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Real Talk With Caleb

118 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago -

Real Talk; Real Advice with REAL people!
This is a space for us and our guests to discuss everything life can throw at us (obstacles are opportunities). Let’s Get IT! #hardtokill

The views expressed are those of the author/podcaster/guests. They do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Department of the Air Force, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. government.

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Ep. 44 RTB: BOOTs Vs. Slippers (the short version!)

April 18, 2022 09:22 - 5 minutes - 4.69 MB

https://wellletstalkaboutitdaily.wordpress.com http://linkedin.com/in/caleb-vaden-3165ab53 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/realtalkwithcaleb/message

Ep. 44 RTB: 🥾 🆚 🥿 (the short version!)

April 18, 2022 09:22 - 5 minutes - 4.69 MB

https://wellletstalkaboutitdaily.wordpress.com http://linkedin.com/in/caleb-vaden-3165ab53 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rtwithcaleb/message

Ep. 14: BOOT Leadership

April 17, 2022 21:16 - 3 hours - 185 MB

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Ep. 43: The Clock IS Ticking!

April 17, 2022 14:32 - 54 minutes - 50.7 MB

Wow, what an honor to chat with a great friend, man, husband, father, Airman and leader! ‼️Do you want to hear a real live legend?!?‼️Listen in and you will be blessed, inspired and truly motivated by John Eunice (USAF, Col ret). He is a legit leader and a true legend 💯💯!! You don’t want to miss this conversation! In this episode of Real Talk, we listened as John talked about the “Clock is Ticking” and what it takes to get through the really tough times. John walks us through his life story, ...

Ep. 42: Overcomer, A Story of Guilt, Depression, Seconds from Suicide, and the Healing Journey

April 09, 2022 22:31 - 1 hour - 55.9 MB

This is a heart tugging story for sure; however, the road through recovery is so heart warming and provides such hope for anyone going through what my friend has experienced. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rtwithcaleb/message

Ep. 41: Your Circle is Critical! How your story will become someone else’s SURVIVAL GUIDE!

April 09, 2022 01:32 - 1 hour - 60.9 MB

Check out more articles here: https://wellletstalkaboutitdaily.wordpress.com/ Check out the article and additional podcast on your “circle of influence” here: https://wellletstalkaboutitdaily.wordpress.com/2021/04/03/who-is-in-your-%e2%ad%95%ef%b8%8f-of-influence-%e2%81%89%ef%b8%8f/ Katie’s book recommendation: Conflict Resolution Playbook: Practical Communication Skills for Preventing, Managing, and Resolving Conflict https://www.amazon.com/dp/1647399521/ref=cm_sw_r_awdo...

Ep. 39: Performers Vs. Posers Part #2, the REAL convo with Chuck and Eric

April 02, 2022 17:52 - 1 hour - 65 MB

If you would like to know more about our awesome guest, Chuck and Eric, simply click the link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1-OQI7HPdYBYqtO18AXUaKAnXZ-Ti6PCn If you would like more information on “Crucial Conversations” that Chuck brought up, click here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/509141773753762/?ref=share --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rtwithcaleb/message

Ep. 40 RTB: You HAVE a Voice NCO/SNCO; keep LEADING!!

March 31, 2022 15:35 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MB

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Chuck wagon!! WARNO, there is more, a LOT more on the horizon with Chuck!!

March 27, 2022 17:42 - 3 minutes - 2.89 MB

After my last episode (https://anchor.fm/letstalkaboutitdaily/episodes/Ep--38-Performers-Vs--Posers-with-Charles-Chuck-Ball--the-living-legend-e1gabde) with Charles "Chuck" Ball, we decided that we MUST put together another show for everyone!  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rtwithcaleb/message

Ep. 38: Performers Vs. Posers with Charles “Chuck” Ball, the living #legend!!

March 27, 2022 00:44 - 50 minutes - 47.1 MB

Check out the link for the "show notes" https://wellletstalkaboutitdaily.wordpress.com/2022/03/26/performers-vs-posers/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rtwithcaleb/message

Ep. 37 RTB: A Lesson in Followership

March 08, 2022 00:51 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MB

https://wellletstalkaboutitdaily.wordpress.com/2022/03/07/you-arent-always-the-one-a-lesson-in-followership/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rtwithcaleb/message

Ep. 36 RTB: Toxicity

February 15, 2022 23:16 - 10 minutes - 9.55 MB

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Ep. 35: RTB: Transparency

February 12, 2022 20:39 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MB

https://wellletstalkaboutitdaily.wordpress.com/2022/01/09/transparency-to-see-through-right/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rtwithcaleb/message

Ep. 34: RTB: Brilliant at the Basics

January 30, 2022 13:25 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MB

https://wellletstalkaboutitdaily.wordpress.com/2022/01/23/be-brilliant-at-the-basics/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rtwithcaleb/message

Ep. 33: RTB: Reaching Your Peak Potential

January 15, 2022 18:02 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MB

Show notes:https://wellletstalkaboutitdaily.wordpress.com/2022/01/09/reaching-your-peak-potential/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rtwithcaleb/message

Ep. 32: Leaders, don’t lose your locker room!

