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A team of active duty Combat Control (CCT), Pararescue (PJ), and Special Reconnaissance (SR) leveraging our 69 years of special operations experience to make the next generation of operators smarter, faster and stronger than we ever were. We are the PREMIERE resource for all things Air Force Special Warfare. The Ones Ready Podcast is honest talk about what it is like to go from a know-nothing high school graduate to an elite Special Operator. We will cover important practices for success including physical training, nutrition, recovery, and mindset traits essential to any team. Join us in The Team Room to get all your questions answered!! With battle-tested operators from across USAF SPECWAR and far-reaching web of recruiters, subject matter experts, and friends, there are no questions we can’t answer- and if we can’t, we know exactly where to look. See you in The Team Room!Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the OnesReady team are those of the team and do not reflect the official policy or position of the DoD. Any content provided by our Podcast guests, bloggers, sponsors, or authors are of their opinion and are not intended to malign the DoD, any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone.

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Ep 233: Air Mobility Command Commander, General Michael Minihan! Jun 21, 2023

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Air Mobility Command, or AMC, is the United States Air Force's logistical and tactical backbone. AMC's mission is to provide the nation's warfighting forces the ability and capability to be anywhere in the world on a moment's notice.
General Mike Minihan, a C-130 pilot by trade, sits down with Peaches to talks about the most important things he focuses on from his perspective as the Commander. Gen Minihan shows he cares about the Airmen under his command, from his dedication to mental health and his Warrior Heart project to the future fight.
Thank you to Gen Minihan for his willingness to sit down with us and help us all learn about AMC and the astounding feats they've accomplished under his leadership!
00:00 Peaches looking GREAT on the intro
00:55 Gen Minihans background and "nobody is harder on me than I am"
06:30 Warrior Heart
14:30 High-performing teams and training for the future fight
30:15 Accelerating the Legacy and the Historically Black Colleges and University Tour
34:10 Advice

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Ep 232: Aaron and Trent Show #8 - Aliens Are Real Jun 17, 2023

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This podcast really went off the rails, pretty much immediately. Buckle up.
Aliens are real. Nature is metal. Trent cries when he watches Hoosiers.
Aaron and Trent do what Aaron and Trent do best- get distracted and make fun of one another.
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00:00 The cones and quitters intro
01:10 Aliens are real, the Vegas incident
13:00 The ocean is monster soup, a discussion, and terrorist killer whales
19:55 Are sports rigged? Or a distraction? Are we in a simulation?
28:46 Two idiots talk about Normandy and D-Day and dip sales at Ft Benning
39:00 Where is the midwest? Is Hoosiers a leadership movie?
43:00 Funding the kill chain, Dikembe Mutombo is an alien
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Ep 231: Apache Pilot, Rescue Pilot, Author Lt Col Brian Slade Jun 15, 2023

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Meet Lt. Col Brian Slade, a former enlisted Army diesel mechanic who later found himself flying Apaches in Afghanistan as part of the global war on terror. He eventually transferred over to the Air Force, becoming an HH60 Rescue Pilot. Throughout his journey, he learned how to cope with trauma and prioritize his mental health by preparing for stressors rather than just reacting to them.
In honor of Men's mental health month, we had the privilege of sitting down with Lt. Col Slade to gain insight into his experiences and learn valuable tools for dealing with life's challenges. Our conversation with him was enlightening and informative.
For those interested in delving deeper into his story, we highly recommend reading Lt. Col Brian Slade's book, "Cleared Hot." You can find it at https://www.clearedhot.info/. It's a must-read!
We extend our sincerest gratitude to Brian for sharing his time and experience with us.
#armyaviation #airforce #podcast
00:00 The intro that Aaron almost nails but fails, standard
01:17 Lt Col Brian Slade's Background and Path to the Creme de la Creme, the Apache
08:30 Preparing for the first deployment and interpersonal relationships
19:45 Little Glitch and getting the Apaches ready to support GWOT operations
23:05 The first engagement and looking death in the face
37:00 Reintegration, failing relationships, and coping with trauma
45:30 Chair Flying and becoming the Doug, and almost dying again
49:36 Aaron and Trent's faces are giving "About to puke" energy
54:00 Trauma comparing and chair flying to prevent PTSD
1:03:00 Triumph from Trauma events and the way forward from PTSD triumphovertrauma.net
1:08:15 Advice from Lt Col Slade
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Ep 230 - Small Unmanned Aerial Systems Instructor Robby Lewis Jun 14, 2023

