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S.O.S. (Stories of Service) - Ordinary people who do extraordinary work

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 140:02

35:25- Daniel Hoffman, Ret. CIA Senior Clandestine Services Officer and a Fox News Contributor Topic: Hamas releasing Edan Alexander 49:21- Corey Lewandowski, Trump 2024 Senior Official Topic: China tariffs deal, prescription drug price cuts 57:49- Jack Ciattarelli, Former New Jersey Assemblyman running as a Republican in the New Jersey Gubernatorial Race Topic: President Trump's endorsement of Jack Ciattarelli 1:10:45- K.T. McFarland, Former Trump Deputy National Security Advisor and the author of "Revolution: Trump, Washington and 'We The People'” Topic: Trump's trip to the Middle East 1:46:07- Ret. Major General Dana Pittard, U.S. Army Veteran who served as Joint Force Land Component Commander-Iraq Topic: Trump's trip to the Middle East 1:58:58- Hans von Spakovsky, Manager of the Heritage Foundation's Election Law Reform Initiative and Senior Legal Fellow at the Edwin Meese III Center for Legal and Judicial Studies Topic: SCOTUS birthright citizenship case 2:07:05- Kyle Bailey, Aviation analyst, pilot, and former FAA Safety Team representative Topic: Latest from Newark AirportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Combat to Comedy: Lt. Col. (Ret.) Robin “Phoenix” Johnson | S.O.S. #195

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 54:52

Send us a text This week, we're joined by Lt. Col. (Ret.) Robin "Phoenix" Johnson—combat veteran, international comedian, and leadership expert. With 20+ years in the U.S. Army and five combat deployments, Robin now uses humor to inspire and lead across the globe. From Armed Forces Entertainment to Stanford classrooms, she shares how laughter can reduce burnout, boost empathy, and reshape workplace culture. Don't miss her powerful insights, leadership lessons, and hilarious takes on soccer sidelines and the mystery of the offsides rule! In This Episode:Robin's path from the battlefield to the comedy stageThe role of humor in leadership, medicine, and resilienceBehind-the-scenes laughs and lessons on using comedy for change Mentioned in This Episode: Stanford School of Medicine.Armed Forces Entertainment,.Thayer Leadership.Institute for Defense & Business.Hoover Institution, and more.Connect with Robin “Phoenix” Johnson:Website: https://robinphoenixjohnson.com/meet-...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robinphoeni...LinkedIn: httpVisit my website: https://thehello.llc/THERESACARPENTERRead my writings on my blog: https://www.theresatapestries.com/Listen to other episodes on my podcast: https://storiesofservice.buzzsprout.comWatch episodes of my podcast:https://www.youtube.com/c/TheresaCarpenter76

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Ep. 3251 Is THIS The REAL REASON Why They Chose This Pope?

Turley Talks

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 47:20

(Note: This episode is from Tonight with Dr. Steve's special Thursday livestream.)A historic chapter begins in the Catholic Church as Cardinal Robert F. Prevost, a Chicago-born American, becomes Pope Leo XIV, marking the first time in history that the papacy has crossed the Atlantic. Beyond the ceremonial awe and international celebration, deep tensions now face the new pontiff: modernist leadership versus a growing traditionalist laity. We'll see the symbolic, political, and theological significance of Pope Leo XIV's election, the Vatican's financial strategies, and the global rise of religious re-traditionalization.In the second part of this episode, we dive deep into Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth's “Less Generals, More GIs” policy and what it means for the future of U.S. military readiness. With my guest, Lt. Col. (Ret.) R. Davis Younts, we explore the bloated command structure, the historical shift in officer-to-troop ratios, and whether these reforms go far enough to restore efficiency, morale, and operational strength in our armed forces.Check Out R. Davis On X Here! https://x.com/DavisYountsCheck Out http://www.themilitarycounsel.com--Go to https://preparewithturley.com right now and stock up on their best-selling 3-Month Emergency Food Kit.Get CHOQ today! At https://choq.com/, Promo Code TURLEY you can text or call them at 50-CHOQ-3000.*The content presented by sponsors may contain affiliate links. When you click and shop the links, Turley Talks may receive a small commission.*--Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and/or leave a review.FOLLOW me on X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/DrTurleyTalksSign up for the 'New Conservative Age Rising' Email Alerts to get lots of articles on conservative trends: https://turleytalks.com/subscribe-to-our-newsletter**The use of any copyrighted material in this podcast is done so for educational and informational purposes only including parody, commentary, and criticism. See Hosseinzadeh v. Klein, 276 F.Supp.3d 34 (S.D.N.Y. 2017); Equals Three, LLC v. Jukin Media, Inc., 139 F. Supp. 3d 1094 (C.D. Cal. 2015). It is believed that this constitutes a "fair use" of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law.

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NH #723: HOT! India/Pakistan Escalation of Hostilities Risks Nukes +cInside Nuclear Launch Command Chain w/Former Head of U.S. Strategic Command + IPPNW’s Ira Helfand at UN for NPT

Nuclear Hotseat hosted by Libbe HaLevy

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 59:42

HOT! India/Pakistan Escalation of Hostilities Risks Nukes + Inside Nuclear Launch Command Chain w/Former Head of U.S. Strategic Command + IPPNW’s Ira Helfand at UN for NPT What you never want to see in your neighborhood… This Week’s Featured Interview: Gen. C. Robert Kehler, Ret., former Commander of the U.S. Strategic Command, explains from inside...

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Leadership from Battlefield Grit to Start-Up Guts

THE LONG BLUE LEADERSHIP PODCAST

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 54:39

In this edition of Long Blue Leadership, host Naviere Walkewicz '99 talks with Emma Przybyslawski '10, an Air Force Academy graduate whose path has taken her from the front lines of tactical special operations in combat zones to the founder's chair at Strike Solutions. SUMMARY With 1,634 confirmed kills, and personal threats from ISIS, Emma knows what high-stakes leadership looks like. She opened up about her transition to the tech world, the power of the Air Force Academy network, and the role that courage, flexibility, and humor play in both survival and success. Whether you're in uniform or in a startup, Emma's insights on active listening and continual growth are essential to your success as a developing or seasoned leader. SHARE THIS EPISODE LINKEDIN | FACEBOOK EMMA'S 10 BEST LEADERSHIP TAKEAWAYS Leadership Requires Courage and Action “You have to be courageous and lean forward… even when you're not sure.” → Leaders don't wait for certainty—they move, learn, and adapt. Course Correction Is a Leadership Strength “You're not always going to get it right, but you can course correct.” → Mistakes aren't fatal if you're willing to pivot and improve. Ownership Is the Price of Admission to Elite Teams “You meet the standard or exceed it—or you're not on the team.” → High-performance cultures are built on individual accountability. Active Listening Builds Trust and Influence “Sometimes somebody just needs you to listen… and engage without fixing.” → Listening is one of a leader's most powerful tools. Feedback Isn't Personal—It's Growth Fuel “Ask for feedback—and be willing to take it.” → Good leaders seek the truth about themselves, even when it stings. You Can Lead From Any Seat Emma's career includes transitions from cadet to combat controller to business owner. → Title doesn't define leadership—character and action do. Clarity of Standards Drives Excellence “There was no rank—just performance. You either deliver or you're gone.” → Clear expectations reduce confusion and elevate teams. Mission Over Ego Her willingness to return to the Academy after leaving shows humility. → Leadership often means swallowing pride for a greater goal. Diversity Demands Curiosity, Not Assumptions “Ask people about their experience—don't assume you understand it.” → Inclusive leaders replace judgment with curiosity. Leaders Multiply Leadership “Your leadership should raise the waterline for everyone around you.” → Leadership is about impact—lifting others as you grow. CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to Emma Prisboslawski's Journey 01:26 Life in Special Operations 07:02 Navigating Chaos: A Day in Emma's Life 10:40 The Academy Experience: A Personal Journey 18:04 Leadership Lessons from Military Experience 27:52 The Importance of Active Listening in Leadership 28:21 The Power of Listening and Empathy 29:51 Navigating Career Transitions 32:18 Embracing Technology and Innovation 35:55 The Importance of Networking 36:24 Building Strike Solutions 37:48 Navigating the Vast Tech Landscape 40:14 Learning from Mistakes 42:31 Giving Back to the Academy 46:31 Continuous Self-Improvement and Leadership ABOUT EMMA BIO Emma Przybyslawski '10 is the daughter of Mj. Gen. (Ret.) Anthony '76 and Priscilla Pzybyslawski. She spent her childhood counting the number of states she lived in as a military brat. While at the Academy, she loved living in Cadet Squadron 19 and eventually led the Wolverines as Squadron Commander to Outstanding Squadron of the Year. Upon graduation, Emma was commissioned as a special operations intelligence officer and spent her Air Force career either overseas supporting counterdrug efforts or counterterrorism operations in the Middle East; she was awarded a Bronze Star during her last deployment for her combat efforts in Iraq. She decided to separate from the Air Force in 2016 and started her civilian career in the high-tech industry. Emma has since founded Strike Solutions, a defense company focused on bringing advanced technology solutions to various DoD operational mission sets. In her free time, she has a passion for traveling, food, spending time with family and friends, and sports – but all of those things are best enjoyed with her husband and Air Force pilot Chris Spach and their Bernese Mountain Dogs, Gunner and Harley. CONNECT WITH EMMA LINKEDIN | STRIKE SOLUTIONS ALL PAST LBL EPISODES | ALL LBLPN PRODUCTIONS AVAILABLE ON ALL MAJOR PODCAST PLATFORMS TRANSCRIPT OUR SPEAKERS GUEST: Emma Przybyslawski '10 | HOST: Lt. Col. (Ret.) Naviere Walkewicz '99 KEYWORDS leadership, resilience, military, special operations, personal growth, Air Force Academy, women in combat, entrepreneurship, active listening, mentorship, leadership, empathy, career transition, technology, networking, innovation, military, Air Force Academy, personal growth, mentorship The Long Blue Line Podcast Network is presented by the U.S. Air Force Academy Association & Foundation

Episódio 88 - David Erlich: “A má Política não tem relação com a Filosofia. A Filosofia tem uma relação com a Política quando a Política é boa e quando a Filosofia não é dogmática”

Ponto Final, Parágrafo

Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 56:10

Terminados os vários debates frente-a-frente com vista às eleições legislativas, o filósofo David Erlich reflete sobre a relação da Política com a Filosofia - e está em crer que tem tido lugar uma TikTokização da Política. Não sabemos se os políticos leram o "Retórica", de Aristóteles, mas a filosofia está em cada discurso e debate em que os políticos participam. Nos próximos tempos, teremos não uma, mas três chamadas às urnas. Temos eleições legislativas, autárquicas e presidenciais. Como pode a filosofia ajudar-nos nos dias que vivemos? A Política e a Filosofia sempre andaram de mãos dadas? E será que vivemos tempos de espetacularização da Política? É com uma reflexão sobre retórica que começa este episódio do podcast “Ponto Final, Parágrafo”, em que falamos sobre o novo livro de David Erlich, “A Bebedeira de Kant”, editado pela Editora Planeta.