December 11, 2021 13:18 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MB

Article located here: https://wellletstalkaboutitdaily.wordpress.com/2021/12/10/you-can-lose-the-game-but-not-the-locker-room/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rtwithcaleb/message

Leadership: BOOTs Vs. SLIPPERs (the book)

November 13, 2021 15:17 - 3 hours - 188 MB

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Ep. 31: Airmanship, a discussion with Senior Joshua Roberts

May 04, 2021 11:33 - 1 hour - 55.7 MB

In this episode, Senior Roberts and Chief V talk about Airmanship and a few other related topics. Lean in, Listen and Learn!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rtwithcaleb/message

Ep. 30: Senior Chat #2, part #6 with the #notpreviousdallasquarterback SMSgt Justin Romo

April 14, 2021 21:57 - 53 minutes - 49.6 MB

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Ep. 29: Senior Chat #2, part #5 with the #servantleader SMSgt James Correll!

April 14, 2021 20:20 - 59 minutes - 55.1 MB

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Ep. (0): Planted vs. Buried

April 10, 2021 00:48 - 13 minutes - 12 MB

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Ep. (0) SNCO Expectations with the #SUPERCHARGED SMSgt Cranston!

April 10, 2021 00:47 - 1 hour - 91.4 MB

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Ep. 28: Senior Chat #2, part #4 with the #inspiring Sharon Nichols

April 09, 2021 22:52 - 37 minutes - 35.1 MB

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Ep. 27: Senior Chat #2, part #3 with the #wise Alicia McQuay

April 08, 2021 22:58 - 1 hour - 62.8 MB

I'd like to focus on emotional intelligence and the following parts: Self awareness Self management Social awareness link for the “quad chart”  Relationship management  The graphic here https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MOAsQafqM8bvAYY6neOFr4jOKOF0HSvj/view?usp=drivesdk will be the breakdown of each area. I always like to focus on the why and what that will being to people individually, to the team and to the mission. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rtwi...

Let’s Talk About IT!

April 08, 2021 17:18 - 1 minute - 1.8 MB

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Ep. 26: Senior Chat #2, part #2 with the #awesome Paul Ellis!

April 08, 2021 15:27 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MB

Covid Fatigue: As we are now a year into the pandemic we are seeing fatigue not only on the physical aspect of our Airmen but in both the mental and social peers. Balancing the fine line between mission accomplishment and what our staff needs is the challenge. This can be accomplished by knowing your Airmen and what they value. You have introverts that are thriving in this new environment but long term are missing the social aspect. Individual: -Job Stress -Deployments -Area reduction in trav...

Ep. (0): Reaching Your Peak Performance / Potential

April 08, 2021 13:38 - 1 hour - 59 MB

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Ep. 25: Senior Chat #2 with The #AMAZING Tim Herrman!

April 07, 2021 23:28 - 1 hour - 57.6 MB

Effective Communication and Managing vs. Leading The importance of effective Communication both up and down the CoC -  Building Trust, Loyalty, and Commitment -  Active Listening vs. Passive Listening -  Empathy vs. Sympathy Managing vs. Leading -  Proper delegation and developing those you lead -  Task, Conditions, Standards -  Understanding critical timelines and staying ahead of the fast moving train -  Setting your organization up for success --- Send in a voice message: https://podcas...

E.p. 0: Chief V and Senior Schauder talk about Knowing your Story

April 03, 2021 20:34 - 1 hour - 66.3 MB

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Ep. 0: Chief V and Senior Schauder talk about Knowing your Story

April 03, 2021 20:34 - 1 hour - 66.3 MB

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Ep. 24: BOOT Leadership

March 15, 2021 19:00 - 39 minutes - 36.9 MB

It is time to reevaluate your leadership...are you wearing BOOTS or Slippers?  Are you a leader on the oxygen exchange program, or are you a courageous leader who inspires? Lean in, listen, learn and grow as I walk us through a couple of waypoints along the leadership trail/journey! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rtwithcaleb/message

Ep. 23: Senior Chat #1: "What I wish I would've known as a new Senior select...”

March 12, 2021 21:21 - 1 hour - 61.8 MB

Sharon: Admit when you need help and build your network  Paul: Self-care and the effects it has on your team  Alicia: Importance of sponsorship  Justin: Dealing with an increased admin, accountability & ownership Will: Roles in developing ethical organizations, culture & climate  Ray Ray: Professional Development (O’s/E’s), creating an effective triad  Tara: Importance of knowing your people, not the mission --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rtwithcaleb/m...

Ep. 22: 15 Lessons from "Legacy" Defender Edition with SrA Robert Romero

March 12, 2021 21:11 - 32 minutes - 30.5 MB

Delta Flight’s SrA Robert Romero of the 28th Security Forces Squadron at Ellsworth AFB, SD, crushed it with analysis of “Legacy” by James Kerr. The book goes in depth to examine one of the world’s most successful sporting teams, the legendary New Zealand All Blacks (Rugby) 🇳🇿 Romero was inspired to write a “Defender Edition” 15 Leadership Lessons that mirror valuable points the book has to offer. Listen 🎧 to Romero as he outlines several insights in a podcast w/ Adventures with Chief V #...

