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Send us a textRetired Pararescueman Doug Dicken has given his adult life in service to the Air Force and PJ community. Doug's life was forever changed on June 9th 2010, when he witnessed the crash of Pedro 66, in the Helmand area of Aghanistan.Doug talks us through all the lessons he learned while responding to one of the deadliest crashes the Pararescue and CRO community had seen. Thanks to Doug for having the courage to be open and honest about his struggles with mental health and for sharing his story with us. If you could, please take a moment and remember those we lost in the crash of Pedro 66:Capt. David Wisniewski - 66th Rescue SquadronStaff Sgt. David Smith - 66th Rescue Squadron1st Lt. Joel Gentz - 58th Rescue SquadronTech. Sgt. Michael Flores - 48th Rescue SquadronSenior Airman Benjamin White - 48th Rescue Squadron00:00 The pre-roll of the intro that you need 04:00 Doug's Indoc experiences and pipeline and getting to team13:50 Doug gets his first deployment 30:00 Bad feelings in Afghanistan and Tactical Momentum32:30 The Story of Pedro 6642:30 Doug gets on the ground 51:00 The fog of war58:00 Patients were alive- time to go to work01:03:00 The aftermath 01:09:00 Stories about our friends 01:13:00 Mental Health and struggling with PTSDDon't forget to subscribe to the Podcast on your favorite player! http://bit.ly/2OG2OlfHave a question?  Email us at info@onesready.comFollow us on Instagram http://bit.ly/2OeNoFIAs always, THANK YOU for your support, we truly appreciate it.#pararescue #onesready #mentalhealth 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...

Send us a textNick Koumalatsos is a veteran of SOF, a published author, a consultant, and a serial entrepreneur. As a Marine raider, Nick spent 12 years in the USMC with multiple deployments to Afghanistan and all over the world. After his departure from the SOF and USMC communities, Nick has focused on finding ways to continue to be of service in any way that he can- whether it's through veteran outreach programs, speaking about his own struggles with mental health, or training young men to be good men in today's uncertain times, which he is very passionate about. Make sure to check out Nick's youtube channel  and his website, where you can find links to all the things that Nick cares about, at https://www.nickkoumalatsos.comThank you to Nick for coming on, and we appreciate all you continue to do for us and our communities! 00:00 - Aaron tries to say the guest's name correctly, and you know how this goes00:30 - Nick's backstory 10:30 - The Benefit of age and leadership12:30 - Recon and MARSOC Selections30:50 - The mental struggles of deployments40:00 - The Beach47:20 - The Start of Coaching and empathy51:30 - Make Men Great AgainDon't forget to subscribe to the Podcast on your favorite player! http://bit.ly/2OG2OlfHave a question?  Email us at info@onesready.comFollow us on Instagram http://bit.ly/2OeNoFIAs always, THANK YOU for your support, we truly appreciate it.#nickkoumalatsos #onesready #podcast 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...

Send us a textAfghanistan's Hamid Karzai International Airport, or HKIA, was the center of the world's attention following the announcement of America's retrograde from Afghanistan over the course of 2021. The images we saw- desperate civilians throwing children over the wall into the arms of Marines and Airmen. The terrifying images of the aftermath of the attack at Abbey Gate. Videos of desperate Afghanis falling from aircraft in their last ditch attempt to escape the Taliban for anywhere other than Afghanistan. It is a time that has been burned into the brains of all American Service Members. Recently, Congress started hearing some accounts of what happened over the course of those 4 months. From the breakdown in the chain of command to the lack of support, to the tragedy of losing 13 Americans in a mass casualty event- even 2 years later, this event has captivated the hearts, minds and attention of of the American Public. Finally, the Pararescue Team Senior Enlisted Leader, Sean, and Team Sergeant, Chris, are here to tell their story of exactly what happened in the lead up to the event, exactly what happened in the most unsure time in all of the Global War on Terror, and the days and weeks that followed. In the end, 96 Distinguished Flying Crosses were awarded to the pilots, crew chiefs, loadmasters maintaners and support personnel for their support to Operation ALLIES REFUGE. However, the ground team- who were credited with the rescue and movement of tens of thousands of cvilians- recieved far less recognition. At the time of this writing, the highest medal bestowed on the ground team is a Bronze Star with Valor, and only two of them. The struggle continues at the highest levels to recognize their sacrifices appropriately. Thank you doesn't begin to encapsulate how appreciative the Ones Ready team is for Sean and Chris taking this time to highlight just how capable, relevant, valiant and professional the Air Force's Rescue Community is- but thank you is the best we can do, and we mean it sincerely.  What was your favorite part of the podcast? Drop them in the comments! 00:00 Greymangear.com and Eberlestock.com04:40 Intros and Welcome 08:07 Lead up to HKIA from Chris 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...

