Best Usna Podcasts (2024)

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#008 Pensacola: A Reflection on living in Pensacola as a Student Naval Aviator w/ Marley Lyster 27:14

1d ago27:14

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In this episode, Grant talks with Marley about her experience living as a student naval aviator stationed at both NAS Pensacola and NAS Whiting Field. She discusses factors to consider on your housing location based on what you want most out of your experience! Connect with your host Grant Vermeer on Linkedin or email him at grant@thevermeergroup.c…

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#281: Becoming a Commercial Printing Entrepreneur through Acquisition with Rich Vaill, USNA ‘88 23:50

13d ago23:50

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Hey team! Before we dive in, I've got some exciting announcements: 1) Join us on August 8th NJ for an exclusive Advanced Real Estate Investing Workshop & Networking Event at the prestigious Park Avenue Club in Florham Park, NJ. This premier event is crafted to elevate your real estate investing skills with institutional-level analysis. Whether you'…

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#047: A Parent's Journey Through the Naval Academy w/ Karl Smith 47:46

4d ago47:46

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How do you navigate the emotional roller coaster of parenting a midshipman? Karl Smith, a two-time Service Academy parent, shares his heartfelt journey with us. From his son Noah's intense Plebe Summer at the Naval Academy to his current role as a Lieutenant JG on the USS Florida, Carl provides a reflective and invaluable perspective. We also draw …

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#007 Pensacola: An Overview of Pensacola for Student Naval Aviators with Archie Warren '13 54:20

8d ago54:20

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Join us as we sit down with Archie Warren, a 2013 Naval Academy graduate and real estate expert, alongside his father Paul, a former Blue and Gold Officer, to uncover the best neighborhoods for military officers relocating to the Pensacola Area. Whether you're seeking an easy commute to the Naval station, a beachside retreat, or a vibrant downtown …

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#282: From Counter-Terrorism to Compassion: Leveraging Technology to Find Families for Foster Kids with Jennifer Jacobs, USMA '93 30:52

9d ago30:52

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Hey team! Before we dive in, I've got some exciting announcements: 1) Join us on August 8th NJ for an exclusive Advanced Real Estate Investing Workshop & Networking Event at the prestigious Park Avenue Club in Florham Park, NJ. This premier event is crafted to elevate your real estate investing skills with institutional-level analysis. Whether you'…

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#046: I-day at the Naval Academy - Preparation and Advice for Parents with AN Shine 1:03:09

11d ago1:03:09

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This episode of the Academy Insider Podcast promises to offer invaluable insights and heartfelt advice from Annie Shyne, a mother of two Naval Academy graduates. With her unique perspective, Annie guides us through the emotional rollercoaster of I-Day, Plebe Summer, and beyond, sharing personal anecdotes and practical strategies that every Naval Ac…

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Grading Air Force Academy Interviews 38:57

14d ago38:57

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The Air Force Academy interview can be extremely intimidating for students, especially those who have little to no interview experience. In this episode, we play 5 examples of interview responses that students have given and discuss what makes them good (or bad) and how they could be improved. If you want to ensure your interview performance is as …

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#280: Creating Value for Dual-Use Technology Companies Through Investment and Involvement with Joshua Weed, USAFA ‘01 38:24

20d ago38:24

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Hey team! Before we dive in, I've got some exciting announcements: 1) Join us on August 8th NJ for an exclusive Advanced Real Estate Investing Workshop & Networking Event at the prestigious Park Avenue Club in Florham Park, NJ. This premier event is crafted to elevate your real estate investing skills with institutional-level analysis. Whether you'…

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#045 NAPS Preparation and Advice with PJ Roach '23 31:44

23d ago31:44

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Preparing for and Navigating Life at the Naval Academy Prep School (NAPS) with PJ Roach This episode of the Academy Insider podcast features host Grant Vermeer and guest PJ Roach, a class of 2023 Naval Academy graduate and former battalion commander at the Naval Academy Preparatory School (NAPS). The discussion provides insight into the experiences…

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#044 Inside the Naval Academy's Drum and Bugle Corps with Andrea Howard 43:43

25d ago43:43

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In this episode, Andrea Howard, former commander of the Naval Academy's Drum and Bugle Corps, joins us to recount her musical journey and leadership at this prestigious institution. Listen as we peel back the curtain on D&B. Andrea takes us through the high notes of her tenure—performing at international spectacles and rousing sporting events, wher…

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#279: Excelling in the Niche Mortgage Note Investing Market with Quinn McArthur, USMA ‘08 28:55

27d ago28:55

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“That’s the beauty of note investing. You don’t have to do it locally. It’s not like a development deal or a rental property where you have to be semi-local because there are no tenants or maintenance. It’s vacant land that is the collateral on these notes. We do deals in 30-plus states and that’s how we’re able to really scale it.” -Quinn McArthur…

