In this special edition of The Maintainer Podcast, we sit down with MARMC’s outgoing Executive Officer, Captain Keith Foster, for a candid conversation about leadership, teamwork, and his vision for the command. He shares lessons from his Navy career, priorities as XO, and insights into supporting Sailors and civilians as they drive fleet readiness every day. We also hear from Chief Carter, who highlights the upcoming Defense Organizational Climate Survey (DEOCS), launching in early September, and why your participation is vital to shaping MARMC’s future.
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The Maintainer Podcast - Ep. 7
In this episode of The Maintainer Podcast, we cover MARMC’s first-ever I-Level overhaul of a 2A MPDE Clutch Assembly with insights from CWO3 Maurice Waller and the C931 Diesel Shop team behind the job. We fire up the torches with HTFN Wiles from the Ship Fitter Shop, highlight Carl Bush’s well-earned Commander’s Innovation NAVSEA Excellence Award, and get a friendly reminder about the importance of OPSEC from Operations Security Manager, Charles Miller. Command Counselor Flora Papadimtriou returns with a message about mental health, and we explore the future of ship repair through additive manufacturing with Trevor Pool. It’s another packed episode full of innovation, teamwork, and the people who make it all happen for the fleet.
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The Maintainer Podcast - Ep. 6
This episode of The Maintainer Podcast goes the distance -- bringing you stories from across the command. Meet MARMC's new Medical Officer, hear from leadership on where we're headed next, and celebrate the enduring legacy of Navy Chiefs. We also cover infrastructure updates, small business innovation, go behind the scenes with the SCBA shop, and catch highlights from the Change of Command. Our biggest episode yet is a full-on marathon featuring the people, partnerships, and priorities keeping our fleet ready. Pace yourself -- it's a long one, but worth every minute.
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The Maintainer Podcast - Ep. 5 CO-PCO Interview
We’re back with another special edition episode. In episode five of The Maintainer Podcast, we’re bringing you a candid conversation between MARMC’s current Commanding Officer, Captain Jay Young, and his relief, Prospective Commanding Officer Captain Dan Hemminger. They talked shop—leadership, work-life balance, the future of ship repair—but also dove into wrestling, fitness, food… and a few surprises along the way. Plus, we catch you up on other recent changes around the waterfront.
Music by OctoSound and snoozybeats from Pixabay.
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The Maintainer Podcast - Ep. 4
In the fourth episode of The Maintainer Podcast, we sit down with retired Navy Captain Dr. John Cordol to discuss how virtual reality is revolutionizing Navy training programs. We also hear from MARMC Sailors, MM1 Folts and MM2 Perez, from the Flex Hose shop, who share insights into their day-to-day work. Plus, our counselors, Chaplain, and leadership team offer special holiday messages to the command.
Music by Alexaa221 from Pixabay
The Maintainer Podcast is the official podcast of Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center (MARMC). Each episode brings together voices from across the command—civilians, Sailors, and leaders alike—to share real stories, professional insight, and the work that keeps the fleet mission-ready.
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