{"podcast":{"title":"America’s Frontlines","slug":"america-s-frontlines-7403653","podcast_index_feed_id":7403653,"rss_url":"https://feed.podbean.com/tomsheffield/feed.xml","website_url":"https://tomsheffield.podbean.com","image_url":"https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/20981346/ChatGPT_Image_Jun_30_2025_07_49_32_AM_Spotify90l1o.png","author":"Tom Sheffield","episode_count":100,"summary":"”America’s Frontlines” brings you firsthand perspectives from those shaping the future of national security and defense. From military leaders and system integrators to technologists and field operators, each episode dives into the challenges, innovations, and missions that define America’s defense infrastructure. Whether it’s AI at the tactical edge, supply chain resilience, or frontline decision-making, this podcast delivers powerful stories and actionable insights for defense professionals, policymakers, and citizens who care about the security of our nation.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-11T04:19:49.955003+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/america-s-frontlines-7403653"},"episode":{"title":"America's Frontlines Podcast 24 June 2026","slug":"america-s-frontlines-podcast-24-june-2026","published_at":"2026-06-24T16:28:06+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/america-s-frontlines-7403653/america-s-frontlines-podcast-24-june-2026","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/america-s-frontlines-7403653","url":"https://tomsheffield.podbean.com/e/americas-frontlines-podcast-24-june-2026/","audio_url":"https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/n7mp4zshh2cpqkkn/America_s_Frontlines_0624202695jxj.mp3","summary":"In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Skip ask whether America’s military has drifted from its core mission. They examine efforts by the Trump administration to eliminate DEI programs, restore merit-based standards, refocus veteran services, and strengthen a military centered on readiness, deterrence, and winning wars. They also explore questions of trust and accountability on multiple fronts—from a fragile Lebanon ceasefire connected to broader U.S.–Iran negotiations, to newly declassified intelligence files fueling debate over global biolabs and pandemic-era decisions, and the extraordinary battlefield heroism of a soldier whose actions may soon earn the nation’s highest military decoration. As always, Colonel Denny lightens the mood with another round of his trademark humor and well-timed one-liners. Our featured guest is former Air Force Captain Caitlin Moran, who shares her experiences in uniform, her transition to becoming an Air Force spouse, and her journey through law school. Her story offers a unique perspective on military service, family life, and professional growth. We also continue our regular look back at military history, revisiting the events, sacrifices, and lessons that helped shape our nation and remain relevant today. Retired Coast Guard Chief Warrant Officer Roland Ashby returns with another installment of his popular “Warrant Wisdom.” And it’s time once again for our Movie of the Month review as team member Diane Raver from the Garden State Film Festival joins the show to discuss this month’s featured film and why it’s worth watching. Join us for an episode that explores military readiness, national security, leadership, and the people whose service continues to strengthen America.","meta_description":"In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Skip ask whether America’s military has drifted from its core mission. They examine efforts by…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3705,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/america-s-frontlines-7403653/episodes/america-s-frontlines-podcast-24-june-2026/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/america-s-frontlines-7403653/america-s-frontlines-podcast-24-june-2026.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}