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The Border, The Budget, and The Conclave

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 85:33

Hugh discusses Iran, the border, the budget bill, and Ukraine-Russia, and talks with Olivia Beavers, Adm. Mark Montgomery (USN, Ret.), Sen. Tom Cotton, Vic Matus, Bethany Mandel, and Terry Pluto.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Joe Piscopo Show 4-29-25

Dark Side of Wikipedia | True Crime & Dark History

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 143:23

37:17- James Rosen, Newsmax Chief Washington Correspondent and the author of "Scalia: Rise to Greatness, 1936-1986" Topic: Trump's first 100 days in office 53:24- Frank Morano, Radio Talk Show Host, Former Producer of "The Joe Piscopo Show" and a Republican candidate for New York City Council Topic: City Council Election Today 1:11:26- Gordon Chang, Asia expert, columnist and author of "China is Going to War" Topic: China's "end-of-regime" conduct 1:25:56- Thomas Homan, Border Czar for the Trump administration Topic: 139 thousand deported since Trump took office 1:36:59- Angelo Vivolo, President of the Columbus Heritage Coalition and the National Columbus Education Foundation, and a board member of the Columbus Citizens Foundation Topic: Trump backing Columbus Day 2:02:20- Daniel Hoffman, Ret. CIA Senior Clandestine Services Officer and a Fox News Contributor Topic: Putin declaring a three-day ceasefire with Ukraine in May 2:12:18- John Larroquette, actor best remembered for his role as Deputy D.A. Dan Fielding on the NBC sitcom "Night Court" Topic: New episodes of "Night Court" airing Tuesday nights at 8:30 on NBC, his storied acting careerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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What You Should Know About RET-Positive NSCLC: Live from TexasLung25

Lung Cancer Considered

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 30:48

In this episode of Lung Cancer Considered, host Dr. Narjust Florez leads a discussion live from the Texas Lung Cancer Conference with Dr. Mihaela Aldea about the key information about RET-positive NSCLC, from diagnostic challenges to treatment selection. Join us in this lively discussion.

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"The Life You Want is Waiting For You" - Ret Taylor 147 | What Is A Misogi?, The Power of Nature & Resisting The "Quick Fix" Culture

'The Mo Show' Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 84:19

Ret Taylor is a founder, former CEO, and transformational coach with over 20-years of experience building and leading purpose-driven businesses around the world. Today, his work centers on helping high-performing individuals unlock what's true, move with clarity, and lead from a place of deep power.He guides leaders through epic retreats, wild Misogi challenges, and one-on-one coaching grounded in his R³ Method—a framework designed to help people Reconnect, Refine, and Rise into their highest potential. Ret lived and worked in Saudi Arabia from 2002–2004 and again from 2012–2014. During those years, he developed a deep and lasting love for the Kingdom's culture, people, and natural beauty—and made many lifelong friends in the process. His connection to Saudi continues to inspire his work with leaders around the world.0:00 Intro4:29 Saudi In 2000's Vs today7:30 Love for Nature11:55 Ned15:00 What Is a “Misogi”?18:40 Selling the Company23:30 Was the Exit Truly Worth It?26:50 Seek Challenge Outside the Comfort Zone39:05 Nature and Clarity43:25 Ozempic The Quick-Fix Culture56:05 Desert Motorcycle Trek1:02:10 Balancing Adventure with Family Life1:06:50 Being Your Authentic Self1:08:50 Dying Regrets1:12:40 Career Start in Saudi1:16:45 Retreats for Executives1:19:55 Leadership Transformation1:21:35 Final Notes

Ret. FBI Agent Reveals: Is Bryan Kohberger Being Manipulated by His Own Mother?

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 25:10

Ret. FBI Agent Reveals: Is Bryan Kohberger Being Manipulated by His Own Mother? Agent Robin Dreeke breaks down Bryan Kohberger's reported refusal to provide an alibi in the Idaho student murders case. Is Kohberger's mother influencing his legal decisions? We dig into reporting by Howard Blum and explore how Kohberger's overconfidence, lack of contingency planning, and outdated crime research may be sabotaging his own defense. From the alleged touch DNA on the knife sheath to the absence of a clear alibi, this episode dissects the behavioral patterns and legal decisions shaping one of the most disturbing murder cases in recent memory. Kohberger's obsession with control, his connections to BTK through professor Katherine Ramsland, and his apparent resistance to guidance from defense attorney Anne Taylor are all examined in this deep-dive. This is a must-watch if you're following the Idaho Four case or the psychological profile emerging from the Kohberger trial. #BryanKohberger #IdahoFour #IdahoStudentMurders #AnneTaylor #RobinDreeke #HowardBlum #BTKConnection #KatherineRamsland #KohbergerAlibi #KohbergerTrial Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

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Ret. FBI Agent Reveals Is Bryan Kohberger Being Manipulated by His Own Mother

Hidden Killers With Tony Brueski | True Crime News & Commentary

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 25:10

Ret. FBI Agent Reveals: Is Bryan Kohberger Being Manipulated by His Own Mother? Agent Robin Dreeke breaks down Bryan Kohberger's reported refusal to provide an alibi in the Idaho student murders case. Is Kohberger's mother influencing his legal decisions? We dig into reporting by Howard Blum and explore how Kohberger's overconfidence, lack of contingency planning, and outdated crime research may be sabotaging his own defense. From the alleged touch DNA on the knife sheath to the absence of a clear alibi, this episode dissects the behavioral patterns and legal decisions shaping one of the most disturbing murder cases in recent memory. Kohberger's obsession with control, his connections to BTK through professor Katherine Ramsland, and his apparent resistance to guidance from defense attorney Anne Taylor are all examined in this deep-dive. This is a must-watch if you're following the Idaho Four case or the psychological profile emerging from the Kohberger trial. #BryanKohberger #IdahoFour #IdahoStudentMurders #AnneTaylor #RobinDreeke #HowardBlum #BTKConnection #KatherineRamsland #KohbergerAlibi #KohbergerTrial Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

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Ret. FBI Agent Reveals: Is Bryan Kohberger Being Manipulated by His Own Mother?

The Idaho Murders | The Case Against Bryan Kohberger

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 25:10

Ret. FBI Agent Reveals: Is Bryan Kohberger Being Manipulated by His Own Mother? Agent Robin Dreeke breaks down Bryan Kohberger's reported refusal to provide an alibi in the Idaho student murders case. Is Kohberger's mother influencing his legal decisions? We dig into reporting by Howard Blum and explore how Kohberger's overconfidence, lack of contingency planning, and outdated crime research may be sabotaging his own defense. From the alleged touch DNA on the knife sheath to the absence of a clear alibi, this episode dissects the behavioral patterns and legal decisions shaping one of the most disturbing murder cases in recent memory. Kohberger's obsession with control, his connections to BTK through professor Katherine Ramsland, and his apparent resistance to guidance from defense attorney Anne Taylor are all examined in this deep-dive. This is a must-watch if you're following the Idaho Four case or the psychological profile emerging from the Kohberger trial. #BryanKohberger #IdahoFour #IdahoStudentMurders #AnneTaylor #RobinDreeke #HowardBlum #BTKConnection #KatherineRamsland #KohbergerAlibi #KohbergerTrial Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

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The Joe Piscopo Show 4-23-25

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 141:07

21:59- Col. Patrick Callahan, New Jersey State Police Superintendent and State Director of Emergency Management Topic: Wildfires in New Jersey 52:02- Daniel Hoffman, Ret. CIA Senior Clandestine Services Officer and a Fox News Contributor Topic: Trump envoy heading to Moscow for peace talks with Putin, Iran nuclear deal 1:00:50- Dr. Nicole Saphier, board-certified radiologist, medical contributor for Fox News, and author of “Love, Mom: Inspiring Stories Celebrating Motherhood” Topic: RFK Jr's plan to phase out 8 artificial food dyes, Health concerns surrounding New Jersey wildfires 1:26:13- Liz Peek, Fox News contributor, columnist for Fox News and The Hill, and former partner of major bracket Wall Street firm Wertheim & Company Topic: "Democrats have a Joe Biden problem. And there's no way to fix it" (Fox News op ed) 1:36:31- Stephen Moore, "Joe Piscopo Show" Resident Scholar of Economics, Chairman of FreedomWorks Task Force on Economic Revival, former Trump economic adviser and the author of "The Trump Economic Miracle: And the Plan to Unleash Prosperity Again" Topic: "Fannie Mae, Which Got a Nearly $200 Billion Taxpayer Bailout, Eyes an Expansion of Its Role" (NY Sun op ed) 1:58:56- Mike Davis, Founder of the Article III Project, Former Law Clerk for Justice Neil Gorsuch, and Former Chief Counsel for Nominations for the U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary Topic: SCOTUS showing support for parents objecting LGBTQ books 2:08:24- Michael Goodwin, Chief Political Columnist for the New York Post Topic: "Trump hit the ground running – but needs to tighten the ship after a series of missteps" (New York Post op ed)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

H1-The Lamestream Media Is Getting It Wrong-Tariffs Are Working-04-23-25

NewsTalk STL

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 44:53

9:05 – 9:22 (15mins) Douglas Ernest, author of The Spirit of a True Patriot: The Inspiring Story of Ret.Captain Douglas J. Ernest. I own a Corvette dealership and I’ve already seen the benefit of Trump’s tariffsCorvette Warehouse, has already experienced a surge in sales since Trump's tariffsPresident Donald Trump has launched one of the most courageous and audacious economic policies in American history. Anyone reacting to it at the moment – worrying over market sell-offs, panicking over international reaction – isn’t seeing the big picture. The Lamestream Media Is Getting It Wrong-Tariffs Are Working 9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Weekly Feature: “FAKE NEWS” 9:41 – 9:56 (15mins) Dr. Bonner Cohen https://www.cfact.org/ @CFACTTopic-Earth Day 2025For the first time since its inception in 1970, this year's Earth Day was truly worth celebrating. Why? Because the world is finally turning its back on the destructive agenda underpinning Earth Day and the broader green agenda that held the world in its grip for over half a century. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode #1925 VA DEMS Screw Their Own Constituents To Hurt Youngkin

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 50:14

4/18/2025 PODCAST Episodes #1923 - #1925 GUESTS: Suzy Kelly, Chris Hoar, Dan “The Ox” Ochsner, Ret. Captain Douglas Ernest, Chris Saxman, Joe Morrissey, Chap Petersen + YOUR CALLS! at 1-888-480-JOHN (5646) and GETTR Live! @jfradioshow #GodzillaOfTruth #TruckingTheTruth Want more of today's show? Episode #1923 Woke Popes; The State of Radio In America Episode #1924 How Trump's Tariff's Saved My Company Episode #1925 VA DEMS Screw Their Own Constituents To Hurt Youngkin https://johnfredericksradio.libsyn.com/

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Episode #1924 How Trump's Tariff's Saved My Company

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 38:05

4/18/2025 PODCAST Episodes #1923 - #1925 GUESTS: Suzy Kelly, Chris Hoar, Dan “The Ox” Ochsner, Ret. Captain Douglas Ernest, Chris Saxman, Joe Morrissey, Chap Petersen + YOUR CALLS! at 1-888-480-JOHN (5646) and GETTR Live! @jfradioshow #GodzillaOfTruth #TruckingTheTruth Want more of today's show? Episode #1923 Woke Popes; The State of Radio In America Episode #1924 How Trump's Tariff's Saved My Company Episode #1925 VA DEMS Screw Their Own Constituents To Hurt Youngkin https://johnfredericksradio.libsyn.com/

