Best Rocket Software Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 242: Thrust & Parallel Algorithms (Part 4) 36:12

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In this episode, Conor and Bryce chat with Jared Hoberock about the NVIDIA Thrust Parallel Algorithms Library and more!. Link to Episode 242 on Website Discuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub) Socials ADSP: The Podcast: Twitter Conor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | Mastodon Bryce Adelstein Lelbach: Twitter About the Guest …

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Semper Valens Solutions: Valuing Every Candidate 20:51

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Semper Valens Solutions designs DevSecOps infrastructure for DISA, develops cyber weapons systems for the Air Force, supports the Army’s deployment of force protection platforms and C2 systems, plus does non-cleared work for DHA, VA, and the FBI. Company COO Nick Brown shares the importance of treating candidates well in the hiring process, doing m…

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Episode 241: Parallel Algorithm Talk (Part 3) 38:45

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In this episode, Conor and Bryce chat with Jared Hoberock about the NVIDIA Thrust Parallel Algorithms Library, specifically scan and rotate. Link to Episode 241 on Website Discuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub) Socials ADSP: The Podcast: Twitter Conor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | Mastodon Bryce Adelstein Lelbach: Twit…

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Episode 240: Thrust, Rust vs C++, Python & More (Part 2) 41:01

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In this episode, Conor and Bryce chat with Jared Hoberock about the NVIDIA Thrust Parallel Algorithms Library, Rust vs C++, Python and more. Link to Episode 240 on Website Discuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub) Socials ADSP: The Podcast: Twitter Conor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | Mastodon Bryce Adelstein Lelbach: Twit…

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Clarity: Software and Data Innovations 18:04

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Clarity Innovations is a rapidly growing software and data innovations firm working in the DoD, IC and federal sectors, shares Director of Recruiting, Brett Willie. Listen for details on why the company values unapologetic transparency and hiring team players who are ready to help those around them succeed. With hiring spanning all security clearan…

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Episode 239: Claude-Poisoned Dev Sipping Rocket Fuel 5:16

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In this episode, Conor recommends some articles on AI and LLMs. Link to Episode 239 on Website Discuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub) Socials ADSP: The Podcast: Twitter Conor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | Mastodon Show Notes Date Generated: 2025-06-19 Date Released: 2025-06-20 The Real Python Podcast Episode 253 My AI …

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Episode 238: Recommended Podcast Discussions on AI & LLMs 8:50

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In this episode, Conor recommends some podcast episodes on AI and LLMs. Link to Episode 238 on Website Discuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub) Socials ADSP: The Podcast: Twitter Conor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | Mastodon Show Notes Date Generated: 2025-06-11 Date Released: 2025-06-13 ChangeLog: Steve Yegge on producti…

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Infinity Systems Engineering: Mission Operations & Space Systems 19:29

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Amanda Woollard Lujan, Technical Recruiter at Infinity Systems Engineering, shares that going the extra mile—like writing handwritten thank-you notes—can really set you apart in the cleared job hunt. She highlights Infinity’s work in mission operations and space systems and their global opportunities. Amanda also emphasized the importance of networ…

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Episode 237: Thrust with Jared Hoberock 34:29

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In this episode, Conor and Bryce chat with Jared Hoberock about the NVIDIA Thrust Parallel Algorithms Library. Link to Episode 237 on Website Discuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub) Socials ADSP: The Podcast: Twitter Conor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | Mastodon Bryce Adelstein Lelbach: Twitter About the Guest Jared Hobe…

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Rocket Communications: UX Design 21:49

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Ryan Quakenbush, Human Resources Specialist at Rocket Communications, emphasizes that authenticity is key when applying for a job. Rocket is a UX design company deeply involved in the space community, with a fun, curious, and supportive culture. Many roles are remote or hybrid-remote, located in Colorado. The company uses structured interviews for …

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Episode 236: C++26 Senders and Receivers Algorithms (Part 2) 27:37

