Podcasts about jtacs

Welcome to FractureLine: the official weekly news feed from the Chest Wall Injury Society, where we will listen to all the bottom-line CWIS updates, shout-outs, fun facts, and weekly banter! This week's episode welcomes Dr. Babak Sarani, MD, FACS, FCCM (George Washington University Hosptial & CWIS President) & Dr. Fred Pieracci, MD (Denver Health, Denver, CO & Previous CWIS President). These two have been working on and recently published their article in JTACS (8/22/24) "Contemporary management of patients with multiple rib fractures: What you need to know." This article is the next in line as part of the JTACS series on foundational topics that every surgeon (chest wall enthusiastic or otherwise) should know! It is likely still available for free viewing and download! As always, SarahAnn, Dr. White, & Dr. Bauman joined us. Come dive in!

Send us a textOnes Ready Podcast - Your inside look into the United States Air Force Special Operations Community. In this episode, we sit down with former TacP and author Ethan Brown, who takes us deep into the world of Joint Terminal Attack Controllers (JTACs). From clearing up misconceptions about their role to sharing stories from the battlefield, Ethan pulls no punches. Discover how these elite warriors call in airstrikes with pinpoint precision, what it means to control life-or-death decisions, and how their communication skills are just as deadly as their firepower. Ethan also opens up about his compelling book trilogy, which reveals the true stories and sacrifices behind JTACs in the War on Terror. Whether you're a veteran, an aspiring operator, or just a military enthusiast, you won't want to miss this eye-opening conversation. Tune in for insight, adrenaline, and the untold stories of those on the front lines of America's battles.Hit play now! And when you're done, make sure to check out Ethan's book, "Visual Friendlies, Tally Target: How Close Air Support in the War on Terror Changed the Way America Made War: Volume I - Invasions" on Amazon or wherever you buy your digital products. Also, make sure to keep your eyes peeled for the rest of the series!Get your copy today, here - https://a.co/d/0XzwqyaChapters00:00 Introduction and Background of Ethan Brown03:08 Ethan's Journey to TacP05:52 The Power of a JTAC09:12 Misconceptions and Responsibilities of JTACs11:59 The Importance of Communication in Combat15:01 The Role of JTACs in the War on Terror17:56 The Evolution of Special Operations21:05 Fratricide and Lessons Learned23:48 The Future of JTACs and Special Operations27:02 Ethan's Book Trilogy Overview30:04 Closing Thoughts and Book PromotionSupport the showJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9aFBBZoBcQk8UUN_pO7nDA/joinBuzzsprout Subscription page: https://www.buzzsprout.com/680894/subscribeCollabs:Ones Ready - OnesReady.com 18A Fitness - Promo Code: 1ReadyATACLete - Follow the URL (no promo code): ATACLeteCardoMax - Promo Code: ONESREADYHoist - Promo Code: ONESREADYThe content provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The host, guests, and affiliated entities do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information provided. The use of this podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship, and the podcast is not liable for any damages resulting from its use. Any mention of products or individuals does not constitute an endorsement. All content is protected by intellectual property laws....