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Episode #1923 Woke Popes; The State of Radio In America

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 46:12

4/18/2025 PODCAST Episodes #1923 - #1925 GUESTS: Suzy Kelly, Chris Hoar, Dan “The Ox” Ochsner, Ret. Captain Douglas Ernest, Chris Saxman, Joe Morrissey, Chap Petersen + YOUR CALLS! at 1-888-480-JOHN (5646) and GETTR Live! @jfradioshow #GodzillaOfTruth #TruckingTheTruth Want more of today's show? Episode #1923 Woke Popes; The State of Radio In America Episode #1924 How Trump's Tariff's Saved My Company Episode #1925 VA DEMS Screw Their Own Constituents To Hurt Youngkin https://johnfredericksradio.libsyn.com/

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The Joe Piscopo Show 4-17-25

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 144:12

52:34- James Rosen, Newsmax Chief Washington Correspondent and the author of "Scalia: Rise to Greatness, 1936-1986"Topic: Sen. Van Hollen's trip to El Salvador, Trump and Letitia James, latest changes to the White House press pool 1:06:18- Hans von Spakovsky, Manager of the Heritage Foundation's Election Law Reform Initiative and Senior Legal Fellow at the Edwin Meese III Center for Legal and Judicial StudiesTopic: Pam Bondi claims Maine violated Title IX, Letitia James, other legal news of the day 1:14:35- Col. Kurt Schlichter, Attorney, Retired Army Infantry Colonel with a Masters in Strategic Studies from the United States Army War College, Senior Columnist at Town Hall, and the author of "We'll Be Back: The Fall & Rise of America"Topic: "Democrats Will Always Side Against Normal People – Always" (Townhall column) 1:27:33- Mike Gallagher, radio talk show host heard weekday mornings at 10 a.m. on AM 970 The AnswerTopic: Alaska Cruise, latest political news of the day 1:49:53- Daniel Hoffman, Ret. CIA Senior Clandestine Services Officer and a Fox News ContributorTopic: Intel on Iran nuclear talks 2:04:06- Dr. Betsy McCaughey, New York Post columnist, former Lt. Gov. of NY State, Chairwoman and founder of the Committee to Reduce Infection DeathsTopic: "How China’s chokehold on US medicine puts American lives in danger" (New York Post op ed), the official launch of "Save Our City"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Persistent Access, Persistent Threat: Ensuring Military Mobility Against Malicious Cyber Actors

FDD Events Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 71:30

The U.S. military has a vested interest in the security of the nation's critical transportation infrastructure. During a conflict, America's adversaries are likely to attack U.S. critical infrastructure in an attempt to constrain Washington's policy options, including its capacity to mobilize the armed forces. Over the past year, the intelligence community has revealed how deeply Chinese hackers known as Volt Typhoon penetrated U.S. transportation, energy, and water systems. Meanwhile, other Chinese Communist Party (CCP) malicious cyber operations, including Flax Typhoon, hijacked cameras and routers. Salt Typhoon burrowed deep into U.S. telecommunications networks; Silk Typhoon compromised U.S. Treasury networks.These hacks have uncovered a dangerous truth: the cybersecurity of the critical air, rail, and maritime infrastructure that underpins U.S. military mobility is insufficient. In addition to enabling disruption, compromising critical infrastructure would allow U.S. adversaries to amass information about the movement of goods and military equipment – and impede America's ability to deploy, supply, and sustain large forces.To explore these themes and more, the Foundation for Defense of Democracies hosts Gen. (Ret.) Mike Minihan, former commander, Air Mobility Command; RADM (Ret.) Mark Montgomery, senior director, FDD's Center on Cyber and Technology Innovation; and Annie Fixler, director and research fellow, FDD's Center on Cyber and Technology Innovation. The conversation is moderated by Bradley Bowman, senior director, FDD's Center on Military and Political Power.For more, check out: https://www.fdd.org/events/2025/04/17/persistent-access-persistent-threat-ensuring-military-mobility-against-malicious-cyber-actors/

Harvard rejects The White House, risks federal funding freeze

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 92:55

Hugh discusses Harvard's tax-exempt status and California considering letting community college students be allowed to sleep in their cars, with Noah Rothman, Jonathan Williams, David Drucker, Adm. Mark Montgomery (USN, Ret.), Andrew C. McCarthy, John Ondrasik, and Bethany Mandel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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THE LONG BLUE LEADERSHIP PODCAST

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 38:34

Hugh discusses the El Salvadorian terrorist deportation case, the GOP budget bill, U.S.-Iran nuclear talks, and Harvard's federal grant funding, with Olivia Beavers, Sen. Tom Cotton, and Adm. Mark Montgomery (USN, Ret.).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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82. Military SUSPENDING Flu Shot Decliners | R. Davis Younts | The Feds

The Feds

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 57:42

Joining The Feds this week is R. Davis Younts, constitutional attorney to military service members actively being suspended from the US military after declining to take the flu shot. We discuss the recent Cleveland Clinic study that found people who took the flu shot were 27% more likely to get the flu! We question who is possibly giving these orders under the current administration. We also discuss the three categories of military members who were harmed by the COVID-19 vaccine mandate. Service members seeking reinstatement are being required to sign this declaration: “My decision to separate was made freely and without coercion.” We end with a discussion of the lawsuits that will give Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, listed as a defendant, the opportunity to, instead of defending past unlawful military policies, use the Constitution as the ultimate law and policymaker in the military, and make whole those who have been greatly wronged. Lt. Col. R. Davis Younts, Ret., served as an officer in the Air Force JAG Corps and now worksas a constitutional attorney. He was ranked the number one senior defense counsel in the Air Force and has won a number of awards for his service record, including the Air Force Meritorious Service Medal, the Air Force Commendation Medal, and the Trial Advocacy Award from the Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Davis founded Younts Law in order to provide legal guidance and expert criminal defense to service members and veterans. Younts graduated from the Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University. He was a law student on September 11, 2001, a day which prompted him to pursue military service.Follow Davis on X: @davisyountsVisit his website: www.themilitarycounsel.comCleveland Clinic flu shot study: https://www.medrxiv.org/content/10.1101/2025.01.30.25321421v3Check out Feds For Freedom's SubstackWatch and listen to The Feds on any of these platforms: https://taplink.cc/fedsforfreedomSupport the Work and Become a Member of Feds For Freedom www.fedsforfreedom.org/joinFollow Us on Social Media Instagram/X (Twitter)/Facebook: @feds4freedomusa

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2nd Lt. Wyatt Hendrickson '24 - Leadership on and Off the Mat

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 52:49

A view of leadership and character development through the eyes and actions of a world-class athlete. SUMMARY For NCAA Division I heavyweight wrestling champion and newly commissioned 2nd Lt. Wyatt Hendrickson '24, what happens on the mat informs how he manages conflict, planning, strategy and tactics, and most importantly, his development as a leader. SHARE THIS EPISODE LINKEDIN | FACEBOOK WYATT'S TAKEAWAYS - Wyatt's journey exemplifies leadership and perseverance. - The Air Force Academy provided a strong foundation for Wyatt. - Pivotal moments can change the trajectory of one's life. - Tattoos can tell a personal story and hold deep meaning. - Winning the NCAA title was a culmination of hard work and strategy. - Mindset and planning are crucial in wrestling and leadership. - Family support plays a significant role in personal success. - Mastering the basics is essential for excellence in any field. - Call signs reflect identity and values in the military. - God's plan often unfolds in unexpected ways. Adversity can lead to personal growth and resilience. - Mental strength is crucial in competitive sports. - Reaching out for help is essential for overcoming challenges. - Building a strong foundation in skills is vital for success. - Wrestling teaches valuable life lessons about failure and perseverance. - Enjoying the journey is as important as achieving goals. - Hard work is the only path to success; there are no shortcuts. - Self-motivation is key to personal and professional growth. - Doing little things right builds good habits and character. - Faith and gratitude play a significant role in success. CHAPTERS 00:00: Introduction to Leadership and Perseverance 02:07: The Journey to the Air Force Academy 05:56: Defining Moments and Personal Growth 09:57: Tattoos and Their Significance 14:03: The NCAA Championship Experience 18:03: Mindset and Training in Wrestling 22:05: Call Signs and Identity 26:00: Family Background and Support 27:06: Overcoming Adversity in Wrestling 30:40: The Mental Game of Wrestling 35:15: Building a Strong Foundation 38:01: Lessons from Wrestling and Military 40:34: Training for the 2028 Olympics 42:08: Finding Joy in the Journey 44:42: Navigating Sponsorships and NIL 47:03: The Importance of Doing Little Things Right 50:48: Self-Motivation and Purpose 54:02: Closing Thoughts and Gratitude ABOUT WYATT HENDRICKSON BIO 2nd Lt. Wyatt Hendrickson '24 is a wrestler known for his remarkable collegiate career and service in the United States Air Force. He gained national attention in 2025 by winning the NCAA heavyweight championship, defeating Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson in a dramatic upset. Early Life and High School Career Hendrickson comes from Newton, Kansas, and is the son of Todd and Lynnette Hendrickson. At Newton High School, he was a standout wrestler, becoming a two-time Kansas state champion and a three-time finalist. He earned All-American honors in freestyle, Greco-Roman, and folkstyle wrestling, and won national titles at the NHSCA Senior Nationals and FloNationals. Collegiate Wrestling Career Air Force Academy Initially hesitant about a military path, Wyatt was persuaded by his father to attend the U.S. Air Force Academy. There, he became one of the most dominant heavyweight wrestlers in NCAA history. He was a five-time NCAA qualifier, two-time Big 12 champion, and two-time NCAA All-American, finishing third nationally in both 2023 and 2024. He led the nation in pins for three consecutive seasons and was twice named the NCAA Most Dominant Wrestler. He concluded his Air Force career with a 103–11 record, becoming the program's all-time leader in pins. Oklahoma State University Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Wyatt had an extra year of eligibility. As a member of the Air Force's World Class Athlete Program, he was allowed to delay active-duty service to pursue Olympic training. This enabled him to transfer to Oklahoma State University for the 2024–25 season. Fulfilling a childhood dream, he joined the Cowboys and went undefeated (27–0), culminating in his victory over Gable Steveson in the NCAA finals. Personal Life and Military Service Wyatt holds the rank of second lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force and is pursuing an MBA at Oklahoma State University. His unique journey from a small-town Kansas wrestler to NCAA champion and military officer exemplifies dedication and perseverance. MORE ON WYATT HERE: CONNECT WITH WYATT INSTAGRAM | LINKEDIN ALL PAST LBL EPISODES | ALL LBLPN PRODUCTIONS AVAILABLE ON ALL MAJOR PODCAST PLATFORMS FULL TRANSCRIPT SPEAKERS: Guest, 2nd. Lt. Wyatt Hendrickson '24 | Host, Lt. Col. (Ret.) Naviere Walkewicz '99 KEYWORDS Leadership, perseverance, Air Force Academy, wrestling, NCAA champion, personal growth, mindset, tattoos, family support, call signs, wrestling, adversity, mental strength, Olympic training, leadership, self-improvement, Air Force Academy, sponsorships, NIL (Name, Image, Likeness), personal growth GALLERY The Long Blue Line Podcast Network is presented by the U.S. Air Force Academy Association & Foundation

