WETSU: a BattleshipNJ Podcast

Author: Battleship New Jersey

WETSU: A Battleship New Jersey Podcast dives into the untold stories of Americas most decorated battleship. Hosted by the Battleships CEO, Marshall Spevak, this podcast features interviews with veterans, historians, and key figures connected to the ships legacy. Well explore life aboard the Battleship, spotlight New Jerseys military and veteran community, and connect the past to the present. Whether youre a history buff, a Navy enthusiast, or just curious about the stories behind the steel, WETSU is your all-access pass to the heart of the Battleship New Jersey.
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Chief Warrant Officer 5 Phillip Brashear: A Distinguished Military Journey
Episode 22
Wednesday, 26 November, 2025

On this episode of WETSU: a Battleship New Jersey Podcast, host and CEO Marshall Spevak sits down with Chief Warrant Officer 5 Phillip Brashear—son of Navy legend Master Chief Carl Brashear, the first Black U.S. Navy Master Diver whose life inspired the 2000 film Men of Honor.Phillip reflects on his own distinguished military journey, from his early years in the Navy to his transition into the Army, where he became a helicopter pilot and amassed more than 2,600 flight hours during deployments to Bosnia and Iraq.He shares what it was like growing up as the son of an American icon, the 25th anniversary of Men of Honor, his recent recognition as an Honorary Chief Petty Officer by the MCPON, and his deep commitment to the Battleship New Jersey’s Chief Petty Officer Heritage Academy—now in its 18th year and the largest CPO Heritage Academy for the Naval Reserve in the nation.Join us for an inspiring conversation with a remarkable leader carrying forward a family legacy of service, resilience, and honor.WETSU: a Battleship New Jersey podcast is proudly sponsored by Engineers Labor Employer Cooperative ELEC 825.Send us a textJoin the WETSU community or Follow us on Instagram.