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Permission To Speak Freely

Damon Leggins and Andamo McCullough
Permission To Speak Freely
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  • Episode 143 | "I Don't Look Like What I Been Through" (Feat. Latonya Perossier, NCC, Ret.)
    Disclaimer: This episode contains open discussions about personal trauma, including childhood sexual assault. Listener discretion is advised. We believe these conversations are vital to healing, leadership, and community care. Please prioritize your well-being and listen at your own pace.   If you or someone you know needs help, confidential assistance is available: Your Local SAPR Office: Every military installation has a Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) and SAPR Victim Advocates (VAs) available 24/7. Contact your base or installation operator or visit your command SAPR page for immediate assistance. DoD Safe Helpline: www.safehelpline.org | 877-995-5247 Military OneSource: www.militaryonesource.mil | 800-342-9647 Veterans Crisis Line: www.veteranscrisisline.net | Dial 988 then Press 1 National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN): www.rainn.org | 800-656-4673 Military Sexual Trauma (MST) Resources via VA: www.mentalhealth.va.gov/msthome.asp   About the Episode: Retired NCC Latonya “Tonya” Perossier joins Damo and Tish on this episode of ‘Permission To Speak Freely.’ Damo opens the episode by speaking about his fight to stay private and urging supporters to give him grace, depending on the setting they see him in. Tanya talks about her last job doing community outreach for the Navy Recruiting Command. The trio breaks from Navy talk to discuss the recent news of Shannon Sharpe getting “lined” and putting his future in jeopardy due to risky decision-making. The “decision-making” conversation turns into a conversation about getting married for BAH. During the podcast, Damo receives Tanya’s award-winning book, “Letter to the Eight-Year-Old Me,” and asks her about some of the stories that she shared in it. She details her upbringing, aspirations, and humble beginnings before sharing stories of physically, mentally, and emotionally struggling with the reality of being a victim of sexual assault and molestation at a young age. She talks about opening up to the concept of love and what “making love” really means. Tonya discusses maturing and learning to love herself and embrace her flaws. She gets into why she joined the Navy and her experiences with racism in the early 90s when she joined. Tonya addresses the loss of the MSISR scholarship, and Damo signifies the importance of connecting with people who had the same upbringing and experiences as you. Tanya discusses the potential for a second book and an audiobook version of her book. She discusses the power of counseling, therapy, and trauma. Tisha talks about her therapy journey.   To have your “Do Better” reviewed on a future episode, please get in touch with us at [email protected]   Keep up with the ‘Permission to Speak Freely’ podcast on our social media and YouTube - https://linktr.ee/Ptsfpodcast   Follow Latonya on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/queenmetobe?igsh=MThpcGppcjR3bTZoYg== TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@latonyaperossier?_t=ZP-8vrb652nZlv&_r=1     Book of the Week: Letter to the 8 Year Old Me (Mrs. Latonya Yvette Perossier) https://www.amazon.com/Letter-8-Year-Old-Me/dp/B0B5KNWX2B     Additional Credits: PTSF “Theme Music” - Produced by Lim0
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  • Episode 142 | "Everybody's Got a Coin Guy" (Feat. Chris King, ICCS Ret)
    In this episode, Damo chops it up with retired ICCS and founder of Mandatory Fun Coins, Chris King, a real-deal conversation about Navy leadership, legacy, and the deeper meaning behind challenge coins. What starts with laughs about deployment rituals and command ball caps quickly becomes a powerful discussion on what it means to be a Chief in today’s Navy. Chris opens up about how a Sailor’s INSURV performance inspired his first coin, and how the Chief season should be more about self-awareness than self-promotion.   To have your “Do Better” reviewed on a future episode, please get in touch with us at [email protected]   Keep up with the ‘Permission to Speak Freely’ podcast on our social media and YouTube - https://linktr.ee/Ptsfpodcast   Keep up with 'Mandatory Fun Coins': https://www.mandatoryfuncoins.org/shop     Additional Credits: PTSF “Theme Music” - Produced by Lim0   Subscribe, leave a review, and share the podcast!
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  • [Bonus Episode] "It's About We"
    Damo recounts the behind-the-scenes story of his Command Master Chief pinning ceremony. From delayed trains and venue changes to unexpected family emergencies and a heartwarming finish, he shares it all—frustrations, love, leadership, and legacy. The message remains clear through every twist: It’s not about me. It’s about we.   To have your “Do Better” reviewed on a future episode, please get in touch with us at [email protected]   Keep up with the ‘Permission to Speak Freely’ podcast on our social media and YouTube - https://linktr.ee/Ptsfpodcast   Additional Credits: PTSF “Theme Music” - Produced by Lim0   Subscribe, leave a review, and share the podcast!
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  • Episode 141 | "Built For Such a Time" (Feat. Raymond D. Kemp Sr. FLTCM, Ret.)
