

Ones Ready
Aaron Love, Trent Seegmiller, and Jared "Peaches" Pietras
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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Feb 11, 2025 • 1h 11min
Ep 425: Shooting the Sh*t with Sniper Bro Bryan Morgan of Hat Creek
Send us a textEver wondered how a dude goes from backyard target practice to leading the charge in a military sniper fest? Join us as we dive deep with Bryan Morgan from Hat Creek Training, where he spills the beans on becoming a shooting savant. Forget your cushy weekend plans; Bryan's story is all about grinding, OCD, and outshooting the pros. Like, subscribe, check out our membership, leave a review, and consider becoming a member if you've got the guts to handle the real talk!Find Bryan on IG @b.morgan_1 Find Hat Creek Training on IG @hatcreektrainingSupport the showJoin this channel to get access to perks: HEREBuzzsprout Subscription page: HERECollabs:Ones Ready - OnesReady.com 18A Fitness - Promo Code: ONESREADY ATACLete - Follow the URL (no promo code): ATACLeteCardoMax - Promo Code: ONESREADYDanger Close Apparel - Promo Code: ONESREADYDFND Apparel - Promo Code: ONESREADYHoist - Promo Code: ONESREADYKill Cliff - Pr...

Feb 10, 2025 • 1h 1min
Ep 424: The A-10 and the Future of Close Air Support with "Won" Bier
Send us a textBuckle up, team—this one’s a ride. We’ve got Lt. Col. "Won" Bier, a battle-tested A-10 "Hawg" driver, and we’re talking real combat, real stakes, and real frustration over the fate of close air support. From getting shot at in the middle of nowhere to training the next generation of warfighters, Won has seen it all.We dive into what makes the A-10 irreplaceable, the lessons the Air Force never seems to learn, and the mental battles of making life-or-death decisions at 10,000 feet. Oh, and if you’ve ever wondered what happens when you stare at a screen for eight hours watching dudes take a dump in a field, you’ll want to hear this.Hit that like button, leave a sarcastic comment, and subscribe so you don’t miss more hard-hitting conversations like this. Join our membership if you want to support the team and get some behind-the-scenes action. Don’t just watch—be part of the Ones Ready community.S4FE-D - Code: ONESREADY (s4fe-d.com) - Code: ONESREADYSupport the showJoin this channel to get access to perks: HEREBuzzsprout Subscription page: HERECollabs:Ones Ready - OnesReady.com 18A Fitness - Promo Code: ONESREADY ATACLete - Follow the URL (no promo code): ATACLeteCardoMax - Promo Code: ONESREADYDanger Close Apparel - Promo Code: ONESREADYDFND Apparel - Promo Code: ONESREADYHoist - Promo Code: ONESREADYKill Cliff - Pr...

Feb 9, 2025 • 42min
***Sneak Peek***MBRS 43: From Terminal Leave to Terminal Rants
Send us a textRetirement isn’t all golf and Mai Tais—especially when Peaches is behind the mic. In this no-holds-barred episode, we cover everything from gaming the Air Force’s leave system to the absurdity of diversity memos and why the DOD loves duct-taped rocks. If you’ve ever wondered how to double dip paychecks while roasting PT standards, this is your podcast. Like, subscribe, smash that bell, and check out our membership—because if you’re not laughing, you’re not listening.Support the showJoin this channel to get access to perks: HEREBuzzsprout Subscription page: HERECollabs:Ones Ready - OnesReady.com 18A Fitness - Promo Code: ONESREADY ATACLete - Follow the URL (no promo code): ATACLeteCardoMax - Promo Code: ONESREADYDanger Close Apparel - Promo Code: ONESREADYDFND Apparel - Promo Code: ONESREADYHoist - Promo Code: ONESREADYKill Cliff - Pr...

