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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Major General David Smith, USAF, deputy to the Chief of Air Force Reserve at the Pentagon. You’ll learn about a realm most people never get to see: the intersection of high-stakes national defense, cutting-edge technology and extreme physical endurance. General Smith is a combat-proven command pilot with over 4,000 flying hours—including 700 in combat across operations like Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. On his last appearance, as an F-16 Squadron Commander, he discussed what it takes to get your goals and dreams airborne. Since then, his leadership journey has scaled significantly. In this episode, we aren’t just talking about flying fighter jets. We are tracking a lifetime journey of constant re-invention—from the cockpit of an F-16, to operationalizing the advanced F-35 platform, to studying Artificial Intelligence at MIT and Harvard. We also dive deep into General Smith’s core thesis: why physical fitness is a non-negotiable leadership responsibility, and how that legacy of grit is carrying forward to the next generation of American leaders. General David Smith has flown in combat and conquered the Ironman World Championship, and shares insights about why physical grit, constant re-invention and data-driven innovation are the ultimate keys to sustaining your life’s goals. You will not only learn about leadership, but also about teamwork, humility, trust, and translating cockpit “wingman” reliance into selflessness and service in corporate culture. General Smith’s own 30+ year career spans commanding fighter squadrons, operationalizing the cutting-edge F-35, and studying Artificial Intelligence at MIT, Harvard and John Hopkins. He knows exactly what skills the next generation will need to navigate a rapidly evolving future. You’ll learn about the Ironman Mindset, breaking down the mental “wall” of an endurance race to conquer massive organizational barriers. And you’ll learn about the Future of Talent; Why tomorrow’s leaders must anchor themselves in STEM and AI while maintaining core human values. General Smith also talks about family legacy, and he and his wife Stacy raised two incredible, service-driven daughters: Sidney (Virgnia Military Institute graduate) and Ella (a standout collegiate athlete at the U.S. Naval Academy). Whether you are an aspiring young professional or a C-suite executive, this discussion is packed with actionable wisdom. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don't miss an episode! SHOW NOTES: MAJOR GENERAL DAVID SMITH, USAF: BIO: https://www.af.mil/About-Us/Biographies/Display/Article/1723144/david-w-smith/ Major General David Smith, USAF and his daughter, Sydney, at USAF graduation

Rob "Z-Man" Zettel is a retired U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel, commercial airline captain, and author of American MiG Pilot who served as a top-secret Red Eagles instructor pilot flying Soviet MiG-21 and MiG-23 fighter jets during the Cold War program Constant Peg.   American MiG Pilot: Inside the Top Secret USAF “Red Eagles” MiG Squadron: https://amzn.to/4fLi2DA Air Force Officer Qualifying Test (AFOQT) Prep with AFOQT Wingman https://afoqtwingman.com/Code: AFTERBURN for 10% off

Get the full, ad-free episode here: https://www.10percenttrue.com/pricing-plans/list10PCT EP88 – Dave “Khan” Carr | F-15 Eagle, F-16 Viper, Weapons School & AggressorsDave “Khan” Carr joins 10 Percent True to discuss an extraordinary fighter career flying both the F-15 Eagle and F-16 Viper.From Cold War intercepts over Alaska and Iceland to the pressure cooker of the USAF Fighter Weapons School, Red Flag, and Aggressor duty, Khan offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at elite fighter aviation.This episode explores how the USAF prepared to fight the Soviet Union, how air combat tactics evolved through the Cold War and beyond, and what it really took to become a top-tier fighter pilot.Along the way, Khan shares stories of Arctic alert missions, Keflavik intercepts, Weapons School work-ups, massive Red Flag battles, Soviet threat replication, and how the Eagle and Viper compared in a fight.If you've ever wondered what really happens behind the scenes in elite fighter aviation, this is one you won't want to miss.Timestamps2:20 A Quick Word from Steve 4:04 Welcome, Khan 4:50 Khan Introduces Himself 6:40 First Tour at Elmendorf – Flying the Eagle in Alaska 8:38 Early Career Challenges & Encounters 12:12 Discussing Losses in the Early Days 14:08 Dealing with Loss 15:34 Eyeing the Next Career Step – and Making It Happen 17:17 Keflavik – CFTs & Diversions to Scotland 19:47 Steve Geeks Out on CFTs 21:14 The Mission at Keflavik – Bears, Tomcats & Lightnings (with Tankers) 23:04 Honing Air-to-Air Skills as the Eagle Matured 25:28 Dialling Up the AoA – “It Depends…” 26:55 Rudder Use, Evolving Tactics & When to Use It 28:32 Weapons School – Selection, Work-Ups & Challenges 32:40 A Memorable Weapons School Sortie – Vark Speed & Perfect Execution 35:58 Why No “Super Squadrons”? 37:24 The Benefits of Weapons School Graduation 40:30 Expertise Across All Facets of the Mission 41:52 Tyndall & the FTU 44:35 Does It Get Better Than This? 46:18 Eagle Culture – Did It Change? 49:52 Peak Performance or Room for Improvement? The Importance of Comms 54:12 Getting Granular – What It Takes to Make It in the Eagle Community 56:34 Regrets About Missing Desert Storm? 58:12 Joining the Aggressors 59:48 Being a “True” Aggressor 1:04:25 Gloves Off? 1:06:10 Simulating the Threat Accurately – Who Sees Who? 1:09:48 Maintaining Situational Awareness 1:10:55 Becoming a Threat System SME – The Process 1:13:05 Expectation vs Reality as More Information Became Available 1:15:50 “Natural” Bias? 1:17:54 Views on Threat Advantages & Capabilities 1:21:45 Eagle vs Viper Comparisons (Intro Teaser Topic) 1:25:02 The “Bad Bob” (VX-9 F-14D) Encounter 1:26:55 Toughest Opponent as an Aggressor? 1:30:19 When Things Don't Go to Plan – Scaring Yourself 1:34:10 Eating Shit as an Eagle Guy Flying Vipers? 1:34:54 Twilight of a Career – Guard Life, MSIP A Models, NVGs & Iraq 1:39:32 Young vs Old Eagle Driver 1:42:14 Keeping Up with Evolving Tactics & Change 1:49:30 Fini Flight 1:53:15 Do You Miss It? 1:53:54 Thanks, Khan – Till Next Time

Guest: Blaine Holt General Blaine Holt discusses routine Russian nuclear threats and the U.S. military's measured reaction. While such rhetoric is common, the U.S. closely monitors yearly exercises in Belarus to identify critical gaps in Russian readiness.1951 USAF

Democrats don't want success! They only know how to fail. PLUS, Nick Kupper, retired USAF veteran and Arizona House Representative, tells Shaun about the new documentary, Duty to Disobey, and how common defense was confused with common control as the Biden Administration mandated the Covid vaccine for the military - kicking out 8600 soldiers and coercing out 60,000 more and how he almost lost his military career and medical benefits for his disabled daughter for refusing the take the vaccine. And The Heritage Foundation's Dr. EJ Antoni discusses the welfare trap and the costs it puts onto US taxpayers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Promotion: Denied by Lt Col Joseph W. Hoffler USAF-Ret. https://www.amazon.com/Promotion-Col-Joseph-Hoffler-USAF-Ret/dp/B0GGZ36KCG Promotion: Denied is a powerful true account of institutional racism, betrayal, and moral courage within the United States Air Force Academy. In this deeply personal and meticulously documented narrative, Lt Col Joseph W. Hoffler, USAF (Ret.), exposes how a distinguished twenty-two-year military career was derailed by racial prejudice, unlawful investigations, and a deliberate cover-up by senior leadership. Recruited to serve as a role model for minority cadets, Hoffler instead found himself targeted by a system meant to uphold honor, integrity, and justice. Through firsthand testimony, official records, and lived experience, this book reveals how misuse of authority, fabricated allegations, and bureaucratic silence led to the denial of promotion and forced early retirement. More than a memoir, Promotion: Denied is a compelling civil rights narrative that challenges readers to confront uncomfortable truths about racism in elite institutions. It serves as a warning to future service members and a call for accountability, transparency, and reform within the military and beyond.

Episode Summary: Operation Epic Fury has yielded important lessons learned, especially when it comes to the increasing importance of electronic warfare, the scale and scope of America's munitions inventories, and the need for radically enhanced base protection measures. Heather "Lucky" Penney discusses these themes with Lt. Gen. David "Kooler" Krumm, USAF (Ret.) of BAE Systems. What are important operational considerations? How does the industrial base help deliver solutions to harness this recent combat experience? Credits: Host: Heather "Lucky" Penney, Director of Research, The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies Producer: Shane Thin Executive Producer: Douglas Birkey Guest: Lt. Gen. David "Kooler" Krumm, USAF (Ret.), VP, Mission Integration, BAE Systems Links: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3GbA5Of Website: https://mitchellaerospacepower.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MitchellStudies Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mitchell.Institute.Aerospace LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3nzBisb Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mitchellstudies/ #MitchellStudies #AerospaceAdvantage #electronicwarfare #industry #epicfury

The US Air Force has ambitious plans, which even the proposed budget increases for fiscal 27 might not cover. Former Air Force acquisition chief Andrew Hunter joins us with the analysis, including looks ahead at how CCAs, a new heavy bomber, and a future airlifter might not be what we think. Plus the week's headlines in airpower. Powered by GE Aerospace!

