Podcasts about basic combat training

In episode 27,  we take you behind the scenes of one of the Army's most critical missions—bringing top medical talent into the force. Join us as we sit down with CPT Ryan Harakel, a current Army Healthcare Recruiter, to learn what it takes to connect passionate professionals with purpose-driven careers in Army Medicine.CPT Ryan M. Harakel currently serves as the Army Medical Department (AMEDD) Officer in Charge at the Portland, Maine Medical Recruiting Station. A native of Little Falls, Minnesota, he began his Army career in 2003, completing Basic Combat Training at Fort Sill and AIT at Joint Base San Antonio, earning the MOS 68P (Radiology Specialist). In 2017, he commissioned into the Medical Service Corps as a 70B (Health Services Administration Officer).His leadership and operational assignments include Officer in Charge at Portland ME Medical Recruiting Station; HHC Commander, Mobilization & Missions Officer, and Executive Officer with the 7456 Medical Operation Readiness Unit in Des Moines, IA. As an enlisted leader, he served in multiple platoon sergeant and readiness roles across the U.S., including at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Camp Shelby, and Rochester, MN.CPT Harakel holds a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences from Mercy College of Health Sciences. His professional military education includes the AMEDD Captains Career Course, Health Care Recruiter Course, Master Fitness Trainer Course, OC/T Academy, AMEDD Senior Leaders Course, Air Assault School, and many others, reflecting his broad experience and commitment to readiness and training.His awards include the Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal (6 OLC), Army Achievement Medal (7 OLC), Meritorious Unit Citation, Iraq Campaign Medal (2 campaign stars), and multiple other decorations. He has earned the Gold Recruiter Badge, Air Assault Badge, and Norwegian Military Marching Badge.With over two decades of service, CPT Harakel brings deep experience in both enlisted and officer ranks, combining operational expertise with a passion for mentoring and building the future of Army Medicine through healthcare recruiting. Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are the guests and host's alone and do not reflect the official position of the Medical Service Corps, the Department of Defense, or the US Government. All information discussed is unclassified approved for public release and found on open cleared sources.For more episodes listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube @ Be All You Can Be MSC For more information, suggestions, or questions please contact: beallyoucanbemsc@gmail.com

The Joint Readiness Training Center is pleased to present the fifty-seventh episode to air on ‘The Crucible - The JRTC Experience.' Hosted by the Commander of Ops Group (COG), COL Matthew Hardman. Today's guest is the Commanding General of the Maneuver Center of Excellence, MG Curtis Buzzard.   The Maneuver Center of Excellence was established in September 2011 when the US Army Armor Center and School moved from Ft. Knox, KY to Ft. Benning, GA (now Ft. Moore) in addition to the US Army Infantry Center and School. Fort Moore supports more than 120,000 active-duty military, family members, reserve component soldiers, retirees and civilian employees on a daily basis. Established in 1918 as Camp Benning and in 1922 Camp Benning became Fort Benning. In 2023 the name was changed to honor LTG Hal Moore and his wife Julia Compton Moore.   In this episode we focus on training and leader development, an area that the Maneuver Center of Excellence (MCoE) specializes in as it offers over 60 courses, ranging from Basic Combat Training to Ranger School to the Maneuver Captain's Career Course (MCCC). We also discuss some of the modernization efforts being undertaken as the MCoE is the proponent for force modernization for brigade and below formations. Specifically discussed is the deliberate refocusing on brilliance of the basics of small unit tactics, seen especially during Infantry, armor, and cavalry soldiers' One Station Unit Training that combines basic training with advanced individual training for a twenty-two-week program. Over the last two years, MCoE has striven to incorporate emerging trends and technologies into their courses offered so that Soldiers and leaders alike are able to successfully fight and win any conflict that the US finds itself in tomorrow. This includes incorporating the employment of small UAS and basic EW capabilities into OSUT as well as having guest speakers from current ongoing conflicts at MCCC.   Part of S01 “The Leader's Laboratory” series.   For additional information and insights from this episode, please check-out our Instagram page @the_jrtc_crucible_podcast   Be sure to follow us on social media to keep up with the latest warfighting TTPs learned through the crucible that is the Joint Readiness Training Center.   Follow us by going to: https://linktr.ee/jrtc and then selecting your preferred podcast format.   Again, we'd like to thank our guests for participating. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and review us wherever you listen or watch your podcasts — and be sure to stay tuned for more in the near future.   “The Crucible – The JRTC Experience” is a product of the Joint Readiness Training Center.  

Every month new enlistees around the country begin Basic Combat Training. And while it's grueling and hard for them, it often also is for their parents at home in other ways. Dealing with a wide range of emotions can be difficult – especially for those with little-to-no knowledge of how the Army operates. Hosts LTG (Ret.) Leslie C. Smith and SMA (Ret.) Dan Dailey sit down with Air Force parent Hilari Luck, who oversees the new Our Community Salutes: Connect program, and Army parent Kim Norris, to discuss the emotions they went through – and are currently experiencing – as new military parents, how the Connect program is helping parents and enlistees, and how parking tickets led to both parents' children deciding to serve their country.   Guests: Kim Norris, New Army Parent Hilari Luck, Our Community Salutes: Connect   Donate: If you are interested in supporting AUSA's educational programs, such as this podcast, please visit www.ausa.org/donate. Feedback: How are we doing? Email us at podcast@ausa.org. Disclaimer: AUSA's Army Matters podcast primary purpose is to entertain. The podcast does not constitute advice or services. While guests are invited to listen, listeners please note that you are not being provided professional advice from the podcast or the guests. The views and opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the views of AUSA.

