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Wingmen Show

Drew Brown and Paul Thompson

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Two Dope Boys in a Navy jet. The Wingmen Show is a weekly podcast about challenges and opportunities in everyday life. Your hosts are two guys born in Harlem, New York previously unknown to each other. Separately, they became Navy pilots flying high performance jet aircraft on and off of aircraft carriers patrolling the world’s oceans. Their paths did not cross formally until they ended up flying for the same airline after their active-duty military service had ended. They have a wide range ...
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius was known as a proponent of stoic wisdom. Had he lived longer, he probably would have come up with the phrase, “Be All You Can Be”, centuries before the US Army used it in recruiting ads on TV. There are good things happening everyday. As an example, multi-billionaire Elon …
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Kindness costs nothing, but can mean everything to someone who really needs it. In an effort to bring out some good things happening in the world, consider the case of a high school football team in Riverside, California, composed totally of deaf children who were underestimated and mocked, but overcame…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! If you want to understand people you need to listen to them before you begin speaking. There are many good things going on in the world. The Wingman Show always aims to be positive and leave you with a positive outlook. Although not headline news, NBA Hall of Fame alum, and beloved broadcaster on all th…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Life is not always going to be convenient. Embrace the challenge to be better even though you may suffer some discomfort in the short run. Meaningful growth rarely happens by accident, one must be intentional to move forward. A U.S. Army base in the state of Virginia has been renamed Fort Greg-Adams to …
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Every day you wake up is a new day, so make the most of it. Dr. Paul represented the Wingmen Show at the OBAP (Organization of Black Aviation Professionals) at their annual conference held this year in Memphis, Tennessee, and sponsored by FedEx. This annual conference is open to all and serves as a gath…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Those who help others are essentially wingmen, whether they know it or not. We have renewed our alliance with Magic Mind, the nootropic that improves alertness and concentration. This concoction is so effective, that separately, both of our wives have requested it by name, to improve their individual pe…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Accomplishing purpose driven goals requires commitment as well as enduring periods of discomfort. Athletes in general and olympians in particular, experience many years of extreme physical and emotional stress in their quest to be the best in their sport. This year’s Summer Olympics has been historic fo…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Perseverance is key to accomplishing anything worth doing, especially if it is difficult at first. Those who succeed are those who do not quit after encountering hurdles that can be overcome eventually with persistence. Many people can become jet pilots, but relatively few people have landed aboard a fl…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Maintaining a positive attitude will take you farther in life than just being down in the dumps all the time. Central Park in New York City serves as a meeting place for different kinds of people. An encounter between a birdwatcher and a pet owner who found themselves in the same place at the same time …
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! We all possess some form of brilliance whether we are superstars or everyday people. In a shocking turn of events, the wingmen pull the covers off, and exposes better sex secrets to the world, but in a way that is different than most. They earn a “G” rating, making this information acceptable for Genera…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! When you have a positive attitude you increase the odds of good things happening to you. There are some people who model footwear, but Dr. Paul is not one of them. He is a good example on why it’s important to take care of your feet! In addition to being the greatest Olympic gymnast for her past feats, …
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Children need love, attention and a nurturing environment to help them develop to their full potential. Along the way, make sure to tell them you love them; don’t assume they always know. Give yourself a little extra love and attention every now and then. Commander Drew got a one-person cold plunge pool…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Who would have guessed that before he became our beloved Commander Drew Brown, he was a young civilian who ran an after-hours, fancy-schmancy nightclub that attracted the rich and famous in New Orleans. Customer service varies a lot depending on the business. Companies like American Express, Apple and C…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Bravery is not always the absence of fear but rather the willingness to press forward into unfamiliar territory or patterns that involve taking risks. There is much good news in the world, and especially so for many corporate CEO’s whose average annual compensation sits at $15.7 million per year. North …
