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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 71:20

The boys are joined by Mike Meyer from Blue Notes Rising to talk about the Blues, Thunderbirds, the draft and prospects that are sprinkled around the globe. Give him a follow on social media!

Springfield Thunderbirds Head Coach Steve Ott

BK & Ferrario

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 11:57

Steve Ott joins the show to discuss what he had seen from Otto Stenberg and Theo Lindstein while they were playing under him in the AHL. What is the toughest part about leaping from the AHL to the NHL for a defenseman. Plus, Ott talks about what Brayden Schenn meant for the Blues organization. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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The Gerry Anderson Podcast | Rosalyn Landor

The Gerry Anderson Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2026 93:47

This month, we're joined by prolific actress Rosalyn Landor. From appearances aboard the Starship Enterprise and Hammer House of Horror via Sherlock Holmes and over 500 audiobooks, Rosalyn has spent a lifetime working with our greatest actors - some of whom have an Anderson connection, too!But does that mean - along with a love of UFO and Thunderbirds - that she's guaranteed a high score on the Andermeter? And just what will the Randomiser choose for her to watch with us next time?Meanwhile, Jamie's always around when there's presents to unwrap, so he joins Richard and Chris for a special Voice Of The Podsterons - with gifts!00:23 Welcome to the Gerry Anderson Podcast! 04:10 The Voice Of The Podsterons16:55 We Welcome Rosalyn Landor!20:12 The Andermeter!26:31 Roz's Favourite Thunderbirds Episode31:50 A Childhood Memory with an Anderson Connection44:48 Rumpole Of The Bailey on Space 1999!01:03:37 Sleuthing with Sherlock Holmes01:04:55 All Aboard The Enterprise!01:12:47 Viewers' Questions01:25:36 Rosalyn Presses The Randomiser Button!01:27:34 Fab FactsNever Miss An EpisodeJoin the Podsterons Facebook groupSubscribe wherever you get your podcastsThe Randomiser with Chris DaleHelp The ShowLeave us a review on Apple PodcastsTweet about it! Use the hashtag #GerryAndersonPodcast@ImJamieAnderson / @RichardNJames / @ChrisDalekStay In TouchEmail Podcast AT GerryAnderson.comJoin the Email Newsletter

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Premier League match day 29 review!

THE LONG BLUE LEADERSHIP PODCAST

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2026 48:25

Send us your questions and thoughts by text!! Leave your name in the text!Hello and welcome to the Late Kick Off Football Podcast episode 196! Mike and Jamie mull over the sides heading for the trap door (04:00) from Tottenham vs Crystal Palace to Fulham vs West Ham as Spurs get dragged to the cliff edge and the Black Cats appear to keep all their lives in the Premier League as they beat a now-threatened Leeds United. Can Wolverhampton Wanderers do the impossible? Liverpool continually falls foul of the fact that a game lasts more than 90 minutes.In all the excitement we forget to leave the boot in on one of the “class of ‘92” as Michael Carrick suffers defeat for the first time as Manchester United manager.But we do head to the south coast for our first marquee matchup in Manchester (23:20), City hosted Nottingham Forest in a game with ramifications at either end of the table. Then there is the league leaders Arsenal making the trip to Brighton and a discussion about how poor a spectacle the Premier League is these days (27:20).In Birmingham (36:40), Aston Villa welcomed the self-proclaimed (and repeatedly self-reminding) world champions Chelsea in a clash with serious Champions League ramifications. We ask whether the Villains have been ‘found out' and whether Chelsea's project under Rosenior is a win for the LinkedIn community.And finally, we crown our “Bin Juice Game of the Week" (45:45) as Bournemouth and Brentford quietly cancel each other out.All reviews, likes, shares and of course listens are hugely appreciated! Why not leave a review right now, it only takes a second! Please follow and tag us on the socials :BlueSky - @TLKO https://bsky.app/profile/tlko.bsky.social X - @TLKOPod Instagram - Late Kick Off Football Podcast (@latekickoffpod) • Instagram photos and videos Thanks to all our contributors:Ciaran Fowler for the artwork!Ciaran Fowler for the logo! The intro music is a range of credits, the Thunderbirds, the Skids, and Sky Sports and Ray Hudson commentary... and of course Keith Ward! This podcast is in no way monetised (in fact it costs a fortune!).

Exit Meeting - UBC ft. Shomari Williams

At The 55

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 48:40

Tom and Zac return for a new installment of the Exit Meeting with a very special guest, Shomari Williams, recruiting coordinator for UBC to talk about the current state of the Thunderbirds.

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Courage to Lead: NCLS Marks 33 Years at USAFA

