http://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounkerTip of the Spear discusses the latest in military technology, strategy, and news. It is hosted by Nick Younker a graduate of the United States Naval Academy and Naval Officer with forward deployed experience in Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. enCopyright Nick Younker (C/O Blogtalkradio)Sun, 16 Jun 2019 02:15:00 GMTThu, 09 Sep 2010 18:00:00 GMTMilitaryBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/2d7f905e-a64f-4b70-a9eb-ae549b6b0c4f_younker_tipofthespear.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounkerTip of the Spear discusses the latest in military technology, strategy, and news. It is hosted by Nick Younker a graduate of the United States Naval Academy and Naval Officer with forward deployed experience in Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.commilitary,military logistics,oef,horn of africa,piracy,uas,uav,cyber security,identity management,maritime securitynickyounkernoTip of the Spear discusses the latest in military technology, strategy, and news. It is hosted by Nick Younker a graduate of the United States Naval Academy anepisodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/09/09/border-security-with-richard-chavezMilitaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/09/09/border-security-with-richard-chavez/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/09/09/border-security-with-richard-chavezThu, 09 Sep 2010 18:00:00 GMTBorder Security with Richard ChavezRichard Chavez, Acting Director for Operations Coordination and Planning at DHS, discusses border security issues and policies.00:45:00nickyounkernoBorder,Border Security,Homeland Security,Southwest Border,Richard ChavezRichard Chavez, Acting Director for Operations Coordination and Planning at DHS, discusses border security issues and policies.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/09/08/intel-challenges-in-afghanistan-with-dr-alon-ben-mMilitaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/09/08/intel-challenges-in-afghanistan-with-dr-alon-ben-m/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/09/08/intel-challenges-in-afghanistan-with-dr-alon-ben-mWed, 08 Sep 2010 18:00:00 GMTINTEL challenges in Afghanistan with Dr. Alon Ben-MeirDr. Alon Ben-Meir, an expert on Middle East politics and affairs, discusses the primary difficulties in collecting timely and reliable INTEL in Afghanistan. He discusses current methods and the necessity of actionable INTEL to change the momentum of the war.00:46:00nickyounkernoMilitary INTEL,Military Intelligence,OEF,Afghanistan,Dr Alon Ben MeirDr. Alon Ben-Meir, an expert on Middle East politics and affairs, discusses the primary difficulties in collecting timely and reliable INTEL in Afghanistan. Hehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/09/07/avionics-support-and-logistics-with-brendan-cadoganMilitaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/09/07/avionics-support-and-logistics-with-brendan-cadogan/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/09/07/avionics-support-and-logistics-with-brendan-cadoganTue, 07 Sep 2010 15:00:00 GMTAvionics Support and Logistics with Brendan CadoganBrendan Cadogan, Head of Support Solutions with SELEX Galileo, discusses aviation lifecycle sustainment. He details best practices in working with contractors and customers in order to provide the best aviation logistics support for military aircraft. 00:30:00nickyounkernoAviation Logistics,Aviation Lifecycle Sustainment,Military Logistics,Military Supply Chain,Defense LogisticsBrendan Cadogan, Head of Support Solutions with SELEX Galileo, discusses aviation lifecycle sustainment. He details best practices in working with contractorshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/09/03/disaster-preparedness-logistics-with-ralph-gazituaMilitaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/09/03/disaster-preparedness-logistics-with-ralph-gazitua/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/09/03/disaster-preparedness-logistics-with-ralph-gazituaFri, 03 Sep 2010 17:30:00 GMTDisaster Preparedness Logistics with Gary GoldfarbGary Goldfarb is Executive Vice President of WTDC, a Miami based logistics and warehousing company that handles supply chain needs for the Federal Aviation Administration, the Federal Emergency Management Administration and charities such as Save the Children. He discusses Hurricane and disaster logistics and comments on readiness for Hurricane Earl. 00:31:00nickyounkernoHurricane Earl,Disaster Preparedness,Hurricane,Disaster Logistics,Hurricane LogisticsGary Goldfarb is Executive Vice President of WTDC, a Miami based logistics