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    Air Force Judge Advocate General's School Podcast

    Air Force Judge Advocate General's School Podcast

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    Interview-based podcast with leaders, innovators, and influencers on the law, leadership, and best practices of the day. We explore all areas of military legal practice, connecting the dots from the tactical to the strategic, and push the boundaries of innovation through the speed of relevance.



    Episodes


    • 80. JAGs on the Job: Civil Law & Litigation with Col Patricia Wiegman-Lenz & Maj Sean McDivitt

      In this episode, Major Laura Quaco interviews Colonel Patricia Wiegman-Lenz and Major Sean McDivitt about their experiences serving as judge advocates in the United States Air Force, and more specifically, working in civil law and litigation capacities. Over the coming months, there will be one more episode in this "JAGs on the Job" series, focused on operations and international law. In case you missed it, go back to Episode 76 to hear the episode on military justice and... read more

      10/25/2023


    • 79. Talks with a Trailblazer: Retired Chief Master Sergeant David Haskins

      In this episode, Major Laura Quaco talks with Retired Chief Master Sergeant David Haskins, the ninth Senior Paralegal Manager (now called Senior Enlisted Advisor) to The Judge Advocate General—the most senior paralegal position in The Judge Advocate General’s Corps. CMSgt Haskins was the first Black/African American, as well as the first practicing the Islamic faith, to serve as Senior Paralegal Manager. CMSgt Haskins discusses his inspiration to serve, and many leadership lessons he... read more

      09/13/2023


    • 78. Talks with a Trailblazer: Retired Colonel Susan McNeill

      In this episode, Major Laura Quaco sits down with Retired Colonel Susan McNeill, the first female Black/African American judge advocate to make the rank of colonel in any of the military services. Colonel McNeill shares some notable moments in her Air Force career—from being a procurement officer during the Vietnam War, to serving in the Social Actions Office during a tumultuous time, and even witnessing the first STS-1 Columbia Space Shuttle landing after providing legal advice on a... read more

      08/23/2023


    • 77. Black/African American History in the Air Force JAG Corps

      In this episode, Major Laura Quaco sits down with Colonel Ja Rai Williams and Lieutenant Colonel Velma Thompson to discuss integration in the Armed Services pursuant to Executive Order 9981, and research they conducted related to the history of Black/African Americans in the United States Regular Air Force Judge Advocate General’s Corps. In the next couple episodes, you will be able to hear from two of the very trailblazers they discuss: Colonel (Retired) Susan McNeill and Chief Master... read more

      07/31/2023


    • 76. JAGs on the Job: Military Justice & Discipline with Lt Col Dane Horne & Maj Allison Gish

      In this episode, Major Laura Quaco interviews Lieutenant Colonel Dane Horne and Major Allison Gish about their experiences serving as judge advocates in the United States Air Force, and more specifically, working in military justice and discipline capacities. Over the coming months, there will be two more episodes in this "JAGs on the Job" series--one episode will be focused on civil law and the other on operations and international... read more

      07/13/2023


    • 76. JAGs on the Job: Military Justice & Discipline

      In this episode, Major Laura Quaco talks with Lieutenant Colonel Dane Horne and Major Allison Gish about their experiences serving as judge advocates in the United States Air Force, and more specifically, working in military justice and discipline capacities. Over the coming months, there will be two more episodes in this "JAGs on the Job" series--one episode will be focused on civil law and the other on operations and international law.
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      Interested in learning more about the Air Force JAG Corps? Have questions about our programs or the application process? Please contact us at 1-800-JAG-USAF or af.jag.recruiting@us.af.mil. And don’t forget to check out our website at airforce.com/jag.

      07/13/2023


    • 75. A New Prosecutor's in Town: Standup of the Office of Special Trial Counsel

      In this episode, Major Laura Quaco sits down with Lieutenant Colonel Matthew Neil, the Director of Operations for the Office of Special Trial Counsel (OSTC). Lt Col Neil and Maj Quaco discuss the historical background and development of OSTC—a major military justice reform required by the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022. Historically, commanders have decided whether to pursue court-martial charges against service members for all violations of the Uniform Code of... read more

      05/25/2023


    • 74. Pursuit of Power: A Look at Russia & Ukraine Through an Ops Law Lens

      In this episode of the Air Force Judge Advocate General’s School Podcast, Major Laura Quaco continues her conversation with Lieutenant Colonel Sandra O’Hern and Dr. Andy Akin, discussing operations and international legal principles related to Russia and the Russia-Ukraine conflict. You can go back to Episode 73 to hear the first part of the conversation in which they discuss Russian history and the relationship between Russia and Ukraine leading up to the Russia-Ukraine... read more

      03/28/2023


    • 73. Pursuit of Power: Russian History & the Buildup to Conflict with Ukraine

      In this episode of the Air Force Judge Advocate General’s School Podcast, Major Laura Quaco is joined by Dr. Andy Akin and Lieutenant Colonel Sandra O’Hern for a conversation about Russian history and the relationship between Russia and Ukraine leading up to the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Stay tuned for the next episode to hear the remainder of the conversation in which the host and guests discuss operations and international legal principles related to Russia and the conflict.

      Interested in learning more about the Air Force JAG Corps? Have questions about our programs or the application process? Please contact us at 1-800-JAG-USAF or airforcejagrecruiting@gmail.com. Don’t forget to check out our website at airforce.com/jag.

      03/08/2023


    • 72. "At the Very Heart of Warfare" with Col Richard Major and Lt Col Derek Rowe

      In the words of General Curtis LeMay, the fifth Chief of Staff of the Air Force, “at the very heart of warfare lies doctrine.” In this episode, Major Laura Quaco and Major Victoria Smith sit down with Colonel Richard Major and Lieutenant Colonel Derek Rowe to discuss doctrine. Col Major and Lt Col Rowe are the Vice Commander and Staff Judge Advocate, respectively, at the LeMay Center for Doctrine Development and Education at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama. During the interview, they... read more

      01/10/2023


    • 71. Be the Leader You Want to See: A Leadership Perspective with CMSgt Tynisa Haskins

      In this episode, Major Victoria Smith and Major Laura Quaco sit down with Chief Master Sergeant Tynisa "Ty" Haskins, the Senior Enlisted Advisor of the Air Force Judge Advocate General's Corps. CMSgt Haskins provides her views on leadership, fostering connections, vicarious trauma, diversity and inclusion, and related matters.

