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Sword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Ep. 109: Deep Dive with the KrakensChief Master Sgt. Christopher Howard, 960th Cyberspace Wing Command Chief, explores the mission and operational depths of the 960th Operations Support Flight with Lt. Col. Andrew Heo, 960 OSF Commander, and Maj. Jessica Morris, 960 OSF Chief of Current Operations at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas on Feb. 4, 2024. The group discusses processes within the Air Force cyber career field that provide operators insight into organizational expectations and the transformation of the cyber mission into an integrated force for support to warfighters and combatant commands. (US Air Force audio by Alex Dieguez)
2024-03-0225 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Ep. 108: ForgivenessFrances Martinez, 960th Cyberspace Wing director of psychological health, continues the discussion on relationship communication with Chaplain Randy Holloway, 433d Airlift Wing, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas on August 5, 2023. Forgiveness can be a challenging process after conflicts, however, by navigating such difficulties with recognition that the gradual negative effects can accumulate to even more disruptive patterns, forgiveness offers a way forward for health and agency of the self foremost. (US Air Force audio by Alex Dieguez)
2023-11-0425 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Ep. 107: Resiliency IntegratorsChief Master Sgt. Christopher Howard, Command Chief of the 960th Cyberspace Wing, is joined by First Sgt. Shatasha Estes, 960th Cyberspace Wing, and First Sgt. Delbert Templeton, 433rd Airlift Wing, to explore the role and duties of Resiliency Integrators in the Air Force Reserve at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas on September 29, 2023. Resiliency Integrators are first sergeants that operate as liaisons between wing leadership and higher command in order to provide community support, guidance, and resources to Airmen and their family members. (US Air Force audio by Alex Dieguez)
2023-10-0125 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Ep. 106: Conflict ResolutionFrances Martinez, director of Psychological Health, 960th Cyberspace Wing, discusses healthy communication techniques and behaviors with Chaplain Randy Holloway, 433rd Airlift Wing at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas on August 5, 2023. Communication is an inherent system within any relationship; by examining instances where conflict occurs, critical and meaningful reflection of the circumstances, language, and behavior of the participants will lead the way to a unified understanding of the relationship and the values that constitute it. (US Air Force audio by Alex Dieguez)
2023-08-2329 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Ep. 105: The Value of AirmenChief Master Sgt. Christopher Howard, Command Chief of the 960th Cyberspace Wing, speaks with 10th Air Force Command Chief Christopher Bluto on the transformation of expectations, values, and mindset of Airmen during their early experiences to the modern environment at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas on May 8, 2023. In addition, Chief Bluto provides insight on exercising resourceful agency, developing Total Force relationships, the importance of Connectedness, and fostering understanding of the Air Force mission with the local community. (U.S. Air Force audio by Alex Dieguez)
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Sword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Ep. 104: AFRC Command Chief Timothy WhiteIn honor of his 34 years of service, the 960th Cyberspace Wing presents a podcast episode featuring AFRC Command Chief Master Sgt. Timothy White. In this episode, Chief Master Sgt. Billie Baber, then Command Chief of the 960th Cyberspace Wing, joins him in discussing personal and professional growth, talent management, and the progress of career development at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas on Jul. 26, 2022. The 960th Cyberspace Wing thanks Chief White for his wisdom, guidance, and support, and wishes him well on his next journey! (U.S. Air Force audio by Kristian Carter)
