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S6 E12 - GEN Fenton and CSM Shorter - We Owe It to the Force

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What does it take to lead the most elite warriors in the world? For GEN Bryan Fenton and CSM Shane Shorter, it starts with listening.
In this rare and candid episode, the Commander and Senior Enlisted Leader of United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) sit down with SOFcast to reflect on the privilege and responsibility of leading at the highest level. They pull back the curtain on what it means to steward the force through strategic change, generational evolution, and the demands of global competition — while staying grounded in people-first leadership.
They discuss everything from modernizing SOF capabilities to investing in families, transitioning service members, and building trust through accountability. Whether you're in the formation or supporting one, this conversation is a masterclass in servant leadership, legacy, and what it means to lead when the stakes are highest.
🎧 In this episode:
Why “transformation” isn’t just a buzzword — it’s an obligation
How SOF leaders balance modernization with preserving culture
Why caring for people and families isn’t extra — it’s essential
What it means to “earn your seat” at every level
And how to lead with humility, even from the top
This isn’t just a leadership talk — it’s a call to action.
🎧 Listen now on SOFcast.
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Manage episode 508293181 series 2943135
Content provided by United States Special Operations Command. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by United States Special Operations Command or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.
What does it take to lead the most elite warriors in the world? For GEN Bryan Fenton and CSM Shane Shorter, it starts with listening.
In this rare and candid episode, the Commander and Senior Enlisted Leader of United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) sit down with SOFcast to reflect on the privilege and responsibility of leading at the highest level. They pull back the curtain on what it means to steward the force through strategic change, generational evolution, and the demands of global competition — while staying grounded in people-first leadership.
They discuss everything from modernizing SOF capabilities to investing in families, transitioning service members, and building trust through accountability. Whether you're in the formation or supporting one, this conversation is a masterclass in servant leadership, legacy, and what it means to lead when the stakes are highest.
🎧 In this episode:
Why “transformation” isn’t just a buzzword — it’s an obligation
How SOF leaders balance modernization with preserving culture
Why caring for people and families isn’t extra — it’s essential
What it means to “earn your seat” at every level
And how to lead with humility, even from the top
This isn’t just a leadership talk — it’s a call to action.
🎧 Listen now on SOFcast.
  continue reading

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