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The Academy Insider Podcast - Your Guide to The Naval Academy Experience
The mission of Academy Insider is to guide, serve, and support Midshipmen, future Midshipmen, and their families. Through the perspective of a community of former graduates and Naval Academy insiders, this podcast will help you learn about life at the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis. Through our shared experiences, Academy Insider guides families through the anxiety and frustration caused by lack of understanding, misinformation, and confusion. This platform is designed to better relationships between midshipmen and their loved ones. This podcast is not affiliated with the United States Naval Academy, the United States Navy or Department of Defense. The thoughts and opinions are exclusively those of your host and his guests.
Podcasting since 2019 • 108 episodes
The Academy Insider Podcast - Your Guide to The Naval Academy Experience
Latest Episodes
#107 Plebe Duties At The Naval Academy (2025) - On The Yard 004
From Chopping to Chow Calls: Decoding the Secret Language of PlebesEver wondered what it's really like to be a plebe at the United States Naval Academy? In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the unique aspects of...
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#106 Learn About the Naval Academy Athletic Program - An Interview with the New Navy AD
Ever wonder what it's like to be at the helm of one of the largest athletic departments in the country? In this episode, we pull back the curtain on Navy Athletics with an exclusive interview featuring the new Naval Academy Athletic Director, M...
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#105 Naval Academy Uniform Explanation - On the Yard (003)
Ever wondered about the intricacies of Naval Academy uniforms? As a former midshipman, I'm excited to pull back the curtain on this iconic aspect of life at Annapolis. From working blues to summer whites, we're diving deep into the world of mid...
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#104 Comparing NROTC vs. The Naval Academy: Which is Right for Your Path?
Exploring ROTC and Academy ExperiencesAre you considering a career as a naval officer but unsure whether to pursue the Naval Academy or ROTC path? In this episode, we explore the key differences between these two commiss...
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#103 The Academic Year in Annapolis - On the Yard (002)
From Dawn to Dusk The Midshipmans Daily Journey UnveiledAs the academic year kicks off at the United States Naval Academy, I'm excited to share insights into the daily life of midshipmen, especially for our new plebes. In this e...
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