For the Zoomies

Host of FTZ Andrew Cormier winds down the show with a 100 episode recap. He goes into how the show started and how it evolved into what it is today, then candidly covers 8 themes that emerged throughout the past 99 episodes that he learned over the past 3 years. The themes are listed below: • The worst career decisions are made with half the information • A perfect record isn’t always a sign of great leadership. Sometimes, it’s a sign no one ever pushed back • Every rule was written for a reason—the question is whether that reason still matters • There are so many ways to contribute to national security, many of them are out of uniform • You don’t need to launch a startup to think like an entrepreneur. Intrapreneurship is about building where you are • It’s hard to judge your house until you’ve lived in someone else’s • Finances aren’t just numbers—they’re narratives • The goal isn’t to fly forever—it’s to make sure others can Thanks again for all of the support over the years, this has been such a fun project to work on! If you want to keep up with my substack, feel free to subscribe! https://andrewcormier.substack.com/?r=5384d8&utm_campaign=pub-share-checklist

Host of FTZ Andrew Cormier sits down with founder and CEO of the cyber insurance company Resilience V8 Hariprisad to discuss the ins and outs of aligning incentives within an organization and also knowing which rules are okay to break and which ones shouldn't be touched.

Host of FTZ Andrew Cormier sits down with founder of Phalanx Partners Dave Lam '11 to discuss micro private equity and how carrying the core values into the industry helps small business owners boost their businesses.

Host of FTZ Andrew Cormier sits down with China expert Brig Gen (R) Dave Stilwell to discuss more broadly the attack vectors China has on the U.S. way of life, and how despite their thoughtful plan, they lack the American Spirit. We discuss IP theft, influence on Hollywood, the social credit score, currency debasement and debt, Uyghur slavery and forced labor, TikTok, surveillance, supply chain vulnerabilities, One Belt One Road, the military threat on Taiwan, and lots more. Here are a few articles we pointed to during the discussion: https://www.newsweek.com/enes-kanter-freedom-receives-human-rights-award-after-being-ousted-nba-1681761 https://www.latimes.com/world-nation/story/2020-08-13/car-legend-steve-saleens-china-venture-collapses https://tnsr.org/2022/12/chinas-brute-force-economics-waking-up-from-the-dream-of-a-level-playing-field/ https://www.reuters.com/technology/intel-ceo-invested-hundreds-chinese-companies-some-with-military-ties-2025-04-10/ https://asia.nikkei.com/Business/Technology/Testing-Ernie-How-Baidu-s-AI-chatbot-stacks-up-to-ChatGPT

Host of FTZ Andrew Cormier sits down with top AF Acquisition officer Lt Gen Dale White to discuss deterrence in acquisition, the future of procurement with venture capital playing a larger role in defense, and many more topics.

Host of FTZ Andrew Cormier sits down with current USAFA Dean Brig Gen Lindell Letendre to discuss the intersection of first principles thinking and leadership as well as the application of the widely disliked by cadets core curriculum.

Host of FTZ Andrew Cormier sits down with Naval Academy Graduate Nick Co to discuss the challenges he faced with getting out of the military and why he is building the Veteran Timeline, a tool that helps transitioning veterans get out of the military and into their next phase of life. Its never too early to start preparing for the transition! website linked here: https://www.veterantimeline.com

Host of FTZ Andrew Cormier sits down with Language Enabled Airman Sarah Broadbent '13 to discuss her experience in the LEAP program and all the amazing experiences that came along with it.

Host of FTZ Andrew Cormier sits down with digital nomad Alex Lisot '11 to discuss his experience living all over the world, why its appealing to him, and how he makes it happen financially.

Host of FTZ Andrew Cormier sits down with Google Technical Program Manager Jazmin Furtado to discuss how she used her skills in ops research to create cool opportunties like working at SpaceX while still on active duty. The views expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent the views of the DoD or its components. Andrew Cormier Linkedin: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-cormier-21841020b⁠ Jazmin Furtado Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jazminfurtado/

Host of FTZ Andrew Cormier sits down with partner at RX3 growth equity to discuss getting into private equity and what its like to invest on behalf of athletes and celebrities. The views expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent the views of the DoD or its components. Andrew Cormier Linkedin: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-cormier-21841020b⁠ Andrew Costa Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-costa-b0772739/

Host of FTZ Andrew Cormier sits down with Jack Gendron '15 to discuss how spending some time in Ghana after graduation taught him not to take things in America for granted, his work in intelligence, and his current pursuits. The views expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent the views of the DoD or its components. Andrew Cormier Linkedin: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-cormier-21841020b⁠ Jack Gendron Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-jack-gendron-182550a3/

