Podcasts about afsoc

Send us a textWelcome back, peasants. In this spicy no-ads-needed episode, the Ones Ready crew tears into the mind-numbing chaos that is the DoD's budgeting incompetence. From canceled bonuses to SkillBridge chaos and the eternal mystery of why military uniforms fit nobody, this is your front-row seat to the clown show that is Pentagon-level “planning.”Also? If you thought complaining about gear was just a “female” issue, strap in. We're about to tell you why literally everyone from PJs to SEALs has been modifying crap for decades—and no, it's not the patriarchy, it's just government contracts. Plus, the AC-130 gets its flowers, JC's got Overwatch, and somehow we talk about dental X-rays and slings made from Pelican hooks.

Send us a textIn today's Daily Drop, Peaches wades through 20+ pages of Pentagon memos so you don't have to—and the headlines are as wild as you'd expect. From the DoD accelerating AI and electronic warfare for SOF teams (because robot war is here), to the Pentagon trying to fire every transgender troop in 30 days (seriously), it's another day in America's defense soap opera.Also: the Space Force is debating whether orbital refueling is even worth it, even though it sounds like the coolest sci-fi thing ever; the B-52 radar upgrade blows past budget (shocker); and the Air Force finally admits the CV-22 Osprey might never hit full capability again (gasp). And yes, the crew debates which generation would actually win in an all-out war cage match—Gen X or the Greatest Generation?

Send us a textIn today's cerebral Daily Ops Brief, Peaches breaks down the Defense Department's latest dumpster fire: whether to park Space Command's shiny new paradigm shift in Colorado or Alabama. Also, some genius of the Military Industrial Complex just texted the entire Internet our plans for Houthi rebels. Throw in DEI purges, child care collapse, and a disgraced AFSOC leader, and you've got a government that's firing on no cylinders.We cover real estate speculation, government hiring freezes that move slower than molasses in formation, and why Canada's aircraft shopping spree might be a Costco mistake.

Subscriber-only episodeSend us a textIn this absolute banger of an episode, Peaches and Trent casually disassemble the military-industrial complex, parenting guilt, British censorship, and how not to run a drone program… all while planning t-shirt logistics and surviving haunted Airbnbs. It's like sitting in on a leadership meeting, a roast, and an existential crisis—all at the same time.We kick things off with crop dusters—no, not the fart kind, the literal aircraft AFSOC spent $2 billion on instead of investing in drone tech that actually works at elevation. Then we spiral into public affairs drama (hi PAO

Send us a textWelcome to your daily dose of unfiltered chaos, where Peaches breaks down the news like a sledgehammer breaks through PR-approved nonsense. This ain't your polished AFN brief—this is the real rundown, straight from the Ones Ready bunker. Spoiler: if you love taxpayer-funded crop dusters, British police overreach, or beard policies held together by ETP duct tape—you're in for a treat.From the Panama Canal to Star Wars-era missile defense, the DEI purge of Maya Angelou, and the ongoing saga of “Fat Tony” Bauerfein, Peaches' on one today. We're talking about $2B aircraft that couldn't win a dogfight with a Pelican, the kind of “malicious compliance” that gets classics deleted from Navy libraries, and how shadow banning is the new way to say “you're winning.”

Aaron Love shares his journey from a small-town upbringing in Ohio to a distinguished military career as a pararescue jumper. He discusses the challenges of transitioning to civilian life, his experiences with fatherhood, and the lessons he aims to impart to his children. Emphasizing the importance of protecting childhood innocence, fostering respect in relationships, and prioritizing family values, Aaron highlights the significance of legacy and authenticity in parenting. The discussion also touches on the courage required to live authentically in today's society, encouraging fathers to focus on what truly matters: their families. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the themes of masculinity, brotherhood, and personal growth. Aaron is a true Patriot and Leader. Follow Aaron: YouTube: @OnesReady Instagram: @aaron_loves_america X: @aaronLuvsMerica

Send us a textWelcome to the Ones Ready Podcast—where professionalism is DEAD. If you're here for balanced discourse and hand-holding, GTFO. This episode is a masterclass in pettiness, Pentagon chaos, and why your internet hot takes are garbage.

Subscriber-only episodeSend us a textWelcome to the Ones Ready Podcast—where professionalism is DEAD. If you're here for balanced discourse and hand-holding, GTFO. This episode is a masterclass in pettiness, Pentagon chaos, and why your internet hot takes are garbage.

In the next episode of our new Academic Arsenal series – focused on NPS students' defense-relevant research – host Eric Czaja speaks with two U.S. Air Force senior pilots in the defense analysis program whose examination of amphibious aircraft could offer an innovative solution to logistics challenges in the Indo-Pacific. Trident Room Podcast host U.S. Army Maj. Eric Czaja has a conversation with NPS Department of Defense Analysis students U.S. Air Force Maj. Bobby Strain and U.S. Air Force Maj. Tim Marti. This episode was recorded on August 31, 2024. Maj. Bobby Strain is a U.S. Air Force senior pilot with more than 2,450 flying hours in the C-5M and KC-135R/T. A 2011 ROTC graduate of the Colorado School of Mines, he has flown missions worldwide, including combat missions in support of Operations Enduring Freedom, Resolute Support, Inherent Resolve, and Freedom's Sentinel. Maj. Tim Marti is also a U.S. Air Force senior pilot with more than 2,000 hours flying the U-28 and other various AFSOC aircraft, including combat missions in Operation Inherent Resolve. Together, Strain and Marti have authored a joint thesis entitled “Airpower Beyond the Runway: Amphibious Aircraft to Enhance Agility in INDOPACOM.” Their thesis explores how seaplanes, specifically amphibious aircraft, can support the U.S. Joint Force while also creating challenges for adversaries in the Indo-Pacific. The study explores the limitations of current assets and the advantages of utilizing seaplanes in two fictional scenarios. Utilizing a mixed methods qualitative/quantitative approach to compare seaplanes against various platforms – including aircraft, ships, boats, and submarines – the study showcases the seaplane's unique advantages due to its speed, range, and access to remote locations. The study concludes with a series of recommendations for the DOD to inform decision-makers of the potential for investment in amphibious aircraft, and suggests courses of action to validate the requirement. ----------------- The Trident Room Podcast is brought to you by the Naval Postgraduate School Alumni Association and the Naval Postgraduate School Foundation. www.npsfoundation.org For comments, suggestions, and critiques, please email us at TridentRoomPodcastHost@nps.edu, and find us online at nps.edu/tridentroompodcast. Thank you! The views expressed in this interview are those of the individuals and do not reflect the official policy or position of the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, the US Navy, or the Naval Postgraduate School.

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We did a contracting episode a few weeks ago where we aired out a few grievances mostly focused on how strength and conditioning coaches in contracted roles with the military are treated. In that conversation we acknowledged that we have limited experience with contracting, and we were open to having an expert come on and set the record straight.  As it happens, this week's guest is exactly the kind of expert we were looking for. Chris Larkin is LMR Technical Group CEO and Cofounder and his background covers enlisted and officer service in Air Force Special Warfare and extensive involvement in military human performance in multiple different roles. Chris spent 28 years total in the Air Force as an enlisted Combat Controller and Special Tactics Officer, starting to advocate for military human performance initiatives even before commissioning. He served as the first Squadron Commander at the Special Tactics Training Squadron and helped establish the Combat Athlete Program (which pre-dated SOCOM POTFF) working with AF Research Lab and USAFA Human Performance Lab. He had HPO specific facilities built at the STTS and 23 Special Tactics Squadron – some of the first built in the DoD and even ran one of the first ever Human Performance Symposiums (bringing in industry, academia, and other military units to help solve HPO problems). He wrote his thesis at the Joint Advanced Warfighting School (JAWS) on “Combat Fitness a Concept Vital to National Defense” and was an Operational Squadron commander when POTFF came to AFSOC and even deployed HPO staff into Afghanistan to expedite the recovery process. His credentials include a bachelors in Exercise Science, Master Fitness Trainer, ACSM Exercise Leader, and USA Triathlon Coach. He's also an accomplished athlete in his own right. He ran Division 1 Cross Country and Southwest Texas State University. He has represented the Air Force in downhill skiing, triathlon, pentathlon, and Ironman - including 3 Ironman finishes. And he has 3,000 parachute jumps – including numerous demonstrations at events including NFL, MLB, NASCAR.

A paradigm shift is happening in the defense industry with the integration of AI. AI has the potential to provide significant benefits to the warfighter. In episode 111 of @AfterburnPodcast  Mike "Flash" McVay and guest Forrest Underwood dive into the world of defense, technology, innovation, business, and how they interact in today's world. Helpful Acryonms: SIBR -Small Business Innovation Research | STTR - Small Business Technology Transfer | POM - Program Objective Memorandum | Primes - Lockheed, Raytheon, Boeing etc | CCAs -Collaborative Combat Aircraft | TRL - Tech readiness level | BD - Business Development | VC- Venture Capital/Capitalist

In this episode, we dive into the wealth of experience Tony Negron brings from his 26 years in the USAF, including a decade each in AFSOC and ACC, and notable combat tours. Tony shares critical lessons from the field, tips to crush the 24th STS selection, and strategies for a smooth military to civilian transition. He also opens up about the highs and lows of starting his own business after service. With Tony's guidance, rooted in extensive operational and entrepreneurial experience, this talk is a must-listen for those looking to navigate their future paths with confidence.

