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Weekly long-form conversations with fascinating people at the creative edges of national security. Unscripted. Informal. Always fresh.

Chatter guests roll with the punches to describe artistic endeavors related to national security and jump into cutting-edge thinking at the frontiers where defense and foreign policy overlap with technology, intelligence, climate change, history, sports, culture, a... more

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After more than three years, Chatter is ending its run. In this episode, Shane and David reflect on the diverse range of topics at the frontiers of national security that this podcast has explored—from spy fiction to lessons of history, from climate ... more

Carmen Medina defies simple description. She spent more than 30 years at the CIA, rising to the leadership team of the Directorate of Intelligence, despite her iconoclasticism and vociferous evangelism of new technologies. Since retiring more than a ... more

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Shane Harris makes no secret about his love for the film version of this Cold War submarine thriller, based on the Tom Clancy novel. It’s his favorite movie. So he was delighted to welcome fellow obsessive Katherine Voyles to the podcast. A PhD in En... more

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International politics and security expert Dr. Ben Tallis, who now directs the Berlin-based Democratic Strategy Initiative, joined David Priess to discuss the challenges of German grand strategy since 1945, the country's musical culture in the 1950s ... more

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Recent Guests

Carmen Medina
Former Senior Intelligence Officer and author
Episode: Intelligence Analysis, Intuition, and Precognition, with Carmen Medina
Katherine Voyles
Federal government employee, expert in national security fiction, and author
Episode: The Legacy of “The Hunt for Red October” with Katherine Voyles
Ben Tallis
International Politics and Security Expert
Episode: German Grand Strategy and ... Kraftwerk, with Ben Tallis
Catherine Steel
Professor of Classics at the University of Glasgow, specializing in Roman history and Cicero.
University of Glasgow
Episode: How the Norm Against Political Violence Eroded in the Roman Republic, with Catherine Steel
Sandy Levinson
Professor and prominent constitutional scholar
University of Texas Law School
Episode: Constitutional Fragility with Sandy Levinson
David Bosco
Professor and author of 'The Poseidon Project: The Struggle to Govern the World's Oceans'
Episode: Freedom of the Seas, with David Bosco
Nancy Sherman
Professor and author specializing in Stoicism and its application in the military.
Episode: Stoicism and the Military with Prof. Nancy Sherman
Mike Rothschild
Author who focuses on conspiracy theories, particularly within culture and politics.
Episode: Anti-Semitic Conspiracy Theories and Pop Culture, with Mike Rothschild
Adam Higginbotham
Author and journalist
Author of Challenger: A True Story of Heroism and Disaster on the Edge of Space
Episode: The Inside Story of the Challenger Disaster with Adam Higginbotham

Hosts

Shane Harris
Co-host with expertise in national security and intelligence analysis, often tackling themes around contemporary threats and cultural representations in media.
David Priess
Co-host and former intelligence officer, focusing on national security insights and the implications of current events on policy and culture.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 199 ratings
  • Last epidode

    Three years of Chatter. Sad that it’s ending.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pudelmom
    United States2 years ago
  • Radio Liberty

    Thank you for the interview with Mark Pomar. I loved hearing the background behind the Radios. The wealth of primary source material in the original languages is indeed a treasure trove.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pudelmom
    United States2 years ago
  • voice lessons for professionals

    I keep trying, because I loved the original podcast, but I simply can’t follow when the presenters speak that quickly. They are not speaking to a listening audience, but only to each other…I guess we’re supposed to be overhearing their conversation? Ugh. Editing and simplifying can usually bring the point across better than cramming in all the thoughts.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    womanbyherradio
    United States2 years ago
  • How Movies & TV

    Regarding the dog movies. The American Kennel Club has statistics on the damage it caused to specific breeds. Dalmations and st bernards are not family house dogs. Both breeds require lots of exercise.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pudelmom
    United States2 years ago
  • Kathy Peiss

    I really enjoyed the Chatter episode with her. I’m a retired librarian who would have loved to be alive & doing the work described in WWII.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pudelmom
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some feedback indicates a desire for tighter editing and shorter episode lengths to enhance accessibility.
The show effectively combines insightful discussions on national security with engaging cultural commentary.
Listeners appreciate the depth of topics and the high-caliber guests featured consistently.
Overall, audience reviews highlight the hosts' expertise and the enlightening nature of the conversations.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Military, Climate Change, and the Environment, with Sherri Goodman
Q: How do you see the issue of climate change affecting military planning today?
The military must adapt to evolving climate conditions, manage resources amid geopolitical competition, and integrate robust climate intelligence into defense strategies.
The Military, Climate Change, and the Environment, with Sherri Goodman
Q: What were your primary focuses as the Deputy Undersecretary of Defense for Environmental Security?
Her mandate was to elevate attention on environmental issues, ensure safety during military operations, and effectively manage the cleanup of defense facilities.
The Military, Climate Change, and the Environment, with Sherri Goodman
Q: How did you navigate the relationship with various stakeholders during your tenure?
Building trust with environmental regulators and community stakeholders was crucial for effective engagement and streamlining processes while addressing cleanup and safety concerns.
The Military, Climate Change, and the Environment, with Sherri Goodman
Q: What path got you to work on military affairs and public service?
Growing up during the Cold War as the child of Holocaust survivors, Goodman felt a strong sense of duty to serve the country and make the world better, which led her to focus on military and security issues.
German Grand Strategy and ... Kraftwerk, with Ben Tallis
Q: There seems to be a big movement to try to diversify bond.
That's an interesting point. And it raises the question, is this a transferable character because it's been played by different people in the past.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chatter

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

The content revolves around engaging and unscripted long-form conversations that explore the intersections of national security and various cultural dynamics. Guests include a diverse range of individuals, from intelligence officers to historians and authors, discussing topics such as espionage, military ethics, environmental security, and the cultural implications of national policies. This podcast is distinctive in its approach, blending serious discussions about national security with elements of pop culture and the arts, providing listeners with insights that are both enlightening and entertaining. The variety of perspectives offered by the guests invites the audience to think critically about the complexities surrounding security issue... more

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Recent guests on Chatter include:

1. Carmen Medina
2. Katherine Voyles
3. Ben Tallis
4. Catherine Steel
5. Sandy Levinson
6. David Bosco
7. Nancy Sherman
8. Mike Rothschild

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