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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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Monday Jan 16, 2023
Monday Jan 16, 2023
My guest today is former Army SGT Mike Appleby. Mike grew up in Cedar Rapids, IA. He graduated from Washington High School in 1963, and then attended the University of Iowa, graduating with a Bachelor’s in Business Administration in 1967. Upon his graduation, he was drafted by the Army, and was sworn in at Camp Dodge, Des Moines, IA in Sep 1967. His basic training was at Ft. Lewis, WA where he received an MOS of 11B. After attending AIT at Ft. Ord, CA, Mike was sent to Ft. Campbell, KY to be trained as an armored vehicle driver in may 1968. His first assignment was to Camp Casey, 7th Infantry Div, Korea, where his MOS was changed to 11L, Army Education Specialist. After a successful tour in Korea, Mike was discharged from the Army in April 1969.
Thursday Jan 12, 2023
Thursday Jan 12, 2023
Discussing news stories about Congress voting to take action in Kuwait, the A-10 Warthog’s new mission, the F-15EX, and the Air Force’s replacement for the tape test.
Wednesday Jan 11, 2023
Wednesday Jan 11, 2023
Hello and welcome to The Swearing In Podcast, I am your host Marty Smith. Today is a special episode of the Podcast. Yesterday, on January 10th 2023, we lost a brother in service. Air Force Staff Sergeant (Ret) John Anderson passed away at the age of 92. In his honor, I am re-posting his interview from December 2021. Thank you, John, for your service to our country, and may God bless you and your family!
Today, my guest is U.S. Air Force SSgt (Ret) John “Andy” Anderson. Andy grew up in Belford, New Jersey and joined the Army in 1947 at 17 years old. He attended Basic training at Lackland AFB, TX, followed by his first assignment at Ft. Lewis, WA. He went TDY (temporary duty) to Howard AFB, Panama, before being reassigned to Ft. Slocum, NY. There he was given the chance to cross-over into the newly formed Air Force. Afterwards, he was sent to Lowry AFB, CO where he married his wife of 60 years. In 1952, he was assigned to March AFB, CA as part of Strategic Air Command (SAC). Two years later, he was assigned to Guam. After that he went to Lincoln, NE, Taiwan and then retired in 1967 out of Holloman AFB, NM.
After retiring from the military, he became a Deputy Sheriff for Arapahoe County, CO. Later, Andy joined the Post Office and returned to the work he did in the military. He retired from the Post Office in 1988.
Thursday Jan 05, 2023
Thursday Jan 05, 2023
Discussing news stories about the creation of the SEALs, launching cruise missiles from C-130s, the first female Abrams Tank Master Gunner, new parents get 12 weeks of parental leave, and the Navy’s Marine Mammal Program.
Saturday Dec 31, 2022
Thursday Dec 15, 2022
Thursday Dec 15, 2022
Discussing news stories about Congress approving the 5 star rank in 1944, the new Command Sergeant Major of the Army, the Navy announces the USS Fallujah, the Army’s new Mobile Protective Firepower vehicles, and blind and disabled veterans can’t access VA websites.
Thursday Dec 08, 2022
Thursday Dec 08, 2022
Discussing news stories about Hitler’s “Night and Fog” decree, blood delivery by drones, the Army chooses its new helicopter, the Air Force ends BEAST week, and the Marines allow ponytails. The V-280 valor: https://www.bellflight.com/products/bell-v-280 Sikorsky-Boeing Defiant X: https://www.lockheedmartin.com/en-us/products/flraa-defiant-x.html
Wednesday Nov 23, 2022
Wednesday Nov 23, 2022
Discussing news stories about JFK’s assassination, the Navy begins major revamp of promotions, the AT-802U Sky Warden, and former combat vet Richard Fierro saving lives at the Colorado Springs nightclub shooting. Sky Warden Link: https://www.defensenews.com/air/2022/08/01/us-special-operations-command-chooses-l3harris-sky-warden-for-armed-overwatch-effort/
Thursday Nov 10, 2022
Thursday Nov 10, 2022
Discussing news stories about the history of Veteran’s Day, the number of Veterans running for office, the Army launches JPMRC, the Wall of Faces Project, Sylvester Stallone Says 'First Blood' Producers Wanted to Cut Rambo's Iconic Speech, and a Marine re-enlists at a Raising Canes.
Saturday Nov 05, 2022
Saturday Nov 05, 2022
My guest today is retired Air Force Technical Sergeant, Kevin Balcom. Kevin graduated from Mona Shores High School in Michigan in 1997. He swore in at the MEPS station in Lansing, MI and went to Basic Training in June 1998. His AFSCN was 1C6 Space Systems Operations. After Basic, he attended technical school at Vandenberg AFB, CA. His first assignment was to the 11th Space Warning Squadron at Peterson AFB, CO. When that unit shut down in 2002, Kevin was assigned to the 2nd Space Warning Squadron at Buckley AFB, CO. Later he served in assignments to Boulder, CO and Vandenberg AFB, CA. He retired in 2018.