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• S6 E5 - Rob Zackery — Calling the Fight, Building the Team

  🎙️ From calling in airstrikes with Green Berets and Rangers to leading Airmen across the globe, Rob Zackery’s career as an Air Force TACP is one of purpose, adaptability, and impact. In this episode, Rob shares what it takes to step into any team room and earn trust — not by rank or reputation, but by performance.He reflects on his early combat deployments, including Afghanistan in 2001, the push-pull of old-school and new-school warfighting, and how humanity often shows up in the unlikeliest places. As he climbed the ranks, Rob talks about shifting from trigger-puller to team builder, what real leadership requires, and why creating the right environment matters more than any title.Now a leadership consultant and advocate for underserved youth, veterans, and incarcerated populations, Rob continues to serve — by investing in people, one conversation at a time.Earn trust. Share lessons. Lead with purpose. Listen now.#SOFcast #QuietProfessionals #TACP #Leadership #SpecialOperations #VeteranVoices #HumanMoreThanHardware

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• S6 E4 - Jariko Denman - Standards, Legacy, and Life Beyond the Regiment

  SOFcast | Season 6, Episode 4: Jariko Denman — Standards, Legacy, and Life Beyond the Regiment🎙️ From being “the demon cadre” at RIP to advising Hollywood directors and embedded reporting in Kabul, Ranger veteran Jariko Denman brings unapologetic honesty and hard-won wisdom to SOFcast. In this wide-ranging episode, Jariko shares what made him choose the Ranger Regiment, how strong leadership shaped his path, and why the right first team can make or break a career.He opens up about the pressure of sustaining elite standards, the toll of years at war, and the challenge of transitioning to civilian life. Whether discussing hazing, mental health, or finding freedom through creative work, Jariko reminds us that service is hard for a reason — and life after it can still be forged with purpose.This is a story about legacy, growth, and continuing to earn it, even when the uniform comes off. Earn your place. Then pass it on. Listen now.#SOFcast #RangerRegiment #QuietProfessionals #VeteranVoices #PostMilitaryLife #Leadership #SpecialOperations

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• S6 E3 - Nick Lavery - Choosing to Fight Forward

  SOFcast | Season 6, Episode 3: Nick Lavery — Choosing to Fight Forward🎙️ Few stories embody the spirit of SOF like Nick Lavery’s.The first Green Beret to return to combat as an above-the-knee amputee, Nick shares his incredible journey of resilience, mindset, and service — and how his fight didn’t end with recovery. Now an author, speaker, and mentor to warriors and leaders across the country, Nick talks about legacy, leadership, and why choosing to get better every single day is the real victory.From the team room to the sidelines of pro sports teams, Nick’s mission is clear: empower others to build their own path to excellence.Pain is inevitable. Progress is a choice. Listen now.#SOFcast #USSOCOM #QuietProfessionals #Resilience #Leadership #ObjectiveSecure

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• S6 E2 - Melissa Johnson - Accelerating Innovation for SOF

  SOFcast | Season 6, Episode 2: Melissa Johnson — Accelerating Innovation for SOF🎙️ How do you rapidly deliver cutting-edge gear and tech to the world’s most agile warriors?USSOCOM Acquisition Executive Melissa Johnson joins SOFcast to pull back the curtain on how her team connects the team room to the tech world — fielding solutions faster, smarter, and closer to the fight.From counter-UAS breakthroughs to partnering with small businesses and startups, Melissa explains why investing in relationships and removing bureaucracy is key to giving SOF operators the decisive edge.This episode is a must-listen for anyone in the SOF enterprise, the defense industry, or anyone who believes speed and innovation save lives.Accelerate the mission. Field the future. Listen now.#SOFcast #USSOCOM #SpecialOperations #Acquisition #Innovation #QuietProfessionals

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• Season 6 Premier - GEN Bryan Fenton & CSM Shane Shorter - USSOCOM Command Team

  SOFcast | Season 6 Premiere: GEN Bryan Fenton & CSM Shane Shorter🎙️ SOF is purpose-built for exactly what our Nation demands: unmatched agility, readiness, and lethality — fueled by our people. In this powerful season opener, GEN Bryan Fenton and CSM Shane Shorter reflect on leading U.S. Special Operations Command, the relentless pursuit of excellence, and the enduring truth that humans are more important than hardware. They share how investing in our people ensures SOF remains ready today, stronger tomorrow, and prepared to contribute to America's future beyond the battlefield. This is more than readiness. This is national advantage — powered by quiet professionals.Tune in as the next chapter of SOFcast begins.#SOFcast #USSOCOM #SpecialOperations #QuietProfessionals #Leadership #ReadyTodayStrongerTomorrow

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