money to help enlisted service members avoid his mistakes. He earned his Chartered Financial Consultant – ChFC® designation in 2022 and Military Qualified Financial Planner – MQFP® in 2023. He received The American College of Financial Services NextGen Financial Professional Award for 2024. He's spoken at MilMoneyCon and loves mentoring other service members on their own financial freedom journey. For a limited time, Spencer is offering one-on-one Military Money Mentor sessions! Get your personal military money and investing questions answered in a confidential coaching call. Our new TSP course is live! Check out the Confident TSP Investing course at militarymoneymanual.com/tsp to learn all about the Thrift Savings Plan and strategies for growing your wealth while in the military. Use promo code "podcast24" for $50 off. Plus, for every course sold, we'll donate one course to an E-4 or below- for FREE! If you have a question you would like us to answer on the podcast, please reach out on instagram.com/militarymoneymanual or email podcast@militarymoneymanual.com. If you want to maximize your military paycheck, check out Spencer's 5 star rated book The Military Money Manual: A Practical Guide to Financial Freedom on Amazon or at shop.militarymoneymanual.com. I also offer a 100% free course on military travel hacking and getting annual fee waived credit cards, like The Platinum Card® from American Express, the American Express® Gold Card, and the Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card in my Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3. Learn how to get your annual fees waived on premium credit cards from American Express in the Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3. The Platinum Card® from American Express and the American Express® Gold Card waive the annual fee for active duty military servicemembers, including Guard and Reserve on active orders over 30 days. The annual fees on all personal Amex cards are also waived for military spouses married to active duty troops.

Gunners Mate First Class Osmond Kelly Ingram was the first enlisted man  killed in WW I. As a torpedo approach the ship he was on , Ingram tried to throw all the depth charges overboard. He was killed preforming the act and won the Medal of Honor, since he saved the ship and all the men aboard. He was the only fatality, and this is his story

