Best Matt AC Podcasts (2025)

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The Reality of Selling to the Pentagon | Mike Canty 1:29:59

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Mike Canty, co-founder and CEO of Armaments Research Company, joins the show to discuss the future of defense tech and the realities of building hardware startups for the Pentagon. A former Army major, Mike now leads ARC in developing AI-enabled weapon sensors that turn rifles into data-driven decision systems. We get into his founder journey from …

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Suranga Nanayakkara on augmenting humans, contextual nudging, cognitive flow, and intention implementation (AC Ep16) 31:08

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“There’s a significant opportunity for us to redesign the technology rather than redesign people.” –Suranga Nanayakkara About Suranga Nanayakkara Suranga Nanayakkara is founder of the Augmented Human Lab and Associate Professor of Computing at National University of Singapore (NUS). Before NUS, Suranga was an Associate Professor at the University o…

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Superman is Superman again 1:04:54

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Superman is the most relatable superhero. James Gunn directing David Corenswet Corey Vidal’s John Williams video (00:00) - James Gunn doing James Gunn things (01:28) - Noah and the Whale (05:02) - This movie loves to spin (07:41) - Hopecore Superheroes (11:25) - David Cornfed (12:41) - Gunn and Corenswet behind the scenes (13:54) - The best Lex Lut…

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The Future of Drone Swarms and Counter-UAS | Kyle Hardy & Ashkan Bayatpour 1:16:31

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Kyle Hardy, CEO of Hardy Dynamics, and Ashkan Bayatpour, U.S. Navy Reserve Officer, join the show to break down the future of drone warfare and the challenges of building software for autonomous swarms. We dig into the reality of counter-drone operations, why electronic warfare and lasers fall short, and why kinetic defenses are still the only reli…

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Michael I. Jordan on a collectivist perspective on AI, humble genius, design for social welfare, and the missing middle kingdom (AC Ep15) 42:07

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“The fact is that its input came from billions of humans… When you’re interacting with an LLM, you are interacting with a collective, not a singular intelligence sitting out there in the universe.” –Michael I. Jordan About Michael I. Jordan Michael I. Jordan is the Pehong Chen Distinguished Professor in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science a…

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Chief of War with Cinematographer Matthew Chuang ACS 1:04:49

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Born in Taiwan and raised in Australia, cinematographer Matthew Chuang ACS has always been drawn to telling stories rooted in culture and identity. After reaching a creative ceiling in Australia, he made the leap to Los Angeles where he connected with director Justin Chon. The two have since collaborated on multiple projects, most recently reunitin…

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18 - PHANTOM INVENTORY IS HERE 28:24

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In this episode John and Matt dive into "Phantom Inventory" and why it's affecting the current housing market. They offer up suggestions on the best way to approach buying/selling a home in today's market and dive into why it's taking so long for homes to sell! Located in Arizona? Reach out to John and Matt at Realty Executives for all your real es…

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Inside Ukraine's Drone War and the Defense Tech Bubble | Patrick Blumenthal 1:23:25

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Defense tech insider Patrick Blumenthal breaks down the latest developments in Ukraine's drone warfare evolution and the Vector vs. RedCat lawsuit shaking up the industry. From Russia's new evasion modules and radar warning receivers on Shaheds to the reality of SMR hype in defense tech, Patrick delivers unfiltered analysis on what's actually worki…

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Paula Goldman on trust patterns, intentional orchestration, enhancing human connection, and humans at the helm (AC Ep14) 34:24

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“The potential is boundless, but it doesn’t come automatically; it comes intentionally.” –Paula Goldman About Paula Goldman Paula Goldman is Salesforce’s first-ever Chief Ethical and Humane Use Officer, where she creates frameworks to build and deploy ethical technology for optimum social benefit. Prior to Salesforce she held leadership roles at gl…

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Vivienne Ming on hybrid collective intelligence, building cyborgs, meta-uncertainty, and the unknown infinite (AC Ep13) 47:56

