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Welcome to Micro Journeys, the podcast that puts you on the front lines of U.S. defense innovation—one remarkable story at a time.
Hosted by Daniel Marrujo of Trusted Strategic Solutions, this series delivers a behind-the-scenes look at the trailblazers who’ve shaped the national security landscape through microelectronics, advanced technology, and strategic leadership.
From national security engagements and global conflict zones to cutting-edge technologies and federal innovation hubs, each episode dives into the pivotal experiences of defense insiders, military veterans, technologists, and policymakers who’ve helped the United States stay ahead of the curve. Guests include elite voices ranging from elite military brass to programs such as those leading the microelectronics commons initiative which is leading a billion dollar Department of Defense investments. Whether it’s fielding AI-integrated defense systems, reverse-engineering critical chips for legacy aircraft, or standing up national policy at the White House, these are the real stories of people solving America’s toughest problems.
In every episode, you’ll get deep technical storytelling from inside the U.S. defense apparatus, powerful leadership lessons forged under pressure, and rare strategic insight into areas like semiconductor policy, digital twin technology, quantum and cybersecurity, and public-private collaboration. It’s an authentic look at the people behind the programs—those driving the future of military readiness, defense technology, and the U.S. technology ecosystem.
If you are in aerospace, dual use technology or worldwide technology investments, or just want a rare window into how the U.S. prepares for what's next, Micro Journeys is your go-to listen.
Micro Journeys with Daniel Marrujo.
A Trusted Strategic Solutions Original Podcast.
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Africa Isn't Untapped — It's Strategic
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Jun 10, 2026 |
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Incorporating the Integrator and the Operator | AFRICOM J6 at African Lion Exercise 2026
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Jun 05, 2026 |
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Smashing Atoms, Chasing Answers: Inside America's Next Great Collider
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Jun 04, 2026 |
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From Ukraine to the Sahara: How the 173rd Airborne Is Rewriting the Rules of Modern Warfare
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May 29, 2026 |
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The Evidence Never Lies: The Science Behind Africa's Collective Security
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May 20, 2026 |
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From Gang Intervention to Elon Musk's Boardroom: The Barry Broome Micro Journey
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May 14, 2026 |
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Inside the Mind of a VC: What Makes a Startup Investable
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May 06, 2026 |
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MOSIS 2.0: Powering the Next Generation of Breakthroughs through Aggregation
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Apr 30, 2026 |
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Northrop Grumman is redefining microelectronics innovation speed and collaboration
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Apr 22, 2026 |
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From Sci-Fi to Reality: The Rise of the NORDTECH HUB
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Apr 15, 2026 |
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Chasing the Impossible: Inside DARPA MTO’s Boldest Tech Bets
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Apr 02, 2026 |
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10 Meters From Danger: Inside a Fighter Pilot’s Most Intense Mission
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Mar 25, 2026 |
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Why the U.S. Had the Intelligence — But Couldn’t Act
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Mar 18, 2026 |
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Only the Paranoid Survive: Leadership Lessons from Intel and the Department of Defense
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Mar 11, 2026 |
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Reclaiming America’s Edge in Hypersonics, Microelectronics, and AI
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Mar 04, 2026 |
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A Micro Journey Through the Semiconductor Revolution
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Feb 25, 2026 |
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Who Controls the Data That Controls You?
