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#85 - It's Been a Journey. This is the last weekly episode of the podcast. A lot of stories were shared and while I plan to do occasional updates as I have enough content, it's certainly been a wonderful experience sharing my journey.    Thank you to those who pushed me, those who joined me as guests, and the many listeners from 51 countries around the world.   Have Courage and Be Kind....

#84 - I'm Retired - what now? This short episode shares the first year of being fully retired and what I came up with to fill my time. From renovating my condo, planning trips, and finding new hobbies, it seemed like a great plan.   Thank you for listening.  Please share and your rating is greatly appreciated. Princess Kona! invites you to visit her website. Consider supporting Safe Haven Bab...

#83-2 - Mom's Birthday . This second intermission is  done because I'm in the middle of a remodel project, taking time from doing the regular podcast. Today was Mom's birthday and this intermission episode shares some stories and how I'm memorializing her work in animal husbandry. Please consider giving to this endowment with this link: https://giving.umd.edu/giving/fund.php?na...

#83-1 Intermission, Adventures in Costa Rica. This episode is an intermission as I'm traveling this week. It shares some adventures on two adrenaline activities (for me at least) and the challenges that ensued. I hope you enjoy as I think they will put a smile on your face.   Thank you for listening.  Please share and your rating is greatly appreciated. Princess Kona! invites you to visit her...

#83 - I'm on the Cover & the Last Purple Rain . This episode shares some great awards and recognition for FDIC's Corporate University. In addition, I visit Winter from "Dolphin Tail" and sum up the last years of purple rain in a way to hopefully help others think about their own challenges.   Thank you for listening.  Please share and your rating is greatly appreciated. Pri...

#82-1 Intermission - this isn't a regular episode this week and provide a thoughtful reflection and will be back next week.   Share this short intermission if you know of someone who needs a boost. Maybe a challenging conversation is needed or is just working through life.   #communications #story #life #asianamericans #lgbt  Thank you for listening.  Please share and your rating is greatly a...

#82 - Jumping off a Mountain & Preparing the FDIC Future . This episode shares my experience participating in the NYC Biker 5 and the eventual abseiling off Table Mountain in South Africa. It ends with how we prepared the FDIC and the senior most leaders of the nation for future financial crisis' earning platitudes and more importantly, making a difference for the agency and the nation.  ...

#81 - Portugal & E-Biking. This episode starts with some leadership programs we integrated into the leadership program at the FDIC with solid success and what I try to continue to use to this day. A trip to Lisbon and learning about eBikes with eBike recommendations. It's fun. Announcing a new endowment at the University of Maryland College Park in my Mom's name; the  Barbara Holton...

#80 - Bank Crisis & Just a Birthday Card . This episode shares the ramp up to the financial crisis of 2009-2011; the enhancement and results of the FDIC leadership program, and some unique cultural nuances.   Thank you for listening.  Please share and your rating is greatly appreciated. Princess Kona! invites you to visit her website. Consider supporting Safe Haven Baby Boxes who provide a saf...

#79 - Travel Tips & Hey Mini, Let me Charge the Purchase! Great news; we added one more country, Israel bringing us up to 49 and one more state FINALLY - Wyoming, so four more states to go. This week’s episode takes a little tangent sharing my top 5 travel tips; best places I’ve been; the challenges of getting care at the VA; and what happens when I sue my car dealer for not taking my credit c...

#78 - The Terwilliger Board Room and Bucking Advice.  This episode shares my interest and growth of my philanthropy; the identification of an immediate budget need to expand Corporate University in Dallas against all odds; and building our brand outside the FDIC.   Thank you for listening.  Please share and your rating is greatly appreciated. Princess Kona! invites you to visit her website. Consid...

#77 -17 Years and 10 Years! . By chance this episode is being published on the 17th anniversary of my retirement of the the Air Force and not far off from 10 years retiring from the FDIC.  Kinda cool this episode landed on this date. This episode includes an unexpected promotion as an adjunct professor, navigating through the Veterans Affairs process for entitlements, and the foundation for the or...

