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| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 810 | Founded | 15 years ago |
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In Operation Condor: The Pact That Terrorized a Continent (Storia, 2025), Francesca Lessa uncovers the shadowy machinery behind one of the most chilling transnational terror campaigns of the twentieth century. What began as a secret pact among South ... more
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A previous reviewer criticized the “left-leaning” direction of some of the authors’ texts. Some of them are very left-leaning and do not at first come under the “traditional" topic of “National Security” - strategy, geopolitics, military history, arms and arms control, nuclear weapons, etc. written by practitioners in the discipline.
The left leaning works are more “holistic” in nature and do not usually fit within the previously defined constructs of National Security. They are usually authore... more
I listened to five podcasts all were mislabeled. Three were actually introduced as "Latino Studies" , another dealt with a High Scholl course in NY which tought police work to kids ( veridct was of course "bad" ). What all podcats had in common was a regressive left narrative and how the hard left deals with and aproaches police related matter. If you are a National Security professional, you will not recognize yourself as this is never talked about. Looks like Marxist academics took over the po... more
Really enjoy this podcast. I like that both scholars and practitioners are interviewed for their insights.
This is a informative and fascinating podcast. I highly recommend it.
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A scholarly interview series centered on recent books and research in security studies, international relations, intelligence, and military history. Episodes typically feature high-level academics or practitioners discussing published works, archival findings, and theoretical approaches, with a focus on how historical events, statecraft, and policy intersect with contemporary security challenges. Expect rigorous debates, case studies, and methodological insights, often anchored by archival material, cross-regional perspectives, and implications for policy and industry. A standout strength is the blend of deep scholarship with practical applications for policymakers, defense planners, and strategic leaders, making it particularly valuable fo... more
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