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#043 Learning and Understanding the Plebe Summer Organization at the Naval Academy 1:00:48

29d ago1:00:48

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Sail with us down memory lane as my dear friend Christian Blanchard, a fellow Naval Academy alumnus, and I recount the transformative experience of Plebe Summer. Our conversation charts the course of the program's evolution, the impact of more intimate company sizes, and the intimate bonds that last a lifetime. Whether you're a proud parent of a mi…

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#042 Generational Changing Opportunity - The United States Naval Academy 55:55

1M ago55:55

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Generational Changing Opportunity - The United States Naval Academy In this special episode of the Academy Insider Podcast, host Grant Vermeer is joined by Troy Thompson, a class of '17 graduate, for a deep dive into the transformative impact of the United States Naval Academy on its midshipmen and graduates. They share their personal experiences, …

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#278: The 3 Pathways to Small Business Ownership with John Panaccione, Army Veteran 40:45

1M ago40:45

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“Entrepreneurship, at its core, is all about leading. Leading customers, leading suppliers, leading bankers, leading lawyers, leading employees, and no one spends more money than the Department of Defense developing leaders. Have confidence that the raw leadership skill gets you halfway there.” -John Panaccione, Army Veteran John Panaccione is an e…

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#041 The Herndon Climb: A History Lesson about the end of Plebe Year at the Naval Academy 53:12

1M ago53:12

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The Herndon Climb Tradition at the United States Naval Academy Rear Admiral James McNeal joins me to narrate the saga of the Naval Academy's Herndon Climb. The Herndon Climb has long been seen as a milestone event for fourth class midshipmen (freshmen or “plebes”) at the Naval Academy. Demonstrating the teamwork and perseverance they have learned d…

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#040 Explaining the role of Senior Enlisted Leaders and the Enlisted Footprint at the United States Naval Academy with Jeff Kirby 52:10

1M ago52:10

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Insights from a Command Master Chief's Time at the Naval Academy. A conversation with Jeff Kirby: In this episode of the Academy Insider Podcast, the host is joined by Jeff Kirby, a retired Command Master Chief who served at the Naval Academy. Kirby recounts his 33-year Navy career, highlighting his roles in mentorship and leadership, especially hi…

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#277: Bridging Financial Gaps in Developing Markets with Isaac Were, USMA ‘16 29:39

1M ago29:39

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“I want Zimba to be a key part of the digitization process that we’re starting to see in Uganda and other parts of Africa, especially for financial institutions.” -Isaac Were, USMA ‘16 Isaac Were is the CEO of Zimba Technologies, a SaaS financial technology company that builds cloud-based software to digitize and automate financial institutions as …

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#039 The Purpose of Plebe Summer at the Naval Academy 52:07

1M ago52:07

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Step inside the rigorous world of Plebe Summer with Commander Mike Murnane as we unravel the threads of leadership and mentorship that define the Naval Academy's transformational journey. This episode is your ticket to understanding the intense preparation and selection of the upperclassmen detailers, who are pivotal in molding incoming plebes into…

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#038 Varsity N Star Sweaters and the Army Navy Star Series with John Carter '22 25:27

2M ago25:27

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Naval Academy Life and Tradition: The Star Series and Letter Sweaters This episode of the Academy Insider podcast, hosted by Grant from The Vermeer Group, kicks off its second season focusing on the life and experiences at the United States Naval Academy. The podcast, aimed at Naval Academy graduates, midshipmen, future midshipmen, and their famili…

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#037 Preparing for Plebe Summer at the United States Naval Academy 44:44

2M ago44:44

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Preparing for Plebe Summer at the United States Naval Academy: Insights, Advice, and Real Stories This episode of the Academy Insider podcast focuses on providing insights, advice, and sharing experiences related to plebe summer at the United States Naval Academy. This episode features Grant Booker, a 2023 Navy Academy graduate and former regimenta…

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#036 Academy Insider is Back - Season 2 Trailer 2:24

2M ago2:24

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Academy Insider is back! Academy Insider started back in 2017 in an attempt to give back to the Naval Academy community, sharing experiences & perspectives as a recent graduate to help the next wave of midshipmen and their families. As Grant hit the peak of my operational duties, Academy Insider had to pause – Four Submarine Deployments in a three …

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#276: Creating a Foundation for Self-Leadership through Wellness and Wellbeing with Traci Fisher, USMA ‘91 54:19

2M ago54:19

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“...if we can learn to lead ourselves, to manage our minds and our emotions and our actions in our private life, in our health, in our relationships and in the corporate world, then we are better positioned to use those critical thinking skills to make a difference in our businesses and in the greater world…” -Traci Fisher, USMA ‘91 Traci Fisher, a…

