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Microsoft Shifts Away from OpenAI with A New AI Strategy.  Safe Superintelligence Inc. (SSI), the startup founded by former OpenAI chief scientist Ilya Sutskever, is reportedly raising over $2 billion in a new funding round that values the company at a staggering $30 billion. Artie Intel and Micheline Learning report on Artificial Intelligence for The AI Report. This message brought to you by Amazon. Do More at Amazon.com Chinese AI companies like DeepSeek are kicking America's Ass. The US Army's TRADOC is using an AI tool,  CamoGPT,  to identify and remove DEI references from training materials per an executive order by President Trump.  CamoGPT,  developed by the Army's AI Integration Center,  scans documents for specific keywords and has about 4,000 users.  The initiative is part of a wider government effort to eliminate DEI content,  leveraging AI for increased efficiency in aligning with national security objectives.   The AI Report  

Jennifer Dunn and Scott Pettigrew from the Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) G2 Operational Environment Integration Directorate join the podcast and delve into the concept of the transparent battlefield—a high-tech environment characterized by ubiquitous multi-domain sensors, deception, jamming, and camouflage in modern warfare. They discuss challenges posed by China's advanced ISR capabilities and the implications for U.S. military strategies, citing the ongoing Russo-Ukraine conflict and its lessons on adaptation, electronic warfare, and operational surprise.

Michael D. Formica, executive deputy to the Commanding General, TRADOC, and our special guest, Nathan Whitaker, discuss the importance of mentor leadership.

Michael D. Formica, executive deputy to the Commanding General, TRADOC, and our special guest, Nathan Whitaker, discuss the importance of mentor leadership.

Major General Christopher Beck, Commanding General of the Maneuver Support Center of Excellence sits down the CADD team, Colonel(R) Rich Creed and Lieutenant Colonel Nate Rice (our host). During our episode, they talk about the evolution of protection and the urgency of the Protection Warfighting Function in Large Scale Combat Operations. They also emphasize how important protection is to every Soldier on today's battlefield.

Episode 70 - Leadership Perspectives with the Honorable Christopher Lowman In this episode of Leader Up, host David Howie sits down with the Honorable Christopher Lowman, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Sustainment, to explore the intricate world of leadership within the Army. Mr. Lowman shares his journey from a private in the Marine Corps to becoming the senior logistician in the Department of Defense. He delves into the significance of stepping beyond technical expertise to lead effectively, the evolving role of mentorship in the Army, and the importance of resilience and persistence in driving long-term change. Additionally, the discussion highlights how data analytics is transforming Army operations, particularly in predictive logistics and maintenance. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in leadership, Army civilian careers, and the future of military logistics. For questions, suggestions, or feedback, write us at usarmy.leavenworth.tradoc.mbx.armyu-amsc-podcast@army.mil. To learn more about the Army Management Staff College, visit our website at https://armyuniversity.edu/amsc. No DOD or U.S. ARMY ENDORSEMENT IMPLIED. Any references to commercially available products or works are used for research and educational purposes only. Mention of any specific commercial products, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the U.S. Army, Department of Defense, or the United States Government. The views and opinions of the authors expressed herein do not state or reflect those of the United States Government and shall not be used for advertising or product endorsement purposes. The mention of companies by name is solely for the purpose of representing educational framework and should not be implied as endorsement. Music: “Carolina” (Intro) & “Fort Scott” (Outro) composed by David Howey."

A short of announcement that we'll be moving to a once-a-month model for CHF instead of the twice -a-month.

