The Debrief

The Debrief

Welcome to the official podcast of the 97th Air Mobility Wing Command Team at Altus Air Force Base. We are your hosts: Col Blaine Baker and CMSgt Cesar Flores! In the tradition of military debriefs- a time-honored way to sit down as a team and analyze performance after a mission- we are going to look back into our own careers and break down moments that shaped us, things that got us through tough times and the lessons we learned along our combined 45 years of service. We will also tackle important topics ranging from leadership in a combat zone to how we can accelerate change to be ready for the future fight. But it won’t just be us! We will feature many exciting guests from all walks of military life that will join the conversation and share their stories as well. And guiding the whole way will be our trusty moderator and resident hockey expert, Airman Jancze! We look forward to taking this journey of reflection and discovery with you as we conduct “The Debrief.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

Episode 9.7: The Final Debrief

July 24, 2023 • 65 mins

The command team and Airman Jancze have their final debrief before they change command. They cover the team's last two years at Altus Air Force Base.

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Episode 9: Leadership with Chief Master Sgt. Shelly Jarvis

February 13, 2023 • 57 mins

The command team is joined by the 97th Medical Group senior enlisted leader, Chief Master Sgt. Shelly Jarvis, and they discuss challenges leaders face throughout their career.

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Episode 8: Lessons from a retired Chief Master Sgt.

December 8, 2022 • 55 mins

On this episode, the command team discusses how the Air Force has changed over time with retired Chief Master Sgt. Gail Hargis, 97th Air Mobility Wing chief of protocol, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma.

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Episode 7: Leadership as a Science

November 4, 2022 • 58 mins

On this episode, the command team discusses leadership as a science with Lt. Col. Teddy Boyd, 56th Air Refueling Squadron commander, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma.

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Episode 6: A View From a FGO

August 9, 2022 • 54 mins

On this episode, the Command Team discusses seeing the best in people who may be struggling with Maj. Caleb Egli, 97th Air Mobility Wing executive officer.

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Episode 5: A View From a CGO

July 1, 2022 • 50 mins

On this episode, the Command Team discuss the roles and responsibilities of the company grade officer corps and the importance of logistics with 1st Lt. Lauren Rogers from the 97th Logistics Readiness Squadron.

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Episode 4: A View From a Chief

May 31, 2022 • 49 mins

On this episode, the Command Team talk leadership, hardship, and passion with the senior enlisted leader of the 97th Security Forces Squadron, CMSgt Kerry Thompson.

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Episode 3: A View From an NCO

May 3, 2022 • 54 mins

On this episode, Col Baker and Chief Flores discuss service, growth, and leadership with one of Altus AFB’s high-performing NCOs, Staff Sgt Ariel Gainey.

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Episode 2: A View From an Airman

March 30, 2022 • 50 mins

On this episode, Col Baker and Chief Flores chat with the 2021 Altus AFB Airman of the Year winner Senior Airman Scottie Shoemaker about the award, his journey and what motivates him.

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Episode 1: Introduction

February 25, 2022 • 48 mins

On this debut episode, Col Baker, Chief Flores and A1C Jancze discuss their backgrounds and what “The Debrief” is all about.

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