This audio drama invites your ears to visit Slumberland, a small island town in the US. Come along with Thomas Edward M, the freelance soundman. He's been hired to meet the locals and record their oral histories for the town's time capsule. The unfolding history of the town mixes folklore, paranormal, mystery and humor.
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If Between Two Ferns and C-SPAN had a child, it would be All Quiet on the Second Front. Blending the very best (and the worst) of government gravitas with technical expertise, Second Front’s Chief Executive Officer, Tyler Sweatt, cuts through the noise and the bureaucratic BS surrounding all things defense tech, national security, and government markets. Be warned: this is not your typical military or government podcast. As host, Tyler has an uncanny ability to get people to talk honestly, m ...
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no. 1 meme girl in tech explains what it's like to live in San Francisco. Uncanny Valley is a mixed bag of humor, music, tech, design, and of course, Product Hunt.
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Humorous and surreal short stories and audio dramas read and performed by humans. || Multi Dimension Independent Film Festival "Best Podcast Stories" Winner Written and performed by Bram Stoker Award Finalist and Clarion West 2015 Graduate Thersa Matsuura and audio engineer Rich Pav.
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Listen in as speculative fiction writer and Bram Stoker Award Finalist and Clarion West 2015 Graduate Thersa Matsuura reads and shares some great tales. Each episode aims to showcase the most immersive storytelling with both classics and Thersa's own writing accompanied by high quality soundscapes created for hours of relaxation. Also check out her other podcast, Uncanny Japan for Japanese folklore, folktales, cultural tidbits and superstitions!
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Every year Jonathan and Douglas dust off their podcasting mics and sit down to predict the year ahead with uncanny accuracy. Just two guys. So kick back and settle in for an enjoyable listen. Pro tip: listen to the most recent episode.
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Prepare to enter an amazing world of suspense and high adventure. Join us for continuing chapters of serialized excitement.
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A new world of podcasts and monsters! Frankenstein Minute is a podcast dissecting the Universal Frankenstein movies, one minute at a time.
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Every five minutes, a transplant candidate dies while waiting for a compatible heart, liver, or kidney. Imagine a technology that could provide those life-saving transplant organs for a high price, and imagine what a company would do to monopolize that technology. On a remote island in Lake Superior, a team of geneticists has unlocked this holy grail of medicine. By reverse-engineering thousands of genomes, they dial back the evolutionary clock to re-create the progenitor of all mammals. The ...
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Noone, a timid young girl, is committed to The Counties Psychiatric Institute due to her ever-worsening nightmare disorder. She is placed under the care of The Counsellor who has dedicated his life to helping kids overcome their ailments, himself a product of childhood trauma. As Noone recounts her nightly torments during their sessions together, it becomes clear that her dreams unfold with a sinister life of their own. When The Counsellor realizes that her nightmares bear uncanny similariti ...
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92. Bret Boyd, Cofounder & CEO of Sustainment
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30:18This week on All Quiet on the Second Front, Tyler sits down with Brett Boyd, co-founder and CEO of Sustainment, to talk shop on reshoring U.S. manufacturing, rethinking the defense industrial base, and why clipboards and PDFs are still running the depots. Brett’s got the receipts—combat deployments with the 75th Ranger Regiment, 15+ years in tech, …
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A special investigator arrives in Slumberland to prove it's all about the interconnections. At long last some light gets shed on the mysterious disappearances of Thomas Edward M, Omar Evanston and others. But every answer reveals more questions, all of them forming an intricate web woven by enigmatic members of an organization called The Crimson Co…
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A kindly mysterious gentleman enjoys stories about Slumberland and its residents. It'd be most excellent if you'd spread the word about Slumberland by sharing links to this episode. And please tell Slumberland about it! In return, you will be thanked in some way, shape or form. More about Slumberland at this link. "5 Ghosts I" by Nine Inch Nails ap…
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91. Cameron McCord, CEO & Co-Founder, Nominal
