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    Practicing the Pillars Podcast

    Practicing the Pillars Podcast

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    About

    The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The Pillars, which include Mental Health, Spiritual Wellness, Physical Fitness, and Healthy Social Networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier more fulfilled life.



    Episodes


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 23: “Share Your Story”

      Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Tech. Sgt. Guy Colburn, 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, talks about owning his narrative and moving his life forward. (U.S. Air Force courtesy audio)

      03/18/2021


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 22: “The Experience Of Living Through Suicide” (WARNING – Sensitive Subject Matter)

      Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Tech. Sgt. Jeremy Rutherford, honor guard training director, talks about the thoughts and journey of a hurting brother. (U.S. Air Force courtesy audio)

      03/05/2021


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 21: “Want Revenge? Just Live Your Best Life”

      Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Tech. Sgt. Jonathan Walters, 509th Force Support Squadron honor guard program manager, talks about his story of growing into his resiliency and how you can get through anything if you know who you are. (U.S. Air Force courtesy audio)

      02/19/2021


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 20: No is NOT an option

      Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, 2nd Lt. Wayne Levan speaks about his early career and how an Article 15 could have been the end of it, yet he overcame that challenge to excel and push harder through the hard times and continue on to OTS and beyond. (U.S. Air Force courtesy audio.)

      10/29/2020


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 19: Shedding Light on a common story

      Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, SMSgt. Cordell Roberson of the 509th Medical Group talks about facing diversity challenges within a community he calls home, overcoming those challenges and forging a new path where inclusion is a way of life, not just a goal. (U.S. Air Force courtesy audio.)

      10/09/2020


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 18: Being you

      Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of Tech Sgt. April Tover discusses her struggles... read more

      08/14/2020


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 17: Lean on Me

      Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Lt. Col. Stephanie Forsythe, 509th Operations Medical Readiness Squadron commander, shares her story of resilience in overcoming a sexual assault that occurred in adolescence and how it eventually led to an attempt of suicide early in her career.(U.S. Air Force courtesy audio)

      07/17/2020


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 17: Lean on Me

      Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Lt. Col. Stephanie Forsythe, 509th Operations Medical Readiness Squadron commander, shares her story of resilience in overcoming a sexual assault that occurred in adolescence and how it eventually led to an attempt of suicide early in her career.(U.S. Air Force courtesy audio)

      07/17/2020


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 16: My Season

      Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Col. (Dr.) Chrystal Henderson, 509th... read more

      07/01/2020


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 15: Counting Blessings

      Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Lt. Parker Hammond headed for a senior... read more

      06/17/2020


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 14: Surviving COVID-19

      Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, master resiliency trainer TSgt. Kimberly Desilus, True North embedded mental health provider Nicole Termini and MSgt. Josh White discuss the importance of staying resilient during the COVID-19 pandemic, and ways to utilize the pillars while quarantined.

      05/30/2020


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 13: Looking Inward

      Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Col. Jeffrey Schreiner, 509th Bomb Wing commander, shares his personal experience as a father of special needs child and how he balances family and the Air Force.

      05/21/2020


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 12: Jumping Ship

      Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Col. Justin Grieve, 509th Operations... read more

      03/11/2020


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 11: Resiliency Rose

      Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, SSgt. Holland Turnquist shares her story of repeated childhood and adult trauma. Despite seemingly insurmountable obstacles, she discovered her strength and internal compass resulting in incredible success--personally and professionally.

      02/21/2020


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 10: Keep Calm and Climb On

      Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, 509th Munitions Squadron Embedded Social... read more

      02/20/2020


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 9: Never give up

      Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman Airmen and service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Wounded Warrior and U.S. Air... read more

      02/11/2020


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 8: Make it Count

      The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The Pillars, which include Mental Health, Spiritual Wellness, Physical Fitness, and Healthy Social Networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Gold Star family, Dale and Megan Duncan, discuss life after the loss of their son, Spencer Duncan, and their dream to help veterans heal from PTS.

      CAF Lesson: Balance your thinking.

      11/11/2019


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 8: Make it count

      The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The Pillars, which include Mental Health, Spiritual Wellness, Physical Fitness, and Healthy Social Networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Gold Star Parents, Dale and Megan Duncan, discuss life after the loss of their son, Army Spc. Spencer Duncan, and their dream to help veterans heal from PTS.
      CAF Lesson: Balance your thinking

      10/31/2019


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 7: Defining your own story

      The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The Pillars, which include Mental Health, Spiritual Wellness, Physical Fitness, and Healthy Social Networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Practicing the Pillars' own Morgan Hildebrand overcoming assault and owning her life narrative.

      CAF Lesson: Mindfulness

      10/24/2019


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 5: An Unlikely Advocate

      The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The Pillars, which include Mental Health, Spiritual Wellness, Physical Fitness, and Healthy Social Networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Jeff Huffman talks about his journey to becoming the Violence Prevention Integration Lead at Whiteman Air Force Base.
      CAF Lesson: Reframe, Control how you act.