2023-05-0500 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Ep. 104: AFRC Command Chief Timothy WhiteIn honor of his 34 years of service, the 960th Cyberspace Wing presents a podcast episode featuring AFRC Command Chief Master Sgt. Timothy White. In this episode, Chief Master Sgt. Billie Baber, then Command Chief of the 960th Cyberspace Wing, joins him in discussing personal and professional growth, talent management, and the progress of career development at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas on Jul. 26, 2022. The 960th Cyberspace Wing thanks Chief White for his wisdom, guidance, and support, and wishes him well on his next journey! (U.S. Air Force audio by Kristian Carter)
2023-05-0521 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Ep. 103: Digital Force ProtectionCol. Richard Erredge, commander of the 960th Cyberspace Wing, focuses on Digital Force Protection with Lt. Col. Megan Kell, Capt. Brian Frey and K.C. Erredge at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas on April 1, 2023. The principles of Digital Force Protection set out to safeguard military members and their families against disinformation that might affect them in both the physical and digital domain. (U.S. Air Force audio by Alex Dieguez)
2023-04-0735 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Ep. 102: An Airman's PerspectiveChief Master Sgt. Christopher Howard, Command Chief of the 960th Cyberspace Wing, takes the opportunity to discuss multiple aspects about serving in the Air Force Reserve with Senior Airman Jeremy Wilson of the 426th Network Warfare Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas on February 28, 2023. The topics Howard and Wilson explore include community impact, career development, education, and work-life balance. (U.S. Air Force audio by Alex Dieguez)
2023-03-2724 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Ep. 101: Cyber PrioritiesCol. Richard Erredge, commander of the 960th Cyberspace Wing, speaks with Lt. Gen. Kevin Kennedy, commander of 16th Air Force, about cyber initiatives, strategic goals, talent retention, and some of his own service background at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex on January 6, 2023. Prior to his current assignment, Lt. Gen. Kennedy served at U.S. Cyber Command as the Director of Operations. (U.S. Air Force audio by Alex Dieguez)
2023-03-0323 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Ep. 100: One Hundredth Episode Celebration!Col. Richard Erredge, commander of the 960th Cyberspace Wing, reunites with Chief Master Sgt. Christopher Howard, Samantha Mathison, and Frances Martinez for a special podcast milestone celebration on November 18, 2022, at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas. The group reviews their experience with various guests, highlights their favorite episodes, and discusses the way forward. (U.S. Air Force audio by Alex Dieguez) To our audiences: We thank you for your continued support and look forward to bringing you many more episodes! Go Gladiators!
2023-02-2240 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast New Years Episode 2023: Spiritual ResilienceChaplains Randolph McCafferty and Amy Chandler discuss the meaning and extent of spiritual resilience with First Sergeant Shatasha Estes at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, August 18, 2022. Spiritual Fitness is a component of Comprehensive Airman Fitness. (US Air Force audio by Alex Dieguez)
2023-01-0122 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Leadership Profile Ep. 99: Gen. David GoldfeinIn this special edition of the Sword and Shield, Col. Richard Erredge profiles Gen. David Goldfein, August 16, 2022, at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas. Goldfein was the 21st chief of staff of the Air Force and served 37 years of service. He received the honor of the Order of the Sword in February 2020. (U.S. Air Force audio by Kristian Carter)
2022-11-1431 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Leadership Profile Ep. 98: Lt. Gen. Timothy HaughIn this special edition of the Sword and Shield, Col. Richard Erredge profiles Lt. Gen. Timothy Haugh, April 13, 2022, at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas. Haugh was commander of Sixteenth Air Force and currently serves as deputy commander of Cyber Command. (U.S. Air Force audio by Kristian Carter)
2022-10-1729 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Leadership Profile Ep. 97: Col. Jeffrey PhillipsIn this special edition of the Sword and Shield, Col. Richard Erredge profiles Col. Jeffrey Phillips, commander of the 67th Cyberspace Wing, April 11, 2022, at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas. (U.S. Air Force audio by Kristian Carter)