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 62:09

What does courage look like under fire? In captivity? In command? In service? This edition of Long Blue Leadership was recorded on location at the U.S. Air Force Academy's 33rd National Character and Leadership Symposium. We've explored these questions with our guests and captured the conversations for you. Ted Robertson, Multimedia and Podcast Specialist for the Air Force Academy Association and Foundation, hosts this special episode featuring voices shaped by combat, crises and lifelong service. Their message to cadets is clear: Leadership is earned through character, and character is forged in hard moments. - Seg. 1: Lt. Col. Mark George and C1C Jaime Snyder, officer and NCLS cadet director, respectively, set the stage for this year's NCLS and for the podcast. - Seg. 2: Senior Master Sgt. (Ret.) Israel "DT" Del Toro on courage in times of crisis. - Seg. 3: Task Force Hope developer and facilitator Maj. Tara Holmes on preparing future leaders to handle crisis before it happens. - Seg. 4: Former POW Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Edward Mechenbier '64, on leading in circumstances out of your control. - Seg. 5: Annapolis grad and Vietnam-era aviator, Capt. (Ret.) J. Charles Plumb on how character breeds courage. All of our guest's lives and careers reflect the reality of this year's theme through combat, crisis and service. CONNECT WITH THE LONG BLUE LINE PODCAST NETWORK TEAM Ted Robertson | Producer and Editor: Ted.Robertson@USAFA.org Send your feedback or nominate a guest: socialmedia@usafa.org Ryan Hall | Director: Ryan.Hall@USAFA.org Bryan Grossman | Copy Editor: Bryan.Grossman@USAFA.org Wyatt Hornsby | Executive Producer: Wyatt.Hornsby@USAFA.org ALL PAST LBL EPISODES | ALL LBLPN PRODUCTIONS AVAILABLE ON ALL MAJOR PODCAST PLATFORMS FULL TRANSCRIPT OUR SPEAKERS: - Host, Ted Robertson, Multimedia and Podcast Specialist, United States Air Force Academy Association and Foundation - Seg. 1: C1C Jaime Snyder, NCLS Cadet Director; Lt. Col. Mark George, NCLS Officer - Seg. 2: Senior Master Sargent Israel Del Toro - Seg. 3: Maj. Tara Holmes, Task Force Hope - Seg. 4: Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Edward Mechenbier '64 - Seg. 5: Capt. (Ret.) J. Charles Plumb Ted Robertson 0:00 Welcome to Long Blue Line Podcast Network coverage of the 33rd annual National Character and Leadership Symposium. I'm Ted Robertson, multimedia and podcast specialist for the Air Force Academy Association & Foundation, coming to you from Polaris Hall located here at the United States Air Force Academy. This year's symposium centers on the theme Courage to Lead in the Profession of Arms: Combat and Crisis-tested Character, where attendees and cadets will explore how courage in all its forms shapes leaders when uncertainty, fear and consequence are real. Our coverage will start with the Center for Character and Leadership Development's Lt. Col. Mark George and NCLS director, Cadet 1st Class Jaime Snyder. They'll set the stage not only for NCLS, but for today's coverage. Then we'll talk with four key leaders speaking at the symposium, including Senior Master Sgt. (Ret.) Israel Del Torro on keeping courageous during times of crisis. We'll also talk with Task Force Hope developer and facilitator, Maj. Tara Holmes, on preparing leaders to handle crisis before it happens. Then, former POW, Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Edward Mechenbier, USAFA Class of '64, on leading in circumstances out of your control. And finally, Annapolis grad and Vietnam-era aviator, Capt. (Ret.) J. Charles Plumb, on how character breeds courage. All of our guests' lives and careers reflect the reality of this year's theme through combat, crisis and service. So I want to bring in our first two guests to help, as I said, frame the discussion today. We're going to dig in to learn what this is all about and sort of the “why” behind it. Cadet Jaime Snyder, 2026 NCLS director. Cadet Snyder, you've helped lead the organizing of the National Character and Leadership Symposium — 33rd year for this, as you know, and part of that work, you've trained cadets and permanent party. I'm going to ask you to explain permanent party, all of which helps strengthen your own public speaking and leadership communication skills. You want to kind of expound on that a bit? C1C Jaime Snyder 2:20 Yes, sir. So a part of my role being in NCLS is to, one, provide the guidance, the support and resources on the cadet side to succeed. But what really makes NCLS special is that we integrate permanent party with cadets. So oftentimes me, in supporting and training permanent party, is giving them cadet perspective, because while they're over here and the Center for Character and Leadership Development, we're over there in the Cadet Wing, and I can be the mediator between both parties. Ted Robertson 2:46 Let's talk a little bit about permanent party. What does that term mean? Who does that describe? C1C Jaime Snyder 2:52 Oh yes. Permanent party describes the civilian and military faculty that works in the Center for Character and Leadership Development that assists with the execution of NCLS — the National Character and Leadership Symposium. Ted Robertson 3:05 How big is the team behind this event every year? C1C Jaime Snyder 3:08 It's kind of complex where we'll get search cadets. We'll get a large number of volunteers, approximately around 300 from the Cadet Wing. Internal staff consists of 50 cadets who work it throughout the entire year, and around 50 staff members who are permanent party who work in the Center for Character and Leadership Development. Ted Robertson 3:29 I want to bring in next Lt. Col. Mark George, who is the experiential and training division chief and NCLS program director, the very fortunate man that gets to work for some incredibly talented cadets. Col. Mark George 3:43 That is absolutely true. Thanks to for having us on. Cadet Snyder has done an outstanding job leading this team. I came into this a little bit late. You know, we've had some reorganization here at the Academy, and after some shuffling, I got the honor and the privilege to take over NCLS while the planning was well underway. So my job was to just make sure this train kept rolling, that people had the resources that they needed, the top cover they needed. And as Jamie said, he was training me as a permanent party member to make sure that I had the cadet perspective. And then, you know, we were moving this ball forward as we got to this event. Ted Robertson 4:23 So coming up in the podcast we'll get to the sort of “why” and what's at the core of NCLS. Colonel, let's start with you. What is National Character and Leadership Symposium designed to do for cadets? Col. Mark George 4:38 Sure. The National Character and Leadership Symposium — NCLS — is designed to bring exemplars that embody the core values and the traits that we want cadets to have when they become leaders on Day 1 and inspire them to a lifetime of service. Ted Robertson 4:57 Cadet Snyder? C1C Jaime Snyder 4:59 We definitely see at USAFA, there is a clear correlation with NCLS and character development. One thing we want cadets to get out of NCLS is to further develop leaders of character who are going to join the fight in the Air Force and Space Force, and that's why I see the epitome of NCLS as it's an opportunity to hear people's perspectives as well as learn from it and apply it to their daily lives. Ted Robertson 5:24 Gentlemen, this year's theme focuses on the courage to lead in the profession of arms. Cadet Snyder, we'll start with you. How did that theme come together, and why is it especially relevant for cadets right now? C1C Jaime Snyder 5:40 With our current structure at USAFA, we've had some implement of change. We recognize that the future war conflict is more prevalent than ever, and that it's important for the cadets to understand that we're changing the way we approach training, as well as what we're learning in curriculum. So this NCLS was an incredible opportunity to discuss courage when leading in the profession of arms, but furthermore, courage and crises-tested character. Which is what we're trying to further push along with what we do in training as well as what we teach in leadership. Ted Robertson 6:15 You make good decisions when your character is strong. You make those decisions with integrity when your character is intact and it's strong. Would you agree with that, Colonel? Col. Mark George 6:25 Absolutely. And I think Cadet Snyder hit the nail on the head that we really want the cadets to understand that the environments that they're stepping into are going to require that courage to do hard things. In my day, like we didn't necessarily think about the fight in that way. You know, we were kind of stovepiped in. And these cadets, whatever environment they may be stepping into, the next conflict is going to require a lot, a high demand of them, and their character is their foundation for that. Ted Robertson 6:59 One of the things you can say about this event is that it brings together voices from combat, crisis, athletics, academia and industry. How intentional is that mix, Cadet Snyder, and what do cadets gain from hearing such different perspectives on leadership and character? C1C Jaime Snyder 7:18 I think by hearing different perspectives, you get to see how universal courage is. When we say courage, it's not just one thing, it's also moral, social, spiritual. And by looking at different versions of courage, you can understand that there's different ways to actually apply courage. Understanding that courage is not the absence of fear, also knowing that courage is not simply being a confident individual. That it's more complex than you may define courage, and so you can then apply it that way — by looking at different perspectives. Ted Robertson 7:53 Colonel, I'll address this one to you as well. Col. Mark George 7:56 Sure. Courage — we're talking about courage here, and there's a heavy focus on the combat side with this year's speakers. The thing that sticks out to me is that courage always involves a decision to do the hard thing. And that's what all of our speakers brought this year. They're showing how in different environments, whether it's in a prison cell in Hanoi or up on the Space Station or — there's a hard decision and the right thing is sometimes pretty obvious, but it doesn't mean it's easy. It does not mean it's easy to do. And so courage always involves a decision to do the right thing. Ted Robertson 8:39 Cadet Snyder? C1C Jaime Snyder 8:40 What he said I find to be very true — understanding that courage is not simply doing something physical, but also in a leadership role, especially — we're talking to cadets who are going to soon be commissioned officers. It's important to know that you need to make the right decision on and off the battlefield. Ted Robertson 8:58 So from your perspective as a cadet — and this one is just for you, Cadet Snyder — what does it mean to help shape an event like NCLS while you're still developing as a leader yourself? C1C Jaime Snyder 9:10 What I've seen through NCLS is taking the time to relax. Don't focus on the future and focus where you're at right now, and that's character development. So don't let the pursuit of tomorrow diminish the joy today. We all have this aspiration to graduate, throw our hats in the air, Thunderbirds fly over. But right now it's important to focus on character development as that's going to be important as future officers. Ted Robertson 9:35 That makes 1,000% very clear sense. But I do want to ask you, less than 100 days from the day you toss your hat — you're giving me a big smile right now — talk about how that feels right now for you. C1C Jaime Snyder 9:47 It's incredible, and a part of it is less daunting, because I can say this institution has really prepared me to commission, and so it's more liberating than daunting for me. Ted Robertson 9:58 Col. George, I'm going to direct this one straight to you, and this is an ask of you from the leadership perspective: How do we events Like NCLS fit into the broader effort to intentionally develop leaders of character here at the Academy. Col. Mark George 10:14 So I get the honor of leading the experiential and training division in the Center for Character and Leadership Development. So we're all about creating experiences and those opportunities for cadets to have different types of environments where they'll learn about character. And right now, NCLS is an opportunity to listen to where people's character was tested, how they overcame it. And then we also have different events that we try to put the cadets in where we'll actually test their character. And that could be on the challenge tower, it could be through our character labs where we're having discussions. NCLS is a huge part of that, because the planning cycle is so long. Ted Robertson 10:59 Cadet Snyder? C1C Jaime Snyder 11:00 Yes, sir. One thing I wanted to add on to that is with NCLS, one thing that makes this event the most unique experience that I've had is the fact that we get to engage in meaningful dialog. This isn't a brief. This is an experience for everyone who attends. I've had the opportunity to talk to Col. George's son, who aspires to possibly come to the Air Force Academy. So I don't want to say this is just for cadets, but it's also a promotion tool. And understand that what we do at NCLS is very important. And anyone who wants to attend can come and see what we're doing and how important it is. Col. Mark George 11:33 I want to thank you for that, by the way. He looks up to you, and that meant a lot. Ted Robertson 11:37 That's pretty visionary stuff. That's touching the next generation. That's fantastic. All right, this is for you both. When cadets look back on NCLS years from now, what do you hope they're going to remember feeling or being challenged to do differently? C1C Jaime Snyder 11:56 There is a very strong human component to NCLS, and with that, there's a human experience. Understanding that we're getting speakers and we'll see their bios that they're incredible. They have incredible stories of making the right decision when tensions were high, and getting to hear their stories and understand that they ultimately were no different than we are. Some of them were Air Force Academy graduates. Some graduated from the Naval Academy, West Point, other colleges, but they were young, 20-year-old people like we were as cadets. And so getting to understand where they're coming from, human experience is vital to NCLS, and how do we grow and understand where they're coming from? Ted Robertson 12:38 Col. George? Col. Mark George 12:39 Yeah, I think what I would want the cadets to remember is how these speakers made them feel. You're right, you won't remember every nugget of wisdom that was said. I just had the opportunity to talk with Gen. Scott Miller, and he was an incredible leader. And I feel like everything he was saying was gold. I wish I'd been able to write it down. But he really makes you feel like you understand just how important your role is going to be as a young leader. And when you come away as second lieutenants from this place, you've had incredible opportunities and now you're stepping out in the real world. I would think I want the cadets to remember that like, “Hey, what I do matters, and how I lead is very important to getting this mission done.” Ted Robertson 13:24 Lt. Col. Mark George and C1C Jaime Snyder, officer and cadet in charge of the 33rd NCLS. Congratulations on the event. Well done, and thank you for spending time here with us on the podcast today. Hearing from both the cadet perspective and the senior leadership behind NCLS makes one thing very clear: This symposium is intentionally designed not just to inspire but to prepare future leaders for moments when character will be tested. And that brings me to my first featured guest, a man whose life story embodies what combat and crisis-tested character truly means. Israel “DT” Del Toro, welcome to the podcast. It's an honor to be with you here at the National Character and Leadership Symposium. Senior Master Sgt. (Ret.) Israel Del Toro 14:18 Thank you, Ted. Thanks for having me. Good to see you again. Ted Robertson 14:21 Yes, it's not the first time we've gotten to spend some time together. Senior Master Sgt. Israel Del Toro 14:24 It's always great to talk to people, try and spread the word of the whole spark and the promise of my dad. Ted Robertson 14:30 The spark and the promises are the two things that really stood out to me about that interview — your heart and your soul man, from a very, very early age. Senior Master Sgt. Israel Del Toro 14:39 You know, losing my dad at 12, and then a year and a half later, losing my mom to a drunk driver, and being the oldest, you know, having to now kind of step up to be, like, the parent figure to my younger siblings. It was challenging. Ted Robertson 14:55 Out of all of that, you wound up as a retired — you are currently a retired senior master sergeant. You took responsibility for your siblings, as you say, after you were orphaned as a teenager, and ultimately in the service combat-wounded airmen, and you survived catastrophic injuries against incredible odds, and that did not keep you down. One of the things that you did was you became an Invictus Games gold medalist. You're now a national speaker, and you talk a lot about resilience and purpose. Senior Master Sgt. Israel Del Toro 15:27 Yes, sir. Yeah, Invictus, I won gold in shot put. It was pretty awesome. You know, everyone was just going nuts. Ted Robertson 15:37 You kind of make me feel like that was a soul-feeding, motivating time for you. Senior Master Sgt. Israel Del Toro 15:42 It was. At that time, I was probably one of the senior guys, kind of. Obviously, I was one of the senior guys, wounded guys on the team, and so a lot of people looked up to me. And sometimes I wish — people would say, “Man, it's great. You're such trailblazer.” You're sometimes like, “Man, I just want to be one of the guys. I just, I just want to be No. 10.” You know, everything's all done, and no one's focusing everything on me. But it's a burden that I'm willing to carry on to try and continue to help people. Ted Robertson 16:19 I want to linger here in your background a bit, because it's more than just impressive. I think impressive is pretty trite to describe what your background is. Let's start with before the Air Force and before combat, and just how your life demanded responsibility at such a young age. And what I want to ask is, how did stepping up for your family shape the leader that you became? Senior Master Sgt. Israel Del Toro 16:40 Well, I contribute that totally to my dad. I truly do. My dad was there. My dad, you know, I went everywhere with my dad. My dad — you know, he came from Mexico to this country, and he gave up a lot. You know, my family in Mexico is very wealthy, their ranchers and all that. He came here with nothing. And he always used to tell me, he's like, “Don't ever be envious of someone that's successful. Learn from them. Ask them questions.” He also used to tell me, “If you don't succeed, it's no one else's fault by yourself. Don't blame where you came from, where you grew up from, the situation. It is only your fault.” So my dad always had told me these little lessons and obviously the last lesson he gave me the night before he passed: Always take care of your family. And that just stayed with me, that kind of continued to shape me all throughout my life, all through my journey, at a young age to teenager to young adult to the military and to now, to this day, that really guided me to who I am. Now, it's like, I always hear people say, “Oh, man, I don't know if I can do it.” I was like, “Yeah, you can. You Just never know. You weren't ever put in that situation” I always believe — you always hear the fight or flight. “What are you gonna do?” I just fight, and I continue to fight. I just don't see the