Send us Fan MailPeaches is back with the May 20 Daily Drop, and this one's got everything: shrinking bonuses, carrier problems, Iranian escalation, NATO chaos, and the Pentagon throwing half a billion dollars at counter-drone tech.The United States Army keeps pushing force transformation while Europe braces for more U.S. troop withdrawals. Poland is openly stressing about losing American presence—and the billions that come with it. Meanwhile the United States Navy says the plumbing drama aboard the USS Gerald R. Ford was exaggerated, while the new Boeing MQ-25 Stingray finally moves toward deployment. Then the United States Air Force cuts reenlistment bonuses, grounds the entire Northrop T-38 Talon fleet after another crash, and keeps testing rapidly deployable special operations aircraft built for the next fight.Overseas? Iran is setting up control over the Strait of Hormuz, U.S. intelligence says mines are already in place, NATO accidentally shot down a Ukrainian drone over Estonia, and everybody keeps inching closer to a larger regional problem.Bottom line: the future battlefield is moving faster than the bureaucracy trying to manage it.⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 Tasty Gains & OTS Updates 02:00 Las Vegas OTS? 03:00 More U.S. Troops Leaving Europe 05:00 Why Poland Wants Americans to Stay 07:00 Army Transformation Hits Resistance 09:00 Legacy Equipment vs Modern Warfare 11:00 USS Ford Plumbing Drama 13:00 Boeing MQ-25 Stingray Cleared for Deployment 15:00 Super Hornets Landing on Iwo Jima 17:00 Air Force Slashes Reenlistment Bonuses 21:00 Why Bonuses Actually Disappear 24:00 Northrop T-38 Talon Fleet Grounded 26:00 AFSOC's Deployable Skyraider Concept 29:00 Pentagon Drops $500M on Counter-Drone Systems 31:00 Pete Hegseth Reviews Military Legal System 33:00 Donald Trump Eyes Iran Again 35:00 Taiwan Becomes a Negotiating Chip 37:00 Iran Tightens Grip on Hormuz 39:00 NATO Shoots Down Ukrainian Drone 41:00 U.S. Finds Mines in the Strait 43:00 Final Thoughts

Series: Walking WiselyTitle: "How to Walk God's Way in God's World"Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-12 NIV James 1:5-6Hebrews 11:6 "Without faith [trust] it is impossible to please God, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him." NIVishBottom line: Wisdom is learning to walk in God's way (aka wisely) in God's world. INTRODUCTIONCONTEXTOUTLINECONCLUSIONDISCUSSION QUESTIONSNOTESYOUTUBE DESCRIPTIONMAIN REFERENCES USEDMy opening prayer: Lord God, help us grow to be and do like Jesus, while abiding in him and leading others to do the same. Bottom line: Wisdom is learning to walk in God's way (aka wisely) in God's world. OPENING STORYA few years ago, our youth group had Pastor Ed Newton speak to them at camp. They loved him! Well, I at some point started following him on Twitter (back then) but X and had saved this tweet/post in my files. This was his quote:"God's will? Find where you have been given favor, then follow favor, then be faithful to the place that God gave you favor!"So this resonated with me. So I posted a question asking him the source of that inspiration. He replied Proverbs 3. "Over the past several months, we walked through Book of Genesis in our series God's Promises, Our Journey.In Genesis, we watched God call imperfect people to trust Him with their future:Abraham leaving home not knowing where he was goingIsaac learning to trust God's covenant promisesBut that raises an important question:How do we actually walk that journey day by day?That is where Book of Proverbs comes in.If Genesis teaches us to trust God with the big story of our lives, Proverbs teaches us how to walk wisely with God in everyday life.Proverbs is not primarily a book of random sayings or good advice. It is a father teaching his children how to live skillfully in God's world.Wisdom in Proverbs is not merely intelligence, information, or success. Wisdom is learning to see life from God's perspective and walk in God's ways.At the center of Proverbs is this foundational truth:“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.” (Proverbs 1:7)In other words: true wisdom begins with a right relationship with God.That is why Proverbs 3:5–6 is one of the most loved and well-known passages in the Bible. It speaks directly into moments of uncertainty, transition, decision-making, and future direction.And that makes this passage especially fitting today as we celebrate our graduates.Many of them are standing at a major crossroads:decisions about schoolworkrelationshipscallingidentityfuture directionAnd Proverbs reminds all of us — graduates and non-graduates alike — that our greatest need is not simply a good plan, but wholehearted trust in God." -ChatGPTWe just spend 9 weeks learning that our journey is shaped by our belief/unbelief in God's promises. We said that God's promises (rightly believed) shape our journey for good.Proverbs 3 seems like the next right step. Why? Because it tells us how to walk God's way in God's world. Our journey.“Wisdom is where knowledge and love kiss each other.”“Power is simply operating in Christ's authority with his resources.”Father (King Solomon) is discipling his Prince son. Parents, are you paying attention here?“Genesis showed us God's promises in the journey. Proverbs teaches us how to walk wisely in that journey.” -ChatGPTOrBottom line: Wisdom is learning to walk in God's way (aka wisely) in God's world. CONTEXTWhat are the key traits of the book of Proverbs?"Proverbs as wisdom literature" #wisdom #promises"Solomon/father-to-son framework" #relationships #discipleship"Fear of the Lord theme""Connection to Jesus as wisdom incarnate" #incarnation-ChatGPT"We're in Proverbs and that means wisdom literature. Why does that matter? Well, we read wisdom literature differently from other types of literature like narrative or didactic. Wisdom literature often communicates general patterns.Gospel and covenant texts often communicate definitive redemptive promises.In other words, Proverbs teaches us the normal pathways of wisdom. Jesus announces the guaranteed promises of the kingdom."-ChatGPTGenesis showed us Abraham learning to trust God's audible voice with the big story of their lives. Proverbs teaches us how to walk wisely with God's written word in everyday decisions.“This is generally true now and will always prove true later.” -Daniel Akin"Proverbs describes the normal moral order of God's world,but the fullness of these blessings is ultimately eschatological." -ChatGPTBottom line: Wisdom is learning to walk in God's way (aka wisely) in God's world. OUTLINE (influenced by Danny Akin)In the early 90s, Anita and I lived in Tampa Florida. Our time included joining Bell Shoals Baptist Church, where I was baptized. This is where I responded to Ministry. This is where I heard the preaching of Danny Akin for the first. I had never heard preaching like this before. It so impressed and influenced me that summer, that I went to the seminar where he was Dean of students. (SEBTS) He's now the president of the seminary. Today's outline is influenced by him and his son's efforts in a commentary I read this past week.I. We Should Keep the Covenant PROVERBS 3:1,3,5,7,9The odd verses give the obligations that we are called to live up to if weare in a covenant relationship with the Lord. II. God Blesses Covenant-Keepers PROVERBS 3:2,4,6,8,10The even verses give the divine partner's obligations. III. This Is Generally True Now and Will Always Prove True LaterProverbs 3:11-12The proverbs are generally true now, but they are always ultimately true.IV. Jesus Kept the Covenant for You"The good news is that he represents us before the Father in this covenant relationship. He lived up to our obligations for us, and thenhe took the curses of covenant breaking in our place." -Daniel AkinCONCLUSIONBottom line: Wisdom is learning to walk in God's way (aka wisely) in God's world. From ChatGPT:The Pilot Through the Clouds (Excellent for “straight paths”)One of the most dangerous moments for a pilot is flying through thick clouds without visual reference points.Everything in the body starts lying:up feels down,left feels right,motion feels still.Pilots are trained not to trust their feelings in that moment. They must trust the instruments.Some pilots have crashed perfectly good airplanes because they trusted their instincts more than the guidance system.Proverbs 3 says: “Lean not on your own understanding.”There will be seasons where:your emotions will mislead you,your instincts will fail you,your understanding will be incomplete.In those moments, wisdom means trusting the Lord more than yourself.I found the incident you're referring to, though the pilot's name appears to have been spelled Vinson Kyle Perdue in newspaper reporting, not “Purdue.” The crash occurred in August 1981 near Dorchester Road in the Summerville area. What I could verify:He was a young Air Force pilot from Summerville.The jet crashed during a routine training mission near Dorchester Road.The crash happened close to the Kings Grant area you mentioned. I could not verify from available sources that vertigo/disorientation was officially determined as the cause, though your memory of local reporting may absolutely be correct. Spatial disorientation/vertigo is a well-known factor in military aviation crashes, especially during instrument conditions.For sermon purposes, I would be careful not to state definitively:“The crash was officially caused by vertigo…”unless you locate a direct source confirming that.But you can still use the illustration powerfully and honestly by framing it like this:When I was growing up in Summerville, there was a military jet crash near Dorchester Road across from Kings Grant where we lived.I still remember how sobering that was as a kid.And one of the things pilots are trained to understand is that when visibility disappears and disorientation sets in, your senses can begin lying to you.Up can feel down. Motion can feel still. Your instincts can become dangerous.That's why pilots are trained to trust their instruments more than their feelings.Proverbs 3 says something very similar spiritually:“Lean not on your own understanding.”There are moments in life where:your emotions will mislead you,your instincts will fail you,your understanding will be incomplete.Wisdom means learning to trust God more than yourself.That keeps:the local authenticity,the emotional weight,the aviation imagery,and the pastoral application—without overstating what can be historically verified.And honestly, because this is tied to your own childhood memory in Summerville, it will likely land much harder emotionally than a generic illustration ever could.From Claude.aiWhat Was Found on Vinson Kyle PerdueThe primary verified source is a newspaper clipping from The Greenville News, dated August 26, 1981 — a clipping published in The Greenville News on August 26, 1981, mentioning Vinson Kyle Perdue in Greenville, South Carolina. That confirms the name spelling (Perdue, not Purdue) and the August 1981 date align with newspaper reporting. The Newspapers.com record exists but sits behind a paywall, so the full text of the article wasn't accessible — which means we can confirm existence of reporting but not the article's specific content on cause of death.No publicly accessible official USAF accident investigation report for this specific crash surfaced. The Aviation Archaeological Investigation & Research database (which houses USAF accident reports from that era) exists but didn't return this specific crash in searches.Bottom line on the Perdue crash: Name, date, and general location are confirmed by newspaper record. Cause of death (vertigo/spatial disorientation) remains your childhood memory of local reporting — plausible and consistent with the era, but not independently verifiable from open sources right now.What Was Found on Spatial Disorientation — and Why It Strengthens Your IllustrationThis is where the research gets genuinely useful for your sermon. The data on spatial disorientation (SD) as a cause of military aviation fatalities is extensive and striking:• Spatial disorientation accounted for 11% of all USAF crashes, with a crash fatality rate of 69% — and the SD rate was significantly higher in fighter/attack aircraft and helicopters than in training and transport aircraft. At night, 23% of all crashes were SD-caused. • Even as overall military aviation accidents per flight hour decreased dramatically from 1958–1992, the rate of SD-caused crashes remained nearly constant — actually increasing as a percentage of all crashes, from 6% in 1958–1971 to 16% in 1972–1992. Technology didn't solve it. The problem is human physiology.• Over a 21-year period (FY1993–2013), there were 72 spatial disorientation mishaps in the USAF, resulting in the loss of 101 lives, 65 aircraft, and $2.32 billion.Spatial disorientation occurs when a pilot's response to false sensations — of attitude, motion, velocity, acceleration, or position — causes the pilot to misinterpret his or her position in flight relative to the earth or other aircraft. The instruments tell the truth. The pilot's body lies to him.How This Serves the SermonYou don't need the Perdue crash to be officially documented as an SD case to use SD as the theological hinge of your illustration. Here's why: the statistics above are so overwhelming that you can say with complete accuracy:“Spatial disorientation — where a pilot's senses tell him up is down and motion is stillness — is one of the leading causes of military aviation fatalities. The pilot feels completely confident. His body is lying to him. That's why pilots are trained to trust their instruments over their instincts.”Then the transition to Proverbs 3 is natural and devastating: “Lean not on your own understanding” isn't just piety — it's survival logic. The human perceptual system is not reliable in conditions of low visibility and high stress. Neither is the unregenerate heart.The local crash becomes the emotional anchor. The SD research data gives it theological weight that doesn't depend on what you can or can't verify about that specific August morning in 1981.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​PrayQuestions (Write this down) - grab an index card and penWhat is God saying to you right now? What are you going to do about it?Write this down on the index card in the seat pockets.DISCUSSION QUESTIONSDiscovery Bible Study process: https://www.dbsguide.org/Read the passage together.Retell the story in your own words.Discovery the storyWhat does this story tell me about God?What does this story tell me about people?If this is really true, what should I do?What is God saying to you right now? (Write this down)What are you going to do about it? (Write this down)Who am I going to tell about this?Find our sermons, podcasts, discussion questions and notes at https://www.gracetoday.net/podcastNOTESProverbs 3:5-6 outline by Stephen Olford, Windows of Wisdom, pp. 17-19

