The NDS Show - An Intelligence Community Podcast covering Geospatial Intelligence, Open Source Intelligence OSINT, Human Intelligence HUMINT, Military & National Security

The NDS Show - An Intelligence Community Podcast covering Geospatial Intelligence, Open Source Intelligence OSINT, Human Intelligence HUMINT, Military & National Security

Unlock a world of valuable insights and thought-provoking discussions related to the Special Forces, Military, and Intelligence Community (CIA, NSA, NGA, FBI, Military Intelligence). Things we discuss: GEOINT, OSINT, HUMINT, SIGINT, SOF, Special Forces, Military, Veterans Issues, Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, Entrepreneurship, Geopolitics, News, Politics, Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Augmented Reality, Cloud Computing, Data Analytics, Government Contracting, Defense Contracting, Business, Sports, Movies, Humor, and more! Join Nick, a successful entrepreneur and business leader, on his journey to discover a world of INTELLIGENCE in all facets of our lives. As an Army Veteran with expertise in geospatial Intelligence Operations, and multiple successful businesses and investments across a variety of industries, including technology, defense, real estate, crypto, and private financing, Nick has the expertise and knowledge to host thought provoking topics with guests of all stripes. From expert analysis of current events to exclusive interviews with experts, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the world around you. Nick hopes this podcast will further expand your mind and enrich your life. From in-depth discussions on current events, to thought-provoking ideas, you’ll find something of interest. Tune in to expand your knowledge and expand your INTELLIGENCE! SUBSCRIBE or FOLLOW to stay up-to-date on new episodes and JOIN THE CONVERSATION!

Episodes

February 27, 2025 85 mins

Former ATF agent Peter Forcelli exposes government failures, corruption, and the reality of law enforcement operations. ✅ Subscribe here on YouTube

From Operation Fast and Furious to the Parkland school shooting, Forcelli provides an insider’s perspective on some of the most controversial topics in U.S. law enforcement.

🔹 Topics Covered:

The real role of ATF and its involvement in gun crimes Fast and Furious scandal: How the U.S. ...

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Motivation and Inspiration from Joe O'Connor, mastering personal development and life lessons from defeating death and overcoming insurmountable obstacles.

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In this powerful episode of The NDS Show, Joe O’Connor shares his incredible story of survival, resilience, and transformation. From dying three times at age 14 to breaking his neck during SAS selection, Joe’s journey is nothing short of inspirational. He d...

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Austin Weishel, a bronze sculptor, joins to discuss his art honoring gr beret special forces, military heroes, veterans, first responders like police officers & fire fighters, and Betty White!

From sculpting the Trojan Horse monument for the 10th Special Forces Group to the Nevada State Firefighter Memorial, Austin shares the artistic process, deep symbolism, and powerful st...

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Retired Green Beret Scott Mann shares the story behind Task Force Pineapple, the real challenges of the Afghanistan withdrawal, and the ongoing fight to protect America's security.

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🌟 Key Takeaways: How storytelling can transform lives and build trust. Leadership lessons from Village Stability Operati...

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Claudiu Pândaru founder of Republica, provides the full context behind Romania's Election Turmoil involving Russian interference and Calin Georgescu's presidential campaign. The recent elections in Romania, the impact of political dynamics, and the growing mistrust in government institutions. Our guest delves into the significance of voter behavior, perceptions of leadership, and what the future might hold for Romania's political l...

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Glenn Tiffert joins the podcast to explore the evolving landscape of U.S.-China relations, technological competition, and the future of global power dynamics.

Glenn shares his insights on how China's strategic ambitions intersect with American innovation, and what this means for the future of democracy and economic growth. We dive deep into the impact of Chinese influence on academia, industry...

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In this episode, we dive into an inspiring conversation with CIA Leadership Executive Mike Mears, a seasoned leader with a fascinating background in intelligence, leadership development, and organizational transformation. Mike shares compelling stories from his career, explores the principles of effective leadership, and provides actionable advice on applying these insights in today's dynamic world. Whether you're a professional se...