Welcome back to the team room! This week is special because Trent and Peaches had the opportunity to sit down with former SOF TACP, Wes Bryant. In this conversation, Wes shares his journey from joining the Air Force, to operating at the highest levels of SOF, to transitioning out and finding a new way to serve. His book, "Hunting the Caliphate: America's War on ISIS and the Dawn of the Strike Cell" is live now on Amazon and Wes has been hitting on all cylinders. Wes discusses his experiences in Iraq and Afghanistan, highlighting the importance of JTACs in air-ground operations. He explains the role of JTACs as air power integrators and advisors to ground commanders. Wes also talks about the establishment of the kinetic strike cell and the transition from being on the ground to working with screens.During the conversation, Wes Bryant working with General Pittard and the leadership qualities he admired in him. Wes shares his insights on the challenges of the approval process for air strikes and the complexities of relationships in combat zones. He offers advice for those looking to join Air Force Special Warfare and emphasizes the importance of research and perseverance.We hope you liked this one and make sure to pick up Wes's book, Hunting the Caliphate: America's War on ISIS and the Dawn of the Strike Cell here - https://www.amazon.com/Hunting-Caliphate-Americas-ISIS-Strike/dp/1642930555 - 00:00 Introduction and Background01:28 Entering the Air Force and Transitioning to TACP03:16 Challenges in Dive School and Transition to TACP06:08 Returning to Dive School and Graduating07:45 Transitioning to PJ Pipeline and Leaving08:41 Returning to TACP and Deploying to Iraq09:24 Transitioning to ST TACP and Selection13:55 Experiences in Iraq and Afghanistan17:51 Importance of JTACs in Air-Ground Operations19:18 Role of Air Force JTACs in Ground Maneuver Units21:49 Understanding ROE and Decision-Making23:12 The Complexity of the JTAC Role25:23 The Kinetic Strike Cell and Targeting Operations33:32 Establishment of the Strike Cell and Transition to Screens37:56 Frustrations and Challenges in the Strike Cell39:43 Hunting the Caliphate40:32 Working with General Pittard41:23 General Pittard's Leadership42:16 Running Strike Operations in Syria43:16 Writing the Book with General Pittard45:09 Editing the Book46:13 The Enlisted PersCollabs:Ones Ready - OnesReady.com 18A Fitness - Promo Code: 1ReadyAlpha Brew Coffee Company - Promo Code: ONESREADYATACLete - Follow the URL (no promo code): ATACLeteCardoMax - Promo Code: ONESREADYDread River - Promo Code: ONESREADY Eberlestock - Promo Code: OR10Hoist - Promo Code: ONESREADYTrench Coffee Company - Promo Code: ONESREADYThe content provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The host, guests, and affiliated entities do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information provided. The use of this podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship, and the podcast is not liable for any damages resulting from its use. Any mention of products or individuals does not consti...

In this episode of the Ones Ready Podcast, we welcome Chief Sjoholm, who shares his inspiring Air Force journey. Chief Sjoholm's career began in 2001, originating from Wisconsin, and found his path in the world of Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA). Spanning over two decades, he played a pivotal role in the evolution of the RPA community, witnessing its transformation from an intelligence-focused asset to a crucial element in both combat and support roles.Chief Sjoholm provides insights into the operational challenges and achievements of working with MQ1 and MQ9 platforms. He underscores the vital role of these aircraft in intelligence and persistent attack, as well as their importance in coordination with JTACs and combat controllers, highlighting the dynamic and critical nature of RPAs in modern warfare.Transitioning to his current role as a group chief at McConnell, working with KC-46 and KC-135 tankers, Chief Sjoholm discusses the extensive responsibilities within Air Mobility Command (AMC). He emphasizes the significance of every role in AMC, from pilots to ground support, in ensuring successful mission outcomes.Offering advice to the younger generation interested in the Air Force, Chief Sjoholm stresses that joining the military doesn't mean losing one's identity. Instead, it's about enhancing who you are and seizing opportunities for growth. He highlights the Air Force's capacity to offer personal and professional development, helping individuals find their purpose.This episode is an essential listen for those curious about the Air Force, providing a unique perspective on the evolving role of RPAs and the critical importance of AMC in military operations. Chief Sjoholm's story is a powerful example of adaptability, commitment, and the impact of teamwork in addressing global challenges.Collabs:Ones Ready - OnesReady.com 18A Fitness - Promo Code: 1ReadyAlpha Brew Coffee Company - Promo Code: ONESREADYATACLete - Follow the URL (no promo code): ATACLeteCardoMax - Promo Code: ONESREADYDread River - Promo Code: ONESREADY Eberlestock - Promo Code: OR10Hoist - Promo Code: ONESREADYTrench Coffee Company - Promo Code: ONESREADYThe content provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The host, guests, and affiliated entities do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information provided. The use of this podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship, and the podcast is not liable for any damages resulting from its use. Any mention of products or individuals does not consti...