flight in me. And, you know, being the promise of take care of your family. Yes, I tell people, that originated with my family — my brothers and sisters. But throughout time it has evolved to now anyone I see that's having a hard time that needs maybe to hear a story or read a book or hear a journey to help them find that spark, because I see them now as my family. I see that as my family, as my mission now. Ted Robertson 18:50 Let's stay with spark for a minute. It's just one of my favorite things that you've ever talked about. You're down, you've been badly burned, you're worried about whether you're going to survive, and a medic is helping you out, and he does something for you. He says something to you. Senior Master Sgt. Israel Del Toro 19:07 Yeah, you know, the medic — I always like to say, you know, yes, I'm Air Force. Those guys were Army, and we bust each other's chops. But, we're all brothers and sisters, and we're down range, you know? We take care of each other, we tell stories, we talk about our family. So these guys knew what had happened in my past with my family. So when I'm, you know, laying there, after I coordinate getting air, and I started the adrenaline going down, I started getting scared. I was having a hard time breathing, and I just wanted to lay down and sleep. The medic came and reminded me, “DT, remember what you promised your son, that you'll never let him grow without his dad. Fight for your son. You got to fight for your son.” And he's just making me yell it. You use anything you can to keep your guy motivated, to help that spark go, keep going. And that's what he did. He found that spark to keep me going, to keep me fighting until that medevac came and to get me on that helicopter, to the FOB, to the hospital, and then to eventually San Antonio. Ted Robertson 20:24 After that injury, that's when the fight shifted. You had to get off the battlefield. You had to get that out of your head. You had to start battling for your recovery. So what did courage look like when progress seemed like it was slow and at one point nothing was guaranteed? Israel Del Toro 20:46 Yeah, it, you know, when he had a shift from now being on the battlefield to now a different kind of battle and your recovery, your way of life — it's difficult because you have people telling you this is what your life's going to be. You know, being told that you're never going to walk again. You got to be in a hospital for another year and a half, respirator for the rest of your life and your military career is pretty much over. You know, I like to say there's two choices again: Who you're going to be? Are you going to take the easy path, which is, I'm going to sit in a chair, accept what they say, hate life, you know, curse the world. Are you going to take the hard path where I want to fight? I'm going to show you I can do this. I'm going to prove that I still have value, and I want to come out of this ahead and show not only my son but the rest of the world. You stay positive, you find that spark, you will come out ahead. Ted Robertson 21:48 All right, last question on your background, because we're going to roll all this into why you're here and what messages you want to share with the cadets and the attendees that are here. You did something I don't think most human beings would even think about after that ordeal that you had been through all those years, everything. You reenlisted, and it wasn't just a medical milestone. It wasn't because you could, it was a conscious decision. So what internal commitment had to come first for you to make that decision. Israel Del Toro 22:22 You know, I guess it was, for me it was I loved my job. I knew I could teach, I could be prepare these next guys to [be] the next generation operators. Ted Robertson 22:38 You've never stopped being committed. You've never stopped. So it brings you to NCLS. This is the 33rd year for NCLS, and when you speak to cadets here, what message do you want them to take away with them? Senior Master Sgt. Israel Del Toro 22:53 I guess my message more is about that when you're in the military, no matter whatever happens to you, you still have a role to play. Even when I got hurt, did I miss being with my teammates? Yes, but now refocusing, OK, I'm here in this hospital, and I see all these wounded guys here as I guess I'm wounded also, but in my head is like I was still NCO in the Air Force. I still have a job to do. Yes, I'm hurt, I'm wounded, but the job of a leader is, no matter where you're at, is you try and take care of your troops. You try and make things better for them, even if you never see any of the benefits — that is your role. And so that's kind of what I want to leave with these guys that, you know, you're going to always have challenges throughout your career, but you've always got to remember it's not about you, it's about the guys under you to take care of you. You know, I had a group of cadets yesterday and they were just asking me about leadership. So you know what? The best way to be a great leader is to earn the respect of yourtroops. If you demand it, you're not a leader, but when you earned the respect and they'll die for you, that is the greatest feeling. You know, I gave an example of one of the best moments I had after my injury, is after I got hurt, they sent my replacement, and he comes in and obviously introduce him to the scout team, to the Army company, individuals in leadership, and then the SF team, and all these guys I'm supporting. And the guy comes in like, “Hey, I'm here to replace DT.” And all of them, “You can't replace DT.” And I told that was the best moment that that's the best moment of respect, because I had Army guys saying, “He's our guy.” And that's the thing I told them, it's like, when you get to that moment when your guys say, “Nah, he's our guy,” I was like, “He can't replace him.” That is where you've truly earned the respect of your troops. Ted Robertson 25:21 Israel, the only word that I can pull out of myself right now for your journey to describe it as “remarkable,” and you continue to give of yourself, and that's a wonderful thing. Your opportunity for a couple of final thoughts here, before we close out. Senior Master Sgt. Israel Del Toro 25:38 Final thoughts, man, putting me on the spot, aren't you. I guess my final thoughts would be, you can't do it on your own. I'm not here right now, because I did it my own. I did it. I'm never gonna say that I did. I had friends, I had family, I had my wife that were by my side all throughout my journey to medical individuals. And I had those dark times, and I'm going down that spot, that rabbit hole, they were there to pull me out of it. So I think it's like, you know, don't try and do it on your own. We all need help. You know, the goal is, don't be prideful. There's a reason pride is one of the seven deadly sins. But, you know, ask for help, ask for advice. It's not going to hurt you. If anything, it will make you stronger and better. That's parting thoughts for the individuals listening to this. Ted Robertson 26:53 Perfect. Israel “DT” Del Toro, what a privilege to sit with you again. Want to say thank you from all of us for your service and continuing to lead by the example, which is a very rich and broad and deep example. Your story reminds us, and should remind us, that courage doesn't end with just survival. It always continues in service to others. Israel, thank you for being here. Senior Master Sgt. Israel Del Toro 27:18 Thanks, Ted. I appreciate it. Thanks for having me again. Ted Robertson 27:21 Israel's story reminds us that crisis and moral injury don't always arrive on a schedule, and that leaders are often expected to navigate those moments without ever having been taught how. That's where our next conversation takes us: into the intentional work of preparing leaders before crisis arrives. Maj. Tara Holmes, welcome to the podcast. It's great to have you with us as part of the National Character and Leadership Symposium. Maj. Tara Holmes 27:46 Thanks for having me; glad to be here. Ted Robertson 27:48 You are currently deputy chief of staff here at Headquarters USAFA. You are formerly chief of cadet development for CCLD, the Center for Character and Leadership development. By way of background, you flew. Maj. Tara Holmes 28:01 So I am a B-52 electronic warfare officer by trade, and then moved over into white jets. So instructed in the in the T-1 and I've kind of been in education and training for, I'd say, since about 2017. Ted Robertson 28:19 You also hold a Doctorate in Business and Management, and you are an AETC master instructor. I will let you explain AETC. Maj. Tara Holmes 28:27 Air Education Training Command, that's one of the that's our majcom that's responsible for education and training, and they have a pathway to become a master instructor. So I finished the qualifications for that while I was in white jets and working over at Squadron Officer School. Ted Robertson 28:46 So let's talk about your work with Task Force Hope. We'll talk about what Task Force Hope is, but you are and have been a developer and facilitator of Task Force Hope, which is a crisis and moral injury leadership workshop. Maj. Tara Holmes 29:01 Task Force Hope is about providing immediately useful tools to our workshop participants to prepare them to lead through crisis, whether that is no-kidding combat related, or whether that's crisis on the home front, going through stuff in life that's really hard. We work through a series of key concepts and exercises, through storytelling and participant engagement that hopefully provides our participants some self-awareness and some tools to recover as it deals with their relationships. Ted Robertson 29:39 We talked about this. There's a lot of nuance in what you're teaching these people. There's discernment in it. Who should you talk to, who you should trust with information that you want to share? Because ultimately, some of this becomes a pressure release valve, right? Maj. Tara Holmes 29:52 Yeah, so one of the key concepts that we talk about is worthiness, right? I think often people feel pressure to not share what they're going through because they don't think their problems are worthy of attention, whether theirs or someone else's. That's one thing that we spend a lot of time on. And like you said, you know, who to who to share with, and at what level, some people are more free with sharing than others, and that's OK. So we work through some frameworks that help illustrate how people can kind of work through those levels, or gain some self-awareness and some clarity around where they fall. Something that is a, you know, deep seated secret for you, maybe something that somebody else is willing to openly share, they just don't see it as that big of a deal. So it's definitely about self-awareness and learning some tools to help relieve some of the pressure and drain on our batteries, as it were, that comes from holding these things in. Ted Robertson 30:52 People who are attending the workshop are going to learn some things that they may not realize are draining their batteries. You're teaching them to discern what those are, and to be careful to try to avoid those. It sounds like an example to me of things that we don't realize we do, that drains us, right, instead of energizes us. Maj. Tara Holmes 31:10 So we use the kind of metaphor of a smartphone, right? So there are things that drain us, that are big, that we're taking a lot of energy to conceal the hard things that we're dealing with in our life. But then there's, like, the pesky background apps, there's the things that are always running in the background of our lives that drain our energy without us really even noticing it. You know, so for me as an officer, but also as a mom and a spouse, some of the things that are always draining my batteries are my to-do list, the laundry app, maybe social media apps. Sometimes I've probably spend way too much time reading the news these days. That's kind of always on for me. We have these big things that are draining our batteries, but then we have these like small things that are constantly going on, right? So Task Force Hope is about recognizing what those things are for us and then making a commitment to ourselves to make this space and time to recover. Ted Robertson 32:09 So that brings us to a really unique place. You kind of function at the intersection of character, leadership and development pretty much every day. So how do you define character when you're responsible for shaping it across an entire Cadet Wing. Maj. Tara Holmes 32:24 To me, character is the essence of who they are. It is how you show up day after day. It's the habits that you have. That's why, when you do something out of character, people are able to say that. You know, we talk about building character strengths as building blocks towards certain virtues. And virtues is really excellence of character. So it's easy to talk about how to be an excellent athlete, or how to be an excellent academic, right? And that's one of our core values, is being excellent. Well, how do you have excellent character? It's really about leveraging your character strengths in a way that can lead you to be more virtuous, and that's the goal. Ted Robertson 33:05 You've served, both operationally and as an instructor. Tell me how those things shape the way you think about preparing leaders not just to perform but to endure. Maj. Tara Holmes 33:19 What comes to mind is the importance of training and building those habits. We're, you know, in the previous question, we talked about it in terms of character. You know, you can, you can use any kind of training. It's about building readiness, right? And being able to build those habits so that when you are faced with a challenge, you have a way to work through the challenge, right? That really came out for me, both operationally and as an instructor. So operationally, you rely on your training to get your job done, and then as an instructor, you're helping others build those habits so that one day when your students are faced with challenges, they can rely on their training as well. Ted Robertson 34:01 We've talked a bit about your experiences and how they shape the way you think about preparing leaders, not just to perform but to endure. And now let's bring it right down to the direct connection between Task Force Hope and why you are here talking about this program to attendees at NCLS. When we talk about Task Force Hope, it's a program that is really designed to prepare leaders to navigate crisis and recover from both emotional and moral injury. What can you tell me about a gap that a workshop like this fills, that traditional leadership education sometimes or often misses? Maj. Tara Holmes 34:38 Task Force Hope is preventative in nature. It's training to prevent people from letting their burdens get the best of them so that they can show up. They have the tools to show up fully charged when stuff hits the van. And not only that they do that for themselves, but then they can help their teammates or their subordinates also get there. It's self-awareness, because we all perform self-care differently, and what you need to recharge your batteries is different from the way that I would do it. So it's being intentional and having some tools to be able to identify what works for you and then how to make space in your life, and building that commitment to yourself, to make that space so that the next time that you face a crisis, you're not facing it at 10%, you're full up, you're ready to go. So it's that sustained self-care, if that's what you want to call it. And it's important to say that you know, in a 75-minute session, we're really doing our best to provide exposure to key concepts and these tools. What we hope is that people walk out with the start of something. It's not it's not the end of their work to be done. Ted Robertson 35:54 How often do you hear the question, “Why didn't I hear this earlier in my career?” Maj. Tara Holmes 36:00 Every workshop. Last year, after the workshop, we had a 1970-something graduate say that exact thing. For me personally, I had four people say something, you know, “Hey, I was a cadet here in '90-something, '80-something, 2000-something. And, you know, I really wish that I would have had this earlier.” So that's what we're trying to do. We're trying to bring it as early as we can. Ted Robertson 36:26 OK, so our last question of our visit, if cadets take just one lesson from Task Force Hope and NCLs this year, what is your hope for that lesson to be? Maj. Tara Holmes 36:39 My hope is that they're worth it. No problem is too big or too small to be dealt with, and like we talked about earlier, I think often people keep things to themselves because they feel like they shouldn't bother others, or there's their supervisors or their teammates with what's going on in their lives. And that's a drain. Like, that's a drain on the system. It eats up your energy, right? But our cadets are worth it. Whatever they're dealing with, big or small, is worthy of being addressed. I hope that's the takeaway, and that we all deal with things, right? We don't always know what other people are dealing with. Ted Robertson 37:22 Maj. Holmes. Thank you for the work you're doing to prepare future leaders, not just to lead in moments of clarity, but to stand firm in moments of crisis. We appreciate you being here. Maj. Tara Holmes 37:32 Thanks, Ted. Ted Robertson 37:33 That focus on preservation, resilience and moral courage brings us to our next conversation, one shaped by combat, captivity and a life of service under the most demanding conditions. Coming up next, my conversation with Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Edward Mechenbier. Gen. Mechenbier, welcome to the podcast. It is a huge honor having you here, sir. Maj. Gen. Edward Mechenbier 37:56 I hope you feel that way in a half hour so well, Ted Robertson 37:59 Well, the conversation does promise to be interesting, because your life is… interesting. That was a pregnant pause, sir. Maj. Gen. Edward Mechenbier 38:07 Yeah, I've enjoyed it. It's different. Ted Robertson 38:11 Just to sort of frame things, you retired as a major general, and what year was that, sir, Maj. Gen. Edward Mechenbier 38:15 2004 Ted Robertson 38:16 And you were USAFA Class of '64. You're a Vietnam-era pilot, having flown F-4s, you were shot down on your 113th combat mission, but that was you also your 80th over North Vietnam. OK, prisoner of war. Then for almost those entire six years following that, being shot down. You come with 3,600 flying hours across lots of different aircraft. Maj. Gen. Edward Mechenbier 38:42 I was privileged fly either for primary capability or for familiarization with 43 different airplanes. Ted Robertson 38:49 And now you describe yourself as a lifelong advocate for veterans and public service. Maj. Gen. Edward Mechenbier 38:56 Well, yeah, I mean, I go to a couple prisons in Ohio, and “work with” is probably overstating my role. Veterans who are incarcerated for long periods of time. But my role is just to go there, spend some time, shoot the breeze with them, no agenda, no desired learning objective and let them know that somebody outside knows that they're there. Ted Robertson 39:19 What I want to do is spend some time in your background. All right, I want to start with combat and captivity and how that tests leadership in its most extreme forms. And this is in course in keeping with the theme of NCLS here, what did character mean to you when circumstances were entirely beyond your control? Maj. Gen. Edward Mechenbier 39:38 The Vietnamese kept us in small groups of one and two or three guys. I mean, we never really until near the end and later on when we got a little organization. But it got very down, very personal, when at one time, I was in a cell with four guys, three Class of 1964 Air Force Academy graduates and one poor Oklahoma State University graduate, and amongst the four of us, we had a senior ranking officer. And