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The best podcast for military veterans, police officers, firefighters, and first responders preparing for veteran transition and life after service. Helping you plan and implement strategies to prepar…
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The best podcast for military veterans, police officers, firefighters, and first responders preparing for veteran transition and life after service. Helping you plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 54 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 epis…
Paul Pantani
January 16, 2025 
The best podcast for military veterans, police officers, firefighters, and first responders preparing for veteran transition and life after service. Helping you plan and implement strategies to prepar…
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The best podcast for military veterans, police officers, firefighters, and first responders preparing for veteran transition and life after service. Helping you plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In this episode of the Transition Drill Podcast, Michael Smiley shares his extraordinary journey from a small-town upbringing on California’s Central Coast to a distinguished career as a first responder and police officer. He candidly reflects on his entry into public safety, starting as a paramedic and firefighter before transitioning into law enforceme…
Paul Pantani
January 13, 2025 The best podcast for military veterans, police officers, firefighters, and first responders preparing for veteran transition and life after service. Helping you plan and implement strategies to prepar…
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The best podcast for military veterans, police officers, firefighters, and first responders preparing for veteran transition and life after service. Helping you plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 53 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 epis…
Paul Pantani
January 9, 2025 The best podcast for military veterans, police officers, firefighters, and first responders preparing for veteran transition and life after service. Helping you plan and implement strategies to prepar…
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The best podcast for military veterans, police officers, firefighters, and first responders preparing for veteran transition and life after service. Helping you plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In this episode of the Transition Drill Podcast, retired Navy Commander Alan Nelson recounts his extraordinary journey from a modest upbringing in Modesto, California, to a distinguished 25-year career aboard nuclear submarines. Raised in a hardworking family, Alan developed resilience and discipline early, traits that carried him through the Navy's rigoro…
Paul Pantani
January 6, 2025 
The best 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 s…
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The best 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 52 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 cove…
Paul Pantani
January 3, 2025 
The best 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 impl…
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The best 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, After 34 years in service, starting as an L.A. County Ocean Lifeguard, and 31 years as a Firefighter with the Manhattan Beach Fire Department, Dave Shenbaum shares his journey of dedication, Growth, and resilience. From his early days on the Mammoth Mountain Ski Patrol to rising …
Paul Pantani
December 30, 2024 The best 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 s…
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The best 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 51 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 cove…
Paul Pantani
December 26, 2024 
The best 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 impl…
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The best 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 journey of Travis Lively, a former Navy SEAL who served with distinction for over a decade. Travis graduated BUD/S Class 234, chronicled in the documentary of the same name. In this episode, Travis shares his story of growing up in a small Massachusetts town, the path …
Paul Pantani
December 23, 2024 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…
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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 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 …
Paul Pantani
December 19, 2024 
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 …
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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 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…
Paul Pantani
December 16, 2024 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…
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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 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 …
Paul Pantani
December 12, 2024 
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 …
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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 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…
Paul Pantani
December 9, 2024 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 …
Paul Pantani
December 5, 2024 
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 …
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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 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…
Paul Pantani
December 2, 2024 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 …
Paul Pantani
November 28, 2024 
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…
Paul Pantani
November 25, 2024 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…
Paul Pantani
November 21, 2024 
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…
Paul Pantani
November 18, 2024 