This edition features stories on the beginning of the voluntary phase of the NCO retraining program this year, a workshop for commanders and leaders to improve their actionable strategic planning framework and standardizing strategic dialogue, Airman treating teeth in Africa as a part of exercise MEDFLAG 2009, Airmen training to prepare for possibly encountering improvised explosive devices (IEDs) while deployed to combat zones, Joint Terminal Attack Controllers (JTACs) from the U.S. working with allies JTACs using the Remotely Operated Video Enhanced Receiver (ROVER) training device, and the U.S. Air Force Academy being named the “Best Baccalaureate College” in the West by for the third year in a row by U.S. News and World Report. Hosted by Tech Sgt. Chris Decker.

This edition features stories on the Air Force Sitting Volleyball Team advancing to the semi-finals in the inaugural Warrior Games, Yokota Airmen working with their Japanese counterparts during a joint air drop, the Defense Department launching the Military Family Life Project, an Airman who uses his 18 years experience as a Joint Terminal Attack Controller [JTAC] to train the next generation of Forward Air Controllers [FACs] and JTACs, and Airmen from the 332nd Air Expeditionary Wing [332 AEW] stationed at Joint Base Balad spending time with orphaned Iraqi children for a day of fun and sharing quality time. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Alina Richard.

Yonel Dorelis is a search and rescue pilot that retired from the military after serving with four branches. He started as a Marine officer and transferred to the Navy as a CH-46 pilot. After leaving the Navy, he joined the Army National Guard as a Huey pilot before finally joining active duty Air Force as an HH-60 Combat Search and Rescue pilot. Join us for this wild ride.Support the showpatreon.com/formeractionguysjcramergraphics.comANGLICOshop.com00:00:00 Intro / Military Influences00:06:52 Traveling to Normandy and Bellau Wood00:14:43 Becoming a Marine Officer00:23:03 Switching to the Navy00:28:07 Midrats00:32:49 Lead By Example00:37:24 Flight School00:41:05 Switching to the Army National Guard00:43:42 Switching to the Air Force00:45:31 9/11 Happens00:48:05 Favorite Aircraft00:49:31 CH-53 vs Chinook 00:53:07 ANGLICO00:56:26 Marine Corps Axes Snipers01:04:19 Operation Anaconda01:11:51 Wild Medevac 01:20:21 Different GWOT Medevac Platforms01:26:56 Coming into a Hot LZ01:34:50 Medevac Makes You Cold01:39:44 Acting01:45:23 Military Culture01:59:41 JTACs

On this episode we talk with Eagle Wu from Vinci-VR. Eagle created the company while he was a Sophomore in College and it took of from there. We talk about how he made the transition into DoD innovation. He talks about how he is changing the way JTACs train for combat. The challenges that come from the need to physically move while in VR, and he shares his experiences working with JTACs.If you would like to contact Eagle you can reach him here:ewu@vinci-vr.comand check out their websitewww.vinci-vr.comIf you would like to contact us email us at:info@kodiakshack.comor check out our websitekodiakshack.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/kodiak-shack-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In November of 2016, Mosul was the epicenter of the intense battle to drive ISIS out of Iraq. CNN reporter Arwa Damon, her cameraman, and an Iraqi security convoy were ambushed and trapped behind ISIS enemy lines. A US Navy SEAL platoon quickly activated to save them. However, as hundreds of ISIS fighters were closing in, the only chance of a rescue was with the assistance of incredibly precise and powerful air strikes. Luckily, embedded with the SEALs that day was our guest: former US Air Force Technical Sergeant Josh Apple.When most people hear about air strikes they think of missiles launched from miles and miles away. However, when Americans are in contact with the enemy, ‘Danger Close' air strikes often turn the tide of the battle. These strikes are not possible without the incredible work of a Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC), also often referred to as Air Combat Controllers, who are on the ground directing lethal air assets in real-time with remarkable precision. Under-appreciated and under-reported, it is impossible to overstate the critical role JTACs play in US military operations worldwide. When Josh Apple and the SEALs received word that a reporter and her cameraman were being closed in on in urban Mosul, they knew the stakes were enormous. The race to save them was a race against fatal consequences, which likely would have played out in the very public fashion which ISIS prefers. Josh Apple is the recipient of the Bronze Star Medal for Combat Action. We are honored that he took the time to tell this amazing story and we thank him and all of our Air Combat Controllers for their vital and truly spectacular work.Thanks for listening and don't forget to download, subscribe, rate, and review Heroes Behind Headlines.The Short Box: A Comic Book Podcast Join four lifelong friends for entertaining discussions about comics and culture.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Blue Canary: For Cops By a CopWho approaches the scene first risking their lives for the safety of others? We do. The...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

