No Way Out
Welcome to the No Way Out podcast where we examine the variety of domains and disciplines behind John R. Boyd’s OODA sketch and why, today, more than ever, it is an imperative to understand Boyd’s axiomatic sketch of how organisms, individuals, teams, corporations, and governments comprehend, shape, and adapt in our VUCA world.
Episodes
86 episodes
Conceptual Spiral Redux: John Boyd’s Blueprint for Thriving in Complexity with Chet Richards
Step into the mind of legendary military strategist John Boyd as No Way Out unveils a special redux of his transformative briefing, Conceptual Spiral, originally presented at the 1993 SpaceCast 2020 conference. This r...
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Season 2
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Episode 28
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1:12:56
How Fat Leonard Breached the Navy's OODA Loop with Tom Wright
In this episode of No Way Out, investigative journalist Tom Wright joins us to dissect the infamous Fat Leonard scandal, a dark chapter in U.S. Navy history where corruption, manipulation, and ethical breaches were exposed on a massive...
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Season 2
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Episode 27
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1:12:06
A Daughter’s Perspective: Unpacking John Boyd's Legacy with Mary Boyd
Curious about how the legendary military strategist John Boyd shaped the world of aviation and beyond? Join us for an engaging conversation with Mary Boyd, who offers a captivating glimpse into growing up with such an influential father. Throug...
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Season 2
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Episode 26
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1:28:35
Mastering the Medium with Andrew McLuhan
What happens when you blend the strategic brilliance of John Boyd with the transformative media insights of Marshall McLuhan? We promise you'll gain a fresh perspective on decision-making and media effects. This episode features an enlightening...
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Season 2
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Episode 25
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1:23:04
PsyWar with Dr. Robert W. Malone
It's time to favor Respectful Truth Over Bias-Driven Coherence. In what might be our most important conversation yet, we sit down with Dr. Robert Malone—renowned expert in virology, vaccines, and now, fifth-generation warfare. In ...
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Season 2
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Episode 24
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2:01:10
PsyWar Primer: Liminal Warfare, Flow, 5GW, Sun Tzu and More
Hey No Way Out listeners!We’re thrilled to bring you this exclusive primer episode for our highly anticipated conversation with Dr. Robert Malone. This mashup episode is your gateway to the upcoming deep-dive discussion on Dr. Malone and...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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30:39
Unplugged: Information Abundance and Digital Detox with Michael Guimarin
Transform your relationship with information and reclaim your focus in today’s digital age! Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with Michael Gummerin, an expert who has spent the last four years coaching individuals on how to manage th...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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1:29:57
Reimagining Neurodiversity: From Isolation to Interaction
What if your child’s unique way of seeing the world could be their greatest strength? Join us for a heartwarming dive into neurodivergence and the environments that help everyone thrive. Our guest,
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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1:07:22
Market VUCA: Reorienting in the New World Economy with Philippe Gijsels
Philippe Gijsels, Chief Strategy Officer, BNP Paribas Fortis joins Moose and Ponch on this episode of No Way Out. The conversation explores the concept of volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA) and how it relates to i...
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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1:15:00
Lesson NOT Learned: Illegal Mandates with Col (Ret.) Thomas "Buzz" Rempfer
The conversation examines military anthrax vaccine mandates and draws parallels to COVID-19 vaccine mandates. "No Way Out" welcomes special co-host Matthew "Whiz" Buckley, host of the "No Fallen Heroes Max Afterburner" podcast, alo...
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Season 2
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Episode 19
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1:05:10
Building Snowmobiles: John Boyd's 1992 Commencement Wisdom with Mark Squeglia
The conversation explores John Boyd's early life in Erie, Pennsylvania, and his connection to Strong Vincent High School. The discussion is enriched by guest Mark Squeglia a lifelong Erie, PA resident and recently featured speaker in the PBS ep...
