Full packed show discussing 3 x FMS to Finland & Qatar. Nice story from National Defense concerning a dismounted cUAS system. And finally, two stories of major end item(s) modernization: B21 Raider Bomber and the potential replacement for the Bradley Fighting Vehicle- also known as the Optionally Manned Fighting Vehicle (OMFV).
Dec 03, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 73
Lots of International Stories in Episode 72. Established theme in many countries shows an increase in Defense spending. The stories in EP 72 illustrate (hopefully) this theme.
Nov 28, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 72
Quick moving episode 71. We discuss latest US security assistance package to Ukraine along with Brimstone-2 missiles from the UK. Along with a Space Force story, we also add a USMC one (ACV). We close out PC '22 with another story on the TITAN system. Somewhere toward the end- we do a quick update on the latest IVAS and FLRAA news.
Nov 24, 2022•37 min•Season 1Ep. 71
Longest episode yet. We've talked about new US Army FM 3.0 (Operations) for awhile. So now brace yourself- this is the where we finally tackle the manual (released in October 2022). I do my best to show comparisons between the 2022 version and the previous 2017 edition. Plus- I spend some time on each chapter. I could have split the subject into two episodes- but I decided to push it all into one.
Nov 21, 2022•57 min•Season 1Ep. 70
We cover the press conference by Sec. Austin & CJCS GEN Milley + DOD Contracts to continue assistance to Ukraine and replenish US weapon stockpiles. We also have a 6th Project Convergence story. Will there be a 7th? Hope so. And finally- we talk a bit more about the Ia Drang Valley Campaign (Vietnam 1965). This time we briefly discuss the Battle at LZ Albany between the 2d Battalion, 7th Cavalry & (3d Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division (Air Mobile)) vs PAVN regulars.
Nov 18, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 69
Enjoyed this episode. We talked a bit about HIMARS and the M3/M4 Carl Gustaf. Plus we did our 5th (I think) Project Convergence story. This involved modernization efforts from the UK & Australia. And finally- we talked about the 57th anniversary of the Battle of Ia Drang Valley. From 14-16 November 1965, elements from the 1st & 2d Battalions of the 7th Cavalry Regiment (Garry Owen), 1st Cavalry Division (Air Mobile)- fought valiantly and outnumbered against a tough and determined foe - u...
Nov 15, 2022•30 min•Season 1Ep. 68
Lots of stories in episode 67. Hopefully it's not too rambling. We talk a bit about Ukraine support efforts that include assistance packages and training- plus the US creates a new command to oversee their efforts in this arena. We also discuss France's Strategic Review- and finally, another Project Convergence story involving Space integration into a JADC2 platform (TITAN).
Nov 11, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 67
EP 66 is (mostly) an all Breaking Defense Episode. We discuss information concerning the latest US Security package to Ukraine- including T-72s & HAWK Missiles. We also cover a insightful story concerning Russian ISR failures in Ukraine. And finally, we discuss Norway's acquisition of 155mm(s) from Hanwha Defense (S. Korea). + somewhere in there- we talk about Belgium & AMRAAM missiles.
Nov 09, 2022•29 min•Season 1Ep. 66
In this episode, we discuss 2 x FMS cases to Australia and Finland- along with the latest US Security Assistance package to Ukraine. We also discuss a great story on mobile mortar systems plus some OMFV news. In addition, somewhere in the episode we discuss B52s.
Nov 04, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 65
This is an international episode as we cover military and defence stories from the UK, Australia, and Turkey.
Oct 30, 2022•30 min•Season 1Ep. 64
Episode done in a hurry. JADC2 stuff.
Oct 27, 2022•26 min•Season 1Ep. 63
Back for another Project Convergence story. This one discusses the Joint JADC2 efforts with statements of support from senior USMC, USAF, and Army Officials. We also cover the latest Foreign Military Sales to Pacific Allies -Japan and Australia + we discuss the MLRS deal between Poland and South Korea & finally we talk about the German Air Defense System that is being provided to Ukraine.
Oct 24, 2022•34 min•Season 1Ep. 62
Quite a range of stories in this episode. We talk about the increase in HIMARS production and the Common Tactical Truck Competition. Plus, we have an Air Force story concerning the new B21 Stealth Bomber and finally- our second story about Project Convergence '22.
Oct 21, 2022•32 min•Season 1Ep. 61
Finally, we get to our first story on Project Convergence '22. This is the Army's Learning Experiment for new technology and integration among the Services plus Allied partners from UK & Australia. We also discuss France's effort to train Soldiers from Ukraine (in France). In addition- we talk about the Javelin's Lightweight Command Launch Unit (CLU) as it goes into Low Rate Initial Production (LRIP). And we briefly discuss the latest Security Assistance Package to Ukraine.
Oct 18, 2022•29 min•Season 1Ep. 60
How to describe Ep 59? Probably jumbled. Bear with the episode as I try to cover some highlights from the AUSA Conference that occurred from 10-12 October 2022 in Washington D.C.
