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Does the US Navy have the right number and mix of amphibious ships, and are those ships being properly maintained?The Government Accountability Office's (GAO) recent report to Congress explored this topic in depth, and today's Midrats Podcast will delve into it further.From the summary of the report:Amphibious warfare ships are critical for Marine Corps missions, but the Navy has struggled to ensure they are available for operations and training. In some cases, ships in the amphibious fleet have not been available for years at a time. The Navy and Marine Corps are working to agree on a ship availability goal but have yet to complete a metrics-based analysis to support such a goal. Until the Navy completes this analysis, it risks jeopardizing its ability to align amphibious ship schedules with the Marine Corps units that deploy on them.As of March 2024, half of the amphibious fleet is in poor condition and these ships are not on track to meet their expected service lives.Our guests for the full hour to discuss the report and its implications will be two joint directors for the project, Shelby S. Oakley, Director, Contracting and National Security Acquisitions, and Diana Maurer Director, Defense Capabilities and Management at GAO.ShowlinksGAO Report: AMPHIBIOUS WARFARE FLEET Navy Needs to Complete Key Efforts to Better Ensure Ships Are Available for MarinesGAO Report: Navy Readiness: Actions Needed to Improve Support for Sailor-Led MaintenanceSummaryThe conversation delves into the critical state of the U.S. Navy's amphibious fleet, focusing on the challenges of ship maintenance, the role of the Government Accountability Office (GAO) in assessing fleet readiness, and the ongoing controversy between the Navy and Marine Corps regarding ship availability. The discussion highlights the importance of metrics, accountability, and transparency in addressing these issues, as well as the need for a cultural shift within the Navy to prioritize maintenance and resource allocation effectively.TakeawaysMetrics and definitions of ship readiness need to be standardized.Cultural and bureaucratic challenges hinder effective maintenance practices.Accountability is essential for improving the Navy's operational readiness.Budgeting for maintenance is often deprioritized in favor of new acquisitions.Sailors are overworked and under-resourced, impacting their performance.The Navy must address root causes of maintenance issues to improve fleet readiness.Future leadership changes present an opportunity for reform in the Navy.Chapters00:00: Introduction and Context of the Discussion02:03: Understanding the GAO's Role in National Security09:35: Insights from the Fleet: Realities of Ship Maintenance14:49: Defining Ship Availability and Readiness18:15: The Need for Metrics and Accountability22:22: Challenges in Navy Bureaucracy and Culture30:04: Navigating Accountability in Navy Maintenance33:02: The Consequences of Deferred Maintenance36:53: Policy Challenges in Navy Maintenance43:09: Budgeting for Maintenance vs. New Acquisitions45:53: Cultural Attitudes Towards Manpower and Maintenance49:15: Realistic Expectations in Maintenance Planning54:34: Future Directions for Navy Reports and AccountabilityFull Guest BiosMs. Oakley is a Director in the Government Accountability Office's (GAO) Contracting and National Security Acquisitions team. In her role, she oversees GAO's portfolio of work examining the most complex and expensive acquisitions within the federal government. Her portfolio includes Navy and Coast Guard Shipbuilding programs, DOD acquisition policy and oversight, and leading practices in product development. In addition, she is responsible for GAO's annual work to assess the cost, schedule, and performance of DOD's entire portfolio of major defense and middle-tier acquisition programs. Ms. Oakley previously served as a Director in GAO's Natural Resources and Environment team where she led teams reviewing a range of nuclear security, policy, and nonproliferation related issues. From 2004 to 2015, Ms. Oakley led teams reviewing the activities of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) with a focus on helping NASA improve its acquisition management practices. Her reviews covered key aspects of NASA's operations, such as Space Shuttle workforce transition and sustainment of the International Space Station, as well as reviews of all major NASA systems including in-depth reviews of NASA's human spaceflight programs and the James Webb Space Telescope. Ms. Oakley earned a Master's Degree in Public Administration from the University of Pittsburgh's Graduate School of Public and International Affairs and her Bachelor of Arts Degree from Washington and Jefferson College.Ms. Maurer is a Director in the U.S. Government Accountability Office's (GAO) Defense Capabilities and Management team, where she currently leads GAO's independent oversight of sustainment and readiness across the military services and the Office of the Secretary of Defense. Her recent work includes reviews of F-35 sustainment, Air Force and Army force generation, Navy ship maintenance, missile defense sustainment, Space Force readiness, and the mission capability of military aviation and surface ships. She has testified three dozen times before Congressional committees on a variety of issues including the F-35, military readiness, Navy ship maintenance, national drug control policy, and several DHS and DOJ management issues.Ms. Maurer was a Director in GAO's Homeland Security and Justice team from 2009-2017, where she led GAO's oversight of the federal prison system; the Secret Service, FBI and other federal law enforcement agencies; and DHS's efforts to build a unified department. She worked from 2008-2009 as an Acting Director in GAO's Natural Resource and Environment team. From 1993-2007, Ms. Maurer worked in GAO's International team, where she led reviews of a variety of international security issues including efforts to combat the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. Ms. Maurer began her GAO career in 1990 in GAO's Detroit Regional Office.Ms. Maurer has an M.S. in national resource strategy from the National Defense University where she was recognized as a Distinguished Graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces. Ms. Maurer also has an M.P.P in international public policy from the University of Michigan and a B.A. in international relations from Michigan State University.
#190: General Robert F. “Bob” Dees served for 31 years in the U.S. Army in a wide variety of command and staff positions culminating in his last three assignments as Assistant Division Commander for Operations, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault); Commander, Second Infantry Division, United States Forces Korea; and as Deputy Commanding General, V (US/GE) Corps in Europe, concurrently serving as Commander, US-Israeli Combined Task Force for Missile Defense. Bob is a graduate of numerous military schools including the Command and General Staff College, the Naval Postgraduate School, the Industrial College of the Armed Forces, and the Royal College of Defence Studies in London. He has authored and taught Management Science topics in the Department of Engineering at West Point, as well as multiple Resilience courses at Liberty University. Following military retirement in January 2003, Bob served as a Microsoft Corporation executive; followed by leadership of a non-profit outreach to the military. He authored the Resilience Trilogy (Resilient Warriors, Resilient Leaders, and Resilient Nations) and pioneered resilience programs for the military as Vice President for Military Outreach at Liberty University. In the 2016 Presidential cycle, Bob served as National Security Advisor and Campaign Chairman for Dr. Ben Carson. Bob now heads Resilience God Style, a national movement to restore resilience to every area of American life, including recent publication of the Resilience God Style book, study guide, video series, and training game (www.ResilienceGodStyle.com). Bob is a senior advisor for the newly formed Faith-based Veterans Support Alliance (FBVSA). Bob is also President of the National Center for Healthy Veterans (www.HealthyVeterans.org) with the mission of “Returning Healthy Veterans to America.” This broad and comprehensive Healthy Veteran initiative ranges from trauma recovery using best practices, faith-based programs to veteran microbusinesses which afford dignified work, skills training, and economic opportunity. Community is a critical element of the initiative, including veteran tiny home villages for formerly homeless Veterans and others. While the Healthy Veteran initiative will help Veterans, the real winner is America with Healthy Veterans positively impacting culture as role models for our youth, as experienced leaders in business, and as standard bearers in every walk of life. Bob speaks at numerous seminars and conferences, as well as commentary on national security, leadership, and resilience in a wide array of media, military, business and church venues. He was featured as one of 30 “Master Leaders” in America by noted author George Barna and was awarded the Council for National Policy George Washington Military Leadership Award in 2018. For more on General Dees check out www.ResilienceGodStyle.com as well as www.HealthyVeterans.org Enjoy the show
In this episode of the Govcon Giants podcast, we are honored to welcome Robert Schroder, the founder of SteerBridge. With a distinguished background that spans both military and private sectors, Rob's journey is a testament to the value of veteran leadership in federal projects. As a retired Marine Corps Harrier pilot, Rob has seamlessly transitioned his extensive operational, congressional, and acquisition experience into the private sector, founding SteerBridge with a mission to elevate the role of veterans. Rob's leadership extends beyond his company. He has served two terms as the Finance Chairman for the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation, showcasing his dedication to supporting the educational pursuits of Marines and their families. His commitment to the military community is further reflected in his roles on the American Armed Forces Mutual Aid Association board and the USAA advisory group. Rob's academic credentials are equally impressive. He holds a B.S. from the Naval Academy and M.S. degrees from both the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Marine Corps University. Adding to his robust educational background, Rob earned his M.B.A. from the Indiana University Kelley School of Business and a Global Supply Chain Management Certificate from the University of North Carolina's Kenan Flagler School of Business. Join us as Rob shares his insights on integrating veteran expertise into federal projects, the importance of leadership in both military and civilian spheres, and his vision for the future of SteerBridge. This episode is a deep dive into the experiences and strategies that have shaped a remarkable career dedicated to service and excellence. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robschroder/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/steerbridge-strategies/mycompany/?viewAsMember=true Company Website: https://www.steerbridge.com
Join us for an engaging conversation with Lieutenant General Brian W. Cavanaugh, a proud Baltimore native and one of the highest-ranking African Americans in the Marines. We explore his remarkable journey from growing up in Northwood, Baltimore, to attending Baltimore Polytech and the Naval Academy, and ultimately serving 39 years in the military. Kavanaugh shares his unexpected path to the Naval Academy, his extensive service including a combat tour in Iraq, and his reflections on living in places like Okinawa, Japan. This episode is rich with insights into his life, career, and the profound impact his experiences have had on his family. We also celebrate Lieutenant General Brian W. Cavanaugh's impressive career and contributions to the community, emphasizing his role as a hometown hero and a role model for young people in Baltimore. As we look forward to his upcoming retirement, we discuss plans for a relaxed and meaningful crab cake outing in Northeast Baltimore, reflecting on his inspiring journey and the positive impact he has had on the community. Don't miss this heartfelt tribute to a distinguished military leader who has made significant strides and remains deeply connected to his Baltimore roots. Bio: Lieutenant General Brian W. Cavanaugh assumed the duties as Commanding General, Fleet Marine Force, Atlantic; Commander, Marine Forces Command; and Commander, Marine Forces Northern Command on 30 August 2022. A native of Baltimore, Maryland, Lieutenant General Cavanaugh earned his commission through the United States Naval Academy in 1990 and was designated a Naval Aviator in 1992. He served with HMH-462, HMH-362, and HMX-1. He commanded HMH-362 in Iraq during Operation IRAQI FREEDOM and MAG-36 during multiple disaster relief efforts in Asia. As a General Officer, he served as Deputy Commander, U.S. Marine Forces Pacific; Deputy Director for Operations, Joint Staff J-3; Assistant Deputy Commandant, Programs, Headquarters Marine Corps, Programs and Resources Department; and as Commanding General, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing. Lieutenant General Cavanaugh's other staff assignments include instructor at Officer Candidates School; Aide-de-Camp to the Chief of Naval Operations; Joint Doctrine Branch Chief, Joint Staff; Executive Assistant, Vice Director Joint Staff; Director of the Commandant of the Marine Corps' Safety Division; and Marine Military Assistant to the 75th Secretary of the Navy. Lieutenant General Cavanaugh's education includes a BS in Mechanical Engineering from the United States Naval Academy, an MBA from Webster University and a Master of Science in National Resource Strategy from the National Defense University's Industrial College of the Armed Forces. He is also an MIT Seminar XXI Fellow. Lieutenant General Cavanaugh has accumulated over 3,000 flight hours, primarily in the CH-53D/E.
