The Third Lieutenant
21 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago -The Third Lieutenant Podcast is the first of its kind. A podcast that focuses on the role that higher education plays in the journey of United States military service-members. Men and women in uniform travel a path in academia that often looks different from their civilian counterparts that requires a special type of navigation. Often balancing a career, family, and multiple assignments and deployments, service members and their support network are invited to share their success stories on this platform. Subscribe to the Third Lieutenant Podcast to hear how the skills and experience in uniform prepares service members to meet the demands of academia and beyond.
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Episodes
A Parent's Story
July 01, 2021 14:00 - 29 minutes - 39.7 MBAs the mother of two U.S. Army Soliders, Marcella Stretch founded the Parents of Deployed Service members (PODS) Facebook group to provide 24hr support to parents. Marcella's "Parent's Story" includes how she and a small group of military parents organized the delivery of birthday and thanksgiving gifts and cards to servicemembers abroad. Hear about how the choice of a servicemember to enlist, impacts the parent stakeholder group. Learn about the Central Postal Directory Battalion 6888th L...
A Dependent's Story
May 06, 2021 14:00 - 31 minutes - 43.6 MBAs the daughter of a US Army Sergeants Major, Ms. Vel F. Johnson recalls fond memories as a Soldier's daughter. After completing her Associates and Dual Bachelor's Degree, Vel became a successful entrepreneur who still serves Veterans to this day. As the CEO and Founder of Vasaj Communications hear from Vel as she shares her technique for self advocacy. As a scholar and entrepreneur learn about the joy she has found in lifelong learning. Learn more about her current work below: With ...
The Third Lieutenant Podcast: Flight 2021: Consolidate Gains
March 25, 2021 14:00 - 14 minutes - 20.2 MBIn honor of Women's History Month we salute two trailblazers who paved the way for our service. Honorary General Mary McLeod Bethune was an advisor to the United States Women’s Army for National Defense and Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps. She opened the door for Brigadier General Hazel Johnson Brown to serve at the highest levels of the Department of Defense. Without these women, our military would look quite different. Listen to hear their story and how it ultimately impacted mine. Read cor...
Promo The Third Lieutenant Podcast: Flight 2021: Consolidate Gains with The Third Lieutenant
March 20, 2021 15:16 - 1 minute - 2.33 MBIn honor of Women's History Month we salute two trailblazers who paved the way for our service. Honorary General Mary McLeod Bethune was an advisor to the United States Women’s Army for National Defense and Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps. She opened the door for Brigadier General Hazel Johnson Brown to serve at the highest levels of the Department of Defense. Without these women our military would look quite different. Listen to hear their story and how it ultimately impacted mine. Read co...
The Third Lieutenant Podcast: Flight 2021: The Close Fight with Captain Cynthia L. Turner
February 18, 2021 15:00 - 43 minutes - 60.1 MBCaptain Cynthia L. Turner was a shy girl from South Carolina who found her home at Howard University. Since her days as a cadet, she has developed into a leader in the United States Airforce as a Medical Officer. Hear from Cynthia as she shares her experience as a leader, mentor, and a professional contemplating how she'll make her mark on the world. Learn more about Cynthia's non-profit organization Precious Pearls here: www.preciouspearlsyouth.org Learn more about the Project Refit Blue ...
Flight 2021 Episode 2 Promo: The Close Fight with Captain Cynthia L. Turner
February 15, 2021 22:41 - 2 minutes - 3.27 MBThis full episode will be released on February 18, 2021! Captain Cynthia L. Turner was a shy girl from South Carolina who found her home at Howard University. Since her days as a cadet she has developed into a leader in the United States Airforce as a Medical Officer. Hear from Cynthia as she shares her experience as a leader, mentor, and a shy southern girl contemplating how she'll make her mark on the world. Learn more about Cynthia's non-profit organization Precious Pearls here: www.prec...
