The Dirt Logistician

Goldminer Team

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.

  1. JAN 21

    Post Rotation Interview with A/2BSB Commander (Rotation 25-11)

    CPT Jordan Savage (GM37) interviews CPT Roberto Gurrola (Commander A/2BSB) on how he was able to train his company prior to their rotation and best practices during Rotation 25-11.

    28 min

  2. 10/08/2025

    Surgical Futility and Transfusion Triage in Large Scale Combat Operations

    MAJ David Johnson, GM24 (Ancient), conducts an interview with LTC Josh Corsa, 367 Forward Resuscitative Surgical Detachment (FRSD), to discuss surgical futility and transfusion triage in LSCO post NTC Rotation 25-08.

    30 min

  3. 09/17/2025

    Sustaining the Division Fight: Post Rotation Interview with COL Charles Montgomery, 1DSB Commander (ROT 25-03)

    In episode 51, GM07(A), COL Octavia Davis, interviews 1DSB Commander, COL Charles Montgomery, after his Brigade's participation in the Division Rotation.

    35 min

  4. 09/03/2025

    Post Rotation Interview with 101 BSB SPO and 1/16 IN BN XO (ROT 25-04)

    In episode 50 of the Dirt Logistician, GM05 MAJ Bocklage interviews the 101 BSB SPO, MAJ Hughes, and 1/16IN BN XO, MAJ Gutierrez, with 1/1ID following the end of the rotation 25-04.   Key topics include: Maneuver battalion XO role in sustainment operations. Sustainment across dispersed BSA. Lessons learned from rotation 25-04.

    33 min

  5. 05/05/2025

    Post Rotation Interview with 206th Maintenance Surge Team (ROT 24-11)

    Description: In episode 49 of the Dirt Logistician, GM26 (CPT Leggett) interviews the 206th Maintenance Surge Team (MST) Platoon leader, 1LT Wilcox,  Automotive Warrant Officer, CW2 Morgan, and Maintenance Surge Team Platoon Sergeant, SFC Tapia, following the end of the rotation.   Key Topics Include: MST integration into the BCT’s fight Execution of TLPS Lessons learned from rotation 24-11

    16 min

  6. 04/14/2025

    Roles of NCOs in LRP Operations

    In episode 48 of the Dirt Logistician, Wagoneer 11A(A) (MSG Robinson), Panther 17A (MSG Bryant) and Tarantula 17B (SFC Kitt) discuss an overview of the roles of NCOs when executing LRPs. Key topics include: Overview of NCO responsibilities in LOGSTATs Responsibilities at LRPs Service Station vs Tailgate Resupply Methods Recommended NCO involvement in planning process

    27 min

  7. 10/02/2024

    NCO Roles in the Division LOGPAC

    In episode 46 of the Dirt Logistician, WAG 11A (MSG Robinson), GM 37A(A) (MSG Cardoza) and WAG 12A(A) (SFC Benavides) discuss best practices when preparing for the Division LOGPAC at the DSA and receiving the Division LOGPAC at the BSA. Key topics include: Overview of NCO involvement from receipt of mission to execution of the Division LOGPAC at the DSA Best practices for receiving the Division LOGPAC at the BSA Importance of NCO involvement in planning and execution of the Division LOGPAC The importance of communication between the CSSB/DSSB and the BSB

    20 min

  8. 09/09/2024

    Post-Rotation Interview with the 3/1 AD Brigade Maintenance Tech

    In episode 45 of the Dirt Logistician, GM25 (CW4 Dougan) interviews the Brigade Maintenance Technician of 3/1 Armor Division, CW4 Sanders, following the end of the rotation.   Key Topics Include:   Incorporating lessons learned from previous rotations to upcoming rotation Improving maintenance processes and procedures at home station and building upon them during the NTC rotation Usage of maintenance surge teams at NTC Importance of ISSL inventories and replenishment prior to NTC rotations The impact of manufactured repair parts on Brigade maintenance

    26 min
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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.

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  • Creator
    Goldminer Team
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    59
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Goldminer Team
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