Cognitive Warfare and the Indo-Pacific
This episode examines cognitive warfare in the Indo-Pacific and how the United States and its partners can counter PRC influence by shaping narratives, empowering local voices, and leveraging technolo...
12 Jan 13min
Q & A: Karl Marlantes on Vietnam, Leadership, and the Lessons America Still Hasn’t Learned
In this wide-ranging conversation, Karl Marlantes—Marine infantry officer, Navy Cross recipient, and author of Matterhorn—reflects on the Vietnam War and the enduring lessons America has failed to abs...
8 Jan 22min
Angle of Attack: Apache Attack Helicopters in Unmanned Skies
The future of the AH-64 Apache is under intense debate as the U.S. Army balances manned attack helicopters with rapidly advancing unmanned systems. This episode examines the evolution of attack aviati...
6 Jan 19min
Choke Points: Critical Minerals and Irregular Warfare in the Gray Zone
In this episode, Dino Garner explores how critical minerals and irregular warfare intersect in the gray zone. Moving beyond mining myths, the discussion reveals how China’s dominance of mineral proces...
5 Jan 14min
CFIUS: Thinking Creatively About National Security
In this episode, we explore how the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) operates at the intersection of economics and national security. From solar farms and hotels to dating ...
4 Jan 11min
The Cyber Wars that Weren't
In this episode, we examine the real-world effectiveness of offensive cyber operations in modern warfare. Using the Russia-Ukraine, Israel-Hamas, and Israel-Iran conflicts as case studies, the discuss...
30 Des 202514min
Russian Maritime Sabotage: From Subcomponent of Special Operations to Evolving Form of Irregular Warfare
In this episode, we explore how Russian maritime sabotage has evolved from a niche component of special operations into a broader, scalable form of irregular warfare. Drawing on developments within GU...
18 Des 202514min
Japan’s Strategic Challenges: Historical Lessons and the Imperative for Comprehensive War Understanding
Japan stands at a strategic crossroads. This episode examines how Japan’s postwar pacifism, historical memory, and aversion to war as strategy affect its ability to compete in an era defined by irregu...
16 Des 202513min
