Chief travels to the 106th Rescue Wing in Long Island to interview TSgt Jacquelyn Fisher, a Communications Specialist who works full-time on State Active Duty.The pair discuss future plans, rumor control, the importance of family support and resources when serving as a single parent, learning to say "yes" and move beyond your comfort zone and bucket list items!

Chief travels to the 106th Rescue Wing in Long Island to interview TSgt Jacquelyn Fisher, a Communications Specialist who works full-time on State Active Duty. The pair discuss future plans, rumor control, the importance of family support and resources when serving as a single parent, learning to say "yes" and move beyond your comfort zone and bucket list items!

Episode 6, TSgt Jacquelyn Fisher

Chief travels to the 107th Attack Wing, Niagara, New York to interview A1C Harry Hartman. Hartman is currently a Security Forces Airman who just returned from a deployment in Africa.  He has been selected to be a RPA pilot.The two discuss why first impressions matter and how  followership and having a character is fundamental to success.

Chief travels to the 107th Attack Wing, Niagara, New York to interview A1C Harry Hartman.  Hartman is currently a Security Forces Airman who just returned from a deployment in Africa.  He has been selected to be a RPA pilot. The two discuss why first impressions matter and how  followership and having a character is fundamental to success.

Episode 5, A1C Harry Hartman

In this episode, Command Chief Denny Richardson has  Senior Enlisted Advisor Tony Whitehead and ANG Command Chief Maurice Williams as guests.This episode  focuses more on what is expected of senior leaders (empathy, communication, lead by example not exception) and how to define your own career path (educate yourself, utilize your development and be involved in where your career takes you)There are still plenty of leadership philosophies and advice on how to grow as a leader, what is expected of you and how to best take care of the Airmen you are leading. 

In this episode, Command Chief Denny Richardson has  Senior Enlisted Advisor Tony Whitehead and ANG Command Chief Maurice Williams as guests. This episode  focuses more on what is expected of senior leaders (empathy, communication, lead by example not exception) and how to define your own career path (educate yourself, utilize your development and be involved in where your career takes you) There are still plenty of leadership philosophies and advice on how to grow as a leader, what is expected of you and how to best take care of the Airmen you are leading.

Episode 4, the Three Chiefs

The tables have turned!  Get to know the man behind the mic.Chief Richardson welcomes back some previous guests to ask him questions.Learn more about Chief's history, leadership style, and thoughts on what the Air Force could do better.He also talks about who the biggest influence in his life has been, work life balance and his influence and ideas for developing Airmen throughout their career.

The tables have turned!  Get to know the man behind the mic. Chief Richardson welcomes back some previous guests to ask him questions. Learn more about Chief's history, leadership style, and thoughts on what the Air Force could do better. He also talks about who the biggest influence in his life has been, work life balance and his influence and ideas for developing Airmen throughout their career.

Episode 3, Command Chief Denny Richardson

Chief travels to the Eastern Air Defense Sector, Rome N.Y., to interview SrA Hannah Streeter. SrA Streeter recently left active duty to join the Air National Guard as a supply custodian in the Logistics Squadron. The two discuss the challenges that logistics faces these days, what histopathology is (yes that's a real word) and how she was able to learn the career field through her time as an active duty Airman and  taking opportunities as they become available.Chief also talks about the 4 "C" model leadership, the importance of recognizing people and their achievements and what is on SrA Streeter's  bucket list!

Chief travels to the Eastern Air Defense Sector, Rome N.Y., to interview SrA Hannah Streeter.  SrA Streeter recently left active duty to join the Air National Guard as a supply custodian in the Logistics Squadron.  The two discuss the challenges that logistics faces these days, what histopathology is (yes that's a real word) and how she was able to learn the career field through her time as an active duty Airman and  taking opportunities as they become available. Chief also talks about the 4 "C" model leadership, the importance of recognizing people and their achievements and what is on SrA Streeter's  bucket list!

