Aaron Love, Trent Seegmiller, and Jared "Peaches" Pietras

Ones Ready

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...

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Aaron Love, Trent Seegmiller, and Jared "Peaches" Pietras

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Government

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onesready.com

Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

Ep 425: Shooting the Sh*t with Sniper Bro Bryan Morgan of Hat Creek 11.02.2025

Send us Fan Mail Ever 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...

Ep 424: The A-10 and the Future of Close Air Support with "Won" Bier 10.02.2025

Send us Fan Mail Buckle 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 irreplacea...

***Sneak Peek***MBRS 43: From Terminal Leave to Terminal Rants 09.02.2025

Send us Fan Mail Retirement 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...

Ep 423: To Be Resilient or Robust - This Is The Question! 07.02.2025

Send us Fan Mail You’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...

Ep 422: No More Excuses: The Training Event That Broke Us (In the Best Way) 06.02.2025

Send us Fan Mail You 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...

Ep 421: Self Talk - Are You Weak or Just Soft? 04.02.2025

Send us Fan Mail Alright, 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...

Ep 420: Why No One Wants to Join - Woke Policies, Pay Cuts, and Parental Disapproval 03.02.2025

Send us Fan Mail Welcome 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...

Ep 419: Firefighting and Rocking Out - Bobby 'Hammersticks' Payne From Shift Group 31.01.2025

Send us Fan Mail Get 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...

Ep 418: Air Force Air Traffic Controllers Break Down American Airlines Crash 30.01.2025

Send us Fan Mail Buckle 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 traff...

Ep 417: Cry More, Complain Less: Why the Air Force Owes You NOTHING 30.01.2025

Send us Fan Mail Strap 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 trigg...

***Sneak Peek***MBRS 41: The DMs We Didn’t Sign Up For! 29.01.2025

Send us Fan Mail From push-up form critiques to clueless ASVAB questions, Aaron and Trent expose the chaos of DMs gone wrong. Why are recruits asking for spoon-fed answers instead of doing the work? And what’s up with the Alaska Guard and their secret SOPs? Dive into this brutally honest episode where we dissect entitlement, effort, and why you need to stop asking dumb questions.  Like, subscribe,...

***Sneak Peek***MBRS 45: Unfiltered Rant on DOD Shakeups and Tuskegee Airmen Drama 29.01.2025

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the Ones Ready Team Room—where sarcasm is the sixth branch of service. In this members-only episode, Peaches dives into the classified-but-not-really Nellis morning report and rants about everything from Secretary Hegseth's confirmation to the DEI office shutdown. Are we behind on tech? You bet. Is the government getting fleeced on contracts? Absolutely. And did so...

Ep 416: From Crack Monsters to Cannonballs - With Steve Bart From We Defy Foundation! 28.01.2025

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to the Ones Ready podcast, where sarcasm meets the grit of real stories. This week, Aaron, Trent, and special guest Steve dive into everything from AWOL escapades at McDonald's to Colonel-led recruitment scams. We'll talk National Guard shenanigans, CrossFit cult vibes, and why Jiu-Jitsu isn’t just for hipsters. Want to know what happens when soldiers meet r...

Ep 415: Quitting Isn’t the Problem—Lying to Yourself Is 27.01.2025

Send us Fan Mail Think the pipeline is 80% mental and 20% luck? Wrong. Peaches breaks down the harsh truths about why most candidates fail before they even start. From questionable recruiter advice to pipeline myths that won’t die, this episode is a brutal reality check. We’re covering water con failures, mental spirals, and why you should probably stop blaming your gear.  Like, subscribe, and hit...

***Sneak Peek*** MBRS 40: HOAs, Racist Dogs, and Team Room Truths 25.01.2025

Send us Fan Mail Nothing says leadership like fighting an HOA while managing a possibly racist military working dog. Trent and Aaron break down team room chaos, dysfunctional command moments, and why ‘SOF SERE’ paperwork is the worst kind of clutter. From war dogs to coffee mugs labeled ‘HOA Rules,’ we’re unpacking the absurd and inspiring truths about special operations life.  Like, subscribe, sm...

Ep 414: Pipeline Survival Guide - Myths, Missteps, and the Uncrustables You’ll Never Forget 24.01.2025

Send us Fan Mail Think you're ready for the pipeline? Think again. Peaches dives deep into the harsh realities, misconceptions, and straight-up falsehoods about Special Warfare training. From the soul-crushing Uncrustable diet to why your ego is the first thing that'll drown in the pool, this episode is a no-nonsense look at why most people fail. We'll even tackle why BMT won't...