Meet Trinidad and Tobago Plaintiff Jason Jones

Series Podcast: This Way Out

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 28:58

Biracial, binational, queer human right activist Jason Jones began his lawsuit against Trinidad and Tobago's British colonial ban on same-gender sex in 2017. It was struck down in 2018, but an appeals court recently overturned that ruling and reinstated the law. Jones has one more chance to appeal that decision (interviewed by David Hunt). And in NewsWrap: transgender professional player Harriet Haynes sues the English Blackball Pool Federation to let her compete in the appropriate gender category, Redmond Sullivan is no longer a member of the Wagner College Iconic Fencing Club after a cisgender opponent refuses to play her, the Trump administration freezes Maine's federal education funding because of the state's trans-inclusive policies, queer-themed titles top the American Library Association's list of most banned books for the fourth consecutive year, the White House refuses to respond to journalists who use preferred pronouns, and more international LGBTQ+ news reported this week by Ret and David Hunt (produced by Brian DeShazor). All this on the April 14, 2025 edition of This Way Out! Join our family of listener-donors today at http://thiswayout.org/donate/

No es un día cualquiera - "Pienso, luego estorbo": Las pasiones

No es un día cualquiera

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2025 13:23

Toño y Pepa exploran el concepto de "pasión" desde una perspectiva filosófica, analizando cómo la palabra abarca emociones profundas, pero también sufrimiento. A través de Aristóteles y su obra Retórica, se profundiza en cómo la emoción (pathos) juega un papel crucial en la persuasión, tanto en la comunicación política como en los discursos cotidianos.Escuchar audio

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The Joe Piscopo Show 4-11-25

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 142:35

Kyle Bailey, Aviation analyst, pilot, and former FAA Safety Team representativeTopic: Helicopter crash in New York Daniel Hoffman, Ret. CIA Senior Clandestine Services Officer and a Fox News ContributorTopic: American ballerina imprisoned in Russia freed in prisoner swap Lee Zeldin, Administrator of the Environmental Protection AgencyTopic: Cabinet meeting, latest from the EPA Dr. Eric Kaplan, New York City’s first board certified Functional Neurologist practicing in New York and New Jersey, founder of Kaplan Brain & Body, and the host of "Boost Your Brain Power with Dr. Eric Kaplan,” airing Saturdays at 8 a.m. on AM 970 The AnswerTopic: World Autism Month Congressman Steve Scalise, Republican representing Louisiana's 1st district and the House Majority LeaderTopic: House approves budget framework bill Chris Whipple, New York Times best-selling author, and author of the new book "Uncharted: How Trump Beat Biden, Harris, and the Odds in the Wildest Campaign in History"Topic: His new book Karol Markowicz, Columnist for the New York PostTopic: "Democrats lit the ‘assassination culture’ fuse — now their silence equals violence" (New York Post op ed)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode #1901 Anti-Trump Lawfare Crumbles

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 42:22

4/8/2025 PODCAST Episodes #1899 - #1901 GUESTS: Todd Sheets, Alfredo Ortiz, Rep. Mike Kennedy, Rep. Tom Tiffany, Rep. Diana Harshbarger, Ret. Brigadier General Chris “Mookie” Walker, John Eastman + YOUR CALLS! at 1-888-480-JOHN (5646) and GETTR Live! @jfradioshow #GodzillaOfTruth #TruckingTheTruth Want more of today's show? Episode #1899 Tax Cuts Now; Trump Tariffs Revitalize WI Diary Farmers Episode #1900 No Cuts! Episode #1901 Anti-Trump Lawfare Crumbles https://johnfredericksradio.libsyn.com/

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Episode #1899 Tax Cuts Now; Trump Tariffs Revitalize WI Diary Farmers

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 46:02

4/8/2025 PODCAST Episodes #1899 - #1901 GUESTS: Todd Sheets, Alfredo Ortiz, Rep. Mike Kennedy, Rep. Tom Tiffany, Rep. Diana Harshbarger, Ret. Brigadier General Chris “Mookie” Walker, John Eastman + YOUR CALLS! at 1-888-480-JOHN (5646) and GETTR Live! @jfradioshow #GodzillaOfTruth #TruckingTheTruth Want more of today's show? Episode #1899 Tax Cuts Now; Trump Tariffs Revitalize WI Diary Farmers Episode #1900 No Cuts! Episode #1901 Anti-Trump Lawfare Crumbles https://johnfredericksradio.libsyn.com/

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Episode #1900 No Cuts!

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 40:18

4/8/2025 PODCAST Episodes #1899 - #1901 GUESTS: Todd Sheets, Alfredo Ortiz, Rep. Mike Kennedy, Rep. Tom Tiffany, Rep. Diana Harshbarger, Ret. Brigadier General Chris “Mookie” Walker, John Eastman + YOUR CALLS! at 1-888-480-JOHN (5646) and GETTR Live! @jfradioshow #GodzillaOfTruth #TruckingTheTruth Want more of today's show? Episode #1899 Tax Cuts Now; Trump Tariffs Revitalize WI Diary Farmers Episode #1900 No Cuts! Episode #1901 Anti-Trump Lawfare Crumbles https://johnfredericksradio.libsyn.com/

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The Joe Piscopo Show 4-4-25

The Foreign Area Officer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 138:32

Grover Norquist, President of Americans for Tax ReformTopic: Trump's reciprocal tariffs Katie Cherkasky, former federal prosecutor and military veteranTopic: Charges against Eric Adams dropped Daniel Hoffman, Ret. CIA Senior Clandestine Services Officer and a Fox News ContributorTopic: Putin envoy in the U.S. for talks with the Trump administration Jack Brewer, Former NFL Player, Trump appointee, and Federal Commissioner and Chairman of The Jack Brewer FoundationTopic: Texas high school football star stabbed in the heart at track meet Larry Elder, host of "The Larry Elder Show" on the Salem Radio Network, author of "As Goes California: My Mission to Rescue the Golden State and Save the Nation" and the host of the "We’ve Got A Country to Save" podcastTopic: Alaska cruise, latest political news of the day Lt. Col. Chuck DeVore (Ret.), Chief National Initiatives Officer at the Texas Public Policy Foundation who served as a Republican member of the California State Assembly from 2004 to 2010Topic: "3 Ways China Could Strike Taiwan And What It Means For The U.S." (The Federalist op ed)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#27 - COL(R) USAF Matt Yocum

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 144:21

Join me for a conversation with USAF Col. (Ret.) Matt Yocum as we delve into his unique career trajectory, starting from his non-standard background in the Air Force's acquisition and engineering fields. Matt discusses his pivotal assignments, including his time in Israel as part of the Engineer and Scientist Exchange Program and later as an Air Force attaché, where he navigated through significant events like the Second Lebanon War. This episode also explores his role as a Commander's Action Group (CAG) director at CENTCOM, where he was instrumental in providing detailed and narratively rich reports on international engagements. Matt reflects on the importance of storytelling in military communication and its impact on effective diplomacy. The talk also covers his post-military career as a writer of comic books and graphic novels, highlighting his passion for the art form and his current projects, including a biographical graphic novel on a notable Pakistani figure. Throughout the episode, Matt emphasizes the significance of relationship-building, effective communication, and relentless helpfulness in both military and personal endeavors. Links: www.Hangar19Consulting.com www.MattYocum.com Closet World Kickstarter Books: The Twilight War by David Crist Brief by Joe McCormick Lawrence in Arabia by Scott Anderson The New Map by Daniel Jurgen Power Broker by Robert Caro The Years of Lyndon Johnson by Robert Caro The Vision by King, Waltaand Bellaire Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow by King, Evely and Lopes Pluto: Urusawa x Tekuza by Nagasaki and Urasawa Bone by Jeff Smith Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction and Disclaimers 00:46 Meet Colonel Matt Yocum 01:15 Colonel Yocum's Air Force Journey 01:59 The Engineer and Scientist Exchange Program (ESEP) 02:44 Life and Work in Israel 04:42 Challenges and Experiences in Israel 09:01 Language Learning and Cultural Insights 34:58 The Second Lebanon War 39:35 Observations and Responsibilities as an Attache 45:31 Career Transitions and Future Plans 50:37 Arrival in Amman, Jordan 50:46 The New Normal: ISIS Crisis 51:44 Embassy Life and Community 54:02 Building Relationships and Cooperation 55:19 Information Sharing and Collaboration 01:03:34 Training and Equipping the Jordanian Air Force 01:18:44 Commander's Action Group (CAG) Experience 01:37:51 Decision to Stay in CAG 01:39:06 Balancing Family and Duty 01:40:43 Returning to JSO and Preparing for Retirement 01:42:14 Final Assignment and Retirement Ceremony 01:45:37 Reflecting on a Military Career 01:47:30 Challenges and Triumphs in Promotions 01:55:37 Post-Military Career in Comics 02:02:18 The Art of Storytelling in Communication 02:14:07 Recommended Reads and Final Thoughts

