Podcasts by American Valor Podcast

Jim Leeke: Navy Veteran and Storyteller from 2021-06-15T05:00

Jim Leeke was born and grew up in the Midwest. He studied journalism at Ohio State University after serving in the U.S. Navy. Jim then began his writing career in daily newspapers as a reporter,...

Baseball and the Community with Craig Stammen from 2021-05-18T04:00

Stammen grew up and still resides in North Star, Ohio a village about 11 miles (18 km) northwest of Versailles. Drafted by the Washington Nationals in the 12th Round of the 2005 MLB June Amateur...

Dreaming Big and Surrounding Yourself with the Best to Be Your Best with Jim “The Rookie” Morris from 2021-04-06T08:00

“Jim Morris is no stranger to big dreams. Since he was five years old, he passionately yearned to play baseball in the major leagues. However, despite all his hard work and determination, a seri...

Philosophy, Leadership, and Small Acts of Valor with LTC JC Glick, USA (Ret.) from 2021-03-09T04:00

Thoughts on writing, philosophy, leadership, heroism, and valor.

“LTC (Ret) JC Glick is a leadership consultant who advises at the strategic, operational, team and individual levels. He ha...

Mr. Kenny Lofton on Major League Baseball and Bob Feller from 2021-02-23T04:00

Cleveland Indians Hall of Famer Mr. Kenny Lofton shares stories from his seventeen seasons in Major League Baseball, including stealing bases, Omar Visquel, Frank Thomas, Albert Belle, and Bob F...

Reading and Leadership with Commanding Officer John Laney, USN (Ret.) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

A growth mindset and reading as a path towards leadership, helping others to reach their best version of self.

Covering Baseball and Supporting the Military with Mr. Matt Eisner from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Thoughts on attending the Bob Feller Foundation annual award ceremonies and the state of Major League Baseball.

Mr. Buster Olney on National Baseball HOFer, Lieutenant Colonel Jerry Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

American Sport Columnist shares stories of lifetime in baseball

Author Anne Keene: Baseball and Military in World War II from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Lessons from the Greatest Generation

American Values, Leadership, and the Power of the Individual: 75th Secretary of the Navy the Honorable Ray Mabus from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Lessons from a Life of Leadership

Memories of Bob Feller: a Lifetime of Service with the USS Alabama's Bill Tunnell from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stories of a Baseball Legend and US Navy Chief Petty Officer

Marine Steve Gonzalez on Post Military Careers and Respect for Others from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Daily Service, Personal Success, and Valor

MLB Veteran Doug Flynn: Baseball, Big Red Machine, Community Service from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Doug Flynn: Stories and Perspectives from a Lifetime in Baseball, Community

Semper Fi with Marine Corps Reserve Major Chad Lennon: Significance Through Service from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Guiness World Record Holder Chad Lennon

Vice Admiral Jay Donnelly: Submarines, Service to Others, and Valor from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Donnelly: A Naval Family Legacy

Tommy Lasorda: Reflections on a Life in the United States of America from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

American Legend and Dodgers Hall of Fame Manager Mr. Tommy Lasorda

Lessons of Leadership with Dr. CJ Mitchell: 15th Force Master Chief of the Navy Reserve from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Dr. CJ Mitchell, FORCM(ret) on Leadership and Valor

Mitch Harris: Naval Officer to Major League Baseball Pitcher from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In our 11th episode, Mitch Harris discusses his Navy origins and flight to the Big Leagues with the American Valor Podcast.

70th Secretary of the Navy the Honorable John H. Dalton from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Reflections on a Distinguished Career in Navy, Business, Government

Catching Every Ball with Baseball Legend Johnny Bench from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Baseball, Valor and Catching Every Ball with Baseball Legend Johnny Bench

Naval Academy Baseball Coach Paul Kostacopoulos from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Coach Kostacopoulos on Naval Academy, Coaching, Leadership

Brad Ziegler: Major League Baseball and Support of Military from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Major League Baseball stories and support of veterans

Bob DiBiasio: Cleveland Indians and Bob Feller from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Cleveland Indians and Bob Feller: A Career of Memories and Stories

Baseball's Greatest Catcher to Ever Live Johnny Bench on Act of Valor Patriot Program from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Greatest Catcher to Ever Live: 2019 Act of Valor Patriot Program

Lou Bernardi: Baseball and Military from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

A Life in Baseball: Honoring Service Men and Women

Retired Marine Corps Lieutenant General George Flynn on Military, Leadership from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Lessons from Military Leader: Managing Uncertainty with Retired Lieutenant General George Flynn

Adversity and Helping Others with Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant Johnathan Rose from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

3rd inning: Overcoming Adversity with USMC Gunnery Sergeant Johnathan Rose

Retired Army Command Sergeant Major Steve Curtis on Service to Country from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Second Inning: Lessons from a Career of Service

Bob Feller Act of Valor Award Foundation President Peter Fertig from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

First Pitch: President Peter Fertig

Service and Baseball with Mr. Luke Gillingham from 2020-09-01T04:00

Minor League Baseball player and retired Surface Warfare Officer Luke Gillingham shares his memories of playing baseball at the United States Naval Academy for Coach Paul Kostacopoulos, his reco...