      Interested in learning more about the Air Force JAG Corps? Have questions about our programs or the application process? Please contact us at 1-800-JAG-USAF or airforcejagrecruiting@gmail.com. And don’t forget to check out our website at airforce.com/jag.

      12/13/2022


    • 70. Space Debris and the Gray Zone with Major Edwin Kisiel (National Security Law Competition)

      "Space Debris and the Gray Zone” is a continuation of our National Security Law (NSL) Competition series. The NSL competition is a writing competition hosted by AFJAGS and sponsored by The JAG School Foundation. This year’s topic was How National Security Law Impacts America’s Strategic Competition in the Gray Zone. In this episode, Maj Charlie Hedden sat down with the competition winner, Maj Edwin Kisiel, to discuss his paper on how Russia, China, and other Great Power competitors... read more

      11/30/2022


    • 69. Taiwan, the South China Sea, and the Gray Zone Capt Matthew Ormsbee (National Security Law Competition)

      This episode is a continuation of our National Security Law Competition (NSL) series. In this episode, Maj Hedden sits down with Capt Matthew Ormsbee to discuss way in which the United States can take advantage of our existing treaty with Taiwan to help prevent Chinese Gray Zone activity in the South China Sea. The NSL competition is a writing competition hosted by AFJAGS and sponsored by The JAG School Foundation. This year’s topic was How National Security Law Impacts America’s Strategic Competition in the Gray Zone.

      11/09/2022


    • 69. Taiwan, the South China Sea and the Gray Zone with Capt Matthew Ormsbee (National Security Law Competition)

      This episode is a continuation of our National Security Law Competition (NSL) series. Maj Charlie Hedden sits down with Capt Matthew Ormsbee to discuss how the United States can take advantage of our existing treaty with Taiwan to help prevent Chinese Gray Zone activity in the South China Sea. The NSL competition is a writing competition hosted by AFJAGS and sponsored by The JAG School Foundation. This year’s topic was How National Security Law Impacts America’s Strategic Competition in the Gray Zone.

      10/11/2022


    • 68. Space Law, Law of War and the Gray Zone with Maj Jessica Tirado (National Security Law Competition)

      This episode is a continuation of our National Security Law Competition series. Maj Erin Davis sits down with Maj Jessica Tirado to discuss how recent advancements in space technology have opened the door for our strategic competitors to take advantage of gaps in space law. Maj Tirado examines the potential for updating the Law of Armed Conflict (LOAC) and humanitarian laws to bridge this gap.

      09/21/2022


    • 67. Domestic Terrorism and the Gray Zone with Capt Andrew McCaffrey (National Security Law Competition)

      This episode is the first of a series of interviews with competitors in the National Security Law Competition, a writing competition hosted by The Air Force Judge Advocate General's School and sponsored by The JAG School Foundation. This year’s topic was How National Security Law Impacts America’s Strategic Competition in the Gray Zone. Capt McCaffrey’s paper discussed how our internal responses to domestic terrorism have impacted our strategic response in the Gray... read more

      08/31/2022


    • 67. National Security Law Competition – Domestic Terrorism and the Gray Zone with Capt Andrew McCaffrey

      This episode is the first of a series of interviews with competitors in the National Security Law Competition, a writing competition hosted by The Air Force Judge Advocate General's School and sponsored by The JAG School Foundation. This year’s topic was How National Security Law Impacts America’s Strategic Competition in the Gray Zone. Capt McCaffrey’s paper discussed how our internal responses to domestic terrorism have impacted our strategic response in the Gray Zone.

      Interested in learning more about the Air Force JAG Corps? Have questions about our programs or the application process? Please contact us at 1-800-JAG-USAF or airforcejagrecruiting@gmail.com. And don’t forget to check out our website at airforce.com/jag.

      08/30/2022


    • 66. The Good Earth Book Review with Dr. Liz Woodworth and Lt Col Charles Gartland

      In this episode, as part of the Great Powers Competition series, Maj Davis and Maj Hedden sit down with Air War College professor Dr. Liz Woodworth and AFJAGS Law Chair Lt Col Charles Gartland to review The Good Earth by Pearl Buck. The Good Earth is a novel set in early 20th century China and describes the life of Wang Lung, a peasant farmer, and the privations his family overcomes while maintaining their ancestral connections to the land and agriculture

      08/10/2022


    • 65. Orbital Debris with Maj Edwin Kisiel

      In this episode Maj Hedden sits down with Maj Edwin Kisiel to discuss his recent paper, Law as an Instrument to Solve the Orbital Debris Problem, which was published in the Environmental Law Journal in 2021. Maj Kisiel outlines the current environmental laws and the gaps created by the rapid development of space technology and its resulting debris.

      07/29/2022


    • 64. Women's History in the Air Force with Major Marissa Kester - Part 2

      In this episode, Maj Davis concludes her conversation with Air Force historian Maj Marissa Kester, author of There From the Beginning, to discuss Air Force women's history throughout the last century. Maj Davis and Maj Kester discuss the equal protection laws of the 1960s and explore the rapid expansion of women’s role in the military up to the present.

      07/12/2022


    • 63. Women's History in the Air Force with Major Marissa Kester - Part 1

      In this episode Maj Davis sits down with Air Force historian Maj Marissa
      Kester, author of There From the Beginning, to discuss Air Force women's
      history throughout the last century. Maj Davis and Maj Kester discuss the
      roles played by women throughout the early history of the country and up
      through the Vietnam War and take a look at the laws that slowly defined and
      formed the careers women in the military have today.

      06/21/2022


    • 62. A Day In The Life of Ivan Denisovich - A Book Review with Dr. Liz Woodworth and Lt Col Charles Gartland

      In this episode we review A Day In The Life of Ivan Denisovich, a novella by Nobel laureate Alexandr Solzhenitsyn. Set in a soviet labor camp in the 1950s, the visceral one-day account of that life was one of the first widely available portraits of life in the Gulag. As such, we review it for what we can learn about our great power competitor Russia by examining this part of that nation’s history and culture.

      06/07/2022


    • 61. Lawcraft: Deciphering China's Approach Toward International Law with Capt Matt Ormsbee - Part 2

      This is the second of our two-part conversation with Capt Matt Ormsbee about his article titled "Lawcraft: China's Evolving Approach to International Law and the Implications for American National Security," which was published in Fordham Law Review. The article analyzes China's apparent attitudes toward international law, and how that has evolved over the last few decades and what means for the interests of the United States and other nations going forward.

