Best Rotc Podcasts (2025)

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Army ROTC - 40-50% of cadets commission into the Guard or Reserve each year! 24:11

5d ago24:11

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In this episode of the podcast, Lieutenant Colonel Kirkland discusses options for commissioning into the Army. He explains how ROTC prepares cadets for various service options including active duty, National Guard, and Army Reserve. The discussion highlights the differences between Army ROTC and other branches, the commissioning process, and the st…

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From ROTC Dreams to Healthcare Success: Cam Jones' Inspiring Journey 1:12:13

22d ago1:12:13

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In this captivating episode of DVC Alumni, Cam Jones shares her inspiring journey from growing up in Rochester, New Hampshire, to becoming a thriving healthcare professional in the Bay Area. Listen in as Cam recounts her high school experiences, ROTC aspirations, and how a love for nursing took center stage despite life’s many challenges. Discover …

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Reclaiming Your Vitality: The Truth About Testosterone Therapy with Ultimate Male Clinic 59:29

1h ago59:29

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Shoot me a message! Struggling with low energy, poor sleep, or diminishing physical performance? You're not alone. In this eye-opening conversation, I sit down with Matt Schaefer, a former Division I football player turned medical provider, and Yuan, the clinical manager at Ultimate Male Clinic, to unpack the realities of testosterone replacement t…

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From UCLA Gridiron Glory to Life Coaching: Kam Brown's Journey 58:46

6d ago58:46

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Shoot me a message! Former UCLA wide receiver Kam Brown shares his journey from growing up as the son of Super Bowl MVP Larry Brown to carving out his own path in college football and beyond. His story reveals profound insights about grit, faith, and determination that extend far beyond the gridiron. • Growing up in Texas football culture, playing …

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From House Fires to Fitness: Madeline Hatch's Inspiring Journey 1:00:08

1d ago1:00:08

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In this episode of DVC Alumni, we sit down with Madeline Hatch, a newly turned personal trainer based in Crockett, California. Madeline shares her inspiring journey, which began in Orange County before a dramatic move to her grandparents' house following a house fire. She navigates us through her transitional years, overcoming challenges, and findi…

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Gunshots to Grappling: Two Lives Transformed by Jiu-Jitsu with Black Belt Mike Medina and Nate Crisler 1:19:47

8d ago1:19:47

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Shoot me a message! BJJ Black Belt Mike Medina and Rising star Blue Belt Nate Crisler share their extraordinary journeys through trauma and resilience, revealing how Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu transformed their lives from surviving childhood violence to building community through martial arts. • Mike survived being shot in a drive-by shooting at age 11 in…

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Journey from Concord to College Success: An Inspiring Sisterhood 45:10

8d ago45:10

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Join us as we dive into an enlightening conversation with sisters Itzel and Cindy Gutierrez, navigating their academic and professional journeys from Concord to San Jose. The pair share their experiences growing up in Concord, how their career paths evolved, and the invaluable support received from the Puente and Diamante Scholar programs. Discover…

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FALSE FLAG? Will M*rders Outside Embassy Drag Us Into WAR With Iran? | Nightly Offensive 2:18:12

12d ago2:18:12

2:18:12

Right as negotiations are falling apart with Iran, wouldn’t you know it - a pro-Palestine EXTREMIST kills someone outside of the Israeli embassy while screaming “Free Palestine”. Is this too convenient - an act that will allow the media to pose opposition to Israel as “terrorism”.. Or was this a generally unhinged leftist who decided to take matter…

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BETRAYAL? Bongino and Kash FLIP: Say Epstein “K*LLED Himself” | Nightly Offensive 2:05:43

14d ago2:05:43

2:05:43

Another day, another fell for it again award.. Remember when everyone thought if we had Kash Patel, Dan Bongino, and other le BASED Patriots, that we could take back the government? Well, so much for that.. Now we have Kash and Bongino saying that Epstein really killed himself? How gullible must they think we are? We are back again for another epis…

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#54 Always Be Selling. Our future is bright because of the leaders we have coming up. We’re seeing it first hand. A conversation w/ John Howell aka ServantOfLeaders 1:36:35

21d ago1:36:35

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Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. This episode is with John Howell. John is a National Guard Major, full-time recruiter, and social media influencer known for his content on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok as ServantOfLeaders. We discuss his journey on active duty and how he transitioned from infantry to military i…