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In this episode, Conor and Ben chat about algorithms / schedulers in C++26 Senders and Receivers. Link to Episode 236 on Website Discuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub) Socials ADSP: The Podcast: Twitter Conor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | Mastodon Ben Deane: Twitter | BlueSky Show Notes Date Generated: 2025-05-13 Date …

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Compensation Insights for Military Transition and More 21:02

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For Military Appreciation Month, we’re sharing this episode of our Military Monday series, hosted by ClearedJobs.Net veterans and former recruiters Bob Wheeler and Sara McMurrough. Jonathan Everhardt, veteran and Talent Acquisition Manager with SOSi, shares insights on compensation, benefits, and negotiating strategies for transitioning military. H…

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Episode 235: C++26 Senders and Receivers Algorithms (Part 1) 32:38

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In this episode, Conor and Ben chat about algorithms / combinators in C++26 Senders and Receivers. Link to Episode 235 on Website Discuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub) Socials ADSP: The Podcast: Twitter Conor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | Mastodon Ben Deane: Twitter | BlueSky Show Notes Date Generated: 2025-05-13 Date…

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Precision Talent Solutions: Structured Hiring, Human-Centered Approach 22:14

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Precision Talent Solutions specializes in recruitment for government contractors, says Co-Founder and President Jake Frazer. Their team focuses on placing cleared professionals in both CONUS and OCONUS roles—from C-suite executives to skilled trades. Guided by a human-centered philosophy and a structured LEAD process, they’re committed to deliverin…

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Episode 234: C++Now 2025 Recap! 33:55

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In this episode, Conor and Ben chat about Ben's recent talk and attendance at C++Now 2025! Link to Episode 234 on Website Discuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub) Socials ADSP: The Podcast: Twitter Conor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | Mastodon Ben Deane: Twitter | BlueSky Show Notes Date Generated: 2025-05-13 Date Release…

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Plus3 IT Systems: Cloud-Focused Poly Roles 19:31

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Allison Forcelli, HR Generalist with Plus3 IT Systems, shares her evolving journey into HR and recruiting, highlighting key insights about career flexibility and the importance of building a personal brand early on. Plus3 offers cleared, cloud-focused roles, with most positions requiring a polygraph. The company fosters a collaborative culture and …

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Episode 233: AI! Live from Sunnyvale! 17:03

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In this episode, Conor talks about his recent experience with Cursor, Claude 3.7, Gemini 2.5 Pro and several C++ unit testing frameworks! Link to Episode 233 on Website Discuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub) Socials ADSP: The Podcast: Twitter Conor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | Mastodon Show Notes Date Generated: 2025-…

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SkillBridge Unpacked: Navigating the Perks, Pitfalls, and Possibilities 19:09

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For Military Appreciation Month, we’re sharing this episode of our Military Monday series, hosted by ClearedJobs.Net veterans and former recruiters Bob Wheeler and Sara McMurrough. Curious how SkillBridge can jump-start your post-military career—and the challenges to watch out for? Kirsten Renner, VP of Talent Strategy at SilverEdge Government Solu…

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Episode 232: Algorithms! Live from New York! 45:40

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In this episode, Conor and Bryce chat about algorithms, overload sets, libraries and more, live from New York! Link to Episode 232 on Website Discuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub) Socials ADSP: The Podcast: Twitter Conor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | Mastodon Bryce Adelstein Lelbach Show Notes Date Generated: 2025-04-…

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Xtreme Solutions: Cybersecurity + Passport Agency Support 22:42

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Xtreme Solutions is a provider of technology and cybersecurity services, while also supporting the U.S. Passport Agency with cleared administrative and management staff. Human Resources Manager Tim Irby highlights the company’s ongoing need for professionals in cybersecurity business development, as well as reliable team members to assist the Passp…

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Episode 231: C++26 Senders and Receivers (+ flat_map) 43:39