      05/20/2022


    • 60. Lawcraft: Deciphering China's Approach Toward International Law with Captain Matt Ormsbee

      In this episode, we talk with Capt Matt Ormsbee about his article titled "Lawcraft: China's Evolving Approach to International Law and the Implications for American National Security," which was published in Fordham Law Review. The article analyzes China's apparent attitudes toward international law, and how that has evolved over the last few decades and what means for the interests of the United States and other nations going forward.

      05/06/2022


    • 59. Unconscious Bias with Colonel Jerime Reid - Part 2

      Montgomery, Alabama is the birthplace of modern air power and the civil rights movement. In this second episode of a two-part series, we continue our discussion with Colonel Jerime Reid regarding unconscious bias and racial disparity in the military justice system.

      04/15/2022


    • 58. Unconscious Bias with Colonel Jerime Reid - Part 1

      Montgomery, Alabama is the birthplace of modern air power and the civil rights movement. In this interview with Colonel Jerime Reid, we discuss the intersection of those two things as we explore the recent research showing racial disparity in military justice actions with the U.S. Air Force.

      03/21/2022


    • 57. What's Up with China? - with Lt Col Charles Gartland

      Today we’re talking about Great Power Competition, a term generally used for the United States’ current posture as it relates to China and Russia. The specter is one of three predominant players competing to protect and/or expand their respective spheres of influence over the globe. Today we launch our first podcast in a series of episodes that will introduce, define, and explore this phenomenon. We’ll talk about how it started, where it is, and where it looks like it’s headed, and... read more

      03/18/2022


    • 56. The Caine Mutiny - A Book Review with Lt Col Charles Gartland

      In this episode, your hosts sit down with Air University Law Chair Lt Col Charles Gartland and discuss The Caine Mutiny, the 1951 Pulitzer-prize winning novel by Herman Wouk. We’ll discuss this monumental work of World War II historical fiction and extract its lessons for today on leadership, followership, and the nature of military command.

      02/25/2022


    • 55. Defense Health Agency Transition with Lt Col Robert Vorhees and Lt Col Justin Swick

      In this episode, Major Davis guides us through a conversation with Lt Col robert Vorhees and Lt col Justin Swick, two Air Force medical law attorneys, about the Defense Health Agency transition, which has changed the landscape of the Military Health System.

      12/23/2021


    • 54. Mental Health After Afghanistan with Maj Levi Cole

      In August 2021, the world watched as Kabul, Afghanistan fell into Taliban control. Among those watching were the 775,000 U.S. service members who were deployed to Afghanistan at least once in their career. For many of those men and women, watching the vents in Afghanistan brought back memories that spurred them to seek mental-health treatment. Dr. Levi Cole is an Air Force clinical psychologist, and in this interview, he discussed the surge in mental-health treatment after the events in Afghanistan in 2021, as well as other phenomena affecting the wellbeing of Airmen. Dr. Cole shares his insight into effective coping, treatment, and relationship strategies both for individuals and the units to which they belong.

      12/17/2021


    • 55. Defense Health Agency Transition with Lt Col Robert Vorhees and Lt Col Justin Swick

      In this episode, Major Davis guides us through a conversation with Lt Col Robert Vorhees and Lt Col Justin Swick, two Air Force medical law attorneys, about the Defense Health Agency transition, which has changed the landscape of the Military Health System.

      10/29/2021


    • Air Force Judge Advocate Generals School Podcast - 52. TEST

      Air Force Judge Advocate Generals School Podcast - 52. TEST

      10/27/2021


    • 54. Mental Health After Afghanistan with Major Levi Cole

      This past August, the world watched as Kabul, Afghanistan fell into Taliban control. Among those watching were the 775,000 U.S. service members who were deployed to Afghanistan at least once in their career. For many of those men and women, watching the events in Afghanistan brought back memories that spurred them to seek mental-health treatment.

      Dr. Levi Cole is an Air Force clinical psychologist, and in this interview he discusses the surge in mental-health treatment after the events in Afghanistan in 2021, as well as other phenomena affecting the wellbeing of Airmen. He shares his insight into effective coping, treatment, and relationship strategies both for individuals and the units to which they belong.

      10/26/2021


    • 53. Book Review – Lincoln on Leadership with Lt Col Charles Gartland

      Ep 53. Book Review – Lincoln on Leadership with Lt Col Charles Gartland

      10/24/2021


    • 52. 2021 Military Justice Update with Major Ryan Brunson and Major Jessica Delaney

      In this special edition of the podcast, Major Ryan Brunson and Major Jessica Delaney educate explain some of the recent, pertinent changes to military justice and how those changes impact legal offices and practitioners. They discuss the Criminal Investigation & Prosecution Capability, Special Victim Investigation & Prosecution Capability, and investigative processes.

      10/22/2021


    • 51. The First Amendment in the Military with Major Alan Serrano - Part 2

      This is the second of a two-part interview with Maj Alan Serrano on the First Amendment. In this episode, we discuss Freedom of Speech, Freedom of Assembly, and Freedom of Religion within the military. We tackle some of the most hot-button issues, including the interplay between free speech and the use of social media, how commanders grapples with curtailing certain types of speech, what constitutes an extremist group, and how the military typically handles requests for religious accommodations.

      10/21/2021


    • 51. The First Amendment in the Military with Major Alan Serrano - Part 2

      This is the second of a two-part interview with Maj Alan Serrano on the First Amendment. In it, we discuss the freedom of speech, the freedom of assembly, and the freedom of religion within the military. We tackle some of the most hot-button issues, including the interplay between free speech and the use of social media, how commanders grapple with curtailing certain types of speech, what constitutes an extremist group, and how the military typically handles requests for religious accommodations.

      10/20/2021


    • 50. The First Amendment in the Military with Major Alan Serrano - Part 1

      This episode is Part 1 of a two-part interview with Maj Alan Serrano. In this episode, we discuss Freedom of Speech, Freedom of Association and Religion within the military. Interested in learning more about the Air Force JAG Corps? Have questions about our programs or the application process? Please contact us at 1-800-JAG-USAF or airforcejagrecruiting@gmail.com. And don’t forget to check out our website at airforce.com/jag.

