American Valor Podcast
108 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsThrough the unique intersection of Major League Baseball, the United States Navy and Marine Corps, we recognize and honor those who support our service men and women with the Bob Feller Act of Valor Award. By using the Bob Feller story, we educate the youth of today on the lessons of citizenship, service to one’s country, and personal sacrifice in times of great national need. Teaching the legacy of the greatest generation to the next generation will help instill in them the virtue of service to others. The American Valor Podcast interviews Americans exhibiting valor in their lives to educated and inspire others to do the same. http://www.actofvaloraward.org
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Mr. Kenny Lofton on Major League Baseball and Bob Feller
February 23, 2021 09:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBCleveland Indians Hall of Famer Mr. Kenny Lofton shares stories from his seventeen seasons in Major League Baseball, including stealing bases, Omar Visquel, Frank Thomas, Albert Belle, and Bob Feller. Also hear about Mr. Lofton’s endeavors since retiring from baseball in 2007, including producing movies through FilmPool Inc. and starting and supporting the Still Got Game Foundation. Lofton attended the University of Arizona on a basketball scholarship. The Wildcats made it to the Final Four...
Founder and CEO of Life Skills for Soldiers LT Brendan Duebner, USA (Ret.)
February 11, 2021 02:00 - 20 minutes - 11.2 MB“While serving as an Army platoon leader, [the Life Skills for Soldiers] Founder realized there are far too many soldiers who lack basic life skills causing additional stress and burden on themselves and their families. He began teaching a diverse set of everyday life topics including how to make a budget, how to start investing, and how to meal plan in the belief that doing so would help the individual and the unit. As a veteran-founded 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we continue this work by arming m...
PGA Tour Golfer Lt Billy Hurley III, USN (Ret.)
February 02, 2021 09:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBBilly Hurley III graduated from the United States Naval Academy, where he played golf before becoming a Surface Warfare Officer and professional golfer on the PGA Tour. Hurley speaks of the subtle differences between his good and bad times on the golf course and his lessons learned in his time in the Navy that transitioned to other areas of his life, his advice for a young person at the Naval Academy, and his foundation: “The Billy Hurley III Foundation was established to support, honor and ...
Submarines and Leadership with Rear Admiral Tom Kearney, USN (Ret.)
January 12, 2021 09:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBRetired Rear Admiral Tom Kearney speaks about his career path from Seaman Recruit to Vice Commander of Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), the role of submarines in the Navy, his experience setting a submarine record, handling an emergency at sea, and leadership – both externally and internally of a group. “Rear Adm. Thomas Kearney grew up in Dover, New Jersey, and enlisted in the Navy in 1978. He was commissioned via the Villanova University Navy Reserve Officer Training Corps (NROTC) prog...
Tommy Lasorda: Reflections on a Life in the United States of America
January 09, 2021 01:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MBThe great American and ambassador of baseball Mr. Tommy Lasorda shares insights from his established career with the Los Angeles Dodgers on the American Valor Podcast. Tommy preaches his passion for Dodgers baseball, the military and the United States of America. Mr. Lasorda was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1997 following his 20 years leading the Dodgers from 1976 to 1996, including 1,599 wins, four National League pennants and two World Series Championships, in 1981 ...
Military Service, Purpose and Well Being with Project 9 Line's Patrick Donohue, USA (Ret.)
December 29, 2020 22:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MB“At Project9line, our focus is to bridge the communication gap between Veterans and civilians. Through Outreach, Communication, and Purpose we enable veterans to express themselves uniquely through forms of art. There is not enough done to help our Veterans. Statistics show that twenty-two Veterans decide to take their own life every day. At Project9line, our goal is to make an impact on this alarming fact. Many of our Veterans return home from performing the ultimate duty of serving our c...
Baseball as a Social Institution and Authentic Leadership with Brewers VP of Community Relations Ms. Katina Shaw
December 15, 2020 14:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBMs. Katina Shaw serves as the Vice President of Community Relations for the Milwaukee Brewers. Shaw shares stories of the community engagement activities she leads on behalf of the Milwaukee Brewers baseball organization. She encourages students to seek out internships and mentors to help them to develop in their life and career. Ms. Shaw finds that living as an authentic leader is an important component in life and speaks of the value of baseball as a social institution. “Shaw joined the ...
