Beneath The Uniform

The Silent Salute: The Faces Behind The Final Honors

Chap D and Cap G take a deep dive into the dedication and discipline that fuels the Honor Guard team at the 109th Airlift Wing. Master Sgt. Terra Martin and Master Sgt. Ryan Burns join the podcast to discuss the precision, discipline, and deep sense of duty behind one of the Air Force’s most visible and revered missions.  They  share their experiences and the  training process, the emotional weight of honoring veterans and their families, and the pride that comes with upholding Air Force tradition.

Who is: Col Steve Slosek, 109AW Commander

Chap D and Cap G sit down with Col. Steve Slosek who took command of the 109th Airlift Wing in June.  Col. Slosek talks about growing up, his time in ROTC at Syracuse University, navigating JSTARS while on active duty and how he found the 109th.  He talks about his vision for leading the wing, what motivated him to seek leadership roles and successfully completes Chap D's rapid fire questions.

Who is: Maj. Gen. Michele Kilgore

Major General Michele Kilgore returns to the 109th to talk with Chaplain Diaz and Captain Gioia about her leadership journey and how she has progressed to where she is today. The general recalls her time at the Air Force Academy and what is what like to be one of the only female's vying to become a fighter pilot and the moment that gave her that incentive to become one.  She also speaks about the moment that changed her entire life and how it shifted her to the path of leadership.

The Six Pack- Navigating friendships in the workplace

In this episode, Chap D and Cap G explore the delicate balance between maintaining genuine friendships and upholding professional boundaries in today's work environment.  Chaplain Diaz welcomes her closest friends to the studio to talk candidly about the reality of having close friendships mixed in the workplace. From handling gossip and conflicts to supporting each other without overstepping, they have managed to build strong, supportive relationships at work while preserving their professionalism and personal space.

The Life of a First Sergeant

Season 3 kicks off with SMSgt Dan Tibbitts, the first sergeant for the 109th Airlift Wing.   Chap D and Cap G do a deep dive into what is a first sergeant and why they are such an important part of a leadership team. SMSgt Tibbitts give insight into what a first shirt does, what it takes to do the job and his philosophy on the position and serving Airmen around the wing.