Delta Force Commander | Pete Blaber | Ep. 243

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Nov 6, 2023

Former Delta Force Commander, Pete Blaber, shares his experiences leading elite combat teams around the globe. He discusses topics such as the impact of personal experiences on leadership, transitioning from Colombia to Somalia, lessons learned from intense combat, adapting to insurgent warfare, toxic command climate, and uncovering the truth behind traumatic events. The podcast also touches on the significance of multiple options, making good choices, and the power of celebrity in bringing attention to important topics.

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Upbringing and Love for Sports

Education, Wilderness, and the Impact of the Iran Hostage Rescue Mission

Joining the Military and Training

08:38 • 16min

Changed Mindset and Friendly Fire

Lessons from Impulsive Leadership

30:58 • 13min

Transitioning from Colombia to Somalia

43:47 • 17min

The Significance of Personalities and Wake-up Calls

01:00:17 • 2min

Lessons Learned from Intense Combat and Adaptation to Insurgent Warfare

01:01:55 • 4min

The Impactful Commander and Transition to Bosnia

01:05:33 • 9min

Stopping a Vehicle Safely without Causing Harm

01:14:08 • 2min

The Importance of Multiple Options and Making Good Choices

01:16:03 • 15min

Toxic Command Climate

01:31:08 • 14min

Accumulating knowledge about leadership and unusual experiences

01:45:18 • 2min

Uncovering the Truth: Talking to Traumatized Soldiers

01:47:26 • 14min

Command and Control Challenges in Obtaining Support

02:01:44 • 17min

The Power of Celebrity and Unusual Intimacy

02:18:26 • 8min

Trapped in a Canyon Ambush

02:26:11 • 24min

The Burden of Responsibility and the Need for Accountability

02:50:24 • 5min

Unveiling the Truth and Accountability

02:55:19 • 22min

Origin of Advanced Force Operations (AFO)

03:17:37 • 17min