Lt. Colonel Michael Aquino Joined the program, for a rare & insightful interview. Michael A. Aquino is a Lt. Colonel, Psychological Operations, U.S. Army (Ret.). He is a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces, National Defense University; Defense Intelligence College, Defense Intelligence Agency; Foreign Service Institute, Department of State; U.S. Army Special Warfare Center (Special Forces (“Green Beret”)/Psychological Operations/Civil Affairs/Foreign Area Officer); U.S. Army Command & General Staff College; U.S. Army Intelligence School, and U.S. Army Space Institute. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michaeldecon/support
Meet Rob, a seasoned leader with a rich background spanning over 25 years across military and private sectors. His journey began as a Marine Corps Harrier pilot, and today, as the founder of SteerBridge, he leverages his extensive leadership experience to elevate Veterans within the private sector by integrating their expertise into federal projects. Rob seamlessly merges his operational, congressional, and acquisition skills honed in the Marines with his managerial triumphs at the US Chamber of Commerce, ensuring SteerBridge delivers impactful outcomes for its clients. Beyond his professional commitments, Rob actively contributes to causes close to his heart, serving as the Finance Chairman for the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation and having previously held positions on the boards of the American Armed Forces Mutual Aid Association (AAFMAA) and USAA's Advisory Board. His academic prowess is equally impressive, boasting a B.S. from the Naval Academy, M.S. degrees from the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Marine Corps University, and an M.B.A. from the Indiana University Kelley School of Business, supplemented by a Global Supply Chain Management Certificate from the University of North Carolina's Kenan Flagler School of Business. Rob, alongside his wife Debbie, calls Northern Virginia home where they nurture their family of four children.Check out our channel for more podcast episodes! Don't forget to follow us on our socials too to learn more tips to START, GROW and SCALE your business.https://blueskybizconsulting.com/ https://www.facebook.com/blueskybizconsulting https://www.instagram.com/blueskybizconsulting/Don't forget to learn more about Rob and his work at:http://www.steerbridge.com/ Follow him at: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robschroder/ Company: https://www.linkedin.com/company/steerbridge-strategies/
General Vallely rejoins the program to discuss Mindwar or 6th generation warfare and how it's being used to manipulate all of us. We also discuss his 7 day plan to end the drug/cartel problem at the border and the peace deal he is forging between Russia and Ukraine. You can learn more about General Vallely at https://standupamericaus.org/ Mentioned in the show: Protect your IRA and other assets, contact info@MilesFranklin.com - Tell them "Sarah Sent Me" and get the best service and prices in the country. Save 70% today on Belly Juice and start seeing your fat dissolve! Learn more at https://hop.clickbank.net/?affiliate=sarahwesta&vendor=lbjuice Consider subscribing: Follow on my Substack at SarahWestall.Substack.com Follow on Twitter at https://twitter.com/sarah_westall See Important Proven Solutions to Keep Your from getting sick even if you had the mRNA Shot - Dr. Nieusma MUSIC CREDITS: "Do You Trust Me" by Michael Vignola, licensed for broad internet media use, including video and audio See video on Bastyon | Bitchute | Rumble | Odysee | Freedom.Social | SarahWestall.tv General Vallely Bio MG Paul E. Vallely was born in DuBois, PA and served a distinguished career of 31 years in the US Army before he retired as Deputy Commanding General, US Army Pacific, in Honolulu, Hawaii in 1992. General Vallely graduated from the US Military Academy at West Point and earned his commission in the Army in 1961. General Vallely is a graduate of the Infantry School, Ranger and Airborne Schools, Jumpmaster School, the Command and General Staff School, the Industrial College of the Armed Forces, and the Army War College. His combat service in Vietnam included positions as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer, military advisor, and aide-de-camp. He has over fifteen (15) years' experience in Special Operations, Psychological Operations, and Civil-Military Operations. After serving in two combat tours in Vietnam, he also served in several other overseas theaters in Europe and Pacific Rim countries. Vallely served on US security assistance missions and on civilian-military relations tours in Europe, Japan, Korea, Thailand, Syria, Iraq, Kuwait, Turkey, Israel, Indonesia, and Central America. He has served as a consultant to the Commanding General of the Special Operations Command as well as the DOD Anti-Drug and Counter-Terrorism Task Forces. He also designed and developed the Host-Nation Support Program in the Pacific for the DOD and the State Department. MG Vallely has been on radio and television for many years, most notably serving as the senior military analyst for the Fox News Channel from 2001-2008. He is a guest lecturer on multiple issues including national security, international politics, economics, strategic planning, US foreign policy, and the Global War against Radical Islam and other threats to America. He and LTG Thomas McInerney co-authored the book, “Endgame” – “Blueprint for Victory for Winning the War on Terror.” MG Vallely conducts an average of 4-6 national radio/TV show interviews per week and is well known for his published articles and talks on National Security and domestic issues. He will publish two new books in 2022, “America's Endgame for the 21st Century” and “The Reality Prism”. Vallely is the Founder of Nemo Arms Inc. of Boise, Idaho and is the Chairman of Stand Up America US Foundation. He also chairs the Legacy National Security Advisory Group and is a founding member of the Citizens' Commission on National Security. He led fact finding missions into the Syria with his team, once traveling deep inside the Syrian war zone to Aleppo. Additionally, during that period, he co-chaired two separate delegations to Cairo, Egypt to meet with President El-Sisi and his senior staff. During a speaking engagement in Moscow in 2017, he facilitated the first meeting between Putin and Trump.
Camp Lejeune Command: Commander's Notes 1992-1995 by Kenneth D. Dunn“Camp Lejeune Command” describes Lieutenant Colonel Kenneth Dunn's life as an Artillery Battalion Commander at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina during the early 1990's. The book starts the summer before the family moves to Jacksonville, NC while still stationed at Fort Monmouth, NJ. Dunn describes his daily activities and the feelings associated with those activities, while commanding 5th Battalion, 10th Marines, 2d Marine Division. This is a great read about command, family and of course, the United States Marine Corps.Kenneth D. Dunn is a native of Louisville, Kentucky. Upon his graduation from the U. S. Naval Academy in 1974, he was commissioned a Second Lieutenant and served in the U. S. Marine Corps for 30 years, retiring in July 2004. He served as an artillery officer and commanded 5th Battalion, 10th Marines, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, 1993-95, and Weapons Training Battalion, Quantico, Virginia, 1998-2000. From 2001-2003, he served as the Chief of Staff, Marine Corps Base Camp Butler, Okinawa, Japan. In retirement, Dr. Dunn has worked as a civilian analyst at Headquarters, U. S. Marine Corps. He now serves in the Manpower Plans and Policy Division, Manpower and Reserve Affairs, Headquarters, U. S. Marine Corps.Dr. Dunn earned two masters degrees: one in Human Resources Management from Pepperdine University (1978), the other in National Security Strategy from the National Defense University (1996), as well as a Doctor of Education degree from Nova Southeastern University (2008). He is a graduate of the Marine Corps Command and Staff College (1987) and the National War College (1996). Dr. Dunn also served as an instructor at Amphibious Warfare School (1984-86) and as Professor of Military Strategy and Land Combat Systems, Industrial College of the Armed Forces, National Defense University (1996-98).His present position is the Director, Marine Corps Leadership Seminar which is an outreach effort to showcase Marine Corps Leadership to select, diverse colleges and universities in the United States. Leadership seminars have been conducted in Atlanta, St. Louis, Orlando, Philadelphia, Cleveland, Houston, Richmond and Seattle. In 2012, Dr. Dunn began and continues to work as an Adjunct Professor, Marine Corps University, teaching Command and Staff College students. In 2018, Dr. Dunn developed an elective for Command and Staff College, “Marine Corps Great Leaders: Montford Point Forward.” He subsequently prepared that same course for the College of Distance Education and Training in 2019 for on-line distribution.He is a life member of the U. S. Naval Academy Alumni Association, the Marine Corps Association, the National Naval Officers Association and the Montford Point Marine Association.Dr. Dunn is married to the former Connie Brandford of Annapolis, Maryland. They have three children and two grandchildren, all of whom live in Northern Virginia.He enjoys reading, writing, American history, sports, coaching and family-related activities. He published an article, Predeployment Training Lessons, in the January, 2006 edition of the Marine Corps Gazette and Marine Corps Total Force System: The Gold Standard in the June 2010 edition.Dr. Dunn published his first book, Camp Lejeune Command: Commander's Notes 1992 – 1995, in May 2015.Dr. Dunn was inducted into the Alumni Hall of Fame, Boys and Girls Clubs of America in May 2011.https://www.amazon.com/Camp-Lejeune-Command-Commanders-1992-1995/dp/1491857625https://readingglassbooks.com/http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/51123rgb.mp3
Episode 59: MindWar Lt. Colonel Michael Aquino Joined the program, for a very in depth interview from past to present. Michael A. Aquino is a Lt. Colonel, Psychological Operations, U.S. Army (Ret.). He is a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces, National Defense University; Defense Intelligence College, Defense Intelligence Agency; Foreign Service Institute, Department of State; U.S. Army Special Warfare Center (Special Forces (“Green Beret”)/Psychological Operations/Civil Affairs/Foreign Area Officer); U.S. Army Command & General Staff College; U.S. Army Intelligence School, and U.S. Army Space Institute. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michaeldecon/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michaeldecon/support
-Recorded on 09.19.2022. Admiral Linda L. Fagan assumed the duties as the 27th Commandant of the United States Coast Guard on June 1st, 2022. As Commandant, she oversees all global Coast Guard operations and 42,000 active-duty, 7,000 reserve, and 8,700 civilian personnel, as well as the support of 21,000 Coast Guard Auxiliary volunteers. She previously served as the 32nd Vice Commandant. Prior flag assignments include Commander, Pacific Area, and Commander, Coast Guard Defense Force West; Deputy Commandant for Operations, Policy, and Capability; Commander, First Coast Guard District; and a joint assignment as Deputy Director of Operations for Headquarters, United States Northern Command. Admiral Fagan has served on all seven continents, from the snows of Ross Island, Antarctica to the heart of Africa, from Tokyo to Geneva, and in many ports along the way. Operational tours include Commander, Sector New York, more than 15 years as a Marine Inspector, and sea duty in USCGC POLAR STAR, a 399 ft heavy polar icebreaker. Staff assignments include Executive Assistant to the Commandant and Vice Commandant, and Division Chief of the Foreign and Offshore Compliance Office. Possessing extensive interagency as well as intergovernmental experience, Admiral Fagan has worked with both the International Maritime Organization and International Labor Organization on flag state and port state issues. This work includes the development of the International Ship and Port Security Code (ISPS), and the Consolidated Maritime Labor Convention. Admiral Fagan holds a Bachelor of Science in Marine Science degree from the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, a Master of Science in Marine Affairs degree from the University of Washington, and a Master in National Resource Strategy degree from the Industrial College of the Armed Forces. She has earned numerous personal and team awards during her 37 years of Coast Guard service. Admiral Fagan is the longest serving active duty Marine Safety Officer and holds the distinction of being the Coast Guard's first-ever Gold Ancient Trident. Our guest host was our Class 61 President, USCG CDR Amanda Ramassini. Produced and Edited by Frieda Garcia Castellanos
Episode 88: Wandering Soul Lt. Colonel Michael Aquino Joined the program, for a rare & insightful interview. Michael A. Aquino is a Lt. Colonel, Psychological Operations, U.S. Army (Ret.). He is a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces, National Defense University; Defense Intelligence College, Defense Intelligence Agency; Foreign Service Institute, Department of State; U.S. Army Special Warfare Center (Special Forces (“Green Beret”)/Psychological Operations/Civil Affairs/Foreign Area Officer); U.S. Army Command & General Staff College; U.S. Army Intelligence School, and U.S. Army Space Institute. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michaeldecon/message
Joining us today are Will and Catherine Ostick, foreign service officers within U.S. Department of State and UGA Grady School of Journalism college sweethearts! Will is a career Foreign Service Officer at the U.S. Department of State. He has served as Public Affairs Officer for the U.S. Consulate in Kabul, U.S. Consul General in Tijuana, Director for the Office of Brazilian and Southern Cone Affairs for the Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs and as information officer at the U.S. Embassy in Madrid, to name a few of his exotic posts from around the globe. He graduated from the University of Georgia in Athens with a BA in journalism and holds a Masters Degree in international commerce and policy from George Mason University. He is also a graduate of the Industrial College of Armed Forces with a Masters Degree in national resource strategy.Catherine is also a graduate of UGA with a Bachelors in Broadcast Journalism, and a Master's in Physical Education and taught P.E. and Spanish for over 10 years. She too has held various positions alongside Will within the U.S. Department of State. Currently, she is the Consular Assistant with the U.S. Embassy in Mexico City and prior to that as a Community Liaison Office Coordinator in Kabul, Afghanistan. Together they established 2 of UGA's more exotic alumni chapters – the first in Kabul and the second in Mexico City!Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Amazon Podcasts