A Leader's Ups and Downs

THE LONG BLUE LEADERSHIP PODCAST

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 38:08

Jake DeRuyter, a 2015 Air Force Academy graduate, shares a compelling leadership journey marked by unexpected challenges and resilient adaptation. ----more---- SUMMARY Initially aspiring to be a pilot, Jake faced a critical moment when back surgery disqualified him from his dream career, forcing him to quickly choose a new Air Force Specialty Code within just one hour. Despite the uncertainty, he remained calm and strategic, ultimately transitioning to intelligence and then to an ROTC instructor role. His leadership philosophy emerged from these experiences: staying flexible, maintaining a strong network, and focusing on developing others rather than just personal advancement. SHARE THIS EPISODE LINKEDIN | FACEBOOK JAKE'S LEADERSHIP TAKEAWAYS - Always be willing to adapt and stay resilient when unexpected challenges arise, like Jake did when he couldn't become a pilot and had to quickly choose a new career path. - Build and maintain a strong network of connections, as these relationships can help you navigate career transitions and provide support. - Focus on developing the people around you, not just your own career advancement. A great leader lifts up their team and helps others grow. - Stay proactive in reaching out to people, checking in, and genuinely listening to their stories and experiences. - Be willing to take risks on talented individuals, especially those from similar backgrounds or networks, like how Jake was given an opportunity by fellow graduates. - Maintain a competitive spirit and drive, but channel it into continuous self-improvement and supporting others. - Give back to your community, whether through mentoring, volunteering, or leading local chapters and organizations. - Be prepared to put in consistent daily effort, understanding that success comes from habits and persistent hard work. - Stay open to unexpected opportunities and be willing to pivot when your initial career path doesn't work out. - Prioritize relationships and connections over individual achievements, recognizing that your success is often measured by the people you've helped develop. JAKE'S TOP 5 LEADERSHIP LESSONS Here are the 5 best leadership lessons from Jake DeRuyter's interview: Build Others Up, Not Just Yourself Jake emphasized that true leadership is about developing the people around you. As he said, "Don't just worry about your own career and life" - great leaders are judged by the success of those they mentor and support. Stay Adaptable and Resilient When Jake's pilot career was unexpectedly derailed, he demonstrated the critical leadership skill of staying calm under pressure and quickly pivoting. He chose to focus on what he could control rather than getting stuck on what he couldn't change. Maintain Genuine Connections Jake consistently stressed the importance of reaching out, checking in with people, and truly listening. He makes time to connect with classmates, colleagues, and fellow graduates, understanding that relationships are the foundation of effective leadership. Take Calculated Risks and Support Others Jake's career trajectory shows the importance of being willing to take risks - both for yourself and for others. He was given a chance by fellow graduates and now pays it forward by helping other transitioning military members. Give Back Consistently Leadership isn't just about personal achievement, but about contributing to your community. Jake exemplifies this through his role as chapter president, mentoring cadets, and always being available to help fellow Air Force Academy graduates. EPISODE CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to Leadership Journeys 05:31 Navigating Life's Crossroads 12:01 The Role of Mentorship and Family 17:31 Transitioning from Military to Civilian Life 20:48 Motivation and Personal Drive 22:02 The Daily Grind: A Shift in Focus 24:31 Building Community: Chapter Leadership 27:29 Challenges of Leadership and Engagement 29:00 Giving Back: The Importance of Community 31:12 Leadership Lessons: Daily Practices 32:53 Advice for Aspiring Leaders 34:25 Reflections on Involvement and Connection 36:40 Final Thoughts and Gratitude ABOUT JAKE BIO As a 2015 graduate of the United States Air Force Academy, Jake spent six years on active duty serving as an Intel Officer and ROTC Instructor. Having left the service, he now am an Account Executive on the Air Force team at IMPRES Technology Solutions providing active duty units with the tech they need to accomplish the mission. - Copy courtesy of Jake DeRuyter and LinkedIn CONNECT WITH JAKE LINKEDIN | ASSOCIATION OF GRADUATES - CENTRAL TEXAS CHAPTER ALL PAST LBL EPISODES | ALL LBLPN PRODUCTIONS AVAILABLE ON ALL MAJOR PODCAST PLATFORMS FULL TRANSCRIPT SPEAKERS GUEST, JAKE DERUYTER '15 | HOST, LT. COL. (RET.) NAVIERE WALKEWICZ '99 Naviere Walkewicz 00:00 Welcome to Long Blue Leadership, the podcast where we share insights on leadership through the lives and experiences of Air Force Academy graduates. I'm Naviere Walkewicz, Class of '99. My guest today is Jake DeRuyter, Class of '15, currently an account executive with Impress Technology and the president of the Central Texas Chapter of the Association of Graduates, quite possibly our youngest graduate to do so. He is second-generation Air Force following his father, a graduate from the Class of '85, and uncle, Class of '87 from our Air Force Academy, the only school that he applied to after high school. We'll talk about those things, Jake's leadership journey and a particular crossroad he arrived at when he had one hour to decide his entire life. Jake, welcome to Long Blue Leadership, and I'd like to dive right in: One hour to decide your entire life. What's that about? Jake DeRuyter 01:22 Yeah, so my second semester, first year, I was dealing with some pretty significant back issues, and didn't realize how just how severe it was. So I'm in the flight dock. It was either the Monday the week before or the week of graduation, and the doctor's like, “Hey, you're gonna need back surgery to remove the bulging disc in your back.” I'm like, “OK, great. I can barely walk, so sign me up. Whatever you can do make me feel better.” And they're like, “Well, you're not gonna be able to keep your pilot slot if you proceed with the surgery.” And I'm not gonna lie and say it was my end all dream to be a pilot, but you go through all four years thinking you're gonna fly, you're pretty fired up for it, we're a week away from graduation, and then it's like, hey, the rug is just pulled. But I had to make a decision right there where it's like, “Hey, I'd rather be able to walk and be pain free than fly.” And so that was a pretty easy decision at that point. And then the next part is, what you alluded to, is where things got a little tricky. So being just a couple days before walking across the stage and saluting the secretary of the Air Force, I'm like, “So what's my job going to be?” I don't even know what else is available in the Air Force. I didn't have to focus on this.” And they're like, “Well, I'm just the flight doc. Go talk to the personnel office over in Vandy, and they'll get you taken care of.” So, I walk — or hobble — on over there, And I'm like, “Hey, Jake DeRuyter, I told the flight doc to give y'all a call, you know, to get me a new job. What's my life look like? What are we doing next?” And she just goes, “Well, there was a big missileer crisis, and we're really desperate for missileers. So, you're gonna be missiles now.” And I'm just, like — my jaw dropped. Naviere Walkewicz Not what you expected to hear. Jake DeRuyter Not what I wanted and like, not to downplay missiles, just not what I wanted to join the Air Force to do, right? That's... I'm just like, standing there in shock. And she's like, “Are you OK?” And I'm like, “I kind of want to jump off my room on top of Vandy, but you know, it's gonna be fine. Do I get some preferences? Do I have any say in this?” Just assigning that to kind of seems aggressive. She goes, “Well, I guess I can take your preferences down.” And I'm just like, “Why didn't you lead with that? That would have been great.” And so she's like, “Well, I need to submit these right now. So, what do you want to do?” I'm like, “Well, what are my options? I don't even know what other AFSC's there are.” So, that becomes a very frantic hour of me calling all my teachers. I was a management major — I highly recommend that. One of the best decisions of my life was going through the management department. And I call my teachers and they're like, “Hey, stick with something business related, like contracting, acquisitions, finance. If you put one of those three down, you're guaranteed to do it.” I'm like, “OK, sweet. Sounds like it sure bets on me. Like, that, sounds easy enough.” but they made you put down five. And, you know, you always hear the horror stories where if you don't put down something, it defaults to the needs of the Air Force, right? So I think I put down like PA, just because I was like, “There's no way they'll pick me for that. There's barely any PA officers.” And I, for the life of me, couldn't tell you what I put in the fifth spot. And so, I walk out of there kind of dejected. I'm like, “Man, my whole life just changed in the span of an hour. No idea what the next— I don't know where I'm gonna be living. I don't know what my job's gonna be like. What in the world's going on?” So, the next day we're all sitting in one of those final briefings, you know, “Hey, here's how you PCS. Here's how you do XYZ.” Right? As the meeting's about to kick off, that same tech sergeant — God, I'd give her a big hug now — she walks up to me with some paperwork and says, “Congratulations, sir.” And I'm looking at her like the person just told me my life was over the day before, so I'm not exactly happy to see this person. And then I look at the paper, and it just says, “Goodfellow Air Force Base.” I had no idea where in the world that was, what job that was or anything. I just knew it wasn't Vandenberg for missileer training. So I just look at her and go, “I'm not missiles?” She's like, “You're not missiles.” I stand up, give her a big old hug. You know, they're trying to start a briefing. They're like, “Sir, please sit down for...” “Sorry, I'm too happy right now.” So yeah, that started me off on my journey to San Angelo, Texas, which I didn't really know what I was getting into there, but, yeah, going intel kind of led me to where I am now in life. And looking back on it now, all the crazy things that happened, it put me where I am now, and so, I'm very thankful for the things and how they all ended up and put me in a position where I can give back to the community now and really serve the Air Force and fellow grads in a much better capacity than I ever could have while on active duty. Naviere Walkewicz 05:30 Well, it's so interesting because, you know, you think about the Air Force Academy as a place where they teach you to be able to make decisions on the fly, or to make the best calculated decision you can at the time.What leadership lessons do you think you called upon in that frantic moment of well, not only can you not be a pilot now because we're going to have this surgery, but now you have to pick an AFSC. What do you think you drew upon to guide you through that in a kind of a leadership manner? Jake DeRuyter 06:02 Yeah, the biggest thing was just staying calm and realizing, OK, whatever happens, happens, I can't change the past. I can only deal with the information given, and push forward. I could sit there and get upset with myself or upset at the world, but that doesn't do anything. It's like, “All right, how do we take action?? How we take that next step to get over this?” Because you want to be in control of your life as much as possible, going forward, right? And choosing your AFSC, arguably, is probably one of the biggest things you could possibly choose in life, next to your spouse and things like that. And that determines, however, what your entire Air Force career is going to be. So yeah, doing that in the hour was definitely very frantic. But, one of the biggest things I really pride myself on, and really want to encourage others is the connections you make throughout your Academy experience, through active duty, in your life — those are the people that are going to help you in those dark times, those tough times. And lean on those people. And the only way you can lean on them is if you prove to them that they can lean on you when they need help, right? As that's one of the things I make a pillar in my life is, when those friends are in a dark time, I want to be the one that, “Hey, I'll be there for you.” That's always one thing I'm passionate about, and what I centered my leadership philosophy around. Naviere Walkewicz 07:15 I love that. I think you just kind of hit on it, right? You have this network, and I imagine your family is part of that — your dad being a graduate. What role did he play in this moment in your life, and how did you navigate that with him? Jake DeRuyter 07:30 Yeah, he was awesome, and he was a big reason why I went to the Academy. He always did a really good job of putting that as an option but not forcing it or not shoving it down my throat. And I was really thankful to him for the life me and my sister had growing up, and all the crazy places we moved to and everything. And I didn't really know what I wanted to do, as you hinted in the preview. I didn't apply anywhere else because I didn't really know what I wanted to do when I grew up. And he was like, “Hey, the Academy was always a great place, and worst case, they tell you what to do.” And he's like, “Hey, if you want a similar life to where you grew up, I attribute everything to that, and that's kind of what led me there.” So yeah, you better believe after calling my teachers to figure out what AFSC I should do, he was my next call to be like, “Hey, I knew you always wanted me to fly, but that's not working anymore. So what do you think?” So, he's been a tremendous help my entire life. I mean, I talk to him at least every week. So, yeah, huge help there. Naviere Walkewicz 08:27 That's amazing. So you went on to be an intel officer, and what was that like? And then how did you decide that it was going to be time to move on to transitioning out of the military. Jake DeRuyter 08:42 Yeah, so intel wasn't exactly a great fit for me, and what I was like trying to do. You know, when you're told your intel, I imagine— I knew nothing. So I'm like, “Oh, I'll be a spy. I'll be James Bond. I'll be the CIA. None of those were remotely true. So, I got stationed in San Antonio, Texas, for my first job, which was great. I love San Antonio. I worked with some amazing people. Our mission was a little funky. We were doing defensive cyber ops as it was kind of standing up. So, doing intel support for a mission that doesn't really know what they're doing is a little difficult at the time. Now, knock on wood, hopefully things have gotten a lot better since I was there, but building the plane as you're flying was our moniker that we would use. And so it was definitely challenging. And then a lot of it just felt like doing homework and giving briefings over and over again. So, you have a lot of hours in the SCIF doing researching on different cyber threats and then going and briefing the commanders. It was a cool job; I learned a ton. But it wasn't very fulfilling for me. I wanted to get out, be more helpful to other people and have more of a direct impact. And so that led me to teaching ROTC at Texas State, which was a great three years, and really kind of re-blued me. I loved that job. Can't recommend it enough for people that are looking to take a break from their career field. But then