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Unfiltered Leadership

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Unfiltered Leadership is a podcast that was started by three U.S. Air Force SNCOs who truly care about their community and are passionate about personal and professional development. This podcast is their and guests thoughts on life, leadership, mentorship, and many other topics pertaining to the military and our world today.

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Episodes

  1. 016: Retired CMSgt Anthony Brinkley - Endurance

    This week on Unfiltered Leadership, Paul, Chris, and Calin had the extreme pleasure of hosting retired CMSgt Anthony Brinkley. We discussed the topic of endurance and how love, life, faith, and family all play a critical role in life. CMSgt Brinkley has the innate ability to be so deeply real and...

  2. 015: Bromance

    On this episode of Unfiltered Leadership, Paul, Chris and Calin discuss the topic of "Bromance" and why we believe that it is 100% acceptable for men and women to tell each other, "I love you", "I appreciate you", or "You have made a positive impact on me". These signs of affirmation and…

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  3. Weekly Motivation: Taking Off the Training Wheels

    On this episode of Unfiltered Leadership Weekly Motivation we discuss the topic of "Taking Off the Training Wheels" and how that mentality is applicable to your everyday life. We hope you enjoy!

  4. 014: Podcast Triad - The Obstacle is the Way

    The Unfiltered Leadership Crew is stoked to bring you not one fellow podcaster, but two podcasters to this episode! CMSgt Joe Bogdan, Llama Lounge Podcast Creator and MSgt Josh LeGuillon, Uncomfortable A.F. Podcast Creator joined us to discuss the book, The Obstacle is the Way, by Ryan Holiday.…

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  5. Weekly Motivation: Mastering Your Impulses

    For this installment of Weekly Motivation, Calin and Chris discuss the importance of Mastering Your Impulses and how that can lead you to be a more effective leader. We hope you enjoy!

  6. 013: CMSgt John Lokken: Effective Followership

    This week's episode on Unfiltered Leadership, the UL crew had the awesome opportunity to host our own 354 Fighter Wing Command Chief, CMSgt John Lokken. We shared stories and discussed effective followership. We hope you enjoy.

  7. Weekly Motivation: Roller Coaster of Leadership

    On this week's Weekly Motivation, Paul, Chris, and Calin discuss the topic of the Roller Coaster of Leadership. The ups and downs of leadership and being an influential leader can be filled with so many highs and the lowest lows. We encourage and implore you to think about the investment and…

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  8. 012: Marcus Aurelius' Meditations

    On this week's episode of Unfiltered Leadership, Paul decided to go rogue and call an audible on us. He sprung the idea of discussing the book Meditations by Marcus Aurelius moments before going on air. The UL crew shared their thoughts and feelings on the different passages that Paul read aloud....

  9. Weekly Motivation: Apologies & Accountability

    For this week's Weekly Motivation episode the UL crew discusses the importance of apologies and accountability. We offer up our apologies for missing out on dropping a new episode last week and because of that we need to hold ourselves accountable. We hope you enjoy!

  10. 011: Captain Jay Kearney - Grit

    On this week's episode of Unfiltered Leadership the crew had the incredible opportunity to host Captain Jay Kearney to discuss GRIT. This conversation has so many amazing highlights and stories that we hope you enjoy!

  11. Weekly Motivation: Mind the Gap

    This week's Weekly Motivation to get you going is titled: Mind the Gap. The UL Crew delves into how we can mind our own gaps in life, aspirations, values, and the journey is takes to see your gap and make those changes needed to be a better person, parent, or friend. We hope you enjoy!

  12. 010: Hunter Wood - Coaching

    On this week's episode of Unfiltered Leadership the team had the amazing opportunity to chat with Hunter Wood, the Director of Coaching of MISFIT Athletics and Head Coach of MISFIT Gym Portland in Portland, Maine. Hunter is also a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and just an all-around amazing guy. In...

  13. Weekly Motivation: Be Teachable

    On this installment of Weekly Motivator, Paul, Chris, and Calin get you in the right mindset to start your week off right! Below are some of the big takeaways from this episode. We hope you enjoy! - Find your Life Coaches - Suspend your Ego - Be a Great and Active Listener - Accept New Ways to...

  14. 009: CMSgt Ian Eishen - Innovation

    The UL crew had the incredible and humbling opportunity to hang out with CMSgt Ian Eishen, who is currently the Command Chief at the 412th Test Wing at Edwards Air Force Base, California. During this episode we discussed so many great things that Chief Eishen has done throughout his career and…

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  15. Weekly Motivation: Self-Appreciation

    Let's get ready for the week by listening to this episode of Weekly Motivation. Paul, Chris, and Calin discuss and share their thoughts on self-appreciation and how each and every day you can learn to love and appreciate yourself and the little moments in life. We hope you have a fantastic week!

  16. 008: Handling Trauma from a First Responder Perspective

    *DISCLAIMER* This episode contains stories that are sensitive in nature, but are real emergencies that Chris and Calin have responded to. In this episode Chris and Calin discuss their time as a firefighter and law enforcement officer while serving in the U.S. Air Force. During the episode they...