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Robby Lewis has a unique and extensive career in the AF. From his time as a weapons loader to MQ-1 sensor operator to First Sergeant, to instructor at the Small Unmanned Aerial Systems Instructor, Robby has a lot of experience to share!
Thanks to Robby for his willingness to sit down and talk through all things SUAS and the rest of his remarkable career!
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00:00 - Atalcete.com and onesready.com for all your training needs!
01:54 - Robby's Intro
13:00 - Aviators during TICs
26:52 - Deep dive into the course and systems, organic overwatch and ISR
38:50 - Integration on the teams and different AFSCs
47:30 - Advice and how to email Robby and the SUAS schoolhouse
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Ep 229: Empowering Veterans Through Jiu-Jitsu and Brotherhood: The Journey of Jarek Fry and the Veteran Bushido Brotherhood Jun 13, 2023

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After answering a calling to join the United States Marines in the heat of the Global War on Terror, Jeric Fry embarked on an unreal journey. From his deployments to the most active combat zones our generation have seen to his experience leading one of the most prestigious institutions in the military, his career was nothing short of exceptional.
However, he found himself lost when he decided to step away from the military and reenter civilian life. Jeric realized that he had no direction, no sense of purpose and no calling. That's what led him to Brazilian jiu-jitsu.
Through another equally remarkable set of circumstances, Jeric found himself with a new calling- to find a tribe for every single veteran. A way for them to be included, a place for them to find themselves again, and this was the beginning of the Veteran Bushido Brotherhood.
https://veteranbushidobrotherhood.com/ is a site you need to check out and see exactly what Jeric and his project are about.
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00:00 ATAClete for all you need live on onesready.com//18A Fitness code 1READY
04:18 Jeric Fry and his intro, finding the Marines, and impressions at Perris Island
27:22 Graduating the Crucible, infantry school, first assignments and deployment
49:00 Experiencing the first losses, Bangin in Sangin, and going to Infantry Officer School
58:00 Trying to fit in, losing your way and finding yourself through BJJ
1:11:00 Starting Veteran Bushido, Finding Faith, and moving on to help others
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Ep 228: Air Force Pararescue Deep Dive- UPDATES- Part 2! Jun 12, 2023

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You've found the ultimate guide to the Air Force Pararescue pipeline, Part 2!!! This episode builds off Part 1, which covered everything from the start to earning your beret and beyond. This is the comprehensive resource on Pararescue that you've been searching for. Make sure to check out Part 1!
In this one, we lay out not just Pararescue duties your first year at the squadron, but we also hit the other AFSC's as well!!!
Thank you for keeping up with us. If there's anything we missed, please inform us and we'll make sure to fix it.
#pararescue #airforce #podcast
00:00 Part II and Peaches Establishes Dominance- right into the first year and upgrades
14:00 Cool schools, upgrades
19:00 Controllers, TACP, and SR expectations for upgrades
28:00 Training Cycle explained, learning each other's job, and training methods
44:40 Peaches War Story,
25:00 When can I move my family down? Does that make a delay in the pipeline? What's the flow?
28:00 MP3 Modernized Pararescue Provider Program and Medical Training
34:00 Pararescue Apprentice Course in Kirtland Air Force Base NM- Phase by Phase
50:00 That graduation feeling
55:00 Setting up Part II, and talking about different assignments
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Ep 227: Air Force Pararescue Deep Dive- UPDATES- Part 1! Jun 11, 2023

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You've found the ultimate guide to the Air Force Pararescue pipeline, covering everything from the start to earning your beret and beyond. This is the comprehensive resource on Pararescue that you've been searching for.
Thank you for keeping up with us. If there's anything we missed, please inform us and we'll make sure to fix it.
#pararescue #airforce #podcast
00:00 Peaches CRUSHES the intro and Aaron gets immediately uncomfortable
01:45 Step 1- Talk to a recruiter at THIS time after hitting airforce.com or afspecwar.com
06:55 How long is development? How long till I ship? What is basic training like now?
08:08 Special Warfare Operator Enlistment Vector Explained and SWCC
12:40 Fitness Test cards, Assessment and Selection, Pre-Dive and Dive School
25:00 When can I move my family down? Does that make a delay in the pipeline? What's the flow?
28:00 MP3 Modernized Pararescue Provider Program and Medical Training
34:00 Pararescue Apprentice Course in Kirtland Air Force Base NM- Phase by Phase
50:00 That graduation feeling
55:00 Setting up Part II, and talking about different assignments
Don't forget to subscribe to the Podcast on your favorite player! http://bit.ly/2OG2Olf
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As always, THANK YOU for your support, we truly appreciate it.
The views and opinions expressed by the OnesReady team and all guests are those of the team and themselves, and do not reflect the official policy or position of the DoD. Any content provided by our Podcast guests, bloggers, sponsors, or authors is their opinion and is not intended to malign the DoD, any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone.

