Paul Pantani

Transition Drill

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The Transition Drill Podcast is the ultimate guide for military transition, veteran transition, and first responder civilian transition. Hosted by retired police commander Paul Pantani, this show helps active-duty service members, police officer, firefighters, and EMS navigate life after service, identity shifts, and career pivots. Through interviews, learn tactical strategies for military retirement, first responder career changes, and finding purpose after the uniform. If you are searching for veteran career advice, mental resilience, and life after the military, prepare for the pivot here.

Author

Paul Pantani

Category

Business

Podcast website

transitiondrillpodcast.com

Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

Tactical Transition Tips: Round 33 | Choose Your Hard 15.08.2024

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 33 of the Tactical Transition Tips series on the Transition Drill Podcast, advice is tailored to police officers, first responders, and military veterans at various stages of their career transition. Whether you're on the cusp of change, planning a few...

156. Marine Corps Captain to Model | A Bold Move into Acting and Entertainment. Garyth Barnes 12.08.2024

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to be planning and implementing strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In this episode of the Transition Drill Podcast, jump into the life journey of Garyth Barnes, a dedicated Marine Corps officer, as he shares his experiences from a structured Southern Baptist upbringing to the disciplined world of the military. Garyth is...

Tactical Transition Tips: Round 32 | Set the Example 08.08.2024

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 32 of the Tactical Transition Tips series on the Transition Drill Podcast, advice is tailored to police officers, first responders, and military veterans at various stages of their career transition. Whether you're on the cusp of change, planning a few...

155. Hair Metal to Handcuffs: Deputy Sheriff Sgt. (Ret.) | Today CEO of Snow Woodworks. James Snow 05.08.2024

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to be planning and implementing strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In this episode of the Transition Drill Podcast, sit down with James Snow, a retired Sergeant with 28.5 years of service with several Southern California law enforcement agencies; he retired from the San Bernardino Sheriff's Department in 2023. He tal...

Tactical Transition Tips: Round 31 | Job Market Trends 01.08.2024

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 31 of the Tactical Transition Tips series on the Transition Drill Podcast, advice is tailored to police officers, first responders, and military veterans at various stages of their career transition. Whether you're on the cusp of change, planning a few...

154. An Event Took Him From Computers to Being a Cop and Krav Maga | Retired CHP Lt. Kelley Moore 29.07.2024

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to be planning and implementing strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In this episode of the Transition Drill Podcast, Kelley Moore shares his journey from growing up in a close-knit, church-going family to his career in law enforcement. Moore discusses the pivotal moment that steered him away from computer consulting into...

Tactical Transition Tips: Round 30 | Professional Demeanor 25.07.2024

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 30 of the Tactical Transition Tips series on the Transition Drill Podcast, advice is tailored to police officers, first responders, and military veterans at various stages of their career transition. Whether you're on the cusp of change, planning a few...

153. A Firefighter's Journey Through Trauma Addiction and Self Destructive Ideations. Matty Fiorenza 22.07.2024

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to be planning and implementing strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In this compelling podcast episode, Matt "Matty" Fiorenza shares his incredible journey from a troubled childhood to becoming a firefighter. Over his life and his 22 years in the fire service, he's addressed and overcome injuries to his back...

Flashback Friday | (Ep. 56 Recap) Former Cop Career Ending Medical. Jose Rodriguez 19.07.2024

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to be planning and implementing strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In this Flashback Friday episode of the Transition Drill Podcast, we recap Episode 56 with Jose Rodriguez. Jose grew up knowing he was going to be a cop. He graduated high school early and began working as a volunteer with the local fire department. At th...

Tactical Transition Tips: Round 29 | Risk Management 18.07.2024

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 29 of the Tactical Transition Tips series on the Transition Drill Podcast, advice is tailored to police officers, first responders, and military veterans at various stages of their career transition. Whether you're on the cusp of change, planning a few...

152. Serving America: Army Medic | Police Officer | Security Co. CEO | Ran for Congress. Josiah O'Neil 15.07.2024

In this episode of the Transition Drill Podcast, sit down with Josiah O'Neil, whose journey from military service to political candidacy is sure to resonate with military veterans and first responders. Josiah chronicles his early enlistment in the Army at 17, his experiences as a combat medic during the Iraq War, and his transition to working as a military contractor. He shares his time as a p...

Tactical Transition Tips: Round 28 | Exploration and Growth 11.07.2024

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 28 of the Tactical Transition Tips series on the Transition Drill Podcast, advice is tailored to police officers, first responders, and military veterans at various stages of their career transition. Whether you're on the cusp of change, planning a few...