      10/04/2021


    • 50. The First Amendment in the Military with Major Alan Serrano - Part 1

      This is part one of a two-part interview with Maj Alan Serrano on the First Amendment. In it, we discuss the freedom of speech, the freedom of assembly, and the freedom of religion within the military. We tackle some of the most hot-button issues, including the interplay between free speech and the us of social media, how commanders grapple with curtailing certain types of speech, what constitutes an extremist group, and how the military typically handles requests for religious accommodations.

      10/04/2021


    • 49. PME at SOS and ISOS with Captain Kevin Malloy and Captain Jeremy Driggs

      This episode features Capt Kevin Malloy and Capt Jeremy Driggs, two Air Force JAGs. Both are graduates of two different professional military education programs. Squadron Officer School, and the less-well-known Inter-American Squadron Officer School. They offer an overview of these programs, their tips on how to be successful, and how they grew in leadership, teambuilding, and innovation through the process.

      09/21/2021


    • Air Force Judge Advocate Generals School Podcast - 49. PME at SOS and ISOS with Captain Kevin Malloy & Captain Jeremy Driggs

      This episode features Capt Kevin Malloy and Capt Jeremy Driggs, two Air Force JAGs. Both are graduates of two different professional military education programs: Squadron Officer School, and the less-well-known Inter-American Squadron Officer School. They offer an overview of these programs, their tips on how to be successful, and how they grew in leadership, teambuilding, and innovation through the process.

      09/21/2021


    • Air Force Judge Advocate Generals School Podcast - 49. PME at SOS and ISOS with Captain Kevin Malloy & Capt Jeremy Driggs

      This episode features Capt Kevin Malloy and Capt Jeremy Driggs, two Air Force JAGs. Both are graduates of two different professional military education programs. Squadron Officer School, and the less-well-known Inter-American Squadron Officer School. They offer an overview of these programs, their tips on how to be successful, and how they grew in leadership, teambuilding, and innovation through the process.

      09/21/2021


    • 48. Civil Air Patrol with Major Brittany Byrd

      Today we speak with Maj Brittany Byrd on the Civil Air Patrol. Major Byrd served as the Staff Judge Advocate for the Civil Air Patrol from 2018 to 2020. In this episode, Maj Byrd discusses the Civil Air Patrol's unique mission set, how military legal practitioners can best work with the Civil Air Patrol, and some of the bigger events the Civil Air Patrol has been involved in, including through the COVID-19 global pandemic.

      09/07/2021


    • 47. The Commanders Role in the Military Justice System with Professor David Schlueter - Part 2

      This is the second of a two-part episode exploring some potential big changes in the role commanders play in the military justice system. We interview Professor David Schlueter, a subject matter expert in this topic, which is at the forefront of many legal practitioners' minds, as congress and senior government officials have endorsed removing commanders' authority to prosecute sexual assault and similar felony-level cases. Assuming these reforms take effect, this will be another large... read more

      08/05/2021


    • 46. The Commander's Role in the Military Justice System with Professor Dave Schlueter -Part 1

      This is part one of a two-part episode exploring some potential big changes in the role commanders play in the military justice system. We interview Professor Dave Schlueter, a subject matter expert in this topic, which is at the forefront of many legal practitioners’ minds, as congress and senior government officials have endorsed removing commanders’ authority to prosecute sexual assault and similar felony-level cases. Assuming these reforms take effect, this will be another large... read more

      08/04/2021


    • 45. A View From The Bench - Family Law Domestic Cases with Colonel Benjamin Bowden - Part 2

      This is part 2 of a two-part episode with Reserve Colonel Benjamin Bowden, in which we discuss best practices, challenges to be aware of, and even how local military trial counsel can counsel legal assistance clients with domestic issues. Colonel Bowden draws on his extensive experience as an Air Force JAG and also as a civilian Circuit Trial Judge in Covington County, Ala.

      08/03/2021


    • 44. A View From the Bench - Family Law Domestic Cases with Colonel Benjamin Bowden - Part 1

      This is part 1 of a two-part episode with Reserve Colonel Benjamin Bowden, in which we discuss best practices, challenges to be aware of, and even how local military trial counsel can counsel legal assistance clients with domestic issues. Colonel Bowden draws on his extensive experience as an Air Force JAG and also as a civilian Circuit Trial Judge in Covington County, Ala.

      07/28/2021


    • 43. The Paralegal Air Force Reserve Component with CMSgt Lisa List & MSgt Troy Tobaben - Part 2

      this is part 2 of a two-part interview where we discuss the enlisted paralegal career field in the Air Reserve Component (ARC) with two guets, Chief Master Sergeant Lisa List and Master Sergeant Troy Tobaben. . This interview builds off of the interview conducted on the Air Force JAG Corps ARC in episodes 38 and 39 that focused more on the officer JAG opportunities. Chief Master Sergeant Lisa List is the Individual Mobilization Augmentee (IMA) to the Senior Paralegal Manager to the Air... read more

      07/13/2021


    • 42. The Paralegal Air Force Reserve Component with CMSgt Lisa List & MSgt Troy Tobaben

      This is part 1 of two-part interview where we discuss the enlisted paralegal career field in the Air Reserve Component (ARC) with two guests, Chief Master Sergeant Lisa List and Master Sergeant Troy Tobaben. This interview builds off of the interview conducted on the Air Force JAG Corps ARC in episodes 38 and 39 that focused more on the officer JAG opportunities.

      Chief Master Sergeant Lisa List is the Individual Mobilization Augmentee (IMA) to the Senior Paralegal Manager to the Air... read more

      06/21/2021


    • 41. Volunteering for the Air Force Barrier Analysis Working Group with Maj Alea Nadeem and Maj Sam Sliney

      In today’s interview, we have 2 guests to discuss a unique volunteer opportunity within the Air Force that many may not be aware of called the Air Force Barrier Analysis Working Group. And we take a closer look at one of the main action teams within this group called the Women’s Initiative Team (WIT). WIT played a key role in the updates to the new 2021 Air Force female hair standards.

      This is also the first interview where we’ve specifically addressed the aspect of... read more

      06/08/2021


    • 40. Space Force, Resiliency and Mindset with CMSSF Roger Towberman

      In this interview, we speak with Chief Master Sergeant of the Space Force (CMSSF), Roger Towberman, on the new US Space Force, resiliency, and mindset.

