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Leadership stories told by the leaders who live them.

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A devastating injury nearly ended her dreams of becoming a pilot.

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Lt. Col. (Ret.) Jannell MacAulay ’98, Ph.D., says the accident was merely the first chapter in a career defined by perseverance, service and leadership. Listen to this inspir... more

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In this episode of Long Blue Leadership, U.S. Air Force Academy boxing coach Lt. Col. (Ret.) Mark Clifford ’97 shares how the sport shaped his approach to leadership, service and mentoring the next generation of cadets. A strong conversation... more

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Leadership isn’t about perfection — it’s about accountability, especially when things don’t go as planned.

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From lessons learned as a cadet to leading her teams through complex challenges, Col. (Ret.) Erin Staine-Pyne ’98 reflects on how tra... more

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Sometimes leadership is modeled in small ways — like leaving work at 4 p.m. and meaning it. Not because the job’s done — but because you’re showing your team that life outside of work matters too.

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In this Long Blue Leadership podcast, Mark ... more

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A simple but powerful leadership lesson: show up — whether in loss, transition or everyday life.

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Jessica Whitney ’10 reminds us that we often know what to do — the difference is actually doing it. Small acts of showing up can mean everythin... more

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In this episode of Long Blue Leadership, Joel “Thor” Neeb ’99 explains this simple framework. “Yes” builds experience. “No” protects focus and time.

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In this episode of Long Blue Leadership, Joel Neeb ’99 explains this simple framework. Yes ... more

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From combat missions in the F-22 Raptor to more than five months aboard the International Space Station, Lt. Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers ’11 has seen it all.

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In this episode of Long Blue Leadership, Col. Ayers reflects on mentorship, teamwor... more

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What does courage look like under fire? In captivity? In command? In service?

This edition of Long Blue Leadership was recorded on location at the U.S. Air Force Academy’s 33rd National Character and Leadership Symposium. We've explored these questi... more

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Recent Guests

Jannell MacAulay
Lt. Col. (Ret.) Dr. Jannell MacAulay '98, Ph.D., leadership strategist and author
Air Force (retired) / Breathless author
Episode: Choose Your Hard - Lt. Col. (Ret.) Jannell MacAulay ’98, Ph.D.
Mark Clifford
Lt. Col. (Ret.)
Former Air Force logistics readiness officer; boxing coach at the United States Air Force Academy; former assistant dean at Grand Canyon University
Episode: Answering the Bell - Lt. Col. (Ret.) Mark Clifford ’97
Erin Staine-Pyne
Class of 1998, Wing Commander, General Manager of Mobility at Merlin Labs
Merlin Labs
Episode: Obstacles to Opportunity - Col. (Ret.) Erin Staine-Pyne ’98
Mark Michalek
Former FBI agent and Air Force Security Forces officer; leader focused on mental fitness and resilience
FBI / United States government
Episode: Resilience Through Crises - Mark Michalek ’99
Jessica Whitney
Class of 2010 graduate, Air Force veteran, leadership advocate
U.S. Air Force (retired) / Leadership educator
Episode: Leading Through Transition - Jessica Whitney ’10
Joel Neeb
Former fighter pilot, CEO/leader, author
Afterburner (CEO role discussed)
Episode: Joel "Thor" Neeb ’99 - Leadership in the Age of AI
Tanji Johnson Bridgeman
Guest on leadership episode focusing on health and wellness as leadership practice
Episode: Lt. Col. Nichole Ayers ’11 - When Dreams Take Flight
Israel Del Toro
Senior Master Sergeant, retired; Invictus Games gold medalist; national speaker on resilience and purpose
Former US Air Force; Invictus Games competitor
Episode: Courage to Lead: NCLS Marks 33 Years at USAFA
Tara Holmes
Major; Task Force Hope Developer and Facilitator; Deputy Chief of Staff at Headquarters USAFA (Former Chief of Cadet Development for CCLD)
Air Force, Task Force Hope
Episode: Courage to Lead: NCLS Marks 33 Years at USAFA

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Naviere Walkewicz
Host of Long Blue Leadership; affiliated with Long Blue Leadership and Air Force Academy-related programs; frequent interviewer and facilitator of leadership conversations.

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Choose Your Hard - Lt. Col. (Ret.) Jannell MacAulay ’98, Ph.D.
Q: What practical steps do you recommend for leaders to build resilience in themselves and their teams?
Start with mindfulness and mental pushups to eliminate noise, reframe questions to uncover what's going well, and implement the waterfall technique to protect energy and attention for each person you lead.
Choose Your Hard - Lt. Col. (Ret.) Jannell MacAulay ’98, Ph.D.
Q: How did you navigate the 'choose your heart' philosophy in your career transitions from pilot to strategist and author?
I focused on vision, removed internal noise, and embraced discomfort as a pathway to growth, selecting opportunities that aligned with my core values and allowed me to have a broader impact beyond flying.
Choose Your Hard - Lt. Col. (Ret.) Jannell MacAulay ’98, Ph.D.
Q: Was Syria your crucial moment, and how did you decide to take on that assignment despite personal risk?
Yes, it was a crucial moment. I weighed the mission's importance, my readiness, and the irreversible impact on my children, choosing to go because I knew I could make a meaningful difference and protect others.
Leadership from a Global Perspective - Maj. Gen. Thomas P. Sherman ’95
Q: What is the core philosophy you want cadets and listeners to take away about leadership?
Leadership is a human experience grounded in trust, care, and empowering others to lead in your absence, not just issuing orders or checking boxes; love for what you do fuels authentic leadership.
Leadership from a Global Perspective - Maj. Gen. Thomas P. Sherman ’95
Q: What first drew you to the Air Force Academy and leadership over piloting?
A pivotal conversation with a master sergeant and the in-office discussion with his AOC convinced him leadership would let him shape people and outcomes more profoundly than being the lead pilot. He chose to pursue leadership early on, inspired by the note from an Airman First Class about needing a leader.

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This show centers on leadership lessons drawn from high-stakes environments, with a strong emphasis on mentorship, resilience, and serving others. Across episodes, listeners encounter stories from military leaders, federal agents, and corporate executives who narrate how discipline, integrity, and purpose translate into effective leadership in civilian settings, tech, and public service. Notable throughlines include the importance of mindset training (mind–body–spirit), leading under pressure, and translating military and crisis-management lessons into team-building, innovation, and organizational culture. The format often blends personal anecdotes with practical frameworks, making it valuable for aspiring leaders, managers overseeing diver... more

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