In Episode 151 of the Talk4 Podcast, Louis Skupien is joined by General Thomas A. Bussiere, Commander of Air Force Global Strike Command. With 40 years of distinguished service, Gen. Bussiere is responsible for overseeing the U.S. strategic bomber fleet and ICBMs, forming two-thirds of America’s nuclear triad.

In this powerful conversation, Gen. Bussiere shares his journey from fighter pilot to becoming one of the most pivotal leaders in U.S. military strategy. He breaks down the role of strategic deterrence, modernization of legacy systems like the B-52 and Minuteman III, and how new platforms like the B-21 and MH-139 Grey Wolf will shape the future. We explore the balance of readiness and innovation, leadership philosophies, global security threats, and the role of AI in 21st-century defense.

🎧 Don’t miss this rare and insightful look behind the scenes of America’s most critical defense command.