The Proceedings Podcast

LT Andrew Ray talks about his award-winning essay on the subject of using Coast Guard law enforcement detachments more effectively in the Indo-Pacific.

Dr. Kathy Sullivan talks about her life as an astronaut, scientist, agency chief, Navy reservist, and "deep sea tourist." The conversation includes her thoughts on climate change and the state of politics with respect to problem solving.

CMC Justin Gray talks about the costs of shore installations and how tight budgets and a changing culture are forcing leaders to re-think what the priorities are.

Naval historian Bill Prom talks about "the seventh frigate," a warship built as a payoff to Algiers - in essence America's first FMS transaction. More here: https://www.usni.org/magazines/naval-history-magazine/2020/august/seventh-frigate

Marine Corps historian Mark Folse talks about the two major prongs of MGEN John A. Lejeune's legacy from his time as Commandant of the Marine Corps.

LCDR Josh Portzer discusses his prize-winning essay about how Russia's unmanned nuclear torpedo can potentially upset the balance of power in the near future.

In the wake of the catastrophic fire aboard Bonhomme Richard, Master Chief Danielle Saunders and Petty Officer John Minor discuss how the Navy does damage control training.

Historian Skip Finley discusses his new book "Whaling Captains of Color" about the black Americans who pursued the hard road of the whaling industry to avoid slavery. More here: https://www.usni.org/press/books/whaling-captains-color

Retired ADM James Winnefeld, former VCJCS, talks about how the current geopolitical cycle could end with a major test of U.S. power and what should be done about it. Related: https://www.usni.org/magazines/proceedings/2020/july/winter-coming

Historian Bruce Taylor discusses the "golden age of Ironclads" and how those ships created a revolution in naval warfare. Related: https://www.usni.org/magazines/naval-history-magazine/2020/june/global-phenomenon

LCDR Desmond Walker makes recommendations about how the Navy can make real change toward better equality in the ranks in the wake of national chaos. Related: https://www.usni.org/magazines/proceedings/2020/june/burden-black-naval-officer

Petty Officer Second Class Denesha Smith has a conversation about her perspective on how naval professionals can stay focused on success in the challenging environment of naval life, operations, and warfare.

Capt. Matt Galadyk, USMC talks about getting Marines to the beach using smaller, faster boats in addition to the current ARG/MEU construct.

CENTCOM Fleet Master Chief Jamie Herdel talks about what it's like to be in a high-visibility joint billet and reviews the latest events around the AOR.

Two minority service members - a USCG commander and a Navy chief - talk about their career experiences and recommendations for how the military can leverage this moment in American life to improve equality within the ranks. More here: https://www.usni.org/magazines/proceedings/2020/june/racial-tension-america-requires-intrusive-military-leadership

LT Audrey Talbot reviews 6 of her 7 "truths" behind how to succeed as a first-tour division officer. More here: https://www.usni.org/magazines/proceedings/2020/june/truth-6-swo-ensigns-must-understand-how-set-tone

MCPOCG Jason Vanderhaden reviews the events of 2019 and updates the latest issues and accomplishments of the U.S. Coast Guard.

Futurist August Cole talks about his new novel, "Burn-In" and how humans might use data and interface with robots in the future.

"Jethro" Bodine and "Bus" Snodgrass review 2019 as well as the latest updates surrounding Naval Aviation.

Writer Garth Ennis and artist P.J. Holden discuss the details of creating "The Stringbags," the latest graphic novel from Dead Reckoning (an imprint of Naval Institute Press).

Shashi Kumar talks about how 2019 went for the merchant marine and how the industry is dealing with the crises created by the current pandemic.

MCPOCG (Ret.) Vince Patton and FLTCM (Ret.) Raymond Kemp discuss the history of the black experience and integration in the naval service, the challenges that still exist today, and the importance of continuing this conversation. For reference: https://www.usni.org/magazines/proceedings/1979/october/integration-navy-1941-1978

The team discusses the USNI annual meeting, the latest COVID-19 impacts on the fleet, and whether midshipmen should be able to get drafted to the NFL without any military obligation.

Historian RIchard Frank talks about "Tower of Skulls," his new book about the Asia-Pacific War between 1937-1942.

MAJ Brian Kerg, USMC discusses the matrix leaders sometimes have to navigate when doing right by subordinates and following orders aren't the same thing. Related article: https://www.usni.org/magazines/proceedings/2020/april/dont-just-shut-and-row