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Invasion of Sicily (Operation Husky)
In this episode, we explore Operation Husky—the critical Allied invasion of Sicily during World War II. This ambitious campaign combined airborne assaults, massive amp...
Cradle of Revolution, Crosshairs of War: Iran’s 50-Year Descent
In this powerful episode, we examine Iran’s descent from monarchy to theocracy—and its rise as a global sponsor of terror and proxy warfare. With the recent U.S. airst...
The Bradley Fighting Vehicle: Versatility in Combat
This episode dives deep into the Bradley Fighting Vehicle, a cornerstone of modern mechanized infantry forces. From its development during the Cold War to address grow...
The F-35 Lightning II: Multi-Role Dominance
In this episode, we explore the remarkable journey of the F-35 Lightning II, a cutting-edge fighter aircraft that has reshaped the landscape of modern aerial combat. B...
Ctrl+Alt+Combat: Drones at War
In this episode of Trackpads, we explore the fascinating, and sometimes unsettling, evolution of drone warfare. We take you from the early days of clunky prototypes to...
Leadership Traits from the Battlefield to the Boardroom
In this episode, we explore powerful leadership lessons drawn directly from military experience and examine how these battlefield-proven traits effectively translate i...
The Turning Point at Midway
This episode of Track Pads brings to life the decisive events of the Battle of Midway, a turning point in the Pacific Theater of World War Two. Listeners will hear how...
First Line of Defense: The Tragic Story of Task Force Smith at Osan
In this podcast episode, we dive deep into the harrowing story of Task Force Smith, America's initial response to the North Korean invasion during the Korean War. List...
F-22 Raptor: Apex Predator
The F-22 Raptor isn’t just a fighter jet—it’s an apex predator in the sky, built to dominate any airspace with stealth, speed, and cutting-edge technology. Born from C...
Shaping Warriors: Inside U.S. Military Boot Camp
Basic training is where civilians are transformed into warriors, pushing their physical and mental limits to prepare for military service. Each branch of the U.S. mili...
Hell on Heartbreak Ridge
Today, we're tackling one of the most grueling fights of the Korean War—Heartbreak Ridge. What was supposed to be a swift offensive turned into a brutal, month-long st...
The Silent Service of WW2
In this episode, we take you deep into the world of the Silent Service—America’s undersea warriors of World War II. From the early struggles with limited intelligence ...
Thermopylae: The Last Stand That Changed History
In this episode of Trackpads, I bring the Battle of Thermopylae to life, narrating the legendary last stand of King Leonidas and his warriors as they faced the overwhe...
The Battle of Corregidor
Hello everyone, welcome to this week’s episode taking you to the Battle of Corregidor, fought on May 5-6, 1942, in Manila Bay’s rocky fortress. Picture 13,000 American...
Desert Storm: Modern Combat Redefined
In this podcast episode, we take you through the key lessons of Operation Desert Storm, narrating the full article for those who prefer to listen on the go. From the g...
The Battle for Mosul
In this episode, I take you through the gripping and brutal nine-month battle for Mosul, one of the most intense urban warfare campaigns in modern history. You’ll hear...
The Psychology of Leadership Under Fire
In this episode of Trackpads, I take you through the psychology of leadership under fire, exploring what it takes to make critical decisions in the heat of battle. Lea...
The Battle of Saint Mihiel
In this episode of the Trackpads Podcast, I take you through the Battle of Saint-Mihiel, the first major independent offensive led by the American Expeditionary Forces...
USS Enterprise: The First Nuclear Aircraft Carrier
In this episode of Trackpads, I take you through the incredible history of the USS Enterprise (CVN-65), the world’s first nuclear-powered aircraft carrier. From its gr...
The Second Battle of Fallujah
Hey everyone, welcome to this week’s episode where we’re diving into the Second Battle of Fallujah, fought from November seven to December twenty three, two thousand f...
The SR-Seventy One Blackbird: Chariot of the Gods
In this episode of Trackpads Military Newsletter, I take you on a deep dive into the legendary SR-71 Blackbird—the fastest jet ever built. From its origins as a Cold W...
The Battle of Leyte Gulf
The largest naval battle in history wasn’t just a clash of warships—it was a battle that shaped the future of the Pacific. The Battle of Leyte Gulf was the Imperial Ja...
Women in Combat: A Historical Perspective
Throughout history, women have defied expectations and broken barriers on the battlefield, from ancient warrior queens to modern-day combat soldiers. In this episode o...
The Battle of Khe Sanh: A Siege in the Highlands
In this podcast episode, I narrate the gripping tale of the Battle of Khe Sanh, a 77-day siege in 1968 where 6,000 U.S. Marines faced off against a North Vietnamese fo...
The Vietnam War: Americas War
In this episode of Trackpads, I take a deep dive into one of America’s most complex and controversial conflicts—the Vietnam War. Narrating directly from the latest new...
The P-51 Mustang: King of the Skies
In this episode of Trackpads, I take you through the story of the P-51 Mustang, the fighter that reshaped the skies of World War II. From its rapid development by Nort...
George Washington: The General Who Built a Nation
In this episode, I take you through the incredible military leadership of George Washington, narrating the full article for those who prefer to listen on the go. We ex...
The Art of War by Sun Tzu: Timeless Leadership Lessons
In this episode, I bring The Art of War to life, narrating the latest Trackpads Military Newsletter article exploring Sun Tzu’s timeless strategies. From the chaos of ...
Armored Evolution: A History of Steel and Strategy
In this episode of the Trackpads Military Podcast, we explore the incredible evolution of tanks and their enduring impact on military strategy. From the crude yet rev...
Titans of the Seas: The Rise, Dominance, and Legacy of Battleships
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating history of battleships—iconic symbols of naval power that shaped military strategies and global conflicts. From their ori...
