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The Startup Defense

by Callye Keen · English

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The Startup Defense explores the intersection of commercial technology and defense innovation. Callye Keen (Kform) talks with expert guests about the latest needs and trends in the defense industry and how startup companies are driving innovation and change. From concept to field, The Startup Defense covers artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, mission computing, autonomous systems, and the manufacturing necessary to make technology real.

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Counter-Drone Defense, Ultrashort Pulse Lasers, Applied Energetics with Chris Donaghey

Counter-drone defense for “Group 1” small, cheap, sight-seeking autonomous swarms; why layered defenses are needed; and how Applied Energetics’ ultra-short pulse lasers aim to rapidly disable drone…

6 Nov 2026 · 25m · 11 chapters

GPS-Denied Autonomy, Synthetic GPS, VICTUS with Jesse Hamel

GPS-denied autonomy and “synthetic GPS” for drones and beyond. Guest argues GPS jamming/spoofing is now unavoidable due to both adversary capability and changing space/solar conditions, making GPS a…

23 Sep 2026 · 46m · 18 chapters

Expeditionary Power, Software-Defined Energy, and BKPK with Sascha Dainat

Expeditionary and software-defined power for defense and emergency missions—making battery power systematic, modular, and intelligent so critical systems (HVAC, medical tents, drone ground control)…

26 Aug 2026 · 20m · 8 chapters

Mission Integrity, Financial Gravity, and Lean to Incorruptible with Eric Ries

Eric Ries argues that “Lean Startup” must be paired with mission integrity.

29 Jul 2026 · 33m · 10 chapters

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