The Air Force Special Operations community has gathered in Florida for its Special Air Warfare Symposium this week. AFSOC is still busy around the world, and we where they are and where they're going with their commander, Lieutenant General Tony Bauernfeind. And we have the week's headlines in airpower. Powered by GE!

Welcome back to the Team Room with the whole squad! This week we have Air Force Special Operations Combat Systems Officer (CSO), Lt Col Chris Lott!In this conversation, Chris shares his journey in the Air Force, from his entry into the ROTC program to becoming a Combat Systems Officer, and his experiences in various different aircraft during his career. He discusses the challenges he faced and the decisions he made along the way. Chris also talks about the mission and role of the U-28s and the importance of their work on the battlefield. Finally, Chris reflects on managing risk in the military and the challenges faced in recent years. The conversation covers topics such as trusting and empowering leaders, managing risk, empowering people to take risks, diversity of background, leadership and delegating, balancing work and family, the culture of the Guard, and advice for joining the Air Force.We hope you enjoyed this one and make sure to follow Danger Close Apparel on Instagram @dangerclose_apparel - make sure to cop a sweet shirt and support the cause and make sure to use code OnesReady at checkout

Today, I'm joined by Rick, a senior medic with 18 years of experience in AFSOC and the Green Berets. We dive into lessons learned from mass casualty events, focusing on reactive and proactive scenarios. Rick recounts a harrowing mission in Eastern Afghanistan, where planning mishaps led to a challenging situation. They had to adapt on the fly, dealing with casualties and limited resources. Rick emphasizes the importance of improvisation, quick thinking, and knowing your available assets. He also discusses the need for effective communication and maintaining composure in high-stress situations. A must-listen for anyone in the field. Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective

In this compelling episode of the Ones Ready Podcast, we're joined by Lt Col Megan O'Rourke, who shares her extraordinary journey to the Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC). Beginning with her decision to join the Air Force at the Air Force Academy, inspired by a family visit and a desire to serve post-9/11, Lt Col O'Rourke's path is marked by resilience and determination. She candidly discusses her initial failure in pilot training, her transition to a navigator, and eventually her pivotal moment at an Air Lift Tanker Association conference, which led her and her husband, also in the Air Force, towards AFSOC. Lt Col O'Rourke reflects on the challenges of navigating a dual military career, the importance of embracing new opportunities, and the role of perseverance in her career. She delves into the unique aspects of serving in AFSOC, the tight-knit community it fosters, and the rewarding nature of its missions. Despite the challenges, including the tough decision-making regarding family and career, her passion for the mission and the people in AFSOC shines through. This episode not only explores the professional journey of a dedicated Air Force officer but also touches on personal growth, the impact of pivotal decisions, and the importance of storytelling in the military community. Whether you're a current service member, a veteran, or someone considering a military career, Lt Col O'Rourke's story offers valuable insights and inspiration. Tune in for an engaging conversation about dedication, leadership, and the power of saying yes to the unexpected turns in life.Collabs:Ones Ready - OnesReady.com 18A Fitness - Promo Code: 1ReadyAlpha Brew Coffee Company - Promo Code: ONESREADYATACLete - Follow the URL (no promo code): ATACLeteCardoMax - Promo Code: ONESREADYDread River - Promo Code: ONESREADY Eberlestock - Promo Code: OR10Hoist - Promo Code: ONESREADYTrench Coffee Company - Promo Code: ONESREADYThe content provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The host, guests, and affiliated entities do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information provided. The use of this podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship, and the podcast is not liable for any damages resulting from its use. Any mention of products or individuals does not consti...

Training for any one of the Air Force Special Warfare jobs never stops- but what do you focus on? Who runs the training now, that AFSOC has made a change in how we train and to what standard?Aaron and Peaches dive into all things training in this week's podcast. 00:00 The intro and the rise of Silly Goose Tactical 02:00 Train how you fight vs training for a fight and how we train to our absolute limits15:45 Proper training attire and story time, and adding realistic stress 27:00 Why Instructors have "ism's" and How Realistic Training Saves Lives  40:00 Where do scenarios come from? How about lessons learned?55:30 - ***ad-read Hoist***56:15 - Who's going to curry the goats?Collabs:18A Fitness - Promo Code: 1ReadyAlpha Brew Coffee Company - Promo Code: ONESREADYATAC Fitness - Promo Code: ONESREADY10CardoMax - Promo Code: ONESREADYEberlestock - Promo Code: OR10Hoist - Promo Code: ONESREADYStrike Force Energy - Promo Code: ONESREADYTrench Coffee Company - Promo Code: ONESREADYGrey Man Gear - Promo Code: ONESREADY The content provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The host, guests, and affiliated entities do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information provided. The use of this podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship, and the podcast is not liable for any damages resulting from its use. Any mention of products or individuals does not constitute an endorsement. All content is protected by intellectual property laws. By accessing or using this you agree to these terms and conditions.

Recently the Commander of AFSOC, Air Force Special Operations Command, sent a letter to his chain of command asking for the combat dive school and qualification to be removed from the Air Force Special Warfare pipeline. Specifically affected are Special Tactics Officers, Combat Controllers, and Special Reconnaissance career fields. Obviously, this has caused a lot of flail in the communities. Aaron and Trent have been tracking this issue since it dropped, but we wanted to get you the best possible information now that the smoke has cleared a little bit.We are sure that the comments section will be packed with people respectfully discussing their feelings.  00:00 Trent takes the intro, and proceeds to make several bad puns06:20 Trent and Aaron explain the reasoning behind the requests and the dive qualification11:00 Army SF and Dive Teams 22:30 Problem 3 - Attrition rates will go down without dive school and dive training, water con stress39:00 Check out drinkhoist.com and use code OnesReady at checkout! 41:30 AETC and removing dive in reality 51:00 Why weren't PJ's mentioned in the memo?57:00 The Bottom Line 1:00:15 Trent and Aaron talk about the internet and how Chief Cheifed us1:03:00 Mission MercCollabs:18A Fitness - Promo Code: 1ReadyAlpha Brew Coffee Company - Promo Code: ONESREADYATAC Fitness - Promo Code: ONESREADY10CardoMax - Promo Code: ONESREADYEberlestock - Promo Code: OR10Hoist - Promo Code: ONESREADYStrike Force Energy - Promo Code: ONESREADYTrench Coffee Company - Promo Code: ONESREADYGrey Man Gear - Promo Code: ONESREADY The content provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The host, guests, and affiliated entities do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information provided. The use of this podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship, and the podcast is not liable for any damages resulting from its use. Any mention of products or individuals does not constitute an endorsement. All content is protected by intellectual property laws. By accessing or using this you agree to these terms and conditions.

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Listen Up! Picture this: our podcast audience is a classroom. Imagine Tom asking, "How many of you know someone within SOF or a veteran of SOF that has been diagnosed with cancer?" We can guarantee every hand would shoot up. This is why you need to listen in to this episode with Dennis Downey. Dennis Downey is a retired Army officer who spent 26 of 29 years on active duty in Special Forces. He served in a variety of assignments with the 10th and 1st Special Forces Groups and had extensive deployments to both Iraq and the Philippines. Since retirement in 2010, he has led the First In Asia Association which is dedicated to honoring the fallen from the 1st SFG (A). In 2013, after the death of several friends in the 10th SFG (A), he has been heavily involved with assisting Special Forces Soldiers, their family members, and other Special Operations Forces personnel (CA, PSYOP, Ranger, 160th SOAR, NSW, AFSOC) afflicted with cancers. He has written to the VA in support of numerous SF Soldiers who are battling for recognition of their cancer as service-connected. He has written both the Commanders of USSOCOM and USASOC to provide information on cancer trends and to help raise awareness of cancer within the force and in the veteran and retiree SF populations. SF and SOF members and their family members fighting cancer or serving as caregivers to someone with cancer can join the SOF Cancer Fighters Facebook Page for support and information.Let's dive right into this episode!Honorable Mentions:TRICARE covers the following cancer screenings as part of the Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Benefit:Breast cancer examsCervical cancer examsColorectal cancer exams Lung cancer screening Oral cavity and pharyngeal cancer exams Prostate cancer exams Skin cancer examsTesticular cancer exams Thyroid cancer exams Below are Dennis's best recommendations for websites for cancer information, awareness, and testing programs: American Cancer SocietySpecial Operations Forces support organizations:Green Beret Foundation Navy SEAL Foundation - A Nation of Support  HunterSeven Foundation  Diagnostic Testing: Galleri® for HCPs  Top five cancer treatment hospitals in the US:For more information about All Secure Foundation, visit https://allsecurefoundation.org/