Host of FTZ Andrew Cormier sits down with Phil Cohen, a serial entrepreneur, and Kevin Harrison, a CFO, to discuss the major differences between the two life paths including how they see risk, time, and overall impact in their work. The views expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent the views of the DoD or its components. Andrew Cormier Linkedin: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-cormier-21841020b⁠ Phil Cohen Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-cohen-a0a32737/ Kevin Harrison Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-harrison-66b51035/

Host of FTZ sits down with the one and only Maj Gordon Broadbent to discuss how he is trailblazing a path to bring expertise from tech companies into the DoD.

Host of FTZ Andrew Cormier sits down with former AMC Commander Gen (R) Mike Minihan to discuss the challenges we face in the Pacific. Linkedin: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-cormier-21841020b⁠

Host of FTZ Andrew Cormier sits down with the VP of Business affairs and CFO of UNLV Casey Wyman to discuss his path from being a finance officer in the Air Force, to being the CFO of the Air Force Academy, to CFO of UNLV. Andrew Cormier Newsletter: https://forthezoomies-newsletter.beehiiv.com Linkedin: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-cormier-21841020b⁠ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@F.T.Z. Instagram: @for.the.zoomies / @cormier.2 Email: FTZoomies@gmail.com Casey Wyman Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caseywyman1980/

Host of FTZ Andrew Cormier sits down with Andrews AFB CE Squadron Commander Lt Col Graham Auten to discuss what goes into being the leader of a CE Squadron. The views expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent the views of the DoD or its components. Andrew Cormier Newsletter: https://forthezoomies-newsletter.beehiiv.com Linkedin: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-cormier-21841020b⁠ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@F.T.Z. Instagram: @for.the.zoomies / @cormier.2 Email: FTZoomies@gmail.com Lt Col Graham Auten Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/graham-auten-p-e-83965267/ Jake Thibeault Donations: https://www.tbo14tough.com Instagram: jake.thibeault GoFundme: https://www.gofundme.com/f/jake-thibeault-needs-our-support

Host of FTZ Andrew Cormier sits down with Executive Vice President and COO of Arizona Sate University Dr. Chris Howard to discuss his ascent to university leadership. The views expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent the views of the DoD or its components. Andrew Cormier Newsletter: https://forthezoomies-newsletter.beehiiv.com Linkedin: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-cormier-21841020b⁠ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@F.T.Z. Instagram: @for.the.zoomies / @cormier.2 Email: FTZoomies@gmail.com Dr. Chris Howard Website: https://search.asu.edu/profile/4196079 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drchrishoward/ Jake Thibeault Donations: https://www.tbo14tough.com Instagram: jake.thibeault GoFundme: https://www.gofundme.com/f/jake-thibeault-needs-our-support

Host of FTZ Andrew Cormier sits down with USAFA investments instructor Capt Kap to discuss his interest in personal finance as well as keeping in mind that having money isn't good in itself. The views expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent the views of the DoD or its components. Andrew Cormier Newsletter: https://forthezoomies-newsletter.beehiiv.com Linkedin: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-cormier-21841020b⁠ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@F.T.Z. Instagram: @for.the.zoomies / @cormier.2 Email: FTZoomies@gmail.com Capt Garrett Kauppila Instagram: @garrettkauppila Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garrettkauppila/ Jake Thibeault Donations: https://www.tbo14tough.com Instagram: jake.thibeault GoFundme: https://www.gofundme.com/f/jake-thibeault-needs-our-support

Host of FTZ Andrew Cormier sits down with Founder of Value Investor's Edge and RPA pilot Maj J Mintzmyer '12 to discuss his his experience with higher education including Harvard CSAF Phd and how he started writing investment blogs on seeking alpha while he was a cadet. The views expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent the views of the DoD or its components. Andrew Cormier Newsletter: https://forthezoomies-newsletter.beehiiv.com Linkedin: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-cormier-21841020b⁠ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@F.T.Z. Instagram: @for.the.zoomies / @cormier.2 Email: FTZoomies@gmail.com Maj J Mintzmyer Website: https://seekingalpha.com/author/j-mintzmyer Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/j-mintzmyer/ Jake Thibeault Donations: https://www.tbo14tough.com Instagram: jake.thibeault GoFundme: https://www.gofundme.com/f/jake-thibeault-needs-our-support