Covering observations from the field as Brigade Support Battalions and Division Sustainment Support Battalions train for large scale combat operations (LSCO). Additional content from discussions with Senior Leaders and interested parties to improve the understanding of tactical sustainment.
Episodes
Tuesday Mar 07, 2023
TOC Responsibilities During Base Defense
Tuesday Mar 07, 2023
Tuesday Mar 07, 2023
- Staff roles and Responsibilities
- Force Protection Working group TTPs
- Incorporating medical considerations into base defense
Monday Feb 27, 2023
Interview with the 916th Support Brigade Commander
Monday Feb 27, 2023
Monday Feb 27, 2023
In episode 30 of “The Dirt Logistician” podcast, The Goldminer and Wagoneer team MAJ Kenneth Slaton (Wagoneer 05 DSSB/CSSB SPO trainer) and MAJ James Rainey (Gold Miner 03 Operations trainer) had the pleasure of interviewing COL Cedric D. Gaskin. Commander of 916 Sustainment Brigade at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin CA.
Key Topics:
Leader collaboration at echelon
The importance of being yourself as a professional
Working hard and not wasting time
Thursday Feb 16, 2023
Convoys (Part 1): Convoy Preparation
Thursday Feb 16, 2023
Thursday Feb 16, 2023
In Episode 29 of the Dirt Logistician, two Goldminer Team company trainers, CPT Jonathan Shannon and MSG Corey Sommerville, discuss the keys to success and some tips for preparing for a successful, safe, and efficient LOGPAC convoy.
Key Topics include:
- Staff, Company, and Convoy Leadership Roles and Responsibilities
- Planning and Coordination
- Managing convoy loading and marshalling
- PCCs and PCIs
- Refinement
Thursday Jan 26, 2023
Interview with the Battalion Commander of 47th BSB
Thursday Jan 26, 2023
Thursday Jan 26, 2023
In Episode 28 of The Dirt Logistician, MAJ James Rainey (Goldminer 03, BSB S3 Trainer) discusses Rotation 22-10 with LTC McFerrin “Mac” McDonald (47th BSB Battalion Commander).
Key topics include:
- Training progression/preparation for Rotation 22-10
- Development of junior staff personnel
- FTCP/CTCP composition
- Managing parts flow through displacement and personnel shortages
- Base defense
- Advice to units coming to NTC for future rotations
Thursday Jan 05, 2023
Interview with the Wagoneer Team DSSB/CSSB Trainer
Thursday Jan 05, 2023
Thursday Jan 05, 2023
In Episode 27 of The Dirt Logistician, LTC Stacy Moore (Goldminer 07, Senior Sustainment Trainer) discusses how to succeed when rotational Unit come to NTC with MAJ Jennifer Guerra (Wagoneer 02, Senior DSSB/CSSB Trainer).
Key topics include:
- Communication among staff
- Establishing role and responsibilities
- Nesting with your Higher Headquarter
- Staff synchronization
Thursday Sep 29, 2022
Thursday Sep 29, 2022
In Episode 26 of The Dirt Logistician, CW4 Sorepa Thomas (Goldminer 29 (Ancient), SSA and Material Management Trainer) discusses Rotation 22-04 with CW2 Nelson Dawson (1ID Sustainment Brigade Supply Systems Tech) and WO1 Stephen Valentine (299 BSB SSA Accountable Officer).
Key topics include:
- Primary mission of the attached Supply and Services branch from 1ID Sustainment Brigade
- Role of the Supply and Services branch in deploying the 299BSB SSA to NTC
- Lessons learned that can help to prepare SSAs for NTC Rotations
Wednesday Sep 21, 2022
Interview with the FSC Commander of I FSC, 1-18 IN
Wednesday Sep 21, 2022
Wednesday Sep 21, 2022
In Episode 25 of The Dirt Logistician, CPT Joseph Tereniak (Tarantula 17 (Ancient), Forward Support Company Trainer) discusses Rotation 22-04 with CPT Jacquelyn Lockard (I FSC Commander).
Key topics include:
- Training focus areas prior to Rotation 22-04
- How to maximize opportunities during RSO&I
- TTPs for establishing communications capabilities within the FSC
- Challenges the FSC faced during Rotation 22-04
- Preparations for transitions between battle periods
- How FSC Commanders can maximize working out of the FTCP
Thursday Sep 08, 2022
Interview with the Battalion Commander of 3D RSS
Thursday Sep 08, 2022
Thursday Sep 08, 2022
In Episode 24 of The Dirt Logistician, LTC Stacy Moore (Goldminer 07, Senior Sustainment Trainer) discusses Rotation 22-07 with LTC Octavia Davis (3D RSS Battalion Commander).
Key topics include:
- Training Progression for Rotation 22-07
- Methods of training at home station without taking the entire formation to the field
- Augmentation of logistics assets across the battlefield during Rotation 22-07
- Preparation and execution of the BSA Live Fire
- How prior OC/T experiences shape thoughts on training management and leadership
Thursday Sep 01, 2022
Interview with the Brigade Executive Officer of 3ABCT, 1CAV
Thursday Sep 01, 2022
Thursday Sep 01, 2022
In Episode 23 of The Dirt Logistician, LTC Stacy Moore (Goldminer 07, Senior Sustainment Trainer) discusses Rotation 22-04 with MAJ Shawn Scott (Brigade Executive Officer of 3ABCT, 1CAV).
Key topics include:
- The role of the Brigade XO within the Brigade’s Sustainment Enterprise
- The organization of the Brigade Main Command Post
- Training Progression for Rotation 22-04
- Maintenance Management at the Brigade XO level
Wednesday Aug 24, 2022
Interview with the 6th Battalion, 3D SFAB Commander
Wednesday Aug 24, 2022
Wednesday Aug 24, 2022
In Episode 22 of The Dirt Logistician, LTC Stacy Moore (Goldminer 07, Senior Sustainment Trainer) discusses Rotation 22-04 with LTC Chris McLean (Commander of 6BN, 3SFAB).
Key topics include:
- The differences of Rotation 22-04 from a standard NTC Rotation
- The Role of 3SFAB as advisors to 2/1 ID during Rotation 22-04
- Advisory mechanisms used by 3SFAB during Rotation 22-04
- Balancing internal and external requirements
- Training progression for Rotation 22-04