In this weeks episode we #spillthekofe with a drill sgt to talk about life on the trail. What to expect and the experiences that follow in Basic Combat Training. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kofeconfessions/support

LTG (R) Mark Hertling may be best known these days as a national security correspondent for CNN, where you'll often here him discussing the latest developments in Ukraine. But throughout his accomplished military career his interest in the health and fitness of soldiers was a major theme. His 2012 TED Talk "Obesity is a National Security Issue" has over three million views on YouTube, and is frequently cited in conversations about how obesity and lack of physical activity impact the readiness of our military. But we can trace his interest in fitness much earlier than that. He got his Masters in Kinesiology in 1984 before heading off to instruct in West Point's Department of Physical Education. Shortly after that assignment he wrote his 1987 CGSC thesis titled "Physical Training for the Modern Battlefield: Are we Tough Enough?" Ultimately, he applied much of this knowledge as TRADOC's Deputy Commander for Initial Military Training where he oversaw a major overhaul of the Army's Basic Combat Training. His involvement in these issues certainly didn't end when he took off the uniform, he went on to serve on the President's Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition, as well as serving on the board of Mission: Readiness. More recently he authored "Growing Physician Leaders" and he has held several leadership roles in the healthcare space. LTG Hertling's unique perspective on some of the topics we discuss here most often makes this episode particularly valuable. You'll hear about the challenges our leaders face, even at the highest levels, trying to make real change in how the military approaches fitness, nutrition, and health.

Combatives. Cocaine. Mob Violence. Basic Combat Training during the Bush years was...intense.

Two Drill Sergeants discuss how to properly get prepped for "Basic Combat Training." One way is halfrightfitness.com. This program also is tailored for the police academy, firefighters, fbi, and so much more. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Enlighten.Me/support

CSM Gerner shares his Army story, leadership lessons, and the most rewarding and challenging things about being a CSM. Command Sergeant Major Gerner enlisted in the U.S. Army from Burke, Virginia and graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Knox, KY and Advanced Individual Training in Military Occupational Specialty 25S- Satellite Communications Systems Operator/Maintainer, at Fort Gordon, GA in 1999.CSM Gerner has deployed to Africa as well as 5 combat deployments to Iraq and 8 combat deployments to Afghanistan. His previous assignments include, Team Chief & Node Leader, Alpha & Charlie Companies, 112th Signal Battalion (SPECIAL OPERATIONS) (AIRBORNE), Fort Bragg, NC; Signal Detachment Section Chief, Headquarters 75th Ranger Regiment, Fort Benning, GA; Platoon Sergeant & Operations NCO, Ranger Communications Company, 75th Ranger Special Troops Battalion, Fort Benning, GA; Echo Company First Sergeant & Rear Detachment First Sergeant, 1st Ranger Battalion, Hunter Army Airfield, GA; HHC First Sergeant & Operations Sergeant Major, 112th Signal Battalion (SPECIAL OPERATIONS) (AIRBORNE) Fort Bragg, NC; RS6 Sergeant Major, Headquarters, 75th Ranger Regiment, Fort Benning, GA; J6 Sergeant Major, Joint Task Force, Afghanistan; and Command Sergeant Major, 53rd Signal Battalion (SATELLITE CONTROL), Fort Carson, Colorado.CSM Gerner holds a Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts from Excelsior College and is pursuing a Master of Science in Strategic Leadership from the University of Charleston. His military education includes the Basic Airborne Course, Air Assault Course, Primary Leadership Development Course, Advanced Airborne (Jumpmaster) Course, Basic Noncommissioned Officer Course, Ranger Orientation Program, 75th Ranger Regiment Pre-Ranger Course, U.S. Army Ranger School, Advanced Noncommissioned Officer Course, Pathfinder Course, Senior Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education, First Sergeant Course, Ranger Assessment and Selection Program 2, Army Force Management Course, Joint Special Operations Forces Senior Enlisted Academy (Class 23), Sergeant Major Course (Modified), the Battalion Pre-Command Course, the Battalion CSM Develop Program, and the Army Space Cadre Course.CSM Gerner's awards and decorations include the Bronze Star medal with Oak Leaf Cluster, Meritorious Service Medal with three Oak Leaf Clusters, Joint Service Commendation Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster and C device, Army Commendation Medal with two Oak Leaf Clusters; the Joint Service Achievement Medal, the Army Achievement Medal, the Army Presidential Unit Citation, Meritorious Unit Citation with Oak Leaf Cluster, Army Good Conduct Medal (5th Award), the National Defense Service Medal, the Afghanistan Campaign Medal with 4 campaign stars, the Iraq Campaign Medal with 4 campaign stars, the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, the NCO Professional Development Ribbon with the numeral 5, the Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon with numeral 3, the NATO Service Medal, the Ranger Tab, the Combat Action Badge, the Pathfinder Badge, the Master Parachutist Badge, the Air Assault Badge, Army Basic Space Badge, the Driver/Mechanic's Badge, German, Italian, Venezuelan, and Royal Thai airborne wings, and he is a recipient of Regimental Signal Corps Association's Bronze Order of Mercury. MISSIONMission Statement: The 106th Signal Brigade directs and executes seamless communications and cyber readiness enabling mission command for our mission partners.Vision Statement: A trained, professional, and motivated team enabling mission command, protecting the network, and owning consequence management on the forefront of the Army's next generation network.Loading...