Feb 7, 2025 • 37min
Ep 423: To Be Resilient or Robust - This Is The Question!
Send us a textYou’ve heard it before—“be resilient, bounce back, never quit.” But what if we told you that’s the wrong mindset? What if instead of recovering from the hits, you were built to take them without breaking? Peaches goes deep on why “resilience” is just a fancy way of saying you got your ass kicked and had to get back up—when you should be focusing on not getting knocked down in the first place. This is the kind of conversation that separates the weak from the warriors. Get in, take notes, and stop waiting to recover when you could just dominate.Like, subscribe, and leave a review—unless you’re scared of a little commitment. And if you’re really about it, consider becoming a Ones Ready member. No hand-holding, just straight-up value.Support the showJoin this channel to get access to perks: HEREBuzzsprout Subscription page: HERECollabs:Ones Ready - OnesReady.com 18A Fitness - Promo Code: ONESREADY ATACLete - Follow the URL (no promo code): ATACLeteCardoMax - Promo Code: ONESREADYDanger Close Apparel - Promo Code: ONESREADYDFND Apparel - Promo Code: ONESREADYHoist - Promo Code: ONESREADYKill Cliff - Pr...

Feb 6, 2025 • 15min
Ep 422: No More Excuses: The Training Event That Broke Us (In the Best Way)
Send us a textYou asked, we delivered. After years of dodging the idea, we finally hosted an in-person training event… and it hit different. No smoke sessions for the sake of suffering, no screaming about how you’re a disappointment to your ancestors—just pure, unfiltered knowledge. From running form to water confidence to rucking efficiency, we stripped it down to the fundamentals and rebuilt our attendees into future operators. Some of us (not naming names, Peaches) even cooked for you. Want in? We’re doing it again in Florida. Don’t just watch—show up. Like, subscribe, leave a review, and consider becoming a member… or just keep wishing you were ready.Support the showJoin this channel to get access to perks: HEREBuzzsprout Subscription page: HERECollabs:Ones Ready - OnesReady.com 18A Fitness - Promo Code: ONESREADY ATACLete - Follow the URL (no promo code): ATACLeteCardoMax - Promo Code: ONESREADYDanger Close Apparel - Promo Code: ONESREADYDFND Apparel - Promo Code: ONESREADYHoist - Promo Code: ONESREADYKill Cliff - Pr...

Feb 4, 2025 • 20min
Ep 421: Self Talk - Are You Weak or Just Soft?
Send us a textAlright, savages—buckle up! Today, Peaches is diving into self-talk and whether that little voice in your head is pushing you forward or dragging you down. Is negative self-talk the secret weapon of the elite? Or is it just another excuse to cry in your Cheerios? 🤷♂️We break down the real psychology behind self-motivation—from calling yourself out like a fat little cake-eating quitter to hyping yourself up like a warrior monk on a mission. 💥 Either way, this ain't your therapist’s idea of positive affirmations. If you're out here looking for safe spaces and warm fuzzies, you're in the wrong podcast.🔥 Like, subscribe, and leave a review—unless you’re scared. 🔥✅ Join our membership for exclusive unfiltered content✅ Check out Barbell Apparel for gear that doesn’t suck✅ Find reading lists, training resources, and more at OnesReady.com💪 Get your mind right, or stay weak. Your choice. 💪Support the showJoin this channel to get access to perks: HEREBuzzsprout Subscription page: HERECollabs:Ones Ready - OnesReady.com 18A Fitness - Promo Code: ONESREADY ATACLete - Follow the URL (no promo code): ATACLeteCardoMax - Promo Code: ONESREADYDanger Close Apparel - Promo Code: ONESREADYDFND Apparel - Promo Code: ONESREADYHoist - Promo Code: ONESREADYKill Cliff - Pr...

Feb 3, 2025 • 41min
Ep 420: Why No One Wants to Join - Woke Policies, Pay Cuts, and Parental Disapproval
Send us a textWelcome back to the Ones Ready Podcast – where we break down the BS, call out the nonsense, and still manage to remind you to like, subscribe, and leave a sarcastic review. Today, Peaches is flying solo, tackling the Stars and Stripes article about the Army's recruitment numbers. Is it woke policies? Pay? Bad leadership? Spoiler: it's all of the above and more. If you’re waiting to join because Trump’s not officially in yet or your mom said no, we’ve got opinions for you. Oh, and don’t forget – check out 18A Fitness with promo code "1READY" and get your tailored fitness program. Become a member and help keep the rants coming!Support the showJoin this channel to get access to perks: HEREBuzzsprout Subscription page: HERECollabs:Ones Ready - OnesReady.com 18A Fitness - Promo Code: ONESREADY ATACLete - Follow the URL (no promo code): ATACLeteCardoMax - Promo Code: ONESREADYDanger Close Apparel - Promo Code: ONESREADYDFND Apparel - Promo Code: ONESREADYHoist - Promo Code: ONESREADYKill Cliff - Pr...

