The Academy Insider Podcast - Your Guide to The Naval Academy Experience
GRANT VERMEER
109 episodes
3 days ago
Send us a text Why Good Humans Make the Best Warriors According to Naval Commander Will Spears What happens when ancient philosophy meets modern military leadership? In this fascinating episode, we explore how stoicism serves as a cornerstone of warrior development and ethical leadership at the Naval Academy. I'm joined by Commander William Spears, a Naval Academy graduate, submarine commander, and author of the upcoming book "Stoicism as a Warrior Philosophy." As a prior enlisted sailor who...
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Send us a text Why Good Humans Make the Best Warriors According to Naval Commander Will Spears What happens when ancient philosophy meets modern military leadership? In this fascinating episode, we explore how stoicism serves as a cornerstone of warrior development and ethical leadership at the Naval Academy. I'm joined by Commander William Spears, a Naval Academy graduate, submarine commander, and author of the upcoming book "Stoicism as a Warrior Philosophy." As a prior enlisted sailor who...
#107 Plebe Duties At The Naval Academy (2025) - On The Yard 004
The Academy Insider Podcast - Your Guide to The Naval Academy Experience
34 minutes
3 weeks ago
#107 Plebe Duties At The Naval Academy (2025) - On The Yard 004
Send us a text From Chopping to Chow Calls: Decoding the Secret Language of Plebes Ever wondered what it's really like to be a plebe at the United States Naval Academy? In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the unique aspects of plebe life that go beyond academics and physical training. As a Naval Academy graduate, I'm excited to share insights into the daily rituals, responsibilities, and challenges that shape the plebe experience. We'll explore: Key Elements of Plebe LifeThe conce...
The Academy Insider Podcast - Your Guide to The Naval Academy Experience
Send us a text Why Good Humans Make the Best Warriors According to Naval Commander Will Spears What happens when ancient philosophy meets modern military leadership? In this fascinating episode, we explore how stoicism serves as a cornerstone of warrior development and ethical leadership at the Naval Academy. I'm joined by Commander William Spears, a Naval Academy graduate, submarine commander, and author of the upcoming book "Stoicism as a Warrior Philosophy." As a prior enlisted sailor who...
