Bolt Brotherhood Podcast

For the first time on the Bolt Brotherhood Podcast, we reachback to a different era of Air Force Football. Christian sits down with Bill Wosilius ’91, who played underlegendary head coach Fisher DeBerry, to hear what life was like as an Air Force cadet and football player more than three decades ago. While the era was different, many of the challenges sound remarkably familiar: balancing themilita...

In Episode 12 of the Bolt Brotherhood Podcast, ChristianSpears ’15 sits down with 2013 U.S. Air Force Academy graduate and former O-Lineman Jason Kons to discuss the mindset, discipline, and leadership principles thathave shaped his life both in and out of uniform. Jason reflects on his time at the Academy and shares how thefoundation built as a cadet and Division I student-athlete continues to in...

In Episode 11 of the Bolt Brotherhood Podcast, ChristianSpears ’15 welcomes fellow U.S. Air Force Academy graduate and former Air Force football Corner Loyd Bradley ’14 for a conversation about mentorship, friendship, and the lifelong impact of surrounding yourself with the right people. Long before they became Bolt Brothers at the Academy,Christian and Loyd shared a unique connection. Growing up...

In Episode 10 of the Bolt Brotherhood Podcast, ChristianSpears ’15 welcomes former U.S. Air Force Academy football player and 2019 graduate Marcus Bennett to share the people, experiences, and lessons that shaped his journey from Georgia to the U.S. Air Force Academy. Marcus reflects on his upbringing and the village of familymembers, coaches, mentors, teachers, teammates, and friends who believed...

In Episode 9 of the Bolt Brotherhood Podcast, ChristianSpears ’15 sits down with former U.S. Air Force Academy outside linebacker Jacob Onyechi ’17 to discuss an unexpected journey that became one of the most impactful decisions of his life. When Jacob was being recruited to play Division I football,the U.S. Air Force Academy wasn't initially on his radar. Looking back, however, he recognizes...

In Episode 8 of the Bolt Brotherhood Podcast, ChristianSpears ’15 sits down with fellow U.S. Air Force Academy graduate and former Air Force football offensive lineman Dave Lore ’14 to discuss the decisions, mindset, and perseverance that shaped his journey as a cadet, student-athlete, and military officer. Dave reflects on his time at the Academy and shares howsuccess often comes from embracing o...

In Episode 7 of the Bolt Brotherhood Podcast, ChristianSpears ’15 welcomes fellow U.S. Air Force Academy Class of 2015 graduate Jared Jones for an honest conversation about perseverance, identity, and what it truly means to be a Bolt Brother. Jared reflects on his journey beginning at the U.S. AirForce Academy Preparatory School before earning his place at the Academy as a cadet and student-athlet...

In Episode 6 of the Bolt Brotherhood Podcast, ChristianSpears ’15 sits down with former U.S. Air Force Academy defensive back Jesse Washington ’17 to reflect on the challenges, friendships, and lessons thatdefined his Academy experience. Jesse's journey was not without obstacles. Early setbackstested his resolve and forced him to lean on the people around him. Through the support of his teamma...

In Episode 5 of the Bolt Brotherhood Podcast, ChristianSpears ’15 sits down with fellow U.S. Air Force Academy graduate and former outside linebacker Kristov George ’16. Kristov reflects on his Academy experience with remarkablehumility. By his own assessment, he had a relatively average football career. Yet his story demonstrates that success isn't always measured by statistics, accolades, or...

In Episode 4 of the Bolt Brotherhood Podcast, ChristianSpears ’15 sits down with Captain Aubrey Duty-Tyson ’18, an active-duty officer in the United States Space Force and graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy. Aubrey reflects on the challenges, setbacks, and difficultlessons he encountered during his time at the Academy. Looking back, he shares a perspective that transformed how he viewed advers...

In Episode 3 of the Bolt Brotherhood Podcast, ChristianSpears ’15 sits down with fellow Air Force Academy football alumnus Jordan Pierce ’15 to discuss perseverance, resilience, and the mindset of “Be Great.” An Inside Linebacker and member of the United States AirForce Academy football team, Jordan reflects on the adversity he faced during his time as a cadet-athlete and the challenges of waiting...

In Episode 2 of the Bolt Brotherhood Podcast, ChristianSpears ’15 sits down with fellow Air Force Academy football alumnus Broam Hart ’15 to discuss leadership, discipline, and the lifelong impact of “attention to detail.” A four-year letterman and Full Back for the United StatesAir Force Academy football team, Broam reflects on his cadet-athlete experience, and the lessons learned balancing acade...

In Episode 1 of the Bolt Brotherhood Podcast, host ChristianSpears (2015 U.S. Air Force Academy graduate) introduces the vision behind the podcast and reflects on his personal “Bolt Brotherhood Life Cycle” — the journey from cadet-athlete at the United States Air Force Academy to military officer, leader, and professional beyond the game. Christian shares lessons learned through football, military...