Paul Pantani has a distinguished law enforcement and public safety career spanning over three decades. As a seasoned leader and highly regarded expert in the field, Paul’s dedication and commitment to excellence has equipped him with a unique blend of skills and experiences. In 2021, Paul launched the Transition Drill Podcast, where he interviews former first responders and military veterans. This initiative highlights his commitment to addressing the importance of career transition preparation, especially given the mental/physical health challenges these professionals face.
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The ultimate podcast for military veterans, police officers, firefighters, and first responders preparing for life after service. As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and impleme…
The ultimate podcast…
The ultimate podcast for military veterans, police officers, firefighters, and first responders preparing for life after service. As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 50 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 years down the line, or envisioning a decade ahead, this episode has you …
The ultimate podcast for military veterans, police officers, firefighters, and first responders preparing for life after service. As a military veteran or first responder, you need to be planning and …
The ultimate podcast…
The ultimate podcast for military veterans, police officers, firefighters, and first responders preparing for life after service. 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, listen to the inspiring journey of retired Chief Warrant Officer Kathryn Warren. From her early days growing up in Ohio to her 26 years of service in the U.S. Marine Corps, Kathryn shares her unique path into the military, including the challenges and triumphs that shaped her…
The ultimate podcast for military veterans, police officers, firefighters, and first responders preparing for life after service. As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and impleme…
The ultimate podcast…
The ultimate podcast for military veterans, police officers, firefighters, and first responders preparing for life after service. As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 49 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 years down the line, or envisioning a decade ahead, this episode has you …
The ultimate podcast for military veterans, police officers, firefighters, and first responders preparing for life after service. As a military veteran or first responder, you need to be planning and …
The ultimate podcast…
The ultimate podcast for military veterans, police officers, firefighters, and first responders preparing for life after service. 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, follow the extraordinary journey of Robert Sweetman, from his demanding tenure in the military as a Navy SEAL to his impactful transition into Sleep science. Robert shares his compelling story of resilience, shaped by personal struggles, including injury, Depression, and fina…
The ultimate podcast for military veterans, police officers, firefighters, and first responders preparing for life after service. As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and impleme…
The ultimate podcast…
The ultimate podcast for military veterans, police officers, firefighters, and first responders preparing for life after service. As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 48 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 years down the line, or envisioning a decade ahead, this episode has you …
The ultimate podcast for military veterans, police officers, firefighters, and first responders preparing for life after service. As a military veteran or first responder, you need to be planning and …
The ultimate podcast…
The ultimate podcast for military veterans, police officers, firefighters, and first responders preparing for life after service. 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, Johann Figueroa shares his transformative journey from his childhood struggles to his time in the Navy, where he confronted internal demons while serving as a Corpsman. Johann opens up about his battles with self-sabotage during his time in the military and his transition and…
As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 47 of the Tactical Transition Tips series on the Transit…
As a military vetera…
As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 47 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 years down the line, or envisioning a decade ahead, this episode has you covered.In this episode, the three transition tips addressed are: Close Range - Mind Map Your Ideal Future Medium Range - Lean …
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, Don Tr…
As a military vetera…
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, Don Tran shares his journey from a troubled youth in California, to becoming a Marine Raider and co-founder of Deep End Fitness. Don recounts his early struggles, including family pressures, run-ins with the law, and the pivotal decision to join the Marine Corps. He dives into his combat deployments in Iraq and his transformation through leadership, resilience, and the challenges of transitioning out of…
As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 46 of the Tactical Transition Tips series on the Transit…
As a military vetera…
As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 46 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 years down the line, or envisioning a decade ahead, this episode has you covered.In this episode, the three transition tips addressed are: Close Range - Learn the Job Market Medium Range - Write and P…
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, follow…
As a military vetera…
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, follow the journey of William Lu, a Houston native whose path led him to college and then to the Navy, inspired by his younger brother's service. Through the training at OCS and the challenges of Navy life, William faced career-defining moments that shaped his resilience and adaptability. After transitioning out of the military, his candid account of grappling with uncertainty and finding his way throug…
As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 45 of the Tactical Transition Tips series on the Transit…
As a military vetera…
As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 45 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 years down the line, or envisioning a decade ahead, this episode has you covered.In this episode, the three transition tips addressed are: Close Range - Be Playful in Your Networking Medium Range - Pl…
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, we sit…
As a military vetera…
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, we sit down with Steve Odom, a Marine Corps veteran and retired sergeant from the San Luis Obispo Sheriff's Department, to talk about his time as a Marine and as a cop. Steve shares his journey from growing up in Asia, a life long path of martial arts training, earing the Navy and Marine Corps Medal, his time in law enforcement including SWAT and building wellness programs within law enforcement, and fo…
As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 44 of the Tactical Transition Tips series on the Transit…
As a military vetera…
As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 44 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 years down the line, or envisioning a decade ahead, this episode has you covered.In this episode, the three transition tips addressed are: Close Range - Control What You Can Medium Range - Develop the…
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 powerful episode, Benjie Manibog is back for a …
As a military vetera…
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 powerful episode, Benjie Manibog is back for a return visit. Benjie served 15 years in the Marine Corps as a MARSOC Raider. He got out in 2021 to care for his wife. Go back to Episode 28 for more of Benjie's story. This time, Benjie shares more about his journey from the military’s Special Operations community to navigating family, business, and personal Growth. Reflecting on his early struggles, lessons learned in the Marine Corps, and the …
As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 43 of the Tactical Transition Tips series on the Transit…
As a military vetera…
As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 43 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 years down the line, or envisioning a decade ahead, this episode has you covered.In this episode, the three transition tips addressed are: Close Range - Hoping is not a Plan Medium Range - Learn Skill…
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, we jou…
As a military vetera…
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, we journey through the life of Jessica Alexander, whose resilience and dedication have driven her across diverse and impactful roles, from growing up in New York and thriving in male-dominated sports, to serving as a Marine Corps Marine Security Guard, to pursuing her dream of law enforcement with the NYPD, then becoming a a health coach and personal trainer. Today, she works for Birth Choice Centers, h…
As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 42 of the Tactical Transition Tips series on the Transit…
As a military vetera…
As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 42 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 years down the line, or envisioning a decade ahead, this episode has you covered.In this episode, the three transition tips addressed are: Close Range - Create Your No-Go Criteria Medium Range - Set C…
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 sat …
As a military vetera…
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 sat down with George Rapciewicz, a Marine Corps veteran who shares his life journey, from growing up in a tough Trenton, New Jersey neighborhood to enlisting in the Marines without telling his parents. George recounts harrowing experiences in Fallujah, where he sustained injuries in brutal house-to-house combat, and the challenges of transitioning to civilian life. He opens up about overcoming abuse, …