      CMSSF Towberman is the first to hold this position as the highest enlisted noncommissioned officer in the United States Space Force, effective as of April 2020. In this capacity, he acts as the personal senior enlisted advisor to the Chief of Space Operations and the Secretary of the Air Force on all issues regarding the welfare,... read more

      05/25/2021


    • 39. Air Force JAG Corps Air Reserve Component with Brig Gen Mitch Neurock, Lt Col Rebecca Otey & Capt Amanda Wang - Part 2

      This is part 2 of a 2-part interview on the Air Force JAG Corps Air Reserve Component (ARC). We continue in discussion with our 3 guests including Brigadier General Mitch Neurock, Lieutenant Colonel Rebecca Otey, and Captain Amanda Wang who collectively share their stories and unique officer perspectives on serving in the ARC, how to balance part-time service with a civilian career, leverage their military training in professional development, and how to apply if interested.

      Note: Since... read more

      05/11/2021


    • 38. Air Force JAG Corps Air Reserve Component with Brig Gen Mitch Neurock, Lt Col Rebecca Otey & Capt Amanda Wang - Part 1

      This is part 1 of a great 2-part interview for anyone who may have an interest in serving their country part-time through the Air Force JAG Corps Air Reserve Component, or ARC, which includes the Air Force Reserves and Air National Guard.

      We have 3 guests on the show including Brigadier General Mitch Neurock, Lt Col Rebecca Otey, and Capt Amanda Wang who collectively share their stories and unique officer perspectives on serving in the Air Force JAG Corps ARC, how to balance part-time service with a civilian career, leverage their military training in professional development, and how to apply if interested.

      04/27/2021


    • 37. Digital Transformation with Colonel Sheri Jones and Mr. Dan O’Connor

      In this interview, we speak with Colonel Sheri Jones & Mr. Dan O’Connor on the “Digital Transformation” occurring within the Air Force JAG Corps. We discuss why and how the digital transformation is underway, offer some historical context, then move into discussion on applications, the design process, migration to cloud, and even touch upon how this digital transformation impacts the culture of the Corps as a whole.

      Colonel Sheri Jones is the Director and Chief Information Officer... read more

      04/13/2021


    • 36. The Legal Profession in 2021 & Beyond with ASU Law School Dean Doug Sylvester & Assistant Dean Ray English

      In today’s interview we’re going to step outside of the DoD, and speak with ASU Law School Dean Doug Sylvester and Assistant Dean Ray English. They’re here to speak with us on “The Legal Profession in 2021 and Beyond” to include the current state of law schools, the legal sector, their perspectives on legal careers to include within the military, and leadership insights.

      ASU Law School Dean Doug Sylvester is the 8th dean of the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona... read more

      03/31/2021


    • 35. The Air Force We Need with CMSAF JoAnne Bass

      In this interview, we speak with Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force, JoAnne Bass, the first female senior enlisted service member of any US military branch.
      We discuss her insights on “The Air Force W Need” including on People, Readiness, and Culture; the challenges the Air Force and DoD face; how she utilizes social media to effectively communicate; to resiliency and leadership tips, especially as we all continue to work through the global pandemic.

      Chief Master Sergeant of... read more

      03/16/2021


    • 34. Defense Personal Property Program with Mr. Rick Marsh and Mr. Bradley Richardson – Part 2

      This is part 2 of our discussion on the Defense Personal Property Program, or DP3 Program, with Director, Mr. Rick Marsh, and US Transportation Command attorney-advisor, Mr. Bradley Richardson.

      This part 2 continues where we left off on part 1. We continue our discussion on the DP3 Program to include how the DP3 team conducts strategic communication, innovates, works legal issues, and operates to improve the overall experience for customers, contractors, and other stakeholders.

      03/01/2021


    • 33. Defense Personal Property Program with Mr. Rick Marsh and Mr. Bradley Richardson – Part 1

      In this 2-episode interview, we discuss the Defense Personal Property Program, or DP3 Program, with Director, Mr. Rick Marsh, and US Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) attorney-advisor, Mr. Bradley Richardson.

      The DP3 Program deals with the movement of household goods and POVs, non-temporary storage, and the DoD management framework. We discuss the challenges faced by the DP3 Program, innovative solutions that the team is working on, and how they conduct strategic communication to their stakeholders including customers, contractors, senior leaders, Congress, through litigation, and others.

      02/08/2021


    • 32. Wind Energy Boom with Mr. Jim Cannizzo

      Today’s interview is the second consecutive interview with environmental law subject matter experts. In this interview, we have the pleasure to speak with Mr. Jim Cannizzo, a retired Air Force JAG, and current Senior Attorney-Advisor in the Mission Sustainment and Planning Branch of the Environmental Law Field Support Center, San Antonio, Texas.

      We discuss “The Wind Energy Boom” including some of the biggest wind energy challenges faced both within the Air Force and DoD. We also continue our discussion on the interplay between environmental law and military operations, and how this impacts our national security.

      01/19/2021


    • 31. Environmental Law & Air Force Operations with Mr. Joseph Miller

      Today's interview is the first of two separate interviews with environmental law subject matter experts. We have the pleasure to speak with Mr. Joseph Miller, to discuss Environmental Law and Air Force Operations. We plan to discuss some the biggest environmental law challenges we face both within the Air Force and DoD and the interplay between environmental law and operational law – an area often overlooked but very important from a national security perspective.

      Mr. Miller is the... read more

      01/05/2021


    • 30. Decorated Combat Paralegal with MSgt Austin Hardin

      In this interview we sit down with Master Sergeant Austin Hardin, an active duty Air Force paralegal, to discuss his 2013 combat experience in Afghanistan. This combat experience earned him a Purple Heart and Bronze Star for his heroic actions in an insurgent convoy attack where he was initially rendered unconscious by a vehicle born IED, recovered, immediately began returning fire, and saved the lives of the other passengers.

      MSgt Hardin discusses the convoy experience and how he worked to recover after being injured in the convoy attack and assimilate back into his legal office. He also offers some leadership principles and takeaways that he learned through the experience.

      12/07/2020


    • 29. Birth of the Special Victims' Counsel Program with (Ret.) Lt Gen Richard Harding - Part 2

      Welcome to Part 2 of The Birth of the Special Victims' Counsel (SVC) Program with (Retired) Lieutenant General Richard Harding, The Judge Advocate General of the United States Air Force from 2010-2014, who was instrumental in creating the SVC program.