A long time coming. Finally was able to sit down with https://www.instagram.com/jc_glick31/ (JC Glick) and Zoom to Zoom with one of the great thinkers and writers at Havok Journal. What a blast. We have more laughs than you would think as we cover everything from the origins of his suicidal ideations to the policy failures in Afghanistan. JC Glick served in two Ranger Battalions as well as Regimental Headquarters and has over 7 years in the Ranger Regiment and over 7 and a half years (90 months) of command time with operational and combat deployments to Haiti, Bangladesh, Iraq, and Afghanistan. He was a Senior Service Chief's Fellow at Defense Research Projects Agency located outside of Washington DC, as well as serving as the Chief of Future Operations at the Asymmetric Warfare Group (AWG) at Fort Meade, MD. His last assignment was the Director of Victory College at Fort Jackson, leading the Army's Leadership Development School, Resiliency School and the military's only Physical Fitness School. In his tenure as the Director, LTC Glick was responsible for the drafting and implementation of the Army's Fitness Strategy through 2025, as well as the transformation of the Leadership Development School's curriculum and the complete transformation of Basic Combat Training for every new Soldier entering the force. JC attended the Naval War College in Newport, RI, where he earned his Masters in National Security and Strategic Studies. He also holds a degree in Political Science from the University of Rhode Island and is a Liberty Fellow, part of the Aspen Institute. He has earned 3 Bronze Stars, 3 Meritorious Service Medals, a Joint Commendation Medal, and the Order of Saint Maurice. JC is also the author of the books https://www.amazon.com/Light-Darkness-Leadership-Development-ebook/dp/B0719HSHZL/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1D96HDDRO37FJ&keywords=jc+glick&qid=1644023736&sprefix=jc+glick%2Caps%2C78&sr=8-1 (A Light in the Darkness: Leadership Development for the Unknown), and https://www.amazon.com/Meditations-Army-Ranger-Philosophy-Everyone/dp/0998848514/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1D96HDDRO37FJ&keywords=jc+glick&qid=1644023755&sprefix=jc+glick%2Caps%2C78&sr=8-2 (Meditations of an Army Ranger: A Warrior Philosophy for Everyone).

This episode is a little all over the place, but so is the military, so bare with me….In part one of this week's episode, Amaya will be breaking down her basic training and overall military experience through the perspective of a woman.  She shares funny stories to elaborating on what the training was like while emphasizing on the sexist undertones of the military as a whole. Amaya's goals for this episode are to give some insight into what it's like in the military, to get some laughs out of people, and to build up for part two of this episode where she dives much deeper into bigger issues such as sexual harassment and assault within the military.

Kanwar Singh, a technologist by day and also a Signal Officer in the US Army Massachusetts National Guard, joins Jerry to share about his journey to America to pursue higher education, what led to him joining the National Guard, and the challenges he has faced to ensure accommodation for him and others religious beliefs. We thank Officer Singh, the US Army, and the Department of Defense for making this interview possible.Meet Kanwar SinghFirst Lieutenant (1LT) Kanwar Singh is a financial services professional by training. After graduating from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2011, he enrolled at Harvard University. While at Harvard, then-Specialist (SPC) Singh attended a speech by Senator John McCain, who encouraged attendees to serve their country through the U.S. military. Inspired by this call to service, as well as the resilience of those who survived the Boston Marathon attack, then-SPC Singh applied to join the Army National Guard in Massachusetts in 2014.In June 2014, then-SPC Singh took the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) exam and scored in the top one percent. Instead of embracing him and giving him an equal opportunity to prove his abilities, the U.S. military subjected him to a frustrating bureaucratic process that lasted nearly two years. In January 2015, then-SPC Singh joined Boston University's ROTC program and participated in all field exercises but was not permitted to do so in uniform. In May 2015, he was selected for the Massachusetts Army National Guard's State Officer Candidate School and later enlisted in the Massachusetts National Guard. At this point, then-SPC Singh submitted a religious accommodation request.While his request was pending, then-SPC Singh was segregated from his battalion and not issued an Army uniform. In December 2015, he met Secretary of Defense Ash Carter at a Harvard University event and publicly asked him whether he would support equal opportunity for Sikhs who wish to serve in the U.S. military. The Defense Secretary applauded then-SPC Singh's desire to serve and emphasized the importance of diversity in our nation's military.In March 2016, while his accommodation request was still pending, then-SPC Singh was asked if he would cut his hair and remove his turban in violation of his religion in order to attend Basic Combat Training. In response, the Sikh Coalition and its partners at the Becket Fund for Religious Liberty and the law firm McDermott Will & Emery filed a lawsuit on Specialist Singh's behalf.IMPACTIn response to our lawsuit, the U.S. Army realized that the law is not on its side. After nearly two years of perseverance, then-SPC Kanwar Singh was successfully accommodated by the Massachusetts Army National Guard. Consistent with the Army's promulgation of a new policy accommodating observant Sikhs, the Army issued a new accommodation for then-SPC Singh in January of 2017 that extends throughout his military career.In August 2018, then-Second Lieutenant (2LT) Kanwar Singh successfully graduated from Army Officer Candidate School as part of the Massachusetts Army National Guard. In February 2021, he was promoted to First Lieutenant. 1LT Singh is now responsible for leading soldiers during humanitarian, homeland security, and combat operations as a Signal Corps officer.(Source: SikhCoalition.org)Connect with KanwarInstagram: kanwar91 TikTok: @SikhSoldierKanwar in the media:USA Today: https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/militarykind/2021/06/21/sikh-soldier-honors-religion-and-country/7773476002/Sikh Coalition: https://www.sikhcoalition.org/our-work/legal-and-policy/specialist-kanwar-singh/US Army: https://www.army.mil/article/239236/for_massachusetts_soldier_path_to_military_service_was_a_spiritual_one// Support Dear Asian Americans:Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/dearasianamericans/Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jerrywonLearn more about DAA Creator and Host Jerry Won:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerrywon/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerryjwon/// Listen to Dear Asian Americans on all major platforms:Transistor.fm: http://www.dearasianamericans.comApple: https://apple.dearasianamericans.comSpotify: https://spotify.dearasianamericans.comStitcher: https://stitcher.dearasianamericans.comGoogle: https://google.dearasianamericans.com  Follow us on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/dearasianamericans Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/dearasianamericans Subscribe to our YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/dearasianamericans // Join the Asian Podcast Network:Web: https://asianpodcastnetwork.com/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/asianpodcastnetwork/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asianpodcastnetwork/Dear Asian Americans is produced by Just Like Media:Web: http://www.justlikemedia.comInstagram.com: http://www.instagram.com/justlikemedia

We all remember where we were on 9-11, but where were we afterwards? I was in Basic Combat Training when the world was turned upside down. I share what happened, my thoughts and feelings at the time. The focus of this episode is on how united we were after 9-11, and how we can get back to that time. We do not dislike each other as much as our media or politicians portray us. Division is good for politics, but bad for the people. We need to get back to respectable discourse and talking to our neighbors. Let's remember JFK's quote:"My fellow Americans, ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country."Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/millersmilitarymoments)

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Sarah Blake Morgan is an award-winning journalist based in Charlotte, North Carolina. She currently covers the southeast region for The Associated Press. She has reported across the United States and around the world for local and international news organizations, shooting, writing and editing her stories. Sarah Blake's work has earned her eight EMMY nominations and RTDNAC's 2017 Multimedia Journalist of the Year. She has interviewed politicians, protesters marching through tear gas, mothers who have lost children to overdoses and embedded alongside soldiers in South America. Her extensive reporting on the military led Sarah Blake to her latest challenge. In March of 2021, she enlisted in the U.S. Army Reserve and shipped off to Basic Combat Training at 31 years old. Sarah Blake graduated in June and will be attending Officer Candidate School at Fort Benning, Georgia in October.