Episode 2, SrA Hannah Streeter

Denise Donnell

Safety. Strength. Readiness.These are the core elements that Brig. Gen. Denise Donnell will focus on as the next commander of the New York Air National Guard.Chief sits down with Brig. Gen. Donnell as she prepares to take command of the NYANG.  They discuss  persevering  through the challenging times,  being accountable and embracing the leadership journey.Also discussed is why we should be open to opportunities even when they are not expected  and the need to  surround yourself with people who have different perspectives to cover your own blind spots and always have a relentless optimism. 

Safety. Strength. Readiness. These are the core elements that Brig. Gen. Denise Donnell will focus on as the next commander of the New York Air National Guard. Chief sits down with Brig. Gen. Donnell as she prepares to take command of the NYANG.  They discuss  persevering  through the challenging times,  being accountable and embracing the leadership journey. Also discussed is why we should be open to opportunities even when they are not expected  and the need to  surround yourself with people who have different perspectives to cover your own blind spots and always have a relentless optimism.

Brigadier General Denise Donnell

Chief reflects on the past 12 episodes from season 1,  thanking his guests and recapping some of the more memorable parts of their interviews. 

Chief reflects on the past 12 episodes from season 1,  thanking his guests and recapping some of the more memorable parts of their interviews.

Season 1 Recap

Season 2 of Journey's Through Leadership will drop on March 4th!

Season 2 of Journey's Through Leadership will drop on March 4th!

Season 2 Drops March 4th!

Major General Timothy LaBarge, the commander of the NY Air National Guard and the assistant adjutant general, reflects on his career of nearly 39 years as he prepares to retire.Chief and Maj. Gen. LaBarge  talk about lessons learned, culture shock, loneliness and how important it is to just keep moving forward through the uncomfortable times and keep the end-state in mind.LaBarge's words of advice are to lead by being quietly confident and overly competent, approach your job with humility and always treat people with respect.There is a lot to unpack in this episode and you may just get a masterclass in leadership. 

Major General Timothy LaBarge, the commander of the NY Air National Guard and the assistant adjutant general, reflects on his career of nearly 39 years as he prepares to retire. Chief and Maj. Gen. LaBarge  talk about lessons learned, culture shock, loneliness and how important it is to just keep moving forward through the uncomfortable times and keep the end-state in mind. LaBarge's words of advice are to lead by being quietly confident and overly competent, approach your job with humility and always treat people with respect. There is a lot to unpack in this episode and you may just get a masterclass in leadership.

Major General Timothy LaBarge- Farewell episode

Steve Palladino

Capt. Steve Palladino from the 105th Airlift Wing, Newburgh N.Y.  Talks with Chief about his civilian career, charitable work, military life and how important it is to really know the people you lead. Pushing through hardship and not giving up, recognizing and caring for the ones you work with and how confrontation is not a bad thing are just a few things discussed. 

Capt. Steve Palladino from the 105th Airlift Wing, Newburgh N.Y.  Talks with Chief about his civilian career, charitable work, military life and how important it is to really know the people you lead.  Pushing through hardship and not giving up, recognizing and caring for the ones you work with and how confrontation is not a bad thing are just a few things discussed.

Episode 11, Capt. Steve Palladino

N.Y. State Command Chief, Denny Richardson, hosts in depth conversations with Airmen from all walks of life.  Providing a voice to share their stories. Leadership is a journey and this podcast is all about the events, lessons and triumphs that happen along the way.

TSgt Jamie Spaulding joins Chief to talk about the public affairs career field and the deployment he just returned from.Also- why  leaders should get out of an Airman's way and how creativity is important in any career field. 

TSgt Jamie Spaulding joins Chief to talk about the public affairs career field and the deployment he just returned from. Also- why  leaders should get out of an Airman's way and how creativity is important in any career field.

Episode 10, TSgt Jamie Spaulding

Chief is on the road to the 107th Attack Wing at Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station.  MSgt Tony Re is a Remote Piloted Aircraft sensor operator for the MQ-9.  He recaps his career progression from starting as a crew chief on KC-135 aircraft to his position today and outlines the goals he had to set along the way. They discuss camaraderie in a unit, the feeling of family, and how it keeps him motivated to continue to serve and what made him go from being a "wild child" to the senior leader he is today. He also shares his view that being accountable both to the managers he reports to, but also to the Airmen he leads is one of the most important traits of a leader. 

