The Late Crew is back and launching straight into orbit—politically speaking—as the Space Force gets a front-row seat at the 60th presidential inauguration. Are they guarding satellites or just vibing in formation? Either way, it's another win for space force podcast material. Then we pivot to the Air Force’s latest idea: more inspections! Because nothing boosts morale like another surprise visit from the checklist mafia.

Meanwhile, the Army somehow hits 30,000 recruits already this year (did someone finally update the recruiting posters?), and we round things out with a nostalgic dive into the music that defined the Global War on Terror. From barracks iPods to convoy playlists, we crank the volume on the tracks that carried a generation through deployments and dumb decisions. It's patriotic chaos, powered by caffeine, dark humor, and just enough insight to get flagged by your old First Sergeant.