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Permission To Speak Freely

Damon Leggins and Andamo McCullough
Leadership
U.S. Navy
Mental Health
Social Media
Chief's Mess
Covid-19
Military Life
Military Culture
Accountability
Discrimination
Navy
Engineering Incidents
Drake
Senior Enlisted Leadership
Fleet Master Chief
Chief Petty Officer
Women's History Month
Retirement
Kendrick Lamar
Personal Development

Damon, Damo (active duty Command Master Chiefs), and Tisha (Retired Chief) share sea stories and have unfiltered conversations about current events, policies, and everyday life as a service member.

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This episode opens with a look at military history — why the United States shifted from the Department of War to the Department of Defense, and whether the language change reflected a broader shift in strategy. Damo tries his best to explain, while A... more

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Captain Lacey Vestal, United States Navy, currently serves as a Commanding Officer in the Human Resources community. A graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, she began her career as a Surface Warfare Officer before transitioning to Human Res... more

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Sailors, leave those streamers alone, they do this for a living. We break down how online actions can spill over into the real world. In this week’s catch-up, Damon talks getting ready for CMC school and football kick-off, plus we cover pulling the t... more

Damon and Damo are back, calling an audible after a guest no-show (don’t worry — he’s safe and sound). The conversation kicks off with Damo asking how Chiefs really view CMCs, followed by his response to a negative Facebook comment about him. Fresh o... more

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Recent Guests

Captain Lacey M. Vestal
Active duty officer and amateur bodybuilder, speaks on experiences in military service and fitness
U.S. Navy
Episode: Episode 159 | "Blink Twice If You're Okay" (Feat. Captain Lacey M. Vestal)
Sean Johnson
Navy detailer with experience in military assignment processes
Episode: Episode 156 | "Sometimes U Gotta Bite the Billet" (Feat. AMEC Sean Johnson)
Josh Mackey
Medical Officer with 20 years of service
Episode: Episode 155 | "Did You Download Your OMPF?" (Feat. HMC Josh Mackey)
Donald Banks III
Chief Warrant Officer 2
Navy
Episode: Episode 152 | “Down to the North" (Feat. CWO2 Donald Banks III)
Ashley Williams
Navy sailor and guest speaker
United States Navy
Episode: [Bonus] Q&A: Vol I - "Everything Ain't For Everybody" (Feat. YNCS Ashley Williams)
Courtney Barber
Retired AZCM and guest expert on film representation
Episode: Episode 149 | "The Way Forward" (Feat. AZCM [Ret.] Courtney Barber)
Candace Esquivel
CTRCS with extensive experience in the Navy and an advocate for women's health.
Navy
Episode: Episode 146 | "Be Careful, Candace" (Feat. CTRCS Candace Esquivel)
T. Shane Johnson
U.S. Marine, motivational speaker, best-selling author, endurance athlete, entrepreneur, founder of Big Guns Coffee.
Big Guns Coffee
Episode: Episode 144 | "Like a Tarantino Movie" (Feat. TShane Johnson)
Latonya Perossier
Retired NCC and author
Episode: Episode 143 | "I Don't Look Like What I Been Through" (Feat. Latonya Perossier, NCC, Ret.)

Hosts

Damon
Co-host and active duty Command Master Chief with extensive experience in military leadership and mentoring service members.
Damo
Co-host and active duty Command Master Chief known for his candid discussions about military life and advocacy for mental health.
Tisha
Co-host and Retired Chief who brings insights from her military career and engages in discussions about leadership and service member experiences.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 103 ratings
  • Moral Booster for sure 😭

    Thank you for being so consistent with your episodes. We are going through tougher times right now and we are all trying to navigate the climate of the works while also navigating the navy. It’s hard but thank yall for showing up for us and putting quality content. Even the domo solo episodes! It’s nice to hear your thoughts free range. Maybe it’s helps you as well. This podcast needs to blow up more and I tell everyone I know about it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CynthiaT367
    United States8 months ago
  • Mandatory Listen

    This is the only podcast I listen to! The conversations these three have are great! This podcast is fire hands down! Everyone should tune into this podcast. I don’t even listen to music anymore I only tune in for the podcast. I hope this podcast last for years to come!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    McNasty904
    United Statesa year ago
  • Absolutely love it! I've been looking for a Podcast that I can relate to. Good job Brothers!

    Audible
    5
    Liz OConnor
    United States2 years ago
  • The Podcast for every Sailor and Chief !

    Absolutely love it! I've been looking for a Podcast that I can relate to. Good job Brothers!

    Audible
    5
    Christopher OConnor
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Show!!!

    The team at PTSF do a great job on putting on pertinent information and show that behind the uniform we are regular people as well.

    Bravo Zulu

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Salt Sailor
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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The podcast is considered essential listening for current and former service members and their families.
The hosts are praised for their chemistry and engaging discussions, making complex topics accessible.
Listeners appreciate the consistent quality and thoughtfulness of the content, finding it relatable and insightful.
Many express gratitude for the support provided through these conversations, especially regarding mental health issues.

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#62
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Talking Points

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Episode 160 | "Fishing Trip"
Q: What happens when we as leaders make feedback wrong?
We get to a point where as military service members, no matter what position and leadership you are, you're better seen and not heard.
"Reality is Reality" | Bonus Episode
Q: How this ever happened to you before?
Damo reflects on instances of experiencing slurs and racism during online gaming.
Episode 150 | "Retreat, Hell" (Feat. Patrick Trujillo)
Q: What would you tell yourself on your last day as a Marine?
I would say the knee jerk response is don't be so hard on yourself. Everything's going to be okay.
Episode 144 | "Like a Tarantino Movie" (Feat. TShane Johnson)
Q: Do you ever think about that singular moment when the phone call stopped?
No, I have my daughter. I don’t care about what anybody else wants or thinks.
Episode 144 | "Like a Tarantino Movie" (Feat. TShane Johnson)
Q: How long was recovery in the hospital?
I spent about eight months in them due to severe lung injuries and other complications from the accident.

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1. Captain Lacey M. Vestal
2. Sean Johnson
3. Josh Mackey
4. Donald Banks III
5. Ashley Williams
6. Courtney Barber
7. Candace Esquivel
8. T. Shane Johnson

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