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Permission To Speak Freely
Hosted by Damon Leggins and Andamo McCullough · EN
Damon and Damo (active duty Command Master Chiefs) share sea stories and have unfiltered conversations about current events, policies, and everyday life as a service member.
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Episode 86 | ”Pop-A-Lock” *Fixed Audio*
Sep 11, 2023Tap to summarizeThere is no such thing as a podcast without a Beyoncé debate. Here is ours. Are we ready for a Fleet Week in Miami? Should an E2 be driving around in a Tesla? The trio discusses some of the most toxic Navy eras that they can remember. Damon and Tisha debate if Cecily Aguilar’s 30-year sentence was fair or unfair. Damo asks if anyone has ever supported a command sports team. Are there any benefits to going outside of your rate for a package review? The team talks negative stereotypes about their rates and departments. Do Better: Damon - discusses his sleep doctor. Tisha - SoFi or ticket master. “Favoritism” is discussed. Is it once a Chief, always a Chief, right? Is the connection between the CPO Mess and the Wardroom in need of a boost? Remember to follow the ‘Permission to Speak Freely’ podcast on TikTok, Facebook, Discord, Instagram, Twitter, and subscribe on YouTube. Keep up with the ‘Permission to Speak Freely’ podcast on our social media and Youtube - https://linktr.ee/Ptsfpodcast Links and more from this Episode: Additional Credits: PTSF “Theme Music” - Produced by Lim0
Transcribe →”Part of the Problem”
May 15, 2023Tap to summarizeAll smoke no gas! We are on b.s. all episode! To our sophisticated listeners, go ahead and skip this one. We are having some fun on this episode. Damo checks in with Damon and Tisha to see about their recent activities on the internet. The trio discusses a clip from a recent episode of the Joe Budden Podcast about the Navy being seen as the “soft” branch of the military. Next up, those estranged family members that ask to borrow money every time they see you. Being in the military does not make us millionaires. Shout out to all of our new followers on TikTok. PTSF had a mini moment in the comments. Damon owes Aviation Department an explanation. We hope it’s accepted. We do not want any smoke with Aviation! Damo highlights the “one guy who works in the ship’s office.” Much love to the ladies, these are all jokes. Damon went to a Lil Wayne concert but Lil Wayne didn’t. Damon tells exactly how he feels about this. Damo addresses an irresponsible article that was shared on the PTSF Facebook page. Are “No Shave Chits” unfair? Is it easier for a black Sailor to get a chit for PFB than a white Sailor? Have you ever been told by your Chief that you wouldn’t get in much trouble at NJP and you got the book thrown at you? Everyone shares their “DRB” stories. The Navy recently welcomed 'Sage', an operational stress control dog, aboard the USS Gerald R. Ford for deployment. The story of Master Chief Charlie gets highlighted. Damon has an issue with LCS manning. Is there any value in having a command motorcycle safety program in today’s time? What’s going on in schools these days? The team tackles another round of “questions from listeners.” Damo details a few things that came up in a recent leadership panel that he sat on. These topics and more are covered in this episode. Remember to follow the ‘Permission to Speak Freely’ podcast on TikTok, Facebook, Discord, Instagram, Twitter, and subscribe on YouTube. Keep up with the ‘Permission to Speak Freely’ podcast on our social media and Youtube - https://linktr.ee/Ptsfpodcast Links and more from this episode: Damon’s Blenders: You can’t be serious, but if you are, hit his facebook page up. No we aren’t giving you the link. Operational Stress Control Dog - https://www.wsaz.com/2023/05/08/uss-gerald-r-ford-welcomes-aboard-therapy-dog-during-deployment/ Navy Captain Fired/ Goat Story - https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3071209/Navy-captain-loses-job-GOAT-kept-board-missile-cruiser-chained-stern-2-600-mile-voyage.html Damo’s Book Suggestion: Make Your Bed (Admiral William H. McRaven) - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/31423133-make-your-bed Additional Credits: PTSF “Theme Music” - Produced by Lim0
Transcribe →The One About The Wardroom (Feat. LTJG Charles Davis)
Aug 30, 2021Tap to summarizeThis episode is dedicated to Andamo’s stepmother, Mrs. Stephanie McMillian, who recently passed away. In addition, this episode is dedicated to the service members and civilians who lost their lives in the deadly Kabul airport attack. On this episode: Damon and Damo are joined by LTJG Charles Davis to discuss the importance of the relationship between the Division Officer and the LCPO. They begin by discussing fraternization. The guys take the time out to recognize the service-members and civilian that were killed in the Kabul airport attacks. Medal of Honor recipient, BMC Edwin Joseph Hill, who was fatally wounded during the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor. Damo asks a question about CDBs and Midterms. Ways to create more diversity amongst the higher ranks in the Navy are discussed. LTJG Davis describes his worst and favorite moments as a Division Officer. Of course sea stories are traded like challenge coins on this episode. Should leadership always be held accountable for the actions of their subordinates. These and more topics are covered on this episode. Remember to follow the ‘Permission to Speak Freely Podcast’ on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and subscribe on Youtube. Please send all questions to: ptsfpodcast@gmail.com Links and more information from this episode: Become a commissioned Officer https://www.navy.com/joining-the-navy/ways-to-join/become-a-commissioned-officer Kabul Airport Attack https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.wsj.com/amp/articles/afghanistan-kabul-airport-explosion-11629976397 BMC Edwin Joseph Hill Medal of Honor Citation https://www.cmohs.org/recipients/edwin-j-hill Information on Midterms https://work.chron.com/navy-midterm-evaluation-requirements-30293.html Career Development Boards https://askinglot.com/what-is-a-career-development-board Fleet and Family Support Services https://www.cnic.navy.mil/ffr/family_readiness/fleet_and_family_support_program.html Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans https://m.imdb.com/title/tt1095217/ Damo’s Book of the Week: It’s Your Ship: Management Techniques From The Best Damn Ship in the Navy (by Captain D. Michael Abrashoff) https://www.amazon.com/Its-Your-Ship-Management-Anniversary/dp/145552302X/ref=asc_df_145552302X_nodl/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312111907622&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=15116845824737301318&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9007736&hvtargid=pla-434386265225&psc=1 Movie Reviewed: Top Gun https://m.imdb.com/title/tt0092099/ Intro Music Produced by: Lim0 Logo Artwork/Design by: Natashya Vince
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