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Armada Analysis - PodcastsArmada International Podcast: SPX - Redefining airborne connectivity for defence and securityDavid Robbins, Business Development Director for Data Links at SPX Communication Technologies, joins Thomas Withington to explore one of the biggest challenges facing modern defence and security teams: how to ensure reliable, secure communications across airborne platforms in contested environments. David introduces ECS Connect, a new capability that aggregates satellite, cellular, mesh, and traditional data links into a single, secure solution, reducing pilot workload and delivering near-100% reliability.Robust connectivity is crucial for safeguarding borders and enabling data-driven intelligence, particularly as threats escalate across regions such as Eastern Europe and the South China Sea.
2025-10-2709 minArmada Analysis - PodcastsMilitary Communications Podcast 4: Spectrum DominanceThe modern electromagnetic battlespace is becoming more distributed, more mobile and more lethal. As neer-peer adversaries continue to develop and deploy advanced electronic warfare capabilities – the ability for the warfighter to communicate and share data to achieve decision dominance in contested environments is mission-critical.
Silvus Technologies Jimi Henderson joins Armada’s military communications webpage and monthly newsletter editor Dr. Thomas Withington on this special podcast to explore these dynamic challenges. Learn how Silvus Technologies is responding with new & uniquely integrated MANET radio solutions, manned/unmanned systems teaming and advanced LPI/LPD and Anti-Jamming resiliency capabilities that are empowering the warf...
2024-06-1112 minArmada Analysis - PodcastsArmada International Podcast 2: Counter-small UAS in current operationsTim Elliott, Head of Sales and Business Development, and Rob Hall, Product Management Lead at L3Harris in Tewkesbury and Fleet join Dr. Thomas Withington to address the many challenges presented by small UAS threats in today’s battlefield and explore how L3Harris’ CORVUS C-sUAS capabilities are helping to support such missions.
2024-05-0718 minArmada Analysis - PodcastsMilitary Communications Podcast 3: Achieving Spectrum DominanceAs near-peer adversaries continue to develop and deploy advanced electronic warfare capabilities, the warfighter’s ability to operate in congested and contested electromagnetic spectrum environments has emerged as a critical need.
Silvus Technologies Jimi Henderson joins Armada’s military communications webpage and monthly newsletter editor Dr. Thomas Withington on this special podcast to examine the challenges of establishing and using tactical communications networks in congested and contested environments. We look at how Silvus Technologies is responding to those challenges to provide the security, speed, reliability, and electronic warfare resiliency needed to achieve Spectrum Dominance.
2023-08-0111 min
Armada Analysis - PodcastsTactical Communications Podcast 1: Finding MIMOWe are delighted to launch Armada’s new series of Military Communications podcasts. In our first episode we dive into the world of Multiple-In, Multiple-Out radio.
Better known as MIMO, this innovative tactical communications technology is making its presence felt in the defence sector. However, you may be unaware of MIMO and how it operates? Jack Moore, vice president of business development for US special operations command and the US Army at Persistent Systems explains how this technology works. Persistent Systems is a leader in MIMO technology for the military and civilian markets.
2022-06-0905 min
Pick Me!PickMe! Picks on the Present - June '22It's a new month which means a new episode of our news program, PickMe! Picks on the Present! This month TJW and Dusty are going to cover three different topics and run their mouths for nearly an hour because a bunch of bad shit is going down and they feel you need as many of their good takes as you can get. On this very non-controversial episode, we tackle gas prices, gun control, and abortion. Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
2022-06-0556 minArmada Analysis - PodcastsElectronic Warfare Podcast 20: EW Live Forges AheadIn our latest Electronic Warfare podcast, we catch up with John Longhurst, CEO of TangentLink, to talk about this year’s forthcoming EW Live event.
As previously, this year’s event will be held in the city of Tartu, southern Estonia. EW Live will run from 19th to 22nd September. The event will include live demonstrations, an exhibition and conference. More information regarding the event can be found on TangentLink’s webpage.
2022-06-0205 minPick Me!Episode 16 - Season 4 FinaleSeason 4 wraps up this week with host TJW explaining what he would take over money for producing his show. It's really just a clever way for him to review a musical group, a TV show, and of course a podcast or three. Short episode, but packed full of good recommendations like: - Behind the Bastards (https://www.iheart.com/podcast/105-behind-the-bastards-29236323/) - Musical artist The Flobots - Improv comedy TV show Whose Line Is It Anyway? - Whose Line Highlights podcast (https://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-whose-line-highlights-74313892/) ...
2022-05-2922 minPick Me!Episode 15 - SpaceGot a great one this week as fellow podcasters Sally and Kita from Homicide Worldwide join us to talk about the Final Frontier! After speculating about the future of space travel, TJW then reviews TWO podcasts: - We Fix Space Junk (https://battlebird.productions/) - Space Rocket History (https://www.spacerockethistory.com/) Today's episode includes a return to Self-Promotion Corner for our podcast host guests and a special Direct Response to a podcast we've heard about on here before... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack...
2022-05-2254 minPick Me!Episode 14 - Alternative HistoryA shorter episode his week, but it is jam packed with information! Alternate histories are always fun to think about, and they are on everyone's mind with the recent release of the Dr. Strange movie. So today host TJW is going to tae you through three other pieces of media that deal with this subject. Today we reveiw: - The PrimeVideo series "The Man in the High Castle - "A Fork in Time" podcast (https://www.aforkintimepodcast.com/) - "What if... The Book of Alternative History" magazine (https://www.goodreads.com...
2022-05-1523 minPick Me!Episode 13 - The 2022 NFL Draft... and More!Do you like football? Did you watch the draft? Then maybe you'll love our takes as host TJW and his friend Matt dive into all the intriguing events of the past weekend. Before that however, we are going to review a podcast because that's our thing. And we have a great one lined up: The Strikeout Beer Podcast! (https://strikeoutbeer.com/) We waste no time this episode and get right into the review and then spend a good chunk of time talking football and trying hard not to be homers... Logo credit: TJW
2022-05-0840 minArmada Analysis - PodcastsElectronic Warfare Podcast 19: Finger on the PulseThe dangers of the electromagnetic pulse are back on the agenda, fortunately, technology is helping to mitigate this threat.
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in late February and the accompanying nuclear sabre-rattling of her president Vladimir Putin is refocusing attention on the Electromagnetic Pulse (EMP). The EMP is a potentially devastating surge of electricity accompanying a nuclear explosion. It can wreck unshielded electronics and electrical systems. Meanwhile, the nuclear ambitions of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea and the Islamic Republic of Iran also bring the EMP threat into stark relief.
