In this landmark 102nd episode of Frogman Friday, Ryan “Birdman” Parrott sits down with SEAC David Isom, the senior enlisted advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the highest-ranking enlisted service member in the U.S. Armed Forces.

From his beginnings as a surfer in North Carolina to becoming a Navy SEAL and ultimately serving as SEAC, David Isom shares hard-earned lessons on leadership, resilience, and the importance of service. Together, they dive into:

His journey from the fleet Navy to BUD/S and the SEAL Teams

The rescue of Jessica Lynch and the power of joint operations

The role of SEAC and why it matters for today’s force

Challenges facing enlisted service members and families

Lessons on finding your “why” and building a culture of purpose

This episode is more than a military story—it’s about leadership, sacrifice, and service that inspires across every walk of life.

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