“Bobby V” originally enlisted in the Army as an Airborne Ranger in January of 1988. After completing Infantry Basic Training and the Ranger Indoctrination Program he was assigned to the 1st Ranger BN Hunter Army Airfield, Savannah, Georgia.  As a Ranger, he participated in combat operations in support of Operation Just Cause, Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm. In 1994 he was reassigned as a Ranger Instructor at the 6th Ranger Training Battalion in Camp Rudder Florida.He was accepted into the Warrant Officer Program in 1997. He attended Initial Entry Rotary Wing Training, Warrant Officer Basic Course and UH-60 Black Hawk transition.   After completing the UH-60 aircraft qualification at Fort Rucker he participated in combat operations in support of Operation Task Force Hawk deploying to Albania, Macedonia and Kosovo.In 2001 after a successful assessment and selection he was assigned to A Co. (Shadows) 3rd Battalion, 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne) at Hunter Army Airfield, Georgia. Upon arrival to the 160th he attended the Special Operations Training Course, Survival Evasion Resistance and Escape Level-C Course. He received his Fully Mission Qualification in 2002 and Tracked Maintenance Test Pilot in 2005.  In 2007 he was assigned to D Co. (Raiders) 3rd Battalion, 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne) at Hunter Army Airfield, Georgia as a Fully Mission Qualified Pilot and Maintenance Test Pilot. From 2008 through 2015 he was assigned to multiple companies in 3rd Battalion, 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne) at Hunter Army Airfield, Georgia as a Fully Mission Qualified Pilot and Maintenance Test Pilot – Maintenance Examiner, the Battalion Liaison Officer to Special Operations Command Southern Command, Maintenance Test Pilot – Maintenance Examiner.  In 2015 he was assigned to D Co. AVUM-AVIM (Dark wing) 3rd Battalion, 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne) at Hunter Army Airfield, Georgia as the Senior Fully Mission Qualified Pilot and Maintenance Test Pilot – Maintenance Examiner. He has made numerous deployments with D Co. (Raiders), C Co. (Shadows) and D Co. (Darkwing) in support of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM, IRAQI FREEDOM, NEW DAWN and INHERENT RESOLVE totaling over 860 days deployed to combat logging 1100 hrs of combat/ imminent danger.Chief Warrant Officer Five Villarreal military schools include the Individual Infantry Training course, Airborne Course, Ranger Indoctrination Program, Ranger Course, Jungle Warfare Training Course, Primary Leadership Development Course, French Foreign Legion Guyane Commando Course, Basic Noncommissioned Officer Course, Warrant Officer Candidate School, Army Aviation Branch Qualification Course, OH-58A Recon Air Interdiction Course, UH-60 Aircraft Qualification Course, Special Operations Training Course, Survival Evasion Resistance Escape Level-C Course, Aviation Maintenance Manger Course, Maintenance Test Pilot Course / Examiner, Warrant Officer Advanced Course, Warrant Officer Intermediate Level Education Course, SIX Sigma Green Belt Certification Course, Six Sigma Black Belt Certification Course, FAA Airline Transport Pilot (Helicopter) & Unmanned Aircraft System Remote Pilot . His awards and decorations include:  Bronze Star (2), Meritorious Service Medal (2), Air Medal Valor (1), Air Medal (4),  Army Commendation Medal (4), Joint Service Achievement Medal (2), Army Achievement Medal (5), Joint Meritorious Unit Award w/ oak leaf cluster (2), Army Meritorious Unit Commendation (1), Airforce Meritorious Unit Commendation (1), Army Good Conduct Medal (2), National Defense Service Medal (2), Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal w/ bronze arrowhead (1), Southwest Asia Service Medal w/ bronze Star (2), Kosovo Campaign Medal (1), Afghanistan Campaign Medal (1), Iraq Campaign Medal (7), Inherent, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal (1), Global War on Terrorism Service Medal (1), NCO Professional Development Ribbon (2), Army Service Ribbon (1), Overseas Service Ribbon (1), NATO Medal (1), Kuwait Liberation Medal (Saudi Arabia) (1), Kuwait Liberation Medal (Kuwait) (1), Combat Infantry Badge, Expert Infantry Badge, Combat Action Badge, Ranger Tab, Parachute Badge w/ bronze service star, Jordanian Parachute Badge, Egyptian Parachute Badge, French Forces Legionnaire Guyane Commando Badge, Master Aviator Badge.He is now retired and enjoys spending time with and raising his two daughters, fishing and has plenty of option on politics, domestic and Global affairs and politics.

Army, Indirect Fire Infantryman veteran

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For review:1. Houthi rebels have downed 6 MQ-9 Reaper Drones since 15 March, and 15 Reapers since October 2023. The U.S. Air Force has about 280 Reapers in its inventory, each costing about $28 million, according to the Congressional Research Service.2. Iran Fortifies Nuclear Sites. Commercial satellite images taken on March 29 showed hardened entrances to (nuclear) complexes beneath Mt. Kolang Gaz La.3. Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas on Wednesday told Hamas to release hostages it is holding in order to eliminate what he said was Israel's pretext to continue its war in Gaza.4. Deadly ambush by Hamas on an IDF vehicle operating inside Israeli-held buffer zone, illustrates the terror group is still a dangerous threat.5. Crimea Becomes a  Key Issue in Russia-Ukraine Peace.6. Chinese aircraft carrier CNS Shandong (17) once again deployed again to the Philippine Sea, marking the second time this month.7. Royal Australian Navy Enlisted Sailors Graduate US Navy Nuclear Power Training Course. Eight Royal Australian Navy sailors graduated from the six-month course on April 18 and are now qualified to handle the reactors and other associated systems on the nuclear attack boats that Canberra is set to receive under the 2021 AUKUS Agreement.8. Northrop Grumman reported a $477 million loss on the B-21 Raider bomber in the first quarter of 2025, as higher costs for manufacturing and materials affect the company.The B-21′s inflation adjusted average procurement unit cost is about $692 million.The Air Force plans to buy at least 100 B-21s but has left the door open to buying more bombers.

