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Delta Force Commander | Pete Blaber | Ep. 243

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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Humor and creativity played a crucial role in fostering a positive command climate and promoting effective planning during the Bosnia campaign.

The focus on low visibility and undercover operations in Bosnia provided valuable lessons in covert operations and the necessity of constantly adapting to the enemy's tactics.

Effective interoperability and collaborative decision-making between different units were highlighted as essential in combat situations, as seen during the Somalia operation.

Lessons learned in Bosnia regarding covert operations, humor, and adaptability were applied to successful operations in Afghanistan.

The extremely dangerous terrain and lack of support put the platoon at greater risk during a mission in Afghanistan.

Toxic leadership, the need for accountability, and the importance of canine units were discussed as key topics in the podcast.

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The Transformative Power of Humor in Bosnia

During the Bosnia campaign, the importance of humor and its connection to imagination and creativity was highlighted. The military's ability to find laughter in even the darkest circumstances played a crucial role in fostering a positive command climate and promoting effective planning. Humor helped generate creative ideas and insights that may not have arisen otherwise, contributing to the success of operations and the ability to adapt to challenging situations.

The Sergeant Major's Duty Description

01:50

Misunderstandings and Redeployment: A Soldier's Experience in Iraq

01:15

The Lost Way: The Shift in Command and Control in 2004

01:14

The Deprivation and Secrecy Surrounding a Tragic Military Incident

01:20

Introduction

3min

Upbringing and Love for Sports

2min

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

4min

Joining the Military and Training

16min

Changed Mindset and Friendly Fire

6min

Lessons from Impulsive Leadership

13min

Transitioning from Colombia to Somalia

17min

The Significance of Personalities and Wake-up Calls

2min

Lessons Learned from Intense Combat and Adaptation to Insurgent Warfare

4min

10.

The Impactful Commander and Transition to Bosnia

9min

11.

Stopping a Vehicle Safely without Causing Harm

2min

12.

The Importance of Multiple Options and Making Good Choices

15min

13.

Toxic Command Climate

14min

14.

Accumulating knowledge about leadership and unusual experiences

2min

15.

Uncovering the Truth: Talking to Traumatized Soldiers

14min

16.

Command and Control Challenges in Obtaining Support

17min

17.

The Power of Celebrity and Unusual Intimacy

8min

18.

Trapped in a Canyon Ambush

24min

19.

The Burden of Responsibility and the Need for Accountability

5min

20.

Unveiling the Truth and Accountability

22min

21.

Origin of Advanced Force Operations (AFO)

17min

Pete Blaber commanded at every level of one of the most elite counter-terrorist organizations in the world during most of recent history’s most significant military and political events (Panama, Colombia, Somalia, Bosnia, Afghanistan, and Iraq).In 2006 he retired from the military and transitioned from leading elite combat teams around the globe, to leading elite corporate teams for one of the world's largest and most innovative Biotechnology Companies.
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Delta Force Commander | Pete Blaber | Ep. 243

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Deep dives

The Transformative Power of Humor in Bosnia

The Evolution of Tactics and Technologies in Bosnia

Interoperability Challenges and Lessons Learned in Somalia

Lessons from Afghanistan and the Influence of Bosnia

The treacherous and dangerous terrain of the mission

Command decisions and refusal of requests

Splitting the platoon and degrading unit cohesion

Command and control issues and lack of responsiveness

The importance of eradicating toxic leadership

The significance of accountability in the military

The power of canine units in military operations

The need for cultural change in the military

The Sergeant Major's Duty Description

Misunderstandings and Redeployment: A Soldier's Experience in Iraq

The Lost Way: The Shift in Command and Control in 2004

The Deprivation and Secrecy Surrounding a Tragic Military Incident

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The Transformative Power of Humor in Bosnia

The Evolution of Tactics and Technologies in Bosnia

Interoperability Challenges and Lessons Learned in Somalia

Lessons from Afghanistan and the Influence of Bosnia

The treacherous and dangerous terrain of the mission

Command decisions and refusal of requests

Splitting the platoon and degrading unit cohesion

Command and control issues and lack of responsiveness

The importance of eradicating toxic leadership

The significance of accountability in the military

The power of canine units in military operations

The need for cultural change in the military

The Sergeant Major's Duty Description

Misunderstandings and Redeployment: A Soldier's Experience in Iraq

The Lost Way: The Shift in Command and Control in 2004

The Deprivation and Secrecy Surrounding a Tragic Military Incident

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