I’m joined by the 19th Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force, JoAnne S. Bass!  We discuss everything from spam musubi to the future of the Air Force.  I go all out and ask Chief if we are getting PT hoodies, Chevrons on our sleeves, her favorite coffee, and if we can change some of our positions to warrant officers!  There might be some bonus info that hasn’t been released anywhere else yet too! 😉  This was a huge opportunity, and I wasn’t nervous up until about 2 minutes before we started talking….which led to me forgetting she was the 19th CMSAF.  Forgive my nerves, this was a huge episode for me, and an amazing opportunity.   HUGE SHOUTOUTS to Geoff at 369SoundDesign.com for supporting the podcast.  He produces the sound for the 3FUniverse podcast!  Contact him for all of your audio needs, whether it is recording, mixing, or mastering, he will bring your sound to life! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/3funiverse/message

Jacob Stubblefield and I talk through his stumbles early on in his career to his successes later on. We also go off topic to joke about his love of pop punk and the Chicago Bears and some of his personal details. Huge shoutouts to Geoff Fraser of 369SoundDesign.com for his efforts to clean up our sound! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/3funiverse/message

Thyiatira Singleton and I finish our conversation about CHECKIN EM AT THE DOOR, 3F2s, networking and the future of 3F2s. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/3funiverse/message

Ian Bush and I converse about 3F culture to social media.  This episode is less formal than others, but the intent with this episode was to break free of my normal format.  No worries though.  The 3FUniverse will return to its dramatic, narrative driven, storytelling glory in upcoming episodes.   Note, if you are not a 3F this episode may be difficult to follow at the beginning.  Lots of AFSC driven talk.  Lots of “hot takes”. The least formal of all 3FU episodes so far... DISCLAIMERs:  The appearance of hyperlinks does not constitute endorsement by the United States Air Force, or the Department of Defense, of the external Web site, or the information, products or services contained therein.  The United States Air Force does not exercise any editorial control over the information you may find at these locations or the privacy and user policies of these locations. References to non-federal entities do not constitute or imply Department of Defense or Air Force endorsement of any company or organization. The podcasts on this site are individually owned and don’t necessarily represent Air Force positions, strategies or opinions. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the 3FUniverse podcast.  The views expressed by the guests and hosts are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the 3FUniverse and Nicholas Perez makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice. Unless specifically stated otherwise, the USAF and the DoD do not endorse, approve, recommend, or certify any information, product, process, service, or organization presented or mentioned in this Podcast, and information from this Podcast should not be referenced in any way to imply such approval or endorsement. The third party materials or content of any third party site referenced in this Podcast do not necessarily reflect the opinions, standards or policies of the 3FUniverse and Nicholas Perez. The 3FUniverse assumes no responsibility or liability for the accuracy or completeness of the content contained in third party materials or on third party sites referenced in this Podcast or the compliance with applicable laws of such materials and/or links referenced herein. THE 3FUniverse & Nicholas Perez EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF ANY INDIVIDUAL'S USE OF, REFERENCE TO, RELIANCE ON, OR INABILITY TO USE, THIS PODCAST OR THE INFORMATION PRESENTED IN THIS PODCAST. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/3funiverse/message

This episode is focused! ALS Commandant MSgt Leon Thomas and I wanted to provide a highly concentrated bang for your buck episode about what it means to be a start a franchise...your Leadership Franchise. There is SO MUCH value to be gained from listening to this episode. This episode marks a turning point for the show, higher quality audio both from physical gear that I purchased, and from the help of a fellow UTM who is an audio engineer. (Details below) I cannot wait to have you guys and gals listen!!!!! Want to be part of the network? Send a DM to the facebook page and I will shout out your business. In return you shout out my podcast. Use the hashtag #3FUNetwork :) This episode’s audio is produced by Geoff Fraser (a fellow UTM) at Studio 369. For all your audio needs....Recording, Mixing, and Mastering, go to 369sounddesign.com #WolfPack #3FUNetwork #BuildUpUTMs #Cultivate #Collaborate --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/3funiverse/message

My guest on this episode discusses art, culture, breathing, family, priorities, balance, and what it means to be a 3F2. Check em at the door! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/3funiverse/message

Eli Brown is my guest on this fourth episode of the On the 3FUniverse. He has been a Unit Training Manager for four years, and retrained out of Security Forces. We talk anxiety, PTSD, deployments, online school, taking care of yourself, and find out....What the heck is “Burn the Boats”? We also discuss Uncharted, and the internet connection gets a bit weird, and the last few minutes of the show have a weird delay. Eli is a Reverend, and a “Lord”. We dont discuss that, but you should contact him and ask him about it lol. Enjoy. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/3funiverse/message

On this episode of the podcast, we discuss OutKast, podcasts, and sports in Alabama. Cory talks to us about his humble beginnings in Montgomery, Alabama, his family’s hidden legacy, and how those experiences have helped him carve his own path as a big personality in the Diversity and Inclusion representative at GFAFB.  Cory and I hit on some serious topics to include race. The conversation lightens up, and we cover his ever growing list of hobbies. Finally, we discuss the topic of pursuing your passions and achieving balance. To get your “UTM” shirt, go to: https://bellabriana.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/3funiverse/message

On this episode of the 3FUniverse, I interview Michael Puckett, from Lakenheath AFB, whom I originally met at the 3F2 Conference. Michael has mastered something few NCOs I have met have figured out, and that is being succesful and HAPPY. The two of us dive into being in the moment. We also speak on many psychological themes this episode, karaoke, work/life balance, and how to make the AFSC better. Sic Parvis Magna. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/3funiverse/message

This week's guest is Brian Childers, who recently was approved to leave the career field.  Brian speaks on the story of how he got to being a 3F2, touches on topics that affected him in his career, like divorce and crazy deployments.  We also discuss memes, music, and quotes that make Brian cringe.  Later in the podcast things really start flowing, and we talk on themes of ego and maturity.   This is the "pilot" episode, give it a few chances and give me feedback in the form of "Voice messages".   I'm Nicholas Perez, and this.... is the 3FUniverse, Episode 1.  This is all of ours, and this podcast is meant to connect the 3F community.....one story at a time. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/3funiverse/message