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From Mexico to Achieving Dreams: A Journey of Resilience and Growth 1:01:50

14d ago1:01:50

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In this inspiring episode, join Charley as we welcome our special guest, Karla Aljanabi, who shares a unique and personal journey from Mexico to the United States and their transformative experiences at DVC, a community college that played a pivotal role in shaping their career and life. Our guest opens up about the challenges faced during high sch…

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Pitching Through Pain: A West Point Athlete's Journey to Pro Baseball 55:37

15d ago55:37

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Shoot me a message! Tanner Gresham, former Army West Point pitcher now in the Philadelphia Phillies minor league system, shares his remarkable journey of resilience and determination through baseball, military service, and recovery from Tommy John surgery. • Son of a minor league baseball player who reached AAA level and briefly made the majors • C…

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WTF: Con Inc. Has INSANE CRASHOUT Over “WOKE RIGHT” | Guest: Gerard Michaels 2:18:20

19d ago2:18:20

2:18:20

You would think by the way Dave Rubin and James Lindsay are reacting that Arby’s had posted a WW2 symbol.. Or that Ye (FKA Kanye West) had dropped a song called.. Oh wait, that one actually happened. Anyway, the battle of the Woke Right RAGES on.. The only question is, what casualties will the battle leave in it’s wake? Gerard Michaels joins us for…

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#53 The standard path is a myth. Leaders create a path for others, and themselves, with the help from other leaders. w/ Trevor Gocke 1:30:04

21d ago1:30:04

1:30:04

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. This conversation is with Trevor Gocke. Trevor is a graduate of Louisville ROTC who recently transitioned as a captain from the Army to the Air National Guard. Like so many, his success has come disguised as hard work and perseverance. Trevor describes the leaders and mentors he h…

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Air Force ROTC: Why This Year Was So Tough (and What That Means for You) 27:54

27d ago27:54

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Want to become an Air Force Officer? This episode of Academy and ROTC Insiders features LTC Rob Kirkland and Trish Dach discussing the current state of Air Force ROTC, including the challenging scholarship environment and the surprisingly low field training selection rate. Discover the key differences between Air Force ROTC and the Air Force Academ…

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Jordan Peterson EXPOSED as CON ARTIST in HUMILIATING Interview | Guests: AusPill and Sarah Stock 2:02:36

1M ago2:02:36

2:02:36

➤ FOLLOW OUR NEW YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@AlmostSeriousTV ➤ DESCRIPTION: Sometimes, you have to wonder - are James Lindsay and Jordan Peterson being completely serious? Is anyone falling for the damage control tactics anymore? Possibly - but the decline of The Daily Wire might indicate otherwise. Also - more violence against White people c…

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From Brazil to the Bay: Mayara's Journey of Courage and Connection 24:30

29d ago24:30

24:30

Welcome to this episode of DVC Alumni, where stories of transformation and inspiration are shared. Join us as we delve into the journey of Mayara Andressa, a Brazilian native who relocated to the U.S. as an au pair in 2018. Her quest for exploration and personal growth led her to Diablo Valley College, encouraged by her husband, Alex, who himself w…

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#52 They are Ready! How ROTC is building leaders of Character and setting cadets up for life. w/ Jason Wayne 1:47:07

29d ago1:47:07

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Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. This conversation is a journey going full circle from West Point to commanding the Senior Military Colleges across our nation. Jason Wayne will share his story and how it's built him into the leader he is today, and how he's paying it back with his cadets and instructors. Learn wh…

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Ambitious AF: Where Mental Toughness Meets Neuroscience with Erin Whitehead 1:02:51

29d ago1:02:51

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Shoot me a message! Erin Whitehead, a brain health expert and CEO of Ambitious AF, shares her journey from surviving a traumatic car accident to coaching Navy SEALs on mastering attention through neurobiology. • Survived a car crash in 2007 where another driver attempted suicide, leaving Erin with a traumatic brain injury • Made a spiritual promise…

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White Mom Calls Black Autistic Toddler SLUR, EVIL or JUSTIFIED? | Guests: Mersh and Royce of ROTC 2:01:06

1M ago2:01:06

2:01:06

➤ FOLLOW OUR NEW YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@AlmostSeriousTV ➤ DESCRIPTION: After a kerfuffle of sorts between a white Mom, her son, and a black family, a GiveSendGo has skyrocketed to $60,000 to protect the Mom and her son from possible repercussions - were her actions justified or just another case of white RACISM? Mersh and Royce of ROTC j…