Episode Summary: In Episode 132 of the Aerospace Advantage, Humans Are More Important Than Hardware: SOF Truth #1, John “Slick” Baum chats with longtime AFSOC pilot Col Sarah Brehm, veteran defense leader Mr. Jim “Hondo” Geurts, and AFSOC Special Tactics Officer Lt Col Steve Cooper about the United States Special Operations Command's core values, what they call SOF Truths. These tenets have defined the culture of SOCOM since 1987, which means they've connected special operators across different service components for generations—and this includes Air Force Special Operations. The first SOF Truth declares that “humans are more important than hardware.” However, given that technology permeates today's battlefields more than ever, what does this really mean? To this point, how does the Department of Defense emphasize the importance of our human capital when the budget is geared toward the procurement of new hardware? We also explore how this ideal applies to the broader conventional force. Credits: Host: John "Slick" Baum, Senior Fellow, The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies Producer: Shane Thin Executive Producer: Douglas Birkey Guest: Col Sarah Brehm, Air Force Fellow, The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies Guest: James "Hondo" Geurts, Former Acquisition Executive for the Navy, USMC, and USSOCOM; Distinguished Fellow, Business Executives for National Security Guest: Lt Col Steve Cooper, Special Tactics Officer, National Security Fellow, Harvard Kennedy School, Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs Links: Subscribe to our Youtube Channel: https://bit.ly/3GbA5Of Website: https://mitchellaerospacepower.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MitchellStudies Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mitchell.Institute.Aerospace LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3nzBisb Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mitchellstudies/ #MitchellStudies #AerospaceAdvantage #sof #usaf Thank you for your continued support!

Emma is the daughter of a classmate from the Pink Panthers and is full of enthusiasm and experience. From AF brat to the zoo, after 4 high schools, to eventual CS-19 Squadron Commander to foreign travels during cadet summers she shares her pre-active duty life. Upon graduation the path continued -- USAF intel in Honduras (counter crime) to Eglin & Hurlburt in FL (AFSOC) to joint ops in Iraq (counter ISIS) = Receipient of the Bronze Star from Seal team 7. She is currently the co-founder of Strike Solutions after leaving active duty and figuring out her best path. Finally, she is nearing the end of her 8 year term on the USAFA Board of Directors.

Finding Light in the Shadows: A Gripping Journey of Loss, Unyielding Resilience, and Profound Grit w/Kate Hewlett - Part 2/3" Episode found on HeroFrontPodcast.com or any music streaming app (search HeroFront) Content Warning: Suicide/Mental Health Challenges: Please be aware that this episode discusses the sensitive topic of suicide. It explores the profound impact of suicide on individuals, focusing on a woman who lost a fellow student to suicide and the subsequent emotional challenges, grief, and healing process. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or mental health issues, please reach out to a mental health professional or helpline. Your well-being is important to us. If this topic is difficult for you, feel free to skip this episode. Thank you for understanding. Episode Description: Join us for a deeply introspective part two of our trilogy as we delve into the life of an extraordinary woman who found herself in a position of authority, leading a vibrant class of students. But when tragedy strikes and one of her beloved students falls victim to suicide, her world is turned upside down. In this raw and poignant conversation, we explore the profound effects of this loss on her and the entire team, unmasking the complexities and challenges that arise in the wake of such a heartbreaking event. From grappling with grief to finding strength amidst doubt, our guest shares her personal journey through the shadows, shedding light on the often-overlooked struggles and reminding us of the resilience of the human spirit. This episode serves as a powerful reminder that even in the darkest times, there is hope and healing waiting to be discovered. 0:00 - Intro 3:00 - Life and lessons on leadership as a prior enlisted-spouse 10:50 - Applying to OTS - husband's selection and Kate's rejection 19:20 - Faith restored 22:22 - Fighting for selection 25:20 - Appreciation for God's plan 26:19 - Being an MC-130P Combat Shadow Navigator 30:36 - Applying to pilot training 31:43 - Returning to the AFSOC mission as an MC-130J Commando II Pilot 33:18 - Epic Winging Story 41:55 - Being the Senior Ranking Officer at Pilot Training 49:36 - Weather Test and Dollar Rides 52:51 - Remembering Ben 1:10:24 - The strength of showing emotion 1:22:50 - Honor Guard and Military Honors 1:30:24 - The darkness of mental illness and turmoil 1:33:00 - Next week's episode This is an inspiring podcast series that chronicles the extraordinary life story of Major Kate Hewlett, a pilot in the United States Air Force who defied the odds and overcame numerous challenges to achieve her dreams. This is a three-part series with this being 2/3. Part one was released on 17 May and part three will release on 31 May. In each episode, Major Hewlett shares captivating anecdotes and heartfelt reflections, taking listeners on a rollercoaster ride through the pivotal moments of her life. THIS IS A PRIVATE ACCOUNT. IT IS NOT A PART OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE OR ANY OF ITS COMPONENTS AND IT HAS NO GOVERNMENTAL STATUS #veteran #marines #army #airforce #navy #eq #coastguard #spaceforce #herofront #podcast #mentalhealth #resiliency #veteranowned #military #inspirational #deployment #basictraining #militarylife #firstresponders #airmen #airman #22aday #purpose #humility #emotionalintelligence #influencer

Just can't get away from the long episodes.  Good stories though.  Two in-depth stories from National Defense- Rail Gun (Japan) & SOCOM/AFSOC Armed Overwatch OA-1K. Then, we have quite a few stories from the Army AAAA conference in Nashville: Lockheed GMLRS Production; Boeing CH-47 Chinook Production Line; Army Aviation Safety Stand-down; and the upcoming Army Aviation-centric EDGE Exercise. And a related story on the Army TITAN system for JADC2 application(s). 

This edition features stories on Air Force Manpower and Personnel officials announcing a change of tenure limits for enlisted personnel, U.S. President Barack Obama expressing his respects and gratitude for service members and promising to care for those who serve during his inaugural State of the Union address, the Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) working around the clock to aid in Operation Unified Response, the U.S. Air Force flying with French Airmen during exercise Red Devil, the Lone Wolf Comedy Tour performing three shows around Joint Base Balad, the Air Force's newest major command (MACOM), Global Strike Command (GSC), progressing in its mission and streamlining the process for handling varied weapons systems being transferred from other MACOMs, and Department of Defense officials launching free online tutoring services for service members and their families. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Alina Richard.

Before there was Air Force Special Tactics, there was Chief Master Sergeant retired Wayne Norrad. Chief Norrad started his career before the Air Force knew exactly what Combat Control was going to be and ended his career as the Second AFSOC Command Chief, and the accepted Godfather of what we know Special Tactics to be today.  Chief Norrad is the definition of the word "legend", which is why we asked him to come on and tell us his story; it was so amazing we had to break it into 2 parts! Huge thanks to Chief Norrad, we truly appreciate his impact on Combat Control and Air Force Special Tactics as a whole! We already have Round 2 in the books- be on the lookout for that one to drop, in the Legends series! 00:00 Check out AFSPECWAR.com for the most up-to-date info01:52 Chief Norrad's Backstory20:10 How did CCT and PJ become Special Tactics? 31:30 Chief Norrad's impact on the Panama missions and awards program38:00 AFSOC's Second Command Chief52:00 The AFSOC Parachute Team1:01:00 The Combat Control Association beginning! 1:08:00 Chief Norrad's AdviceDon't forget to subscribe to the Podcast on your favorite player! http://bit.ly/2OG2OlfHave a question?  Email us at info@onesready.comFollow us on Instagram http://bit.ly/2OeNoFIAs always, THANK YOU for your support, we truly appreciate it.#vietnam  #combatcontrol #USSOCOMCollabs:18A Fitness - Promo Code: 1ReadyAlpha Brew Coffee Company - Promo Code: ONESREADYATAC Fitness - Promo Code: ONESREADYCardoMax - Promo Code: ONESREADYEberlestock - Promo Code: OR10Hoist - Promo Code: ONESREADYOut of Regs Pomade - Promo Code: ONESREADYStrike Force Energy - Promo Code: ONESREADYTrench Coffee Company - Promo Code: ONESREADY

Michael Donvito 5th Degree BJJ Black Belt and Expert Trainer for US Special Forces

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I sat down with Michael and we had a chat about his amazing 30+ year journey in martial arts, his 10 black belts, continuing his father's work in training the US Military and US Special Forces and being part of www.skallywagtactical.com and www.eliteyou.com alongside Sgt Major Jack Nevils. Thank you to Ashleigh Gass of https://movegst.com/ in Florida for introducing us and setting up the show.

 A truly humble and knowledgeable man he is so understated that you just know he embodies the sign hung on my Squadron Sergeant Major's door- “Be Friendly, Be Polite, But Have A Plan To Kill Everyone You Meet.” 

Michael has 24+ years of experience training the Special Operations Community in Close Combat and related tactical skill sets. He is responsible for training thousands of military personnel and has been contracted by units throughout all four branches of service within the U.S. Military.  

Michael has spent the last six years working with multiple defense contracting companies as a Close Combat and Force Protection SME; fulfilling the roles of Primary and Assisting Instructor for LE, DoD, AFSOC, ARSOF, and Celebrity clients. 

