Best Koreanadoptee Podcasts (2024)

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Season 7, Episode 16: Yukyeong Kim and Banet 1:17:04

6h ago1:17:04

1:17:04

Leader Yukyeong Kim and her group of neighbors and friends in Korea have been quietly and determinedly helping adoptees search for their biological family since 2018. I sit down with Kim to find out more about how the group got started and how their willingness to make a simple phone call has often times had surprising results.…

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#84 - I'm Retired - what now? 14:56

1h ago14:56

14:56

#84 - I'm Retired - what now? This short episode shares the first year of being fully retired and what I came up with to fill my time. From renovating my condo, planning trips, and finding new hobbies, it seemed like a great plan. Photos related to this episode are posted on Instagram Spike!'s email is: spike.podcast@csjin.net (would love to hear f…

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#83-2 - Mom's Birthday 11:16

7d ago11:16

11:16

#83-2 - Mom's Birthday. This second intermission is done because I'm in the middle of a remodel project, taking time from doing the regular podcast. Today was Mom's birthday and this intermission episode shares some stories and how I'm memorializing her work in animal husbandry. Please consider giving to this endowment with this link: https://givin…

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Season 7, Episode 15: JaeHee Chung-Sherman - You Don't Have to Be Resilient 1:29:54

20d ago1:29:54

1:29:54

Dr. JaeHee Chung-Sherman, DSW, LCSW, has centered her practice and research on decolonizing adoption and mental health for transracial and international adoptees. A transracial, transnational adoptee herself, Chung-Sherman, 47, has been among the first co-hort of TRIA therapists to do this work. She talks about narcissistic colonial adopt systems, …

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#83-1 - Intermission, Adventures in Costa Rica 10:53

14d ago10:53

10:53

#83-1 Intermission, Adventures in Costa Rica. This episode is an intermission as I'm traveling this week. It shares some adventures on two adrenaline activities (for me at least) and the challenges that ensued. I hope you enjoy as I think they will put a smile on your face. Photos related to this episode are posted on Instagram Spike!'s email is: s…

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#83 - I'm on the Cover & the Last Purple Rain 22:52

21d ago22:52

22:52

#83 - I'm on the Cover & the Last Purple Rain. This episode shares some great awards and recognition for FDIC's Corporate University. In addition, I visit Winter from "Dolphin Tail" and sum up the last years of purple rain in a way to hopefully help others think about their own challenges. Photos related to this episode are posted on Instagram Spik…

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Season 7, Episode 14: Leading an Adoptee Organization 47:06

26d ago47:06

47:06

Mia Quade Kristensen, 46, and Jannie Jung Westermann, 45, are on the board of the 34-year old Danish Korean adoptee organization, Korea Klubben. They will share about their own search and reunion stories, including one of them being in reunion with her Korean family for more than two decades. The women will also share about their community in Denma…

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#82-1 Intermission 4:02

29d ago4:02

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#82-1 Intermission - this isn't a regular episode this week and provide a thoughtful reflection and will be back next week. Share this short intermission if you know of someone who needs a boost. Maybe a challenging conversation is needed or is just working through life. #communications #story #life #asianamericans #lgbt Photos related to this epis…

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#82 - Jumping off a Mountain & Preparing the FDIC Future 21:56

1M ago21:56

21:56

#82 - Jumping off a Mountain & Preparing the FDIC Future. This episode shares my experience participating in the NYC Biker 5 and the eventual abseiling off Table Mountain in South Africa. It ends with how we prepared the FDIC and the senior most leaders of the nation for future financial crisis' earning platitudes and more importantly, making a dif…

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Season 7, Episode 13: Adoptee Consciousness Model 1:21:42

2M ago1:21:42

1:21:42

I talk with Dr. JaeRan Kim and PhD student Grace Newton about the Adoptee Consciousness Model - a framework for understanding adoptee awareness of the impact of adoption. Together with Dr. Susan Branco (not featured), the model is now being discussed and critiqued in academic and adoptee communities. Kim, 55, and Newton, 29, also talk about their e…