GUEST OVERVIEW: Paul E. Vallely, Major General, US Army (ret) was born in DuBois, Pa. He retired in 1991 from the US Army as Deputy Commanding General, US Army, Pacific in Honolulu, Hawaii. General Vallely graduated from the US Military Academy at West Point and was commissioned in the Army in 1961 serving a distinguishing career of 32 years in the Army. General Vallely is a graduate of the Infantry School, Ranger and Airborne Schools, Jumpmaster School, the Command and General Staff School, The Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College. His combat service in Vietnam included positions as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer, military advisor and aide-de-camp. He has over fifteen (15) years experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations. He served in many overseas theaters to include Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries as well as two combat tours in Vietnam. He has served on US security assistance missions on civilian-military relations to Europe, Japan, Korea, Thailand, Indonesia and Central America with in-country experience in Indonesia, Columbia, El Salvador, Panama, Honduras and Guatemala. He has served as a consultant to the Commanding General of the Special Operations Command as well as the DOD Anti-Drug and Counter -Terrorist Task Forces. He also designed and developed the Host-Nation Support Program in the Pacific for DOD and the State Department. He has in-country security assistance – experience in Israel, Iraq, Kuwait, El Salvador, Columbia and Indonesia in the development of civil-military relations interfacing with senior level military and civilian leadership. General Vallely has been a military analyst on television and radio for over ten years. He is also a guest lecturer on National Security, international political, economic issues, strategic planning matters and the Global War against Radical Islam and other threats to America. He and LTG Thomas McInerney authored the book, “Endgame” – Blueprint for Victory for Winning the War on Terror”, “Warfooting” and “Baghdad Ablaze”. He is a member and founder of the Iran Policy Committee. He is the Chairman of the Stand Up America. He was the senior military analyst for the Fox News Channel from 2000 -2007. General Vallely conducts an average of 4-6 national radio show interviews per week and is well known for his published articles on a multitude of subjects and issues. He and his wife, Marian, are the co-trustees of the Scott Vallely Soldiers Memorial Fund and reside in Montana. He and Mrs. Vallely are deeply involved in state and local issues as well as supporting a multitude of community events and activities. GUEST WEBSITE: https://standupamericaus.org/about-sua/general-vallely/
Major General Paul Vallely (retired) is an activist, analyst, and informant. Having been called "America's General," he is the chairman for Stand Up America US Foundation (standupamericaus.org). He retired in 1991 from the US Army as Deputy Commanding General, US Army, Pacific in Honolulu, Hawaii. General Vallely graduated from the US Military Academy at West Point and was commissioned in the Army in 1961 serving a distinguishing career of 32 years in the Army. General Vallely is a graduate of the Infantry School, Ranger and Airborne Schools, Jumpmaster School, the Command and General Staff School, The Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College. His combat service in Vietnam included positions as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer, military advisor and aide-de-camp. He has over fifteen (15) years experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations. He served in many overseas theaters to include Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries as well as two combat tours in Vietnam. He has served on US security assistance missions on civilian-military relations to Europe, Japan, Korea, Thailand, Indonesia and Central America with in-country experience in Indonesia, Columbia, El Salvador, Panama, Honduras and Guatemala. He has served as a consultant to the Commanding General of the Special Operations Command as well as the DOD Anti-Drug and Counter -Terrorist Task Forces. He also designed and developed the Host-Nation Support Program in the Pacific for DOD and the State Department. He has in-country security assistance – experience in Israel, Iraq, Kuwait, El Salvador, Columbia and Indonesia in the development of civil-military relations interfacing with senior level military and civilian leadership. General Vallely has been a military analyst on television and radio for over ten years. He is also a guest lecturer on National Security, international political, economic issues, strategic planning matters and the Global War against Radical Islam and other threats to America. He and LTG Thomas McInerney authored the book, “Endgame” – Blueprint for Victory for Winning the War on Terror”, “Warfooting” and “Baghdad Ablaze”. He is a member and founder of the Iran Policy Committee. He is the Chairman of the Stand Up America. He was the senior military analyst for the Fox News Channel from 2000 -2007. General Vallely conducts an average of 4-6 national radio show interviews per week and is well known for his published articles on a multitude of subjects and issues. He and his wife, Marian, are the co-trustees of the Scott Vallely Soldiers Memorial Fund and reside in Montana. He and Mrs. Vallely are deeply involved in state and local issues as well as supporting a multitude of community events and activities.
Joining Audrey for this REELTalk Special Edition - There's been a shift off our foundation that is slowing destroying the great experiment known as the United States of America. Is there a way back or have we gone too far?We'll discuss this and more with Major General Paul Vallely…Maj. Gen. PAUL VALLELY is a West Point graduate, a retired Deputy Commanding General for the US Army, a veteran of two combat tours in Vietnam, and a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College.Throughout his 32-year military career, Maj. Gen. Vallely served in positions such as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer & military advisor. His theaters of operation included: Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries. He has over fifteen (15) years' experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations.Gen. Vallely has served as a military analyst for the FOX News Channel and is a guest on numerous nationally syndicated radio & TV talk shows. He's a bestselling author and the Founder of Stand Up America.
Joining Audrey for this REELTalk Special Edition - As we begin a new year, it's critical that we start by looking at the condition we are now in…are we truly free-er than we were in 2021? 2019? Or do we look more like Communist China with freedoms being taken under the guise of a flu?We'll discuss this and more with Major General Paul Vallely…Maj. Gen. PAUL VALLELY is a West Point graduate, a retired Deputy Commanding General for the US Army, a veteran of two combat tours in Vietnam, and a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College.Throughout his 32-year military career, Maj. Gen. Vallely served in positions such as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer & military advisor. His theaters of operation included: Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries. He has over fifteen (15) years' experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations.Gen. Vallely has served as a military analyst for the FOX News Channel and is a guest on numerous nationally syndicated radio & TV talk shows. He's a bestselling author and the Founder of Stand Up America.
Joining Audrey for this REELTalk Special Edition - What was conspiracy theory yesterday has become reality in a stunning manner across the globe. How did we get here and is there a way out of the grip of the tyranny now upon us?We'll discuss this and more with Major General Paul Vallely…Maj. Gen. PAUL VALLELY is a West Point graduate, a retired Deputy Commanding General for the US Army, a veteran of two combat tours in Vietnam, and a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College.Throughout his 32-year military career, Maj. Gen. Vallely served in positions such as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer & military advisor. His theaters of operation included: Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries. He has over fifteen (15) years' experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations.Gen. Vallely has served as a military analyst for the FOX News Channel and is a guest on numerous nationally syndicated radio & TV talk shows. He's a bestselling author and the Founder of Stand Up America.
Joining Audrey for this REELTalk Special Edition - In just 9 months, Biden has succeeded to put the economy in a death spiral and illegally given us open borders and is causing a supply crisis. Where is this headed?We'll discuss this and more with Major General Paul Vallely…Maj. Gen. PAUL VALLELY is a West Point graduate, a retired Deputy Commanding General for the US Army, a veteran of two combat tours in Vietnam, and a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College.Throughout his 32-year military career, Maj. Gen. Vallely served in positions such as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer & military advisor. His theaters of operation included: Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries. He has over fifteen (15) years' experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations.Gen. Vallely has served as a military analyst for the FOX News Channel and is a guest on numerous nationally syndicated radio & TV talk shows. He's a bestselling author and the Founder of Stand Up America.
Joining Audrey for this REELTalk Special Edition - Is China taking full advantage of the Bagram Air base Biden left for them? And, with the disastrous condition Biden has created in almost 10 month in DC, is there something that the freedom loving American can do, as the Tea party before them?We'll discuss this and more with Major General Paul Vallely…Maj. Gen. PAUL VALLELY is a West Point graduate, a retired Deputy Commanding General for the US Army, a veteran of two combat tours in Vietnam, and a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College.Throughout his 32-year military career, Maj. Gen. Vallely served in positions such as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer & military advisor. His theaters of operation included: Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries. He has over fifteen (15) years' experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations.Gen. Vallely has served as a military analyst for the FOX News Channel and is a guest on numerous nationally syndicated radio & TV talk shows. He's a bestselling author and the Founder of Stand Up America.
Thank you so much for joining us! It's a true honor to get to speak with Dr. Don Huber Professor Emeritus of Plant Pathology at Purdue University. You'll want to read Dr. Huber's full bio in the show notes. He is a pioneer in his field, his experience, knowledge, and understanding of plant pathology and physiology is simply remarkable. The AgEmerge podcast is committed to asking tough questions and seeking solutions. The work Dr. Huber began stemmed from one question he wanted to answer, “why crop rotation has such a dramatic effect on many of the plant diseases.” That one question lead to over 55 years of research into the study of soil, microbial ecology, microbial interactions, parasite relationships, and nutrient disease relationships. In 1997 and again in 2001 Monte heard Dr. Huber speak on several topics including glyphosate, which spurred Monte on to eliminate glyphosate from his own farm. Dr. Huber's Bio Dr. Don M. Huber, Professor Emeritus of Plant Pathology at Purdue University, holds B.S. and M.S. degrees from the University of Idaho (1957, 1959), a Ph-D from Michigan State University (1963), and is a graduate of the US Army Command & General Staff College, Industrial College of the Armed Forces, and National Security Program. He was Cereal Pathologist at the University of Idaho for 8 years before joining the Department of Botany & Plant Pathology at Purdue University in 1971. His agricultural research for the past 55 years has focused on the epidemiology and control of soilborne plant pathogens with emphasis on microbial ecology, cultural and biological controls, nutrient-disease interactions, pesticide-disease interactions, physiology of host-parasite relationships, and techniques for rapid microbial identification. Dr. Huber has had several concurrent careers including 14 years as a professional labor-relations conciliator with 7 years of service on the Indiana Education Employment Relations Board as a Mediator/Fact-Finder/Conciliator. He retired in 1995 as Associate Director of the Armed Forces Medical Intelligence Center (Colonel Retired, U.S. Army) (now the National Center for Medical Intelligence, NCMI) after 41+ years of active and reserve military service during which time he also commanded A strategic Medical Intelligence Detachment for 8 years with the US Army Medical Intelligence and Information Agency and Office of the Surgeon General. Dr. Huber is a past Chairman of the USDA-APS National Plant Disease Recovery System; a member of the US Threat Pathogens Committee; former member of the Advisory Board for the Office of Technology Assessment, U.S. Congress (now Congressional Research Service); and Global Epidemiology and Quadripartite Medical Working Groups of the Office of the US Surgeon General (OTSG). He is author or co-author of over 300 journal articles, Experiment Station Bulletins, book chapters and review articles; five books, and 84 special invited publications; and an active scientific reviewer; speaker; consultant to academia, industry, and government; and international research cooperator. Got questions you want answered? Send them our way and we'll do our best to research and find answers. Know someone you think would be great on the AgEmerge 2021 stage or on the podcast? Send your questions or suggestions to kim@asn.farm We'd love to hear from you!
Joining Audrey for this REELTalk Special Edition - Thanks to the dangerous buffoonery of Joe Biden, we are watching a terrorist coup of Afghanistan. Who can stop the Taliban now?We'll discuss this and more with Major General Paul Vallely…Maj. Gen. PAUL VALLELY is a West Point graduate, a retired Deputy Commanding General for the US Army, a veteran of two combat tours in Vietnam, and a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College.Throughout his 32-year military career, Maj. Gen. Vallely served in positions such as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer & military advisor. His theaters of operation included: Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries. He has over fifteen (15) years' experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations.Gen. Vallely has served as a military analyst for the FOX News Channel and is a guest on numerous nationally syndicated radio & TV talk shows. He's a bestselling author and the Founder of Stand Up America.