He currently splits his time working on the Elite You and as a SME/Senior Instructor for Skallywag Tactical, and the Redeployed. 

Michael is a founding member of the Elite You, a virtual library dedicated to the idea that knowledge should be shared with those willing to seek it, and wisdom gained over a lifetime should be preserved for future generations. 

 “When an elder dies, a library burns to the ground.”  For anyone that wants to learn how to apply their combat sports, martial arts etc into a real world, save your own life skillset this is a must watch. 

You can find out more about Michael, his public speaking and how he is helping others at https://eliteyou.com/ on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/c/EliteYouChannel and on Insta at https://www.instagram.com/p/CWvzxL9jWCA/ Check out SkallyWag Tactical at https://www.skallywagtactical.com/ on Insta at https://www.instagram.com/skallywagtactical/ and for you ladies who need some tips check out https://www.instagram.com/p/Cd68cVEp543/ I am Damian Porter , Former Special Forces Operator, High Performance Living Coach from www.hownottodie.com.au and you can listen to my STRAIGHT TALK MIND AND MUSCLE PODCAST sponsored by www.realketonesaustralia.com the best and most effective ketone supplement on the market to reduce anxiety, enhance brain performance and supply twice as much energy as glucose.

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Welcome to the Do Hard Things Podcast with your host Jay Tiegs, Are you ready to amplify and improve your life? Then you are in the right place. On this podcast we have unfiltered conversation with inspiring people who take on challenges and share with us, the wisdom from their journey. We talk about how doing hard things adequately enable all of us to deal with life's struggles and challenges and ultimately improve the quality of our lives. In this episode, we talk about finding direction with Andrew Beattie from Azimuth X.  Andrew Beattie is an Air Force veteran (AFSOC), Air Traffic Controller, and founder of Azimuth X, a leadership and management training and coaching company. Over the years, he struggled with working for and listening to experiences of bad organizational leadership and management.  Andrew enrolled in countless courses and read countless books to learn more about the respective fields. Eventually, at 18, he had his first management position and started to gain experience. Combining what he learned, his experiences, and finding great mentors, he could piece together the reasons, so many people were having these bad experiences with leaders/managers. It boiled down to two main things: Lack of training and what courses were taught. Andrew's mission is to move people in the right direction on their leadership and management journeys through proper instruction of time-tested methods, building structure, and continuing education. With his methods, he has built effective and efficient organizational cultures, teams, and individuals.If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? Your feedback is important to me, and it would also take less than 60 seconds and make a difference in getting those hard-to-get guests as we expand our reach. Check out the Do Hard Things Nation: www.dohardthingsnation.comJoin the Do Hard Things Newsletter: https://www.jaytiegs.com/pl/2147557565Book A Call with Jay: https://www.jaytiegs.com/book-your-sessionConnect with Jay: Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/dohardthingsJoin the Do Hard Things Newsletter: https://www.jaytiegs.com/pl/2147557565Do Hard Things Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/do-hard-things/id1548334976Do Hard Things Podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4LhBESP82YI4Magub30D3DLeave a Review/Subscribe: Do Hard Things on Apple Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/do-hard-things/id1548334976Welcome to the Do Hard Things Podcast with your host Jay Tiegs, Are you ready to amplify and improve your life? Then you are in the right place. On this podcast we have unfiltered conversation with inspiring people who take on challenges and share with us, the wisdom from their journey. We talk about how doing hard things adequately enable all of us to deal with life's struggles and challenges and ultimately improve the quality of our lives. Do Hard Things Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/dohardthings

AFSOC Deployed Aircraft Ground Response Element (DAGRE) Airmen have one of the coolest missions you didn't know about. We got a ton of great feedback from our Defender brothers on the first one, so we brought on our Security Forces teammates for another deep dive. From application to training pipeline, to the mission,  ops tempo, and what comes next- we talk about it all. There are a million ways to engage and do something bigger in the Air Force, and these gentlemen are always looking for the next thing, and we know you are too. For all the information you could possibly need for AFSOC DAGRE, check out their Instagram over @usaf_afsocdagre Don't forget to subscribe to the Podcast on your favorite player! http://bit.ly/2OG2OlfHave a question?  Email us at info@onesready.comFollow us on Instagram http://bit.ly/2OeNoFIAs always, THANK YOU for your support, we truly appreciate it.#tacp #onesready #military Collabs:Alpha Brew Coffee Company - Promo Code:  ONESREADYTrench Coffee Company - Promo Code:  ONESREADYEberlestock - Promo Code:  OR10Hoist - Promo Code:  ONESREADYStrike Force Energy - Promo Code:  ONESREADYCardoMax - Promo Code:  ONESREADYOut of Regs Pomade - Promo Code:  ONESREADY18A Fitness - Promo Code:  1ReadyATAC Fitness - Promo Code:  ONESREADY

AFSOC Deployed Aircraft Ground Response Element (DAGRE) Airmen have one of the coolest missions you didn't know about. We got a ton of great feedback from our Defender brothers on the first one, so we brought on our Security Forces teammates for another deep dive. From application to training pipeline, to the mission,  ops tempo, and what comes next- we talk about it all. There are a million ways to engage and do something bigger in the Air Force, and these gentlemen are always looking for the next thing, and we know you are too. For all the information you could possibly need for AFSOC DAGRE, check out their Instagram over @usaf_afsocdagre Don't forget to subscribe to the Podcast on your favorite player! http://bit.ly/2OG2OlfHave a question?  Email us at info@onesready.comFollow us on Instagram http://bit.ly/2OeNoFIAs always, THANK YOU for your support, we truly appreciate it.#tacp #onesready #military Collabs:Alpha Brew Coffee Company - Code:  ONESREADYTrench Coffee Company - Code:  ONESREADYEberlestock - Code:  OR10Hoist - Code:  ONESREADYStrike Force Energy - Code:  ONESREADYCardoMax - Code:  ONESREADYOut of Regs Pomade - Code:  ONESREADY18A Fitness - Code:  1ReadyATAC Fitness - Code:  ONESREADY

Episode 53 finds us discussing many topics. First, we provide an update on the AFSOC CV-22 Osprey clutch issue and the Service's plan to mitigate risk.  Then, we talk about France's approach to defense acquisition in response to the turbulent conditions in Europe.  Finally, we provide some US Army organizational news- specifically- the activation of the 3d Multi-Domain Task Force  at Fort Shafter, Hawaii.

On this episode of the Ones Ready podcast, the team sits down with retired Combat Control Legend Chief Mike Lampe.  The term legend gets thrown out a lot these days, but Chief Lampe really embodies what a legend is and you'll understand as soon as you see his resume and hear some of his stories.  Even SOCOM recognized him as a legend after retirement by presenting him with the Bull Simmons Award.  Chief conducted unconventional warefare and irregular warfare operations starting back in Vietnam and continued to pave the way for SOCOM to be what it is today.  Ones Ready, Special Tactics, AFSOC, nor SOCOM would be what it is today with out Chief Lampe.  The podcast is a way for us to give back, serve each one of you, and build our community up with the most educated and well-train members.  Please enjoy the episode and give us your feedback. If you liked it and feel so inclined, please leave us a review.  If we didn't answer your questions, please let us know, and thank you for your support!Want to watch this episode on Youtube? https://www.youtube.com/OnesReadyHave a question?  Email us at info@onesready.comFollow us on Instagram @onesreadyFollow us on YoutubeFollow us on FacebookCollabs:Alpha Brew Coffee Company - Promo Code:  ONESREADYTrench Coffee Company - Promo Code:  ONESREADYEberlestock - Promo Code:  OR10Hoist - Promo Code:  ONESREADYStrike Force Energy - Promo Code:  ONESREADYCardoMax - Promo Code:  ONESREADYOut of Regs Pomade - Promo Code:  ONESREADY18A Fitness - Promo Code:  1ReadyATAC Fitness - Promo Code: ONESREADY

In episode 45, we discuss the return to flight of AFSOC CV-22s + the latest US & Iran competition incident in the Red Sea.  We also discuss Foreign Military Sales to Taiwan. In addition, we introduce the Biden Administration Nominee for Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research Development, and Acquisition (ASN RDA).