and warehousing company that handles supply chain needs for the Federal Aviation Admihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/09/01/reconfigurable-military-antenna-systemsMilitaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/09/01/reconfigurable-military-antenna-systems/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/09/01/reconfigurable-military-antenna-systemsWed, 01 Sep 2010 18:00:00 GMTReconfigurable Military Antenna SystemsProfessor Christos Christodoulou, the director of the Aerospace Institute at the University of New Mexico, discusses reconfigurable antenna systems and their defense applications. He details photonics and RF to create more versatile systems.01:01:00nickyounkernoMilitary Antennas,Reconfigurable Antennas,Military technology,defense technology,Christos ChristodoulouProfessor Christos Christodoulou, the director of the Aerospace Institute at the University of New Mexico, discusses reconfigurable antenna systems and their dehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/08/25/army-stryker-program-with-major-brian-sweigartMilitaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/08/25/army-stryker-program-with-major-brian-sweigart/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/08/25/army-stryker-program-with-major-brian-sweigartWed, 25 Aug 2010 18:00:00 GMTArmy Stryker Program with Major Brian SweigartMajor Brian Sweigart, the Executive Officer with the 3-16 CAV, has completed two tours in OIF. He deployed with a Stryker unit and discusses the challenges military vehicles face in Iraq specifically issues related to survivability and durability.01:01:00nickyounkernoArmy Stryker,Military Vehicles,3-16 Cavalry,Stryker Vehicle,Maj Brian SweigartMajor Brian Sweigart, the Executive Officer with the 3-16 CAV, has completed two tours in OIF. He deployed with a Stryker unit and discusses the challenges milhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/08/23/combating-piracy-with-capt-james-staplesMilitaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/08/23/combating-piracy-with-capt-james-staples/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/08/23/combating-piracy-with-capt-james-staplesMon, 23 Aug 2010 18:00:00 GMTCapt James Staples on Combating PiracyCapt James Staples, a Master Mariner in the U.S. Merchant Marine that holds his seventh edition Unlimited Tonnage-Oceans Master License, discusses Piracy and how training, security teams, and crew fatigue factor into the issue01:01:00nickyounkernoPiracy,Horn of Africa,Maritime Security,Somali Pirates,Capt James StaplesCapt James Staples, a Master Mariner in the U.S. Merchant Marine that holds his seventh edition Unlimited Tonnage-Oceans Master License, discusses Piracy and hohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/08/17/john-pendleton-of-gao-on-future-ground-forcesMilitaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/08/17/john-pendleton-of-gao-on-future-ground-forces/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/08/17/john-pendleton-of-gao-on-future-ground-forcesTue, 17 Aug 2010 18:00:00 GMTLightening the Load for Soldiers with Ben HarrisonBen Harrison, President and CEO of Kaysun Corporation, discusses the use of plastics to lighten the load that soldiers carry as well as improve equipment durability.01:00:00nickyounkernoSoldier Equipment,Military Plastics,Soldier Gear,Ground Forces,Ben HarrisonBen Harrison, President and CEO of Kaysun Corporation, discusses the use of plastics to lighten the load that soldiers carry as well as improve equipment durabihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/07/28/electronic-health-records-for-dod-1Militaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/07/28/electronic-health-records-for-dod-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/07/28/electronic-health-records-for-dod-1Wed, 28 Jul 2010 21:00:00 GMTElectronic Health Records for DoDJohn Tempesco, a Vice President with Informatics Corporation of America, discusses providing HIE solutions to government hospitals and to the military in order to improve processes and ensure the best management of healthcare for our warfighters01:01:00nickyounkernoElectronic Health Records,Military Health Records,VA Health Records,Military Healthcare,John TempescoJohn Tempesco, a Vice President with Informatics Corporation of America, discusses providing HIE solutions to government hospitals and to the military in orderhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/07/27/using-rfid-to-improve-defense-supply-processesMilitaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/07/27/using-rfid-to-improve-defense-supply-processes/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/07/27/using-rfid-to-improve-defense-supply-processesTue, 27 Jul 2010 13:30:00 GMTUsing RFID to Improve Defense Supply ProcessesRFID is becoming increasingly popular for tracking inventory and to streamline supply processes. Jeff Tazelaar, an RFID expert with Lowry Computer, discusses the benefits and advantages of the military and defense industry adopting this system to improve efficiency. 