Tailgate Chat
Claim This Podcastby Cliff Sosamon
Podcast Overview
<p>Drop the tailgate, and let’s chat! Tailgate Chat: Fueling Passion, Driving Purpose is a laid-back space where real conversations meet real life. Hosted by Cliff Sosamon — a United States Marine, leader, and storyteller — this show dives into the people, passions, and purposes that drive us forward. From swapping stories to exploring lessons learned on the journey, Tailgate Chat is about connection, community, and a good dose of straight talk.</p>
Language
🇺🇲
Publishing Since
9/3/2025
1 verified contact email on file for Tailgate Chat
Pitch yourself as a guest, propose sponsorships, or reach out directly to the host.
Recent Episodes
June 15, 2026
When Your Identity No Longer fits
Transition isn't just about leaving the military, changing careers, retiring, or starting over. It's what happens when the identity you've built for yourself no longer matches the season of life you're in. In this episode of Tailgate Chat, Cliff explores the difference between the roles we play and who we really are. Drawing from his own experiences in the Marine Corps, the nonprofit world, and business leadership, he shares why tying your identity to a title can leave you feeling lost when that title disappears. If you've ever wondered what's next after a major life change, this conversation is a reminder that you don't have to reinvent yourself—you simply have to rediscover the purpose that was already there.
June 8, 2026
Understand Who You Are First
Before you can understand what you're supposed to do with your life, you have to understand who you are. In this episode, Cliff Sosamon explores the connection between core values, personal identity, and purpose. Drawing from family influences, Marine Corps leadership principles, the story behind his family's PRISMA values, and a visit to the historic Chapultepec Castle in Mexico City, Cliff explains how our deepest convictions shape our decisions and guide the direction of our lives. If you've ever felt stuck, uncertain about your next step, or searching for purpose, this conversation will help you uncover the values that may already be guiding you. Why I like this package It naturally includes high-value search terms: core values purpose identity leadership personal growth character Marine Corps self-awareness without sounding stuffed for SEO. It also aligns perfectly with the direction Tailgate Chat has been taking over the last several episodes—from fear, to motivation, to identity, and now to the foundation underneath all of them: understanding who you are first.
April 15, 2026
Reflection: Moving Through Fear to Build Consistency and Find Purpose
Six episodes in, it’s time to pause, reflect, and reset the table. This episode of Tailgate Chat explores purpose, fear, identity, and consistency—and how they shape the path forward. If you’re struggling to move through fear, stay consistent, or find your purpose, this conversation is for you.
8 total episodes available
Deep-dive analytics for Tailgate Chat
Frequently asked questions
Have a different question and can't find the answer you're looking for? Reach out to our support team by sending us an email and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.
- What is Tailgate Chat?
<p>Drop the tailgate, and let’s chat! Tailgate Chat: Fueling Passion, Driving Purpose is a laid-back space where real conversations meet real life. Hosted by Cliff Sosamon — a United States Marine, leader, and storyteller — this show dives into the people, passions, and purposes that drive us forward. From swapping stories to exploring lessons learned on the journey, Tailgate Chat is about connection, community, and a good dose of straight talk.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Information about guest appearances is not available.
Legal Disclaimer
Pod Engine is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected with any of the podcasts displayed on this platform. We operate independently as a podcast discovery and analytics service.
All podcast artwork, thumbnails, and content displayed on this page are the property of their respective owners and are protected by applicable copyright laws. This includes, but is not limited to, podcast cover art, episode artwork, show descriptions, episode titles, transcripts, audio snippets, and any other content originating from the podcast creators or their licensors.
We display this content under fair use principles and/or implied license for the purpose of podcast discovery, information, and commentary. We make no claim of ownership over any podcast content, artwork, or related materials shown on this platform. All trademarks, service marks, and trade names are the property of their respective owners.
While we strive to ensure all content usage is properly authorized, if you are a rights holder and believe your content is being used inappropriately or without proper authorization, please contact us immediately at hey@podengine.ai for prompt review and appropriate action, which may include content removal or proper attribution.
By accessing and using this platform, you acknowledge and agree to respect all applicable copyright laws and intellectual property rights of content owners. Any unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or commercial use of the content displayed on this platform is strictly prohibited.