On this episode of the Ones Ready podcast, the team sits down with retired Combat Control Legend Chief Mike Lampe.  The term legend gets thrown out a lot these days, but Chief Lampe really embodies what a legend is and you'll understand as soon as you see his resume and hear some of his stories.  Even SOCOM recognized him as a legend after retirement by presenting him with the Bull Simmons Award.  Chief conducted unconventional warefare and irregular warfare operations starting back in Vietnam and continued to pave the way for SOCOM to be what it is today.  Ones Ready, Special Tactics, AFSOC, nor SOCOM would be what it is today with out Chief Lampe.  The podcast is a way for us to give back, serve each one of you, and build our community up with the most educated and well-train members.  Please enjoy the episode and give us your feedback. If you liked it and feel so inclined, please leave us a review.  If we didn't answer your questions, please let us know, and thank you for your support!Want to watch this episode on Youtube? https://www.youtube.com/OnesReadyHave a question?  Email us at info@onesready.comFollow us on Instagram @onesreadyFollow us on YoutubeFollow us on FacebookCollabs:Alpha Brew Coffee Company - Promo Code:  ONESREADYTrench Coffee Company - Promo Code:  ONESREADYEberlestock - Promo Code:  OR10Hoist - Promo Code:  ONESREADYStrike Force Energy - Promo Code:  ONESREADYCardoMax - Promo Code:  ONESREADYOut of Regs Pomade - Promo Code:  ONESREADY18A Fitness - Promo Code:  1ReadyATAC Fitness - Promo Code: ONESREADY

SOFcast co-host and Command Senior Enlisted Leader for US Special Operations Command; Greg Smith shares his journey through the US Air Force and Special Operations. From operating out of hangars in Pakistan days after 9/11 and battling Leukemia, to becoming the senior enlisted leader in USSOCOM, CCM Greg Smtih shares the ups and downs of a spectacular 32-year career.

In the latest episode of the Froglogic Podcast, David 'Rut'Rutherford welcomes an incredible human being to the show. Join Rut and Steve Nesbit, a former Air Force Special Operations Tier One Operator and combat veteran. Steve shares his incredible story about overcoming the loss of his close friend and the loss of his career as a result of Operator Syndrome. His story is beyond inspiring and it doesn't end there. He also describes his latest Mission starting a Veteran non profit that helps vets and first responders recover from the unrelenting intensity of service. Please join us to explore the human condition in our quest to understand how we as individual's and teams, succeed and fail in the most extreme environments imaginable. Also check out his website at www.shieldsandstripes.org --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/froglogic-podcast/support

Today's Story: Final Turn for the Doolittle Raiders

Listen to AFSOC historians discuss the early history of Hurlburt Field and AFSOC, as well as some funny, serious and patriotic stories about this elite group known as the Air Commandos. Learn more about Okaloosa County services at myokaloosaa.com

So, you wanna live the life? I'm hearing "be a PJ" - what an honor to sit down with Mr. Aaron Love to learn about his tenure as a PJ in the USAF. This episode was a lot of fun, learning about what drove him down the military path, what connected him to the PJ world, the motivation behind it, as well as a brief look into the life. We also look at resources to break down misinformation about the AFSOC world and how to get plugged in. @amlove212000 https://onesready.com/ @the.vanguard.project Sponsors: Eberlestock - call Tucker at the Retail Store (208) 424-5081 Black Rifle Coffee // code 'VANGUARD' 20% off Mountain Primal Meat Co. // code 'VANGUARD' for 15% off Bravo Concealment // code: 'TheVanguard10'

Lieutenant-Colonel Rob Marshall is a United States Air Force pilot who has spent much of his career in the Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC). The command's units are composed of highly trained, rapidly deployable airmen who are equipped with specialized aircraft to conduct special operations missions around the globe.In this episode the Colonel shares his memories of flying the MC-130P Combat Shadow, an aircraft that he calls the "Jeep of the Sky". You'll hear about standard Air Force training, and how AFSOC trains, which is amongst the most demanding in the military.You'll hear examples of how the AFSOC community excels in special tactics like flying low and dirty, often with little or no support. The Colonel speaks about some of the harrowing experiences he's had in various parts of the world, both in joint combined exercises and in combat.Please share, like and follow us, because you won't want to miss any future episodes, especially when the Colonel will share his experiences of flying the AFSOC CV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft.Thank you LtCol Marshall for sharing your story with us!Go Bold!

Sgts. Janiqua Robinson and Sara Voigt interview AFSOC commander and special operations lifer Lt. Gen. James Slife to discuss new technologies, capabilities and priorities as the United States shifts focus from decades of conflict in Afghanistan, Iraq and the War on Terror to countering peer adversaries; Russia and China.

In this episode, the commander of Air Force Special Operations Command, the CODEMANDOS, a 3-D printing guru and the director of the HSU Innovation Institute tell us about the current projects and accomplishments Airmen on the road to accelerate change.

Started this week with the ongoing drama between Russia and Ukraine, with Russian hackers taking over Ukraine government websites. Then it was more AFSOC fallout over the female trainee, Tonga volcano eruption, Iraq US embassy rocket attack, the ridiculous voting non-issue, Bronx fire kills 17, and a former ballet dancer in the UK on cocaine pleasures self at an intersection in London. Music: Bernard Lavilliers/"Traffic"

Irregular warfare is executed across all domains. In the air, the responsibility for IW falls to Air Force Special Operations Command. Today, the command stands at an inflection point in which it must prepare to compete against great powers while continuing the fight against violent extremist organizations. How must AFSOC change in order to meet divergent demands for specialized airpower? This episode featured a conversation with two guests who address that question: Lt. Gen. James C. Slife, commander of AFSOC, and Dr. Richard Norton, a retired Air Force officer and adjunct professor at the Joint Special Operations University. Intro music: "Unsilenced" by Ketsa Outro music: "Launch" by Ketsa CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

The first podcast of 2022 started with the news I helped spread this week of an AFSCO whistleblower memo alleging wildly favorable treatment to a female officer combat control candidate and the chaos it has unleashed within the Special Tactics community. Then it was the India temple stampede, the North Korean defector who changed his mind, a new product to help premature ejaculation, old man falls to his death in a volcano, and an old guy in Korea killed an employee by jamming a 70cm stick into his rectum. Music: Daggers/"We Came As Romans"

On this episode of the Ones Ready podcast we sit down with the Air Force Special Operations Command Senior Enlisted Leader, Command Chief Corey Olson.  Chief Olson has spent over thirty years in the USAF and most of it in Special Operations.  He is a loadmaster by trade, but has experience at every echelon within AFSOC.  During our sit down he talks about where AFSOC has been and where it will be in the future, he hits at changes coming to AFSW, but since it's in its infancy stages doesn't go too far into it, and then just raps with the guys about AFSOC stuff.  The podcast is a way for us to give back, serve each one of you, and build our community up with the most educated and well-train members.  Please enjoy the episode and give us your feedback. If you liked it and feel so inclined, please leave us a review.  If we didn't answer your questions, please let us know, and thank you for your support!Want to watch this episode on Youtube? https://youtu.be/N5htNhlD4dwNeed the show notes? onesready.com/episode/101Have a question?  Email us at info@onesready.comFollow us on Instagram @onesreadyFollow us on YoutubeFollow us on FacebookCollabs:Alpha Brew Coffee Company - Promo Code:  ONESREADYTrench Coffee Company - Promo Code:  ONESREADYEberlestock - Promo Code:  OR10Hoist - Promo Code:  ONESREADYStrike Force Energy - Promo Code:  ONESREADYCardoMax - Promo Code:  ONESREADYOut of Regs Pomade - Promo Code:  ONESREADY

Links1. “A Japanese Seaplane Could be the Difference Maker for the U.S. Military,” by David Alman, War on the Rocks, November 4, 2021.2. “Bring Back the Seaplane,” by David Alman, War on the Rocks, July 1, 2020.3. “Extend Air Wing Range with Seaplane Tankers,” by David Alman, USNI Proceedings, May 2021.4. “Seaplanes go to War: The Role Seaplanes Played During WWII,” by David Alman, USNI Proceedings, August 2021.5. “From Sea to Sky,” by David Alman, CIMSEC (December 10, 2019).6. “Give Amphibians a Second Look,” by Walker Mills and Dylan Phillips-Levine, USNI Proceedings, December 2020.7. War Plan Orange: The US Strategy to Defeat Japan, 1897-1945, by Edward S. Miller, Naval Institute Press 2007.8. “Implementing Expeditionary ASW,” by Walker Mills, Dylan Phillips-Levine, Trevor Phillips-Levine and Collin Fox, USNI Proceedings, April 2021.9. “AFSOC plans to demo amphibious MC-130J by end of next year, commander says,” by Leila Barghouty, Defense News, September 20, 2021.10. “Air Force special operations general visits Japan to gain insight on seaplanes,” by Jonathan Snyder, Stars and Stripes, November 10, 2021.11. “DARPA Requests Information for Wing-In-Ground Effect Aircraft for the US Military,” by Peter Ong, Naval News, August 24, 2021.12. “Modern Sea Monsters: Revisiting Wing-in-Ground Effect Aircraft for the Next Fight,” by Walker Mills, Joshua Taylor and Dylan Phillips-Levine, USNI Proceedings, September 2020.

The Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, SEAC Ramón Colón-López, joins SOFcast to talk about the role of SOF in Great Power Competition, getting the record straight on diversity in the ranks, and what he's doing to preserve the mission of special operations at the highest levels of decision-making. SEAC Ramón Colón-López is the 4th Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman and a USAF Pararescueman.

Listen in as we talk to Mr. Rob Brault from the Air Force Special Operations Command Globally Separated Unit (AFSOC GSU) over near Fort Bragg, NC. There are some very unique, fast-paced assignments going on that require the right people for the job. If you're interested, reach out to his team!