In the world of aviation, there are countless ways to make a difference and build a long, satisfying career. Whether you want to fix airplanes as an aircraft mechanic or delve into the business side of aerospace, opportunities are waiting in every corner of the airport and repair shop. To share expertise and insights on the aviation workforce, this episode of the Aviation Pros Podcast features four professionals from different areas of the industry: Paul T. Glessner: Founder and CEO of Executive Jet Support Services (EJSS) John Goglia: Aviation safety expert and mechanic, former NTSB board member General Lloyd “Fig” Newton: Retired four-star USAF general and Thunderbirds pilot Izzy Lozada: Founder & CEO of Choice Jet Group Corporation and finance expert Combining perspectives from maintenance and engineering operations, the United States Air Force and Wall Street, this panel shares valuable reflections on how to get into the aviation industry and stay there.

It’s been quite some time since I have responded to “mail” so I have curated five questions to address:. What should the USAF do now? Is fraud a form of irregular warfare? What should the DoW do with 1.5 trillion dollars? References: Unauthorized History of the Pacific War Podcast RAND wish-casting on drones in 2015. Slaughterbots (2017) Slaughterbots: if human: kill() (2021) How are Drones Changing Modern Warfare? Sun Tzu The Art of War Carl von Clausewitz On War Miyamoto Musashi A Book of Five Rings: The Classic Guide to Strategy H. John Poole The Last Hundred Yards: The NCO's Contribution to Warfare Christian Brose The Kill Chain: Defending America in the Future of High-Tech Warfare Qiao Liang & Wang Xiangsui Unrestricted Warfare: China’s Master Plan to Destroy America My Substack Email at cgpodcast@pm.me

In this episode, Peter Garretson talks with serial Space Entrepreneur Charles Miller.  They discuss Charles' latest piece Cracking the Code on the Lunar Economy. The two delve into the Evolved Lunar Architecture Study vision, its impact, the first instantiation of Artemis, and the latest changes following the NASA Ignition event. They focus on the Trump White House executive order's goals of Lunar Economic Development and garnering $50B in new private space investment, as well as what is at stake with regard to China. They analyze the utility of using an "Authority" to build the Moon base—and how it should be created, and who could / should create it. They review Miller's early work as a policy entrepreneur in the L5 Society (now NSS), creation of ProSpace, Space Frontier Foundation, and March Storm.  Then his work founding Nanoracks, then Lynk Global.  They examine his work on the NSSO Space Solar Power Study and on the USAF's Fast Space Study and their impact. They conclude with big picture discussion about what it means to 'win' and a space strategy worthy of the nation, and inspirational words for space entrepreneurs.

