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American Valor Podcast
Through the unique intersection of Major League Baseball, the United States Navy and Marine Corps, we recognize and honor those who support our service men and women with the Bob Feller Act of Valor Award. By using the Bob Feller story, we educate the youth of today on the lessons of citizenship, service to one’s country, and personal sacrifice in times of great national need. Teaching the legacy of the greatest generation to the next generation will help instill in them the virtue of service…
Episodes
American Valor PodcastCEO of Vanguard Healthcare Staffing Lt Ed Dooling, USN (Ret).
Ed Dooling shares stories of the USS Iowa turret explosion tragedy and his thoughts on service within the military and business communities. Hosts: Peter…
American Valor PodcastPhilosophy, Leadership, and Small Acts of Valor with LTC JC Glick, USA (Ret.)
Thoughts on writing, philosophy, leadership, heroism, and valor. “LTC (Ret) JC Glick is a leadership consultant who advises at the strategic, operational, team…
American Valor PodcastMr. Kenny Lofton on Major League Baseball and Bob Feller
Cleveland Indians Hall of Famer Mr. Kenny Lofton shares stories from his seventeen seasons in Major League Baseball, including stealing bases, Omar Visquel…
American Valor PodcastFounder and CEO of Life Skills for Soldiers LT Brendan Duebner, USA (Ret.)
“While serving as an Army platoon leader, [the Life Skills for Soldiers] Founder realized there are far too many soldiers who lack basic life skills causing…
American Valor PodcastPGA Tour Golfer Lt Billy Hurley III, USN (Ret.)
Billy Hurley III graduated from the United States Naval Academy, where he played golf before becoming a Surface Warfare Officer and professional golfer on the…
American Valor PodcastSubmarines and Leadership with Rear Admiral Tom Kearney, USN (Ret.)
Retired Rear Admiral Tom Kearney speaks about his career path from Seaman Recruit to Vice Commander of Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), the role of…
American Valor PodcastTommy Lasorda: Reflections on a Life in the United States of America
The great American and ambassador of baseball Mr. Tommy Lasorda shares insights from his established career with the Los Angeles Dodgers on the American Valor…
American Valor PodcastMilitary Service, Purpose and Well Being with Project 9 Line's Patrick Donohue, USA (Ret.)
“At Project9line, our focus is to bridge the communication gap between Veterans and civilians. Through Outreach, Communication, and Purpose we enable veterans…
American Valor PodcastBaseball as a Social Institution and Authentic Leadership with Brewers VP of Community Relations Ms. Katina Shaw
Ms. Katina Shaw serves as the Vice President of Community Relations for the Milwaukee Brewers. Shaw shares stories of the community engagement activities she…
American Valor PodcastAmerican History and Military Service with National Baseball HOF and Museum VP of Education Mr. Jon Shestakofsky
Mr. Jon Shestakofsky serves as the Vice President of Communications and Education at the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. Shestakofsky shares his…
American Valor PodcastCourage and Values with CMDCM Bryan Exum, USN (Ret.)
Retired Navy Chief Bryan Exum shares the story of marrying during his Navy retirement ceremony and the challenges and rewards of representing over 70,000…
American Valor PodcastBob Feller, Baseball, and the Navy’s USS Cleveland with the Indians’ Mr. Jim Folk
Mr. Jim Folk is the Vice President (VP) of Ballpark Operations for the Cleveland Indians and Chairman of the USS Cleveland Legacy Foundation, with a vision of…
American Valor PodcastLeadership with Command Senior Enlisted Leader Enrique Acosta Gonzalez, USN (Ret.)
Enrique Acosta Gonzalez speaks about his background as a meteorologist and enlisted leader in the United States Navy. Mr. Gonzalez refers to selfless…
American Valor PodcastReading and Leadership with Commanding Officer John Laney, USN (Ret.)