01:01:00nickyounkernoRFID,RFID tagging,military logistics,defense supply,Jeff TazelaarRFID is becoming increasingly popular for tracking inventory and to streamline supply processes. Jeff Tazelaar, an RFID expert with Lowry Computer, discusses thttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/07/23/cyber-warfare-with-dr-ronald-ross-of-nistMilitaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/07/23/cyber-warfare-with-dr-ronald-ross-of-nist/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/07/23/cyber-warfare-with-dr-ronald-ross-of-nistFri, 23 Jul 2010 17:00:00 GMTCyber Security with Dr. Ronald Ross of NISTDr. Ronald Ross of NIST discusses the latest in cyber threats and security efforts. He talks about common weakpoints and best practices for organizations that want to avoid attacks. He also details how emerging technology is constant changing the landscape of cyberspace.01:01:00nickyounkernocyber threats,cyber war,cyber security,NIST,Ronald RossDr. Ronald Ross of NIST discusses the latest in cyber threats and security efforts. He talks about common weakpoints and best practices for organizations thathttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/07/21/james-loudermilk-fbi-on-identity-managementMilitaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/07/21/james-loudermilk-fbi-on-identity-management/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/07/21/james-loudermilk-fbi-on-identity-managementWed, 21 Jul 2010 18:00:00 GMTJames Loudermilk, FBI on Identity Management and BiometricsJames Loudermilk a Senior Level Technologist with the Federal Bureau of Investigation discusses the latest efforts regarding Identity Management including biometrics and PKI. 01:01:00nickyounkernoID Management,Identity Management,FBI,ID theft,James LoudermilkJames Loudermilk a Senior Level Technologist with the Federal Bureau of Investigation discusses the latest efforts regarding Identity Management including biomehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/07/21/uavuas-lifecycle-sustainment-with-robert-hallinanMilitaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/07/21/uavuas-lifecycle-sustainment-with-robert-hallinan/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/07/21/uavuas-lifecycle-sustainment-with-robert-hallinanWed, 21 Jul 2010 14:00:00 GMTUAV/UAS Lifecycle Sustainment with Robert HallinanRobert Hallinan, a career military officer with over 30 years of military aviation related logistics and maintenance management experience discusses the logistics and sustainment issues likely to be faced given the increasing use and dependence the U.S. military has on UAV/UAS01:00:00nickyounkernoUAS,UAV,Military Logistics,Aviation Lifecycle Management,Robert HallinanRobert Hallinan, a career military officer with over 30 years of military aviation related logistics and maintenance management experience discusses the logistihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/07/02/military-vehicles-with-msgt-gerald-morse-of-pmo-laMilitaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/07/02/military-vehicles-with-msgt-gerald-morse-of-pmo-la/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/07/02/military-vehicles-with-msgt-gerald-morse-of-pmo-laFri, 02 Jul 2010 13:30:00 GMTMilitary Vehicles with MSgt Gerald Morse of PMO-LAV, MARCORSYSCOMMSgt Morse discusses the latest in military vehicles and the growing importance of these vehicles in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. The diverse climates and missions call for vehicles variants that can handle specialized missions.01:00:00nickyounkernoMilitary Vehicles,OIF,OEF,Tactical Vehicles,MSgt Gerald MorseMSgt Morse discusses the latest in military vehicles and the growing importance of these vehicles in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. The diverse climates andhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/06/25/identity-managment-and-security-with-chris-enseyMilitaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/06/25/identity-managment-and-security-with-chris-ensey/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/06/25/identity-managment-and-security-with-chris-enseyFri, 25 Jun 2010 17:00:00 GMTIdentity Management and Cyber Security with Chris EnseyChris Ensey, Associate Director for