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Steve Loori, a seasoned intelligence community professional, shares his incredible journey from the Marine Corps to becoming a leader in the world of commercial data analysis and Open Source Intelligence for surveillance and reconnaissance. Starting with his experiences as a young Marine during the Iraq War, Steve delves into how those early challenges shaped his perspective and ultimately led him to a career in intelligence and da...

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Gabe Dominocielo, co-founder of Umbra Space, discusses the challenges and excitement of launching SAR satellites and the unique capabilities of synthetic aperture radar. He shares insights into the process of developing satellites, the choice of SAR technology, and the importance of precision in radar imagery. Gabe also talks about the diverse range of customers, including governments, commercial industries, and even hobbyists, and...

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Robert (Bob) Sharp shares his journey in the military and as the director of the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA). He discusses how he accidentally became an admiral and the joy he found in changing jobs and working with different people. He also talks about the importance of specialization and generalization in the intelligence community. Bob reflects on his time as the director of NGA and the challenges and opportuni...

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Welcome to a powerful episode of The NDS Show where we host an inspiring conversation with Marine Corps Veteran and Business Owner, Chayse Roth, who is also the Chairman of the Veteran Business Collective. In this revealing episode, Chayse provides his insights into the world of a Critical Skills Operator and what sets MARSOC (Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command) apart.

He reflects on his decision to join the Marines and...

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Delve deep into the clandestine world of the CIA and Black Ops with former spy and shadow warrior, Enrique "Ric" Prado. Known for volunteering for life or death espionage missions for the Central Intelligence Agency and his pivotal role in human intelligence (HUMINT) operations during the Contra Wars under Ronald Reagan and tracking Osama Bin Laden pre 9/11, Prado shares stories from his thrilling career as a CIA Officer detailed i...

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Welcome to our latest podcast episode where we sit down with Luke Fischer, the CEO and cofounder of SkyFi, a company revolutionizing the world of satellite imagery. We delve into the fascinating journey of SkyFi, exploring their cutting-edge earth observation application that is reshaping how we order satellite imagery, including Electro Optical, Thermal, Synthetic Aperture Radar, and Multi-Spectral.

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Welcome to another insightful episode of "The NDS Show," where we delve into the fascinating market of Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) including government contracting and commercial industry. We start off by introducing and explaining what GEO261 is all about and the different ways you can become involved in the GEOINT market segment.

We also discuss the critical role military training plays in developing GEOINT skills. In today'...

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In this episode, we continue our journey in the enthralling world of Open Source Intelligence with OSINT Technical, one of the leading twitter accounts for sharing publicly available information about the War in Ukraine. We explore the intriguing facets of the Russian & Ukranian military strategies, tactics, and philosophy.

Our podcast further uncovers the meticulous process for verifying data and ensuring quality control in open s...

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We'll be covering insights into the state of the GEOINT industry, a preview of the GEOINT Symposium, and the amazing emerging technologies and innovations that are rising in the community. 

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Dive deep into the world of Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) and the power of publicly available information gathering and analysis. In this podcast we define and explain OSINT and how it differs from traditional intelligence methods. You'll learn how OSINT is used to track Russian spies in Sweden, troop movements in Ukraine, investigate ISIS in Syria, and even predict banking collapses. We also cover the ethics of OSINT and how it...

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Drone and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Expert Kerry Mapes joins the podcast to talk about drones and their many use cases from Military Technology and warfare to Scientific Research.

Nick and Kerry discuss the many applications of drone uses including engineering, geospatial science, military warfare, photography, real estate and mapping. Kerry discloses her favorite DJI Drones including the Mavic 3 and the Mavic Mini and her expe...

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UFC Lightweight Fighter Joe Solecki joins THE NDS SHOW to talk about the strategy and mental fight of mixed martial arts and his current flourishing career in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Joe tells the story of how he made it to the UFC and his experiences on Dana White’s Contender series during the COVID epidemic and his recent victories. We talked about the shock and settling of working with Dana White, Bruce Buffer, and J...

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