when they said, “Hey, you got to go back to intel,” that was my big decision, or my the point where I was like, “All right, I don't think an active-duty career is left in the cards for me. I'm gonna take my next step, moving on.” Naviere Walkewicz 10:09 So, you even talked about before you decided to transition out of the Air Force, you had pivoted within your career field and took a temporary job outside of your career field as an ROTC instructor, and you said it re-blued. You talk about that and how did it grow you as a leader? I mean, what did you learn about yourself in that? Jake DeRuyter 10:29 I learned that I really cared about the people more than the operational mission, and so, building up the people, building out the future lieutenants. Like, “Hey, that's how I can better serve the Air Force.” And the whole reason I got the job was because they had to give a waiver for me, because I was technically still a lieutenant, which was not allowed. But I was really upfront with my leadership and my intel job, and they knew I didn't love the career field and I wasn't really a good fit for that world. But they're like, “Hey, Jake's out, great at recruiting. He's good at getting people to go out and do things and help others. He'd be a natural fit there.” So they called all the ROTC leadership to vouch for me to get that job. And then one of the biggest things I took away is that when you go to the Academy, if you're in the Academy, you're in. You have a spot in the Air Force, assuming you pass all your classes, you don't get kicked out for X, Y, Z reasons, and then you'll have a job. ROTC is completely different. You could have 4.0, max your PT scores, be the perfect cadet. And then the Air Force decides, “Hey, we're only taking 40% this year,” which happened my second year in the job and we just had to lose half of our class. So, learning to deal with that rejection when there's nothing that you personally could have done was really challenging. And we had a ton of mentorship sessions with the cadets. “Hey, what are second, tertiary options?” Things like that. Kind of like what I did where it's like, “You're going to be— the doors will get slammed in your face over and over again in life. How do you respond to that, that resiliency and then that flexibility to adapt and overcome?” I mean, those are stuff I'll take with me for the rest of my life. Naviere Walkewicz 12:01 Wow. And so you got to be a mentor in a way for those Air Force ROTC cadets, if they didn't get a slot, and kind of navigating. And then you found yourself in that seat when you decided to transition yourself, right? Jake DeRuyter 12:14 Yeah. So, they were gonna send me to another intel role, and I had just met my wife at the time. We were gonna get married soon. I'm like, “Man, the time to deploy and kind of live the Air Force life isn't my main goal anymore, and so I tried to push out my separation date as long as possible, so I had time to do the job search and really see what else is out there. And I didn't really know what I wanted to be once again. But I was like, “Hey, I love living here in Austin, Texas. I figure I can get something tech related or sales related,” I'm kind of naturally inclined to both of those things. And one of my classmates, Keith Link, he reached out to me because I host a big March Madness pool every year for a ton of grads. And he's like, “Hey, man, just started this role here. I think you'd be a great fit for the company. We're trying to build out our Air Force team. Our boss is a Navy grad. Would you be interested in interviewing us?” And then I was like, “Yeah, man, that sounds great.” You know, I'd still be working with the Air Force in a tech- slash sales-type role. I'm like, “Yeah, this is everything that I wanted. Sounds awesome…” having, once again, no idea I was getting into. But I go through the interview process and I'm trying to sell myself on SkillBridge, trying to get that free internship saying, “Hey, I could be a free worker for y'all for a couple of months here.” I'm trying to sell myself. And at the end of the interview process, John Podolak, '88 Navy grad, I believe. He's like, “Jake, you've had a bunch of people vouch for you. I really believe in the grad network; it doesn't matter which Academy you went to.” He said, “Hey, if you're gonna come and do SkillBridge with us, I want you to know you have a job offer at the end of it.” And he handed me my job offer right there. I think we were four months out, so I was in shock. To this day I can't believe it. He took the risk on me that coming fresh in a completely separate career field, no background besides being able to speak Air Force. And it all goes back to our Long Blue Line. I don't know what Navy calls it, but it's a “Hey, we all have similar backgrounds.” Naviere Walkewicz 14:17 Long Blue Navy Line, maybe? I'm not sure. Jake DeRuyter 14:21 Yeah. He's like, “Hey, I know I could put trust in you because of your background, what you're all about.” and that's something that I really internalized and leading to my role now. It's like, “Hey, we'll give you the benefit of the doubt if you're a fellow grad,” right? Doesn't matter which Academy, you know? In particular, we're gonna favor the Air Force. But yeah, that's like, one thing I just really want to make a pillar of my life. Like I said earlier, it's like, hey, I want to help out fellow grads. Because if it wasn't for Keith and John taking a risk on me out of the blue, I wouldn't be where I am today. Naviere Walkewicz 14:53 It seems like that's been a thread in your life. You know, finding a network and supporting and taking care of people, and then seeing that reciprocated to help continue to fuel what is important to you. Talk a little bit about what that transition was like, though, because it almost sounds too easy. I mean, has it been just rainbows since you kind of took that leap. Jake DeRuyter 15:17 Oh, God, no. Year 1, any career field, especially, you know, a sales driven one, it's a challenge. You don't know what you're doing. You're fish out of water. I was going to a million different Air Force bases, walking on base, trying to meet people, not even knowing what I was doing, let alone convincing other people what we do. And so that was a challenge. I think I went to 19 different bases my first year; I was on a plane every chance I could get, just trying to make a name for myself and say, “Hey, I'm Jake DeRuyter, we can do anything help you. What do you need?” And people were always like, “Well, we don't need anything. Like, we want one specific thing. Can you do this?” And so you really kind of have to find yourself, because the Air Force, especially as an officer, you're leading a team, right? Or you're part of some overarching team. But in this role, when I started, it was me, myself and I. So that was just a huge lifestyle change. It was a little refreshing. That's like, “Hey, I don't have to worry about my cadets or my airmen outside of the job.” And this was a nice refresh. But like everything else, it's like, “Hey, I am the only one providing for my family, to pay the bills,” everything like that. Like, how hard am I going to work? And how am I going to put in the effort to grind day in and day out. Just getting good at any job, you can't just have one great day, just like working out. You can't just have one great day and expect to bench 500 pounds, right? It's the things that you do day in and day out and building up the right habits and having the right communication with people, and then just being relatable. One of the other biggest things: Say you're gonna do something and follow up and do it. We always joke that it's a weird that it's a skill to follow up with people and respond to them in a meaningful time. It shouldn't be, but that's just one of those things where people need help. We want to be the ones that are there. And it's just doing that over and over again. Because, man, that Year 1 was like, “Why did I pick this job? Why did I pick this career choice? I should have gone into consulting. I should have gotten started in literally anything else.” Thank God I stuck with it. It's, again, been one of the greatest decisions I've made, and we have an awesome team, but we've brought in a few other Academy grads with us as well, and it's been a lot of fun since. Naviere Walkewicz 17:31 May I ask why you stuck with it when it and everything against in your core was, “Why did I do this? I could have picked anything else?” Why did you stay? Jake DeRuyter 17:41 I really wanted to prove it to myself and really prove it to Keith and John. You know, they took the risk on me, so I didn't want to let them down. And I think that was the biggest thing, where it's like, “Hey, you guys took the risk on me out of the blue.” And I'm like— you know, Keith and I were classmates, you know, we were never close, right? Like, you know, we barely kept in touch over the years. And it's just like, “Hey, you stuck your name out.” Like, this is the real world, right? In the Air Force, if you want to do the full 20 years you can do 20 years, right? In the real world, it's “Hey, if you're not have a nice day.” You gotta find new employment. And so I was like, “I'm not gonna let you guys down. I'm gonna fight for this.” Being a small company, we're not a big name brand, right? No one knows who we are. So, it's a little bit that underdog mentality, and just like, “Hey, how am I gonna outhustle the next guy? How am I gonna outhustle XYZ company that's a competitor?” And it's just that competitive drive that I've just always had. I'm not playing sports every day anymore, but how do you still stay competitive and still stay active and still have that drive to be the best you can be, and go on and go forth? Naviere Walkewicz 18:52 Well, it sounds like this competitive drive is something you said, it was something you've always had. Can you share a story from when you recall, when, gosh, even something, you know, back in early-Jake days that this is a moment I realized, “I'm a competitive person. I'm driven by this desire to prove myself.” Is there something that pops to mind? Because I can only just imagine if it was already part of your core when you kind of knew this about yourself? Jake DeRuyter 19:18 Oh, yeah, I've got a good one. So, my dad was coaching with the Academy going into my junior year of high school, and his goal was always to get me all three years at one school, which we had at the time, we had never lived anywhere longer than three years in a row. So, that was a tough task. And I just finished up my junior year of playing football, and things were going good, and then he gets a job offer down in Texas, and he comes to me. He's like, “Hey, what do you think? I don't want to move you going into your senior year, but I want to talk to you first before, yeah, I make any decisions.” And I'm like, “Wait, I get the chance to play Texas high school football. Are you kidding me? Let's do this. I get one year for it. That's awesome.” So, yeah, that's the No. 1 story that comes to my mind where it's like, “Hey, I want to take the risk on myself and be competitive and go play the best of the best.” Naviere Walkewicz 20:18 Play with the best of the best. And that does seem to be a theme, right? Air Force Academy, putting yourself out there, jumping in full feet into this new role. You know, what have you learned about yourself? You talked about motivating. It's different when you have people that you have to take care of, and I guess maybe your translation is your family you have to take care of. But how do you motivate yourself when it's a you, yourself and you — you said “me, myself, and I” and I couldn't think of the other way to say it. But when it's just you, what keeps you motivated? Jake DeRuyter 20:52 Yeah, I'm definitely very externally motivated. So it's my team. When you want to talk about the Monday-through-Friday grind, and then my wife and, the overarching family, growing up, family has always been really close and a huge motivator for me. And, you know, I've just always wanted to be able to provide for others and provide for myself, and you never want to have to worry about that next meal, or the job, employment — things like that. And just saying, “Hey, you know, these opportunities you get there — don't take it for granted.” And it's like you've got to fight and earn everything. You're not just going to be handed out anything. And that's just something always back in my mind, where it's like, if I'm not doing it like somebody else is going to, I'm going to lose that opportunity, or someone's going to step in, right? And so it's just one thing where it's just being like the Academy grad, like you don't, we'll move up to the name brand. That's another huge thing I always have in my head. It's like, I want to represent the brand. Well, I'm like, “How do you do that?” Is because, like, we've all met those people. It's like, hey man, like, you know, like, shoot. Like, “I really like you, but like, I don't think you represent us. Well, I never want to be that type of person, right? And so that's one of those things I just really like the kitchen, going day in and day out. Naviere Walkewicz 22:01 So the daily grind… You said, in the first year you think you visited like 19 bases just to try and figure it out. What does the daily grind look like now? Jake DeRuyter 22:10 Completely changed, thankfully, I really only focus on three, which still has me plenty busy, but at least I'm not in all these crazy places, which is nice. Now it's weird because I set my own schedule. No one's ever asking, “Hey, you got to be here at 7:30 and clock out at 4:30.” It's a complete polar oppositie of the Air Force. Like, if I want to go golf every Friday at noon, no one's stopping me from doing that, except for, that'd probably be a detriment to my team and our success, right? And so it's this complete mindset change where it's like, “Hey, I'm going to still put in a full day's work and get everything I can out of the day.” But I'm not sitting down at my desk. So when I'm home, I'm following up with teams making sure everything is good internally at the company, and then a lot of the time I'm on the road. So, I go to Eglin Air Force Base a lot, Hill Air Force Base and Edwards. Those are my three where I'm constantly rotating through. So, if anyone's at those bases, please let me know. Love to reach out to you guys, grab a beer, dinner or anything. You know, it's a lot of lonely nights in the hotel. So, every chance I get to meet up with fellow grads, see what else is going on — I love taking advantage of that opportunity. I've done that numerous times, and that's one of my favorite things and one of my favorite parts of the job. So, I don't know what a standard day looks like for me. That's one thing I love about this job. And kind of why I stuck with it, so I'm never bored. No day is the same. You're always finding a new opportunity, someone new to talk to, some new base, a new program, that there's infinite possibilities. It's such a big Air Force and it gives me a chance to stay involved with our community, give back, and just, hey, if there's another grad out there that's looking to separate and needs a job, any grad — I've offered this plenty of times and stepped through it — any grad that's trying to separate, you have an instant interview at a minimum, with us right away. Please reach out anytime. Naviere Walkewicz 24:03 That's amazing. I think you know you talk about there is no standard, but maybe you actually... the standard is that you hold yourself to a standard so that you're seeking opportunities when they're there, you're prepared, and you're trying to connect with other grads and make ways for them as well, or at least a potential opportunity. Let's talk about that, because I find— you know, you're