Will Bennett served 12 years as a weather forecaster in the US Air Force. Will deployed in support of three combat operations (Bosnia, Kosovo, and Iraq), and various Army support roles. Will now lives in Southwest Florida with his wife and kids.

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In this episode, Rob Shaul speaks with Command Sgt. Maj. Brandon Riley, currently serving as the senior enlisted leader for 3-66 Armor Battalion, 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division. Riley discusses the real work of a battalion CSM—managing standards and discipline, mentoring company-level leaders, and maintaining unit readiness. He explains the dynamic between officers and NCOs, the balance between garrison and field responsibilities, and the internal pressures of holding a formation together. Riley also reflects on his combat deployments, leadership mistakes, and what two decades in the Army have taught him about accountability, influence, and the role of the senior enlisted. ----more---- Mountain Tactical Institute Home Check out the MTI Athlete Team Apply to be a Paid MTI Athlete MTI's Daily Programming Streams

Command Sergeant Major retired Bart E. Womack, served the United States Army with distinction for over 29 years as a professional soldier, providing focus, leadership, and mentorship to all Officers and Enlisted soldiers. His maturity, expertise, and personal dedication to excellence contributed immeasurably to the readiness of the Armed Forces and the security of our great nation. Highlights of his distinguished military career include Drill Sergeant, Ranger Instructor, and Sergeant of the Guard at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. He culminated his career in dual roles as Commandant of the Non-Commissioned Officers Academy, and the 101st Airborne Division Command Sergeant Major. He’s a Combat Veteran whose awards include 2 Bronze Stars, one for Valor, the Legion of Merit, the Combat Infantryman Badge w/star, the Tomb Guard Identification Badge, and the Army Ranger Tab to name a few. He is also a Distinguished Member of the Regiment of the 327th Infantry Regiment and the 3rd Infantry Regiment respectively.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews NLC President Steve Patterson.   ·       A candid conversation about the 2025 goals for Steve and NLC. ·       And, much more   7 Steps to an Amazing City:   Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness   Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode.   Links Mentions During Show: www.NLC.org www.civisocial.com ·       www.AmazingCities.org ·       www.AmazingCities.org/podcast to be a guest on the podcast   About Steve Patterson, President of NLC:     Steve Patterson serves as the President of the National League of Cities and is the Mayor of Athens, OH. Mayor Patterson has lived in Athens since 1998, working as an Associate Professor of Health Psychology at Ohio University until March 2016. He served in the United States Air Force and the Air National Guard for over 20 years in both the Enlisted (9 years) and Commissioned (14 years) ranks and retired as a Major with the District of Columbia Air National Guard 113th Fighter Wing.   In addition to his role at NLC, Mayor Patterson serves on the Board of Trustees for the Ohio Municipal League, the International Town-Gown Association (Immediate Past President), the Athens County Economic Development Council, the Buckeye Hills Regional Council, the Athens County Foundation, the Sustainable Ohio Public Energy Council (SOPEC), and the Outdoor Recreation Council of Appalachia (Chair). He also serves as President of the Mayors Partnership for Progress and is involved in the Ohio Advisory Committee for the U.S. Global Leadership Coalition, Athens County Transportation Improvement District, the Athens County Regional Planning Commission, the Athens City Planning Commission (Chair) and the Ohio Mayors Alliance.  Prior to becoming mayor, Mayor Patterson served as an at-large councilmember for the City of Athens for two terms. During his tenure on the City Council, he served as the Chair of the City and Safety Service Committee, Vice Chair of Finance and Personnel Committee, Chair of the Athens Commission on Disabilities, Council Representative for the Arts, Parks, and Recreation Advisory Board, Co-Chair Armory Ad-hoc Committee, and as a member of the Athens Farmer's Market Long Range Planning Leadership Group.   Mayor Patterson and his wife Dr. Connie Patterson are the proud parents of beautiful twin daughters, Adelia and Alana.  About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City.   Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City”   Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine.   Today, Jim speaks to 1000's of local government officials each year in the US and abroad.   Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government.   Amazing City Resources:   Buy Jim's Popular Books: ·       The Entrepreneurial City: Building Smarter Governments through Entrepreneurial Thinking:   https://www.amazingcities.org/copy-of-the-amazing-city   ·       The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City:   https://www.amazingcities.org/product-page/the-amazing-city-7-steps-to-creating-an-amazing-city   ·       Bottom Line Green: How America's Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too)  https://www.amazingcities.org/product-page/bottom-line-green-how-america-s-cities-are-saving-the-planet-and-money-too   FREE White Paper: ·       “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown”  www.AmazingCities.org/10-Steps   Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: ·       Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at www.AmazingCities.org/Speaking   Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: ·       Discover more details at https://www.amazingcities.org/consulting   Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: ·       Complete the form at https://www.amazingcities.org/business-development   A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast:  www.BearingAdvisors.Net