American History and Military Service with National Baseball HOF and Museum VP of Education Mr. Jon Shestakofsky
December 01, 2020 12:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBMr. Jon Shestakofsky serves as the Vice President of Communications and Education at the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. Shestakofsky shares his background and pleasure in traveling from Minor League Baseball to World Series Championships in Major League Baseball to the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. For Shestakofsky, it is all about the people and their stories. “A 2005 graduate of Wesleyan University and a native of Belmont, Mass., Shestakofsky [was] working his 13...
Courage and Values with CMDCM Bryan Exum, USN (Ret.)
November 17, 2020 23:00 - 46 minutes - 29.1 MBRetired Navy Chief Bryan Exum shares the story of marrying during his Navy retirement ceremony and the challenges and rewards of representing over 70,000 sailors, Marines, Department of Navy personnel and family assigned to his global organization. Exum associates valor with courage and values: doing the right thing at all times and following the Navy’s core values: Honor, Courage, Commitment. “Bryan Exum retired from the Navy after 33 years of service. His last assignment was the Command M...
Bob Feller, Baseball, and the Navy’s USS Cleveland with the Indians’ Mr. Jim Folk
November 03, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MBMr. Jim Folk is the Vice President (VP) of Ballpark Operations for the Cleveland Indians and Chairman of the USS Cleveland Legacy Foundation, with a vision of supporting positive civil-military relations by creating and maintaining a strong, meaningful, and direct bond between citizens of northeast Ohio and the crew of USS Cleveland (LCS 31) and a mission of sending USS Cleveland to the Fleet with the greatest start possible, to support the ship and crew throughout her service life, and to w...
Leadership with Command Senior Enlisted Leader Enrique Acosta Gonzalez, USN (Ret.)
October 20, 2020 08:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBEnrique Acosta Gonzalez speaks about his background as a meteorologist and enlisted leader in the United States Navy. Mr. Gonzalez refers to selfless leadership with the mindset of helping making people’s lives better and incorporating the personal component of leading others. “Enrique has served as an Executive, Businessman, Veteran & Advocate, Board Member, Non-Profit Administrator, Speaker, Mentor, Coach, and Avid Volunteer. Over the past 20 years, Enrique has held numerous executive adv...
Reading and Leadership with Commanding Officer John Laney, USN (Ret.)
October 06, 2020 08:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MBRecently retired Navy Commanding Officer John Laney shares the story of his learning the importance of reading when he was surprised to be asked what he was reading during his command board, finding he did not have a superb answer to the simple question. Laney also speaks to the importance of recognizing how complex systems are in the world. For Laney, valor is tied to meaning and he defines leadership as helping others to be the very best version of themselves, whatever that may be for the ...
Covering Baseball and Supporting the Military with Mr. Matt Eisner
September 25, 2020 12:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MBMatt Eisner became the youngest professional blogger on mlb.com at the age of nine years. Mr. Eisner shares his memorable stories of covering baseball at a young age and attending Bob Feller Act of Valor Award Foundation ceremonies honoring those who support our service men and women each November. Hosts: Tyler Buchholz and Colin Kirk Matt’s Bats Bob Feller Act of Valor Award Foundation Support the show
19th Anniversary of 9/11: Overcoming Unanswerable Questions with Mr. Brian Clark
September 11, 2020 08:00 - 48 minutes - 29.4 MBMr. Brian Clark shares his recollection of working in the World Trade Center for Euro Brokers and his story from above the impact zone of the World Trade Center on September 11th, 2001. Clark shares the lessons he has taken towards his own life: living in the present, not dwelling on unanswerable questions, enjoying life to the fullest, making every day count, and using one’s gifts in service to others. Hosts: Tyler Buchholz, Nathaniel Cameron, and Colin Kirk Brian Clark’s full 9/11 story a...
Service and Baseball with Mr. Luke Gillingham
September 01, 2020 08:00 - 24 minutes - 13.4 MBMinor League Baseball player and retired Surface Warfare Officer Luke Gillingham shares his memories of playing baseball at the United States Naval Academy for Coach Paul Kostacopoulos, his recollection of being drafted by the Toronto Blue Jays, and the options the Navy presented to him as he fulfilled his commitment to serving his country through the Navy Reserve while having the opportunity to play professional baseball. Gillingham also shares his thoughts on playing professional baseball ...
Changing the World One Person at a Time with Judge Michael Allen
August 18, 2020 08:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBJudge Michael Allen speaks about his path to serving as one of nine judges on the United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims, the youngest federal court, created in 1988. Appeals of all benefits administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs are heard by the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. Judge Allen speaks about the family members and teachers who mentored him and made a difference in his life. Hear his special stories of visiting the White House to interview for the seat...