      This Part 2 continues where we left off from Part 1 as General Harding discusses the seminal case of LRM v Kastenberg that afforded victims counsel certain legal rights on behalf of their clients, how universities across the country are now modeling aspects of military procedure in their administrative Title 9 sex assault cases on campus, and his views on how to effectuate positive change.

      11/24/2020


    • 28. Birth of the Special Victims' Counsel Program with (Ret.) Lt Gen Richard Harding - Part 1

      In this 2-part interview we discuss The Birth of the Special Victims' Counsel (SVC) Program with (Retired) Lieutenant General Richard Harding, The Judge Advocate General of the United States Air Force from 2010-2014, who was instrumental in creating the SVC program that affords sex assault victims independent legal counsel.

      In this Part 1, we take a behind-the-scenes look at how the SVC Program was created. General Harding discusses the initial opposition to the program, its biggest challenges, and how he worked to effectuate positive change.

      11/09/2020


    • 27. Busting Polygraph Myths with Lt Col Carlos Colon - Part 2

      Welcome to Part 2 of our interview with Lt Col Carlos Colon, an Air Force JAG Reservist and full-time FBI Special Agent and Polygraph Examiner & Coordinator. This part 2 continues where we left off from Part 1 as we continue to debunk the biggest polygraph examination myths.

      To date, Lt Col Colon has conducted over 900 polygraph exams and in this interview we take a deep dive into what polygraphs are, how they’re used in investigations and screening tests, how aspects of them can be admissible in court, the tech behind them, and the experts that use them.

      10/27/2020


    • 26. Busting Polygraph Myths with Lt Col Carlos Colon - Part 1

      In this 2-part interview we’re going to tackle the polygraph examination…and bust the biggest myths and misconceptions on them with Lt Col Carlos Colon, an Air Force JAG Reservist and full-time FBI Special Agent and Polygraph Examiner & Coordinator. To date, Lt Col Colon has conducted over 900 polygraph exams, and in this interview, we’ll take a deep dive into what polygraphs are, how they’re used in investigations and screening tests, how aspects of them can be admissible in court, the tech behind them, and the experts that use them.

      10/14/2020


    • 25. Joint Force Leadership with Brigadier General James Demarest - Part 2

      Welcome to Part 2 of our interview with Brigadier General James "Boots" Demarest, the Chief of Staff of the Florida Air National Guard, co-founder of the consulting firm, Joint Force Leadership, and former active duty F-15 pilot who later became a JAG.

      If you didn’t hear Part 1, please consider listening to the previous episode where we discuss Brigadier General Demarest’s background, development of his leadership philosophy, and 2 of the 3 pillars of the joint force leadership... read more

      09/27/2020


    • 24. Joint Force Leadership with Brigadier General James Demarest - Part 1

      This episode is the first part of a 2-part interview with Brigadier General James "Boots" Demarest, the Chief of Staff of the Florida Air National Guard, co-founder of the consulting firm, Joint Force Leadership, and former active duty F-15 pilot who later became a JAG.

      Over this 2-part interview we discuss The Joint Force Leadership Triad that was created through the combined experiences of Brigadier General Demarest as a fighter pilot, along with his co-founder, a former Navy Seal.

      In this first part, we discuss Brigadier General Demarest’s background, development of his leadership philosophy over multiple career paths, and 2 of the 3 pillars of the joint force leadership triad including communication and focus.

      09/23/2020


    • 23. Emotional Intelligence & Personality Profiles with (Ret.) Lt Col Megan Allison & Lt Col Brandie Jeffries - Part 2

      This episode is Part 2 of a two-part interview with two guest experts, Lt Col Megan Allison, USAF Retired, and Lt Col Brandie Jeffries, USAF. If you didn't hear Part 1, please do, where we discuss the importance of emotional intelligence (EI), ways to improve your EI, and the 16 Personalities Profile Assessment where we began discussion on the 4 pairs of opposites within the test.

      In this Part 2, we continue the discussion on the 4 pairs of opposites and our guests offer their tips and advice on how to take the Personalities Profile assessment, interpret the assessment, and implement its key results into your life to improve your emotional intelligence, and ultimate leadership ability.

      09/01/2020


    • 22. Emotional Intelligence & Personality Profiles with (Ret.) Lt Col Megan Allison & Lt Col Brandie Jeffries - Part 1

      In today’s interview we discuss “Emotional Intelligence and Personality Profiles,” a topic sure to increase your emotional intelligence, intra and inter personnel communication skills, and ultimate leadership ability.

      This episode is Part 1 of a two-part interview with 2 guest experts, Lt Col Megan Allison, USAF Retired, and Lt Col Brandie Jeffries, USAF. In this episode, we discuss the importance of emotional intelligence (EI), ways to improve your EI, and the 16 Personalities Profile Assessment where we began discussion on the 4 pairs of opposites within the test.

      08/18/2020


    • 21. Space Law & the New U.S. Space Force with Lt Col James Gutzman

      In this episode, we interview Lt Col James Gutzman on Space Law and the new US Space Force which became an independent military branch in December of 2019. We explore the historical development of space law, the current space legal regime, private enterprise in space, and the challenges and opportunities in this rapidly evolving space domain.

      08/05/2020


    • 21. Space Law & the New U.S. Space Force with Lt Col James Gutzman

      In this episode, we interview Lt Col James Gutzman on space law and the new US Space Force which became an independent military branch in December of 2019. We explore the historical development of space law, the current space legal regime, private enterprise in space, and the challenges and opportunities in this rapidly evolving space domain.

      08/05/2020


    • 20. Defense Support to Civil Authorities & Domestic Operations with (Ret.) Lt Col R. Curtis McNeil – Part 2

      Welcome to the second part of a 2-part interview where we discuss Defense Support to Civil Authorities and Domestic Operations with Retired Lt Col R. Curtis McNeil. If you didn’t hear part 1, please do.

      In this part 2, we continue the interview and explore the innovative legal solutions forged by Lt Col McNeil and his team through Hurricane Dorian, and then he offers a vivid personal account of living through Hurricane Michael, in the Florida panhandle, as a victim – and his leadership lesson takeaways.

