[Previously Culture by Design] The leader is the #1 factor in determining organizational success. If you want to become an effective leader, you have three objectives: First, learn to lead yourself. Then, learn how to unlock the full potential of your team. Finally, build a business where culture is your competitive advantage and innovation is the status quo.
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My name is Erik Fleming. I am an African American native of Chicago. I have had the privilege of being an elected official in the Deep South. Therefore I created this podcast to express my unique take on politics, as well as encouraging black excellence in leadership. This podcast was a 2021 Black Podcasting Awards Nominee for Best Black Political Podcast and with your support, this podcast will continue to be an uplifting experience and a strong voice in our American political discourse. Su ...
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Welcome to WarDocs! This is a podcast developed and hosted by 3 Army surgeons, Doug, Wayne and Kevin who all possess a passion to honor the legacy and preserve the oral history of Military Medicine and get the amazing stories of these healthcare heroes to our listeners. We will take a behind the scenes look into unique opportunities and experiences told firsthand from current and former military medical professionals and provide interesting and informative content about the mission, history, ...
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HR Studio Podcast is dedicated to sharing the leadership journeys of HR executives, keynotes speakers and industry trend spotters. Presented in an interview format, these stories showcase career paths and career successes, as well as lessons learned, for the benefit of the next generation of HR Leaders.
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From POW to Lifelong Friend: A Desert Storm Reunion – MG(R) Mudhafer Habboush, an Iraqi Physician and BG(R) Rhonda Cornum, MD
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Join us for an extraordinary episode of War Docs as we reunite Iraqi physician, MG(R) Dr. Mudhafar Habboush and US Army BG(R) Rhonda Cornum MD. This heartfelt chapter explores their initial meeting during Operation Desert Storm when Dr. Cornum, then a POW, received life-saving care from Dr. Habboush in Baghdad. Dr. Cornum shares her harrowing yet i…
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Psychological Safety: The Collective EQ of a Team
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Psychological safety is the collective emotional intelligence of a team. This relationship between emotional intelligence and psychological safety is the anatomy of culture in an organization, and both should be at the foundation of all development efforts. In this episode, hosts Tim and Junior share what they’ve learned after years of programming …
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Being Muslim Today & Platform of Hope Featuring Saqib Qureshi and Timothy Bult
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In this episode, Saqib Qureshi, author of Being Muslim Today, talks about the challenges in the Muslim community and Timothy Bult, author of Platform of Hope, offers suggestions to the most controversial political issues of the day.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik-fleming1/support…
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Abraham Boxx’s Remarkable Journey from Rural Australia to Combat Flight Paramedic and Critical Care Nurse in the US Army National Guard
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Join us on this captivating episode of War Docs as we welcome Abraham “Boxxy” Boxx, a critical care nurse and former Army National Guard flight paramedic, who shares his incredible journey from rural New South Wales, Australia, to becoming a combat medic in the Australian Defense Forces. Listen in as Boxxy recounts his early inspirations, such as t…
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EQ & Social Regard: Do you actually care about your team?
