Palmetto Guardian

On this episode of the Palmetto Guardian we talk with Christopher Wallace, McCrady Fire and Rescue Lieutenant about his service in the Army and what led him to become a firefighter. We dive into his passion for health and fitness and his journey to competing for the title of McCrady’s Strongest Firefighter. The Palmetto Guardian is hosted by Staff Sgt. Chelsea Weaver and Pfc. Ana-Grace Catoe with the South Carolina National Guard Public Affairs office.

On this episode of the Palmetto Guardian we talk with U.S. Army Maj. Ben Thornton, South Carolina National Guard state training administrator about his military career. We dive into his history with the 4-118th Combined Arms Battalion and how he started from a platoon leader to now becoming the battalion commander. We also talk about his experience during COVID-19 while deployed and how that changed the dynamic of daily operations. The Palmetto Guardian is hosted by Staff Sgt. Chelsea Weaver and Pfc. Ana-Grace Catoe with the South Carolina National Guard Public Affairs office.

On this episode of the Palmetto Guardian middle school interns, Makayla Simmons, Beechwood Middle School and Keyonna Washington, Ebenezer Middle School spend the day with the South Carolina National Guard Public Affairs Office. They experience what it’s really like to work in public affairs and the ins and outs of daily operations. They interview U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Sean Delaney-Gesing, South Carolina National Guard Marketing NCO about his experience being a recruiter and what it was like transitioning into marketing. The Palmetto Guardian is hosted by Staff Sgt. Chelsea Weaver with the South Carolina National Guard Public Affairs office.

On this episode of the Palmetto Guardian we talk with Lisa Mustard, South Carolina National Guard behavioral health office about how to deal with failure. We dive into ways to overcome failure, how it’s not about failing but how you respond to failure and understanding that you are in control of your own path. The Palmetto Guardian is hosted by Staff Sgt. Chelsea Weaver and Pfc. Ana-Grace Catoe with the South Carolina National Guard Public Affairs office.

0:00 - Intro

1:26 - How do you cope with failure?

3:40 - Internalizing failure

6:20 - Reframing the story you tell yourself about failure

9:00 - The importance of readiness and how you use feedback

10:53 - Keeping mind of the company you surround yourself with

12:45 - How to reframe your failure for motivational use and the importance of support

16:00 - Helping fellow soldiers see through their own denial of failure

18:30 - Reassessing your goals

20:30 - Understanding that you are in control of your own path in life

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Ep 131 Building Strong & Resilient Teams

On this episode of the Palmetto Guardian we talk with U.S. Army Ch. (Maj.) John Denny, South Carolina National Guard full time support chaplain and U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Joshua Powell, South Carolina National Guard full time support religious affairs NCO. We dive into the history of their military careers, what they have to offer service members and their families and different programs units can request to build confidence and morale within the ranks. The Palmetto Guardian is hosted by Staff Sgt. Chelsea Weaver and Pfc. Ana-Grace Catoe with the South Carolina National Guard Public Affairs office.

To contact Chaplain Denny or Staff Sgt. Powell:

0:00 - Intro

1:18 - What are the full time duties of a chaplain and religious support nco?

2:27 - Chaplain Denny, how long have you been in the guard? Have you always been a full time member?

2:45 - Did you enlist and then decide to become a chaplain?

3:13 - Ssg Powell, what is your background in the military and how did you decide to join the guard?

3:45 - What are your daily duties?

4:03 - During your Marine Corps service did you have the same MOS?

5:45 - Why does the chaplain corps exist? Do you have to know about all religions in order to be a Chaplain?

9:00 - What other religions are represented by Chaplains in the South Carolina National Guard?

11:30 - Can families seek help from the Chaplain or does it have to be religious based?

17:00 - What programs does the army offer for families, or even units, to build trust and stronger bonds?