      07/23/2020


    • 19. Defense Support to Civil Authorities & Domestic Operations with (Ret.) Lt Col R. Curtis McNeil - Part 1

      This is part 1 of a 2-part interview on Defense Support to Civil Authorities & Domestic Operations with Retired Lt Col R. Curtis McNeil, the current Chief of Domestic Operations and Intelligence Law and First Air Force, Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida. If you have any interest in learning more about how the federal government supports local communities in times of emergency and natural disaster, this interview is for you!

      In this part 1 of the interview, we offer a behind-the-scenes... read more

      07/22/2020


    • 18. Leadership Through Disruptive Innovation with (Ret.) Lt Gen Paul K. Carlton Jr - Part 2

      This is Part 2 of the interview with Retired Lieutenant General Paul K. Calton, Jr., the former Surgeon General of the U.S. Air Force, and an 11,000 case surgeon with over 30 years of experience, on the topic, “Leadership Through Disruptive Innovation.”

      If you didn’t hear Part 1, please do. This part 2 picks up with Lieutenant General Carlton’s incredible account of 9/11 at the Pentagon, in which we left off with a Navy Seal there to assist in the midst of the inferno and chaos left in the wake of the plane crash.

      06/16/2020


    • 17. Leadership Through Disruptive Innovation with (Ret.) Lt Gen Paul K. Carlton Jr - Part 1

      This episode is the first part of the 2-part interview with Retired Lieutenant General Paul K. Carlton, Jr., the former Surgeon General of the U.S. Air Force, and an 11,000 case surgeon with over 30 years of experience, on the topic, “Leadership Through Disruptive Innovation.” This interview includes some fascinating accounts of when his leadership was challenged in extremely high stress situations and his innovative solutions – in the face of putting his career on the line and... read more

      06/15/2020


    • 16. Vietnam POW & Tap Code with (Ret.) Colonel Carlyle "Smitty" Harris - Part 2

      This episode is the second of a 2-part interview with Air Force Retired Colonel Carlyle “Smitty” Harris, a Vietnam War Veteran fighter pilot who was shot down on combat mission in his F-105 over North Vietnam on April 4, 1965. Col Harris was forced to bail out, captured by the North Vietnamese and became the 6th American POW where he spent the next 8 years in captivity with hundreds of other American POWs including John McCain and George “Bud” Day.

      If you didn’t listen to... read more

      05/26/2020


    • 15. Vietnam POW & Tap Code with (Ret.) Colonel Carlyle "Smitty" Harris - Part 1

      This episode is the first of a 2-part interview with Air Force Retired Colonel Carlyle “Smitty” Harris, a Vietnam War Veteran fighter pilot who was shot down on combat mission in his F-105 over North Vietnam on April 4, 1965. Col Harris was forced to bail out, captured by the North Vietnamese and became the 6th American POW where he spent the next 8 years in captivity with hundreds of other American POWs including John McCain and George “Bud” Day.

      Col Harris suffered through... read more

      05/25/2020


    • 14. How to Innovate with (Ret.) Colonel Bill DeMarco - Part 2

      This is part 2, of a two-part interview, where we discuss "How to Innovate" from both the Air Force level and personal level with Retired Colonel Bill DeMarco. If you didn't hear part 1, please do.

      In this part 2, we further explore innovation from a personal standpoint, including determining your innovative profile based on a 4-color quadrant model, the Innovative LifeCycle Curve, and some "innovative" leadership insights.

      Colonel DeMarco is a native of San Carlos, California and... read more

      02/28/2020


    • 13. How to Innovate with (Ret.) Colonel Bill DeMarco - Part 1

      This is part 1, of a two-part interview, where we discuss "How to Innovate" from both the Air Force level and personal level with Retired Colonel Bill DeMarco.

      Colonel DeMarco is a native of San Carlos, California and graduated from the Citadel in 1988 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration/Management and commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant. He is a command pilot with over 2,700 flying hours and his experiences include command at the squadron, group and regional levels. He... read more

      02/27/2020


    • 12. Exchange Officer Program with Major Chris Bailey

      In this episode, we discuss the Air Force JAG Corps Exchange Officer Program with Major Chris Bailey, the current Exchange Officer attached to the Royal Australian Air Force in Canberra Australia. As we’ve discussed in previous episodes, leadership and ambassadorship often go hand-in-hand, and in today’s interview, we explore Major Bailey’s unique position in ambassadorship, how he gained experience to prepare for the position, and how you can employ some of his lessons to become a... read more

      02/26/2020


    • 11. Career Path with Brigadier General Mark Maldonado - Part 2

      This is part 2, of a two-part interview, with Brigadier General Mark Maldonado on "Career Path." If you didn't hear part 1, please do.

      Brigadier General Maldonado is the current Commander for the District of Columbia Air National Guard, who also holds the remarkable achievement of attaining 3 Air Force Specialty Codes (AFSCs) through his career as a pilot, personnelist, and a judge advocate – a true “triple threat” one could say! And he’s here today to talk about his career path... read more

      02/25/2020


    • 10. Career Path with Brigadier General Mark Maldonado - Part 1

      This is part 1, of a two-part interview, with Brigadier General Mark Maldonado, the current Commander for the District of Columbia Air National Guard, who also holds the remarkable achievement of attaining 3 Air Force Specialty Codes (AFSCs) through his career as a pilot, personnelist, and a judge advocate – a true “triple threat” one could say! And he’s here today to talk about his career path – in that there is not necessarily a “normal” career path – from his humble... read more

      02/24/2020


    • 9. Effective Listening with (Ret.) Major Eric McGreevy

      In today’s episode we interview retired Major Eric McGreevy on "Effective Listening,” a topic rarely trained upon, generally misunderstood, but likely one of the most important skill sets in a leader’s toolbox.

      Major Eric McGreevy, US Air Force retired, is currently an Innovative Education Technologist at the Air Force Squadron Officer School where he is responsible for enhancing innovation and leadership at the School and also assists in their mixed reality leadership scenarios. ... read more

      02/23/2020


    • 13. How to Innovate with (Ret.) Colonel Bill DeMarco - Part 1

      This is part 1, of a two-part interview, where we discuss “How to Innovate” from the both the Air Force level and personal level with Retired Colonel Bill DeMarco.

