
GovCon DIFFERENT
Think TedTalks meets the federal space. Ideas from the outside applied to GovCon to drive change. Different perspectives, different ideas, different solutions. GovCon DIFFERENT invites the world experts to take a crack at GovCon problems to break down what they know into something you should. Insights and discoveries that breathe life and inspiration into the GovCon market. The GovCon DIFFERENT podcast scours the globe searching for the so called Crazy ones – the ones that are making a difference in their industry. From actors and astronauts to skydivers and screen writers. Different ideas from different industries, uncovered, unvarnished and smashed together to produce change in the federal space. Join us as we explore a world of GovCon possibilities.
Latest episodes

Sep 9, 2022 • 40min
UAV Thinking Bigger - Josh Pavluk
The world is abuzz with the promise of drones. But the UAV/UAS market is bigger than delivering tacos and Amazon packages. Josh Pavluk of Avascent says much bigger. Josh shares his insight on where unmanned vehicles are really heading.

Aug 22, 2022 • 1h 9min
Securing Food - Michelle Klieger
We are 5 meals away from anarchy. Michelle Klieger explores food security and why the pentagon and your grandmother are so concerned about what you eat.

Aug 1, 2022 • 1h 13min
Detecting Deception - Jim Clemente
Former FBI profiler, Jim Clemente takes us deep into the minds of serial killers and sociopaths to uncover what liars thrive on and how you can spot and defeat them.

Jul 20, 2022 • 1h 23min
Killing Escobar - Steve Murphy
Steve Murphy, the DEA agent directly involved in taking down Pablo Escobar shares his story. You've seen the Netflix version portrayed in NARCOS. Now hear from the man himself. From jungle raids to city shoot outs, this is mission story telling at its best.

Jul 11, 2022 • 35min
Disinformation - Suzanne Kelly
Disinformation is spreading like a cancer eating away at the foundational pillars of our country. And even the smartest can be fooled. Suzanne Kelly shares concrete methods to counter the click bait and restore trust in the information we share.

Jun 23, 2022 • 53min
Bitcoin Boom or Bust - Dan Held
Bitcoin investors are on a wild ride. But is it worth it? Does Bitcoin really have value? Why is it so volatile? Does it really help the little guy? Dan Held answers tough questions and offers thought provoking insights.

May 24, 2022 • 1h 11min
Fostering AI Adoption - Dr. Reggie Brothers
Wars will be won with the power of AI. But how can an operator trust the technology now when lives are on the line? Dr. Reggie Brothers lifts us out of the algorithms to see the real story. It's all about the WHY.

May 18, 2022 • 1h 5min
Opera Diplomacy - Daniella Taveau
Daniella Taveau shares her story of international diplomacy and bridging cultural divides through the power of musical performances fostered by the The Embassy Series.

Apr 19, 2022 • 1h 12min
Ending Innovation Tourism - Dr. Melissa Flagg
Dr. Melissa Flagg calls for an end to innovation tourism in order to regain thought leadership and systematically adopt new innovations as national security becomes fixated on technical superiority.

Mar 30, 2022 • 46min
Igniting a Passion for STEM - Dr. Panchanathan
Imagine the life changing power of transporting kids to the international space station. The power of transforming math and science into spectacular discoveries that IGNITE lifelong passions for learning, creating, and achieving breakthroughs for humanity. Dr. Sethuraman Panchanathan, Director of the National Science Foundation, is on a mission to unleash and inspire STEM talent with new approaches that capture the imagination.
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