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Welcome to Defense Mavericks, the podcast that uncovers the untapped potential of AI within the federal government. Join us as we dive into authentic and disruptive conversations with our nation’s brightest minds, offering a fresh perspective on how to gain an unfair advantage through the adoption of new, emerging technology. Our goal is to equip you with the knowledge, education, and best practic... more

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Sammy Semwangu
CEO of Bazze, specializing in intelligence targeting and early warning platform for national security.
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Episode: Why Unclassified Data is the Secret to National Security Success with Sammy Semwangu
Jesse Levin
Executive Director of the Defense Entrepreneurship Forum and runs Tactivate
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Episode: The Untold Role of Networking in National Security and Innovation
Jay Long
Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Parlay and former Innovation Officer for the Army
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Episode: The Untold Role of Networking in National Security and Innovation
Brad Halsey
CEO and Co-Founder of Building Momentum, a training and technology organization
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Episode: The Untold Role of Networking in National Security and Innovation
Matt Pine
Innovation Officer running the Innovation Campus for the Marine Corps
Marine Corps
Episode: How 3D Printing is Shaping the Future of Military Logistics with Matt Pine
Therman Trotman
Known as Mr. SharePoint, he is a consultant and trainer specializing in SharePoint technology.
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Episode: Mastering SharePoint & Self-Branding with “Mr. SharePoint” Therman Trotman
Scott Sanders
Chief Growth Officer at Forterra
Forterra
Episode: Human-Centric Autonomy for Defense with Scott Sanders
Dr. Tom Rondeau
Principal Director for Future Generation Wireless Technologies
Office of the Undersecretary of Defense for Research and Engineering
Episode: The Role of AI in 5G Technology with Dr. Tom Rondeau
Pete Newell
Retired Army officer and entrepreneur focused on defense innovation
BMNT
Episode: Mission Acceleration and Ingenuity in Defense with Pete Newell

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Ryan Connell
Chief of the Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office, with extensive involvement in military innovation and technology integration.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 24 ratings
  • Favorite pod in the defense space (hands down)

    Always learn something new and Bonnie’s an amazing host. Keep up the great work!

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    J. Barshop
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions and the access to expert knowledge, often highlighting the host's ability to facilitate engaging and informative conversations.
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Enabling Collaboration in the Defense Sector with Brennan Townley
Q: What is something you wish someone would have told you early on?
That the people you're working with today may not be the same in six months, highlighting the importance of building processes.
Enabling Collaboration in the Defense Sector with Brennan Townley
Q: Would you consider yourself a startup now?
We’re still small and operate with a startup mentality, though we've grown beyond initial startup challenges.
Enabling Collaboration in the Defense Sector with Brennan Townley
Q: What have you learned over your years in the government space?
There's no shortage of challenges, but finding the right people who care about making change is crucial.
Enabling Collaboration in the Defense Sector with Brennan Townley
Q: How did you get into the space with Collaboration AI?
It was serendipity, meeting folks at Afwerks and transitioning into the DOD and government space.
The Future of Defense Acquisition with Will Roper
Q: What advice would you give to the acquisition professional of today?
Build trust with stakeholders, leverage the gray zone of bureaucracy to achieve fast results, create templates for others to follow, and ensure your initiatives are set up for scale.

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This podcast features in-depth discussions focusing on the integration and innovation of artificial intelligence within the federal government, particularly the Department of Defense. With a commitment to uncovering the potential of emerging technologies, the conversations range from the challenges of adoption to highlighting successful use cases, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between government and private sectors. Notable themes include innovation in military contexts, advancements in defense technology solutions, and the evolving role of AI in improving operational effectiveness and decision-making processes. Unique to this podcast is its emphasis on bridging traditional government practices with modern technological capabi... more

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