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26:35In this episode of All Quiet on the Second Front, Tyler sits down with Cameron McCord, CEO and co-founder of Nominal, to talk about why testing & evaluation is finally getting its moment in the spotlight—and why that matters more than you think. From time at Anduril and Lux Capital to launching Nominal, Cam shares a candid look at the bottlenecks s…
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On this episode of All Quiet on the Second Front, TJ Rowe (2F CRO) sits down with Samuel (Sammy) Semwangu, CEO of Bazze—a company redefining how commercial data is delivered into the national security enterprise. Sammy shares his journey from special operations to Silicon Valley, the tough lessons learned building in defense tech, and how Bazze evo…
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89. Software Defined Warfare with Lt. Gen. Jack Shanahan and Stephen Rodriguez
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42:30Dive into an exciting surprise episode of All Quiet on the Second Front with host Tyler Sweatt, joined by Lt. Gen. Jack Shanahan and Stephen Rodriguez from the Atlantic Council's Software-Defined Warfare Commission. This episode cuts through the complexities of defense technology to focus squarely on the transformative role of software in modern wa…
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88. Greg Touhill, Director of the SEI’s CERT Division at Carnegie Mellon University
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30:24Episode 88. On this episode of All Quiet, host Tyler Sweat chats with cybersecurity expert Greg Touhill, director of the CERT Division at Carnegie Mellon's Software Engineering Institute. With a rich background as the U.S. government's first Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and a seasoned executive in the U.S. Air Force and Department of H…
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87. Troy Demmer, Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer at Gecko Robotics
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32:15In this episode of All Quiet on the Second Front, host Tyler Sweatt chats with Troy Demmer of Gecko Robotics about transforming infrastructure with robotics, AI, and smarter data. They explore Gecko’s origins, its impact on defense and energy, and how better maintenance can drive national security and economic growth. From crawling robots to AI-pow…
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86. Hon. Martha McSally, Former U.S. Senator & 2F Independent Board Director
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30:32On this episode of All Quiet on the Second Front, host Tyler Sweatt sits down with Hon. Martha McSally—former A-10 fighter pilot, U.S. Senator, and now 2F Independent Board Director—to talk about resilience, reinvention, and leading with purpose. Martha shares her journey from being one of the first women to fly a fighter jet in combat to navigatin…
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85. Scott Sanders, Chief Growth Officier of Forterra
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27:56On this episode of All Quiet on the Second Front, host Tyler Sweatt sits down with Scott Sanders, Chief Growth Officer of Forterra, to talk about building elite teams, mission-driven leadership, and the realities of hiring in defense tech. Scott shares his journey from Marine Raider to early Anduril employee to leading a company that’s shaping the …
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84. Bernard Brantley, CISO at Corelight || Ex-Amazon, Microsoft
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36:22Episode 84. In this episode of All Quiet, Bernard Brantley, CISO at Corelight, joins Tyler Sweatt to delve into the interplay between rapid technological development and robust security practices. With a rich background at giants like Amazon and Microsoft, where he was instrumental in architecting network security solutions for Xbox Live and other …
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124 - Arcanery Sonic Studio 9000 - Timeloops
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19:09Tomas Anonymous and Chip Woode are trapped inside a sound recording studio with a strange robot forcing them to narrate imaginary music videos. The only way to escape this monotony is inter-dimensional time-space travel! Follow along to hear music by a doppelganger Devo band plus a trailer for the Limbo Calling podcast. More about Slumberland at th…
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83. Ted Reynolds, Chief Revenue Officer at Decision Lens
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38:15Episode 83. In this episode of All Quiet on the Second Front, TJ sits down with Ted Reynolds, Chief Revenue Officer at Decision Lens, to discuss the challenges and opportunities of selling software to the federal government. Ted shares insights from his 25+ year career, exploring the unique demands of public sector sales, the shift from "coin-opera…
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Jonathan and Douglas are back with their diamond hands and their crystal balls! Join them for their annual predictions podcast, featuring 12 predictions each for the year ahead and a look back at their 2024 track record. Will they be right again? Tune in and find out!