Dr Lim from SKRATCH LABS talks about overtraining. This is an insidious syndrome from doing too much and not recovering enough. It is complex, can take 2-4 weeks to recover from, and is all too common. Avoiding overtraining along with reducing injuries from training is one of the reasons we need coaches, very few people can coach themselves when training hard and operating harder! THAT OTHERS MAY LIVE

Although they barely knew each other, when Scott Light heard that fellow air commando Brian Kimber needed a kidney, he answered the call. CCM Greg Smith and SGM Matt Parrish talk with Scott and Brian about what it's like to find out you have a disease that won't just end your career but could end your life, and how discovering a donor match would lead to a new lease on life for both of them.

The unbelievable story of how one rescue attempt made this group of Air Force and Army Special Operations feel like they made a difference.In 2001 there was an assassination attempt against then acting President of Afghanistan, President Karzai.  His PSD (Personal Security Detail) were U.S. Navy SEALS. One of the SEALS was shot in the head – and this is the real-life story of the rescue – Told by retired (AFSOC, Air Force Special Operations Command) helicopter pilot Bryan Martyn.  Bryan Martyn was the Mission Commander. This short clip represents the power, courage and professionalism of our United States Military and AFSOC.  The ability to change missions at a moment's notice and execute the flying and rescue aspect of this mission speaks to the training and expertise of members of this unit. BEST QUOTES“Ok, go get the helicopters ready. We got a “lat/long”, we looked at the satellite image, and thought “where can we land in Kandahar” …. Subscribe and Follow The David Johnson Show atApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-david-johnson-show-the-veteran-talk-show/id1524541240Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0hUKQFy0eEwxt8wpS30pwtAudible: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-David-Johnson-Show-Podcast/B08JJNYTGZAll other platforms at The David Johnson Show: https://thedavidjohnsonshow.com

Today's Story: Humanitarian Efforts in Haiti

For SOFcast's season finale, we take your “Shots from the Field” questions straight to the top of SOCOM's chain of command, General Richard D. Clarke, USSOCOM's Commanding General. CCM Smith, SGM Parrish and General Clarke discuss the evolving mission of SOF, the unique challenges of SOCOM leadership, and how the command is working towards a more robust and lethal force. Subscribe today and leave us a review!

While on active duty, Tony rose to the level of Pararescue Functional Manager of Air Combat Command, overseeing policy, manpower, and readiness. Supported over 700 Pararescuemen across seven major commands to support Combined Joint Task Forces in the Horn of Africa, Afghanistan, and Iraq. His expertise is in combat and training programs, career development and budget management. A two-time Bronze Star and Purple Heart recipient, Tony’s work as an operator with Joint Special Operations Command saw him overseeing some of the most critical and strategic missions in our War on Terror from 2000 to 2006. ______________ If you enjoy our content and you want to help support our show, visit https://www.patreon.com/join/Mentors4mil to become a donor of our podcast for as little as $2. Support a veteran owned business at www.veteranownedus.com today! Follow Mentors for Military: Tribal App: https://appv2.tribalapp.com/groups/mentors-for-military-podcast-aka-mentors4mil/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentors4mil Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/mentors4mil Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/mentors4mil Homepage: http://www.mentorsformilitary.com

Join Iowa Senator Joni Ernst with Senior Enlisted Leader CMSgt Greg Smith and Green Beret SGM Matt Parrish as they discuss a range of topics like motivation for service, leadership, and navigating the challenges of being a female commander in combat. Senator Ernst is the Senate's first female combat veteran, on the Senate Armed Services Committee, and is a strong advocate for the military. She discusses how she still uses the military decision-making process in her personal and professional life. Additionally, she explains her connection to the Ranger Regiment and her work focusing on the health and resiliency of the Warrior and their families. We know you'll enjoy hearing this important conversation about leadership and the well-being of Special Operations Forces.

In this episode of the Ones Ready podcast we have a guest with a skill set that many of you have been waiting on, Justin who is an Air Force Special Operations Command Combat Aviation Advisor (CAA) with the 6th SOS. To date there is little information about what CAA's do in AFSOC, but this episode should shed some light on the topic. Justin covers a bunch of different topics from what the mission of the 6th SOS is to how Active Duty Airmen can become CAA's, how Assessment and Selection works, everyone's favorite "day in the life of" question, and then Justine wraps it up with the an elevator pitch with advice to aspiring CAAs. Please enjoy the episode and give us your feedback. If you liked it and feel so inclined, please leave us a review. If we didn’t answer your questions, please let us know, and thank you for your support!Want to watch this episode on Youtube? https://youtu.be/Tk8S6cKCmFQNeed the show notes? onesready.com/episode/65Have a question? Email us at info@onesready.comFollow us on Instagram @onesreadyFollow us on YoutubeFollow us on Facebook

Do we need to fail forward as part of innovation? Is AFSOC the air arm of SOCOM or the SOF arm of the Air Force? Join SOFWERX director and retired MC-130 pilot Air Force Col. Leslie Babich with Senior Enlisted Leader CMSgt Greg Smith and Green Beret SGM Matt Parrish as they discuss SOFWERX's mission of being a bridge for bringing industry-leading innovation to the warfighter.Leslie explains the three pillars of SOFWERX's teamwork strategy; discovering new technology, engage and create solutions between industry and the warfighter, and accelerate the delivery of the technology to the operator. Additionally, she discusses transition strategies from military to civilian life. We know you'll enjoy hearing this conversation about bringing cutting edge technology to the special operator.

Lt Gen James C. Slife, Commander of Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC), joins us on Aerospace Nation. In the face of threats from a broad range of competitors, the demand for AFSOC capabilities and capacity is pronounced. Gen Slife is responsible for developing those forces to have the skills, resiliency, and relevance they need to compete and win across the spectrum of modern global competitions. Join us as we discuss AFSOC's priorities for the year, the development of emerging technologies for special operations, and the implementation of AFSOC's Strategic Guidance.

Today's Story: A Tribute to Persistence

Do you remember where you were and what you were doing in the weeks following 9/11?  In October of 2001, Will Markham, one of the first Americans deployed into combat for the Global War on Terrorism, touched down in Afghanistan attached to a small Special Forces team. Listen to his first-hand account of how a joint team of adaptive special operators battled the Taliban.   CMSgt (Ret) Will Markham served an incredible career as an Air Force Combat Controller and Senior Enlisted Leader, but he also continues to serve the community post-retirement.  He discusses what brought him to military service, then to special operations, and what motivates him to continue to serve others daily.  We know you'll enjoy hearing his lessons learned, leadership ethos, and thoughts on mentorship and growth throughout this episode. Thanks for listening and please like, subscribe, and review! Let us know in the comments who you'd like to hear from in future episodes! _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ SOFcast is the U.S. Special Operations Command official podcast where we harness the power of storytelling to connect you directly to thought-provoking and unique perspectives from our force. Listen to members of America's elite special operations forces gather to discuss current issues. We believe that leadership is critically important at all levels, throughout every element of SOF and that leadership can be honed through hearing and understanding the trials and triumphs of others. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ #specialoperations #specialforces #military #sof #army #navy #marines #airforce #navyseal #sealteam #frogman #greenberet #ranger #marsoc #operator #tactical #theonlyeasydaywasyesterday #podcast

Health can be defined in many ways, but generally refers to the balance between mind, body, and emotions.⁣ ⁣ If one of these is out of order, that means that, firstly, you are not totally healthy, and secondly you are not completely happy.⁣ ⁣ Resilient people always seek to offer the best version of themselves in every aspect of their life, so you will need to be healthy, strong, and fulfilled to reach this version of yourself.⁣ ⁣ Keep in mind that emotional and physical resilience gives you strength, mental and physical strength makes you healthy, mental, and emotional resilience makes you feel happy and fulfilled.⁣ ⁣ To have a healthy mind we must keep in mind and practice these things:⁣ ⁣ Clear your mind. This refers to freeing it from one thought after another. For this, Jairek recommends doing breathing exercises and taking a bath with cold water. Sit for three minutes in the shower. Open the tap and let the water run over you, with this is guaranteed to leave your mind free of all thoughts.⁣ ⁣ Calm your mind and keep it focused. Many times we are in a work meeting or playing with our children and our mind has a whole hurricane inside it, thinking of thousands of things at the same time, which causes us to lose focus.⁣ Jairek invites you to apply these exercises:⁣ ➤ To calm your mind: Inhale for 4 seconds and exhale for 4 seconds, inhale again for 4 seconds⁣ and exhale for 4 seconds. Practice it for 3 to 5 minutes.⁣ ➤ To maintain focus: Inhale for 4 seconds, but this time exhales for 2 seconds, inhale again for 4⁣ seconds, and exhale for 2 seconds. Practice it for 3 to 5 minutes.⁣ These are the tools that Jairek Robbins leaves us in this episode.⁣ Jairek Robbins, performance coach and motivational speaker, graduated from the University of⁣ San Diego. Has been coaching business owners, teams, and individuals for over a decade to⁣ achieve world-class results in work and life through his personal⁣ Coaching. Jairek has delivered training and speeches to millions of people worldwide, speaking to businesses and organizations including, Ameriprise Financial, Harvard University, Leadership Conference, United States Air Force, AFSOC, Century 21, BMW, United States Marine Corps, etc.⁣ ⁣ Founder of the Jairek Robbins Companies and later started Rapid Results Retreat, wrote a book entitled: Live It: Achieve Success by Living with Purpose.⁣ ⁣ If you want to achieve a stronger and healthier mind, stay until the end of this podcast that is undoubtedly an explosion of greatness and, remembers:⁣ ⁣ Learn it, Live it, Give it⁣ - Jairek Robbins.⁣ ⁣ In this episode, we explore:⁣ ⁣ 1) How to maintain the best version of you.⁣ 2) The 3 elements of a healthy mind⁣ 3) How to clear and focus your mind.⁣ 4) How to get your second mountain.⁣ ⁣ Connect with Jairek Robbins:⁣ ⁣ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jairekrobbi⁣ Facebook: https://es-la.facebook.com/JairekRobbinsCompanies/⁣ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jairekrobbins/⁣ Podcast: http://bit.ly/Jairek_Robbins_Podcast⁣ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jairekrobbins⁣ Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/JairekR⁣ Personal Website: https://jairekrobbins.com⁣ ⁣ Hit me up on social media and say hi!⁣ ⁣ Youtube: https://bit.ly/35nJ0uV⁣ Podcast: https://ericbalance.com/podcast/⁣ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericbalance/⁣ Facebook...

