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The Trident Room Podcast

The Trident Room Podcast

By: Naval Postgraduate School
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Stochastic optimization … sub-state, social-revolutionist terrorism … applied fluid mechanics and heat transfer … No matter what the topic, the Trident Room Podcast is the destination for illuminating, unencumbered conversation with colleagues, peers and classmates that really brews the NPS learning experience.DVIDSHub.net Political Science Politics & Government
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  • The Trident Room Podcast – Episode 83 – The Unexpected Lessons in Life, Leadership, and Service, Part II

    The Trident Room Podcast – Episode 83 – The Unexpected Lessons in Life, Leadership, and Service, Part II
    Jul 7 2026
    Join us as CDR Alanna Youngblood concludes her two-part conversation with retired Commander Bobby Jones, exploring leadership beyond the uniform, the challenges facing the next generation, and the enduring lessons of service. Drawing on a career that spanned global military operations, peacekeeping missions, command at sea, and strategic leadership, CDR Bobby Jones (Ret) reflects on how those experiences continue to shape his mission long after retirement. In this episode, CDR Jones discusses why his years in uniform ultimately strengthened his faith in America and why the Navy remains one of the country's most powerful examples of unity across backgrounds and perspectives. He shares his thoughts on information warfare, modern media, and the growing challenges of navigating truth in an era shaped by social media, artificial intelligence, and political polarization. The conversation then turns to CDR Jones’ newest mission: establishing a school dedicated to developing young men through character, accountability, resilience, and service. He explains the societal trends that inspired the project, the importance of mentorship during adolescence, and what modern culture often misunderstands masculinity, leadership, and strength. Finally, CDR Jones offers a candid reflection on military retirement, the struggle of rediscovering identity after decades of service, and the lessons he hopes future generations will carry forward. Through stories of leadership, sacrifice, education, and personal growth, he shares a powerful message about purpose, citizenship, and the responsibility to invest in those who come next.
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    33 mins
  • The Trident Room Podcast – Episode 82, Part 1 | Jun 30, 2026 The Unexpected Lessons in Life, Leadership, and Service

    The Trident Room Podcast – Episode 82, Part 1 | Jun 30, 2026 The Unexpected Lessons in Life, Leadership, and Service
    Jun 30 2026
    Trident Room Podcast host Cmdr. Alanna Youngblood interviews one of her mentors, retired U.S. Navy Cmdr. Bobby Jones, discussing the unexpected yet invaluable lessons in life, leadership, and service that emerged throughout his distinguished naval career. From U.S. Naval Academy class 'anchor’ to commanding forces around the world, Jones reflects on the experiences that shaped his career and character.
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    28 mins
  • The Trident Room Podcast-Episode 81-Igniting a Passion for Learning with Rear Adm. Michael S. Mattis, Part 2

    The Trident Room Podcast-Episode 81-Igniting a Passion for Learning with Rear Adm. Michael S. Mattis, Part 2
    Jun 9 2026
    In Part II of this two-part episode of the Trident Room podcast, host LT Tony Castillo continues his conversation with Rear Admiral Mattis. Building on themes from Part I, the discussion explores literature, leadership, cognitive bias, artificial intelligence, and technological transformation across history. Rear Admiral Mattis reflects on the influence of mentors and literature, shares lessons from authors like Malcolm Gladwell, and discusses how expertise, intuition, and disciplined thinking shape leadership and decision-making. The conversation concludes with a broader examination of artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, and parallels between today’s digital transformation and historical technological revolutions such as the Renaissance.
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    27 mins
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