The Joint Readiness Training Center is pleased to present the seventieth episode to air on ‘The Crucible - The JRTC Experience.' Hosted by the former Commander of Ops Group (COG), COL Matthew Hardman. Today's guests are two seasoned Observer-Coach-Trainers, CPT Whitney Strong and CPT Joshua Kent. This episode is special because it is a compilation of their insights when they first arrived at the Joint Readiness Training Center as well as now towards the end of their assignment. CPT Whitney Strong is an engineer platoon and company OCT for TF-5 (BDE Engineer BN). CPT Joshua Kent is the lead OCT an administrative / logistics ops center OCT for TF Sustainment (BSB / CSSB / DSSB).   In this episode we discuss the lessons learned from company grade officer perspective in preparation for conducting large scale combat operations across multiple domains. Specifically, we focus at large scale combat operations executed at the platoon, company, and battalion echelons, offering perspectives on a variety of topics including combined arms maneuver, transparent battlefield, fires, and contested logistics as well as emerging technologies employment.   We routinely get asked: What's the daily life of an OCT? Why should you consider becoming a member of the JRTC? And lastly, who are we looking for? Well, we hope that between this episode and the attached information will go a long way to answer those questions. Please checkout https://www.youtube.com/post/UgkxeuSwJpaS87pCLAAK2gAn9DQ4HASwF6iO for more info.       Why Join the Joint Readiness Training Center, Operations Group Team? Become an expert in Large Scale Combat Operations and Combined Arms Maneuver across multiple domains. Directly influence the combat readiness of 8-10x Brigade Combat Teams each year. Influence Army Doctrine and emerging TTPs through integration with Centers of Excellence, TRADOC, and CAC. Opportunities to observe units and leaders one level up; prepare for your next operational assignment. Opportunities to attend military schools and earn a Master's degree through Northwestern State University. Predictable schedule locked one year out, with two dedicated block leave periods each year, and monthly four-day weekend opportunities.   Who Are We Hiring? OCTs within the Task Forces: Post KD MAJs (IN, FA, EN, LG, AV) to serve as BN S3 and XO OCTs Post KD CPTs/1SGs (IN, FA, EN, LG, AV) to serve as CO OCTs Post KD Signal, Intel Officers and NCOs to serve as BN Staff OCTs Individuals with BDE experience to serve as BDE OCTs for all MOSs on the BDE Staff. TF Zulu or Plans/Exercise Maneuver Control: Post KD Officers and NCOs of all MOSs on a DIV Staff to serve as HICON and EXCON for the rotation.   Part of S02 “If I Would Have Only Known” series.   For additional information and insights from this episode, please check-out our Instagram page @the_jrtc_crucible_podcast   Be sure to follow us on social media to keep up with the latest warfighting TTPs learned through the crucible that is the Joint Readiness Training Center.   Follow us by going to: https://linktr.ee/jrtc and then selecting your preferred podcast format.   Again, we'd like to thank our guests for participating. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and review us wherever you listen or watch your podcasts — and be sure to stay tuned for more in the near future.   “The Crucible – The JRTC Experience” is a product of the Joint Readiness Training Center.

Colonel Shawn Kadlec, the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Commandant for the U.S. Army, joins our host, Captain Ed Garibay, to discuss the evolving role of EOD in today's military. They discuss importance of EOD in large scale combat, the difference between EOD and the engineers, and how the field is evolving. They also talk about ways for commanders and staff to incorporate EOD into planning.

Dr. Jonathan Abel is joined by Dr. Gates Brown to discuss Eisenhower's New Look policy. They outline the background to Eisenhower's strategic views via the late 1940s and early 1950s. They explain what Eisenhower's approach to deterrence was via the New Look and Massive Retaliation. They explore the responses within the Army, particularly the Pentomic Division, to that policy. They then conclude with some lessons learned from the period. “History is only a confused heap of facts.” – Philip Dormer Stanhope, Earl of Chesterfield Host: Dr. Jonathan Abel, CGSC DMH DMH Podcast Team: Drs. Jonathan Abel, Mark Gerges, and Bill Nance Artwork: Daniel O. Neal Music: SSG Noah Taylor, West Point Band

Leader Up host Mr. David Howey and AMSC's Mr. Gary Hisle discuss an underreported topic—Followership. Gary brings his extensive experience from his 30-year active-duty career in the Army, where he served in various leadership and followership roles along with his decade of teaching leadership development. Together, they unpack the layers of followership, its significance in the Army, and how it contributes to effective leadership and mission accomplishment. The two delve into the essence of followership, highlighting that it's not about being passive but about understanding and fulfilling roles effectively. The episode explores the reciprocal relationship between followership and leadership, emphasizing that one must know how to follow to lead well. Gary discusses four different types of followers—resources, individualists, implementers, and partners—and their roles within an organization. They also touch on the importance of mission command, trust, and the ethical responsibilities of followers. Resources mentioned in this episode: Army Doctrine Publication 6-22 “The Courageous Follower” by Ira Chaleff “Followership” by Barbara Kellerman For questions, suggestions, or feedback, write us at: usarmy.leavenworth.tradoc.mbx.armyu-amsc-podcast@army.mil To learn more about the Army Management Staff College, visit our website at: https://armyuniversity.edu/amsc

