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In episode 24, I sit down with Marine Colonel Maria "MJ" Pallotta to discuss how stoicism can help us weather the pandemic, why the classics are critical for leaders, and the importance of studying leadership and ethical philosophy.
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Finally, head to DODReads for more resources, free books, and interviews with military authors.
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In episode 23, Jackie sits down with Army Lieutenant Colonel Laura Weimer to discuss learning from failure, how to reconcile leadership responsibility with doubts over the mission, and the importance of finding purpose.
Interested in an interview with a particular leader? Have a question you'd like to hear answered? Contact us @DODReads or podcast@dodreads.com.
Finally, head to DODReads for more resources, free books, and interviews with military authors.
The views presented in this episode are those of the participants and do not reflect the views of the Department of Defense or its components.
In episode 22, I sit down with retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel, Dr. Harold Davis. Dr. Davis is a graduate of the Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine and a veterinary pathologist who served 20 years in the United States Air Force. After retiring from Active Duty, Dr. Davis worked as a veterinary pathologist in the private sector and served as the first and only Black president of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists.
Interested in an interview with a particular leader? Have a question you'd like to hear answered? Contact us @DODReads or podcast@dodreads.com.
Finally, head to DODReads for more resources, free books, and interviews with military authors.
The views presented in this episode are those of the participants and do not reflect the views of the Department of Defense or its components.
In episode 21, I sit down with retired Air Force Brigadier General Paula Thornhill to talk military history, force structure and design strategy, and the importance of writing for professional development. BGEN Thornhill's book is available here.
Interested in an interview with a particular leader? Have a question you'd like to hear answered? Contact us @DODReads or podcast@dodreads.com.
Finally, head to DODReads for more resources, free books, and interviews with military authors.
The views presented in this episode are those of the participants and do not reflect the views of the Department of Defense or its components.
In episode 20, I sit down with retired Marine turned business leader and author, Mike Ettore to talk PME, leadership as an NCO versus as a junior officer, and how the business world differs from the military. Check out the Fidelis Leadership Podcast, Mike's own show here. His book is available for purchase here.
Interested in an interview with a particular leader? Have a question you'd like to hear answered? Contact us @DODReadsPodcast or podcast@dodreads.com.
Finally, head to DODReads for more resources, free books, and interviews with military authors.
The views presented in this episode are those of the participants and do not reflect the views of the Department of Defense or its components.
In episode 19, host Eugene Yang sits down with Army Lieutenant General Robert Ashley, Director, Defense Intelligence Agency, to discuss leadership development, lifelong learning, and the relative merits of subject matter expertise and generalism.
Interested in an interview with a particular leader? Have a question you'd like to hear answered? Contact us @DODReadsPodcast or podcast@dodreads.com.
Finally, head to DODReads for more resources, free books, and interviews with military authors.
The views presented in this episode are those of the participants and do not reflect the views of the Department of Defense or its components.
In episode 18, host Jacqueline Parker sits down with retired Army Colonel and serving California State Guard Brigadier General Denton Knapp, to discuss lessons in leadership, failure, and transition.
Interested in an interview with a particular leader? Have a question you'd like to hear answered? Contact us @DODReadsPodcast or podcast@dodreads.com.
Finally, head to DODReads for more resources, free books, and interviews with military authors.
The views presented in this episode are those of the participants and do not reflect the views of the Department of Defense or its components.
In episode 17, Josh sits down with Lieutenant General Richard Newton, USAF (Ret.), former Assistant Vice Chief of Staff and Director, Air Staff to discuss current reads, the importance of writing, and how to execute a smart transition out of the military.
Interested in an interview with a particular leader? Have a question you'd like to hear answered? Contact us @DODReadsPodcast or podcast@dodreads.com.
Finally, head to DODReads for more resources, free books, and interviews with military authors.
The views presented in this episode are those of the participants and do not reflect the views of the Department of Defense or its components.
In episode 16, I sit down with General Lori J. Robinson, USAF (Ret.), former Commander of United States Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) and the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) and the first female Combatant Commander in U.S. history.
Interested in an interview with a particular leader? Have a question you'd like to hear answered? Contact us @DODReadsPodcast or podcast@dodreads.com.
Finally, head to DODReads for more resources, free books, and interviews with military authors.
The views presented in this episode are those of the participants and do not reflect the views of the Department of Defense or its components.
In episode 15, I sit down with the first Navy Chief Learning Officer, Mr. John Kroger, to discuss Proust, physical courage, and the future of Navy professional military education.
Interested in an interview with a particular leader? Have a question you'd like to hear answered? Contact us @DODReadsPodcast or podcast@dodreads.com.
Finally, head to DODReads for more resources, free books, and interviews with military authors.
The views presented in this episode are those of the participants and do not reflect the views of the Department of Defense or its components.
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