The Screaming Blackbird Podcast

Join Cadet Washington as she interviews Cadet Graham and Cadet Price asking preferences on being a wingman, leadership styles, experiences, careers.

Join Cadet Graham and Cadet Washington as they interview Cadet Davis and Cadet Trubinsky exploring azimuth's experiences, leadership lessons, and career journeys of Air Force officers offering navigating college, developing as leaders, and pursing a future in the United States Air Force.

Join the Screaming Blackbird Podcast as we welcome alumna Lieutenant Colonel Bonds to share her experiences and reflect on her journey in the Air Force. Hear about the lessons she learned, the challenges she overcame, and how her experiences shaped her leadership and career. Tune in as we discuss the importance of perseverance, leadership, and service, along with advice for current cadets preparing for their future in the Air Force.

Join Cadet Washington and Cadet Boyd as they explore the flight simulator and explain how it works. They will walk you through the simulator’s features, show how it operates, and discuss how it helps cadets better understand flying and aviation. Tune in to learn more about the flight simulator, its role in developing aviation skills, and how it gives cadets a glimpse of what it is like to be in the pilot’s seat!

Join Cadet Scheeler as she shares her experience at Officer Development Training! In this episode, she discusses what she learned throughout the training, the challenges she faced, and the valuable lessons she gained along the way. She will also talk about how ODT helped her develop her leadership skills, build confidence, and better understand the responsibilities of becoming an Air Force officer. Tune in to hear about her experience, the lessons she will carry forward, and her advice for cadets preparing for their own officer development journey!

Join Cadet Allen and Cadet Lindsey as they sit down with DET 605’s very own Captain Vermillion! In this episode, we dive into his experiences within the detachment, the challenges he has faced throughout his career, and his perspective on the ever-growing world of space. Tune in for an inside look at life in AFROTC, leadership, career experiences, and what it takes to reach your goals both in the Air Force and beyond the stars!

Join Cadet Washington for an insightful conversation with Cadets Clark and Early as they share their experiences navigating college life while balancing the demands of ROTC and academics. The interview will explore topics including scholarship opportunities, time management, academic success, and maintaining a healthy balance between ROTC responsibilities and schoolwork. Whether you are considering joining ROTC or are already part of the program, this conversation will provide valuable perspective on succeeding both inside and outside of ROTC.

Join cadets Camden Allen and K'Nai Lindsey as they converse with Detachment 605’s own Staff Sergeant Joshua Benson, exploring his journey through the Air Force and the experiences that shaped his career. They dive into his passion for mental health advocacy and how he supports cadets both professionally and personally. Discover the lasting impact he’s made on future officers preparing to commission into the Air and Space Force.

Join Cadets Camden Allen and K'nai Lindsey as they talk with retired Col. Benjamin Robins about his inspiring Air Force career. He shares his passion for flying, his experiences at the U.S. Air Force Academy, and the lessons that shaped him as a leader. Discover how he rose through the ranks and emerged into a leadership role as a Colonel.

Join Cadets Camden Allen and K'Nai Lindsey as they sit down with Prior-Enlisted Cadets Taylor Holden and Terry Toledo-Roberts to discuss the experiences they encountered during their time at FT Max 2025. Listen as theses cadets provide insight on how they faced their greatest challenges yet through determination and fortitude, and how a bit of outside experience can go a long way.