Chief is on the road to the 107th Attack Wing at Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station.   MSgt Tony Re is a Remote Piloted Aircraft sensor operator for the MQ-9.  He recaps his career progression from starting as a crew chief on KC-135 aircraft to his position today and outlines the goals he had to set along the way.  They discuss camaraderie in a unit, the feeling of family, and how it keeps him motivated to continue to serve and what made him go from being a "wild child" to the senior leader he is today.  He also shares his view that being accountable both to the managers he reports to, but also to the Airmen he leads is one of the most important traits of a leader.

Episode 9, MSgt Tony Re

SrA Caleb Lapinel Joins Chief Richardson to recount his time as the first U.S. Air Force Airman to attend the Brazil Jungle Warfare Course.  SrA Lapinel shares some of his experiences and how important not only physical and metal strength are, but how important emotional intelligence is in high stress situations. Also, his thoughts on snakes vs Chief's and his thoughts on why being transparent leader is so important. 

SrA Caleb Lapinel Joins Chief Richardson to recount his time as the first U.S. Air Force Airman to attend the Brazil Jungle Warfare Course.   SrA Lapinel shares some of his experiences and how important not only physical and metal strength are, but how important emotional intelligence is in high stress situations.  Also, his thoughts on snakes vs Chief's and his thoughts on why being transparent leader is so important.

Episode 8, SrA Caleb Lapinel

Remembering Sep.11th and honoring the Airmen that worked at the Eastern Air Defense Sector on that day. Chief sits down with TSgt Timothy Deckard, a member of the Eastern Air Defense Sector (EADS) in Rome, New York.  They discuss the mission of EADS and the role the unit had on September 11, 2001.They also discuss the power that junior enlisted members have to make change in an organization and how important it is to be involved in change opportunities.Bucket list items are discussed (we're looking at you, Dwayne Johnson) and chief recommends his favorite baseball park.

Remembering Sep.11th and honoring the Airmen that worked at the Eastern Air Defense Sector on that day.  Chief sits down with TSgt Timothy Deckard, a member of the Eastern Air Defense Sector (EADS) in Rome, New York.  They discuss the mission of EADS and the role the unit had on September 11, 2001. They also discuss the power that junior enlisted members have to make change in an organization and how important it is to be involved in change opportunities. Bucket list items are discussed (we're looking at you, Dwayne Johnson) and chief recommends his favorite baseball park.

Episode 7, TSgt Timothy Deckard

Find your strength, attitude is everything, lead by example.Senior Airman Karley Youngs, honor guard coordinator and security forces Airman from the 174th Attack Wing talks with Chief Richardson about having people doubt you and moving forward from it instead of being brought down by it.  She also stresses the importance of smiling and having a good attitude, the only thing that can be controlled is your attitude and how you react to things.  Also, a  candid discussion about what an Airman expects from a leader, and the importance of knowing 'who' you serve. 

Find your strength, attitude is everything, lead by example. Senior Airman Karley Youngs, honor guard coordinator and security forces Airman from the 174th Attack Wing talks with Chief Richardson about having people doubt you and moving forward from it instead of being brought down by it.   She also stresses the importance of smiling and having a good attitude, the only thing that can be controlled is your attitude and how you react to things.   Also, a  candid discussion about what an Airman expects from a leader, and the importance of knowing 'who' you serve.

Episode 6, SrA Karley Youngs

Jason Williams

Dream big and go after what you want, be curious and learn as much as you can and always be prepared for any opportunity that may present itself.MSgt Jason Williams, 1st Sgt. at the 106th Rescue Wing, Long Island, New York, tackles some big topics with Chief Richardson to include doing the jobs you may not think you want, finding balance, being intentional and developing the person beneath the uniform.  He also shares his perspective on racial inequality through his experience as a black male civilian police officer and military member and how important it is to have respectful, open conversations with people from all walks of life.

