Podcasts about fighter pilots

Former F-16 instructor Chris Lehto on AI Won't Replace us. It will Merge With Us. UAP, UFO, unidentified aerial phenomena, and disclosure on the Lehto Files podcast.Guest: UsOriginally on original file: 25 Sep 2026From Lehto Files — audio of the YouTube episode.Watch: https://www.youtube.com/@LehtoFilesSupport: https://www.patreon.com/chrislehtoPodcast support: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lehto-files-investigating-uaps--5990774/support

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Imagine you are a fighter pilot needing to escape your plane when something goes wrong. Your life depends on the work of scientists who – more than sixty years ago – filled the Utah desert air with sonic booms and flying monkeys.Tune in to the Beehive Archive, a two-minute look at some of the most pivotal—and peculiar—events in Utah's history. Catch the show weekly on your favorite podcast channel or check out the whole collection at utahhumanities.org/stories.

Former F-16 instructor Chris Lehto on Age of Disclosure: Audience (and My) Reaction. UAP, UFO, unidentified aerial phenomena, and disclosure on the Lehto Files podcast.Originally on YouTube: 2 Dec 2025From Lehto Files — audio of the YouTube episode.Watch: https://www.youtube.com/@LehtoFilesSupport: https://www.patreon.com/chrislehtoPodcast support: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lehto-files-investigating-uaps--5990774/support

She's the second woman in history to fly lead solo for the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds and she still describes her early years in a fighter squadron as "classic imposter syndrome." Michelle "Mace" Curran spent years running from failure before she realized what was actually driving her forward, and in this conversation with Dwayne Kerrigan, she pulls back the curtain on the debrief culture that rebuilt her confidence — and the messy, control-freak transition from single-seat cockpit to solo entrepreneur.In this episode:How a moment in the bookstore at the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum led, four years later, to Michelle's children's book What's Your Call Sign?Why Michelle calls her first Air Force assignment "classic imposter syndrome" — and how she learned to tell the difference between being pulled toward a goal and running from failureInside the Air Force flight debrief: how "root cause" and a single "lesson learned" sentence turn every flight — successful or not — into a team-wide teaching momentWhat changed when Michelle transferred to a reserve squadron in Texas right after it had debriefed a near-catastrophic mishapWhy leaving the military for entrepreneurship exposed her as, in her words, "a control freak," and what she's doing to build a real team instead of running her business like a one-person cockpitHow hitting the USA Today bestseller list with her book The Flip Side actually coincided with a dip in speaking bookings — and the lesson she took from itTime Stamps:00:00 Imposter Syndrome00:24 Welcome00:55 Meet Michelle “Mace” Curran02:39 Why Kids Books05:24 From Wisconsin To Jets06:53 Advice For Parents09:10 Pull Versus Push14:48 Japan Pressure Cooker18:39 Reputation And Legacy21:25 Finding Your Team Role23:35 Learning From Mishaps26:32 Fighter Pilot Debriefs31:32 Debrief Cadence Matters32:40 Feedback Without Fear34:36 Stacking the Odds36:17 Solo Entrepreneur Shock39:17 Delegation and Control43:56 Trust Systems Not People48:45 Building SOPs and CRM52:17 Book Launch Reality Check56:30 Entrepreneurship Fear and Freedom58:49 Closing and Listener TakeawaysMichelle "Mace" Curran is a former U.S. Air Force F-16 fighter who flew as the fifth woman and second woman ever to fly lead solo with the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds. She left active duty in 2022 after 13 years of service and founded Upside Down Dreams, a speaking, training, and education company. She is the author of three books, including the national bestseller The Flip Side, along with two children's books, Upside Down Dreams and What's Your Call Sign?Resources mentioned:The Flip Side (book)Upside Down Dreams (children's book)What's Your Call Sign? (children's book)Follow The Dwayne Kerrigan Podcast for Part 2 of this conversation, and find more from Michelle "Mace" Curran.Connect with MichelleWebsite: https://macecurran.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mace_curranLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/macecurran/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/macecurran/Connect with Dwayne KerriganFacebookInstagramLinked InWebsiteDisclaimer: The views, information, or opinions expressed by guests during The Dwayne Kerrigan Podcast are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of Dwayne Kerrigan and his affiliates. Dwayne Kerrigan or The Dwayne Kerrigan Podcast is not responsible for and does not verify the accuracy of any of the information contained in the podcast series. The primary purpose of this podcast is to educate and inform. Listeners are advised to consult with a qualified professional or specialist before making any decisions based on the content of this podcast.

Former F-16 instructor Chris Lehto sits down with Anastasia Bendebury and Michael Shilo DeLay of DemystifySci to work through the 2004 USS Nimitz Tic Tac: how something could move like that with no sonic boom, no heat, and no inertia. They go through the Navy FLIR1 video, the five observables, hologram claims, gravity, light, and the physics in their book Paradox Lost. Guests: Anastasia V. Bendebury and Michael Shilo DeLay (DemystifySci) Book: Paradox Lost — The Material Principles of Natural Philosophyhttps://demystifysci.com/parad... Originally on YouTube: 21 Sep 2026 From Lehto Files — audio of the YouTube episode. Watch: https://www.youtube.com/@LehtoFiles Support: https://www.patreon.com/chrisl... Podcast support: https://www.spreaker.com/podca...

Manish Bhatnagar, a former Major in the Indian Army, is widely known for being the first officer to report the initial Pakistani intrusions during the Kargil War in 1999. Despite his early warnings, the intelligence was overlooked by the higher command, leading to significant consequences. Major Bhatnagar has since become a vocal advocate for accountability and transparency within the military, especially concerning the lapses during the Kargil conflict. His experiences and insights offer a compelling perspective on the challenges and responsibilities faced by those in uniform.Shubham Sharma is a researcher on Indian Military History and Warfare.

