The Llama Lounge

By Llama Leadership

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The podcast currently has 211 episodes available.

The Llama Lounge episodes:

March 16, 2021 Ep. 90 - Refined by Adversity w/Dan Guzman
In this episode, Joe welcomes Dan “Guz” Guzman to the lounge. Dan is an Air Force Senior Enlisted Leader and is currently the Command Chief Master Sergeant of the 92d Refueling Wing at Fairchild Air Force Base in Washington State. During their discussion, Dan shared his story and they talked about how adversity plays a key role in our development and prepares us for future life and leadership challenges.

Dan’s Book Recommendations:
Legacy – James Kerr: https://amzn.to/2NVSatL
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1h 26min
March 10, 2021 Ep. 89 - LC4F w/Anthony Thompson Jr.
In this episode, Joe welcomes Anthony Thompson Jr. to the lounge. Anthony is an Air Force Senior Enlisted Leader and currently the Superintendent of the 361st Recruiting Squadron, the Timberwolves, at Joint Base Lewis McChord. He has a wide array of experiences across the Air Force filling multiple special duty assignments and leading personnel from diverse personal and professional backgrounds. During their discussion, they explored Anthony’s LC4F Philosophy of Leadership, Communication, Faith, Family, Fitness, and Finances.

Anthony’s Book Recommendations:
The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership – John C. Maxwell: https://amzn.to/2OPB950
Today Matters – John C. Maxwell: https://amzn.to/3sfFiOg
Leaders Eat Last – Simon Sinek: https://amzn.to/3aB6hO9
Start with Why – Simon Sinek: https://amzn.to/3sjDIuN
Make Your Bed – Admiral William H. McRaven: https://amzn.to/3bomdCF
The Dichotomy of Leadership – Jocko Willink and Leif Babin: https://amzn.to/37w8Hvp

LLAMA LINKS
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LlamaLeadership
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/llamaleaders/
Website: http://www.llamaleadership.com
Song: See How They Run - Mike Witmer | https://soundcloud.com/mike-witmer
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1h 27min
March 02, 2021 Ep. 88 - Faith & Discipline w/Chris Dwyer
In this episode, Joe welcomes Chris Dwyer to the lounge. Chris is an Air Force Senior Enlisted Leader who is currently the Superintendent of the 4th Medical Group at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base in North Carolina. In addition to the vast leadership experience he has across the medical career field; he also has experience as an instructor of Advanced Military Leadership studies. During their discussion, they discussed the common human characteristics that all leaders should embrace, bouncing back from adversity, and much, much more.

Chris’ Book Recommendations:
Chop Wood, Carry Water – Joshua Medcalf: https://amzn.to/3tSbtF1
In the Name of Jesus – Henri Nouwen: https://amzn.to/3bfiLdF

LLAMA LINKS
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LlamaLeadership
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/llamaleaders/
Website: http://www.llamaleadership.com
Song: See How They Run - Mike Witmer | https://soundcloud.com/mike-witmer
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1h 4min
February 23, 2021 Ep. 87 - BOOT Leadership w/Caleb Vaden
In this episode, Joe welcomes his friend Caleb Vaden back to the lounge. Caleb is an Air Force Senior Enlisted Leader, published author, and fellow podcaster. He is currently the Superintendent of the 28th Mission Support Group at Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota. During their discussion, they explored the importance of a leader understanding their “the why,” followership, and they chatted about his new book, BOOT Leadership.

Airman Leadership School Commandants, if interested in BOOT Leadership for your schoolhouse, contact Caleb here: [email protected]

Caleb's Book Recommendations:
The Kill Chain – Christian Brose: https://amzn.to/3cU91Yy
The Outward Mindset – The Arbinger Institute: https://amzn.to/3q2dmN7

Follow Caleb here:
Podcast: Kicking it with Chief V | https://apple.co/2Nrhesw
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/904932553306870
E-Mail: [email protected]

LLAMA LINKS
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LlamaLeadership
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/llamaleaders/
Website: http://www.llamaleadership.com
Song: See How They Run - Mike Witmer | https://soundcloud.com/mike-witmer
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1h
February 16, 2021 Ep. 86 - Grow Where You're Planted w/Adam Boubede
In this episode, Joe welcomes his friend Adam Boubede to the lounge. Adam is a senior enlisted leader in the United States Air Force who has led multiple large organizations and currently serves as the Chief Enlisted Manager at the 786th Civil Engineer Squadron at Ramstein Air Base in Germany. During their discussion, they explored the concept of “growing where you are planted,” how taking on unattractive opportunities can accelerate growth, and how professional organizations can assist in one’s leadership journey.

