Podcasts by Complacency Kills - A Kontek Podcast

Episode #27 - Vehicle Barriers from 2023-12-13T16:53:42

In this eye-opening episode, Chase and Matt discuss vehicle barrier systems—the frontline defense against vehicle attacks. They define and elucidate the purpose, components, and deployment of th...

Episode #26 - Shoot House Training from 2023-11-14T15:52:26

In Episode #26, join us for an in-depth exploration of shoot house training and the Mobile Modular Shoot House (MMSH). Click the link below for more info on Kontek's Mobile Modular Shoot H...

Episode #25 - Video Marketing from 2023-10-11T15:35:47

In our latest podcast episode, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Ryan Webber, a specialist in video marketing and digital advertising. Ryan helps Kontek and many other businesses connect ...

Episode #24 - Machining at Kontek from 2023-09-12T13:19:34

Chris Witt serves as a dedicated machinist here at Kontek. He has contributed to the in-house manufacturing of Kontek’s Mobile Modular Shoot House and our barrier systems, ballistic guard booths...

Episode #23 - Understanding Body Armor from 2023-07-11T13:31:38

In this episode, we explore the true value of body armor. We discuss its life-saving benefits in high-risk professions, the different types available for varying levels of protection, and the ri...

Episode #22 - Securing Critical Infrastructure from 2023-06-13T17:27:39

In episode #22 of Complacency Kills - A Kontek Podcast, we delve into the paramount importance of securing critical infrastructure. Join us as we navigate through the intricate world of safeguar...

Complacency Kills - A Kontek Podcast - Episode #21 - Where Fencing Makes a Difference from 2023-04-11T13:00:21

In episode 21 of Complacency Kills - A Kontek Podcast, Michael Witt and Peter Peterson go in depth about fencing and barrier delay systems and how they can be incorporated into your security pl...

Complacency Kills - A Kontek Podcast - Episode #20 - Integrating Surveillance Systems from 2023-03-02T14:04:01

In episode 20 of Complacency Kills - A Kontek Podcast, Michael Witt and Robert Durish discuss surveillance systems and how they can be integrated with other security measures.

Topics Incl...

Episode #19 - The Versatility of Weapons Ports from 2022-12-20T13:55:02

In episode 19 of Complacency Kills - A Kontek Podcast, Michael Witt and Matt Scott sit down and have a chat on weapons ports, their utility, and where they think weapons ports could be put to us...

Episode #18 - Surveillance Systems from 2022-11-08T14:29:02

In episode #18 of Complacency Kills, Michael Witt and Robert Durish discuss surveillance systems for physical security and how they can be used to protect from threats. 

Topics Inclu...

Episode #17 - Mobile Armor Solutions from 2022-08-30T13:30:33

In episode #17 of Complacency Kills – A Kontek Podcast, Pete Peterson and Chase Tobin discuss two key mobile armor solutions that can enhance the protection of officers.  

Topics Inc...

Episode #16 - What is Body Armor? from 2022-07-19T13:29:32

In episode #16 of Complacency Kills – A Kontek Podcast - Mike Witt and Chase Tobin discuss the basics of body armor.   

Topics Include: 

 - Types of body armor&...

Complacency Kills - A Kontek Podcast - Who Needs Target Hardening? from 2022-05-10T13:44:57

In episode #15 of Complacency Kills – A Kontek Podcast - Billy Barton and Chase Tobin discuss what target hardening means and how it can be applied to facilities. 

M...

Episode #14 - What Is There to Know About Ballistic Glass? from 2022-04-12T14:00:09

In episode #14 of Complacency Kills – A Kontek Podcast – Mike Witt and Chase Tobin discuss ballistic glass and the different variables to consider regarding material, protection level, and cost....

Episode #13 - Ballistic Shields from 2022-03-08T14:17:58

In episode #13 of Complacency Kills - A Kontek Podcast - Matt Scott and Chase Tobin sit down to discuss the use and implementation of tactical pistol and rifle rated ballistic shields.  &nb...

Episode #12 - Guard Booth Trends from 2022-02-08T12:21:23

In episode #12 of Complacency Kills - A Kontek Podcast, Billy Barton and Mike Witt sit and discuss on the trends that are seen throughout the security industry as it relates to guard booths, gua...

Episode #11 - Guard Booth Selection - What Do I Need To Look For? from 2022-01-11T14:18:25

In episode #11 of Complacency Kills - A Kontek Podcast, Michael Witt and Matt Scott sit down to discuss some of the key considerations and features you should be looking into when designing and ...

Episode #10 - Preparing & Responding to Active Shooter Threats from 2021-09-17T17:26:12

Preparing and responding to active shooter events is a task & mission that should be at the forefront of every school boards mind.   

Being proactive in preparedness as well...

Episode #9 - Defending the Target Set from 2021-08-20T13:28:01

Critical infrastructure faces a variety of outside and inside threats within their organization that range from impacts of disturbing day to day operations & SOP changes to radiological rele...

Episode #8 - What Should I Look For In My Tactical Training??? from 2021-05-21T16:56:52

In the 8th episode of Complacency Kills - A Kontek Podcast, Mike Witt and Billy Barton with Kontek Industries sit down to have a quick chat on some of the factors they look for when evaluating t...

Episode #7 - Working With General Contractors from 2021-04-08T19:33:37

In episode #7 of the Complacency Kills Podcast, Billy Barton and Nick Kesser sit down and discuss what the value add is for General Contractors to work with Kontek when physicals security is a p...

Episode #6 - The Evolution of Armor from 2021-01-15T15:03:02

This is our sixth episode of Complacency Kills - A Kontek Podcast, discussing the evolution of armor from our experiences, from the 1990's to today.  Massive leaps have been made in armor s...

Episode #5 - In The House from 2020-11-13T14:05:35

In the fifth episode of Complacency Kills - A Kontek Podcast, Michael Witt (Sales & Marketing Director) and Adam Baird (COO) sit down to discuss the transition from an outsourced manufacturi...

Episode #4 - The Few. The Proud. from 2020-08-21T12:38:08

In this episode we dive into the unique backgrounds of life and military experience to bring a diverse group of dudes together and make an unstoppable team.

How has our perception changed...

Episode #3 - The Engineers of Kontek from 2020-07-31T13:09:46

In episode #3 of Complacency Kills, we explore the world of engineering at Kontek.  How does one get into blast and ballistic related engineering? What is it that drives these guys everyday...

Episode #2 - Protect Thy House from 2020-06-19T13:28:34

Episode #2 of Complacency Kills (Protect Thy House) covers the methods and best practices of target hardening.   These general principles apply to schools, hospitals, municipal buildin...

Episode #1 - Boxes That Stop Bullets from 2020-05-15T01:50:44

This is our pilot episode, exploring the use case for guard booths, why blast & ballistic features are critical and what impacts decisions have when selecting features for a booth to be able...