Global SOF has launched "SOF Stories: Live!" These are monthly events with current and former SOF operators focused on different topics, and as the name implies, they occur LIVE. But we also record them so if you miss the live event, the stories can continue to be shared and spread on our other platforms.This episode's topic was "The Immediate Aftermath of 9/11," which focused on the chaos after the attacks through several current and former AFSOC operators:- Col. (Ret) Matthew Atkins- Maj. Gen. (Ret) Michael Kingsley- Command CCM Greg Smith- Moderator: CMSgt (Ret) Randy AndersonWatch the Event Video:https://youtu.be/UZeH2hSSmckGlobal SOF Partner Highlight: Comtech Systemshttps://comtechsystems.com/Support the show (https://gsof.org/individual-membership/)

Hey listeners, welcome back! As you all know, America has been in one of the longest wars in our history. Since 911, we’ve had over 2.5 million service members in those conflicts in the Middle East with many soldiers returning home with devastating injuries. The signature wound of war has been dubbed PTSD but many have come home with traumatic brain injuries which in the long term has been a critical issue with servicemembers reintegrating back into civilian life. Are you a spouse or caregiver of a veteran who requires assistance but feel as though you need support too? Well we gotcha covered...today’s guest is Dan Arnold with Operation Family Caregiver which helps the families of returning service members and veterans by teaching them the skills they need to manage their challenges as they adjust to their “new Normal”. Guest Daniel Arnold married with four children. He is a 22 1/2-year Air Force Veteran from June 1984 – Jan 2007, retired in 2007 at the rank of MSgt, then after that for the next 10 years hw was a Military spouse following his wife around until she retired in 2017. Currently he works at Veterans One Stop Center, as a Military Family Caregiver Coach, where he works directly with Caregivers to our Veterans, to ensure that Military Family Caregivers are taking care of themselves so they can provide the best possible care for our Veterans. During his time in the service he was given a substantial amount of medical training as an enlisted member. He obtained my emergency medical certifications at the Basic, Intermediate, and Paramedic levels. He was trained as an Independent Duty Medical Technician, and as a Special Operation Forces Medical Element he was lucky enough to attend medical training at the Special Operation Combat Medic (SOCM) course at Fort Bragg. He was also trained as an Independent Duty Medical Technician. He deployed to OEF/OIF multiple times and have completed numerous Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) specific missions in Bosnia, Africa, South America, and Southwest Asia. At the end of his military career he was the ASFOC Career Field Manager for Enlisted Medical personnel, Senior AFSOC Medic, and represented AFSOC and the Air Force in developing the Tactical Combat Casualty Care training criteria for Special Operation Medics. During his time as a Military Spouse he was lucky enough to continue serving by working as a Military Educational Specialist while stationed overseas. He started working at The Veteran One-stop of WNY where he completed training as a Military Caregiver Coach in May 2018, through the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregiving. Currently they partner with the Rosalyn Carter Institute and he serves our Military Veteran Caregivers here in Buffalo and the Northeastern United States. He also helps run a Veteran Peer support program through the PFC Joseph P Dwyer Program at the Veterans One-stop Center of WNY.

Began this week with an overview of the US states beginning to reopen, and talk a bit about NY still undercounting nursing home deaths. Plus the Taliban reaches new heights in barbarism in slaying mothers and newborn babies, the absurdity of AFSOC saying they'll move away from physical performance in assessing candidates, NFL players accused of armed robbery, and a guy in Australia is trying to blackmail his ex by posting video of her having sex with his dog. Music: Deadmau5/"Not Exactly"

You are what you eat, but can you eat to become who you want to be? What's a POTFF? A Preservation of the Force and Family specialists. Today the Pulse team sits down with a couple members from the POTFF team and discuss what we eat and the difference between diet and nutrition. The POTFF program is a Special Operations Command initiative, executed throughout Air Force Special Operations Command, focusing on enhancing resiliency skills of Air Commandos and their families. It's charged with building and implementing a holistic approach to wellness while addressing the impact of the force on families. This helps to maintain and improve readiness, operational efficiency, and the immediate and long-term well-being of this AFSOC institution. Recorded at Cannon AFB, New Mexico PULSE is designed to provide you with honest and productive conversations about a variety of topics – from fitness to leadership, how to bounce back from pitfalls, and keep effective habits; all in an effort to aid you, and us in a journey toward becoming a better version of ourselves. The views expressed within this podcast are those of the speaker(s) and do not necessarily represent the views of the DoD or its Components.

What's a POTFF? A Preservation of the Force and Family specialists. Today the Pulse team sits down with a few members from the POTFF team and discuss some things we should keep in mind while staying indoors. The POTFF program is a Special Operations Command initiative, executed throughout Air Force Special Operations Command, focusing on enhancing resiliency skills of Air Commandos and their families. It's charged with building and implementing a holistic approach to wellness while addressing the impact of the force on families. This helps to maintain and improve readiness, operational efficiency, and the immediate and long-term well-being of this AFSOC institution. Recorded at Cannon AFB, New Mexico PULSE is designed to provide you with honest and productive conversations about a variety of topics – from fitness to leadership, how to bounce back from pitfalls, and keep effective habits; all in an effort to aid you, and us in a journey toward becoming a better version of ourselves. The views expressed within this podcast are those of the speaker(s) and do not necessarily represent the views of the DoD or its Components.

In this episode we are pleased to have a talk (via Skype) with Air Force Special Operations Command Chief Cory M. Olson. PULSE is designed to provide you with real, honest, productive and caring conversations about a variety of topics – from fitness to leadership, resilience and effective habits; all in an effort to aid you in your journey toward becoming a better version of yourself. The views expressed within this podcast are those of the speaker(s) and do not necessarily represent the views of the DoD or its Components.

CPT. David "Bender" Benes is an MC-130J Commando II pilot for AFSOC and a rated Instructor Pilot with over 1400 hours. Join us as he talks about his experiences coming up originally as a fighter pilot all the way through the F-22 program to his transition over to "heavies" in support of Special Operations Forces around the globe. Later in the episode, we discuss the complexities of military training for a future war with our current processes in place.Be sure to rate our show, share our IG with your friends, and leave us a comment!@thepilotsloungewww.pilotsloungepodcast.Presented By Brotallion@Brotallionwww.brotallion.com

Lieutenant Colonel Bishop was commissioned in 1996 as a graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy. During his 22 years of active-duty service as a bioenvironmental engineer, he served as an Air Staff officer, element chief, flight and squadron commander, executive officer, Air Force Fellow and MAJCOM staff officer. He has held numerous positions including: installation Crisis Action Team director, installation radiation safety officer; consultant to wing Emergency Operation Centers; consultant for environmental, safety and occupational health committees and MAJCOM/installation readiness/force protection/threat working groups; and functional consultant to the Air Force Surgeon General, AMC, AFSOC and Seventh Air Force Surgeon General. Share a story: SrA Littrell and his willingness to volunteer to stay longer in Kuwait. That is when I knew you were always going to be successful in life because you were willing to sacrifice for your fellow airmen. Great assignment – Each one afforded me the chance to work with some amazing people across all of the services. The greatest lesson learned was the importance of service to others (servant leadership). If you genuinely care for your fellow soldier, sailor, airman, marine or coastie, then you will gain the trust and respect of others and your unit will benefit from everyone's success. When you are willing to sacrifice for others, then we will know that you are attempting to make the best decision for your organization. In the end, you will walk away from your military service with very few regrets.