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Witnessing The COMPLETE COLLAPSE of American Society | Guests: Gavin McInnes and Anthony Cumia 1:35:57

1M ago1:35:57

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➤ FOLLOW OUR NEW YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@AlmostSeriousTV ➤ DESCRIPTION: Here in America - things seem to only be getting worse by the day, and declining rapidly.. But thankfully, we have just the people in studio who can FIX all of our problems.. Gavin McInnes and Anthony Cumia join us for a special episode of NIGHTLY OFFENSIVE on RIFT TV…

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Total Indian TAKEOVER: Has The WEST Completely FALLEN? | Guest: Josh Denny 2:08:33

1M ago2:08:33

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➤ FOLLOW OUR NEW YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@AlmostSeriousTV ➤ DESCRIPTION: The Canadian elections were just held - and it looks like the country is on a path to become even browner than it previously was. Is it completely over for white people in western countries? Speaking of browns - one congressman introduced articles to impeach Trump. Bu…

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From Prison to Stanford: Monica Hicks' Inspiring Journey 48:43

1M ago48:43

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In this riveting episode of the DVC Alumni Podcast, we sit down with Monica Hicks, whose journey from overcoming personal struggles to achieving academic success at Stanford University is nothing short of inspirational. Monica opens up about her tumultuous past, including facing behavioral challenges, substance abuse, and incarceration, and how wit…

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#51 People on our team do things like this. A conversation about preparing for command w/ Matt Leclair & Trivius Caldwell. 1:06:38

1M ago1:06:38

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Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. What do you want your organization to be known for? This is your unit’s reputation. What do you want to be known for? This is your reputation. Your reputation and your organization’s WILL BECOME ONE. Three Buckets: 1. Know exactly who you are. “This is what I believe.” 2. Figure o…

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Mocking GOD? Conservative Satire “Comedy” Site Mocks Christianity and Pope | Guest: Pastor Joel Webbon 2:26:46

1M ago2:26:46

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➤ FOLLOW OUR NEW YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@AlmostSeriousTV ➤ DESCRIPTION: On the heels of Jordan B. Peterson running interference for the Daily Wire, another scuffle has emerged between Christians and non-Christians. This time, it’s regarding Christ is King - yet again - and mocking the death of the Pope right after Easter MAYBE wasn’t in g…

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Navigating Global Experiences: Felicia Sindhu's Journey 45:35

1M ago45:35

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In this captivating episode, Felicia Sindhu shares her remarkable journey from Bali, Indonesia to studying overseas. She talks about the challenges and opportunities of navigating different cultures and education systems. Initially, Felicia studied online due to COVID, then moved to the U.S. to explore college life at DVC, and now continues her aca…

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Marine to Entrepreneur: Rob Martinez's Mission to Support Service Members 1:08:46

1M ago1:08:46

1:08:46

Shoot me a message! Rob Martinez, founder of All Clear Gear, shares his powerful journey from Marine Corps veteran to entrepreneur creating solutions for transitioning service members by cleaning their gear to military standards. • Left the Marine Corps in 2017 after not being selected for MARSOC despite passing assessment • Struggled with purpose …

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MASSACRE at FSU: Who was Actually RESPONSIBLE? | Slightly Offensive 1:12:21

2M ago1:12:21

1:12:21

➤ FOLLOW OUR NEW YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@AlmostSeriousTV ➤ DESCRIPTION: Five people were killed and four injured in a mass shooting at Florida State University, yet the identity of the shooter—no name, no photo, no race—remains hidden from the public. In this episode, Elijah and the crew examine why critical details are being withheld and…

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Texas MURDERER Karmelo Anthony Gets $800K House with GOFUNDME MONEY? | Slightly Offensive 2:03:40

2M ago2:03:40

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➤ FOLLOW OUR NEW YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@AlmostSeriousTV ➤ DESCRIPTION: Since the murder of Austin Metcalf, Karmelo Anthony has raised close to HALF A MILLION DOLLARS.. Along with throngs of black people on X voicing their support for the violent act against the Texas student. You wouldn’t believe what Karmelo’s family is doing with the m…