In our latest Arma...
2022-05-0510 minPick Me!PickMe! Picks on the Present - May '22Season 4 is back with a new format! From now on we are going to be starting each month off with our new current events show, PickMe! Picks on the Present! This month TJW and Dusty give their good takes on some of the bad shit going on today, including Elon Musk buying Twitter and the Indiana AG suing BLM. And we've got plenty to say. Join us as we give you what you've always wanted... News with Cussing! Tune in and let's Pick on the Present! Logo credit: TJW Theme credit...
2022-05-0140 minPick Me!PickMe! Picks on the Present - April '22We've made our monthly current events show available to all listeners! Starting this month, get our good takes on all the bad shit going on in the world with host TJW and his friend Dusty as they pick recent stories in the news and then rail on them. In the end, we may even come up with some solutions.. This month we cover suspension of the gas tax and what to do with all this student loan debt. There will be cursing. Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my...
2022-04-1732 minPick Me!Announcing Adult Animation April (Fools)!Since last months #MegaMovieMarch was so successful, we decided to forego our planned break and begin preparing for a new series, #AdultAnimationApril! For this special episode, join host TJW and his friend Andy as they debate what adult animation shows deserve their own episodes on one of the four Sundays in April. Will your favorite be picked? Then be sure to tune in on Sunday to find out if this is even really happening... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
2022-04-0128 minArmada Analysis - PodcastsElectronic Warfare Podcast 18: Cold SpaceThe United States and Soviet Union poured billions of dollars into signals intelligence satellites during the Cold War.
These spacecraft were an invulnerable and invaluable means of collecting signals intelligence from their rivals.
Yet much of their work was in secret. Today, three decades on from the end of the Cold War, we are starting to learn more about the work of these satellites as documents are declassified and experts share their stories.
In our latest Electronic Warfare Podcast, we chat to Dr. Dwayne Day, a space historian who has written extensively on...
2022-04-0111 minPick Me!#MegaMovieMarch 4 - The TerminatorDid you know that James Cameron has brought us more than just Titanic and Avatar? This week TJW and guest Austin "Shazam" from the Nerd It Through The Grapevine podcast discuss Mr. Cameron's first major hit, one that became it's own mega movie franchise, The Terminator! As we dodge Skynet's influence, we review a podcast about this universe called No Fate: A Terminator Podcast (https://nofatepodcast.com/) TJW then puts his guest on the last "hot seat" of the series... Note: We are taking a it of a break after this episode! See...
2022-03-2743 minPick Me!#MegaMovieMarch 3 - The MCUThis week for #MegaMovieMarch, we dive into the Marvel Cinematic Universe! After host TJW introduces his TWO guests, they shit-talk DC and speculate about the MCU. TJ then reviews the excellent The Abingers podcast (https://www.abingerspodcast.com/), one that everyone who loves the MCU will enjoy! Logo Credit: TJW Theme Credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creatvity
2022-03-2051 minPick Me!#MegaMovieMarch 2 - Jurassic ParkWhat's YOUR favorite dinosaur? As kids, we all loved dinos, so TJW made sure to include the Jurassic Park/World universe in our #MegaMovieMarch series! Join TJ and guest Tony from the Flicks Xrays podcast (https://flicksxrayed.com/) as we discuss dinosaurs, these movies, and what we may see in the future from this franchise. The podcast reviewed today is See Jurassic Right (https://www.acast.com/jurassicright) and our host will get into how impressed his is with THIS host's passion! After the review, stick around to listen to our...
2022-03-1341 min
Pick Me!(TEASER) PickMe! Picks on the Present - MarchHere's a teaser of what's coming out on our Patreon this weekend! TJW and his friend Dusty get together again to give their good takes on the bad shit that's happening today. For mor details, and to sign up and hear the full episode and gain access to even more exclusive content, visit www.patreon.com/pickmepod
2022-03-1303 minPick Me!#MegaMovieMarch 1 - Lord of the RingsReturn to Middle Earth with host TJW and Contributor Jake as #MegaMovieMarch kicks off with the greatest fantasy series of all time. Together, they will get into both sets of trilogies and speculate on the new upcoming Amazon series. After discussing their nerdy opinions at length, they then review the great LotR podcast The Council of Elrond (https://open.spotify.com/show/2q3fDypKZKdSPCPprU98n6) We wrap up by putting Jake on a hot seat... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
2022-03-0642 minArmada Analysis - PodcastsElectronic Warfare Podcast 17: Chinese WhispersChinese electronic warfare is an enigmatic subject. Important new research sheds light on how the People’s Liberation Army’s land forces see EW.
Sam Cranny-Evans is a research analyst at London’s Royal United Services Institute. He recently published some interesting new research on People’s Liberation Army (PLA) land forces electronic warfare. We catch up with with Mr. Cranny-Evans in our latest Armada EW podcast. We talk about the PLA’s EW doctrine and posture, and the importance of electronic warfare to the Chinese way of war. Mr. Cranny-Evans’ research can be found here.
2022-03-0309 min
Pick Me!Episode 6 - TechnologyWelcome to the future! Or what's left of it. Host TJW will be joined by Dane from the Nerd It Through The Grapevine podcast to talk about what technology means to us today. We'll then get into reviewing a podcast that discusses what it will mean to us tomorrow! We've reviewed Infinite Void (www.the-infinite-void.om) before back in 2020, but we just had to talk about their "Future of Humanity" which concluded just a couple months ago. TJW then, against his will, does a miniscule amount of begging... Logo credit: TJW ...
2022-02-2748 min
Pick Me!PickMe! Picks the Best #1 (Teaser)Take a sneak peak at our latest exclusive content! On PickMe! Picks the Best!, TJW is going to present and discuss with his guest the top three examples of either very specific or mundane things. Then there will be banter. Let hilarity ensue. This month, our guest is Noel from the Nevergames! (https://thenevergames.com/) If you like this little teaser and want more, inquire at www.patreon.com/pickmepod to become a supporter and get access to this and more premium content!
2022-02-2706 minPick Me!Episode 5 - ComedyWe're gonna make you laugh AND think in this one! TJW is joined by one of the hosts of The Nevergames Podcast (Noel) and together they will break down what's funny these days, what is influencing comedy in our new world, and why Des Moines is preferable to Akron. After a chat, we will review a great comedy podcast called Hey Riddle Riddle! (https://www.heyriddleriddle.com/) TJW will then prove his worthiness as a guest by doing some "improv"... Links! - The Nevergames Podcast (https://thenevergames.com/) ...
