FF: Institutional Capture in the U.S. Military with Dr. Chase Spears

The military is supposed to be apolitical, but what happens when ideology quietly replaces constitutional accountability? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Chase Spears, a 20-year U.S. Army combat veteran who walked away from a major promotion to speak out about what's really happening inside our armed forces. We dive deep into how DEI policies have infiltrated the military, eroding trust, readiness, and the ability of service members to speak truth. Chase shares his firsthand experience watching the institution transform from 2003 to 2023, the consequences he faced for standing on his convictions, and why he ultimately chose conscience over career. This isn't just about the military—it's about institutional capture across America and what it takes to fight back. If you care about national defense, freedom, and moral courage, this conversation is a must-listen. Chase's message to current service members is clear: stop talking, start doing.

CHAPTERS:

0:00 - Introduction & Sponsor
2:38 - Meet Dr. Chase Spears: From Journalism to 20 Years in the Army
7:42 - The Leftward Drift: How Institutions Lose Their Way
16:50 - 2010: The Turning Point for Military Culture
27:48 - The Promotion He Turned Down
36:01 - Can the Military Be Fixed? Personnel Is Policy
42:31 - Advice to Service Members: Find Your Spine
45:33 - Where to Find Dr. Chase Spears
47:00 - Closing Thoughts

LINKS:

🔗 Dr. Chase Spears:
Website: chasespears.com
Substack: Dr. Chase Spears on Substack
Podcast: Finding Your Spine (available on all platforms)
Social Media: @DrChaseSpears

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