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Formerly known as Intelligence Matters, the NatSec Matters podcast features former senior national security officials Michael Allen, Jeremy Bash, and Andrew Shapiro as they interview top leaders in national security, including intelligence officers, military leaders, and policymakers, on the most critical security challenges of our time. Their interviews offer insights into the world’s most pressi... more

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Michael speaks with Zack Cooper, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, about the evolving dynamics of US policy toward China and the Indo-Pacific. Zack discusses how President Trump's pursuit of a meeting with Xi Jinping has shaped US... more

Michael speaks with President and Founder of the Institute for Science and International Security David Albright about the state of the Iranian nuclear program following US and Israeli strikes. David, a renowned expert on Iran's nuclear program, prov... more

Andrew speaks with Jeffrey Feltman, former United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Political Affairs and a distinguished fellow at the Brookings Institution. Jeffrey takes us inside the precarious state of post-civil war Syria, the deep-seated sec... more

Michael is joined by Kelly Ann Shaw, a partner at Aiken Gump and former Deputy Assistant to the President for International Economic Affairs. They explore the critical state of U.S. trade policy through a national security lens, including with an eye... more

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Recent Guests

Jeffrey Feltman
The John C. Whitehead Visiting Fellow in International Diplomacy at the Brookings Institution and former UN Under Secretary General for Political Affairs.
Brookings Institution
Episode: Rebuilding Syria: Jeffrey Feltman
Iris Ferguson
Former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Arctic and Global Resilience
United States Department of Defense
Episode: National Security's Arctic Frontier: Iris Ferguson
David Fitzgerald
A career intelligence officer with over 38 years of service in Latin America and various war zones
Episode: Cartel Threats - A National Security Challenge: David Fitzgerald
Bradley Bowman
Senior Director of the Center on Military and Political Power at the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies
Center on Military and Political Power
Episode: 'World War I with Drones': Bradley Bowman
Vice Admiral James Syring
Former Director of the Missile Defense Agency, overseeing defense against missile attacks
United States Navy
Episode: Shielding the Homeland: Vice Admiral James Syring
Dr. Karen Young
Senior Fellow at the Middle East Institute, leading the Economics and Energy Initiative
Middle East Institute
Episode: Beyond the Barrel: Dr. Karen Young
Dr. Tom Karako
Director of the Missile Defense Project at the Center for Strategic and International Studies
Center for Strategic and International Studies
Episode: Arrows and Quivers: Dr. Tom Karako
Richard Nephew
Senior Research Scholar at Columbia University and former director for Iran at the National Security Council
Episode: Special Episode: The Iranian Nuclear Gamble with Richard Nephew
Kelly Ann Shaw
Partner at Aiken Gump's Lobbying and Public Policy Practice, former Deputy Assistant to the President for International Economic Affairs in the Trump administration.
Aiken Gump
Episode: The 'Sledgehammer' to Global Trade: Kelly Ann Shaw

Host

Michael Allen
Host and co-founder at Beacon Global Strategies

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 421 ratings
  • Dr. Karako interview!

    An outstanding discussion on missile defensive/offensive capabilities. Well done.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steve-MASS
    United States3 months ago
  • Excellent analysis

    Fulsome analysis looking at all the evidence.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    >>l
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Incredible Insight for US National Security & Global Strategy. Unparalleled

    Insight Thoughtful and Based on Publicly Available Information. So Important to Understand Public Discourse & Dynamics in Global Politics

    Often Relisten to Episodes when Considering Complex Problems

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @&123457@&
    United States3 months ago
  • Biased Interviewing

    Quality has dropped significantly since the handover from Intelligence Matters to NatSec Matters. The credentials and non-partisanship of the host have degraded from Michael Morrell to the present Michael Allen and company. While the podcast still books credible guests, the interview questions are leading (pro-Trump for successes, anti-Biden for negative results). I was an avid listener of the Intelligence Matters podcasts, and was giving this a fair chance. Waste of time, there are other source... more

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    Makai Lanai
    United States3 months ago
  • Biden Propaganda

    Laughably ill-informed.

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    The S.K.P. Machine
    United States4 months ago

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Some reviews express disappointment in the recent changes in host leadership and a shift toward a more partisan tone.
The podcast offers high-quality insights from national security experts and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in global affairs.
Listeners appreciate the depth of topics covered, but there's a notable concern about perceived bias in discussions.

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Rebuilding Syria: Jeffrey Feltman
Q: How is Russia handling the change with this government? Are they still attempting to keep assets in Syria?
Russia wants to maintain its military and strategic assets in Syria, adapting to the new government while managing their own interests.
Rebuilding Syria: Jeffrey Feltman
Q: What do you think the chances are that Iran will be able to reestablish influence within Syria?
Iran may regain influence if Syria remains unstable, but their efforts are hindered by Israeli actions and regional dynamics.
The New Frontiers of the US-China Tech Competition: Craig Singleton
Q: Is it a fair analogy to say we wouldn't sell the Chinese our fourth best fighter? So why should we do that here?
Singleton argues that trading advanced technology like semiconductors with China is akin to selling a fighter jet, as doing so could empower an adversary.
The New Frontiers of the US-China Tech Competition: Craig Singleton
Q: Can you please describe the status of the talks, particularly the most recent round of talks and the so-called tariff truce?
Singleton describes the current negotiations as being in a tactical pause, with a limited tariff freeze until November and a focus on a potential summit between Xi Jinping and President Trump.
National Security's Arctic Frontier: Iris Ferguson
Q: How does Canada face challenges asserting their sovereignty in the region?
Canada has significant territorial claims but faces population challenges in asserting its presence, which affects both its internal and bilateral relations with the US.

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Focused on the complexities of national security, this podcast features interviews with former senior government officials and prominent figures within the field. Topics explored include U.S. foreign policy, military strategies, geopolitical challenges, and insights on intelligence operations. The conversations often draw on the guests' extensive backgrounds and experiences, offering listeners not only an analysis of current threats but also historical context surrounding national security matters. Unique aspects include a deep dive into the careers and personal narratives of those in the national security space, providing a human element to discussions usually centered on policies and strategies.

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NatSec Matters launched 2 years ago and published 103 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on NatSec Matters include:

1. Jeffrey Feltman
2. Iris Ferguson
3. David Fitzgerald
4. Bradley Bowman
5. Vice Admiral James Syring
6. Dr. Karen Young
7. Dr. Tom Karako
8. Richard Nephew

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