      10/17/2019


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 3: A Leaders Perspective, Brigadier General Claude K. Tudor Jr.

      The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The Pillars, which include Mental Health, Spiritual Wellness, Physical Fitness, and Healthy Social Networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Brig Gen Claude K. Tudor Jr. opens up about his life as a battlefield Airman and offers a strategic look at warrior care.

      10/10/2019


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 3: A Leaders Perspective, Brigadier General Claude K. Tudor Jr.

      The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The Pillars, which include Mental Health, Spiritual Wellness, Physical Fitness, and Healthy Social Networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Brig Gen Claude K. Tudor Jr. opens up about his life as a battlefield Airman and offers a strategic look at warrior care.

      10/10/2019


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 7: A Leaders Perspective, Brigadier General Claude Tudor

      The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The Pillars, which include Mental Health, Spiritual Wellness, Physical Fitness, and Healthy Social Networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Brig. Gen. Claude Tudor opens up about his life as a Battlefield Airman and offers a strategic look at warrior care.

      10/10/2019


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 2: A Leaders Perspective, Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright

      The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The Pillars, which include Mental Health, Spiritual Wellness, Physical Fitness, and Healthy Social Networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright, discusses the meaning of his name and his vision for the future of resiliency in the United States Air Force.

      10/07/2019


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 6: A Leaders Perspective, Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright

      The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The Pillars, which include Mental Health, Spiritual Wellness, Physical Fitness, and Healthy Social Networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright talks with the team about how he got his name and his vision for the future of the Air Force.

      10/07/2019


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 2: A Leaders Perspective, Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright

      The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The Pillars, which include Mental Health, Spiritual Wellness, Physical Fitness, and Healthy Social Networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright, discusses the meaning of his name and his vision for the future of resiliency in the United States Air Force.

      10/07/2019


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 4: From Refugee to Warrior

      The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. Airman 1st Class Vera Schwenk tells her story about growing up in Kyrgyzstan, relocating the the United States and enlisting in the United States Air Force.

      CAF Lesson: Values Based Living, Gratitude

      09/11/2019


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 1: More Than a Conqueror

      The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The Pillars, which include Mental Health, Spiritual Wellness, Physical Fitness, and Healthy Social Networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Chaplain Graham Baily discusses his struggles and road to recovery after a traumatic brain injury.
      CAF Lesson: Spiritual Resiliency, Meditation, Values Based Living

      08/22/2019


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 5: Defining your own Story

      The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The Pillars, which include Mental Health, Spiritual Wellness, Physical Fitness, and Healthy Social Networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Task Force True North Coordinator, Morgan Hildebrand, talks about overcoming assault and owning her life narrative.
      CAF Lesson: Mindfulness

      08/21/2019


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 4: From Refugee to Warrior

      The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. Airman 1st Class Vera Schwenk tells her story about growing up in Kyrgyzstan, relocating the the United States and enlisting in the United States Air Force.

      CAF Lesson: Values Based Living, Gratitude

      08/19/2019


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 4: Home Front Hero

      The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The Pillars, which include Mental Health, Spiritual Wellness, Physical Fitness, and Healthy Social Networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Military Spouse Jenn Staley talks about being separated from her Spouse and processing grief while away from her loved ones.
      CAF Lesson: Bring your strengths, physical resiliency

      08/19/2019


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 6: Home Front Hero

      The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The Pillars, which include Mental Health, Spiritual Wellness, Physical Fitness, and Healthy Social Networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Spouse, Jenn Staley, talks about being separated from her spouse and processing grief while away from her loved ones.

      CAF Lesson: Bring your strengths, physical resiliency.

      08/19/2019


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 6: Home Front Hero

      The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The Pillars, which include Mental Health, Spiritual Wellness, Physical Fitness, and Healthy Social Networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Spouse, Jenn Staley, talks about being separated from her spouse and processing grief while away from her loved ones.

      CAF Lesson: Bring your strengths, physical resiliency.

      08/19/2019


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 1: More than a Conqueror

      The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The Pillars, which include Mental Health, Spiritual Wellness, Physical Fitness, and Healthy Social Networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Chaplain Graham Baily discusses his struggles and road to recovery after a traumatic brain injury.
      CAF Lesson: Spiritual Resiliency, Meditation, Values Based Living

      08/15/2019


    • Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 1: More Than a Conqueror

      The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The Pillars, which include Mental Health, Spiritual Wellness, Physical Fitness, and Healthy Social Networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Chaplain Graham Baily discusses his struggles and road to recovery after a traumatic brain injury.
      CAF Lesson: Spiritual Resiliency, Meditation, Values Based Living

      08/12/2019