My favorite line from this conversation: Unlearning my limitations. Tori's story is full of faith, full of God's big dreams, full of lessons for any of us who have allowed limitations and fear to seep in where it doesn't belong. Join two friends/military spouses/girl moms as we chat about what it means to follow God's small steps into something big. Tori Evans is a wife, mother, award-winning military photographer, & author. Over the past few years, she has documented thousands of trainees going through Basic Combat Training. Tori is an Army veteran who knows first-hand what it takes to become an American Soldier. She captures moments that are raw, honest, and familiar making each viewer feel a connection. Her love for storytelling has crossed over into photojournalism. Tori's military images are displayed in museums, routinely featured on Army and DoD websites as well as publications such as Army Times, and Army marketing campaigns across social media. Recent awards: 2020 Military Visual Awards - Pandemic-3rd place 2020 U.S. Army's Year in Photos Feature 2020 South Carolina Press Association - Feature Photo - 2nd place Connect with Tori: www.torievansphotographer.com Instagram: @torievansphotographer

BenGreenfieldFitness.com/timkennedy My wife and I recently immersed ourselves in a three-day close quarter combat and firearm and personal defense training course called "Sheepdog-Response". We experienced hours upon hours of grappling, close quarter combat, situational awareness, firearm training and much more. We were feeling a bit sore and beat up at the end, but definitely more prepared for any “curveballs” life may throw at us. I think these types of skills, along with skills such as wilderness survival, plant foraging, hunting, etc. are really good ways to ensure that one is prepared for life in general. I was so impressed with the course, that I decided to get the founder of Sheepdog, Tim Kennedy, on the podcast to talk about it, and much, much more. If you haven't heard of Tim, then you definitely need to know about this guy. Tim is a retired American mixed martial artist and current soldier. A fighting professional from 2001 until 2016, he has fought in the UFC, Strikeforce, the WEC, ShoMMA, HDNet Fights, and represented the Chicago Red Bears in the IFL. Kennedy is one of the few fighters to simultaneously serve in the United States Army while also fighting professionally. He also is a television host, producer, and entrepreneur. Tim completed Basic Combat Training, Advanced Individual Training, Airborne School, Special Forces Assessment and Selection and the Special Forces Qualification Course. In 2007, he completed Ranger School and was assigned to the 7th Special Forces Group, where he served on an Operational Detachments Alpha. During this time he was also a sniper, sniper instructor, and the principal combatives instructor for C Company, 3rd Battalion, 7th Special Forces Group. Kennedy deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom multiple times. In August 2009, Kennedy transitioned from active duty to the Texas Army National Guard's 19th Special Forces Group and served in the position of Special Forces Weapons Sergeant. Among Kennedy's multiple awards are the Army's Bronze Star Medal with V device, which was awarded for valor under fire. He is now an active, Ranger qualified, Green Beret, Special Forces Sniper with tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, as well as other locations around the globe. He was host of the History Channel television series Hunting Hitler which explores alternative theories about Adolf Hitler's death. He also hosted the show on Discovery Channel Hard to Kill, which he attempted to explore a day in the life of the world's most dangerous occupations. He produced the TV documentary Not a War Story in 2017 and helped co-produce Warriors in 2014, and also produced and hosted Iron Dragon TV. He's made appearances on Deadliest Warrior and The Ultimate Soldier Challenge. During our discussion, you'll discover: -The inspiration behind Sheepdog Response training...12:40 -What to expect in the Sheepdog training course...23:35 -What a Sheepdog trained person might carry on them in public...28:45 -The importance of jiu jitsu in combat training...38:15-How real world experience makes Sheepdog training legit...43:55 -How Sheepdog Response vets attendees for the program...48:40 -Real life examples of Sheepdog attendees using their training...54:35 -Fringe smart drugs, supplements and secrets of the Sheepdog Response team...1:01:15 -The most dangerous and impressive occupation in filming "Hard To Kill"...1:07:10 -And much more... Episode sponsors: -Kion Refer a Friend -Organifi Green Juice -Paleo Valley Beef Sticks -Butcher Box Do you have questions, thoughts, or feedback for Tim Kennedy or me? Leave your comments below and one of us will reply!

In episode #4 of "Behind the Greens: Serving with Purpose," #USAREC’s Command Sgt. Maj. John Foley speaks with the Drill Sergeant of the Year from the Fires Center of Excellence at Fort Sill, OK, Drill Sergeant William Tazwell and Basic Trainee Private First Class Matthew Pellouchoud. They’ll talk about the COVID safety measures put in place to keep our Soldiers safe, day to day life while at Army Basic Training and lots more.