2022-10-1226 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Leadership Profile Ep. 96: Col. James HewittIn this special edition of the Sword and Shield, Col. Richard Erredge profiles Col. James Hewitt, commander of the 688th Cyberspace Wing, February 24, 2022, at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas. (U.S. Air Force audio by Kristian Carter)
2022-10-0325 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Ep. 94: Resilience, Deployments, and RelationshipsFrances Martinez, 960th Cyberspace Wing director of psychological health, discusses maintaining resilient relationships during deployments and other challenging times with Dr. Viviana Coles, a licensed marriage and family therapist, at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas, June 6 2022. Dr. Coles runs a private practice in Houston. (U.S. Air Force audio by Kristian Carter)
2022-09-2620 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Ep. 95: A Story of ResilienceChaplain (MG) Thomas L. Solhjem shares his personal story of resilience and an encouraging message for those facing difficult times with the 960th Cyberspace Wing's director of psychological health, Frances Martinez, and First Sergeant Shatasha Estes at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas, August 18, 2022. Chaplain Solhjem is the 25th Chief of Chaplains of the Army. (U.S. Air Force audio by Alex Dieguez)
2022-09-2638 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Ep. 93: Introducing the 960th Operations Support FlightCol. Richard Erredge, 960th Cyberspace Wing commander, talks with 960th Operations Support Flight leaders, Lt. Col. Jarvis Croff, commander; Maj. Juan Perez, director of operations; and Senior Master Sgt. Gregory Brown, senior enlisted leader, about their unit's mission July 7, 2022 at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas. (U.S. Air Force audio by Kristian Carter)
2022-08-3028 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Ep. 92: Sexual Assault AwarenessFrances Martinez, 960th Cyberspace Wing director of psychological health, discusses sexual assault awareness with Samantha Mendez, forensic nurse examiner, at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas, June 6, 2022. (U.S. Air Force audio by Kristian Carter)
2022-08-0124 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Episode 91: Development Board Follow-UpCol. Richard Erredge, 960th Cyberspace Wing commander, talks with Lt. Col. Joya Gamara, Air Force Reserve Command 17X functional manager, about the recent officer development board, June 1, 2022, at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas. This episode is a follow-up to the preparation episode published Feb. 28. (U.S. Air Force audio by Kristian Carter)
2022-07-1132 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Ep. 90: Post-Traumatic Stress DisorderFrances Martinez, 960th Cyberspace Wing director of psychological health, discusses post-traumatic stress disorder with Birgit Locklear, licensed clinical social worker and certified trauma therapist, June 16, 2022, at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas. June 27 is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Day. (U.S. Air Force audio by Kristian Carter)
2022-06-2725 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Ep. 89: Mental Health and Security ClearancesFrances Martinez, 960th Cyberspace Wing director of psychological health, discusses seeking mental health assistance and security clearances with Lt. Col. Emily Rucker, 16th Air Force individual mobilization augmentee to the surgeon general, and Master Sgt. Pienta, 16th AF mental health programs manager, May 13, 2022, at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas. (U.S. Air Force audio by Kristian Carter) National Suicide Helpline 800-273-8255 https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
2022-06-1325 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Ep. 88: Mental Health & Resiliency Fair RecapFrances Martinez, 960th Cyberspace Wing director of psychological health, discusses mental health and resiliency with Lt. Col. Emily Rucker, 16th Air Force individual mobilization augmentee to the surgeon general, and Dr. Soad Michelsen, San Antonio Behavioral Healthcare Hospital medical director of outpatient services, May 18, 2022, at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas. This episode is a recap to the unit's May unit training assembly Mental Health & Resiliency Fair. (U.S. Air Force audio by Kristian Carter)
