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Course Made Good
by Michael J. Ellis
The only podcast focused on the experiences and careers of cuttermen in the United States Coast Guard. Hosted by BMCM M. J. Ellis, USCG (Ret.)The views, information, or opinions expressed during the Course Made Good podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not represent those of the United States Coast Guard or any other government agency. The primary purpose of this podcast series is to educate and inform. This podcast series does not constitute official policy guidance from the speakers nor the United States Coast Guard.
Episodes
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#27. Waterways Commerce Cutter Acquisition with BOSN Jon Becker
Join me as I have an engaging conversation with BOSN Jon Becker, the sponsor's representative for the new Waterways Commerce Cutter acquisition. This significant investment promises to enhance the future of the inland aids to navigation mission and uphold the proud legacy of enlisted and chief...
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#26. 50th Anniversary of the Cutterman Insignia - Interview with the Gold and Silver Ancient Mariners
We're back!!!!!! Welcome to the relaunch of the Course Made Good podcast! I couldn't stay away any longer and can't wait to bring you sea stories, news, and interviews about the work of the Office of Cutter Forces (CG-751) and cuttermen throughout the fleet. In this episode, I sit down with the...
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#25. Get your Captain's License now! - Interview with CDR Wescott
Have you ever wanted to obtain your merchant mariner credential (captain's license) but found the process too confusing or too expensive? Perhaps you've been frustrated because your coxswain or underway officer of the deck certifications didn't bolster your application? Then you'll be happy to...
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#24. It's time we had a talk about the BM rating
I think it's time we had a chat. An open and honest discussion about issues affecting morale and job satisfaction in the BM rating. With nearly 300 vacant billets and retention rates reaching historic lows, we must look ourselves, and our Service, in the face and address the factors driving BMs…
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#23. Annual Discussion with the BM Assignment Officers
Join me as I sit down for what has become an annual tradition - a discussion about assignments with the BM Assignment Officers! BOSN Tessier and BOSN Laufenberg get right down to business by giving us all of the information we need to make informed career decisions and set ourselves up for a...
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#22. OIC Review Board Reference Guide and Program Overview
All about the Officer in Charge Review Boards! This episode contains audio from a Facebook live presentation to the FB OIC Study Group on 26AUG21. Join me as I present the new OIC Review Board Coordinator Reference Guide and discuss how this handbook will ensure the boards are conducted more...
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#21. Interview with BMCM Kirk McKay, Ancient Keeper
In this episode we sit down for a chat with BMCM Kirk McKay as he closes out a remarkable thirty year career as a surfman. Master Chief McKay served four times as an officer in charge and held the distinction as the Joshua James Ancient Keeper in his final tour. Join in as BMC Kevin Pryer, XPO of...
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#20. Nav Brief #2 - State of the Boatswain's Mate Rating
We close out 2020 with podcast #20, Nav Brief #2 - State of the BM rating. There are so many things to pass to you that have happened over the past several months; bonuses, RPQ changes, SWE impacts, retention, U/W OOD competency requirements....it's all in this episode. I could've spent an hour…
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#19. Unit Spotlight - Maritime Safety and Security Team Miami
Every so often an interaction with my fellow Boatswain's Mates leaves me so inspired I wish I could start my whole career over again. This was one of those conversations; and one I needed to hear to remind me that even though we find ourselves in uncertain times, BMs are still underway completing...
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#18. Parental Leave Program with BMCS Theresa Joyce
Join me as I sit down with BMCS Theresa Joyce of Personnel Service Center to discuss the Parental Leave Program. This program ensures our shipmates can focus on the care of a newborn or adopted child while enabling the unit to remain operationally effective in their absence. We discuss how the...
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#17. Roundtable discussion with the BM Assignment Officers
I recently met with BOSN Seymour and BOSN Brown from the BM assignment shop for a recap of AY20 and a look ahead at AY21. We then had a wide ranging discussion on how assignment decisions are made, and our joint approach to advising BMs on how to get the most out of their careers. We also discuss...
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#16. Physical and emotional resilience during a pandemic with Dr. Jeff Holguin, PhD.
Dr. Jeff Holguin, PhD. takes a quick break from his work as the Operational Fire Psychology Director for Lacey Fire District in Washington State to talk with us about how Coast Guardsmen can maintain their emotional and physical health during the current crisis. Dr. Holguin's previous chat with…
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#15. All about the Master Chief Advancement Panel
The Master Chief Advancement Panel represents the most significant revision to our enlisted advancement processes in decades. In this episode I sit down for a long form discussion about how and why this initiative was undertaken with CMC Charlie Salls and CMC Ed Lewis. We are even joined at the…
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#14. Interview with two BM Company Commanders
Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a Company Commander at Training Center Cape May? We go behind the scenes with two of the best! BM1 Doug Curry and BM2 Joscelyn Greenwell give us an in depth look at what the job entails and just how difficult the qualification process can be. We also…
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#13. Interview with BM2 Sydney Adams, CGC ESCANABA
How does a BM2 get certified as an underway officer of the deck on a 270' WMEC? Listen in on my conversation with BM2 Adams to find out! We discuss life aboard the cutter, her focused approach to pursuing her qualifications, and the unique perspective she brings as a female to her position. She...