2022-02-2045 minPick Me!Episode 4 - LoveHost TJW drags his wife Jennifer onto the show again, but this time to talk about love... after all, it's almost Valentine's Day! Once we go through the dark origin of the traditions of thia holiday, we review a podcast whose take on love is anything but traditional, Normalizing Nonmonogamy (https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/) Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
2022-02-1328 minPick Me!UNLOCKED! PickMe! Picks on the PresentUnlocked exclusive content! Our first stab at the news! Join TJW and his friend Dusty as they tackle current events once a month on our Patreon! This month released free to get you hooked... February 2022; Topics include a bunch of snow, Indiana's failure to legalize marijuana, and why the recent events in Ukraine may or may not lead to the long awaited World War 3. Enjoy! Become a supporter to hear next month's good takes on the bad shit happening, and so much more! www.patreon.com/pickmepod
2022-02-0735 minPick Me!Episode 3 - Video gamesLog in to hear host TJW and guest Betty Boom from the NightmareTown podcast discuss video games and the gaming world. Then hear the review for Remember The Game? (https://www.rememberthegamepodcast.com/) Afterward, hear TJ pitch his idea for a new game... NOTE: Please forgive a change in Betty Boom's audio at a point. Technology can be a bitch sometimes. Link to PickMe!'s Patreon: www.Patreon.com/pickmepod Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
2022-02-0640 minArmada Analysis - PodcastsElectronic Warfare Podcast 16: Where Eagles DareAuthor and historian Mike Guardia joins us to discuss his latest book Skybreak looking at the career of the US Air Force’s F-15Cs during Operation Desert Storm.
Mr. Guardia specifically looks at the McDonnell Douglas/Boeing F-15C Eagle combat aircraft flown by the US Air Force’s 58th Fighter Wing. These jets supported the air campaign accompanying the eviction of Iraq from Kuwait by a US-led coalition in 1991.
We talk about the important role of the aircraft’s electronic warfare systems and radars during their deployment. Mr. Guardia is an old friend of the...
2022-02-0308 minArmada Analysis - PodcastsElectronic Warfare Podcast 15: Concept AlbumThe concept of operations philosophy is migrating to the world of defence system research, design and development.
Traditionally the Concept of Operations (CONOPS) approach is associated with a commander’s intent on the battlefield. What are their goals, how will they be achieved and what are their assumptions?
In our latest podcast, we catch up with Mack McKinney of smoothprojects.org. Mr. McKinney is an experienced teacher who has trained thousands of students during his career. He specialises in applying the CONOPS approach to system design and development. He shares with us how CONOPS can he...
2022-02-0310 minPick Me!Episode 2 - CatsThe internet is all about cats, and this week so is PickMe! For the first time, TJW brings on another podcast host as a guest to talk about the topic AND review a podcast! Today we review The Community Cats Podcast (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/) and then to try and get the host to beign him on for a guest spot, TJ will tell the touching story of his very first kitty... Today's Guest: Dragon of Penance RPG (https://www.penancerpg.com/) Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my...
2022-01-3031 minPick Me!Episode 1 - PodcastsWelcome back, listeners! Season 4 starts with host TJW getting more meta than ever... he's going to review podcasts about podcasts! After an exhaustive search, he found a pair of great examples, both relatively new shows that he feels anyone who enjoys podcasts will love! Today we'll review: - The Pod Club (https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-the-pod-club-90218429/) - Podcasting Sucks! (https://www.podcastingsucks.com/) TJW will also discuss the big changes in store for 2022, so be sure to listen in and get the scoop... Logo credit: TJW
2022-01-2329 minArmada Analysis - PodcastsElectronic Warfare Podcast 14: Lightning Reflexes!In our latest podcast we chat to Norm Wade, author of Cyberspace Operations and Electronic Warfare, and owner of The Lightning Press.
The Armada postbox was recently graced with the arrival of Norm Wade’s Cyberspace Operations and Electronic Warfare book. Published by The Lightning Press, of which Mr. Wade is the owner, the book is an excellent primer on these two facets of war.
Clear, concise and augmented with excellent diagrams and graphics, the book is an indispensable addition to the bookshelves of anyone with an interest in electronic and cyber warfare. The work is...
2022-01-0506 min
Pick Me!PickMe! Reacts to Matrix ResurrectionsA new Matrix movie has dropped, and like good little nerds, we have watched it and formed strong opinions that we'd like to share! A couple weeks ago, host TJW and PickMe! Contributor Jake picked apart and lambasted the original Matrix sequels from 2003 in anticipation of The Matrix Resurrections' release. Then we promised to drop a reaction to the new movie... and we keep our promises! Find out what we liked, what we didn't, and why Glenn Howerton should have been in this film... or is it a film?? *** SPOILERS @ 19:00 on timestamp! ***
2021-12-2438 min
Pick Me!UNLOCKED! - Anatoly Fomenko and his New Chronology w/ Mr. Bunker'sHappy holidays, listeners! We do hope the season treats you well! And speaking of treats, we have unlocked one of our exclusive episodes from www.patreon.com/pickmepod and made it available to all to enjoy in this joyous time! In this premium content, I invited Andy and Art from Mr. Bunker's Conspiracy Time Podcast to join me as we discuss the Russian mathematician Anatoly Fomenko and his theory about an alternate timeline. Who gets erased from history? Who is to blame? And will anyone be convinced it's true? Listen to find out...
2021-12-2346 min
Pick Me!PickMe! Picks Apart The Matrix SequelsIn just a couple weeks, the world of The Matrix is reborn when The Matrix Resurrections comes out right before Christmas. So even though we are in between seasons, we thought it would be a perfect time to give listeners some new content and Pick Apart the Matrix Sequels! Host TJW and Contributor Jake will break down both Matrix Reloaded and Revolutions - we discuss what went wrong and why they are mostly terrible, but also what we can expect to see from the new movie given the events of the past. Join us for...
2021-12-121h 34
Pick Me!Episode 15 - The Season 3 FinaleSeason 3 comes to a close as TJW brings his friend Andy on to talk Dungeons and Dragons! Andy was charged with finding a good D&D podcast to review, and he found a great one called Critical Hit (https://majorspoilers.com/category/critical-hit/). After reviewing the podcast, both TJW and Andy continue the conversation by breaking down some of their own experiences being the Dungeon Master... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
2021-11-1432 min
Pick Me!#AllHallowsMonth - October Spooky Special! Part 5The big day is here! It's Halloween! And since we've been celebrating and reviewing spooky podcasts all month long, this episode we're gonna have a round table chat! Hosts from other podcasts, some of which we've reviewed this month, are stopping by to talk all things Halloween with us! Listen as we talk with hosts of: - Drinking and Screaming - NightmareTown - Nerd It Through The Grapevine After the discussions, TJW will finish up our all original spooky tale, The 12 Doors of Halloween! And there's a twist as...
