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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…
Episodes
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Ep 403: Misconceptions - Mental vs. Physical in Pipeline Training
Send us Fan MailThink you’re ready for the pipeline because you passed the IFT? Think again. Trent and Peaches dive into the brutal truths about pipeline prep…
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Ep 402: Misconceptions - What Recruits Get Wrong About the Pipeline
Send us Fan MailFrom unrealistic recruiter promises to Black Thursday panic, Trent and Peaches dive into the chaos of Special Warfare prep. Think passing the…
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Ep 401: IFAM, Broken Egos, and Why Humility and Standards Still Matter
Send us Fan MailThe pipeline isn’t about your squat numbers, beard waiver, or how fast you can make excuses—it’s about grit, humility, and teamwork when you’re…
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***Sneak Peek***MBRS 34: The Real Truth About Leadership, Respect & AFSPECWAR Standards
Send us Fan MailIn this raw episode, Aaron, Peaches, and Trent call out what it truly means to be a leader, both in and out of the Air Force Special Warfare…
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Ep 400: Increased Medical Waivers for USAF Recruits
Send us Fan MailWaivers for asthma? Tattoos? Maybe even beards? The Air Force is loosening up, but is it enough? Peaches goes solo to rant about recruitment…
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Ep 399: Deep End Tucson - From Selection Fails to Teamwork Wins
Send us Fan MailWater confidence isn’t just about holding your breath; it’s about holding yourself accountable. In this episode, we dive deep into why the pool…
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***Sneak Peek***MBRS 42: Squats, Snark, and The AFSPECWAR Reality Check
Send us Fan MailThink squats will save you in selection? Think again. Peaches, Aaron, and Trent dive into the gritty truths of AFSPECWAR training, tearing…
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Ep 398: Re-enlistment & Selective Retention Bonus Math
Send us Fan MailSelective retention bonuses are here, but so are bad decisions. Peaches breaks down the 2025 retention bonus updates, tax-free zones, and why…
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Ep 397: Why Your Lazy Ass Won’t Make It Through Selection with Coach Edge
Send us Fan MailThink you’re ready for the pipeline because you’ve been crushing bicep curls and skipping cardio? Spoiler alert: you’re not. Kevin Edgerton…
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Ep 396: "SOF SERE" - How to Confuse Everyone in Spec Ops
Send us Fan MailEver wondered how to take a perfectly good career field and complicate it with branding chaos? Aaron and Trent dive into the absurdity of 'SOF…
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***Sneak Peek*** MBRS 22: Elite Generals, Callsign Nonsense, Airing of Grievances
Send us Fan MailGet ready for a no-holds-barred deep dive into the military's inner workings with Peaches, Aaron, and Trent. In this raw, real, and…
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Ep 395: Eat Like a Grunt & Train Like a Pro with Modern Athlete Strength Systems
Send us Fan MailFueling for performance? Sure. But what happens when Marines run on Marlboro Reds and caffeine pills? Aaron, Trent, Erik, and Coach Jimmy tear…
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Ep 394: When the Navy Shoots Itself: How Close Calls and Bureaucracy Define Modern Warfare
Send us Fan MailFrom jets taking off to getting shot down by your own team, Peaches welcomes Maj Nick "Bane" Carballo to dive into the madness of the F/A-18…
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Ep 393: The Navy Shoots Itself - When Friendly Fire Gets Real Dumb
Send us Fan MailWhat happens when the Navy decides to play Call of Duty IRL? Aaron and Trent dive into the absurdity of a Navy cruiser shooting down its own…
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Ep 392: Ask A Special Warfare Recruiter!