On this episode Kelly and I have a sex talk, then we talk about Basic Combat Training for the Army, the election, the 2 party system, our political views, and the Space Force. Yes we are drunk and ready to spill the beans! So do not miss out and subscribe to not miss another episode. Check out our Youtube channel at "Elephant in the Room by Louis Davila"

NOT A DRILL: ARMY SOFTENS BASIC TRAININGRetired Navy SEAL // spent 10 years as an enlisted Navy SEAL and ten years as a SEAL officer leading SEAL teams in combat operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. // During a special operative mission in 2007, Redman was struck by machine gun fire. It first hit him in the left elbow, then in the right side of his face, entering his jaw and exiting through his nose. He had to undergo dozens of surgeries and now he's an internationally-known motivational speaker and author of the new book Overcome: Crush Adversity with the Leadership Techniques of America's Toughest Warriors LT. JASON "JAY" REDMAN joins JT. For new Army recruits, boot camp will be a lot more like summer camp. The U.S. Army is changing its approach to Basic Combat Training, moving away from many of the harsher traditions associated with the grueling days that serve as the introduction to military service for all recruits. Specifically, the Army is eliminating the day-one Basic Training tradition known as "shark attack"--in which recruits are swarmed by yelling drill sergeants ordering them to do exercises and carry out physical tasks. In its place, the Army is implementing "The First 100 Yards," a calmer and more organized series of what the service calls "mentally and physically challenging events" that focus on building teamwork between recruits and trust with their superiors. The new approach is already rolling out at basic training sites across the country, but veteran soldiers are not on board. "I find this to be absolutely asinine, that we would be watering down what has worked for literally hundreds of years," says Arthur Rizer, Iraq War veteran now with the D.C. think tank R Street. "Ultimately, the entire point of basic training is to make sure the individual has the mental fortitude for war." The new approach came about after the military was forced to make major changes to basic training amidst the coronavirus pandemic. But it also comes as the armed forces have faced a drop in recruiting numbers, as well as difficulty in finding qualified recruits, in recent years. "The whole point (of basic training) is to get you tough, to get you mentally ready," says Rizer. "We don't break you permanently, be we ensure you can come together, and you can't do that with that soft, gushy coating that civilian life gives you."Should we worry that our military is getting soft? Should we lower our standards to find enough recruits?

In this episode, I get to cast a pod with an old Army buddy of mine. Thaddeus Gillespie and I were paired together by our Drill Sergeant as Battle Buddies during Basic Combat Training at Fort Jackson in Columbia, SC. We have been life long friends ever since. Please enjoy this conversation as we discuss hunting, fishing, a few old times at basic and his future in the fishing tackle business. Support the show (http://cash.app/$thefitboss)

Flute 360 | Episode 116: “Military Flutists with Staff Sergeant Sonia Dell’Omo” (48:04) In today’s episode, Heidi talks with Sonia Dell’Omo about her time being a Military Flutist in the U.S. Army Band. She goes into detail about the audition process, her experience with basic training, and advises those who are considering this career path. This series runs through the entire month of May 2020 and we hope that it is beneficial for you and, or your students. Episode 116 – Main Points: 0:50 – Contact: J&K Productions & Flute 360 for consultation work! 2:14 – Welcome & Introduction! 3:44 – Texas Flute Society 4:32 – Larry Bailey, flutist 4:33 – Dr. Ellen Kaner, flutist (E54) 4:47 – Heidi: Please share with the listeners who you are and your musical background! 4:54 – Sonia’s Answer 7:16 – Professor Terri Sundberg, flutist 8:20 – The University of North Texas, Denton, TX, USA 8:54 – Master’s of Music Degree Program at UNT 10:45 – “[To prepare for an audition], I had to be efficient and use every minute that was available to me.” – Sonia 11:48 – Teacher Appreciation 14:19 – Question: What inspired you to enroll as a flutist in the Pershing’s Own, U.S. Army Band? 14:33 – Sonia’s Answer 14:36 – Air Force, USA 16:08 – Piccolo! 17:00 – Washington D.C., USA 20:26 – Use your resources and the people in your life to get your questions answered! 21:26 – Basic Combat Training through the Army 22:01 – Sonia’s big takeaway about basic training. 23:31 – Question: Did you feel lonely during that season of your life? 23:38 – Sonia’s Answer 25:36 – Step outside of your comfort zone to get ahead in your career! 26:51 – Heidi asks a question – listen here! 27:03 – Sonia’s Answer 29:40 – Question: Putting aside the current quarantine, what does your schedule typically look like as an Army flutist? 29:46 – Sonia’s Answer 31:10 – The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier 32:05 – The Blues, USA Army Jazz Band 33:37 – Arlington National Ceremony 33:57 – Question: For a musician who is considering this career path, what advice do you have for him or her? 34:09 – Sonia’s Answer 34:23 – To prepare for your next audition, record yourself, and be super honest about your playing. 36:22 – Jennifer M. Gunn (Piccolo) and David Cooper (French Horn) 38:40 – Question: Any last sentiments that you’d like to share with the listeners? 38:55 – Sonia’s Answer 42:27 – Series 24 Reference 42:38 – PICKS! 46:20 – Conclusion 48:00 – Bronze Sponsor: J&K Productions PICKS! Sonia: Book: Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng Book: Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng My Dog, Piper! Heidi: Small PDF Website Episode 116 – Resources Mentioned: Dr. Heidi Kay Begay’s Website Dr. Ellen Kaner’s Flute 360 Episode 54: Tips for Doublers! Series 24: Episode 113, 114, 115, 116, and 117! Episode 116 – Sponsors: Gold Level: J&K Productions Bronze Level: J&K Productions