of course, you got the same rank, you go alphabetical. And so we made Ron Bliss the senior ranking officer in our room. We had a communication system. We had guidelines that, you know, which were basically consistent with the code of conduct. You know, name, rank, serial number, date of birth, don't answer further questions. Keep faith with your fellow positions. That was the key. Keep faith. Never do anything that you'd be embarrassed to tell somebody you did. Ted Robertson 40:34 What you're explaining is how different leadership looks, and even how you describe it, how different it is from command. So now it comes down to trust and accountability and courage, and how do those show up in those conditions? Maj. Gen. Edward Mechenbier 40:51 It was really a matter of, we always knew we were still in the fight. That was one thing that was with us, and so you just kind of conducted yourself with, OK, I'm not going to let myself be used. Now, we also knew that the more you resisted pushed back, the less likely they were to make you go meet an antiwar delegation or write a confession or do something else like that. So they tend to pick on, if you will, the low-hanging fruit or the easier guy to get to. So we always wanted to set the bar just a little bit out of their reach. Ted Robertson 41:25 All right, having gone through all of that, it really can change people quite profoundly. So when you look back at it, what leadership lessons stayed with you long after you got out of captivity? Maj. Gen. Edward Mechenbier 41:39 In the movie Return of Honor. Capt. Mike McGrath, Navy guy, describes the guys in their ability to resist torture and do things. And that's what you learn. Everybody's got a breaking point. If mine's here and somebody else's is there, that doesn't make me better or worse than them. So you learn to appreciate the talents and the weaknesses. If you know the foibles, the cracks in everybody around you and not to exploit them, but to understand them, and then to be the kind of leader that that they need. Ted Robertson 42:12 Sir, one of the recurring themes when you're discussing leadership with leaders right is knowing something about each of your people so that you can relate to them in a way that that works for them and motivates them. Maj. Gen. Edward Mechenbier 42:23 Yeah. Mark Welch, who's also a graduate and he is a chief of staff of the Air Force, always had a saying: “If you don't know what's going on, it's because you didn't ask.” Ted Robertson 42:32 Now we're going to roll all that into your long journey between captivity and your visit here to NCLS this year. When you're speaking to the cadets at this year's event, what's your main hope? What do you hope they understand about courage before they even ever face combat? Maj. Gen. Edward Mechenbier 42:54 Well, courage is a reaction to a clear and present threat. Nobody knows how they're gonna — know he's gonna say, OK, I'm gonna go to Vietnam and I want to get shot down, and when the Vietnamese capture me, I'm going to give them a middle finger and I'm going to be the meanest bad ass and hardest-to-break prisoner. Yeah, it's how you respond to the to the immediate perception of bodily harm or being used or something else like that. So courage is, yeah, it just happens. It's not something that you can put in a package and say, “OK, I've got courage.” It's how you respond to the situation, because you might respond quite differently than what you think. Ted Robertson 43:35 And I have to say, you presented your story and you delivered your message in kind of a unique way. You drew from some contemporary references, specifically three clips from a movie that you like, that I was curious. How did you sum up your entire life in three movie clips from Madagascar? How did you do that? Maj. Gen. Edward Mechenbier 43:57 Well, the three movie clips — when I watched the movie, I was looking at it, I have got two favorite movies. Madagascar is one, and the other is a Kelsey Grammer movie, Down Periscope. I mean, I think that is a perfect study in in leadership. But in the movie Madagascar, the premise was penguins can't fly, but yet it opens up with them applying resource, innovation imagination, and they eventually get this airplane to fly. OK, great. Success. Well, like everything else in life, things go wrong, and you got to have, No. 1, a backup plan, an exit ramp or a control mechanism for the disaster that's pending. So that's the second movie clip we saw. And then the third one was towards the end of the movie, when the crash landing has happened and the skipper asks for an accounting, and he's told that all passengers are accounted for, except two. And he says, that's the number I can live with. And the message there is, you go through life — you're going to have successes, but you're going to have failures, and failure has a cost, and it's not always pleasant, but that's OK, because that's life. Ted Robertson 45:15 How do you explain how leaders can prepare themselves morally and mentally for moments they can't predict or control. Maj. Gen. Edward Mechenbier 45:25 Watch movies like Madagascar and Down Periscope. You know, there's a breadth of unintentional, if you will, guidance on how to be a leader, if you know where to look or if you're looking for it. I mean, that's part of the whole progress program at the Academy. Nobody's going to say, OK, here's a scenario, lead these resources to a proper conclusion. It's kind of like, OK, here's the situation. What do we do? What can we do? What can't we do? It's like, in my presentation, I talk about being able to run across a pasture in nine seconds, in 10 seconds, but if the bull can do it, you're in trouble. So you got to realign your thinking, you got to realign your goals and you got to realign the application of resources. So that's the leadership part, right there. It's a realization of what you can and what you can't do. It's a realization of what you, your people, your resources, can and can't do. It's a realization of what the technology you have at your disposal to do your mission can and can't do. So it's all about workarounds and being flexible. And then the other thing is, we live in a world that just seems to be everything's got a prescription and a protocol on exactly how to do everything. Doesn't work that way. You got to be able to go left and right. You got to be able to be a little imaginative. Ted Robertson 46:42 What parting thought did you leave the cadets with? Maj. Gen. Edward Mechenbier 46:45 That failure is part of life. It's not death. And I'm part of an organization called American 300 — we go around and talk to young enlisted people and all the services to get them to understand that failure is a learning opportunity. It's not a dagger in the heart, and don't be afraid or ashamed to try, because if you don't, you'll never know what your true potential is. So with the cadets, we close with that last part from the movie Madagascar that basically said, OK, success comes with a price. Be aware and accept it. Ted Robertson 47:23 All right, we've got to close it out here, but recap, if you would one more time that message that you want cadets to leave here with from having heard you speak. Maj. Gen. Edward Mechenbier 47:32 You are now a living, breathing, viable, productive part of our United States Air Force. You bring talents that are unique. Apply them, but understand that they're all very transitory, and you have part of a larger community. If you stick with a community rather than the “I did,” “I want,” I have,” you'll go a long way. Ted Robertson 47:54 All right, and stepping outside of that very briefly for your final thoughts, what would you like to leave listeners with today. Maj. Gen. Edward Mechenbier 48:01 Be proud of the young men and women who are in our military now, not just those at the Air Force Academy. You know, our whole military structure has changed over the years. You know, it's a dynamic world. You got to be flexible and embrace change. We're so reluctant to change. Change is fine, except when you try to change me, is the old saying, but we all have to change. We have to be part of the world in which we live. Ted Robertson 48:26 Gen. Mechenbier, I want to thank you from all of us for being here sharing those leadership lessons of yours and a lifetime of service that will continue to shape others — future leaders — for a very, very long time to come. We appreciate you very much. Maj. Gen. Edward Mechenbier 48:43 Thank you much. Ted Robertson 48:44 Our final conversation brings us to leadership at the strategic level, where decisions affect institutions, alliances and the nation itself. Capt. Charles Plumb, welcome to the podcast today, sir. Capt. J. Charles Plumb 48:56 Thanks, Ted. Appreciate being here. Ted Robertson 48:59 It is a privilege to have you. You retired as a Navy captain in 1991 and you have not slowed down, not one inch since. We're going to talk a little bit about the work that you're doing in some very interesting spaces. And what informs all of that. Naval Academy, Class of '64. Capt. J. Charles Plumb 49:15 Yep, the Great Class of '64. Ted Robertson 49:17 The great —that's how you express class pride? Capt. J. Charles Plumb 49:20 Everybody knows the Great Class of '64. Ted Robertson 49:23 So you are an Annapolis man. Capt. J. Charles Plumb 49:25 I am, in fact. Ted Robertson 49:26 No doubt. And a pilot. You flew F-4 Phantoms, and you are a Vietnam-era pilot. You spent most of your time over North Vietnam. Sometimes you got sent to South Vietnam, depending on what was going on. But you said that you have flown 74 combat missions. Capt. J. Charles Plumb 49:45 Actually 74 and a half, Ted. I have one more takeoff and I have landings. Ted Robertson 49:50 We should remember that, because it's a very important part of your life we haven't talked about yet. Since you got out of captivity, and then you retired a few years later, you became a published author and a speaker, and as such, you have been to every state, several countries, 5,000 presentations you've delivered in the leadership and character development space. Is there any reason you should not be here at NCLS? Capt. J. Charles Plumb 50:24 Well, I appreciate that. You know, this is a great symposium, and I'm really proud to contribute to it. Ted Robertson 50:32 Captain, you are a former POW. Capt. J. Charles Plumb 50:36 Yes, I was shot down on my 75th mission and captured, tortured and spent the next 2,103 days in communist prison camps. Ted Robertson 50:49 You said you got moved around a lot. Capt. J. Charles Plumb 50:52 We did. I was in six different camps, and some of those camps more than once. We never really understood why. We kind of suspected that they wanted to try to deny any fraternization with their guards, and they wanted to keep us on our toes, because they recognized that being military guys, we were going to have leadership, and we were going to have organization and community and we were going to organize, to fight them, and they didn't want that. So they moved us around and kind of shuffled us up, which didn't work. We always had a military organization in every camp that I ever went to. Ted Robertson 51:31 You found ways to support each other. You found ways to have a leadership structure, even in captivity. Capt. J. Charles Plumb 51:39 We were all fighter pilots or air crews and most of us were we, you know, we had 10 Air Force Academy grads from '64 in five Naval Academy grads from '64 and so we had in a lot of other academy grads. I don't remember how many, but probably 70 total academy grads. And so, you know, we were, we were dedicated. We were lifers. We were, you know, we were very focused guys, which helped out a lot that we knew a lot about military leadership. Ted Robertson 52:11 You grew up in the Midwest, and you married a Midwestern girl. Capt. J. Charles Plumb 52:15 I did, my high school sweetheart the day after I graduated from Annapolis, we got married in the chapel, and my buddies were holding up their swords as we came out of the chapel. So it was a beautiful day. Ted Robertson 52:27 Let's go back to how you found your way to the Naval Academy. Capt. J. Charles Plumb 52:32 I was a farm kid from Kansas. Never seen the ocean, never been out of the four states of Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa, Missouri. Never been in an airplane, and I needed an education. Found that the Naval Academy offered me an education. Ted Robertson 52:50 Outside of Air Force Academy circles, you probably already know that we think of, you know, salty sea dog sailors when we think of people going in the Navy, but you chose aviation. Capt. J. Charles Plumb 53:02 I did. As a kid, I would see these Piper Cubs fly over and I was fascinated by flight, and wondered if I'd ever be able to ride in an airplane. That was my thought when I was a kid. I didn't have any hopes of ever being a pilot, you know, let alone a fighter pilot. That was, I was out of the realm. Nobody, as I grew up, ever told me that I could do that, or I should do that, or, you know, it would be a hope of mine to ever pilot an airplane. But I went to the Naval Academy and found out that was one of the options, and I took advantage of that option. Ted Robertson 53:43 Yeah, and it led you, of course, to over North Vietnam, and the rest is that part of your history Capt. J. Charles Plumb 53:51 Launched on the aircraft carrier Kitty Hawk on my wife's birthday, the 5th of November, wave goodbye to her, and promised her I'd be back in eight months. I didn't make it. Ted Robertson 54:04 Hard. Very hard story to hear. Let's talk about all of that informing your presentation now, again, 5,000 of these delivered in the leadership and character development space, but you talk a lot about, in your presentation — and you keynoted here at NCLS — the mental game side of this, the integrity, the choices that you have to make, and character that sort of frames all of that. Capt. J. Charles Plumb 54:38 My message to the cadets, and really to most of my audiences, is around challenge and adversity. And I tell the cadets that they work awfully hard trying to get a degree. They study, they go to computers, they read books all to get a degree. And what I point out to them is that more important than the degree that they will get from the Air Force Academy is a character that they build while they are here. That the integrity first, you know, is part of their motto. And if, in fact, they can learn and live that integrity, if they can learn and live the commitment that they have, if they can learn in and live these kind of ethereal things, the things that you can't measure, things you can't define, the things that, you know, that crop up in your in your mind, in the back of your mind, are more important than the lessons they learn from a computer. And so that's kind of my message. Ted Robertson 55:49 You know, we're in a leadership laboratory here. The art and the science is character development. And you're talking about a kind of character that leads people to make good decisions and make those decisions with integrity in mind. How did that play into your captivity and getting you through that? Capt. J. Charles Plumb 56:09 You know, of course, I studied leadership at the Naval Academy, and I think that my period of experience more than teaching me anything, it validated what I had learned. And the whole idea — and I love the fact that this is called, you know, the Character and Leadership Symposium, because lots of times you see leadership without character, that's a negative kind of leadership. And if a leader does not have character, he doesn't last very long, and he's not very effective. And so if you can keep your character up front, the leadership can follow easily. And that's pretty much what we had in the prison camps. Several of the qualities of leadership that I promote are the things that almost came natural in a prison camp. First of all, we had to find a focus, a reason. We had to find, you know — and that was developed by our leadership in the prison camp. Return with honor — that was our motto, return with honor. And we all rallied around that. Ted Robertson 57:22 So all of that said, you're standing here in front of a really big group of people as a keynote speaker, lot of cadets, mostly cadets, yeah. Capt. J. Charles Plumb 57:31 Now there were cadets. I'm speaking on a panel with Ed Mechenbier, my good buddy, and we're on a panel with mostly cadets. The first presentation, the keynote was by invitation only. So there were a number of civilians in the audience, number of cadets. There were Naval Academy midshipmen in my audience today. And we had ROTC people, and, you know, from all over the country. So it was quite a wide audience. Ted Robertson 58:04 Quite a wide audience. And so if we were just focusing on what you leave with cadets, what do you want them to take away from their experience today? Capt. J. Charles Plumb 58:15 I hope they understand my message, that more important than the degree that they graduate with, is the character that they graduate with, and the importance of the integrity that that they learned here, because that was vital in the prison camp, is integrity. We had to have each other's back, and when we when we finally were released, we refused to be released until all the sick, injured and enlisted men had gone home, and it was a question of integrity, is a question that this is the right thing to do. It's not the easy thing to do. Largely, the integrity thing to do is not the easiest thing to do, and that's what I wanted to leave with the cadets. In addition, I want them to know that regardless of what situation they're in, they still have a choice, and their choice is the way they respond to the surrounding adversity situation that they're in. Ted Robertson 59:21 An Annapolis grad of '64, Midwest kid from Kansas who makes it into the cockpit, and like you said, 74 and a half flights, then some time in captivity, then to a published author with thousands of presentations all over the country, and some in in other countries. What final thoughts would you like to leave today, sir? Capt. J. Charles Plumb 59:47 Well, you know, I think I've already told you, you know, you're a great interviewer, Ted, and I appreciate your questions. I think, finally, this whole idea of self-determination and I think that we all, and not just the cadets, but graduates and families and business people, families. You know that we all have choices, and sometimes when we deny the choice and give up that ability to make our life better for ourselves. And you know, we do it sometimes even when we're not even thinking about it. It's just automatic to blame somebody else for the problem, and in doing so, we give away that choice. Ted Robertson 1:00:34 Don't give away the choice. Yeah, build that character and stick by your integrity all the time. Capt. J. Charles Plumb, what a privilege it is to meet you, sir. Glad that you're here at NCLs and keynoting like you are, and I do hope that our paths cross again. Capt. J. Charles Plumb 1:00:52 Ted, thank you very much. I appreciate your willingness to tell my story. Thanks for that. Ted Robertson 1:00:57 You're welcome, sir. Thank you. Ted Robertson Close As we've heard throughout these conversations, courage isn't a single moment. It's a lifelong practice, from cadets just beginning their journey to leaders shaped by combat and crisis to senior commanders responsible for forces and futures. Character is tested when certainty disappears and it's revealed by how we choose to lead. That's the challenge of the National Character and Leadership Symposium, and it's a challenge that extends far beyond these walls. I'm Ted Robertson, thank you for joining me for our Long Blue Line Podcast Network coverage of the 33rd National Character and Leadership Symposium. This podcast was recorded on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026. The Long Blue Line Podcast Network is presented by the U.S. Air Force Academy Association & Foundation