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#81 - Portugal & E-Biking 27:25

1M ago27:25

27:25

#81 - Portugal & E-Biking. This episode starts with some leadership programs we integrated into the leadership program at the FDIC with solid success and what I try to continue to use to this day. A trip to Lisbon and learning about eBikes with eBike recommendations. It's fun. Announcing a new endowment at the University of Maryland College Park in…

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#80 - Bank Crisis & Just a Birthday Card 19:38

2M ago19:38

19:38

#80 - Bank Crisis & Just a Birthday Card. This episode shares the ramp up to the financial crisis of 2009-2011; the enhancement and results of the FDIC leadership program, and some unique cultural nuances. Photos related to this episode are posted on Instagram Spike!'s email is: spike.podcast@csjin.net (would love to hear from you). Thank you for l…

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Season 7 Episode 12: Thomas Haessly and the Imposter Within 1:21:41

2M ago1:21:41

1:21:41

Thomas Haessly, 40, has felt like an outsider ever since he can remember. Adopted from Korea by a Danish mother and American father to Racine, Wisconsin, Haessly recalls feeling like an imposter within his family, of not quite fitting in, and again as an adult at Korean grocery stores and parenting his own children. Haessly’s sister, Mia, also an a…

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#79 - Travel Tips & Hey Mini, Let me Charge the Purchase! 24:11

2M ago24:11

24:11

#79 - Travel Tips & Hey Mini, Let me Charge the Purchase! Great news; we added one more country, Israel bringing us up to 49 and one more state FINALLY - Wyoming, so four more states to go. This week’s episode takes a little tangent sharing my top 5 travel tips; best places I’ve been; the challenges of getting care at the VA; and what happens when …

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#78 - The Terwilliger Board Room and Bucking Advice 24:54

2M ago24:54

24:54

#78 - The Terwilliger Board Room and Bucking Advice. This episode shares my interest and growth of my philanthropy; the identification of an immediate budget need to expand Corporate University in Dallas against all odds; and building our brand outside the FDIC. Photos related to this episode are posted on Instagram Spike!'s email is: spike.podcast…

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Rachel Forbes and the 4Fs (of Survival and Trauma Responses) 48:41

3M ago48:41

48:41

Rachel Forbes, LCSW, is a Korean-American adoptee with a psychotherapy practice in Connecticut where she specializes in transracial adoption and trauma-informed care. She is also an educator who speaks about trauma, attachment and healing within the adoption constellation. Forbes, 34, talks about the 4Fs regarding emotion disregulation and provides…

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#77 -17 Years and 10 Years! 28:37

2M ago28:37

28:37

#77 -17 Years and 10 Years!. By chance this episode is being published on the 17th anniversary of my retirement of the the Air Force and not far off from 10 years retiring from the FDIC. Kinda cool this episode landed on this date. This episode includes an unexpected promotion as an adjunct professor, navigating through the Veterans Affairs process…

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#76 - A New Home & A New Job 21:32

3M ago21:32

21:32

#76 - A New Home & A New Job. This episode takes me through moving into my new condo and the process that unfolded ahead of taking a new job at the FDIC as Chief Learning Officer and Director of Corporate University. Photos related to this episode are posted on Instagram Spike!'s email is: spike.podcast@csjin.net (would love to hear from you). Than…

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Season 7, Episode 10: Marissa Lichwick and Her Ghosts 1:04:48

3M ago1:04:48

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Marissa Lichwick, 46, is a Korean adoptee and filmmaker, playwright and actor. She is using her past pain and trauma surrounding her family separation, abuse in the orphanage and in her father and stepmother's home and the haunting loss of a half-sister she's never met in her art, to process the events of her life and to encourage healing and commu…

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#75 - A Little Different Episode 10:42

3M ago10:42

10:42

#75 - A Little Different Episode. This episode is a bit of a tangent due to being away and providing a 10,000 foot view of the News Isn't Funny...until it is podcast rather than being absent this week. There is an intersection with this podcast. Photos related to this episode are posted on Instagram Spike!'s email is: spike.podcast@csjin.net (would…