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Junior enlisted troops will see a pay bump this month as the Defense Department introduces a targeted pay hike this month aimed at improving service members' quality of life. Congress approved a significant pay raise for active-duty service members ranks E-1 through E-4 which is set to go into effect. Service members already received a 4.5% pay raise in January, but junior enlisted service members should see an additional 10% pay increase in their mid-month paychecks. This historic pay increase for junior enlisted troops is part of Congress' efforts to improve military recruitment and retention. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Junior enlisted troops will see a pay bump this month as the Defense Department introduces a targeted pay hike this month aimed at improving service members' quality of life. Congressapproved a significant pay raise for active-duty service members ranks E-1 through E-4 which is set to go into effect. Service members already received a 4.5% pay raise in January, but junior enlisted service members should see an additional 10% pay increase in their mid-month paychecks. This historic pay increase for junior enlisted troops is part of Congress' efforts to improve military recruitment and retention. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us a textWelcome back to the Ones Ready Podcast—where we cut through the BS and give you the real scoop recruiters are too busy to explain. Spoiler: You probably *aren't* their top priority, and yes, they're ignoring your texts. Why? Because they're drowning in wannabes who think they're special.  Here's the breakdown:  

This is the first episode of second season (rut), the Poet Santokh Singh begins with an invocation to the ten Gurus. Also hear how 500 Pathans enlist into the Guru's Army.

-CHAPTERS-00:00 Introduction to Leadership and Military Background03:00 The Impact of Military School on Leadership Development05:53 Camaraderie and Teamwork in Military Training08:53 Group Punishment: A Double-Edged Sword12:02 Cultural Differences in Military Operations14:46 Transitioning from Enlisted to Officer18:00 The Importance of NCO and Officer Collaboration20:46 Real-Life Examples of Leadership Challenges24:14 Understanding Different Military Cultures26:50 Personal Experiences in the Military30:06 Leadership Lessons from Military Experiences37:55 The Drive to Succeed39:33 Career Changes and Military Dynamics40:44 Transitioning to Special Forces43:32 Injuries and Career Decisions49:12 Team Dynamics and Professional Jealousy53:22 Selfishness vs. Team Loyalty57:29 Experiences in Bosnia01:03:17 Comparing Bosnia and Afghanistan01:14:31 The Power of Psychological Warfare01:17:28 Evolving Perspectives on Combat and Leadership01:19:46 Navigating Command Decisions in Combat01:29:07 Disillusionment with Higher Command01:34:42 Leadership Lessons from the Pandemic01:39:30 Advice for the Next Generation of Military Leaders01:44:05 Innovating Firearms Training: The Warlock Way-SUMMARY-In this conversation, Travis Worlock shares his extensive military background, discussing the nuances of leadership, the impact of military school on his development, and the importance of camaraderie and teamwork. He reflects on the complexities of group punishment, cultural differences in military operations, and the transition from enlisted to officer roles. Worlock emphasizes the significance of collaboration between NCOs and officers, providing real-life examples of leadership challenges faced during his career. He concludes with insights on personal experiences that shaped his understanding of effective leadership. In this segment of the conversation, Travis Worlock shares his journey through the military, highlighting his determination to succeed and the challenges he faced in transitioning to Special Forces. He discusses the dynamics within military teams, the impact of injuries on his career, and the experiences he had while deployed in Bosnia. The conversation also touches on the complexities of being perceived as an outsider in foreign environments, particularly in relation to the local populations' sentiments towards American forces. In this conversation, Travis Worlock shares his extensive military experience, discussing the psychological aspects of warfare, the evolution of his perspectives on combat and leadership, and the challenges of navigating command decisions. He reflects on disillusionment with higher command, leadership lessons learned during the pandemic, and offers advice for the next generation of military leaders. Additionally, he introduces his innovative approach to firearms training, emphasizing the importance of adapting training methods to real-world scenarios.

