THE LONG BLUE LEADERSHIP PODCAST

U.S. Air Force Academy Association and Foundation
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THE LONG BLUE LEADERSHIP PODCAST

Stories of leadership told by the leaders of character who lived them. This is how the Air Force Academy experience shaped their past, present and future. Presented by the Association of Graduates and Air Force Academy Foundation.

  1. Dr. Heather Wilson ’82 - Integrity, Service and Excellence for Leaders

    5 DAYS AGO

    Dr. Heather Wilson ’82 - Integrity, Service and Excellence for Leaders

    Dr. Heather Wilson, a 1982 Air Force Academy graduate, formerly the 24th Secretary of the Air Force, and first USAFA graduate to hold the position, discusses her unexpected journey to the role, emphasizing the importance of integrity, service, and leadership.

    42 min
  2. UNSCRIPTED LIVES: A Long Blue Leadership Retrospective

    JAN 7

    UNSCRIPTED LIVES: A Long Blue Leadership Retrospective

    In this episode of Long Blue Leadership, Co-Hosts Naviere Walkewicz and Wyatt Hornsby reflect on the leadership lessons shared by accomplished graduates of the U.S. Air Force Academy over the first two seasons.

    42 min
  3. Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Burt Field ’79 - 5 Values for Leaders

    12/10/2024

    Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Burt Field ’79 - 5 Values for Leaders

    In Episode 10 of Long Blue Leadership, Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Burt Field ’79, now president and CEO of the Air & Space Forces Association, discusses his leadership philosophy, and emphasizes the importance of continuous learning, effective communication, family, and the five core values by which he lives. Listen now!

    45 min
  4. Col. (Ret.) Nicole Malachowski ’96 - How Leader's Defy Life's Gravity

    11/26/2024

    Col. (Ret.) Nicole Malachowski ’96 - How Leader's Defy Life's Gravity

    Col. (Ret.) Nicole Malachowski ’96 shares insights on resilience, leadership, and how she continues to serve her country, even after her military career.

    40 min
  5. C1C Andrew Cormier - Service Before Self, Lessons in Leadership

    11/12/2024

    C1C Andrew Cormier - Service Before Self, Lessons in Leadership

    In this episode of the Long Blue Leadership Podcast, Cadet First Class Andrew Cormier ’25 opens up about his inspiring journey from growing up in Massachusetts to becoming a squadron commander at the U.S. Air Force Academy. He reflects on the early influences that shaped his values, the value of community service and service before self, sharing the leadership lessons he’s learned along the way.

    1h 7m
  6. The Honorable Dr. Ravi I. Chaudhary ’93 - Leading Through Great Power Competition

    10/29/2024

    The Honorable Dr. Ravi I. Chaudhary ’93 - Leading Through Great Power Competition

    Dr. Ravi Chaudhary, Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Energy Installations and Environment, is a leader who has taught his team to , ”Eat no for breakfast.” and lives by a value he learned from his mother at an early age: ”If you do your full duty, the rest will take care of itself.”

    49 min
  7. Brian Campbell ’08 - A Journey of Growth

    10/15/2024

    Brian Campbell ’08 - A Journey of Growth

    Brian Campbell, Assistant Vice President for Athletics Development at the University of Miami, shares his journey from growing up in Columbus, Ohio, to becoming a leader in athletics fundraising. He discusses his experiences as a cadet at the Air Force Academy, the challenges he faced, and the resilience he developed.

    1h 2m
  8. Jason Kim ’99 - Inspired by Heroes, Moved to Lead

    10/01/2024

    Jason Kim ’99 - Inspired by Heroes, Moved to Lead

    While a cadet at the Air Force Academy, Jason Kim ’99 experienced the pedestal effect and learned the importance of curiosity, compassion, trust, and mutual respect in leadership.

    53 min
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Stories of leadership told by the leaders of character who lived them. This is how the Air Force Academy experience shaped their past, present and future. Presented by the Association of Graduates and Air Force Academy Foundation.

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  • Creator
    U.S. Air Force Academy Association and Foundation
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    25
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2025-2026 | U.S. Air Force Academy Association and Foundation | All Rights Reserved
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    THE LONG BLUE LEADERSHIP PODCAST

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