Tesseract Podcast

In this episode of the Tesseract podcast, James sits down with (Ret.) Lt. Gen. Jay Silveria to explore the profound transformations that shaped the U.S. Air Force, particularly in the wake of the September 11th attacks. Lt. Gen. Silveria offers invaluable perspectives on the rapid and sustained organizational change that unfolded before and after 9/11, shedding light on how the Air Force evolved strategically, tactically, and operationally in response to this pivotal event.

Gen. Silveria talks about his experiences and as the conversation unfolds, he shares about his critical role in strengthening organic security capabilities. Beyond airpower, this role expanded his purview into broader security cooperation efforts. The episode also highlights his insights into inter-agency cooperation, demonstrating the importance of collaboration among various government entities.

Discover the logistical intricacies of change and gain a deeper understanding of how (Ret.) Lt. Gen. Jay Silveria's remarkable journey has contributed to the Air Force's adaptability and success in navigating an ever-evolving landscape, from pre-9/11 to the era of Great Power Competition.

Join us on this exciting Tesseract Podcast Episode where we talk about aerospace innovation with, Amanda Whalen and Diana Prenoveau, leading the charge in the Royal Canadian Air Force's (RCAF) Plan Qulliq initiative.

Amanda and Diana are instrumental figures in the RCAF's mission to transform its operations through cutting-edge innovation. In this episode, they share their inspiring journey and insights into how Plan Qulliq is shaping the future of the RCAF. Tune in as we explore their experiences, successes, and the collaborative spirit that drives Plan Qulliq's mission to elevate the RCAF's capabilities to new heights.

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In this episode “Enabling Exceptional Software Solutions with Matthew Nelson” your host James dove into the world of cutting-edge software solutions for the Air Force. Throughout this engaging conversation, James and Matthew explore the intricacies of developing software that powers the Air Force. Matthew's remarkable journey, from his EWI fellowship to his current roles as an Air Force Reserve Lieutenant Colonel and his notable contributions to Kessel Run and BESPIN, offers invaluable insights into the challenges and innovations of his career.

Tune in to uncover the vital role of exceptional mobile and web software solutions in enhancing Air Force operations and maintaining a technological edge. Join us and gain a deeper understanding of the driving forces behind the evolution of military software solutions.

In this episode, James talked with Technical Sergeant Dan Kosty, a Tesseract Core Member and Program Manager with our Concept Integrations Branch. They discussed his experience as a C-17 Maintainer, Co-Founder of Tron, and working within the Innovation Ecosystem.

In this episode, James talked with Colonel Bary Flack, commander of the 436th Mission Generation Group at Dover AFB. We talked about how the new organizational structure - the MGG - intends to unite work centers under the common mission of power projection.

In this episode, James talked with Ms. Brown, HAF/A4L Deputy, Col. Hartle, HAF/A4L Associate Director, and Mr. Malby, HAF/A4PA IT Specialist and Innovator. We talked about the unique set of circumstances that innovation brings to the traditional hierarchy of a military staff and their experiences with overcoming hurdles and scaling to the enterprise.

In this episode, James talked with grassroots innovators SrA Jackson Wynn, TSgt Aaron Garcia, and TSgt Adam Funderburgh. We discussed their idea, Project Madagascar, and how it supports the Air Force’s next-generation warehouse. We also talked about being an innovator at the field level and prototyping with almost zero cost.

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In this episode, we sit down with Chris Shaheen, a Contracting Officer at Air Force Material Command. Chris talks about the duties and responsibilities of his position as well as roadblocks faced by an Airforce contracting/acquisition specialist. He discusses Small Business Innovation Research (SBIRs) and the plethora of systems and tools that exist for different organizations to fund innovation.

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In this episode, James talked with Major Kyle “Gouge” McAlpin, C-17 pilot and ML Project Manager at the DAF-MIT AI Accelerator. We talked about the difficulty in transitioning solutions from one domain to another in the Air Force and the broader DoD, especially when AI/ML is involved, and how operators have extremely nuanced requirements for the tools they use.