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As leaders, we need to develop the type of intent necessary to have healthy influence. We need to ask ourselves the question: Do I actually care about my team? And if so, is that evident in my behavior, values, and interactions? If we don't account for the fundamental beliefs a person has about themselves and others, we can easily promote, support,…
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Operational Medicine in the Modern Era: A Strategic Evolution with Maj Gen Tom Harrell, USAF, MC, CFA
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Join us for a riveting conversation with Maj. Gen. Tom Harrell as we explore the modernization and evolution of military medicine in an era of peer competition. General Harrell shares his insights on how military healthcare systems must adapt by rethinking doctrines and drawing from historical lessons of large-scale conflicts, such as World War II.…
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Could this be our last 4th of July? Let’s have a “throwback style” episode and discuss.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik-fleming1/support
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Insights into Military Health System Modernization with Dr. Michael Malanoski, Deputy Director of the DHA
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Join us as retired US Navy Captain Dr. Michael Malanoski, now serving as the Deputy Director of the Defense Health Agency (DHA), shares his extensive insights into the evolution of the DHA and its critical role in stabilizing and modernizing the Military Health System (MHS). With over four decades of distinguished service, Dr. Malanoski offers a un…
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Humans in the workplace engage in millions of daily interactions. Some are effective, and some, well, aren’t. Your emotional intelligence (EQ) determines your ability to interact effectively with other humans. It’s your delivery system through which you share your knowledge, experience, and skills with others. If your delivery system is broken or i…
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A Purveyor of Manifestation Featuring Dethra Giles
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In this episode, Dethra Giles, CEO of ExecuPrep, talks about the intersectionality of leadership in the political and corporate arenas. Then, I give a report after attending an event to sway Black voters to support Republicans.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik-fleming1/support…
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Battlefield Bacteria: Combating Resistant Pseudomonas Infections-MILITARY MEDICINE Article of the Year. MAJ Mary B. Ford, MD
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Join us on War Docs as we welcome Army Physician MAJ Mary Ford, an infectious disease specialist and lead author of the acclaimed Military Medicine Journal's article of the year: Clinical Characteristics and Resistance Patterns of Pseudomonas aeruginosa Isolated From Combat Casualties https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34196358/ Listen in as MAJ Ford …
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Exploring Maritime Operational Medicine| CAPT Lynelle Boamah, MD
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Join us for a compelling episode of WarDocs as we explore the innovative strides in military medicine with CAPT Lynelle Boamah, the Director of Maritime Operations for BUMED. CAPT Boamah shares her extensive experience overseeing force generation and sustainment for expeditionary medicine platforms, providing crucial medical care in air, land, sea,…
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The Experience Leader: How to Outpace Commoditization in the 21st Century
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Are you paying attention to the rate at which your skills as a leader are being commoditized? In this episode of The Leader Factor, hosts Tim and Junior put a new spin on Joseph Pine's 1998 article, The Experience Economy. They draw parallels between an economy's differentiation and commoditization cycle and how a leader's skills can become commodi…
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10 Commandments & Chocolate City Tour
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In this HOT MIC episode, I express my opinion on the 10 Commandments requirement in Louisiana and the Chocolate City Tour of Donald Trump.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik-fleming1/support
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Enhancing Battlefield Readiness and Medical Team Integration in Military Healthcare: CSM Timothy Sprunger
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Join us on this captivating episode of War Docs as we welcome Command Sergeant Major Timothy Sprunger, the US Army MEDCOM Command Sergeant Major, and Senior Advisor to the Army Surgeon General. Listen in as CSM Sprunger shares his extraordinary journey from a retail worker to a top leader in military medicine, inspired by his father's career as a f…
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Ten Good Minutes on Leadership: Successfully Accomplish the Mission AND Take Care of Our People- Good Leaders Do Both- MG(R) Jeffrey Clark, MD
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Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Sean Murphy, MD, sits down with MG(R) Jeff Clark, MD, who is a proven leader, to discuss the complexities of leadership in military medicine. With 35 years of distinguished service, including his tenure as US Army Medical Command Deputy Commander for Operations and Defense Health Agency Director of Healthcare Operations, Dr. Clark …
