Civil Air Patrol Unofficial Podcast

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Explore the odd, tantalizing world of CAP — cadet life, promotions, drill, encampments, emergency services, leadership, squadron politics, and the timeless mystery of where everyone disappeared to during cleanup.Whether you're a brand-new cadet or a seasoned and jaded senior member, you won't be able to hit that pause button. We're just too fascinating. Unofficial. Unendorsed. Not affiliated with or directed by Civil Air Patrol, the U.S. Air Force, or anyone brave enough to officially approve this. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

  1. Jun 10

    New Cadets: Unofficial Tips They NEVER Tell You

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    25 min

  2. Jun 9

    Encampment: How? Why?

    How encampment started, how it works, how to prepare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    20 min

  3. Jun 9

    How Humans Conquered Gravity - Early Days of Flight

    Enjoy the story of how we as humans became like birds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    22 min

  4. May 12

    How Ordinary Adults Learn to Lead in CAP

    This episode pulls back the curtain on how adult volunteers transform from simple supervisors into professional youth development experts within the Civil Air Patrol. We explore the structured professional development journey known as the specialty track, where mentors progress through three distinct levels of mastery: technician, senior, and master. Listeners will discover the essential role of the On-The-Job (OJT) Mentor, an experienced guide who provides hands-on coaching through a series of specific knowledge and performance requirements. Whether you are a current member or a curious newcomer, this discussion highlights the rigorous "how-to" of mentorship, culminating in a Summary Conversation that ensures every leader is fully equipped to help today's teenagers become tomorrow's aerospace leaders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    20 min

  5. May 8

    Drill. And... more drill. Why we secretly love it.

    Everything you wanted to know about CAP drill but were too afraid to ask. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    33 min

  6. May 6

    CAP Fitness and PT

    Gonna make you sweat! The underpinnings of CAP's philosophy and practice of PT. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    40 min
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Explore the odd, tantalizing world of CAP — cadet life, promotions, drill, encampments, emergency services, leadership, squadron politics, and the timeless mystery of where everyone disappeared to during cleanup.Whether you're a brand-new cadet or a seasoned and jaded senior member, you won't be able to hit that pause button. We're just too fascinating. Unofficial. Unendorsed. Not affiliated with or directed by Civil Air Patrol, the U.S. Air Force, or anyone brave enough to officially approve this. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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