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“This was a great podcast and had a tremendous amount of wonderful information and insight for both news and experienced contracting officers. Now that the host changed we’re being charged?!? It makes no sense and it pains me that they did this.”
CIBI4521 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/14/24
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“This used to be a good podcast, but now they are greedy”
TabVe via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/03/24
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“This used to be good, but now they’ve pulled off almost all their content and moved it to their own website for $50 A MONTH for access. That’s an outrageous price.”
Ryeee G via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/03/24
“Just 1 min ads for a service. Used to be a good podcast.”
samdc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/07/23
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“Great information but having to pay for a subscription beyond 401 isn’t cost effective in my opinion personally. This was a great platform to share bits of pieces of information on contracting.”
Jackie Carlisle via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/12/23
“I get so much great information out of every episode. Each has a topic that is of interest to Federal Contractors as well as Contracting Officers. If you are selling to the government, you MUST listen to this podcast. You may win millions for doing so!”
sherry-sandiego via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/27/23
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“I really enjoy listening to this podcast. Every episode is full of useful information that is well explained. Keep it going!”
BlinkF16 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/10/22
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“Love this podcast. So much great information regarding government contracting from both sides of the acquisition. Always thought contracting officers were so serious until I listen to these two guys. Lol”
meekflo81 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/23/22
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“I'm a one-year Fellow in DoD tasked with helping to integrate the various modernization initiatives. It seemed hopeless that I'd absorb enough context to make any kind of sustaining difference by the time my year is done - now I feel like I've got buddies on call to explain things to...”Read full review »
Emmabates via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/02/22
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“There are not of quality podcasts out there for small businesses that contain practical and usable information. This is one of my three go-to podcasts. I have a long commute and have spent it listening to this for the last few months to “get caught up” on all of the old episodes. Absolutely worth...”Read full review »
HopkinsCE via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/28/22
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“I started a new job recently and my task is to be the “GSA expert”. I’ve spent weeks spinning my wheels trying to figure this all out. Calling every help desk and other resources and doing online research. There is ZERO clear information online (well, that’s what it feels like).
I stumbled across...”Read full review »
HeyyoKG via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/01/21
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“I’d say the info is helpful but not as helpful for a small district in the DOJ.”
marine22285 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/14/21
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“I can’t thank you enough for this content.”
asq5 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/09/21
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“I am a PCO working for the Department of the Air Force and came across this podcast while looking for something relaxing to listen to while I did my house work. You guys are awesome and the content you cover is so universal and extensive. We are all experts in our own rights, but the is...”Read full review »
TAdams2123 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/29/21
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“I am a government contractor who gets confused by the government acquisition process and why and how decisions get made. This podcast has helped personify the job and motivations of the contracting officer and helps me know hold to approach issues.”
WetzelPretzel via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/09/21
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“Very helpful! The hosts are knowledgeable and break down complicated topics well”
Ptown boiy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/25/21
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“As a “non-acquisition professional” (seller side), I found it extremely refreshing that they state the show is not just for contracting officers (buyer side). Great show and I will continue to listen and support!”
thehayn1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/30/21
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“This is excellent no matter your level of expertise. Strongly recommend.”
USAFSOONER via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/28/20
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“I love this podcast - so much value.”
rrigaud88 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/30/20
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“Great show! Federal program and project managers can learn a lot from The Contracting Officer Podcast about how their counterparts in Acquisition help get the job done. Great way to earn your free CLPs and PDUs!”
MrBeverage via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/19/20
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“It is extremely helpful to see how contacting is viewed from both sides of the table. As I start my journey into government contracting, I’ve been lucky enough to find this podcast, and learn as much as I can. As they say in the podcast, the 80/20 rule of government contracting is 80% Knowing the...”Read full review »
J. Bells via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/03/20
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“Topics are useful, varied, and easy to internalize. Very useful to me as a Program Manager on an IDIQ.”
College is now simple via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/19/20
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“This podcast is an amazing learning tool! I recommend this podcast to everyone I work with.”
Fed CO via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/04/20
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“I listen to the episodes while getting g ready for the day and in my drive into the office. Listening to Contracting Officer Podcast helps me put on my game face for the day/week.”
Penguini5000 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/11/19
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“As a 24 year old, I’m finding that years of experience in the Contracting world is imperative to dealing with certain situations when it comes to contracts. Because of my youth, I have become obsessed with using this podcast as a basis for learning contracting concepts that I otherwise would not...”Read full review »
SaraLB1995 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/17/19
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“I am a new PCO and this helping me understand really hone my knowledge. I’d love to hear more about T&M/Labor Hour and BPAs!”
SuarezTheGreat via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/13/19
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“I appreciate the time and depth spent by the presenters on each topic. Although the focus audience is primarily COs and industry program managers, as legal counsel for an industry contractor I find many episodes incredibly relevant. It’s nice to hear from the COs perspective. I’d love to hear...”Read full review »
AK Neil via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/07/19
“I work in procurement at the State level and it’s great to hear Kevin and Paul break down procurement principles into why govt and industry should care, which are fundamental questions to answer in order to build trust between them.”
