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Survival Training: A Catalyst for Leadership - Dr. John Torres ’82
THE LONG BLUE LEADERSHIP PODCAST
48 minutes 29 seconds
5 months ago
Survival Training: A Catalyst for Leadership - Dr. John Torres ’82
Dr. John Torres shared his journey from a strict military upbringing to becoming a leader and emergency physician. He recounted his transformative experience at the Air Force Academy, where survival training solidified his commitment to staying. Dr. Torres highlighted the influence of mentors and his transition to medicine inspired by a high school biology teacher and a fellow pilot. He discussed his role as an NBC correspondent, crediting his public speaking skills to his time as a falconer at the academy. Dr. Torres also mentioned his work with NATO Special Forces medics and his family’s deep roots in New Mexico.
THE LONG BLUE LEADERSHIP PODCAST
Stories of leadership told by the leaders of character who lived them. This is how the Air Force Academy experience shaped their past, present and future. Presented by the Association of Graduates and Air Force Academy Foundation.