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The Kopi Joe Coffee Company, once a small start-up in Slumberland, is now a global brand with a niche following. Owner Oskar Mielardeaux makes a webcam call to Tomas Anonymous, to check out the new "Cozy LoFi Kopi Joe" video streaming service. More about Slumberland at this link. Oskar Mielardeaux performed by Nick Sleeper. Hire Nick for your voice…
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Hiatus 10: Mary Shelley's (Real) Frankenstein Part III
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34:36Bill and Thom are still dissecting the Introduction to the Mary Shelley novel Frankenstein.By Belong Dead Productions
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82. Justin Fanelli, Acting Dept of Navy CTO
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29:09Dive into a high-octane discussion on defense tech innovation with Justin Fanelli, the Acting CTO of the U.S. Navy, on All Quiet on the Second Front. On this episode, host Tyler Sweatt and Justin dissect the transformative shifts happening within the Department of Navy through dynamic public-private partnerships. Discover how these collaborations a…
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Hiatus 09: Mary Shelley's (Real) Frankenstein Part II
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35:06Bill and Thom continue to dissect the Introduction to Mary Shelley's novel Frankenstein.By Belong Dead Productions
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81. Jeff Fields, Assistant Special Agent in Charge at the FBI
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36:42We’re bringing in the Feds! On this episode of All Quiet, Jeff Fields, Assistant Special Agent in Charge at the FBI, joins host Tyler Sweatt to navigate the complex interplay of public and private markets. They’ll unpack the tangled webs of security, innovation, and risk—revealing what it truly looks like when the Feds meet the founders. Jeff bring…
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Hiatus 08: Mary Shelley's (Real) Frankenstein Part I
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29:48Bill and Thom dissect the introduction to Mary Shelley's novel Frankenstein.By Belong Dead Productions
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80. Powering Software for the Free World with Second Front
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38:56Episode 80. We’re going back to the beginning! In this episode of All Quiet on the Second Front, Tyler Sweatt is joined by Enrique Oti (CSO), TJ Rowe (CRO), and Sam Gray (VP of Strategic Engagements) to peel back the curtain. Last week, Second Front announced the launch of the 2F Product Suite so what better time to have a look back at all that’s h…
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122 - Corbin's Cabin - Lozar's Most Dangerous Game
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17:11A mysterious foreign investor wants to purchase the entire islet called "Fleabite" that sits near Slumberland. Tomas needs to learn more about Lozar Antonai and his intentions. This episode's alternate title: "Zaroff, Volkov & the Wizard of Baum" (American Authors Series, Volume 2) More about Slumberland at this link. Oskar Mielardeaux performed by…
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Bill and Thom continue to dissect their favorite films featuring Boris Karloff and Bela Lugosi.By Belong Dead Productions
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Thom and Bill dissect their favorite films featuring Boris Karloff and Bela Lugosi.By Belong Dead Productions
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79. Don’t Forget What it’s Like to be in a Gunfight with John Goodson
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30:17In this episode of All Quiet, former combat tech turned CEO and Founder of Darkhive, John Goodson, joins Tyler Sweatt to delve into the critical interplay between real-world military operations and the forefront of defense technology. With insights gained on the frontlines and in the tech lab, John discusses the critical importance of creating tech…
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Hiatus 05: La Aventura Mexicana de Karloff, Segunda Parte
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55:46Bill y Thom siguen diseccionando las películas mexicanas de Boris Karloff.By Belong Dead Productions
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78. Bridging Borders: Collaboration in National Security with Saj Huq
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25:19Episode 78. In this episode of All Quiet on the Second Front, host Tyler Sweatt is joined by Saj Huq from Plexal, a key player at the forefront of defense and security innovation. As a former pilot in the UK Royal Air Force and a veteran in the tech industry, Saj brings a wealth of experience to the table. Dive into a discussion on how Plexal is cr…
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Hiatus 04: La Aventura Mexicana de Karloff, Primera Parte
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57:35Thom y Bill disecan las películas mexicanas de Boris Karloff.By Belong Dead Productions
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77. Innovation at the Edge with Michael Brasseur
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30:13Episode 77. On this episode of All Quiet, host Tyler Sweatt sits down with Michael Brasseur, Chief Strategy Officer of Saab and GM at Skapa. Discover Michael's seamless shift from a distinguished naval career, with tours in the White House, Pentagon, and NATO and founding Task Force 59, to leading a cutting edge transformational task force in the p…
