Breaking Doctrine

Colonel Richard Ikena, Commander of the Mission Command Training Program, and retired Colonel Rich Creed, Director at the Combined Arms Doctrine Directorate, dive deep into the operational framework of military decision-making. They discuss how this framework enhances leader agility and the importance of integration with joint enablers. The conversation covers recent updates in military doctrine, advocating for simplicity and clarity to improve operational effectiveness. Insights from training exercises emphasize the need for shared understanding and adaptability in dynamic battlefield scenarios.

Major General Christopher Beck, Commanding General of the Maneuver Support Center of Excellence sits down the CADD team, Colonel(R) Rich Creed and Lieutenant Colonel Nate Rice (our host). During our episode, they talk about the evolution of protection and the urgency of the Protection Warfighting Function in Large Scale Combat Operations. They also emphasize how important protection is to every Soldier on today’s battlefield.

Colonel Shawn Kadlec, the U.S. Army's Explosive Ordnance Disposal Commandant, shares insights into the pivotal role EOD plays in large-scale combat. He discusses the evolution of EOD from World War II to modern tactics and the distinct differences between EOD and engineering roles. The conversation highlights the complexities of dealing with unexploded ordnance and stresses the importance of integrating EOD planning into military strategies. Kadlec also emphasizes the humanitarian duties of EOD units and the rigorous training pathways EOD technicians undergo.

In this engaging discussion, Senior Intelligence Analyst Jerry Leverich, veteran Flip Boyer, and Colonel (Retired) Rich Creed unpack the complexities of Russian military tactics compared to those of the U.S. They explore the evolution of defense strategies amid modern conflicts like the war in Ukraine. Key highlights include the intricacies of Russian logistics, command dynamics, and the contrasting artistic versus scientific approaches to warfare. The insights shed light on how these two military giants adapt and rethink their strategies on the evolving battlefield.

TRADOC G2’s Senior Intelligence Analyst, Mr. Jerry Leverich joins Mr. “Flip” Boyer, Colonel (Retired) Rich Creed, and our host Lieutenant Colonel Lisa Becker to begin a conversation about ATP 7-100.1, Russian Tactics. They discuss the background behind this publication and how they used (and continue to use) observations from current events. Our guests also talk about how Russia views the world and their culture of information. Check out more on this topic at The Russia Landing Zone: https://oe.tradoc.army.mil/russia-landing-zone-how-russia-fights/

Lieutenant Colonel (LTC) Zach Griffiths, Dr. Trent Lythgoe, and Colonel (Retired) Rich Creed join our host LTC Lisa Becker to talk about The Harding Project. They discuss how Army Professionals advance the Profession of Arms through professional writing and discourse. They examine myths of writing, tips to get better at writing, and writing initiatives within The Harding Project. For more information on The Harding Project and professional writing, check out the links below. The Harding Project Substack: Harding Project Substack: https://www.hardingproject.com/ Professional Writing Guide: ST_22-2_US_Army_CGSC_Writing_Guide: https://safe.menlosecurity.com/account/login?form Military Review: Military Review: https://www.armyupress.army.mil/Military-Review/

The American, British, Canadian, Australian, and New Zealand (ABCANZ) Armies’ Program is designed to enhance interoperability and demonstrate the collective strength of the ABCANZ Armies’ and USMC. Join Lieutenant Colonel Phil Wingo (host), Colonel (COL) Craig Madden, Chief of Staff for the ABCANZ Armies’ Program, and COL(R) Rich Creed as they discuss how the program increases mutual trust between our armies, improving our ability to fight together.

GEN Charles Flynn, Commanding General of U.S. Army Pacific, and Colonel (Retired) Rich Creed join Lieutenant Colonel Lisa Becker on today’s episode about the maritime domain, focusing on Chapter 7, FM 3-0. They discuss the contributions of the Army in the Pacific theater during WWII and how the Army has shifted during the “Pacific Pivot.” They emphasize the Army’s contributions to all Warfighting Functions in maritime operations. Throughout the episode, they weave in the importance of INDOPACOM’s Land Power Network.

Lieutenant Colonel Jessamyn Jempson hosts COL(R) Mike Gibler, Major Jesse Davis, and Major Ian Staley to talk about their experiences as instructor and students at the Command and General Staff Officers’ Course. They discuss the curriculum, dynamics of a staff group, and having the mindset for the Army Profession. They also share their experiences conducting in-person interviews during the AIM Marketplace and put to rest some common cliches of the course.

Colonel John Sandor and Chief Warrant Officer 4 Austin Kilpatrick join our host, Lieutenant Colonel Lisa Becker, to talk about the Air Domain. They discuss how every formation in the U.S. Army operates in the Air Domain, so commanders and staff need to be familiar with operations within and throughout the air. They also talk about the congestion of the air domain, the importance of the Joint Air Tasking Cycle, and the impact of the Army Joint Support Team.