He accidentally went viral with 10 million views for a story about a missile falling off his jet — but Sean Walsh's real mission is teaching service members how to build wealth. A retired F-16 pilot and squadron commander turned author of Millionaire in the Military, Sean joins Spencer to bust the myth that you can't get rich while serving. Drawing on fighter-pilot mission planning ("target backwards from the goal"), he lays out how to escape the "doctrine of sacrifice," why he did his taxes in the future, how he built 14 Airbnb properties on active duty, and the exact three moves every new service member should make on day one. Equal parts tactics and mindset. Questions Asked: How did you go from posting flying videos to talking about money — what was the "bait and switch"? Was there a mistake you made that you internalized and now teach from? Did you start any side hustles or businesses while on active duty? If you had 5-10 minutes with a young service member, what are your top three to five pieces of advice? Are you doing the audiobook / reading it yourself? Main Topics Covered: The viral origin story ("Motor" — Magnum On The Only Runway) and using flying content to teach finance Why starting early beats starting big — the compound-interest chart ($100/mo from 20–30 then stopping beats starting later) "Put down the shovel" — getting out of credit card and student loan debt (both hosts started ~$50–60K in the hole) The pivotal milestones: getting to your first $10K, $100K, then accelerating to $500K and $1M The Vegas DINK lifestyle lesson — small, incremental overspending that forced a house sale "How I spend my money" plan vs. the word "budget," and "if you don't have a plan for every dollar, someone else does" The "Big Dumb Coffee Cups" chapter — making spending decisions consciously and ahead of time Automating savings and investing (TSP, allotments, high-yield savings) to beat decision fatigue The $2.5 billion in unmatched TSP money service members left on the table in 2024 — always get the 5% match Raising contributions 1% with every annual pay raise so you never feel it The "doctrine of sacrifice" trap — why it shouldn't extend to your finances, and why everyone can retire a millionaire Thinking in seasons: low-responsibility early years, deployments, CZTE, and super-maxing the TSP to the $72K limit with Roth conversions Lifestyle creep, disposable income, and the dorm-vs.-Camaro choice Real estate: Airbnb arbitrage, scaling to 14 properties, systematizing/automating, and why saturation ended the run Proactive "taxes in the future" planning, business write-offs, and real estate professional status Goal setting and mission/values work — the wallet note and vision board that came true, quarterly offsites, "money scripts" "Middle class mindset," examining money bias, and setting aspirational (even audacious) goals — Naval Ravikant's aspirational hourly rate Discipline as an under-quantified military benefit; educate yourself via the base library, Libby audiobooks Sean's top advice: (1) TSP to the 5% match, (2) educate yourself, (3) have a plan for your money — then a Roth IRA, then simple index funds (VOO/VTI) The VA loan advantage (average U.S. homeownership age is now 40) and filing VA disability claims despite "sacrifice" indoctrination Resources Mentioned: Millionaire in the Military: A Service Member's Guide to Securing Financial Freedom by Sean Walsh (Amazon, Barnes & Noble) Worthy Books — "buy a book for a service member" nonprofit campaign (link in show notes; tax-deductible) https://www.worthybooks.org/millionaire-in-the-military?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAcGRvZgJleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA85MzY2MTk3NDMzOTI0NTkAAaeQGp0qOl0-hlmx4-v-U3rn3RMg4xoqtCO7GS7q3nhvduuPAbzHPGn72sKKfQ_aem_l5GYd7UXsOw-AJsPtjfV3Q  @RealShawnnWalsh on social media Books referenced: Tony Robbins Money: Master the Game, Gary Keller The One Thing, Atomic Habits, Rich Dad Poor Dad, Ramit Sethi I Will Teach You to Be Rich / Money for Couples Libby app (free audiobooks for service members); tsp.gov; Jeremy Schneider / Personal Finance Club   Spencer and Jamie offer one-on-one Military Money Mentor sessions. Get your personal military money and personal finance questions answered in a confidential coaching call. militarymoneymanual.com/mentor Over 24,000 military servicemembers and military spouses have graduated from the 100% free, Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course available at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3 In the Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course, you can learn how to apply for the most premium credit cards and get special military protections, such as waived annual fees, on elite cards. Learn how active duty military, military spouses, and Guard and Reserves on 30+ day active orders can get your annual fees waived on premium credit cards in the Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3 If you want to maximize your military paycheck, check out Spencer's 5 star rated book The Military Money Manual: A Practical Guide to Financial Freedom on Amazon or at shop.militarymoneymanual.com. If you have a question you would like us to answer on the podcast, please reach out on instagram.com/militarymoneymanual.

For review:1. Yemen's Houthis said on Saturday that they launched strikes targeting “sensitive sites” in Saudi Arabia's Riyadh and oil facilities in the kingdom's port city of Yanbu.2. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is not among the world leaders scheduled to meet US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York next week, and it is unlikely the pair will have time in their itineraries to squeeze in a sit-down, a US official told The Times of Israel on Friday.3. Two IDF soldiers were lightly injured by a Hezbollah explosive device in southern Lebanon on Saturday morning, prompting Israeli strikes on the terror group's sites, the military said.According to the IDF, an engineering vehicle was hit by a roadside bomb planted by Hezbollah inside the military's southern Lebanon buffer zone.4. Denmark on Saturday hailed a “binding” deal announced by US President Donald Trump to give Washington “permanent control” over Greenland's security and bar Russian and Chinese bases from the Arctic territory.Denmark and Greenland — an autonomous Danish territory — both hailed the agreement and said they would sign it on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York next week.5. German and US officials celebrated the rollout of Berlin's first F-35 in a ceremony today, with both sides praising the moment as a sign of the close defense alignment between the two partners.6. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan says that Ankara and Washington were working on “creative ideas” to lift US sanctions imposed on Turkey over its purchase of Russian S-400 missile systems.

Throttle-Up® Episode: September 19, 2026 – Permission to Think. Captain Smith urges his listeners to give themselves “permission to think” when considering 1) thinking and reasoning, and 2) problem solving and decision making. Take a look at Captain Smith’s website, TheSonicWarrior.com, to find all of his podcasts, books, videos, and Substack articles.

Chris Lehto talks with Andy McGrillen about SOL Foundation 2025: hidden tunnels, off-record talks, and what the UAP research crowd was saying away from the cameras. Unidentified aerial phenomena, disclosure, and the people inside SOL. Guest: Andy McGrillen Originally on YouTube: 14 Nov 2025 From Lehto Files — audio of the YouTube episode. Watch: https://www.youtube.com/@LehtoFiles Support: https://www.patreon.com/chrisl... Podcast support: https://www.spreaker.com/podca...

Former F-16 instructor Chris Lehto on as above, so below: repeating patterns from atoms to galaxies, consciousness, and what that means for UAP and physics. Lehto Files / Our Fractal Universe. Originally on YouTube: 13 Sep 2026https://www.youtube.com/watch?... From Lehto Files — audio of the YouTube episode. Watch: https://www.youtube.com/@LehtoFiles Support: https://www.patreon.com/chrisl... Podcast support: https://www.spreaker.com/podca...

