Cultural Development Podcast

🎙️ A Retired Black Navy Diver’s JourneyIn this episode, we sit down with a retired Black Navy diver to break down his path into the United States Navy and what it really took to earn that title. From the beginning stages of his journey, he shares the challenges he faced—including the stigma surrounding Black men and swimming—and how he pushed through to succeed in one of the most demanding fields in the military.We also dive into his transition out of the Navy and into civilian life, where he took on new roles and responsibilities, including becoming a police officer. In a full-circle moment, he reflects on his time in the academy—where Rome the Rula served as his instructor—and how those experiences continued to shape his mindset, discipline, and leadership.This episode is about resilience, breaking barriers, and evolving through every stage of life while wearing many hats and staying grounded in purpose.