Back for a second time, Dan Holmes is a former U.S. Navy Combat Search and Rescue operator turned international rare kidney disease advocate. A 2024 NephCure Impact Award recipient, Dan was diagnosed with MN in 2020 and has fought tirelessly for better recognition and treatment of rare kidney diseases, especially within the VA system. His advocacy has taken him to the FDA, NIH, and Capitol Hill, where he's pushed for legislative change.A survivor of multiple strokes, pulmonary embolisms, and medical setbacks, Dan's resilience and determination have led him to partial remission. He continues to raise awareness and fight for policy change, proving that advocacy can save lives.

Send us a textWhat kind of lunatic leaves the world of MARSOC, JTAC missions, and high-speed raids to become a DOCTOR? Well, Kyle Bond did. After years of deployments, kicking in doors, and barely surviving the Marine Corps' obsession with shaving every day, Kyle took a wild turn—straight into med school.

No soldier in active service entangles himself in the affairs of everyday life, so that he may please the one who enlisted him as a soldier. – 2 Timothy 2:4

In this episode of Raven Conversations, we are joined by SGM (R) Bob Sweeney, President of the Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States (EANGUS). Tune in as he speaks about his journey in the National Guard and how he continues to serve service members through EANGUS.

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In this episode of Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley welcomes SEAC (R) John Wayne Troxell, the 3rd Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.  As a motivational speaker, leadership coach, and founder of PME Hard Consulting, he shares his unique insights on transitioning from the military with a focus on Vision, Purpose, and Positivity.

We spoke to Beau Oyler, Shark Tank Veteran and Entrepreneur recently. Beau talks with Derek about his experience on Shark Tank, building a successful company, and some valuable lessons he has learned along the way.Having founded Enlisted Design and Urbio, he has created rich product and brand experiences for fortune 500's and small startups. He pioneered the design cooperative movement and has a unique ability to truly collaborate with his partners. His designs have received every major design award including Red Dot, Spark, IDEA, GOOD Design, TheDieline, Wired Editor's Choice and Best of Show at Dwell on Design.Highlights:San Francisco Business Times “40 Under 40”Diablo Magazine “40 Under 40” San Francisco Business Times“Fastest Growing Private Companies in the SF Bay Area”Led the Honey Can Do acquisition of Urbio2015 Highlights:Enlisted named Best Entrepreneurial Companies in America by Entrepreneur MagazineWhen not at Enlisted, you'll find him cycling, surfing, hiking and exploring with his wife and two adventurous kids.Learn more at www.enlisteddesign.com

This episode is different than our usual episode. We will take some time to review all eleven episodes that we published this year. We'll highlight the best advice and stories from each guest and talk about what we learned in 2024. Thank you to our listeners! If you have any topic or guest ideas that you'd like to see in the New Year, please reach out! We'd love to hear from you. As you continue to work to become the best version of yourself in the new year, we hope to provide advice, guidance and opportunities for self improvement. Let's make 2025 the year of growth. Happy New Year!