During a close air support mission over Baghdad on 8 April 2003, Maj Gary "Wolfman" Wolf and his A-10 Warthog were struck by an SA-16 MANPADS while supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.Battle Creek Bourbon: https://shop.winglorespirits.com/pages/commemorativeProgram and partnership inquiries: https://theafterburnpodcast.com/contact/ Have a story? Program and partnership inquiries: https://theafterburnpodcast.com/contact/

Throttle-Up® Episode: September 12, 2026 – The Sonic Warrior Presents, a Film by Laurie Polisky. This film celebrates the early era of supersonic flight when velocity was king, skill and courage prevailed, and heroes emerged just in time. Captain Smith talks about the film and explains this description for his listening audience. You can find all of Captain Smith’s podcasts, books, videos and articles on his website, TheSonicWarrior.com.

45-year hospice nurse Dave Parker tells Chris Lehto that dying children described the same beings at the end of life. Near-death experiences, deathbed visions, consciousness, and what it may mean for UAP and the nature of mind. Guest: Dave Parker Originally on YouTube: 5 Dec 2025 From Lehto Files — audio of the YouTube episode. Watch: https://www.youtube.com/@LehtoFiles Support: https://www.patreon.com/chrisl... Podcast support: https://www.spreaker.com/podca...

What can fighter pilots teach business leaders about clarity, decision-making and execution under pressure?In this episode of Strategies for Tomorrow's Leaders, Mike Lejeune sits down with Christian "Boo" Boucousis, former fighter pilot and CEO of Afterburner, to explore flawless leadership, high-performance teams and how leaders can close the execution gap.Boo explains why effective leadership is not about perfect plans or controlling every outcome. It is about staying clear on the mission, focusing on what you can control and adapting as reality changes.Mike and Boo discuss the difference between linear and iterative thinking, why leaders get trapped by busyness and information overload and how clarity becomes even more important in fast-moving environments.A major part of the conversation focuses on debriefing as a leadership development tool. Boo explains why a good debrief is not about blame. It is about understanding what happened, identifying the cause of the gap and deciding what to do differently next time.They also explore emotional intelligence, self-awareness, bias and the growing impact of AI on leadership and decision-making. As leaders gain access to more information and technology, Boo argues that unclear objectives and weak thinking will become easier to expose.In this episode, you'll learn:• Why clarity is one of a leader's most important responsibilities• What flawless leadership means when perfection is impossible• How fighter pilots use iterative thinking• Why teams need to "own the gaps"• How debriefing builds accountability without defensiveness• Why busyness can become a leadership trap• How emotional intelligence and bias affect decision-making• Why leaders need to build capability instead of control everything• How AI may reshape leadership and executionIf you lead a team, manage change or are responsible for turning strategy into results, this conversation offers practical ideas for improving clarity, accountability and execution.CHAPTERS00:00 The Significance of Names01:12 Diversity and Influence of Houston02:36 Podcast Production and Book Writing03:40 Leadership and Mission06:04 The Story Behind Boo's Call Sign11:08 Flawless Leadership and Iterative Thinking14:25 Leadership Challenges and Cognitive Bandwidth16:15 Clarity and Owning the Gaps18:31 Fighter Pilot Perspective and AI22:25 AI, Leadership and Decision-Making24:20 Emotional Intelligence and Leadership26:07 Humanity and Bias28:17 Leadership and Human Behavior31:17 Debriefing and Growth Mindset33:25 Building Leadership Capability35:18 How Debriefing Works41:02 Facilitating Better Debriefs44:26 Debriefing Without Blame53:18 Balancing Future, Present and Past56:20 Flawless LeadershipConnect with Christian "Boo" Boucousis:https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-boo-boucousis/https://afterburner.com/Learn more about Mike Lejeune and Lighting the Path:https://lightingthepath.net/

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Former Army intelligence officer Caison Best tells Chris Lehto about a UFO that vanished over NORAD. Military UAP sighting, national security, and what an intel officer saw that still has no public explanation. Guest: Caison Best Originally on YouTube: 4 Nov 2025 From Lehto Files — audio of the YouTube episode. Watch: https://www.youtube.com/@LehtoFiles Support: https://www.patreon.com/chrisl... Podcast support: https://www.spreaker.com/podca...

Scott Reed flew an F-16 into an uncertain mission while two Toledo firefighters headed to Ground Zero to help after the September 11 attacks.

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Over the last day the fighting between Iran and the US has reached its highest peak since July with both sides heavily striking.Iran has accused the US of hitting a wedding party with one of these strikes, calling it a 'war crime' and retaliating with their own strikes on US bases.Ciara is joined by former Fighter Pilot, Military Analyst and Co-Founder of Red Matrix productions, Sean Bell for the latest, and to discuss what could make both sides come back to the negotiating table.

Throttle-Up® Episode: August 29, 2026 – Tailhook 2026. The Chief of Naval Operations, Admiral Caudle, spoke at the recent Tailhook convention and mentioned the unreplaceable skill of the naval aviator in modern combat. Captain Smith expands on this idea with the example from WWII of Jimmy Thatch and the Thatch Weave. You can find all of Captain Smith’s books, videos, articles and podcasts by going to his TheSonicWarrior.com website.

Russia has threatened they could strike British military bases over the UK's continued support for Ukraine and warned they are “playing with fire” by supplying missile technology.It has also been reported that CIA chief John Ratcliffe told Russian officials not to escalate conflict with the US's NATO allies.Joining Ciara for more on this is former Fighter Pilot, Military Analyst and Co-Host of the ‘Red Matrix' podcast, Sean Bell…

In this episode, Chris Nichols sits down with Sarah, an F-22 Raptor pilot stationed in Okinawa, to discuss her journey from aviation student to combat-ready fighter pilot and instructor candidate. What can bankers learn from fighter pilots? Sarah shares insights on mission planning, continuous learning, decision-making under pressure, and the importance of rigorous debriefs. She also explains how visualization, preparation, and accepting feedback are critical to success in one of the world's most demanding professions.   The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants involved and do not necessarily represent those of SouthState Bank and its employees. SouthState Bank, N.A. - Member FDIC

Throttle-Up® Episode: August 22, 2026 – Problem Solving Part I. Captain Smith makes the challenging statement that the warfighter’s essential skill is to solve the battle problem the first time every time. He explains and expands on this further for his listening audience. Everyone is encouraged to check out TheSonicWarrior.com website to find all of Captain Smith’s books, videos, podcasts and articles.