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#12. What's it like being stationed in Sault Ste Marie, MI???
Orders to D9?!? How do I explain this to my spouse? What's there to do for single folks? Will I have to live in an igloo? In this episode, we answer these questions and more as I sit down with four Boatswain's Mates stationed in the upper peninsula of Michigan - in a little town known as "Da…
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#11. Enlisted Evaluation System with LCDR Vanden Heuvel, BM1 Dailey, and BMCS Silvoy
Ever wondered what you're supposed to be writing in the future potential block? Why are there character limits? And why can't we use gender pronouns anymore?!? We discuss all these topics and more in an info-packed episode with the chief of EPM-3, LCDR Justin Vanden Heuvel (prior BMC/BOSN), BM1...
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#10. Merchant Mariner Credentialing with CMC Ed Lewis
This episode we are joined by CMC Ed Lewis, the Command Master Chief for the Deputy Commandant for Mission Support, for a high-level discussion on what's behind the effort to provide increased access for military members seeking merchant mariner credentials; otherwise known as "captain's…
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#9. Interview with BM2 Kodi Curles, Surfman, National Motor Lifeboat School
In this episode we are joined by our newest surfman, BM2 Kodi Curles, an instructor at the National Motor Lifeboat School. Listen in as she talks about what takes to certify at this elite level and offers advice for those that wish to follow in her wake. Submit show show suggestions to...
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#8. A conversation about mental health with Dr. Jeff Holguin, PhD.
I am joined in this episode by Dr. Jeff Holguin, PhD; a clinical psychologist and former Coast Guardsman for a far-reaching conversation about mental health, stress, suicide, leadership, and a host of other topics. This is a long form discussion that I hope will give you reason to examine your…
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#7. Interview with the BM Assignment Officers
The episode you've been waiting for is here! This week I sat down with BOSN Stone and BOSN Radakovich to get answers to many of your questions and talk about how to get the most out of each stop in your career. We cover tons of ground in here: E-resumes, qualifications, specialization, special...
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#6. Interview with the BM "A" School staff leadership
In this episode we are on location at Boat Forces and Cutter Operations at CG Training Center Yorktown, VA. I am joined by the BM "A" School Chief, BMCS Joe D'Amelio and the assistant BFCO branch chief, LCDR Todd Hartfiel. Join us as we discuss all things BM "A" School and break some news about a...
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#5. Nav Brief Episode 1 - Taking a Fix
Join me as we throttle back and discuss some of the very important issues faces our rating. In the first installment of the Nav Brief series, we take a fix, determine our position, and chart a new course together as the world's best navigators and operators. Submit show show suggestions to...
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#4. Interview with BMCM Shawn Hoefling - Outgoing BM RFMC
Listen in as BMCM Hoefling and I talk about our relief week and the lessons he's learned over an outstanding five year run as the Boatswain's Mate Rating Force Master Chief. We candidly talk about the status of our rating and answer questions submitted by the listeners. Submit show show…
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#3. Interview with BM2 Ben Lind - CG Elite Male Athlete of the Year
Join me as I talk with BM2 Lind about his amazing accomplishments and the importance of physical fitness in our line of work. We discuss how to start your own program, as well as the common mistakes made by those looking to better their health. Submit show show suggestions to [email protected]...
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#2. Interview with BM1 Nick McGowen - Facebook OIC Study Group
Join me as I talk with BM1 Nick McGowen about the OIC Study Group he and BM1 Garrett Dailey created on Facebook and learn how it may revolutionize the way senior BMs prepare for the review board. Submit show suggestions and comments to [email protected] Disclaimer: The views, information, or...
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#1: We're underway!
In the first episode of Course Made Good, join me, the incoming Boatswain's Mate Rating Force Master Chief, BMCM Michael Ellis, to discuss how my career led me to this position and why I believe a podcast focused on the BM rating will benefit us all. Submit show suggestions and comments to...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The only podcast focused on the experiences and careers of cuttermen in the United States Coast Guard. Hosted by BMCM M. J. Ellis, USCG (Ret.)The views, information, or opinions expressed during the Course Made Good podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not represent those of the United States Coast Guard or any other government agency. The primary purpose of this podcast series is to educate and inform. This podcast series does not constitute official policy guidance from the speakers nor the United States Coast Guard.
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