2021-10-311h 05
Pick Me!PickMe! Picks Apart James Wan's MalignantAs part of our Halloween celebration this month, host TJW and Contributor Jake sat down and watched one of 2021's most anticipated horror movies - James Wan's Malignant. THIS REVIEW IS SPOILER FREE! First, we'll talk about why we love horror movies, and then get into the details of this movie. If you want to unlock the full version, complete with spoilers and our full takes, visit www.patreon.com/pickmepod
2021-10-2523 min
Pick Me!#AllHallowsMonth - October Spooky Special! Part 4The time has come for this podcast to do something it has never done... Review true crime! And despite host TJW's apparent distaste for True Crime podcasts... for reasons... the Halloween season seems a perfect time to listen to one! So this week, Contributor Jake will join us and review: - Murder Dictionary (https://www.patreon.com/MurderDictionaryPodcast) Then the episode ends with the latest part of our on-going all original Halloween story... Logo Credit: TJW Theme Credit: Garageband loop and my lack of creativity
2021-10-2431 min
Pick Me!#AllHallowsMonth - October Spooky Special! Part 3The month is half over and the temperature is dropping, but here on PickMe! things are just heating up! This episode reviews a couple podcasts all about telling spooky stories or talking about haunted places that can be shared around a campfire! These include: - NightmareTown (https://www.nightmaretownpodcast.com/) Haunt Her? I Barely Know Her! (https://hauntheribarelyknowher.com/) After the reviews, we continue with Part 3 of our on-going story, The 12 Doors of Halloween, and you get to see which door the audience has chosen to be opened... Logo...
2021-10-1726 min
Pick Me!#AllHallowsMonth - October Spooky Special! Part 2More Halloween special, more podcast reviews! Let TJW keep getting you in the spooky season spirit with more podcasts that review and talk horror! - The Swearwolves (https://theswearwolves.com/) - Trick or Treat Radio (http://trickortreatradio.com/) - FriGay the 13th (https://www.frigay13.com/) We also continue our original 5-part story; listen and help decide where the story goes... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity Patreon Link: www.patreon.com/pickmepod
2021-10-1027 min
Pick Me!#AllHallowsMonth - October Spooky Special! Part 1October is here! Time to kick off our Spooky Special and celebrate Halloween all month! On today's episode to get you in the mood, we bring reviews of podcasts that review horror movies! - Drinking and Screaming (https://www.drinkingandscreaming.com/) - Real Horrorshow Podcast (https://www.realhorrorshow.com/) Also get a chance to pick new segment music for Direct Response, and hear the first installment of our original Halloween story... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
2021-10-0329 min
Pick Me!Episode 9 - BooksIf you're a book nerd, today's podcast is just for you. We are reviewing podcasts all about books! - Broads and Books (https://www.broadsandbooks.com/) - Drunk Guys Book Club (https://drunkguysbookclub.com/) Then in order to prove himself worthy of guest spots, host TJW will decide once and for all what the best genre of book is... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
2021-09-1221 min
Pick Me!Episode 8 - Regular FolksSo many podcasts to get through today! TJW salutes the regular people in this week's episode because he's tired of people worshipping celebrities. Podcasts by normal folk reviewed today include: - So This Is Me Trying (https://podbay.fm/p/so-this-is-me-trying) - The Unexceptionals (https://the-unexceptionals.simplecast.com/) - Keep It 100 w/ Dakota & Chorsie (https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/3202033) Our last segment will raise awareness and profile an excellent podcast that is sadly coming to an end... - A Few Bad Apples (https://afewbadapplespodcast.com/) Logo credit: TJW ...
2021-09-0532 min
Pick Me!Episode 7 - A Look BackIn this episode, we are going to check back in with some of TJW's favorite podcasts he's reviewed, these from back in Season 1. We remind you what these podcasts are about and see what they're up to now... and why you should still be listening! We take a fresh look at: - The Wonder Women (https://thewonderwomenpodcast.com/) - The Nevergames (https://thenevergames.com/) - Hysteria 51 (http://hysteria51.com/) After the reviews, we will talk about what is in store for October and beyond for PickMe!... Logo credit: TJW
2021-08-2925 min
Pick Me!Episode 6 - DogsA solemn and short episode this week, but we're dedicating it to dogs! I love puppies and found the best podcast about Man's Best Friend: We Don't Deserve Dogs (https://thepodglomerate.com/shows/we-dont-deserve-dogs/) Host TJW will then take the time to memorialize the life of the best dog ever, and it's gonna get sad... just a warning! Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
2021-08-2215 min
Pick Me!Episode 5 - Fan FictionThis week host TJW brings on a guest to chat about fan fiction! We'll talk about what you can find out there and where before we review a great podcast dedicated to the topic: - Suck My (Fan) Fic! (https://tunein.com/podcasts/Comedy-Podcasts/suck-my-(fan)-fic-p1189337/) The show wraps up as TJW tries to prove his worth as a guest on such a podcast by writing and reading his own original fan fiction... Logo Credit: TJW Theme Credit: Garageband Loops and my lack of creativity
2021-08-1537 min
Pick Me!Episode 4 - SportsYay, Sportsball! This week we're looking at sports and podcasts about them! And 3 of the 4 reviewed today are from Canada... this was not planned, but we're happy it happened. Contributor Jake will also stop by and will discuss the NBA draft, fantasy football, and more with our host TJW. Podcasts reviewed this week are: - Scotch N Sports (https://www.podpage.com/scotch-n-sports/episodes/) - Black Girls Talk Sports (https://blackgirlstalksports.com/) - Uhh, Basketball? (https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/uhh-basketball-1164647) - Ballers, Beers, and Banter (https://radiopublic.com/ballers-beers-banter-nfl-fantas-Woqblx) Logo...
