The Spotlight with the Ambassador and the Chief: Recent Episodes
Chief Alex Morales and Ambassador Harry Thomas
The Ambassador and The Chief is hosted by Ambassador Harry Thomas and Chief Alex Morales-Hernandez. Together, they have over 50 years of service to America in the military and the State Department. They are now applying their experience in the private sector and academia. This podcast will cover current events in the U.S and abroad, featuring a range of guests from politicians and veterans to social activists and media personalities.. Our goal is to inspire our listeners to confront issues facing the global community. We also aim to bring smiles to your faces.
In this episode, we will talk to Charles E. F. Millard, the former Director of the United States Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation. Currently a senior advisor for Amundi Pioneer. He will be sharing his previous experience, the importance of financial intelligence, and our pensions.
In this episode representative and former Governor Charlie Crist will be sharing with us why he is running again for Governor and his goal for Florida.
In this episode, Russ and Aaron will talk about all the progress with VETCOIN, a cryptocurrency designated to support the veteran community, and their most expected launch on Veterans Day on 11 November 2021.
In this episode we will be talking to Dr. Sara Gross. A Triathlete, Ironman Champion, and Entrepreneur who believes that through storytelling, education and community building we can shift the dial to a more inclusive culture for female athletes and active women and girls.
In this episode, We are celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month by highlighting Lieutenant Colonel (P) Rafael A. Bosch . He will be sharing his life experience and achievements in the U.S. Air Force.
In this episode we, will talking to Mr. Vann Morris, a retired U.S. Navy Surface Warfare Officer and combat veteran. During his proud 25 years of service , he visited 45 countries and have served with every military branch of service. His passion is to Motivate and Inspire people, as seen during his Old Glory speeches.
In this episode, We are celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month by highlighting retired U.S. Army Colonel Angel Davila Lopez. He will be sharing his life experience and achievements in the U.S. Army.
In this episode, we will be talking with Dr. Annabelle Manalo Morgan. Dr. Annabelle devoted her life to pursue the possibilities of implementing cannabis and/or plant compounds in general into current modern medicine. As a result, she has dedicated herself to educating to colleagues worldwide on the connection between the complexity of disease and the significance of utilizing natural components of plants, such as cannabis, to make medicine a more efficient, safe, and personalized process.
In this episode, our guest is Mr. Kenneth J. Cooper, a senior editor at GBH News in Boston. In 1984, Cooper, then 28, shared a Pulitzer Prize for special local reporting for “The Race Factor,” a Boston Globe series that examined institutional racism in Boston. For decades, he was the youngest African American to win a Pulitzer for journalism. He is coauthor with photographer Don West of “Portraits of Purpose: A Tribute to Leadership.”
In this episode, we will be chatting with Mr. Schone Malliet, a Marine veteran and CEO for Winter 4 Kids, and Mr. Ted Ligety, a two-time Olympic gold medalist, and entrepreneur.
In this episode, Beatriz Cantada will be joining us to discuss her life and experience as a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion professional.
In this episode, Colonel Retired Joe Power will be discussing his transition from the military to civilian life and the private sector. Joe will be sharing how he prepared for his transition, his challenges, and recommendations.
In this episode we will talking with the creators of VETCOIN is a Military-Grade Crypto Currency that Gives Back to Veterans in Need. VETCOIN proudly serve the community by empowering organizations that provide services to the military, civil servants, first responders and their families.
Lindsay Cross is a candidate for the Florida State House District 68. She is running as a Democrat in St. Petersburg where she has resided, worked, and taught for 20 years. Her priorities are jobs, education, and the environment with a focus on the importance of safe and clean water to preserve Florida’s critical tourism industry and way of life. Lindsay is the daughter of public-school educators which has fueled her priority to ensure that all Floridians can succeed. An honors graduate of Colorado State University, Lindsay earned a Bachelor’s in Environmental Health and a minor in Spanish which enabled her to study abroad in Latin America and Europe. Lindsay volunteers her time for numerous communities and loves exploring Florida’s wild places with her rescue dog, Cooper.
In this episode, we will be talking with Juan Paredes Candidate for US House of Representative FL-26. Juan will be sharing his life, policies, and vision for the Florida 26 district.
In this episode, we will be hosting Teresa Vázquez Martínez. An Educator, Author, and Entrepreneur, Teresa will share her life story, successes, and book “Success in Exile – Five Decades of Cuban Stories.”
In this episode, we will be talking to Mr. Randall Inniss a New York City native who attended and graduated from New York City public schools. He became a New York State Trooper, the NBA Office of Global Security, and a Lawyer.
In this episode, we are chatting with Preslaysa Williams an actress and award-winning author who writes contemporary romance and women’s fiction with an Afro-Filipina twist. Proud of her heritage, She will be sharing her life story and her latest book: A Lowcountry Bride.
In this episode, Lisset Hanewicz will be sharing with us about her life, challenges, activism, and her route to running for St. Pete City Council District 4.
In this episode we will be talking with Steve Giordano, the President and CEO of Boys and Girls Club of Polk County. Steve will share with us his life experiences and his transition from the private sector to leading the Boys and Girls Club of Polk County.
