Best Irregular Warfare Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 063 "Spanner in the Works: Sabotage and War" 1:02:29

14d ago1:02:29

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Military sabotage is a deliberate action aimed at weakening a government effort, or organization through subversion, obstruction, demoralization, destabilization, division, disruption, or destruction. It can take place left of bang or during war with the object the weakening of the military effort by an adversary. Military sabotage has been taking …

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128 | The Real Fertility Battle: Spiritual Warfare, Hormones & Health with Guest Steve Wohlberg 40:12

26d ago40:12

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Hey sisters! This episode is something really unique—and honestly, a conversation that’s been burning on my heart. Today, I’m joined by a very special guest—our third-ever male on the podcast—Steve Wohlberg. He’s the director of White Horse Media, author of End Time Health War, and a deeply faith-filled voice on the connection between our physical …

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The Inheritance: America's Military After Two Decades of War 54:24

27d ago54:24

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Episode 127 of the Irregular Warfare Podcast explores the lasting impact of the Global War on Terrorism and what the United States has inherited—militarily, politically, and socially—after twenty years of conflict in Iraq and Afghanistan. Our guests begin by examining how the U.S. military has historically navigated post-war transitions, particular…

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Welcome to the Guerrilla Factory | An Interview with the Robin Sage Command Team 45:21

15h ago45:21

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On this episode, we delve into the culminating exercise that is Robin Sage. This is the event all students must face in order to become a qualified operator. Here, students will be required to apply everything they have learned throughout their training to effectively work as a team in a simulated special operations mission.…

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Battlefield Medical Lessons from Ukraine: Adapting to Future Conflict 39:44

3d ago39:44

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Text the ATB Team! We'd love to hear from you! Description: In this episode of At the Boundary, GNSI’s Jim Cardoso sits down with Dr. Tracey Pérez Koehlmoos—Director of the Center for Health Services Research and Doctoral Programs in Preventive Medicine & Biostatistics at the Uniformed Services University—to explore how lessons from the Ukraine war…

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#24 The Evolution of Close Air Support from WWII to GWOT with Dr. Steve Call 1:11:36

3d ago1:11:36

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summary In this conversation, Dr. Steve Call discusses the evolution of air support in military operations, focusing on the role of Tactical Air Controllers (TACPs) and the historical context of air-ground integration. He highlights lessons learned from World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War, emphasizing the importance of close air suppo…

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Master the Fundamentals | Interview with the Small Unit Tactics (SUT) CMD Team 41:29

4d ago41:29

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This week we sit down with the Small Unit Tactics Command Team to discuss how operators shoot, move and communicate and gain experience for real word operations.By U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School

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Meet the Season 4 Team! 25:35

4d ago25:35

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Meet the new Pineland Underground hosts. The crew will be discussing any and all things related to Army Special Operations this season!By U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School

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131 | Pregnancy After Miscarriage: Finding Joy While Managing Anxiety 23:33

4d ago23:33

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Hey sister. Whew—this one hits home. Today we’re talking about getting pregnant after a miscarriage. It’s not easy. If you’ve been there, you know the mix of hope, fear, joy, and anxiety that swirls around every test, every cramp, every thought. After two healthy pregnancies, I walked through three losses in a row—including a 15-week miscarriage. I…

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Episode 17: The Janus Protocol: Drones – The New Face of Warfare 1:26:50

6d ago1:26:50

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Guests Nolan Peterson and Kateryna Bondar join host Dave Brown to discuss the rapid expansion of drone warfare across numerous conflict zones. Janus, the Roman God of new beginnings, symbolizes the change from one condition to another and from past to future. The two faces of Janus also represent transitions because he could see into the past with …

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The 5 Signs a Nation Is Headed Toward Collapse 37:27

7d ago37:27

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Text the ATB Team! We'd love to hear from you! In this episode, GNSI's Glenn Beckmann hosts a conversation with Dr. Chris Mason—retired U.S. Army War College professor—about a major new research project on internal conflict, now based at the University of South Florida. Dr. Mason shares insights from over 150 case studies and outlines five key fact…

