
A new show and vertical focused on defense tech and the defense industrial base, created and produced by WAR ON THE ROCKS and supported by BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 20 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Technology | |||

Congress rarely moves fast, but Reps. Rob Wittman and Pat Ryan are trying to change that. The two lawmakers founded the bipartisan House Defense Modernization Caucus in 2024 and have driven reforms through two consecutive defense authorization acts, ... more
Is it too late to stop criminals and American adversaries from exploiting AI to conduct cyberattacks or design novel pathogens? Has regulation kept pace with the threat civilian drones pose to critical infrastructure? AI researcher Lennart Heim, Army... more
Ryan sits down at the Cogs of War mic for the last time to introduce Jonathan Panter, the new host and executive editor of Cogs of War. Jonathan shares his background, from naval officer to scholar. They discuss major defense tech issues, and Jonatha... more
What happens when one of the defense industry's leading technology integrators partners with one of Silicon Valley's most influential venture firms? Bryce Pippert of Booz Allen and Matt Cronin of Andreessen Horowitz join Ryan to unpack their new part... more
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The first couple episodes of Cogs of War have been incredible. The knowledge and variety of guess as well as the detailed and researched questions of the host allow for varied content that is that is understandable and concise. A great quick listen!
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A thoughtful exploration of defense technology, procurement, and the defense industrial base, with a focus on how government needs intersect with private sector innovation. Episodes frequently cover partnerships between large defense contractors, startups, and federal agencies, highlighting open architectures, rapid fielding, and the practical challenges of integrating cutting-edge tech like AI, OSINT, and drone capabilities into national security. Notable is the emphasis on coalition-building, policy reform, and real-world lessons from modern warfare, alongside candid debates about procurement, funding, and the pace of innovation in defense. The show often features industry leaders, military and governmental voices, and university research... more
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Recent guests on Cogs of War include:
1. Bryce Pippert
2. Matt Cronin
3. Brian Cummings
4. Joel Dillon
5. Eric Fox
6. Jeff Cole
7. Ben Van Roo
8. Jags Kandasamy
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