Paul Pantani
Transition Drill
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.
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Paul Pantani
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Oct 26, 2026
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Episodes
165. Johnny Walker: An Iraqi Soldier's Brotherhood with Navy SEALs, PTSD, Loyalty, and his American Dream. 14.10.2024 1:56:20
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, I got to sit down for a second conversation with Riyadh Al Ahmady (Codename: Johnny Walker). Johnny Walker was born and raised in Iraq, served in the Iraqi Army, and eventually fought along side Navy SEALs....
Tactical Transition Tips: Round 40 | Think Big, Start Small 10.10.2024 27:49
As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 40 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 yea...
164. Retired Marine Lt. Col. | Active Police Officer | Running for Mayor of San Diego. Larry Turner 07.10.2024 2:01:26
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 Larry Turner, retired Marine Corps Lt. Col., current police officer, and who is also currently a candidate for Mayor of San Diego. Explore his life journey, from growing up in Northern Califor...
Tactical Transition Tips: Round 39 | Lead Yourself Before Others 03.10.2024 30:26
As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 39 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 yea...
163. Retired Marine Harrier Pilot's Transition Struggles | Today Commercial Airline Pilot. Phil Kendro 30.09.2024 1:36:14
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, retired Marine Corps Major, Phil Kendro shares his life journey from a young boy inspired by his grandfather's military service in the Navy to a Marine pilot and Forward Air Controller (FAC). Kendro candidl...
Tactical Transition Tips: Round 38 | Prioritize Mental Health 26.09.2024 28:45
As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 38 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...
162. Turning Pain Into Purpose: A Marine Overcoming Trauma and Helping Veterans. Diego Garcia 23.09.2024 1:47:05
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, Marine Corps veteran Diego Garcia shares his incredible life journey, from growing up as an undocumented immigrant in the gang-filled streets of Los Angeles to serving on the frontlines in Iraq. Diego opens...
Tactical Transition Tips: Round 37 | Develop a Civilian Mindset 19.09.2024 25:25
As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 37 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...
161. Lessons From a Firefighter Turned Sunglasses Entrepreneur | Owner Frontline Optics. Mike Ettenberg 16.09.2024 1:19:32
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 Mike Ettenberg, a former firefighter and entrepreneur, to explore his journey from growing up in Santa Barbara to finding his calling in the fire service, all while navigating the challenges o...
Tactical Transition Tips: Round 36 | Get Back on Track 12.09.2024 37:44
As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 36 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...
160. Overcoming Adversity to Retired Deputy Chief Postal Inspector | Today VP TalentSmartEQ. Greg Campbell 09.09.2024 1:57:36
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, Greg Campbell, a seasoned law enforcement officer, public information expert, and veteran advocate, shares his life journey from the streets of Compton, California, to his impactful work with the U.S. Posta...
159. 75th Ranger Regiment to Physical Therapy and Owner GRND Apparel Fitness & Community. Harrison Lewis 02.09.2024 1:41:02
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 the conversation with Harrison Lewis, a former Army Ranger and military officer whose journey from a military upbringing to the challenges of the ROTC program, the trials of Ranger School, and his tran...
Tactical Transition Tips: Round 35 | Use Setbacks for Growth 29.08.2024 27:48
As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 35 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...
158. Army Veteran | Today Reality Center - Psychedelic Trauma Therapy Without Drugs. Jonathan Chia 26.08.2024 2:30:17
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, Jonathan Chia takes us on a compelling journey through his life, from his upbringing in Cincinnati, Ohio, to his battles with addiction and his eventual redemption through military service. Growing up in a...
Tactical Transition Tips: Round 34 | Don't Waste Time 22.08.2024 20:55
As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 34 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...
157. Jailed Navy SEAL Finds Purpose after Chaos | Today Helping and Inspiring Others. Taylor Cavanaugh 19.08.2024 1:54:52
Taylor Cavanaugh, a former Navy SEAL and French Foreign Legion, in Episode 157 of the Transition Drill Podcast. Taylor Cavanaugh’s story is a hard look at what happens when momentum outruns self-awareness, and what it takes to rebuild when the uniform is gone. He starts with a childhood that moved from Boston to Southern California and a home shaped by instability, separation, and an early exposur...
Tactical Transition Tips: Round 33 | Choose Your Hard 15.08.2024 29:26
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 2:08:28
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 31:41
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 2:24:38
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 26:23
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 1:36:16
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 30:47
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 2:00:28
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 11:01
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...
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