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FlightSafety International, a Berkshire Hathaway company Ron was named the President, FlightSafety Services Corporation (FSSC), in January 2014. FSSC provides turnkey aircrew training systems (ATS) and contractor logistics support (CLS) to its military customers. It includes aircrew training, courseware, advanced technology training devices, computer based training workstations and support for simulators at 18 U.S. military bases. Current programs include the development and fielding of the ATS for the new KC-46 aircraft., CLS for T-1 and T-38 training devices, instruction and CLS for KDAM ATARS (special operations) and the KC-10. Ron joined the FlightSafety International team as the Director of Military Business Development, FlightSafety Simulation, in October 2011. His responsibilities included finding first-class training and simulation solutions for its military customers. This covered the spectrum from part-task trainers to high fidelity, full flight simulators. He was then named as the Vice President of FSSC in October 2013. He previously served in the U.S Air Force obtaining the rank of Major General. He commanded the first squadron operating the new C-17, a C-141 operations group and a KC-135 air refueling wing. He also led the Air Force's center that directed worldwide flights of its fleet of 800 cargo and tanker aircraft – about one takeoff every 90 seconds. Ron's interagency experience includes international contingency planning as the senior Air Force officer at the Department of State. His Pentagon experience includes planning and budgeting about $30 billion to support Air Force logistics. He also ran the Air Force's accredited Staff College. Finally, Ron's Air Force career culminated with leading 17th Air Force which directed all Air Force activities in Africa to include anti-terrorism, anti-piracy and disaster relief operations. Ron has about 4,800 hours as a pilot and instructor flying C-141A/B, C-17A, KC-135R (Boeing 707) and C-21 (Lear 35) aircraft. His formal education includes a degree in Engineering Mechanics from the U.S. Air Force Academy, a master's degree in Business Administration from Webster University a degree from Air Command and Staff College and a master's degree from the Industrial College of the Armed Forces. Ron also attended the Kenan-Flagler Business School, University of North Carolina, and the John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University.
Joining Audrey for this REELTalk Special Edition - The people of Cuba, in defiance of their draconian leaders, have taken to the streets to cry out for freedom. Will the western world, living in freedom, heed their cries?We'll discuss this in more depth with Major General Paul Vallely…Maj. Gen. PAUL VALLELY is a West Point graduate, a retired Deputy Commanding General for the US Army, a veteran of two combat tours in Vietnam, and a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College.Throughout his 32-year military career, Maj. Gen. Vallely served in positions such as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer & military advisor. His theaters of operation included: Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries. He has over fifteen (15) years' experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations.Gen. Vallely has served as a military analyst for the FOX News Channel and is a guest on numerous nationally syndicated radio & TV talk shows. He's a bestselling author and the Founder of Stand Up America.
Joining Audrey for this REELTalk Special Edition - Our southern border is a disaster and is threatening our very survival. Is there anyway to stop the most dangerous threat, the cartels?We'll discuss this in more depth with Major General Paul Vallely…Maj. Gen. PAUL VALLELY is a West Point graduate, a retired Deputy Commanding General for the US Army, a veteran of two combat tours in Vietnam, and a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College.Throughout his 32-year military career, Maj. Gen. Vallely served in positions such as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer & military advisor. His theaters of operation included: Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries. He has over fifteen (15) years' experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations.Gen. Vallely has served as a military analyst for the FOX News Channel and is a guest on numerous nationally syndicated radio & TV talk shows. He's a bestselling author and the Founder of Stand Up America.
Joining Audrey for this REELTalk Special Edition - The Biden Regime continues to endanger our national security with his Obama-like policies. Will the GOP finally take a stand to save this nation?We'll discuss this in more depth with Major General Paul Vallely…Maj. Gen. PAUL VALLELY is a West Point graduate, a retired Deputy Commanding General for the US Army, a veteran of two combat tours in Vietnam, and a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College.Throughout his 32-year military career, Maj. Gen. Vallely served in positions such as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer & military advisor. His theaters of operation included: Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries. He has over fifteen (15) years' experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations.Gen. Vallely has served as a military analyst for the FOX News Channel and is a guest on numerous nationally syndicated radio & TV talk shows. He's a bestselling author and the Founder of Stand Up America.
Joining Audrey for this REELTalk Special Edition - 185 generals and admirals, who signed an open letter to Americans called FlagOfficers4America, due to the massive response by Americans, have developed a plan of action for citizens to save the Republic.We'll discuss this in more depth with Major General Paul Vallely…Maj. Gen. PAUL VALLELY is a West Point graduate, a retired Deputy Commanding General for the US Army, a veteran of two combat tours in Vietnam, and a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College.Throughout his 32-year military career, Maj. Gen. Vallely served in positions such as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer & military advisor. His theaters of operation included: Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries. He has over fifteen (15) years' experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations.Gen. Vallely has served as a military analyst for the FOX News Channel and is a guest on numerous nationally syndicated radio & TV talk shows. He's a bestselling author and the Founder of Stand Up America.
Joining Audrey for this REELTalk Special Edition - If we didn’t know better, we’d think the CCP were OCD (obsessive compulsive). But whether communists have OCD or not, the behavior is the same…they work relentlessly to control everything. And they will control us, if we let them. The question is, after all we have endured for the past year, will we let them?We’ll discuss this in more depth with Major General Paul Vallely…Maj. Gen. PAUL VALLELY is a West Point graduate, a retired Deputy Commanding General for the US Army, a veteran of two combat tours in Vietnam, and a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College.Throughout his 32-year military career, Maj. Gen. Vallely served in positions such as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer & military advisor. His theaters of operation included: Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries. He has over fifteen (15) years’ experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations.Gen. Vallely has served as a military analyst for the FOX News Channel and is a guest on numerous nationally syndicated radio & TV talk shows. He's a bestselling author and the Founder of Stand Up America.
During this episode, Mr. Phil Chudoba discusses technology acquisition at the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency. Our conversation covers NGA’s mission, how NGA facilitates operations in the information environments, as well as NGA’s “moonshot” initiative. Link to full show notes Guest Bio: Mr. Phillip C. Chudoba serves as the Associate Director for Capabilities, National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency. In this capacity, he is responsible for defining the strategic direction of the agency and implementing that strategy. He provides oversight, synchronization, guidance, and development of NGA, National System for Geospatial Intelligence, and Allied System for Geospatial Intelligence strategic direction, future resource programming, capabilities planning, and oversees acquisition, innovation, research, and the adoption of new technologies supporting GEOINT requirements. In his prior position, Mr. Chudoba was Director of the GEOINT Enterprise Directorate. Previously, he served as the Assistant Director of Intelligence, Headquarters U.S. Marine Corps, from 2010 to 2018. Mr. Chudoba served as a U.S. Marine from 1980 to 2010, first as a Marine Infantryman before being commissioned, and then as an Intelligence Officer until his retirement as a Colonel. He commanded the 3rd Force Imagery Interpretation Unit during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm, and commanded the 1st Intelligence Battalion during Operation Iraqi Freedom. He participated in several major Joint Task Force operations, including Operations Deny Flight, Joint Endeavor, Deliberate Guard, and Guardian Retrieval. In addition, he completed numerous intelligence assignments in the Marine Division and the Marine Aircraft Wing. While assigned to the Deputy Directorate for Crisis Operations (J-2) at the Pentagon, he served as the Operations Officer for the National Intelligence Support Team. In later assignments, Mr. Chudoba managed all Marine Corps intelligence capability requirements as Director, Intelligence Integration Division, Marine Corps Combat Development Command, and he subsequently managed the entire acquisition portfolio of Marine Corps intelligence capabilities as the Program Manager for Intelligence Systems, Marine Corps Systems Command. Mr. Chudoba earned his baccalaureate degree in Political Science/Soviet and East European Studies from Rutgers University, and earned graduate degrees from the U.S. Naval Postgraduate School, Marine Corps University, and the Industrial College of the Armed Forces (now The Eisenhower School). He is an alumnus of the Marine Corps School of Advanced Warfighting, and is a former Associate Dean for Warfighting Studies at Marine Corps Command and Staff College. He also is a DAWIA Level 3 Certified Program Manager and an All-Marine Athlete. Mr. Chudoba’s distinctions include the Presidential Rank Award, the National Military Intelligence Association John T. Hughes Award, and numerous military decorations. About: The Information Professionals Association (IPA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to exploring the role of information activities, such as influence and cognitive security, within the national security sector and helping to bridge the divide between operations and research. Its goal is to increase interdisciplinary collaboration between scholars and practitioners and policymakers with an interest in this domain. For more information, please contact us at communications@information-professionals.org. Or, connect directly with The Cognitive Crucible podcast host, John Bicknell, on LinkedIn.
With the dictatorial behavior of Resident Biden, ruling by fiat…is all hope lost for our Republic? Or does there remain great hope for our Republic still, despite the current milieu?We’ll discuss this in more depth with Major General Paul Vallely…Maj. Gen. PAUL VALLELY is a West Point graduate, a retired Deputy Commanding General for the US Army, a veteran of two combat tours in Vietnam, and a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College.Throughout his 32-year military career, Maj. Gen. Vallely served in positions such as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer & military advisor. His theaters of operation included: Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries. He has over fifteen (15) years’ experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations.Gen. Vallely has served as a military analyst for the FOX News Channel and is a guest on numerous nationally syndicated radio & TV talk shows. He's a bestselling author and the Founder of Stand Up America.
So Biden is not in occupation 2 months and he’s already instigating conflicts. Will his bombing in Syria cause problems for the US? And, Sec. Austin is purging our military of “extremists”. Sounds more like the Third Reich than the US Military. What’s really going on?We’ll discuss this in more depth with Major General Paul Vallely…Maj. Gen. PAUL VALLELY is a West Point graduate, a retired Deputy Commanding General for the US Army, a veteran of two combat tours in Vietnam, and a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College.Throughout his 32-year military career, Maj. Gen. Vallely served in positions such as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer & military advisor. His theaters of operation included: Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries. He has over fifteen (15) years’ experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations.Gen. Vallely has served as a military analyst for the FOX News Channel and is a guest on numerous nationally syndicated radio & TV talk shows. He's a bestselling author and the Founder of Stand Up America.
REELTalk Radio Special Edition - We’re involved in a cognitive war…a war on the minds and hearts of a free people. And we can no longer remain complacent but must go on the offense before all is lost.We’ll discuss this in more depth with Major General Paul Vallely…Maj. Gen. PAUL VALLELY is a West Point graduate, a retired Deputy Commanding General for the US Army, a veteran of two combat tours in Vietnam, and a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College.Throughout his 32-year military career, Maj. Gen. Vallely served in positions such as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer & military advisor. His theaters of operation included: Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries. He has over fifteen (15) years’ experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations.Gen. Vallely has served as a military analyst for the FOX News Channel and is a guest on numerous nationally syndicated radio & TV talk shows. He's a bestselling author and the Founder of Stand Up America.
We’re going to take a look at the aftermath of Jan. 6th where the GOP died and the Dems robbed the American people of the country. Where does this leave patriots going forward?We’ll discuss this in more depth with General Paul Vallely…Maj. Gen. PAUL VALLELY is a West Point graduate, a retired Deputy Commanding General for the US Army, a veteran of two combat tours in Vietnam, and a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College.Throughout his 32-year military career, Maj. Gen. Vallely served in positions such as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer & military advisor. His theaters of operation included: Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries. He has over fifteen (15) years’ experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations.Gen. Vallely has served as a military analyst for the FOX News Channel and is a guest on numerous nationally syndicated radio & TV talk shows. He's a bestselling author and the Founder of Stand Up America.
REELTalk Special Edition: 9 PM ET Canada 2020 - Canada & The CCP with Major General Paul Vallely The CCP’s tentacles continue to squeeze our neighbor to the north: Canada. And this will continue to shock you but we believe you should know…We’ll discuss this in more depth with General Paul Vallely…Maj. Gen. PAUL VALLELY is a West Point graduate, a retired Deputy Commanding General for the US Army, a veteran of two combat tours in Vietnam, and a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College.Throughout his 32-year military career, Maj. Gen. Vallely served in positions such as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer & military advisor. His theaters of operation included: Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries. He has over fifteen (15) years’ experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations.Gen. Vallely has served as a military analyst for the FOX News Channel and is a guest on numerous nationally syndicated radio & TV talk shows. He's a bestselling author and the Founder of Stand Up America.
