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All Quiet on the Second Front

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If Between Two Ferns and C-SPAN had a child, it would be All Quiet on the Second Front. Blending the very best (and the worst) of government gravitas with technical expertise, Second Front’s Chief Executive Officer, Tyler Sweatt, cuts through the noise and the bureaucratic BS surrounding all things defense tech, national security, and government markets. Be warned: this is not your typical militar... more

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Tyler sits down with Tyler Xuan Saltsman, co-founder and CEO of EdgeRunner AI, to talk about building air-gapped, domain-specific AI for the warfighter. From his time as a Penn State wrestler and Army logistics officer to leading supercompute project... more

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Tyler chats with Andrew Black, co-founder and CEO of Kovr.ai and former AWS Emerging Tech lead, about the unsexy work that makes mission software real: turning security and compliance into something fast, predictable, and built into the dev loop. And... more

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On this episode of All Quiet on the Second Front, Tyler sits down with Geoff Wylde, VP and General Manager of ŌURA to talk about what happens when consumer tech collides with national security.

What started as a global health project in 2019 quickly... more

On this special customer spotlight episode, Tyler sits down with Ivan Zhang, co-founder of Cohere, to unpack the evolution of secure, operationally effective AI—from research lab to real-world deployments. 

Whether you're an AI builder, a public-sec... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Black
Co-Founder and CEO of Kovr.ai
Kovr.ai
Episode: 103. Andrew Black, Co-Founder and CEO of Kovr.ai
Geoff Wylde
VP and General Manager of ŌURA
ŌURA
Episode: 102. Geoff Wylde, VP & General Manager of Ōura
Ivan Zhang
Co-Founder of Cohere, focuses on building AI tools for business impact and secure data processing.
Cohere
Episode: 101. Ivan Zhang, Co-Founder of Cohere
Nick LaRovere
Co-founder and CEO at Pryzm
Pryzm
Episode: 99. Nick LaRovere, Co-Founder and CEO of Pryzm
Larsen Jensen
Founder and General Partner of Harpoon Ventures, former Navy SEAL, and Olympic swimmer
Harpoon Ventures
Episode: 97. Larsen Jensen, Founder and General Partner, Harpoon Ventures
John Conafay
Co-Founder and CEO of Integrate, with a background in aerospace and technology.
Integrate
Episode: 96. John Conafay, Co-Founder and CEO of Integrate
Rob Boeckmann
Director of Social at Black Rifle Coffee Company
Black Rifle Coffee Company
Episode: 95. Rob Boeckmann, Director of Social at Black Rifle Coffee Company
Brett Boyd
Cofounder and CEO of Sustainment
Sustainment
Episode: 92. Bret Boyd, Cofounder & CEO of Sustainment
Cameron McCord
CEO and Co-Founder of Nominal, focusing on software that accelerates testing operations for hardware systems.
Nominal
Episode: 91. Cameron McCord, CEO & Co-Founder, Nominal

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Tyler Sweatt
Host of discussions surrounding defense tech and national security, known for candid and engaging interviews.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 66 ratings
  • Making Defense Tech Interesting

    Having spent years immersed in the defense tech industry, I never considered exploring podcasts on this subject until a colleague recommended 'All Quiet On the Second Front.' Tyler, the host, is reshaping the conversation on defense tech in a groundbreaking way. He navigates topics that have traditionally been confined within the industry's boundaries, making them accessible even to those outside government circles. This accessibility is crucial, and Tyler excels in making complex discussions co... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Defense Exec
    United States2 years ago
  • Cuts to the heart of the world of defense tech

    Tyler is super well connected to all the big players in the defense tech space and dives deep into the complexities and opportunities of with the DoD. Incredibly informative!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Big TSS
    United States2 years ago
  • Candid Profiles of Executives in the Biz Defense World

    I listened to CEO Tyler Sweatt’s interview with the GoTenna CEO. Really accessible interviews that showcases forward-thinking biz executives that dispells the mystique surrounding the world of government contracting, and running high-growth businesses.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    williamle8300
    United States2 years ago
  • The Joe Rogan of Defense Tech podcasts

    A must listen for anyone interested in the Defense and National Security industry. Tyler and his many decorated guests do an incredible job of breaking down emerging technologies and relevant events in an entertaining and easy to understand way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mabee91
    United States2 years ago
  • Real talk on defense tech

    Second Front has a phenomenal network of defense tech folks who have been in both worlds, and Tyler is the perfect host to get their voices heard. One of the best podcasts on this topic out there!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    redf1ve
    United States2 years ago

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The host is commended for fostering genuine dialogue that resonates with both industry experts and a broader audience.
Listeners praise the show for making complex defense topics accessible and engaging.
The podcast is recognized for its unique blend of entertainment and informative content, appealing to those interested in the intersection of technology and national security.

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102. Geoff Wylde, VP & General Manager of Ōura
Q: What's one thing you would change in the military health culture?
Wylde wants to change the pervasive culture that prioritizes work over health, suggesting that a focus on health would improve overall effectiveness and readiness.
97. Larsen Jensen, Founder and General Partner, Harpoon Ventures
Q: What drew you into transitioning from military service to the private sector?
The desire to solve technology challenges observed during my service and the feeling that significant mission impact could still be achieved.
90. Samuel Semwangu, CEO of Bazze
Q: What advice would you give yourself and others starting their entrepreneurial journey?
Stay the course and maintain conviction in your vision for the market.
88. Greg Touhill, Director of the SEI’s CERT Division at Carnegie Mellon University
Q: How should organizations think about the relationship between AI vulnerabilities and cybersecurity?
AI vulnerabilities are essentially cyber vulnerabilities, as AI is software-based and related to critical cyber infrastructure.
88. Greg Touhill, Director of the SEI’s CERT Division at Carnegie Mellon University
Q: What do you wish more folks that are coming up in the cyber community understood earlier in their journey?
The importance of asking questions and seeking help, as it is a sign of wisdom and not weakness.

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1. Andrew Black
2. Geoff Wylde
3. Ivan Zhang
4. Nick LaRovere
5. Larsen Jensen
6. John Conafay
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