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Feb 11, 2026 |
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Brookhaven’s vision for Project Genesis: Interim Director John Hill on the future of Science
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Feb 04, 2026 |
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Inside the Silent Service: Nuclear Engineering, Submarines, and the Future of Warfare
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Jan 28, 2026 |
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How a Chance Encounter Led to a Career Shaping America’s Space Future
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Jan 21, 2026 |
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You Can’t Quit in Space: Life Lessons From NASA Astronaut Nicole Stott
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Jan 14, 2026 |
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Microelectronics Trends to Watch in 2026
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Dec 31, 2025 |
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Best of 2025: Science, Silicon, and Survival: The Forces Redefining National Security Today
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Dec 24, 2025 |
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Breakthrough Ideas from the Women Directing Tech, Space, and Strategy
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Dec 19, 2025 |
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Inside the Factory of the Future: Northrop’s Advanced Packaging Revolution
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Dec 11, 2025 |
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Colonel Reveals the Future of War: Manned + Unmanned Fighters
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Dec 03, 2025 |
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The Silicon Carbide Revolution Starts in Arkansas: A Deep Dive with Dr. Mantooth
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Nov 26, 2025 |
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Inside the Secret Lab That Recreates the Sun — LBNL 88” Cyclotron with Larry Phair
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Nov 19, 2025 |
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Building the Brains of Defense: How Northrop Grumman Is Powering America’s Microelectronics Comeback
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Nov 12, 2025 |
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Admiral James Bynum: From Fighter Pilot to the Future of AI Warfare
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Nov 05, 2025 |
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The Secrets Behind Las Vegas’ Business Growth and Diversification
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Oct 29, 2025 |
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Breaking Silos: How the DREAMS Hub and MOSIS 2.0 Powers National Collaboration
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Oct 22, 2025 |
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AI, Drones, and the Future of Air Combat — A General’s Warning
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Oct 15, 2025 |
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Why AI Could Run Out of Power — And How Microelectronics Can Save It
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Oct 08, 2025 |
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From Chicago Streets to Global Defense: Executive Hoodlum - The John Costello Story
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Oct 01, 2025 |
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The Future of Space Force: Partnerships, Technology, and Global Strategy with Dr. Stacie Williams
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Sep 24, 2025 |
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Major General Arnold Punaro on Vietnam, Capitol Hill, and the Future of Defense
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Sep 17, 2025 |
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Following the Technology: Predicting Global Events with Dr. Jennifer Buss
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Sep 10, 2025 |
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Inside Penguin Solutions: Building the Future of AI Infrastructure
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Sep 03, 2025 |
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Why Trusted Strategic Solutions Is Redefining Government-Industry Collaboration
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Aug 27, 2025 |
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Inside the Cockpit and the War Room with Dave “Trashman” Hicks
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Aug 21, 2025 |
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The Art of Lithography: Precision, Security, and the Future of Chips
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Aug 13, 2025 |
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Inside Polar Semiconductor: The Quiet Engine Behind U.S. Tech Resilience
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Aug 06, 2025 |
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Can Digital Twins Revolutionize Chip Manufacturing? Rick Gottscho Thinks So
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Jul 30, 2025 |
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Taking microelectronic technologies from lab to fab - and the importance of public private partnerships
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Jul 23, 2025 |
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AI vs. Viral Mutations: Predicting Outbreaks Before They Happen
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Jul 16, 2025 |
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Secure, Sovereign, Scalable: The Future of Foundational Chips with SkyWater Technology.
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Jul 09, 2025 |
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Call Sign Sparky: The Fighter Pilot Who Shaped U.S. Air Power
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Jul 02, 2025 |
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Inside Operation Midnight Hammer: The Tech That Made It Possible
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Jun 27, 2025 |
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Disrupting 150 Years of Tech: The Ideal Switch and the Rise of Menlo Micro
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Jun 25, 2025 |
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Inside Global Strike: Mark "WX" Weatherington on Deterrence, Bombers, and the Future of Warfare
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Jun 19, 2025 |
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Bridging Worlds: How Michael Hsieh Turns Innovation Into Diplomacy
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Jun 13, 2025 |
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Engineering America’s Comeback: Greg Van Dyk on Fusion, Chips, and National Security
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Jun 04, 2025 |
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Why Microelectronics Fail in Space—and What Ken LaBel Did About It
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May 28, 2025 |
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Open Standards, Real Impact: Jack Kang on the Rise of RISC-V
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May 21, 2025 |
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The Future Of Warfare Depends on Digital Twins
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May 14, 2025 |
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From the Lab to the Warfighter: Dr. Matt Casto on Securing America’s Microelectronics
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May 07, 2025 |
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How Microelectronics Commons is Fast-Tracking U.S. Innovation with Stephanie Lin
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Apr 30, 2025 |
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Fighting Evil with Intel: Jerry Reimers on the Power of Identity Intelligence
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Apr 23, 2025 |
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From Fighter Jets to Quantum Code: The Journey of Pete “Shadow” Ford
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Apr 16, 2025 |
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From the Marines to Microelectronics: A Journey in Defense Innovation with Brandon Smith
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Apr 09, 2025 |
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Trailer
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Apr 08, 2025 |