Combat Exclusion

Pervasive Issues: Dr. Stephanie Bonnes

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of sexual harassment and sexual assault.  Dr. Stephanie Bonnes joins us to discuss her research on women in the armed forces. She discusses the pervasive issues of sexual harassment and sexual assault within the military's ranks based on years of study.

Proving Yourself: Captain Jordan Kelley

CPT Jordan Kelly, Engineer Officer and 2018 West Point Grad, speaks about her experiences serving as a combat engineer in a recently integrated unit. As the only female officer in her unit, she often had to prove herself over and over. She offers her perspective on the new Army Combat Fitness Test, insight into what it means to be a dual military couple, and critiques of the Army senior leadership selection process. As she looks forward to a career in the military, CPT Kelly reflects on what the Army needs to do to improve and how she very well could be a part of being the change she wants to see. Glossary:  NTC – National Training Center, located at Fort Irwin, CA. Units train here to certify they are prepared for combat operations. BEB – Engineer Battalion attached to a brigade combat team

The Backbone: CSM Chad Blansett and SGM Shirley Fisher

This week we’re joined by SGM Fisher and CSM Blanchett to offer us a critical perspective from the backbone of the Army - our NCO Corps. Between the two of them, we have over 40 years of experience leading men and women. They offer critical wisdom and advice to our young leaders and empower us all to be the change we want to see in our Army.

The Other Side of Leader's First: Antonieta Rico

Be Value Added: Captain Lyndi Barrett