Have a Tisue Podcast Guest #5 is CMSgt Select Andrew Kehl. Chief Kehl is the Kunsan Fire Department Fire Chief and rose to the rank of Chief in just 18 years active duty. Chief Kehl goes by AJ and is a man of many unique hobbies. AJ was a contributing factor to me starting this podcast as he had his own podcast at one point that lasted 20 episodes. He aided me along with Brian Belford in shopping for podcast supplies on Amazon when I asked him for help in February. During this podcast we talk about his published book, My Rich Uncle: An Informal Guide to Maximizing Your Enlistment. In his words, it’s a book that “keeps it real” about the Air Force. It also describes some leadership ideas and strategies for promotion, if that is what is important to you. We talk about a moment that I observed called “Fire Chief for a Day.” AJ had an A1C hold his duty title and wear his Fire Chief patch for an entire day, just so the young airman could see what goes on in the Fire Department at a larger scale. The airmen later briefed about 30 other fire fighters on what he learned during that day. I reflect on the idea and consider bringing it into the air traffic control world with our younger airmen. AJ talks about never winning an award until his 15-year mark in the Air Force. The award he finally won, ended up being one of the biggest awards an Air Force member can win. AJ was recognized as one of the 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year. He talks about that experience and the opportunities that came from that award. AJ has a lot of experience, lots of certifications, and lots of followers. He shares a lot of useful and insightful information. I thoroughly enjoyed the two hours and I hope anyone else who listens does too.