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130 | Am I Ovulating? My #1 Tip to Know! 23:03

11d ago23:03

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Hey sister. This episode is SO packed, I barely know where to start. We’re diving deep into how to really know if you're ovulating — and why that matters so much for your fertility journey. I'm giving you six specific tools to assess your ovulation naturally (without relying on apps or guesswork)... and reminding you of the one thing that matters m…

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From Battlefield to Battery: The Critical Mineral Supply Crisis 39:05

15d ago39:05

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Text the ATB Team! We'd love to hear from you! In this episode of At the Boundary, guest host GNSI publications coordinator Heather Ward speaks with Dr. Vlado Vivoda of the University of Queensland to explore the strategic role of critical minerals in modern technology, clean energy, and national security. Dr. Vivoda explains why minerals like lith…

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129 | Navigating Infertility: Kristina's Inspiring Journey 31:13

18d ago31:13

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Hey sister! Today, I’m sitting down with the incredible Kristina! She’s a Fertility Framework client, a mom of two (soon to be three!), a 7th-grade science teacher, and just finished her doctorate — all while navigating infertility and trusting God through it. Kristina shares how her journey with secondary infertility led her to seek a new approach…

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Winning Without Fighting: Resilience as National Security Imperative 11:22

19d ago11:22

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In this narrated article, we explore the major themes of Winning Without Fighting, a book that challenges traditional U.S. national security thinking. The authors argue for a new strategic approach rooted in long-term competition and national resilience in the face of global shocks like pandemics and climate disasters. From critiques of strategic c…

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Iran’s Axis of Resistance: Can It Shift the Balance of Power? 36:25

22d ago36:25

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Text the ATB Team! We'd love to hear from you! In this episode of At the Boundary, host Jim Cardoso sits down with Dr. Armand Mahmoudian to introduce a major new research initiative from the Global and National Security Institute (GNSI) at the University of South Florida: Axis of Resistance. The conversation explores Iran’s growing influence across…

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Ep 017 "Military Science Fiction and the Profession of Arms" 58:28

21d ago58:28

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"The noblest fate that a man can endure is to place his own mortal body between his loved home and the war's desolation." Robert Heinlein, Starship Troopers I think the military science fiction milieu provides a great tool for forecasting and predicting possible conflict futures. It may be yet another tool to take this magnificent US 20th century f…

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Streamlining US Army Security Cooperation: Why Coordination is Key to Global Influence 13:24

26d ago13:24

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In this episode, we explore how disjointed Army Security Cooperation efforts—across SFABs, ARSOF, and SPP—are missing the mark. From command silos to overlapping missions, we unpack why better coordination is critical to building lasting partnerships and deterring adversaries. Learn about three powerful structural fixes that could unleash the full …

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The Hidden Risks of a Ukraine Ceasefire 47:33

29d ago47:33

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Text the ATB Team! We'd love to hear from you! What’s next in the Russia-Ukraine war, and how should the U.S. respond? In this episode of At the Boundary, we listen in on a critical conversation between Dr. Arman Mahmudian, GNSI Research Fellow, and David Kramer, Executive Director of the George W. Bush Institute. Together, they examine the current…

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Is Yemen Losing the War Against the Houthis? 34:01

1M ago34:01

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Text the ATB Team! We'd love to hear from you! In this episode of At the Boundary, guest Nadwa Al-Dawsari, a Yemen expert of the Middle East Institute, joins GNSI’s own Dr. Armand Mahmoudian to unpack the rise of the Houthis and their growing impact on regional and global security. The conversation explores the Houthis' ideological roots, inspired …

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Hostile Influencing and Finland’s Vulnerabilities 12:45

1M ago12:45

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This episode explores Finland's struggle against escalating hybrid threats, including Russian GPS jamming, disinformation, and democratic vulnerabilities. Tune in for insights on national resilience, freedom of expression, and what other NATO countries can learn from Finland’s evolving security landscape.…

