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**Kodiak Shack Podcast**

Host Jeff "Vader" Brandon leads a small group of fighter pilots in search of better ways to win. Our mission is to connect the military's front line operators with America's leading edge innovators. Find out what part you can play.

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James and Alex from ShockTech Sep 01, 2022

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On this episode we talk about how ShockTech's REAP product is changing the game for airdrop payloads. I learned to big things on this episode. One, James and Alex are WAY smarter than me. Two, we waste a massive amount of cardboard on our training airdrops.

We cover their REAP product, how it works, and why it is such a change to the traditional cardboard. We also talk about the other programs that ShockTech is creating for NASA.

If you would like to contact James or Alex you can reach them here:

alex.faust@shocktech.com

james.rall@shocktech.com

If you would like to sponsor an episode or join us on the podcast please email us at info@kodiakshack.com or check out our website Kodiakshack.com

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Ary from SimiGon Inc Aug 29, 2022

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On this episode I talk with Ary Nussbaum from SimiGon Inc. They are working on VR/AR/XR for F-15Es, drones and much more. We talk in depth about the difference between VR, AR, and XR. We cover some of the struggles in the innovation space, and we talk music and flying.

If you want to reach Ary you can find him here:

AryN@simigon.com

If you would like to chat with us at Kodiak Shack about sponsoring an episode, or joining us on the show, email us at:

Info@kodiakshack.com

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Bro Chat Vol 1 Aug 25, 2022

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On this episode a few of my Fighter Pilot buddies and I sit down and talk about the good ole days. When the jets weren't broken and the airspace was clear. We talk about our experiences in Misawa, Japan, Malaysia, Alaska, and South Carolina. We hear the story of How "Kodiak Shack" was created by the originators.

This will be a reoccurring theme so get ready for different groups of Fighter Pilots talking shop, and a whole lot of trash.

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Nicolas Chaillan Aug 22, 2022

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In this episode I sit down with Nicolas Chaillan. He breaks down the position of Chief Software Officer (CSO), and why the Air Force needs to invest in DevSecOps, and Zero Trust. He explains how and why they are the keys to decreasing product development timeline.

If you would like to contact Nic you can find him on LinkedIn or check out his website:

https://inthenicoftime.us/

If you would like to join us on the show please email us at info@kodiakshack.com

and check out our website

kodiakshack.com

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Stuart Wagner Aug 15, 2022

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On this episode we talk with Stuart Wagner who is the Chief Digital Transformation Officer for the USAF, and the creator of the Hackathon.

We talk about his role as the CDTO, why he created the hackathon, and the pitfalls of not using our data to inform future decisions in the DoD.

Stuart is challenging historical norms when it comes to sharing and utilizing data. If you want to contact him you can find him on LinkedIn.

If you would like to contact us email us at Info@kodiakshack.com or check out our website Kodiakshack.com

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Emma from Dare Venture Group Aug 08, 2022

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On this episode I sit down with Emma from Dare Venture Group. We dig into her time as an intelligence analyst for Operators, and how she navigated the transition from Active Duty to working in the defense sector. We also talk about the great work that Dare is doing to help connect the innovators with the end users. We end the podcast highlighting the limitations and roadblocks that are hindering our ability to prepare for tomorrow's fight.

If you would like to contact Emma email her at emma@dareventuregroup.com

or visit their website

https://dareventuregroup.com/

If you would like to join us on the show, or provide feedback, please email us at info@kodiakshack.com. You can also visit our website kodiakshack.com

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Mike "Pako" Benitez Aug 01, 2022

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In this episode I talk with Mike "Pako" Benitez. He is the founder of The Merge newsletter, a contributing editor for War on the Rocks, and he works at Shield AI.

We do a deep dive into what makes AI and why autonomy is the bedrock to creating true AI. He talks about the impact he had on the test/training world while on active duty, and the insights he gained working in the Pentagon. We didn't get to cover everything so we will definitely chat again.

If you would like to contact Pako email him at news@themerge.co, and check out his website https://www.themerge.co/

If you would like to provide feedback, or are interested in being on the show, email us at vader@kodiakshack.com and check out our website kodiakshack.com

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OpsLab Automated Scheduling Jul 25, 2022

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On this episode I chat with Arun Nair from OpsLab. They have created an automated scheduler to help decrease the workload on pilots building schedules but more importantly quickly solve disruptions when things don't go as planned. We do a deep dive into the program, what success he has had with funding and I do a healthy bit of teasing other airframes.

If you would like to reach Arun you can email him at: Arun@opslab.com

Please email me at vader@kodiakshack.com if you want to give feedback or become a guest on the show. Also, check out our website kodiakshack.com.

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Anno.Ai Pilot Flight Training Jul 18, 2022

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In this episode I talk with Blake and Christian from Anno.Ai. They have built a program that helps long-term scheduling of Pilot Flight Training (PFT) for the F-16 training course.

Christian and I do a deep dive into the variables and limitations when it comes to producing pilots. We also cover what their product does, their experience working with Fighter Pilots, and Blake enlightened me on some of the arguments critics have of the DoD innovation space.

If you would like to contact Blake Balch you can reach him at blake.balch@anno.ai

If you are interested in being on the Kodiak Shack Podcast email us at vader@kodiakshack.com

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Luke Air Force Base Innovation Jul 07, 2022

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In this episode we chat with Stinger Walk from Luke AFB innovation. He is the F-16 and F-35 Innovation lead.

We talk about the programs Luke AFB is currently working on, the struggles for an innovation lead to find funding, and why AETC does most of the innovation.

If you want to contact Stinger please reach out to me at Vader@kodiakshack.com and I can work with Stinger to connect you.

Also, please check out our website Kodiakshack.com and if you are interested in being a guest on the show please email me at vader@kodiakshack.com

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