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In this episode, Conor and Ben chat about C++26 Senders and Receivers, flat_map and more. Link to Episode 231 on Website Discuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub) Socials ADSP: The Podcast: Twitter Conor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | Mastodon Ben Deane: Twitter | BlueSky Show Notes Date Generated: 2025-04-09 Date Released…

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JT4: Supporting J-Tech II 26:04

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Kara Waters, Talent Acquisition Manager at JT4, encourages cleared professionals to be thoughtful when using AI to help with their resumes. JT4 supports the Air Force, Space Force, and Navy with engineering and technical expertise through the J-Tech II contract, with opportunities mainly located on test ranges in California, Nevada, Utah, and Color…

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Episode 230: Hoogle Translate 29:15

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In this episode, Conor and Ben chat about www.hoogletranslate.com. Link to Episode 230 on Website Discuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub) Socials ADSP: The Podcast: Twitter Conor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | Mastodon Ben Deane: Twitter | BlueSky Show Notes Date Generated: 2025-04-09 Date Released: 2025-04-18 Hoogle Tra…

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Cadence Coalition: IT and Intel Services with Soft Skills 24:58

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Shandi Perkins, CEO of Cadence Coalition, is all about mixing purpose with passion—and having a good time while doing it. Leading an IT and intel services company that supports DoD combatant commands, she’s built a culture where career growth, collaboration, and a little fun go hand in hand. Shandi’s big on soft skills like drive and teamwork, and …

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Episode 229: multi_transform? for_each_but_last? 34:12

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In this episode, Conor and Ben chat about a yet to be named algorithm, potentially multi_transform or for_each_but_last. Link to Episode 229 on Website Discuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub) Socials ADSP: The Podcast: Twitter Conor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | Mastodon Ben Deane: Twitter | BlueSky Show Notes Date Gene…

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Best Cleared Job Search Tips from Recruiters Part 2 10:43

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In this special Bonus Episode of our podcast, our hosts share the best cleared job search tips as shared by recruiters and hiring managers from some of our recent podcast episodes. 3:05 Heather Morris of Redhorse recommends a skills section on your resume with hard skills, not soft skills. Soft skills are demonstrated in an interview. 8:08 Mark Die…

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Episode 228: To Tesla or Not to Tesla 25:00

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In this episode, Conor and Bryce chat about Tesla, Twitter and Elon. Link to Episode 228 on Website Discuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub) Socials ADSP: The Podcast: Twitter Conor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | Mastodon Bryce Adelstein Lelbach Show Notes Date Generated: 2025-03-20 Date Released: 2025-04-04 ADSP Episode …

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Bcore: Agile Innovation & Career Mobility in the IC 21:30

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Bcore CEO Chad Kim describes the company as more agile, scrappy, and innovative than traditional primes in the IC. He emphasizes the importance of career mobility, encouraging team members to get diverse experiences and enhance their skills. Chad’s question for you is, “What’s your say-do ratio at work?” 8:27 Passion for the mission, curiosity, and…

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Episode 227: Re: The CUDA C++ Developer’s Toolbox 38:58

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In this episode, Conor and Bryce chat about Bryce’s talk The CUDA C++ Developer’s Toolbox from NVIDIA GTC 2025. Link to Episode 227 on Website Discuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub) Socials ADSP: The Podcast: Twitter Conor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | Mastodon Bryce Adelstein Lelbach Show Notes Date Generated: 2025-03…

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Celestar Holdings: Intel Community & Market Moves 24:11

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Celestar Holdings, located in Tampa, Florida, primarily operates within the intelligence community and holds several contracts with the DIA, according to Senior Recruiting Manager Jacquelyn Weber. Jacquelyn emphasizes that job hopping in the cleared community can hinder career advancement and underscores the importance of including all relevant inf…

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Episode 226: NVIDIA GTC 2017 vs 2025 26:02

