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.

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