For more information, I recommend reading the TRADOC G-2's recently published The Operational Environment 2024-2034: Large-Scale Combat Operations athttps://oe.tradoc.army.mil/2024/07/31/the-operational-environment-2024-2034-large-scale-combat-operations/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TRADOC Talks - Episode 26 – Data Literate Workforce

Our host Lieutenant Colonel Lisa Becker returns to the conversation on Russian Threat Doctrine based on ATP 7-100.1, Russian Tactics. She is joined by TRADOC G2's Senior Intelligence Analyst, Mr. Jerry Leverich, Mr. “Flip” Boyer, and Colonel (Retired) Rich Creed. In this episode, they place Russian and US doctrine side-by-side to discuss the defense, offense, use of fires, employment of combined arms, and planning ofmilitary operations. They use historical events and current operations to showcase the differences and similarities between how these armies fight. Check out more on this topic at Russia Landing Zone | How Russia Fights | TRADOC G2 Operational Environment Enterprise (army.mil)

Dr. Jonathan Abel is joined by Dr. Bill Nance to discuss the 1862 Valley Campaign of the U.S. Civil War with Dr. Ethan Rafuse. They discuss the background of the campaign and how it fit into the other Union efforts that spring. They detail the fighting in the valley and how Union efforts failed. They conclude with lessons from the campaign, including Stonewall Jackson's operational art and leadership. “History is only a confused heap of facts.” – Philip Dormer Stanhope, Earl of Chesterfield Host: Dr. Jonathan Abel, CGSC DMH DMH Podcast Team: Drs. Jonathan Abel, Mark Gerges, and Bill Nance Artwork: Daniel O. Neal Music: SSG Noah Taylor, West Point Band

Michael D. Formica, executive deputy to the Commanding General, TRADOC, and our special guest, Jordan Morrow, author/data and analytics leader, discuss developing a data literate workforce.

TRADOC G2's Senior Intelligence Analyst, Mr. Jerry Leverich joins Mr. “Flip” Boyer, Colonel (Retired) Rich Creed, and our host Lieutenant Colonel Lisa Becker to begin a conversation about ATP 7-100.1, Russian Tactics. They discuss the background behind this publication and how they used (and continue to use) observations from current events. Our guests also talk about how Russia views the world and their culture of information. Check out more on this topic at The Russia Landing Zone

AMSC's M and Assessments directorate for U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM). Mr. Landauer shares his perspectives on various topics, including his background and career journey, AFRICOM's responsibilities and challenges, and its extensive geographic scope. During the discussion, Mr. Landauer offers valuable insights on delegation, feedback, and the evolving role of civilians in the workplace. He provides career advice for those aspiring to join the Senior Executive Service, emphasizing the importance of delegation, seeking feedback from mentors, and self-awareness. He also discusses the keystone symbol of the Senior Executive Service, highlighting the role of removing barriers and advocating for the team. Mr. Landauer also shares his recommendations for leadership development books, such as “How to Win Friends and Influence People,” “Extreme Ownership,” and “The Culture Code.” His advice underscores the significance of self-awareness, seeking feedback, and the importance of continuous learning in leadership development. For questions, suggestions, or feedback, write us at usarmy.leavenworth.tradoc.mbx.armyu-amsc-podcast@army.mil To learn more about the Army Management Staff College, visit our website at https://armyuniversity.edu/amsc No DOD or U.S. ARMY ENDORSEMENT IMPLIED. Any references to commercially available products or works are used for research and educational purposes only. Mention of any specific commercial products, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the U.S. Army, Department of Defense, or the United States Government. The views and opinions of the authors expressed herein do not state or reflect those of the United States Government and shall not be used for advertising or product endorsement purposes. The mention of companies by name is solely for the purpose of representing educational framework and should not be implied as endorsement. Music: "Carolina" (Intro) & "Fort Scott" (Outro) composed by David Howey. r. David Howey hosts a virtual meeting with special guest Paul Landauer, the J8 Resources