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127 | 3 Signs of a Healthy Pregnancy You Should Know 28:46

1M ago28:46

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Hey sister. Pregnancy after loss is never easy. Even when you know all the right things to do. Even when your hormones look great. Even when God gives the green light. This week, I’m sharing a very real and raw episode about the 3 signs I personally look for in a healthy pregnancy—both in my clients and in my own journey. I’ll tell you exactly what…

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Are U.S. Sanctions Helping the Enemy? 37:43

1M ago37:43

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Text the ATB Team! We'd love to hear from you! How effective are economic sanctions in shaping global behavior—and what happens when they backfire? In this episode of the At the Boundary podcast, host Jim Cardoso is joined by Dr. Zachary Selden, a leading expert on U.S. foreign policy and economic sanctions from the University of Florida. Together,…

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Ep 062 "Storming America: One Year Later" 56:37

1M ago56:37

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This episode examines American landscape one year later and whether the probability of attack is reduced or increased. My Storming America Series covers the gamut of what the spontaneous attack in the US will look like when terror cells launch a simultaneous attack on the US homeland. I cover it in Episodes 37, 41-43 and 49-50 of my Chasing Ghosts …

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126 | Endometriosis, Painful Periods, and Getting Pregnant: Guest Interview w/ Dr. Pederson 33:51

1M ago33:51

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Hi sister! Endometriosis is one of the most misunderstood and underdiagnosed conditions affecting women today. In this episode, I’m joined by the one and only Dr. Sarah Pederson—a holistic gynecologist, fertility specialist, and my personal go-to doc when it comes to restorative reproductive care. Dr. P breaks down what endometriosis actually is, h…

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Waterborne Assault: A Constant in Both Irregular and Conventional War 18:37

1M ago18:37

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In this episode, we examine overlooked amphibious and riverine operations in irregular warfare, from French Indochina to modern Syria. Discover how waterborne missions have shaped—and continue to shape—conflict across centuries and why Western militaries must rethink their force design assumptions.By Irregular Warfare Initiative

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Why NATO Can’t Afford to Ignore Africa: The Key to Global Security Amid Rising Threats 54:28

1M ago54:28

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Text the ATB Team! We'd love to hear from you! What role should NATO play in today’s security landscape—and how do regions like Africa factor into long-term strategy? In this episode of the "At the Boundary" podcast, host Jim Cardoso is joined by retired U.S. Air Force Lieutenant General Kirk Smith to explore evolving priorities in national securit…

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Plausible Deniability: Proxy Actors and the Hybrid Threat Ecosystem 39:12

2M ago39:12

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Episode 126 examines the evolution of proxy warfare and hybrid threats in the current security environment. Our guests explore how states increasingly delegate conflict to non-state actors and leverage hybrid approaches to achieve strategic objectives below the threshold of conventional war. Our guests begin by exploring the conceptual foundations …

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125 | Getting Off Birth Control and Into Fertility Awareness: A Missionary's Journey in Fertility Framework 33:29

2M ago33:29

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Hey sister! This episode is such a special one! I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Meagan, a missionary in Thailand, who went through Fertility Framework DIY and experienced a radical transformation in her health, her hormones, and her faith. Meagan shares her story of being on birth control for six and a half years, how she thought feeli…

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AI-Powered Cyber Attacks: How Hackers Are Exploiting Human Error 39:10

2M ago39:10

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Text the ATB Team! We'd love to hear from you! AI is revolutionizing cybersecurity, but human error remains the biggest vulnerability. In this episode of At the Boundary, Joe Blankenship, Chief Data Officer at Certus Core, unpacks the latest AI-driven threats, from phishing and malware to supply chain security risks. 🔎 What you’ll learn: How AI is …

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Ep 061 "The Mountains of Madness: Military Defeat and Terrain" 53:30

