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6. Transition to Phase III Sep 18, 2019

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In this podcast hosts, Dr. Connelly and Dr. Johstono discuss the course to this point along with the transition to Phase III. They explore the concepts of knowing yourself and organization in order to lead through uncertainty. They will use historic figures to showcase how leading in uncertainty requires both flexibility and strength in order to use cardinal virtues and character strengths to lead an organization without having a clear idea or picture of the outcome.

5. Transition to Phase II: Aristotle vs Machiavelli Aug 29, 2019

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In this podcast, Dr. Connelly and Dr. Johstono will discuss the transition from phase one to phase two and assessing self and organizations. They will discuss the purpose of needing to understand one's self to be able to lead one's self and organization. They also look at understanding one's reality in order to be able to react to situations in order to assess and lead. They will examine this by looking at Aristotle and Machiavelli as opposing forces when looking at prudence and leading.

3.1 Context on the French Algerian War Aug 09, 2019

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In this podcast host, Dr. Johstono will be joined by guest Dr. Dean. Dr. Johstono will interview Dr. Dean to give better insight into Algeria leading up to the war between France and Algeria. You will learn of the environment, population, and state of the French military. Dr. Dean will explain how the war in Algeria was a tactical win but a strategic loss.

3. Active Listening Aug 09, 2019

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In this podcast hosts, Dr. Connelly and Dr. Johstono will review the lectures from Dr. Davis and Gen (ret) Armfield and SMS Gutierrez. Your hosts will identify the main points of both lectures and things to reflect upon from these speakers. They will focus on looking at reality along with trust.

2. What are Ethics? Aug 01, 2019

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In this podcast hosts, Dr. Connelly and Dr. Johstono will discuss ethics in today's organizations. They will look at bridging the connections between morality and ethics to explain how the individual is able to align their ethics with that of their organization without putting either at odds. They will look at philosophers such as Machiavelli and Hobbs to show that removing the link between politics/law and morality is something that is hazardous for the individual. They will also look to the Air Force core values and show how ethics are intertwined. The ultimate goal of this discussion is to show how using ethical/moral decisions will allow the organization and the individual to operate in a sense of harmony to ensure ethical ends which protect from moral hazard.

1. Introduction to the Leadership Course at ACSC Jul 30, 2019

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In this podcast hosts, Dr. Connelly and Dr. Johstono will layout the framework and structure for the leadership course. They will briefly touch on ethics and challenges faced by the military.

4. An Interview on Typology Jul 29, 2019

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In this podcast hosts, Dr. Connelly and Dr. Johstono are joined by guest presenter Bill DeMarco to discuss personality and the MBTI. All three will discuss the need for personal growth and how exploiting knowledge from MBTI will help grow us as leaders. The podcast will focus on how knowing your personality helps to avoid negative natural tendencies that we as individuals have. The podcast will touch on natural tendencies and how knowing the personality types around you will make a better leader and help foster teamwork within an organization.

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