Send us a textThat L Word with Jody Fletcher and Coach Morgan is one of the absolute bests podcasts you haven't listened to yet. These guys absolutely love helping and coaching- and they drop some absolute knowledge bombs. Aaron and Trent are equal part students and hosts in this one- thanks to Jody and Morgan for coming on and make sure to follow them on their socials and wherever you get your podcasts! You can find them on IG at that_lword! Huge thanks to Jody and Morgan for coming on and sharing their considerable knowledge, it was an absolute pleasure. 00:00 The best intro that Trent has Ever Done00:40 How the L Word started05:10 Coach Morgan Gets Black Hole Grenaded by Trent15:21 Growing in Leadership in the Military40:40 What you bring matters46:45 Get Rid of the Word Flexibility- use FluidityDon't forget to subscribe to the Podcast on your favorite player! http://bit.ly/2OG2OlfHave a question?  Email us at info@onesready.comFollow us on Instagram http://bit.ly/2OeNoFIAs always, THANK YOU for your support, we truly appreciate it.#podcast  #thatlword #military 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...

Send us a textConnor "The Controller" Matthews has been on before, but he is here after preparing for his next fight, scheduled for 15 March! Connor is a former Combat Controller that followed his dream of eventually getting into the UFC and becoming a pro fighter. It has been a long road, but he is now ready to crush it like only AFSPECWAR can. We are happy to support Connor and everything he is doing to constantly look for the next thing, grow, and become a leader of his small and growing tribe. Aaron and Trent walk through everything new with Connor and what's up next with him. Don't forget about his fight on the 15th of March!Make sure to follow Connor on Instagram at thecontrollermma and here on his YouTube  for awesome content and BJJ coaching! Thanks to Connor and we can't wait to have you on to talk about your win! 00:00 18A Fitness code 1READY and trenchcoffeeco.com and ATACLETE.com codes- ONESREADY02:11 Connor The Controller Matthews intro and welcome08:47 What Connor learned from Losing16:05 Getting a Strong Team and interpersonal relationships24:15 Starting to Coach and moving to Mom's basement42:40 Fixing your own problems, succeeding, and doin what you love47:10 Training for the unknownDon't forget to subscribe to the Podcast on your favorite player! http://bit.ly/2OG2OlfHave a question?  Email us at info@onesready.comFollow us on Instagram http://bit.ly/2OeNoFIAs always, THANK YOU for your support; we truly appreciate it.#onesready #thecontrollermma #podcast  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...

Send us a textTyler Mace, the Pararescueman behind Guardian Fitness, had a ten-year career and multiple combat deployments behind him when he decided to answer another calling. Tyler's desire to guide, coach, mentor, and give his experience to the next generation led him to start Guardian Fitness. At Guardian Fitness, Tyler's only goal is to find the next generation and give them the tools they need before that need arises. From psychological support to nutrition, to physical preparation, to individualized coaching, Tyler is doing his best to ensure the future special operators of today live up to the history that's made them so famous. Most importantly, Guardian Fitness and Shields and Stripes are teaming up in March to go the extra mile, raise awareness, and provide world-class support to first responders and military personnel suffering from the invisible wounds of their lifetime of service. Follow Guardian Fitness on Instagram and check them out at www.guardianfitness.us. Head over to Sheilds and Stripes on IG, at Sheilds_and_Stripes, and at https://shieldsandstripes.org/ to ensure you track the massive March push/project- and please, this month, go the extra mile for these great organizations. 00:00 Ataclete and CardoMax Use Code ONESREADY02:00 Tyler's intro09:30 Getting to your first unit15:10 Know your Mission, deployments, and staying motivated29:30 Tyler's instructor duty and impression of the students33:30 The Start of Guardian Fitness41:26 Shields and Stripes/Guardian Fitness "The Extra Mile" Don't forget to subscribe to the Podcast on your favorite player! http://bit.ly/2OG2OlfHave a question?  Email us at info@onesready.comFollow us on Instagram http://bit.ly/2OeNoFIAs always, THANK YOU for your support; we truly appreciate it.#onesready #guardianfitness #podcast 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...