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Premier League match day 28 review!

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 45:18

Send us your questions and thoughts by text!! Leave your name in the text!Hello and welcome to the Late Kick Off Football Podcast episode 195! The title race tightens, the set-piece charts get a workout, and somewhere in a technical area Igor Tudor is absolutely losing it.We start with our Moments of the Week (04:00): Brighton are officially back, apparently – two wins on the spin for the first time since November after seeing off Nottingham Forest. At Craven Cottage, Alex Iwobi side-foots Fulham past Spurs and sends Tudor into what can only be described as an early-era existential crisis. And at Anfield, Liverpool stick five past West Ham in a seven-goal thriller that was, paradoxically, not much fun at all – Arne Slot's side now have nine goals from dead balls in 2026. Set-piece FC? You said it, Arne, not us.Then to the heavyweight stuff. Arsenal edge Chelsea 2-1 in a feisty London derby (08:00): Saliba does the corner thing, Timber does the corner thing again, Pedro Neto sees red, and David Raya preserves a five-point cushion at the summit. Over at Old Trafford, Manchester United come from behind to beat Crystal Palace (22:30) – Lacroix scores, Lacroix walks, Bruno conducts, and Benjamin Sesko applies the header as the Red Devils continue their upward hum. And Manchester City grind out a very un-City 1-0 at Elland Road (28:30), Semenyo striking before the break to keep the pressure squarely on Mikel Arteta's leaders.Elsewhere, in ‘one thing we learned (34:00)' Burnley almost join the very exclusive “3-0 down and win 4-3” club… but don't. Newcastle's schedule catches up with them as Everton win at St James's, prompting mutterings of shoogly pegs. Wolves climb above Derby's record-low watermark with victory over Villa, and yes, we do check the xG.And finally, the matchday's unmistakable bin juice: Bournemouth 1-1 Sunderland at 12:30 on a Saturday (42:00). You had to be there. We didn't.All reviews, likes, shares and of course listens are hugely appreciated! Why not leave a review right now, it only takes a second! Please follow and tag us on the socials :BlueSky - @TLKO https://bsky.app/profile/tlko.bsky.social X - @TLKOPod Instagram - Late Kick Off Football Podcast (@latekickoffpod) • Instagram photos and videos Thanks to all our contributors:Ciaran Fowler for the artwork!Ciaran Fowler for the logo! The intro music is a range of credits, the Thunderbirds, the Skids, and Sky Sports and Ray Hudson commentary... and of course Keith Ward! This podcast is in no way monetised (in fact it costs a fortune!).

