Welcome to the Insight Thru Experience Podcast. In this 3rd episode of Season 3, I was lucky enough to interview Bryan who is a very experienced TACP operator from the 17th Special Tactics Squadron. He shares tons of info about his background, his life as a TACP, and why the 17th STS is such a special place to work. Don't miss this episode!!! Visit us online at https://www.airforcespecialtactics.af.mil/724STG
Apr 21, 2021•46 min•Ep. 21
Welcome to the Insight Thru Experience Podcast. In this 2nd episode of Season 3, I sat down with four candidates just 36 hours after completing our operator selection. They share what the experience was like for them, their darkest moments, their biggest fears coming into selection, and much, much more. Don't miss this episode!!! Visit us online at https://www.airforcespecialtactics.af.mil/724STG
Mar 23, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 20
Welcome to the Insight Thru Experience Podcast. In this first episode of Season 3, I sat down with one of our Special Reconnaissance operators to talk about his experience before, during, and after his selection to come to the unit. This is one you don't want to miss. Visit us online at https://www.airforcespecialtactics.af.mil/724STG
Feb 05, 2021•44 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Welcome to the Insight Thru Experience Podcast. In this episode, I got to sit down and interview two of our EOD specialists inside the unit. They will reveal what life is like for a direct-support operator inside the 724 STG. This is one you don't want to miss. Visit us online at https://www.airforcespecialtactics.af.mil/724STG Follow us on IG @ 724_stg_ras
Dec 14, 2020•51 min•Ep. 19
Welcome to the Insight Thru Experience Podcast. We finally got to interview two of our Intel experts on this week's episode. They will tell you all about life as an Intelligence specialist inside the 724 STG. Visit us online at https://www.airforcespecialtactics.af.mil/724STG
Nov 02, 2020•55 min•Ep. 18
Welcome to the Insight Thru Experience Podcast. This episode is a special one. We interviewed 4 operators just 48 hours after they finished our grueling selection process. This is a can't miss episode! We discuss everything from how they prepped (mentally/physically), how they performed, and they revealed their low moments when the demons came calling, and much, much, more. Visit us online at https://www.airforcespecialtactics.af.mil/724STG
Oct 07, 2020•59 min•Ep. 16
Welcome to the Insight Thru Experience Podcast. This week we are talking with three of our medical professionals: Riley (Group Surgeon), Kyle (Medical Ops), and Brandon (IDMT). In this episode, we talk about everything from how the medical section is organized, to how they support the unit members, and many other revealing topics centered around treatment, teaching, and training the force inside the 724 STG. Timeline: 1:00 Intros 3:35 Why did you decide to come to the 724 STG? 8:50 Describe the ...
Jun 30, 2020•56 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Welcome to the Insight Thru Experience Podcast. This week we are talking with Lauren (Clinical Psych), Amy (Clinical Social Worker), Maria (Clinical Social Worker), and Megan (Peer Network Coordinator). Such a pleasure to talk to these professional ladies and hear how they are making a huge difference in the lives of our unit members and their families. For those looking at where their next assignment will be, this week's podcast is just another example of the opportunities and support that exis...
Jun 16, 2020•54 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Welcome to the Insight Thru Experience Podcast. This week we are talking with Rachel, Lauren, and Sarah. These ladies are spouses of unit operators and share their experiences on what life is like when married to a 724 STG operator. Tons of great info in this podcast for those inbound for an assignment, and those considering a future move to the 724 STG. Timeline: 2:10 Intros 3:45 How has your time been during your assignment here? 6:45 How do you deal with the fast pace of the unit? 14:10 What ...
Jun 09, 2020•56 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Welcome to the Insight Thru Experience Podcast. This week we interview Chris C. discussing the realities of Religious Affairs inside of SOF, and how they integrate effectively inside the 724 STG to help keep the organization and its families both healthy and resilient. Timeline: 2:15 - Guest intros 4:15 - How did you end cross-training into Religious Affairs? 9:30 - How did you find out about the 724 STG? 10:40 - Chris explains the Chaplain/Religious Affairs footprint inside the 724 13:45 - Chri...
Jun 02, 2020•35 min•Ep. 15
Welcome to the Insight Thru Experience Podcast. This week we interview two of our Cyber (3D) professionals as they reveal what life is like inside the organization and why 3Ds should make the 724 STG a future career goal. Timeline: 2:15 - Guest intros 10:45 - Describe your prior assignment experiences 17:00 - How did you find out about the 724 STG? 24:00 - Balancing outside life with an assignment at the 724 STG 28:35 - Describing the assessment and selection experience 33:25 - What advice would...