2021-08-0138 min
Pick Me!Episode 3 - ScienceThis episode is about science! Host TJW goes off about the scientific method! He then reviews: - The Mad Scientist Podcast (https://www.themadscientistpodcast.com/) - Inquiring Minds (https://inquiring.show/) In an attempt to then show how much he digs the scientific method, TJ breaks down how he discovers and chooses what podcasts to review... (This episode contains some shouldn't-be-controversial after-credits content) Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
2021-07-2540 min
Pick Me!Episode 2 - MoviesSeason 3 rolls on as we review podcasts about movies! After host TJW talks about what cinema means to the world, we'll get right into reviewing: - Shocked & Applaud (https://www.shockedandapplaud.com/) - Gutting the Sacred Cow (https://guttingthesacredcow.com/) After the reviews, TJW will reveal his favorite movies AND the worst movie he's ever seen... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
2021-07-1831 min
Pick Me!Episode 1 - Pop CultureWelcome to Season 3! We're gonna open this season talking about pop culture podcasts! First, TJW will do a little housecleaning, but then three podcast reviews to kick off season 3! today we'll profile: - Nerd It Through The Grapevine (https://www.buzzsprout.com/124031) - The Oblivion Bar: A Nerd Culture Podcast (https://www.facebook.com/OblivionBarPod/) - Language of Bromance (http://languageofbromance.com/) We will also have a nice chat with the hosts of one of the podcasts we review! Welcome back, listeners... Logo Credit: TJW Theme Credit...
2021-07-1150 minArmada Analysis - PodcastsElectronic Warfare Podcast 13: Hello again, Dr. Jones!The RV Jones Institute is working hard to foster excellence in electromagnetic spectrum operations.
The institute takes its name from Dr. Reginald Jones, the assistant director of intelligence for science at the UK’s Air Ministry during the Second World War.
In this edition of Armada International’s Electronic Warfare podcast we catch up with Melinda and Steve Tourangeau. Ms. Tourangeau is the chair of the institute’s board of directors and the institute’s executive director, while Mr. Tourangeau is the institute’s dean. They talk to us about the organisation’s important work and how memb...
2021-07-0815 minArmada Analysis - PodcastsElectronic Warfare Podcast 12: Clear and ConciseThe EMSOpedia is a welcome edition to the canon of electromagnetic support operations literature. It is the subject of our latest Armada EW podcast.
Electronic warfare is notorious for its complex lexicon. As part of its 70th birthday celebrations Elettronica has developed the EMSOpedia (Electromagnetic Support Operations Encyclopedia). This valuable online resource is a one-stop shop for clear and concise definitions of electronic warfare terminology.
In our latest EW podcast we catch up with Daniela Pistoia, Elettronica’s corporate chief scientist, and head of the EMSOpedia’s scientific committee. She tells us about the EMSOpedia’s scope...
2021-07-0708 min
Pick Me!PickMe! Picks Apart Space Jam 96Get ready to see the new Space Jam movie that comes out next month by hearing two guys pick apart the old one! TJW and PickMe! contributor Jake take an hour of your day to remind you how crazy 1996 actually was, show that deep down MJ knows he sucks at baseball, and make time for gratuitous Bill Murray praise. Oh, and we'll review the movie. Included in today's episode will be a preview of what you can expect to see in Season 3 and a breakdown of the criteria which we will use to do this again in...
2021-06-271h 03
Pick Me!Podcaster's Choice! Part 4On this fourth and last part of the Podcaster's Choice series, TJW talks with the hosts of on of his favorite podcasts, Hysteria 51! This episode will get the point of view from hosts of a podcast with thousands of weekly listeners. They will share their story of how they got where they are, and how they keep it going! After they give their podcast recommendations, PickMe!'s host will walk through what lessons he has taken from this series to apply to his own show... Learn more about Hysteria 51: http://hysteria51.com/
2021-05-0243 min
Pick Me!Podcaster's Choice! Part 3On the third installment of our Podcaster's Choice series, we take a look at how podcasting can introduce you to a supportive community as we chat with Betty Boom of Nightmaretown. She will share her story of perseverance and discovery as she describes her mulit-year podcasting journey! She also highly recommends some shows from her local podcasting community... Learn more about Nightmaretown: https://anchor.fm/nightmaretownpodcast/support Podcast recommendations this episode: - Nerd It Through the Grapevine: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1240313 - Haunt Her, I Barely Know H...
2021-04-2531 min
Pick Me!Podcaster's Choice! Part 2As our Podcaster's Choice series continues, we have on the hosts of a show that's lasted over 100 episodes and is still going. We'll talk about what it's like to maintain a podcast for that long, and how adding uniqueness in varying ways can help a podcast grow an audience. These hosts will also reveal what podcasts they listen to... Learn more about Mr. Bunker's: https://www.mrbunkersconspiracytime.com/ Podcast recommendations: - Milk Street Radio: https://www.177milkstreet.com/radio - Omnibus: https://www.omnibusproject.com/ ...
2021-04-1849 min
Pick Me!Podcaster's Choice! Part 1We're excited to kick off our Podcaster's Choice series with a chat with the Wonder Women! We will talk about how these hosts planned their show, the steps they took to get ready for their initial release, and more! After we talk shop, TJW will grill them about what they like in podcasts they listen to, and get a couple recommendations... Learn about The Wonder Women: https://thewonderwomenpodcast.com/ Podcast recommendations: - Nog Jog: https://nogjog.buzzsprout.com/ - Everything's Alive: https://www.everythingisalive.com/ ...
2021-04-1141 min
Pick Me!PickMe! Picks Apart the Snyder CutWe watched it. All four hours. And now host TJW and PickMe! contributor Jake are gonna break down The Snyder Cut. First we'll review the whole DCEU before tackling this original version of the Justice League flop from 2017. We'll explain how and why The Snyder Cut exists, and then go section by section and talk about what worked, what didn't, and most importantly, what's worth watching. We'll also speculate on what DC fans may expect from here. ***CONTAINS SPOILERS!*** Don't say we didn't warn you! Logo Credit: TJW Theme Credit: Garageband...
2021-04-041h 35
Pick Me!Episode 15 - Season 2 FinaleSeason 2 has been fun, but it must come to an end sometime, and that time is now. TJW has friends on as guests to talk about some of the shows the have been reviewed this season! We will talk more Star Trek, more Frasier, try to rank some animated shows, and finally cover procedurals and sneak in one more podcast review of The On-Call Room (https://www.theoncallroompod.com/), a fun show about Grey's Anatomy! Stick around after the outro for some extra content... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of...
