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The Rest of the Spear

The Rest of the Spear

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 Most people think the military is all special forces and secret missions. The reality? It’s a massive city on the move, run by paralegals, mechanics, IT nerds, and cooks. Join us as we go behind the scenes of the 80%—the 'Rest of the Spear'—to talk about the real jobs, the hilarious bureaucracy, and the skills that actually transition to the civilian world. Whether you're thinking of joining, already out, or just curious how a million-person organization stays afloat, this is the military stories you haven't heard.ROTS Politica e governo Scienze politiche
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  • The High-Stakes World of Army Air Traffic Control | The Rest of the Spear

    The High-Stakes World of Army Air Traffic Control | The Rest of the Spear
    Feb 22 2026

    In this episode of The Rest of the Spear, we sit down with an Army Air Traffic Controller (ATC) to go behind the tower glass. Often overlooked in the shadow of combat pilots, the MOS 15Q community is the backbone of Army Aviation, managing chaotic airspace in both garrison and high-intensity tactical environments.


    This week's trivia question, What does HMMWV stand for? Leave your comments below.


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    1 ora e 3 min
  • Flying the Freight: Air Force Load Master

    Flying the Freight: Air Force Load Master
    Feb 16 2026

    From calculating precise centers of gravity to managing massive cargo in mid-flight, the margin for error is zero. This week, we sit down with an Air Force Loadmaster to go behind the ramp and discover what it’s really like to move the mission across the globe.
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    1 ora e 5 min
  • The Legal Shield: How Army Paralegals Support the Mission and the Soldier | The Rest of the Spear

    The Legal Shield: How Army Paralegals Support the Mission and the Soldier | The Rest of the Spear
    Feb 7 2026

    We invite our first guest on to talk about his role and experience as a Paralegal during the war in Afghanistan. Nate discusses the navigation of interrogation ethics while still trying to complete a mission of obtaining information to prevent further attacks against US Forces.
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    1 ora e 5 min
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