Premier League match day 27 review!

Tribal Research Specialist: The Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 45:47

Send us your questions and thoughts by text!! Leave your name in the text!Hello and welcome to the Late Kick Off Football Podcast episode 194!We start with the ongoing nonsense of our respective sides in Scotland and how they may outdo one another to lose the Scottish Cup tie next month.South of the border we have out Moments of the week as Fulham confine Sunderland to their third successive defeat (09:00), Liverpool just do enough and no more to get past Nottingham Forest (06:20) as do Crystal Palace with Wolves (07:25).Onto the marquee matchups where thankfully the Monday Night Football game picked up in the second half to merit its conclusion (10:00), the North London Derby (16:20) proves joyless for the white side of the capital and Manchester City put the pressure on Arsenal in their title challenge (26:50).In One Thing We Learned, we celebrate a rare Brighton win (34:15), Chelsea's ongoing issues with ill discipline (36:20) and Stach's set piece almost being enough to see Leeds past Villa (40:15).Finally, Bin Juice game of the week; Bournemouth become a regular fixture in this section as they manage to keep a threatening West Ham to nil (41:50).All reviews, likes, shares and of course listens are hugely appreciated! Why not leave a review right now, it only takes a second! Please follow and tag us on the socials :BlueSky - @TLKO https://bsky.app/profile/tlko.bsky.social X - @TLKOPod Instagram - Late Kick Off Football Podcast (@latekickoffpod) • Instagram photos and videos Thanks to all our contributors:Ciaran Fowler for the artwork!Ciaran Fowler for the logo! The intro music is a range of credits, the Thunderbirds, the Skids, and Sky Sports and Ray Hudson commentary... and of course Keith Ward! This podcast is in no way monetised (in fact it costs a fortune!).

#69 - Rent‑to‑Own Indigenous Traditions On & Off the Rez: High‑Interest Responsibility for Communities, Easy Credit for Scholars

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 104:58 Transcription Available

Send a textCouches, Rent-to-Own Memories 0:00:00Talent Night, Gold-Speckled Mirrors & 80s/90s Home Aesthetics 0:00:50Weather Channel Lightning, Thunderbirds & Power Everywhere 0:10:30Cultural Knowledge vs. Knowledge of Culture 0:14:20Lived Experience, Book Learning & Cultural Competency 0:18:20Academic Discomfort & Being the “Native Scholar” 0:25:20Ceremonial Pressure at Home vs. Forgiveness When Away 0:43:30Privilege of Distance, Expectations When You Move Back 0:49:20Dreams Tapping into Something 1:01:10Powwow Songs, Ethnomusicology & Getting Us Wrong 1:08:20Who Gets to Talk About Us? Voice, Silence & Representation 1:24:30Inviting Controversial Scholars & Closing Reflections 1:40:20Hosts: Aaron Brien (Apsáalooke), Shandin Pete (Salish/Diné). How to cite this episode (apa)Pete, S. H. & Brien, A. (Hosts). (2026, February 20). #69 - Rent‑to‑Own Indigenous Traditions On & Off the Rez: High‑Interest Responsibility for Communities, Easy Credit for Scholars [Audio podcast episode]. In Tribal Research Specialist:The Podcast. Tribal Research Specialist, LLC. https://tribalresearchspecialist.buzzsprout.comHow to cite this podcast (apa)Pete, S. H., & Brien, A. (Hosts). (2020–present). Tribal Research Specialist:The Podcast [Audio podcast]. Tribal Research Specialist, LLC. https://tribalresearchspecialist.buzzsprout.com/Podcast Website: tribalresearchspecialist.buzzsprout.comApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tribal-research-specialist-the-podcast/id1512551396Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/1H5Y1pWYI8N6SYZAaawwxbX: @tribalresearchspecialistFacebook: www.facebook.com/TribalResearchSpecialistYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCL9HR4B2ubGK_aaQKEt179QSupport the showInterested in some TRS Merch? Click here https://tribal-research-specialist-llc.square.site/ Want to make a one time donation? https://buymeacoffee.com/tribalresearch

"Thunderbirds!" Deep Dive

Bigfoot Collectors Club

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 77:11

BCC Episode #355 | Its time to talk Thunderbirds- large, mysterious winged creatures said to fly through the skies of North America. . Are they large condors? Relic avians? Time slipped Dinos?! Michal and Riley investigate. To listen Ad-Free, get 3 Bonus Episodes every month and more, join ⁠BCC Clubhouse.⁠ Watch This Episode on YouTube Thunderbird Caught on Cam? Chief AJ BCC Merch Shop Peacedrone.net SHOW INFORMATION Bigfoot Collectors Club is produced by Riley Bray and Michael McMillian YouTube Channel: ⁠https://youtube.com/@bigfootcollectorsclub⁠ BCC Merch Shop: ⁠https://bigfoot-collectors-club-podcast-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/all⁠ Listener-Files Submissions: ⁠BigfootCollectorsClub@gmail.com⁠. Instagram: ⁠https://bit.ly/3W7izlL⁠ | Blue Sky: ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/bccpodcast.bsky.social⁠ Our theme song is “Come Alone,” by Suneaters, courtesy of ⁠Lotuspool Records⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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235. From Air Force Thunderbirds to Entrepreneur: 300 Million Jobs Gone by 2030. Malcolm Copeland

Transition Drill

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 107:32

Malcolm Copeland, Air Force Veteran, in Episode 235 of the Transition Drill Podcast, his story addresses a reality most veterans face. The military gives you structure, identity, and momentum, but it doesn't guarantee relevance once you leave. His transition wasn't about replacing one job with another. It was about reclaiming control and creating his own structure instead of relying on someone else's. His story is a reminder that transition isn't a single event at separation. It's a shift in ownership.Malcolm isn't just an Air Force veteran; he's a master of transition who's navigated the high-stakes world of elite military units and the complex landscape of civilian entrepreneurship. In this episode dive deep into his journey from a curious kid in Long Island to a crew chief for the a famous jet in Hollywood history.Malcolm grew up in West Islip, New York, where he spent his days taking apart electronics just to see how they worked. That engineering mindset was his gift, but his life hit a major crossroads when he lost his father at just 13 years old. This unexpected loss pushed him to grow up fast and find a path that offered adventure and independence, so he enlisted in the Air Force at 17. He didn't just fix planes, he became an elite technician. From working on the block forties in South Korea to maintaining the CV-22 Ospreys that appeared in the first Transformers movie, Malcolm lived the high-tempo life of military maintenance.His career reached a pinnacle when he joined the Thunderbirds. In that world, precision isn't just a goal, it's a requirement. He learned that teamwork and structure can make the impossible happen, like swapping an F-16 engine in half the standard time to ensure a show never gets canceled. But Malcolm's story doesn't end on the flight line. After 14 years of service, he took a unique risk by appearing on the first season of Married at First Sight. While the show wasn't a match, his honesty on screen led him to his soulmate; she was from Germany. He moved overseas, mastered the challenges of a blended family of eventually six children, and finished his engineering degree and MBA.Today, back in the United States with his family, Malcolm's focused on the future of veteran entrepreneurship. He's the founder of Eighth Ascent, where he helps veterans launch business ideas in just 28 days. He's also a leading voice on how AI and automation will impact the workforce. He's helping veterans build businesses that are future-proof, ensuring they keep the purpose and passion they had in uniform. Malcolm's life proves that with the right azimuth, you can navigate any transition and build a legacy that lasts.CONNECT WITH THE PODCAST:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulpantani/WEBSITE: https://www.transitiondrillpodcast.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulpantani/SIGN-UP FOR THE NEWSLETTER:https://transitiondrillpodcast.com/home#aboutQUESTIONS OR COMMENTS:paul@transitiondrillpodcast.comEPISODE BLOG PAGE AND CONNECT WITH MALCOLM:https://www.transitiondrillpodcast.com/post/air-force-veteran-malcolm-copeland-on-thunderbirds-and-military-transition-drill-podcastSPONSORS:GRND CollectiveGet 15% off your purchaseLink: https://thegrndcollective.com/Promo Code: TRANSITION15Blue Line RoastingGet 10% off your purchaseLink: https://bluelineroasting.comPromocode: Transition10Frontline OpticsGet 10% off your purchaseLink: https://frontlineoptics.comPromocode: Transition10

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Streak Ends, Bandits Win

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 65:37

Join Phil and PK as they go over the Bandits must win victory over the Thunderbirds 11-10 to end their 4-game losing streak. We go through the good and the bad we saw during the game (2:28). We wrap up the show going through 6 of the 7 games in week 12 of the NLL (52:50) This episode is sponsored by Tap That Tap Room

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E103 - The Inner Work Of Communication - Podcast with Dominic Colenso

The Inner Game of Change

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2026 46:03 Transcription Available

Welcome to The Inner Game of Change. where we explore the thinking that shapes how change really happens. “The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place.” That line from George Bernard Shaw captures the heart of today's conversation.In this episode, I am joined by Dominic Colenso, communication expert, former actor, and author of the bestselling books Impact and Cut Through. Dominic began his career on stage and screen, trained at leading drama institutions, and later brought those performance and storytelling skills into the world of business, where he has spent more than a decade helping leaders and sales professionals communicate with confidence and influence.We explore what it really means to cut through in a world shaped by change, uncertainty, and artificial intelligence. We talk about the shift from selling ideas to serving people, the discipline of rehearsal and reflection, and how clarity, emotion, and energy shape behaviour during high-stakes moments.If you are leading change, presenting ideas, or trying to be heard in a distracted workplace, this conversation will give you practical insights on how to communicate with more presence, purpose, and impact.About“The single biggest problem with communication is the illusion that is has taken place” George Bernard ShawI'm Dominic Colenso, communication expert, and author of the bestselling book “IMPACT: How to be more confident, increase your influence and know what to say under pressure”Straight out of drama school I closed the most important sales conversation of my life through the audition that landed me a leading role in the Hollywood action movie, Thunderbirds.That launched my career as an actor, director, and teacher at some of the UK's most prestigious institutions including The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. Experience in the rehearsal room, on stage, in front of the camera and behind the lens were the foundation I needed to expand my career into the exciting world of keynote speaking, training and coaching.Over the last decade I've helped hundreds of sales professionals and business leaders transform their ability to influence and make an impact. To take their performance from “straight to video” to “Oscar winning ”.I'll never forget the day my drama school principal called me in and said: “Dahling, we still haven't seen you do anything!” I was crushed, but he was right. I'd been working so hard to impress everyone else that I'd lost sight of who I was.When I rediscovered the courage to be vulnerable, values-driven and visible, everything changed. That's what I want for my audiences now.After earning my bachelor's degree in acting, I gained many years of experience as a working actor, as well as a director, tutor and coach. I'm also a Certified Master NLP Practitioner and Trainer.Communication doesn't always go well. That's usually caused by one or more of the following:1. Lack of confidence2. Poor connection with the audience3. Content that bores or confusesSend a textAli Juma @The Inner Game of Change podcast Follow me on LinkedIn

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Premier League match day 26 review!