May 19, 2020•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 6
Welcome to the Insight Thru Experience Podcast. This week we bring you part two of a two-part series with members of our Human Performance Optimization (HPO) team. Visit us at https://www.airforcespecialtactics.af.mil/724STG/
May 05, 2020•49 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Welcome to the Insight Thru Experience Podcast. This week we bring you part one of a two-part series with members of our Human Performance Optimization (HPO) team. Visit us at https://www.airforcespecialtactics.af.mil/724STG/
Apr 28, 2020•47 min•Ep. 5
This week we sat down with two operators that just graduated from our Operator Training Course (OTC) to gain their perspectives on how to be successful in both Selection and OTC. If you are a Special Warfare operator, or a motivated Combat Mission Supporter, visit our website to learn how to join this elite organization. https://www.airforcespecialtactics.af...
Apr 22, 2020•56 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Welcome to the Insight Thru Experience Podcast. This week we interviewed Capt Nick S. who is a Combat Rescue Officer serving at a Rescue Squadron here in the U.S. Nick is the first officer we have interviewed and his experience is a good guide for all those coming behind him to our A&S process. Appreciate all of you tuning in to another Insight Thru Experience Podcast!
Apr 05, 2020•49 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Welcome to the Insight Thru Experience Podcast. This week we are bringing you time with SSgt Billy G., a TACP who is currently serving inside the Fires Shop at the 724 STG, and who just successfully navigated and was selected during the last operator A&S. Billy is extremely well-spoken and I think you will be as motivated as I was after listening to his thoughts. Appreciate all of you tuning in to another Insight Thru Experience Podcast! Visit us at https://www.airforcespecialtactics.af......
Mar 25, 2020•52 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Welcome to the Insight Thru Experience Podcast. This week we are bringing you time with Pararescueman Connor W., who recently graduated OTC and shares his experience about his journey through selection and OTC. Appreciate all of you tuning in to another Insight Thru Experience Podcast! Visit us at 724STG Website
Sep 20, 2019•35 min•Ep. 14
Welcome to the Insight Thru Experience Podcast. This week we are bringing you time with our Sports Psychologist Dr. Ben Wellborn. His insights into the mental performance world can help those preparing for something as challenging as our operator selection, or something as simple as increasing your daily performance in life. Appreciate all of you tuning in to another Insight Thru Experience Podcast! Visit us at 724STG Website...
Sep 13, 2019•51 min•Ep. 13
Welcome to the Insight Thru Experience Podcast. This week we are bringing you a compilation of valuable insights from some 724 STG operators. We are focused on the traits our organization values in those that serve here. The 3 traits we tackle this week: 1. Critical Thinking (Now Problem solving) 2. Demonstrating effort (Now Drive) 3. Interpersonal Effectiveness Visit us at 724STG Website...
Sep 06, 2019•19 min•Ep. 12
Welcome to the Insight Thru Experience Podcast. This week, we interviewed Pararescueman (PJ) Josh T. who answers the questions that will help operators prime themselves for our selection process and our Operator Training Course. His energy and motivation have stood out since I first met him at the dark crossroads at 0230 on Day 1 of our selection. He has proven that hard work and being able to turn critical feedback into fuel are a few of the keys to unlock peak performance. Enjoy this episode w...
Aug 30, 2019•39 min•Ep. 11
Welcome to the Insight Thru Experience Podcast. This week, we interviewed Strength Coach Evan Krening who offers some valuable advice on operator selection and OTC. His background as an athletic trainer gives him a deeper understanding of the human-machine and what it takes to both prepare it for extreme output, and prevent injury through the application of a smart training and recovery regimen. 2:05 - Evan's background; the difference between an AT and a PT 6:05 - Tactical Athletes 11:10 - Sele...
Aug 18, 2019•34 min•Ep. 10
Welcome to the Insight Thru Experience Podcast. This week we are bringing you a compilation of valuable insights from some unit operators. We are focused solely on selection this week and they will be answering 3 questions: 1. When should guys apply for selection? 2. What was the selection experience like for you? 3. What are some tips for the guys coming to selection in the future?
Aug 15, 2019•25 min•Ep. 9
Welcome to the Insight Thru Experience Podcast. This week, we interviewed Dr. Thompson who offers her thoughts on OTC, how to prepare for operator selection and some helpful tips for spouses. Timeline: 2:10 - Dr. T Introduction and role as a Performance Psych 4:40 - Peak Performance Course 7:50 - OTC Thoughts 14:20 - Selection Thoughts and Tips 23:18 - Spouse Thoughts and Advice 28:30 - Podcast Wrap up
Aug 05, 2019•29 min•Ep. 7
Welcome to our inaugural Insight Thru Experience Podcast. This week we are interviewing Combat Controller Steven S. He just graduated our OTC in May, and shares some of his insight and experiences from the perspective of the guy who finished #1 in his OTC class. Timeline: 2:00 - Introduction and background 6:00 - Assignment at 23 STS. Why the 724 STG? 9:20 - Selection thoughts and tips 24:15 - OTC thoughts and tips 31:00 - Experience with the Cadre 37:00 - Tips for balancing work/family during O...
Aug 03, 2019•49 min•Ep. 8
