The Afterburn Podcast

John "Rain" Waters
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Strap in the cockpit as we dive into the stories of the men and women who defend the freedoms we love. From the cockpit of military jets to boots on the ground. The Afterburn Podcast dives into their stories, the planes, and the missions. For Advertising Opportunities or more information visit: https://theafterburnpodcast.com/

  1. F-16 Bombing Accident, KC-46 Grounded, Su-57 Stop in Iran & More

    1 DAY AGO

    F-16 Bombing Accident, KC-46 Grounded, Su-57 Stop in Iran & More

    The Afterburn Podcast

    13 min
  2. Suppression of Enemy Air Defense (SEAD) Introduction

    2 DAYS AGO

    Suppression of Enemy Air Defense (SEAD) Introduction

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    16 min
  3. #127 Brad Thomas | Surviving Black Hawk Down Inside Look | Ranger Regiment - Delta Force

    21 FEB

    #127 Brad Thomas | Surviving Black Hawk Down Inside Look | Ranger Regiment - Delta Force

    The Afterburn Podcast

    1h 20m
  4. "There I was..." with Brad Thomas

    20 FEB · BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    "There I was..." with Brad Thomas

    "There I was..." is a special segment where guests share unique, untold stories—moments you'd only hear in a squadron bar. Now available on Patreon, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and BogiDope Members, this exclusive Afterburn Podcast series delivers unparalleled insights into military aviation. https://www.patreon.com/theafterburnpodcast⁠ | http://bogidope.com/?bd=tappodcast In this episode, Brad Thomas, former 3rd Ranger Battalion and Delta Force Operator, recounts a surprise visit with General Downing as he prepared to jump into Haiti for an invasion that never happened.

    6 min
  5. J-20 Beast Mode, Navy Crash & Chernobyl Drone Strike | The Lowdown

    19 FEB

    J-20 Beast Mode, Navy Crash & Chernobyl Drone Strike | The Lowdown

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    7 min
  6. #126 Derek 'Woody' Oaks – C-130 to A-10 | Combat Flying & Leadership

    16 FEB

    #126 Derek 'Woody' Oaks – C-130 to A-10 | Combat Flying & Leadership

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    1h 38m
  7. "There I was..." with "Woody" Oaks

    13 FEB • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    "There I was..." with "Woody" Oaks

    "There I was..." is a special segment where guests share unique, untold stories—moments you'd only hear in a squadron bar. Now available on Patreon, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and BogiDope Members, this exclusive Afterburn Podcast series delivers unparalleled insights into military aviation. https://www.patreon.com/theafterburnpodcast⁠ | http://bogidope.com/?bd=tappodcast In this episode, Col (Ret) Derek "Woody" Oaks recounts his first combat mission, where he was unexpectedly tasked with dropping ordnance under intense pressure. Arriving late to a deployment, he found himself flying as a wingman to an experienced commander, only to be assigned the responsibility of taking out an enemy position under fire. His initial mistakes, self-doubt, and the powerful leadership lesson he received that day shaped his entire approach to flying, mentorship, and command.

    5 min
  8. Frankenstein F-35 - Marine Corps F-35 Shakeup - U.S. Official Caught Selling Secrets to China

    12 FEB

    Frankenstein F-35 - Marine Corps F-35 Shakeup - U.S. Official Caught Selling Secrets to China

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    15 min
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Strap in the cockpit as we dive into the stories of the men and women who defend the freedoms we love. From the cockpit of military jets to boots on the ground. The Afterburn Podcast dives into their stories, the planes, and the missions. For Advertising Opportunities or more information visit: https://theafterburnpodcast.com/

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  • Creator
    John "Rain" Waters
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    269
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © John "Rain" Waters
  • Show Website
    The Afterburn Podcast
  • Provider
    John Waters

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