a 2015 graduate, you're in your career trajectory, and you've made time to become the chapter president for the Central Texas chapter. And, you know, chapter services, that's when you bring grads together. I don't know how you manage that, as well as build a business. Let's talk about that. How did that even happen? Jake DeRuyter 24:43 Yeah, so Mike Lambert started our chapter. He's a '70 grad, one of the coolest, most informative, just unique individuals. He is the greatest guy. Now, I wish I could live half the life that he has when I get to be his age. I reached out to him a couple years ago now saying, “Hey, the baseball team's in town playing UT, we have plans to all go to it, like, what's going on? Because I, this is bad on me... I didn't know that the chapter existed at the time. And he's like, “Oh shoot. I didn't know about it. Yeah, that sounds great. I'll send out a message, let's start rallying people to go as a big group.” I think we got maybe 20 to 30 people. It's a decent showing. And then after he's like, “Hey, I'm looking to pass this on to somebody. Would you be interested in it?” And I'm like, “Yeah, of course. I don't really know what it entails.” And then without me kind of having a say in it, everyone there is like, “Oh, hey, let's all have a vote right now. Raise your hand if you want Jake s the next president,” and Neil Wendt, Harry Keyes, a bunch of other grads were there all raising hands, like, “Hey, here's our new president.” So, yeah, I mean, I definitely wanted it, not like I didn't have a say in it, but yeah, it was nice having that little motivational push from everybody else. And then Neil Wendt, he's been my VP, and almost had a year going just now, so we still got a lot of work to do. We're still building a lot of things, but we're pretty proud of the steps that we've taken to kind of build this community. But yeah, it's definitely tough. You got work and then home life, and then family, and then you're just like, “Oh shoot, I still got to do this.” So, I mean, we all got a million things on a plate, so just like the Academy teaches you, how do you put 25 hours into a 24-hour day? Naviere Walkewicz 26:18 Right? So I found that curious, what you'd mentioned. You said, “I didn't even know we had a chapter,” but you reached out to Mike Lambert. So did you already have a mentor-mentee relationship with him, or how did you know him? Jake DeRuyter 26:29 No, I heard about it a little bit before that, because I kind of, in the back of my head, knew it existed. I just didn't know what all entailed. And it didn't say Austin. It just said to Central Texas. So, I didn't really know what all it meant. And then meeting with him and getting involved with him, and all in the whole group that he's started and been a part of for a long time. Yeah, it's really cool hearing their stories. And we do a monthly lunch every Friday or every first Friday of the month, and we get to hear all the cool war stories and everything. It's honestly one of the things I look forward to most every month is listening in to those guys. There's just so many funny connections all over the place. And, yeah, it's awesome. If anyone's listening in Austin, we'll be doing it again next week, or the first Friday this upcoming month of April. Naviere Walkewicz 27:13 That's wonderful. So talk a little bit about what it's been like being the chapter president. You know, I think when we think about times at the Academy, you're leading a group of your peers, and obviously these peers are various years. But what has that been like, and what have you seen to be challenging so far? Jake DeRuyter 27:29 Yeah, so it's completely different than on active duty, because you have positional power, right? And your airmen, the younger officers, they've got to listen to you, right? The chapter president sounds cool. Like, what authority do I have? Right? Absolutely nothing. It's just more of I'm the one coordinating and leading the charge, right? So you got to be the one to say what you're going to do and actually follow through and do it. And that's tough when you've got a million other competing priorities, and you're always trying to schedule your time and so I've been thankful I've had a great team. There's been times I can't make that monthly lunch and your others fill in. So we've had a pretty good core group there. But trying to find ways to motivate people to participate is extremely difficult unless they have like a direct buy in or impact or return on their investment. I think I saw in our last AOG election, we had like a 22% voting rate. And so we see that at the local chapters too, where it's tough finding people, so I'll go on LinkedIn, just trolling, just looking for anyone that says Air Force Academy grad, outside of any major city in Texas besides Austin. So, trying to get that direct touch. But it definitely takes time and effort and you've got to be willing to show that you're willing to go forth and put it in. Otherwise everyone's gonna be like, “Hey, I'm just getting another spam email. Why would I listen to this?” Naviere Walkewicz 28:43 Right? And I just find it even more just impressive. What compelled you to reach out in the first place and say, “Hey, I'd like to get more involved?” Because you were already doing all these things through your job. So why the additional responsibility? Jake DeRuyter 29:00 I think that's a great question. I think it's just because… You said: I was already doing it, and so I was like, “Hey, this is a natural fit for what I enjoy doing and what I could truly care about.” And as we've mentioned, all those grads in the past have helped me out and made me who I am today. You know from my dad and my teachers, the officers that are ahead of me. It's like, “Hey, how do I give back?” Because I know I wouldn't be standing where I am without our fellow grads and then the whole overarching community. So it's like, “What little can I do to make one person's life that 1% better?” I'll take that chance any day of the week. Naviere Walkewicz 29:33 Well, we talked about some of the challenges you've experienced and your deep desire to give back. So, share a success that you've had since being chapter president, and what's really kind of filled your bucket in this giving back piece. Jake DeRuyter 29:44 Oh, so we did a watch party for the Air Force/Army game; that's pretty standard chapter president stuff like, “Oh, hey, you threw a watch party.” That's not the big thing. But the really cool part was the people that showed up. And I feel horrible. I forget his name right now, but the oldest living graduate, he had his daughter drive him because, “Hey, I'm not going to miss this.” And so I was like, whoa. Like, that was like... Naviere Walkewicz 30:13 I'm going to look that up myself. That's amazing. Jake DeRuyter 30:16 Having that moment like, “Wow, that's really cool.” Where it's like, “Hey, that wouldn't have happened without the work of my team putting this together. And, yeah, putting together watch parties is nothing crazy. But it's still— hearing those stories and meeting those people that were there when this first started. Like, we were joking earlier: They don't even know what Founders Day is because they were there for it. That wasn't really a thing for them. Now it's like our annual celebration, but to them it's just like, “Oh yeah. We just started it.” Like, that's just how... Naviere Walkewicz 30:48 ...on the shoulders of giants, right? Jake DeRuyter Yes. Naviere Walkewicz Jake, it just sounds like you had such an incredible ride so far. And I know you're you know your journey is in the midst of it, and I can't wait to hear how you'll continue to do so as a graduate, as we support you. But right now, I'd like to ask you some specific leadership lessons, the first one really pertaining to you: What do you do every day to be a better leader? Jake DeRuyter 31:12 That reach out. Like, always that checking in. I don't necesarilly schedule it, but if I ever have 20 or 30, minutes, nothing's on my calendar for work, or things are slow, it's like, “Hey, who haven't I talked to in a while?” Whether it's one of my classmates, one of my freshmen, one of the people that served with me… And then I spend a lot of time on the road, so, I'm driving. I always try to reach out and call and reconnect with people that you haven't talked to in X amount of months. Because I always know that I really appreciate when I always hear from people like that. And so that's like one thing I always want to do is like, “Hey, what's going on in life? Where are you at now?” That's what's so cool about the Air Force community as a whole: People are moving, doing cool new jobs all over the place. So, I love getting to hear those stories and truly listening in. The leadership question: Actually listen. Take interest and don't just be waiting to say what you want to say next. Like, actually, like, “Oh, hey, there's some pretty cool stories out there. And people are doing some amazing, unique things.” Shoot, look at Wyatt Hendrickson this weekend. One of the greatest college sports upsets of all time. Naviere Walkewicz 32:19 Of all time — 100%. I think that's a really great way— just even like rallying together and talking about that. I mean, what a great way to… “Hey, I haven't talked to you in a while. Did you see Wyatt? What he did? You know, it's just amazing. Jake DeRuyter 32:32 Yep, exactly. Wyatt, if you're ever in Austin, drinks are on me, man, congrats. Naviere Walkewicz 32:38 That's outstanding. All right, so tell me, then, Jake, what would you share as something that an aspiring leader can do every day? So, that's something you do personally. What might you share with an aspiring leader that they can do today that will reap benefits down the road? Jake DeRuyter 32:53 Yeah, don't just worry about your own career and your own life, because whether you look at officers, coaches— a lot of people can be judged based on the people that they've built up rather than their own career. We see that all the time in coaching, and it's like, if you're truly worried about the development of the guys around you, you're going to build up yourself and your whole team and everybody and so make that the primary goal. Not just, “Hey, how do I get that next job? How do I get that next rank?” Because people are going to spot that as being phony really quick. So, be genuine, and pump up the other ones around you. Because a rising tide lifts all ships. Naviere Walkewicz 33:27 Gosh. And like I said, you're kind of in this rise in your career and in your life. You know, if you were to look back and talk to your younger self, Jake, whether your cadet self or even your child self, is there any advice you would give yourself, knowing what you know today? Jake DeRuyter 33:44 Yeah, the biggest thing is be more involved. I think especially as a cadet and in early officer life, I was just like, “How do I get through the day? What do I do to get through class, or to get through the SCIF life?” Or something like that. “How do I get to the part of life where I'm spending time with my friends, or having fun?” I definitely wish I was much more involved at the Academy and as a young lieutenant, like, I definitely took things for granted back then, and that's probably the biggest thing I changed, is like, “Hey, I definitely had the extra time.” I could have given back more at that time, and maybe I'm trying to make up for a little bit for that now. Naviere Walkewicz 34:19 Well, I think it's never too late to start. And what are you doing now that fills your bucket in that way? Jake DeRuyter 34:25 Oh, yeah, the biggest things, the AOG chapter presidency and helping other grads transition. I can't tell you how many fellow grads I've talked to as they're looking for SkillBridge, trying to figure out what that next step looks like. It doesn't stop. Everyone's hitting their five years coming up. It happens every year, right? So there's always that influx, especially those that aren't flying. It's tough making that jump. You know, it's a scary world out there. And I said, it's just you, yourself and I. Whatever the opposite of that is. It's like, “Hey, I know I didn't feel like I had the resources when I was initially getting out through traditional means of the Air Force.” So I want to be that person that's like, “Hey, I'll offer that olive branch anytime.” So yeah, love to help out wherever I can. Naviere Walkewicz 35:13 Well, those connections are so important, and I think one of the things I really appreciate about you, Jake, is really recognizing that connection. I think you even shared with me a story, and maybe you can share it here, about how you still are in touch with your sponsor family? Jake DeRuyter 35:26 Yeah. I went to high school in the Springs for a little bit, and the best man in my wedding, his family was the one that sponsored me. So, they had sponsored cadets for years, sponsoring the basketball team through the 2000s. Then in high school, he made me a bet. He's like, “Hey, you idiot, if there's any way that you get in, I'll sponsor.” He's like, “I'm done sponsoring cadets, but if you make it in, you'll be my last one.” Naviere Walkewicz And so you were the exception for him. Jake DeRuyter Yeah, I was the exception to the rule. So yeah, we still get together every year to go to the opening round of March Madness. So we just did Lexington, Kentucky, for those games, and then next year we'll be doing Tampa. So yeah, college sports and that competition that you talked about that's a huge center piece of my life, and I center all my travel and my fun around it. So yeah, they've been awesome, and a huge part of why I am or where I am today as well. Naviere Walkewicz 36:11 I love that. Well, we're going to ask for Jake's final thoughts next, but before we do, I'd like to take a moment and thank you for listening to Long Blue Leadership. The podcast publishes Tuesdays in both video and audio and is available on all your favorite podcast platforms. Be sure to stay in touch. Watch, subscribe and listen to all episodes of Long Blue Leadership at longblueleadership.org. All right, Jake, we're ready to hear your final thoughts. It's been incredible spending time with you today. Jake DeRuyter 36:39 I appreciate it Naviere. Very humbled to be here. You just had Secretary Wilson. I'm sure you've had some astronauts and generals on here, so the fact that you picked me: I was just like, “Man, that really means a lot.” So I just want to say thank you. Yeah, I don't want to repeat myself too much, but yeah, any fellow grads, if you're ever in the Austin area, love to meet up, grab a beer, whatever we can do to help each other out. Just whatever we can do to give back to the Long Blue Line. Naviere Walkewicz 37:03 Well, thank you for never being too busy for our graduates. I think that was one of the things that really stood out to me throughout everything you've shared, is you know, you care about people, and it's really translated to how you care about our fellow graduates, and I can't wait to see all the amazing things you'll continue to do. So thanks for being a leader in our Long Blue Line. Jake DeRuyter 37:22 Yeah, I appreciate that, Naviere. Thank you so much. Naviere Walkewicz 37:25 Well, Jake, one more time, thank you again, and I'm Naviere Walkewicz, thank you for joining us on Long Blue Leadership until next time. KEWORDS Resilience, Adaptability, Mentorship, Network, Long Blue Line, Leadership, Development, Career Transition, Service, Community Support, Grit, Connections, Risk-Taking, Personal Growth, Military to Civilian Transition, Air Force Academy, Leadership Philosophy, Professional Networking, Continuous Learning, Relationship Building, Giving Back The Long Blue Line Podcast Network is presented by the U.S. Air Force Academy Association and Foundation