2M ago53:30

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With Western conflict possible in Yemen and Iran, I discuss the vagaries and verities of mountain warfare. The special hell of high altitude and colder temperatures and their effect on fighting and warfare. I assess how the RMAs rapidly displacing centuries-old conflict norms are going to look for the remainder of the century. Buppert’s Law of Mili…

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#23 Next Generation Strike UAVs with Ethan Thornton, CEO Mach Industries 52:20

2M ago52:20

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summary In this episode, Scott interviews Ethan Thornton, the 21-year-old CEO of Mach Industries, a defense technology startup focused on creating innovative unmanned systems. They discuss the transition from traditional defense strategies to a new era of great power competition, the challenges of government contracting, and the importance of decen…

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124 | TTC After 3 Losses and 1 Rainbow Baby - A Story of God's Timing and Surrender 27:03

2M ago27:03

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Hi Sister! When I first sat down to record this episode, I felt a mix of excitement, nerves, and deep gratitude. It’s not every day that I get to share something so personal, something that has been years in the making—marked by heartbreak, surrender, and ultimately, God’s goodness. If you’ve ever felt like you’re waiting on the Lord, wrestling wit…

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Secret Alliances and Silent Sabotage: Q & A with Dr Tony Insall 17:05

2M ago17:05

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In this episode, we dive into the Norwegian resistance during WWII—its clandestine operations, intelligence networks, and the heroic efforts that helped shape the war’s outcome. Join us as we explore the impact of SOE, SIS, and key figures like Colin Gubbins in countering German occupation.By Irregular Warfare Initiative

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Inside the Secret World of the Five Eyes: A Conversation with Richard Kerbaj 50:14

2M ago50:14

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Text the ATB Team! We'd love to hear from you! Award-winning documentary producer and investigative journalist Richard Kerbaj joins Dr. David Oakley at the University of South Florida to discuss the intricate history of the Five Eyes intelligence alliance. Kerbaj, renowned for his BAFTA-winning documentary My Son, the Jihadi and his recent televisi…

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Ep 016 "Fixing Fight Club: Just Say No to NATO: Part Two" 54:51

2M ago54:51

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A continued discussion of the NATO debacle. It is time for America to completely reassess alliances and partnership around the world starting with NATO and then working its way down the list of useless and toxic relationships and promises to commit American blood and treasure to flashpoints planet-wide. The sheer insanity of EU/SSR behavior and the…

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123 | The Truth About Fertility & Faith: What Every Christian Woman Needs to Know 41:31

2M ago41:31

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Hi Sister! I had the incredible opportunity to be a guest on the PMS Made Peaceful podcast, and I just had to share the conversation with you here! If you’ve ever felt lost in your fertility journey, struggled to understand what’s happening with your hormones, or wondered how your faith connects to your cycle, this episode is for you. I dive deep i…

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Strategy Through Action: Harriet Tubman as an Underappreciated Forebearer to Special Operations 13:30

2M ago13:30

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In this episode, we explore how Harriet Tubman’s intelligence work and her leadership in the Combahee River Raid reflect the core principles of U.S. special operations. From building networks to achieving political goals through force, Tubman’s legacy offers valuable lessons for today’s military strategies.…

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Why Shifting Focus from Europe to China Could Backfire on the U.S. | Summit Roundtable 48:22

2M ago48:22

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Text the ATB Team! We'd love to hear from you! Can the U.S. afford to shift its focus to China while Russia remains a threat? Following the GNSI Summit on the Russian-Ukraine War, experts break down why abandoning Europe could be a serious mistake—and how Russian and Chinese aggression are more connected than you think. Maintaining a strong militar…

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Ep 060 "The Military Historian's Craft: Past Tense Imperfect" 51:54

2M ago51:54

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I am an un-credentialed amateur historian who has done very little archive work and lack the substantial infrastructure credentialed historians have to practice their craft. I have debated esteemed historians and won on stage (Daniel Walker Howe looked at my CV and did not prepare) but that doesn't make me better than them. I think my various detou…

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Ukraine's Hidden Front: The Strategic Impact of Resistance Operations 59:56

