Ready, Set, Airlift!

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Ready, Set, Airlift! Ep. 29 The Only Constant Is Change (Col. Jeffrey's Farewell) Sep 09, 2026

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It's a time of change at the Alamo Wing, with leaders at every level swapping out. Outgoing wing commander Col. Douglas Jeffrey shares some of his best and worst moments from his time in charge, plus a parting message to his Airmen.

Ready, Set, Airlift! Ep. 28 Directing Your Complaints... The Role of IGQ Jul 31, 2026

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If you've ever noticed something around the Alamo Wing that maybe is not as good as it could be and then wondered who you could talk to about that, Maj. Yolanda Seals explains how her office tasked with fielding exactly those type of concerns. She also shares insights about mentorship, leadership, and crossing over from enlisted to officer.

Ready, Set, Airlift! Ep. 27 Staying Real, Ready, and Relevant with Lt. Col. Cindy Storoy Feb 27, 2026

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How do you stay mission-ready when you feel like you're running on empty? For our new Mission Support Group Commander, Lt. Col. Cindy Storoy, the answer is clear: personal well-being IS mission readiness. In this candid and powerful conversation, discover why "impeccable self-care" isn't a luxury... it's a core leadership principle. Learn actionable strategies to avoid burnout, hear the commander's vision for the 433rd MSG including how her unique "full circle" journey shaped her views, and understand why caring for yourself is one of the most important things you can do for your wingmen.

Ready, Set, Airlift! Ep. 26 Family Day Is More Than Mandatory Fun Dec 03, 2025

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This UTA the Alamo Wing will hold its annual Family Day. One of the event planners explains all the exciting activities on the agenda and why the event will be much more than just "mandatory fun."

Ready, Set, Airlift! Ep. 25 Suicide Prevention - Going Beyond the Brief Sep 05, 2025

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September is National Suicide Prevention Month. In this episode, we sit down with two experts for a candid conversation on what Airmen can do to combat this public health crisis beyond the recommendations found in the Department of Defense's annual training resources.

Ready, Set, Airlift! Ep. 24 Mental and Physical Resiliency Jul 29, 2025

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Department leaders and spokesmen have confirmed a review of the PT standards is underway to align with a military wide review of fitness standards. Master Sgt. Jacob Lewis, 433rd Airlift Wing public affairs superintendent, sat down with two Alamo Wing experts Master Sgt. Delbert Templeton, 433rd AW Resiliency Integrator First Sergeant, and Dena Lewis, 433rd AW Director of Psychological Health, to discuss some strategies and tools Airmen can use to navigate these transformative times.

Ready, Set, Airlift! Ep. 23 Real Talk... Why Southern Star was a Big Deal Jul 09, 2025

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Go behind the scenes of the 433rd Airlift Wing's participation in Exercise Southern Star '25, the largest special forces training exercise in the Western Hemisphere. In this candid conversation, a panel of key leaders share why this opportunity was so valuable for the Alamo Wing, along with some lighthearted moments that offered a break from the intensity of the exercise.

Ready, Set, Airlift! Ep. 21 Balancing Military and Personal Life with Col. Thomas Albrecht May 29, 2025

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Master Sgt. Jacob Lewis sits down with Col. Thomas Albrecht, 433rd Maintenance Group commander, for some insight on the delicate balance Reservists have to manage between their military and personal lives.

Ready, Set, Airlift! Ep. 21 Real Readiness, Real Impact - Inside LAMAT 25 May 02, 2025

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Col. Matt Bershinsky and Maj. Mohamed Osman join our host for an in-depth discussion of the 433rd Medical Group’s recent work to the Caribbean as part of the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team (LAMAT) 25. Together, they reflect on how this global health engagement mission enhanced medical readiness, strengthened international partnerships, and challenged Airmen to adapt and lead in resource-limited environments. From delivering life-saving care to building sustainable medical capacity with host nations, this mission exemplified the values of agile, integrated operations and real-world readiness.

Ready, Set, Airlift! Ep. 20 What is a KSL Feb 27, 2025

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The Commander's Key Support Program is a critical resource for all Airmen, but many members don't realize the full slate of resources it can open up for them. Three of the Alamo Wing's Key Support Liaisons join us to offer their firsthand knowledge of how helpful KSLs can be.

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