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Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 47:21

Send us your questions and thoughts by text!! Leave your name in the text!Hello and welcome to the Late Kick Off Football Podcast episode 193!In this week's Premier League review, we break down a dramatic round of midweek fixtures featuring key results in the Champions League race, mounting pressure in North London, and frustration at both ends of the table.We begin with a topsy-turvey game at Selhurst Park as Palace's bonkers season appears to have no end in sight (02:00), before looking at Man City's important win against Fulham (03:00), who continue to take a doing from the Citizens.It is then onto Sunderland versus Liverpool (05:00), where Virgil van Dijk's header from Mohamed Salah's corner secured a crucial three points. The result strengthened Liverpool's push for a top-four finish, in a match that made Premier League history as just the fourth to feature no English players in either starting XI.At Villa Park (08:00), Aston Villa left it late to beat Brighton thanks to Tyrone Mings' decisive header, extending Brighton's winless league run to 13 matches and boosting Villa's European hopes.Newcastle United claimed a close win away at Tottenham Hotspur (13:30), deepening Spurs' struggles. The defeat leaves Tottenham winless in eight league games and signals a turbulent period following Thomas Frank's departure.We also cover the relegation battle (29:00), where Nottingham Forest registered 35 shots in a goalless draw with Wolves that cost Sean Dyche his job, and Manchester United produced their lowest expected goals total of the season in a draw at West Ham (35:00).To round off the show, we discuss what Chelsea's stalemate with Leeds says about their defensive issues, despite generating 3.7 xG, and Bournemouth's growing momentum after coming from behind to beat Everton.Before the bin juice finale with the late game on Thursday against Brentford and Arsenal.All reviews, likes, shares and of course listens are hugely appreciated! Why not leave a review right now, it only takes a second! Please follow and tag us on the socials :BlueSky - @TLKO https://bsky.app/profile/tlko.bsky.social X - @TLKOPod Instagram - Late Kick Off Football Podcast (@latekickoffpod) • Instagram photos and videos Thanks to all our contributors:Ciaran Fowler for the artwork!Ciaran Fowler for the logo! The intro music is a range of credits, the Thunderbirds, the Skids, and Sky Sports and Ray Hudson commentary... and of course Keith Ward! This podcast is in no way monetised (in fact it costs a fortune!).

Cocktail Jazz Is Go

cocktailnation

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 61:00

Just like the Thunderbirds it's time to hit go cocktailnation.net Barney Kessell-Satin Doll Shelley Manne-Step Lightly Dexter Gordon-Love For Sale Oscar Pettiford-Not So Sleepy Cedar Walton- Afternoon In Paris Bill Charlap- All Across the City 101 Strings-Come Fly With Me Warren Vache- My Romance Art Pepper-You'd Be So Nice to Come Home To

Pete Dalliday Completes the Halifax Trifecta

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 34:37

Join PK as he welcomes in Play-by-Play Broadcaster for the Halifax Thunderbirds, Pete Dalliday to help preview the upcoming Bandits v Thunderbirds matchup. They talk about new players stepping up on offense, Warren Hill's consistency in net, keys to the series finale and much more. Make sure to show Pete some support by following him everywhere he can be found. *Our interview series will bring you talk and insights on the Buffalo Bandits next opponent on the schedule every Wednesday.

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Premier League match day 25 review!

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 51:49

Send us your questions and thoughts by text!! Leave your name in the text!Hello and welcome to the Late Kick Off Football Podcast episode 192!This week on the podcast, we break down a huge Premier League weekend featuring Manchester City's dramatic comeback win over Liverpool at Anfield (07:30), Crystal Palace finally ending their winless run in the M23 derby (25:40), and Brentford stunning Newcastle in a St James' Park thriller (33:00). There is also the ‘new' relegation dogfight (41:30) segment as well as our regular including Moment of the Week (03:20), One Thing We Learned (45:55), and the Bin Juice Game of the Week (50:35). Enjoy!All reviews, likes, shares and of course listens are hugely appreciated! Why not leave a review right now, it only takes a second! Please follow and tag us on the socials :BlueSky - @TLKO https://bsky.app/profile/tlko.bsky.social X - @TLKOPod Instagram - Late Kick Off Football Podcast (@latekickoffpod) • Instagram photos and videos Thanks to all our contributors:Ciaran Fowler for the artwork!Ciaran Fowler for the logo! The intro music is a range of credits, the Thunderbirds, the Skids, and Sky Sports and Ray Hudson commentary... and of course Keith Ward! This podcast is in no way monetised (in fact it costs a fortune!).

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Sateli 3 - The Definitive Collection Of Federal Records 1964-82 - 10/02/26

Sateli 3

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 59:33

Sintonía: "Hi-Life" AKA "High Life" AKA "Happy Brass" - The Grandville Williams Orchestra 1.- "My Daily Food" - The Maytals 2.- "In The Garden (Beautiful Garden)" - Eric "Monty" Morris 3.- "I Don´t Love You Anymore" - Keith Lyn & Ken Lazarus 4.- "Sounds and Pressure" - Hopeton Lewis 5.- "Talking Love" - The Paragons 6.- "Silent River (Runs Deep)" - The Gaylettes 7.- "Napoleon Solo" - Lyn Taitt & The Jets 8.- "Games People Play" - Bob Andy 9.- "Any Little Bit" - Techniques 10.- "Pum Pum A Go Kill You" - Ken Lazarus 11.- "Dynamic Pressure" - The Music Specialists 12.- "Son Of A Preacher Man" - The Gaylettes 13.- "Put Yourself In My Place" - Ken Lazarus 14.- "The Sun Shines For Me" - Bob Andy 15.- "It´s Nice To Be With You" - Boris Gardiner 16.- "Old Beirut" - Thunderbirds 17.- "Alone Again Naturally" - The Now GenerationTodas las músicas extraídas de la compilación (2xCD) "The Definitive Collection Of Federal Records (1964-1982)"; perteneciente a la serie "Reggae Anthology" (17 North Parade, 2010)Escuchar audio

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re-release. Alignment of Planets, Stars, & Stories

Ancestral Science

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 84:09

The pod is in the midst of planning and recording some really interesting episodes, so to focus on those we thought we would re-release one of our fav's... it is also a little teaser for the upcoming ones... So enjoy, and go learn some science from the stars...This episode was recorded on an early Spring morning back in 2024, here on the Lands of the Blackfoot Confederacy, Tsuut'ina Nation, and Îethka Nakoda First Nation, and more recently the Otipemisiwak Métis . As we patiently waited for the First Thunder of the season , we got to learn from Wilfred "The Star Guy" Buck, from Opaskwayak Cree Nation and Siksika Astrophysicist Rob Cardinal about the science and stories of the recent Solar Eclipse, the reverence and silence within the darkness of totality, the connection between the alignment, states of matter, and ceremonies, protocols of NOT LOOKING at these significant cosmic events, the Creation of "Tipis and Telescopes," the three-body problem, the North Star and moon cycles, and the origin of the Thunderbirds.SHOWNOTES: For all you curious humans and educators, here is a link for the shownotes, which as always, has a plethora of videos, links, resources, to learn more and support. There are soooo many for this episode, have fun!Thanks to Emil Starlight, the pod's talented multimedia podcast producer. As well, Walter White Bear, Sharon Foster, and Emil for that opening tune!Take a moment to like, share, follow, and rate, it is much appreciated.And if you want to support the pod, check out some unique Indigenous Science MERCH at www.relationalsciencecircle.com/shop Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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SRG S3 Ep18

The Wake Up America Show with Austin Petersen

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 64:03

Matt and Steve discuss this past weekend's 3 in 3, look ahead to the Thunderbirds' roadie, the roster, Fan Rants, GOAT Bracket and so much more!

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Woody Comes Back, Dad Shoes Make a Comeback, and Someone Definitely Bought Stolen Appliances

The Rizzuto Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 30:05

Woody returns to the Bud Light Studio and suddenly it's 2013 again — except now everyone's older, colder, and way more into arguing about shoes. This episode of The Rizzuto Show is a full-blown comedy podcast reunion that spirals immediately into chaos, as Rizz and Woody pick up exactly where they left off… which is apparently roasting California people for being weak in the cold, questioning why scarves exist, and debating whether New Balance, Hokas, or Nikes are officially “dad shoes” this week.Things escalate quickly when the guys break down the modern shoe game, how trends make zero sense, and why no one under 25 wears no-show socks anymore. From there, it's a straight shot into the wild world of Facebook Marketplace deals that are absolutely stolen, including microwaves pulled from sketchy storage units and a $3,000 TV somehow purchased for $300. No red flags. Totally normal behavior.Then Woody casually drops the fact that he now flies planes — because of course he does. The conversation turns into stories about fighter jets, Thunderbirds, puke planes, skydiving disasters, and why his plane has a literal parachute for the entire aircraft. Somehow this leads to musicians who fly themselves to gigs, Dexter Holland from The Offspring being smarter than all of us combined, and Moon once again questioning every life choice that involves aviation.Just when you think things might calm down, the show takes a hard left turn into legendary Hotshots stories — glitter disasters, wet t-shirt contest bathwater, people doing unspeakable things in parking lots, and the horrifying realization that many of those memories are now over a decade old. It's uncomfortable, hilarious, and deeply on brand.This episode is everything you want from a daily comedy show: old friends, dumb arguments, unbelievable stories, and absolutely no attempt to stay on topic. If you like sarcastic humor, weird news energy, and conversations that feel like they should not be happening on the radio, this comedy podcast episode delivers.Hit play, laugh uncomfortably, and remember why this is your favorite comedy podcast to begin with.Follow The Rizzuto Show → https://linktr.ee/rizzshowConnect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast → https://1057thepoint.com/RizzShowHear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MOSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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SYRINGE SUPREMACY: Is Your Nurse a Political Activist First?

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 114:49

Today on Wake Up America, Austin Petersen exposes the radical state-sponsored erasure of American heritage in New York and the terrifying rise of "Medical McCarthyism" where the person holding your IV might be your political executioner. From the victory of the Connetquot Thunderbirds to the radicalization of activist nurses in the ER, we are breaking down the systematic dismantling of Western standards—and how the feds are finally fighting back.

Steve Ott - Former Blues Forward & Head Coach of the Springfield Thunderbirds

The Fast Lane

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 9:29

Steve Ott discusses his opportunity as a head coach of the Springfield Thunderbirds.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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WAC Basketball Podcast - Jaiden Feroah, Southern Utah

WAC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 13:04

This week's guest is Southern Utah's Jaiden Feroah. He talks with Kendra about his road back to his home state of Utah, leading the Thunderbirds in scoring, rebounding and blocks - and more!

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WAC Basketball Podcast - Sierra Chambers, Southern Utah

WAC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 9:26

Southern Utah guard Sierra Chambers talks about her role on this year's team - leading the Thunderbirds in scoring- and more!

