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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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Friday Sep 15, 2023
Friday Sep 15, 2023
This is part 3 of my interview with General Petty. He starts off by describing what is what like returning with his battalion from deployment to Iraq in Aug 2007. Then he left command to become the Branch Chief of Standards and Training for the COARNG. Later, he was promoted to full Colonel and took command of the 89th Troop BDE. After command, he became the Chief of Staff for COARNG. As he was preparing to retire, he received a call hat he was selected for Brigadier General. He was promoted in 2014 and sent to Sarajevo, Bosnia as a NATO Commander.
Wednesday Sep 13, 2023
Wednesday Sep 13, 2023
Today we talk about President Bush’s press release on 12 Sep 2001, 4,500 3rd Infantry Division soldiers deploying to Eastern Europe, US moves troops and equipment within Niger as ‘precautionary measure’, and the Navy Department begins process to reconsider 3,770 medical discharges for retirement upgrades.
Department of Navy Reconsider 3,770 Medical Discharges for Retirement Upgrades: https://www.military.com/daily-news/2023/09/07/more-3700-medically-discharged-sailors-and-marines-eligible-reevaluation-retirement.html
Thursday Sep 07, 2023
Thursday Sep 07, 2023
Today we talk about Little Willie-the first British tank in 1915, Chinese Nationals posing as tourists have accessed US Military Bases, 3M settles its combat earplug lawsuit for $6 billion, 4 foot 7 inch Marine completes boot camp, Marines eating crayons, Coast Guard arrest Florida man trying to travel to London by crossing Atlantic Ocean in hamster wheel.
“Drinking Crayons” beer: https://www.marinecorpstimes.com/off-duty/military-culture/2023/08/30/cheers-marines-theres-a-craft-crayon-beer/
Marines coloring book: https://www.military.com/off-duty/books/2023/09/05/green-weenie-can-be-whatever-color-you-want-new-terminal-lance-coloring-book.html
Florida man “hamster wheel”: https://www.fox35orlando.com/news/florida-man-tried-to-get-to-london-by-crossing-atlantic-ocean-in-hamster-wheel-coast-guard
4 foot 7 inch Marine completes boot camp: https://www.stripes.com/branches/marine_corps/2023-09-06/shortest-marine-boot-camp-11280787.html
National Museum of military vehicles: https://www.nmmv.org/
The world’s first tank, Little Willie: https://tankmuseum.org/tank-nuts/tank-collection/little-willie
Wednesday Aug 30, 2023
Wednesday Aug 30, 2023
The gang discusses the Soviet Union’s first atomic bomb in 1949, how the Coast Guard rescued 4 lost divers, the Air Force Academy defends ‘Doolittle’ football uniform from online critics, test pilot-turned-tennis champ Vic Seixas is turning 100, and we play another round of “Guess the branch” game-athlete edition.
Coast Guard rescues 4 divers: https://taskandpurpose.com/news/navy-coast-guard-rescue-divers/
USAFA alternate football uniform: https://goairforcefalcons.com/galleries/football/apls-doolittle-raiders/apls/1757/145195
Vic Seixas turns 100: https://www.stripes.com/veterans/2023-08-28/vic-seixas-ww2-wimbledon-champion-11188329.html
Wednesday Aug 23, 2023
Wednesday Aug 23, 2023
Army SGM (Ret) Ken Ramos joins the gang and we discuss news stories about the Korean Tree Incident in 1976, a paratrooper is awarded the Soldier’s Medal, a Chief Warrant Officer 5 also awarded the Soldier’s Medal, Defense Media Activity names Stars and Stripes journalist its NCO of 2022, a military report says female soldiers in Army special operations face rampant sexism and harassment, and 3 legendary leaders who made America's special operations units into the elite forces they are today.
1LT Joseph Guerra awarded the Soldier’s Medal: https://www.armytimes.com/news/your-army/2023/08/14/how-a-paratroopers-combat-medic-training-saved-lives-during-shooting/
Chief Warrant Officer 5 Nigel P. Huebscher awarded the Soldier’s Medal: https://taskandpurpose.com/news/army-chief-warrant-officer-5-soldiers-medal-fire/
Wednesday Aug 16, 2023
Wednesday Aug 16, 2023
Discussing news stories about Operation Dragoon in 1944, Coast Guard rescues 14 people from ocean after fleeing Maui wildfires, a Sikh graduates Marine Corps Boot Camp with beard and turban, a new study links forever chemicals to testicular cancer in troops, and a new bill designates Air Force space operators as “legacy guardians.”
Sikh Graduates Marine Corps Boot Camp with Beard, Turban: https://www.military.com/daily-news/2023/08/11/after-legal-battles-sikh-graduates-marine-corps-boot-camp-beard-turban.html
Study links ‘forever chemicals’ to testicular cancer in US troops: https://www.marinecorpstimes.com/news/your-military/2023/08/14/study-links-forever-chemicals-to-testicular-cancer-in-us-troops/
Wednesday Aug 09, 2023
Wednesday Aug 09, 2023
Discussing news stories about the U.S. drops second atomic bomb on Nagasaki on 9 Aug 1945, the Navy makes promotion to E-4 automatic, President Biden keeps Space Command in Colorado, the Marine’s have a new drone truck, Lockheed makes bank restocking the Pentagon, 3 pieces of special operations gear that give troops “super powers”, and an Air Force spouse pours bleach in husband’s coffee.
Magnetic climbing system: https://www.sandboxx.us/news/special-ops/3-pieces-of-special-operations-gear-that-give-soldiers-super-powers/
Thursday Jul 27, 2023
Thursday Jul 27, 2023
This is Part 2 of my interview with Army Brigadier General (Ret) Chris Petty. After leaving the Active Duty Army in 1991, Gen Petty joined the Colorado Army National Guard and took command of C Company, 1/131st Aviation Regiment in Eagle, CO. That unit ran the High Altitude Aviation Training Site or HAATS. In 1994, he moved to Buckley Air National Guard Base and assumed command of A Company, 2/135th Aviation Battalion. After getting promoted to Major in 1996, he became the Battalion Assistant S3. After 18 months, he was reassigned to become the Deputy Commander of the Colorado Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) Response Team, which was later renamed to the Civil Support Team (CST). After two years, he left to go back to the Guard and took over as the 2/135th Battalion S3. His next assignment was as the Headquarters Commandant of the Joint Force Headquarters of Colorado. Later, he assumed command of 2nd Battalion, 135th Aviation Regiment and in 2006, he led the Battalion’s deployment to Balad, Iraq, supporting Joint Special Operations Command.
Wednesday Jul 26, 2023
Wednesday Jul 26, 2023
Discussing news stories about Pres. Truman signs the National Security Act in 1947, Air Force officer saves swimmer from rip tide, The Navy is developing an “Iron Man” dive suit, Air Force summer moves back on track, Tony Bennett, passed away on July 21 at age 96, and we play the guess their branch game: musician version.
DSEND diving suit: https://www.navytimes.com/news/your-navy/2023/07/10/the-navy-is-working-on-a-transformational-iron-man-dive-suit/
Thursday Jul 20, 2023
Thursday Jul 20, 2023
Discussing news stories about Operation Plum Bob in 1957, a Schofield soldier earns the Soldier’s Medal, four PJs water jump to save a Costa Rican, a soldier sprints across the DMZ, and we play the military auction game.
Pararescue jump: https://taskandpurpose.com/news/pararescue-pjs-costa-rica-rescue/