Dr. Bill Nance interviews Dr. Jonathan Abel about military theory during the early modern period, especially in France. They discuss the gap in knowledge between Machiavelli and Clausewitz that many modern students of the subject have, and how it developed. They detail the theorists who worked between those periods and how theory evolved. They talk about the Military Enlightenment and how it led to the works of Jomini and Clausewitz at the advent of the modern era. “History is only a confused heap of facts.” – Philip Dormer Stanhope, Earl of Chesterfield Host: Dr. Jonathan Abel, CGSC DMH DMH Podcast Team: Drs. Jonathan Abel, Mark Gerges, and Bill Nance Artwork: Daniel O. Neal Music: SSG Noah Taylor, West Point Band

Leader Up host Mr. David Howey and AMSC's Dr. Mike Edwards discuss the significance of crucial conversations in leadership and its ability to enhance relationships and outcomes across different settings. Dr. Mike Edwards shares his background and expertise in crucial conversations, underscoring the necessity of understanding one's motives and preparing thoroughly for such interactions. Key concepts discussed include handling opposing opinions, managing strong emotions, and recognizing high-stakes situations. Edwards highlights the importance of self-reflection before engaging in crucial conversations. He shares personal anecdotes and lessons learned from applying these techniques in various contexts. It concludes by encouraging listeners to engage in crucial conversations to improve relationships, gain deeper understanding of others, and achieve better outcomes. For questions, suggestions, or feedback, write us at usarmy.leavenworth.tradoc.mbx.armyu-amsc-podcast@army.mil To learn more about the Army Management Staff College, visit our website at https://armyuniversity.edu/amsc No DOD or U.S. ARMY ENDORSEMENT IMPLIED. Any references to commercially available products or works are used for research and educational purposes only. Mention of any specific commercial products, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the U.S. Army, Department of Defense, or the United States Government. The views and opinions of the authors expressed herein do not state or reflect those of the United States Government and shall not be used for advertising or product endorsement purposes. The mention of companies by name is solely for the purpose of representing educational framework and should not be implied as endorsement. Music: "Army Strong" composed by Mark Isham, arranged by Hector Munoz.

Dr. Jonathan Abel is joined by Dr. Bill Nance and guest Dr. John Kuehn to talk about an under appreciated theorist: JC Wiley. They discuss his background and how it shaped his theory. They note his service record in World War II, including his participation in the foundation of the Combat Information Center (CIC). They then explore his theories, including how strategy relates to the other levels of war. "History is only a confused heap of facts." - Phillip Dormer Stanhope, Earl of Chesterfield Host: Dr. Jonathan Abel, CGSC DMH DMH Podcast Team: Drs. Jonathan Abel, Mark Gerges, and Bill Nance Artwork: Daniel O. Neal Music: SSG Noah Taylor, West Point Band :

Lieutenant Colonel (LTC) Zach Griffiths, Dr. Trent Lythgoe, and Colonel (Retired) Rich Creed join our host LTC Lisa Becker to talk about The Harding Project. They discuss how Army Professionals advance the Profession of Arms through professional writing and discourse. They examine myths of writing, tips to get better at writing, and writing initiatives within The Harding Project. For more information on The Harding Project and professional writing, check out the links below. The Harding Project Substack: Harding Project Substack Professional Writing Guide: ST_22-2_US_Army_CGSC_Writing_Guide Military Review: Military Review (army.mil)

Leader Up host Mr. David Howey and AMSC's Mr. Gary Hisle discuss Army Design Methodology and how Army Civilian Professionals can utilize it. The conversation covers how the methodology is a conceptual planning tool used to help resolve ill-structured or ambiguous problems by first defining the nature of the problem through problem framing, rather than being given a predefined problem or mission. Mr. Hisle explores the method's three main steps and how important critical thinking is to analyze the current state, desired future state, and potential solutions by methodically working through the process in order to identify the real problem rather than solving the wrong issue. Key sources to learn more about Army Design Methodology include: ATP 5-0.1, Army Design Methodology ADP 5-0, The Operations Process For questions, suggestions, or feedback, write us at usarmy.leavenworth.tradoc.mbx.armyu-amsc-podcast@army.mil To learn more about the Army Management Staff College, visit our website at https://armyuniversity.edu/amsc No DOD or U.S. ARMY ENDORSEMENT IMPLIED. Any references to commercially available products or works are used for research and educational purposes only. Mention of any specific commercial products, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the U.S. Army, Department of Defense, or the United States Government. The views and opinions of the authors expressed herein do not state or reflect those of the United States Government and shall not be used for advertising or product endorsement purposes. The mention of companies by name is solely for the purpose of representing educational framework and should not be implied as endorsement. Music: "Army Strong" composed by Mark Isham, arranged by Hector Munoz.

