Mako Minute

482d Fighter Wing
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A monthly command information podcast from the 482d Fighter Wing at Homestead ARB, Florida, featuring leadership perspectives, unit updates, and Airman-focused interviews.

Episodes

  1. Aug 20

    Mako Minute Episode 6: Wing Updates and Introducing the New Command Chief

    In this episode, 482d Fighter Wing Commander Col. Brandon M. Kelly shares updates from around the Wing during Custer's Corner before welcoming the Wing's new Command Chief, Chief Master Sgt. Kelly Kruger. During the conversation, Chief Kruger reflects on her Air Force career, shares the experiences that shaped her as a leader and discusses the leadership philosophy she brings to the 482d Fighter Wing. She also talks about the importance of taking care of Airmen, building trust and fostering a culture that supports mission success. The Mako Minute is produced by the 482d Fighter Wing Public Affairs Office to keep Reserve Airmen, families and community members informed about the people, priorities and missions of the 482d Fighter Wing.

  2. Apr 9

    Mako Minute - Ep05: Custer’s Corner with Wing Leadership and Fire Safety with 482d Firefighters

    The latest episode of the Mako Minute brings leadership perspective and mission focus together in one conversation. Col. Brandon M. Kelly is joined by Deputy Wing Commander Col. Tavis C. Powell in Custer’s Corner to discuss priorities across the 482d Fighter Wing. The episode also features an interview with Tech. Sgt. Christopher Taylor and Master Sgt. Tremayne Woods from the 482d Fire Department. They discuss fire safety, emergency response and the critical role firefighters play in protecting personnel, resources and mission capability at Homestead Air Reserve Base. The Mako Minute is produced by the 482d Fighter Wing Public Affairs Office.

  3. 12/10/2025

    Mako Minute Ep 04: Custer’s Corner and interview with Master Sgt. Sylvia Carrillo

    This episode of the Mako Minute features Col. Brandon M. Kelly in Custer’s Corner and an interview with Master Sgt. Sylvia Carrillo, who highlights the lesser-known side of Finance, from currency exchange to how Finance supports every mission requirement.

  4. 08/01/2025

    Mako Minute - Ep. 3 - New Command Chief & Farewell to Col Simmons

    Col Kelly introduces the 482d Fighter Wing’s new Command Chief, CMSgt Karie A. Contreras, and interviews the outgoing Deputy Commander, retired Col Craig Simmons.

  5. 06/18/2025

    Mako Minute - Ep. 2 - Interview with Capt Chism.mp3

    Capt Chism shares her leadership experience, career insights, and advice for Airmen in this second episode of Mako Minute.

  6. 05/21/2025

    Mako Minute – Ep. 1

    In the debut episode of Mako Minute, Col. Brandon Kelly shares command updates and priorities for every Mako Airman in a segment called Custer’s Corner. Later, TSgt Paul Cook interviews SMSgt Thomas Kelley from the 482d Force Support Squadron to highlight career development tools and services available to reservists.

  • 6 Episodes

About

A monthly command information podcast from the 482d Fighter Wing at Homestead ARB, Florida, featuring leadership perspectives, unit updates, and Airman-focused interviews.

Information

  • Creator
    482d Fighter Wing
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © DVIDSHub.net
  • Show Website
    Mako Minute