Prolonged Field Care Podcast Prolonged Field Care Podcast 246: Maritime IW Medicine Deep Dive
Sep 8, 2025
Dive into the complexities of maritime irregular warfare, where unpredictable seas challenge operations. Learn how seasoned mariners' experience shapes decision-making in high-stakes situations. The podcast highlights the importance of innovation in preparation rather than just reaction, using historical and real-world lessons. Discover the value of honest reporting and effective communication within command structures. Explore the critical role of training exercises in identifying capability gaps and improving operational readiness.
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Ocean Forces Operational Unpredictability
- The ocean creates constant operational unpredictability through tides, currents, corrosion, and coastline channeling.
- These environmental factors give defenders the upper hand and complicate maritime IW planning.
Bank Experience; Prioritize Turnovers
- Build experiential training time because experience is "banked" until you need it in combat.
- Prioritize robust turnover binders to transfer local maritime knowledge between rotations.
Pretest Innovation To Save Lives
- Innovation can lower combat friction but often is learned at high human cost if developed during conflict.
- Pre-deploy tested solutions save lives and preserve morale compared with wartime improvisation.