The American, British, Canadian, Australian, and New Zealand (ABCANZ) Armies' Program is designed to enhance interoperability and demonstrate the collective strength of the ABCANZ Armies' and USMC. Join Lieutenant Colonel Phil Wingo (host), Colonel (COL) Craig Madden, Chief of Staff for the ABCANZ Armies' Program, and COL(R) Rich Creed as they discuss how the program increases mutual trust between our armies, improving our ability to fight together.

The American, British, Canadian, Australian, and New Zealand (ABCANZ) Armies' Program is designed to enhance interoperability and demonstrate the collective strength of the ABCANZ Armies' and USMC. Join Lieutenant Colonel Phil Wingo (host), Colonel (COL) Craig Madden, Chief of Staff for the ABCANZ Armies' Program, and COL(R) Rich Creed as they discuss how the program increases mutual trust between our armies, improving our ability to fight together.

GEN Charles Flynn, Commanding General of U.S. Army Pacific, and Colonel (Retired) Rich Creed join Lieutenant Colonel Lisa Becker on today's episode about the maritime domain, focusing on Chapter 7, FM 3-0. They discuss the contributions of the Army in the Pacific theater during WWII and how the Army has shifted during the “Pacific Pivot.” They emphasize the Army's contributions to all Warfighting Functions in maritime operations. Throughout the episode, they weave in the importance of INDOPACOM's Land Power Network.

GEN Charles Flynn, Commanding General of U.S. Army Pacific, and Colonel (Retired) Rich Creed join Lieutenant Colonel Lisa Becker on today's episode about the maritime domain, focusing on Chapter 7, FM 3-0. They discuss the contributions of the Army in the Pacific theater during WWII and how the Army has shifted during the “Pacific Pivot.” They emphasize the Army's contributions to all Warfighting Functions in maritime operations. Throughout the episode, they weave in the importance of INDOPACOM's Land Power Network.

Maj. Gen. Scott Linton, deputy chief of staff, U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command, hosts Ian Sullivan, deputy chief of staff, TRADOC G2, to discuss how TRADOC is helping the Army understand the current threat and operational environment as it shifts its focus back to large scale combat operations.

Lieutenant Colonel Jessamyn Jempson hosts COL(R) Mike Gibler, Major Jesse Davis, and Major Ian Staley to talk about their experiences as instructor and students at the Command and General Staff Officers' Course. They discuss the curriculum, dynamics of a staff group, and having the mindset for the Army Profession. They also share their experiences conducting in-person interviews during the AIM Marketplace and put to rest some common cliches of the course.

Lieutenant Colonel Jessamyn Jempson hosts Colonel (Retired) Mike Gibler, Major Jesse Davis, and Major Ian Staley to talk about their experiences as instructor and students at the Command and General Staff Officers' Course. They discuss the curriculum, dynamics of a staff group, and having the mindset for the Army Profession. They also share their experiences conducting in-person interviews during the AIM Marketplace and put to rest some common cliches of the course.

Colonel John Sandor and Chief Warrant Officer 4 Austin Kilpatrick join our host, Lieutenant Colonel Lisa Becker, to talk about the Air Domain. They discuss how every formation in the U.S. Army operates in the Air Domain, so commanders and staff need to be familiar with operations within and throughout the air. They also talk about the congestion of the air domain, the importance of the Joint Air Tasking Cycle, and the impact of the Army Joint Support Team.

Colonel John Sandor and Chief Warrant Officer 4 Austin Kilpatrick join our host, Lieutenant Colonel Lisa Becker, to talk about the Air Domain. They discuss how every formation in the U.S. Army operates in the Air Domain, so commanders and staff need to be familiar with operations within and throughout the air. They also talk about the congestion of the air domain, the importance of the Joint Air Tasking Cycle, and the impact of the Army Joint Support Team.

Our host, Captain Ed Garibay sits down with BG Beth Behn, Commandant of the Transportation Corps and Colonel (Retired) Rich Creed to talk about Army watercraft operations. BG Behn is known as the Army's “boat lady” because of her operational experiences and current focus on Army watercraft. Our guests articulate the need for Army watercraft, the future of Army watercraft, and the importance of Army Mariners.