Dream big and go after what you want, be curious and learn as much as you can and always be prepared for any opportunity that may present itself. MSgt Jason Williams, 1st Sgt. at the 106th Rescue Wing, Long Island, New York, tackles some big topics with Chief Richardson to include doing the jobs you may not think you want, finding balance, being intentional and developing the person beneath the uniform.  He also shares his perspective on racial inequality through his experience as a black male civilian police officer and military member and how important it is to have respectful, open conversations with people from all walks of life.

Episode 5, MSgt Jason Williams

Tony Whitehead

Educate. Empower. Execute.Senior Enlisted Advisor Tony Whitehead talked with Chief Richardson about creating a generation of leaders who aren't afraid to take risks and how current leaders must empower people by making them a part of decisions now. He also discusses his definition of leadership, how learning comes from experiences and utilizing what you learn from those experiences, understanding the importance of hearing "No" and growing from it, extremism and racial disparity among the ranks and the importance of having a diversity of experience. 

Educate. Empower. Execute. Senior Enlisted Advisor Tony Whitehead talked with Chief Richardson about creating a generation of leaders who aren't afraid to take risks and how current leaders must empower people by making them a part of decisions now.  He also discusses his definition of leadership, how learning comes from experiences and utilizing what you learn from those experiences, understanding the importance of hearing "No" and growing from it, extremism and racial disparity among the ranks and the importance of having a diversity of experience.

Episode 4, SEA Tony Whitehead

Know your whyStay true to yourselfGet comfortable being uncomfortableSMSgt Renae Turner, Wing First Sergeant at the 105th Airlift Wing, joins Chief Richardson to discuss the importance of networking, staying motivated, being a female in a male dominated career field, and how the Air Force needs the fresh perspectives and ideas of the younger generation. Also, the age old question- Starbucks or Dunkin?

Know your why Stay true to yourself Get comfortable being uncomfortable SMSgt Renae Turner, Wing First Sergeant at the 105th Airlift Wing, joins Chief Richardson to discuss the importance of networking, staying motivated, being a female in a male dominated career field, and how the Air Force needs the fresh perspectives and ideas of the younger generation.  Also, the age old question- Starbucks or Dunkin?

Episode 3, SMSgt Renae Turner

Purpose. Motivation. Direction.There is always a "what", a "how", and a "why" in leadership decisions and visions. Maj. Gen. Timothy LaBarge joins Chief Richardson to discuss his definition of leadership, what makes a good leader, and how leadership can go wrong.They also discuss  books and make few recommendations and some key factors to always remember throughout your leadership journey. 

Purpose. Motivation. Direction. There is always a "what", a "how", and a "why" in leadership decisions and visions.  Maj. Gen. Timothy LaBarge joins Chief Richardson to discuss his definition of leadership, what makes a good leader, and how leadership can go wrong. They also discuss  books and make few recommendations and some key factors to always remember throughout your leadership journey.

Episode 2, Maj. Gen. Timothy LaBarge

Rob Donaldson

Listen, Learn and Lead- these are the principles that every Airman should embrace.N.Y. State Command Chief, CMSgt Denny Richardson interviews Col. Rob Donaldson, Vice Commander of the 109th Airlift Wing, New York Air National Guard.During this interview, Col. Donaldson gives details of his upbringing, his time as an enlisted Airman, and his thoughts and reasons why Airmen need to feel empowered to share their ideas and innovations. 

Listen, Learn and Lead- these are the principles that every Airman should embrace. N.Y. State Command Chief, CMSgt Denny Richardson interviews Col. Rob Donaldson, Vice Commander of the 109th Airlift Wing, New York Air National Guard. During this interview, Col. Donaldson gives details of his upbringing, his time as an enlisted Airman, and his thoughts and reasons why Airmen need to feel empowered to share their ideas and innovations.

Episode 1, Col. Rob Donaldson

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