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Late For Changeover is the podcast for anyone who’s ever rolled into guard mount a few minutes late but still got the job done—with a story to tell. Hosted by veterans Marty Smith, Eric “Mr. History” Piarrot, Jake Wall, Ana Mondragon, and rotating guests, this weekly show blends military humor, historical deep dives, space-force-level absurdity, and off-the-rails banter. It’s smart, sharp, and just unhinged enough to keep you coming back. From billion-dollar rocket launches to confederate statue debates, every episode serves up irreverent takes from people who’ve been there, done that, and still remember their shift-change stories. ”Swearing In” is a special interview series from Late For Changeover that explores the moment everything changed: the decision to raise your right hand. Through intimate, one-on-one conversations, each episode dives into the personal stories behind enlistment, capturing the motivations, fears, and defining moments that led individuals to military service. From first-generation soldiers to second-chance enlistees, Swearing In honors the deeply human side of the uniform, offering listeners a raw, reflective look at where the journey really begins. Late For Changeover isn’t just jokes and jargon. Beneath the laughs are reflections on identity, transition, leadership, and what it means to serve—and then move on. Whether you’re a vet, an active-duty listener, or just someone who loves to laugh at acronyms and unpack the weirdness of bureaucracy, you’ll feel right at home. No branch is spared, no topic is off limits, and no one escapes a roast—especially the hosts. Hit subscribe, and join the formation. Just don’t be late. And be sure to join the fun on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrzPMzqLMg05QK9B2tpO4NA
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NASA to launch rescue mission July 1 to save Swift space telescope from burning up in Earth's atmosphere.
Sailor’s fatal fall exposed drug ring aboard aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan.
German city (Weiden) to celebrate America’s 250th.
Unheralded history: Navy BM2 Owen Hammerberg, MoH 17 Feb 1945
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Tuesday Jun 23, 2026
Tuesday Jun 23, 2026
Menstruation in space will be studied for 1st time with 'Operation Period’ (07:17)
First Women's Parachute Team Jumps Into Normandy for D-Day's 82nd Anniversary (18:50)
Timeline of War: World War II 1944 (26:44)
Unheralded History: June 19, 1865, Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger (37:47)
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Tuesday Jun 16, 2026
Tuesday Jun 16, 2026
NASA chief defends all-male Artemis 3 astronaut crew amid backlash: 'I don't think anyone should be reading into this' (17:08)
First look at the Global War on Terrorism Memorial design in Washington (31:48) As tick threat grows, Navy lab investigates ‘gummy bear’ bug repellent (44:16)
Unheralded History: The Harlem Hellfighters 1917 (56:39)
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Tuesday Jun 09, 2026
Tuesday Jun 09, 2026
SpaceX is about to become the 7th-most valuable American company.
Medal of Honor recipient and legendary Vietnam War helicopter pilot ‘Old Snake’ has died.
Timeline of War: World War II. 1943
Unheralded History: Operation Babylift April 1975
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Tuesday Jun 02, 2026
Tuesday Jun 02, 2026
How Blue Origin's rocket explosion affects NASA's moon plans (03:18)
Army develops exoskeleton for lower-limb injuries on the battlefield (17:55)
Timeline of War: World War II. 1941-1942 (26:42)
Unheralded History: Gen Douglas McArthur-the highs and lows (43:22)
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Tuesday May 26, 2026
Tuesday May 26, 2026
Grab the Estes Blue Origin model rocket ahead of Memorial Day with it's lowest price since January! (09:12)
SpaceX just launched Starship V3 — its most powerful megarocket yet — into space for the 1st time in spectacular Flight 12 test (14:11)
Dozens of Revolutionary War soldiers laid to rest after 250 years (23:42)
Security Forces airman becomes first Air Force graduate of Army’s revived jungle school (29:01)
Unheralded History: Captain Larry L. Taylor, Medal of Honor Recipient, June 18, 1968 (42:40)
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Tuesday May 19, 2026
Tuesday May 19, 2026
Late For Changeover 20 May 2026
Idaho Air Show crash (06:59)
US Air Force looks to convert offshore oil rigs into rocket recovery platforms (11:22)
The Army is testing medevac drones that lift injured soldiers from battlefields (25:29)
Actors Gary Sinise, Joe Mantegna Prep to Host Massive Memorial Day Concert (42:12)
Unheralded History: The Battle of Fire Support Base Ripcord 1970 (50:28)
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Tuesday May 12, 2026
Tuesday May 12, 2026
Space Force to Overhaul Key Early Warning, Surveillance Radars Around the World (09:24)
Military will now prescreen recruits for 28 medical conditions (21:46)
A field competition for Army chaplains tests spiritual mettle (32:00)
The Landing at Veracruz on March 9, 1847 (40:56)
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Wednesday May 06, 2026
Wednesday May 06, 2026
Rest In Peace: Rip-Its (02:12).
Space Force selects first part-time guardians from pool of Air Force reservists (06:16).
Military insiders may be betting on operations more than previously known (15:44).
Air Force security squadron in Alaska creates Arctic combat development course (27:25)
Unheralded History: CORONA: America's First Imaging Satellite Program (35:04)
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Tuesday Apr 28, 2026
Tuesday Apr 28, 2026
The End of Free Skies: How New FAA Fees Reshape Launch Economics (09:26). Navy’s 1st unmanned aircraft for use on carriers makes initial flight (26:12). Robot fails (30:54).
Unheralded History: The Red Ball Express 1944 (45:36)
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