In January 2022, John Spencer traveled to the UK to observe a British Army Warfighting Experiment. The experiment was one of many that allows the British Army to partner with the innovation community and industry to explore technological possibilities to address the specific challenges of urban warfighting. In this episode, John speaks to Rob Taylor, CEO of a UK-based organization that specializes in developing immersive close-combat training facilities and opportunities. Rob describes the January experiment, which tested a unique capability to integrate combined arms into small unit urban warfare training—including incorporating snipers, mortars, JTACs, and other capabilities into a live, indoor training event.

The 2022 JTAC Symposium was held in  Zanzibar Island, Tanzania, it was a decadent event filled with all sorts of notable JTACs, TACPs, and SOTACs.  As always the highlight of the event was the vibrant discussion between the host and the top nominees. This is truly a show you won't want to miss! So click that button and get ready to enjoy!Adult content warningSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sechaltpodcast)

When we think about regionalization of care, particularly in the setting of trauma, we often think about triage being done from a lower to a higher tier center. Today on the show we are joined by Dr. Maria Baimas-George to hear about the benefits of doing things the other way round. Dr. Baimas-George is currently a PGY 4 categorical general surgery resident at Carolinas Medical Center Atrium Health in Charlotte, North Carolina. She has been very active from a research and publication standpoint, and her recent paper, ‘Emergency general surgery transfer to lower acuity facility: The role of right-sizing care in EGS regionalization' was selected as the best of EGS paper for the JTACS 2022 January edition. In this paper, Dr. Baimas-George evaluates a 16-month experience of a five-surgeon team triaging EGS patients at Carolinas Medical Center, a tertiary care, Level I trauma center to an affiliated community hospital 1.3 miles away. In this episode, we hear about how this practice evolved at CMC and the role COVID played as well as the benefits it has yielded in terms of expedited patient care, resource capacity, and more. Key Points From This Episode: An intro to Dr. Baimas-George, her education, residency, and research contributions. How Dr. Baimas-George came up with her triage program and the role COVID played. Why Dr. Baimas-George's transfer program was a good use of resources. The short transfer times that have been achieved and how this was accomplished. Criteria used to triage patients from the ER in virtual consultations. Determining whether performing Surgery will be faster at CMC or Mercy. Whether there were issues of inappropriate transfer or under/over-triaging. Other key outcomes measured such as cost, operative minutes, and bed day savings. Opening up space for more complex surgeries at the main hospital by shuttling less acute cases to the community hospital. Other benefits such as solving care discontinuity, faster disposition, and more.

Welcome to the JTACS Podcast! Your source for current, up-to-date, and clinically relevant information on hot topics across the spectrum of basic science, trauma, EGS, and surgical critical care. Tune in every 2nd and 4th Friday for interviews with authors of the "Best of" series of papers.

Welcome to FractureLine: the official weekly news feed from the Chest Wall Injury Society; where we will listen to all the bottom line CWIS updates, shout outs, fun facts and weekly banter! We (Tom, Sarah, Adam and I) are looking forward to connecting to all our CWIS members! If you have questions you need addressed, issues you want to bring forth, or just wanna say hi and chat- please let us know, we'd love to address them or even host you on a weekly episode... This week we are honored to have on Dr. Sebastian Schubl to showcase all of the amazing CWIS publications accepted to JTACS!

