Equipping the Corps

Oct 17 2024 71 ep. 35 mins 22
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Conversations about Marine Corps acquisition, innovation, and gear with host Morgan Blackstock, MCSC’s Public Affairs Specialist.

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Cyber with Gaurang Dävé

Oct 17 2024 53 mins  
In this episode, Morgan sits down with Mr. Gaurang Dävé, Marine Corps Systems Command’s Cyber Technology Officer and USMC Acquisition Authorizing Official. This conversation dives into the current landscape of cyber threats, MCSC’s strategies to protect and equip the Marine Corps, and how AI could play a role in the future. Tune in to hear more on Mr. Dävé's insights on cyb

High-Capacity Communications with Tara Miner

Sep 19 2024 25 mins  
Satellite communication systems, high-bandwidth data links, and secure voice and data transmission capabilities are the cornerstone to providing critical connectivity when traditional terrestrial communication infrastructure are compromised or unavailable on the battlefield. High-Capacity Communications at Marine Corps Systems Command Communications plays a pivotal role in ensuring

MADIS SVT with Maj Craig Warner

May 23 2024 11 mins  
On this episode, Morgan takes Equipping the Corps into the field for MADIS System Verification Testing, or SVT. Joining her is Maj Craig Warner, product manager for Future Weapon Systems.

Marine Recon with LtCol Jason Hibler

May 09 2024 46 mins  
Marine Recon units are the commander’s eyes and ears on the battlefield. From clandestine missions to intelligence gathering, they are a silent force ensuring military readiness. On this episode, Morgan chats with LtCol Jason Hibler the Concept Development Team 1 Lead within the Experiment Division at Marine Corps Warfighting Lab, or MCWL. The views expressed in this podcast ref

Warfighter Support Division with Rick Bobst

Apr 25 2024 46 mins  
We talk a lot about fielding equipment here on the podcast, but the command’s work doesn’t stop once equipment is in the hands of Marines. Things like maintenance, modernization, software updates, and technical support continue through the life of the equipment. And for some systems, included in that is 24/7 technical support provided by the Marine Corps Tactical Systems Suppor

STRL Designation with Col Craig Clarkson and Mr. Tim Gramp

Apr 11 2024 52 mins  
As the Marine Corps continues to modernize to meet Force Design goals, innovation is critical. Cue: Science and Technology Reinvention Laboratory, or STRL, designation for the Marine Corps Tactical Support Activity – which is enabling them to operate more like a warfare center. On this episode, Morgan dives into the STRL designation with two guests: Mr. Tim Gramp, the Marine Cor

Other Transaction Authority with Jack Cave

Mar 28 2024 43 mins  
In acquisition, we often have to strike a balance between getting gear out quickly and abiding by federal contract regulations. However, in some cases our command is able to use specific contract vehicles to better meet the “speed of need.” On this episode, Morgan chats with Jack Cave, Division Head for Program Support. The views expressed in this podcast reflect those of the

Amphibious Combat Vehicles with Col Tim Hough

Mar 14 2024 48 mins  
Today is a very special day in Equipping the Corps history as Morgan welcomes our first ever return guest, Col. Tim Hough. Col. Hough is the program manager for Advanced Amphibious Assault, and he and his team are leading the development and fielding efforts for the Amphibious Combat Vehicle – the Corps’ next-generation vehicle designed to move Marines from ship to shore. Boo

Individual Armor with Maj Conor Stewart

Feb 29 2024 35 mins  
On this episode, Morgan sits down with Maj. Conor Stewart, Project Officer for the Individual Armor team here at SYSCOM. Ensuring the Marine Corps is a premiere fighting force starts with the individual Marine, from packs to body armor, Maj Stewart’s team is leading the way. The views expressed in this podcast reflect those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the vie

Low Altitude Air Defense with GySgt Mattheau Ross

Feb 15 2024 48 mins  
Someone once said, “Seconds are hours on the battlefield – especially when it comes to the Low Altitude Air Defense community.” The Marine Air Defense Integrated System, or MADIS, is the Marine Corps’ newest asset in counter-unmanned aircraft systems operations and brings the Corps one step closer to air dominance. On this episode, Morgan chats with GySgt Mattheau Ross, MA