Listen "The Creative Minds—and the Experiences—Behind Call of Duty"
Episode Synopsis
Call of Duty is one of the largest ever video game franchises; one of the reasons for its success is its attention to detail—which is thanks to the military veterans behind it. Hosts LTG (Ret.) Leslie C. Smith and SMA (Ret.) Dan Dailey sit down with Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III creative director, Dave Swenson, and military consultant, Mitch Hall, to discuss the just-released game sequel, talk through how gaming can help relieve stress for those deployed—and to compare notes on their favorite games of all-time (hint: Pong and Mike Tyson Punch-Out may be mentioned).
And, in a special year-end segment, some of our recent guests give shout-outs to Army members who have helped them along the way.
Guests:
Dave Swenson, Creative Director, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III, Sledgehammer Games
Mitch Hall, Military Consultant, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III, Sledgehammer Games
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Disclaimer:
AUSA’s Army Matters podcast primary purpose is to entertain. The podcast does not constitute advice or services. While guests are invited to listen, listeners please note that you are not being provided professional advice from the podcast or the guests. The views and opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the views of AUSA.
And, in a special year-end segment, some of our recent guests give shout-outs to Army members who have helped them along the way.
Guests:
Dave Swenson, Creative Director, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III, Sledgehammer Games
Mitch Hall, Military Consultant, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III, Sledgehammer Games
AUSA’s Army Matters podcast can also be heard on Wreaths Across America Radio on Monday at 8 pm Eastern You can find Wreaths Across America Radio on the iHeart Radio app, the Audacy app, and the TuneIn app. Search the word Wreath.
Donate: If you are interested in supporting AUSA’s educational programs, such as this podcast, please visit www.ausa.org/donate.
Feedback: How are we doing? Email us at [email protected].
Disclaimer:
AUSA’s Army Matters podcast primary purpose is to entertain. The podcast does not constitute advice or services. While guests are invited to listen, listeners please note that you are not being provided professional advice from the podcast or the guests. The views and opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the views of AUSA.
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