    Guest Bio: The Honorable Raymond D. Kemp Sr., FLTCM (Ret.) The Honorable Raymond D. Kemp Sr. is a 33-year veteran of the United States Navy and the first Black Fleet Master Chief of U.S. Naval Forces Europe & Africa. With 19 years of sea duty and 11 combat deployments, his leadership spanned every level—from the deckplates to the Pentagon. Following his retirement in 2019, he was appointed by President Joe Biden to serve on the American Battle Monuments Commission. Kemp is also a certified John Maxwell Leadership Coach, founder of Kemp Solutions, and author of Building Resilience for Hybrid Success: Anchored in Adaptability. His mission today is rooted in mentoring, speaking, and legacy-building through leadership, dignity, and inclusion.   Episode Notes: In this episode of Permission to Speak Freely, hosts CMDCS Andamo McCullough and Tisha are joined by The Honorable Raymond D. Kemp Sr. for an unfiltered conversation about identity, legacy, and leading with purpose beyond the uniform. From becoming the first Black FLTCM in his region to navigating the emotional shift after retirement, Kemp opens up about trust, inclusion, mentorship, and the cost of high-impact leadership. He also shares his TICAG framework, his philosophy as a “Why Coach,” and powerful reflections on race, resilience, and what it means to plant seeds you may never see bloom. This episode is a must-listen for military leaders, veterans, and anyone seeking truth, growth, and grounded leadership.   To have your “Do Better” reviewed on a future episode, please get in touch with us at [email protected]   Keep up with the ‘Permission to Speak Freely’ podcast on our social media and YouTube - https://linktr.ee/Ptsfpodcast   Connect with The Honorable Raymond D. Kemp Sr.: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rdkemp/ Kemp Solutions: https://www.kemp-solutions.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raymonddkemp/?hl=en Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/fltcmkemp     Buy Raymond’s  Book:   Building Resilience for Hybrid Success: Anchored in Adaptability Purchase on Amazon   Additional Credits: PTSF “Theme Music” - Produced by Lim0   Subscribe, leave a review, and share the podcast!
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  • [Reflash] Episode 68 | "The Outward Mindset" (Feat. Charles "Chip" Huth)
    **PTSF Fam! Check out this special "Reflash" episode! This one was originally released on 24 March 2023 and is one of our favorite conversations.** **TRIGGER WARNING** Depending on your life experiences, this episode may contain topics that emotionally affect you. We didn’t get too deep into details, but some of the conversations in this episode deal with domestic violence, abuse, and mental health conditions. Listen at your discretion.   About Our Guest: Charles “Chip” Huth is a retired executive commander of the Kansas City Missouri Police Department with 30 years of law enforcement experience. He led an internationally-recognized Tactical Enforcement Team for a decade and has planned, coordinated and executed over 2500 high-risk tactical operations. He is a licensed national defensive tactics trainer, a court-certified police practices expert, and the state of Missouri’s defensive tactics subject matter expert.   Chip currently serves a senior consultant for The Arbinger Institute.  He is an adjunct professor for the University of Missouri—Kansas City and serves as a consultant for the Missouri Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission and the Missouri Attorney General’s Office. He was recognized as the International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association’s Trainer of the Year in 2020, and is a member of the National Tactical Officers Association.   Chip is the President and CEO of CDH Consulting L.L.C., serving international law enforcement, military, and corporate clients. He is the past-president of the National Law Enforcement Training Center, a not-for-profit corporation delivering effective training to the international law enforcement, corrections, security and military communities.   Chip has 35-years of experience in the martial arts, with a background in competitive judo and kickboxing. He is an accomplished author and co-wrote “Unleashing the Power of Unconditional Respect-Transforming Law Enforcement and Police Training,” a text book used in promotional processes and graduate programs. Chip is a veteran of the United States Army.   About This Episode:   Damon, Damo, and Tisha talk with Chip about his turbulent childhood and how he went from sleeping is station-wagons to becoming a senior consultant for The Arbinger Institute, a recognized world-leader in improving organizational culture, conflict transformation, and changing mindset. Our most personal episode to date; everyone shares stories about their past, forgiveness, and dealing with issues with fathers. Chip discusses how the “Outward Mindset” changed his life and how it affects everything from professional to personal relationships. These topics and more are covered in this episode. Remember to follow the ‘Permission to Speak Freely’ podcast on TikTok, Facebook, Discord, Instagram, Twitter, and subscribe on YouTube.     Links and more from this episode:   To Keep up with “Chip” and find out more about the Arbinger institute: Arbinger’s Website: www.arbinger.com Chip’s Email: [email protected]. Chip’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/Chip_Huth For the Book: Unleashing the Power of Unconditional Respect: Transforming Law Enforcement and Police Training (Jack Cowell / Charles “Chip” Huth): https://www.amazon.com/Unleashing-Power-Unconditional-Respect-Transforming/dp/0367864487/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=UpRys&content-id=amzn1.sym.22f5776b-4878-4918-9222-7bb79ff649f4&pf_rd_p=22f5776b-4878-4918-9222-7bb79ff649f4&pf_rd_r=141-8466750-3997215&pd_rd_wg=HOzkr&pd_rd_r=3354873b-e6c3-414d-8373-a2253d24e4a3&ref_=aufs_ap_sc_dsk “The Importance of Mindset in Policing” | Chip Huth | Tedx Talks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4_29TS6jjsA&t=26s&ab_channel=TEDxTalks   Keep up with the ‘Permission to Speak Freely’ podcast:   Our social media and Youtube - https://linktr.ee/Ptsfpodcast   Additional Credits: PTSF “Theme Music” (Produced by Lim0)        
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Damon, Damo (active duty Command Master Chiefs), and Tisha (Retired Chief) share sea stories and have unfiltered conversations about current events, policies, and everyday life as a service member.
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