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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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Thursday Oct 20, 2022
Thursday Oct 20, 2022
Discussing news stories about the Continental Army’s victory at Yorktown, the Army’s new Army Combat Fitness Test, and the Heritage Foundation rates the US Military as “weak”.
Wednesday Oct 12, 2022
Wednesday Oct 12, 2022
Discussing news stories about Benedict Arnold’s naval defeat, the renaming of 9 Army posts, the Army’s plans to field mixed reality goggles, the Air Force does away with bullet writing, and the Top 5 retention ideas for the military.
Monday Oct 10, 2022
Monday Oct 10, 2022
Today, my guest is Navy CDR (Ret) Lem Shepherd. Lem graduated high school in Newport, RI in 1972. He attended the University of California at San Diego (UCSD) where he graduated with a Psychology degree in 1976. After speaking with a Navy recruiter, he joined the service and in October 1976, he swore in. Lem attended Officer Candidate School (OCS) at Newport, RI followed by Surface Warfare Officer (SWO) school at San Diego, CA. His first assignment was aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ranger. His next ship was the oil tanker USNS Kawishiwi. An assignment to Yokosuka, Japan followed by shore duty back at San Diego. In 1986, he left the active Navy and joined the Naval Reserves. After several different Reserve assignments, he deployed to Kuwait in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF). He retired from the Navy in 2004.
Thursday Oct 06, 2022
Thursday Oct 06, 2022
Discussing news stories about the USS Ranger sinking 5 German ships in 1943, plant-based MREs, the Coast Guard suspends high-year tenure discharges, the Air Force grounds the C-130H, the Biden administration defends 20,000 military discharges for not taking the COVID vaccine, and a Marine sets a Guiness World Record for number of burpees in 1 minute.
Wednesday Sep 28, 2022
Wednesday Sep 28, 2022
Discussing news stories about SF Camp A-109 in Vietnam is attacked, Florida military prep for Hurricane Ian, Hawaii Coast Guard spots Chinese and Russian ships, Army dumping money into the Commissaries to lower food costs, and the history of BCGs.
Friday Sep 23, 2022
Friday Sep 23, 2022
Today, my guest is Army retired LTC Rob Smith. Rob grew up in Philadelphia and graduated from Overbook High School in 1983. He joined the Army right after graduation and swore in at the Philly MEPS at just 17 years old. He went to Basic and AIT at Ft. Jackson, SC as a 71L Administrative Specialist. His first assignment was to Engineer School BDE in Ft. Belvoir, VA. That was followed by an assignment to Korea, and then back to Arlington Hall Station, VA. It was there that he was accepted into the Green to Gold program and attended Shippensberg University in Pennsylvania. Upon graduation, he was commissioned a 2LT in Armor. He attended Officer Basic Course at Ft. Knox, KY. Then he was assigned to the 4th Infantry Division at Ft. Carson, CO. After four years in Armor, he was branch detailed to Military Intelligence. He went to Officer Advanced Course at Ft. Huachuca, AZ where he was promoted to Captain. He later served as a Basic Training Company Commander, transferred to Acquisitions branch, deployed to Afghanistan in 2016, and retired as a Lieutenant Colonel in 2017.
Wednesday Sep 21, 2022
Wednesday Sep 21, 2022
Discussing news stories about Black Sheep Squadron debuts on NBC, the 12 coolest jobs in the Marines, Air Force decides not to cut Special Duty Pay, the Army creates a new lifting suit, AI and robots on the battlefield, and the Space Force debuts its new branch song.
Saturday Sep 17, 2022
Saturday Sep 17, 2022
Today, my guest is former Air Force A1C Shelley Perez. Shelley grew up in Tampa, FL. Upon graduating high school in 1986, she went to work for GTE phone company. After a few years and wanting try something different, she joined the Air Force. In 1989, she swore in at the St. Petersburg MEPS station and went off to Basic training as an ADR Specialist. Her Tech school was at Lowry AFB, CO, and her first assignment was to Upper Heyford, England with the 55th Fighter Squadron. A1C Perez exited active duty in 1991.
Tuesday Sep 13, 2022
Tuesday Sep 13, 2022
Discussing news stories about Gen Winfield Scott raises the American Flag over Mexico in 1847, Marines SRT trains in multiple scenarios, poll of family members shows they wouldn’t recommend military service, information about the Together We Served website, and a Navy enlisted man saves 18 migrants.
Tuesday Sep 06, 2022
Tuesday Sep 06, 2022
Discussing news stories about President Eisenhower accepts surrender of Italy in 1943, Air Force cutting special duty pay, Air Force/Space Force considering waiver’s for recruits who test positive for THC, and the National Defense Service Medal will no longer be awarded after this December.