The Third Lieutenant Podcast: FY21: The Deep Fight with Sergeant Michael D. Brown
January 25, 2021 12:15 - 37 minutes - 85.9 MBAfter Sergeant Michael D. Brown separated from the United States Army he traveled a path that doesn't follow the standard narrative. As a Veteran, he participated in higher education as a student, then made a career of it. In this episode, Mike shares his experience as the Director of Veteran Services for Montgomery County Community College and the Director of the Office of Veterans and Military Service Members at Villanova University. Hear Mike's Soldier's story and his current work: Vo...
Flight 2021 Episode 1 Promo: The Deep Fight with Sergeant Michael D. Brown
January 19, 2021 20:46 - 4 minutes - 5.76 MBThis full episode will be released on January 21, 2021! After Sergeant Michael D. Brown separated from the United States Army he traveled a path that doesn't follow the standard narrative. As a Veteran, he participated in higher education as a student, then made a career of it. In this episode, Mike shares his experience as the Director of Veteran Services for Montgomery County Community College and the Director of the Office of Veterans and Military Service Members at Villanova University. ...
FY21 Episode 1 Promo: The Deep Fight with Sergeant Michael D. Brown
January 19, 2021 20:46 - 4 minutes - 5.76 MBThis full episode will be released on January 21, 2021! After Sergeant Michael D. Brown separated from the United States Army he traveled a path that doesn't follow the standard narrative. As a Veteran, he participated in higher education as a student, then made a career of it. In this episode, Mike shares his experience as the Director of Veteran Services for Montgomery County Community College and the Director of the Office of Veterans and Military Service Members at Villanova University. ...
Welcome to 2021
January 03, 2021 16:12 - 1 minute - 1.59 MB2020 was a great year for the Third Lieutenant Podcast. We are grateful to all of our guests, MAJ Hinds (Ret.), CPT Buford, COL Shabazz, CDR Troncoso, Dr. da Silva, CPL. Dizon, and MAJ. Mallard-Brown and we look forward to an amazing 2021 ahead! Thank you for being a listener. We ask you to listen, subscribe, and review! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Third Lieutenant Podcast: FY20: Episode 6 - Keep Your Focus with Major Mallard-Brown
December 24, 2020 15:00 - 41 minutes - 95.7 MBIt wasn’t in Major Kimberly Mallard-Brown’s plan to join the Army, but she followed in her parent’s footsteps of service. While looking for her “perfect school” she was nudged towards the United States Military Academy at West Point and never looked back. Her advice, “Don’t take no from a person who can’t give you a yes.” In this episode, she shares how service members commissioned, warrant, and enlisted can apply to the Army’s Broadening Opportunity Program. Learn about Army broadening oppo...
The Third Lieutenant Podcast: FY20: Episode 6 - Promo
December 22, 2020 18:38 - 1 minute - 1.55 MBThe Third Lieutenant Podcast: FY20: Episode 6 - Keep Your Focus with Major Mallard-Brown It wasn’t in Major Kimberly Mallard-Brown’s plan to join the Army, but she followed in her parent’s footsteps in service. While looking for her “perfect school” she was nudged towards the United States Military Academy at West Point and never looked back. Her advice, “Don’t take no from a person who can’t give you a yes.” In this episode she shares how service members commissioned, warrant, and enlisted...
FY21 Episode 5: The Tactical Pause with Corporal Joe Dizon
November 10, 2020 15:00 - 28 minutes - 38.9 MB“The Marines Have Landed” The tactical pause as described by Third Lieutenant guest Joey Mac Dizon, is the moment taken by some military personnel to think and contemplate their situation. As a Marine Corps Veteran and entrepreneur, Joey brings servicemembers together to build community through his venture “The Mobile Cigar Lounge”. “Mission First, People Always”, is what guides Joey in his work and life. During this episode we’re happy to announce our new partnership with Project Refit to ...
