Ciao from Rome! AOC Europe 2025 Special Edition

Ciao from Rome! AOC Europe 2025 Special Edition

Author: Association of Old Crows May 8, 2025 Duration: 39:13

In this special episode of From the Crows’ Nest, we’re coming to you from the heart of Rome, Italy, where AOC Europe 2025 is in full swing! Host Ken Miller sits down with three familiar voices to capture the pulse of the show floor and dive into the evolving landscape of Electromagnetic Operations (EMO). This year’s theme, “EMO in Transition – Learning from the Russo-Ukrainian War,” sparks timely conversations and fresh perspectives from the field.

Ken is joined by Erik Bamford, Branch Chief EW for the Norwegian Armed Forces and AOC Board Member; Dr. Tom Withington, renowned defense journalist; and Duncan McCrory of the Freeman Air & Space Institute at King’s College London. Together, they explore what’s shaping the conversation at AOC Europe and what it means for the future of EMO, EW, and global security.

For more real-time updates and behind-the-scenes insights from AOC Europe 2025, follow the AOC LinkedIn page. To learn more about today’s topics or stay up to speed on all things EMSO, visit our homepage.

Have thoughts or questions about this episode? Email host Ken Miller at host@fromthecrowsnest.org—we’d love to hear from you!


Tune into From the Crows' Nest for a direct line to the complex and critical world of electromagnetic spectrum operations. Produced by the Association of Old Crows, this podcast moves beyond the headlines to explore the real-world implications of EMSO on global security and technology. Each episode features candid conversations with experts, offering nuanced analysis and grounded discussions that connect policy to practice. You’ll hear timely breakdowns of how current events, legislative actions on Capitol Hill, and the annual defense budget shape capabilities and strategy. The dialogue extends to military developments from the United States and allied nations, providing a comprehensive view of the landscape. This series also serves as an audio companion to the broader Old Crow community, offering insights into key events and fostering a deeper understanding of the policy debates that define the field. For anyone engaged in or curious about the intersection of government, defense technology, and the invisible domain of the spectrum, this podcast delivers essential context and perspective straight from the source.
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