On this episode of The Ty Brady Way, Ty sits down with former fighter pilot Christian Boucousis to talk about leadership, focus, pressure, and how elite teams improve.   Christian shares how becoming a fighter pilot was a childhood dream. After years of training, he became one of only a few applicants selected for fighter service in Australia. His military career ended when an autoimmune condition made flying too painful, forcing him to reinvent himself.   He later built a large security and humanitarian business in Afghanistan with his best friend, a former British Army paratrooper. The company started with limited money and an old vehicle, but eventually grew into a major operation supporting reconstruction and humanitarian projects.   Ty and Christian discuss how fighter pilots are trained to stay ahead of the jet. If a pilot is only reacting to what is happening, they are already behind. Christian believes the same is true in business. Leaders lose control when they spend the entire day reacting to notifications, meetings, and other people's priorities.   One of the most important habits in fighter pilot culture is the debrief. After every mission, pilots compare what they planned to accomplish with what actually happened. The goal is not to assign blame. It is to identify the gap and improve the next mission.   Christian breaks the process into four questions:   What was the objective?   What was the result?   What caused the gap?   What will we do differently next time?   He also explains why pressure is not always negative. Pressure can sharpen focus and improve performance. Stress develops when pressure continues without recovery, structure, or control.   Christian manages his own schedule by breaking the day into clearly defined missions. Each mission has a specific result, preparation period, execution window, and reflection afterward. This allows him to focus deeply instead of constantly switching between unrelated tasks.   The conversation also explores decision-making. Leaders rarely have perfect information, so waiting for certainty can become another form of avoidance. Christian encourages leaders to make the best decision available, prepare for different outcomes, and adjust when new information appears.   Ty and Christian also discuss meetings. Christian believes most business meetings should last no longer than 15 minutes. Teams should confirm the goal, review progress, identify the gap, and agree on the next action. The remaining time should be used to complete the work.   The episode closes with Christian's distinction between perfection and flawlessness. Perfection means trying to control every result. Flawlessness means giving your best effort to what you can control and adapting to what you cannot.   If you want to make better decisions, protect your focus, and build a team that improves after every mission, this episode is for you.   Connect with Christian on LinkedIn: in/christian-boo-boucousis   Follow @thetybradyway and @christianbooboucousis   As always, we would like to hear from you!  

Col Kevin "Flint" Hicok commanded the 20th Fighter Wing during Operation Midnight Hammer, leading the largest Air Force wing in CENTCOM since Desert Storm. The three-part documentary series is on Afterburn Defense: Part I: https://youtu.be/MgQ_X3Td8a4 Part II: https://youtu.be/GzdL6NMYDso Part III: https://youtu.be/Xc22-2RaGSY Operation Midnight Hammer through the eyes of the people who flew it. This is the full interview with Col. Kevin Hicok, a career F-16 fighter pilot who commanded the F-16 Wild Weasels that flew Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses ahead of the B-2 strike on Iran. Before Iran, the wing fought over Yemen in Operation Rough Rider, a sustained air campaign against Houthi surface-to-air threats. What they learned there is the reason the F-16 Block 50 and the AGM-88 HARM were part of the strike package on June 21st, 2025. These interviews were recorded between December 2025 and January 2026 and preserve firsthand accounts from pilots, maintainers, intelligence officers, and logistics airmen who were there. 0:00 Intro 0:56 Commanding the Largest F-16 Wing in the Air Force 3:49 From a Small Town in Iowa to Fighter Pilot 10:02 Deploying the Whole Wing for the First Time Since Desert Storm 15:23 Operation Rough Rider and the Houthi Drone Threat 17:27 Learning About Operation Midnight Hammer 19:22 Surging 100 More Aircraft and 220 Percent More People 20:20 The Logistics Nobody Sees: Fuel, Water, and 115 Degree Heat 23:17 Sending Airmen Across the Line Into Iran 29:18 When the Last Jet Landed Have a story? Want to Connect? Advertise? https://theafterburnpodcast.com/contact/

Colonel Charles Bussey courageously flew P-51 Mustangs as a fighter pilot in World War II. His training came with the famed Tuskegee Airmen, the all black Army Air Corps unit. Bussey also went on to serve as a decorated Commander of Army engineers during the Korean War. Charles Bussey was a war hero, but his first struggle wasn't in a combat zone overseas. His first battle was at home in what you might call the fight for the right to fight. This is his dramatic story, in his own words. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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What if fear wasn't something holding you back, but something you could learn to use to move forward? On this re-release episode of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer sits down with Michelle "Mace" Curran, former fighter pilot, bestselling author of The Flipside: How to Invert Your Perspective and Turn Fear into Your Superpower, and only the second woman in history to fly as Lead Solo Pilot for the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds. Michelle shares lessons from her extraordinary career about reframing fear, building confidence, navigating self-doubt, and taking bold action when the stakes are high. Kristel and Michelle also explore imposter syndrome, breaking through perceived limitations, and how shifting your perspective can help you move toward your personal and professional goals. Key Takeaways From This Episode: How to reframe fear and use it to move forward Strategies for building confidence and working through self-doubt Michelle's journey as a female fighter pilot and USAF Thunderbird How to navigate imposter syndrome Why changing your perspective can help you break through barriers How to take bold action even when you feel afraid or uncertain Tune in to learn how to change your relationship with fear, strengthen your confidence, and step more boldly into what's possible. ABOUT MICHELLE "MACE" CURRAN: Michelle "Mace" Curran shattered barriers as a combat fighter pilot and only the second woman in history to fly as the Lead Solo Pilot for the USAF Thunderbirds—a role reserved for the best of the best. Now a bestselling author, keynote speaker, and LinkedIn Top Voice, she shares powerful lessons on confidence, leadership, and bold action with audiences worldwide. Michelle has worked with leading brands like Microsoft, SpaceX, Boeing, and PwC, and has been featured on The Kelly Clarkson Show, CBS Evening News, and Glamour. Through her upcoming book, The Flipside: How to Invert Your Perspective and Turn Fear into Your Superpower (Sept 9, 2025), she equips women with the mindset and strategies to push past self-doubt, embrace boldness, and lead authentically.   Connect with Michelle Order Michelle's book: https://a.co/d/63K0A9r  Website: https://macecurran.com/  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/macecurran/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mace_curran/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/macecurran/  About the Host of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer: Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness and performance expert, keynote speaker and TEDx speaker supporting organizations and individuals on their journeys for more happiness and success. She is the author of Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony, and Peak Performance Wherever You Work (John Murray Business November 19, 2024). With Kristel's healthcare background, she provides data driven actionable strategies to leverage happiness and high-power habits to drive growth mindsets, peak performance, profitability, well-being and a culture of excellence. Kristel's keynotes provide insights to "Live Greatly" while promoting leadership development and team building.   Kristel is the creator and host of her global top self-improvement podcast, Live Greatly. She is a contributing writer for Entrepreneur, and she is an influencer in the business and wellness space having been recognized as a Top 10 Social Media Influencer of 2021 in Forbes. As an Integrative Medicine Fellow & Physician Assistant having practiced clinically in Integrative Psychiatry, Kristel has a unique perspective into attaining a mindset for more happiness and success. Kristel has presented to groups from the American Gas Association, Bank of America, bp, Commercial Metals Company, General Mills, Northwestern University, Santander Bank and many more. Kristel has been featured in Forbes, Forest & Bluff Magazine, Authority Magazine & Podcast Magazine and she has appeared on ABC 7 Chicago, WGN Daytime Chicago, Fox 4's WDAF-TV's Great Day KC, and Ticker News. Kristel lives in the Fort Lauderdale, Florida area and she can be booked for speaking engagements worldwide. To Book Kristel as a speaker for your next event, click here. Website: www.livegreatly.co  Follow Kristel Bauer on: Instagram: @livegreatly_co  LinkedIn: Kristel Bauer Twitter: @livegreatly_co Facebook: @livegreatly.co Youtube: Live Greatly, Kristel Bauer To Watch Kristel Bauer's TEDx talk of Redefining Work/Life Balance in a COVID-19 World click here. 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Get a better way to stay informed at https://ground.news/winston and see through biased media. Subscribe through my link for 40% off unlimited access.In this episode of The Winston Marshall Show, I sit down with former fighter pilot turned YouTuber, Max Afterburner, for a fascinating conversation on the Iran War, AI, drones, and the future of modern warfare. We discuss Iran's military capabilities, America's depleted missile stockpiles, the possibility of a ground invasion, the Strait of Hormuz, Elon Musk's prediction that fighter pilots will become obsolete, and how AI is transforming the battlefield.Our show is independently supported by you, consider signing up to our substack to get added benefits like ad-free and extended episodes here: https://www.winstonmarshall.co.uk/Chapters 00:00 How the Iran War Changed Modern Warfare 01:30 AI Is Transforming the Battlefield 03:38 Who Really Hit the School in Iraq? 08:25 Mossad, Cyber Warfare & Iran's Surveillance 09:36 How Iran Is Using AI 10:35 Is America Running Out of Missiles? 15:53 Is the Iran War Weakening America Against China? 18:38 Can America Actually Win the Iran War? 22:34 Why Iran Won't Back Down 25:04 Could There Be a Ground Invasion of Iran? 28:00 Arming an Iranian Rebellion 34:19 Why Kharg Island Matters 37:17 The Future of Fighter Pilots 41:40 Elon Musk: Are Manned Fighter Jets Obsolete? 44:00 Max's Real-Life Encounter With Iranian Fighters 47:26 How Dangerous Is Iran's Air Force? 48:48 America's Secret Advantage in Drone Warfare 51:11 The F-47: America's Next-Generation Fighter 52:52 Ghost Murmur & America's Secret Military Technology 55:13 How the Iran and Ukraine Wars Are Connected 57:20 Is Ukraine Running Out of Missile Defences? 01:00:05 Best & Worst Case Scenarios for America 01:02:49 Max Afterburner's New Book: Take Command

