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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
Episodes
Wednesday Feb 22, 2023
Wednesday Feb 22, 2023
Discussing news stories about when President Hayes forbid alcohol on military posts in 1881, the Navy lifts COVID-19 vaccine requirement for deployments, the Navy removes failed fitness tests from records, old AFN commercials, and Dos Gringos plays the song “AFN”.
AFN commercials: https://www.wearethemighty.com/mighty-movies/top-american-forces-network-commercials-no-one-wanted-watch/
Dos Gringos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=bWwQNU3OD2E
Thursday Feb 16, 2023
Thursday Feb 16, 2023
Discussing news stories about the USS Maine 1898 explosion, the JLTV versus the HMMWV, and the duties of a JTAC. Also, we get to hear near-death stories from MSgt (Ret) Ron Denmon.
Wednesday Feb 08, 2023
Wednesday Feb 08, 2023
Discussing news stories about Operation Rolling Thunder, the Coast Guard saves a huge Goonies fan who had stolen a yacht, all your burning questions about the Chinese spy balloon, and the military rifle entry to the “All Military Team” selection.
Saturday Feb 04, 2023
Saturday Feb 04, 2023
My guest today is retired Air Force Master Sergeant, Shannon Singleton. Shannon grew up in Scarbro, WV and graduated from Oak Hill High School in 1997. He joined the Air Force on a delayed enlistment and went to Basic Training in February 1998. His AFSC was 1N0 Operations Intelligence and he attended tech school at Goodfellow AFB, San Angelo, TX. His first assignment was to Schriever AFB, CO with the 11th Space Warning Squadron. His next assignments included Scott AFB, IL, Osan, Korea, and Wright-Patterson AFB, OH. In 2009, he deployed to Kabul, Afghanistan. He returned with an assignment to Washington D.C., followed by his last assignment to Barksdale AFB, LA. Shannon retired in 2019.
Wednesday Feb 01, 2023
Wednesday Feb 01, 2023
Discussing news stories about the 37th anniversary of the Challenger disaster, a jet fuel scented candle, another drone strike using the “ninja bomb”, Navy Captain Royce Williams and his classified Korean dogfight, and the U.S. fighter jet entry to the “All Military” Team selection.
Jet fuel scented candle: https://www.billingtonfarms.com/products/jet-fuel-scented-candle-pilot-gift-scented-jet-fuel-candle
AGM-114 R9X Hellfire missile: https://taskandpurpose.com/tech-tactics/hellfire-r9x-missile-ninja-bomb-yemen/
Combat stats for all jets in use: https://migflug.com/jetflights/the-combat-statistics-for-all-the-aircraft-currently-in-use/
Wednesday Jan 25, 2023
Wednesday Jan 25, 2023
A Q&A session with special guest Air Force TSgt (Ret) Kevin Balcom as well as discussing news stories about US special operators to test an X-wing-like loitering munition, and the US Tank entry to the “All Military” Team selection.
Link to the “ROC X”: https://taskandpurpose.com/tech-tactics/us-special-operations-loitering-munition-point-blank/
The M4 Sherman: https://www.nationalww2museum.org/visit/museum-campus/us-freedom-pavilion/vehicles-war/m4-sherman-tank
The M-60 MBT: http://www.military-today.com/tanks/m60_patton.htm
The M1 Abrams MBT: https://asc.army.mil/web/portfolio-item/abrams-main-battle-tank/
Wednesday Jan 18, 2023
Wednesday Jan 18, 2023
Discussing news stories about Captain Jack and the Modocs in 1873, the Navy uses Saildrones, blast exposure history may become part of medical records, and the inaugural “All Military” Team selection.
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.