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In this episode, Conor and Bryce chat about Bryce's experiences at NVIDIA GTC 2017 vs 2025. Link to Episode 226 on Website Discuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub) Socials ADSP: The Podcast: Twitter Conor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | Mastodon Bryce Adelstein Lelbach Show Notes Date Generated: 2025-03-20 Date Released: 2…

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SilverEdge: It’s All a Team Sport 21:21

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“Let’s go!” is the rallying cry at SilverEdge Government Solutions, according to Kirsten Renner, VP of Talent. The company specializes in technical and intelligence work for the IC and DoD communities. Kirsten also shares some great tips on how to steer clear of bad actors on social media, how to respond to opportunities you spot online, and why fo…

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Episode 225: CppNorth & Flux Plans, The Slow Death of Twitter and More! 31:00

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In this episode, Conor and Ben chat with Tristan Brindle about plans for CppNorth 2025, plans for Flux, the slow death of Twitter and more! Link to Episode 225 on Website Discuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub) Socials ADSP: The Podcast: Twitter Conor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | Mastodon Ben Deane: Twitter | BlueSky A…

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Ultra I&C: Fail Fast, Learn Fast, Break Things 20:37

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Ultra I&C, headquartered in Austin, Texas, has a 50-year history in the cleared community focusing on multi-domain communications, command and control, and cybersecurity. DaVontte Archie, Talent Acquisition and HR Partner, shares why thoughtful interview follow-up can really make you stand out from your competition, plus why failure at Ultra is OK.…

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Episode 224: Flux Updates & Internal Iteration 29:19

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In this episode, Conor and Ben chat with Tristan Brindle about recent updates to Flux, internal iteration vs external iteration and more. Link to Episode 224 on Website Discuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub) Socials ADSP: The Podcast: Twitter Conor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | Mastodon Ben Deane: Twitter | BlueSky Abo…

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Tips for a Successful Cleared Job Fair 14:57

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This special Bonus Episode of our podcast gives you the inside scoop from talent acquisition professionals on making the most of a Cleared Job Fair. Cleared employers spend significant time and money to come to job fairs because they're looking for cleared talent to meet their hiring needs. Want to be one of the attendees to really grab their atten…

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Episode 223: Is C++ Dying? II 29:02

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In this episode, Conor and Ben chat with Tristan Brindle about the recent C++ London meetup, the future of C++ and safety in C++. Link to Episode 223 on Website Discuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub) Socials ADSP: The Podcast: Twitter Conor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | Mastodon Ben Deane: Twitter | BlueSky About the G…

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Cleared Recruiting Challenges: Final Thoughts on the Evolving Recruiting Landscape 23:55

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In this special recruiter-focused series, our hosts Kathleen Smith and Rachel Bozeman discuss lessons learned from our Security Cleared Jobs: Who’s Hiring & How podcast guests. 4:55 Candidate experience will be key in 2025. 81% of candidates will share a positive experience, 67% will share a negative experience. 11:56 Return to office challenges. 1…

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Akima: Many Diverse Cleared Opportunities & Geographies 21:34

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When job hunting, focus on the details in job postings rather than getting hung up on vague titles. Those descriptions reveal the real scoop shares Parul Gupta, Vice President of Talent Acquisition for Akima. Akima, an Alaskan native corporation, offers diverse roles across 48 states and 12 countries, with a significant number of their employees be…

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Episode 222: From Stepanov to Euler to Shawshank 36:58

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In this episode, Conor and Ben chat with Tristan Brindle about graph algorithm resources, tropical semirings, Stepanov stories, FM2GP, EOP, and veer off into a chat about TV shows, movies and more! Link to Episode 222 on Website Discuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub) Socials ADSP: The Podcast: Twitter Conor Hoekstra: T…

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Security Clearances: Spouses, Mental Health, and Always…Marijuana 28:56