Book a call: https://remnantfinance.com/calendarEmail us at info@remnantfinance.com or visit https://remnantfinance.com for more informationFOLLOW REMNANT FINANCEYoutube: @RemnantFinance (https://www.youtube.com/@RemnantFinance)Facebook: @remnantfinance (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560694316588)Twitter: @remnantfinance (https://x.com/remnantfinance)TikTok: @RemnantFinanceDon't forget to hit LIKE and SUBSCRIBEFor the first time on the show, Hans sits down with a client. Major Jonathan Wright is an active duty Air Force F-35 pilot who started his first policy in December 2023 and has been listening since episode one. Before the financial conversation, he walks through how he got here: growing up in Knoxville, following his father to Embry-Riddle, earning a fighter track slot at ENJJPT, and then giving up the F-16 he had wanted since childhood when a 24 hour window opened to become one of the first Air Force pilots to fly the Navy's EA-18G Growler. Two deployments later, including a Christmas Day flight of nearly nine hours, he transitioned to the F-35 and now flies red air at Nellis.Major Wright is candid about the hesitations, including his first assumption that IBC was a grift and the shock of routing that much of a paycheck into base premium and PUA. Four years in, the family holds five policies, and he walks through the four turnkey rental properties and the options account he funded with policy loans, the dividend that grows each year, and why he weights death benefit heavily with three kids at home. Chapters 00:00 – Opening segment 05:05 – Embry-Riddle, ROTC, and building hours for a pilot slot 09:50 – ENJJPT, NATO classmates, and selection for the F-16 13:25 – Trading the Viper for the Growler on 24 hours notice 16:10 – Al Udeid, jamming comms over Syria, and eight hour sorties 19:40 – Misawa, and the start of 2020 22:50 – The F-15C, F-22, F-16, and F-35 compared 32:55 – Congress, the Fed, and the defense contracting loop 35:00 – Navy versus Air Force squadron culture 38:15 – Call signs, and the story behind Bundy 43:45 – The 2019 flu shot and what happened that night 50:40 – The COVID czar, quarantine, and four weeks in a room 53:25 – Credibility, compliance, and what it cost 58:15 – The F-35 transition course and arriving at Eielson 59:25 – The mandate, the RAR, the LORs, and three months grounded 01:02:45 – Meeting Cassidy, marriage, and three kids 01:08:50 – Finding IBC and reading Nelson Nash 01:12:45 – The hesitations: premium, PUA, and "is this a Ponzi scheme?" 01:19:35 – Rental properties, options, and the dividend 01:23:15 – What his finances looked like before 01:26:00 – The gap between IBC and conventional planning 01:28:50 – Closing segmentKey TakeawaysThe debrief process is the through line of this episode. Fighter pilots take a problem, list every contributing factor, isolate the primary one, name a root cause, and produce a fix.Doors that open unexpectedly are worth walking through. Giving up the F-16 closed a lifelong goal but put him in a Navy squadron, then in the F-35 community, and eventually in the group chat where he met both his wife and this show. Being good with money by conventional standards is not the same as having a system. Before IBC, he maxed his TSP and his Roth IRA, carried no debt, and kept an emergency fund, and he would have passed any mainstream checkup with high marks.What he does now is layered rather than singular. The policies are the foundation, and the cash value funds rental properties and an options account while continuing to grow inside the contract. 