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Garcia Checks Greene & Pritzker Preaches to HRC

Series Podcast: This Way Out

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 28:58

Infamous U.S. Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) didn't know what she was getting into when she defamed the drag artist with a doctorate Professor Lil Miss Hot Mess, but gay Representative Robert Garcia (D-CA) had the skillful sarcasm to shut her down (Lauren Schmitt reports). lIllinois Governor JB Pritzker's fiery address lights up the Human Rights Campaign's annual Los Angeles dinner with a call to move the movement into the streets. And in NewsWrap: same-gender sex is outlawed again by Trinidad and Tobago's Court of Appeal, six European countries warn their transgender and nonbinary citizens to beware of traveling to a Trump-ruled United States, U.S. officials pull the funding for research projects from seven Australian universities as the Trump administration's war on “wokeness” spreads, a preliminary injunction by District of Columbia Court Judge Ana Reyes continues to halt the Trump administration's ban on transgender military service, Judge Benjamin H. Settle of the Western District of Washington state adds his injunction to Judge Reyes' while New Jersey's District Judge Christine P. O'Hearn saves two more trans airmen from expulsion, Texas A&M University's embattled “Draggieland” show takes the prize for persistence, and more international LGBTQ+ news reported this week by Marcos Najera and Ret (produced by Brian DeShazor). All this on the March 31, 2025 edition of This Way Out! Join our family of listener-donors today at http://thiswayout.org/donate/

01.13.2025: Ret. Elder Rev. Henrietta Fullard

The Greater Allen Cathedral

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2025 22:46

Ret. Elder Rev. Henrietta Fullard

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Evening Edition: Palestinians Hold Anti-Hamas Protests In Gaza

The FOX News Rundown

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 20:01

Thousands of Palestinians took to the streets of Gaza this week demanding an end to the war and also protesting the Hamas terror group calling for their ouster. It is a rare and dangerous display for Palestinians who were heard chanting "Down with Hamas" as Hamas has violently cracked down on any previous protests. Many are asking if this could be the start of the end of Hamas rule in Gaza. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Lt. Col. (Ret.) Jonathan Conricus, senior fellow at FDD focused on the Middle East. He served in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) for 24 years as a combat commander in Lebanon and the Gaza Strip, who says these protests could very well be a change in Gaza but the true impact will take some time. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Updates on Budget/Reconciliation and in Israel

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 67:47

Hugh covers the news of the day and talks with Sen. Tom Cotton, Major General Melvin G. Spiese (USMC, ret.), Haviv Rettig Gur, Bethany Mandel, and Adm. Mark Montgomery (USN, Ret.).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Joe Piscopo Show 3-24-25

Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 139:15

00:39- Joe and President Trump this weekend 50:27- John Solomon, award-winning investigative journalist, founder of "Just The News," and the host of “Just the News, No Noise” on the Real America’s Voice networkTopic: "Judge who blocked Trump deportations took junket to event with anti-Trump speakers, sponsor" (Just the News), other news of the day 57:15- Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis, Representative for New York's 11th Congressional DistrictTopic: Congestion pricing deadline extension 1:10:15- Gordon Chang, Asia expert, columnist and author of "China is Going to War"Topic: Trump hinting at "flexibility" for China 1:28:29- Andrew McCarthy, Contributing Editor at National Review & Fellow at the National Review Institute, and a Fox News ContributorTopic: Trump DOJ 1:59:17- Daniel Hoffman, Ret. CIA Senior Clandestine Services Officer and a Fox News ContributorTopic: Russian air attack on Kyiv, US attorney in charge of cases involving CIA leaks and 2:11:50- Sgt. Joseph Imperatrice, Founder of Blue Lives Matter NYC with 19 years of law enforcement experience primarily in the Detective Bureau fieldTopic: Latest in NYC crimeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is America Ready for a Full-Blown Cyberwar? with Nicole Perlroth, Michael Schmidt & Lt. Col. Vindman

On with Kara Swisher

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 59:21

Everything, everywhere, all at once — but not the movie. This is how cybersecurity experts describe a scenario where a foreign adversary shuts off critical infrastructure, like oil pipelines, water networks, ports, and electric grids, all over the country. The terrifying truth is that China has already hacked into our critical infrastructure. They're “living off the land” and could conceivably attack whenever is most convenient. What's worse? Our political leaders are defunding America's cybersecurity efforts. In order to dig in deeper, Kara talks to Nicole Perlorth, Michael Schmidt, and Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman, (Ret.) Nicole Perlroth spent a decade as the lead cybersecurity reporter at The New York Times, before going inside the tent and joining the advisory board of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency and the Council on Foreign Relations' Cyber Task Force. She is a founding partner at Silverbuckshot Ventures and the host and producer of To Catch a Thief, a new podcast on China's rise to cyber dominance. Michael Schmidt is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative reporter for The New York Times and the author of the best-selling book Donald Trump v. The United States. He's also the executive producer and co-creator of the Netflix series Zero Day, a political thriller about a devastating cyberattack on the U.S. Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman is the former director of European Affairs for the National Security Council. Vindman was a key witness during President Trump's first impeachment and testified about Trump's infamous phone call with President Zelensky of Ukraine. He is a senior fellow at the Johns Hopkins Foreign Policy Institute and the author of The Folly of Realism: How the West Deceived Itself About Russia and Betrayed Ukraine. Questions? Comments? Email us at on@voxmedia.com or find us on Instagram, TikTok and Bluesky @onwithkaraswisher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

An Exclusive AANA Update: Advocacy, Leadership & The Road Ahead

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 36:54

What's next for CRNAs and the future of nurse anesthesia? Today we're bringing you an exclusive update from the leadership at the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology about the strategic vision for the future of the profession. AANA President Jan Setnor, MSN, CRNA, Col. (Ret), USAFR, NC and President-Elect Jeff Molter, MBA, MSN, CRNA join us to share key updates, insights, and advocacy efforts shaping nurse anesthesia. Here are some of the key topics we discuss:

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The Joe Piscopo Show 3-19-25

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 140:28

00:50- St. Joseph’s Day 30:14- Astronauts return to Earth 36:03- Joseph diGenova, former U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Topic: Impeachment articles filed against the judge who ordered Trump to stop deportation flights, St. Joseph's Day 49:26- Daniel Hoffman, Ret. CIA Senior Clandestine Services Officer and a Fox News Contributor Topic: Trump's call with Putin 1:10:23- Chris Swecker, attorney who served as assistant director of the FBI for the Criminal Investigative Division from 2004 to 2006 Topic: Kash Patel says the FBI captured its 3rd most-wanted fugitive since Donald Trump took office, JFK files released 1:23:10- Miranda Devine, columnist for the New York Post and the author of "The Big Guy" Topic: "IRS whistleblowers who investigated Hunter Biden — and were ostracized — are promoted at Treasury Department" (New York Post op ed) 1:33:25- Bill Camastro, Dealer and Partner at Gold Coast Cadillac Topic: Latest at Gold Coast Cadillac 1:44:14- Dr. Charlie Camarda, NASA Astronaut, Former Director of Engineering at Johnson Space Center in Houston, and the author of "Mission Out of Control" Topic: NASA astronauts return in Space X capsule after 9 months in space 1:57:37- Holly Schepisi, New Jersey State Senator (Republican) representing the 39th District Topic: New Jersey hospitals asking parents to identify pronouns and sexual orientations for newborn babies 2:08:37- Michael Goodwin, Chief Political Columnist for the New York Post Topic: "Michael Goodwin: Cuomo greenlit progressive nonsense and royally fumbled COVID – but still refuses to admit he helped destroy NYC" (New York Post op ed)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Best of Caller Questions - 3/14/2025

InvestTalk

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 46:55

In this compilation program, Justin Klein and Luke Guerrero field a variety of finance and investment questions from callers across the United States and around the world.Today's Stocks & Topics: Trend Following, Return of Equity and Ret. Of Assets, Quant Investing, Treasuries, Index Funds, Money Market Funds, 401k Withdrawal, Dividend Reinvestment, Short Selling vs. Put Options, Covered Calls, International and Emerging Market, DRIP Stocks, ETFs Analysis, Investment Loss, Roth I-R-A Contributions, Small Caps, Transfer Positions.Our Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com* Check out ShipStation: https://shipstation.com/INVEST* Check out Trust & Will: https://trustandwill.com/INVESTAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

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We Must Pass The C.R.