Pete Blaber
Retired Delta Force commander and combat veteran known for leading elite special operations missions in places including Colombia, Afghanistan, Iraq, Somalia, and the Balkans. Also an author and leadership consultant focused on common-sense decision-making and team effectiveness.
Top 5 podcasts with Pete Blaber
Ranked by the Snipd community
123 snips
Apr 6, 2026 • 5h 24min
#294 Pete Blaber - Part 1: Delta Force Commander on Roberts Ridge: The Battle of Takur Ghar
Pete Blaber, retired Delta Force commander and leadership author, revisits the path that took him from Oak Park to elite special operations. He gets into Colombia and the Cali cartel, manhunting in Bosnia and Afghanistan, the chaos of Roberts Ridge, and why remote battlefield control can wreck fast-moving missions.
40 snips
Apr 6, 2026 • 6h 60min
#294 Pete Blaber - Part 2: Delta Force Commander on Pablo Escobar, Takur Ghar, and Pat Tillman
Pete Blaber, retired Delta Force commander and former special operations leader, revisits the Pat Tillman case, from his deep investigation to the chaos, friendly fire, and cover-up allegations. He also gets into combat dog programs, Iraq war planning failures, toxic leadership, veteran transition, and practical tools for decision-making under stress.
23 snips
Jun 30, 2025 • 3h 29min
Roberts Ridge/John Chapman- The Ground Truth feat. Pete Blaber
Pete Blaber, a Delta Force operator and Ground Force Commander, shares riveting insights on the Roberts Ridge operation. He breaks down the chaos and command failures during the critical mission, highlighting the complex dynamics and tactical miscommunications faced by troops. The discussion dives into missed opportunities in other operations, like Tora Bora, and emphasizes the need for better intelligence and collaboration. Blaber also reflects on the psychological challenges of special ops in high-stakes environments, showcasing stories of courage amidst chaos.
10 snips
Nov 6, 2023 • 3h 28min
Delta Force Commander | Pete Blaber | Ep. 243
Former Delta Force Commander, Pete Blaber, shares his experiences leading elite combat teams around the globe. He discusses topics such as the impact of personal experiences on leadership, transitioning from Colombia to Somalia, lessons learned from intense combat, adapting to insurgent warfare, toxic command climate, and uncovering the truth behind traumatic events. The podcast also touches on the significance of multiple options, making good choices, and the power of celebrity in bringing attention to important topics.
6 snips
Feb 14, 2024 • 2h 11min
Toxic Leadership & The Pat Tillman Case - Pete Blaber
Former Delta Force Commander, Pete Blaber, discusses toxic leadership and the Pat Tillman case. He explores leadership qualities, the rise of special operations forces, and the power of the thinking brain. Blaber also delves into the implementation of a CFT in dangerous territory and analyzes the consequences of toxic leadership. The podcast includes a rapid-fire Q&A session and emphasizes the impact of truth and changing perspectives.