Adam's Book Recommendations:
The Obstacle if the Way – Ryan Holiday: https://amzn.to/2NSjaKK
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People – Stephen Covey: https://amzn.to/3au1Y5Z

Follow Adam here:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-boubede/

LLAMA LINKS
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LlamaLeadership
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/llamaleaders/
Website: http://www.llamaleadership.com
Song: See How They Run - Mike Witmer | https://soundcloud.com/mike-witmer
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1h
February 09, 2021 Ep. 85 - Love & Leadership w/Daniel Harris
In this episode, Jose and Joe welcome Daniel Harris to the lounge. Daniel is an Armed Services veteran with more than 30 years of service to our great nation, he is a published author, and is the founder of Muddy Boots Leadership, a leadership development organization that specializes in developing managers and supervisors into leaders. During their discussion, Daniel shared his 4 Pillars of Leadership, they took a deep dive into the importance of love in leadership and they discussed the importance of continuous learning for leaders.

Daniel’s Book Recommendation:
On Guard: The 4 Pillars of Leadership – Daniel Harris: https://amzn.to/3pfRu0n

Follow Daniel here:
Website: www.muddybootsleadership.com

LLAMA LINKS
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LlamaLeadership
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/llamaleaders/
Website: http://www.llamaleadership.com
Song: See How They Run - Mike Witmer | https://soundcloud.com/mike-witmer
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1h 2min
February 04, 2021 Ep. 84 - Uncommon Challenges w/Tony Hofmann
In this episode, Joe welcomes Tony Hofmann to the Lounge. Tony is an endurance athlete, West Point graduate, qualified Army Ranger, retired colonel, author and founder of Team Leadville. During their discussion, they talked about empowerment, the importance of embracing grit, and Tony shared his experiences as an endurance athlete.

Find Tony’s book here:
Embracing Grit – Tony Hofmann: https://amzn.to/2JZOLZo
Tony’s Book Recommendations:
Roadtrip Nation – Nathan Gebhard: https://amzn.to/3oK1iQ5

Follow Tony here:
Website: www.tonyhofmanngrit.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tony.hofmann.50
Instagram: thofmanngrit
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-hofmann-pmp-f-same-5534bb3/

LLAMA LINKS
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LlamaLeadership
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/llamaleaders/
Website: http://www.llamaleadership.com
Song: See How They Run - Mike Witmer | https://soundcloud.com/mike-witmer
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1h 19min
February 02, 2021 Ep. 83 - Living Undefeated w/Bob Young
In this episode Scott and Joe catch up with longtime Llama friend, Bob Young. Bob is a retired United States Air Force Senior Enlisted Leader and currently serves as Chief, Network Operations Branch, Air Force Research Labs, at Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque New Mexico. Bob shares the story of his recovery from cancer, the importance of compassion and empathy, and the leadership perspectives he has developed throughout his journey. Enjoy!

Bob's Book Recommendations:
The Shawshank Redemption – Stephen King: https://amzn.to/3c6ttVH

Follow Bob here:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-young-506362131/

LLAMA LINKS
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LlamaLeadership
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/llamaleaders/
Website: http://www.llamaleadership.com
Song: See How They Run - Mike Witmer | https://soundcloud.com/mike-witmer
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1h 6min
January 28, 2021 Ep. 82 - Questions
In this episode the entire Llama crew answers questions posed by our listeners. If you have any questions you would like answered please send them our way. We had a great time and hope you do to, enjoy!

LLAMA LINKS
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LlamaLeadership
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/llamaleaders/
Website: http://www.llamaleadership.com
Song: See How They Run - Mike Witmer | https://soundcloud.com/mike-witmer
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1h 40min
January 26, 2021 Ep. 81 - Fail Fiercely, Run Free w/Nina Choy-Rohmiller
In this episode, Joe welcomes Nina Choy-Rohmiller back to the lounge. Nina is an Air Force Veteran, the Vice Chair of the American Welding Society Bridge Welding Committee, and Chief of the Office of Structure Quality Management at the California Department of Transportation. During their discussion, they discussed the importance of embracing failures, commitment, and what they have gained from long distance running.

Nina’s Book Recommendations:
The Book of Joy – Dalai Lama, Desmond Tutu and Douglas Carlton Abrams: https://amzn.to/3nU0UOg

Follow Nina here:
LinkedIn: Nina M. Choy, P.E. | LinkedIn

LLAMA LINKS
Website: http://www.llamaleadership.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/llama-leadership
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LlamaLeadership
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/llamaleaders/
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1h 3min

FAQs about The Llama Lounge:

How many episodes does The Llama Lounge have?

The podcast currently has 211 episodes available.