Best Geospatial Intelligence Podcasts (2024)

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Beyond OSINT: Fusing Commercial Data Analysis for Digital ISR w/ Steve Loori 1:22:36

3d ago1:22:36

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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 challe…

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EP 104 | David Notowitz | Forensic Audio Analysis 1:08:49

3h ago1:08:49

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Forensic Audio Analysis | EP 104 | David Notowitz | SEP 19 2024 | 2PM Eastern David Notowitz, a seasoned expert in forensic audio analysis and is the founder and lead forensic expert of the National Center for Audio and Video Forensics in Los Angeles, has dedicated over three decades to advancing the field of digital forensics. His expertise lies i…

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EvalEdge ep.22: Changing M&E Landscapes 16:28

5h ago16:28

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How can artificial intelligence enhance M&E? In this episode, hosts Valentine Gandhi and Marco Lorenzoni discuss with Isabella Wagner from fteval on how AI is impacting the evaluation landscape. Wagner shares the work of fteval's AI working group analyzing how AI changes relationships between traditional evaluation stakeholders. To read the full re…

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Ep. 325 - Eric Daimler: Perspectives on AI 44:08

16d ago44:08

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Today’s guest is Eric Daimler, co-founder and CEO of Conexus (conexus.com). Max talks to Eric about the enormous shift in focus in the industry since his last appearance in 2022, and gets his perspective on the promise and pitfalls of the latest generation of AI. Get full access to The Local Maximum at localmaximum.substack.com/subscribe…

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Ep. 324 - The Technological Singularity Part II 44:31

26d ago44:31

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Max and Aaron go deeper into the ideas of the singularity and the law of accelerating returns as articulated in Ray Kurzweil’s Singularity is nearer. They talk about Nanotechnology, Longevity Escape Velocity, and Computronium. Get full access to The Local Maximum at localmaximum.substack.com/subscribe…

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Ep. 323 - The Technological Singularity Part I 44:15

1M ago44:15

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Max and Aaron discuss Ray Kurzweil’s new book, The Singularity is Nearer, and talk about the prospect for a technological singularity by 2045 and AGI by the end of this decade. Get full access to The Local Maximum at localmaximum.substack.com/subscribeBy Max Sklar and Winston Smith

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#38: Extending the Vision Beyond Earth & the Collaborative Culture in Space (feat. Aakash Parekh, CCO at Pixxel Space) 34:30

2M ago34:30

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In this episode, Sven and Daniel interview Aakash from Pixxel, a company that is launching a constellation of the world’s highest resolution hyperspectral satellites. Aakash shares his journey into the space industry and explains the importance of hyperspectral data in monitoring and analyzing various vital indicators on Earth. He discusses the cha…

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Ep. 322 - Coding in the Age of AI 45:48

2M ago45:48

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On Freund, co-founder and CEO of Wilco, talks to Max to explore the future of software development in a post-AI world. Learn about the evolving roles of developers, the significance of real-world problem-solving, and the continuous journey of upskilling and reskilling. Get full access to The Local Maximum at localmaximum.substack.com/subscribe…

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EP 103 | Jean-Philippe Noat | Digital Intelligence 1:01:15

2M ago1:01:15

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Forensics Talks Episode 103: Digital Intelligence with Jean-Philippe Noat Join us on Thursday, July 4, 2024, at 2 PM Eastern for an engaging episode of Forensics Talks! We're excited to welcome Jean-Philippe Noat, a renowned international cyber security and forensic expert. Jean-Philippe has extensive experience as a Digital Intelligence Specialist…

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GEOINT 2024 - Panel: IC Cloud Strategies 50:03

2M ago50:03

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At the GEOINT 2024 panel on IC Cloud Strategies, panelists dive into the world of cloud strategies within the Intelligence Community. With the rapid advancements in technology, the IC is constantly evolving to keep up with the changing landscape of data storage and analysis. The panel of experts discusses the importance of cloud computing in the IC…

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Ep. 321 - Exploring AI with Itamar Friedman 53:09

3M ago53:09

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Max talks to Codium.ai Founder Itamar Friedman about the rise of LLMs, the evolution of AI as practiced, and the philosophical ideas that will help us get the most out of it. https://codium.ai/ Get full access to The Local Maximum at localmaximum.substack.com/subscribeBy Max Sklar

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EP 102 | Nikolaos Kalantzis | Digital Signatures 1:16:19

3M ago1:16:19

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Digital Signatures | EP 102 | Nikolaos Kalantzis | June 13, 2024 | 2PM Eastern Several months ago, I was invited to a conference in Romania where I saw Nikolaos Kalantzis present some of his research on Digital Signatures. It was a really impressive talk and we had some great discussions about his work. Today, I am happy to say he is my next guest …

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EvalEdge ep. 8: A conversation with Burt Perrin on How to - and how not to - Evaluation Innovation 25:37