Thomas Kaye interviews former JTAC and Middle East veteran, Troy Knight. Life on the Line tracks down Australian military veterans and records their stories. Troy Knight is a former JTAC - a Joint Terminal Attack Controller. The JTACs are known as the Special Forces unit of the Air Force, with Troy deploying alongside members of the Special Operations Task Group in combat in the Middle East. The Royal Australian Air Force veteran has deployed multiple times to Iraq and Afghanistan, as well as doing private security work. Troy spoke to Thomas Kaye in the Hornsby RSL club. Episodes referenced at the end of the podcast include: #54 'H' Vol V Life After Service: Sarah Watson To see photos related to today's interview, visit our website - www.lifeonthelinepodcast.com - or follow us on social media: @lifeonthelinepodcast on Facebook and Instagram, @LOTLpod on Twitter and 'Thistle Productions' on LinkedIn.

On this episode of the Ones Ready podcast, we sit down with Capt Wes FRESH Woodhouse to talk about his time as a pilot in the US Air Force.  FRESH pilots the F-15E Strike Eagle which is a multi-role fighter aircraft currently in the USAF inventory.  He's been flying for five years now and is currently assigned to a Test and Evaluation Squadron.  We hit a wide range of topics from becoming an officer to working with JTACs, what his motivation is, and even touch on some qualifying and disqualifying things to becoming a pilot.  Please enjoy the episode and give us your feedback. If you liked it and feel so inclined, please leave us a review.  If we didn't answer your questions, please let us know, and thank you for your support!Want to watch this episode on Youtube? https://youtu.be/_qdRloEsJZQNeed the show notes? onesready.com/episode/79Have a question?  Email us at info@onesready.comFollow us on Instagram @onesreadyFollow us on YoutubeFollow us on Facebook

James "Chef" Barlow joins Jarred Taylor at his home studio to discuss his career as an A-10 Warthog pilot, starting a government contracting company that provides JTACs critical Close Air Support skills. Jarred and James also reveal an upcoming project that will include the airplanes in James' private air force.

It's about 2.5 hours + long... we discuss a lot of shyte including George Tenet loves Awlaki, blind & deaf JTACS for @jtarticle15, @dianadeathofficial, Gran Torino, Divesity4all... & a lot more over booze.

Welcome to FractureLine: the official weekly news feed from the Chest Wall Injury Society; where we will listen to all the bottom line CWIS updates, shout outs, fun facts and weekly banter, in 10 minutes or less! We (Tom, Sarah, and I) are looking forward to connecting to all our CWIS members! If you have questions you need addressed, issues you want to bring forth, or just wanna say hi and chat- please let us know, we'd love to address them or even host you on a weekly episode... This week we host Dr Schubl to talk about his work with JTACS!

Wes Bryant is a U.S. Air Force Master Sergeant (retired) who served eight combat deployments in the post 9/11 era as a Special Operations Forces Tactical Air Control Party (TAC-P) and Joint Tactical Air Controller (JTAC). He co-authored the book “Hunting the Caliphate: America's War on ISIS and the Dawn of the Strike Cell,” a first-person account of the war on ISIS written alongside the former commanding general of Iraq, Major General (retired) Dana Pittard. Embedded with Special Forces teams under a Navy SEAL task force, Wes was the tactical lead for a contingent of special operations JTACs to first set foot in Iraq to stop ISIS. He's been a lifelong writer, amateur philosopher, and avid student of the martial arts. Today, he pursues writing and editing, and teaches Chinese Kung Fu and Tai Chi in his community in North Carolina, where he lives with his wife and their two daughters. (Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn: @WesJBryant). Notes 2:05 Difference between TAC-P and JTACs. 13:50 Moving between PJ, JTAC, and TACP work finding what was right. 14:25 Pararescue Indoctrination Course. 15:55 Combat Divers Qualification Course. 20:00 Learning about TACPs when at Medina Annex. 22:40 Fought to get back to the CDQC to pass. 28:15 First foray into combat calling in an airstrike in combat. 32:13 First fight in Iraq with 1st CAV in 2004 after Fallujah calling in F-15s with 500 and 2Klbs bombs. 39:40 Being the odd man out from the Air Force dropped into new Army units. 45:20 Description of one of the most formative experiences as a controller in his first control in Afghanistan while getting shot at with 173rd. 58:13 The "most chaos on the battlefield" was early in the fight against ISIS in Iraq in 2014. 1:03:33 Part of the reason for writing the book was to show how deliberate each engagement was. 1:08:38 A tour to Korea in 2007 and finding a way to handle his PTSD. Went kicking and screaming to Camp Casey and was one of the best moves of his career. 1:19:42 Wes describes an experience at a shopping mall in Bahrain that changed his perspective on "the enemy." 1:31:20 Carrying the dog tags of his friend John Brown, a PJ who died in the shootdown of Extortion 17 in August 2011. 1:32:50 Appreciation for Army Special Forces (ODA) teams. 1:33:55 Favorite aircraft: A-10s for fixed wing and Apaches (AH-64s) for helos. 1:34:40 Would you do it all again? "Absolutely...would have done it all again."