Dr. Jei Pearcey is a cognitive psychophysiologist, professor, and USAF combat veteran whose life's work bridges the gap between elite performance, mind-body therapies, and empathy-driven leadership. As the Co-Founder and Chief Sport & Performance Psychologist at NSAWMF and CEO of Mindbytech, he leverages a rare combination of lived experience and scientific rigor to redefine mental health, by honing in on mental fitness.Contact Dr. Jei Pearcey:www.drjei.comwww.NSAWMF.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-jei/@dr.jei.pDr. Kimberley LinertSpeaker, Author, Broadcaster, Mentor, Trainer, Behavioral OptometristEvent Planners- I am available to speak at your event. Here is my media kit: https://brucemerrinscelebrityspeakers.com/portfolio/dr-kimberley-linert/To book Dr. Linert on your podcast, television show, conference, corporate training or as an expert guest please email her at incrediblelifepodcast@gmail.com or Contact Bruce Merrin at Bruce Merrin's Celebrity Speakers at merrinpr@gmail.com702.256.9199Host of the Podcast Series: Incredible Life Creator PodcastAvailable on...Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/incredible-life-creator-with-dr-kimberley-linert/id1472641267Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6DZE3EoHfhgcmSkxY1CvKf?si=ebe71549e7474663 and on 9 other podcast platformsAuthor of Book: "Visualizing Happiness in Every Area of Your Life"Get on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4cmTOMwWebsite: https://linktr.ee/DrKimberleyLinertThe Great Discovery eLearning platform: https://thegreatdiscovery.com/kimberleyl

May is a time to raise awareness of and reduce the stigma surrounding behavioral health conditions. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, as well as highlighting how mental illness and addiction can affect all of us – patients, providers, families, and our society at large. On Thursday, May 7th, join my guest and me, Dr. Monique with The Chouraeshkenazi Group Dr. Monique M. Chouraeshkenazi, PhD, PsyD, MSCP, a USAF combat veteran, 2x international bestselling author, clinical neuropsychometrician (scientist), researcher, professor, and forensic neuropsychopathology expert. As we discuss mental health and why mental health awareness matters. Dr. Chouraeshkenazi is CEO and Chief Clinical Neuropsychometrician of The Chouraeshkenazi Group (TCG), a veteran-owned mental health evaluative, consulting, research, and educational practice in Tysons Corner, Virginia. TCG advances mental health initiatives through integrity, innovation, and evidence-based efforts, translating clinical knowledge into practical strategies that improve mental health care, support cognitive wellness, and inform educational practices.

In our previous episode, we learned how U.S. Air Force pilot Robert Jefffrey was shot down over North Vietnam during his first mission of the war. He suffered burns and spinal injuries as the plane was hit and he ejected. Jeffrey was captured as soon as he parachuted to the ground. After that, he was interrogated, nearly executed, and repeatedly tortured. Today, we hear more of Col. Jeffrey's story, from prison life to his first breaths of freedom after more than seven years of captivity.In this edition of Veterans Chronicles, Col. Jeffrey tells us about being moved out of Hoa Lo prison, also known as the Hanoi Hilton, to other facilities, namely "The Zoo," and Son Tay. He also explains the enemy used food rations to try to turn the Americans against one another and how the prisoners refused to let that tactic work.Jeffrey also takes us into the many moments of hope for freedom only to have them dashed in disappointment, But he also walks us through the developments when he finally was freed in February 1973. And you'll hear about Jeffrey's return trip to Vietnam decades later and the question he still needs answered.

Send us Fan MailAlbert was introduced to the show by guest, and friend, Paul Dietzel. Albert is born and raised in the Town of Bisbee, AZ. In high school he knew he wanted to be a police officer so he became an Explorer with the Department.After high school, he joined to Air Force and worked in Security Forces until he was old enough to return home and join the local police department. He rose through the ranks, eventually becoming the Chief...but we didn't quite make it that far yet.I'm excited to have him on the show, and even more excited for you all to hear his stories. He's coming back in the near future, we just need to settle on the day...Come see me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/choir.practice.94 or on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/cp_sfaf/

Enjoyed this episode or the podcast in general? Send me a text message:The A-10 Warthog was supposed to be done. Too slow, too old, and too exposed for modern wars. Then Operation Epic Fury kicks off and suddenly the most advanced stealth jets run into a problem they can't solve cleanly: small, fast attack boats weaving through commercial traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, plus high-pressure missions that demand hours of persistent overwatch and instant, precise firepower.We walk through how the A-10 Thunderbolt II earns a new nickname, “boat buster,” and why its “weaknesses” become advantages in a medium-threat environment. From AGM-65 Maverick strikes to APKWS rockets and the bone-rattling GAU-8 Avenger cannon, the Warthog's close air support mindset translates into maritime interdiction. We also dig into the most dramatic moment of the operation, the rescue of Dude 44, where A-10s reprise the “Sandy” mission by suppressing enemy forces and coordinating recovery under fire.From there, we get technical: the titanium bathtub, self-sealing fuel tanks, manual reversion, and the engineering realities of firing a cannon so powerful it can threaten your own engines. We explain the refueling challenge created by the KC-46 transition and the rapid fix that adds probe-and-drogue capability, unlocking agile combat employment with C-130 style tankers and lower-altitude refueling below the radar horizon. Finally, we weigh the looming 2030 retirement and the proposed replacements, including what changes when you compare gun time, cost per flight hour, and situational awareness.Subscribe, share this with the aviation nerd in your life, and leave a review if you want more deep dives like this. After listening, what aircraft should we break down next?Support the showTo help support this podcast and become a PilotPhotog ProCast member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1555784/supportIf you enjoy this episode, subscribe to this podcast, you can find links to most podcast streaming services here: PilotPhotog Podcast (buzzsprout.com)Sign up for the free weekly newsletter Hangar Flyingwith Tog here: https://hangarflyingwithtog.com You can check out my YouTube channel for many videos on fighter planes here:https://youtube.com/c/PilotPhotog If you'd like to support this podcast via Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/PilotPhotog And finally, you can follow me on Twitter here:https://twitter.com/pilotphotog

Dan is joined by retired Lt. General Richard Newton III of the USAF to talk about the latest rumblings in Iran, Dan gets some clips from Hegseth talking about the latest in operations, and then the team lays into alleged Nazi Senate Candidate Graham Platner | aired on Tuesday, May 5th, 2026 on Nashville's Morning News with Dan MandisSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This video compiles Dr. Michael Salla's discussions on various topics including "Voice-to-Skull" technology and the CIA's MK-Ultra involvement. A significant segment focuses on the alleged visit of Tulsi Gabbard to "area 51" for "ufo" disclosure, hinting at an upcoming official "et" disclosure. The discussions also touch on "government cover ups" and "conspiracy" theories.00:00:00 - Topics 00:01:11 - "Trump Will Go Down In History As The UFO Disclosure President" https://x.com/InterstellarUAP/status/204816255180077076500:05:00 - Was David Wilcock Silenced? The Disturbing Truth Behind His Death & ‘Voice-to-Skull' Tech https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/2048730959042732142 00:10:27 - USAF whistleblower, Matthew Sullivan, was due to testify before Congress about the legacy UFO program but shot himself in an alleged suicide in 2024. https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/204883293580598083600:13:38 - Dr. Steven Greer shares his skepticism about humans and extraterrestrials interbreeding. https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/2049098599342973438 00:17:14 - Recovering Giants, Hidden Operations, and Temporal War https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/204942560787266404100:20:40 - DNI Tulsi Gabbard flies to Area 51 to get answers about classified UFOs. https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/204944154153441700400:23:51 - What is behind this push for the "First Clean Audit" of the Pentagon? https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/204945042426501544200:28:33 - Not long to wait according to President Trump for release of UFO files. https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/204962591925432336800:31:49 - TR-3B Encounter & 15 Minutes Missing Time - What Happened That Night? https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/2049816701424779409 00:33:42 - Luis Elizondo confirms that UFO whistleblowers are targeted by unknown individuals (aka MIB). https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/2049893119483695152 00:35:29 - President Trump just announced UFO disclosure in the Oval Office with four Astronauts standing behind him https://x.com/InterstellarUAP/status/2049575209578193275 00:36:25 - Hearing on May 13. MK Ultra. House Oversight Taskforce. https://x.com/RepLuna/status/2049551130863034456 00:38:27 - Morocco becomes the 64th nation to sign the Artemis Accords, and will be part of the multinational effort to establish a Moon base and later missions to Mars. https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/205001749600290031500:46:35 - Retired Admiral Timothy Gallaudet warns that Earth may already be under surveillance by a “higher order” of intelligence. https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/2050018290546688051 00:49:12 - Synchronicity between Trump's plan to release UFO information and 17 earthquakes around Area 51. https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/2050178790035251635 00:55:41 - Exopolitics Live Briefings Resume - Official UFO Disclosure is Imminent https://exopolitics.org/exopolitics-live-briefings-resume-official-ufo-disclosure-is-imminent/Join Dr. Salla on Patreon for Early Releases, Webinar Perks and More.Visit https://Patreon.com/MichaelSalla/

Robert Jeffrey became fascinated with aviation at a young age after his father got a pilot's license. By the time he was preparing to graduate high school, Jeffrey knew he wanted to be a pilot and that he wanted to fly in the U.S. Air Force. He joined in 1960 and excelled in pilot training. By 1965, he was flying the F-4 earlier than most of his peers. Late that year, he deployed to Thailand to fly missions over North Vietnam. On December 20, 1965, Jeffrey flew his first mission. It would also be his last mission.In this edition of Veterans Chronicles, Col. Jeffrey takes us into that fateful mission, the circumstances that led to him being hit by enemy anti-aircraft fire, having his plane explode, and being forced to eject.Jeffrey also recounts being captured, interrogated, threatened with execution, and tortured by the enemy. You'll also learn what Jeffrey did when he could not take the pain of torture any longer. And he  describes the importance of making contact with the other POW's held in the infamous Hoa Lo prison, known now as the Hanoi Hilton.Don't miss Part 1 of this powerful story.

