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  • The DINFOS Way – Ep. 46: Serving in the Spotlight: Miss America 1st Lt. Madison Marsh on Communicating Under Pressure

    The DINFOS Way – Ep. 46: Serving in the Spotlight: Miss America 1st Lt. Madison Marsh on Communicating Under Pressure
    Oct 22 2026
    In this episode of The DINFOS Way, host Jack Rous sits down with Air Force 1st Lt. Madison Marsh, the first active-duty service member crowned Miss America, to talk about communicating under pressure. Marsh shares how she learned media skills on the fly after her 2024 win, how she balances being both the messenger and the message, and how she adjusts her story for reporters, troops and a Harvard classroom. From handling tough questions to telling authentic stories, this conversation offers advice every service member can use when the spotlight finds them.
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    36 min
  • The DINFOS Way – Ep. 45: From Vietnam to the Hall of Fame: Chip Maury’s DINFOS Legacy

    The DINFOS Way – Ep. 45: From Vietnam to the Hall of Fame: Chip Maury’s DINFOS Legacy
    Sep 21 2026
    In Episode 45 of The DINFOS Way, host Jack Rous sits down with Donald “Chip” Maury, a Navy veteran, combat photographer, award-winning photo editor and lifelong mentor to generations of visual communicators. Maury reflects on a remarkable career that began in 1956 as a Navy Photographer’s Mate and included more than 1,500 parachute jumps, underwater demolition diving and three combat tours in Vietnam. He shares lessons from photographing in demanding environments, leading the Pacific Stars and Stripes photo staff to multiple Military Photographer of the Year honors, transitioning to civilian journalism and helping young photographers develop their craft. Inducted into the DINFOS Hall of Fame in August 2026, Maury’s story explores the images, experiences and commitment to mentorship that define his enduring DINFOS legacy.
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    45 min
  • The DINFOS Way – Ep. 44: Practical AI for Military Communicators

    The DINFOS Way – Ep. 44: Practical AI for Military Communicators
    Aug 23 2026
    In this episode of The DINFOS Way, host Jack Rous speaks with Master Sgt. Ben Stratton, emerging technology program manager at the Air Force Public Affairs Agency, about practical and responsible uses of artificial intelligence in military public affairs. Stratton discusses how communicators can use AI and automation to improve workflows while protecting public trust, strengthening content provenance and keeping human judgment at the center of every message. From building foundational AI skills to knowing when to slow down and verify, this conversation offers military communicators actionable insight for working in an AI-enabled information environment.
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    43 min
  • The DINFOS Way – Ep. 43: Communicating That Connects Insights from Amelia of 98 Rock Baltimore

    The DINFOS Way – Ep. 43: Communicating That Connects Insights from Amelia of 98 Rock Baltimore
    Jul 17 2026
    In this episode of The DINFOS Way, host Jack Rous talks with longtime 98 Rock Baltimore radio personality and public affairs broadcaster Amelia Ryerse about communicating in ways that truly connect with audiences. Amelia shares how preparation, authenticity and audience awareness shape every show, from rock radio to her “Maryland Perspectives” public affairs program, and offers practical advice DINFOS students and military communicators can apply to their own interviews, podcasts and on‑air work.
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    54 min
  • The DINFOS Way – Ep. 42: Teaching Tomorrow’s Public Affairs Leaders in Intermediate Public Affairs Specialist Course

    The DINFOS Way – Ep. 42: Teaching Tomorrow’s Public Affairs Leaders in Intermediate Public Affairs Specialist Course
    Jun 18 2026
    In this episode of “The DINFOS Way,” host Jack Rous sits down with instructor Shelby Kay-Fantozzi to explore how the Intermediate Public Affairs Specialist Course prepares military communicators for the next level of responsibility. Shelby, a former Air Force public affairs professional and award-winning DINFOS instructor, shares how she builds confident, critical-thinking PA leaders in the classroom. From sharpening media literacy and messaging skills to coaching students through real-world scenarios, she breaks down what makes IPASC unique in the DOW training pipeline and what students can expect when they walk through the door.
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    40 min
  • The DINFOS Way – Ep. 41 Balancing a Personal and Professional Brand in Uniform with Army Capt. Angelena Garland

    The DINFOS Way – Ep. 41 Balancing a Personal and Professional Brand in Uniform with Army Capt. Angelena Garland
    May 6 2026
    What does it really mean to represent yourself and the military online? In this episode of The DINFOS Way, host Jack Rous sits down with Army Capt. Angelena Garland to talk about navigating life as both a service member and a social media influencer. From understanding policy and protecting operational security to maintaining authenticity without crossing the line, Capt. Garland shares real-world insight on how to build a presence online while staying compliant and professional. If you have ever wondered what you can and cannot post, this episode breaks it down in a way every military communicator can apply.
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    48 min
  • The DINFOS Way – Ep. 40 Focus & Flash: Mastering the Studio for Mission Success with Justin Pyle

    The DINFOS Way – Ep. 40 Focus & Flash: Mastering the Studio for Mission Success with Justin Pyle
    Apr 13 2026
    In this episode of The DINFOS Way podcast, “Focus & Flash: Mastering the Studio for Mission Success,” host Jack Rous sits down with Justin Pyle, a seasoned DINFOS instructor and retired Air Force master sergeant with more than two decades of photojournalism experience. Pyle, who has taught at the Defense Information School since 2008, shares his expertise in studio photography, explaining how establishing the right lighting environment and mastering technical skills contribute to mission success for military communicators. Together, they explore what studio photography looks like at DINFOS, how students sharpen their craft behind the lens, and why understanding the fundamentals of light and composition remains essential to visual storytelling in defense communication.
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    25 min
  • The DINFOS Way – Ep. 39: Developing Tomorrow’s Visual Storytellers with Johnny Bivera and benefits of DC Shoot Off Visual Media Workshop

    The DINFOS Way – Ep. 39: Developing Tomorrow’s Visual Storytellers with Johnny Bivera and benefits of DC Shoot Off Visual Media Workshop
    Mar 4 2026
    In this episode of The DINFOS Way, host Jack Rous sits down with master photojournalist Johnny Bivera to explore his decades-long career in visual storytelling across military and civilian arenas. Bivera reflects on his time in the U.S. Navy and his work documenting combat, humanitarian missions and high-level events, sharing what he learned about telling powerful stories through imagery. He also explains the origin and purpose of the DC Shoot Off Visual Media Workshops, an all-volunteer, not-for-profit educational program that helps military and civil service photographers sharpen their craft. Throughout the conversation, Bivera offers practical tips, techniques and perspective for today’s warfighting communicators, giving listeners ideas they can apply to their own visual storytelling.
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    38 min