2022-06-0526 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Ep. 87: Introducing the 55th Combat Communications SquadronCol. Richard Erredge, 960th Cyberspace Wing commander, talks with Lt. Col. Colin Williams, 55th Combat Communications Squadron commander, about their unit's mission Feb. 24, 2022 at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas. The 55th CBCS is a geographically separated unit, located at Robins Air Force Base, Ga. (U.S. Air Force audio by Kristian Carter)
2022-05-0927 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Ep. 86: Innovation and Driving ChangeCol. Richard Erredge, 960th Cyberspace Wing commander, discusses innovation and driving change with Tech. Sgt. Daniel Hulter, U.S. Air Force Academy NCO in charge of innovation at Air Force Cyberworx, Feb. 24, 2022, at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas. (U.S. Air Force audio by Kristian Carter)
2022-04-2050 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Ep. 85: Air Force 75th AnniversaryCapt. Jamillah Gonzalez speaks about Air Force history, progress and future as the service recognizes its 75th anniversary this year. (U.S. Air Force audio by Kristian Carter)
2022-04-0507 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Ep. 84: Self Harm AwarenessFrances Martinez, 960th Cyberspace Wing director of psychological health, discusses self harm awareness with Capt. Valerie Martinez, 59th Medical Operations Squadron Mental Health Clinic outpatient psychotherapist, March 3, 27, 2022, at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas. (U.S. Air Force audio by Samantha Mathison)
2022-03-2821 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Ep. 83: Chief Master Sgt. Christopher Howard FarewellCol. Richard Erredge, 960th Cyberspace Wing commander, talks with Chief Master Sgt. Christopher Howard, former 960th Cyberspace Operations Group senior enlisted leader, about his time with the 960th CW, January 25, 2022, at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas. (U.S. Air Force audio by Samantha Mathison)
2022-02-2828 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Ep. 82: Preparing for the Development BoardCol. Richard Erredge, 960th Cyberspace Wing commander, discusses how to prepare for the development board with Lt. Col. Joya Gamara, Air Force Reserve Command 17X functional manager, Feb. 17, 2022, at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas. (U.S. Air Force audio by Kristian Carter)
2022-02-2832 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Ep. 81: Coming to AmericaFrances Martinez, 960th Cyberspace Wing director of psychological health, discusses immigrating to the United States with Master Sgt. Chandler Walker, 960th CW inspector general office, and his wife from South Africa, Amy Jane, Jan. 27, 2022, at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas. (U.S. Air Force audio by Kristian Carter)
2022-02-1724 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Ep. 80: Introducing the 689th Network Operations SquadronChief Master Sgt. Christopher Howard, 960th Cyberspace Operations Group senior enlisted leader, talks with Maj. Erica Fuller, 689th Network Operations Squadron commander, and Maj. Shawn Adams, 689th NOS director of operations, about their unit's mission set and Airmen culture January 13, 2022, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. (U.S. Air Force audio by Samantha Mathison)
2022-01-1721 minSword and Shield PodcastEpisode 79: Year in reviewCol. Rick Erredge, 960th Cyberspace Wing commander, talks with Samantha Mathison, 433rd Airlift Wing public affairs specialist, about the year's happenings in the 960th CW Dec. 9, 2021, at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas. (U.S. Air Force audio by Samantha Mathison)
2021-12-2630 minSword and Shield PodcastEpisode 78: Mentorship stylesChief Master Sgt. Christopher Howard, 960th Cyberspace Operations Group senior enlisted leader, talks with Master Sgts. Shatasha Estes, 960th Cyberspace Wing first sergeant, and Jeanett Vielman, 50th Network Warfare Squadron first sergeant, about mentorship styles and differences in tactics Dec. 2, 2021, at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas. (U.S. Air Force audio by Samantha Mathison)
2021-12-2028 minSword and Shield PodcastEpisode 77: Breadth vs. depthChief Master Sgt. Christopher Howard, 960th Cyberspace Group senior enlisted leader, talks with 960th Cyberspace Wing members Capt. Jamillah Gonzalez, executive officer, and Master Sgt. Shatasha Estes, wing first sergeant, about 'Breadth versus Depth' when considering career goals and objectives at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas, Dec. 2, 2021. (U.S. Air Force audio by Samantha Mathison)