The Power of Positive Leadership with Retired Fleet Master Chief Scott Benning
August 04, 2020 08:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBRetired Fleet Master Chief Scott Benning speaks about the opportunities presented by the military for individuals to improve themselves while serving one’s country and receiving an education. It is vital to our country that the military is on the leading edge of technology and human capital development. Chief Benning speaks about the sacrifices people make in life and the meaning of a purpose driven life, including setting goals and overcoming setbacks. The more one puts into something, the ...
Air Force and Entrepreneurship with Ms. Charlynda Scales
July 21, 2020 08:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MBMs. Charlynda Scales speaks of her time as an acquisitions officer in the United States Air Force, the bond she shared with her grandfather Charlie “Mutt” Ferrell, Jr., who encouraged Charlynda to pursue a career in the military and left her with his recipe. Today, Charlynda leads Mutt’s Sauce, with “every bottle of Mutt’s Sauce made with love and determination to continue his legacy.” Hear about the difficulty and excitement of being the first active-duty service member to appear on Shark T...
Baseball Returns, The MLB in 2020
July 14, 2020 08:00 - 30 minutes - 20.1 MBLeo Menchetti and Colin Kirk discuss current events and details surrounding the start of the 2020 MLB season. Walk4Valor Challenge Bob Feller Act of Valor Award Foundation Hosts: Michael Blankers and Galen Odell Editor: Galen Odell Support the show
Creating Ecosystems with Navy Veteran Alan Bottorff
July 07, 2020 08:00 - 45 minutes - 30.9 MB“Retiring after 21 years of active service in the United States Navy, Alan Bottorff earned his Bachelor of Business Administration – Healthcare Management from Strayer University, graduating Summa Cum Laude. He completed his MBA at Duke University, The Fuqua School of Business in December 2018. Mr. Bottorff has acquired 27 years of professional leadership, entrepreneurship, business, and team development experiences. He has successfully built two healthcare startup companies, urgent care pra...
Combining Forces to Honor the Fallen with Kevin Hertell and Chad Lennon
June 22, 2020 20:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBOver 20 veterans take their lives each day, evidence of a suicide epidemic within our country, a problem specifically prevalent within the veteran community. The Suicide Awareness and Prevention flag is a symbolic combination of the Prisoner of War (POW) and Gold Star flags. The Gold Star is displayed on a service flag to indicate that a relative of the family was killed while serving in the armed forces during wartime. This is a conversation about warrior culture, removing stigma, expressin...
Combining forces to honor the fallen with Kevin Hertell and Chad Lennon
June 22, 2020 20:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBOver 20 veterans take their lives each day, evidence of a suicide epidemic within our country, a problem specifically prevalent within the veteran community. The Suicide Awareness and Prevention flag is a symbolic combination of the Prisoner of War (POW) and Gold Star flags. The Gold Star is displayed on a service flag to indicate that a relative of the family was killed while serving in the armed forces during wartime. This is a conversation about warrior culture, removing stigma, expressin...
Just Lead: Chief Petty Officer Terry Spain, USN (Ret.)
June 09, 2020 20:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBRetired Navy Chief Petty Officer Terry Spain speaks about his leadership philosophy, lessons learned in his life from family and military service, what it means to be a Chief Petty Officer in the world’s finest Navy, and writing his new book, Just Lead! “Terry Spain is an author and CEO of Terry Spain Consulting LLC, which specializes in diversity and leadership training along with motivational speaking and team building. Before retiring from the U.S Navy, Terry served as an Instructor for ...
Your Service Matters: Rear Admiral Frank Thorp on Service and Finding the Good in People
May 26, 2020 20:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBRear Admiral Frank Thorp speaks about his family’s longstanding service, within and outside of the military. He speaks about the principle of America’s service men and women serving and defending our Constitution, representing freedom and people’s desire to fight for it and give up what they have, as embodied by Bob Feller. Rear Admiral Thorp speaks about being in the Pentagon on 9/11 and reminds listeners that valor is not a word to be taken lightly. “In his final active duty assignment i...
USN Captain Greg Zettler: Courage to do the right thing and ownership in the mission
May 12, 2020 20:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MBCaptain Greg Zettler speaks about lessons of integrity as a priority of his education at the United States Naval Academy. Captain Zettler speaks about the significance of service and recommends one assumes that everyone on their team has noble intent. Captain Zettler stresses the importance of creating individual ownership of the collective mission. The best advice Captain Zettler has received was to not try to by perfect: to rely on his innate ability and the training he has been provided. ...