Before he became Snowbird 1, Major Maciej "Match" Hatta spent years fighting for the chance to fly.In Part 1 of this three-part series, Match shares the story behind his journey from Air Cadets in Milton, Ontario, to the cockpit of the CF-18 Hornet. He reflects on the VHS tape that sparked a lifelong dream, the vision issues that nearly ended his career before it began, the challenges of military flight training, and the determination that carried him through Moose Jaw, Fighter Lead-In Training, and operational service.The conversation also explores flying NORAD missions, deploying on 22 combat sorties over Libya, and the lessons that shaped him long before he would one day lead the Canadian Forces Snowbirds.Join us as we begin the story behind The Boss.Chapters(00:00:58) Introduction and bio(00:03:09) Where did aviation start for you?(00:05:44) When did flying become the dream?(00:06:57) The importance of Air Cadets(00:08:48) Glider and power courses with Air Cadets(00:09:52) From Air Cadets to the Canadian Armed Forces(00:10:32) A charted path or uncertainty?(00:11:16) Vision issues nearly end the dream(00:14:51) How Match earned his pilot medical(00:16:48) Keeping the dream alive(00:19:39) Phase 1 flight training(00:21:26) Arriving in Moose Jaw(00:23:16) What kind of student pilot was Match?(00:24:36) How Match stopped getting airsick(00:25:36) What came naturally and what humbled him(00:28:05) When fighters became realistic(00:33:24) Jumping into FLIT(00:37:34) What comes after FLIT?(00:39:33) Learning the CF-18 Hornet(00:43:53) The flying is not the mission(00:44:23) Surprises of operational fighter life(00:47:52) Flying NORAD missions(00:55:47) Does air-to-air refuelling ever stop being intimidating?(00:57:35) Flying 22 combat sorties over Libya(00:58:37) The first combat mission(01:01:32) Learning from mistakes(01:02:46) How military flying changed his perspective(01:07:02) Thanks and what's next!Check out the video that started it all!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=24Z1Q1JBnSkCONTINUE THE FLIGHTEXPLORE THE LOGBOOKMore stories from RCAF and mission aviation pilots.https://podpilotproject.transistor.fm/episodes

What does it take to lead one of the most iconic airports on earth while rebuilding it from the ground up with the Olympics two years away? In this episode of The Leadership Enigma, Adam Pacifico sits down with John Ackerman, CEO of Los Angeles World Airports, the organisation behind LAX a gateway that welcomes 75 million passengers a year and employs 50,000 people every single day. John shares his remarkable non-linear journey from Marine Corps Harrier jet pilot, to airline captain, to his first ever CEO role leading a $30 billion transformation of one of the most recognised airports in the world. He opens up about the reality he walked into crumbling infrastructure, a negative employee NPS score, and a workforce that had been let down and why his very first decision was to put people above everything else, including customers and airlines. This is a conversation about servant leadership, legacy, and what it really means to lead under pressure and public scrutiny. In this episode you will hear about: - The Marine Corps "leader eats last" lesson that shaped John's entire leadership philosophy - Why LAX had a negative employee Net Promoter Score and how they climbed out of it - The decision to prioritise employees over airlines and customers and the gasps it caused - The $30 billion transformation programme and how John leads it under full public and political scrutiny - Putting the soul of Los Angeles back into LAX ahead of the 2028 Olympics - The secret plans for the world's most famous airport building the iconic Theme Building - Why John went from dismissing HR to believing it is absolutely everything If you lead a team, a business, or an organisation going through change, this episode will challenge and inspire how you think about people-first leadership.

Craig takes to the skies with the U.S. Navy's elite "Gladiator Squadron". Also, a "Clueless" TV show sequel is in the works. Plus, Michael B. Jordan is getting called out on the internet for his signature red carpet pose. And, Tom Holland weighs in on what life would be like if another actor was Spider-Man. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

SummaryIn this episode, Chris McShanag, CEO of Virtual Teammate, shares insights on building remote teams, leveraging AI, and scaling businesses effectively. Discover practical strategies for hiring, leadership, and creating a cohesive remote culture.TakeawaysRemote team building and managementAI-enabled virtual teams and productivityHiring strategies and cultural fitLeadership and communication in remote settingsBusiness scaling and operational efficiencyChapters00:00 Introduction to Chris McShanag and Virtual Teammate01:19 Chris's Entrepreneurial Journey and Healthcare Focus03:01 The Shift to Remote Support in Healthcare04:11 Controlling Your Destiny as an Entrepreneur06:04 Parallels Between F1, Fighter Pilots, and Business07:07 Creating Clear Processes and Outcomes for Remote Teams08:04 Hiring and Building the Right Virtual Team09:06 Common Mistakes in Remote Hiring10:00 Aligning Tasks with the Highest Value10:57 Effective Communication and Performance Tracking12:05 Team Roles and Specialization in Remote Settings12:54 Building Company Culture with Virtual Teams13:51 Delegation Framework: Do, Defer, Delete15:09 Overcoming Challenges in Scaling with Virtual Support16:05 Assessing When Virtual Teams Are a Good Fit17:04 Lessons Learned from Entrepreneurial Challenges17:59 The Role of AI in Virtual Teams18:47 Ensuring Human Accountability with AI Tools20:08 Maximizing Productivity and Engagement in Remote Teams 21:03 Building a Cohesive Global Culture21:53 Success Traits of Effective Remote Leaders23:04 Limitations of AI and Human Intervention23:50 Avoiding Premature Outsourcing25:12 The Power of Personal Connection in Virtual Teams26:06 Encouraging Virtual Team Engagement and Leadership27:04 Impact of Virtual Teams on Global Economy28:11 The Future of AI and Human Collaboration28:54 Building a Legacy and Positive Impact in Healthcare30:05 Final Advice for Entrepreneurs and Business Leaders30:58 Where to Connect with Chris and Virtual TeammateLearn more: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-mcshanag/https://virtualteammate.com/Credits:Hosted by Ryan RoghaarProduced by Ryan RoghaarTheme music: "Perfect Day" by OPM  The Eggs Podcast Spotify playlist:bit.ly/eggstunesThe Plugs:The Show: eggsthepodcast.com@eggsthepodcast on X and InstagramMike "DJ Ontic": Shows and info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠djontic.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@djontic on twitterRyan Roghaar:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rogha.ar⁠⁠

In fighter jet aviation, errors can be fatal -- so the systems built around learning from them have to actually work. My guest is Christian "Boo" Boucousis, a former Royal Australian Air Force fighter pilot and CEO of Afterburner, a leadership firm that has spent three decades translating combat aviation discipline into frameworks for business leaders. Episode page with links and more Boo's favorite mistake is really a reframe of the whole concept: in fighter pilot culture, there's no word for "mistake," only outcomes to debrief. He tells the story of his first mission as a commander, which ended in a visible, ten-second failure in front of three of the most senior leaders in the Air Force -- and how every one of them owned their own error first in the debrief that followed. That moment became the foundation for ORCA (Objective, Result, Cause, Action), the method he now teaches business leaders to replace blame with structured learning. We also get into the difference between "perfect" and "flawless," why an estimated 86 percent of leaders may carry undiagnosed perfectionism, and how that shows up as a need for control at work. If you lead a team and want a more honest way to talk about what went wrong, this conversation is for you.

