Episode 4 of WETSU: A Battleship New Jersey Podcast brings you an extraordinary conversation with Admiral J. Paul Reason (USN, Ret.), a trailblazing leader whose remarkable career helped shape the modern Navy.
Host and CEO Marshall Spevak sits down with Admiral Reason for a candid and captivating discussion, tracing his journey from the U.S. Naval Academy to his pivotal encounter with Admiral Hyman Rickover that secured his place in the nuclear propulsion program. Admiral Reason shares firsthand accounts of his time serving as the Naval Aide to the President of the United States to his command of Battle Group Romeo, where USS New Jersey served as his flagship, and reflects on the leadership, challenges, and historic milestones that defined his service.
Notably, Admiral Reason made history as the U.S. Navy’s first Black 4-Star Admiral while serving as Command-in-Chief of the U.S. Atlantic Fleet—an achievement that cemented his legacy as one of the Navy’s most distinguished officers. Don’t miss this compelling episode of WETSU, where history, leadership, and the legacy of USS New Jersey come to life through the words of an iconic naval figure.
Please note: Due to technical audio issues during the original recording, some portions of our host’s audio were re-recorded for clarity. However, the conversation with Admiral J. Paul Reason was too outstanding for our listeners to miss. We’re thrilled to share it with you, but please keep this in mind while viewing!
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