General Paul Vallely joins the program to discuss the election coup and the ongoing Cyberwar against the American people. He shares his intelligence on China and how their grip on our major institutions is a clear and present danger. You can see more of his analysis and ongoing work at StandUpAmericaUS.org/ C60Complete Black Seed Oil & Curcumin Gel Capsules - Proven 200x more effective than Vitamin C! See the exclusive extra interviews by Joining Patreon or at SarahWestall.tv and watch on Roku, Apple TV, Google TV and more Consider supporting this channel by joining Patreon at Patreon.com/SarahWestall - See interview exclusives, receive discount coupons, and more! Sign up for my newsletter, Twitter, Facebook, Odysee, Bitchute and other platforms @ SarahWestall.com/Subscribe See the full video on Odysee or Bitchute See more information on great products, including the C60 BlackSeed Oil Gel Caps, Defytime Telomere Lengthening, and much more @ http://SarahWestall.com/Shop General Paul Vallely Biography Paul E. Vallely, Major General, US Army (ret) was born in DuBois, Pa. He retired in 1991 from the US Army as Deputy Commanding General, US Army, Pacific in Honolulu, Hawaii. General Vallely graduated from the US Military Academy at West Point and was commissioned in the Army in 1961 serving a distinguishing career of 32 years in the Army. General Vallely is a graduate of the Infantry School, Ranger and Airborne Schools, Jumpmaster School, the Command and General Staff School, The Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College. His combat service in Vietnam included positions as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer, military advisor and aide-de-camp. He has over fifteen (15) years experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations. He served in many overseas theaters to include Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries as well as two combat tours in Vietnam. He has served on US security assistance missions on civilian-military relations to Europe, Japan, Korea, Thailand, Indonesia and Central America with in-country experience in Indonesia, Columbia, El Salvador, Panama, Honduras and Guatemala. He has served as a consultant to the Commanding General of the Special Operations Command as well as the DOD Anti-Drug and Counter -Terrorist Task Forces. He also designed and developed the Host-Nation Support Program in the Pacific for DOD and the State Department. He has in-country security assistance – experience in Israel, Iraq, Kuwait, El Salvador, Columbia and Indonesia in the development of civil-military relations interfacing with senior level military and civilian leadership. General Vallely has been a military analyst on television and radio for over ten years. He is also a guest lecturer on National Security, international political, economic issues, strategic planning matters and the Global War against Radical Islam and other threats to America. He and LTG Thomas McInerney authored the book, “Endgame” – Blueprint for Victory for Winning the War on Terror”, “Warfooting” and “Baghdad Ablaze”. He is a member and founder of the Iran Policy Committee. He is the Chairman of the Stand Up America. He was the senior military analyst for the Fox News Channel from 2000 -2007. General Vallely conducts an average of 4-6 national radio show interviews per week and is well known for his published articles on a multitude of subjects and issues. He and his wife, Marian, are the co-trustees of the Scott Vallely Soldiers Memorial Fund and reside in Montana. He and Mrs. Vallely are deeply involved in state and local issues as well as supporting a multitude of community events and activities.
General Paul Vallely joins the program to discuss the election coup and the ongoing Cyberwar against the American people. He shares his intelligence on China and how their grip on our major institutions is a clear and present danger. You can see more of his analysis and ongoing work at StandUpAmericaUS.org/ C60Complete Black Seed Oil & Curcumin Gel Capsules - Proven 200x more effective than Vitamin C! See the exclusive extra interviews by Joining Patreon or at SarahWestall.tv and watch on Roku, Apple TV, Google TV and more Consider supporting this channel by joining Patreon at Patreon.com/SarahWestall - See interview exclusives, receive discount coupons, and more! Sign up for my newsletter, Twitter, Facebook, Odysee, Bitchute and other platforms @ SarahWestall.com/Subscribe See the full video on Odysee or Bitchute See more information on great products, including the C60 BlackSeed Oil Gel Caps, Defytime Telomere Lengthening, and much more @ http://SarahWestall.com/Shop General Paul Vallely Biography Paul E. Vallely, Major General, US Army (ret) was born in DuBois, Pa. He retired in 1991 from the US Army as Deputy Commanding General, US Army, Pacific in Honolulu, Hawaii. General Vallely graduated from the US Military Academy at West Point and was commissioned in the Army in 1961 serving a distinguishing career of 32 years in the Army. General Vallely is a graduate of the Infantry School, Ranger and Airborne Schools, Jumpmaster School, the Command and General Staff School, The Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College. His combat service in Vietnam included positions as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer, military advisor and aide-de-camp. He has over fifteen (15) years experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations. He served in many overseas theaters to include Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries as well as two combat tours in Vietnam. He has served on US security assistance missions on civilian-military relations to Europe, Japan, Korea, Thailand, Indonesia and Central America with in-country experience in Indonesia, Columbia, El Salvador, Panama, Honduras and Guatemala. He has served as a consultant to the Commanding General of the Special Operations Command as well as the DOD Anti-Drug and Counter -Terrorist Task Forces. He also designed and developed the Host-Nation Support Program in the Pacific for DOD and the State Department. He has in-country security assistance – experience in Israel, Iraq, Kuwait, El Salvador, Columbia and Indonesia in the development of civil-military relations interfacing with senior level military and civilian leadership. General Vallely has been a military analyst on television and radio for over ten years. He is also a guest lecturer on National Security, international political, economic issues, strategic planning matters and the Global War against Radical Islam and other threats to America. He and LTG Thomas McInerney authored the book, “Endgame” – Blueprint for Victory for Winning the War on Terror”, “Warfooting” and “Baghdad Ablaze”. He is a member and founder of the Iran Policy Committee. He is the Chairman of the Stand Up America. He was the senior military analyst for the Fox News Channel from 2000 -2007. General Vallely conducts an average of 4-6 national radio show interviews per week and is well known for his published articles on a multitude of subjects and issues. He and his wife, Marian, are the co-trustees of the Scott Vallely Soldiers Memorial Fund and reside in Montana. He and Mrs. Vallely are deeply involved in state and local issues as well as supporting a multitude of community events and activities.
As we’ve been covering the activity of the Chinese Communist Party or the CCP in the US…we’re about to discover the CCP’s tentacles in our neighbor to the north: Canada. And this will be a shocker…We’ll discuss this in more depth with General Paul Vallely…Maj. Gen. PAUL VALLELY is a West Point graduate, a retired Deputy Commanding General for the US Army, a veteran of two combat tours in Vietnam, and a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College.Throughout his 32-year military career, Maj. Gen. Vallely served in positions such as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer & military advisor. His theaters of operation included: Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries. He has over fifteen (15) years’ experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations.Gen. Vallely has served as a military analyst for the FOX News Channel and is a guest on numerous nationally syndicated radio & TV talk shows. He's a bestselling author and the Founder of Stand Up America.
REELTalk Special Edition: 8 PM ET Election 2020 - The Consequences with Major General Paul Vallely Time is of the essence for our Republic…the choices are clear. The communist leanings of Joe Biden and the Democrat party…or…the free market…free speech…Greatness of America that our ancestors dreamt for us all, with President Donald Trump. What are the consequences if the former wins?We'll discuss this in depth with General Paul Vallely...Maj. Gen. PAUL VALLELY is a West Point graduate, a retired Deputy Commanding General for the US Army, a veteran of two combat tours in Vietnam, and a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College.Throughout his 32-year military career, Maj. Gen. Vallely served in positions such as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer & military advisor. His theaters of operation included: Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries. He has over fifteen (15) years’ experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations.Gen. Vallely has served as a military analyst for the FOX News Channel and is a guest on numerous nationally syndicated radio & TV talk shows. He's a bestselling author and the Founder of Stand Up America.
Key Points: Data protection, network security, and Cyber Security Awareness MonthProgress made by U.S. corporations/municipalities to better prepare and defend themselves against cyber-attacks Election security and disinformation campaigns designed to undermine the confidence in our electoral systemBy volume, China conducts the most disinformation attacksNation states including China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea and the great power competitionRising China: cyber, AI/machine learning, quantum computing, and threats to critical infrastructureGlobal risks to data and implementation of 5GRecidivist Russia: cyber capabilities and their desire to be viewed as a global superpower Russia has the most sophisticated cyber capabilities Revolutionary Iran: U.S. financial sector viewed as the center of power and likelihood of a more destructive cyber-attackU.S. policy towards cyber-attacks against our interestsCyber criminals and digital currenciesRisk to global supply chains Lieutenant General (Ret.) Vincent R. Stewart is an Academy Securities’ Advisory Board Member. Lieutenant General Stewart served in the United States Marine Corps for over 35 years. He most recently served as Deputy Commander, U.S. Cyber Command. Prior to this assignment, Lieutenant General Stewart served as the 20th Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency. A native of Chicago, Illinois, by way of Kingston, Jamaica, Lieutenant General Stewart graduated from Western Illinois University, earning his commission in 1981. He has served as an armor officer and subsequently as a signal’s intelligence and intelligence officer, commanding at every level. Lieutenant General Stewart earned master’s degrees in National Security and Strategic Studies from the Naval War College, Newport, R.I. and in National Resource Strategy from the Industrial College of the Armed Forces, National Defense University, Washington, D.C. Lieutenant General Stewart’s military decorations include: the Defense Superior Service Medal; the Legion of Merit with one gold star; the Bronze Star; the Meritorious Service Medal with one gold star; the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal, with two gold stars; the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal; the Combat Action Ribbon; the National Intelligence Distinguished Service Medal; and various unit awards. Peter Tchir is head of Macro Strategy at Academy Securities. He has 25 years in the industry focusing on fixed income. He has traded and structured products ranging from complex transactions, junk bonds, liquid CDS indices, and ETFs. This background helps bring a unique frame of reference to his market strategies and analysis. It helps him focus on what is relevant for the here and now for investors and issuers. He has worked closely with a wide range of investors and portfolio managers since he established TF Market Advisors as an independent firm in 2010. He is regularly quoted in the media for his views on the macro outlook and fixed income strategies. His expertise provides insight into risk, identifying opportunities on a global macro basis, with an emphasis on fixed income. As the Head of Macro Strategy, Peter communicates these opportunities and approaches effectively to customers. Peter received a B.S. in mathematics and computer sciences from the University of Waterloo and an MBA with distinction from Vanderbilt University, where he also won the Matt Wiggington Leadership Award for outstanding performance in finance.
REELTalk Special Edition: 8 PM ET Eyes On China - National Security with Major General Paul Vallely We’re beginning the Eyes on China series where we’ll be digging deeper into the workings of the CCP in the US and exposing it for all to see.We'll discuss this and more with General Paul Vallely...Maj. Gen. PAUL VALLELY is a West Point graduate, a retired Deputy Commanding General for the US Army, a veteran of two combat tours in Vietnam, and a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College.Throughout his 32-year military career, Maj. Gen. Vallely served in positions such as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer & military advisor. His theaters of operation included: Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries. He has over fifteen (15) years’ experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations.Gen. Vallely has served as a military analyst for the FOX News Channel and is a guest on numerous nationally syndicated radio & TV talk shows. He's a bestselling author and the Founder of Stand Up America.
We’re beginning the Eyes on China series where we’ll be digging deeper into the workings of the CCP in the US and exposing it for all to see.We'll discuss this and more with General Paul Vallely...Maj. Gen. PAUL VALLELY is a West Point graduate, a retired Deputy Commanding General for the US Army, a veteran of two combat tours in Vietnam, and a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College.Throughout his 32-year military career, Maj. Gen. Vallely served in positions such as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer & military advisor. His theaters of operation included: Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries. He has over fifteen (15) years’ experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations.Gen. Vallely has served as a military analyst for the FOX News Channel and is a guest on numerous nationally syndicated radio & TV talk shows. He's a bestselling author and the Founder of Stand Up America.
The CCP, in its demonic and infantile behavior against the US, has now targeted Brazil to draw them away from their alliance with America. Will Brazil’s Bolsonaro awaken to the danger of trading with these tyrants of Asia? We'll discuss this and more with General Paul Vallely...Maj. Gen. PAUL VALLELY is a West Point graduate, a retired Deputy Commanding General for the US Army, a veteran of two combat tours in Vietnam, and a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College.Throughout his 32-year military career, Maj. Gen. Vallely served in positions such as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer & military advisor. His theaters of operation included: Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries. He has over fifteen (15) years’ experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations.Gen. Vallely has served as a military analyst for the FOX News Channel and is a guest on numerous nationally syndicated radio & TV talk shows. He's a bestselling author and the Founder of Stand Up America.
New York-based Global Service Center for Quitting the CCP boldly launched an on-line petition www.EndCCP.com: Eliminate the Demon Chinese Communist Party. Is the tide turning against the CCP?We'll discuss this and more with General Paul Vallely...Maj. Gen. PAUL VALLELY is a West Point graduate, a retired Deputy Commanding General for the US Army, a veteran of two combat tours in Vietnam, and a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College.Throughout his 32-year military career, Maj. Gen. Vallely served in positions such as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer & military advisor. His theaters of operation included: Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries. He has over fifteen (15) years’ experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations.Gen. Vallely has served as a military analyst for the FOX News Channel and is a guest on numerous nationally syndicated radio & TV talk shows. He's a bestselling author and the Founder of Stand Up America.
