Sword and Shield Podcast

960th Cyberspace Wing AFRC

Sword and Shield is a podcast developed by the 960th Cyberspace Wing, which is the only cyberspace wing in Air Force Reserve Command. Topics are dedicated to the latest events and happenings in the unit, along with insight, knowledge, mentorship and some fun. Any questions, comments or concerns should be directed to the 960th CW Public Affairs office at 960cw.pa.pa@us.af.mil. read less

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Sword and Shield Podcast Ep. 109: Deep Dive with the Krakens

Sword and Shield Podcast Ep. 109: Deep Dive with the Krakens

Chief 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)

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Sword and Shield Podcast Ep. 109: Deep Dive with the Krakens

Sword and Shield Podcast Ep. 109: Deep Dive with the Krakens

Chief 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)

Sword and Shield Podcast Ep. 108: Forgiveness

Sword and Shield Podcast Ep. 108: Forgiveness

Frances 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)

Sword and Shield Podcast Ep. 107: Resiliency Integrators

Sword and Shield Podcast Ep. 107: Resiliency Integrators

Chief 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)

Sword and Shield Podcast Ep. 106: Conflict Resolution

Sword and Shield Podcast Ep. 106: Conflict Resolution

Frances 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)

Sword and Shield Podcast Ep. 105: The Value of Airmen

Sword and Shield Podcast Ep. 105: The Value of Airmen

Chief 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)

Sword and Shield Podcast Ep. 104: AFRC Command Chief Timothy White

Sword and Shield Podcast Ep. 104: AFRC Command Chief Timothy White

In 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)

Sword and Shield Podcast Ep. 103: Digital Force Protection

Sword and Shield Podcast Ep. 103: Digital Force Protection

Col. 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)

Sword and Shield Podcast Ep. 102: An Airman's Perspective

Sword and Shield Podcast Ep. 102: An Airman's Perspective

Chief 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)

Sword and Shield Podcast Ep. 101: Cyber Priorities

Sword and Shield Podcast Ep. 101: Cyber Priorities

Col. 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)

Sword and Shield Podcast Ep. 100: One Hundredth Episode Celebration!

Sword 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!

Sword and Shield Podcast New Years Episode 2023: Spiritual Resilience

Sword and Shield Podcast New Years Episode 2023: Spiritual Resilience

Chaplains 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)

Sword and Shield Podcast Leadership Profile Ep. 99: Gen. David Goldfein

In 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)

Sword and Shield Podcast Leadership Profile Ep. 98: Lt. Gen. Timothy Haugh

In 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)

Sword and Shield Podcast Leadership Profile Ep. 97: Col. Jeffrey Phillips

In 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)

Sword and Shield Podcast Leadership Profile Ep. 96: Col. James Hewitt

In 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)

Sword and Shield Podcast Ep. 94: Resilience, Deployments, and Relationships

Sword and Shield Podcast Ep. 94: Resilience, Deployments, and Relationships

Frances 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)

Sword and Shield Podcast Ep. 95: A Story of Resilience

Sword and Shield Podcast Ep. 95: A Story of Resilience

Chaplain (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)

Sword and Shield Podcast Ep. 93: Introducing the 960th Operations Support Flight

Sword and Shield Podcast Ep. 93: Introducing the 960th Operations Support Flight

Col. 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)

Sword and Shield Podcast Ep. 92: Sexual Assault Awareness

Sword and Shield Podcast Ep. 92: Sexual Assault Awareness

Frances 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)

Sword and Shield Podcast Episode 91: Development Board Follow-Up

Sword and Shield Podcast Episode 91: Development Board Follow-Up

Col. 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)