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A Legacy of Leadership: A Tribute to the Inspiring Journey of BG(R) Norvell “Van” Coots, MD
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In this heartfelt episode of War Docs, we pay tribute to BG(R) Norvell “Van” Coots, MD, who tragically passed away on June 12, 2024. Van was a loving and devoted father and husband, a cherished friend, a colleague, and a dedicated soldier medic. Throughout his nearly three-decade career, he exemplified core values such as loyalty, duty, respect, se…
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Can you be candid about change at work? Challenger safety satisfies the basic human need to make things better. It allows us to feel safe to challenge the status quo without retaliation or the risk of damaging our personal standing or reputation. As the highest level of psychological safety, it matches the increased vulnerability and personal risk …
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Decolonizing Wealth Featuring Edgar Villanueva
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In this episode, Edgar Villanueva, CEO of Decolonizing Wealth Project, talks about the importance of implementing a decolonizing philosophy in corporate and charitable giving. Then, I make a pitch to my listeners for their assistance in manifesting a major achievement/opportunity for the podcast.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.…
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Life, Learning, and Surgery on the High Seas: Insights into Navy Medicine with CAPT Matthew Tadlock, MD, FACS
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Join us on War Docs as we sit down with Navy CAPT Matthew Tadlock, a trauma surgeon with a remarkable journey through Navy medicine. Listen in as CAPT Tadlock recounts his entry into Navy medicine via the Health Professions Scholarship Program, his time as a flight surgeon aboard the USS Carl Vinson during Operation Enduring Freedom, and his amusin…
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Can you create value for your team? Contributor safety satisfies the basic human need to make a difference and offer meaningful contributions. When we create contributor safety for others, we empower them with autonomy, guidance, and encouragement in exchange for effort and results. Listen in as hosts Tim and Junior discuss how to build Stage 3: Co…
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Strategic Casemaking & Saving Our Ancestors’ Legacy Featuring Dr. Tiffany Manuel and Rachael Keri Williams
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In this episode, Dr. Tiffany Manuel, President/CEO of TheCaseMade, explains the concept of strategic casemaking and its impact on social change. Then, Rachael Keri Williams, Executive Director of SOAL: Saving Our Ancestors’ Legacy, talks about her journey towards preserving Lincoln Cemetery in Harrisburg, PA and the movement toward restoring Black …
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Journey of a War Zone Surgeon and Beyond: Blending AI and Compassionate Human Care with CAPT(Ret.) Hassan Tetteh, MD
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Join us on War Docs as we sit down with the remarkable Dr. Hassan Tetteh, a retired Navy Captain and esteemed cardiothoracic surgeon, whose roots as a Brooklyn-born son of West African immigrants shaped his extraordinary path in military medicine. Listen in as Dr. Tetteh recounts his initial draw to the military, influenced by Junior ROTC, and how …
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We can either cultivate or crush, nurture or neglect, stimulate or stifle learner safety, the second stage of The 4 Stages of Psychological Safety. When we have learner safety we feel safe as we ask questions, give and receive feedback, experiment, and admit when we don’t know. As the highest form of enterprise risk management, learner safety opens…
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The Golden Brain & Civic Leadership/Engagement Featuring Sabrina Clarke and Dr. Agatha Caraballo
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In this episode, Sabrina Clarke, The Golden Brain Entrepreneur, explains the challenges of being a female entrepreneur, British politics, and the similar struggles of Africans in the UK. Then, Dr. Agatha Caraballo, Founding Director of the Maurice A. Ferré Institute for Civic Leadership, talks about the work of the institute and the importance of c…
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Combat Casualty Care: A Navy Physician's Warzone Journey- Donnelly Wilkes, MD
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Join us as we welcome Dr. Donnelly Wilkes, a family physician and former Navy doctor whose story takes us from medical school halls to Fallujah's intense battlegrounds. Listen in as Dr. Wilkes recounts how the tragic events of 9/11 pivoted his career from a peaceful Navy service to the adrenaline-charged life of combat medicine alongside the Marine…
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This episode is the first in a four-part series on How to Build The 4 Stages of Psychological Safety. Listen in as hosts Junior and Timothy R. Clark, author of The 4 Stages of Psychological Safety book, share in-depth insights into the thinking behind the 4 Stages framework. The episode covers the history behind psychological safety as a concept, w…
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Hip-Hop Feminism Featuring Dr. Dawn Hicks Tafari