Mr. Buster Olney on National Baseball HOFer, Lieutenant Colonel Jerry Coleman
April 28, 2020 20:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBMr. Buster Olney shares his upbringing around the game of baseball, his career as a sports columnist covering the game, Hall of Fame voting and personal memories and stories from baseball legends Tony Gwynn and Jerry Coleman, including Gwynn’s gregarious personality and Coleman’s humility towards his service and respect for his comrades who did not return home from war. Jerry Coleman: Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel Jerry Coleman is the only Major League Baseball player to serve in combat i...
Mr. Buster Olney on National Baseball HOFer, Lieutenant Colonel Jerry Coleman
April 28, 2020 20:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBMr. Buster Olney shares his upbringing around the game of baseball, his career as a sports columnist covering the game, Hall of Fame voting and personal memories and stories from baseball legends Tony Gwynn and Jerry Coleman, including Gwynn’s gregarious personality and Coleman’s humility towards his service and respect for his comrades who did not return home from war. Jerry Coleman: Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel Jerry Coleman is the only Major League Baseball player to serve in combat i...
Dr. Himesh Lakhlani: Family, Education, and Support of Country
April 14, 2020 20:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MBDr. Himesh Lakhlani speaks about lessons learned from the difficult situations his parents lived through. His parents taught him hard work, commitment, humility, and the value of family. Himesh is passionate about providing awareness to individuals who do not have a family history of pursuing higher education. Himesh defines valor as standing up for others who don’t have the ability to stand up on their own. Dr. Lakhlani emphasizes the importance of spending time with family. Dr. Lakhlani cu...
Baseball Author, Broadcaster Mr. Ed Randall: Baseball, Cancer and Life
March 31, 2020 20:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MBMr. Ed Randall speaks about his love of baseball while growing up, leading him to broadcast, report, and anchor professionally. He speaks about the challenges of reaching Major League Baseball, being grateful for his experiences and respecting the past. Mr. Randall shares his memory of making it to the Major Leagues when he filled in for Bob Shepherd, the legendary public address announcer at Yankee Stadium. Mr. Randall speaks about his close relationship with Baseball Hall of Famer Ernie Ha...
Mr. Carl Erskine: Playing alongside Jackie Robinson, service to others
March 17, 2020 20:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBFrom his WWII Navy Service to helping Jackie Robinson and the Dodgers break the Color Barrier in professional sports, we are very honored to host Mr. Carl Erskine. As a high school pitcher, Carl Erskine was scouted by the Brooklyn Dodgers before joining the Navy in June 1945. Following boot camp, he was stationed at Boston Navy Yard in Massachusetts. “I went to the recreation officer,” Erskine recalled in his autobiography Tales from the Dodger Dugout, “introduced myself and asked if I cou...
Mr. Carl Erskine: Jackie Robinson's teammate, discipline, and change
March 17, 2020 20:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MB"Baseball saw some of its biggest transformations in the 1940s and 50s. The introduction of night games, television, racial desegregation, and prevalence of jet travel all had a profound impact on how the game was forever played, observed, and experienced. Through these unprecedented times stood Carl Erskine, famed pitcher of the Brooklyn and Los Angeles Dodgers, and a witness to history. Upon high school graduation in 1945, Erskine’s aspiration to play baseball came to a halt. With World W...
Mrs. Anne Feller on Mr. Bob Feller's Legacy
March 03, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MBWe are very fortunate to feature Mrs. Anne Feller, the widow of Mr. Bob Feller. Mrs. Feller shares incredible stories of Mr. Feller's recollection of his experiences in World War II and pride in his country, sharing insight into what made individuals like Mr. Feller and World War II and Korean War veteran Mr. Ted Williams so special. Afterwards, hear about the upcoming baseball season. Bob Feller Act of Valor Foundation: http://www.actofvaloraward.org/ Podcast hosts: Tyler Buchholz, Natha...
Sports Journalist Ms. Lindsay Berra on Grandfather Yogi
February 18, 2020 21:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBOn the American Valor Podcast, Sports Journalist Lindsay Berra speaks about her career decision and experience covering sports at the highest levels. She talks about lessons learned from her grandfather Yogi, one of the greatest baseball catchers of all time: humility, integrity, citizenship, treating all people equally, and many more. One special story includes Yogi’s reflection on his military service during World War II after watching Band of Brothers. Mr. Berra did not frequently speak a...
