What Does it Mean to be a Crow? (Part 2)
From From the Crows' Nest by Association of Old Crows
April 29, 2026 · 30 min
About this episode
In this episode, Ken Miller and Sergeant Brandon Smith explore the connection between crow behavior and modern electromagnetic spectrum operations.
In the second installment of our series, host Ken Miller builds on our previous episode’s exploration of the “crow” identity and what it represents within the electromagnetic warfare (EW) and spectrum operations community. In this episode, Ken is joined by Sergeant Brandon Smith to dive deeper into the connection between crow behavior and modern electromagnetic spectrum operations (EMSO). They explore how traits commonly associated with crows, like intelligence, adaptability, and collaboration, mirror the skills required of today’s EMSO warfighters. Ken and Brandon break down the realities of EW and spectrum management in today’s operational environment, where success depends the ability to think strategically, adapt quickly, and stay ahead of evolving threats. By the end of the conversation, they make a compelling case: The crow isn’t just a nickname, it’s a mindset. Listen to Part 1 here. We invite you to share your thoughts, questions, or suggestions for future episodes by emailing host Ken Miller at host@fromthecrowsnest.org or by visiting us on our Instagram @fromthecrowsnestpodcast. To learn more about today’s topics or to stay updated on EMSO and EW developments, visit our…
People in this episode
Host: Ken Miller
Guest: Sergeant Brandon Smith
Topics covered
- crow identity
- electromagnetic warfare
- spectrum operations
- EMSO
- strategic thinking
- adaptability
Keywords
- crow
- electromagnetic warfare
- spectrum operations
- EMSO
- intelligence
- adaptability
- collaboration
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Association of Old Crows
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