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In this episode, Dr. Dawn Hicks Tafari, Associate Professor at Winston-Salem State University, defines hip-hop feminism and promotes her book, The Journey of Kamau Miller. Then, I offer my opinion about the lack of integrity, honesty, and courage exhibited by Republican leaders. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik…
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Healing Warriors: Journey of a Military Vascular Surgeon- Niten Singh, MD, FACS
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Join us as we speak with Dr. Niten Singh, a respected vascular surgeon and director at the University of Washington, who shares his remarkable journey from the child of immigrants to a distinguished figure in military medicine. Listen in as Dr. Singh reflects on the influence of his late father's values and the pragmatic benefits of attending the U…
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Micro-coaching Pt. 3: The Coaching and Accountability Matrix
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In this final episode of the Micro-coaching and Accountability series, Tim and Junior take the previous two frameworks, The Coaching Continuum and The Three Levels of Accountability, and put them together into the ultimate diagnostic tool for leaders. Think of this matrix as a model to operationalize coaching on a dynamic team. Your objective? To m…
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Modern Marianismo Featuring Dr. Damary Bonilla-Rodriguez
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In this episode, Dr. Damary Bonilla-Rodriguez explains the concept of her new book, Modern Marianismo, and why it is important for Latina leadership to be recognized. Then, I offer my opinion about presidential debates and attendance at a criminal trial to audition for a job.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik-fle…
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Forging a Future in Military Medicine and Beyond- Army 2LT Ryan Leone, HPSP Scholarship Student
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Join us as we welcome Army 2LT Ryan Leone, a dedicated Columbia medical student and WarDocs Ambassador. Ryan shares a fascinating look into his path to military medicine, a journey that began outside the traditional military family sphere. His experiences, from the Boy Scouts to the American Legion, and his discovery of the Health Professions Schol…
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Micro-coaching Pt. 2: The 3 Levels of Accountability
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Accountability means being answerable for performance. The scope and levels to which we are held accountable vary based on role, willingness, skill, and need. But we can all agree that organizations function based on shared accountability. This means that as teams increase their capacity for accountability, organizational function will also increas…
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RaveVenn & You Talk, I Listen, We Do! Featuring Bridgette Washington and Ty Pinkins
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In this episode, Bridgette Washington, Founder/CEO of RaveVenn App, discusses how her app will better inform young Americans about the political process, and Ty Pinkins, the Democratic Nominee for the United States Senate in Mississippi, talks about his campaign efforts.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik-fleming1…
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Journey Through Military Medicine: COL(R) Dr. Peter Tan's Story of Service and Leadership
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Join us as we speak with retired Colonel Dr. Peter Tan, an esteemed oral maxillofacial surgeon and Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army, to explore his remarkable journey through military medicine. Dr. Tan offers a personal narrative that captures the essence of his family's military legacy and how it shaped his career path, from his early ed…
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Micro-coaching Pt. 1: The Coaching Continuum
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In this first episode of a 3-part series on Micro-coaching and Accountability, Tim and Junior introduce us to The Coaching Continuum, a framework that can be used to identify coaching patterns in leaders. It runs from “Tell” on one side to “Ask” on the other. A leader has one primary objective: To expand the capabilities of the people they lead by …
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Faith in Public Life Action Featuring Jeanné Lewis
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In this episode, Jeanné Lewis, interim CEO of Faith in Public Life, explains the mission of the organization and the importance of establishing a community of belonging. Then, I conclude with why it is imperative for all of us to be centered in moral responsibility.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik-fleming1/supp…
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This week, we're talking about intelligence. Most people have a view of intelligence that's not just wrong, but damaging. Our conception of intelligence affects our goal choice and the intensity of our efforts. It affects how we perceive ourselves and our potential. In the episode, Tim and Junior discuss how intelligence is more like athleticism. T…
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Marty’s Crystal Ball & The Epitome of Black Excellence Featuring Marty Davis and MiDian Holmes
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In this episode, former news anchor and print journalist Marty Davis looks into her crystal ball to see, and assess, what’s happening in our political world. Then, MiDian Holmes, Founder/CEO of The Epitome of Black Excellence & Partnership, updates us on the seeking of justice for Elijah McClain, as well as the work she is doing in the Denver, Colo…
