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Irregular Warfare Podcast

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Irregular Warfare
Russia
Special Operations Forces
China
Ukraine
Afghanistan
United States
Security Force Assistance
Proxy Warfare
NATO
Great Power Competition
Hamas
Iran
National Defense Strategy
Information Warfare
Cyber Warfare
Terrorism
South America
Military Strategy
Israel

The Irregular Warfare Podcast explores an important component of war throughout history. Small wars, drone strikes, special operations forces, counterterrorism, proxies—this podcast covers the full range of topics related to irregular war and features in-depth conversations with guests from the military, academia, and the policy community. The podcast is a collaboration between the Modern War Inst... more

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Episode 153 examines the role of unconventional warfare and special operations forces in conventional major war.

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This conversation explores how unconventional warfare can support, shape, and sometimes substitute for conventiona... more

Episode 152 of the Irregular Warfare Podcast grapples with the many definitions of irregular warfare used across the community of interest.

In this episode, our guests discuss why the concept of irregular warfare has resisted a stable definition acr... more

Episode 151 of the Irregular Warfare Podcast explores how the United States wields power not only through military force, but through dollars, sanctions, export controls, and supply chains. Anchored in Eddie Fishman’s book Chokepoints: American Power... more

Space is no longer a silent backdrop to conflict—it is a contested domain that enables, shapes, and increasingly defines how wars are fought. In this episode, Ben Jebb and Charlie McGillis sit down with Dr. James Kiras and General Stephen Whiting to ... more

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Recent Guests

Eddie Fishman
Author of Chokepoints, academic/author
Author of Chokepoints
Episode: Chokepoints: American Power in the Age of Economic Warfare
Jack Lew
Former U.S. Treasury Secretary
U.S. Treasury
Episode: Chokepoints: American Power in the Age of Economic Warfare
Daleep Singh
Former Deputy National Security Advisor
White House/Policy
Episode: Chokepoints: American Power in the Age of Economic Warfare
Dr. James Kiras
Academic/author on space and irregular warfare
SAS
Episode: From Orbit to Objective: Space and the Future of Conflict
General Stephen Whiting
Commander of US Space Command
US Space Command
Episode: From Orbit to Objective: Space and the Future of Conflict
Arman Mahmoudian
Dr. Arman Mahmoudian, research fellow focusing on Middle Eastern and Russian affairs
Global and National Security Institute
Episode: Iran, Revolution, and the Logic of Proxy Warfare
Behnam Ben Taleblu
Behnam Ben Taleblu, Senior Director of the Iran Program
Foundation for Defense of Democracies
Episode: Iran, Revolution, and the Logic of Proxy Warfare
Christopher Blair
Assistant Professor at Princeton University, Department of Politics
Princeton University
Episode: The Strategic Logic of Large Militant Alliance Networks
Joseph Votel
Retired Army General, former commander with experience in CENTCOM and Special Operations
US military
Episode: The Strategic Logic of Large Militant Alliance Networks

Hosts

Ben Jebb
Host of the Irregular Warfare Podcast, involved with discussions regarding irregular warfare topics, military strategies, and historical contexts.
Kyle Atwell
Host of the Irregular Warfare Podcast, focusing on discussions tied to military operations, irregular warfare, and strategic insights.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 748 ratings
  • Vocal fry

    Vocal fry fest :/

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    TabacMan123
    Sweden7 days ago
  • Fascinating

    An exceptional podcast that’s deeply informative. Can’t recommend more highly.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Review1299
    United Statesa month ago
  • Thank you.

    I really enjoy listening to these discussions. Great to hear diverse views on topics, and interpretations of concepts and operations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Natalie Treloar
    Australia5 months ago
  • I lived in China

    2016-21 I lived in China and several of my Chinese colleagues were married to PLA staff officers and they mentioned casually that it’s inevitable that they’ll hit Taiwan and possibly by 2027.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amdyfyn
    United States7 months ago
  • 5min ideas embellished to make 45min podcasts

    This podcast has been a good source of information and ideas concerning irregular warfare, but the last several guests have offered very little concrete practical recommendations and instead fall back on purely academic or theoretical scripts. It’s frustrating because you get 3/4 through a podcast and realize you could have gotten the same points from skimming an article in 5min versus wasting 45min. This is especially evident in the latest episode “plausible deniability and proxies”. Disappoint... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Bloxk
    United Statesa year ago

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Some criticisms include perceptions of political bias and occasionally lacking practical recommendations for military intervention discussions.
Listeners appreciate the expert insights and depth of discussion on irregular warfare topics, often finding the content informative and thought-provoking.
The hosts are described as knowledgeable, with many praising the engaging nature of the conversations and the diversity of guest perspectives.

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#83
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#22
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#70
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#107
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

From Orbit to Objective: Space and the Future of Conflict
Q: What is the most important takeaway for academics studying space and irregular warfare?
Understand the potential of the triad versus its real-world limitations, clarify what type of influence space should enable (deterrence, population influence, or proxies), and avoid overestimating rapid, down-to-the-unit deployment of space expertise; focus on higher-level integration and policymaking.
From Orbit to Objective: Space and the Future of Conflict
Q: What does maneuver warfare in space look like, and how does it fit with terrestrial operations?
Maneuver in space involves intentional, energy-aware positioning of assets to gain tempo and disrupt adversaries, balancing fuel use with satellite lifespans while aligning space actions with ground, air, and maritime campaigns for a coordinated effect.
From Orbit to Objective: Space and the Future of Conflict
Q: How do you coordinate with SOCOM to integrate space-based effects into joint campaigns?
Coordinate via formal liaison elements, joint integrated teams, and ongoing exercises; operations are integrated at the joint level to ensure attackers, defenders, and planners synchronize space, cyber, and soft power effects.
From Orbit to Objective: Space and the Future of Conflict
Q: What is the triad in plain terms, and how does it change modern warfare thinking?
The triad is about Space, Cyber, and SOF integrating to enable joint effects, improve reach and persistence, and complicate adversaries' decision-making, with an emphasis on using space to sustain advantages in contested environments.
Iran, Revolution, and the Logic of Proxy Warfare
Q: Why did Iran come to rely on proxies in the first place, and how did this strategy evolve over time?
Iran adopted proxy networks as a toolbox after losing access to conventional arms following the revolution, using local militias and non-state actors to extend influence, counter opponents, and manage regional conflicts, evolving from local aims to broader regional objectives over time.

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What is Irregular Warfare Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Exploring the multifaceted nature of irregular warfare, this podcast engages listeners with deep discussions on a variety of related topics, including small wars, counterterrorism, and the role of special operations forces. By featuring thought leaders from the military, academia, and policy backgrounds, it presents a nuanced perspective on modern warfare and the lessons learned from historical conflicts. Listeners can expect insightful analyses on contemporary issues such as drone strikes, proxy conflicts, and the evolving tactics employed in conflicts around the globe. This unique blend of expert voices provides an educational platform for those looking to understand the complexities of irregular warfare in today's geopolitical landscape.... more

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1. Eddie Fishman
2. Jack Lew
3. Daleep Singh
4. Dr. James Kiras
5. General Stephen Whiting
6. Arman Mahmoudian
7. Behnam Ben Taleblu
8. Christopher Blair

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