      Colonel DeMarco is a native of San Carlos, California and graduated from the Citadel in 1988 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration/Management and commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant. He is a command pilot with over 2,700 flying hours and his experiences include command at the squadron, group and regional... read more

      02/22/2020


    • 8. JAG Successfully Argues before US Supreme Court with Captain Thomas Govan - Part 2

      This is Part 2 of the interview with Captain Thomas Govan on his experience in arguing before the U.S. Supreme Court in October 2018 in the case of Vernon Madison v. State of Alabama. If you didn’t hear Part 1, please do, where we discuss an overview of the case, how Captain Govan became involved and selected to present oral argument, and the preparation he took leading up to the day of oral argument.

      Summary

      In summary for the case of Madison v. State of Alabama:
      The US Supreme... read more

      02/22/2020


    • 14. How to Innovate with (Ret.) Colonel Bill DeMarco - Part 2

      This is part 2, of a two-part interview, where we discuss “How to Innovate” from both the Air Force level and personal level with Retired Colonel Bill DeMarco.

      If you didn't hear part 1, please do.

      Colonel DeMarco is a native of San Carlos, California and graduated from the Citadel in 1988 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration/Management and commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant. He is a command pilot with over 2,700 flying hours and his experiences include command at... read more

      02/22/2020


    • 7. JAG Successfully Argues before US Supreme Court with Captain Thomas Govan - Part 1

      In this episode, we interview Captain Thomas Govan on his experience in successfully arguing before the U.S. Supreme Court in October 2018 in the case of Vernon Madison v. State of Alabama where he argued on behalf of the State of Alabama. The case centered around whether the 8th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, barring cruel and unusual punishment, prohibits executing a person for a crime they do not remember.

      This episode is the first part of the 2-part interview. In this first... read more

      02/21/2020


    • 6. Law as an Instrument of National Power

      Interview-based podcast with leaders, innovators, and influencers on the law, leadership, and best practices of the day. We explore all areas of military legal practice, connecting the dots from the tactical to the strategic, and push the boundaries of innovation through the speed of relevance.

      01/07/2020


    • Air Force Judge Advocate Generals School Podcast - 6. Law as an Instrument of National Power

      Interview-based podcast with leaders, innovators, and influencers on the law, leadership, and best practices of the day. We explore all areas of military legal practice, connecting the dots from the tactical to the strategic, and push the boundaries of innovation through the speed of relevance.

      In this episode, we interview Colonel Jeremy Weber on "Law as an Instrument of National Power," and tackle the connection between the strategic and tactical levels on this topic. We also discuss the 2020 National Security Law writing competition, including eligibility, its new and shorter format, expanded cash prizes, and some tips on topic selection in writing.

      12/18/2019


    • 6. Law as an Instrument of National Power with Colonel Jeremy Weber

      In this episode, we interview Colonel Jeremy Weber on "Law as an Instrument of National Power," and tackle the connection between the strategic and tactical levels on this topic. We also discuss the 2020 National Security Law writing competition, including eligibility, its new and shorter format, expanded cash prizes, and some tips on topic selection and writing.

      12/02/2019


    • 5. Artificial Intelligence & Military Legal Practice with Colonel Frank Coppersmith - Part 2

      Today’s topic is the second part of a 2-part interview where we discuss “The Impact of AI on Military Legal Practice” with Col Frank Coppersmith. In the first part, we focused on Artificial Intelligence at-large including what some of the leading minds think about AI, it’s history and development, capabilities, and computing power, among other areas. In part 2 part, we hone in on AI’s role in military legal practice.

      Col Coppersmith, is a Category B Reservist attached to the Staff Judge Advocate, US Cyber Command. He is also the current CEO of Smarter Reality, a software consulting and development company.

      11/22/2019


    • 4. Artificial Intelligence & Military Legal Practice with Colonel Frank Coppersmith - Part 1

      Today’s topic is the first part of a 2-part interview where we discuss “The Impact of AI on Military Legal Practice” with Col Frank Coppersmith. This first episode focuses on Artificial Intelligence at-large including what some of the leading minds think about AI, it’s history and development, capabilities, and computing power, among other areas. In part 2, we hone in on AI’s role in military legal practice.

      Col Coppersmith, is a Category B Reservist attached to the Staff Judge Advocate, US Cyber Command. He is also the current CEO of Smarter Reality, a software consulting and development company.

      11/21/2019


    • 3. 10 Leadership Legacy Lessons with Colonel Cynthia Kearley - Part 2

      This is the second part, of a two-part interview, where we interview Colonel Cynthia Kearley on "10 Leadership Legacy Lessons." These leadership lessons were built upon a heritage experience where Col Kearley interviewed the late Brigadier General Chester Taylor, who was a pioneer in the Air Force JAG Corps.

      The 10 lessons include:

      1.Be Proactive
      2.Value the Humble Job
      3.Appearance Matters
      4.Practice Ambassadorship
      5.Be Relatable
      6.Show Interest in Your Subordinates
      7.Confidence is Gained Through Meeting Challenges
      8.Take the Ball and Run with It
      9.Have Compassion and Gratitude
      10.Leave a Legacy.

      We cover lessons 6-10 in this part 2 of the interview.

      11/20/2019


    • 2. 10 Leadership Legacy Lessons with Colonel Cynthia Kearley - Part 1

      This is the first part, of a two-part interview, where we interview Colonel Cynthia Kearley on "10 Leadership Legacy Lessons." These leadership lessons were built upon a heritage experience where Col Kearley interviewed the late Brigadier General Chester Taylor, who was a pioneer in the Air Force JAG Corps.

      The 10 lessons include:

      1.Be Proactive
      2.Value the Humble Job
      3.Appearance Matters
      4.Practice Ambassadorship
      5.Be Relatable
      6.Show Interest in Your Subordinates
      7.Confidence is Gained Through Meeting Challenges
      8.Take the Ball and Run with It
      9.Have Compassion and Gratitude
      10.Leave a Legacy.

      We cover the first 5 leadership legacy lessons in this part 1 of the interview.

      11/19/2019


    • 1. Leadership with (Ret.) Brigadier General Patrick Mordente

      Welcome to the first episode of our podcast! This is an interview-based podcast with leaders, innovators, and influencers on the law, leadership, and best practices of the day.

      In this episode, we discuss “leadership” with retired Brigadier General Patrick Mordente.

      Brigadier General Mordente is a 29-year veteran of the U.S. Air Force and a combat pilot with over 2,700 hours of flying time in the T-37, T-38, and C-130 aircraft. He graduated from the Air Force Academy in 1987 and... read more

      11/18/2019