
Welcome to the Irregular Warfare Initiative’s Insider: Short of War, where IWI transforms its thought provoking articles into compelling audio pieces. Our podcast bridges the gap between scholars, practitioners, and policymakers, offering in-depth analysis and expert commentary on the dynamic world of irregular warfare. Stay informed and engaged with the latest insights from leading voices in the ... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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In this episode based on the article "Defense industrial mobilization needs more than startups and drones," we examine the balance between emerging defense tech startups and foundational procurement institutions. We explore why cheap drones and ventu... more
In this deep-dive episode, we explore how Russian illicit finance has evolved into the operational backbone of Moscow’s irregular warfare strategy. From Bulgarian spy rings in English seaside towns to crypto-fueled sabotage gig-economy schemes across... more
Explore how Ukraine is converting years of high-intensity counter-UAS combat into powerful diplomatic, economic, and strategic leverage. In this deep dive, we break down the operational lessons learned from Iranian-designed drone swarms, the defense ... more
In this deep dive episode, we examine the evolution of global terrorism a quarter-century after September 11. Despite decades of U.S. counterterrorism pressure, al-Qaeda and its global affiliates are reconstituting, expanding their reach, and continu... more
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Analyses consistently address the evolving nature of irregular warfare, geopolitics, and security policy through rigorous, think-tank-style briefings. Episodes dissect strategic challenges—from maritime coercion and cyber conflict to information warfare, deterrence, and alliance dynamics—often grounded in open-source research and real-world case studies. The hosts favor data-driven critique, cross-domain risk assessment, and practical policy or strategy implications for decision-makers in government, defense, finance, and risk management. A notable strength is the way discussions connect high-concept theory to tangible implications for policymakers, planners, and practitioners, including implications for insurance, supply chains, and global... more
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