3M ago25:37

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How can evaluation support innovation in uncertain environments? In this episode, hosts Tom Ling and Mariana Branco discuss insights on evaluating innovation with expert Burt Perrin. Burt shares tips for evaluators on recognizing outliers, unintended effects, and adapting to change when innovation involves uncertainty. This episode also explore how…

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Ep. 320 - Startups, Foursquare, and NYU 40:23

3M ago40:23

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Max and Aaron discuss Max's new initiatives in startups and academia, his concerns about the current direction of Foursquare, and the structure and evolution of computer science courses. Max talks about his role next semester as the data structures course instructor at NYU, and all that might entail. They shared their personal experiences in being …

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GEOINT 2024 - Unseenlabs | Clément Galic 5:47

4M ago5:47

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Clément Galic, CEO and co-founder of Unseenlabs, a satellite operator company, discusses their focus on maritime domain awareness using their own satellites. They are able to locate ships and vessels even without beacons, making them effective against dark activities.🛰️ Unseenlabs owns and operates their own satellites.🌊 Their focus is on maritime …

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GEOINT 2024 - Terry Busch 18:29

4M ago18:29

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Terry Busch, a legend in the geospatial industry, started as a military geographer and played a significant role in bringing maps to the internet. He was instrumental in building interactive web mapping services and web feature services, which led to the revolution of online mapping. He also recognized the power of social media data and its ability…

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GEOINT 2024 - TekSynap | Susan Case 9:11

4M ago9:11

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TekSynap is focused on growth and collaboration in the geospatial space. They have TekXLerate Lab for creating proof of concepts for government customers. They have developed a platform called Arta to address data synthesis challenges and provide a user-friendly interface. They are also working on a solution called Tech Factory to help customers mi…

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GEOINT 2024 - Survtech Solutions | David O'Brien 7:05

4M ago7:05

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David O’Brien, the founder of Survtech Solutions, discusses the company’s growth and expansion in the geospatial industry. He highlights the addition of an Enterprise level GIS Department and the use of helicopter-based data collection for power line mapping. Survtech Solutions also specializes in precise measurement and mapping in various environm…

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GEOINT 2024 - SI Analytics | Taegyun Jeon 6:41

4M ago6:41

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SI Analytics is a company that specializes in geospatial intelligence and AI capabilities. They have a strong platform for monitoring territories. Their products include enhancement imagery resolution and AI models for image analysis.💻SI Analytics provides geospatial intelligence solutions using AI capabilities.📡SI Analytics has partnerships with M…

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GEOINT 2024 - CAP | Scott Kaplan 14:46

4M ago14:46

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Scott Kaplan discusses the significance of the Civil Air Patrol’s geospatial mission in providing real-world damage assessments during natural disasters. He highlights the organization’s extensive volunteer efforts and their role in supporting FEMA. Kaplan also mentions the growth of the national geospatial program within the Civil Air Patrol and i…

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GEOINT 2024 - Pixxel | Skip Maselli 15:25

4M ago15:25

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Skip Maselli, an experienced professional in the geospatial industry, discusses his background and his role at Pixxel, a company focused on building hyperspectral satellite constellations. He highlights the unique capabilities of Pixxel’s satellites and the value of hyperspectral imaging in various applications.🛰️ Pixxel aims to build a hyperspectr…

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GEOINT 2024 - Enabled Intelligence | Peter Kant 9:25

4M ago9:25

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Enabled Intelligence, led by CEO Peter Kant, is a company that specializes in labeling and annotating high-quality data for AI development in the field of geospatial intelligence. They have a unique workforce that includes neuro-diverse individuals and military veterans. They also work with hyperspectral imagery and are expanding their data science…

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GEOINT 2024 - Orbital Sidekick | Tara Gattis 9:10

4M ago9:10

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Tara Gattis is the Vice President of Government Affairs at Orbital Sidekick. She previously worked at the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency for 20 years as an imagery analyst. Orbital Sidekick is a company that specializes in commercial hyperspectral remote sensing satellites. They have a constellation called Ghost, consisting of five satelli…

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GEOINT 2024 - Omni Federal | Ryan Phillips 8:06

4M ago8:06

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Ryan Phillips, from Omni Federal, discusses the company’s background and their transition from working with commercial companies to the government sector. He highlights their focus on user experience and gathering requirements directly from users. Omni Federal has a strong geospatial portfolio, working with the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agen…

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GEOINT 2024 - Open Geospatial Consortium | Peter Rabley 30:57

4M ago30:57

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Peter Rabley, the new CEO of the Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC), has a background in geography and economics. He has previously worked in private business and focused on property rights, particularly in areas where property rights are lacking. Rabley believes that this is an exciting time for geospatial technology and sees an opportunity to eleva…