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“What I need is someone who will have an idea I would never have had. In fact, better yet, an idea no one else in the world would ever have. That’s human space. That’s our job now: the unknown infinite.” –Vivienne Ming About Vivienne Ming Vivienne Ming is a theoretical neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and author. Her AI inventions have launched a doze…

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DIT Jason Bauer: Taylor Swift, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, Thai Cave Rescue & Cherry 1:18:08

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The first digital imaging technician to join the podcast, Jason Bauer began his career using still photography for previs on productions shooting film. As cinematography shifted to digital, Jason trained other digital imaging technicians before eventually stepping into the role himself. Now one of the most sought-after DITs in the industry, he has …

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Russia’s Next Move: Middle East, Arms, and Influence | Matt Tavares & Anna Borshchevskaya 1:22:09

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Russia’s ambitions extend far beyond Ukraine. In this episode, we’re joined by two experts with deep regional and strategic insight: former Army intelligence officer Matt Tavares, and Anna Borshchevskaya, Senior Fellow at The Washington Institute and author of Putin’s War in Syria.We unpack how Russia uses frozen conflicts as long-term leverage, wh…

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Matt Beane on the 3 Cs of skill development, AI augmentation design templates, inverted apprenticeships, and AI for skill enhancement (AC Ep12) 39:17

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“The primary source of our reliable ability to produce results under pressure—i.e., skill—is attempting to solve complicated problems with an expert nearby.” –Matt Beane About Matt Beane Matt Beane is Assistant Professor at University of California Santa Barbara, and a Digital Fellow with both Stanford’s Digital Economy Lab and MIT’s Institute for …

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K-Pop (with Kim) 1:17:55

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Sometimes, all it takes is one dance video. Follow Kim at ohkimmies.bsky.social The video that got Kim ATEEZ's 'ARRIBA' XLOV's '1&Only' The Break the Wall video (00:00) - A bit of show & tell (01:22) - K-pop with Kim (01:45) - What AC knows about K-pop (03:22) - What Matt knows about K-pop (05:55) - What is K-pop? (11:09) - Bang Chan (12:23) - The …

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Reinventing Radar: Building the Future of ISR from Space | Andrew Peterson 1:27:43

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Andrew Peterson is the co-founder and CEO of Array Labs, a startup building 3D imaging radar satellites to compete with billion-dollar airborne ISR platforms at a fraction of the cost. In this episode, Andrew breaks down why government customers don’t just want imagery—they want hardware—and how selling into the defense ecosystem really works.We di…

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Tim O’Reilly on AI native organizations, architectures of participation, creating value for users, and learning by exploring (AC Ep11) 41:00

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“We’re in this process where we should be discovering what’s possible… That’s what I mean by AI-native — just go figure out what the AI can do that makes something so much easier or so much better.” – Tim O’Reilly About Tim O’Reilly Tim O’Reilly is the founder, CEO, and Chairman of leading technical publisher O’Reilly Media, and a partner at early …

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Fundraising, Focus, and Failure: Hard Truths About Defense Startups | Kirsten Bartok Touw 1:22:12

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Kirsten Bartok Touw is the co-founder and Managing Partner of New Vista Capital, a venture firm focused exclusively on aerospace, space, and defense. In this episode, Kirsten joins to talk about investing in dual-use tech, startup momentum, and how capital is becoming a competitive moat in defense. We discuss what founders get wrong about working w…

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Jacob Taylor on collective intelligence for SDGs, interspecies money, vibe-teaming, and AI ecosystems for people and planet (AC Ep10)

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“If we’re faced with problems that are moving fast and require collective solutions, then collective intelligence becomes the toolkit we need to tackle them.” – Jacob Taylor About Jacob Taylor Jacob Taylor is a fellow in the Center for Sustainable Development at Brookings Institution, and a leader of its 17 Rooms initiative, which catalyzes global …

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Building Unmanned Warships for the Navy | Austin Gray, Blue Water Autonomy 1:10:23

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Austin Gray, co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Blue Water Autonomy, joins the podcast to break down the future of autonomous naval warfare. From unmanned ships that carry large payloads to the technical and political challenges of defense procurement, Austin offers an insider’s view of building in one of the most complex arenas in defense te…