Send us Fan MailThink you know everything about Air Force Special Warfare? Think again. Peaches, Rick, and Kaitlin spill the tea on what it really takes to…
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Ep 391: Warriors vs. Whiners - Why Failure Builds Legends
Send us Fan MailAre you ready to redefine what it means to be a warrior? In this episode, Trent drops wisdom (and sarcasm) on failure, guidance counselors with…
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Ep 390: Drones & The Bureaucracy Dumpster Fire
Send us Fan MailAaron and Peaches go full throttle on the absurdity of modern military bureaucracy. From drone disasters to the never-ending saga of public…
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Ep 389: AFSPECWAR: Fixing Career Confusion in One Podcast with Jimmy Cleckler
Send us Fan MailEver wonder how the Air Force created a battlefield full of acronyms and called it ‘progress’? Join Jimmy, Aaron, and the crew as they tackle…
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***Sneak Peek*** MBRS 33: Breaking Down Standards, Smoking the Competition, and the Case for Marijuana
Send us Fan MailIn this no-holds-barred episode, Peaches and Trent take aim at military standards, leadership decisions, and even dive into the controversial…
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Ep 388: IP Theft and Why the U.S. Needs to Stop Playing Nice with Brandon from ICWF Podcast
Send us Fan MailFrom stolen fighter jet designs to the billions China swipes from us yearly, Aaron and Brandon break down the fifth gen war you didn’t know you…
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***Sneak Peek*** MBRS 20: Pronouns, DEI, Facebook, Boomer Talk
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Peaches and Trent dive deep into the ever-entertaining world of military bureaucracy, starting with a hot topic: signature…
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Ep 387: From Dreams to Combat Realities with Woody Hurd
Send us Fan MailWhat does it take to go from playing Call of Duty to the real thing? Woody Heard joins the Ones Ready team to share his journey from a kid with…
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Ep 386: AFSPECWAR - Check Your Acronyms at the Door with Valhalla VFT
Send us Fan MailConfused by all the Air Force special operations jargon? Us too. Nate from Valhalla VFT grills Aaron and Trent on why AFSPECWAR has more…
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***Sneak Peek***MBRS 36: Why the Air Force Won’t Solve All Your Problems
Send us Fan MailThis one’s for everyone expecting the Air Force to swoop in and fix everything. Peaches and Trent are back, breaking down why relying on top…
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Ep 385: Are Things Really That Bad in the USAF?
Send us Fan MailStrap in, folks. This episode, Trent goes off solo, tackling the big, ugly question: Is the Air Force as broken as social media makes it out to…
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Ep 384: Make the Air Force Elite Again: Standards and Excuses
Send us Fan MailThe Ones Ready team dives into the big question: Why lower standards when you can raise the bar? From Gen Z’s fast-food addiction to…
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Ep 383: Obesity, Excuses, and Fixing the Force
Send us Fan MailAre we really blaming leadership for the obesity epidemic in the military, or is it time to look in the mirror? Aaron and Peaches dive into the…
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Ep 382: Author of Grit to Glory - Darrell Utt - Retired Green Beret
Send us Fan MailEver wonder what it takes to go from a poor kid in West Virginia to leading the nation’s most elite warriors? Darrell Utt joins the Ones Ready…
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Ep 381: DEI Disasters, and Leadership Fails with Ed “Head” Rush
Send us Fan MailFrom overreaching squirrel euthanasia missions to the military’s DEI dumpster fire, Ed Rush joins the Ones Ready team to break down leadership…
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***Sneak Peek*** MBRS 32: Conquering Fears and Owning the Journey - What it Really Takes to Earn It
Send us Fan MailIn this solo episode, Trent dives deep into personal fears, the realities of the military, and what it truly means to earn everything you’ve…
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Ep 380: Pentagon Audit Fails and Baby Back Excuses
Send us Fan MailSeven audit fails in a row, $824 billion unaccounted for, and a general officer purge on the horizon? Welcome to the circus, folks. Aaron and…
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Ep 379: Jobs That Don’t Suck (Much) and Will Actually Get You Ready for the Pipeline
Send us Fan MailTired of hearing ‘just train harder’? We’ve got the real playbook – a list of actual jobs you can take that won’t just get you paid but will…
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***Sneak Peek***MBRS 31: Building Legacy - Standing on the Shoulders of Giants
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Trent flies solo to explore the power of legacy, both personal and professional. He dives into the deep history of Special…
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***Sneak Peek***MBRS 30: Top Cone Mistakes - What to Avoid in the Pipeline
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Trent dives into the top mistakes that candidates make before and during the pipeline. From chasing aesthetics over…
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***Sneak Peek*** MBRS 25: Trents Quick Rant on Value and Communication
Send us Fan MailJust a quick hitter from Trent- just to stay on brand he starts off with some Aaron slander and then gets into the meat and potatoes. Hope you…
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Ep 377: Aircrew Flight Equipment & Special Warfare Mission Support - MSgt Ben Webb
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Aaron and Ben Webb break down the raw, unfiltered truths about life in the Air Force and the realities of serving in Special…
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EP 378: Military Leadership: Why Take Risks When You Can Just…Not?
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Peaches and Trent break down what it takes to truly lead in the high-stakes world of Air Force Special Warfare. They tackle…
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Ep 376: AFSPECWAR Pipeline FAQs: Real Answers to Get You Ready
Send us Fan MailReady for the pipeline but overwhelmed by questions? The Ones Ready team is here to clear things up with straightforward answers to your most…
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Ep 375: So You Hate the Military? Let's Talk About It...