151. Marine Corps Master Guns (Ret.) | Power of Jiu Jitsu & Boxing a Path to Mental Wellness. Marcus Dawson 08.07.2024

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to be planning and implementing strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In this powerful episode of the Transition Drill Podcast, sit down with retired Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sergeant Marcus Dawson to explore his journey from the battlefield to the dojo. Marcus shares his experiences in the Marines, detailing the challen...

Tactical Transition Tips: Round 27 | Managing Stress 04.07.2024

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 27 of the Tactical Transition Tips series on the Transition Drill Podcast, advice is tailored to police officers, first responders, and military veterans at various stages of their career transition. Whether you're on the cusp of change, planning a few...

150. Annapolis to Entrepreneur | Navy Lt. | Trident Coffee CEO | Nitro Cold Brewing. Eric Johnson 01.07.2024

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to be planning and implementing strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. Join me in this episode of the Transition Drill Podcast, as I sit down with Eric Johnson, a former Navy officer and the CEO of Trident Coffee. Eric shares his journey from growing up in San Diego, attending the Naval Academy wanting to be a pilot, pivotin...

Tactical Transition Tips: Round 26 | Honor Their Memory 27.06.2024

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 26 of the Tactical Transition Tips series on the Transition Drill Podcast, advice is tailored to police officers, first responders, and military veterans at various stages of their career transition. Whether you're on the cusp of change, planning a few...

149. Navy SEAL Commander (Ret.) | Life After Combat and Gunfights | CEO Beyond the Brotherhood. Jimmy May 24.06.2024

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to be planning and implementing strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In this riveting episode of the Transition Drill Podcast, retired Navy SEAL Commander Jimmy May talks about his remarkable military journey, from his early days navigating the challenges of Navy SEAL training to his numerous deployments and leadership rol...

Tactical Transition Tips: Round 25 | Recommendations : Drones : Shelf Life 20.06.2024

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 25 of the Tactical Transition Tips series on the Transition Drill Podcast, advice is tailored to police officers, first responders, and military veterans at various stages of their career transition. Whether you're on the cusp of change, planning a few...

148. From TOPGUN Fighter Pilot to Politician and Elections | Retired Marine Corps LtCol. Mike O'Brien 17.06.2024

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to be planning and implementing strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In this episode of the Transition Drill Podcast, Join us for a conversation with retired Marine Lt. Col. Mike O'Brien, a TOPGUN graduate and former fighter squadron leader who has transitioned from a military career to the political arena. Mike takes...

Tactical Transition Tips: Round 24 | Stress : Storytelling : Personal Brand 13.06.2024

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 24 of the Tactical Transition Tips series on the Transition Drill Podcast, advice is tailored to police officers, first responders, and military veterans at various stages of their career transition. Whether you're on the cusp of change, planning a few...

147. From USMC to NYPD Lt. (Ret.) | Most Complained Cop | Now a Podcast Host Fighting to Help. Eric Dym 10.06.2024

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to be planning and implementing strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In this episode of the Transition Drill Podcast, Eric Dym, a retired NYPD Lieutenant and Marine Corps veteran, chronicles his journey from the streets of New York to overseas and an 18 year career with the NYPD. Eric shares his lifelong passion for martia...

Flashback Friday | (Ep. 45 Recap) Former Navy SWCC. Guy Smith 07.06.2024

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to be planning and implementing strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In this Flashback Friday episode of the Transition Drill Podcast, we recap Episode 45 with Guy Smith. Guy was born and raised in South Central Los Angeles. Though gangs were all around him, a strong and influential grandmother and family kept him out of t...

Tactical Transition Tips: Round 23 | Peer Group : Leadership : Hobbies 06.06.2024

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 23 of the Tactical Transition Tips series on the Transition Drill Podcast, advice is tailored to police officers, first responders, and military veterans at various stages of their career transition. Whether you're on the cusp of change, planning a few...

146. The Tactical Chaplain: Air Force Academy to SWAT Cop & Strength Coach. Matt Domyancic 03.06.2024

As a military veteran or first responder, you must plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In this compelling episode of the Transition Drill Podcast, Matt Domyancic, a former Air Force Academy cadet, strength coach, medically retired police officer, and today police chaplain, shares his journey from a sports-driven childhood to a career dedicated to suppor...

Tactical Transition Tips: Round 22 | Job Fairs : Published : AI 30.05.2024

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 22 of the Tactical Transition Tips series on the Transition Drill Podcast, advice is tailored to police officers, first responders, and military veterans at various stages of their career transition. Whether you're on the cusp of change, planning a few...

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