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 Team Room to get all your questions answered!! With battle-tested operators from across USAF SPECWAR and far-reaching web of recruiters, subject matter experts, and friends, there are no questions we can’t answer- and if we can’t, we know exactly where to look. See you in The Team Room!Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the OnesReady team are those of the team and do not reflect the official policy or position of the DoD. Any content provided by our Podcast guests, bloggers, sponsors, or authors are of their opinion and are not intended to malign the DoD, any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone.
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Ep 386: AFSPECWAR - Check Your Acronyms at the Door with Valhalla VFT
Confused by all the Air Force special operations jargon? Us too. Nate from Valhalla VFT grills Aaron and Trent on why AFSPECWAR has more acronyms than operators and what makes their selection process one of the toughest. From tackling the absurdities of leadership to debating why pilots make the worst decisions for ground teams, it’s a no-holds-barred breakdown of what it takes to be elite. Like, subscribe, and smash the bell to stay updated on our rants. Leave a review if you’re brave enough, and consider joining our membership—because we’re out here doing the most with the least!"**
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Air Force Special Warfare
03:08 Understanding Air Force Special Operations
05:47 The Selection Process for Air Force Special Warfare
08:51 Attrition Rates and Challenges in Selection
12:06 Post-Selection Pathways and Opportunities
14:59 Qualification Courses and Training Requirements
18:11 Diving and Operational Capabilities
21:07 The Role of Combat Controllers
23:55 Challenges in Training and Pipeline Adjustments
27:03 Conclusion and Future Directions
32:55 Understanding the Role of Combat Controllers
34:43 The Evolution of CCT Missions
36:39 Training and Tactical Preparedness
39:44 The Challenges of New Deployments
42:04 First Mission Experiences
45:50 The Pressure on New Operators
48:41 Life as a New Guy in Special Operations
52:21 Evaluation and Performance Standards
54:32 The Pipeline Experience and Individual Attention
57:15 The Importance of Attitude in Special Operations
01:01:17 Integration of PJs in Operational Missions
01:06:13 The Role of Pararescue in Special Operations
01:15:15 Evolving Missions and Future Operations
01:21:09 Understanding Tier One Operations
01:27:20 Choosing the Right Path in Special Operations
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