Paul Smith recently retired as the 1st Marine Division JTAC manager. Prior to holding that position, Smith served as the 5th Marine Expeditionary Brigade Fire Support Chief, 1st ANGLICO 1st Brigade Chief, Advisor Team JTAC and fire support specialist, and more. Smith is a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation Inherent Resolve and is one of the most experienced JTACs in the Marine Corps at the time of his retirement. Smith now works as a JTAC instructor at Expeditionary Warfare Training Group Pacific.As always, make sure to subscribe and share the show!YouTube: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysYouTubeSpotify: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysGooglePlay: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysGoogleApplePodcast: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysAppleiHeartRadio: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysiheartr...Contact:Website: www.jcramergraphics.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/formeractionguys Instagram: www.instagram.com/jcramergraphics Twitter: https://twitter.com/4meractionguys Email: formeractionguyspodcast@gmail.com Reference:117 - Backpackable radio for tactical use152 - Walkie-talkie style tactical radio7-Ton - Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (Dump truck-sized military vehicle for hauling troops, supplies, etc.)9-Line - CAS mission brief formatABC - ANGLICO Basic CourseANG - Air National GuardANGLICO - Air Naval Gunfire Liaison CompanyBLT - Battalion Landing TeamBRC - Basic Reconnaissance CourseCAR - Combat Action RibbonCAS - Close Air SupportCCT - Combat Control TeamCLB - Combat Logistics BattalionCO - Commanding OfficerCOC - Command Operations CenterCOP - Combat OutpostCorpsman - Navy medic attached to MarinesEOD - Explosive Ordnance DisposalFAC - Forward Air ControllerFCT - Firepower Control TeamFDC - Fire Direction ControlFET - Female Engagement Team.FSCC - Fire Support Coordination Center. Where fire missions are deconflicted and approved prior to shooting.GBU - Guided Bomb Unit GLT - Georgian Liaison Team. Georgian military advisors in Afghanistan.Hesco Barrier - Earthen filled barriers used to make or reinforce outpostsHMMWV - High mobility multi-wheeled vehicleIED - Improvised Explosive DeviceJDAM - Joint Direct Attack Munition (GPS guided bomb)JTAC - Joint Terminal Attack ControllerLGTR - LASER Guided Training RoundM-ATV - MRAP All-terrain vehicleMARSOC - Marine Corps Special Operations CommandMART - Marines Awaiting Recon TrainingMCAS - Marine Corps Air StationMCMAP - Marine Corps Martial Arts ProgramMCRD - Marine Corps Recruit DepotMCIWS - Marine Corps Instructor of Water SurvivalMCT - Marine Combat TrainingMEU - Marine Expeditionary Unit (Unit attached to ships for deployment)MRAP - Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (armored vehicle)MSOT - Marine Special Operations TeamMTU - Marksmanship Training UnitOP - Observation Post. An area where forward observers spot enemy positions and conduct fire missions on targetsPB - Patrol BasePGM - Precision Guided MunitionsPLDR - Portable Lightweight Designator Rangefinder PosRep - Position ReportPSS-SOF - Precision Strike Suite Special Operations Forces. Targeting program.RO - Radio Operator (Sometimes called an RTO)ROMAD - Radio Operator, Mechanic, and DriverR&S - Reconnaissance and SurveillanceSACC - Supporting Arms Coordination Center (FSCC on a ship)SALT - Supporting Arms Liaison TeamSERE - Survive, Evade, Resist, EscapeSOCS - Special Operations Capabilities SpecialistSOI - School of InfantrySOTG - Special Operations Training GroupS Shops - S-1 (Administration), S-2 (Intelligence), S-3 (Operations), S-4 (Logistics), S-6 (Communication)SVBIED - Suicide vehicle-borne improvised explosive deviceTACP - Tactical Air Control PartyTaco Rice - Greasy food for drunk Marines stationed in OkinawaWater Dogs - Logistics Marines in charge of purifying water and running sanitation facilitiesVBIED - Vehicle-borne improvised explosive device