In this podcast episode, I take a break from the technical topics to which my readers and podcast listeners are accustomed. I wanted to interview someone from outside normal safety circles, someone that can bring a unique perspective on the values we want to hold as safety professionals: integrity, honesty, teamwork, never-quit attitude. Please be sure to listen to the interview as it is not transcribed here. Please read more about Kris below. Kris Paronto Kris Paronto - “Tanto” as he is affectionately known in security contracting circles - is a former Army Ranger from 2nd Battalion 75th Ranger Regiment and a private security contractor who has deployed throughout South America, Central America, the Middle East, and North Africa. He also worked with the US Government’s Global Response Staff conducting low profile security in high threat environments throughout the world. Mr. Paronto was part of the CIA annex security team that responded to the terrorist attack on the US Special Mission in Benghazi, Libya, September 11th, 2012, helping to save over 20 lives while fighting off terrorists from the CIA Annex for over 13 hours. Mr. Paronto’s story is told in the book “13 Hours” written by Mitchell Zuckoff and his five surviving annex security team members. The Patriot's Creed When Kris began talking with civilians about his experiences fighting the terrorist attack on the US State Department Special Mission Compound in Benghazi, Libya on September 11, 2012, he was surprised at how often people told him that the story of his extraordinary battle gave them the courage to face tough times in their everyday lives. "The odds were stacked against us that night but the truth is that we refused to quit and we beat them with faith, teamwork, and the principles that were first instilled in me when I joined the Army. You can find those in the Rangers Creed and the Army Values," he says, "and you don't have to be a Special Operations soldier to use them." In The Patriot's Creed, Kris uses the seven core Army Values that all soldiers learn in Basic Combat Training, and the experiences of other servicemen and women and First Responders, to explain how anyone can improve themselves, the world around them, and live a heroic life. The stakes are dramatic for the brave men and women who put their lives on the line to fight for America, and too many of their acts of courage and honor are unknown. The examples of their persistence and discipline will be inspiring to anyone facing seemingly insurmountable obstacles. At a time of national polarization, Kris draws attention to values all readers can share and use, and to the honor, integrity, and courage of true patriots who have gone to great lengths to protect and serve. They embody the best of us and make Kris Paronto proud to be an American soldier. The Ranger Way Thousands of people have heard Kris "Tanto" Paronto speak about his experiences in Benghazi on September 11, 2012. But before he was a security contractor, Tanto was a US Army Ranger from the 2nd Battalion 75th Ranger Regiment. Rangers are trained to lead by being pushed to their physical and mental limits so that they can perform against impossible odds in punishing situations. In THE RANGER WAY, Tanto shares stories from his training experiences that played a role in his team's heroic response in Benghazi as he explains the importance of demanding excellence when you commit to improving your life. He shows you how to define your mission, set goals that are in alignment with your values, and develop a battle plan that will maximize your chances of success. You will learn why you should never quit and why that is different from never failing. Tanto uses his experiences in Basic and Ranger Training to explore how to deal with mistakes and disappointment like a leader, accept responsibility, and turn every obstacle into an opportunity for growth. You will learn why being of service to others, and being willing to sacrifice, will help you succeed, and how the power of humility, strength, faith, and brotherhood will sustain you on the road to accomplishing your mission. 13 Hours The harrowing, true account from the brave men on the ground who fought back during the Battle of Benghazi. 13 HOURS presents, for the first time ever, the true account of the events of September 11, 2012, when terrorists attacked the US State Department Special Mission Compound and a nearby CIA station called the Annex in Benghazi, Libya. A team of six American security operators fought to repel the attackers and protect the Americans stationed there. Those men went beyond the call of duty, performing extraordinary acts of courage and heroism, to avert tragedy on a much larger scale. This is their personal account, never before told, of what happened during the thirteen hours of that now-infamous attack. Resources The Patriot's Creed The Ranger Way 13 Hours Book Kris for speaking events here More about Kris Hear the Interview Listen to this interview for Kris's perspective on life, the importance of aligning goals with the mission, and living a life of integrity no matter what obstacles you face. Let me know what you think of this episode on LinkedIn if you have used this app at all - be sure to @ mention Blaine J. Hoffmann or The SafetyPro Podcast LinkedIn page. You can also find the podcast on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

In this episode of the NCO Journal Podcast we speak with Command Sgt. Maj. Edward Mitchell from the Center for Initial Military Training about the changes occurring at both Basic Combat Training and Advanced Individual Training.

There you are in Basic Combat Training and what do you know. Another Private rubs you the wrong way. Maintain your military bearing and deal with them in a constructive way. Ask engaging questions to gain understanding, be open minded and look for a mutual agreement. Avoid verbal and physical confrontations for it could and will jeopardize your military career before you even get started.

5 Tips on How to Talk to your Drill Sergeants in Basic Combat Training. Email me your questions at RecruitingTeamSwartz@icloud.com

Rita Brent and I dive into the complexities of honesty, humility and mastering the ability to learn from life as you go. She has a long list of accomplishments ranging from producing her own comedy special to giving Ted Talks. She the remarkable ability to make real life events funny and interesting. I know you guys are going to enjoy this one! Bio: A native of Jackson, Mississippi, Cherita Brent (also known as “Rita B.”) is a professional drummer, radio host, and stand-up comedienne. She began her professional drumming career at the age of 21 and has performed with the likes of D' Mar and the Nu Funk Society, Grady Champion, KD Brosia, and more. Cherita graduated from Murrah High School in 2005, and in 2006, joined the Army National Guard Band. After graduating from Basic Combat Training in South Carolina, she graduated from the Navy School of Music in Norfolk, Virginia in 2006. She became a Sergeant in the 41st Army Band and recently ended her service in December 2014. While at Jackson State University from 2006-2009, she worked as an on-air personality at WJSU 88.5 FM for three years before joining Mississippi Public Broadcasting where she currently serves as a weekday local radio show host and producer. Support this podcast