https://linktr.ee/thunderinglegion Today we intervew prior enlisted New York Air National Guard C-17 Pilot, Captain Jonathan “Rooster” Guagenti. Rooster's crew flew missions in support of the Afghanistan withdrawl. Rooster's crew evacuated hundreds of refugees and returned 13 fallen servicemembers home after the Kabul Airport bombing. For their efforts, Rooster's crew received Air Medals with Valor and Combat Action Medals, and the aircraft commander received a Distinguished Flying Cross with Valor Resources: Daily Stoic Bible in a Year Reading Plan Spiritual Disciplines by David Mathis Episode Notes: Background: Grew up in a Christian household. Enlisted before commissioning to become an officer and love for aviation drew him to attend pilot training. Testimony: Grew up with lukewarm faith then experienced a failed relationship. Started Bible in a Year plan and God drew him into ministry by closing doors and opening others. Successes and failures / struggles: Honor violation during pilot training. Rooster flew missions during the Afghanistan pullout participating in refugee evacuation, bombing and ramp ceremony, returned 13 fallen servicemembers home after the Kabul Airport bombing. Calling: Active Guard Reserve, Part time Pastor, then eventually full time Pastor Favorite Books of the Bible: Psalms Daily Spiritual Growth: Going deeper in Bible readings. Prayer guide: ACTS - Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, Supplication. Advice: God is with you and is guiding you. Don't be afraid to live out your faith. Reflect: What does this episode reveal about God's character? How does this episode cause us to see our need for a Savior?  How can we apply lessons learned from this episode to our life? Follow Christ today: ✝️ “Choose this day whom you will serve...” ‭‭Joshua‬ ‭24‬:‭15‬ ‭✝️ “If you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.” ‭‭Romans‬ ‭10‬:‭9‬  Next steps: Share with an armed forces member Follow Instagram, Facebook, Podcast https://linktr.ee/thunderinglegion