Our host, Captain Ed Garibay sits down with BG Beth Behn, Commandant of the Transportation Corps and Colonel (Retired) Rich Creed to talk about Army watercraft operations. BG Behn is known as the Army's “boat lady” because of her operational experiences and current focus on Army watercraft. Our guests articulate the need for Army watercraft, the future of Army watercraft, and the importance of Army Mariners.

Lieutenant Colonels (LTC) Jason Wood and Shaun Young join our host, LTC Lisa Becker, to talk about ATP 3-72, Operations in a Nuclear Environment. They discuss their work at the United States Nuclear and Counter Weapons of Mass Destruction Agency and the writing process for ATP 3-72. They also discuss how commanders and staffs can integrate nuclear operations in planning and training. They wrap up the episode by talking about ally and partner integration and the psychological component of nuclear operations.

Lieutenant Colonels (LTC) Jason Wood and Shaun Young join our host, LTC Lisa Becker, to talk about ATP 3-72, Operations in a Nuclear Environment. They discuss their work at the United States Nuclear and Counter Weapons of Mass Destruction Agency and the writing process for ATP 3-72. They also discuss how commanders and staffs can integrate nuclear operations in planning and training. They wrap up the episode by talking about ally and partner integration and the psychological component of nuclear operations.

Major General Dave Doyle and Command Sergeant Major Alex Kupratty from the 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson, Colorado join Lieutenant Colonel Lisa Becker and Mr. Rich Creed from CADD to talk about how to train for multidomain operations. They talk about the first two principles of training as found in FM 7-0, encouraging creativity, and the role of senior leaders in prioritizing training.

Major General Dave Doyle and Command Sergeant Major Alex Kupratty from the 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson, Colorado join Lieutenant Colonel Lisa Becker and Mr. Rich Creed from CADD to talk about how to train for multi-domain operations. They talk about the first two principles of training as found in FM 7-0, encouraging creativity, and the role of senior leaders in prioritizing training.

Major General David Doyle, Commanding General, 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson, joins Leader Up for a second time to discuss a variety of leadership and leader development topics. Talking points include the critical role of Army Civilians and the importance of their professional education, the Ivy leadership methodology used within the 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson, the significance of maintaining a positive climate and culture within an organization, Maj. Gen. Doyle's personal insights on mentoring and feedback, and more. Learn more about the 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson at: https://home.army.mil/carson/units-tenants/4th-infantry-division Maj. Gen. Doyle previously joined Leader Up in episode 34 to discuss Strategic Leadership. For questions, suggestions, or feedback, write us at usarmy.leavenworth.tradoc.mbx.armyu-amsc-podcast@army.mil To learn more about the Army Management Staff College, visit our website at https://armyuniversity.edu/amsc No DOD or U.S. ARMY ENDORSEMENT IMPLIED. Any references to commercially available products or works are used for research and educational purposes only. Mention of any specific commercial products, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the U.S. Army, Department of Defense, or the United States Government. The views and opinions of the authors expressed herein do not state or reflect those of the United States Government and shall not be used for advertising or product endorsement purposes. The mention of companies by name is solely for the purpose of representing educational framework and should not be implied as endorsement. Music: "Army Strong" composed by Mark Isham, arranged by Hector Munoz.

Our host, Lieutenant Colonel (LTC) Lisa Becker sits down with MG(R) Brad Gericke to talk about the role of nuclear weapons, the importance of training to operate in a nuclear environment, and how to think about prioritizing our training time. MG(R) Gericke brings invaluable insights on how to raise our “Nuclear IQ” from his time working on the Army staff and as a panel member for a recent Army Science Board study on nuclear operations.

Our host, Lieutenant Colonel (LTC) Lisa Becker sits down with MG(R) Brad Gericke to talk about the role of nuclear weapons, the importance of training to operate in a nuclear environment, and how to think about prioritizing our training time. MG(R) Gericke brings invaluable insights on how to raise our “Nuclear IQ” from his time working on the Army staff and as a panel member for a recent Army Science Board study on nuclear operations.

