Episode 77 | ”That’s The Navy Times’ Fault”

Permission To Speak Freely

Tell the truth, did y’all really miss Damon? Well, he’s back today and rocking some At-Sea Fire Party swag, courtesy of the USS Boxer. Thanks to the hard working Sailors on the Boxer, we appreciate you! Did the Navy post and delete an instagram post celebrating “Pride Month”? If so, why? Damo reflects on recent social media engagement and why people seem to magnify negative opinions. The guys address comments from a social media user regarding the tone of their podcast and why they decide to be lighthearted and cover “personal” topics instead of always talking about big picture military items. Congratulations to all the Sailors that made rank this cycle! Navy Times, you guys needed to tighten up and stop with the fake reports. Maybe do your research before you start just putting bad information out there. We count on you to steal your topics. Damo reflects on his last command and thanks a few impactful people. Congrats on making DCCM Damon! Now we finally get to hear his plans for his family and the future of his career. Damo discusses the future of his family in a really special intimate announcement. Legendary actors Robert Deniro and Al Pacino are both in the news for very ironic reasons. Why is the exchange still selling items that were “made in China?” Do Better: Hawaiian Airlines (Damon) / Don’t get punked out of your pride (Damo). The U.S. Army has just launched the future soldier preparatory course which is being dubbed as the Army “Fat Camp.” The guys discuss the importance of a program like this. Let’s talk about parking on Navy installations. Should Sailors that live on base drive to their commands or find another way to commute? Is being a civilian more dangerous than being in the military? “Get Real, Get Better” is discussed. Is the Command Climate Survey anonymous or not? Are there conditions to “open door policies”? The guys respond to a social media comment regarding the perception of double standards from Chiefs when it comes to “open door policies.” These topics and more are covered in this episode. Remember to follow the ‘Permission to Speak Freely’ podcast on TikTok, Facebook, Discord, Instagram, Twitter, and subscribe on YouTube.

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Links and more from this episode:

Navy Pride Month Post - https://www.navytimes.com/news/your-navy/2023/06/02/did-the-navy-remove-a-pride-month-post-from-its-instagram-account/

Navy Times Article Regarding GMCM Saunders - https://www.navytimes.com/news/your-navy/2023/05/31/navy-selects-first-female-gunners-mate-for-master-chief/

Robert Deniro Newborn Baby - https://www.cbsnews.com/news/robert-de-niro-7th-child-name-baby-photo-cbs-mornings/

Al Pacino and Girlfriend Expecting a baby - https://people.com/al-pacino-girlfriend-noor-alfallah-is-pregnant-7505948

Future Soldier Preparatory Course - https://www.forces.net/usa/us-army-tackles-recruitment-crisis-fat-camp

Cracking Down on Parking Scofflaws - https://www.navytimes.com/news/your-navy/2023/05/05/naval-base-san-diego-cracking-down-on-parking-scofflaws/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=fb_nt&fbclid=IwAR3MCVLM58p1Q4z0r3lNgS2warWZOop7C0D6Mf6J_nbmbI1hun5yAQZ7NfA&mibextid=Zxz2cZ

OPNAVINST 1720.4B: Suicide Prevention Program - https://www.spirit-filled.org/documents/1720.4B.pdf

Damo’s Book of the Week:

Up From Slavery (Booker T. Washington) - https://www.amazon.com/Up-Slavery-Dover-Thrift-Editions/dp/0486287386

Additional Credits:

PTSF “Theme Music” - Produced by Lim0