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    What role does the enlisted voice play in shaping the future of military medicine? Join us for a captivating conversation with CMSgt Thomas Wigington, the Senior Enlisted Advisor for the Joint Staff Surgeon Office, as we explore this pivotal question. Uncover his insights on how the Military Health System operates as a cohesive, collaborative network, and understand why fostering joint and interoperable medical operations is crucial for the preparedness of our service members. We also delve into the nuances of adapting training for enlisted medics and corpsmen, a critical component in ensuring they are equipped for the unique challenges of future conflicts.     CMSgt Wigington stresses the urgent need for proactive preventive medicine in military operations. With evolving global threats, maintaining the health and readiness of our warfighters has never been more important. He shares his personal journey, revealing how his Air Force career, initially a means to stay out of trouble, blossomed into a passionate commitment to public and occupational health. His reflections on the rewards of military life—ranging from travel and education to a profound sense of camaraderie—offer invaluable guidance for young listeners considering a career in military medicine. This episode is a treasure trove of leadership wisdom and forward-thinking strategies for the future of military healthcare.   Chapters (00:04) Enhancing Military Medicine Through Partnerships        Nature's role in military medicine: enhancing enlisted voice, joint operations, and adapting training for future conflicts. (10:06) Military Medicine Challenges and Perspectives       Proactive preventive medicine is crucial in military operations, often overlooked, and aligns with future strategic needs. (13:57) Military Medicine       Chief Master Sergeant Wigington shares his journey in the Air Force, emphasizing the rewards of travel, education, and a supportive community.   Highlights (00:55) Senior Enlisted Advisor Responsibilities (76 Seconds) (08:28) Enhancing Joint Service Medic Readiness (178 Seconds)   Take Home Messages Enlisted Leadership in Military Medicine: The episode highlights the crucial role of enlisted leaders in shaping military medicine, emphasizing the importance of amplifying their voices to foster collaboration across different service branches and the Defense Health Agency. This leadership is essential in preparing service members for future conflicts by ensuring joint and interoperable medical operations. Proactive Preventive Medicine: A significant takeaway is the shift from reactive to proactive preventive medicine in military operations. This approach is vital for maintaining the health and readiness of warfighters, especially in the face of evolving global threats, and underscores the necessity of keeping soldiers healthy and combat-ready. Interoperability Over Uniformity: The discussion challenges the traditional "purple suit" mentality, advocating instead for a joint and interoperable approach where service members retain their unique identities while working seamlessly together. This interoperability is crucial for adapting to future military engagements that may differ significantly from past conflicts. Career Insights and Personal Growth: The episode offers personal anecdotes and reflections on a career in military medicine, highlighting the rewards, educational opportunities, and sense of camaraderie that come with military service. These insights provide valuable guidance for young listeners considering a career in this field. Collaboration Across Military and Civilian Sectors: Emphasizing a whole-of-nation approach, the episode discusses the importance of collaboration between military and civilian medical personnel to enhance the health, strength, and survivability of warfighters. This collaboration ensures comprehensive support for service members, preparing them for whatever future challenges may arise.   Keywords Military Medicine, Joint Staff Surgeon Office, Enlisted Voice, Defense Health Agency, Service Branches, Joint and Interoperable Medical Operations, Purple Suit Mentality, Future Conflicts, Preventive Medicine, Warfighters, Military Engagements, Training, Enlisted Medics, Corpsmen, Iraq, Afghanistan, COVID-19, Air Force, Public Health, Occupational Health, Leadership, Collaboration, Military Healthcare, Generals, Strategic Needs, Personal Growth, Community Support #MilitaryMedicine #EnlistedLeadership #JointOperations #ProactiveMedicine #WarfighterHealth #HealthcareInnovation #PreventiveCare #MilitaryHealthcare #LeadershipDynamics #DefenseHealthAgency   Honoring the Legacy and Preserving the History of Military Medicine The WarDocs Mission is to honor the legacy, preserve the oral history, and showcase career opportunities, unique expeditionary experiences, and achievements of Military Medicine. We foster patriotism and pride in Who we are, What we do, and, most importantly, How we serve Our Patients, the DoD, and Our Nation.   Find out more and join Team WarDocs at https://www.wardocspodcast.com/ Check our list of previous guest episodes at https://www.wardocspodcast.com/our-guests Subscribe and Like our Videos on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wardocspodcast Listen to the “What We Are For” Episode 47. https://bit.ly/3r87Afm   WarDocs- The Military Medicine Podcast is a Non-Profit, Tax-exempt-501(c)(3) Veteran Run Organization run by volunteers. All donations are tax-deductible and go to honoring and preserving the history, experiences, successes, and lessons learned in Military Medicine. A tax receipt will be sent to you. 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Chad sits down with retired Marines major Nick Tazza and Major Dustin Heffel who he served with when they all deployed together as part of Amphibious Squadron ONE and 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit. Both Tazza and Heffel started their career as enlisted Marines before becoming Warrant Officers then Limited Duty Officers. This unique career path can be a great option for enlisted personnel wanting to become commissioned officers. We appreciate them sharing their stories and lessons learned as we reflect on Veteran's Day in 2024. Thank you to all our veterans!(00:57) - Dustin's Story(36:28) - Nick's Story(01:22:08) - Chad, Nick, and Dustin Experiences TogetherNeed Professional Dog Training?  Our team can help : https://www.caninerevolutiondogtraining.com/contact-Board & Train Programs-Private Lessons-Virtual Coaching for dog owners-Custom ProgramsShop the full Canine Revolution Apparel store on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/s?rh=n%3A7141123011%2Cp_4%3ACanine+Revolution+Apparel&ref=bl_sl_s_ap_web_7141123011Optimize your dog's diet by feeding them a raw diet specifically formulated for your dog and delivered to your doorWe Feed Rawhttps://wefeedraw.sjv.io/c/5125268/1993237/22021 Discount Code : CANINEREVOLUTION for 25% offThe best supplements for your dogs, Made in America! JOINT SUPPORT, MULTI VITAMIN, WEIGHT GAINER, PUPPY FORMULA.K9 Super Supplementshttps://k9-super-supplements.myshopify.com/caninerevolutionDiscount Code : CANINE REVOLUTION for 15% offSupplements to optimize your performanceJockoFuel : Hard Work.  Clean Fuel.  No Excuses.https://www.jockofuel.com Discount Code : CANINEREVOLUTION for 10% offFollow all of our socials:https://linktr.ee/CanineRevolutionVideo versions of podcasts can be found at the Pack Talk Podcast YouTube channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@packtalkpodcast/videosAre you a dog trainer or business owner and want Coaching or Consulting?  Virtual coaching for dog trainers and business owners is available.Email : info@caninerevolutiondogtraining.com