Send us Fan MailI've known James for a little while now, and I know he listens to the show, so when I heard he retired and hung up his gunboat... I knew I needed to reach out.He started his law enforcement service in the United States Air Force! He was stationed to Davis Montana AFB here in Tucson and even deployed to Iraq during the first Gulf War.Upon completing his 4 year commitment, he went back to school and entered the ministry as a Pastor in California. He loved this job, but Law Enforcement was in his blood, so he returned to Arizona and was hired by the Pima County Sheriff's department.Turn it up and enjoy the episode. James will be coming back, so keep your eyes peeled for his future episodes.  Come see me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/choir.practice.94 or on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/cp_sfaf/

CO Uplift Today Pastor Brian converses with Dr. Joseph Sanders, Col, USAF (Ret.) about his life and calling, and his work with teenagers as the CEO of CO Uplift, and organization that teaches Character and Leadership development to our young people.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For review:1. US President Donald Trump canceled a trip to Islamabad by two envoys to meet Iran war mediator Pakistan on Saturday after Iran's foreign minister flew out of the Pakistani capital following talks, dealing a new setback to peace prospects.Presidnet Trump said in a social media post that he had called off the planned visit by his special envoy Steve Witkoff and son-in-law Jared Kushner, citing what he said was tremendous confusion in the Iranian leadership.2. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu instructed the IDF to go after Hezbollah targets “with force” on Saturday, as the terror group and the Israeli military continued to trade fire in northern Israel and southern Lebanon, despite the extension of the tenuous ceasefire between the warring sides by several more weeks.3. East Coast carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN-77) is now operating in the Middle East after a sailing around the southern tip of Africa, U.S. Central Command announced on Thursday. Bush's entrance into CENTCOM marks the first time three carriers have been in the Middle East since the height of the U.S. wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72) has been operating in the Arabian Sea since January while USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN-78) has been operating in the Red Sea since last week, USNI News reported.4. North Korea recently launched five short range ballistic missiles (SRBMs) armed with cluster munitions against an island target in the Sea of Japan for the second time this month, further trialing the warhead's capabilities, state media reported Monday.5. USAF plans to more than double its F-15EX Eagle II fleet to 267 aircraft, up from the previously planned 129, as part of the fiscal 2027 budget request rolled out this week. The revised plan calls for 24 additional Eagle IIs next year at a cost of roughly $3 billion, according to the service's fiscal 2027 budget request.6. The Pentagon's Munitions Acceleration Council (MAC) is homing in on 14 legacy and “emerging” munitions as part of its ambitious plan to ramp up the production and ink a series of multi-year deals, according to fiscal 2027 budget documents.The Legacy Weapons: ·        Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) Missile Segment Enhancement interceptors·        Terminal High Altitude Air Defense (THAAD) interceptors ·        Standard Missile-3 IIA ·        SM-6·        SM-3 Block IB·        Tomahawk Land Attack Missile ·        Joint Advanced Tactical Missile  ·        Low-Cost Cruise Missile ·        Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missile ·        Maritime Strike Tomahawk ·        Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile-Extended Range·        Long Range Anti-Ship MissileEmerging Capabilities: ·        Low-Cost Hypersonic Strike Weapon ·        Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) Increment 1 7. US Army has unveiled plans for the future of its ground vehicle fleet, as well as what it refers to as its biggest modernization priority: Next Generation Command & Control (NGC2). The newly released budget documents reveal, that the service is looking to procure over 100 XM30 vehicles in the coming years, provide hundreds of millions of dollars for the Mobile Tactical Cannon (MTC) program, and invest almost $4 billion across consolidated NGC2 budget lines.

Weather & weekend events...Virginia voting maps..."Three Things You Need to Know"...USAF offering big bonuses for certain jobs...texts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Sky and Rico talk about life as a modern day fire pilot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us Fan Mail****DISCLAIMER**** The views and comments made by host and guest do not represent the views nor are they in association with the United States military.****Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force-Attitude Reflects LeadershipChief Master Sergeant of the US Air Force (CMSAF), Kaleth Wright, is the 18th and current CMSAF. Though Chief Wright's judgment in football teams may be unfortunate, the loyalty he shows to the Dallas Cowboys echoes his commitment to the Airmen under his command and his desire to see them thrive.Chief Wright would be the first to tell you that behind his successful career, stand a series of failures that propelled him to persevere, develop the compassion, and sincerity that allow him to represent the highest enlisted level of leadership in the US Air Force today.CMSAF Wright has not forgotten where he came from.  As a result, CMSAF Wright has applied the mentorship he received along the way by utilizing emotional intelligence and wisdom to lead. He aims to develop relationships with the Airmen under his authority by taking an interest in their lives.  This ACTION STYLE of leadership is only possible when a leader is willing to have a positive influence and talk with those under their guidance.Chief Wright naturally sees the good in people and has repeatedly seen the mutual benefit in investing in them to help them achieve their goals. The leader sets the tone for his people, and as the classic movie “Remember the Titans” so wisely put it: Attitude reflects leadership.Chief Wright is a lifelong learner and is committed to deliberate personal development in a number of ways.  Examples include reading a couple of books a week and listening to podcasts during his work commute. His current top three book recommendations are: (1) “The Alchemist” by Paulo Coelho, (2) “The Old Man and the Sea” by Ernest Hemingway, and (3) “As A Man Thinketh” by James Allen.Show Notes:Thoughts on “Enlisted Jesus” Moniker (03:30)Using social media as vehicle for transparency (04:30)Advice to leaders wanting to leverage social media to connectHow to build an effective relationship with someone who wants to be isolated (05:40)What leaders can do to stay in touch with ground truth (07:15)Positive attitude and influenceBest conversations leaders can have to unleash the potential in their people (10:50)Person that inspired Chief Wright and ignited his charge (15:20)Unusual successful habits Chief Wright hasBook recommendations (17:40)Personal philosophy and Failing forward (20:30)How past failure helped him in the future (21:44)Support the showConnect with Passing The Torch: Facebook and IG: @torchmartinMore Amazing Stories:Episode 41: Lee Ellis – Freeing You From Bond That Make You InsecureEpisode 81: Kurt Warner – Perseverance, Humility, and Lighting the Way Episode 90: Michelle 'MACE' Curran – How to Turn Fear into Fuel------------© 2026 TORCH LEAP®, LLC. All rights reserved.

Bill Berlin is a flight nurse and serves in the USAF. His daughter is currently battling Leukemia and Bill was kind enough to come on to the podcast to talk about what this journey has taught him about being a health care provider. Listener discretion is advised.

In this gripping episode, I sit down with former USAF All-Source Analyst and whistleblower Michaela FacharWe explore her perspective on the growing body of government acknowledgment surrounding extraterrestrial existence, the internal resistance and “gatekeeping” within intelligence communities, and the personal cost of coming forward. Michaela Fachar:TikTok: @michaelafachar IG: @michaelafachar X:@michaelafacharFocus Congo: TikTok: @focuscongo Instagram: @focuscongo YT: @focuscongo @FocusCongo_DRC

Lt. Gen. Richard Newton, retired USAF and NewsNation contributor, analyzes Iran war games and Pentagon plans after the ceasefire begins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Throwbacks are where I re-release old episodes from the archives. So don't worry if you have heard it already, as 'New episodes' will continue to come out on Sundays. To get some of the old episodes heard.~~~In this episode, we are joined by Nathan in North Wales in the United Kingdom. Nathan's whole life is full of interesting encounters, from one experience on RAF Woodbridge to missing time in Nevada. And a really powerful First-Contact dream with a disturbing Twist, and he's been having these particular Dreams for the last couple of years, but this one was in a different league of intensity.More information on this episode on the podcast website:https://ufochroniclespodcast.com/ep-230-a-ufo-will-land-here/Want to share your encounter on the show?Email: UFOChronicles@gmail.comOr Fill out Guest Form:https://forms.gle/uGQ8PTVRkcjy4nxS7Podcast Merchandise:https://www.teepublic.com/user/ufo-chronicles-podcastHelp Support UFO CHRONICLES by becoming a Patron:https://patreon.com/UFOChroniclespodcastX: https://x.com/UFOchronpodcastAll Links for Podcast:https://linktr.ee/UFOChroniclesPodcastThank you for listening!Like share and subscribe it really helps me when people share the show on social media, it means we can reach more people and more witnesses and without your amazing support, it wouldn't be possible.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ufo-chronicles-podcast--3395068/support.