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Trent’s here to respond to every “victim vet” out there who’s shouting, “Don’t join the military!” after a bad experience…
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YouTube Live: The Reality Check Air Force Needs
Send us Fan MailIn this unapologetically real episode, Peaches and Trent tackle the truth about Air Force life, from misunderstood chain of command structures…
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Ep 374: TSgt Matt Caples: AFSPECWAR Guard Life vs. Active Duty
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Aaron, Peaches, Trent, and guest Matt Caples get into the nitty-gritty of what it takes to succeed in Air Force Special…
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***Sneak Peek*** MBRS 29: How Are You Spending Your Time?
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Trent rides solo and dives deep into the concept of “spend most of your time doing what only you can do.” Drawing from…
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Ep 373: AFSPECWAR: The Real Pros, Cons & Raw Truths
Send us Fan MailIn this brutally honest episode, Aaron, Peaches, and Trent take you deep into the realities of Air Force Special Warfare. They break down the…
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Ep 372: Aaron Loves America - Why the Military Needs a Culture Reset NOW!
Send us Fan MailAaron tackles some of the biggest controversies in today’s military culture—from the impact of political agendas and DEI initiatives to the…
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Ep 371: Steven Pietras - USAF Air Traffic Control & Hurricane Helene Response
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Aaron, Peaches, Trent, and Steven get real about the dedication it takes to respond to crises. Steven shares his firsthand…
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Ep 370: Accountability & Leading by Example...Stop Making Excuses!
Send us Fan MailIn this episode Trent takes the mic solo and tears into some hard truths about trauma, leadership, and why too many people are playing the…
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***Sneak Peek*** MBRS 27: Beards, Battles, and Black Hawk Down: Peaches & Trent Tell All!
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Peaches and Trent bring you an unfiltered conversation that covers it all—new merch drops, beard drama, and the inside scoop…
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***Sneak Peek***MBRS 28: Stoicism, Call Signs, and Cancel Culture: Navigating the Gray Areas
Send us Fan MailIn this raw and unfiltered "Members Only" episode, Peaches and Aaron dive into the gritty world of stoicism, military heritage, and today's…
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Ep 369: Top 10 Concerns About Joining Busted
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Peaches and Trent go deep on the top 10 concerns people have about joining the military—and why most of them are blown way out…
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Ep 368: Mindset, Messing Up, and Why Smiling Through the Suck Matters
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Peaches and Trent break down the real secrets to surviving the toughest days in the pipeline and beyond. From keeping your…
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Ep 366: Hell Week Survival: No Sleep, No Excuses—What It Takes to Get Through
Send us Fan MailIn this intense episode, Aaron, Trent, Peaches, and a mystery guest dig into the mental and physical grind of Special Warfare's Hell Week…
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Ep 367: Kate Gladdin - Resilience Under Fire
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Aaron and Peaches sit down with Kate Gladden, resilience coach and author of "Okay, Now What?", to dive deep into what it…
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Ep 365: Behind the Scenes with Black Rifle Coffee’s Baker Leavitt
Send us Fan MailWelcome back to the Team Room!!!Join Aaron and Peaches for an eye-opening conversation with Baker Leavitt, Director of Strategic Relations at…
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EP 364: The Truth Hurts: Mental Health, Low Pay, and What the Air Force Won’t Fix
Send us Fan MailPeaches goes solo and tackles some of the most controversial topics in the Air Force right now: mental health, leadership accountability, and…
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Ep 363: The Power of a JTAC: Secrets of Modern Warfare with Ethan Brown
Send us Fan MailOnes Ready Podcast - Your inside look into the United States Air Force Special Operations Community. In this episode, we sit down with former…
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***Sneak Peek***MBRS 28: Captain to Colonel: The Real Power Players Behind the Military Machine
Send us Fan MailWait... there are *good* officers?! Who knew!!! Apparently Trent did. On this episode of the Ones Ready Podcast, we dive into the vital role…
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***Sneak Peek***MBRS 23: Peaches on Beards and Risk
Send us Fan MailIn this members-only convo, Peaches dives deep into two hot topics: beards in the military and the power of risk-taking. First up, he shares…
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Ep 362: Pharma to Firearms: How Brandon Maddox Navigated the ATF and Won!
Send us Fan MailIn this hard-hitting episode, Aaron sits down with Brandon Maddox, the CEO of Silencer Central, to talk about his incredible journey from…
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***Sneak Peek*** MBRS 24: 9 Secrets to Crushing the Air Force Pipeline – Trent’s Guide to Mental & Physical Mastery!
Send us Fan MailReady to dominate the Air Force special warfare pipeline? In this powerhouse episode, Trent breaks down the 9 essential ingredients you *must*…
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Ep 361: Breaking the Stigma: How Veterans Can Overcome PTSD with New Therapies | Dr. Tim Vermillion
Send us Fan MailIn this Ones Ready Podcast episode, Aaron and Peaches sit down with Dr. Tim Vermillion to explore essential topics on mental health, stress…