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Diversity (Stories of Our Ancestors #3) 23:34

2M ago23:34

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By Department of History, US Naval Academy

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Many highly qualified 2028 USNA candidates were turned down: Why? 21:53

2M ago21:53

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Were you turned down this year by the Naval Academy? If you applied to the USNA Class of 2028 as a high school applicant, you had a lower chance of being appointed this year. More and more post-high school candidates are re-applying and therefore there are less appointments available for direct entries. That's right, we estimate about 450 slots of …

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#006 Monterey: What Can I Afford PCSing to Monterey? 26:45

2M ago26:45

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By Grant Vermeer

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#005 - Monterey: Living in Marina while PCSing to NPS Monterey with Dishan Romine 30:18

2M ago30:18

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By Grant Vermeer

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#004 Monterey: Living in Seaside when you PCS to NPS Monterey, CA 38:01

2M ago38:01

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By Grant Vermeer

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#003 Monterey: Living in the City of Monterey Proper with Allyson Franchi '16 22:01

2M ago22:01

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By Grant Vermeer

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#002 Monterey: Living in Pacific Grove While at the Naval Postgraduate School with Kevin Alter '15, USMC 28:36

2M ago28:36

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By Grant Vermeer

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#001 Monterey: Learning about the Monterey Peninsula While PCSing to NPS with Jan Leasure 40:43

2M ago40:43

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The Ultimate Guide to Monterey Living for Military Officers Host: Grant Vermeer Guest: Jan Leasure This episode of the USNA Property Network Podcast, sponsored by the Vermeer Group, features a detailed exploration of the benefits and tailored real estate advice for Navy and Marine Corps officers relocating to the Monterey Peninsula. With insights f…

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#275: Crafting Premium Handcrafted Whiskey and a Unique Spirits Brand with Ted Dumbauld, USNA ‘81 33:29

2M ago33:29

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“You can sometimes convince somebody to buy a bottle of your whiskey the first time because of the story that you have, and I think we have a good story, but if the whiskey is no good, then they’re never going to buy another bottle. So the ideal combination is you’ve got a really good story and you’ve got a really great product.” -Ted Dumbauld, USN…

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Most Eccentric Rulers (History's Top Three #18) 30:33

2M ago30:33

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Our three faculty co-hosts discuss their choices for the strangest or most unconventional monarchs of all time. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter: @usnahistory For more information about NAHP and the Naval Academy's History Department, please visit https://usna.edu/History/NAHP/By Department of History, US Naval Academy

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#274: Providing Quality Housing Opportunities to Deserving Families with Briar Bearss, USMA ‘22 30:38

2M ago30:38

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“We’re really taking care of the houses and we’re really taking care of the families that are living in these houses. We’re providing a service just as much as we are being landlords because these families can take their government vouchers wherever they go. We have to be good stewards of the government funding or else it is going to naturally leav…

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Pass or Fail? Feedback on West Point Interview Answers from Real Candidates 22:58

3M ago22:58

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In today's episode, we give feedback on 5 examples of interview questions and answers from West Point candidates.By gainserviceacademyadmission

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Big Changes to the Service Academy Nomination Process 14:12

3M ago14:12

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In this episode, LTC Kirkland and Capt Dach discuss two major changes to nominations and the way Service Academies (West Point, Naval Academy, and Air Force Academy) select candidates to offer appointments to for any candidates entering an Academy in June of 2025 or later. Each Member of Congress is able to now nominate 15 candidates instead of 10.…

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What is the USNA Property Network Podcast? 0:49

3M ago0:49

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The USNA property network podcast educates military officers on the neighborhoods surrounding the military bases in which they could PCS. Our mission is to provide genuine, authentic, informal conversations that's going to help Navy and Marine Corps officers start their research into their new home. This podcast is made possible thanks to the spons…

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Partition of India, Ep. 2 (Tell Me Another #15) 29:28

3M ago29:28

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In Part Two of this series, Prof. Hayden Bellenoit, Prof. Thomas Burgess, and Prof. Matthew Dziennik continue their discussion of the Partition of India. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter: @usnahistory For more information about NAHP and the Naval Academy's History Department, please visit https://usna.edu/History/NAHP/…

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Partition of India, Ep. 1 (Tell Me Another #14) 24:43

3M ago24:43

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In Part One this two-part series, Prof. Hayden Bellenoit, Prof. Thomas Burgess, and Prof. Matthew Dziennik discuss the Partition of India. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter: @usnahistory For more information about NAHP and the Naval Academy's History Department, please visit https://usna.edu/History/NAHP/…

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#273: Protecting Small Businesses through Cybersecurity Solutions with Dennis Moore, USAFA ‘87 24:29