2021-12-1322 minSword and Shield PodcastEpisode 76: Holiday StressChief Master Sgt. Christopher Howard, 960th Cyberspace Group senior enlisted leader, talks with Frances Martinez, 960th Cyberspace Wing director of psychological health, about holiday stress and coping mechanisms Dec. 2, 2021, at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas. (U.S. Air Force audio by Samantha Mathison)
2021-12-0618 minSword and Shield PodcastEpisode 75: Introducing the 50th Network Warfare SquadronChief Master Sgt. Christopher Howard, 960th Cyberspace Operations Group senior enlisted leader, talks with Lt. Col. Eric Stride, 50th Network Warfare Squadron commander, and Lt. Col. Jeremy Leader, former 50th NWS commander, about the job and culture within the 50th NWS, Nov. 18, 2021, at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas. (U.S. Air Force audio by Samantha Mathison)
2021-11-2219 minSword and Shield PodcastEpisode 74: Is it 'Fishing' or 'Phishing?'Chief Master Sgt. Christopher Howard, 960th Cyberspace Operations Group senior enlisted leader, talks with Samantha Mathison, 433rd Airlift Wing public affairs specialist, about what phishing is in the cyber domain, Nov. 4, 2021, at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas. (U.S. Air Force audio by Samantha Mathison)
2021-11-1530 minSword and Shield PodcastEpisode 73: National Veteran and Military Families MonthFrances Martinez, 960th Cyberspace Wing director of psychological health, talks with K.C. Erredge, 960th CW Key Spouse mentor, about National Veteran and Military Families Month, Oct. 28, 2021, at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas. (U.S. Air Force audio by Samantha Mathison)
2021-11-0822 minSword and Shield PodcastEpisode 72: The cyber domainChief Master Sgt. Christopher Howard, 960th Cyberspace Operations Group senior enlisted leader, discusses the cyber domain with Samantha Mathison, 433rd Airlift Wing public affairs specialist, Oct. 21, 2021, at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas. (U.S. Air Force audio by Samantha Mathison)
2021-11-0129 minSword and Shield PodcastEpisode 71: Introducing the 23rd Combat Communications SquadronChief Master Sgt. Christopher Howard, 960th Cyberspace Operations Group senior enlisted leader, talks with Lt. Col. Pauline Harke, 23rd Combat Communications Squadron commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Scott Castillo, 23rd CBCS senior enlisted leader, about their unit and culture Oct. 14, 2021, at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas. (U.S. Air Force audio by Samantha Mathison)
2021-10-2525 minSword and Shield PodcastEpisode 70: Surviving domestic violenceFrances Martinez, 960th Cyberspace Wing director of psychological health, talks with Kayla Hodges, a domestic violence survivor, about how she overcame her experience, Oct. 7, 2021, at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas. (U.S. Air Force audio by Samantha Mathison)
2021-10-1824 minSword and Shield PodcastEpisode 69: Hispanic Heritage MonthChief Master Sgt. Christopher Howard, 960th Cyberspace Operations Group superintendent, discusses Hispanic heritage with Capt. Jamillah Gonzalez, 960th Cyberspace Wing executive officer, and Tech. Sgt. Christopher Almaraz, 854th Combat Operations Squadron strategy, plans and policy division, Oct. 7, 2021, at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas. (U.S. Air Force audio by Samantha Mathison)
2021-10-1228 minSword and Shield PodcastEpisode 68: The new Airman experienceChief Master Sgt. Christopher Howard, 960th Cyberspace Operations Group superintendent, talks to Airman Amari Chisholm, 960th COG command support staff, Sept. 30, 2021, about her experience going through basic training and technical school at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas. (U.S. Air Force audio by Samantha Mathison)
2021-10-0421 minSword and Shield PodcastSword and Shield Podcast Ep 35: Command chief's farewellChief Master Sgts. Brian Bischoff, 960th Cyberspace Wing command chief, and Christopher Howard, 960th Cyberspace Operations Group superintendent, discuss Bischoff's time as the first AFRC cyberspace wing command chief as he offers parting words of wisdom Jan. 31, 2021, at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas. (U.S. Air Force audio by Samantha Mathison)
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