Military Veterans Podcast
This portable podcast is hosted and edited by Gavin Watson, a British Army veteran of 16 years. He talks to other military veterans, allowing them to share their stories and experiences from before, during and after service.
This podcast will give non-military personnel the chance to gain a better understanding of military life and gain an insight into what the transition back to civilian life can be like. These strong individuals may inspire, after dealing with diversity, resilience and possibly life changing injuries or illnesses.
If you’re a veteran missing your time in the military, this is a great way to rekindle that fire. Regardless of service, rank or time served....every veteran has an experience to share. Sometimes, they just need an opportunity to do so.
This podcast is recorded and edited in Gav’s free time.
Military Veterans Podcast
Ep 038: CAPT William Toti - U.S. Navy Veteran
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Bill joined the United States Navy (USN) in 1974 as an enlisted man, before becoming a commissioned officer, soon after joining. He served for 26 years on Active duty, in the Submarine service, reaching the rank of Captain.
In this episode Bill talks about joining the U.S. Navy, and what it was like going through the application process to become a commissioned officer, with less than 1 year in service. He also shares what it was like going through the United States Naval Academy (USNA) in Annapolis, to get his commission, before moving onto the submarine service and being stationed out of Pearl Harbour.
Bill also shares what life was like on submarines, including having his submarine attached to the Royal Navy’s battle group, during the handover of Hong Kong. During his service Bill was assigned to the Pentagon, and shares being in the building during the 9/11 terror attack, when one of the planes hit the Pentagon. Lastly he discusses his book ‘From CO to CEO’ and how this could help others with their transition back to civilian life.
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Part 1: youtu.be/xXCZHUNTH20
Part 2: youtu.be/oARm5ZGLRnc
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Supporting monthly would help the show record future episodes and help with the upkeep of previous recordings.
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