2021-03-141h 18
Pick Me!Episode 14 - The MCUThis week, we dive into the MCU and discuss the TV shows that have come out of it. And of course we found a podcast about it, too. TJW will review Level 7 Access (https://level7access.libsyn.com/) , a great podcast for any Marvel fan, and then we'll go through which of the series are worth your time while you wait for new movies to come out... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
2021-03-0726 min
Pick Me!Episode 13 - The West WingTrigger warning: Politics! That's because we're talking about The West Wing and a couple podcasts about it: West Wing Fandom (https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8zYjQ1NGQzYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw==) and The West Wing Thing (https://westwingthing.libsyn.com/) TJW will also trash a couple characters from the show he repeatedly professes to really love... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
2021-02-2824 min
Pick Me!Episode 12 - Modern SitcomsAfter another special, it's good to get back to our regular reviews! This episode we'll look at some modern comedies, and the podcasts What the Fork (https://www.stitcher.com/show/what-the-fork-exploring-the-good-place) about The Good Place and Schitt's and Giggles (https://www.facebook.com/schittsandgiggles/) about Schitt's Creek. Also, Jake will stop by again and we'll talk football briefly before discussing It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia and the podcast Paddy's Pod (https://paddyspod.libsyn.com/). Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
2021-02-2138 min
Pick Me!Star Trek Special - Part 3Our last episode about Star Trek will focus on the modern Trek - Discovery, Picard, and Lower Decks. We also found a great podcast that covers all three: Star Trek Discovery Pod! (https://startrekpod.libsyn.com/) TJW will also note what is upcoming for Star Trek before going off on a very avoidable but spoiler-filled rant at the very end... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
2021-02-1437 min
Pick Me!Star Trek Special - Part 2Huge show! TJW talks DS9, Voyager, and Enterprise, then reviews 4 podcasts! Does The Rankings for them all! Shows reviewed include: Keeping Up With the Cardassians (https://www.keepingupcardassians.com/) The People v Star Trek Voyager (https://www.shadeauxpublicradio.com/pvstv) The Janeway (https://holosuitemedia.com/category/podcasts/thejaneway/) Star Trek Stuff: Enterprise (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/star-trek-stuff-enterprise/id1525039343) We also get another Direct Response segment, and TJ presents a Star Trek thought experiment that will surely get him a guest spot... Link for GoFundMe: https...
2021-02-0748 minArmada Analysis - PodcastsElectronic Warfare Podcast 11: Russia's Iron SkyA new authoritative report on Russia’s Western Military District gives useful insight on the air defence posture of this robustly defended region.
In our latest Armada EW Podcast we chat to defence analyst and director of Rochan Consulting Konrad Muzyka.
An expert on the Russian military, his new report entitled Russia’s Forces in the Western Military District (WMD) provides a much needed, detailed analysis of Russia’s military capabilities in the WMD. Of particular interest is the district’s air defence posture.
Mr. Muzyka sheds some valuable light on these important, but often mis...
2021-02-0407 min
Pick Me!Star Trek Special - Part 1BIG SHOW! This is the first in our series about Star Trek, the most popular TV series of all time! TJW will discuss what Trek has meant to the world, and then review three podcasts that are guaranteed to delight Trekkies: This Week in Trek (https://www.thisweekintrek.com/), Rachel Watches Star Trek (https://www.rachelwatchesstartrek.com/), and The Next Conversation (https://www.patreon.com/startrektnc) We'll wrap up with special guest Andy Secunda, co-host of TNC, stopping by for a bit of a chat. This episode is gonna be a bit longer, people...
2021-01-311h 03
Pick Me!Episode 8 - Sci-FiThis week, in a raspy voice, TJW talks his favorite genre, science fiction. Doing so, we'll review two podcasts, Battlestar Galacticast (https://www.syfy.com/tags/battlestar-galacticast) and Tribe of Two (https://baldmove.com/tag/tribe-of-two/). Then Jake is back because he demands LOST be considered science fiction, makes a good case, then presents a review of The Storm (https://www.stormpodcast.com/) Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
2021-01-2430 min
Pick Me!Episode 7 - Adult CartoonsWe're talking adult animation today! No, not hentai... cartoon sitcoms like Futurama, Family Guy, and Rick and Morty! And we've found great podcasts about them too... Three reviews in this on, brah! Another Lousy Millennium (https://www.almpod.com/), Those Good Old-fashioned Values (https://www.patreon.com/tgofv), and Interdimentional RSS (https://rickandmortypod.com/) are the shows we talk about! Then TJ will propose the ultimate Top Ten list and try to rope these podcasters into helping him... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
2021-01-1724 min
Pick Me!Episode 6 - Streaming DramaWe ring in 2021 with a slew of announcements concerning the future of the show, then we review a couple modern dramas spawned by the Age of Streaming. Podcasts reviewed will be Red All Over (https://www.facebook.com/redallover/), a show about The Handmaid's Tale and Into The Expanse (http://roguetwomedia.com/show/into-the-expanse/) which reviews The Expanse. We'll end with a new segment TJ calls 'Direct Response'... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
2021-01-1023 minArmada Analysis - PodcastsElectronic Warfare Podcast 10: You say you want a revolution?Revolution is in the air in the Asia-Pacific as defence industrial sectors in the region change and adapt to new strategic realities.
In our latest Armada Electronic Warfare Podcast we catch up with Tate Nurkin, non-resident senior fellow with Forward Defence at the at the Brent Scowcroft Centre for Strategy and Security of the Atlantic Council. Mr. Nurkin recently authored a publication entitled The Five Revolutions: Examining Defence Innovation in the Indo-Pacific Region. This report, which is sponsored by Thales, examines how technological change is affecting the defence-industrial domain in the region, including in the electronic warfare...
2021-01-0709 minArmada Analysis - PodcastsElectronic Warfare Podcast 9: The MANPADS MenaceThe ever-present threat of MANPADS attacks on civil aircraft continues to concentrate minds around the world and is the subject of our latest Armada EW podcast.
Since 1978 293 people have lost their lives in during attacks on civilian aircraft executed by Man-Portable Air Defence Systems. Bird Aerosystems produces self-defence equipment designed to protect civilian and military aircraft against these threats. Mr. Mazor shares his thoughts on the trajectory of the civilian counter-MANPADS market, its drivers and restraints in our latest Armada International Electronic Warfare podcast.
2021-01-0713 min
Pick Me!Sitcoms Pre-2000 Part 3In the last episode in our series about sitcoms from before 2000, and the last episode of Pick Me! for 2020, we get right in to introducing a podcast started by an actor of the show it covers called MASH Matters (https://mashmatterspodcast.com/) and reviewing another one that has a unique behind-the-scenes story that will warm your spirits! It's called Married With Children Podcast (https://www.horrorphilia.com/horrorphilia-network-of-podcasts-i-z/married-children-podcast/) Guess what sitcom its about? In our final segment of 2020, a freind will stop by to chew TJW out for dissing Sienfeld in Part 1, and he'll bring us...
