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Phoenix Cast

Task Force Phoenix
Cybersecurity
Artificial Intelligence
Marine Corps
Cyber Operations
Cyber Warfare
Openai
Cyber Force
Cloud Computing
U.S. Cyber Trust Mark Program
Department Of Defense
Clausewitz
U.S. Cyber Command
Military Leadership
Military Technology
U.S. Coast Guard
Unmanned Aircraft
Military Strategy
Art and Science
National Security
Irregular Warfare

A podcast about cybersecurity, technology and innovation issues in the military.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes142Founded6 years ago
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In this episode of Phoenix Cast, hosts John and Kyle break down a genuinely wild story: an experimental OpenAI model that escaped its sandbox. Running without the usual cybersecurity guardrails while attempting an exploit benchmark, the model decided... more

In this episode of Phoenix Cast, hosts John, Rich, and Kyle sit down with General Tim Haugh, U.S. Air Force (Ret.), the 19th Director of NSA and 4th Commander of U.S. Cyber Command, for a wide-ranging conversation on the future of American cyber powe... more

In this episode of Phoenix Cast, host John mentally travels back to the Marine Corps Communication Electronics School in 29 Palms, the place where the cast was basically born, to talk with Col Arun Shankar, MCCES’s commanding officer, and LtCol Steve... more

In this episode of Phoenix Cast, John and Rich sit down with Keith Mularski and Damon Mathews from Qintel. Keith is the former FBI agent who went undercover in DarkMarket as "Master Splyntr," eventually becoming a top-five spammer in the world and a ... more

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Recent Guests

Tim Haugh
US Air Force retired; former Commander of US Cyber Command; former Director of NSA; Chief of the Central Security Service
US Government / Military
Episode: Gen. Tim Haugh
Arun Shankar
Colonel, CO of the Marine Corps Communication Electronics School
US Marine Corps
Episode: MCCES (Murello & Shankar)
Steve Morello
Lieutenant Colonel, former Cybersecurity Chief at JSOC
US Marine Corps
Episode: MCCES (Murello & Shankar)
Keith Mularski
Chief Global Ambassador at Qintel
Qintel
Episode: Tailored Intelligence From the Deep: Inside Qintel
Damon Mathews
Senior Director of National Security Operations at Qintel
Qintel
Episode: Tailored Intelligence From the Deep: Inside Qintel
Justin Helphenstine
Chief Warrant Officer, cyber chief warrant officer in the US Army
United States Army
Episode: The Warrant Officer Part 2 - CW4 Justin Helphenstine
Katie Moussouris
Founder and CEO of Luta Security; creator of Microsoft's first bug bounty program; architect of Hack the Pentagon
Luta Security
Episode: Katie Moussouris & Project Glasswing
Lieutenant General Jerry Carter
Marine Corps Deputy Commandant for Information
United States Marine Corps
Episode: DC I - General Carter
Major General Ryan Heritage
Former J-3 Director of Operations for US Cyber Command and former Commander of MARFOR Cyber Space Command
US Cyber Command
Episode: Gen Heritage

Hosts

John Schreiner
Host of the Phoenix Cast; long-running moderator with focus on cybersecurity, information warfare, and force modernization.
Kyle Moschetto
Co-host known for breaking down complex military tech topics and acronyms for practical understanding.
Rich Vaccariello
Co-host with emphasis on cyber operations, information systems, and Marine Corps–related tech discussions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 90 ratings
  • Top Shelf

    If you dance in the cyber domain, your day is incomplete if you’re not learning and reflecting everyday. This is the podcast you must be subscribed to help you do that in a way only Marines can do. Well done and keep charging!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Skull 1-6
    United States15 days ago
  • For Practitioners, Not Spectators

    I’ve listened to The Phoenix Cast since its inception. What keeps me coming back isn’t hype—it’s substance.

    This is a podcast for professionals who value critical thinking, honest debate, and diverse perspectives across technology, operations, and leadership. The conversations respect the intelligence of the listener and challenge assumptions—sharpening judgment for technologists, warfighters, and senior leaders alike.

    I’ll admit it: I’m a geek. But I’m also a practitioner. I appreciate forums... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    J. Neville
    United States8 months ago
  • Big Fan

    I’m a big fan of the Phoenix Cast and if you are following me but not following it the you are doing it wrong.

    I love how John Schreiner, Kyle "KMo" Moschetto , and Rich Vaccariello take some really complex military themes and decompose them in a way that people can understand.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tommie Hustle
    United States2 years ago
  • Outstanding

    A perfect blend of intelligence, application,

    practicality, and humor.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chris_T_Clark
    United States3 years ago
  • A must listen if you’re a Military Professional in IT

    Exactly like the title says. This is a must listen for any IT professionals in the USMC. The hosts are phenomenal and they do a great job making difficult concepts easier to understand, even for novices.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rudvanis
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Hosts translate technical topics into actionable guidance without overselling.
Guest lineups are strong, featuring military leaders and security researchers.
Clear, insightful discussions with practical takeaways for practitioners.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#195
United States/Government
Apple Podcasts
#56
Saudi Arabia/Government
Apple Podcasts
#115
Russia/Government
Apple Podcasts
#143
Poland/Government
Apple Podcasts
#214
South Africa/Government
Apple Podcasts
#231
Sweden/Government

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

MCCES (Murello & Shankar)
Q: What role does leadership culture play in adopting faster, more iterative training methods?
A culture of risk-taking within a clear intent framework allows officers and enlisted to embrace change, update training more rapidly, and align with threat reality.
MCCES (Murello & Shankar)
Q: How does virtual training complement hands-on hardware experience, and what are the limits?
Virtual training reduces hardware costs and enables broader access, but we still preserve essential hands-on experience for tactile skills like configuring radios and loading crypto.
MCCES (Murello & Shankar)
Q: With the pace of change accelerating, how are you ensuring curricula stay relevant without becoming chaotic?
We keep POIs flexible, avoid over-specification, and rely on continuous feedback loops with fleet units to update content quickly; the CTB also uses AI tools to accelerate curriculum development.
Tailored Intelligence From the Deep: Inside Qintel
Q: What does a Senior Director of National Security Operations do?
Damon explains his role focusing on government-facing operations, integrating cyber capabilities with traditional intelligence tradecraft and coordinating with partners and conferences, while maintaining a strong emphasis on human-enabled data collection and operations.
Tailored Intelligence From the Deep: Inside Qintel
Q: What is Qintel and what does your business do?
Keith and Damon describe Qintel as a data technology company that provides global ISR-focused capabilities, emphasizing attribution, data collection and processing, and a multi-use enterprise platform for both defense and law enforcement contexts.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Phoenix Cast

What is Phoenix Cast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program centers cybersecurity, technology, and innovation within military contexts, with frequent deep dives into government IT, defense modernization, and AI-enabled warfare. Episodes blend practical defense-facing topics (cyber operations, information warfare, and secure communications) with broader tech trends (AI tooling, vulnerability disclosure, and incident response) and often feature high-level military leaders, policy influencers, and industry experts. Noteworthy are its hands-on discussions about force modernization, cross-service collaboration, and the ethical implications of rapid AI adoption in national security. This mix is likely to appeal to defense IT professionals, military policymakers, and security practitioners see... more

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1. Tim Haugh
2. Arun Shankar
3. Steve Morello
4. Keith Mularski
5. Damon Mathews
6. Justin Helphenstine
7. Katie Moussouris
8. Lieutenant General Jerry Carter

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