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From the Crows' Nest

Association of Old Crows
Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations
Electronic Warfare
NATO
Ukraine
Artificial Intelligence
Department Of Defense
China
Russia
Electromagnetic Warfare
National Defense Authorization Act
Electromagnetic Spectrum
Defense Budget
UAS Technology
Military Technology
Iran
2024 Election
Defense Technology
Thor's Hammer
AOC 2024
EMSO

Featuring interviews, analysis, and discussions covering leading issues of the day related to electromagnetic spectrum operations (EMSO). Topics include current events and news worldwide, US Congress and the annual defense budget, and military news from the US and allied countries. We also bring you closer to Association of Old Crow events and provide a forum to dive deeper into policy issues impa... more

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Latest Episodes

Recent operations involving Iran have handed the US direct lessons in electromagnetic warfare, and the open question is whether the Pentagon will act on them.

For today's conversation, Ken Miller sits down with John Knowles, editor-in-chief of the J... more

An operation planned around the electromagnetic spectrum as an afterthought works right up until the enemy adapts to it.

For today's conversation, Ken Miller sits down with retired Colonel Dr. William "Dollar" Young, AOC Board Member Scott “Sherm” O... more

Without a NATO-style alliance to lean on, electromagnetic warfare readiness in the Indo-Pacific depends on regional cooperation that the industry is still building from scratch.

For today's conversation, Ken Miller closes out coverage from AOC Asia ... more

Spectrum control now sits at the center of Indo-Pacific defense planning, and AI is changing both how allies coordinate and how China pursues electromagnetic advantage. 

For today's conversation, Ken Miller sits down with Dr. Nathan Johnson, preside... more

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Recent Guests

John Knowles
Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Electromagnetic Dominance (AOC's official monthly publication)
Association of Old Crows
Episode: EMSO Lessons from Iran: What Comes Next
William Dollar Young
Retired US Air Force Colonel; first commander of the 350th Spectrum Warfare Wing
Security Concepts and Strategic Design
Episode: Why EMSO and IO Can’t Stay in Separate Lanes
Scott Sherm Oliver
AOC Board of Directors Member and Chair of Advocacy Committee
Booz Allen Hamilton
Episode: Why EMSO and IO Can’t Stay in Separate Lanes
Jarod Patton
Director at Booz Allen Hamilton
Booz Allen Hamilton
Episode: Why EMSO and IO Can’t Stay in Separate Lanes
Hope Snedden
Embedded software engineer from DesignWorks
DesignWorks
Episode: AOC Asia 2026: Closing the Gaps in Indo-Pacific EW Readiness
David Dehay
Chief Technology Officer
Black Art Technologies
Episode: AOC Asia 2026: Closing the Gaps in Indo-Pacific EW Readiness
Nathan Johnson
Dr. Nathan Johnson, President of the AOC ANZ chapter
AOC Australia and New Zealand chapter
Episode: AOC Asia 2026: The Fight for Spectrum Control in the Indo-Pacific
Crystal Chen Yi Tu
Dr. Chen Yi Tu, research fellow
Institute for National Defense and Security Research (Taiwan)
Episode: AOC Asia 2026: The Fight for Spectrum Control in the Indo-Pacific
Michael Appiri
Chairman of NATO Subgroup 1 and lead of the US delegation
US Delegation to Thor's Hammer
Episode: Thor's Hammer 2026: What Allies Learn From Each Other

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 76 ratings
  • Superb podcast

    Very informative and recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    thegreyarea
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love this pod!

    This show offers a refreshing perspective on various topics. The engaging dialogue keeps you hooked without feeling overwhelmed, making for a great listen whether you're on your commute or just looking for something thoughtful to unwind to. Deirdre

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Deirdre Tshien
    United States3 years ago
  • Fantastic

    If you are involved or concerned about this domain - this is a great podcast! Might I point you to the Low-Cost Threat Emitter project.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adamtdiscog
    United States5 years ago
  • Outstanding Podcast

    Very exciting for professionals wanting to hear more conversations about Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations and Defense technologies. Looking forward to the next episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    R Wilcox
    United States5 years ago

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The show is praised for coverage of interoperability and governance in EMSO.
Listeners value deep, topic-focused discussions on EMSO and EW.
Guests bring practical, real-world insights useful for industry and policy.

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Thor's Hammer 2026: What Allies Learn From Each Other
Q: Could you talk a little bit about your personal experience in these types of vehicles where you're out there in the field, whether it's a test or a real operation?
The vehicle segment in Thor's Hammer demonstrates how ECM protections are deployed in real-field conditions; a crew must remain vigilant beyond the ECM, maintain situational awareness, and rely on multiple layers of defense and observation to ensure safety, with the ECM serving as a force-protection augmentation rather than a sole solution.
The Congressional Path to EMSO Capability
Q: Can you break down how the direct report language differs from formal bill language and why that matters for EMSO governance reform?
Direct report language is a non-binding directive to the Pentagon to study and report back on EMSO governance and strategy, which can move forward sooner and keep the issue within the committee's purview until it's ripe for legislative text.
Smart Kill: Rewriting the Rules of Electromagnetic Warfare
Q: What are the organizational challenges for EMSO across Europe, and how can they be addressed?
Challenges include disaggregation of governance, overlapping supranational bodies, conflicting terminology, and under-filled billets; solutions involve centralized policy alignment, unified terminology, shared doctrine, and funded EW staff roles across services.
Smart Kill: Rewriting the Rules of Electromagnetic Warfare
Q: Could you explain how Smart Kill differs from traditional EW approaches and why it matters for European defense?
Smart Kill ties together decoys, jammers, and disruptive capabilities into a cohesive framework that reduces the kill chain timeline and lowers costs by using cheaper assets to achieve expensive effects, enabling EMS superiority across multi-domain environments.
Is NATO Falling Behind in the Spectrum Fight?
Q: How does the US view Europe taking more responsibility for its own security, and what does that mean for interoperability?
The guest argues that a more autonomous Europe is a positive development that can spur faster, more agile defense development; however, interoperability remains critical, and centralized or at least coordinated EMSO structures across NATO are essential to prevent fracture along services and national lines.

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