3M ago24:29

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“In today’s world, a lot of things are moved out into the cloud…it’s up to the business themselves to protect that data.” -Dennis Moore, USAFA ‘87 Dennis Moore is the Founder of Coefficient Technologies, a trusted cybersecurity partner that provides the most up-to-date cybersecurity solutions, strategies, and IT services to help companies defend th…

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Most Forgotten But Important USMC Campaigns, Part Two (History's Top Three #17) 25:49

4M ago25:49

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Our three co-hosts continue their discussion of three lesser-known yet significant US Marine Corps overseas interventions. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter: @usnahistory For more information about NAHP and the Naval Academy's History Department, please visit https://usna.edu/History/NAHP/By Department of History, US Naval Academy

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Sea Cadets: Build a Service Academy Leadership Profile 31:26

4M ago31:26

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In today's episode, we cover a great way to develop military propensity and discipline - Danielle Stolz and Patrick Nasdeo, both leaders within the Sea Cadets program join us to talk about the opportunities for young Sea Cadets in the middle school and high school programs. If you are interested in joining Sea Cadets, you can find a unit near you h…

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Captain David Forman: Deputy Commandant of Midshipmen (Life at the Academy #13) 29:08

4M ago29:08

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Three midshipmen interview Captain David Forman about his experiences as a midshipman at the Naval Academy, and lessons he has learned in his current capacity as Deputy Commandant.By Department of History, US Naval Academy

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#272: Maximizing the Power of Relationships as a Serial Entrepreneur with Max Sivohins, USCGA ‘13 56:06

4M ago56:06

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“I think it’s easy to make your first million. What’s hard is staying there and doing it consistently, because now, all of the pressure is on you.” -Max Sivohins, USCGA ‘13 Max Sivohins is a serial entrepreneur primarily focused on multi-family real estate development and government contracting. He is the Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of A…

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Yugoslavia, the United States, and the Global Cold War: Milorad Lazic (Scholars by the Sea #12) 36:49

4M ago36:49

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An interview of Dr. Milorad Lazic, concerning his recent book, Unmaking Detente: Yugoslavia, the United States, and the Global Cold War, 1968-1980 (2022). Follow us on Instagram and Twitter: @usnahistory For more information about NAHP and the Naval Academy's History Department, please visit https://usna.edu/History/NAHP/…

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Allergies & DoDMERB: Perspective from a Retired Air Force Allergist for Academy Candidates 35:00

4M ago35:00

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In today's show, we welcome Colonel Joseph Forester, a retired Air Force veteran and allergist, to discuss allergies and DoDMERB disqualifications. Service Academy and ROTC scholarship candidates must be DoDMERB qualified (or waived) in order to participate in these programs. One of the most common medical issues we see in candidates is an allergy …

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#271: Connecting People Through Gaming and Revolutionizing Esports with Patrick Cronin, USMA ‘13 32:07

4M ago32:07

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“Esports can turn something that could be very negative…180 degrees into a very positive experience for a child’s life.” -Patrick Cronin, USMA ‘13 Patrick Cronin is the Co-Founder and CEO of Vanta, an esports company that provides a curriculum, a platform, and leagues to help kids from 8-18 grow into the best version of themselves. The company inte…

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Most Underappreciated Marines (History's Top Three #16) 30:51

4M ago30:51

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Our three co-hosts discuss three Marines whose remarkable exploits have had an impact on history that is not well recognized. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter: @usnahistory For more information about NAHP and the Naval Academy's History Department, please visit https://usna.edu/History/NAHP/By Department of History, US Naval Academy

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#270: Excelling in the Sports World as a Player and Entrepreneur with Antoine Hood II, USAFA ‘06 35:14

5M ago35:14

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"Any storied franchise that would love to get on board and continue to add more value to the brand they have already created would be a huge milestone.” -Antoine Hood II, USAFA ‘06 Antoine Hood II is a professional basketball player, cancer survivor, published writer, U.S. Air Force Academy graduate, and military officer. As an NBA free agent guard…

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Interview with Colonel James McDonough, USMC, Commandant of Midshipmen, U.S. Naval Academy (Blue and Gold) 46:04

5M ago46:04

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In this Blue & Gold Series Podcast, Midshipmen Gavin Milligan and Peter Shaner interview Colonel James McDonough about lessons learned from his experience as a midshipman, and from his current capacity as Commandant of the US Naval Academy.By Department of History, US Naval Academy

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#269: Helping Clients Solve Financial Puzzles with Steve Wingard, USMA ‘87 41:07

5M ago41:07

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“I’m an acquirer and curator of ideas and strategies, and I have a Rolodex of people to execute those strategies.” -Steve Wingard, USMA ‘87 Steve Wingard is the Founder and Managing Partner of Wayfinder Wealth, a financial advising firm that helps families and business owners uncomplicate complex planning with a specialization in high net-worth str…

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