Ep. 19: Chief Chat #2

March 06, 2021 14:53 - 1 hour - 63.3 MB

Topics discussed: 1. Helping the Commander with intent / vision / mission / goals / culture of the unit  2. Readiness / Managing Unit manpower  3. Fairness with awards / EPRs (especially EFDP and high % of “far right” markings…you know, how do we stay off the old road of everyone is a “firewall 5” type of thing) Decorations and pushing the right Airmen forward for Strat recommendations and etc…  4. Discipline (fair and equitable) and how the Super is involved and doesn’t just leave that to th...

Ep. 21: 28 MSG Strategy deep dive

March 05, 2021 23:57 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MB

Who’s Got Your Six? ... MSG! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rtwithcaleb/message

Ep. 20: 28 MSG, Meet Col Brady Vaira and learn about his leadership philosophy

March 05, 2021 23:55 - 19 minutes - 18 MB

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Ep. 18: Circle of influence

February 18, 2021 02:12 - 10 minutes - 9.7 MB

https://adventureswithchiefv.blogspot.com/2021/02/your-circle-rule-of-5.html --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rtwithcaleb/message

Ep. 17: Opportunities vs Obstacles Part 2 with the #Patriot Tom LeMere

February 13, 2021 20:01 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MB

Listen in as Senior LeMere and I take another shot at Part #2 “Opportunities vs Obstacles” with a bridge to “Doubling down on your weaknesses”. Check out Senior’s first episode with us: https://anchor.fm/chief-v/episodes/Ep--0-Obstacles-are-just-Opportunities-in-camouflage-enndnb --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rtwithcaleb/message

Ep. 16: Fair & Equitable Discipline, with Dignity...a convo with the Raider Shirts

February 11, 2021 19:13 - 1 hour - 75.7 MB

A conversation with some of Ellsworth's First Sergeants, discussing discipline.  [email protected]  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rtwithcaleb/message

Ep. 15: You aren't always the best...a lesson in followership

February 07, 2021 21:59 - 6 minutes - 5.76 MB

I would like to help you out with something. Focus helps me, and I want to share five (5) things that I believe will help you focus on your followership journey. This list is NOT all-inclusive, but it should get you started on and keep you on the right track. 1. Acknowledge that you may not actually be the best, or even as good as you think you are 2. Look to learn from the experience 3. Acknowledge that successful followers & leaders all exhibit the same attributes, character traits; and if ...

Ep. 13. Compliance vs. Commitment with SMSgt Joshua Roberts

January 14, 2021 01:49 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MB

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28 MSG Racial Disparity Town Hall

January 08, 2021 01:56 - 41 minutes - 38.6 MB

Thanks for all that were able to join in on our Racial Disparity Town Hall today! If you weren’t able too, that’s ok and I have the video right here! https://youtu.be/fjOuKqBWQPU Lastly, as advertised, here is the audio version of the Racial Disparity Report https://anchor.fm/chief-v/episodes/Ep--9-Air-Force-Racial-Disparity-Report-2020-eo6nv1 Special shout-out to MSgt Keith Heimericks for his assistance on moderating the event and for his superior editing skills!! --- Send in a voice...

Ep. 12: 28 MSG Racial Disparity Town Hall

January 08, 2021 01:56 - 41 minutes - 38.6 MB

Thanks for all that were able to join in on our Racial Disparity Town Hall today! If you weren’t able too, that’s ok and I have the video right here! https://youtu.be/fjOuKqBWQPU Lastly, as advertised, here is the audio version of the Racial Disparity Report https://anchor.fm/chief-v/episodes/Ep--9-Air-Force-Racial-Disparity-Report-2020-eo6nv1 Special shout-out to MSgt Keith Heimericks for his assistance on moderating the event and for his superior editing skills!! --- Send in a voice...

Ep. (0): Opening to the report: Racial Disparity in the AF, a report by Chief V

January 01, 2021 22:06 - 59 minutes - 55.2 MB

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Ep. (0): Full report: Racial Disparity in the AF, a report by Chief V

January 01, 2021 22:05 - 6 hours - 369 MB

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Ep. (0): Final thoughts: Racial Disparity in the AF, a report by Chief V

January 01, 2021 21:55 - 1 hour - 64.4 MB

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Ep. (0): Brittany overcomes: Racial Disparity in the AF, a report by Chief V

January 01, 2021 21:54 - 40 minutes - 37.8 MB

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Ep. (0): Zo overcomes: Racial Disparity in the AF, a report by Chief V

January 01, 2021 21:53 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MB

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Ep. (0): Kim overcomes: Racial Disparity in the AF, a report by Chief V

January 01, 2021 21:53 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MB

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Ep. (0): Developing Inclusive leaders & organizations: Racial Disparity in the AF, a report by Chief V

January 01, 2021 21:52 - 1 hour - 65.5 MB

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