Ep 413: Deep End Fitness Vermont's Intro to Turning Chaos into Calm 23.01.2025

Send us Fan Mail Can you handle stress like a boss? Peaches and Kai Cook dive into the trenches of resilience training—teaching kids life-saving water skills, challenging firefighters to breathe through the chaos, and even putting operators back in their element. From gymnastic flips to mental grit, this episode is packed with raw truths, intense lessons, and the kind of banter that makes you reth...

Ep 412: TikTok Meltdowns, Public Shaming, and Beards: Why the Military Needs to Get Real 21.01.2025

Send us Fan Mail From TikTok bans to leadership meltdowns, Aaron and Trent are back to dissect the chaos with brutal honesty and a healthy dose of sarcasm. Want to know why public shaming might be the leadership tool you’re missing? Or how TikTok turned into the digital battlefield of the century? Maybe you’re here to hear about why everyone is obsessed with beards. Either way, this one’s got it a...

Ep 411: Air Force Myths & Medal of Honor Rants: Let’s Burn It Down! 20.01.2025

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to the Ones Ready Podcast, where Trent and Peaches tear into the myths, the misconceptions, and the outright lies about Air Force life, combat readiness, and Medal of Honor drama. Join us as we rant, debate, and maybe overshare about the ups, downs, and WTF moments of the military world. If you're here for hard truths and no BS, you're in the right place. Th...

***Sneak Peek***MBRS 39: Weak Leaders - Why the Military is Failing its People 19.01.2025

Send us Fan Mail Trent is on a tear, calling out weak leadership, jealous commanders, and misplaced priorities in this rant-packed episode. From suicidal crisis stats to leaders obsessed with their next promotion, we’re breaking down why the military is struggling—and how we can do better. Why are TikTok airmen a bigger focus than sexual assault or suicide prevention? Why are some leaders more wor...

Ep 410: BMT Realities with Military Training Instructor TSgt Kaleb Schmidt 17.01.2025

Send us Fan Mail Think you’re ready for BMT? Think again. Peaches and TSgt Kaleb Schmidt dive into the chaos, the rules, and why teamwork matters more than your pull-up record. From the trauma of perfect hospital corners to the art of surviving on 10 minutes of chow time, this episode is packed with brutal truths and a lot of sarcasm. Want to know how to thrive in BMT without being that guy?  Tune...

Ep 409: Special Tactics Training Squadron Updates with Maj Chris Walsh 16.01.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we dive deep into why the Air Force is reimagining its Special Tactics pipeline. Peaches, Aaron, and Trent chat with Maj Col Chris Walsh about why change fatigue is a cop-out, the pitfalls of staying stuck in GWOT-era training, and why your excuses are just as outdated as your skills. From CVT validations to the mysteries of SOCOM expectations, this episode is equ...

Ep 408: Pipeline Misconceptions That Will Make or Break You 15.01.2025

Send us Fan Mail From the myths of instant success to the reality of grueling failure, Peaches breaks down the hard truths about the Special Warfare pipeline. Why do some thrive while others barely survive? It’s not just about pushups—it’s about mindset, resilience, and learning to embrace discomfort. This episode dives into lessons learned, the connections that last a lifetime, and why failing fo...

***Sneak Peek*** MBRS 38: From College Myths to Combat Realities: Why Veterans Are Built Different 14.01.2025

Send us Fan Mail Peaches, Aaron, and Trent bring the heat in this unapologetically raw episode, roasting the lies we’ve been sold about college, success, and what really builds leaders. From academic self-licking ice cream cones to the chaos of combat outposts, we’re talking about how real-world experience trumps ivory-tower theory every time. Want solutions? Listen up. Want excuses? Wrong podcast...

Ep 407: Pipeline Chaos & Misconceptions 14.01.2025

Send us Fan Mail The pipeline isn’t just tough—it’s a love-hate experience designed to break you down and build you back stronger. Peaches dives into the myths, the misconceptions, and why the system isn’t meant to cater to your every need. From being thrown to the wolves during COVID to the frustration of contract changes and recruiting gaps, this episode tackles it all with sarcasm and brutal ho...

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