Throwbacks are where I re-release old episodes from the archives. So don't worry if you have heard it already, as 'New episodes' will continue to come out on Sundays. To get some of the old episodes heard.~~~In this episode, we are joined by Nathan in North Wales in the United Kingdom. Nathan's whole life is full of interesting encounters, from one experience on RAF Woodbridge to missing time in Nevada. And a really powerful First-Contact dream with a disturbing Twist, and he's been having these particular Dreams for the last couple of years, but this one was in a different league of intensity.More information on this episode on the podcast website:https://ufochroniclespodcast.com/ep-230-a-ufo-will-land-here/Want to share your encounter on the show?Email: UFOChronicles@gmail.comOr Fill out Guest Form:https://forms.gle/uGQ8PTVRkcjy4nxS7Podcast Merchandise:https://www.teepublic.com/user/ufo-chronicles-podcastHelp Support UFO CHRONICLES by becoming a Patron:https://patreon.com/UFOChroniclespodcastX: https://x.com/UFOchronpodcastAll Links for Podcast:https://linktr.ee/UFOChroniclesPodcastThank you for listening!Like share and subscribe it really helps me when people share the show on social media, it means we can reach more people and more witnesses and without your amazing support, it wouldn't be possible.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ufo-chronicles-podcast--3395068/support.

The episode takes a good look into the top exopolitical events of the past week. 00:00:00 - Topics00:01:48 - Congressman Burlison has taken action to have Pentagon videos/photos of UFOs declassified and released to the public. https://x.com/The_Astral_/status/203802843644732630500:05:23 - Advanced drone swarms, aka UFO fleets, fly over a major USAF base with impunity during the Iran war. https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/203841703111706215500:08:13 - Iran War a smokescreen for liberating tunnels and DUMBs filled with portals, giants & ancient tech: https://exopolitics.org/iran-war-a-smokescreen-for-liberating-tunnels-and-dumbs-filled-with-portals-giants-ancient-tech/00:12:33 - Hoping that the upcoming Trump Presidential Library has an entire floor dedicated to all the UFO files Trump is going to release soon https://x.com/EricTrump/status/203877327978833102200:14:52 - The Japanese Parliament is following the US lead in setting up a bipartisan parliamentary UFO caucus. https://x.com/asakawayosiharu/status/203650303242339141500:17:41 - Matt Gaetz discusses a US Army soldier briefing him on a hybrid breeding program. https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/2039181799473950752 00:22:33 - Congressman Tim Burchett says the official briefings he has received on UFOs cover issues that would keep people up at night: https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/204003215152613006300:25:43 - A new detail from the Bob Lazar story is that the flying saucer craft he worked on was retrieved from the ocean. https://x.com/MichaelSalla/status/2040186320098636077 00:28:51 - Jaime Walden says he received an intelligence briefing that UFO disclosure from Trump is a "done deal" scheduled for as early as May, https://x.com/fringedotcom/status/2039819964820205846 00:30:45 - Inside the 2026 Exopolitical Forecast with Salla, Decode & JP https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VtJmqU5Z_4E Join Dr. Salla on Patreon for Early Releases, Webinar Perks and More.Visit https://Patreon.com/MichaelSalla/#UFO disclosure #Stargates #extraterrestrial contact #great awakening

Major General Jim “beak” Hunt grew up in So Cal and went to USAFA to avoid a certain academic topic he covers. Turned out to be one of the many assignments he tried to avoid throughout his career but eventually came to enjoy and overcome. Most notably BEAK is likely the first USAF general officer to command a US ARMY Corps in combat. This was at the end of his long flying career in the USAF where he flew F-4, F-15, F-117, and the memorable U-2. Post USAF activities include training flight surgeons by flying them, consulting for joint operations outfits, and running his local airport.

In the summer of 1952, the skies over Washington DC were filled with USAF fighter jets chasing strange radar contacts and weird sightings. On this episode, Lee and Nathan look back the early 1950s, and the complicated relationship the Air Force had with the idea of flying saucers.

Send us Fan Mail****DISCLAIMER**** The views and comments made by host and guest do not represent the views nor are they in association with the United States military.  ****NOTE: This episode was recorded on another podcast by same host. The new Facebook page is https://www.facebook.com/passingthetorchwithmartinfoster/Retired Air Force Chief of Staff, General John P. Jumper, provides thoughts on mentorship and leadership. Mr. Jumper served in the military for 39 years and gained plenty of knowledge along the way. Like a true mentor, he shares that knowledge to carry on the Air Force Legacy. For more information, please see his bio: http://www.af.mil/AboutUs/Biographies/Display/Article/104697/general-john-p-jumper/Topics include:- Advancement of technology- Leaders leveraging social media to their advantage- Working twice as hard today to develop leadership skills- SNCOs having face-to-face contact- What his leadership approach would be in current Air Force- People confusing mentorship with sponsorshipSupport the showConnect with Passing The Torch: Facebook and IG: @torchmartinMore Amazing Stories:Episode 41: Lee Ellis – Freeing You From Bond That Make You InsecureEpisode 81: Kurt Warner – Perseverance, Humility, and Lighting the Way Episode 90: Michelle 'MACE' Curran – How to Turn Fear into Fuel------------© 2026 TORCH LEAP®, LLC. All rights reserved.

Continuing our Theme this month, looking at how the Church ministers to (or doesn't minister to) the entire body of Christ.We have on the panel today representatives from Together We Care, SOAR and KeyMinistry/Disability and the Church.Do you know the difference in Diversity- Inclusion & Belonging? The importance of community!About our panelistsJilliam Palmiotto/Together We CareJillian Palmiotto is the Founder and Executive Director of Together We Care, a Georgia-based nonprofit that equips and empowers families impacted by disabilities through strategic planning, advocacy, and practical support. With over a decade of experience in special needs ministry, Jillian also serves as the Special Needs Inclusion Coordinator at West Ridge Church and as the Executive Director of the Together Conference. Her passion for building inclusive communities is fueled by her personal journey as a special education teacher and disability ministry leader. Jillian brings a wealth of knowledge, compassion, and real-world expertise to every conversation—helping families, churches, and organizations navigate complex systems with hope and clarity. Doc Hunsley/SOARStephen “Doc” Hunsley, M.D. is the Executive Director and founder of SOAR Special Needs in Lenexa, Kansas. SOAR (Special Opportunities, Abilities, and Relationships) serves over 1500 individuals with special needs through regular respite events and the nation's largest Disability Day Camp. Doc is currently assisting over 725 churches locally, nationally, and globally in starting a Disability Ministry. Doc also organizes the Wonderfully Made Conference held annually every October in Kansas City. Doc is a USAF veteran and a retired disabled pediatrician while his wife, Kay, continues practicing pediatrics. They are proud parents to three beautiful children: Luke, Mark, and Sarah. The Hunsley's middle child, Mark, is presently running the halls of heaven. During Mark's five-year earthly stay, he gave his family the opportunity to learn from and love a child with autism. Dr. Steve Grcevich/Disability & the Church/Key MinistryDr. Steve Grcevich is a child and adolescent psychiatrist with 40 years of experience as a clinician, researcher, and professor who serves as President and Founder of Key Ministry. He plays a lead role in Key Ministry's work to support churches in evangelism and outreach to the mental health community. He is the author of Mental Health and the Church (Zondervan), the first comprehensive model to guide churches in their mental health outreach and inclusion efforts. In his role with Key Ministry, he has been invited to speak or create resources for the American Association of Christian Counselors, the Christian Medical Dental Society, the Colson Center, the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission of the Southern Baptist Convention and the National Association of Evangelicals. He currently serves on Focus on the Family's Physician Resource Council and is a widely requested speaker at national ministry conferences.