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GEOINT 2024 - NGA | Rick Myllenbeck 9:39

4M ago9:39

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Rick Myllenbeck, from the NGA, discusses the positive energy and excitement at the 2024 GEOINT Symposium. He highlights the increasing number and capabilities of satellites revolutionizing geospatial intelligence. AIML and cybersecurity are also dominant topics. Rick shares his unique career path and why he chose to work for NGA. He emphasizes the …

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GEOINT 2024 - Meshco | Bryan Fite 11:56

4M ago11:56

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Bryan Fite discusses his project on supply chain smoking and the importance of visualization in explaining complex concepts. He believes that the convergence of cyber and physical domains can help reduce the likelihood of attacks and Black Swan events.📊 Visualization is the best way to explain complicated concepts to stakeholders.🔒 Point of origin …

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GEOINT 2024 - Maxar | Scott Herman 13:09

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Scott Herman, Chief Product Officer at Maxar, discusses the company’s focus on providing the best satellite imagery and remote sensing data while adapting to the changing geospatial industry. He highlights the launch of the next-generation satellite constellation, WorldView Legion, which will greatly increase capacity and offer new capabilities for…

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GEOINT 2024 - Asterra | Lauren Guy 6:15

4M ago6:15

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Lauren Guy, the CTO of Asterra, discusses their company’s use of L-band SAR technology to provide actionable insights. Asterra’s main market is water leak detection, but they are expanding into the Earth observation division and offering their solutions through an API. They collaborate with third-party platforms to deliver their insights. Defense i…

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GEOINT 2024 - Kolena | Mohamed Elgendy 9:00

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Mohamed Elgendy, CEO and founder of Kolena, discusses the challenges of testing and validating AI products before deployment. He highlights the need for a systematic approach to maintain quality and ensure accurate detection of specific scenarios. Mohamed also mentions the upcoming AI quality conference that aims to collaborate with industry leader…

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GEOINT 2024 - Compass Data, Inc | Kate Schlatter & Hayden Howard 10:34

4M ago10:34

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Compass Data, Inc is a family-owned business that has been in the geospatial industry for over 30 years. They offer telematics tracking of assets, radios for security and defense, and ground control point archive. Their software focuses on safety and accountability.🌐 Compass Data, Inc is a family-owned business with over 30 years of experience in t…

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GEOINT 2024 - Bill Young & Karyn Hayes-Ryan 14:49

4M ago14:49

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In a round table discussion at the GEOINT 2024 Symposium, Bill Young and Karyn Hayes-Ryan discuss the growth of the geospatial industry and the challenges faced by companies entering the government space. They highlight the increasing involvement of commercial companies in the industry and the need for improved processes for converting to governmen…

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GEOINT 2024 - Google | Sean Wohltman 11:31

4M ago11:31

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Google’s Earth Engine is a planetary scale managed service and data catalog for Earth observation, with 50 years of data and growing at a rate of 2 petabytes per month. It has been used for research and AI applications, such as cloud removal from imagery, synthetic satellite creation, super resolution of low-resolution imagery, and object detection…

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GEOINT 2024 - Geosite | Daniela Moody 10:47

4M ago10:47

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Daniela Moody, CEO of Geosite, discusses the recent acquisition of her company by Decartes Labs. Geosite’s products have found a home within Decartes Labs, both in the insurance market and in supporting the Air Force’s search and rescue operations. Their most notable achievement is the development of a mission management tool called Wayfinder, whic…

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GEOINT 2024 - Capella Space | Frank Backes 11:00

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Capella Space is a company that specializes in synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellites. They have a vertically integrated capability with high-resolution imaging and strong signal transmission. They currently have four satellites in orbit and plan to launch more. Capella has faced supply chain challenges but has adapted by signing contracts with …

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GEOINT 2024 - Figure Eight Federal | Vinay Malkani 12:42

4M ago12:42

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Vinay Malkani, from Figure Eight Federal, discusses the data labeling services provided by the company. They have a large workforce of labelers, from PhDs to remote workers, ensuring quality control. They work with various sensor types, including EO SAR and hyperspectral, and integrate machine learning into the labeling process. The labeled data is…

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GEOINT 2024 - Equinix | Vik Patel 7:11

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Vik Patel from Equinix discusses his background and career in technology, particularly in geospatial and cloud computing. Equinix is a data center company that offers infrastructure and network services, including interconnection with various cloud service providers. They aim to provide a secure network foundation and help organizations modernize t…

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GEOINT 2024 - GDIT | Deb Davis 10:35

4M ago10:35

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Deb Davis, Vice President and General Manager for GDIT’s Mission Solutions sector, discusses her career journey and the growth of the GEOINT community. She highlights the importance of talent pool development and information sharing across partners. Davis also mentions the game-changing technologies of AI and the need to attract new talent to the i…