Author Anne Keene: Baseball and Military in World War II
February 04, 2020 21:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBAuthor Anne Keene began her career as a writer after graduating from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a journalism degree. Anne’s father was a batboy for the Cloudbuster Nine, a World War II team of fighter-pilot cadets at an elite Navy training school at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. After her father’s passing, Anne began researching the Major League Baseball players who attended the training school that shaped the lives of many well-known individuals...
American Values, Leadership, and the Power of the Individual: 75th Secretary of the Navy the Honorable Ray Mabus
January 21, 2020 21:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBOn the twentieth episode of the American Valor Podcast, we are honored to be joined by the 75th Secretary of the Navy: the Honorable Ray Mabus. "Mr. Mabus served as the 75th United States Secretary of the Navy, the longest to serve as leader of the Navy and Marine Corps since World War I. Throughout his tenure, Secretary Mabus has focused on four key priorities - People, Platforms, Power and Partnerships – that enable the Navy and Marine Corps' unique ability to maintain the global presence ...
Memories of Bob Feller: a Lifetime of Service with the USS Alabama's Bill Tunnell
January 07, 2020 21:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MBMr. Bill Tunnell served as the Executive Director of USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park until 2015, a total of 19 years. Bill oversaw the maintenance and expansion of one of the last remaining Battleship museums left in the world. Over the course of his career, Bill met and spoke personally with National Baseball Hall of Famer and proud veteran of the United States Navy, Chief Petty Officer Bob Feller, developing a personal relationship with Mr. Feller. Mr. Tunnell was honored to speak at ...
Marine Steve Gonzalez on Post Military Careers and Respect for Others
December 24, 2019 21:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBOn the American Valor Podcast, Mr. Steve Gonzalez preaches the importance of being better each day. Steve joined the Marine Corps because he realized that doing so aligned with what he wanted to achieve in life: service to country as a means of believing in something bigger than himself. Steve speaks to the difficulty of transitioning out of military service. The gap between society and former members of the military is discussed as well as ways to close this gap by supporting those who ha...
MLB Veteran Doug Flynn on Baseball, Big Red Machine and Community Service
December 10, 2019 21:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBDoug Flynn grew up playing several sports in Lexington, Kentucky. He attended the University of Kentucky and Somerset Community College before playing 11 seasons in Major League Baseball for the New York Mets, Montreal Expos, Cincinnati Reds, Texas Rangers and Detroit Tigers. Mr. Flynn was a member of the 1975 Big Red Machine team that won the World Series. He is currently a broadcaster for the Cincinnati Reds and actively supports service men and women through multiple non-profit organizati...
MLB Veteran Doug Flynn: Baseball, Big Red Machine, Community Service
December 10, 2019 21:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBDoug Flynn grew up playing several sports in Lexington, Kentucky. He attended the University of Kentucky and Somerset Community College before playing 11 seasons in Major League Baseball for the New York Mets, Montreal Expos, Cincinnati Reds, Texas Rangers and Detroit Tigers. Mr. Flynn was a member of the 1975 Big Red Machine team that won the World Series. He is currently a broadcaster for the Cincinnati Reds and actively supports service men and women through multiple non-profit organizati...
Semper Fi with Marine Corps Reserve Major Chad Lennon: Significance Through Service
November 26, 2019 21:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBMajor Lennon speaks about his decision to join the Marine Corps and his service in both the active and reserve components of the Marine Corps, as well as his decision to attend law school. In 2010, Major Lennon deployed to Afghanistan, receiving the Purple Heart and Navy/Marine Corps Achievement Medal for his service to our country. Major Lennon then went on earn his Doctor of Law degree from the Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center, where he currently serves as Director of the Vetera...
Vice Admiral Jay Donnelly: Submarines, Service to Others, and Valor
November 12, 2019 21:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBVice Admiral John “Jay” Donnelly (United States Navy, Retired) is Vice President of Advanced Technologies for Huntington Ingalls Industries. Jay serves as an active Board Member of the Bob Feller Act of Valor Award Foundation. Donnelly graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1975 and served 35 years in the Navy. A submarine officer by training, his commanding officer assignments included USS Hyman G. Rickover (SSN 709) and USS McKee (AS 41). His final assignment was as Commander, S...
Vice Admiral Jay Donnelly: Submarines, Service to Others and Valor
November 12, 2019 21:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBVice Admiral John “Jay” Donnelly (United States Navy, Retired) is Vice President of Advanced Technologies for Huntington Ingalls Industries. Jay serves as an active Board Member of the Bob Feller Act of Valor Award Foundation. Donnelly graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1975 and served 35 years in the Navy. A submarine officer by training, his commanding officer assignments included USS Hyman G. Rickover (SSN 709) and USS McKee (AS 41). His final assignment was as Commander, S...
