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The Tier1 Podcast welcomes Fred Baker, an Air Force SMU (Special Missions Unit) veteran and Tier1 Combat Controller (CCT), to the live show for an in-depth conversation on elite special operations and joint mission execution.
In this live episode, Fred breaks down his experience inside Air Force Special Operations, the realities of operating at the Tier1 level, and what it takes to work alongside Army and Navy special mission units. The discussion covers selection standards, operational culture, leadership expectations, and the mindset required to perform in high-risk environments.
This episode provides rare insight into Air Force SMU operations, Combat Controllers, and how joint special operations forces function at the highest level.
Subscribe to the Tier1 Podcast for live and recorded conversations with veterans, operators, and leaders on special operations, military history, leadership, and discipline.
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Cloud Defensive – 30 percent off with code TIER1
Cloud Defensive matches 15 percent of each purchase to donate to the C.A.T. II Foundation for law enforcement training
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Live production support and livestreams
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Support the Show
Patreon, officially sponsored by Cobalt Kinetics
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Official Tier1 Podcast Merchandise
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By Brent Tucker5
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The Tier1 Podcast welcomes Fred Baker, an Air Force SMU (Special Missions Unit) veteran and Tier1 Combat Controller (CCT), to the live show for an in-depth conversation on elite special operations and joint mission execution.
In this live episode, Fred breaks down his experience inside Air Force Special Operations, the realities of operating at the Tier1 level, and what it takes to work alongside Army and Navy special mission units. The discussion covers selection standards, operational culture, leadership expectations, and the mindset required to perform in high-risk environments.
This episode provides rare insight into Air Force SMU operations, Combat Controllers, and how joint special operations forces function at the highest level.
Subscribe to the Tier1 Podcast for live and recorded conversations with veterans, operators, and leaders on special operations, military history, leadership, and discipline.
Sponsors
Elevated Silence – 15 percent off with code TIER1
https://elevatedsilence.com
Brotherhood Blades – 10 percent off with code TIER1
https://brotherhoodblades.com
Cloud Defensive – 30 percent off with code TIER1
Cloud Defensive matches 15 percent of each purchase to donate to the C.A.T. II Foundation for law enforcement training
https://clouddefensive.com
Venjenz – 15 percent off with code TIER1
https://venjenz.com
Combat Solutions Group Industries | KingPixMedia
Live production support and livestreams
https://www.twitch.tv/kingpixmedia
Support the Show
Patreon, officially sponsored by Cobalt Kinetics
https://patreon.com/tier1podcast
Official Tier1 Podcast Merchandise
https://frcc.shop

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