W. Cleon Skousen, author of The Five Thousand Year Leap, wrote: "The United States has a manifest destiny to be an example and a blessing in sharing and promoting the principles of liberty." Is this precisely why the enemies of freedom, like the CCP and their ilk now destroying major cities in America, are targeting: Freedom itself? We'll discuss this and more with General Paul Vallely...Maj. Gen. PAUL VALLELY is a West Point graduate, a retired Deputy Commanding General for the US Army, a veteran of two combat tours in Vietnam, and a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College.Throughout his 32-year military career, Maj. Gen. Vallely served in positions such as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer & military advisor. His theaters of operation included: Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries. He has over fifteen (15) years’ experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations.Gen. Vallely has served as a military analyst for the FOX News Channel and is a guest on numerous nationally syndicated radio & TV talk shows. He's a bestselling author and the Founder of Stand Up America.
For almost 4 decades, the CCP has used worldwide integration and economic enticements to bring other countries under the Communist Party’s sway. The CCP's tentacles reach far beyond China’s borders politically, economic, culturally, and academically. Is the CCP or Chinese Communist Party waging a stealth war on the US through their relationship with Academia in the US?We'll discuss this with General Paul Vallely...Maj. Gen. PAUL VALLELY is a West Point graduate, a retired Deputy Commanding General for the US Army, a veteran of two combat tours in Vietnam, and a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College.Throughout his 32-year military career, Maj. Gen. Vallely served in positions such as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer & military advisor. His theaters of operation included: Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries. He has over fifteen (15) years’ experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations.Gen. Vallely has served as a military analyst for the FOX News Channel and is a guest on numerous nationally syndicated radio & TV talk shows. He's a bestselling author and the Founder of Stand Up America.
This is the second of a two-part interview with Major General John Pletcher. In this episode of Office Call, Lt Col John Forbes finishes his interview with Maj Gen John Pletcher. General Pletcher is the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Budget, Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Financial Management and Comptroller. He is responsible for planning and directing the formulation and execution of the Air Force's budgets totaling more than $160 billion annually. He leads a staff of military and civilian financial managers who develop, integrate, justify and defend Air Force resource requests to the Office of the Secretary of Defense, the Office of Management and Budget and Congress. He manages and executes funding that supports military operations and Air Force priorities at the direction of the Secretary of Defense and Congress. General Pletcher received a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics from the University of Minnesota-Duluth and was commissioned through the ROTC program in 1988. His Air Force experience includes financial management and comptroller assignments in an Air Force research laboratory, deployed environment, wing level, major command and the Pentagon. He has commanded at the squadron and group level, as well as in the deployed arena. He has served in all three Air Force financial management disciplines, starting out as an accounting and finance officer, before attending the Air Force Institute of Technology Cost Analysis program, and then served in budget assignments at both the major command and Air Staff level. General Pletcher is a 2006 graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces. Prior to this assignment, he was the Comptroller, Headquarters Air Force Materiel Command, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio.
In this episode of Office Call, Lt Col John Forbes interviews Maj Gen John Pletcher, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Budget, Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Financial Management and Comptroller. This is the second of a series of interviews where we have conversations with senior leaders from the Air Force Financial Management community to get to know them better as individuals, gain insights into lessons learned from their successes, as well as challenges they have overcome. General Pletcher is responsible for planning and directing the formulation and execution of the Air Force's budgets totaling more than $160 billion annually. He leads a staff of military and civilian financial managers who develop, integrate, justify and defend Air Force resource requests to the Office of the Secretary of Defense, the Office of Management and Budget and Congress. He manages and executes funding that supports military operations and Air Force priorities at the direction of the Secretary of Defense and Congress. General Pletcher received a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics from the University of Minnesota-Duluth and was commissioned through the ROTC program in 1988. His Air Force experience includes financial management and comptroller assignments in an Air Force research laboratory, deployed environment, wing level, major command and the Pentagon. He has commanded at the squadron and group level, as well as in the deployed arena. He has served in all three Air Force financial management disciplines, starting out as an accounting and finance officer, before attending the Air Force Institute of Technology Cost Analysis program, and then served in budget assignments at both the major command and Air Staff level. General Pletcher is a 2006 graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces. Prior to this assignment, he was the Comptroller, Headquarters Air Force Materiel Command, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. Our mentions: The Knowledge Project Ep. #80 - John Maxwell: Developing the Leader in You
Captain Greg Zettler speaks about lessons of integrity as a priority of his education at the United States Naval Academy. Captain Zettler speaks about the significance of service and recommends one assumes that everyone on their team has noble intent. Captain Zettler stresses the importance of creating individual ownership of the collective mission. The best advice Captain Zettler has received was to not try to by perfect: to rely on his innate ability and the training he has been provided. Zettler’s advice for those entering the military is relevant life advice for any person, especially youth: “Come in ready to learn, ready to work hard, ready to embrace the opportunities that come your way. Strive to achieve the mission. Embrace your own ownership for the mission.” For Captain Greg Zettler, valor is the willingness to do the right thing in the face of potential consequences to yourself. “Captain Greg Zettler became the USS Norfolk's 16th Commanding Officer November 18, 2011. He graduated from the Naval Academy in May of 1994 with a Bachelor of Science in General Engineering. He has also earned a Master's Degree in Leadership and Human Resource Development from the Naval Postgraduate School and a Master's Degree in National Security Resources from the Industrial College of the Armed Forces. He has received several decorations in his career” (United States Navy).Bob Feller Act of Valor Foundation: http://www.actofvaloraward.org/Podcast hosts: Tyler Buchholz, Nathaniel Cameron, and Colin KirkSpecial thank you to Editors Galen Odell and Jack MetcalfeSupport the show (https://customcoinholders.com/product/walk-of-heroes/)
Is the CCP or Chinese Communist Party waging a stealth war on the US through their Sister-Cities and Confucius Institutes and Centers in the US? Is this their propaganda arm within our borders?We'll discuss this with General Paul Vallely...Maj. Gen. PAUL VALLELY is a West Point graduate, a retired Deputy Commanding General for the US Army, a veteran of two combat tours in Vietnam, and a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College.Throughout his 32-year military career, Maj. Gen. Vallely served in positions such as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer & military advisor. His theaters of operation included: Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries. He has over fifteen (15) years’ experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations.Gen. Vallely has served as a military analyst for the FOX News Channel and is a guest on numerous nationally syndicated radio & TV talk shows. He's a bestselling author and the Founder of Stand Up America.
The world is busy emerging from the CCP Virus. Instead of reporting the deadly outbreak in Wuhan when it first appeared, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) engaged in a cover-up, intimidating brave whistleblowers like the late Dr. Li Wenliang, destroying samples that pointed to the virus’s origin, and shutting down a laboratory that shared the virus’s genetic sequence on the Internet. By the time the CCP switched from cover-up to containment, it was already too late for the Chinese people and the world. Months later, the CCP is still engaged in a propaganda war about the coronavirus. Last month, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesman speculated that the U.S. Army might have brought the virus to Wuhan.His comments are part of a larger misinformation campaign to shift the blame for this pandemic from Beijing, where it belongs, to literally anyone else.We should not allow the CCP to escape blame for causing this pandemic nor should we put ourselves in a position to be victimized by it again.We'll discuss this with General Paul Vallely...Maj. Gen. PAUL VALLELY is a West Point graduate, a retired Deputy Commanding General for the US Army, a veteran of two combat tours in Vietnam, and a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College.Throughout his 32-year military career, Maj. Gen. Vallely served in positions such as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer & military advisor. His theaters of operation included: Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries. He has over fifteen (15) years’ experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations.Gen. Vallely has served as a military analyst for the FOX News Channel and is a guest on numerous nationally syndicated radio & TV talk shows. He's a bestselling author and the Founder of Stand Up America.
Description: I was approached several months ago about interviewing Steven and Paul regarding their book Hardiness: Making Stress Work for You to Achieve Your Life Goals. I was fascinated by the book and shared the following review from one of my Career Pivot Community members - Hardiness: Making Stress Work for You to Achieve Your Life Goals [Book Review]. I think you will find this topic is especially relevant during the current CoronaVirus pandemic. Here are their bios: Steven J. Stein, PhD is a clinical psychologist and the founder and executive chair of Multi-Health Systems (MHS), a leading assessment and behavior analytics company. He is a former chair of the Psychology Foundation of Canada, former president of the Ontario Psychological Association, former assistant professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Toronto, and former adjunct course director in the Psychology Department at York University. He teaches at the Directors College of Canada, a university-accredited corporate director education program. He is a fellow of the Canadian Psychological Association. His work has been featured in numerous newspapers, TV shows, radio programs, podcasts, webinars, and magazines. He shares information on emotional intelligence and hardiness with audiences around the world. Paul T. Bartone, COL (Ret) is currently a Visiting Research Fellow at the Institute for National Security Policy, National Defense University. Over his 25-year career in the U.S. Army, Bartone served as Commander of the U.S. Army Medical Research Unit-Europe; he also taught leadership and psychology at the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and at the U.S. Military Academy, West Point, where he was Director of the Leader Development Research Center. As the Army’s senior research psychologist, he served as Research Psychology Consultant to the Surgeon General and as Assistant Corps Chief for Medical Allied Sciences. A Fulbright scholar, Bartone is past-President of the American Psychological Association's Society for Military Psychology, a charter member of the Association for Psychological Science, and a life member and Fellow of the American Psychological Association. He holds an M.A. and Ph.D. in Psychology and Human Development from the University of Chicago. For the full show notes click here.
REELTalk: Chinese Coronavirus and US National Security with Major General Paul VallelyThe MSM continues to tell half truths about the Chinese coronavirus and spin some of the population into a hoarding frenzy…but the President has masterfully taken control to prevent the virus from spreading in the US. Is the virus’ spread the only concern or are there untold circumstances that the virus may cause that could harm our national security? MG Vallely will answer this and more!Maj. Gen. PAUL VALLELY is a West Point graduate, a retired Deputy Commanding General for the US Army, a veteran of two combat tours in Vietnam, and a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College.Throughout his 32-year military career, Maj. Gen. Vallely served in positions such as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer & military advisor. His theaters of operation included: Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries. He has over fifteen (15) years’ experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations.Gen. Vallely has served as a military analyst for the FOX News Channel and is a guest on numerous nationally syndicated radio & TV talk shows. He's a bestselling author and the Founder of Stand Up America.
The MSM continues to tell half truths about the Chinese coronavirus and spin some of the population into a hoarding frenzy…but the President has masterfully taken control to prevent the virus from spreading in the US. Is the virus’ spread the only concern or are there untold circumstances that the virus may cause that could harm our national security? MG Vallely will answer this and more!Maj. Gen. PAUL VALLELY is a West Point graduate, a retired Deputy Commanding General for the US Army, a veteran of two combat tours in Vietnam, and a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Army War College.Throughout his 32-year military career, Maj. Gen. Vallely served in positions such as infantry company commander, intelligence officer, operations officer & military advisor. His theaters of operation included: Europe and the Pacific Rim Countries. He has over fifteen (15) years’ experience in Special Operations, Psychological and Civil-Military Operations.Gen. Vallely has served as a military analyst for the FOX News Channel and is a guest on numerous nationally syndicated radio & TV talk shows. He's a bestselling author and the Founder of Stand Up America.
