Episode 60. In this episode of All Quiet on the Second Front, Tyler Sweatt welcomes Steve Blank, the Godfather of Innovation in Defense - a pioneering entrepreneur in the Silicon Valley and now adjunct Professor at Stanford University. Steve shares his journey from Air Force service during the Vietnam War to shaping Silicon Valley, co-founding the Lean Startup methodology, and re-engaging with the DoD to drive innovation. Join Tyler and Steve for an insightful discussion on the future of defense innovation and the crucial role of rapid technological advancement in national security.What’s Happening on the Second Front:Evolution of innovation in defense technologyIntegrating commercial tech into military applicationsChallenges and strategies for rapid deploymentImportance of dual-use technology in defenseCurrent geopolitical landscape's impact on defense strategyConnect with Steve:• LinkedIn: Steve Blank• Website: steveblank.comConnect with Tyler:• LinkedIn: Tyler Sweatt• Website: Second Front