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Yep, your spouse’s activities can impact your security clearance. So can being fired from a previous job. If you’ve got the choice, should you attend a hearing or respond in writing to a Statement of Reasons? Tony Kuhn, Managing Partner at Tully Rinckey PLLC shares all this and more in our special episode on security clearances. 4:55 Not all mental…

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Episode 221: 2025 Predictions, Conferences and More! 45:32

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In this episode, Conor and Bryce make their 2025 predictions, talk about upcoming conferences and more! Link to Episode 221 on Website Discuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub) Socials ADSP: The Podcast: Twitter Conor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | Mastodon Bryce Adelstein Lelbach Show Notes Date Generated: 2025-01-22 Date…

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Cleared Recruiting Challenges: Building a Better Pipeline to Combat the Shrinking Talent Pool 25:58

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In this special recruiter-focused series, our hosts Kathleen Smith and Rachel Bozeman discuss lessons learned from our Security Cleared Jobs: Who’s Hiring & How podcast guests. 1:23 Survey by ClearedJobs.Net: 49% of cleared professionals said they are open to all opportunities, cleared or not. Another 30% said they would take a non-cleared position…

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Best Cleared Job Search Tips from Recruiters Part 1 10:16

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In this special Bonus Episode of our podcast, our hosts share the best cleared job search tips as shared by recruiters and hiring managers from some of our recent podcast episodes. 2:01 Wilton Virgo with OSD CAPE shares that when interviewing, communicate in a fashion that your audience will understand. If you’re technical, and non-technical people…

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Episode 220: Graph Algorithms & 7 Bridges of Königsberg 34:08

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In this episode, Conor and Bryce chat about graph algorithms, the 7 bridges of Königsberg, Hamiltonian paths, Eulerian paths, and more! Link to Episode 220 on Website Discuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub) Socials ADSP: The Podcast: Twitter Conor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | Mastodon Bryce Adelstein Lelbach Show Notes…

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Technica: AI, Machine Learning, and Cyber 20:42

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Technica specializes in AI, machine learning, and cybersecurity, shares Steve Hatch, Head of Human Resources and Communications. Learn from Steve's interviewing tips including being confident in your skills, doing your homework, and showing interest and enthusiasm. And it's another shout-out for the STAR method on your resume and when interviewing,…

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Episode 219: Flood Fills & Adaptive Mesh Refinement 26:30

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In this episode, Conor and Bryce chat about the flood fill algorithm, adaptive mesh refinement, white dwarfs and more! Link to Episode 219 on Website Discuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub) Socials ADSP: The Podcast: Twitter Conor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | Mastodon Bryce Adelstein Lelbach Show Notes Date Generated: …

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Cleared Recruiting Challenges: Achieving the Goldilocks Zone of Skills & Clearance 20:14

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In this special recruiter-focused series, our hosts Kathleen Smith and Rachel Bozeman discuss lessons learned from our Security Cleared Jobs: Who’s Hiring & How podcast guests. 3:38 Jada Fowler at DTSI – tips on organization and discipline. 13:13 Martha Schneegans at ManTech – strategy for filling a difficult skill set. 16:25 Adam Fife at CenCore –…

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Northrop Grumman Mission Systems: Hiring Technical Talent and More 20:58

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Kenya Sabbat is a Senior Principal Talent Acquisition Business Partner for Northrop Grumman’s Mission Systems business unit. Focused on hiring in the Fort Meade area, Kenya is also a former career coach. Be sure to catch her three tips for your cleared resume. 3:04 Northrop Grumman has about 100k employees and Mission Systems has about 20k employee…

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Episode 218: Algorithms (by Louridas) 27:32

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In this episode, Conor and Bryce chat about a new algorithm book that Bryce picked up. Link to Episode 218 on Website Discuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub) Socials ADSP: The Podcast: Twitter Conor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | Mastodon Bryce Adelstein Lelbach Show Notes Date Generated: 2025-01-22 Date Released: 2025-0…