Episode 193 | "Are You Taking Notes?" (Feat. NCC Que Nelson)

Episode 193 | "Are You Taking Notes?" (Feat. NCC Que Nelson)

June 29, 2026 · 2h 34m · Episode 193

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The episode features a discussion on Navy updates, social media, mental health, and popular TV shows with guest NCC Quintavious Nelson.

We were definitely UA last week, and we're sorry about that. This week, the guys are back—minus Damon—but joined by NCC Quintavious Nelson (aka Que Nels) to catch up on everything that's happened across the Navy over the past few weeks. Damo kicks things off with his latest gripe: having to shave every single day. The conversation quickly shifts into the time Que got the pod in trouble around Christmas, which naturally leads into a discussion about his relationship with social media and life as an influencer. The crew shares their Father's Day After-Action Reports before Damo asks what the big deal is about Love Island? That opens the door to a rabbit hole about the TV shows everyone's watching right now. Aaron talks about launching his "Standard Bearer" run challenge and reflects on attending his final Corpsman Ball. The release of the E-5 and E-6 advancement results sparks another conversation as Sailors wonder where the BBA results are. That leads Damo to share his thoughts on why some Sailors feel they aren't given enough time to truly learn so many new Navy policies—and what could be done to fix it. Since it's Men's Mental Health Month, the guys discuss whether it's actually…

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