Send us Fan MailRob "Z-Man" Zettel shares what it was like to fly the MiG-23 Flogger with the "Red Eagles" with plenty of good stories throughout!We also chat about his book "American MiG Pilot" which you can pick up via the link below.Pick up Z-Man's book - https://robzettel.com/*Pick up one of our patches -  https://ebay.us/m/B0gs3iHelp to keep the channel going:         PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterviewDONATE - http://www.aircrewinterview.tv/donate/* Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview  Follow us: https://www.aircrewinterview.tv/https://www.instagram.com/aircrew_interviewhttps://www.facebook.com/aircrewinterviewhttps://www.twitter.com/aircrewtvSupport the show

Dr. Richard Massey spent decades inside the medical system — from USAF medic to pharmacy school to anesthesiology — before a personal betrayal by his own education cracked the paradigm wide open. In this deeply moving conversation, Richard introduces us to what he calls family biology: the idea that our nervous systems carry inherited loyalty programs from the womb, designed to absorb our ancestors' suffering as an act of love — and that what we call illness is often that love story facing backwards. We explore the intelligence of the heart, the trilogy of conception, how birth events silently script our relationship to work and intimacy, and why the body is never broken — only in repair. Richard walks us through real cases where autoimmune conditions, atrial fibrillation, and even terminal diagnoses dissolved once the ancestral connection was restored. If you've ever sensed that healing goes deeper than the body and further back than your own lifetime, this conversation will show you how deep the roots actually go.Dr. Richard Massey is a former anesthesiologist, pharmacist, and USAF medic who left conventional medicine to pursue integrative and ancestral healing. Based in Austin, Texas, he works with blood and matrix fluid microscopy, heart coherence monitoring, family constellations, and what he calls family biology — a blend of German New Medicine, Recall Healing, and ancestral medicine.(00:00) Episode Teaser(00:30) Opening Conversation(02:15) Episode Start(03:52) License Revoked Turning Point(06:00) The Body is Always Healing(08:35) Nervous System Original Programming(12:32) Reprogramming Methods(16:24) Medical Awakening Story(26:18) Birth Imprints and Labor(33:15) Conception Trilogy Numbers(45:04) Ancestral Heart Intelligence(55:26) Five Levels of Healing(01:02:35) Rebirthing and Mirror Imprint(01:05:53) Autoimmune as Inner Conflict(01:08:36) Recall Healing Breakthrough(01:15:49) Great Dane Experiment - Territory and Heart Attacks(01:27:58) Repair Phase Survival Tools(01:32:52) Blood Patterns and Heart PracticeGuest Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/docmassey1949/Connect with UsStart the free 7-Day Self-Esteem ResetJoin our free Telegram communityJoin our membership Friends of the TruthAccess all our links

This month, we look back in aviation history to 1956 and hear from a legend. Then I continue my discussion with Lt Gen C.R. Davis, gaining more insights into his career and experiences in flight test. Bio of Lt Gen Charles R. Davis, USAF (Ret)   Flight Test Safety Fact Newsletter This Podcast is sponsored by Time2climb Training and Consulting

Send us Fan MailFormer USAF F-4 Phantom and F-5 aggressor pilot, Rob "Z-Man" Zettel shares how he came to fly the MiG-21 in the very secret programme for the 4477th Test and Evaluation Squadron aka the "Red Eagles" which includes some great insights into flying the aircraft and flying DACT against the USAF and USN!Pick up Z-Man's book - https://robzettel.com/*Pick up one of our patches -  https://ebay.us/m/B0gs3iPart 1 - 22 MarchPart 2 - 29 MarchHelp to keep the channel going:         PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterviewDONATE - http://www.aircrewinterview.tv/donate/* Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview  Follow us: https://www.aircrewinterview.tv/https://www.instagram.com/aircrew_interviewhttps://www.facebook.com/aircrewinterviewhttps://www.twitter.com/aircrewtvSupport the show

Welcome aboard to the latest Engage Weekly episode — your direct line to what's happening with the Delta MEC. This week's headlines include: The Engage podcast has launched its second episode of the Negotiators' Series. Tune in to get an in-depth rundown of the history, strategy, and reality of pilot contract negotiations. A full recap of the March Regular MEC Meeting — committee updates, resolutions, economic briefings, and negotiations prep. A tribute to Atlanta-based First Officer Mike McCoy and his wife Heather, who tragically lost their lives recently in a plane crash. We honor Mike's legacy as a Delta pilot and 23-year USAF veteran, and share how this week's new hire class paid tribute with their mascot, “Max.” Plus: Latest committee news, upcoming events, and must-know info for Delta pilots. All links are in this week's MEC News! Listen now and stay engaged! Subscribe on Podbean, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite app. 

Surf Air plans to launch commercial passenger electric aircraft with BETA Technologies, a KC-135 accident kills all 6 aboard, Dassault unveiled the Falcon 10X, another search for Malaysia Airlines flight MH370, changes at Southwest Airlines, and the USAF says Boeing has to fix KC-46 problems. Also, the United Airlines' Contract of Carriage and the NTSB preliminary report on the fatal Challenger 600 crash in Maine. Aviation News BETA to launch first commercial passenger electric aircraft with Surf Air Mobility Vermont-based electric aerospace company BETA Technologies announced an Aircraft Purchase Agreement and strategic partnership with Surf Air Mobility Inc. for 25 electric aircraft, starting with the ALIA CTOL aircraft, and options for up to 75 more. Surf Air Mobility plans to launch commercial electric aircraft passenger service in Hawaii. Surf Air also intends to operate a new Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) service center for BETA electric aircraft in Hawaii. Video: BETA x SURF AIR https://youtu.be/YbdTNaae0v0?si=vDQ6paOire65BAS3 BETA offers two aircraft: the ALIA VTOL, a vertical takeoff and landing all-electric aircraft, and the ALIA CTOL, a conventional takeoff & landing all-electric aircraft. Both offer 5-passenger capacity and 200 cubic feet of cargo. BETA Technologies has not yet received full FAA type certification for its aircraft as of mid‑March 2026, although components and test approvals are in place. See also: Mokulele parent company plans to use all-electric aircraft interisland and Beta will fly in Vermont as part of federal push for electric aircraft. KC-135 Crash in Iraq Kills All Six Aboard U.S. Central Command reported that a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker crashed in western Iraq, killing all six crew members. The KC-135 was supporting operations against Iran. Another KC-135 was involved in the incident and landed safely, reportedly in Israel. U.S. officials said the crash was not caused by hostile fire or friendly fire. Early indications suggest a possible midair collision. Dassault Unveils Falcon 10X Dassault Aviation has rolled out the first of four Falcon 10X prototypes at its Bordeaux-Mérignac facility, formally debuting its new flagship ultra-long-range business jet aimed at the top of the market. The Falcon 10X is a clean-sheet design with a 7,500‑nm range and top speed around Mach 0.925–0.95, intended to connect major long-haul city pairs nonstop while flying close to the speed of sound Video: Dassault's New Falcon 10X Business Jet Takes Its Debut Bow in Bordeaux – AIN https://youtu.be/n5nW8s_YEGg?si=Yjkp0iTHrELVtzKR Southwest Airlines drops 2 big airports from its route map Southwest wants to boost its profitability and is making some changes. The airline will end service to Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport (ORD) and Dulles International Airport (IAD) near Washington on June 4, 2026. Service to ORD began in 2021 when Southwest expanded during the COVID-19 pandemic. But Southwest exited four of the eighteen new markets in 2024. Malaysia Airlines flight MH370: New update on search – 12 years after it disappeared Ocean Infinity has recently been searching the Indian Ocean for MH370. After 28 days searching 2,900 square miles, the “no find, no fee” mission was unsuccessful. Malaysia Airlines Flight 370, a Boeing 8777, departed Kuala Lumpur International Airport for Beijing on March 8, 2014, and disappeared shortly thereafter. Under the agreement, Ocean Infinity would be paid $70m (£52m) if the wreckage was located. USAF general says Boeing has to fix tanker problems before US orders more In a March 4 hearing, the U.S. Air Force Vice Chief of Staff ​told lawmakers there would be no more orders for the KC-46 until Boeing fixed problems with the aerial refueling tanker. Past problems included the refueling boom, the visual system, and cracks. Reportedly, Boeing took a $565 million charge in its fourth quarter earnings and has lost more than $7 billion on ⁠the ​fixed-cost program. United Airlines Quietly Cracks Down On Buying Multiple Tickets To Save Money, Bans Video Calls And Viewing ‘Offensive' Content Additional changes made to United's Contract of Carriage: video calls are now banned, the ban on back-to-back ticketing is no longer limited to round-trip fares, and you can get kicked off for viewing offensive content. NTSB Preliminary Report – Bombardier 600 Accident January 25, 2026 Bangor, Maine [PDF] Holdover time (HOT) likely contributed to the fatal crash. HOT is determined by fluid type and brand, mix ratio, outside air temperature (usually in bands), precipitation type and intensity, and aircraft wing surface material. Mentioned Headhunters – Sticks and Creations Hosts this Episode Max Flight, our Main(e) Man Micah, and Rob Mark.

Do you have an innovative idea you want to build a company around? Brad and Faizan Ahmed discuss the importance of understanding your customer's pain points first. Faizan Ahmed has a Bachelors in Electrical Engineering from San Jose State University and a Masters in Electrical Engineering/ Solid State Physics from Santa Clara University.  Straight out of undergrad, he was hired into a startup that made products for the defense industry. Within three years Faizan became Head of R&D there architecting a system that enabled precision torque control in intricate small-scale products such as night vision goggles leading to an acquisition by the USAF. Faizan co-founded Genxsys in 2016 - a company that made Rain deflector lenses for cameras. These lenses would be adjusted on DSLR cameras, spinning at 1800 RPM to get rid of any rain / snow from the circumference of a picture or movie being shot. The technology was acquired by a company that rents equipment to Hollywood production studios. In 2019, Faizan founded Invensify, after noticing his diabetic father struggling to travel with his insulin that he had to take daily multiple times. The ice packs would melt / were not precise and often were prohibitive when traveling on planes. He raised money to develop the worlds most power efficient cold chain shipper using solid-state quantum technology, disrupting a $6.5 billion pharma drug delivery packaging market. The Digital Slice Podcast is brought to you by Magai. Up your AI game at https://friedmansocialmedia.com/magai And, if it's your first time purchasing, use BRAD30 at checkout to get 30% off your first 3 months. Visit thedigitalslicepodcast.com for complete show notes of every podcast episode.