Bill Schafer was born to a career Army Soldier. His father per- formed his patriotic duty in many locations during his 20+ years in the Army. Bill and his four siblings were born in different locations (New York, Oklahoma, Texas, Kentucky, Germany). Floyd and his wife of 65+ years now reside in Maryland. Maryland is where Bill met Robin in 1981 and they married in 1984. Robin dedicated herself to taking care of soldiers and their families and raised their three outstanding children. Jacqueline, born in North Carolina, now lives in Atlanta, GA. She obtained her masters degree and now works in management. Krystalle, born in Germany, lives in San Antonio, TX and is a school teacher. Joseph, born in Arkansas, lives in Tucson, AZ and is a Doctoral Candidate at the University of Arizona. Bill is a retired Colonel from the United States Army with over 32 years of uniformed service and 5 years of service as a Department of the Army Civilian. Bill retired from the Army in October 2014. He continued to work until 2019 as Director of Human Resources. He and his wife, Robin, chose to make Iowa their home and reside in Warren county. Bill graduated from East Stroudsburg University of Pennsyl- vania with a Bachelor of Science in Economics. A Distinguished Military Graduate, he was commissioned 2nd Lieutenant and was a perfect fit for the United States Army Infantry. Bill is a graduate of the Infantry Officer Basic and Advanced Courses, Command and General Staff College and the Senior Service College. He earned a Master of Arts in Human Resources Management from Webster University of Missouri and a Master of Science in National Resource Strategy from the Industrial College of the Armed Forces Lieutenant Schafer was first assigned to the 1st Battalion (Air- borne), 325th Infantry, 82nd Airborne Division, Fort Bragg where he served as a Rifle Platoon Leader, Mortar Platoon Leader, Anti- Tank Platoon Leader and Company Executive Officer. He was then assigned to Kirchgoens, Germany serving as the Human Resource Officer. Later he deployed to combat during Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm as Commander of C Company of the 5th Bat- talion, 5th Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade, 3rd Armor Division. His other military assignments included Anti-tank Platoon Ob- server/Controller and Rifle Company Senior Observer/Controller for Joint Readiness Training Center; Small Group Instructor for the Infantry Officer Advanced Course, 1st Battalion, 11th Infantry Regiment; Commander, E Company of the 4th Ranger Training Battalion and the Assistant Operations Officer of the Ranger Train- ing Brigade. After graduating from the Command & General Staff Officer College, Major Schafer served as the Human Resource Officer for the Infantry Training Brigade at Fort Benning, Georgia; Executive Officer for the 2nd Battalion, 19th Infantry Regiment, Infantry Training Brigade; Operations Officer for the 4th Ranger Training Battalion, Ranger Training Brigade; Executive Officer for the 1st Battalion, 30th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division; and Operations Officer for the 3rd Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division. Lieutenant Colonel Schafer served overseas in Osan, Korea as the Operations Officer for the 3rd Battlefield Coordination Detach- ment of the 8th Armys Combined/Joint Operations Center. He was then deployed to Iraq as the Commander, 1st Battalion, 12th In- fantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade, 4th Infantry Division as part of Oper- ation Iraqi Freedom. After returning from Iraq, Lieutenant Colonel Schafer transitioned the Infantry Battalion into 2nd Squadron, 9th Cavalry Regiment. He also served as a Senior Infantry Battalion Observer Controller at the Joint Readiness Training Center at Fort Polk, Louisiana and Chief, Joint Training Functional Capabilities Board, Operational Plans and Joint Force Development, J7 at the Pentagon. While assigned to First Army, Colonel Schafer served as Commander, 5th Armored Brigade, Division West; Deputy Chief of Staff, for Operations (G3), and culminated his military career as the Chief of Staff. His recognitions include the Superior Civilian Service Award, Commanders Award for Civilian Service, Defense Superior Ser- vice Medal, Legion of Merit, Bronze Star Medal, Bronze Star with 2 awards of Valor, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritori- ous Service Metal, Army Commendation Medal, Army Achieve- ment Medal, Valorous Unit Award, Southwest Asia Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary, Global War on Terrorism and Korea Defense Service Medals, Combat Infantryman Badge, Expert Infantry Badge, Master Parachute Badge, and the Ranger Tab.Bill Schafer served in the Department of the Army, First Army as the Senior Human Resource Director, Deputy Chief of Staff (G-1) for Headquarters from October 2014 through May 2019. He resigned from federal service in May 2019 in order to run for The United States Congress and continue his life of service as a representative for the Iowans of district 3. Website: schaferforcongress.com Email: contact@schaferforcongress.com Facebook: me/Billschaferiowacongress Twitter: @billschaferiowa
Episode 161: The Temple of Set & The Universe Michael A. Aquino is a Lt. Colonel, Psychological Operations, U.S. Army (Ret.). He is a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces, National Defense University; Defense Intelligence College, Defense Intelligence Agency; Foreign Service Institute, Department of State; U.S. Army Special Warfare Center (Special Forces (“Green Beret”)/Psychological Operations/Civil Affairs/Foreign Area Officer); U.S. Army Command & General Staff College; U.S. Army Intelligence School, and U.S. Army Space Institute. Myke Hideous would later join the interview as a special co-host. As things begin, Dr. Aquino takes us into his extensive background, starting from academic and military key points. He talks about his childhood and how he came to discover the church of satan. He discusses how he broke away from the Church of Satan, to form The Temple of Set. Dr. Aquino tried vigorously to make amends, with Anton LaVey. He talks about his time and interaction with Sammy Davis Jr. He was deeply affected by the way things soured between him and LaVey. Michael asks Dr. Aquino about his time in Vietnam, and operation wandering soul. Operation Wandering Soul was a propaganda campaign exercised by U.S. Forces during the Vietnam War. The operation played off the belief of many Vietnamese in the “wandering soul”. The Conversation leads to ET Life, and the 2020 elections also a couple of callers dialed in.
Episode 161: The Temple of Set & The Universe Michael A. Aquino is a Lt. Colonel, Psychological Operations, U.S. Army (Ret.). He is a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces, National Defense University; Defense Intelligence College, Defense Intelligence Agency; Foreign Service Institute, Department of State; U.S. Army Special Warfare Center (Special Forces (“Green Beret”)/Psychological Operations/Civil Affairs/Foreign Area Officer); U.S. Army Command & General Staff College; U.S. Army Intelligence School, and U.S. Army Space Institute. Myke Hideous would later join the interview as a special co-host. As things begin, Dr. Aquino takes us into his extensive background, starting from academic and military key points. He talks about his childhood and how he came to discover the church of satan. He discusses how he broke away from the Church of Satan, to form The Temple of Set. Dr. Aquino tried vigorously to make amends, with Anton LaVey. He talks about his time and interaction with Sammy Davis Jr. He was deeply affected by the way things soured between him and LaVey. Michael asks Dr. Aquino about his time in Vietnam, and operation wandering soul. Operation Wandering Soul was a propaganda campaign exercised by U.S. Forces during the Vietnam War. The operation played off the belief of many Vietnamese in the “wandering soul”. The Conversation leads to ET Life, and the 2020 elections also a couple of callers dialed in. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Episode 134: 3 michaels dont make a right Michael A. Aquino is a Lt. Colonel, Psychological Operations, U.S. Army (Ret.). He is a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces, National Defense University; Defense Intelligence College, Defense Intelligence Agency; Foreign Service Institute, Department of State; U.S. Army Special Warfare Center (Special Forces (“Green Beret”)/Psychological Operations/Civil Affairs/Foreign Area Officer); U.S. Army Command & General Staff College; U.S. Army Intelligence School, and U.S. Army Space Institute. Michael ask's Dr. Aquino about the wildfires in California and the occasional, walking on human feces on the sidewalks of San Francisco. (lovely) Dr. Aquino takes us into his extensive background, starting from his academic and military background. He also discusses the afterlife, He talks about his childhood and how he came to discover the church of Satan. He discusses how he broke away from the Church of Satan, to form The Temple of Set. He was deeply affected by LaVeys passing.
Episode 134: 3 michaels dont make a right Michael A. Aquino is a Lt. Colonel, Psychological Operations, U.S. Army (Ret.). He is a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces, National Defense University; Defense Intelligence College, Defense Intelligence Agency; Foreign Service Institute, Department of State; U.S. Army Special Warfare Center (Special Forces (“Green Beret”)/Psychological Operations/Civil Affairs/Foreign Area Officer); U.S. Army Command & General Staff College; U.S. Army Intelligence School, and U.S. Army Space Institute. Michael ask’s Dr. Aquino about the wildfires in California and the occasional, walking on human feces on the sidewalks of San Francisco. (lovely) Dr. Aquino takes us into his extensive background, starting from his academic and military background. He also discusses the afterlife, He talks about his childhood and how he came to discover the church of Satan. He discusses how he broke away from the Church of Satan, to form The Temple of Set. He was deeply affected by LaVeys passing. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
This event is a part of the Global Impact Discussion Series by founder and moderator Patricia Schouker, IWP alumna. About the Book: This highly accessible book provides new material and a fresh perspective on American National Intelligence practice, focusing on the first fifty years of the twentieth century, when the United States took on the responsibilities of a global superpower during the first years of the Cold War. Late to the art of intelligence, the United States during World War II created a new model of combining intelligence collection and analytic functions into a single organization—the OSS. At the end of the war, President Harry Truman and a small group of advisors developed a new, centralized agency directly subordinate to and responsible to the President, despite entrenched institutional resistance. Instrumental to the creation of the CIA was a group known colloquially as the “Missouri Gang,” which included not only President Truman but equally determined fellow Missourians Clark Clifford, Sidney Souers, and Roscoe Hillenkoetter. About the Author: Richard E. Schroeder specializes in Cold War and intelligence issues. His Ph.D dissertation at the University of Chicago was on the Hitler Youth as a paramilitary organization. Trained as an infantry platoon leader, he served as a US Army intelligence officer on the Army Staff in Washington, DC, and the US Military Command in Vietnam. He is the author of classified US Army political studies. Following his tour in Vietnam, he was research director on the Louisiana gubernatorial campaign of the late Congressman Gillis W. Long. During his thirty-one year career as an officer of the Central Intelligence Agency's Clandestine Service, he held senior management positions both in Washington and Europe in the CIA Directorates of Operations and Science and Technology, and spent three years in CIA's Office of Congressional Affairs responsible for Directorate of Operations liaison with Congressional Intelligence Oversight Committees. He also served as Deputy Director of the CIA Center for the Study of Intelligence. His final assignment before retirement in 2003 was as CIA Chair and Professor of Political Science at National Defense University's Industrial College of the Armed Forces. He is a founding member of the Board of Advisors of the International Spy Museum in Washington, DC. He currently consults on national security issues and since 1999 has been an adjunct professor in the graduate Security Studies Program and the undergraduate Science, Technology, and International Affairs Concentration of the Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. He has lectured on intelligence at the Bush School at Texas A&M, the University of Missouri, the Air Force and Naval Academies, Marquette, the Ohio State University, the Patterson School at the University of Kentucky, Westminster College, New Mexico State University, Kent State University, the Allied Museum, Berlin, and the National Security Agency. He and his wife Leah have one son, and live in Washington, DC.
