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Our thinking about defence and security is shaped by ideas. What we see depends on our vantage point and the lenses we apply to the world. Governments, military and business leaders are seeking to maximise the value they gain from scarce resources by becoming more ‘strategic’. Standing on the shoulders of the giants of strategy from the past helps us see further and more clearly into the future. T... more

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Can clear Ends exist in a radically uncertain world? Lord Mervyn King explains how to align Ways and Means without them.

Successive national security and defence reviews in recent years have adjusted their language about the nature of the world, mo... more

Dr Fiona Hill, one of the lead reviewers on the UK's 2025 Strategic Defence Review, discusses an expansive approach to defence and security for the modern world.

Dr Hill, who served the first Trump administration as a Russia expert, brings deep ins... more

Often touted as the gold standard in national security strategy making, 1953's Project Solarium was President Eisenhower's way of developing a strategy to counter Soviet expansionism. With frequent current calls for a new Project Solarium, was the or... more

Beatrice and Paul reflect on the lessons for strategy-making and strategy-delivery from their conversations with and about strategic leaders in earlier episodes. Previous sessions of Talking Strategy have explored the activities of great strategic le... more

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Recent Guests

Baron Mervyn King
Former Governor of the Bank of England and economist
Episode: S6E3: Lord Mervyn King: Effective Strategy for Radical Uncertainty
Dr. Fiona Hill
Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution, former Deputy Assistant to the President on the US National Security Council
Brookings Institution
Episode: S6E2: Europe's Security: Squeezed Between Russia and the US?
Professor Walter M. Hudson
Expert on strategy, strategic leadership, and economics, former US Army officer
Eisenhower School for National Security and Resource Strategy
Episode: S6E1: Project Solarium: Dwight D. Eisenhower’s Approach to Strategy Making
Khoi Tu
Consultant and author with a focus on strategy and culture change, and a senior partner at KornFerry.
KornFerry
Episode: S5E20: The Primacy of Culture and Leadership in Strategic Success, with Khoi Tu
Dr. Roel Konijnendijk
Derby Fellow of Ancient History at Lincoln College, Oxford
Lincoln College, Oxford
Episode: S5E19: Thucydides: A Revolution in Strategic Thinking
Bill Johnsen
Formerly Dean of the US Army War College and an expert on military strategy
Episode: S5E18: George C Marshall: Strategic Planning for War and Peace
George C. Marshall
American General associated with the Marshall Plan and Nobel Peace Prize laureate
Episode: S5E18: George C Marshall: Strategic Planning for War and Peace
Professor Lucy Riall
Leading expert on modern Italy and author of 'Garibaldi, Invention of a Hero'
European University Institute, Florence
Episode: S5E17: Giuseppe Garibaldi: ‘The Only Hero the World Needs’
Lynette Mitchell
Professor Emerita in Classics and Ancient History
University of Exeter
Episode: S5E16: Cyrus the Great: Inventing Empire and Universal Monarchy

Hosts

Beatrice Heuser
Co-chair of the series and expert in strategy, she brings extensive academic knowledge and insight into military history and leadership.
Paul O'Neill
Co-host with expertise from the Royal United Services Institute, he engages in meaningful conversations about strategy in defense and security.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 151 ratings
  • Quality Content

    Excellent pods with two top notch moderators, Professor Heuser has written extensively on strategy and gets the most out of a wide range of speakers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    george_51
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Brilliant and accessible

    What a privilege to listen to these conversations so expertly guided by Beatrice Heuser and Paul O’Neill

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leicalily
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Scholarly and enjoyable

    A great pod, genuinely informative and well presented. Far better than the rambling, ambiguous chatter which was the Western Way of War series.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Henry de Grosmont
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Brilliant for Strategic Theorists

    Loved Beatrice’s Evolution pf Strategy. This is an excellent resource that I’ll be using for my latest book!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maxmckeown
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Many commend the engaging conversations led by knowledgeable moderators, highlighting the show's educational value.
Listeners appreciate the deep insights into strategy and historical context provided by the hosts and guests.
The content is frequently described as scholarly yet accessible, making complex concepts understandable to a broader audience.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S6E3: Lord Mervyn King: Effective Strategy for Radical Uncertainty
Q: How do you think we best go about growing and skilling our strategic leaderships?
Strategic leadership should be shaped by experience and not solely dependent on quantitative assessments; it should involve developing narrative-based decision-making.
S6E3: Lord Mervyn King: Effective Strategy for Radical Uncertainty
Q: What is Radical Uncertainty and how is it different to Uncertainty?
Radical Uncertainty refers to a type of uncertainty where known probabilities can't describe the situation, contrasting with Resolvable Uncertainty where outcomes can be quantified.
S6E2: Europe's Security: Squeezed Between Russia and the US?
Q: Could you compare and contrast President Trump's and President Putin's ground strategies?
Dr. Hill suggests that both leaders share similar perspectives on global competition but lack coherent grand strategies; they view the world in terms of influence and power rather than as clearly defined plans.
S6E2: Europe's Security: Squeezed Between Russia and the US?
Q: What does strategy mean for you and are there differences in how the two countries approach this?
Dr. Hill outlines the contrast between academic ideas of strategy and its practical application in policy, noting the United States' confidence in its capabilities compared to the UK's more cautious approach due to limited resources.
S6E1: Project Solarium: Dwight D. Eisenhower’s Approach to Strategy Making
Q: Could you tell us what the three teams looked at, then, please?
Task Force A focused on containment; Task Force B on a line in the sand leading to military buildup; Task Force C on rolling back Soviet successes. Eisenhower aimed for an amalgamation of these strategies.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Talking Strategy

What is Talking Strategy about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on strategy in defense and security, this series aims to enlighten its audience about essential concepts and historical thinkers in the field. Through discussions led by seasoned hosts, the episodes address the complexities of leadership across various contexts, particularly in military and business environments. Topics like cultural influences on strategic thinking, leadership dynamics, and historical military figures provide a rich tapestry of insights that are not only educational but also applicable to contemporary challenges. The series attracts those eager to deepen their understanding of strategic theory and practice, fostering a community of leaders, practitioners, and scholars. Unique to this series is its commitment to ex... more

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