Dependent care flexible spending account- is it even worth your time? (note: this is different than the HEALTHCARE FSA which was announced in Sept 2024- we have an episode coming out on that in a few weeks) Open season is coming up in mid-November to mid-December!  For a limited time, Spencer is offering one-on-one Military Money Coaching sessions! Get your personal military money and investing questions answered in a confidential coaching call. We are publishing this episode now so you can think about it and prepare for open enrollment season coming up in mid November! A Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DCFSA) allows up to $5,000 of pre-tax earnings per household, per year for eligible dependent care expenses. If you have dependents, you're married, your spouse is working or going to school, and you have dependent care expenses, the DCFSA may be for you. Highlights of today include: Basics of the DCFSA and what it can be used for How to decide if it's right for you Amount of contributions allowed and how to use it each calendar year How to enroll during the open season or after a qualifying life event Comparison to the existing tax credits and other childcare program/subsidies What types of dependent care expenses would apply   Links: EnlistedMoney.com http://enlistedmoney.com/ Brandon's DCFSA article https://enlistedmoney.com/dependent-care-flexible-spending-account-dcfsa/ FSA Feds https://fsafeds.com/explore/dcfsa FSA Feds Calculator https://fsafeds.com/support/savingscalculators/dcfsa Financial Readiness (FINRED) Resources https://finred.usalearning.gov/DCFSA Find a Personal Financial Counselor for Free Near You https://finred.usalearning.gov/pfcMap EnlistedMoneyGuy on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/enlistedmoneyguy/ Our new TSP course is live! Check out the Confident TSP Investing course at militarymoneymanual.com/tsp to learn all about the Thrift Savings Plan and strategies for growing your wealth while in the military. Use promo code "podcast24" for $50 off. Plus, for every course sold, we'll donate one course to an E-4 or below- for FREE! If you have a question you would like us to answer on the podcast, please reach out on instagram.com/militarymoneymanual or email podcast@militarymoneymanual.com. If you want to maximize your military paycheck, check out Spencer's 5 star rated book The Military Money Manual: A Practical Guide to Financial Freedom on Amazon or at shop.militarymoneymanual.com. I also offer a 100% free course on military travel hacking and getting annual fee waived credit cards, like The Platinum Card® from American Express, the American Express® Gold Card, and the Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card in my Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3. Learn how to get your annual fees waived on premium credit cards from American Express in the Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3. The Platinum Card® from American Express and the American Express® Gold Card waive the annual fee for active duty military servicemembers, including Guard and Reserve on active orders over 30 days. The annual fees on all personal Amex cards are also waived for military spouses married to active duty troops.

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On the US culture wars, then and now. Historian Andrew Hartman, author of A War for the Soul of America, talks to Alex about how US Americans have been sorted into cultural camps over the past fifty years. We discuss: Who started it? And who perpetuates it? What is the "culture" in the culture war? And is it a war, or a series of skirmishes? Is there something particularly American about culture wars? The culture wars have followed the breakup of liberalism – so, what comes next? Do culture wars necessarily presuppose identity politics? Links: A War for the Soul of America: A History of the Culture Wars, Andrew Hartman, UC Press The Culture Wars are Dead, Andrew Hartman, The Baffler