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Send us Fan Mail The Team isn't super pumped with the news.  From the Air Force Times: "The Air Force has loosened its restrictions on body fat for new recruits, one of the latest moves to grow the pool of potential applicants amid the military’s recruiting crisis. In the past, men and women’s bodies needed to be 20% or 28% fat, respectively, to be eligible for service. Air Force Recruit...

Send us Fan Mail How would Trent fix officers (and how will Peaches avoid being fired after the episode)?  Find out with this one. Up next? We will fix NCOs, too.  Make sure to catch this episode by becoming a member of our YouTube channel. Exclusive content, early access, discounts on merch- everything you need on your journey.  We have multiple tiers from Development to Pipeline to Team tier, wi...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to the team room! Chief Master Sergeant Josh Leonard is returning for his second episode with a lot of updates from Washington, D.C. In this conversation, Chief Master Sergeant Josh Leonard talks about his experience working on the Hill and his transition back to the Pentagon. He highlights the importance of relationships and bipartisanship in Congress, discusses the...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to the team room! This week, Trent sits down with Purple Heart recipient, prior Combat Control Tech Sergeant and current Flight Commander, Special Tactics Officer Marc Esposito!  From his time in Afghanistan, the unfortunate event that injured him, his recovery and move to officer, Capt Espo has a wealth of knowledge that he hopes to communicate to everyone that think...

Send us Fan Mail What's up to all the NorCal Bad Boys out here for this episode with the man, the myth, the legend, TSgt Mark "Funky" Bunkley.  In this conversation, Mark Bunkley discusses his transition from being an operator to a special operations recruiter. He highlights the challenges and misconceptions of recruiting for special warfare and emphasizes the importance of educatin...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to the team room! We have some exciting news. Our team member, Connor Matthews, is fighting in the UFC on March 30th. Ones Ready is proud to be one of his sponsors for this incredible journey! In this episode, Connor shares his journey to the UFC and the challenges he has faced along the way. He highlights the importance of maintaining focus, making sacrifices and the...

Send us Fan Mail In this inspiring conversation, Col "Vice" Fallon talks about his journey in the Air Force and the importance of staying connected with one's tactical roots. He emphasizes the exciting adventure and endless opportunities that come with serving in the Air Force and living overseas. The conversation also covers the harsh realities of combat and highlights the importan...

Send us Fan Mail You could say that Ones Ready *REALLY* puts the FUN in FUNctional manager, you know what I'm saying!!!! We have fun here.  Combat Control Trainees- listen up, this one is for you. Combat Controller, Chief Master Sergeant Geoff Ikert has a 20 year career full of accolades. Chief Ikert sat down with Aaron and Peaches to talk about every single update you need for the pipeline. ...

Send us Fan Mail This week, buckle up as Aaron and Trent duke it out over the last remaining brain cell they share. It's a showdown you won't want to miss! In this episode, Trent and Aaron dive into a wide range of military and personal topics. From debunking stereotypes about ciders and beers to waxing nostalgic about mixtapes and cassette recorders, they cover it all. They also get rea...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to "The Ones Ready Podcast," your ultimate source of inspiration and guidance on the journey through the Air Force Special Warfare community. This week, join Aaron, Peaches, and Trent as they dive into crucial life skills essential for your success not just in the military, but specifically in the rigorous assessment and selection process of Air Force Special War...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to the team room! Today, we're excited to share an inspiring conversation between Peaches and MSgt Jared "Diesel" Harrison, a Remotely Piloted Aircraft Sensor Operator.  In this conversation, Jared shares his journey of joining the Air Force and the incredible career growth opportunities he has experienced as a sensor operator. His passion for his job i...

Send us Fan Mail When we called on the listeners to recommend a T3i developer for the podcast, one name came up immediately and often- Aaron May.  Aaron May is a legend in the Combat Control career field, and he's still giving back to AFSPECWAR as a T3i developer. His career spans more than 26 years in the Kentucky Air National Guard and Air Force, and his immense skill and knowledge is on fu...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to the team room! This week is special because Trent and Peaches had the opportunity to sit down with former SOF TACP, Wes Bryant. In this conversation, Wes shares his journey from joining the Air Force, to operating at the highest levels of SOF, to transitioning out and finding a new way to serve. His book, "Hunting the Caliphate: America's War on ISIS and...

