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The DINFOS Way

The DINFOS Way

Written by: Defense Information School
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The DINFOS Way is the official podcast of the Defense Information School. Our mission is to empower, inform, and connect people through engaging and accessible content related to our mission to train and educate communication professionals for service in the Department of War and with its partners.DVIDSHub.net Political Science Politics & Government
Episodes
  • The DINFOS Way – Ep. 37 From Time-Lapse to Tomorrow: Drew Geraci on Mastering Your Craft and Embracing AI in Visual Storytelling
    Jan 7 2026
    Award-winning cinematographer Drew Geraci, known for his stunning time-lapse work featured in productions like House of Cards, joins The DINFOS Way to share how he turned his passion for visual storytelling into a thriving career. From capturing time-lapse masterpieces to exploring the creative potential of AI, Geraci reveals his process, mindset, and advice for storytellers who want to push creative boundaries.
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    41 mins
  • The DINFOS Way – Ep. 36 Beyond the Canvas: Kate Cornell on Graphic Design, Design Thinking and Preparing Tomorrow’s Military Communicators
    Dec 10 2025
    Step into the creative side of military communication in this episode of The DINFOS Way as graphic designer and DINFOS instructor Kate Cornell unpacks how design thinking, visual storytelling and fundamentals of layout, color and typography shape the way audiences receive information. From classroom to operational environments, Kate shares practical insights on collaborating with communicators, critiquing work with purpose and using design to support the mission, giving current and future military communicators tools they can apply on their very next product. Whether you are a new student, a seasoned PAO or a leader guiding creative teams, this conversation highlights how thoughtful design can amplify your message and better prepare tomorrow’s communicators for an evolving information environment.
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    34 mins
  • The DINFOS Way - Ep. 35 Mission, Mentorship and Media: Dr. Joe Trahan’s Path to the Hall of Fame
    Nov 26 2025
    Step into a career-defining conversation on this episode of The DINFOS Way, as host Jack Rous sits down with Dr. Joseph “Joe” Trahan, a DINFOS graduate, retired Army Reserve lieutenant colonel and 2025 DINFOS Hall of Fame inductee to talk about what it takes to leave a lasting mark on the profession. With more than four decades of experience in uniform and as a trainer, Trahan has led public affairs teams, built media relations and crisis communication programs, and mentored thousands of communicators across the force. He reflects on the moments that shaped his journey, the evolution of military public affairs and the skills today’s communicators need to succeed, including credibility, adaptability and clear, purposeful storytelling in a demanding information environment.
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    32 mins
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