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From Vallejo to Morehouse: A Journey of Resilience 40:33

2M ago40:33

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Join us in this inspiring episode of DVC Alumni, where former Diablo Valley College student, Michael Cortez, shares his remarkable journey from growing up in Vallejo, California, to becoming a proud graduate of Morehouse College. Michael opens up about his experiences navigating life's obstacles, the impact of community and mentorship at DVC, and t…

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#50 Be Reliable. Can People count on you to uphold what’s expected from you? A conversation with Mike Kloepper “The Big Tac” 1:24:48

2M ago1:24:48

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Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. This episode is with Mike Kloepper. Mike shares his experiences growing up in some of the most historic units in the Army and the lessons he learned from the People who shaped him into the leader he is today. Currently, Mike is the Brigade Tactical Officer at West Point and discus…

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Navigating Change: A High Schooler's Journey through 10 Schools and Dual Enrollment 32:24

2M ago32:24

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In this episode, we dive into the life of Anya, a remarkable student who has navigated through ten different schools while engaging in dual enrollment at Diablo Valley College (DVC). Anya shares her inspiring journey from San Jose to Walnut Creek, discussing the unique challenges and opportunities she encountered along the way. Join us as Anya talk…

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PFC Jamie Richey , NKU Army ROTC 42:36

2M ago42:36

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On this episode of Tactically Acquired, we sat down with Private First-Class Cadet Jamie Richey. Cadet Richey is an outstanding member of the Army Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) at Northern Kentucky University, where she pursues a Biological Sciences major with a Chemistry minor on the Biochemistry and Pre-Veterinary Medicine track. In addit…

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From Philly to Guam: Aaron's Journey Through Music, Military, and More 33:21

2M ago33:21

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Join us as we dive into the fascinating life journey of Aaron Bronson Pinkney, an adventurer at heart. From his roots in Philadelphia to his current home in Guam, Aaron shares about his experiences in the military, his passion for music, and his unexpected transition into the legal world. Discover how he navigated through challenges, including heal…

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#49 This is serious business. But don’t take yourself too seriously. Have fun while doing what you do. A conversation w/ Jason Schmidt 56:15

2M ago56:15

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Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. This episode is with Jason Schmidt. He is the Command Sergeant Major of the United States Army Pacific and a genuinely great dude and teammate. We’ll discuss his journey growing up in the Army and progressing through some historic cavalry units. He shares his insights into the bac…

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Embracing Entrepreneurship: Sumi's Journey from the Army to Business Success 46:05

2M ago46:05

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Shoot me a message! Entrepreneurs face many challenges, and Sumi's journey illustrates this beautifully. Sumi emphasizes the perseverance needed to transition from military life into the competitive world of business, helping listeners understand the importance of community, adaptability, and self-belief. • Importance of embracing the entrepreneuri…

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Navigating Housing Challenges with Heather Schiffman 55:17

3M ago55:17

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Join us on a captivating journey through the world of real estate with Heather Schiffman, Chief Advocacy Officer for the Contra Costa Association of Realtors, as she shares her personal and professional stories. From her humble beginnings in Walnut Creek to her impactful role in real estate advocacy, Heather offers insightful reflections on navigat…

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From Dreams to Reality: Tiffany Rowe's Career Journey 34:06

3M ago34:06

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In this episode, we delve into the inspiring journey of Tiffany Rowe, who grew up in Pleasant Hill with dreams of becoming a pediatric nurse practitioner. Despite facing financial limitations, Tiffany pursued her passion by enrolling in courses at DVC and later attending Western Career College for medical assisting. Her initial path in the medical …

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From Philippines to Cybersecurity: Duane Leem's Journey 45:17

3M ago45:17

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In this episode, meet Duane Leem, a first-generation student from the Philippines who has crafted a remarkable career in cybersecurity. From his early days in the Philippines to his journey through Guam, Pittsburgh, and ultimately the Bay Area, Duane shares how his passion for programming at DVC set the foundation for his successful path in the tec…

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From Nursing Dreams to Staffing Success: Tiffany's Journey 34:06

3M ago34:06

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Join us in this engaging episode as Tiffany Rowe shares her transformative journey from aspiring pediatric nurse practitioner to a successful career in staffing. Discover how life events, challenges, and unexpected opportunities shaped her path, leading to a rewarding role in helping individuals find their career success. Through candid conversatio…

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