Send us a textMajor John Koren was a Combat Controller, then a Special Tactics Officer and is the definition of the word "legend". From Vietnam to the Philippines, to the highest freefall jump of the time, to BrandX- his career is absolutely unbelievable. John was gracious enough to share his time and story with all of us, so we can honor exactly what these legends of our career fields have done. Huge thanks to John Koren, we truly appreciate his impact on Combat Control and Air Force Special Tactics as a whole! Hopefully, we can get him back on for round 2 ASAP!00:00 Hit up Ataclete.com for all your training needs04:10 John's path to the Air Force and then Combat Control14:50 Peaches first bag17:10 John's deployments to Viet Nam and Laos29:00 Viet Nam Pararescuemen and Combat Rescue and bombing in Laos37:30 Closing down Viet Nam, evac of Saigon, the Philippines46:30 Deciding to become a Special Tactics Officer54:19 Operation Eagle Claw1:00:30 The invite for round 2!! Don't forget to subscribe to the Podcast on your favorite player! http://bit.ly/2OG2OlfHave a question?  Email us at info@onesready.comFollow us on Instagram http://bit.ly/2OeNoFIAs always, THANK YOU for your support, we truly appreciate it.#vietnam  #combatcontrol #USSOCOMSupport 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...

Send us a textWe have had Pararescue Chief Master Sergeant (CMSgt) Ivan Ruiz on a couple times before- he's a close friend to all of us here at Ones Ready, and has always been an example of "how to do it the right way." Now, as Ivan is making his way into the next phase of his life, he sits down and reflects mid-stream about what all that means. You heard his awesome advice in part one- but we had to split this one up into a special two-part series so Ivan could dig into some real talk for the next generation. Huge thanks to Ivan for coming on and being real, he has an open invite and can come on whenever he wants. Let us know if you have questions for Ivan in the comments! 00:00 Hit up Eberlestock for every bag and piece of tech gear you could need 01:55 Have the career fields changed that much?04:30 Aaron traps Ivan and makes him King for a Day and the Enabler Mission15:40 Pararescue and the future22:20 Ivan's advice for Pipeline students35:10 Aaron and Trent talk about lessons learned from the podDon't forget to subscribe to the Podcast on your favorite player! http://bit.ly/2OG2OlfHave a question?  Email us at info@onesready.comFollow us on Instagram http://bit.ly/2OeNoFIAs always, THANK YOU for your support, we truly appreciate it.#pararescue #onesready #military 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...

Send us a textWe have had Chief Master Sergeant (CMSgt) Ivan Ruiz on a couple times before- he's a close friend to all of us here at Ones Ready, and has always been an example of "how do to it the right way." Now, as Ivan is making his way into the next phase of his life, he sits down and reflects mid-stream about what all that means. This is part of a much larger conversation that we had to break up, it was so good. We got Ivan to talk about the "next generation" of PJ and what he is gonna miss most about the career field in a Part 2, coming out soon. Huge thanks to Ivan for coming on and being real, he has an open invite and can come on whenever he wants. Let us know if you have questions for Ivan in the comments! 00:00 Hit up Eberlestock for every bag and piece of tech gear you could need 01:40 The intro no one wanted but we got a Deliliah after dark reference 02:55 Ivan calls Peaches out for setting him up03:47 Tranisitioning out of the Military with Ivan's nuggets05:28 How important is a network and when should you start20:45 One Deep Mentality32:45 Who you are vs what you do and time management 35:20 The Truth About Staff Meetings and what that means at that level39:00 What's happening currently in the world? Don't forget to subscribe to the Podcast on your favorite player! http://bit.ly/2OG2OlfHave a question?  Email us at info@onesready.comFollow us on Instagram http://bit.ly/2OeNoFIAs always, THANK YOU for your support, we truly appreciate it.#pararescue #onesready #military 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...

Send us a textBefore there was Air Force Special Tactics, there was Chief Master Sergeant retired Wayne Norrad. Chief Norrad started his career before the Air Force knew precisely what Combat Control was going to be and ended his career as the Second AFSOC Command Chief, and the accepted Godfather of what we know Special Tactics to be today.  Chief Norrad is the definition of the word "legend", which is why we asked him to come on and tell us his story; and we are pumped to bring you Part 2!!!Huge thanks to Chief Norrad; we genuinely appreciate his impact on Combat Control and Air Force Special Tactics as a whole! Don't forget to subscribe to the Podcast on your favorite player! http://bit.ly/2OG2OlfHave a question?  Email us at info@onesready.comFollow us on Instagram http://bit.ly/2OeNoFI00:00 Peaches Crushes it07:00 Wires for Tourniquets14:00 Noreaga, that silly goose55:00 Operation Eagle ClawAs always, THANK YOU for your support, we truly appreciate it.#vietnam  #combatcontrol #USSOCOMSupport 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...