A monthly command information podcast from the 482d Fighter Wing at Homestead ARB, Florida, featuring leadership perspectives, unit updates, and Airman-focused interviews.
Episodes
Mako Minute Ep 04: Custer’s Corner and interview with Master Sgt. Sylvia Carrillo
This episode of the Mako Minute features Col. Brandon M. Kelly in Custer’s Corner and an interview with Master Sgt. Sylvia Carrillo, who highlights the lesser-known side of Finance, from currency exchange to how Finance supports every mission requirement.
11/27/2025
Mako Minute - Ep. 3 - New Command Chief & Farewell to Col Simmons
Col Kelly introduces the 482d Fighter Wing’s new Command Chief, CMSgt Karie A. Contreras, and interviews the outgoing Deputy Commander, retired Col Craig Simmons.
08/01/2025
Mako Minute - Ep. 2 - Interview with Capt Chism.mp3
Capt Chism shares her leadership experience, career insights, and advice for Airmen in this second episode of Mako Minute.
06/13/2025
Mako Minute – Ep. 1
In the debut episode of Mako Minute, Col. Brandon Kelly shares command updates and priorities for every Mako Airman in a segment called Custer’s Corner. Later, TSgt Paul Cook interviews SMSgt Thomas Kelley from the 482d Force Support Squadron to highlight career development tools and services available to reservists.