Oct 13, 2022•32 min•Season 1Ep. 59
In episode 58, we spend some time discussing the FLRAA competition. We read an article in support each competitor ( Bell vs Boeing/Lockheed/Sikorsky) describing why their system is right for the FLRAA role. This is anticipation that the winner will be announced this week at the AUSA Conference in Washington D.C.. We also discuss some of the 24 Army Modernization Programs that the Secretary and CSA want in Soldiers' hands in FY23. Finally, we give an update on the F35 Delivery Waiver signed by Dr...
Oct 10, 2022•37 min•Season 1Ep. 58
In this episode, we finally get to discuss the latest in IVAS news (it has been awhile). We also talk about two Army units- activation of the new 52d Air Defense Artillery Brigade in Germany & the modernization of the 2d ABCT / 3 Infantry Division (Dogface Soldiers) of Fort Stewart, GA. Finally, somewhere in there- we discuss the latest FMS of NASAMS to Kuwait.
Oct 08, 2022•38 min•Season 1Ep. 57
A busy episode. We start out discussing the US DOD Policy on cluster munitions and then transition into the latest security package to Ukraine. We then briefly discuss the US USD A&S appearance in Brussels during a session of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group. Other topics covered are the planned production of the SAAB CARL G shoulder-launch munitions (M4) in India, the new AFC Commander (GEN J. Rainey), and the big story of grounded USAF C130H models (propeller issue).
Oct 06, 2022•39 min•Season 1Ep. 56
In this episode, we discuss the latest security assistance package (28 Sep) to Ukraine and give a complete roll-up of assistance (so far). We also discuss two US Army stories: the Precision Strike Missile contract and a nice update on how the 4th & 5th SFABs are supporting the Compete Phase of US MDO (Multi-Domain Operations) in Europe & the Indo-Pacific. Plus, we always like a good shoulder-launch munition story and we have a good one that talks about the NAMMO M72 EC that is going to F...
Oct 02, 2022•34 min•Season 1Ep. 55
We spend a fair amount of time on four Direct Energy Weapon efforts by the DOD. Plus, we scour the DOD official website for interesting recent news including the BG Ryder Press brief from 27 Sep 22- and a few other interesting items.
Sep 28, 2022•28 min•Season 1Ep. 54
Episode 53 finds us discussing many topics. First, we provide an update on the AFSOC CV-22 Osprey clutch issue and the Service's plan to mitigate risk. Then, we talk about France's approach to defense acquisition in response to the turbulent conditions in Europe. Finally, we provide some US Army organizational news- specifically- the activation of the 3d Multi-Domain Task Force at Fort Shafter, Hawaii.
Sep 25, 2022•28 min•Season 1Ep. 53
We cover two articles that discuss the impact on US stockpiles from the multiple security assistance packages to Ukraine. We detail of some of the most impacted weapon systems. We also quickly (or not so quickly) talk about the latest DOD Press briefing from 20 September 2022.
Sep 22, 2022•35 min•Season 1Ep. 52
100% of this episode discusses Poland's current (& recent) modernization efforts (since 2020). Apologize in advance for the volume late in the episode. Not sure what happened. BPT turn up volume at 15:25 (minutes : seconds).
Sep 20, 2022•23 min•Season 1Ep. 51
Episode 50 has us discussing the Army's Synthetic Training Environment (STE) enabling effort to produce the One World Terrain in support of training systems. We also discuss the latest Foreign Military Sales to Taiwan and China's reaction. Pretty heavy stuff for this Podcast- but we got through it.
Sep 18, 2022•27 min•Season 1Ep. 50
In episode 49, we finally discuss the Army's Next Generation Fixed Wing ISR Program (HADES). In addition, we highlight the Army Secretary's comments at the Maneuver Warfighter Conference held this week at Fortress Benning + the latest Security Assistance Package to Ukraine.
Sep 16, 2022•30 min•Season 1Ep. 49
We discuss the latest Security Assistance Package to Ukraine which includes 155mm delivered Remote Anti-Tank Mines (RAAM) + Army Futures Command new (potential) 4-Star is Nominated & finally- the F35 makes headlines again.
Sep 10, 2022•28 min•Season 1Ep. 48
It's not often we discuss Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Test Launches, but we do in this episode. We also take a dive into the Army Futures Command and their relationship with the ASA ALT. Plus, we give a rundown of all the 4-Star positions in DOD.
Sep 07, 2022•46 min•Season 1Ep. 47
Episode 46 is a hasty episode covering the latest US Army IVAS news. + who can resist an F35B story?
Sep 04, 2022•22 min•Season 1Ep. 46
In episode 45, we discuss the return to flight of AFSOC CV-22s + the latest US & Iran competition incident in the Red Sea. We also discuss Foreign Military Sales to Taiwan. In addition, we introduce the Biden Administration Nominee for Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research Development, and Acquisition (ASN RDA).
Sep 03, 2022•42 min•Season 1Ep. 45
In Episode 44, we discuss the the grounding of the US Army fleet of CH-47F Chinook helicopters. Plus, we follow up on the recent news concerning Australia's recent purchase of Blackhawk- and now Seahawk helicopters. And finally, we discuss Sweden's purchase of small arms & machine gun thermal sights.
Sep 01, 2022•23 min•Season 1Ep. 44
