GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike Shanley
GovDiscovery AI Podcast with Mike Shanley

Ep 83: General Mike Minihan (ret.)

03 June 2026 54:21 Mike Shanley

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About this episode

In this episode, retired four-star General Mike Minihan shares his experiences in military leadership, the importance of industry collaboration, and the strategic role of AI, data, and UAVs in modern warfare. Discover key lessons on decision-making, innovation, and national security from a top military leader.

 key  topics

Military leadership and decision-making at the four-star level
The importance of industry collaboration and relationship-building
The strategic role of AI, data, and quantum in modern warfare


Chapters

00:00 The Weight of Command: Insights from a Four-Star General
04:52 Building Relationships with Industry: The Marco Polo Approach
10:05 Navigating Yes, No, and Maybe: The Art of Pitching
14:53 Data and AI: Challenges in the Operational Environment
28:29 Cyber Deterrence and the Current Landscape
30:36 Decision Advantage in Command
35:07 The Role of UAVs in Modern Warfare
38:34 Lessons from Ukraine and Iran
41:24 AI in Forecasting and Preparedness
45:24 Surprising Innovations and National Security Threats
51:51 The Importance of American Industry

 resources

Mavericks Advisors LLC - https://mavericksadvisorsllc.com

 

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