Lieutenant Colonel Bishop was commissioned in 1996 as a graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy. During his 22 years of active-duty service as a bioenvironmental engineer, he served as an Air Staff officer, element chief, flight and squadron commander, executive officer, Air Force Fellow and MAJCOM staff officer. He has held numerous positions including: installation Crisis Action Team director, installation radiation safety officer; consultant to wing Emergency Operation Centers; consultant for environmental, safety and occupational health committees and MAJCOM/installation readiness/force protection/threat working groups; and functional consultant to the Air Force Surgeon General, AMC, AFSOC and Seventh Air Force Surgeon General. Share a story: SrA Littrell and his willingness to volunteer to stay longer in Kuwait. That is when I knew you were always going to be successful in life because you were willing to sacrifice for your fellow airmen. Great assignment – Each one afforded me the chance to work with some amazing people across all of the services. The greatest lesson learned was the importance of service to others (servant leadership). If you genuinely care for your fellow soldier, sailor, airman, marine or coastie, then you will gain the trust and respect of others and your unit will benefit from everyone’s success. When you are willing to sacrifice for others, then we will know that you are attempting to make the best decision for your organization. In the end, you will walk away from your military service with very few regrets.

Lieutenant Colonel Bishop was commissioned in 1996 as a graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy. During his 22 years of active-duty service as a bioenvironmental engineer, he served as an Air Staff officer, element chief, flight and squadron commander, executive officer, Air Force Fellow and MAJCOM staff officer. He has held numerous positions including: installation Crisis Action Team director, installation radiation safety officer; consultant to wing Emergency Operation Centers; consultant for environmental, safety and occupational health committees and MAJCOM/installation readiness/force protection/threat working groups; and functional consultant to the Air Force Surgeon General, AMC, AFSOC and Seventh Air Force Surgeon General. Share a story: SrA Littrell and his willingness to volunteer to stay longer in Kuwait. That is when I knew you were always going to be successful in life because you were willing to sacrifice for your fellow airmen. Great assignment – Each one afforded me the chance to work with some amazing people across all of the services. The greatest lesson learned was the importance of service to others (servant leadership). If you genuinely care for your fellow soldier, sailor, airman, marine or coastie, then you will gain the trust and respect of others and your unit will benefit from everyone’s success. When you are willing to sacrifice for others, then we will know that you are attempting to make the best decision for your organization. In the end, you will walk away from your military service with very few regrets.

Jairek Robbins has been coaching business owners, teams and individuals for over a decade to achieve world class results in work and life through his personal coaching. His coaching has helped them make more money (while working less!), lose weight, have more passion in their relationships and more focus and energy than ever before. He has delivered trainings and speeches to millions of people worldwide, speaking to businesses and organizations including, Ameriprise Financial, Harvard University, Leadership Conference, United States Air Force, AFSOC, Century 21, Tampa Bay Rays (Major League Baseball), BMW, United States Marine Corps, United States Olympic Team. Jairek’s commitment to bettering humanity and himself began at an early age and was acknowledged with a Congressional Award - Gold Medal. He was awarded the highest honor for accomplishing over 400 hours of community service, 200 hours of personal development, 200 hours dedicated to physical fitness (he ran 2 marathons) and living overseas for an extended period (he lived in Uganda for 4 months volunteering) all within just 24 months. He accomplished all of this before the age of 24. A funny part of the episode is Jairek describing his dad's "gentle" way of teaching him to ski.    Follow Jairek On Social www.JairekRobbins.com www.PerformanceCoachUniversity.com Twitter (@Username): @JairekRobbins Facebook Page https://Facebook.com/JairekRobbinsCompanies Instagram (@Username): https://instagram.com/JairekRobbins Coaching Course: www.HighPerformancekw.com   ======================  Request to Join the FREE Meredith Atwood Community & Coaching https://meredith-atwood-coaching.mn.co/ ======================  Buy Meredith’s Books: The Year of No Nonsense https://amzn.to/3su5qWp Triathlon for the Every Woman: https://amzn.to/3nOkjiH =======================   Follow Meredith Atwood & The Podcast on Social: Web: http://www.swimbikemom.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/swimbikemom   =======================  Want to Connect?  Email: same24hourspodcast@gmail.com =======================  Credits: Host & Production: Meredith Atwood Intro: Carl Stover Music Copyright 2017-2020, 2021 All Rights Reserved, Meredith Atwood, LLC

The 123d STS Human Performance Team Discuss Heat Related Illnesses with Special Guest MSgT Mark Wilson, IDMT for the 123 Special Tactics Squadron, Louisville KY

Jairek Robbins is a performance coach and bestselling author. Jairek has delivered trainings and speeches to millions of people worldwide, speaking to businesses and organizations including, Ameriprise Financial, Harvard University, Leadership Conference, United States Air Force, AFSOC, Century 21, Tampa Bay Rays (Major League Baseball), BMW, United States Marine Corps, United States Olympic Team.   Jairek's #1 Bestselling Book, “LIVE IT!” received raving reviews by Deepak Chopra, Brian Tracy and many others.   He is featured on Business Insider, Forbes, Entrepreneur, The Huffington Post, TED, and Fast Company.   He also hosts a podcast called "Learn It Live It Give It."   If you enjoyed this episode, please consider to rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 60 seconds and it really makes a difference. Rate, review, and subscribe at HardyHaberland.com/iTunes.

Jairek Robbins is a performance coach and bestselling author. Jairek has delivered trainings and speeches to millions of people worldwide, speaking to businesses and organizations including, Ameriprise Financial, Harvard University, Leadership Conference, United States Air Force, AFSOC, Century 21, Tampa Bay Rays (Major League Baseball), BMW, United States Marine Corps, United States Olympic Team.   Jairek's #1 Bestselling Book, “LIVE IT!” received raving reviews by Deepak Chopra, Brian Tracy and many others.   He is featured on Business Insider, Forbes, Entrepreneur, The Huffington Post, TED, and Fast Company.   He also hosts a podcast called "Learn It Live It Give It."   Brought to you by Haberland Group (HaberlandGroup.com) and Hardy Haberland's Programs (HardyHaberland.com).   This podcast is brought to you by Haberland Group. Haberland Group is a global provider of marketing solutions. With multidisciplinary teams in major world markets, our holding companies specialize in advertising, branding, communications planning, digital marketing, media, podcasting, public relations, as well as specialty marketing. If you are looking for a world-class partner to work on marketing programs, go to HaberlandGroup.com and contact us.   This podcast is also brought to you by Hardy Haberland's Programs. Hardy provides educational programs for high performers who want world-class achievement, true fulfillment, and lasting transformation in their lives. He also provides consulting for established brands and businesses that have generated a minimum of $3 million in annual sales. If you need a catalyst for transformation and a strategist for success at the highest level, go to HardyHaberland.com and apply.   If you enjoyed this episode, please consider to rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 60 seconds and it really makes a difference. Rate, review, and subscribe at HardyHaberland.com/iTunes.

Today's story: Secretary of the Air Force Deputy Chief Information Officer, William Marion shared the soon-to-come changes to the Air Force's Cyber community at a Cyber Personnel all-call at Hurlburt Field, Florida.

Today's stories: Two Airmen within Air Force Special Operations Command were selected to compete with the USA Bobsled team. Also, FYI has information to help Airmen understand their retirement options.

Today's story: Special tactics Airman Staff Sergeant Dylan Elchin was killed after his vehicle hit an improvised explosive device in Afghanistan.

AFSOC Commander Lt. Gen. Brad Webb addressed a crowd at the American Legion Post 235 in Fort Walton Beach.

What is it like to be a Religious Affairs Airman in Air Force Special Operations Command? Chaplain Boarts and MSgt Dilley interview two AFSOC Religious Affairs Airmen to find out. (Note--the audio sounds a little different as we used a teleconference app for this one!)If you are a Religious Affairs Airman and would like more information about submitting a package to be assigned to a Special Tactics billet, please look up the RST at the 24th Special Operations Wing HC office which is located at Hurlburt Field. That RST is currently Ch, Maj James Hendrick and MSgt John McClean.If you are an Airman looking to cross train as a Religious Affairs Airman or a civilian interested in joining the Air Force as a Religious Affairs Airman, please send us an email--our email address is in our podcast information. You can also find us on Facebook by searching for Air Force Chaplain Corps.

What is it like to be a Religious Affairs Airman in Air Force Special Operations Command? Chaplain Boarts and MSgt Dilley interview two AFSOC Religious Affairs Airmen to find out. (Note--the audio sounds a little different as we used a

The premiere episode of the new "How It's Done" series for Cannon AFB. This episode features parts of the CV-22 and how they help the aircraft fly.

Air Force Special Operations Command historian Herbert A. Mason Jr. discusses the "Contributions USAF Special Operations Forces Have Made to the Development of Air and Space Power, 1942 to 2012."

Over the last decade there has been an unprecedented increase in Special Operations around the world. This video showcases the dynamic mission of the Air Force Special Operations Command. Video by 2nd Combat Camera Squadron.

Air Force Special Operations Command historian Herbert A. Mason Jr. discusses the "Contributions USAF Special Operations Forces Have Made to the Development of Air and Space Power, 1942 to 2012."