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#74 - So Long USAF & Hope this Condo Sells! 22:15

3M ago22:15

22:15

#74 - So Long USAF & Hope this Condo Sells! After 28 years in the Air Force, the adventure comes to an end, alas, not without a hiccup. Moving from the military and the labyrinth that is the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is a challenge. Next is looking at options if I decide to work in a post-retirement world and that is an adventure all to i…

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Season 7, Episode 9: Sara Docan-Morgan and Being In-Reunion 1:09:04

3M ago1:09:04

1:09:04

Sara Docan-Morgan, PhD, 44, is a Korean adoptee and communications professor in Wisconsin. She's also the youngest child in her Korean biological family, with whom she reunited with many years ago. Her research has focussed on experiences of Korean adoptees and their families, and this month she is out with a new book, "In Reunion: Transnational Ko…

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#73 - A Diagnosis & I know How Old You Are 25:06

3M ago25:06

25:06

#73 - A Diagnosis & I know How Old You Are. We kick off the year with when I officially learn how all the purple rain impacted me, with quite a bit of angst as a residual impact from my time at Malmstrom. There are some fits and starts with my condo and yet, they work out for the best. Another bike accident and a new friend figures out my "real" ag…

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Season 7, Episode 8: Mia Haessly is Coexisting with Biological and Adoptive Family 1:09:33

4M ago1:09:33

1:09:33

Mia Haessly, 44, is a working mother and adopted Korean-American who has reunited with her Korean biological father. And while introducing her family to him and seeing her children connect with Korea in a way she never had has been meaningful, the reunion has presented new challenges. Besides the language and cultural barriers, there is the physica…

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#72 - The Trip to Ukraine & a Big Decision 22:43

4M ago22:43

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#72 - The Trip to Ukraine & a Big Decision. This episode shares how our trip to Ukraine in 2005 likely helped with the current war and a big decision is made professionally. I find a new condominium as my permanent home and a unique way to pay for it. This is the final episode of the year and #73 will be released in January 2024! Thank you for list…

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#71 - We Speak German Here, Biking!! & The Taj 26:34

4M ago26:34

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#71 - We Speak German Here, Biking!! & The Taj. This episode includes official duty trips on behalf of the National Defense University to Switzerland, Bulgaria and India. I start biking to work to save money on gas and turns into a renewed passion. The trip to India included a side trip with the delegation to the Taj Mahal, an experience of a lifet…

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Season 7, Episode 7: Helen Noh, From Adoption Worker to Critic in South Korea 1:33:05

4M ago1:33:05

1:33:05

Helen Noh, PhD., is retiring next year after four decades working in child welfare in Korea, first as an adoption social worker to now a professor of social work, training generations of students to make an imprint on improving the lives of children and families. Noh, 64, has become a leading academic voice in Korea on changing policies regarding a…

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#70 - Lunch at the Beach & Back to Korea 25:37

4M ago25:37

25:37

#70 - Lunch at the Beach & Back to Korea. This episode continues the journey at the National Defense University assignment. Starting out with my experience with teaching online in the PhD program at UMUC, making progress at NDU and our Institutional Research and Academic Affairs Office, I also go on some early trips to Hawaii and back to Korea as a…

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#69 - Thanksgivings of Yesteryear 15:02

5M ago15:02

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#69 - Thanksgivings of Yesteryear. This episode shares some Thanksgivings from the farm forward and a movie and a song that, for me, kick off the holiday season. The holiday season is full of wonder, joy, and excitement with family and friends. At the same time, for those who may have lost a loved one or friend this year or other years; the season …

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Season 7, Episode 5: Robert Holloway and Menzeba Hasati Are Children of an Adoptee 1:13:36

5M ago1:13:36

1:13:36

Robert Holloway, 34, and Menzeba Hasati, 40, are siblings who are adult children of a Black Korean adoptee. Their mother is a first-wave adoptee, whose mother was Korean and father an American G.I. She was adopted to Alaska in the 1960s by a Black couple. Her children forged their own identities; one in spite of their mother's strong influence towa…

