The LOGSTAT: Minutemen Sustainment

Episode #74: In this episode, MAJ Denaro meets with LTC Jesse A. Pena to discuss updates to DA PAM 600-3 and the broader Sustainment Leader Development Program (SLDP). This revision provides clearer developmental requirements and ensures that officers serving in critical sustainment positions possess the appropriate technical and operational experience. This is the first episode in a two-part series covering updates to DA PAM 600-3. ASPB Website: https://www.army.mil/armysustainment Line of Departure Website: https://www.lineofdeparture.army.mil/ The LOGSTAT Audio Podcast DVIDS: https://www.dvidshub.net/podcast/652/the-logstat The LOGSTAT Video Podcast DVIDS: https://www.dvidshub.net/podcast/679/the-logstat-video-podcast ASU LOGPRO Website: https://asu.army.mil/logpro/

Episode #73: MAJ Denaro meets with CW5 Nicholas T. Laferte and CW3 Kirra L. Olson to discuss the CASCOM Vanguard Voice Warrant Officer Campaign and how it will challenge WOs to become more visible, more engaged, and more influential with the expertise they've always possessed. This is the first episode in a year-long campaign focused on redefining the Army Sustainment Warrant Officer as a vocal subject matter expert and proactive problem preventer. ASPB Website: https://www.army.mil/armysustainment Line of Departure Website: https://www.lineofdeparture.army.mil/ The LOGSTAT Audio Podcast DVIDS: https://www.dvidshub.net/podcast/652/the-logstat The LOGSTAT Video Podcast DVIDS: https://www.dvidshub.net/podcast/679/the-logstat-video-podcast

Episode #72: What does Army maintenance look like on the future battlefield? In this episode, MAJ Denaro meets with Mr. Jeffrey A. Martin to discuss Multi-Domain Operations Maintenance (MDO-M) and how the concept could transform the way the Army repairs, sustains, and generates combat power. As a retired Chief Warrant Officer Five with 50 collective years of Army maintenance experience, Mr. Martin shares his perspective on why the current maintenance model must evolve and what MDO-M could mean for Soldiers, commanders, and readiness. ASPB Website: https://www.army.mil/armysustainment Line of Departure Website: https://www.lineofdeparture.army.mil/ The LOGSTAT Audio Podcast DVIDS: https://www.dvidshub.net/podcast/652/the-logstat

Episode #71: This podcast launched on February 18, 2025, and CPT Garett Pyle has been the voice with 72 published episodes with just under 2,800 minutes of content. Each week we analyzed new developments, discussed current trends, and forged the path ahead for the next generation of sustainment Soldiers. Now it is time for CPT Pyle to pass the torch to the next Sustainment Center of Excellence Harding Fellow, MAJ Steven Denaro. On this episode they conduct their hand-over where CPT Pyle welcomes MAJ Denaro to the position and CPT Pyle provides some wisdom from his experience as the Harding Fellow. Video Podcast Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-logstat-video-podcast/id6798727025 Video Podcast DVIDS Link: https://www.dvidshub.net/podcast/679/the-logstat-video-podcast

Episode #70: For anyone who could not attend Sustainment Week 2026 in person, CPT Garett Pyle brings some of the various table set ups to you. He meets with various leaders who highlight some of the initiatives and technologies they are bringing to the force. Be sure to check out the video version of this episode using the links below to get the full experience. Video Podcast Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-logstat-video-podcast/id6798727025 Video Podcast DVIDS Link: https://www.dvidshub.net/podcast/679/the-logstat-video-podcast

Episode #69: Closing out our Senior Leader engagements during the Sustainment Week 2026 miniseries, CPT Garett Pyle meets with CSM Jacinto Garza, the CSM of Army Materiel Command, to discuss how the Strong Sergeants initiative is impacting the entire force. “A Strong Sergeant is a leader who is: physically, mentally and emotionally fit; tactically and technically proficient; an expert in maintaining military equipment; and administratively ready- medically, financially and organizationally. A Strong Sergeant is ready to deploy, fight, and win our nation's wars and bring their Soldiers home safely.” – CSM Garza. Strong Sergeants make Strong Soldiers. Strong Soldiers make Strong Squads. Strong Squads will win our nation’s wars and winning absolutely matters! Additional Resources: Supporting Article: https://www.army.mil/article/290701/strong_sergeants_strong_soldiers_strong_squads 1st TSC Experience: https://www.dvidshub.net/video/843436/strong-sergeants-make-strong-soldiers Strong Sergeants Info Video: https://www.dvidshub.net/video/999853/strong-sergeants-video Video Podcast Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-logstat-video-podcast/id6798727025 Video Podcast DVIDS Link: https://www.dvidshub.net/podcast/679/the-logstat-video-podcast

Episode #68: On the next episode of the 2026 Sustainment Week Miniseries, CPT Garett Pyle meets with COL Brandon Tackett, Commander of the 28th DSB and G4 of the Ohio Army National Guard to discuss sustainment operations in the National Guard. We analyze the unique role sustainers in the National Guard play in maintaining readiness and supporting the force. This episode provides insight into how the National Guard balances the requirements of a civilian job and serving in uniform. Video Podcast Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-logstat-video-podcast/id6798727025 Video Podcast DVIDS Link: https://www.dvidshub.net/podcast/679/the-logstat-video-podcast

Notes – Episode #67: The evolving battlefield has challenged the manner in which we conduct sustainment operations; especially that last mile of logistics. Thus, to support the Transformation in Contact initiative, a new formation, a light support battalion (LSB) has been created to replace the brigade support battalion (BSB) concept. On this episode, CPT Garett Pyle meets with LTC Adam Di Giovanni to discuss how his unit transformed from a BSB to an LSB while providing some valuable lessons learned. Video Podcast Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-logstat-video-podcast/id6798727025 Video Podcast DVIDS Link: https://www.dvidshub.net/podcast/679/the-logstat-video-podcast

Episode #66: Continuing the 2026 Sustainment Week Miniseries, CPT Garett Pyle meets with MG Curtis D. Taylor, the Commanding General of the 1st Armored Division (1AD), to discuss how 1AD completely changed their maintenance culture which increased their operational readiness. Their approach lays the foundation for other units to emulate. Video Podcast Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-logstat-video-podcast/id6798727025 Video Podcast DVIDS Link: https://www.dvidshub.net/podcast/679/the-logstat-video-podcast

Episode #65: A follow up to Episode 26 “Leveraging the Power of the Organic Industrial Complex,” CPT Garett Pyle once again meets with COL Denis Fajardo and COL Charles "Andy" Moore to discuss the operational readiness program (ORP) and what this new capability brings to the force. This episode serves as the second installment to our Sustainment Week Miniseries. Our video podcasts are now available on Apple Podcasts as well as DVIDS. Links below: Video Podcast Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-logstat-video-podcast/id6798727025 Video Podcast DVIDS Link: https://www.dvidshub.net/podcast/679/the-logstat-video-podcast