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GEOINT 2024 - CAC | Dan Opstal 13:55

4M ago13:55

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The Civil Applications Committee (CAC) is working on tracking an asteroid called Apus that will have a close approach to Earth in 2029. The CAC aims to raise awareness and gather remote sensing information about the asteroid, which could potentially cause significant damage if it were to impact the planet or even pass through the geo belt where sat…

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GEOINT 2024 - Cyber Supply Chain "Smoking" | Shawana Johnson & Bryan Fite 43:08

4M ago43:08

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“Worlds are colliding!” is not just another random Seinfeld reference. It is a wake-up call for all practitioners to better understand how the convergence of domains like Cyber and Physical create places for failures at scale. The objective of this training is to demonstrate and guide the attendee through these vulnerabilities and dependencies rega…

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GEOINT 2024 - Buck Consulting Group | Nick Buck 16:54

4M ago16:54

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Nick Buck, the founder of Buck Consulting Group, discusses the mission of his company and its role in helping industry understand government missions. He emphasizes the importance of communication and understanding between the government and industry partners.🚀 Buck Consulting Group is a consortium of independent consultants, mostly former governme…

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GEOINT 2024 - BetterUp | Meredith Davis 11:19

4M ago11:19

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BetterUp is a technology platform that offers virtual coaching for workforce development, focusing on issues like resilience and mission readiness. They provide certified coaching on an AI-enabled platform, helping individuals overcome barriers and optimize their potential.🌍 BetterUp has the largest coach network in the world, with coaching availab…

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GEOINT 2024 - EOI Space | Ben Tuttle 11:13

4M ago11:13

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Ben Tuttle discusses EOI Space and their constellation, which aims to provide high-resolution data and increase collection capacity. They plan to offer data processing and analytics at the edge to enable quick decision-making. They also highlight their unique low-light imaging capabilities and potential partnerships with analytics providers.🛰️ EOI …

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GEOINT 2024 - Aurora Alliance | Jasmin Inbar 6:43

4M ago6:43

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Jasmin Inbar discusses the Aurora Alliance and a few of its major highlights🚀 The importance of Aurora Alliance in the field of geospatial intelligence is highlighted.🌐 The alliance aims to bring together different organizations for collaborative efforts.🌟 Aurora Alliance focuses on leveraging geospatial data for better decision-making.📈 The future…

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GEOINT 2024 - Albedo Katie Betts 7:38

4M ago7:38

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Katie Betts, from Albedo, discusses their mission to build a constellation of imaging satellites that will collect high-resolution imagery for various industries such as energy, agriculture, and property insurers. They aim to provide easy-to-understand imagery to break down barriers to entry in the geospatial industry.🛰️ Albedo is building imaging …

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EP 101 | Clark Davenport | Necrosearch 55:16

4M ago55:16

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Join us for episode 101 of Forensics Talks on May 30, 2024, at 2 PM Eastern, where we'll dive into the fascinating world of forensic geophysics and NecroSearch with Clark Davenport. With a distinguished career spanning over 55 years, Clark has conducted remote-sensing surveys across six continents for criminal, environmental, and archaeological inv…

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Insightful Conversations with Tiffany Grossman 35:39

4M ago35:39

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Max talks to Tiffany Grossman, a blogger, marketing specialist, and co-host of the 'Spill the T' podcast. Tiffany shares her journey into the podcasting world. We delve into the importance of networking, the challenges of starting a podcast, and choosing topics that resonate personally while providing value to listeners. Get full access to The Loca…

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FedGeoDay 2024 | Lightning Talk - Josh Campbell 7:43

4M ago7:43

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SummaryJosh Campbell gave a lightning talk at FedGeoDay 2024, introducing the World Polygons data set that was recently released after four years of work.Highlights🌍 World Polygons data set released after four years of work🗺️ Boundaries are crucial for foreign policy and cartographic purposes🌐 Lines in base maps can be challenging for the US Govern…

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FedGeoDay 2024 | Lightning Talk - Jeremy Malczyk 5:43

4M ago5:43

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SummaryJeremy Malczyk, a Cloud geographer at Google, discusses how AI is used to refine and analyze large amounts of data in the cloud. Google’s Earth Engine platform combines open source and proprietary tools to deliver actionable insights from 100 petabytes of data, covering 40 years of imagery. They have also developed land cover and cloud monit…

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FedGeoDay 2024 | Lightning Talk - Dan Roman 4:50

4M ago4:50

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SummaryDr. Daniel Roman from Noah’s National Geodetic Survey (NGS) discusses the modernization of the National Spatial Reference System (NSRS) to improve accuracy and accessibility of geospatial data.Highlights🌍 The NSRS provides a consistent coordinate system for latitude, longitude, height, and gravity.🔄 Modernizing the NSRS aims to meet modern n…

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