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Audio Briefs brings you CSIS publications in audio form. Listen to short, spoken-word summaries from CSIS experts about their latest reports, or hear a full audio version of any CSIS commentary. Produced by Marla Hiller and Lauren Adler

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Latest Episodes

A short, spoken-word summary from CSIS’s Clayton Swope on his report, Injecting the Free Market into Spectrum Use for Space Applications.

An audio version of "Autonomy and Affordable Mass in Latin America and the Caribbean," a new commentary by CSIS’s Henry Ziemer. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

An audio version of "The Kyndryl-Solvinity Case: A Barometer for Investment Security Reviews?," a new commentary by CSIS’s Emily Benson and Lexi Linafelter. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

An audio version of "Tariff Follies Scene 47," a new commentary by CSIS’s William Alan Reinsch. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

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Nikita Shah
CSIS researcher and co-author of the CSIS report
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Episode: Understanding Russia-Iran Collaboration in Cyberspace
Justin Sherman
CSIS researcher and co-author of the CSIS report
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Jade McGlynn
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Episode: Russian Attitudes Are Shifting as the War’s Effects Come Home
Max Bergmann
Co-author of the CSIS piece and author of this podcast episode
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Episode: Make the Ankara Summit About European Defense Autonomy
Otto Svendsen
Co-author of the CSIS piece and author of this podcast episode
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Episode: Make the Ankara Summit About European Defense Autonomy
Henry Ziemer
CSIS author
CSIS
Episode: Venezuela Suffered Its Worst Earthquake in Decades: What Comes Next?
Joseph Ruelas
CSIS author
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Alek Jovovic
Author of the CSIS commentary on defense production
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AJ Dilts
Co-author of the CSIS commentary on defense production
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Episode: Industrial Athleticism: Calibrating Defense Production to Address Evolving Threats

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
  • Fire Hose

    I had initially liked this quite a bit, but it has since turned into the CSIS fire hose that has just blasted exactly 30 new episodes into my feed all at once, and that seems to now be the new pattern. I was already pressed for how to spend my podcast time and it’s easier to just unsubscribe than to sift through all of these to try and guess what matters. Are they thinking about any of this from the end user’s perspective, or are they just dumping a bunch of copy into the 11 Labs software and ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    RJG179
    United Statesa year ago
  • Excellent

    I’ve enjoyed these ever since they’d began, and CSIS has only made them better. CSIS has met the TL;DR crowd halfway and now provides valuable readings from white papers, which I truly appreciate. I have to acknowledge that I find the 2 minute and 47 seconds ones to be unfortunately useless, but they’ve really started to give you a lot more. Eleven Labs seems to be the enabler who we have to thank; and this is truly wonderful. Bonus thought: This podcast convinces me that I would love an In... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RJG179
    United States2 years ago
  • Good

    I enjoy these, but I feel compelled to offer some feedback. CSIS has met the TL;DR crowd halfway and now provides a valuable reading from white papers, which I truly appreciate. Eleven Labs seems to be the enabler who we have to thank; and this is truly wonderful. As much as I appreciate the revolution, the voice regularly shifts from male to female, from normal to excited…it even pronounces “s” like a hissing snake sometimes. It can be creepy communications, but I for one welcome our new AI... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    RJG179
    United States2 years ago
  • Good

    I enjoy these, but I feel compelled to offer some feedback. First, the link to the report should always be in the show notes. Every single time. Secondly, these are often clipped too early by whoever is editing. Especially at the top of 2024, the speaker is inviting you to visit the website and is abruptly cut off before finishing. That’s a quality control issue noticed in this show. On a personal note, I feel that CSIS wants these to push out the papers, but the listens may want these to ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    RJG179
    United States3 years ago

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Some critique voice consistency and editing quality, suggesting more engaging pacing and clearer links to reports
Positive notes on the practical relevance and expert perspectives, with requests for curated highlights and links to full reports
Feedback highlights value of concise CSIS briefings, but some listeners want shorter or longer cuts to suit time
Listeners praise the inclusion of readings from CSIS papers and data-driven insights

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#230
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#94
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#210
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#7
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#11
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What Does NATO Defense Spending Look Like Heading into the Ankara Summit?
Q: Q5. What will be on the agenda at the 2026 Ankara Summit?
Defense spending is expected to remain a major feature, alongside defense investment, Ukraine support, and industry collaboration, with discussions on how spending translates into impact.
What Does NATO Defense Spending Look Like Heading into the Ankara Summit?
Q: Q4. How have NATO members allocated their defense spending across different categories?
Spending is divided among equipment, personnel, infrastructure, and other, with equipment rising as a share and personnel remaining large but declining from earlier years.
What Does NATO Defense Spending Look Like Heading into the Ankara Summit?
Q: Q3. How have NATO defense spending levels evolved since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022?
Spending rose significantly post-2022 invasion, with notable increases across Europe and Canada, and the total spending trajectory grew markedly faster than in 2014-2022, even after adjusting for inflation.
What Does NATO Defense Spending Look Like Heading into the Ankara Summit?
Q: Q2. How much are NATO allies currently spending on defense?
Three states met the 3.5% benchmark in 2025; overall progress is mixed as the 2035 target remains; estimates come from the NATO Secretary General's annual report.
What Does NATO Defense Spending Look Like Heading into the Ankara Summit?
Q: Q1. What defense spending provisions did NATO allies agree to at the 2025 Hague Summit?
They agreed to target 3.5% of GDP for traditional defense activities and an additional 1.5% of GDP for broader defense and security-related spending by 2035, with Spain exempted from the 5% total commitment.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Audio Briefs

What is Audio Briefs about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Short, policy-focused audio briefs summarize CSIS publications in clear, concise audio form. Episodes cover geopolitics, defense, energy, technology policy, and international security, often tying research findings to current events and regulatory context. A standout trait is the emphasis on practical implications for policymakers and industry, with quick takeaways, data-driven insights, and occasional calls to review full reports. The format is bite-sized, typically under a few minutes, making it easy to sample multiple topics quickly, though some listeners note a preference for slightly longer cuts or curated highlights. Overall, it's likely to appeal to professionals seeking credible, expert perspectives on security, policy, and global a... more

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2. Justin Sherman
3. Jade McGlynn
4. Max Bergmann
5. Otto Svendsen
6. Henry Ziemer
7. Joseph Ruelas
8. Alek Jovovic

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