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STARRS Podcast

STARRS Podcasts includes the series STARRS & Stripes which interviews military veterans, talks about their careers and military service, and their concerns about what is happening in today"s military. See our website, starrs.us, for more information.

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49:49

Woke Policies are Destroying the Military from the...

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2024/10/01

STARRS held a Joint Town Hall with the MacArthur Society of West Point Graduates and the Calvert Task Group. The guest speaker was Amber Smith, former Deputy Assistant to the Secretary of Defense for Outreach in Public Affairs. Amber is a former U.S. Army OH-58D Kiowa Warrior helicopter pilot and air mission commander in the 101st Airborne Division and flew two combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. She is also the author of the recent book, "Unfit to Fight: How Woke Policies Are Destroying Ou...

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83:51

The Amazing Military Aviation Life of F-4 Wild Weasel...

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2024/09/27

His Army Air Corps grandfather received his pilot license from Orville Wright and knew aviation legends like Charles Lindbergh and Amelia Earhart. His father served in the Air Force and in Korea. And third generation aviator Al Palmer flew fighter jets in the Air Force--including the famed F-4 "Wild Weasel" missions during the Vietnam War--then later changed to becoming a naval aviator in the Navy flying the new F-14 Tomcats off of aircraft carriers.We're turning the tables on this episode of...

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49:33

Tribute to the Leadership and Legacy of Warfighter...

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2024/09/20

What makes a military leader truly exceptional? Brigadier General Robert F. Titus, known as "Earthquake," exemplifies the qualities of a remarkable military warfighting career, and in this episode of STARRS & Stripes, we pay tribute to his remarkable legacy. Host CDR Al Palmer, USN ret, who served under Gen. Titus, talks with Bill Scott, retired editor at Aviation Week and Space Technology and author of the book "Earthquake" about Gen. Titus, as well as Lieutenant General Tom McInerney, U...

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58:22

Preserving Military Excellence through Leadership and...

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2024/09/12

Join STARRS & Stripes podcast with host CDR Al Palmer, US Navy ret, for an inspiring conversation with leaders of the Calvert Task Group: Naval Academy graduates Captain Tom Burbage, US Navy ret, and Lieutenant Commander Bruce Davey, US Navy ret, as they all share their remarkable journeys shaped by deep-rooted family legacies in military service. From Burbage’s childhood dreams sparked by naval officers to his impactful career at Lockheed Martin, and Davey's exhilarating experience ...

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90:51

Upholding the Warrior Ethos in the Military:...

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2024/09/06

STARRS & Stripes host CDR Al Palmer, USN ret interviews retired Army Special Forces Major Drew Dix, Medal of Honor recipient and a member of the STARRS advisory board. They cover his journey from enlisting in the Army at 17 to his experiences as a Special Forces soldier in Vietnam. Major Dix’s narrative highlights the significance of camaraderie, the warrior spirit, and the unbreakable bonds forged in the line of duty.Major Dix's recounts his covert CIA mission in Vietnam to train and lea...

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59:02

Flying the F-14 Tomcat: Lessons in Leadership and...

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2024/08/27

Ever wonder what it takes to fly one of the Navy's most iconic jets? Join STARRS & Stripes podcast with host CDR Al Palmer, USN ret, for an in-depth conversation with retired Navy Commander Dave "Bio" Baranek, as he shares his fascinating journey from a young aviation enthusiast inspired by air shows, to becoming a seasoned F-14 Radar Intercept Officer (RIO) in the Navy. Discover the compelling stories behind his experiences with various squadrons, including VF-24, and gain unique insight...

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54:32

Major General Joe Arbuckle on Meritocracy,...

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2024/08/20

What does it take to rise from a private to a Major General in the U.S. Army? Major General Joe Arbuckle, US Army ret, joins STARRS & Stripes podcast host CDR Al Palmer, US Navy ret, to share his military journey, influenced by his father’s service and his decision to volunteer during the Vietnam War. He talks about his early training, his role as an infantry advisor in Vietnam, and his first-hand experiences during the pivotal Easter Offensive of 1972. Arbuckle paints a vivid picture of ...

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46:56

Shifts in Military Culture: Insights from Lt General...

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2024/08/15

Is the U.S. military compromising its unity and readiness for the sake of progressive ideologies? Join STARRS & Stripes host Commander Al Palmer, USN ret, as he talks with Lt General Rod Bishop, USAF ret, about the controversial inclusion of Critical Race Theory (CRT) and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI) initiatives within our armed forces. They tackle head-on the impacts these policies have on military cohesion and meritocracy, illustrated by examples like the production of a Black Liv...

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27:16

Lt General Rod Bishop: From USAFA to Leading Seven...

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2024/08/12

Meet STARRS Chairman of the Board Lt. General Rod Bishop, USAF ret, USAFA '74, interviewed by STARRS & Stripes Host CDR Al Palmer (USN ret). Gen. Bishop talks about his time at the Air Force Academy as a young cadet and his Air Force career which led him to leading many different commands in USAF, including the 3rd Air Force in Europe.General Bishop talks about the cultural shifts in the Air Force and Air Force Academy he observed upon retiring – shifts that motivated him to found STARRS....

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60:22

From USAFA to Air Force Leader: Discipline,...

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2024/08/02

STARRS & STRIPES Interviews: Meet STARRS President and CEO Col. Ron Scott, PhD, USAF ret, USAFA '73 -- his experiences as a cadet at the US Air Force Academy, lessons from his Air Force military career and thoughts on the military today.Have you ever wondered how a chance encounter can alter the course of your life? Join me, CDR Alan Palmer (USN ret), your STARRS & Stripes host, as I sit down with STARRS President Colonel Ron Scott (USAF ret) to unravel his remarkable journey to and t...

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42:39

DEI's Impact on Military Unity, Readiness and...

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2024/08/02

Are our military forces less prepared today than they were after World War II? Join us as Commander Al Palmer, USN ret, and Colonel Ron Scott, PhD, USAF ret, USAFA '73, the President & CEO of STARRS (Stand Together Against Racism and Radicalization in the Services) confront this disturbing question. We uncover the findings from the Commission on the National Defense Strategy and recall pivotal moments in military history, such as the Vietnam War, that showcased a united front irrespective...

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