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AI & The Future of Strategy (AC Ep9) 12:29

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“Strategy really must focus on those purely human capabilities of synthesis, and judgment, and sense-making.” – Ross Dawson About Ross Dawson Ross Dawson is a futurist, keynote speaker, strategy advisor, author, and host of Amplifying Cognition podcast. He is Chairman of the Advanced Human Technologies group of companies and Founder of Humans + AI …

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Autonomous Boats and the Future of Naval Warfare | Paul Lwin, HavocAI 1:08:13

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Paul Lwin is the co-founder and CEO of HavocAI, a defense startup building collaborative autonomous surface vessels. In this episode, Paul breaks down the company’s tech stack, their strategic approach to naval warfare, and how Havoc’s 14-foot robotic boats might reshape the future of the Pacific fight.We dive into dual-use applications, investor n…

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F1 with 1st Assistant Camera Dan Ming 57:12

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From fighter jets to race cars, Dan Ming is a world-class 1st AC who loves tech. Dan Ming and his team are known for their work on Top Gun: Maverick, and now they’ve taken those lessons, pushing the boundaries even further, to bring you F1. We talk about the collaboration with some of the biggest brands in the game: Sony, Apple, and Panavision, and…

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Dr Mohamed El-Erian & David Quan 权丁文 | Cambridge Chancellor Candidate, Queens' President, Ex-PIMCO CEO ($1.9T AUM), Harvard Endowment CEO, Allianz Chief Economist, Ex-IMF Deputy Director, 'New Normal ... 2:12:09

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"My fireside chat with David Quan 权丁文 was comprehensive, engaging, and superb. He clearly did his research, asked penetrating questions, and even got me to discuss topics I've never covered in prior public conversations. The fact that our discussion lasted 2.5 hours, and that the entire audience remained engaged, says it all." - Dr Mohamed El-Erian…

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Everyone Wants a Production Company But No One Wants to Do the Work feat. Matt Brundige of Brundige Creative 1:05:35

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Everyone wants the glory of running a production company… but few are willing to grind through the unglamorous jobs it takes to get there. In this episode, filmmaker and founder of Brundige Creative, Matt Brundige, gets real about what it actually takes to succeed in the creative industry. From jumping into any role on set to learning the business …

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The Future of the Army: Autonomy, AI, and Combat Innovation | General James Rainey 1:05:49

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General James Rainey leads the U.S. Army’s effort to prepare for the next war. As the Commanding General of Army Futures Command, he’s focused on adapting to a battlefield shaped by drones, autonomy, and AI. In this conversation, he breaks down how drone warfare in Ukraine is reshaping military thinking, why adaptability—not prediction—is the key t…

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Matt Lewis on augmenting brain capital, AI for mental health, neurotechnology, and dealing in hope (AC Ep8) 34:28

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“The big picture is that every human on Earth deserves to live a life worth living… free of mental strife, physical strife, and the strife of war.” – Matt Lewis About Matt Lewis Matt is CEO, Founder and Chief Augmented Intelligence Officer of LLMental, a Public Benefit Limited Liability Corporation Venture Studio focused on augmenting brain capital…

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Yes Dungeons, Yes Dragons (w/ Alex) 1:24:52

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Not just a game. (00:00) - The shambling mound (00:55) - Why 2 episodes? (02:07) - Dungeons & Dragons (12:43) - Matt’s D&D experience (14:45) - How Alex found D&D (17:49) - When AC got into D&D (21:46) - The settings (28:38) - Session 0: What each player wants (35:31) - What’s your main? (45:15) - Safety and love (57:04) - Our favorite live play (0…

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The last word on The Last Word 58:58

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Gin. Chartreuse. Maraschino. Lime. (00:00) - The Carthusian Heist (00:58) - Why we took a month off (02:34) - Matt’s signature cocktail (05:48) - What is the last word? (07:58) - The history of The Last Word (12:01) - Matt’s history with The Last Word (15:45) - The story of Green Chartreuse (19:12) - The many kinds of Chartreuse (22:10) - Let’s rea…