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Everyone has a talent in something. It may be apparent or hidden inside of you, just waiting to come out. In a time of great social and political change, Mexico has elected its first female president. The country where women have only been allowed to vote for a few decades will now be led by a Jewish wo…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! You can contribute to improving the world by taking the time to improve yourself. There is good news in the world that we present on the show, but there is some bad news. The restaurant chain Red Lobster has filed for bankruptcy. Is it possible the chain collapsed because Commander Drew & his son Doctor…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! How to Travel Safely on an International Trip Traveling to a foreign country can be an exciting and enriching experience, but it's important to prioritize your safety while exploring new destinations. Whether you're embarking on a solo adventure or traveling with friends, taking the necessary precaution…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! It is said that if you find something you love to do, it won’t seem like a job when you do it. Commander Drew’s cruise has taken him to the island of Madeira, an autonomous region of Portugal on the eastern side of the Atlantic Ocean that is more than six hundred miles from the Portuguese capital of Lis…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Self reflection and critique is a good way to show emotional growth, but don’t be so hard on yourself that you fail to see the upside of life. Cruising the high seas is a lot different as a civilian on a vacation than being a military member preparing for warfare. Flying high performance aircraft over t…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Consider taking some time out just to laugh. Laughter is beneficial for the body, mind and spirit, providing stress relief, endorphin release, along with cardio vascular benefits. Have you ever seen an opera performed by a rock band? If not check out the stage production directed by Commander Drew’s cou…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Happiness is a two way street, when you give someone good cheer, you will get some back. In a landmark case in the state of Michigan, two parents are being held responsible for violent actions taken by their child. The implications are broad, but brings into question the level of responsibility parents …
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Will Rogers gave good advice about taking the right path in life. You better keep moving to avoid getting knocked down; suffering from paralysis caused by too much analysis will keep you stuck in the same position. In other words, dynamic action beats inaction. The blockbuster movie, An Officer and a Ge…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Reading is fundamental to learning and understanding most things in life. Those who read actively and consistently improve brain function, knowledge of the world, vocabulary, and are more likely to earn substantially higher incomes than those who don’t. At times marginalized people rally together to hel…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! To get more things done, you need to get an early start to your day. The average cost for medical school is the US exceeds $60,000 per year. But thanks to a massive donation of one billion dollars ($1,000,000,000) to the Albert Einstein College of Medicine by philanthropist and educator Dr. Ruth Gottesm…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Hard work is not hard if it’s something you enjoy. It’s good to find something you love, cultivate your talent and stick with it. The latest NBA All Star event featured a contest between the top three-point-shooter in the NBA, Steph Curry along with the top three point shooter in the WNBA, in a classic …
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! There are athletes that defy limiting stereotypes limiting. For a prime example of the melding of scholarship with athletics, consider the case of Bill Bradley. He was a graduate of Princeton University, Rhodes Scholar, a member of two NBA championships with the New York Knicks basketball team, a United…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! If you are passionate about what you are doing it feels less like work. Everyone is gifted at something, take your time and find out what that gift is for you. When the life-size statue of Jackie Robinson, the first black player allowed into the major leagues of American baseball was desecrated in Wichi…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! No matter what your circumstances are you will have a better life if you steadily cultivate your mind and your body. When people reach the age of 55 or greater, it’s time for them to spend some of their hard earned money on themselves while they still have time to enjoy it. With aging comes the increasi…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Active listening is a skill that will turbocharge your learning if you are willing to be quiet and open minded while others are speaking. Many big companies are often impersonal when dealing with individual customers. Drew had an unexpected positive customer experience from an unlikely source. Billionai…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! The need to keep moving is important for our physical health and mental well being. Remaining active has the benefit of slowing down the debilitating effects of aging. Although many celebrities are rich and famous, there are times when fame and fortune is scarcely noticed, especially in the real-world e…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! To give of oneself, is far greater than offering trinkets and material items that lose value. Companies benefit by having long-serving dedicated employees. Some employees leave with a “golden parachute”, consisting of money and benefits that will last for life; while others leave with no parachute at al…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! If you want to get your body moving in the morning, try exposing yourself to really cold water for a few minutes for a mental and physical boost to your system. One neglected part of modern life is the expression of gratitude. It is easy to take things for granted if you are always focused on yourself w…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! One of the benefits of travel is the exposure to different things and different people you may never know existed. Such was the case with Drew, while wearing a Star of David necklace; a Jewish symbol composed of two overlaid equilateral triangles that form a six-pointed star. He was