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The Resilience Cycle: Disturbance, Adaptation, and Recovery
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This week, Tim and Junior outline the resilience cycle, which, similar to patterns we see in ecology, consists of disturbance, adaptation, and recovery. They share 5 practical ways to become more resilient as a leader, including spreading out, leaning on positive emotions, developing effective coping mechanisms, adopting a growth mindset, and seeki…
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Smart Approaches & From Intention To Impact Featuring Kevin A. Sabet, Ph.D. and Malia C. Lazu
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In this episode, Kevin A. Sabet, Ph.D., President/CEO of Smart Approaches to Marijuana, talks about his concerns over the legalization of marijuana in America and Malia C. Lazu, DEI consultant and author of From Intention to Impact, explains how Corporate America can successfully commit to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.--- Support t…
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United Front: The Crucial Role of Military-Civilian Partnerships in Trauma Medicine- Peggy Knudson, MD FACS
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Step into the world of military and civilian medical excellence as we share the stage with Dr. Peggy Knudsen, a leading trauma surgeon whose work bridges these two critical spheres. Her journey from a Minnesota mining town to the front lines of trauma surgery reveals the profound impact of military-civilian partnerships in healthcare. Through stori…
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A Surgeon's Story: COL(R) Norman M. Rich, MD, FACS and the Evolution of Battlefield Vascular Surgery
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Join us on WarDocs as we chat with the legend himself, Dr. Norman Rich, who pioneered the field of military vascular surgery. We journey through his life and career, from his humble beginnings in a small Arizona copper mining town to becoming an international authority in his field. Listen as Dr. Rich discusses his groundbreaking work in Vietnam, h…
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This week, our hosts navigate through an extensive amount of research literature to come to some conclusions on self-esteem and how to approach it. When we rely on external factors to determine our self-esteem, we open ourselves up to dangerous perspectives. This kind of contingent self-esteem can lead to chronic insecurity in leaders, which gets i…
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All Bleeding Stops & Paper Soldiers Featuring Stephen M. Cohn, M.D. and Saleha Mohsin
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In this episode, Stephen M. Cohn, Trauma Surgeon and author of All Bleeding Stops, talks about the state of trauma care in America and Saleha Mohsin, Senior Washington Correspondent for Bloomberg News and author of Paper Soldiers, explains how the US Dollar has been weaponized in international policy. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.sp…
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Pioneering Pre-Hospital Blood Transfusion in Trauma and Combat Care: Randi Schaefer, DNP, RN, ACNS-BS
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Embark on a journey to the front lines of military medicine with our esteemed guest, retired Army Lieutenant Colonel Dr. Randi Schaefer. With her wealth of experience, Dr. Schaefer takes us through the intense world of emergency trauma care and her personal evolution from a college student to an accomplished military nurse and emergency medicine ex…
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Have you ever thought about leadership as an invitation? If your goal is to improve and make a positive impact, then leadership will be an inevitable part of your journey. The job to be done, then, is to recognize and accept the invitations that come your way. These could be invitations to grow, help others, or even sometimes, to fail. Tim and Juni…
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Resilience & Empowerment Featuring Evelyn LaChappelle and Dr. C. Nicole Mason
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In this episode, Evelyn LaChappelle, founder of The Weed Lady Gift Shop/lifestyle brand, talks about her mission to be a successful entrepreneur and an advocate for the formerly incarcerated. Then, Dr. C. Nicole Mason, founder of Future Forward Women, discusses the importance, and challenges, of empowering women in America.--- Support this podcast:…
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Leading with Grace in Military Medicine: Air Force CMSgt Tanya Y. Johnson
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Embark on an unforgettable exploration of leadership and resilience with CMSgt Tanya Y. Johnson, the influential senior enlisted leader for the Defense Health Agency. With a legacy steeped in military healthcare and wisdom to impart, Chief Johnson unwraps the layers of her journey, from her roots in an Air Force medic family to her strategic prowes…
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This week, Tim and Junior are talking about the importance of doing the little things for a long time. Why? Because leaders sweat the small stuff. They know that over time, focusing on the little things plays a key part in sustaining goals, maintaining a sense of control, building momentum, and recognizing improvement. Takeaways The compound effect…
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