The Black Pearl Podcast

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Who is MG Miles Brown? | Innovation and Technology in the Military | Lessons in Leadership Sep 30, 2022

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In this episode Alex describes the importance of the U.S Army Combat Capabilities Development Command and a few of the technological advances that the command is developing for the U.S military and its allies. At the head of this command is MG Edmond 'Miles' Brown. Responsible for supporting and leading nearly 20,000 scientists, researchers, engineers, and soldiers MG Brown is at the tip of innovation in the U.S Army.

Alex then goes on to outline the career of MG Brown. Born to a military family, Brown enlisted in the U.S Army Reserves before he commissioned from ROTC at the Citadel. A field artillery officer, Brown was deployed and stationed around the world and the United States. MG Brown has served in numerous notable positions and some very unique assignments.

The episode wraps up with Alex discussing the importance of innovation in the U.S military, especially as the force prepares for its next large conflict.

DISCLAIMER: All views expressed in this podcast and comments made verbally or written do not reflect the views of the Department of the Army or the Department of Defense and are that of my own.

Articles/Sources Referenced in the Episode:

Army missile teams will add robots and multi-payload rockets (armytimes.com)

US Army’s Precision Strike Missile gets green light for development, readies for big test (defensenews.com)

U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command

Music:

The U.S. Army Band "Pershing's Own" | Ceremonial Music Guide (usarmyband.com)

Who is LT General Beagle? | Banning Calls and Texts After Work Hours and Lessons in Leadership Sep 23, 2022

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In this episode Alex highlights the simple yet innovative leadership practices of LTG Milford Beagle, the U.S Army general who prohibited his junior leaders from texting, calling, and emailing their subordinates after work hours. Alex then discusses the LTG's career progression, and journey from a gold bar to three stars.

LTG Beagle commissioned through Army ROTC and continually worked his way up the ranks of the U.S Army. Serving as a Platoon Leader, Operations Officer, Company Commander, Battalion Commander, and even Executive Officer to the Vice Chief of Staff of the U.S Army. His most notable role would be as Commanding General of the 10th Mountain Division and Fort Drum were he enacted a simple yet innovative leadership practice that earned him reverence from Soldiers around the country and world.

DISCLAIMER: All views expressed in this podcast and comments made verbally or written do not reflect the views of the Department of the Army or the Department of Defense and are that of my own.

Who is MAJOR GENERAL CHRISTOPHER DONAHUE? | U.S Army 82nd Airborne Division | All American Nov 12, 2020

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In this episode I outline the career of Major General Christopher Donahue, commander of the legendary 82nd Airborne Division. After graduating from West Point MG Donahue became an infantry officer and was assigned to U.S Army Special Operations Command for much of his career. In 2020, he was selected to led the 82nd Airborne Division and its 17,000 paratroopers. You won't want to miss this exciting episode!

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*Music was obtained via YouTube's Creative Commons Library and is NOT my own*

DISCLAIMER: All views expressed in this podcast and comments made verbally or written do not reflect the views of the Department of the Army or the Department of Defense and are that of my own.

Who is COLONEL STEPHEN SNELSON? | POTUS Airlift Group | Air Force One Nov 05, 2020

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In this episode I outline the life and career of Colonel Stephen Snelson, commander of the Presidential Airlift Group (89th Airlift Wing). You won't want to miss episode!

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*Music was obtained via YouTube's Creative Commons Library and is NOT my own*

DISCLAIMER: All views expressed in this podcast and comments made verbally or written do not reflect the views of the Department of the Army or the Department of Defense and are that of my own.

Who is CAPTAIN MARTIN MUCKIAN? | Submarine Force Pacific Oct 22, 2020

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In this episode I outline the career of United States Navy Captain Martin Muckian, a decorated submarine nuclear officer and current Chief of Staff of Submarine Force Pacific.

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*Music was obtained via YouTube's Creative Commons Library and is NOT my own*

DISCLAIMER: All views expressed in this podcast and comments made verbally or written do not reflect the views of the Department of the Army or the Department of Defense and are that of my own.

Who is GENERAL CHARLES BROWN JR? | USAF Chief of Staff Oct 15, 2020

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In this episode I summarize the career of the newly appointed Chief of Staff of the United States Air Force, General Charles Brown Jr. You won't to miss this high flying episode!

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*Music was obtained via YouTube's Creative Commons Library and is NOT my own*

DISCLAIMER: All views expressed in this podcast and comments made verbally or written do not reflect the views of the Department of the Army or the Department of Defense and are that of my own.

Who is COMMANDER BRIAN KESSELRING?| U.S Navy Blue Angels | TOPGUN Sep 16, 2020

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In this episode I outline the life and career of Commander Brain Kesselring the current commander of the U.S Navy's Blue Angels and naval aviator. You won't want to miss this exciting episode!

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Who is BRIGADIER GENERAL CURTIS BUZZARD? | U.S Military Academy | West Point | Sep 09, 2020

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In this episode I outline the career of Brigadier General Curtis Buzzard, the current commandant of U.S Army Corps of Cadets at the U.S Military Academy.

Once a cadet at West Point himself, BG Buzzard would go on to became an infantry officer; spending most of his early career in the legendary 82nd Airborne Division. Though an infantry officer, Buzzard would command a logistics platoon, armored squadron, and even serve as military aide to Presidents George Bush and Barack Obama. Ultimately, he would return back to were his career started; assuming command of nearly five thousand cadets at West Point.

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Who is COLONEL PATRICK RODDY JR? | U.S Army 3rd Infantry Regiment | Old Guard | Aug 25, 2020

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In this episode I discuss the life and career of U.S Army infantry officer and commander of the legendary 3rd Infantry Regiment, Colonel Patrick Roddy Jr. You will not want to miss this exciting episode!

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Who is MAJOR GENERAL JULIAN ALFORD? | Commander, USMC Base Camp Lejeune and USMC Installations East | Aug 20, 2020

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In this episode I outline the career of United States Marine Corps Major General Julian Alford, former Commander of USMC Base Camp Lejeune and USMC Installations East.

As a young Lieutenant, Alford quickly earned his stripes. Tasked with leading a platoon of Marines in the historic U.S Invasion of Panama, he was tested in the heat of battle and Central America. Later taking command of a mortar platoon and then a light armored infantry detachment he proved his versatility and adaptability.

Advancing in rank, he took assignments that others avoided with an optimistic and grateful attitude. Embodying what it means to be a military officer, he would ultimately pin two stars and earn a promotion to Major General along with so much more. You won't want to miss this episode!

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NOTE OF CLARIFICATION: In January of 2019, Major General Alford was reassigned to command Task Force Southwest in Afghanistan and subsequently gave up command of Camp Lejeune and USMC Installations East. However, the official USMC Camp Lejeune website still lists him as the garrison, when in fact, he is not. It is confusing to say the least, however just know that he is indeed the former commander of Camp Lejeune/USMC Installations East and is the current commander of Task Force Southwest.

Sources:

https://www.militarytimes.com/news/your-marine-corps/2019/01/16/marine-commander-leading-task-force-southwest-in-afghanistan-slated-for-a-second-star/

https://www.lejeune.marines.mil/About/Leaders/