From the Crows' Nest

Host Tala Alshaboot sits with Jesse "Judge" Bourque, editor of the Journal of Electromagnetic Dominance (JED). They give listeners a recap of the second day of the 58th International Symposium and Annual Convention. Tala and John give highlights from keynote address by Dr. Kelly Fletcher, who is currently performing the duties of the CIO, the breakout session on implementing the EMS Superiority Strategy I-Plan. They also recap breakout sessions, and the picture we are beginning to see through two days here at AOC 2021. To learn more about the 58th International Symposium and Annual Convention and today’s topics and to stay updated on EMSO and EW developments, visit our website.

Host Ken Miller sits with Ms. Vernita D. Harris, SES, Director, Spectrum Policy and Programs, Department of Defense Chief Information Officer (CIO) at the 58th International Symposium and Annual Convention. Ken and Mrs. Harris talk about her role as CIO as it pertains to the implementation of the EMS Superiority Strategy and what her overall message to the audience that attended her session was. They also discuss some of the efforts underway that Ms. Harris is most excited about that the EMSO community needs to hear. To learn more about the 58th International Symposium and Annual Convention and today’s topics and to stay updated on EMSO and EW developments, visit our website.Thank you to our episode sponsor, Samtec. 

Host Ken Miller sits with Brig. Gen. Shawn W. Campbell, Deputy Chief Human Capital Officer, Chief of Space Operations, Headquarters U.S. Space Force and Chief Master Sergeant Amber B. Mitchell, U.S. Space Force, S1 Senior Enlisted Leader at the 58th International Symposium and Annual Convention. Ken discusses with Gen. Campbell and CMSgt Mitchell, the natural alignment between the traditional EW/EMSO warfighter community and the Space Force/Guardian community. Ken also expands on Gen. Campbell’s and CMSgt Mitchell’s main messages to the audience from their session earlier at the convention. To learn more about the 58th International Symposium and Annual Convention and today’s topics and to stay updated on EMSO and EW developments, visit our website.Thank you to our episode sponsor, Samtec. 

Host Ken Miller sits with Brig. Gen. AnnMarie K. Anthony, Deputy Director, Operations for Joint Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations & Mobilization Assistant, Director of Operations, U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) at the 58th International Symposium and Annual Convention. Ken discusses Gen. Anthony’s operational perspective on EMSO from her breakout session on the EMSSS I-Plan and her main message to the audience today. They also expand on her vision for USSTRATCOM, the Joint Electromagnetic Warfare Center and Joint Electromagnetic Preparedness for Advanced Combat. To learn more about the 58th International Symposium and Annual Convention and today’s topics and to stay updated on EMSO and EW developments, visit our website.Thank you to our episode sponsor, Samtec. 

Host Ken Miller starts the second day of the 58th International Symposium and Annual Convention with Mr. Scott Cooper, Senior Non-Resident Fellow, The Atlantic Council. They discuss the presentation by Dr. Kelly Fletcher (CIO), sessions covering the EMS Superiority Strategy Implementation Plan, JADC2, MBSE Digital Environment and Engineering, and Space Force. They also discuss what you can expect to hear at the convention during the day and the common thread(s). Ken then welcomes Samtec, today’s sponsor, to the show. He explores some of the products and services being showcased by Samtec at AOC 2021 and how Samtech is positioning itself for success in this competitive, and yet increasingly uncertain, business environment.To learn more about the 58th International Symposium and Annual Convention and today’s topics and to stay updated on EMSO and EW developments, visit our website.Thank you to our episode sponsor, Samtec. 

Host Ken Miller sits with Dr. Bill Conley, Mercury’s Chief Technology Officer, and the person responsible for the technical vision and implementation of strategic objectives at the 58th International Symposium and Annual Convention. Ken and Dr. Conley discuss key messages from the day, SOSA Roundtable, trends in defense industrial base, as well as a discussion on microelectronics supply chain.To learn more about the 58th International Symposium and Annual Convention and today’s topics and to stay updated on EMSO and EW developments, visit our website.Thank you to our episode sponsor, Mercury Systems. 

Host Ken Miller sits with Gen. Stephen W. “Steve” Wilson, former Vice Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force (USAF) at the 58th International Symposium and Annual Convention. Ken discusses Gen. Steve’s opening keynote presentation with him and his main message to the audience. They also discuss the theme of the symposium, “All Domain Operations” and how that term means a lot of things to a lot of different people and mission areas across DOD and the military services. To learn more about the 58th International Symposium and Annual Convention and today’s topics and to stay updated on EMSO and EW developments, visit our website.Thank you to our episode sponsor, Mercury Systems. 

Host Ken Miller sits with Colonel William “Dollar” E. Young, Jr, the Commander of the 350th Spectrum Warfare Wing, Eglin AFB, Florida, at the 58th International Symposium and Annual Convention. Ken and Col. Young discuss the theme of this week, All Domain Operations, “how do we win the fight for the EMS,” and what “winning” looks like for the Spectrum Warfare Wing. They also build on Col. Young’s presentation and the main message he wants to deliver to the audience and what he wants to hear over the remainder of the convention. To learn more about the 58th International Symposium and Annual Convention and today’s topics and to stay updated on EMSO and EW developments, visit our website.Thank you to our episode sponsor, Mercury Systems. 

In this special episode, Host Ken Miller kicks off the first day of the 58th International Symposium and Annual Convention. Ken sits with Colonel (Retired) Jim “Hook” Pryor, AOC Board of Directors and AOC 2021 Committee Chairman. They discuss the keynote presentations by Lt. Gen. Steve Wilson and Ms. Heidi Shyu and discuss their shared perspective on military service (USAF) and civilian leadership (USD R&E). Ken then welcome Rodger Hosking to the show for a look into Mercury Systems. They discuss the quintessential products of Mercury Systems and what Mercury is showcasing here at AOC2021.To learn more about the 58th International Symposium and Annual Convention and today’s topics and to stay updated on EMSO and EW developments, visit our website.Thank you to our episode sponsor, Mercury Systems. 

The Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (EMSO) Cross-Functional Team (CFT) established by Congress a few years ago has been focusing on developing a new EMS Superiority Strategy and a comprehensive implementation plan that is now going into effect across the Department of Defense (DOD). Podcast host Ken Miller sits with Brig. Gen. Darrin Leleux, Deputy Director of the EMSO CFT and Deputy Director for Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations and Space Requirements, Joint Staff (J8). Ken and Brig. Gen. Leleux address gaps in electromagnetic warfare and EMSO capabilities and where we are in the implementation of the strategy. They also share how the entire EMSO community across DOD, the military services, Congress, industry, and academia must work together to ensure the necessary oversight and progress by 2030 to achieve and sustain a military advantage in the EMS.