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#68 - Quick Look at FDIC & No Nuns Singing in the Hills 22:27

5M ago22:27

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#68 - Quick Look at FDIC & No Nuns Singing in the Hills. This episode shares a quick perspective on the headlines made at the FDIC. Then, the journey continues at NDU and my first trip to Vienna and the kindness of a woman on the train. I also start a new part-time job to keep me busy. This episode is dedicated to the Austrian woman who was so kind…

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#67 - A Special Passport and the Billy Goat Trail 24:45

5M ago24:45

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#67 - A Special Passport and the Billy Goat Trail. This episode returns to the assignment at the National Defense University and the areas of responsibility. In addition include stories about adventures in the DC Metro area. Photos related to this episode are posted on Instagram Spike!'s email is: spike.podcast@csjin.net (would love to hear from yo…

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Season 7, Episode 5: Matthew Rodriguez and Fact Versus Fiction 1:25:08

5M ago1:25:08

1:25:08

Korean adoptee Matthew Rodriguez, 43, is trying to make sense of his adoption story. For years, it's been clouded by stories told to him and those he told himself, even if they weren't accurate. It was a means to survive. But Rodriguez, whose adoptive parents are white and Mexican American, has his own memories. And now in his 40s, he's learning ho…

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#66 - Welcome Princess Kona! 17:09

5M ago17:09

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#66 - Welcome Princess Kona! This episode is a little different. As I was out of town for half of the week, this is a tangent off my journey, jumping ahead the Princess Kona! being adopted. It's been just shy of our first year. I hope you enjoy this special episode. Photos related to this episode are posted on Instagram Spike!'s email is: spike.pod…

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#65 - New Assignment & A Promotion! 22:06

6M ago22:06

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#65 - New Assignment & A Promotion! This episode completes the time at Malmstrom AFB and moving on to a new and exciting assignment at the National Defense University in Washington DC. It provides a lay of the land as a foundation for the next couple of episodes. In addition, I finally get to pin on lieutenant colonel and have the time to do more t…

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Season 7, Episode 4: Jenna Antoniewicz is Ready 1:30:40

6M ago1:30:40

1:30:40

Korean adoptee Jenna Antoniewicz, 40, has been on a whirlwind over the past 24 months since beginning to reckon her adoption history and adoptee identity. While a mayor of a town in Pennsylvania, she found herself speaking for Asian America during the coronavirus pandemic about anti-Asian hate. But it triggered an imposter syndrome for Antoniewicz,…

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#64 - Challenges & So Long Malmstrom 25:43

6M ago25:43

25:43

EP#64 - Challenges & So Long Malmstrom. First, a very important caution on the content of this episode. This episode has challenging content and some may find difficult. It is not appropriate for listeners under the age of 18. PSA: There is help to prevent suicide and or suicide ideation through local and national resources as well as immediate ass…

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#63 - 9-11 From Montana 27:15

6M ago27:15

27:15

#63 - 9-11 From Montana. This episode provides the perspective of the effect of 9-11 from Malmstrom AFB and a look at the changes in the United States and around the world, changing our lives forever. A further impact on the squadron because of Desert Storm and is there another promotion in my future? #Montana #airforce #afservices #asianamerican P…

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Season 7, Episode 3: Hollee McGinnis and Her Soul Work 1:14:52

6M ago1:14:52

1:14:52

Hollee McGinnis, 51, is a Korean adoptee and founder of Also Known As, one of the longest continuously running international adoptee community organization and based in the New York Tri-State area. In this episode, she discusses her new project, Mapping the Life Course of Adoption, and provides some insights from some of the preliminary findings.…

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#62 - Channeling "Dead Poets Society" 25:33

6M ago25:33

25:33

#62 - Channeling "Dead Poets Society." This episode features guests J and Heather Thomas with favorite destinations from Great Falls; The visit from HQ AF and the results are in. An example of looking at things from a different perspective and a passing in the family. Remember to check out the photos for the episode! William R. Terwilliger, rest in…

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#61 - Car Ice Dancing & Special Guests! 34:07

