Ep. 35. Saluting our Troops this Independence Day Weekend. Vice Adm. Herman Shelanski, USN (ret.)

In this episode of Standpoint, Gabe interviews Vice Admiral Herm Shelanski, who served over 38 years in the Navy. They discuss Shelanski's career, the importance of service to the nation, and supporting the troops. Shelanski shares his journey from wanting to be a doctor to joining the Navy and eventually becoming a naval aviator and commanding an aircraft carrier. He highlights the three things that made him stay in the military: the focus on something important, the camaraderie, and the fun. They also discuss the role of the military in safeguarding national security and protecting shipping lanes for the economy. Shelanski emphasizes the need for more people to serve their country and the importance of understanding the foundational principles of the United States. They also touch on the impact of movies like Top Gun on recruiting and the need for better messaging to inspire people to serve. Shelanski is currently involved with the Jewish Institute for National Security of America (JINSA) and the Aleph Institute, supporting Israel and providing support for Jewish service members. The episode concludes with a message to honor and remember the sacrifices of the troops on Independence Day weekend.
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Chapters
00:00 Honoring Our Troops on Independence Day Weekend
01:59 Vice Admiral Herm Shelanski's Journey and the Importance of Service
06:29 Commanding an Aircraft Carrier and the Three Things that Made Shelanski Stay
13:41 Safeguarding National Security and Protecting Shipping Lanes
23:39 Understanding the Foundational Principles of the United States
26:14 Supporting Israel and Jewish Service Members
38:11 A Message to Honor and Remember the Troops