surprised to have ha…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! For a change of pace, consider taking a vacation on a luxurious cruise ship. Traveling on the high seas will allow you to experience a different world as you sail from one port to another. To enjoy such a traveling experience to the fullest it is important to maintain a good state of health. As we get o…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Wisdom can be displayed by listening and understanding instead of just talking all the time. These days the cost of living is high enough for some professional athletes to curb extravagant spending because those who are not the highest paid stars can have their careers ended on a moments notice. Euphemi…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Everyone has the ability to grow and develop in a positive direction if they try. Former Black Panther leader, Eldridge Cleaver is a prime example. Artificial intelligence has penetrated the music world. But some AI recreations from stars in the past miss the mark when the new artificial music hits the …
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Health is something not to be taken for granted. Practicing good habits consistently is the key to longevity. Women continue to make great strides in leadership positions. Admiral Lisa Franchetti has become the latest Chief of Naval Operations (CNO), making her the highest ranking officer in the United …
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! James Oppenheimer, the father of the atomic bomb also reflected on hidden happiness that may be nearby. The most famous member of the Rap group Public Enemy performed a rendition of the National Anthem in front of a sell-out crowd at an NBA basketball game in Milwaukee that will go down as one of the mo…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! You are never too old to get started doing something new in life that you really want to do. The world lost the great actor Richard Roundtree, best know for his starring role in the groundbreaking movie, Shaft. The accompanying sound track produced by STAX Records featuring the hit song performed by Isa…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Wisdom can come from unexpected places; one of the greatest basketball coaches in history, John Wooden was know to drop a few gems every once in a while. The most recent heartbreaking conflict in Israel has worldwide attention. This is especially true for Commander Drew who has family living through gre…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! There are some Hall-of-Fame athletes who can do more than just play ball. The late Roberto Clemente, one of the best players ever to play professional baseball was a well known humanitarian that literally gave his life to help others. As we age many of us will transition from energetic independence to a…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Albert Einstein was a brilliant man, but some of his smartest thoughts were simple things. It’s a bad day when you are being rejected from both the U.S. Army and North Korea at the same time. Learn from your mistakes, it will make you stronger. A former gold medal winner from Suriname will be the U.S. M…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Recently, the world of sports has been spinning on its axis because of the reemergence of a sports hero whose playing days are long behind him. Deion Sanders, who distinguished himself as a phenomenal athlete playing both professional football and baseball, is now the head football coach at the Universi…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! In the world of politics some things are done based on practicality as well as political expediency. Mexico is about to elect its first female president in the country’s history; both candidates from the two dominant political parties are women. Science continues to evolve by extending the man-machine i…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Sometimes it can be better to give than receive. Two olympic champion pole vaulters mutually agreed to share a gold medal so that each one would receive equal recognition for their accomplishments. Drew loved his recent electric vehicle experience, but he had to have patience when it came to recharging …
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! It is often surprising to discover that a star in the world of entertainment actually had a distinguished military career; such was the case with Bob Barker, a former game show host and Navy Pilot. If you are tired of the big city, consider relocating to a small town with hidden benefits. Some college c…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Happiness is a relative term; there are some places in the country where surveyed inhabitants feel happier than in others. MacKenzie Scott, one the richest people in the world has freely given away billions of dollars to organizations dedicated to the public good. Luxury cruise ships are largely staffed…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Bad news is pounded into our heads at every turn; but good things often go unnoticed. Recently, Delta airlines used a little creativity to reduce the stress level of passengers encountering a lengthy flight delay. Wealthy people can display ignorance and disrespect towards those they consider beneath th…
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! An act of kindness is a true sign of having grace. Those who take advantage and demean others just because they can, suffer from their own internal trauma. Some people have noticeable athletic abilities; this advantage may come with being born with a special gene called ACTN3 that affects speed, power, …
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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Many sports have periods of close contact where players run the risk of suffering a concussion. The Q-Collar is a new device, commercially available, that mitigates the potential damage of head trauma upon impact with another object or person. The U.S. Air Force now has a nuclear capable long range stea…
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