2019 Bob Feller Act of Valor Award Ceremony
November 08, 2019 15:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MBThe Bob Feller Act of Valor Award Foundation is proud to present a promotional speaker event between our podcast team of Nathaniel Cameron, Tyler Buchholz, and Colin Kirk and Foundation Board Members Peter Fertig, Steve Curtis and Johnathan Rose. The awards honor the legacy of National Baseball Hall of Fame pitcher Bob Feller, who made the selfless decision to put his career in the major leagues on hold so he could serve our country. Each honoree possesses the values, integrity, and dedicat...
2019 Bob Feller Act of Valor Award Ceremony
November 08, 2019 15:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MBThe Bob Feller Act of Valor Award Foundation is proud to present a promotional speaker event between our podcast team of Nathaniel Cameron, Tyler Buchholz, and Colin Kirk and Foundation Board Members Peter Fertig, Steve Curtis and Johnathan Rose. The awards honor the legacy of National Baseball Hall of Fame pitcher Bob Feller, who made the selfless decision to put his career in the major leagues on hold so he could serve our country. Each honoree possesses the values, integrity, and dedicat...
Lessons of Leadership with Dr. CJ Mitchell: 15th Force Master Chief of the Navy Reserve
October 14, 2019 13:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBIn our twelfth installment, Dr. CJ Mitchell, the 15th Force Master Chief of the Navy Reserve, chats with the podcast team of Nathaniel Cameron, Tyler Buchholz and Colin Kirk. Dr Mitchell discusses his career in the Navy, transition to civilian life and CJ's concept of leadership, including his rule of three. CJ has held several leadership positions in the Navy at every level and frequently speaks and facilitates leadership training for the United States Navy. He has facilitated training for ...
Dr. CJ Mitchell: 15th Force Master Chief of the Navy Reserve
October 14, 2019 13:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBIn our twelfth installment, Dr. CJ Mitchell, the 15th Force Master Chief of the Navy Reserve, chats with the podcast team of Nathaniel Cameron, Tyler Buchholz and Colin Kirk. Dr Mitchell discusses his career in the Navy, transition to civilian life and CJ's concept of leadership, including his rule of three. CJ has held several leadership positions in the Navy at every level and frequently speaks and facilitates leadership training for the United States Navy. He has facilitated training for ...
Mitch Harris: Naval Officer to Major League Baseball Pitcher
September 30, 2019 13:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MBMitch Harris, the second Naval Academy graduate to play Major League Baseball, speaks about his adjustment to life at the Naval Academy, maintaining his baseball skills while serving five years in the United States Navy, including three deployments before playing Major League Baseball for the Saint Louis Cardinals in 2015. Listeners will be inspired and entertained in learning Mitch’s life story and thoughts, including commitment to self, work ethic, attention to detail, striving towards on...
70th Secretary of the Navy the Honorable John H. Dalton
September 16, 2019 15:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBOn the American Valor Podcast, the 70th Secretary of the Navy, the Honorable John H. Dalton, reflects on his life: attending the United States Naval Academy, serving as an Officer in the Navy, working in private business and in government service. Mr. Dalton speaks about the challenging times he has faced in life as well as the positive attitude and support allowing him to persevere and grow. Mr. Dalton, embodying the Navy's values of honor, courage and commitment, speaks about the significa...
Catching Every Ball with Baseball Legend Johnny Bench
September 02, 2019 16:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBMr. Johnny Bench speaks about his upbringing in Oklahoma, which was the inspiration for his values of hard work that he learned from his parents, as his father served in the Army during World War II. Mr. Bench and the team spoke about the fulfillment of his lifelong dream of becoming a Major League Baseball catcher at the age of 19 and eventually winning two World Series with the Big Red Machine. Mr Bench served six years in the Army Reserves while playing professional baseball and was nam...
Naval Academy Baseball Coach Paul Kostacopoulos
August 19, 2019 14:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBIn our eighth episode, Nathaniel Cameron and Colin Kirk talk to United States Naval Academy Head Baseball Coach Paul Kostacopoulos. The team discusses Coach Kostacopoulous' start in baseball and his journey to become the youngest Division I baseball head coach, leading him to become the second most winningest coach in Naval Academy baseball history. Coach Kostacopoulos discusses his respect for the Midshipmen who balance duty to country, stringent academics and Division I athletics. Coach Ko...