In this episode, we will be chatting with Teddy Champagne's experience as a member of the Orlando theatre, a Counselor, and Ph.D. efforts, including TheatreWorks Florida and their new CultureWorks program.
Major General/Ambassador (retired) Al Lenhardt describes in his ascent from Harlem to the highest ranks of the military, diplomacy, non-governmental organizations and as Sergeant at Arms of the U.S. Senate during the 9/11 terrorist and October 2001 anthrax terrorist attacks on the U.S. Capitol. He credits his mom, military mentors and trainers for instilling a sense of duty and willingness to overcome obstacles no matter how difficult it is for him.
In this episode, we will be chatting with Erica Morrow, one of the greatest players in Syracuse women's basketball history. Erica will be sharing her life and experience as a professional basketball player to becoming the assistant coach of her alma mater.
In this episode, we will be speaking with Dr. Martha Santiago, a lifetime Educator, Politician, and Entrepreneur. Dr. Santiago will share with us her life, challenges, and achievements.
In this episode, we will be talking to Mr. Francis X. Taylor, the President and CEO of FXTaylor Associates, LLC, specializing in Security, Crisis Management, and Risk Management Consulting. A former Under Secretary, Office of Intelligence and Analysis, US Department of Homeland Security, former Assistant Secretary of State for Diplomatic Security and Director of the Office of Foreign Missions, Retired Brigadier General, USAF, and former Vice President and Chief Security Officer for GE. Mr. Taylor will be sharing his life experiences as a military service member, US civil servant, and the private sector.
In this episode, we chat with Michael Days, his life growing up in Philadelphia, and his path to a successful journalism career.
In this episode we will be talking with Mental health professional, cult and undue influence expert Steven Hassan, PhD (pronounced /h??s?n/) has been working in the field of religious and political cults for more than 40 years. His expertise includes undue influence in cases of destructive one-on-one relationships, families, parental alienation, mini-cults, religious cults, therapy and self-improvement groups, professional abuse, institutional abuse, human trafficking, and hate and violent extremism. He writes and speaks out about the importance of viewing terrorist groups as destructive cults.
Dr Hassan is uniquely qualified to speak on these subjects because at the age of 19 he was recruited into the Unification Church of Sun Myung Moon. After 2 years, his family successfully deprogrammed him from the cult. As a result, Dr. Hassan has spent the last 42 years working as a mental health counselor to help save others caught by the undue influence of a cult.
In this episode, we will be chatting with Gretchen Bauer, Founder and CEO of BSWANKY. An entrepreneur with dreams to shake up the fashion industry. BSWANKY a transformational brand that represents the purpose behind the purse.
In this episode, we will be talking to Rodney Salinas. Born in the Philippines and brought to the US at the age of one, Rodney Salinas comes from a stereotypical Filipino American family. The son of a Navy officer and a registered nurse, his family first settled in Jersey City, a haven for many Pinoy families seeking to settle in the Northeast region of America.
In this episode we will chat with the Executive Director for Northeast Polk Chamber of Commerce and the Owner of Color work inks and sign making supplies Lana Stripling a Northeast Polk native with the passion to help others and serve her community.
Melody Mendoza-Auslander: Educator, Entrepreneur, fashionista and most importantly a working mother who has reached the pinnacle of the academic field and is now centered on providing women Stylish options in form and functionality via La Betri, her new venture.
Janet and Ruben Nepales tell us about journalism in Hollywood, the Golden Globes and philanthropy in America and the Philippines.
This episode will cover the life of Sadia Ahmed and Adnan Morshed, a Bangladeshi couple living the American dream. They will share their rich culture, their immigrant experience, and their significant contribution to the US
State Representative Marvin Lim speaks about his immigrant experience, life, success and his path to becoming the Georgia State Representative of House District 99.
Brigadier General (Ret.) Remo Butler speaks about his life, success and his path to becoming a General in the U.S Army. He provides insight into the challenges black officers face in the Army and how he overcame those challenges.
In this episode we will be talking to Ms. Rocio Nuyda one of the most influential Filipino Americans in the world, her life, and her American dream.
In this episode we will be talking to Mr. Chris Rey his life and path to Mayor of Spring Lake, NC to a business owner. We are also speaking to Mr. Keith Perrin, the Co-founder of FUBU's iconic brand, experiences, and current projects.
In this episode, we will discuss the Great Power Competition (GPC) and the US role in the world.
This episode will talk about the life of Jim Williard a retired American diplomat who combated narcotics traffickers around the world.
In this episode, we will take a look a Congressman-Elect Mondaire Jones. His life and his path to Congress. We will also talk to Rear Admiral Retired Michael Smith about his career and role in finding and leading the National Security Leaders for Biden.
We take a look at David Youngblood's life, career, and experience in today's legal arena.
Brigadier General Hector Pagan take us through his exceptional career and experiences as a Special Forces Officer, discussing his rewards and challenges in the military.
We will discuss the ins and outs of Georgetta’s work in the television industry. She aptly describes herself as “a mother of two and a sister to many.” The issue dearest to her heart is the mental wellness of women and children. Georgetta will also share her volunteer work in communities throughout America with us.
In this episode, The Ambassador & The Chief take a close look at the Democratic Candidates for Florida's 18th and 15th Districts.