#76 - A New Home & A New Job . This episode takes me through moving into my new condo and the process that unfolded ahead of taking a new job at the FDIC as Chief Learning Officer and Director of Corporate University.   Thank you for listening.  Please share and your rating is greatly appreciated. Princess Kona! invites you to visit her website. Consider supporting Safe Haven Baby Boxes who pr...

#75 - A Little Different Episode. This episode is a bit of a tangent due to being away and providing a 10,000 foot view of the News Isn't Funny...until it is podcast rather than being absent this week. There is an intersection with this podcast.    Thank you for listening.  Please share and your rating is greatly appreciated. Princess Kona! invites you to visit her website. Consider supportin...

#74 - So Long USAF & Hope this Condo Sells! After 28 years in the Air Force, the adventure comes to an end, alas, not without a hiccup. Moving from the military and the labyrinth that is the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is a challenge. Next is looking at options if I decide to work in a post-retirement world and that is an adventure all to itself. Finally, the last condo  is sold just a...

#73 - A Diagnosis & I know How Old You Are.  We kick off the year with when I officially learn how all the purple rain impacted me, with quite a bit of angst as a residual impact from my time at Malmstrom.  There are some fits and starts with my condo and yet, they work out for the best. Another bike accident and a new friend figures out my "real" age!   Thank you for listening.  Ple...

#72 - The Trip to Ukraine & a Big Decision . This episode shares how our trip to Ukraine in 2005 likely helped with the current war and a big decision is made professionally. I find a new condominium as my permanent home and a unique way to pay for it.   This is the final episode of the year and #73 will be released in January 2024!    Thank you for listening, sharing, and continuing on my jou...

#71 - We Speak German Here, Biking!! & The Taj . This episode includes official duty trips on behalf of the National Defense University to Switzerland, Bulgaria and India. I start biking to work to save money on gas and turns into a renewed passion. The trip to India included a side trip with the delegation to the Taj Mahal, an experience of a lifetime.   Thank you for listening.  Please share...

#70 - Lunch at the Beach & Back to Korea.  This episode continues the journey at the National Defense University assignment. Starting out with my experience with teaching online in the PhD program at UMUC, making progress at NDU and our Institutional Research and Academic Affairs Office, I also go on some early trips to Hawaii and back to Korea as a visiting professor. It's a great experi...

#69 - Thanksgivings of Yesteryear . This episode shares some Thanksgivings from the farm forward and a movie and a song that, for me, kick off the holiday season. The holiday season is full of wonder, joy, and excitement with family and friends. At the same time, for those who may have lost a loved one or friend this year or other years; the season can be challenging and so let's let the best...

#68 - Quick Look at FDIC & No Nuns Singing in the Hills.  This episode shares a quick perspective on the headlines made at the FDIC. Then, the journey continues at NDU and my first trip to Vienna and the kindness of a woman on the train. I also start a new part-time job to keep me busy.   This episode is dedicated to the Austrian woman who was so kind to a stranger in her country.   Thank you...

#67 - A Special Passport and the Billy Goat Trail . This episode returns to the assignment at the National Defense University and the areas of responsibility. In addition include stories about adventures in the DC Metro area.   Thank you for listening.  Please share and your rating is greatly appreciated. Princess Kona! invites you to visit her website. Consider supporting Safe Haven Baby Boxes wh...

#66 - Welcome Princess Kona! This episode is a little different. As I was out of town for half of the week, this is a tangent off my journey, jumping ahead the Princess Kona! being adopted. It's been just shy of our first year. I hope you enjoy this special episode.   Thank you for listening.  Please share and your rating is greatly appreciated. Princess Kona! invites you to visit her website...

#65 - New Assignment & A Promotion! This episode completes the time at Malmstrom AFB and moving on to a new and exciting assignment at the National Defense University in Washington DC. It provides a lay of the land as a foundation for the next couple of episodes. In addition, I finally get to pin on lieutenant colonel and have the time to do more things outside my job responsibilities.   Thank...

EP#64 - Challenges & So Long Malmstrom . First, a very important caution on the content of this episode.  This episode has challenging content and some may find difficult. It is not appropriate for listeners under the age of 18. PSA: There is help to prevent suicide and or suicide ideation through local and national resources as well as immediate assistance in times of need.  This episode move...