Eric and Javier decide to go back to their roots for the vision of their podcast. After taking time to reflect and deal with major life events, they reconnect over Javier’s possible assignments, family, and the Army Behavior Health program.

Javier reveals some concerns regarding his upcoming ACFT. After a mini-therapy session about self-worth, they turn to the awkwardness of writing military biographies.

Javier turned 40!! This week we pick his big, beautiful brain and reminisce with plenty of laughter. Happy Birthday, big guy – we love you!

Eric and Javier go head-to-head in an intensifying debate about NCO promotions, discipline, and leadership impacts in an organization. We didn’t want to cut any of their arguments short, so enjoy this extra-long episode covering some important Army topics!

Eric rants about the inefficiencies and illogical manner most of academia teaches writing. Javier shares his experiences on how certain schools in the Army’s NCOES also fall into this trap. So, let’s have a quick chat on what good writing is, why it is important, and how it will be applied in the professional world.

Javier has grooming standards on his mind. As Eric and Javier discuss beards in the military, the conversation evolves to include some leadership challenges and the erosion of discipline in today’s Army.

Today Eric and Javier don’t pull any punches and discuss why you aren’t where you want to be in life – it’s because of you. Listen to the episode so you stop making excuses, take ownership, blame yourself, and GET BETTER!

Today Eric and Javier continue their discussion on Army schools. They then digress into showering procedures and rollerblading. This is Part 2 of a two-part series, due to the length of the discussion.

Today Eric and Javier answer which Army school was the most difficult from personal experience. They provide basic overviews of the schools along with their opinions on them. This is Part 1 of a two-part series, due to the length of the discussion.

Today Eric and Javier air their grievances with the way awards are handled in the Army. They laugh through their pain from personal disappointments to leader frustrations.