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The Studio with DP Adam Newport-Berra and Camera Operator Mark Goellnicht SOC ACO 1:10:16

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DP Adam Newport-Berra and Camera Operator Mark Goellnicht SOC ACO are the powerhouse duo behind the lens of The Studio. In this episode, we dive into what it’s really like working with comedy legends and co-directors Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg. Adam and Mark take us through the camera rigs they tested and how they meticulously choreographed scene…

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Can the U.S. Still Build Things? Fixing the Industrial Base | Miles Arnone (Podcast #34) 1:34:43

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Miles Arnone, CEO of Re:Build Manufacturing, joins the podcast to explain why American manufacturing fell behind—and how to bring it back. We dive into defense supply chains, national security vulnerabilities, rare earth magnets, and why the U.S. can’t rely on overseas factories forever. Miles shares Re:Build’s long-term plan to re-industrialize th…

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Amir Barsoum on AI transforming services, pricing innovation, improving healthcare workflows, and accelerating prosperity (AC Ep7) 34:02

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“Successful AI ventures are those that truly understand the technology but also place real human impact at the center — it’s about creating solutions that improve lives and drive meaningful change.” – Amir Barsoum About Amir Barsoum Amir Barsoum is Founder & CEO of InVitro Capital, a venture studio that builds and funds companies at the intersectio…

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Defense, Drones & Developing New Talent | David Ruth, Ph.D. 1:17:42

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David Ruth, Dean of STEM at the University of Austin and retired Navy captain, joins the show to discuss the future of technical education, the ethics of AI in warfare, and what it takes to build a new university from scratch. From nuclear submarines to autonomous drone targeting, this conversation spans practical experience and deep philosophical …

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#Ready4Freddie! Freddie Bishop (Cambridge Union Speakers' Officer Candidate & Events, St Albans Council House → Cambridge, Single Mother Family, Student Carer, Library Devotee, HisPol Newnham, Social Justice ... 2:19:03

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☕'s on Me, David Quan 权丁文 Cambridge Union Election Special Series: Freddie Bishop - Speakers' Officer Candidate Episode 106 of #CoffeesOnMeDavidQuan: Freddie Bishop is a first-year undergraduate reading History & Politics at Newnham College. Raised by a single mother in a Council house in St Albans, her journey to Cambridge has been one reliant on …

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The Last of Us Season 2 with Cinematographer Ksenia Sereda 1:01:21

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Cinematographer Ksenia Sereda takes us behind the scenes for The Last Of Us Season 2. It’s clear from the start how deeply she loves what she does. She lives and breathes her work and her passion is infectious. In this episode, we break down everything from the custom-built Cooke lenses she helped design, shooting cast on horseback and the responsi…

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#DontMissChris! Chris Lorde (Cambridge Union Presidential Candidate & Equalities Officer, Windrush Heritage, London→Texas→Toronto→Cambridge, HSPS, LGBTQ+ ACS, CULC, ADC, CamFM Radio, JSA National Director ... 2:43:02

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☕'s on Me, David Quan 权丁文 Cambridge Union Election Special Series: Chris Lorde - Presidential Candidate Episode 103 of #CoffeesOnMeDavidQuan: Chris Lorde is a second-year undergraduate reading HSPS (Human, Social, and Political Sciences) at Christ's College, University of Cambridge. A born Londoner and Windrush generation descendant, Chris grew up …

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#BackJack! Jack Peters (Cambridge Union Presidential Candidate & Debates Officer, 1st Gen State School → Leadership, CULA Chair, HisPol, JCR Food, Eurovision & Flags Master, F1, Scout, Chef | Morrison ... 2:18:58

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☕'s on Me, David Quan 权丁文 Cambridge Union Election Special Series: Jack Peters - Presidential Candidate Episode 104 of #CoffeesOnMeDavidQuan: Jack Peters is a second year Politics and International Relations student at Gonville and Caius College, Cambridge. He was born and raised in Bedfordshire where he attended a state comprehensive school and wa…