Quentin Brown and Levi Slife were both fire support men and JTACs in the United States Marine Corps and now both are firefighters in the real world. We discuss their roles as JTACs during their deployment together to Afghanistan but the bulk of the episode revolves around their career as firefighters. If you want to hear a more in-depth episode about their military careers then check out Ep. 014 (Levi) and Ep. 018 (Quentin).Quentin works as a firefighter in Cleveland, Ohio and two other smaller municipal fire stations and Levi is a federal firefighter at Ft. Sill, Oklahoma. Both men detail different aspects of their jobs and how they differ since Levi is federal and Quentin is municipal. This is a great episode for anyone interested in becoming a firefighter because we go into detail about the job requirements and both guys give tips on how to expedite the hiring process.

Drs. Michael Yaffe and Hunter Moore discuss a potential treatment for COVID—19 seriously ill patients with ARDS using tPA. This is a companion piece to their article that is Open Access on the JTACS website and will appear in print in the June issue of the journal.

SFC Graith is a 13F (Forward Observer) and Joint Terminal Attack Controller for the US Army. He is currently stationed at Ft. Sill, Oklahoma. In this podcast we discuss the differences between the United States Marine Corps and United States Army when it comes to fire support integration, training of joint fires observers (JFO) and employment of different air assets. we also get into how the Air Force integrates their JTACs and ROMADs within the Army. Great episode and really informative for anyone looking for more information regarding fires in a joint environment. YouTube: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysYouTubeSpotify: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysGooglePlay: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysGoogleApplePodcast: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysAppleiHeartRadio: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysiheartradioContact:Website: www.jcramergraphics.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/jcramergraphicsInstagram: www.instagram.com/formeractionguysTwitter: https://twitter.com/4meractionguysFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jcramergraphics/Email: formeractionguyspodcast@gmail.comReference:7-Ton – Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (Dump truck sized military vehicle for hauling troops, supplies, etc.)7171 – Patrol Base in AfghanistanABC - ANGLICO Basic CourseANGLICO – Air Naval Gunfire Liaison CompanyBLT – Battalion Landing TeamBRC - Basic Reconnaissance CourseCAR – Combat Action RibbonCLB – Combat Logistics BattalionCOC – Command Operations CenterCorpsman – Navy medic attached to MarinesEOD – Explosive Ordnance DisposalFAC - Forward Air ControllerFCT – Firepower Control TeamFDC – Fire Direction ControlFET – Female Engagement Team.FSCC – Fire Support Coordination Center. Where fire missions are deconflicted and approved prior to shooting.GBU – Guided Bomb Unit GLT – Georgian Liaison Team. Georgian military advisors in Afghanistan.Hesco Barrier – Earthen filled barriersHMMWV – High mobility multi-wheeled vehicleIED – Improvised Explosive DeviceJDAM – Joint Direct Attack Munition (GPS guided bomb)JTAC – Joint Terminal Attack ControllerM-ATV – MRAP All-terrain vehicleMCRD - Marine Corps Recruit DepotMEU – Marine Expeditionary Unit (Unit attached to ships for deployment)MRAP – Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (armored vehicle)OP – Observation Post. An area where forward observers spot enemy positions and conduct fire missions on targetsPB – Patrol BasePGM – Precision Guided MunitionsPLDR – Portable Lightweight Designator Rangefinder PosRep - Position ReportPSS-SOF – Precision Strike Suite Special Operations Forces. Targeting program.RO – Radio OperatorROMAD - Radio Operator, Mechanic and DriverSALT – Supporting Arms Liaison TeamS Shops – S-1 (Administration), S-2 (Intelligence), S-3 (Operations), S-4 (Logistics), S-6 (Communication)SVBIED – Suicide vehicle-borne improvised explosive deviceTACP - Tactical Air Control PartyWater Dogs – Logistics Marines in charge of purifying water and running sanitation facilitiesVBIED – Vehicle-borne improvised explosive device

