The Proceedings Podcast
U.S. Naval Institute
The Naval Institute is a private, not-for-profit educational institution whose mission is to provide an independent forum for those who dare to read, think, speak, and write to advance the professional, literary, and scientific understanding of sea power and other issues critical to global security.
Every week on the Proceedings Podcast, the Naval Institute's Director of Outreach, Ward Carroll, and the Editor-in-Chief of Proceedings, Bill Hamblet, talk about what's happening in the Sea Services, latest news from USNI News, stories in Proceedings and Naval History magazines, and interview Naval Institute authors. Deputy Editor Bill Bray joins the cast from time to time as well.
Every week on the Proceedings Podcast, the Naval Institute's Director of Outreach, Ward Carroll, and the Editor-in-Chief of Proceedings, Bill Hamblet, talk about what's happening in the Sea Services, latest news from USNI News, stories in Proceedings and Naval History magazines, and interview Naval Institute authors. Deputy Editor Bill Bray joins the cast from time to time as well.
Episodes
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Nov 25, 2019 • 36min
Proceedings Podcast Episode 119 - New Approach to Mental Health and Suicide
Retired Master Chief Ken Falke talks about treating mental health as a leadership issue.
Read his article here: https://www.usni.org/magazines/proceedings/2019/august/struggle-well-new-approach-mental-health-and-suicide

Nov 21, 2019 • 50min
Proceedings Podcast Episode 118 - Getting the Marines Back Aboard Ships
Maj. Brian Kerg, USMC, talks about aligning the Commandant's planning guidance and the Navy's strategic vision.
Related article: https://www.usni.org/magazines/proceedings/2019/november/what-does-navy-need-marine-corps

Nov 20, 2019 • 38min
Proceedings Podcast Episode 117 - From Sea to C-Suite with VADM Dawson
VADM Cutler Dawson talks about his life at sea and as CEO of NFCU.
Shop for his new book, "From the Sea to the C-Suite," at https://www.usni.org/press/books/sea-c-suite.

Nov 6, 2019 • 50min
Proceedings Podcast Episode 116 - Effective New Treatment for PTSD
COL Sean Mulvaney, MC, USA (Ret.) talks about his revolutionary treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder.
Read more at https://www.usni.org/magazines/proceedings/2019/november/ptsd-treat-epidemic-our-ranks

Oct 23, 2019 • 44min
Proceedings Podcast Episode 115 - 'The World Wonders' Mystery Revealed
Rich Frank, an Army veteran and author with a focus on military history, unpacks the enigmatic message known as "the world wonders" from the War in the Pacific. He delves into the communication flaws during pivotal naval confrontations like the Battle of Leyte Gulf, highlighting Admiral Nimitz's miscommunication with Halsey. The discussion also showcases the valor of Commander Ernest Evans and the contrasting roles of escort and Essex-class carriers. Rich's insights shed light on leadership and bravery in the face of chaos during World War II.

Oct 21, 2019 • 42min
Proceedings Podcast Episode 114 - Analyzing the Battle of Leyte Gulf
Richard Latour, Editor-in-Chief of Naval History Magazine, Brian O'Rourke, Editor at the Naval Institute, and Tom Cutler, Gordon England Chair of Professional Naval Literature, discuss the monumental Battle of Leyte Gulf. They delve into the battle's vast scale and historical importance, emphasizing leadership complexities and valor shown by figures like MacArthur and Halsey. Additionally, they explore the vital role of aerial warfare and the impact of personal accounts, all while highlighting key literature that narrates this pivotal naval engagement.

Oct 15, 2019 • 50min
Proceedings Podcast Episode 113 - Cold War ASW Lessons and Slade Cutter
CDR Joel Holwitt discusses the sub-on-sub lessons of the Cold War and remembers World War 2 hero Slade Cutter.
Read more:
https://www.usni.org/magazines/proceedings/2019/october/sub-vs-sub-asw-lessons-cold-war
https://www.usni.org/magazines/naval-history-magazine/2019/october/confidence-his-team

Oct 9, 2019 • 47min
Proceedings Podcast Episode 112 - Happy 146th Birthday, USNI!
The Proceedings Podcasts hosts review the history of the Naval Institute on the occasion of the organization's 146th anniversary.

Oct 2, 2019 • 47min
Proceedings Podcast Episode 111 - Conversation with ADM Jamie Foggo, USN
ADM Jamie Foggo, USN, Commander of Joint Forces Command Naples, and U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa, stops by the studio to talk NATO, Russia, Africa, Fourth Battle, and Third Offset.

Sep 26, 2019 • 49min
Proceedings Podcast Episode 110 - Conversation with MCPOCG
MCPOCG Jason Vanderhaden talks about his career and the issues facing the Coast Guard today.