Send us Fan Mail This one ought to make some people feel some type of way! Welcome back to the Team Room- buckle up. Peaches and Trent lay out exactly how they'd fix the pipeline.  In this high-energy episode, these dynamic hosts share their vision for a streamlined, no-nonsense pipeline that sets crystal-clear standards for our future warriors. With their expertise and passion, they discuss...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to the team room! Today we have a special guest, Ramiro "V-Speed" Villalobos, a former Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) Airman. V-Speed has been on our show before to talk about his transition to civilian life financial preparation, how to find meaning, and lots more. Make sure you check out that episode as well, here on our channel!  Peaches and V-Speed ex...

Send us Fan Mail Delve into the world of elite United States Air Force Combat Controllers, unmatched in modern warfare. Join the electrifying Ones Ready podcast episode as Peaches interviews battle-hardened SNCO, Rylan Neely. They discuss Rylan’s journey, emphasizing purpose, evolving special warfare training, and vital traits like stress tolerance and focus. The discourse continues with insights...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to the Team Room with the whole squad! This week we have Air Force Special Operations Combat Systems Officer (CSO), Lt Col Chris Lott! In this conversation, Chris shares his journey in the Air Force, from his entry into the ROTC program to becoming a Combat Systems Officer, and his experiences in various different aircraft during his career. He discusses the challenge...

Send us Fan Mail Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman #3 served 37 years in the United States Army and achieved things that are beyond description.  SEAC Troxell has a combat jump, achieved the pay grade of E-9 and the rank of SEAC, and has continued to lead hard with his nearly 4 decades of experience at all levels of the military.  In this conversation, he shares his experiences in combat dur...

Send us Fan Mail In the Air Force Special Warfare pipeline and beyond, you will be wholly immersed in training every day you show up to work. So, how do we design training? What's the science behind how we train?  We brought on Dr. Preston Cline, founder of the Mission Critical Team Institute (MCTI), to discuss the importance of cultivating and developing instructors in the military. He highl...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to the team room!!! This week, Aaron and Peaches talk about all sorts of things related to leadership. Not just in the military, but in the civilian world and life in general.  In this conversation, Peaches and Aaron discuss the overuse and misconceptions surrounding the term 'leadership.' They explore the different roles and levels of leadership within orga...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to the Ones Ready Team Room! This week, Aaron and Peaches talk with TACP Legend Tim "Chachi" Pachasa. Chief Pachasa has a storied career and has focused on developing future leaders long after he decided to hang up the Active Duty uniform.  Chachi, a military veteran, shares his experiences and introduces the Pachasa 8 leadership philosophy, emphasizing the...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to the Ones Ready team room! This is a conversation for the record books, as Chief Pietras and Jarred Taylor sit down and cover a lot of ground. Make sure you're following  @JtArticle15 everywhere you can find him on socials or in the real world!  All of JT's episodes spur conversation, and this one is no different. What was your favorite part of the podcast...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to the Team Room! Make sure you catch the first part of this episode here on our YouTube channel or wherever you download your podcasts!  The intro says it all. Chief Peaches sits down with former TACP, current librarian and scholar, part-time historian, and full-time awesome dude Morgan Huston.  We hope you enjoy!  00:00 Jared steals the intro from himself  01:00 The...

Send us Fan Mail In this special episode marking the fifth anniversary of our podcast, the hosts gather for their first in-person recording to reminisce and look forward.  They delve into the early days of podcasting, sharing insights on how their production process has evolved. A key focus of the conversation is the crucial role of first sergeants in the Air Force, emphasizing the significance of...

Send us Fan Mail In this inspiring episode of the Ones Ready Podcast, we're honored to host a special guest, the Commander of Air Mobility Command (AMC). As he approaches the final stretch of his tenure, the Commander shares his insightful perspectives on leadership, innovation, and the future of AMC. We delve into the significant contributions and relentless efforts that AMC has made in adva...