Episode 009 of the Former Action Guys Podcast features Marine Corps Fire Support Man and Joint Terminal Attack Controller, SSgt Nate Garens. Nate was one of the first Marines assigned to 5th ANGLICO in Okinawa, Japan as the Marine Corps was beginning to expand its fire support capabilities to support the ongoing wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. During his time at 5th ANGLICO Nate participated in multiple bi-lateral exercises with countries around the region and conducted a deployment to Iraq as part of a Firepower Control Team (FCT). Upon his return he volunteered to join 1st ANGLICO out of Camp Pendleton, CA because they had an upcoming deployment he could jump on.At 1st ANGLICO Nate again deployed to Iraq, but he also came back and jumped on a deployment to Afghanistan. While in Afghanistan Nate supported British units in the Musa Qala district before redeploying south in order to support 1st Battalion 6th Marine Regiment as they conducted Operation Moshtarak in the enemy filled Marjah District. Following his time with 1st ANGLICO Nate worked to train Georgian Liaison Team Advisors and Georgian military members, he supported the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit on a deployment to CENTCOM and he screened and trained prospective JTACs and JFOs at the 10th Marine Regiment Artillery Training School. Nate now attends the Ohio State University and is pursuing a double major in Accounting and Chinese. Website: www.jcramergraphics.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/jcramergraphicsInstagram: www.instagram.com/formeractionguysTwitter: https://twitter.com/4meractionguysFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jcramergraphics/Email: formeractionguyspodcast@gmail.comGlossary:7-Ton – Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement ANGLICO – Air Naval Gunfire Liaison CompanyBLT – Battalion Landing TeamEOD – Explosive Ordnance DisposalFCT – Firepower Control TeamGBU – Guided Bomb Unit GLT – Georgian Liaison Team (Georgian military advisors)Hesco Barrier – Earthen filled barriersHMMWV – High mobility multi-wheeled vehicleIED – Improvised Explosive DeviceJDAM – Joint Direct Attack Munition (GPS guided bomb)JTAC – Joint Terminal Attack ControllerM-ATV – MRAP All-terrain vehicleMRAP – Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (armored vehicle)RO – Radio OperatorSALT – Supporting Arms Liaison TeamS Shops – S-1 (Administration), S-2 (Intel), S-3 (Operations), S-4 (Logistics), S-6 (Communication)SVBIED – Suicide vehicle-borne improvised explosive deviceVBIED – Vehicle-borne improvised explosive device

Dr. Gene Moore presents highlights from the August 2019 issue of JTACS

Dr. Gene Moore presents highlights from the July 2019 issue of JTACS dedicated to the EAST 2019 meeting. Dr. Moore also discusses articles from the MHSRS Supplement published this month

AFN Europe one minute newscast of U.S. JTACs, with the 2nd Air Support Operations Squadron, working with Czech military members during exercise Ample Strike.

“A JTAC is a special breed. You need to be able to handle a lot of stress, you need to be able to handle a lot of inputs from different players like airplanes, ground force commanders, bullets flying around you.” It’s the job of a JTAC to call in air support when troops come under fire. An exercise in the Czech Republic focuses on training JTACs, or Joint Terminal Attack Controllers as they’re known. Fifteen hundred military personnel from 16 NATO Allies and partner nations are gathered together in the Czech Republic to train their JTACS or Joint Terminal Attack Controllers. That's the service member whose job it is to call in air support if troops are coming under fire. Ample Strike 2016 – an international Czech-led exercise –also provides an opportunity to train aircrew and commanders of ground units in realistic, complex and demanding scenarios. Footage includes shots of soldiers running under fire in a training scenario and the JTAC calling in an air strike.

JTACS worked with F-35s druing an exercise.