Faith under pressure:  Lt. Col Phill Cochran spent over two decades flying the F-16 Fighting Falcon and training new Air Force fighter pilots. He also spent 23 years as a preacher (and father of seven). His new book, Lessons Learned at the Speed of Sound, brings those two worlds together, using the vivid realities of combat aviation to powerfully illustrate the Christian life.Book: https://churchandfamilylife.com/products/698f584179a972d7cf70c810*Originally aired on Faith Radio Network; posted with permission. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faith-works-live-with-rebekah-haynie--5411714/support.

Dr. Phil continues his coverage of the government's UAP disclosures by speaking with former U.S Navy Lieutenant and F-18 pilot, Ryan Graves, who has over a decade of service, including two deployments in Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Inherent Resolve. While flying with the NAVY, Ryan witnessed firsthand advanced UAPs and is considered the first active-duty pilot to come forward publicly about regular UAP sightings. Dr. Phil will speak with Ryan about the UAPs he's seen as a pilot, the flight maneuvers they are performing that are not of this world, and the fear that is keeping many military and commercial pilots from reporting what they are witnessing in our skies. Don't wait! If you're on Medicare or will be soon, reach out to Chapter: Call: (352)-845-0659 or go to https://askchapter.org to learn about your Medicare options and get help finding ways to save money.Retirement Ready? Get up to $20,000 in FREE Gold & Silver with a qualified purchase. Text ASKPHIL to 50505 or visit https://DrPhilgold.comHighLevel: If you own a small business, don't skip this. Reclaim your life. Automate your business. Transform your overwhelmed business into an automated powerhouse in just minutes. Summer of AI Is Here! Get 5 FREE AI Tools All Summer Long. Visit: https://DrPhil.com/Business and get your life back on track.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This is a 3-part series. Best if viewed on Afterburn Defense Youtube.  Part I: https://youtu.be/MgQ_X3Td8a4 Part II: https://youtu.be/GzdL6NMYDso Part III: https://youtu.be/Xc22-2RaGSY Operation Midnight Hammer through the eyes of the F-16 Wild Weasel pilots who flew it. This is the firsthand account of the 55th Fighter Squadron and the 20th Fighter Wing. These are the pilots who fly Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses, known as SEAD, the crews who went in first to suppress Iranian air defenses, and the ground support teams who made the mission possible. Part three covers the mission to strike Iran's nuclear facilities. Recorded between December 2025 and January 2026, this series preserves the experiences of the people who were there, in their own words. Air Force Officer Qualifying Test (AFOQT) Prep with AFOQT Wingman https://afoqtwingman.com/Code: AFTERBURN for 10% off

A New Episode of the FOR ETERNIA PODCAST, the Official Podcast of He-Mania.com has hit the airwaves!   In this latest episode, AJ and “Masters of the Universe” Movie (2026) stunt performer and actor JJ Battell discuss the story behind the many characters he played in the "Masters of the Universe" movie, the Fright Fighter Pilot, being impaled to Spikor, behind the scenes details and so much more!   So please join us for this very fun discussion!   Visit us at He-Mania.com!   And please follow JJ Battell on Instagram @ jj_battell

Christian Boucousis (@christianbooboucousis) was the youngest ever Royal Australian Air Force Pilot, earning the call sign "Boo" which has become his personal brand. His business Afterburner brings together a high-performing team of fighter pilots to teach businesses how they can leverage the power of the fighter pilot mindset. They've transformed performance at 3,500+ companies like Google, Pfizer, Microsoft, Apple, Nike, American Express, IBM, & Marriott, just to name a few. They've worked with 17 NFL teams, helping two win Super Bowls, including the record-breaking Super Bowl XLVI, when the New York Giants became the first team in history to reach the Super Bowl with a negative point differential (394 scored vs. 400 against). Boo has been featured on national outlets like The Today Show, New York Times, & Fox Business, and is the author of The Afterburner Advantage and upcoming Flawless Leadership. In our conversation today, we discuss how the fighter pilot mindset allows you to communicate better and how the key to leadership is doing what's right, not worrying about who is right.  Connect: https://callmeboo.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-boo-boucousis/ CAPTAIN: THE ATHLETE'S GUIDE TO BEING AN EXCEPTIONAL TEAM LEADER is now live on Amazon!  CLICK HERE TO ORDER We are constantly asked "where have all the leaders gone?" Now more than ever, it is up to schools, clubs and coaches to develop our leaders, and this new book is a perfect guide to train and develop them. It is filled with stories of champion team captains on the professional and college level, Hall of Fame coaches, and more, and is a masterclass on leadership. Your athletes will learn from leaders such as Carles Puyol Abby Wambach, Tim Duncan, Shane Battier, Richie McCaw, Carla Overbeck and Simone Biles. It will help your athletes understand the qualities needed to lead, the responsibilities they must accept, and the most common challenges they will face. The chapters are short and sweet and have discussion questions so that your leaders can work through them together and set your team up for great success. The book also comes with a  FREE downloadable 10-session curriculum so you can guide your team or the leaders in your school or club through the entire book.  FOR ORDERS OF 10 OR MORE, WE OFFER A $5 PER BOOK DISCOUNT. EMAIL John@ChangingTheGameProject.com to place your order. BOOK A SPEAKER: Interested in having John or one of our speaking team present to your school, club or coaching event, either in person or virtually? Looking for leadership training for your student athletes, a coach development workshop or parent education? We are still booking Fall 2026 events, please email us to set up an introductory call John@ChangingTheGameProject.com PUT IN YOUR BULK BOOK ORDERS FOR OUR BESTSELLING BOOKS, AND JOIN 2026 CHAMPIONSHIP TEAMS FROM SYRACUSE MENS LAX, UNC AND NAVY WOMENS LAX, AND MORE! These are just the most recent championship teams using THE CHAMPION TEAMMATE book with their athletes and support teams. Many of these coaches are also getting THE CHAMPION SPORTS PARENT so their team parents can be part of a successful culture. Schools and clubs are using EVERY MOMENT MATTERS for staff development and book clubs. Are you?  We have been fulfilling numerous bulk orders for some of the top high school and collegiate sports programs in the country, will your team be next? Click here to visit John's author page on Amazon Click here to visit Jerry's author page on Amazon Please email John@ChangingTheGameProject.com if you want discounted pricing on 10 or more books on any of our books. Thanks everyone. This week's podcast is brought to you by our friends at Sprocket Sports.  Sprocket Sports is a software platform for youth sports clubs.  Yeah, there are a lot of these systems out there, but Sprocket provides the full enchilada. They give you all the cool front-end stuff to make your club look good– like websites, communication tools and marketing tools – AND all the back-end transactions and services to run your business better so you can focus on what really matters – your players and your teams. Sprocket is built for those clubs looking to thrive, not just survive, in the competitive world of youth sports clubs.  So if you've been looking for a true business partner – not just another app – check them out today at https://sprocketsports.me/CTG.

