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Paul Pantani Transition Drill Podcast

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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160. Overcoming Adversity to Retired Deputy Chief Postal Inspector | Today VP TalentSmartEQ. Greg Campbell

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, Greg C…

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, Greg Campbell, a seasoned law enforcement officer, public information expert, and veteran advocate, shares his life journey from the streets of Compton, California, to his impactful work with the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, retiring in 2018 at the rank of Deputy Chief Inspector with almost 30 years and 3 law enforcement agencies, and today supporting first responders and military veterans. Greg open…

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159. 75th Ranger Regiment to Physical Therapy and Owner GRND Apparel Fitness & Community. Harrison Lewis

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, join t…

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, join the conversation with Harrison Lewis, a former Army Ranger and military officer whose journey from a military upbringing to the challenges of the ROTC program, the trials of Ranger School, and his transition to civilian life offers invaluable insights for military veterans and first responders. Harrison shares his struggles and triumphs, from his early days navigating family expectations and colleg…

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Tactical Transition Tips: Round 35 | Use Setbacks for Growth

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 35 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 35 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 - Practice Simulated Setbacks Medium Range - Buil…

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158. Army Veteran | Today Reality Center – Psychedelic Trauma Therapy Without Drugs. Jonathan Chia

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, Jonath…

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, Jonathan Chia takes us on a compelling journey through his life, from his upbringing in Cincinnati, Ohio, to his battles with addiction and his eventual redemption through military service. Growing up in a turbulent household shaped by his immigrant father's resilience and his mother's struggles with addiction, Jonathan's early years were marked by challenges that led him down a path of substance abuse.…

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Tactical Transition Tips: Round 34 | Don't Waste Time

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 34 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 34 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 - No Zero Days Medium Range - Use Time Blocking L…

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157. Jailed Navy SEAL Finds Purpose after Chaos | Today Helping and Inspiring Others. Taylor Cavanaugh

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, dive h…

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, dive head first into the extraordinary life of Taylor Cavanaugh, a man who went from arrests and jail to Navy SEAL for 7 years, to again facing jail time, then the darkest moments of his life, and a refresh with the French Foreign Legion. Cavanaugh shares his unfiltered story of resilience, chronicling his early struggles, legal battles, and how he ultimately found redemption. From overcoming the chaos …

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Tactical Transition Tips: Round 33 | Choose Your Hard

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 33 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 33 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 - Embrace Your New Mission Medium Range - Uncerta…

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156. Marine Corps Captain to Model | A Bold Move into Acting and Entertainment. Garyth Barnes

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, jump i…

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, jump into the life journey of Garyth Barnes, a dedicated Marine Corps officer, as he shares his experiences from a structured Southern Baptist upbringing to the disciplined world of the military. Garyth is currently an active duty Marine, but he has started the process to transition out because of probably the most important reason; his family. In our conversation, Garyth talks about his formative years…

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Tactical Transition Tips: Round 32 | Set the Example

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 32 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 32 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 - Embody Resilience and Positivity Medium Range -…

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155. Hair Metal to Handcuffs: Deputy Sheriff Sgt. (Ret.) | Today CEO of Snow Woodworks. James Snow

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, sit do…

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, sit down with James Snow, a retired Sergeant with 28.5 years of service with several Southern California law enforcement agencies; he retired from the San Bernardino Sheriff's Department in 2023. He talks about his early days in Fountain Valley California, to chasing the dream of making music, to his dedicated career in law enforcement. As Snow transitioned into Retirement, he embraced a passion that ha…

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Tactical Transition Tips: Round 31 | Job Market Trends

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 31 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 31 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 - Spot Market Opportunities Now Medium Range - Us…

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154. An Event Took Him From Computers to Being a Cop and Krav Maga | Retired CHP Lt. Kelley Moore

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, Kelley…

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, Kelley Moore shares his journey from growing up in a close-knit, church-going family to his career in law enforcement. Moore discusses the pivotal moment that steered him away from computer consulting into law enforcement, and his eventual 27 year career with the California Highway Patrol (CHP); he retired in 2023 at the rank of Lieutenant. He recounts his eye-opening experiences getting assigned to a g…

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Tactical Transition Tips: Round 30 | Professional Demeanor

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 30 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 30 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 - Professional Demeanor Today Medium Range - Enha…

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153. A Firefighter's Journey Through Trauma Addiction and Self Destructive Ideations. Matty Fiorenza

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 compelling podcast episode, Matt "Matty" Fioren…

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 compelling podcast episode, Matt "Matty" Fiorenza shares his incredible journey from a troubled childhood to becoming a firefighter. Over his life and his 22 years in the fire service, he's addressed and overcome injuries to his back and neck, trauma, alcoholism, and suicidal ideations. Fiorenza opens up about his struggles with PTSD, the impact of his physical injuries, and his battle with addiction. He discusses his transformative recovery p…

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Flashback Friday | (Ep. 56 Recap) Former Cop Career Ending Medical. Jose Rodriguez

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 Flashback Friday episode of the Transition Dril…

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 Flashback Friday episode of the Transition Drill Podcast, we recap Episode 56 with Jose Rodriguez. Jose grew up knowing he was going to be a cop. He graduated high school early and began working as a volunteer with the local fire department. At that time the police officers were also firefighters and Jose saw this as a way to get his foot in the door. After almost 2 years as a volunteer and eventually a reserve officer, he was hired as a full-…

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Tactical Transition Tips: Round 29 | Risk Management

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 29 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 29 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 Corporate Risk Management Medium Range - …

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152. Serving America: Army Medic | Police Officer | Security Co. CEO | Ran for Congress. Josiah O'Neil

In this episode of the Transition Drill Podcast, sit down with Josiah O'Neil, whose journey from military service to political candidacy is sure to resonate with military veterans and first responders…

In this episode of t…

In this episode of the Transition Drill Podcast, sit down with Josiah O'Neil, whose journey from military service to political candidacy is sure to resonate with military veterans and first responders. Josiah chronicles his early enlistment in the Army at 17, his experiences as a combat medic during the Iraq War, and his transition to working as a military contractor. He shares his time as a police officer at both local (city PD and Sheriff) and federal levels (DSS), highlighting the challenges and realities faced by law enforcement. As politics intersected with his career, Josiah passionately…

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Tactical Transition Tips: Round 28 | Exploration and Growth

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In Round 28 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 28 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 - Do "Experience" Days Medium Range - Find Your P…

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