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EP60 A Decade Later: Revisiting Submariner Dave Bowman's Journey
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In this episode of the Submarine Sea Stories Podcast, host Bill Nowicki reunites with Dave Bowman, a former submariner who was first interviewed nearly 11 years ago. They reminisce about Dave’s captivating career in the Navy, his passion for naval history, and his extraordinary journey from a landlocked upbringing to life underwater. Dave shares personal anecdotes about influential mentors, his deep love for submarines, and his transformative 20-year process of converting to Judaism from a conservative Christian household. They also delve into the challenges of conveying the significance of their Cold War duties to younger generations and the camaraderie found within submarine veterans’ organizations. This episode explores personal growth, military history, and the profound connections forged within the submarine community.
00:00 - Introduction to the Podcast
00:26 - Catching Up with Dave Bowman
01:17 - Dave’s Journey to the Navy
05:03 - Life in the Navy and Mentorship
07:15 - Influential Figures and Personal Growth
10:28 - Transitioning Out of the Navy
18:04 - Full Circle: Returning to Submarine Community
18:33 - Joining the Submarine Veterans
19:11 - Discovering the Value of Sub Vet Meetings
20:22 - Becoming Base Commander During COVID
20:45 - Transition to Base Historian and Digitalization
22:07 - The Importance of Cold War Stories
24:42 - Challenges of Sharing Cold War Experiences
27:45 - The Bond Among Submarine Veterans
30:53 - Dave’s Podcasts and Online Presence
33:18 - Final Thoughts and Farewell
106 episodes
Manage episode 487862373 series 2280631
In this episode of the Submarine Sea Stories Podcast, host Bill Nowicki reunites with Dave Bowman, a former submariner who was first interviewed nearly 11 years ago. They reminisce about Dave’s captivating career in the Navy, his passion for naval history, and his extraordinary journey from a landlocked upbringing to life underwater. Dave shares personal anecdotes about influential mentors, his deep love for submarines, and his transformative 20-year process of converting to Judaism from a conservative Christian household. They also delve into the challenges of conveying the significance of their Cold War duties to younger generations and the camaraderie found within submarine veterans’ organizations. This episode explores personal growth, military history, and the profound connections forged within the submarine community.
00:00 - Introduction to the Podcast
00:26 - Catching Up with Dave Bowman
01:17 - Dave’s Journey to the Navy
05:03 - Life in the Navy and Mentorship
07:15 - Influential Figures and Personal Growth
10:28 - Transitioning Out of the Navy
18:04 - Full Circle: Returning to Submarine Community
18:33 - Joining the Submarine Veterans
19:11 - Discovering the Value of Sub Vet Meetings
20:22 - Becoming Base Commander During COVID
20:45 - Transition to Base Historian and Digitalization
22:07 - The Importance of Cold War Stories
24:42 - Challenges of Sharing Cold War Experiences
27:45 - The Bond Among Submarine Veterans
30:53 - Dave’s Podcasts and Online Presence
33:18 - Final Thoughts and Farewell
106 episodes
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