IBM's Institute for Advanced Security and Principal Security Strategist for IBM Federal, discusses best practices in identity management and security. He elaborates on what enterprises need to be doing to protect themselves and what the common soft spot in defenses tend to be.01:00:00nickyounkernoIdentity Management,Cyber Security,ID Management Security,ID Security,Chris EnseyChris Ensey, Associate Director for IBM's Institute for Advanced Security and Principal Security Strategist for IBM Federal, discusses best practices in identithttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/06/25/language-and-culture-advisors-with-ken-fortuneMilitaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/06/25/language-and-culture-advisors-with-ken-fortune/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/06/25/language-and-culture-advisors-with-ken-fortuneFri, 25 Jun 2010 14:00:00 GMTLanguage and Culture Advisors with Ken FortuneKen Fortune, Chief Operations Officer of Linc Government Services, discusses the importance of cultural advisors and linguists in OIF and OEF. These critical personnel bridge the gap between east and west and are fundamental to the coalition forces achieving objectives to clear communication with the local populace.01:00:00nickyounkernoCultural Advisors,Defense Linguists,OIF,OEF,Ken FortuneKen Fortune, Chief Operations Officer of Linc Government Services, discusses the importance of cultural advisors and linguists in OIF and OEF. These critical phttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/06/24/modeling-and-simulation-for-defense-with-jan-allbeckMilitaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/06/24/modeling-and-simulation-for-defense-with-jan-allbeck/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/06/24/modeling-and-simulation-for-defense-with-jan-allbeckThu, 24 Jun 2010 19:00:00 GMTModeling and Simulation for Defense With Jan AllbeckJan Allbeck from George Mason University discusses how modeling and simulation can be used to provide the most realistic and interactive training experience for our warfighters. 01:00:00nickyounkernoModeling,Simulation,Modeling and Simulation for Defense,Defense Training,Jan AllbeckJan Allbeck from George Mason University discusses how modeling and simulation can be used to provide the most realistic and interactive training experience forhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/06/15/vadm-maurizio-gemignani-on-the-nato-maritime-missionMilitaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/06/15/vadm-maurizio-gemignani-on-the-nato-maritime-mission/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/06/15/vadm-maurizio-gemignani-on-the-nato-maritime-missionTue, 15 Jun 2010 13:30:00 GMTVADM Maurizio Gemignani on the NATO Maritime MissionVADM Gemignani discusses the current NATO maritime mission and what role the organization plays in providing security in the European theater. He also talks about expanding mission areas such as participation in non-traditional roles like ISAF in Afghanistan.01:00:00nickyounkernoNATO,NATO maritime mission,Operation Allied Provider,ISAF,VADM Maurizio GemignaniVADM Gemignani discusses the current NATO maritime mission and what role the organization plays in providing security in the European theater. He also talks abhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/06/11/adm-mark-fitzgerald-on-anti-piracy-effortsMilitaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/06/11/adm-mark-fitzgerald-on-anti-piracy-efforts/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/06/11/adm-mark-fitzgerald-on-anti-piracy-effortsFri, 11 Jun 2010 11:30:00 GMTADM Mark Fitzgerald on Anti-Piracy EffortsADM Mark Fitzgerald, Commander U.S. Naval Forces Europe, Commander U.S. Naval Forces Africa, and Commander, Allied Joint Forces Command Naples discusses the U.S. Navy and its allies efforts to stop Piracy in the Horn of Africa.01:00:00nickyounkernoAnti-Piracy,Horn of Africa,Piracy,US Navy,ADM Mark FitzgeraldADM Mark Fitzgerald, Commander U.S. Naval Forces Europe, Commander U.S. Naval Forces Africa, and Commander, Allied Joint Forces Command Naples discusses the U.Shttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/06/09/faa-applications-of-nvg-and-blended-vision-military-technologyMilitaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/06/09/faa-applications-of-nvg-and-blended-vision-military-technology/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/06/09/faa-applications-of-nvg-and-blended-vision-military-technologyWed, 09 Jun 2010 20:00:00 GMTFAA applications of NVG and blended vision military technologyMr. John McGraw, Deputy Director of the Federal Aviation Administration's Flight