I met Travis Wolfe a few months back when I spoke at the Kiddiepreneur Expo. His son, Travis, came up to me to ask questions about my books that I had for sale. He immediately wanted to go get his dad and bring him over because he seen we had a lot in common. Boy was he right! I got to have both Travis Wolfe and his daughter Aniya Wolfe over to my house to record episodes soon after. In this episode we talk quite in depth about what it is like to be a black cop in America with the current climate of tension going on. You really just have to give it a listen! About Travis Wolfe Travis Wolfe was born in (west) Philadelphia, PA but spent a lot of his life growing up in multiple towns in New Jersey. With both of his parents being addicted to drugs and his father also being addicted to alcohol, Wolfe, along with his siblings were placed into the foster care system by their family members. Wolfe bounced around between multiple foster homes and a group home between the ages of 8 and 12 years old, during which time he was a victim of physical abuse and rape. In between those years, Wolfe and his siblings had gotten out of the foster care system when his great aunt took them into her home; but Wolfe was placed back into the system because of his behavioral issues. By 1996, Wolfe's father had gotten clean and sober and had gotten Wolfe out of the system. His father introduced him to the teachings of the bible and encouraged Travis to live a holy lifestyle. It was through those teachings that he developed his spiritual foundation. In 1999, after a dispute with his father, he ran away from home and ended up in Lawnside, NJ with his great aunt, again. Between that time and 2002, He had been kicked out of 6 different homes of friends and family that had taken him in. In 2002, after making a decision to turn his life around, Wolfe graduated from Haddon Heights High School, with honors, and attended Temple University. In 2003, he co-founded a community service organization called GoodFellaz at the university which won the top student organization award “Best Organization” in 2006. Wolfe met his wife Diana Cherubin in 2004 at a Dunkin' Donuts on the campus. In 2007, he left Temple University to join the Philadelphia Police Department and In late 2007, he reapplied to Temple University and graduated in 2009 with a bachelor's degree in criminal justice. In 2013, at 29 years old, Wolfe joined the United States Army and graduated Basic Combat Training at Fort Sill, OK with honors and among the top in his class in Physical Fitness, scoring the coveted 300 mark on the Army Physical Fitness Test. He had turned 30 years old while in Basic Combat Training. While in the Army's Officer Candidate School, an Injury forced him to be separated from the Army. He received an Uncharacterized Discharge in 2014. Jan. 31, 2014, Wolfe was promoted to Sergeant with the Philadelphia Police Department. He served in some of the worst violent crime areas in the city. He is a decorated member of the department in which he still currently serves. Wolfe has done work with community organizations either by dedicating his personal time or as a member of the department. This includes work with the Special Olympics, youth organizations and mentoring organizations throughout Philadelphia and New Jersey. In 2015, Travis made the decision that he was going to “change the world.” He pursued this worthy ideal and opined that by empowering society to change their mindset and attain success in their individual lives, his ideal would come to fruition on a grand scale. Garnering inspiration from his life's story and personal life experiences; which include, being a victim of child abuse, sexual abuse and sexual assault (rape), homelessness, poverty, the foster care system and drug/alcohol addicted parents; his goal is to empower everyone from youth to senior to overcome their victimization, eliminate excuses and achieve greatness and success in their lives....

I met Travis Wolfe a few months back when I spoke at the Kiddiepreneur Expo. His son, Travis, came up to me to ask questions about my books that I had for sale. He immediately wanted to go get his dad and bring him over because he seen we had a lot in common. Boy was he right! I got to have both Travis Wolfe and his daughter Aniya Wolfe over to my house to record episodes soon after. In this episode we talk quite in depth about what it is like to be a black cop in America with the current climate of tension going on. You really just have to give it a listen! About Travis Wolfe Travis Wolfe was born in (west) Philadelphia, PA but spent a lot of his life growing up in multiple towns in New Jersey. With both of his parents being addicted to drugs and his father also being addicted to alcohol, Wolfe, along with his siblings were placed into the foster care system by their family members. Wolfe bounced around between multiple foster homes and a group home between the ages of 8 and 12 years old, during which time he was a victim of physical abuse and rape. In between those years, Wolfe and his siblings had gotten out of the foster care system when his great aunt took them into her home; but Wolfe was placed back into the system because of his behavioral issues. By 1996, Wolfe's father had gotten clean and sober and had gotten Wolfe out of the system. His father introduced him to the teachings of the bible and encouraged Travis to live a holy lifestyle. It was through those teachings that he developed his spiritual foundation. In 1999, after a dispute with his father, he ran away from home and ended up in Lawnside, NJ with his great aunt, again. Between that time and 2002, He had been kicked out of 6 different homes of friends and family that had taken him in. In 2002, after making a decision to turn his life around, Wolfe graduated from Haddon Heights High School, with honors, and attended Temple University. In 2003, he co-founded a community service organization called GoodFellaz at the university which won the top student organization award “Best Organization” in 2006. Wolfe met his wife Diana Cherubin in 2004 at a Dunkin' Donuts on the campus. In 2007, he left Temple University to join the Philadelphia Police Department and In late 2007, he reapplied to Temple University and graduated in 2009 with a bachelor's degree in criminal justice. In 2013, at 29 years old, Wolfe joined the United States Army and graduated Basic Combat Training at Fort Sill, OK with honors and among the top in his class in Physical Fitness, scoring the coveted 300 mark on the Army Physical Fitness Test. He had turned 30 years old while in Basic Combat Training. While in the Army's Officer Candidate School, an Injury forced him to be separated from the Army. He received an Uncharacterized Discharge in 2014. Jan. 31, 2014, Wolfe was promoted to Sergeant with the Philadelphia Police Department. He served in some of the worst violent crime areas in the city. He is a decorated member of the department in which he still currently serves. Wolfe has done work with community organizations either by dedicating his personal time or as a member of the department. This includes work with the Special Olympics, youth organizations and mentoring organizations throughout Philadelphia and New Jersey. In 2015, Travis made the decision that he was going to “change the world.” He pursued this worthy ideal and opined that by empowering society to change their mindset and attain success in their individual lives, his ideal would come to fruition on a grand scale. Garnering inspiration from his life's story and personal life experiences; which include, being a victim of child abuse, sexual abuse and sexual assault (rape), homelessness, poverty, the foster care system and drug/alcohol addicted parents; his goal is to empower everyone from youth to senior to overcome their victimization, eliminate excuses and achieve greatness and success in their lives....

