What happens when you sit down with one of the U.S. Navy’s most seasoned and respected leaders?
You get an episode packed with hard-earned leadership lessons, frontline experiences from global conflict zones, and rare insights into America’s evolving Indo-Pacific operations.
In Episode 144 of the TALK4 Podcast, I had the distinct honour of speaking with Rear Admiral Greg Huffman, Commander of Joint Task Force Micronesia and former Commanding Officer of the USS John C. Stennis and USS Green Bay.
This conversation goes deep — not just into the realities of life at sea or commanding aircraft carriers, but into the unseen strategies shaping the future of one of the world’s most contested regions: the Indo-Pacific. From leading strike groups across oceans to helping secure stability in a region critical to global security, Rear Admiral Huffman delivers an absolute masterclass on leadership, resilience, and mission-focused living.
What We Unpacked:
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The incredible journey of Rear Admiral Huffman: from flying combat missions in the F/A-18 to commanding one of the U.S. Navy’s most powerful strike groups.
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Life-changing leadership lessons learned on deployments across Iraq, Afghanistan, and the Pacific.
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How the U.S. is strengthening alliances and maintaining stability in the Indo-Pacific—and why Guam, Micronesia, and the Pacific Islands are more important than ever.
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The mindset required to lead massive, multi-national teams under extreme pressure.
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What Rear Admiral Huffman wishes he could tell his younger self after a 35+ year career of service.
Why You Need to Listen:
If you’re passionate about aviation, military leadership, personal growth, or simply getting better at handling pressure and responsibility, this is an episode you absolutely cannot miss.
Rear Admiral Huffman’s humility, clarity, and razor-sharp insights will leave you thinking about your own life mission—and how to lead others more effectively.
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