Intentional Leadership, Podcasting, and Leaving a Legacy | Cal Walters

In this episode of The Military Leader Podcast, I sit down with Cal Walters—Army Ranger, JAG officer, professor of leadership, and host of The Intentional Leader Podcast, ranked in the top 1.5% of shows worldwide.

We dive into Cal's journey from long commutes and solo reflection to launching a global leadership platform. You'll hear how a desire to grow (and a nudge from his wife) led to a podcast that’s now shaped over 125 conversations with leaders across the military, business, and academic worlds.

We cover:

✅ Why self-leadership is the foundation of leading others

✅ How to start something meaningful—even if fear is holding you back

✅ Building a leadership brand without letting ego get in the way

✅ What Cal learned from interviewing General McChrystal, General Petraeus, and Patrick Lencioni

✅ The role of military prosecutors and the emotional weight of justice

✅ The difference between being nice and being kind in leadership

✅ Practical insights on how to manage tension instead of trying to solve it

If you're a leader looking to live and lead with more intention, this conversation will challenge and encourage you.

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