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The nuclear weapons, arms control, disarmament and nonproliferation podcast. Companion to the popular Arms Control Wonk blog (www.armscontrolwonk.com). Hosted by Jeffrey Lewis & Aaron Stein.

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Latest Episodes

U.S. Undersecretary of State Tom DiNanno accused China of conducting decoupled, low-yield nuclear tests including on June 22, 2020. Aaron and Jeffrey talk about seismic monitoring of nuclear tests, the role of hydronuclear testing, and what might be ... more

The New START treaty has expired leaving the US and Russia without a bilateral limit on offensive strategic arms for the first time in decades. There is reportedly a handshake deal not to do anything drastic for six months while the two sides talk ab... more

Russia has deployed the Oreshnik system in Belarus and then, from Russia, conducted another Oreshnik test. Jefffrey and Aaron discuss how the open source team found the deployment site in Belarus before Russia announced it, what they think Oreshnik i... more

Jeffrey and Scott watched the new Kathryn Bigelow movie "House of Dynamite" and they both have opinions.

The crew talks through both the artistic choices as well as the wonky details. "House of Dynamite" is an interesting take on missile defense an... more

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Recent Guests

Fred Kaplan
Author of numerous books on nuclear strategy and the author of Capital Calamity
Episode: Fred Kaplan and A Capital Calamity
Decker Eveleth
Associate research analyst at the CNA Corporation
CNA Corporation
Episode: Busting the Burevestnik

Hosts

Jeffrey Lewis
Distinguished scholar of global security and a prominent figure in discussions on nuclear nonproliferation and arms control.
Aaron Stein
President of the Foreign Policy Research Institute, specializing in international relations and security studies.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 600 ratings
  • I can't say this podcast has made me a happier person, but it has made me more informed. We live in a nuclear world, and if you want somebody to get you up to speed on the goings-on of mutually assured destruction, Dr. Lewis is a great call.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Kaiasky
    2 years ago
  • Launch a missile, get a pod, ….record a great show, get a 5 Star.

    I was introduced to Dr. Lewis via his book the 2020 commission. He, Dr. Stein and their guests inform me on topics of interest, perhaps not always perfectly but darn close. Just wish they would drop more frequently.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ThermoPlaya
    United States3 years ago
  • Decent info if u can suffer through it

    First episode I listened to was painful. Audio quality, so so. Content surprisingly decent, but too much chaff and self involved drivel. Not as dry or half hearted as some people think tank content. Not much competition in this space I guess

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    jd2020
    United States3 years ago
  • Useful, but only to a point

    As one who is intimately interested in WMD arms control and who has a graduate degree in Global/National Security Studies, I was a core consumer for this podcast. Sadly Dr. Lewis has turned me off of this podcast through his use of profanity in instruction and his failure to observe a prime commandment of higher education - ‘Thou shalt not demonize “all”, lest your argument become an intellectual fallacy’.

    Dr. Lewis is an unabashed Democrat supporter and he believes that no Republican, Libertar... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Dan7013
    United States4 years ago
  • Wanted to love it…

    I wanted to love this podcast, since I have worked in an adjacent field and I find it very interesting. But in a podcast (ASAT podcast), where they gloss over some nuanced information, which happens to be the key information they should be discussing, I realized that what was being presented may have made me more ignorant of the current issues and developments in the ASAT space than I had been with only very basic information. Now I wonder about the other podcasts where I might not be able to se... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    TBGEMH
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

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The technical analysis and timely responses to significant news events are often praised, as well as the hosts' ability to interweave humor and expertise.
There are concerns regarding overt political biases and the inclusion of unfiltered language, which some find detracts from the focus on substantive content.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and informative discussions on complex international security issues, highlighting how the hosts make intricate topics approachable and enjoyable.

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#219
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#241
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Fred Kaplan and A Capital Calamity
Q: What is the significance of humor in your writing?
Kaplan emphasizes that the humor serves as a self-protective mechanism in discussing serious topics like nuclear war, without letting cynicism prevail.
Fred Kaplan and A Capital Calamity
Q: How does your character Serge Willoughby reflect your own experiences in Washington?
Kaplan admits parts of Serge Willoughby reflect his experiences but clarifies that while he observed the disillusionment, he wasn't as extreme in his reactions.
Fred Kaplan and A Capital Calamity
Q: Why did you move from nonfiction to fiction?
Kaplan shares that he was inspired to write a novel during the COVID lockdown after being unable to conduct in-person research for his last nonfiction book.
North Korea's New Satellite
Q: Is this really an ICBM in disguise?
No, North Korea has an undisguised ICBM. They don't need to pretend or disguise it.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Arms Control Wonk

What is Arms Control Wonk about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on the intricacies of nuclear weapons and arms control, this podcast provides in-depth discussions surrounding global security challenges, nonproliferation, and disarmament. The hosts, who are both experts in the field, bring a blend of technical knowledge and engaging conversation, making complex topics accessible to a broad audience. Episodes frequently explore recent geopolitical events, the implications of arms treaties, and the dynamics of international relations, particularly in relation to countries such as the United States, Russia, and China.

Notably, there is a strong emphasis on current events, with the hosts often responding to breaking news related to nuclear policies and military advancements. This responsive approach... more

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