Podcasts by CG Learning The Ropes

CG Learning The Ropes

A forum for career stories, leadership and insights.

The views expressed herein are those of the participants and are not to be construed as official or reflecting the views of the Commandant, the U. S. Coast Guard, or any other government agency. The primary purpose of this podcast is to educate and inform.

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"Sector Leadership" - CAPT (Ret.) Mark Ogle from 2021-08-04T07:02:55

Born in Chapel Hill, NC, CAPT(Ret.) Mark Ogle graduated the U.S. Coast Guard Academy in 1986 and the Naval War College in 2007. He has commanded 4 units: The Cutter KEY LARGO, Group Eastern Shor...

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BONUS - Episode 6 - "Perspectives of a Icebreaker Sailor" from 2020-09-18T04:44:37

Check out what tools CAPT Woityra has found most helpful for his growth and development as a leader throughout his distinguished career.

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Episode 6 - "Perspectives of a Icebreaker Sailor" from 2020-09-02T01:46:26

Hailing from Rochester NY, Captain Woityra completed a 2018 Fulbright Scholarship studying icebreakers in Finland. He is a Coast Guard Academy graduate, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Elec...

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TRAILER - Episode 6 - "Perspectives of a Icebreaker Sailor" from 2020-08-18T07:40:06

One of the Coast Guard's foremost experts on arctic operations, policy and what life is really like in the red hull fleet. Captain William Woityra, Commanding Officer of the USCGC POLAR STA...

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BONUS - Episode 5 - "Perspectives of a Coast Guard Strategist" from 2020-08-18T07:32:07

Commander Higgins-Bloom shares one of the most significant leadership lessons she learned on her journey to becoming a senior officer.

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Episode 5 - "Perspectives of a Coast Guard Strategist" from 2020-08-01T20:08:03

Commander Kate Higgins-Bloom is currently assigned to the Coast Guard Office of Emerging Policy (CG-DCO-X), where she works as a strategist and the Director of Project Evergreen, the U.S. Coast ...

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TRAILER - Episode 5 - "Perspectives of a Coast Guard Strategist" from 2020-07-27T05:51:03

Did you know that the Coast Guard has Strategists and Strategic Planners? Curious about what they do and the important role they play?

Here is a brief snippet from our discussion with CDR...

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BONUS - Episode 4 - CAPT (Ret.) Jon Spaner from 2020-07-17T04:56:52

From the cutting room floor, you don't want to miss this one! Tune in to hear about those essential qualities that lead to success in the most demanding and high visibility special assignments. ...

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Episode 4 - CAPT (Ret.) Jon Spaner from 2020-07-11T05:17:07

Jon Spaner is a member of McKinsey & Co’s public sector practice based in Washington, DC.

Previously, Jon served as a commissioned officer in the U.S. Coast Guard for 22 years holding...

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TRAILER - Episode 4 - CAPT (Ret.) Jon Spaner from 2020-06-19T04:03:13

CAPT (Ret.) Spaner not only offers us insight on the difference between sponsorship and mentorship, he also tells us what it actually looks like in execution in the fleet. You don't want to miss...

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BONUS - Episode 3 - CAPT (Ret.) John Pruitt from 2020-06-16T01:09:13

In what made the cutting room floor from Episode 3, CAPT(Ret.) Pruitt discusses some factors that can truly distinguish your record/performance from your peers, the differences between commandin...

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Episode 3 - CAPT (Ret.) John Pruitt from 2020-06-02T03:14:05

What a great discussion with CAPT (Ret.) Pruitt, he didn't pull any punches. Ever wondered what the TRUE keys to successful afloat leadership are? All Coasties (Cuttermen and non-Cuttermen) coul...

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TRAILER - Episode 3 - CAPT (Ret.) John Pruitt from 2020-05-16T01:16:13

Here is a snippet of CAPT (Ret.) Pruitt's thoughts on assuming Command and leading crews in a COVID-19 operating environment. You can read more about his background here: Listen

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BONUS - Episode 2 - CAPT (Ret.) Charlene Downey from 2020-05-16T01:08:33

This is what made the cutting room floor of Episode 2.  Tune in to hear CAPT (Ret.) Downey's thoughts on the key ingredients and characteristics that make those special leaders, TRULY speci...

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Episode 2 - CAPT (Ret.) Charlene Downey from 2020-05-01T21:37:46

Charlene Downey is the owner of SeeWorthy Coaching & Consulting, LLC where she serves as a Leadership & Life Coach partnering with individuals and teams to inspire inner strength, learni...

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TRAILER - Episode 2 - CAPT (Ret.) Charlene Downey from 2020-04-16T02:06:10

Please come back to listen to the full episode on May 1st! You don't want to miss our entire conversation.

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BONUS - Episode 1 - VADM (Ret.) Peter Neffenger from 2020-04-16T02:01:10

Check out what made the cutting room floor from Episode 1! 

Additional insight on why VADM Neffenger chose the Coast Guard over other options, his thoughts on the Coast Guard being v...

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Episode 1 - VADM (Ret.) Peter Neffenger from 2020-04-02T03:24:48

Vice Admiral Peter Neffenger was appointed in 2015 by President Obama to lead the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), a position he held until January 2017. Prior to this he enjoyed a ...

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TRAILER - Episode 1 - VADM (Ret.) Peter Neffenger from 2020-04-02T02:25:49

It's finally here! Episode 1 posts on 1 April 2020, with bonus audio on 15 April 2020.

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CG Learning The Ropes (Trailer) from 2019-12-23T00:27:32

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