Recently retired Navy Commanding Officer John Laney shares the story of his learning the importance of reading when he was surprised to be asked what he was…
American Valor PodcastCovering Baseball and Supporting the Military with Mr. Matt Eisner
Matt Eisner became the youngest professional blogger on mlb.com at the age of nine years. Mr. Eisner shares his memorable stories of covering baseball at a…
American Valor Podcast19th Anniversary of 9/11: Overcoming Unanswerable Questions with Mr. Brian Clark
Mr. Brian Clark shares his recollection of working in the World Trade Center for Euro Brokers and his story from above the impact zone of the World Trade…
American Valor PodcastService and Baseball with Mr. Luke Gillingham
Minor League Baseball player and retired Surface Warfare Officer Luke Gillingham shares his memories of playing baseball at the United States Naval Academy for…
American Valor PodcastChanging the World One Person at a Time with Judge Michael Allen
Judge Michael Allen speaks about his path to serving as one of nine judges on the United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims, the youngest federal…
American Valor PodcastThe Power of Positive Leadership with Retired Fleet Master Chief Scott Benning
Retired Fleet Master Chief Scott Benning speaks about the opportunities presented by the military for individuals to improve themselves while serving one’s…
American Valor PodcastAir Force and Entrepreneurship with Ms. Charlynda Scales
Ms. Charlynda Scales speaks of her time as an acquisitions officer in the United States Air Force, the bond she shared with her grandfather Charlie “Mutt”…
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Baseball Returns, The MLB in 2020
Leo Menchetti and Colin Kirk discuss current events and details surrounding the start of the 2020 MLB season. Walk4Valor Challenge Bob Feller Act of Valor…
American Valor PodcastCreating Ecosystems with Navy Veteran Alan Bottorff
“Retiring after 21 years of active service in the United States Navy, Alan Bottorff earned his Bachelor of Business Administration – Healthcare Management from…
American Valor PodcastCombining Forces to Honor the Fallen with Kevin Hertell and Chad Lennon
Over 20 veterans take their lives each day, evidence of a suicide epidemic within our country, a problem specifically prevalent within the veteran community…
American Valor PodcastJust Lead: Chief Petty Officer Terry Spain, USN (Ret.)
Retired Navy Chief Petty Officer Terry Spain speaks about his leadership philosophy, lessons learned in his life from family and military service, what it…
American Valor PodcastYour Service Matters: Rear Admiral Frank Thorp on Service and Finding the Good in People
Rear Admiral Frank Thorp speaks about his family’s longstanding service, within and outside of the military. He speaks about the principle of America’s service…
American Valor PodcastUSN Captain Greg Zettler: Courage to do the right thing and ownership in the mission
Captain Greg Zettler speaks about lessons of integrity as a priority of his education at the United States Naval Academy. Captain Zettler speaks about the…
American Valor PodcastMr. Buster Olney on National Baseball HOFer, Lieutenant Colonel Jerry Coleman
Mr. Buster Olney shares his upbringing around the game of baseball, his career as a sports columnist covering the game, Hall of Fame voting and personal…
American Valor PodcastDr. Himesh Lakhlani: Family, Education, and Support of Country
Dr. Himesh Lakhlani speaks about lessons learned from the difficult situations his parents lived through. His parents taught him hard work, commitment…
American Valor PodcastBaseball Author, Broadcaster Mr. Ed Randall: Baseball, Cancer and Life
Mr. Ed Randall speaks about his love of baseball while growing up, leading him to broadcast, report, and anchor professionally. He speaks about the challenges…
American Valor PodcastMr. Carl Erskine: Jackie Robinson's teammate, discipline, and change
"Baseball saw some of its biggest transformations in the 1940s and 50s. The introduction of night games, television, racial desegregation, and prevalence of…
American Valor PodcastMrs. Anne Feller on Mr. Bob Feller's Legacy
We are very fortunate to feature Mrs. Anne Feller, the widow of Mr. Bob Feller. Mrs. Feller shares incredible stories of Mr. Feller's recollection of his…
American Valor PodcastSports Journalist Ms. Lindsay Berra on Grandfather Yogi
On the American Valor Podcast, Sports Journalist Lindsay Berra speaks about her career decision and experience covering sports at the highest levels. She talks…
American Valor PodcastAuthor Anne Keene: Baseball and Military in World War II
Author Anne Keene began her career as a writer after graduating from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a journalism degree. Anne’s father…
American Valor PodcastAmerican Values, Leadership, and the Power of the Individual: 75th Secretary of the Navy the Honorable Ray Mabus