7M ago34:07

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#61 - Car Ice Dancing & Special Guests! This episode continues my assignment at Malmstrom AFB in #Montana. Special guests join this week with their perspectives of being assigned during the same time. I share an experience driving in Winter and some very good news about the entire squadron. It's very exciting. Thanks for Lt Col J Thomas (USAF,ret) …

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Season 7, Episode 2: Scar and Flower 1:01:07

7M ago1:01:07

1:01:07

Lee Herrick, 52, is a poet, author, educator and adoptee. He was adopted from South Korea to the San Francisco Bay area in 1971. Herrick discusses how he uses his lens as an adoptee to observe and write verse about life. He also reads from his 2019 acclaimed collection of poems, “Scar and Flower.”

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#60 - A Patch, A Tattoo, & Lasik 27:58

7M ago27:58

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#60 - A Patch, A Tattoo, & Lasik. We move the patch project forward and focus the squadron on guest service with a story and tattoos! We're moving forward and I need a new photo because I no longer wear glasses! What an experience that was such an amazing decision. Listeners know about my Mom - and this past Wednesday, it's been 40 years since she …

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#59 - Lay of the Land & We Need a Patch! 27:20

7M ago27:20

27:20

#59 - Lay of the Land & We Need a Patch! This episode provides a bit of a foundation of Montana, Great Falls, and Malmstrom Air Force Base. Sharing the start of command of the 341 Services Squadron, and some of the early activities. #podcast #malmstrom #montana #military #airforce Photos related to this episode are posted on Instagram Spike!'s emai…

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Season 7, Episode 1: Kimberly McKee and Asian Adoptee Festishization 1:07:12

7M ago1:07:12

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Dr. Kimberly McKee, 39, currently a visiting Fulbright scholar at Sogang University in Seoul, Korea, is a critical adoption studies researcher. This November, her latest book, "Adoption Fantasies: Fetishization of Asian Adoptees from Girlhood to Womanhood" (The Ohio State University Press) will come out. We'll talk about her latest monograph as wel…

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#58 - A Last Minute Call & A Long Drive 30:06

7M ago30:06

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#58 - A Last Minute Call & A Long Drive. We have an unfortunate situation within the Corps and keeping in mind that cadets are still college students. The deposit on a newly released vehicle; and a memorable dining-out with two very special guests. Going to commencement and a memorable phone call at my going-away party. #UTAustin #hookem #afrotc #l…

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#57 - Unique Venue, Amazing Story, & What a Project! 30:15

7M ago30:15

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#57 - Unique Commissioning Venue, Amazing Story, & What a Project! This is a packed episode. First, commissioning is a very special event and we go to a very Texas location. Then, I share a story how everyone has purple rain and it’s how you look forward and this story is about doing just that. Then, the cadet wing commander has an idea that is bot…

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#56 - You're in Texas NOW, The Major, & Let's do Lunch 25:56

8M ago25:56

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#56 - You're in Texas NOW, The Major, & Let's do Lunch. This episode has a little about the differing styles of leadership of the cadet wing commanders and a story or two of my interactions with "the law." I get promoted to major and that becomes helpful in working through the labyrinth of getting academic credit for the ROTC courses on the campus.…

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#55 - A Couple of Leadership Lessons 20:43

8M ago20:43

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#55 - A Couple of Leadership Lessons. This episode continues my assignment at UT Austin and cadet activities and leadership lessons for both cadets and staff. A friend visits who inspires cadets by visiting; and a real world situation under Don't Ask - Don't Tell. Photos related to this episode are posted on Instagram Spike!'s email is: spike.podca…

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#54 - 1st Anniversary, the Lost Decade, and Moving Forward 22:55

8M ago22:55

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#54 - 1st Anniversary, the Lost Decade, and Moving Forward. Welcome to a special episode celebrating the first anniversary of the podcast! It's been quite an adventure. As a listener caution, this episode has content that some listeners may find challenging. Here's a fun fact. Before the pandemic, I travelled a lot - and travelled to 18% of the wor…

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