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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1:08:55
Clean Slate: The Psychedelic Revolution in Healthcare with Maria Velkova
Maria Velkova, managing partner of Tabula Rasa Ventures, discusses the use of psychedelics in therapy and the work her organization is doing to support the space. She explains that psychedelic-assisted therapy is a novel care delivery model tha...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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59:32
Inside the Psychedelic Therapy Movement: A Veteran’s Perspective with Jesse Gould
Can the war on drugs be responsible for the stigmatization of psychedelic therapies? Join us as we unravel the deep-seated impact of 1980s media and government campaigns on Generation X's perception of drugs, and how it contrasts with the evolv...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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1:15:46
Psychedelics and Sensemaking with Alexander Beiner
What if the key to understanding our complex world lies in altered states of consciousness? Join us as we sit down with Alexander Beiner, author of "The Bigger Picture: How Psychedelics Can Help Us Make Sense of the World," and episode co-host ...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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1:21:26
OODA Economics: Market Mind Hypothesis with Patrick Schotanus, PhD
Unlock the mysteries of the market's collective consciousness with 'pracademic' Patrick Skotanis, as we navigate the Market Mind Hypothesis, blending cognitive science with the rhythmic pulsations of financial markets. This episode promises a r...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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1:27:37
Westrum's World: Culture, Information Flow and Innovation with Ron Westrum, PhD
The conversation with Ron Westrum, PhD, covers various topics related to innovation and the development of the AIM-9 Sidewinder missile. The discussion highlights the importance of smart knowledge and the challenges of implementing innovative i...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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1:30:40
Flow: The Essence of Winning and Learning with Sue Enquist
Whether you're a coach, athlete, parent, or a fan of sports excellence, this episode promises to ignite your drive and equip you with the tools to chase your own version of greatness. Explore the cutting-edge intersection of sports...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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1:22:01
Maverick Spine: The Physical & Mental Costs of Military Aviation w/ Dr. Daphne Ryan
What if high G-force maneuvers could destroy a pilot's spine? Tune in as we explore the severe physical and mental challenges faced by fighter pilots during extreme aerial maneuvers. We tackle the critical issue of spine health, examining how i...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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1:13:00
MICC Reformers: Sprey, Boyd, Spinney, Kay, Christie and the A-10 with Hal Sundt
MICC: Military Industrial Congressional Complex What happens when military reformers and visionary designers join forces to create an aircraft that's both a formidable war machine and a testament to innovative thinking?&nbs...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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1:27:23
Reorienting Trauma: Psychedelic Healing for Veterans with Trevor Millar & Jonathan Dickinson
Stay in the LoopThe conversation explores the world of psychedelic-assisted therapies and their potential benefits for veterans and individuals with PTSD. The guests, Tr...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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1:30:35
Psychedelics: From Mind Control to Mind Expansion with Norman Ohler
In this intriguing episode of "No Way Out," we explore the multifaceted world of psychedelics, emphasizing LSD's historical context, its paradoxical effects against the intended mind control, and its profound cultural impact. We begin w...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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1:11:11
BrainTap: Brainwaves, Technology & Flow with Patrick Porter, PhD
"Ponch" and special co-host Mark "Slider" Keller travel to New Bern, North Carolina, to sit down with Dr. Patrick Porter to discuss brainwaves, technology, and flow.This episode delves deep into how BrainTap transcends traditional medit...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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1:46:38
Command and Control Systems with S. Anders Christensson
This conversation explores the concepts and principles of command and control, building upon the work of John Boyd. The guest, S Anders Christensson, discusses the dynamic OODA loop and the design hierarchy in command and control systems....
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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51:05
Reorient Your Planning Process with Annette Nolan and Johan Ivari
Defy the conventional wisdom that the best-laid business plans emerge from the highest towers of consultancy firms. Join us in this episode of the No Way Out Podcast as military strategists Johan Avari and Annette Nolan challenge conven...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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1:28:51
Liminality, Innovation and Conflict with David Kilcullen, PhD
Dr. David Kilcullen, a mastermind in the spheres of strategy and counterinsurgency, joins us to dissect the evolution of global military tactics. His expertise, drawn from his book "Dragons and Snakes: How the Rest Learned to Fight the West," p...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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59:56