On the twentieth episode of the American Valor Podcast, we are honored to be joined by the 75th Secretary of the Navy: the Honorable Ray Mabus. "Mr. Mabus…
American Valor PodcastMemories of Bob Feller: a Lifetime of Service with the USS Alabama's Bill Tunnell
Mr. Bill Tunnell served as the Executive Director of USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park until 2015, a total of 19 years. Bill oversaw the maintenance and…
American Valor PodcastMarine Steve Gonzalez on Post Military Careers and Respect for Others
On the American Valor Podcast, Mr. Steve Gonzalez preaches the importance of being better each day. Steve joined the Marine Corps because he realized that…
American Valor PodcastMLB Veteran Doug Flynn: Baseball, Big Red Machine, Community Service
Doug Flynn grew up playing several sports in Lexington, Kentucky. He attended the University of Kentucky and Somerset Community College before playing 11…
American Valor PodcastSemper Fi with Marine Corps Reserve Major Chad Lennon: Significance Through Service
Major Lennon speaks about his decision to join the Marine Corps and his service in both the active and reserve components of the Marine Corps, as well as his…
American Valor PodcastVice Admiral Jay Donnelly: Submarines, Service to Others, and Valor
Vice Admiral John “Jay” Donnelly (United States Navy, Retired) is Vice President of Advanced Technologies for Huntington Ingalls Industries. Jay serves as an…
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2019 Bob Feller Act of Valor Award Ceremony
The Bob Feller Act of Valor Award Foundation is proud to present a promotional speaker event between our podcast team of Nathaniel Cameron, Tyler Buchholz, and…
American Valor PodcastLessons of Leadership with Dr. CJ Mitchell: 15th Force Master Chief of the Navy Reserve
In our twelfth installment, Dr. CJ Mitchell, the 15th Force Master Chief of the Navy Reserve, chats with the podcast team of Nathaniel Cameron, Tyler Buchholz…
American Valor PodcastMitch Harris: Naval Officer to Major League Baseball Pitcher
Mitch Harris, the second Naval Academy graduate to play Major League Baseball, speaks about his adjustment to life at the Naval Academy, maintaining his…
American Valor Podcast70th Secretary of the Navy the Honorable John H. Dalton
On the American Valor Podcast, the 70th Secretary of the Navy, the Honorable John H. Dalton, reflects on his life: attending the United States Naval Academy…
American Valor PodcastCatching Every Ball with Baseball Legend Johnny Bench
Mr. Johnny Bench speaks about his upbringing in Oklahoma, which was the inspiration for his values of hard work that he learned from his parents, as his father…
American Valor PodcastNaval Academy Baseball Coach Paul Kostacopoulos
In our eighth episode, Nathaniel Cameron and Colin Kirk talk to United States Naval Academy Head Baseball Coach Paul Kostacopoulos. The team discusses Coach…
American Valor PodcastBrad Ziegler: Major League Baseball and Support of Military
In our seventh installment, the podcast team of Nathaniel Cameron, Tyler Buchholz and Colin Kirk speak with retired eleven year Major League Baseball pitcher…
American Valor PodcastBob DiBiasio: Cleveland Indians and Bob Feller
In our sixth episode, the podcast team of Nathaniel Cameron, Tyler Buchholz and Colin Kirk speak to the Cleveland Indians' Senior Vice President of Public…
American Valor PodcastBaseball's Greatest Catcher to Ever Live Johnny Bench on Act of Valor Patriot Program
Nathaniel Cameron and Tyler Buchholz speak with the greatest catcher to ever live, class of 1989 National Baseball Hall of Fame member Johnny Bench. Previewing…
American Valor PodcastLou Bernardi: Baseball and Military
In our fifth episode, the podcast team of Nathaniel Cameron, Tyler Buchholz, and Colin Kirk speak with Lou Bernardi, the Chairman of the Baseball Committee for…
American Valor PodcastRetired Marine Corps Lieutenant General George Flynn on Military, Leadership
In our fourth installment, Nathaniel Cameron and Tyler Buchholz speak with Retired Lieutenant General George Flynn of the United States Marine Corps…
American Valor PodcastAdversity and Helping Others with Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant Johnathan Rose
In our third episode, the podcast team of Nathaniel Cameron, Tyler Buchholz, and Colin Kirk sit down with Gunnery Sergeant Jonathan S Rose of the United States…
American Valor PodcastRetired Army Command Sergeant Major Steve Curtis on Service to Country
Nathaniel Cameron, Tyler Buchholz and Colin Kirk speak with Retired Command Sergeant Major, Bob Feller Act of Valor Award Foundation Board Member and Education…
American Valor PodcastBob Feller Act of Valor Award Foundation President Peter Fertig
On the American Valor Podcast, the Bob Feller Act of Valor Foundation brings to life the stories of the 37 National Baseball Hall of Famers who served during…