Tisha is back off of her vacation so the gang is in full form! To celebrate the 50th birthday of Hip Hop, the trio discusses their favorite eras of the music genre. There was a big time riverboat fight in Alabama that everyone is discussing. Is the “ball cap toss” a universal sign of distress? What is your worst (non-casualty related) fear on a Navy Vessel? Damon asks everyone what’s the thing that they sacrifice as they strive to be good leaders. Damo discusses his experience after reaching out to a Facebook group for Electrician’s Mates. Barracks room inspections are pretty interesting, especially when you find plastic bags over smoke detectors. Tisha catches the guys up on what she’s been doing on her break. She also talks about her next moves as she’s officially entering the world as a retired military veteran. A few of last week’s topics are revisited to include IET vs. duty section watches, southern cooking, and Damo’s statement about Chief Petty Officers being “middle management.” Is leadership a “role” or a “mindset”? Big salute to Admiral Lisa Franchetti on her selection as our new Chief of Naval Operations! “The Brandon Act” and the importance of having conversations regarding mental health is discussed. President Biden signed historic order moving prosecution of military sexual assault outside chain of command. With all these Unions being formed, what do we think about military unions? What in the world is going on in Fort Cavazos… now? Damo reviews the “Shellback” application that can be found in the Navy App Locker. Do Better: Damo - Not leveraging his Sailor’s work lists to do favors for fellow Chiefs. Tisha - TMO not understanding the “moving” assignment. Damon - People blindsiding him by tasking his people without reaching out to him first. Was Damo wrong for how he handled a situation with a Sailor during his RA duty? Damon asks are we seeing an end to the CPO Season. PTSF introduces another term, “Gatekeeper.” What is a gatekeeper and why gatekeepers can have a negative impact on their division. Should we be letting our people try to “work us out of our jobs?” These topics and more are covered in this episode. Remember to follow the ‘Permission to Speak Freely’ podcast on TikTok, Facebook, Discord, Instagram, Twitter, and subscribe on YouTube.
 
 
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Links and more from this episode:
First Woman CNO https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2023/07/franchetti-chosen-become-first-woman-lead-navy/388748/
The Brandon Act https://www.navy.mil/Press-Office/Press-Releases/display-pressreleases/Article/3455609/department-of-navy-implements-brandon-act/
Prosecution of Military Sexual Assault Outside of the Chain of Command https://apple.news/AE093F-TwQ8Gg6c2fgq6q7w
With all of these unions being formed, what are you thoughts on military unions https://www.gao.gov/assets/fpcd-77-55.pdf
Fort Cavazos Soldiers Without Access to Proper Food for Months https://www.military.com/daily-news/2023/08/08/fort-cavazos-soldiers-have-been-without-proper-access-food-months.html
 
 
Damo’s Book of the Week:
Revisit: You Owe You (Eric Thomas, PhD) - https://www.amazon.com/You-Owe-Ignite-Power-Purpose/dp/0593234987
 
 
Additional Credits:
PTSF “Theme Music” - Produced by Lim0