Boy in the Trash Can
The story about a boy thrown away at birth in Korea and rescued at the brink of death -- and his journey through life. The podcast explores Dr Terwilliger's humorous experiences on the farm, life in the Air Force, funny stories, travels around the world, and learning to cope with a disability that impacted his life. Join me on this journey and the twists and turns of life through the lens of a gay Asian American who lived the American dream. There will be lots of laughs, perhaps a tear; and mostly adventure! (Amazing cover art by artist Ken Bryson; intro/exit music by Markus Terwilliger). Boy In the Trash Can is a production of CSJ Associates and is dedicated to Barbara Holton Terwilliger
Episodes
99 episodes
#63 - 9-11 From Montana
#63 - 9-11 From Montana. This episode provides the perspective of the effect of 9-11 from Malmstrom AFB and a look at the changes in the United States and around the world, changing our lives forever. A further impact on the squadro...
#62 - Channeling "Dead Poets Society"
#62 - Channeling "Dead Poets Society." This episode features guests J and Heather Thomas with favorite destinations from Great Falls; The visit from HQ AF and the results are in. An example of looking at things from a different perspecti...
#61 - Car Ice Dancing & Special Guests!
#61 - Car Ice Dancing & Special Guests! This episode continues my assignment at Malmstrom AFB in #Montana. Special guests join this week with their perspectives of being assigned during the same time. I share an experience driving in...
#60 - A Patch, A Tattoo, & Lasik
#60 - A Patch, A Tattoo, & Lasik. We move the patch project forward and focus the squadron on guest service with a story and tattoos! We're moving forward and I need a new photo because I no longer wear glasses! What an experie...
#59 - Lay of the Land & We Need a Patch!
#59 - Lay of the Land & We Need a Patch! This episode provides a bit of a foundation of Montana, Great Falls, and Malmstrom Air Force Base. Sharing the start of command of the 341 Services Squadron, and some of the early activities. ...
#58 - A Last Minute Call & A Long Drive
#58 - A Last Minute Call & A Long Drive. We have an unfortunate situation within the Corps and keeping in mind that cadets are still college students. The deposit on a newly released vehicle; and a memorable dining-out with two very ...
#57 - Unique Venue, Amazing Story, & What a Project!
#57 - Unique Commissioning Venue, Amazing Story, & What a Project! This is a packed episode. First, commissioning is a very special event and we go to a very Texas location. Then, I share a story how everyone has purple rain an...
#56 - You're in Texas NOW, The Major, & Let's do Lunch
#56 - You're in Texas NOW, The Major, & Let's do Lunch. This episode has a little about the differing styles of leadership of the cadet wing commanders and a story or two of my interactions with "the law." I get promoted to major and...
#55 - A Couple of Leadership Lessons
#55 - A Couple of Leadership Lessons. This episode continues my assignment at UT Austin and cadet activities and leadership lessons for both cadets and staff. A friend visits who inspires cadets by visiting; and a real world situation un...
#54 - 1st Anniversary, the Lost Decade, and Moving Forward
#54 - 1st Anniversary, the Lost Decade, and Moving Forward. Welcome to a special episode celebrating the first anniversary of the podcast! It's been quite an adventure. As a listener caution, this episode has content that some listene...
#53 - Settling into UT & It's Too Hot to Mow!
#53 - Settling into UT & It's Too Hot to Mow! This week continues a bit of orientation into the University of Texas at Austin and arrival of a new boss. It's always an honor just to be nominated - although, not really. I venture to t...
#52 - Back in Texas and a HUGE Snake!
#52 - Back in Texas and a HUGE Snake! Starting my next adventure, as assistant professor at the University of Texas at Austin and a huge project right off the bat. This episode provides a background on the organization, the campus, and t...
#51 -When Unconscious Bias is Overt & Who Put in White Carpet?
#51 -When Unconscious Bias is Overt & Who Put in White Carpet? This episode talks about how unconscious bias isn't so unconscious with an example of prejudice and the ending that was compassionate. The decision is made to go for the ...
#50 - Check the Flag, Next Assignment? & Lost Decade
#50 - Check the Flag, Next Assignment? & Lost Decade. This episode starts with fixing flags that are being flown upside down, working to set the future for Services' personal progression up to the most senior director of Air Force Se...
#49 - Pie Making While Babysitting & White House Fellowships
#49 - Pie Making While Babysitting & White House Fellowships. Lesson learned from a big project to develop career development, a god-son and two new nephews. A story about making a pie while babysitting that doesn't go as well a...
#48 - 1 Year Uniform Change; Why The Photo?; & Capt 1: Lt Col 0
1 Year Uniform Change; Why The Photo?; & Capt 1: Lt Col 0. This episode has some fun stories on the Air Staff with senior leaders; that crazy uniform change in the '90s, and when a captain outwits a lieutenant colonel....
#47 - New Position, Crazy Accident, & Lets Save Newborns
#47 - New Position, Crazy Accident, & Lets Save Newborns. This episode starts with a new position while still on the AF Air Staff, a not so funny thing happens on the way to the rehearsal dinner, and my thoughts for National #PTSD Aw...
#46 - Finally - Ed.D.; First AF-wide Project; DADT Law
#46 - Finally - Ed.D.; First AF-wide Project; DADT Law. This episode starts with a couple of lost stories; finally commencement from William & Mary; and a sad family loss. At work, my first Air Force-wide project is launched and I me...
#45 - U.S. vs T.H.E.M. & Dissertation Defended!!
#45 - U.S. vs T.H.E.M. & Dissertation Defended! This episode has me getting settled into my new place in Northern Virginia; shares experiences making policy alongside the other military services and new personnel with familiar faces!...
#44 - The Big Move & Potty Training
#44 - The Big Move & Potty Training. This episode makes great progress with my dissertation at William & Mary and after completing my tour at Langley AFB, headed to the Pentagon in Washington DC. This episode shares a story of ho...
#43 - Research Turmoil & Capt T Goes to Washington!
#43 - Research Turmoil & Capt T Goes to Washington! In this episode, I get approval and then cancelation of my research venue for my dissertation. Natural disasters destroy bases, and a good friend and colleague passes. Then, I get t...
#42 - W&M Progress and Another AF Challenge!
#42 - W&M Progress and Another AF Challenge! We continue with progressing at William & Mary with a challenging oral exam. I help a friend buy a car - and what an experience; then we'll see what's going on with the busy work at HQ...
#41 - Arriving at W&M; Briefing a 4-Star!, and Godparent
#41 - Arriving at W&M; Briefing a 4-Star!, and Godparent. This episode starts my journey at William and Mary. The base is going through so many changes and then Congress adds to the mix. I "get" to brief the 4-star general commander ...
#40 - AAPI, Some Trips, and Desert Storm
#40 - AAPI, Some Trips, and Desert Storm. This episode starts with some thoughts on my perspective of Asian American Pacific Islander Month; the continuation of the busy activities with so much going on and then, add to that the launch o...
#39 - Is it W&M?; Big Air Force Changes!
#39 - Is it W&M?; Big Air Force Changes! This episode continues my time at Langley AFB and some changes in the Air Force with a birds-eye view. At nearly the same time, HQ TAC is engaged with the merger of MWR and Services career fie...