2M ago59:56

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Episode 125 examines the impact of Ukraine's irregular warfare and resistance operations on its broader strategic objectives. Our guests discuss how Ukrainian resistance activities have evolved throughout the conflict and evaluate their strategic importance in the war against Russia. Our guests begin by describing how Ukrainian resistance and irreg…

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122 | Menstrual Cycle Struggles to Hormone Balance: Client Testimony with Sheila 35:23

2M ago35:23

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Hey, sister. If you’ve ever felt trapped in a cycle of exhaustion, mood swings, and unexplained fertility struggles, you need to hear Sheila’s story. Before joining Fertility Framework, Sheila was stuck in a loop of painful cycles, hormonal crashes, and fertility confusion. She had done all the things—tracking with LH strips, searching Dr. Google, …

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Harnessing AI to Understand China's Grand Strategy 18:30

2M ago18:30

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Explore how the PRC Grand Strategy AI model ("PRC-StrateGPT") uses artificial intelligence to decode Chinese strategy, with a case study of the Solomon Islands' geopolitical shift.By Irregular Warfare Initiative

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Episode 16: Tangled Tensions; Is Syria the Next Threshing Floor On the Counter-Terrorism Landscape? 1:19:22

2M ago1:19:22

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Guests Gen (Retired) Joseph L. Votel, and Dr. Colin P. Clarke join host Dave Brown and co-host Dr. Heidi Lane to discuss the U.S. mission in Syria and the implications for U.S. counter-terrorism in the region and continuing to prevent the re-emergence of ISIS. Articles: In Syria, America Should Be Ruthlessly Focused on the Islamic State, J. Votel &…

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Cybersecurity in the Age of AI: Threats & Opportunities 39:45

2M ago39:45

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Text the ATB Team! We'd love to hear from you! 🎙️ AI, Cybersecurity & the Future of Computing—A Must-Listen Episode! 🤖💡 Professor John Licato joins guest host Glenn Beckmann on the "At the Boundary" podcast to discuss groundbreaking AI advancements and the launch of USF’s new College of AI, Cybersecurity, and Computing. Dr. Licato breaks down the i…

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Ep 015 "Freeboot Reboot: 21st Century PMC in War"" 59:16

2M ago59:16

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This episode examines what private military companies and campaigns look like. I discuss traditional and emerging trends in private military warfare which tends to still take place in nation-state warfare. While combat support and combat service support billets have been filled with private military entities for all know history, the emergence of l…

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121 | STOP Believing These 5 Myths So You Can Support Your Conception Health! 30:48

2M ago30:48

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Hey sister! You’ve probably been told at least one of these myths—maybe by your OB, maybe by a well-meaning friend, or maybe from years of messaging that we’ve just accepted as “normal.” But the truth? They’re not normal. And today, we’re busting them wide open. I see this all the time in my work with women inside Fertility Framework—women struggli…

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The UK’s New Take on Cyber 11:21

3M ago11:21

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In this episode, we delve into the UK's evolving cyber power strategy, examining its cybersecurity policies, role in Great Power Competition, and approach to responsible cyber influence. From resilience to offensive cyber operations, we break down the nation's vision for digital sovereignty and global leadership in cyberspace.…

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From Classroom to War Room: Future Leaders on the Russia-Ukraine War 58:25

3M ago58:25

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Text the ATB Team! We'd love to hear from you! This episode of “At the Boundary” dives deep into the Russia-Ukraine war with students from the Future Strategist Program (FSP) at the University of South Florida. This roundtable discussion unpacks the impact of unmanned drones, the shifting global order, and Ukraine’s unexpected resilience. The conve…

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Ep 059 "The Mexican Cartel Conundrum: War Without End Part Two" 59:23

3M ago59:23

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Here is Part One: Ep 058 "The Mexican Cartel Conundrum: War Without End Part One" We continue the inquiry into the implications and future returns on going kinetic in the drug war as elucidated by worthies in the new administration. I examine the implications and the second and third order effects of this endeavor which is, by extension, a declarat…

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