War in Iran: Now What? General-ly Speaking #5 with Major Generals Polumbo and Martin

In this installment of General-ly Speaking on Todd’s Podcast, Todd is joined by United States Air Force veterans Major General H.D. “Jake” Polumbo and Major General Larry Martin, senior consultants with Two Blue Aces. Recorded one week after the February 2026 air strikes on Iran, the discussion focuses on helping listeners better understand the military planning, terminology, and operational concepts being discussed in the news. Drawing on decades of experience in air operations and joint military planning, the generals explain how large-scale operations are planned, how strategy, operations, and tactics differ, and how multiple branches of the U.S. military coordinate alongside allied forces such as Israel. The conversation explores the complex logistics behind modern air campaigns, including global refueling networks, intelligence gathering, timing and coordination across time zones, and the role of emerging technologies like drones, artificial intelligence, and space-based systems. The generals also reflect on the human side of military operations, emphasizing the importance of patience when interpreting early news reports and recognizing the impact of war on service members and their families. Learn more and support The 22 Project at Support22Project.org. Learn more about the generals at TwoBlueAces.com. Learn more about Todd's Podcast at ToddDantzler.com. Click here to text Todd!