Na Koa Exchange - (Boots Wings and More) Hawai‘i State Department of Defense Podcast

In this episode of Na Koa Exchange Maj. Gen. Joseph R. Harris II speaks about his long career for enlisted A1C to Master Sergeant then to from Captain to Major General

Host Jeff Hickman, State of Hawai‘i Department of Defense Public Affairs director, sits down with three guests representing different eras and perspectives of the Hawaiʻi Air National Guard’s Royal Guard: Randy Lum (one of the unit’s earliest members and former Kāpena Moku), Franklin Ho (former member and Kāpena Moku ) and Dr. Niklaus Schweitzer, former executive director of ʻIolani Palace, author...

In this episode of the Na Koa Exchange podcast, host State of Hawai‘i Department of Defense Public Affairs Director, Jeff Hickman, speaks with Rod and Malery DuPont from the Military and Family Readiness program for the Hawai‘i Army and Air National Guard. The discussion highlights the core mission of Military and Family Readiness: serving as a “one-stop shop” for resources that support service me...

A discussion with MG Macaraeg just before his retirement

Join us with Lt Col. Kawika Hosea as we discuss a forgotten moment in World War II history the sinking of the USAT Royal T. Frank and the survivors the "Torpedo Gang"

Today we talk with the IP3 Team about the upcoming DEOCS survey

Introducing our new designer Ruben Duldulao and the redesign of the pūpūkahi

In this episode we introduce our new deputy Rachel Blair and look at their project making the Hawai‘i Department of Defense history available on our website.

Chief Fox and Jeff talk about what they learned during the production of the "Chief's Nine

Join Chief Fox and Jeff with special guests Capt. Christina Burly nad Capt. Kuhinapuitetamalai Naki from the 487th Field Artillery and their discussion about woman in the combat arms.

Join Chief Fox and Jeff as they talk with two previous Command Senior Enlisted Leaders Chief Master Sgt Rob Lee, and Chief Master Sgt. Will Parker

Join Chief Fox and Jeff as they discuss mentorship and leadership development with Master Sgt. Soloman Makaneole B777th, and Chief Master Sgt. Bradley Spencer 169th ADS.

Join Chief Fox and Jeff Hickman as they discuss time management and priorities with Senior Master Sergeant Noa Morse and Senior Master Sergeant Joleen Morse a married couple who balance family and serving in the 203rd Air Refueling Squadron (Noa) and the 204th Airlift Squadron Joleen.

Join Chief Fox and Jeff as they talk about emotional intelligence with Command Sgt. Maj. Scott Stimpson and Chief Master Sgt. Misty Park

The HIDOD podcast, the Na Koa Exchange, is featuring the Command Senior Enlisted Advisor, Command Chief Master Sgt. Zandra Fox. The CSEL’s series called the “Chief’s 9” will have 9 episodes on her initiatives that feature Guardsmen “talking story” and sharing insights. Join them as they talk about their “Guard Story. The guests for this show are Staff Sgt. Shane Seggar, , Hawaii Army National Guar...

The HIDOD podcast, the Na Koa Exchange, is featuring the Command Senior Enlisted Advisor, Command Chief Master Sgt. Zandra Fox. The CSEL’s series called the “Chief’s 9” will have 9 episodes on her initiatives that feature Guardsmen “talking story” and sharing insights. Join them as they talk about the importance of resilience a key component in individual and unit readiness. The guests for this sh...

Members of the Integrated Primary Prevention office Speak with Jeff about the Defense Organizational Climate  Survey  ( DEOCS ). Considering questions about the survey. What is the DEOCS survey?    Who should do the survey?   Why should HING members do the survey?     When will the survey be available for HING members to take?    Where will the survey be located for HING members to take?    How lo...

The HIDOD podcast, the Na Koa Exchange, is featuring the Command Senior Enlisted Advisor, Command Chief Master Sgt. Zandra Fox. The CSEL’s series called the “Chief’s 9” will have 9 episodes on her initiatives that feature Guardsmen “talking story” and sharing insights. Join them as they talk about the  spectrum of leadership styles. The guests for this show are Staff Sgt. Angie Alcala, Small Group...

Command Sgt Maj Kumalae and Chief Master Sgt Hubbard join Command Chief Master Sgt Fox and discuss how Warrior Ethos has influenced their careers, experiences and how they instill it in today’s force.   

Introduction to the Chiefʻs 9, discussion about the new logo, and future topics and episodes to come with Chief Master Sgt. Zandra Fox, Hawaii National Guard Senior Enlisted Leader.