One of the most common assumptions in business is that responsibility should be earned only after years of experience.After more than two decades as a Navy F/A-18 fighter pilot and instructor, Jason Knapp came to a different conclusion: capability often follows responsibility, provided organizations are willing to invest in training, honest feedback, and continuous learning.That philosophy shaped his transition into clean energy, where he worked across battery manufacturing, supply chains, and policy advocacy, helping lawmakers better understand the technologies shaping America's energy future. Now, after years of advocating from outside government, Jason is running for Congress because he believes the people writing energy policy should understand the technologies, industries, and communities those decisions affect.This isn't a conversation about politics. It's about leadership, organizational culture, and why expertise belongs in the rooms where important decisions get made.Expect to learn:

In a world where truth is often distorted and confusion reigns, one man is on a mission to bring sanity back to America. This episode of the Carl Jackson Show is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the importance of spiritual discipline in their daily lives. Join Carl as he sits down with Lieutenant Colonel Phil Cochrane, a fighter pilot turned pastor, to discuss his new devotional book, Lessons Learned at the Speed of Sound. In this inspiring conversation, Lieutenant Colonel Cochrane shares his personal story of how his experiences as a fighter pilot have shaped his faith and inspired him to write his book. He talks about the importance of spiritual discipline and how it can be applied to everyday life, using analogies from his flying experiences to illustrate key principles. From the dangers of small errors compounding over time to the need for critical action procedures in the face of spiritual challenges, Lieutenant Colonel Cochrane offers practical advice for living a life of purpose and faith. One of the most striking aspects of this conversation is the way Lieutenant Colonel Cochrane weaves together his experiences as a fighter pilot with his Christian faith. He talks about the importance of debriefing after each day, reflecting on what went well and what didn't, and using that reflection to inform his decisions and actions moving forward. He also discusses the need for Christians to be proactive in their faith, to "buffet" themselves and stay on course, rather than simply going through the motions. If you're looking for a fresh perspective on what it means to live a life of purpose and faith, this episode is a must-listen. Join Carl and Lieutenant Colonel Cochrane as they explore the intersection of faith and everyday life, and discover practical ways to apply spiritual discipline in your own life. Follow Carl Jackson:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carljacksonradioX/Twitter: https://twitter.com/carljacksonshowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarljacksonshowWebsite: http://www.TheCarlJacksonShow.comStore: https://CarlJacksonStore.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a world where truth is often distorted and confusion reigns, one man is on a mission to bring sanity back to America. This episode of the Carl Jackson Show is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the importance of spiritual discipline in their daily lives. Join Carl as he sits down with Lieutenant Colonel Phil Cochrane, a fighter pilot turned pastor, to discuss his new devotional book, Lessons Learned at the Speed of Sound. In this inspiring conversation, Lieutenant Colonel Cochrane shares his personal story of how his experiences as a fighter pilot have shaped his faith and inspired him to write his book. He talks about the importance of spiritual discipline and how it can be applied to everyday life, using analogies from his flying experiences to illustrate key principles. From the dangers of small errors compounding over time to the need for critical action procedures in the face of spiritual challenges, Lieutenant Colonel Cochrane offers practical advice for living a life of purpose and faith. One of the most striking aspects of this conversation is the way Lieutenant Colonel Cochrane weaves together his experiences as a fighter pilot with his Christian faith. He talks about the importance of debriefing after each day, reflecting on what went well and what didn't, and using that reflection to inform his decisions and actions moving forward. He also discusses the need for Christians to be proactive in their faith, to "buffet" themselves and stay on course, rather than simply going through the motions. If you're looking for a fresh perspective on what it means to live a life of purpose and faith, this episode is a must-listen. Join Carl and Lieutenant Colonel Cochrane as they explore the intersection of faith and everyday life, and discover practical ways to apply spiritual discipline in your own life. Follow Carl Jackson:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carljacksonradioX/Twitter: https://twitter.com/carljacksonshowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarljacksonshowWebsite: http://www.TheCarlJacksonShow.comStore: https://CarlJacksonStore.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A teenager rage-hacks a Tetris leaderboard and becomes a millionaire by 18. Now Tal Kollender breaks into companies for a living—and fixes whatever made that possible. We talk about that and Anthropic's Mythos, which is a cyber idyll for our time.Make yourself harder to find, harder to hit: https://joindeleteme.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Operation Midnight Hammer through the eyes of the F-16 Wild Weasel pilots who flew it. This is the firsthand account of the 55th Fighter Squadron and the 20th Fighter Wing. These are the pilots who fly Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses, known as SEAD, the crews who went in first to suppress Iranian air defenses, and the ground support teams who made the mission possible.  Part two covers the mission planning and the thoughts of the pilots and other squadron members when they thought of the upcoming mission to strike Iran's nuclear facilities. Recorded between December 2025 and January 2026, this series preserves the experiences of the people who were there, in their own words.  This is Part 2 of a 3-part series. Have a story? https://theafterburnpodcast.com/contact/ Commonly used Acronyms: https://www.lowdownnews.us/p/operation-midnight-hammer Air Force Officer Qualifying Test (AFOQT) Prep with AFOQT Wingman https://afoqtwingman.com/Code: AFTERBURN for 10% off

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This episode was designed for video. Watch this episode for text and graphical explanations: https://youtu.be/EDnLrP_45fk Operation Midnight Hammer through the eyes of the F-16 Wild Weasel pilots who flew it. This is the firsthand account of the 55th Fighter Squadron and the 20th Fighter Wing. These are the pilots who fly Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses, known as SEAD, the crews who went in first to suppress Iranian air defenses, and the ground support teams who made the mission possible.  Part One covers Operation Rough Rider, the air campaign over Yemen in the spring of 2025 that put these pilots into combat months before Iran. What they learned there is the reason they were ready for what came next. Recorded between December 2025 and January 2026, this series preserves the experiences of the people who were there, in their own words.  This is Part 1 of a 3-part series.  Commonly used Acronyms: https://www.lowdownnews.us/p/operation-midnight-hammer  The full one-on-one interview episodes are coming soon to  @afterburnpodcast  Air Force Officer Qualifying Test (AFOQT) Prep with AFOQT Wingman https://afoqtwingman.com/Code: AFTERBURN for 10% off