Seat41A Podcast

18/06/2025

🎙️ New Episode Alert: “The Last Lecture – What Would You Say?” 🎙️

If you had one final shot to share your life’s lessons… what would you say?

In our latest Seat 41A episode, we dive into The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch — a powerful reflection on legacy, gratitude, and the dreams we chase (and sometimes trip over). 🧠💭

We unpack the moments that hit us hardest, how they apply to military life, leadership, and just being a better human. 🎧

This one’s part book review, part therapy session, and all heart.
Tune in and ask yourself: What would your “last lecture” be?

💬 Drop your thoughts in the comments — we want to hear them.

05/06/2025

🎉 10,000 DOWNLOADS! 🎉
From a podcast that started with three guys, low-quality microphones, and a bunch of opinions… to 10,000 downloads — we are blown away!

THANK YOU to all of our listeners who’ve joined us on this ride aboard Seat 41A. Whether you’ve laughed with us, learned something, or just tolerated our dad jokes — we’re glad you’re here.

What started as a passion project between friends has turned into a growing community of leaders, thinkers, and doers who care about getting better — and having a laugh or two along the way.

Here’s to the next 10,000 🎙️
From all of us here, to all of you out there!
— Greg, Chris & Manoj

📲 Catch all episodes wherever you get your podcasts.

19/05/2025

New Episode Drop!

Ever wonder what it takes to lead thousands in the world's greatest Air Force without losing your sanity (or your voice)? 🎙️

In our latest Seat 41A episode, we sit down with Mr. Stephen Mounts, Senior Executive Service and USAF Deputy Surgeon General. 🫡

We talk leadership, motivation, and what actually impresses him in the people he leads (spoiler: it’s not your PowerPoint skills). 💻❌

If you're looking to sharpen your leadership edge or just want to hear what makes a top-tier leader tick — all while surviving our classic Greg-Chris-Manoj banter — give it a listen!

🎧 Available wherever you get your podcasts.

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21/04/2025

🚨 New Episode Drop! 🚨
Are you a Supercommunicator… or just super confused?

In our latest episode, we dive into Charles Duhigg’s hit book Supercommunicators — a deep (but actually fun) look at what makes some people magically good at conversations while the rest of us stare at our phones hoping someone else speaks first.
(spoiler: Chris still thinks yelling across the office counts as “clarity”).

Tune in for hot takes, good laughs, and maybe a few tips that’ll make your next conversation 10% less awkward.

Listen now on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you avoid small talk.

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17/03/2025

How often do we let our ego take over? We get upset, not because something truly affects us, but because we feel challenged—like someone is questioning our intelligence, authority, or beliefs. But what if, instead of reacting emotionally, we paused and asked:

🔹 Does this really impact my life?
🔹 Is my ego the one feeling attacked?
🔹 Is this worth my energy?

🛠️ A Stoic mindset isn't about suppressing emotions—it’s about choosing which ones deserve your time.

💬 How do you practice emotional control? Drop your thoughts below! ⬇️

🎧 Full episode: https://mindforcepodcast.buzzsprout.com

Gregory Taylor

20/01/2025

We're back!
We're excited to be back on air and bring you the first episode of season 4!
The guys discuss Orbiting the Giant Hairball by Gordon Mackenzie.
As always, we'll take any suggestions for future reads or discussion topics.
And if you have any unpopular opinions, please feel free to share!

26/12/2024

Come check out the episode that drops today with the wonderful Seat 41A! Merry Christmas!
Gregory Taylor Christopher Foote

https://mindforcepodcast.buzzsprout.com

What if achieving the perfect work-life balance is just a myth? Join us as we challenge conventional wisdom and propose the idea of a "work-life average," where flexibility and communication take center stage. Dive into our lively debate on the self-help industry, where Chris questions its repetitive nature while Greg argues for the diversity of perspectives. We also share our personal journeys, from navigating relocations to reintegrating post-deployment, adding a relatable touch to our broader exploration of life's unpredictable challenges.

Imagine forming your own advisory council featuring legends like Kobe Bryant and Gandhi. Our discussion ventures into the significance of drawing wisdom from both historical and fictional figures to guide us in motivation, finances, and more. We also discuss the power of strong social connections in strengthening mental wellness, focusing on how nurturing relationships in our fast-paced digital age can be a challenge, yet immensely rewarding. This episode offers practical insights on maintaining mental fitness, highlighting the benefits of physical activity and mindful reflection.

Finally, we take a hard look at the pressures faced by IT professionals and the widespread presence of imposter syndrome. By fostering supportive environments that encourage collaboration and open communication, we aim to combat these issues. Listen in as we tackle the stigma surrounding mental health, emphasizing the need for expanded resources and more open conversations. This episode is packed with strategies for personal growth, mental resilience, and the profound impact of human connection.

30/07/2024

Hey there Seat41A Podcast listeners, we're back with a new episode! The guys discuss the new SGA hybrid position, and their current book recommendations, while Greg is on location, for his deployment!

04/05/2024

Seat 41A Listeners,

You may be wondering why we haven't released a new episode recently. Well wonder no more...

"I'm Greg Taylor and I'm currently deployed to an undisclosed location."
"I'm Manoj Rema and I'm PCSing to an AFIT."
"And I'm Chris Foote and I'm playing golf while my Lt gets coined by the SECAF!"

We think Manoj just needs to finish the next book... But we are excited to get back to bringing you content in the near future!

Stay tuned!

02/02/2024

Sorry everyone we are going to end the live stream. We are having too many issues. The episode is being recorded and will be posted soon! Thank you for joining us!

Thank you to those who joined us as we failed our way through our first live event!

From all of us here to all of you there.

02/02/2024

Accession discussion

29/01/2024

Good morning everyone! Today marks the start of Season 3 of the Seat 41A podcast and we are kicking it off by sharing a conversation with Steven Fox. You can find the episode at www.seat41a.com and by searching Seat 41A on your favorite podcast provider.

Col Fox is currently working at the Defense Health Agency headquarters but is soon set to take the Group Command at Kirtland AFB. He shares with us his insights on the soft skills every MSC officer needs:
Empathy
The ability to give and receive feedback
Self awareness
Willingness to communicate
Understanding risk and the risk landscape
Adaptability and
Emotional intelligence
Other highlights of the episode include Col Fox giving his perspective on his two Squadron Command tours (good for anyone looking at the upcoming CY25 board) and sharing that his favorite Christmas movie is…

Die Hard!

With such refined taste, this is definitely worth a listen.

Let us know in the comments your thoughts on this conversation and what else we should be talking about.

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