The Dirt Logistician podcast

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.

59 Episodes

Post Rotation Interview with A/2BSB Commander (Rotation 25-11)
1/21/2026
27:55
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.
Surgical Futility and Transfusion Triage in Large Scale Combat Operations
10/8/2025
30:22
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.
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Sustaining the Division Fight: Post Rotation Interview with COL Charles Montgomery, 1DSB Commander (ROT 25-03)
9/17/2025
35:16
In episode 51, GM07(A), COL Octavia Davis, interviews 1DSB Commander, COL Charles Montgomery, after his Brigade's participation in the Division Rotation.
Post Rotation Interview with 101 BSB SPO and 1/16 IN BN XO (ROT 25-04)
9/3/2025
32:50
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.
Post Rotation Interview with 206th Maintenance Surge Team (ROT 24-11)
5/5/2025
16:14
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
Roles of NCOs in LRP Operations
4/14/2025
26:42
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
NCO Roles in the Division LOGPAC
10/2/2024
19:56
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
Post-Rotation Interview with the 3/1 AD Brigade Maintenance Tech
9/9/2024
26:19
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
Urban Sustainment
5/31/2024
17:33
In episode 44 of the Dirt Logistician, WAG05 (MAJ Slaton) and WAG12(A) (CPT Shannon) discuss the challenges associated with conducting sustainment operations in an urban environment. Key topics include: - Changes to predicted commodity numbers - Different resources that are easier or harder to work with - General planning considerations
Post-Rotation Interview with the 3CR RSS BC and XO
5/24/2024
21:32
In episode 43 of the Dirt Logistician podcast, GM07 (LTC Octavia Davis) interviews the BC and XO of the RSS for 3rd Cavalry Division, LTC Cole and MAJ Mauldin following the end of their rotation. Key Topics include: - Transitioning from a consolidated to dispersed RSA - What the unit gained by dispersing - Challenges during their rotation

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