Standards Service discusses the potential commerical applications and advantages of the FAA using Night Vision Goggles and blended vision technology commonly used by the military.01:00:00nickyounkernoFAA,Federal Aviation Administration,NVG,Night Vision Goggles,Mr John McGrawMr. John McGraw, Deputy Director of the Federal Aviation Administration's Flight Standards Service discusses the potential commerical applications and advantagehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/06/09/maritime-domain-awareness-with-adm-harry-ulrichMilitaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/06/09/maritime-domain-awareness-with-adm-harry-ulrich/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/06/09/maritime-domain-awareness-with-adm-harry-ulrichWed, 09 Jun 2010 14:00:00 GMTADM Harry Ulrich on Maritime Domain AwarenessADM Harry Ulrich, USN (ret), former Commander of U.S. Naval Forces Europe discusses the importance of Maritime Domain Awareness and maintaining control of the world's seas. He elaborates on the issues posed by Piracy in the Horn of Africa and other challenges the U.S. faces on the high seas.01:00:00nickyounkernoMaritime Domain Awareness,Maritime Security,Piracy,Horn of Africa,ADM Harry UlrichADM Harry Ulrich, USN (ret), former Commander of U.S. Naval Forces Europe discusses the importance of Maritime Domain Awareness and maintaining control of the whttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/06/08/isr-and-irregular-warfare-with-col-anne-weinbergMilitaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/06/08/isr-and-irregular-warfare-with-col-anne-weinberg/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/06/08/isr-and-irregular-warfare-with-col-anne-weinbergTue, 08 Jun 2010 14:30:00 GMTISR and Irregular Warfare with Col Anne WeinbergCol Anne Weinberg, the Operations Integration IPT Lead for the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (Intelligence), discusses how Irregular Warfare in OIF/OEF have impacted the collection and analysis of INTEL for the U.S. military. She futher discusses the challenges posed by rapidly advancing technology in the ISR world.01:00:00nickyounkernoMilitary Intelligence,Military ISR,Military INTEL,OIF and OEF INTEL,Col Anne WeinbergCol Anne Weinberg, the Operations Integration IPT Lead for the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (Intelligence), discusses how Irregular Warfare in OIF/Ohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/06/04/international-maritime-law-with-cdr-james-kraska-jagc-usnMilitaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/06/04/international-maritime-law-with-cdr-james-kraska-jagc-usn/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/06/04/international-maritime-law-with-cdr-james-kraska-jagc-usnFri, 04 Jun 2010 18:00:00 GMTInternational Maritime Law with CDR James Kraska, JAGC, USNCDR James Kraska, a Navy JAG, at the Naval War College in Newport, RI discusses international maritime law and specifically the U.S. and Chinese approach to it. He also elaborates on the implications of each nation's viewpoint in regards to shaping the future.01:00:00nickyounkernoInternational Maritime Law,Law of the Sea,Chinese Maritime Policy,US Maritime Policy,CDR James KraskaCDR James Kraska, a Navy JAG, at the Naval War College in Newport, RI discusses international maritime law and specifically the U.S. and Chinese approach to it.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/05/20/social-media-and-the-military-with-lindy-kyzerMilitaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/05/20/social-media-and-the-military-with-lindy-kyzer/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/05/20/social-media-and-the-military-with-lindy-kyzerThu, 20 May 2010 18:00:00 GMTSocial Media and the Military with Lindy KyzerLindy Kyzer, who works in the online and social media division of the Office of the Chief of Public Affairs for the Dept. of the Army, discusses how social media forums like Facebook and Twitter are being used to convey the Army's strategic message. She also discusses possible challenges and pitfalls that use of social media presents.01:00:00nickyounkernoSocial Media,Military Social Media,Army Social Media,Army Facebook and Twitter,Lindy KyzerLindy Kyzer, who works in the online and social media division of the Office of the Chief of Public Affairs for the Dept. of the Army, discusses how social medihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/05/11/winning-in-afghanistan-with-cpt-carl-thompsonMilitaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/05/11/winning-in-afghanistan-with-cpt-carl-thompson/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/05/11/winning-in-afghanistan-with-cpt-carl-thompsonTue, 11 May 2010 18:00:00 GMTWinning in Afghanistan with CPT Carl ThompsonCPT Carl Thompson, who recently returned from a combat tour in Afghanistan with the 108th Cavalry, discusses the challenges of OEF and the difficulties the U.S. military faces there. He discusses in detail the rugged terrain, corruption issues, and the changes he has witnessed from his two tours in country.01:00:00nickyounkernoOEF,War in Afghanistan,Combat in Afghanistan,Corruption in Afghanistan,CPT Carl ThompsonCPT Carl Thompson, who recently returned from a combat tour in Afghanistan with the 108th Cavalry, discusses the challenges of OEF and the difficulties the U.S.