The Merge

Never was really into the mundane reading of any DoD material and the thought of having to scour sites or a multitude of documents/articles was just not my jam. This newsletter puts things into a very easy to digest and quick information to keep you up to speed on what's happening around the DoD and defense sector. In addition, there are numerous links to follow on articles or pages which support the snippets that the authors of The Merge provide. It's concise, quick and always welcoming read which I look forward to. They even have trivia they include as part of it. Thanks for making it a fun and easy read each week.

The Merge is an absolute must-listen for anyone seeking to fortify their understanding of defense, be it on the battlefield, in the boardroom, or in the game of life. With its razor-sharp insights and captivating storytelling, this podcast has earned its rightful place achieving it's goal of the most okayest defense podcast out there. The guests on the show share thier insane war stories that bring the world of combat aviation to your headphones. Along with The Merge's newsletter, listeners will be taken on a journey to discover how the US stays the top military in the world. Please tune in, take notes, and embrace the power of defense like never before.

This podcast is unlike any other that I've come across so far. The amount of quality information provided and expert analysis of the content is unmatched. The defense industry as a whole can be incredibly difficult to navigate, even while in the military, but this podcast does a great job of picking through the data and finding what people actually need to know. I routinely recommend this podcast to anyone who will listen and is interested in expanding their knowledge-base for all things defense industry. The guest speakers are also top-notch and allow the listener to hear a prospective that they otherwise wouldn't find anywhere else.

The Merge is the podcast you didn't know you needed until now.

Remember those long-winded briefings about the latest developments in defense tech? The ones where you'd wish someone would just cut to the chase, throw in a few jokes and make the whole thing more human? Well, The Merge is exactly that. It's a refreshingly approachable guide to the ins and outs of the defense industry, with the perfect blend of insights, salt, and wit.

Each episode feels like a conversation with old colleagues, talking shop over a round of beers. The host has a knack for making complex topics digestible, and even entertaining.

The charm of The Merge is in its blend of the serious and the light-hearted. It's a podcast that acknowledges the gravity of the defense world while not taking itself too seriously. It's a brilliant way to stay connected with the industry I've dedicated my life to, without feeling like I'm still on the clock. So here's to The Merge, the best podcast for old defense hounds like me to keep their paws in the game. Five out of five stars, would definitely listen again.