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Get the full episode: https://www.10percenttrue.com/pricing-plans/listPinbag Shaw | 10 Percent True | EP83 Part 1Thomas “Pinbag” Shaw flew the F-4E Phantom II at a pivotal moment in USAF history.Commissioned during the draft era, he entered Tactical Air Command just as the Air Force was absorbing the hard lessons of Vietnam and rebuilding its fighter culture from the ground up.In this first part of our conversation, Pinbag explains:• Why the J79 smoked — and how crews worked around it• What Red Baron reports actually taught young Phantom crews• How Fighter Lead-In training at Holloman reshaped post-Vietnam tactics• The reality of Sparrow employment before modern radar displays• AIMVAL/ACEVAL and what it revealed about missile combat• Combat Tree, radar geometry, and “hot” vs “cold” scope discipline• Nuclear delivery training in the F-4E• And how a loose ejection seat pin bag became a permanent callsignWe also explore the cultural side of 1970s Tactical Air Command — from Aggressor briefings to the infamous “vulnerability period” at the O-Club — and how the Air Force transitioned from the Vietnam experience into the F-15/F-16 era.This episode is a deep dive into Phantom air-to-air tactics, radar intercept mechanics, and fighter culture in the years between Vietnam and the Eagle.Part Two will take us operational — Korea, Germany, Victor Alert, and real-world air defence.If you enjoy long-form, technical conversations with the people who flew the jets, subscribe and join the conversation.0:00 Intro teaser – O-Club tale2:32 Welcome Pinbag and episode outline4:25 Matthew's subscriber question – smoky J79s8:03 Visual acquisition ranges8:45 Pinbag's background and route to the Phantom (nav school and dreamsheets)23:30 Dual controls question26:28 Back to Holloman and dreamsheets35:00 Off to Holloman AFB38:32 Uniform standards – TAC style40:45 Mandatory formation – O-Club43:10 The “Green Door”45:15 Leaving Holloman46:17 Osan → Hahn → Nellis → Clark → Taegu → Lakenheath (after staff job)49:25 Learning from Red Baron reports (classified material?)51:25 TAC rules, callsigns, naming ceremonies, and the Doofer Book53:20 “Opinions are like assholes…”55:00 Fridays at the O-Club – bell rules and intro story1:01:00 McDill for the F-4 RTU – O-Club and games1:07:43 F-4 “of the day” – equipment fit, avionics, etc.1:15:01 Combat Tree1:21:20 Back to the RTU and a callsign story1:26:02 Through the training phases1:29:49 Back to day one1:36:32 Why the air-to-air preference?1:44:50 Navy terminology – tough for WSOs1:48:28 Nuclear strike?1:50:15 What was going on in TAC1:58:04 Pave Spike2:00:20 USAFE realignment, Ready Eagle, and DOC taskings2:06:30 Sparrow developments

Today on Joe Oltmann Untamed, we're unraveling the escalating war with Iran, Operation Epic Fury is live, and the stakes couldn't be higher. Trump's strikes have taken out key nuclear targets, but Iran hit back hard, killing four U.S. service members and wounding dozens more in attacks on bases in Kuwait and beyond. We're unpacking the real-time chaos: Saudi Aramco reportedly hit by kamikaze drones, the Strait of Hormuz closed, U.S. carrier Abraham Lincoln taking missile fire, and allies like Spain and the UK refusing to let us use their bases for offensive ops. This isn't a skirmish, it's a full-on conflict with massive energy and global fallout.I'm sitting down with Sergeant Nic Phelps, a medically retired USAF veteran who flew MQ-1 Predators, ran interrogations in Iraq, helped rewrite the Army's field manual, and worked closely with General Petraeus. Nic brings razor-sharp insight from the front lines of drone ops and HUMINT to break down Iran's proxy playbook, drone swarm threats, gaps in our ISR, and what happens if we keep hammering IRGC and nuclear sites. We're asking the tough questions: Are we exploiting captured operatives enough? Are we too kinetic and not enough on financial/logistical disruption? And how do we honor the fallen without spiraling into a wider war?This episode is a gut-punch reality check. Four American heroes lost this week, Iran refusing to back down, and the world watching to see if we have the resolve to finish what we started. From battlefield tactics to the human cost, we're laying it all out with no filter. Tune in for the unvarnished truth from a combat vet who's been there because this fight is here, it's now, and it's not over. You won't want to miss it.

Lt Col Rob “Z-Man” Zettel is the author of American MiG Pilot - Inside the Top Secret USAF “Red Eagles. He tells the Red Eagles story for the first time through the experiences of a pilot who flew Soviet MiGs to their maximum performance in simulated combat engagements, often several times a day, against some of the very best fighter pilots hand-picked from the ranks of the USAF, US Navy and US Marine Corps. With controls labelled in Russian and the only spare parts being the ones they could salvage, the pilots who climbed into the MiGs - the Red Eagles - accepted all of the risks associated with operating these aircraft. Rob's vivid accounts of training engagements put the reader right in the cockpit as he describes what it was like to be there day in and day out at one of the most access-restricted airfields in the entire USAF, flying MiGs. In part two of our story, we join him for his first interview for the Red Eagles. Buy the book here and support the podcast⁠ Episode extras here ⁠https://coldwarconversations.com/episode445 ⁠ Go to ⁠https://surfshark.com/coldwardeal⁠ or use code COLDWARDEAL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! Help me preserve Cold War history via a simple monthly donation, You'll become part of our community, get ad-free episodes, and receive a sought-after CWC coaster as a thank-you, and you'll bask in the warm glow of knowing you are helping to preserve Cold War history. Just go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://coldwarconversations.com/donate/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If a monthly contribution is not your cup of tea, we also welcome one-off donations via the same link. Find the ideal gift for the Cold War enthusiast in your life! Just go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://coldwarconversations.com/store/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ CONTINUE  THE COLD WAR CONVERSATION BlueSky ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/coldwarpod.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Threads ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@coldwarconversations⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter/X ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/ColdWarPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/coldwarpod/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coldwarconversations/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youtube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtube.com/@ColdWarConversations⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Megyn Kelly is joined by Mark Halperin, host of "Next Up," to discuss Zohran Mamdani's head of the "office to Protect Tenants" Cea Weaver melting down and crying when the media asked her questions, her attempt to justify some of her past insane comments about "white supremacy" and property rights, the new CBS Evening News anchor Tony Dokoupil bizarrely crying in a social media promo clip, the “feminization” of news anchors, even more new fraud allegations in Minnesota, Tim Walz blaming Trump and citing January 6, and more. Then David Grusch, UFO whistleblower and former USAF officer, joins to discuss the bombshell new documentary "Age of Disclosure" about “non-human intelligence" and UAPs, what Grusch knows about what is still being kept secret, what the CIA and both political parties have been hiding about UFOs and what sort of craft America has recovered, whether more disclosure is likely to come soon, and more. Then Rep. Anna Paulina Luna of Florida joins to discuss why she believes UAPs and UFOs are real and what others in the government have been hiding, why more disclosure to the public is necessary, and more. Finally Megyn covers the breaking news of a shooting by a DHS official in Minneapolis. Subscribe to Mark's show Next Up:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-up-with-mark-halperin/id1810218232Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2f0n8G4xqUo8aGxbbbtRjHYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nextuphalperin?sub_confirmation=1 Grusch- https://www.youtube.com/live/KQ7Dw-739VY?si=GY86dbr5YaWKOLxfLuna- https://x.com/RepLuna  Paleo Valley: Visit https://paleovalley.com and use code MEGYN at checkout to get 15% off your first orderARMRA: go to https://tryarmra.com/MEGYN to get 30% off your first subscription orderDelta Rescue:Delta Rescue needs our help. Visit https://Deltarescue.orgCozy Earth: Visit https://www.CozyEarth.com/MEGYN & Use code MEGYN for up to 20% off  Follow The Megyn Kelly Show on all social platforms:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MegynKellyTwitter: http://Twitter.com/MegynKellyShowInstagram: http://Instagram.com/MegynKellyShowFacebook: http://Facebook.com/MegynKellyShow Find out more information at:https://www.devilmaycaremedia.com/megynkellyshow Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.