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/05/04/cots-components-and-military-logistics-with-ron-giuntiniMilitaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/05/04/cots-components-and-military-logistics-with-ron-giuntini/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/05/04/cots-components-and-military-logistics-with-ron-giuntiniTue, 04 May 2010 18:00:00 GMTCOTS components and Military Logistics with Ron GiuntiniMr. Ron Giuntini, an expert on Performance Based Logistics, discusses the impacts and implications of using COTS components in military equipment. He reviews the risks and benefits as well as role of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan's have played in changing practices in defense supply chains. 01:00:00nickyounkernoPerformance Based Logistics,COTS components,military logistics,defense supply chain,Ron GiuntiniMr. Ron Giuntini, an expert on Performance Based Logistics, discusses the impacts and implications of using COTS components in military equipment. He reviews thttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/04/30/hybrid-technology-in-uavsMilitaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/04/30/hybrid-technology-in-uavs/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/04/30/hybrid-technology-in-uavsFri, 30 Apr 2010 20:30:00 GMTHybrid technology in UAV'sJean Koster, Professor of Aerospace Engineering at the University of Colorado discusess his project to bring hybrid engine technology to UAV's.00:45:00nickyounkernoUAV,hybrid technology,UAS,Unmanned Aerial Vehicle,Jean KosterJean Koster, Professor of Aerospace Engineering at the University of Colorado discusess his project to bring hybrid engine technology to UAV's.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/04/30/capt-vengrowMilitaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/04/30/capt-vengrow/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/04/30/capt-vengrowFri, 30 Apr 2010 18:30:00 GMTCAPT Michael Vengrow, MC, USNR on Combat Medicine in OIF.CAPT Michael Vengrow discusses his experiences from Operation Iraqi Freedom and the challenges facing battlefield healthcare in Iraq.00:30:00nickyounkernoBattlefield Healthcare,Combat Medicine,USMC,Iraq,CAPT Michael VengrowCAPT Michael Vengrow discusses his experiences from Operation Iraqi Freedom and the challenges facing battlefield healthcare in Iraq.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/04/20/uav-roadmap-with-col-chris-carlisleMilitaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/04/20/uav-roadmap-with-col-chris-carlisle/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/04/20/uav-roadmap-with-col-chris-carlisleTue, 20 Apr 2010 18:30:00 GMTUAV Roadmap with Col. Chris CarlileCol. Chris Carlile, Director of the U.S. Army Unmanned Aircraft Systems Center for Excellence, discusses the next 25 years for UAV/UAS.01:00:00nickyounkernoUAV,UAS,Unmanned Arial Vehicle,Unmanned Arial System,Col Chris CarlileCol. Chris Carlile, Director of the U.S. Army Unmanned Aircraft Systems Center for Excellence, discusses the next 25 years for UAV/UAS.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/04/19/lt-ben-dunford-on-rebuilding-efforts-in-iraq-and-pakistanMilitaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/04/19/lt-ben-dunford-on-rebuilding-efforts-in-iraq-and-pakistan/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nickyounker/2010/04/19/lt-ben-dunford-on-rebuilding-efforts-in-iraq-and-pakistanMon, 19 Apr 2010 19:00:00 GMTLT Ben Dunford on Rebuilding Efforts in Iraq and PakistanLT Ben Dunford of the Naval Mobile Contruction Battalions (Seabees) discusses his time in Iraq and Pakistan working with the Army Corps of Engineers on reconstruction projects for Operation Enduring Freedom.00:30:00nickyounkernoNMCB,Iraq Reconstruction,Army Corps of Engineers,Seabees,Operation Enduring FreedomLT Ben Dunford of the Naval Mobile Contruction Battalions (Seabees) discusses his time in Iraq and Pakistan working with the Army Corps of Engineers on reconstr