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Something Was Hunting Them… The Mystery of the Snallygaster Explained

Real Horror With Roanoke Tales

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2026 27:49

Go check out the original video on Thought Potato's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BnV65UHOjTE In this video, we dive deep into the terrifying and mysterious world of the Snallygaster, a legendary cryptid that has haunted the folklore of Maryland and the Appalachian region for centuries. Known for its eerie screeches, massive wingspan, razor-sharp claws, and tentacle-like appendages, the Snallygaster has become one of the most bizarre and terrifying creatures in American cryptid lore. This isn't just another monster story — today we'll break down the history, science, and cultural lore surrounding this strange beast. We'll explore eyewitness accounts from the early 1900s that describe this dragon-like creature swooping down from the skies, attacking livestock, and terrifying rural communities. How did the Snallygaster legend originate? Was it inspired by real-life animal encounters, psychological mass hysteria, or was there something far more sinister stalking the woods and skies of the Mid-Atlantic? This video will also discuss the biological plausibility of a creature like the Snallygaster. Could evolutionary science explain how a reptilian-avian hybrid with octopus-like features could exist? We'll analyze known examples of avian predators, flying reptiles, and even cephalopod physiology to see how something like this cryptid could biologically function. From a scientific perspective, we'll also touch on flight mechanics, predatory adaptations, and environmental factors that could theoretically give rise to such a creature. We won't just stop at biology and science, though. This video will also contain an in-depth discussion about the folkloric roots of the Snallygaster, its connection to German immigrant myths, and how it evolved over time into a staple of American urban legends. We'll explore how the Snallygaster has appeared in pop culture, from books to video games, and how it continues to inspire fear and curiosity today. Whether you're a fan of cryptozoology, urban legends, true crime-style folklore investigations, science-based creature analysis, or horror lore explained videos, this episode has something for you. Expect connected discussions about other flying cryptids like the Jersey Devil, Mothman, and Thunderbirds, as well as psychological and sociological angles on why humans create monsters to explain the unknown. If you love science meets myth, cryptid breakdowns, and deep lore explorations, don't miss this one! Thank you for watching Roanoke Tales and I hope you enjoy Something Was Hunting Them… The Mystery of the Snallygaster Explained Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RoanokeTalesPatreon #Snallygaster #CryptidLore #CryptidExplained #UrbanLegends #AmericanCryptids #MarylandCryptids #SnallygasterMyth #SnallygasterSightings #CryptidScience #CryptidBiology #FolkloreExplained #TrueCrimeLore #ScienceExplainsCryptids #HorrorLore #Mothman #JerseyDevil #ThunderbirdLegend #AppalachianFolklore #MonsterExplained #FlyingCryptids #CryptidHistory #SnallygasterHorror #WeirdHistory #MonsterMyths #UnsolvedMysteries #Cryptozoology #CryptidDocumentary #MythicalCreatures #StrangeEncounters #FearsomeCreatures #ParanormalLore #AmericanLegends #MysteriousCreatures #LoreDiscussion #FolkloreScience #ScaryLegends #TerrifyingCreatures #HauntedLegends #SupernaturalBeasts #CryptidAnalysis #HorrorExplained #UrbanMyths #LegendaryCreatures #CreepyHistory #BizarreCreatures #FolkHorror #CryptidResearch #ScienceVsMyth #AppalachianCryptids #CryptidPhenomena

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SRG S3 Ep14 - Best Matchup Of The Tournament

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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026 65:09

This week, the boys talk about the Thunderbirds 2 wins in their last three, some roster movement, Fan Rants, and possibly the best matchup in the TBirds GOAT Bracket. Like, stream, subscribe and share!

#126 Dominic Colenso The Actor, The Algorithm, and The Awkward Presentation

Double D Do Business

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2026 49:01

In this episode of and. Double D, Dave and Debbie speak with actor-turned-communication-expert Dominic Colenso, exploring the journey from starring in Thunderbirds to becoming a renowned coach, speaker, and author of Cut Through. We discuss the power of performance skills beyond the stage, the neuroscience of communication, and how to reduce complexity to land messages with real impact. Dominic shares insights into human laziness, the distractions of AI, the danger of rushing, and how stopping, listening, and creating space is vital for effective communication. Expect vulnerability, storytelling, and moments of real clarity on what it means to lead and speak with purpose today.Mic

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Jason Eisenberg, WM Phoenix Open chairman

Arizona's Morning News

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2026 6:19

This month's KTAR Community Impact Spotlight highlights The Thunderbirds and their fundraising efforts for numerous valley organizations through their annual WM Phoenix Open tournament next month. Waste Management Phoenix Open chairman Jason Eisenberg joined Arizona's Morning News to discuss the organization's community outreach.

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SRG S3 Ep 13 - Good News, Bad News

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Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2025 56:22

The boys discus the team's up and down weekend, preview what's ahead, talk the GOAT TBirds bracket and much more! Happy New Year, Thunderbirds fans!

Your New Stoic Role Models for a Stronger Life

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 51:13

Virtue is not a theory. It is something you practice. In the moments where you could overreact. In the moments where quitting would be easier. In the moments where doing the right thing costs you something.In this episode, Ryan explores the four Stoic virtues through conversations with people who actually live them. You'll hear from a fighter pilot who shows courage under pressure, a marathon runner disciplined in daily practice, a historian who reframes justice as action, and Ryan himself on treating wisdom as a lifelong pursuit.

Mastering Fear: The Journey from Self-Doubt to Thunderbirds Fighter Pilot

Transform your Mind

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2025 66:42

In this riveting episode host Myrna Young sits down with Michelle "Mace" Curran, a distinguished fighter pilot for the USAF Thunderbirds, to discuss transforming fear into a powerhouse for personal and professional growth. Michelle shares her inspiring journey from overcoming self-doubt and gender bias to becoming a role model in a predominately male-dominated field. Her narrative is filled with lessons on leadership, resilience, and the importance of confronting fear to reach new heights. As she navigates through tales of near blackout experiences and the obstacles of gender expectations, Michelle offers valuable insights into harnessing fear as a tool for empowerment.Throughout the episode, Michelle emphasizes the importance of reframing perspectives toward fear, sharing the mental strategies she employed to tackle imposter syndrome and self-doubt. She delves deep into her personal experiences, revealing how moments of fear and embarrassment redirected her to embrace vulnerability and cultivate mental toughness. Beyond her unique experiences in the cockpit, Michelle's narrative is a universal blueprint for anyone facing self-doubt, illustrating the profound impact of perseverance and courage. This episode is a must-listen for those eager to unlock their full potential and lead authentically in every arena of life.Key Takeaways:Fear as Data: Michelle emphasizes that fear should be viewed as a data point rather than a stop signal. Courage in Vulnerability: Embracing vulnerability is a powerful catalyst for growth. Strategic Action: Before making significant changes, such as career shifts, it's essential to examine financial and skills gaps, leveraging network resources for support.Empowering Women: Michelle encourages more women to step into roles traditionally dominated by men, providing inspiration to break barriers.Michelle Mace Koren's Website: Home - Michelle MACE CurranThis Episode is Sponsored by:AuraFramesFor a limited time, visit AuraFrames.com and get $35 off Aura's best-selling Carver Mat frames by using promo code TRANSFORM at checkout.GoDaddyWith GoDaddy Airo, you can build a business without having to know a thing about starting a business. Just visit GoDaddy.com to get started. To advertise on our podcast, visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/TransformyourMindor email kriti@youngandprofiting.com See this video on The Transform Your Mind YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@MyhelpsUs/videosTo see a transcripts of this audio as well as links to all the advertisers on the show page https://myhelps.us/Follow Transform Your Mind on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/myrnamyoung/Follow Transform Your mind on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063738390977Please leave a rating and review on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/transform-your-mind/id1144973094 https://podcast.feedspot.com/personal_development_podcasts/

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Puppets Go BOOM! Episode 11: Thunderbirds (2004)

Old School Lane

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 49:46

We're now entering bonus territory in Puppets Go BOOM! Arun and Patricia discuss about the 2004 live action adaptation of the 1965 British sci-fi action series Thunderbirds created by Gerry and Sylvia Anderson. Alan Tracy is a 14 year old teen who wants to be a Thunderbird just like his father Jeff and his four older brothers Scott, Virgil, Gordon, and John. But he has to go to school before he could even think of joining. Meanwhile, a man known as The Hood wishes to steal the Thunderbirds vehicles so he can break into the banks around the world and steal all the money and wealth. With Jeff and his older sons trapped in Thunderbird 5 up in space and his scientist Brains captured by The Hood and his assistants, it's up to Alan, Brains' son Fermat, and a young teenage girl named TinTin to save the day.When the film premiered in theaters, it made $28 million dollars out of a $57 million dollar budget. It received negative reviews from critics calling it a terrible adaptation of the show with awful characters, terrible CGI, and a story geared towards kids. Even Gerry Anderson himself called the movie "the biggest load of crap I had ever seen in my life". What did Arun and Patricia think of the film?

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TBirds fly away with the Win

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Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 65:47

Join Phil and PK as they go through the Bandits OT loss to the Thunderbirds on Saturday night (1:58). Bills get a big win over the Patriots on Sunday keeping their slim AFC East hopes alive (52:16). And Sabres finally make a move worth talking about (57:46). This episode is sponsored by Tap That Tap Room.

Paul McGann: Doctor Who Secrets and Anderson Memories | The Gerry Anderson Podcast

The Gerry Anderson Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 117:30

Mince pies at the ready! It's time for our Bumper Christmas Edition featuring our very special guest Paul McGann! Aside from an in-depth look at his life and times, Paul reveals who he played in childhood games of Thunderbirds and which Anderson series he'd appear in today...But just what is his reading on the Andermeter? And can he improve his score by singing the theme tune to Torchy and Fireball XL5? Using his trusty sonic screwdriver, Paul unlocks memories of watching Stingray and Captain Scarlet - and gets a few Christmas surprises along the way!Never Miss An EpisodeJoin the Podsterons Facebook groupSubscribe wherever you get your podcastsThe Randomiser with Chris DaleHelp The ShowLeave us a review on Apple PodcastsTweet about it! Use the hashtag #GerryAndersonPodcast@ImJamieAnderson / @RichardNJames / @ChrisDalekStay In TouchEmail Podcast AT GerryAnderson.comJoin the Email Newsletter

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CGB - Episode Three Hundred Fifteen: Thunderbirds!

Classic Gaming Brothers

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2025 39:32

Another episode of Classic Gaming Brothers! This week we are talking about the history of the show Thunderbirds, and some of the video games associated with it! -- Send us feedback on episodes at ClassicGamingBrothers@gmail.com (and have a chance at winning a free game!), comment on our Facebook or shoot us a DM. -- Make sure to like our pages and subscribe to our podcast on your favorite streaming service we are on most of them. -- Check us out on Twitch at https://Twitch.tv/classicgamingbrothers and YouTube @Classicgamingbrothers. -- We have a website, it is at https://www.classicgamingbrothers.com -- Intro/Outro song is "The Little Broth" by Rolemusic from the album "The Black Dot". The BWP song when used is "The Black" also by Rolemusic

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Maki Jenner Returns for Birds v Bandits