David Siegler via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/14/19
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“Very informative and helpful, even for seasoned federal BD reps! Thank you”
Hsmithtl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/24/19
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“I’m so glad you two were bold enough to put together a podcast focusing on acquisition topics from government and industry perspectives. I’ve actually used some of your material in my training. Keep up the great work!”
GiGurl2004 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/28/18
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“I just found this podcast and it is a great learning resource. The discussions provide detailed explanations on the topics covered and the way the topics are presented make it interesting to listen to. Thank you and please keep this up.”
CaliGirl213 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/01/18
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“I am a PTAC that assists businesses with government contracting. We have to be government contracting generalists, and this podcast is a fantastic way to learn about new topics or gain new perspective on topics I’m familiar with. This is a very complicated industry and the hosts give “real world”...”Read full review »
Jodi E. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/05/18
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“If you perform work with/for the government or are curious as to what it would entail you should listen to this podcast — your competition is. Interesting hosts and guests with real insight. Most content is geared towards USA federal contracting but it’s helpful for state contractors also.
Stay...”Read full review »
Dayton Family of Four via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/27/18
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“This podcast really captures a perspective so rarely available in your everyday contracting job. Kevin and Paul do a great job of covering relevant concepts relating to government acquisitions and are very knowledgeable and passionate about what they do. This is said on every episode, and I...”Read full review »
HeyItsCMG via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/23/18
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“The hosts are effective as teachers & their upbeat style of presenting makes the subject matter come to life.”
WL Herrera via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/28/17
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“If you are a KO today you need to be listening to this podcast. I've been subscribed since 2015 and look forward to each episode. I like the breakdown of topics without a ton of FAR talk! Has made me rethink how I approach contracting as a career field.”Read full review »
AZPrimative via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/31/17
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“If you are new to the government contracting process, Kevin and Paul do a fantastic job of explaining the process. Government contracting is a much more intensive acquisition process. There are many rules and regulations on both the government agency and the contractor. This podcast removes...”Read full review »
Jbmos via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/10/17
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“Very good source for understanding what it takes for federal goods and services to not only be purchased, implemented, monitored, and closed out. Very complicated but this has great highlights and examples.”
Tk7449 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/29/17
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“Gents, you both work together well and seem to like each other, which makes listening to you both enjoyable – – and even fun!
Both Kevin and Paul seem very competent. Kevin's strength is his energy and passion, and Paul's strength is to keep things on track -- keeping dialogue contained...”Read full review »
HouseShoppingWithMyWife via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/24/17
“Kevin and Paul deliver rock-solid information about government contracting in language that is easy to understand and relatable. Their explanations of why certain things are done the way they are and why they seem to take so long are very enlightening. They equally give government "the...”Read full review »
niccilynnwilliams via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/06/17
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“I have been trying to find some interest in Podcasts and in looking for something i would want to hear this podcast came up. I thank goodness someone thoyght of me, the knowledge I am gaining by listening to this brillant lesson learned CO/KOs have been more than I am getting i=at work. Being new...”Read full review »
PippaHeyBoo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/08/17
“As a Government sector proposal professional wearing multiple hats from coordinating to writing, I have to be very selective in my time to invest into training and development. I get so many emails from training providers offering free webinars or proposal advice. It often gets hard to sift...”Read full review »
b_burton via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/30/16
“The podcast provided for an 1102/ contract specialist / contract officers by Skyway is more informative than most information that I have received from peers. There is an intricate breakdown to the Federal Acquisition Regulation. I thoroughly enjoy he topics presented and have used many of the...”Read full review »
BrooklynMarine991 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/13/16
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“I've been in Government contracting for 10 years, 8 of which has been as a contracting officer. I just found this podcast and it is now what I listen to on my daily commute. Nice refresher material and some new insights as well.”Read full review »
af.jackalope via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/01/16
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“If you are in the government contracting field, or want to be involved in this industry - this is the best podcast. It is loaded with information that would take years of hands-on experience to accumulate. I definitely recommend this to anyone that is curious about government proposals,...”Read full review »
One improvement needed! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/20/16
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“Kevin met me in Tampa and explained the podcast. I started with the backlog at episode 1 and am now at episode 27. As an Analyst who has recently made the jump to a Business Development role, this podcast is the perfect way to learn about the nuances of contracts, proposals, and how to do...”Read full review »
AHicks@Pathoras via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/20/16
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“If you bid on government contracts, you will want to listen to this. If you are in government acquisition, you will want to listen to this. These guys are trying to educate both sides on what is going on to make the process easier on both sides. Excellent Info. I don't even do federal...”Read full review »
AG-Bell via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/06/16
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