FY21 The Tactical Pause
November 10, 2020 15:00 - 28 minutes - 38.9 MB“The Marines Have Landed” The tactical pause as described by Third Lieutenant guest Joey Mac Dizon, is the moment taken by some military personnel to think and contemplate their situation. As a Marine Corps Veteran and entrepreneur, Joey brings servicemembers together to build community through his venture “The Mobile Cigar Lounge”. “Mission First, People Always”, is what guides Joey in his work and life. During this episode we’re happy to announce our new partnership with Project Refit to ...
FY21 Episode 4: Keep Your Health with Commander Troncoso and Lieutenant Da Silva
October 22, 2020 14:00 - 33 minutes - 75.9 MBCommander Melissa R. Troncoso and Lieutenant Uade B. Da Silva share their unique paths to PhDs. Both Officers have served as Naval researchers who highlight how academic and applied research is used to protect the health and welfare of service members. As a medical practitioner, Commander Troncoso’s mantra, “It Will Get Done and It Will Be Great” is one of the ways she develops resilience in the warfighter. Dr. Da Silva identifies how everyday adversity met by servicemembers can be used to ac...
FY20 Episode 3: Keep Your Mind With Chaplain Shabazz
September 17, 2020 14:00 - 38 minutes - 88.7 MBArmy Colonel Khallid Shabazz, author of "A Call to Reason: Losing Our Manhood", shares the events that led to the turning point of his life. He shares how two children and two Article 15’s led to two doctoral degrees after a shift in mindset that altered his career trajectory. Colonel Shabazz believes that the Chaplain is a valuable asset to military commanders. The Colonel offers his experience in both the Christian and Islamic faith to highlight the Chaplain as a unique cultural asset that ...
FY20 Episode 3 Promo: Keep Your Mind With Chaplain Shabazz
September 11, 2020 10:24 - 1 minute - 2.42 MBArmy Colonel Khallid B. Shabazz shares wisdom from his foxhole with advice for a new officer. Episode 3 premieres September 17th. Listen, subscribe, and share. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
FY20 Episode 2: Keep Your Spirit With Chaplain Buford
August 20, 2020 12:00 - 27 minutes - 63.6 MBNaval Captain Maurice Buford found his path to purpose when he pledged his life to save his brother’s. Maurice’s educational journey began in Slow Learning Development (SLD) classes, but he mustered the fortitude to go from SLD to a PhD. He believes that every man longs to find their purpose. His work through spiritual fitness encourages others to walk in love and find their flow. Listen and hear Captain Buford share that, “The worst thing in life isn’t death, it is living a life without purp...
FY20 Episode 2 - Keep Your Spirit With Chaplain Buford
August 20, 2020 12:00 - 27 minutes - 63.6 MBNaval Captain Maurice Buford found his path to purpose when he pledged his life to save his brother’s. Maurice’s educational journey began in Slow Learning Development (SLD) classes, but he mustered the fortitude to go from SLD to a PhD. He believes that every man longs to find their purpose. His work through spiritual fitness encourages others to walk in love and find their flow. Listen and hear Captain Buford share that, “The worst thing in life isn’t death, it is living a life without purp...
FY20: Episode 1 - Keep Your Head with Keep Your Hair Headgear
July 23, 2020 14:00 - 27 minutes - 37.5 MBMajor Natasha Hinds, US ARMY Retired, didn't take the most direct path into entrepreneurship. Like many military officers, Natasha's journey started with a decision that determined how she would pay for college. After a 20+ year military career and 5 college degrees, Natasha has settled into entrepreneurship bringing with her all of the knowledge skills and abilities she developed in the military and academia. Keep Your Hair Headgear can be found at Keepyourhairheadgear.com and on LinkTree: K...
The Third Lieutenant Trailer
July 14, 2020 03:40 - 4 minutes - 6.59 MBWelcome to the Third Lieutenant. During Season 1 we will hear from Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen who have traveled the path of academia while in uniform. Subscribe! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.