I met Travis Wolfe a few months back when I spoke at the Kiddiepreneur Expo. His son, Travis, came up to me to ask questions about my books that I had for sale. He immediately wanted to go get his dad and bring him over because he seen we had a lot in common. Boy was he right! I got to have both Travis Wolfe and his daughter Aniya Wolfe over to my house to record episodes soon after. In this episode we talk quite in depth about what it is like to be a black cop in America with the current climate of tension going on. You really just have to give it a listen! About Travis Wolfe Travis Wolfe was born in (west) Philadelphia, PA but spent a lot of his life growing up in multiple towns in New Jersey. With both of his parents being addicted to drugs and his father also being addicted to alcohol, Wolfe, along with his siblings were placed into the foster care system by their family members. Wolfe bounced around between multiple foster homes and a group home between the ages of 8 and 12 years old, during which time he was a victim of physical abuse and rape. In between those years, Wolfe and his siblings had gotten out of the foster care system when his great aunt took them into her home; but Wolfe was placed back into the system because of his behavioral issues. By 1996, Wolfe's father had gotten clean and sober and had gotten Wolfe out of the system. His father introduced him to the teachings of the bible and encouraged Travis to live a holy lifestyle. It was through those teachings that he developed his spiritual foundation. In 1999, after a dispute with his father, he ran away from home and ended up in Lawnside, NJ with his great aunt, again. Between that time and 2002, He had been kicked out of 6 different homes of friends and family that had taken him in. In 2002, after making a decision to turn his life around, Wolfe graduated from Haddon Heights High School, with honors, and attended Temple University. In 2003, he co-founded a community service organization called GoodFellaz at the university which won the top student organization award “Best Organization” in 2006. Wolfe met his wife Diana Cherubin in 2004 at a Dunkin' Donuts on the campus. In 2007, he left Temple University to join the Philadelphia Police Department and In late 2007, he reapplied to Temple University and graduated in 2009 with a bachelor's degree in criminal justice. In 2013, at 29 years old, Wolfe joined the United States Army and graduated Basic Combat Training at Fort Sill, OK with honors and among the top in his class in Physical Fitness, scoring the coveted 300 mark on the Army Physical Fitness Test. He had turned 30 years old while in Basic Combat Training. While in the Army's Officer Candidate School, an Injury forced him to be separated from the Army. He received an Uncharacterized Discharge in 2014. Jan. 31, 2014, Wolfe was promoted to Sergeant with the Philadelphia Police Department. He served in some of the worst violent crime areas in the city. He is a decorated member of the department in which he still currently serves. Wolfe has done work with community organizations either by dedicating his personal time or as a member of the department. This includes work with the Special Olympics, youth organizations and mentoring organizations throughout Philadelphia and New Jersey. In 2015, Travis made the decision that he was going to “change the world.” He pursued this worthy ideal and opined that by empowering society to change their mindset and attain success in their individual lives, his ideal would come to fruition on a grand scale. Garnering inspiration from his life's story and personal life experiences; which include, being a victim of child abuse, sexual abuse and sexual assault (rape), homelessness, poverty, the foster care system and drug/alcohol addicted parents; his goal is to empower everyone from youth to senior to overcome their victimization, eliminate excuses and achieve greatness and success in their lives....

I met Travis Wolfe a few months back when I spoke at the Kiddiepreneur Expo. His son, Travis, came up to me to ask questions about my books that I had for sale. He immediately wanted to go get his dad and bring him over because he seen we had a lot in common. Boy was he right! I got to have both Travis Wolfe and his daughter Aniya Wolfe over to my house to record episodes soon after. In this episode we talk quite in depth about what it is like to be a black cop in America with the current climate of tension going on. You really just have to give it a listen! About Travis Wolfe Travis Wolfe was born in (west) Philadelphia, PA but spent a lot of his life growing up in multiple towns in New Jersey. With both of his parents being addicted to drugs and his father also being addicted to alcohol, Wolfe, along with his siblings were placed into the foster care system by their family members. Wolfe bounced around between multiple foster homes and a group home between the ages of 8 and 12 years old, during which time he was a victim of physical abuse and rape. In between those years, Wolfe and his siblings had gotten out of the foster care system when his great aunt took them into her home; but Wolfe was placed back into the system because of his behavioral issues. By 1996, Wolfe's father had gotten clean and sober and had gotten Wolfe out of the system. His father introduced him to the teachings of the bible and encouraged Travis to live a holy lifestyle. It was through those teachings that he developed his spiritual foundation. In 1999, after a dispute with his father, he ran away from home and ended up in Lawnside, NJ with his great aunt, again. Between that time and 2002, He had been kicked out of 6 different homes of friends and family that had taken him in. In 2002, after making a decision to turn his life around, Wolfe graduated from Haddon Heights High School, with honors, and attended Temple University. In 2003, he co-founded a community service organization called GoodFellaz at the university which won the top student organization award “Best Organization” in 2006. Wolfe met his wife Diana Cherubin in 2004 at a Dunkin' Donuts on the campus. In 2007, he left Temple University to join the Philadelphia Police Department and In late 2007, he reapplied to Temple University and graduated in 2009 with a bachelor's degree in criminal justice. In 2013, at 29 years old, Wolfe joined the United States Army and graduated Basic Combat Training at Fort Sill, OK with honors and among the top in his class in Physical Fitness, scoring the coveted 300 mark on the Army Physical Fitness Test. He had turned 30 years old while in Basic Combat Training. While in the Army's Officer Candidate School, an Injury forced him to be separated from the Army. He received an Uncharacterized Discharge in 2014. Jan. 31, 2014, Wolfe was promoted to Sergeant with the Philadelphia Police Department. He served in some of the worst violent crime areas in the city. He is a decorated member of the department in which he still currently serves. Wolfe has done work with community organizations either by dedicating his personal time or as a member of the department. This includes work with the Special Olympics, youth organizations and mentoring organizations throughout Philadelphia and New Jersey. In 2015, Travis made the decision that he was going to “change the world.” He pursued this worthy ideal and opined that by empowering society to change their mindset and attain success in their individual lives, his ideal would come to fruition on a grand scale. Garnering inspiration from his life's story and personal life experiences; which include, being a victim of child abuse, sexual abuse and sexual assault (rape), homelessness, poverty, the foster care system and drug/alcohol addicted parents; his goal is to empower everyone from youth to senior to overcome their victimization, eliminate excuses and achieve greatness and success in their lives....