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Irregular Warfare Podcast

Irregular Warfare Initiative
Hamas
Disarmament, Demobilization, and Reintegration
Terrorism
Russia
Ukraine
Special Operations Forces
Irregular Warfare
Israel
China
Cold War
Iran
National Defense Strategy
Middle East
Afghanistan
Proxy Warfare
Counterterrorism Strategy
Stay Behind Operations
Interagency Cooperation
United Kingdom
Cod Wars

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 144 of the Irregular Warfare Podcast continues the Future of War series with a sharp focus on strategic sabotage, indirect action, and deterrence below the threshold of armed conflict. The episode centers on “Special Delivery,” a near-future ... more

Episode 143 examines what enables certain guerrilla and insurgent forces to develop genuine military effectiveness on the battlefield.

Our guests discuss why ideological cohesion, social ties, and material resources alone are insufficient for insurg... more

Episode 142 of the Irregular Warfare Podcast features Dr. Jonathan Schroden, Mick Crnkovich, and Dave Maxwell for a deep dive into the Pentagon’s new irregular warfare policy instruction—DoD Instruction 3000.07—and what it signals about how the U.S. ... more

Episode 141 examines what the role of resistance operations are in the context of the broader war in Ukraine. Our guests begin by discussing whether resistance in occupied Ukraine has been effective. They argue that “Random Acts of Resistance” are no... more

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Recent Guests

Mark Schafer
Rear Admiral and Commander of Special Operations Command South
U.S. Special Operations Command
Episode: The Future of War Part III: Strategic Sabotage in an Era of Great-Power
Stan McChrystal
Retired US Army four-star general, former commander of the Joint Special Operations Command and the International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan.
McChrystal Group
Episode: What Determines Success in Guerrilla Warfare?
Alec Worsnop
Assistant professor at the University of Maryland School of Public Policy and non-resident fellow at the Modern War Institute at West Point.
University of Maryland
Episode: What Determines Success in Guerrilla Warfare?
Lieutenant General Andy Rohling
A senior military leader with experience in NATO and the US Army Europe
NATO, United States Army Europe
Episode: Is Resistance Working in Ukraine?
Major Jon Armstrong
An active duty British officer and author focused on resistance in Ukraine
Irregular Warfare Initiative
Episode: Is Resistance Working in Ukraine?
Dr. John Stockton
Co-founder of Quantifind.
Quantifind
Episode: South America in Competition Conference: Bonus Episode 2
Catherine Woods
Representative from the Institute for Financial Integrity.
Institute for Financial Integrity
Episode: South America in Competition Conference: Bonus Episode 2
Phil Fuster
Vice President of the Public Sector at SpyCloud.
SpyCloud
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Dr. Ryan Berg
Director of the Americas Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies.
Center for Strategic and International Studies
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Host

Ben Jeb
Host of the Irregular Warfare Podcast, who engages with a variety of experts on key topics within the realm of irregular warfare.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 732 ratings
  • 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.

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    5
    Amdyfyn
    United States4 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

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    2
    Bloxk
    United States9 months ago
  • Care change?!!!

    Overall sed yo love this podcast but after this climate change episode I’m done!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Amdyfyn
    United Statesa year ago
  • Ugh.

    There is a lack of coverage on the subject and this show helps fill that gap. Unfortunately, the hosts’ aren’t great speakers and their equipment makes it difficult to listen for a whole podcast.

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    2
    DanielBarnes22
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great and Informative

    And most importantly, accurate! Speculation is a huge aspect of irregular warfare but from everything I’ve seen with my own 2 eyes, these talks are the highest quality of information you will come across. Find any subject in here and have a listen. You won’t be disappointed

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gfccjciclclclc
    United Statesa year ago

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Informative and insightful discussions led by knowledgeable hosts and experts in the field.
Some episodes are criticized for lacking practical applications, with a desire for more actionable insights.
A valuable source for military professionals and those interested in irregular warfare dynamics.
The panel's depth of expertise provides a blend of theory and real world implications.
The production quality is noted to be inconsistent, impacting listener experience.

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The Future of War Part III: Strategic Sabotage in an Era of Great-Power
Q: August, why did you choose sabotage and non-traditional capabilities for your narrative?
This approach highlights the importance of local partnerships and the effectiveness of non-kinetic operations, which may be more impactful than traditional combat skills.
The Future of War Part III: Strategic Sabotage in an Era of Great-Power
Q: Mark, could you explain your role at Special Operations Command South and provide our audience with a summary of what your command does?
I am the Special Operations Component to US Southern Command, responsible for designing and commanding special operations through the theater.
What Determines Success in Guerrilla Warfare?
Q: What is the key takeaway you would like the community to learn in this field?
The professionalization of the insurgents and counterinsurgents is crucial and starts at the policy level, requiring comprehensive preparation and training.
What Determines Success in Guerrilla Warfare?
Q: What motivated you to focus so much time on this topic?
My broader research focuses on understanding how and why some organizations have the military capability to implement guerrilla strategies effectively, as opposed to simply relying on ideology or resources.
Is Resistance Working in Ukraine?
Q: What are the implications for practitioners and policymakers?
It requires a long-term acknowledgment of the utility of resistance structures and education for military operators about their integration into conventional planning.

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2. Stan McChrystal
3. Alec Worsnop
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6. Dr. John Stockton
7. Catherine Woods
8. Phil Fuster

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