AMSC's Mr. David Howey and Dr. Robert Arp discuss critical thinking and creative thinking and highlight their importance in decision-making and problem-solving. Talking points include examples of fallacies and the importance of considering alternative perspectives, the importance of teaching critical thinking from a young age, the relevance of critical and creative thinking in the workplace, and more. Dr. Arp holds a PhD in Philosophy and is an instructor in the AMSC Department of Academic Support and Distributed Learning. For questions, suggestions, or feedback, write us at usarmy.leavenworth.tradoc.mbx.armyu-amsc-podcast@army.mil To learn more about the Army Management Staff College, visit our website at https://armyuniversity.edu/amsc No DOD or U.S. ARMY ENDORSEMENT IMPLIED. Any references to commercially available products or works are used for research and educational purposes only. Mention of any specific commercial products, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the U.S. Army, Department of Defense, or the United States Government. The views and opinions of the authors expressed herein do not state or reflect those of the United States Government and shall not be used for advertising or product endorsement purposes. The mention of companies by name is solely for the purpose of representing educational framework and should not be implied as endorsement. Music: "Army Strong" composed by Mark Isham, arranged by Hector Munoz.

The Combined Arms Doctrine Directorate (CADD) recently published a brand-new publication, ADP 3-13 Information. Lieutenant Colonel (LTC) Lisa Becker hosts the ADP 3-13 writing team for this episode, LTC(R) Chuck Schrankel and LTC(R) Mike Flynn. They describe the team approach to writing this book and the big ideas on how Soldiers should think about information.

The Combined Arms Doctrine Directorate (CADD) recently published a brand-new publication, ADP 3-13 Information. Lieutenant Colonel (LTC) Lisa Becker hosts the ADP 3-13 writing team for this episode, LTC(R) Chuck Schrankel and LTC(R) Mike Flynn. They describe the team approach to writing this book and the big ideas on how Soldiers should think about information.

With a focus on National Nutrition Month, our host, Lieutenant Colonel (LTC) Lisa Becker spotlights FM 7-22's Nutritional Readiness. She is joined by MAJ Jordan DeMay and CPT(P) Steph Meno, both serving as registered dietician within the Training and Doctrine Command enterprise. They share the importance of nutrition for Soldiers and how leaders can maximize H2F performance teams.

For National Nutrition Month, our host, Lieutenant Colonel (LTC) Lisa Becker dives into the importance of holistic health and fitness (what we refer to as H2F) and how leaders stay engaged with holistic health and fitness. LTC Becker discusses the details and practical application with Command Sergeant Major Steve Helton, CSM of the Combined Arms Center (CAC) at Fort Leavenworth, KS.

With a focus on National Nutrition Month, our host, Lieutenant Colonel (LTC) Lisa Becker spotlights FM 7-22's Nutritional Readiness. She is joined by MAJ Jordan DeMay and CPT(P) Steph Meno, both serving as registered dieticians within the Training and Doctrine Command enterprise. They share the importance of nutrition for Soldiers and how leaders can maximize H2F performance teams.

For National Nutrition Month, our host, Lieutenant Colonel (LTC) Lisa Becker dives into the importance of holistic health and fitness (what we refer to as H2F) and how leaders stay engaged with holistic health and fitness. LTC Becker discusses the details and practical application with Command Sergeant Major Steve Helton, CSM of the Combined Arms Center (CAC) at Fort Leavenworth, KS.

For our 50th episode, our host, Lieutenant Colonel (LTC) Lisa Becker teamed up with the Mad Scientist podcast “The Convergence” to discuss how we understand the threats that we face. How has that understanding been shaped and changed over time? Joined by General Gary Brito, Commanding General of the Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC), Mr. Ian Sullivan, Deputy Chief of Staff, Intelligence, TRADOC G2, COL (R) Rich Creed Jr., Director of the Combined Arms Doctrine Directorate, and the host of “The Convergence” Matt Santaspirt.

For our 50th episode, our host, Lieutenant Colonel (LTC) Lisa Becker teamed up with the Mad Scientist podcast "The Convergence" to discuss how we understand the threats that we face. How has that understanding been shaped and changed over time? Joined by General Gary Brito, Commanding General of the Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC), Mr. Ian Sullivan, Deputy Chief of Staff, Intelligence, TRADOC G2, COL (R) Rich Creed Jr., Director of the Combined Arms Doctrine Directorate, and the host of "The Convergenc" Matt Santaspirt.