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Ep 226: Combat Control Pipeline Deep Dive- UPDATES Jun 10, 2023

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You've found the ultimate guide to the Combat Control pipeline, covering everything from the start to earning your beret and beyond. This is the comprehensive resource on CCT that you've been searching for.
Thank you for keeping up with us. If there's anything we missed, please inform us and we'll make sure to fix it.
00:00 Shout out to Christopher Wallace aka Notorious BIG and Aaron assume pre-diabetes
01:50 Step 1- Talk to a recruiter at THIS time after hitting airforce.com or afspecwar.com
05:50 Pitfalls and do's and don'ts at the early stages, Recrutier Pod link
08:08 Special Warfare Operator Enlistment Vector Explained and the IFT/CFT/OFT Card
12:30 How long will it take me to ship out?
14:29 Basic Training and the Do's and Don'ts episode card
20:00 Drink Hoist to prepare get your gear from ATAClete
21:30 Showing up to Special Warfare Candidate Course
29:05 Assessment and Selection as a Combat Control Trainee
38:45 On to Pre-Dive and Dive School and when does your family join you
53:05 Air Traffic Control School and Combat Control School
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The views and opinions expressed by the OnesReady team and all guests are those of the team and themselves, and do not reflect the official policy or position of the DoD. Any content provided by our Podcast guests, bloggers, sponsors, or authors is their opinion and is not intended to malign the DoD, any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone.

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Ep 225: Aircrew Flight Equipment Pro MSgt Gabe Macias Jun 09, 2023

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Have you ever wondered who packs the parachutes for those "cool guy" videos of Air Force Special Tactics team jumping into enemy territory or pilots ejecting from high-speed aircraft? The answer lies with the Aircrew Flight Equipment personnel, also known as "Parachute Riggers." They have one of the most important jobs in the Air Force, ensuring that the parachute opens flawlessly every time.
It's not just operators who are crucial to the mission in Air Force Special Tactics or Rescue Squadrons. We also rely on a large group of Special Warfare Mission Support AFSC's to help us achieve our goals. MSgt Gabe Macias is just one of these professionals, and he kindly joined us on this episode to discuss everything these Air Force Airmen can contribute to a wide range of Air Force Missions.
We are grateful to MSgt Macias for his insights and hope you enjoy this episode.
00:00 - Background
02:55 - What is AFE
13:40 - ST/RQS Track for AFE
16:40 - Challenges in AFE (ST/RQS)
21:50 - Stresses of packing chutes
23:00 - AFE going to jump school
26:48 - AFE = Multi-Capable Airmen
29:00 - Type of people AFE is looking for
31:00 - AFE Tech School
35:00 - Outside the USAF Opportunities
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The views and opinions expressed by the OnesReady team and any guests are those of the team and themselves and do not reflect the official policy or position of the DoD. Any content our Podcast guests, bloggers, sponsors, or authors provide is their opinion. It is not intended to malign the DoD, any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone.

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Ep 224: Reality of Change in AFSPECWAR- UPDATES Jun 03, 2023

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Changes in Air Force Special Warfare are coming fast and furious. Just recently, we had a podcast with Jarred Taylor where we dove deep into where we thought TACP was going, what fight would be next- and honestly, there wasn't a lot of agreement across the board.
So, naturally, we wanted to peel back the layers of everything we are doing and explain it all to you so you have the absolute ground truth.
We cover a lot of ground here and talk about every change from the first time you talk to a recruiter until you put on a beret. What did we miss? Leave it in the comments!
00:00 - The reason for this episode
04:40 - Basic Training, building blocks, and how we train for the future fight
17:20 - Confirmation Bias
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23:31 - SWCC Changes
29:15 - New Efficiencies in the Pipeline and non-SPECWAR leaders in high positions
42:10 - What’s Important - Where are things going?
43:00 - Future of Pararescue - CSAR is always min force
50:34 - Future of Special Reconnaissance
53:15 - Future of CCT/TACP
58:50 - Do we need that E5 TACP/PJ/SR/CCT in the Future?
1:03:35 - Closing, and funny stories about quitting
The views and opinions expressed by the OnesReady team and all guests are those of the team and themselves, and do not reflect the official policy or position of the DoD. Any content provided by our Podcast guests, bloggers, sponsors, or authors is their opinion and is not intended to malign the DoD, any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone.

Support the show

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