On this episode of the Palmetto Guardian we talk with U.S. Army Lt. Col. Joseph Bulwinkle, U.S. Army Col. Marion Bulwinkle and U.S. Army Cadet Hayden Bulwinkle, a family trio who serve together in the South Carolina National Guard. We dive into their military family legacy, what it’s like to serve together and what influences lead them to all serve.The Palmetto Guardian is hosted by Staff Sgt. Chelsea Weaver with the South Carolina National Guard Public Affairs office.

0:00 - Intro

1:23 - What led you to want to join the military?

3:38 - Did you always see yourself serving more than 20 years? Hayden, do you plan on serving at least 20 years?

5:57 - Hayden, what was your experience deploying alongside your uncle while deployed?

7:09 - How long did it take for other soldiers to realize that you two were related?

7:43 - Col. Bulwinkle, how hard was it having both your son and your brother deployed at the same time?

10:15 - Col. Bulwinkle, are any of your other sons planning on joining the military?

11:56 - Col. Bulwinkle, what are your plans after retirement?

12:52 - Lt. Col. Bulwinkle, do you have any career plans in the works after retirement?

13:29 - Hayden, what are your plans for the guard? Are you planning on keeping family traditions or taking a different path?

14:15 - What advice would you give to anyone serving alongside their family?

20:50 - Col. Bulwinkle speaks about their family pact

22:30 - Advice on not being discouraged when not being selected for jobs on the first try

On this episode of the Palmetto Guardian we talk with Command Sgt. Maj. W. Richard Kyzer II, Army National Guard State command sergeant major, about events and training that has happened during the year, what service members can look forward to in the new year, and a holiday message to service members and their families. The Palmetto Guardian is hosted by Staff Sgt. Chelsea Weaver and Pfc. Ana-Grace Catoe with the South Carolina National Guard Public Affairs office.

Ep 129 What Is The STRIVE Program?

On this episode of the Palmetto Guardian we talk with Maj. Karla Evans about the STRIVE program, what it offers to members of the guard, and how aspiring entrepreneurs can attend the six week course free of charge. The Palmetto Guardian is hosted by Pfc. Ana-Grace Catoe and Staff Sgt. Chelsea Weaver with the South Carolina National Guard Public Affairs office.

0:00 - Intro

1:15 - What is the STRIVE program?

3:47 - Is there a limited amount of seats per class because it is free?

4:30 - How frequent is the class offered? How can interested soldiers find information?

5:40 - How can people apply? Is there any reason why someone would not get accepted?

6:30 - When does the next class start?

7:30 - How frequent are the Saturday and Monday classes?

7:42 - Aside from this upcoming course, when is the next scheduled course?

7:49 - Are there multiple courses scheduled a year?

8:06 - What does the curriculum involve?

8:38 - Do you receive a certificate upon completion of the course?

9:16 - Do we know anyone personally that has completed the course and gone on to start their own business?

12:25 - Were there any students in your class that had previous business experience and still found the course to be helpful?

13:02 - What advice would you give to those nervous about signing up for the course?

Contact STRIVE:

Dr. Kasie Whitener - [email protected]

Dr. Jeff Savage - [email protected]

Application - https://sc.edu/study/colleges_schools/moore/research_and_centers/centers/faber_entrepreneurship_center/strive_program.php

On this episode of the Palmetto Guardian we talk with retired Lt. Col. Keith Wilson, and his sons Charles and Jack Wilson about their military family legacy, choices that led each member to their own service, and Jack’s accomplishment of being accepted into West Point. The Palmetto Guardian is hosted by Staff Sgt. Chelsea Weaver with the South Carolina National Guard Public Affairs office.

On this episode of the Palmetto Guardian we talk with Sgt. Travis Duncan, Start NCOIC and Kristen Riglietti, South Carolina National Guard Suicide Prevention Coordinator about September being Suicicde Prevention Month. We dive into new resources that are available to service members and their families as well as ways to prevent suicide and get the help you need. The Palmetto Guardian is hosted by Staff Sgt. Chelsea Weaver and Pfc. Ana-Grace Catoe with the South Carolina National Guard Public Affairs office.