Changing the World One Person at a Time with Judge Michael Allen from 2020-08-18T04:00

Judge Michael Allen speaks about his path to serving as one of nine judges on the United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims, the youngest federal court, created in 1988. Appeals of all ...

The Power of Positive Leadership with Retired Fleet Master Chief Scott Benning from 2020-08-04T04:00

Retired Fleet Master Chief Scott Benning speaks about the opportunities presented by the military for individuals to improve themselves while serving one’s country and receiving an education. It...

Air Force and Entrepreneurship with Ms. Charlynda Scales from 2020-07-21T04:00

Ms. Charlynda Scales speaks of her time as an acquisitions officer in the United States Air Force, the bond she shared with her grandfather Charlie “Mutt” Ferrell, Jr., who encouraged Charlynda ...

Baseball Returns, The MLB in 2020 from 2020-07-14T04:00

Leo Menchetti and Colin Kirk discuss current events and details surrounding the start of the 2020 MLB season.

Walk4Valor Challenge

Creating Ecosystems with Navy Veteran Alan Bottorff from 2020-07-07T04:00

“Retiring after 21 years of active service in the United States Navy, Alan Bottorff earned his Bachelor of Business Administration – Healthcare Management from Strayer University, graduating Sum...

Combining Forces to Honor the Fallen with Kevin Hertell and Chad Lennon from 2020-06-22T16:00

Over 20 veterans take their lives each day, evidence of a suicide epidemic within our country, a problem specifically prevalent within the veteran community. The Suicide Awareness and Prevention...

Just Lead: Chief Petty Officer Terry Spain, USN (Ret.) from 2020-06-09T16:00

Retired Navy Chief Petty Officer Terry Spain speaks about his leadership philosophy, lessons learned in his life from family and military service, what it means to be a Chief Petty Officer in th...

USN Captain Greg Zettler: Courage to do the right thing and ownership in the mission from 2020-05-12T16:00

Captain Greg Zettler speaks about lessons of integrity as a priority of his education at the United States Naval Academy. Captain Zettler speaks about the significance of service and recommends ...

Dr. Himesh Lakhlani: Family, Education, and Support of Country from 2020-04-14T16:00

Dr. Himesh Lakhlani speaks about lessons learned from the difficult situations his parents lived through. His parents taught him hard work, commitment, humility, and the value of family. Himesh ...

Baseball Author, Broadcaster Mr. Ed Randall: Baseball, Cancer and Life from 2020-03-31T16:00

Mr. Ed Randall speaks about his love of baseball while growing up, leading him to broadcast, report, and anchor professionally. He speaks about the challenges of reaching Major League Baseball, ...

Mr. Carl Erskine: Jackie Robinson's teammate, discipline, and change from 2020-03-17T16:00

"Baseball saw some of its biggest transformations in the 1940s and 50s. The introduction of night games, television, racial desegregation, and prevalence of jet travel all had a profound im...

Mrs. Anne Feller on Mr. Bob Feller's Legacy from 2020-03-03T17:00

We are very fortunate to feature Mrs. Anne Feller, the widow of Mr. Bob Feller. Mrs. Feller shares incredible stories of Mr. Feller's recollection of his experiences in World War II and pri...

Sports Journalist Ms. Lindsay Berra on Grandfather Yogi from 2020-02-18T16:00

On the American Valor Podcast, Sports Journalist Lindsay Berra speaks about her career decision and experience covering sports at the highest levels. She talks about lessons learned from her gra...

Sports Journalist Ms. Lindsay Berra on Grandfather Yogi from 2020-02-18T16:00

On the American Valor Podcast, Sports Journalist Lindsay Berra speaks about her career decision and experience covering sports at the highest levels. She talks about lessons learned from her gra...

Sports Journalist Ms. Lindsay Berra on Grandfather Yogi from 2020-02-18T16:00

On the American Valor Podcast, Sports Journalist Lindsay Berra speaks about her career decision and experience covering sports at the highest levels. She talks about lessons learned from her gra...

Bob Feller Act of Valor Award Foundation President Peter Fertig from 2019-05-18T07:00

On the American Valor Podcast, the Bob Feller Act of Valor Foundation brings to life the stories of the 37 National Baseball Hall of Famers who served during World War II, led by Chief Petty Off...

Bob Feller Act of Valor Award Foundation President Peter Fertig from 2019-05-18T07:00

On the American Valor Podcast, the Bob Feller Act of Valor Foundation brings to life the stories of the 37 National Baseball Hall of Famers who served during World War II, led by Chief Petty Off...