  17. Weekly Motivation: Mundane to Extraordinary

    For this Unfiltered Leadership Weekly Motivation episode we discussed why it's imperative to take each minute, hour, day, and week and to take it from the mundane, boring, going through life's motions to the extraordinary, life changing, impactful person that you know you can be deep down inside.

  18. 007: CMSgt Josh Hurt - Chief of Enlisted Developmental Education

    On this episode of Unfiltered Leadership we had the incredible opportunity to welcome back our previous 354th Fighter Wing Command Chief and current Chief of Enlisted Developmental Education, CMSgt Josh Hurt. In this episode we discuss many topics surrounding culture, teams, and strengthening the...

  19. Weekly Motivation: Independence

    Unfiltered Leadership back with another episode of Weekly Motivation! This week's topic is Independence, Happy 244th Birthday America! After the holiday weekend, the UL crew encourages you to think about what your independence means to you? Because not everyone's perception of freedom and...

  20. 006: Aesop's Fables

    This week on Unfiltered Leadership we decided to shake things up by taking the time to discuss 6 of Aesop's Fables. The fables provided us with an amazing launch point to discuss so many topics! We hope you enjoy! Please click on the links below to find several Aesop's Fables...

  21. Weekly Motivation: Power of Moments

    On this episode of Weekly Motivation, Paul and Chris discuss the importance of creating powerful moments with your teams and how those moments lead to building trust, communication and overall strengthening the bonds between teammates. We hope you enjoy!

  22. 005: CMSgt Joe Bogdan - Connections

    On this week's episode of Unfiltered Leadership, Paul and Chris, had the distinct pleasure to host fellow Podcaster, CMSgt Joe Bogdan, to discuss the importance of creating connections that are deep rooted and built off of trust, communication and truly knowing your people. We hope you enjoy!…

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  23. Weekly Motivation: Kindness

    The Unfiltered Leadership crew discusses the importance of kindness and how much of an effect it can have on everyone around you.

  24. 004: Growth and Fixed Mindset

    This week on Unfiltered Leadership, we focused and explored the differences between growth and fixed mindsets. The UL crew shared their thoughts and experiences and the pro's and con's of both mindsets.

  25. Weekly Motivation: Change

    Change is something that we can expect to happen on a regular basis. For this episode of Weekly Motivator we highlight that change is inevitable, change must be anticipated in all facets of life, and that change must be met head on. The Unfiltered Leadership crew hopes and wishes everyone a...

  26. 003: TSgt Dorothy Knox and Josh Hancock - Community Servitude

    This week the Unfiltered Leadership crew had the amazing opportunity to chat with current Airman Leadership School Instructor, TSgt Dorothy Knox and her husband Josh Hancock, a correctional officer at the Fairbanks Correctional Center. This powerhouse couple shared an inspiring outlook on their...

  27. Weekly Motivation: Capitalizing on Opportunities

    This week's Monday Motivation is titled: Capitalizing on Opportunities. The UL Crew share their thoughts and ideas on this thought provoking topic. Take the time this week to think about and reflect on the words in this week's UL Monday Motivation episode!

  28. 002: CMSgt Dave Wolfe - Difference Between Good and Great Teams

    In Episode 2 the UL crew had the distinct please of hosting the Alaska NORAD region, Alaskan Command, and 11th Air Force Command Chief CMSgt Dave Wolfe. CMSgt Wolfe and the UL crew addressed several issues and topics regarding the differences between good an great teams, how to get your team to a...

  29. Weekly Motivation: Gratitude

    Each week Unfiltered Leadership will release a Monday Motivation message or thoughts for you think on and reflect about throughout your week. This week Paul, Chris, and Calin chat on Gratitude. Take the time this week to think and reflect on the words in this week's UL Monday Motivational....

  30. 001: Uncharted Territories

    In Episode 1 we give our introductions as the Unfiltered Leadership (UL) trio of Paul Hammer, Chris Brown, and Calin Cronin. We will also discuss in depth on how we have approached and dealt with new or uncharted territories, teams, and ideas.

About this show

Unfiltered Leadership is a podcast that was started by three U.S. Air Force SNCOs who truly care about their community and are passionate about personal and professional development. This podcast is their and guests thoughts on life, leadership, mentorship, and many other topics pertaining to the military and our world today.

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Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does Unfiltered Leadership have?

Unfiltered Leadership has 30 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on September 26, 2020.

What is Unfiltered Leadership about?

Unfiltered Leadership is a podcast that was started by three U.S. Air Force SNCOs who truly care about their community and are passionate about personal and professional development. This podcast is their and guests thoughts on life, leadership, mentorship, and many other topics pertaining to the...

How often does Unfiltered Leadership release new episodes?

Unfiltered Leadership publishes a few times a week, based on its 30 episodes since May 2020.

Who hosts Unfiltered Leadership?

Unfiltered Leadership is created and hosted by Unfiltered Leadership.
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