2020-12-2031 min
Pick Me!Sitcoms Pre-2000 Part 2We continue our look at podcasts about sitcoms from before 2000, and narrow in a two of TJ's favorite shows: Frasier and The Golden Girls. Three reviews are jammed into this one as we check out Sophia's Choice (https://podbay.fm/p/sophias-choice-a-golden-girls-podcast) and Out on the Lanai (http://www.outonthelanai.com/), both shows about The Golden Girls, and Will and Jace: A Frasier Podcast (https://www.buzzsprout.com/639685) about, well obviously, Frasier. At the end, our host will push his so-called "networking capabilities"... Logo Credit: TJW Theme Credit: Garageband Loops and...
2020-12-1329 min
Pick Me!Sitcoms Pre-2000 Part 1In Part 1 of a series dedicated to podcasts about old sitcoms, TJW will take a look at why so many of these old shows have become popular again before reviewing the perfect podcast to lead off the series - Must Have Seen TV (https://play.acast.com/s/musthaveseentv) To end the episode, we propose the greatest crossover ideas... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
2020-12-0627 min
Pick Me!Episode 2 - South ParkTired but determined, TJW stayed up late to record a short dissertation on what he hates about the entertainment industry. But we still find time to review two great podcasts about South Park - The Spirit of South Park (https://thespiritofsouthpark.com/) and Suck My Balls (https://anchor.fm/suckmyballs). Things finish up with our host reveling his favorite South Park episodes... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
2020-11-2925 min
Pick Me!Episode 1 - The X-FilesWelcome to Season Two! We'll be covering podcasts about popular TV shows! On the first episode of the season, TJW will give a synopsis of what the X-Files means to Nerdom, and while reviewing Not Another X-Files Podcast (https://notanotherxfpod.libsyn.com/) and The X-Cast (https://play.acast.com/s/thexcast) we'll discuss shipping and Fan Fic. To wrap up, TJ will present a special surprise sure to please all X-Files fans with the help of a special guest...
2020-11-2227 minArmada Analysis - PodcastsElectronic Warfare Podcast 8: Getting to know MDOIn our latest Armada Electronic Warfare Podcast we catch up with Anthony Nigara of L3Harris to discuss how multifunction EW can help Multi-Domain Operations.
Descriptions differ but broadly speaking Armada defines Multi-Domain Operations, known as ‘MDO’ in Pentagon parlance, as integrated operations with sea, land, air and space forces at the tactical, operational and strategic levels enhanced by the integration of personnel, sensors and platforms for the rapid sharing of data.
This integration is intended to allow friendly forces to navigate the famous OODA (Observe, Orient, Decide and Act) loop of strategist Colonel John Boyd...
2020-11-1706 minArmada Analysis - PodcastsElectronic Warfare Podcast 7: The Cunning FoxbatThe Foxbat was one of the most feared and enigmatic aircraft of the Cold War. We chat to Mike Guardia, author of the new book Foxbat Tales: The MiG-25 in Combat about the aircraft’s innovative radar.
The MiG-25 (NATO reporting name Foxbat) combat aircraft first graced the skies in March 1964, entering service with the Soviet Air Force in 1970. Reaching top speeds of almost Mach Three (1,600 knots/3,000 kilometres-per-hour), the MiG-25 was a potent interceptor and reconnaissance aircraft.
For the Foxbat, speed was life. It had little in the way of self-protection, but it did have a...
2020-11-1107 min
Pick Me!Bonus Review and Season Two Intro!In a bonus mini-episode Halloween treat, TJW will brag about the success of the first season, then review one of the funniest shows he's stumbled across, The Wonder Women https://thewonderwomenpodcast.com/)! After assuring us he is no Chad, our host will go on to preview all of the exciting content lined up for Season Two of Pick Me! Bound to arrive just in time for the Holidays... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
2020-10-3115 minPick Me!A Pick Me! SpecialWe end our first season with a special episode where we review 4 brand new podcasts that have debuted since out first show. A we aren't limiting ourselves to conspiracy/parapolitical anymore, people! On this episode, we'll review: - My Momma Told Me (https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-my-momma-told-me-with-lan-69919303/) - The Never Games (https://thenevergames.com/) - The Infinite Void (https://the-infinite-void-podcast.simplecast.com/) - Strikes My Fancy (https://strikesmyfancy.podbean.com/) We will finish by providing the hosts of The Never Games a great idea for a new game...
2020-09-2724 min
Pick Me!Conspiracies - Season 1 FinaleThis is the last episode of our first series! Time has flown, but now we must wrap up our series on conspiracy and parapolitical podcasts. To end the series, TJ will discuss his three most believable and three most dangerous conspiracies, and suggest specific episodes from a number of podcasts he's reviewed (and some he hasn't) in which you can find more information on each topic. This episode is so grand and so informative, surely all the mentioned podcasts will want this knowledgeable host as a guest... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband...
2020-09-2147 min
Pick Me!Conspiracies - Episode 9In the ninth episode of our first series, we discuss aliens at length and again review two podcasts: Unknowable (https://unknowablepodcast.com/) Alien Theorists Theorizing (https://www.alientheorists.com/) Lastly, TJ will selflessly sacrifice his own life and the safety of our planet to not just entertain his listeners, but to prove his worth as a guest... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
2020-09-1334 min
Pick Me!Conspiracies - Episode 8In our eighth episode of ten focused on conspiracy theories, we dive into the possibilities and mysteries that exist in the study of our ancient past, and explain why its relevant to today's world. We review Cliff Dunning's Earth Ancients podcast (https://www.earthancients.com/), pick through some interesting episodes, and then I prove my worth by showing how much I know about Zechariah Sitchin, an influential author in the field... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
2020-09-0623 min
Pick Me!Conspiracies - Episode 7In our 7th episode of ten reviewing conspiracy podcasts, we hop across the seas and talk about two podcasts; one from the UK and one from Australia. After finding things to blame on our previous episode's guest and previewing what's to come for Pick Me! after this series, we will review: - Mysterious Universe from Australia (https://mysteriousuniverse.org/) - The Unexplained from the UK (https://theunexplained.tv/) We wrap up by trying to impress the hosts of these shows with a look at TJ's favorite mysteries from these countries... Audio...
