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War & Conflict with Preston Stewart

Preston Stewart
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Glad you're here! I'm Preston, and I break down war, conflict, and geopolitics to make it easier for people to understand. I'm a former U.S. Army officer and West Point graduate with a degree in International Relations, and I've served as an officer in the 101st Airborne Division, the Texas National Guard, and the U.S. Army Reserve in Tennessee. Hope this podcast helps make sense of things going o... more

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Preston Stewart
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Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Great analysis

    Solid analysis but the ads can be a bit much. Needs better editing around that

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    4
    Killerwallabe
    United States9 months ago
  • Highly recommend🙏🏼

    I really enjoy listening to Preston for the topics that he reports on and discusses. I appreciate the depth and context that he offers when talking about current events regarding foreign affairs, military, and national security. He offers a great analysis, especially given his background. He presents the facts and is pretty straight to the point. Major respect for the work he’s doing. 10/10 recommend!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    elliegwilson
    United States10 months ago
  • The best

    Preston is the Walter Cronkite of our time. If you want to be updated on geopolitics/war/nat sec this is one of the shows you need in your rotation

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    deetakos
    United States10 months ago

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Why the US Suddenly Shifted on Iran
Q: What happened here in the last few weeks that changed the momentum of policy toward Iran?
The guest explains that after early success against Iran, including strikes and regional destabilization efforts, the U.S. believed military power could rapidly shape outcomes, but Iran retained leverage through strategic incentives and the broader war dynamics, leading to a ceasefire framework that prioritizes reopening shipping lanes while delaying deeper nuclear concessions.
Iran's Wartime Strategy: Survive and Entrench
Q: Does their perception match reality?
Their public narrative may exaggerate success, but privately they are methodically pursuing concessions and sustaining pressure through signature issues like the economy and sanctions relief, suggesting a nuanced view of leverage that blends genuine strength with strategic restraint.
Iran's Wartime Strategy: Survive and Entrench
Q: Does Iran think that they have the upper hand in these negotiations?
They appear to project confidence in public messaging while simultaneously leveraging private, covert negotiations; they understand their strategic position from control of key assets like Hormuz and financial channels, and they pursue a mix of hard bargaining and preserving face to maintain leverage.
First Things First: Force Open Hormuz Strait
Q: If you were advising the administration, would you push toward militarily re-opening the Strait or seek a negotiated settlement first?
I would argue for a calibrated mix: use diplomatic avenues to the extent possible, but keep military options credible and alternative paths in play to avoid strategic paralysis; the Strait reopening could be a decisive factor in shaping negotiations without foreclosing peaceful options.
First Things First: Force Open Hormuz Strait
Q: So I wanted to start out with the statements that we get from the government—how much weight do you put in those, as you're weighing what's happening?
I treat them with cautious skepticism but also recognize that there is some meaningful signal in the statements; the president has a history of bold rhetoric paired with real actions, so I watch for consistency and whether the talk translates into verifiable steps, especially given Iran's strategic leverage over Hormuz.

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What is War & Conflict about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show offers rigorous, expert-focused analysis of geopolitics, international security, and contemporary conflicts, with a strong emphasis on real-time events, military strategy, and global power dynamics. Episodes frequently explore warfighting tech, drone warfare, maritime security, and regional flashpoints in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, often featuring practitioners, policymakers, and industry leaders who provide on-the-ground or tech-enabled perspectives. Noteworthy aspects include a steady flow of data-driven insights, map-based updates, fundraising milestones for frontline units, and a clear willingness to challenge official narratives with technical analysis. Potential listeners who want concise, informed context on curren... more

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