Episode 88: Wandering Soul Lt. Colonel Michael Aquino Joined the program, for a rare & insightful interview. Michael A. Aquino is a Lt. Colonel, Psychological Operations, U.S. Army (Ret.). He is a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces, National Defense University; Defense Intelligence College, Defense Intelligence Agency; Foreign Service Institute, Department of State; U.S. Army Special Warfare Center (Special Forces (“Green Beret”)/Psychological Operations/Civil Affairs/Foreign Area Officer); U.S. Army Command & General Staff College; U.S. Army Intelligence School, and U.S. Army Space Institute. *Second Half* Interview Review & Callers For more information go to michaeldecon.com https://xeper.org
Episode 88: Wandering Soul Lt. Colonel Michael Aquino Joined the program, for a rare & insightful interview. Michael A. Aquino is a Lt. Colonel, Psychological Operations, U.S. Army (Ret.). He is a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces, National Defense University; Defense Intelligence College, Defense Intelligence Agency; Foreign Service Institute, Department of State; U.S. Army Special Warfare Center (Special Forces (“Green Beret”)/Psychological Operations/Civil Affairs/Foreign Area Officer); U.S. Army Command & General Staff College; U.S. Army Intelligence School, and U.S. Army Space Institute. *Second Half* Interview Review & Callers For more information go to michaeldecon.com https://xeper.org --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Episode 59: MindWar Lt. Colonel Michael Aquino Joined the program, for a very in depth interview from past to present. Michael A. Aquino is a Lt. Colonel, Psychological Operations, U.S. Army (Ret.). He is a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces, National Defense University; Defense Intelligence College, Defense Intelligence Agency; Foreign Service Institute, Department of State; U.S. Army Special Warfare Center (Special Forces (“Green Beret”)/Psychological Operations/Civil Affairs/Foreign Area Officer); U.S. Army Command & General Staff College; U.S. Army Intelligence School, and U.S. Army Space Institute. Myke Hideous would later join the interview as a special co-host. A lot of ground is covered, prepare yourself. For More Information go to https://www.xeper.org
Episode 59: MindWar Lt. Colonel Michael Aquino Joined the program, for a very in depth interview from past to present. Michael A. Aquino is a Lt. Colonel, Psychological Operations, U.S. Army (Ret.). He is a graduate of the Industrial College of the Armed Forces, National Defense University; Defense Intelligence College, Defense Intelligence Agency; Foreign Service Institute, Department of State; U.S. Army Special Warfare Center (Special Forces (“Green Beret”)/Psychological Operations/Civil Affairs/Foreign Area Officer); U.S. Army Command & General Staff College; U.S. Army Intelligence School, and U.S. Army Space Institute. Myke Hideous would later join the interview as a special co-host. A lot of ground is covered, prepare yourself. For More Information go to https://www.xeper.org --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Download this episode. TD Smyers leads cross-sector collaboration, volunteerism and financial investment in Tarrant County’s diverse communities as President and Chief Executive Officer of our United Way. His dedicated team of fundraisers, social systems experts and support staff are bringing the resources of public philanthropy and a comprehensive partnership network to bear against our toughest social challenges. The unique real-world perspective Smyers brings to the United Way comes from his recent four-year tenure as CEO of the North Texas region of the American Red Cross, a United Way partner agency, where he brought together 12 Red Cross chapters together under one leadership structure. Smyers’ career as a social sector executive began after a 31-year run in the United States Navy. Smyers, a native North Texan, retired in 2011 after his tour as Commanding Officer of Naval Air Station Fort Worth Joint Reserve Base, where he aligned strategic planning for five branches of the military. Prior to taking command of NAS Fort Worth JRB, Smyers served, consecutively, as director of Congressional Affairs/Legislative Liaison, then as director of Collaborative Warfare for Navy Aviation at the Pentagon. Smyers is a graduate of Leadership North Texas (LNT) and Leadership Fort Worth’s “LeaderPrime”. He also serves on the boards of the North Texas Commission and North Texas Leaders and Executives Advocating Diversity (LEAD), as well as the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl Executive Council and Advisory Council of Blue Zones Project. From 2012-2014, Smyers led the city of Fort Worth in the commissioning of USS Fort Worth as chairman of the commissioning committee, and then transitioned that body into an enduring support organization, serving as its first president. Smyers earned a bachelor’s degree from the United States Naval Academy and a master’s degree from the National Defense University’s Industrial College of the Armed Forces. He and his wife Barbara make Fort Worth their home. If you enjoyed this episode, please Comment Share and leave a review… Come Hang With US as WE Discuss The Show Join the Conversation in our Facebook Group Success Champions Each Sunday we send out an email with the 5 episodes that aired along with this interview Sign Up Here Affiliate Links - Which means if you click and buy our company will get paid... Audio Books have been a huge part of my journey. Audible changed the game by taking the books you love and turning them into Audio.... Check it out here https://amzn.to/2KeGXC5 Have you struggled with getting on podcasts? Have you found it difficult getting exposure? Check out what Abigail Sinclaire is doing with Human Network Connection
Download this episode. TD Smyers leads cross-sector collaboration, volunteerism and financial investment in Tarrant County’s diverse communities as President and Chief Executive Officer of our United Way. His dedicated team of fundraisers, social systems experts and support staff are bringing the resources of public philanthropy and a comprehensive partnership network to bear against our toughest social challenges. The unique real-world perspective Smyers brings to the United Way comes from his recent four-year tenure as CEO of the North Texas region of the American Red Cross, a United Way partner agency, where he brought together 12 Red Cross chapters together under one leadership structure. Smyers’ career as a social sector executive began after a 31-year run in the United States Navy. Smyers, a native North Texan, retired in 2011 after his tour as Commanding Officer of Naval Air Station Fort Worth Joint Reserve Base, where he aligned strategic planning for five branches of the military. Prior to taking command of NAS Fort Worth JRB, Smyers served, consecutively, as director of Congressional Affairs/Legislative Liaison, then as director of Collaborative Warfare for Navy Aviation at the Pentagon. Smyers is a graduate of Leadership North Texas (LNT) and Leadership Fort Worth’s “LeaderPrime”. He also serves on the boards of the North Texas Commission and North Texas Leaders and Executives Advocating Diversity (LEAD), as well as the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl Executive Council and Advisory Council of Blue Zones Project. From 2012-2014, Smyers led the city of Fort Worth in the commissioning of USS Fort Worth as chairman of the commissioning committee, and then transitioned that body into an enduring support organization, serving as its first president. Smyers earned a bachelor’s degree from the United States Naval Academy and a master’s degree from the National Defense University’s Industrial College of the Armed Forces. He and his wife Barbara make Fort Worth their home. If you enjoyed this episode, please Comment Share and leave a review… Come Hang With US as WE Discuss The Show Join the Conversation in our Facebook Group Success Champions Each Sunday we send out an email with the 5 episodes that aired along with this interview Sign Up Here Affiliate Links - Which means if you click and buy our company will get paid... Audio Books have been a huge part of my journey. Audible changed the game by taking the books you love and turning them into Audio.... Check it out here https://amzn.to/2KeGXC5 Have you struggled with getting on podcasts? Have you found it difficult getting exposure? Check out what Abigail Sinclaire is doing with Human Network Connection
Becky Halstead, retired Brigadier General, United States Army, founded her own leader consultancy company, STEADFAST Leadership, LLC, following 27 years of service in the U.S. military. Becky specializes in inspirational speaking (nationally and internationally; corporate and academic), developing leader training programs, leader coaching, consulting and advising. Becky translated her military leadership principles and lessons learned, and developed her STEADFAST Leadership model, which she shares with the corporate and academic sector. She authored her first book on leadership, 24/7: The First Person You Must Lead Is YOU. Becky has over 15 years of executive‐level leadership experience, developing and training high-performing, complex and diverse teams capable of strategic planning and execution. She has a proven record of leading change, building successful teams in demanding environments (Afghanistan and Iraq, Germany, South America), and creating innovative solutions, systems and programs to complex problems. She is an experienced leader and logistician, a highly effective communicator, and a strategic planner with exceptional organizational skills. Becky is a 1981 graduate of the United States Military Academy and achieved an historic milestone as the first female graduate of West Point to be promoted to General Officer. She was the senior Commanding General for logistics in Iraq, and was the first female in U.S. history to command in combat at the strategic level. In this capacity she was responsible for leading over 200 multi‐disciplined units (20,000 military and 5,000 civilians) located across 55 different bases, providing supply, maintenance, transportation and distribution support to over 250,000 personnel serving in Iraq. Becky honorably served with the U.S. Army and retired as a General Officer in 2008. The culmination of her career came in 2006 when she became the first female Chief of Ordnance and Commanding General of the Army’s Ordnance Center and Schools (equivalent to President of a University), responsible for the leader development and institutional training for the second largest branch in the army with over 100,000 members of the Ordnance Corps. During active service, she served in Europe as the Deputy Commanding General (Chief Operating Officer) for the 21st Theater Support Command and has experience leading a multi-national team in wholesale level logistics operations. Prior to Europe, she served as the Chief Advisor to the Combatant Commander (Four Star General) for Southern Command, whose responsibility encompassed military training and operations for South America. She was also responsible for coordinating directly with high‐level organizations such as Office of the Secretary of Defense, Joint Chiefs of Staff, Department of State, U.S. Congress, U.S. Ambassadors and equivalent foreign military and civilian organizations. Becky earned a B.S. in Engineering from West Point, an M.S. in National Resource Strategy (Advanced Manufacturing) from the Industrial College of the Armed Forces, National Defense University, and an M.S. in Advanced Military Studies (Visionary Leadership) from the Army Command and General Staff College. She is a member on the Board of Advisors for Principal Solar, and a faculty member with the Thayer Leader Development Group at West Point, a premier executive leader development institute. Becky is a recipient of the 2007 National Women’s History Project award for “Generations of Women Moving History Forward.” From 2009 to 2010, Becky served as a Commissioner on the President’s Military Leadership Diversity Commission. In 2011, her leadership model was a focus of a Harvard Business School Case Study.
Dr. Don Huber, Professor Emeritus of Plant Pathology at Purdue University, holds B.S. and M.S. degrees from the University of Idaho, a Ph-D from Michigan State University, and is a graduate of the US Army Command & General Staff College and Industrial College of the Armed Forces. He was Cereal Pathologist at the University of Idaho for 8 years before joining the Department of Botany & Plant Pathology at Purdue University in 1971. His agricultural research the past 55 years has focused on the epidemiology and control of soilborne plant pathogens with emphasis on microbial ecology, cultural and biological controls, nutrient-disease interactions, pesticide-disease interactions and techniques for rapid microbial identification. On today's episode of Bulletproof Radio, Dave and Dr. Huber talk about glyphosates, GMOs, natural mycotoxins, fertility, concerns for the global population, biological system and more. Enjoy the show!
Dr. Don Huber, Professor Emeritus of Plant Pathology at Purdue University, holds B.S. and M.S. degrees from the University of Idaho, a Ph-D from Michigan State University, and is a graduate of the US Army Command & General Staff College and Industrial College of the Armed Forces. He was Cereal Pathologist at the University of Idaho for 8 years before joining the Department of Botany & Plant Pathology at Purdue University in 1971. His agricultural research the past 55 years has focused on the epidemiology and control of soilborne plant pathogens with emphasis on microbial ecology, cultural and biological controls, nutrient-disease interactions, pesticide-disease interactions and techniques for rapid microbial identification. On today's episode of Bulletproof Radio, Dave and Dr. Huber talk about glyphosates, GMOs, natural mycotoxins, fertility, concerns for the global population, biological system and more. Enjoy the show!
Dr. Thompson is currently course director for the Industrial College of the Armed Forces' strategic leadership course at National Defense University. He brings extensive experience to the position having been an educational administrator in three different colleges, as well as having practical experience in leadership and organizational change. Professor Thompson's primary research interest is leadership development in terms of both one's personal development and growth as facilitated by executive development programs. Dr. Thompson holds a bachelors degree in communications from The College of the Ozarks, a masters degree in sociology from Pepperdine University, and a doctorate in human and organizational learning from The George Washington University. Additionally, he is a retired US Air Force colonel. Dr. Thompson will share his research on what are the best practices for developing executives in organizations and how the armed forces train their leaders for the rigors of war.
For many Social Security might be the only form of income they have when it comes time to retire. Almost every day we see headlines in the news telling us that Social Security is being depleted. Is Social Security in trouble? If so what does this mean to us? Our guest today, former regional commisioner of the Social Security Department, Gordon Sherman. Gordon Sherman is retired from 43-years of service to the military and federal government. During the last 23 years of his career, he was the southeast regional commissioner of the Social Security Administration. Mr. Sherman's many banking affiliations over the years included board positions for Citizens & Southern Bank of Gwinnett County, East Metro Division of Citizens & Southern Bank of Atlanta, The Enterprise Bank of Dunwoody, Georgia, Fidelity National Bank, Fidelity Southern and Regions Bank of Atlanta where he served as board chairman. The National Public Service Award, Ewell T. Bartlett Humanity in Government Award, three Presidential Executive Awards and a Making The King Holiday Award are among the many accolades Sherman has received. He earned a B.S. from Auburn University, a J.D., LL.M. and an honorary LL.D. from Woodrow Wilson College of Law and is a graduate of the Senior Governmental Managers Program, Harvard University, the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College and the Industrial College of the Armed Forces. To contact Gordon Sherman you can email him at gordosherman@aol.com You can listen live by going to www.kpft.org and clicking on the HD3 tab. You can also listen to this episode and others by podcast at: http://directory.libsyn.com/shows/view/id/moneymatters or www.moneymatterspodcast.com
Dr. Thompson is currently course director for the Industrial College of the Armed Forces' strategic leadership course at National Defense University. He brings extensive experience to the position having been an educational administrator in three different colleges, as well as having practical experience in leadership and organizational change. Professor Thompson's primary research interest is leadership development in terms of both one's personal development and growth as facilitated by executive development programs. Dr. Thompson holds a bachelors degree in communications from The College of the Ozarks, a masters degree in sociology from Pepperdine University, and a doctorate in human and organizational learning from The George Washington University. Additionally, he is a retired US Air Force colonel. Dr. Thompson will share his research on what are the best practices for developing executives in organizations and how the armed forces train their leaders for the rigors of war.