2020-08-3033 min
Pick Me!Conspiracies - Episode 6On our 6th episode about conspiracies/parapolitical podcasts, we have a guest on the show for the first time! TJ's friend Jeremy joins Pick Me! to first discuss how truth has become a conspiracy and then profile Robert Evans and review the many podcasts he is a part of, including: - Behind the Bastards (www.iheart.com/podcast/105-behind-the-bastards-29236323/) - It Could Happen Here (www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-it-could-happen-here-30717896/) - Worst Year Ever (https://podnews.net/podcast/1478794003) TJ and Jeremy will also talk about specific Behind the Bastards episodes and how they are...
2020-08-2341 min
Pick Me!Conspiracies - Episode 5In our fifth part on conspiracies, we look at one that should be on everyone's list, skeptic or believer alike; Stuff They Don't Want You to Know (https://www.iheart.com/podcast/182-stuff-they-dont-want-you-t-26941221/) STDWYTK takes in-depth serious looks at conspiracies, and our host will rightfully shower praise. Oh, and they DO have new YouTube content, to answer a question posed in the episode! Finally, TJ will tell you how being a guest on this prestigious podcast could be exactly what the world needs... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garage Band loops and my...
2020-08-1625 min
Pick Me!Conspiracies - Episode 4Episode 4 of our ten part series on conspiracy podcasts covers one of the best out there, The Higherside Chats (https://www.thehighersidechats.com/), but first we inject some much needed structure into Pick Me! In an attempt to prove himself worthy of being a guest on a show that more seriously looks at conspiracies, TJ will finish by ranting about many of the conspiracies he has looked into and found interesting... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garage Band loops and my lack of creativity
2020-08-0939 min
Pick Me!Conspiracies - Episode 3Episode 3 of 10 in our first series in which we are reviewing conspiracy podcasts! And this week, we have an EXCLUSIVE! First, we'll talk about what it would take to make up your own conspiracy, then we get right into reviewing Mr. Bunker's Conspiracy Time Podcast (https://www.mrbunkersconspiracytime.com/). Ambitiously, we're reviewing two podcasts again! We will follow up Mr. Bunker's with a chat about The Lizard People Podcast (https://www.facebook.com/lizardpeople.podcast/), For a grand finale, I'll present a Pick Me! Exclusive story of a conspiracy I've uncovered in my own hometown...
2020-08-0237 min
Pick Me!Conspiracies - Episode 2Welcome Back! We cover in more detail the concept of parapolitical and how it affects our world. The podcast I Don't Speak German (https://idontspeakgerman.libsyn.com/) is then reviewed. Surprise! TWO podcasts are being reviewed this episode! We also discuss the hilarious QAnon Anonymous podcast (https://www.qanonanonymous.com/) after touching on what the QAnon conspiracy movement is about. We end with a little story time... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garage Band loops and my lack of creativity
2020-07-2632 minArmada Analysis - PodcastsArmada International Podcast 1: Operating Satcom Through a Helicopter’s Rotor DiscArmada International and Asian Military Review Editor-in-Chief Andrew Drwiega talks with Shaun Schaper, Cobham’s engineering specialist, about how an issue called rotor shadowing led Schaper to co-develop a new service called SB-Helo X-Stream, which enables satcom to operate effectively through the rotor disc of a helicopter.
2020-07-2227 minPick Me!Conspiracies - Episode 1SERIES ONE - Episode 1 Debut Episode! Content warning: I say the word "entertaining" entirely way too much. I will work on that. We introduce Pick Me! and what this podcast will be about. First series (of ten) will focus on conspiracy/parapolitical podcasts. We go on to review our first podcast, Hysteria 51 (http://hysteria51.com/) - Overview - Episode suggestions for first time listeners - Gimmicks The episode finishes as they always will; I beg to be a guest by trying to prove how well...
2020-07-1924 min
Pick Me!Introducing Pick Me!An introduction to a new podcast reviewing other podcasts where the host then begs to be a guest. Fun!
2020-07-1201 minArmada Analysis - PodcastsElectronic Warfare Podcast 6: Multi-Domain Operations DefinedMulti Domain Operations is a phrase thrown around with abandon, but just what does it mean? We talk to Dr. Bill Conley, Mercury Systems’ chief technology officer to find out.
Is MDO just a the latest series of buzzwords or a decisive paradigm shift? The US Department of Defence defines MDO as the rapid and continuous integration of all warfare domains. What does this mean for soldiers, and how is MDO becoming a reality?
2020-07-0705 min
Armada Analysis - PodcastsElectronic Warfare Podcast 5: Space-based RF sensing and analysisSpace-based RF sensing and analysis is democratising thanks to the influence of the private sector, no longer solely the domain of those nations rich or ambitious enough to retain such capabilities.
We talk to John Serafini, CEO of Hawkeye 360 about commercial Radio Frequency (RF) collection and RF data analytics, and hear his perspectives on how this industry is developing, its customer base, and how these services my evolve in the future.
2020-06-0111 min
Armada Analysis - PodcastsElectronic Warfare Podcast 4: David Gledhill talks about his new novel InfiltrationDavid Gledhill was a navigator on the Royal Air Force’s (RAF’s) McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom series fighter, and then on the RAF’s Panavia Tornado-F3 fighter.
He is now an accomplished author. He shared perspectives on his new Cold War thriller Infiltration, the latest in a series of books which puts the reader in the cockpit and in the middle of the action, giving a taste of what it was like to fly these iconic RAF fighters.
2020-05-2008 minArmada Analysis - PodcastsElectronic Warfare Podcast 3: In Conversation with COMINT Consulting’s Jim KilgallenIs our fixation with the latest and greatest electronic warfare technology in danger of overwhelming our need to support and nurture the human factor?
In our latest Armada EW Podcast we catch up with Jim Kilgallen, president and chief executive officer of COMINT Consulting. We discuss the pitfalls that an over-reliance on the latest technologies at the expense of fostering human endeavour can bring to the communications intelligence domain.
2020-04-3013 minArmada Analysis - PodcastsElectronic Warfare Podcast 2: Electrons in IdlibAlthough much of the world’s attention is distracted by the Covid-19 pandemic, Syria’s civil war may have entered its end game.
Russia and Turkey have incorporated electronic warfare as an integral part of their operations in Syria’s Idlib Government in the north of the country. Armada’s EW podcast examines the EW equipment, tactics and doctrines both sides have brought to bear in what may be the conflict’s decisive phase.
2020-04-3007 min
Armada Analysis - PodcastsElectronic Warfare Podcast 1: SEAD PerspectivesWe are proud to present Armada’s first Electronic Warfare Podcast!
We catch up with Shaun Vickers, business development manager at MASS, who shares his thoughts on the challenges facing electronic warfare practitioners regarding the suppression of enemy air defence mission.
2020-04-3007 min