Jan 31, 2025 • 55min
Ep 419: Firefighting and Rocking Out - Bobby 'Hammersticks' Payne From Shift Group
Send us a textGet ready for a ride! The Ones Ready crew teams up with Bobby Payne, a retired Senior Master Sergeant turned rockstar (literally). From crushing it as a firefighter during the GWOT to opening for 38 Special, Bobby’s story is proof that life after service can be EPIC. We dive into his time helping veterans transition, why he hates resumes (same), and how a chance call landed him on stage with a drum set.Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a review (we know you're lurking). Want even more? Consider joining our membership for exclusive content and insider access. Be ready for laughs, leadership lessons, and more short jokes than Trent deserves. 🎤🔥Support the showJoin this channel to get access to perks: HEREBuzzsprout Subscription page: HERECollabs:Ones Ready - OnesReady.com 18A Fitness - Promo Code: ONESREADY ATACLete - Follow the URL (no promo code): ATACLeteCardoMax - Promo Code: ONESREADYDanger Close Apparel - Promo Code: ONESREADYDFND Apparel - Promo Code: ONESREADYHoist - Promo Code: ONESREADYKill Cliff - Pr...

Jan 30, 2025 • 46min
Ep 418: Air Force Air Traffic Controllers Break Down American Airlines Crash
Send us a textBuckle up, because we’re diving into a breakdown of one of the most intense air traffic control incidents in recent history. Complacency? Miscommunication? Just a bad day at the office? We’re going full debrief mode on what went down over the Potomac and why attention to detail isn't just a buzzword—it’s the difference between mission success and disaster.We’ve got air traffic control veteran Steven Pietras in the team room breaking down the reality of high-stakes decision-making when things go south FAST. Whether you're a controller, pilot, operator, or just someone who loves aviation drama, this one is a must-listen.Video Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r90Xw3tQC0I🚨 Like, Subscribe, and Leave a Review—because your opinion matters (but only if it’s five stars). Want more exclusive content? Consider becoming a Ones Ready member and help keep the mission rolling.Support the showJoin this channel to get access to perks: HEREBuzzsprout Subscription page: HERECollabs:Ones Ready - OnesReady.com 18A Fitness - Promo Code: ONESREADY ATACLete - Follow the URL (no promo code): ATACLeteCardoMax - Promo Code: ONESREADYDanger Close Apparel - Promo Code: ONESREADYDFND Apparel - Promo Code: ONESREADYHoist - Promo Code: ONESREADYKill Cliff - Pr...

Jan 30, 2025 • 32min
Ep 417: Cry More, Complain Less: Why the Air Force Owes You NOTHING
Send us a textStrap in, folks—Peaches is on one today. If you’re expecting a warm hug and a participation trophy, you came to the wrong place. We’re diving into the dumpster fire that is the infamous Airmen, NCO, and Senior NCO Facebook page, where complaints flow like cheap beer at an E-Club on a Friday night. From uniform meltdowns to patch politics, we’re covering it all. So, if you’re triggered easily, maybe skip this one—OR don’t, and we’ll see you in the comments.Also, stop lurking and hit the damn buttons: Like, Subscribe, Leave a Review, and Consider Becoming a Member. Because, let’s be honest, if you made it this far, you’re at least hate-watching, and that still counts.Support the showJoin this channel to get access to perks: HEREBuzzsprout Subscription page: HERECollabs:Ones Ready - OnesReady.com 18A Fitness - Promo Code: ONESREADY ATACLete - Follow the URL (no promo code): ATACLeteCardoMax - Promo Code: ONESREADYDanger Close Apparel - Promo Code: ONESREADYDFND Apparel - Promo Code: ONESREADYHoist - Promo Code: ONESREADYKill Cliff - Pr...