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Hiatus 03: KARLOFF The Uncanny Part 3
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1:03:00Bill and Thom continue to dissect their favorite Boris Karloff films.By Belong Dead Productions
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76. Firmware Security & Vulnerabilities with Paul Asadoorian
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31:33Episode 76. Join us on this episode of All Quiet on the Second Front as guest host Enrique Oti welcomes Paul Asadoorian, Principal Security Researcher at Eclypsium. During this episode, they dive into the often overlooked world of firmware security, exploring how vulnerabilities at this foundational level pose significant risks not just to our mili…
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Hiatus 02: KARLOFF The Uncanny Part 2
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1:17:51Thom and Bill continue to dissect the films of Boris Karloff.By Belong Dead Productions
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75. Building Strategic Partnerships with Mamie Cruse
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30:04Join Tyler Sweatt on this week’s episode of All Quiet on the Second Front as he sits down with Mamie Cruse, VP of Partnerships at Second Front Systems. Dive into the intricacies of forming effective partnerships that go beyond traditional transactional frameworks to create an all-boats-rise framework. Get insights into the strategic use of partners…
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Hiatus 01: KARLOFF The Uncanny Part 1
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1:05:47Thom and Bill dissect the films of Boris Karloff.By Belong Dead Productions
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74. From FinTech to Defense Tech with Arun Nair
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17:06Episode 61. What if a startup could revolutionize U.S. Air Force operations by applying fintech principles to defense tech? In this episode of All Quiet on the Second Front, TJ Rowe, Chief Revenue Officer at Second Front, sits down with Arun Nair, CEO and Founder of OpsLab. In this special customer spotlight episode, Arun discusses his transition f…
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4.72 - The HIATUS of FRANKENSTEIN (Minute)
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17:29Thom and Bill dissect blah blah blahBy Belong Dead Productions
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73. High Stakes Learning: Winning Strategies for Sports and Defense with Andrew Powell
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20:13TJ Rowe, CRO of Second Front Systems, guest hosts an engaging episode of All Quiet on the Second Front with Andrew Powell, CEO of Learn To Win. This customer spotlight episode explores Learn To Win's journey from pioneering sports learning technology to mastering defense applications. The company utilizes the synergy of learning technology and data…
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Tomas takes the secret staircase back down into the Slippery Shanty! A meeting with Captain Delmar Silverfish, a mysterious postcard written to "Dear Mim," and a rambling conversation meant to "Frankenstein An Answer." More about Slumberland at this link. Captain Delmar Silverfish performed by Catty Donnelly visit Catty's website! This Slumberland …
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Thom and Bill dissect the SCRIPTS of THE GHOST OF FRANKENSTEIN.By Belong Dead Productions
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72. CENTCOM's Tech Frontier with Schuyler Moore
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30:53Join host Tyler Sweatt and Schuyler Moore, Chief Technology Officer at CENTCOM, in this compelling episode of All Quiet on the Second Front. Dive into Schuyler's journey through the realms of tech legislation to her pivotal role in driving technological advancements in military operations. This discussion illuminates CENTCOM's innovative approach t…
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Bill and Thom dissect minute 70 of THE GHOST OF FRANKENSTEIN?By Belong Dead Productions
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71. AI and Decision Science with Dr. Courtney Crosby
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28:29Episode 71. Join host Tyler Sweatt as he chats with Dr. Courtney Crosby from Booz Allen Hamilton about the cutting-edge of AI and decision science in defense technology. In this episode of All Quiet on the Second Front, discover how future-facing strategies and cognitive science are shaping the landscape of defense innovation. Dr. Crosby delves int…
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4.69 - A (Sorta) Good Cast Is Worth Repeating
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21:35Bill and Thom dissect minute 68 of THE GHOST OF FRANKENSTEIN some more.By Belong Dead Productions
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70. Securing Startups with People in Mind with Jeremy Vaughan
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36:54Episode 70. In this episode of All Quiet on the Second Front, guest host Enrique Oti discusses the dynamic intersection of entrepreneurship and cybersecurity with Jeremy Vaughan, CEO of Start Left. They explore Jeremy’s entrepreneurial path and how it led him to prioritize robust security in tech development. The conversation spans from Jeremy's mo…
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