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The Burn Bag Podcast

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Pakistan
Domestic Terrorism
Counterterrorism
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White Supremacism
Military
Imran Khan
Nawaz Sharif
Kenya
Haitian National Police
Port-Au-Prince
Ariel Henry
Jovenel Moïse
Brookings
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CARICOM
Haiti
Taiwan
Louis Beam

We’re here to redefine how scholars and policymakers approach national security and foreign policy. Join us, as we make sense of a world in crisis.

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In the second installment of The Nuclear Threshold mini-series, we turn from missile defense to the human side of nuclear risk — the people, protocols, and split-second judgments that determine whether nuclear weapons are ever used. While deterrence ... more

The Nuclear Threshold is a three-part Burn Bag mini-series exploring how deterrence, defense, and diplomacy shape nuclear risk in the 21st century. Across three conversations with leading experts, we examine why technological optimism often outpaces ... more

As the fragile Gaza ceasefire wavers amid renewed airstrikes and mutual accusations of violations, President Donald Trump insists that “nothing will jeopardize” the truce his administration brokered with Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey. Yet the violence on ... more

RE-RELEASE: This episode was originally released in February 2025.

In this episode, Dr. Anthony Fauci joins A'ndre for an in-depth conversation about his decades-long career in public health and his experiences leading the U.S. response to some of t... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Steve Fetter
Physicist and long-time professor at the University of Maryland; a former assistant director at the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy.
University of Maryland
Episode: The Nuclear Threshold: Who Really Decides on Nuclear Launch? featuring Dr. Steve Fetter
Dr. Laura Grego
Astrophysicist and research director
Union of Concerned Scientists
Episode: The Nuclear Threshold: Will Missile Defense Systems Really Save Us? featuring Dr. Laura Grego
Dennis Ross
One of America's most experienced Middle East negotiators and a former senior advisor to Presidents George HW. Bush, Bill Clinton, and Barack Obama.
Episode: The Gaza Ceasefire: Amb. Dennis Ross on Trump's Middle East Diplomacy, Israel, and Hamas
Dr. Anthony Fauci
American immunologist who served as Director of the NIAID and has had a significant influence on public health.
Georgetown University, former Director of the NIAID
Episode: Best of: Dr. Anthony Fauci on Pandemics, Public Health, and a Lifetime in Public Service
Dr. Robert Pape
A leading expert on political violence and the director of the Chicago Project on Security and Threats.
University of Chicago
Episode: Violent Populism: Robert Pape on Charlie Kirk's Assassination and the Rise of Political Violence
John McLaughlin
Former Acting Director and Deputy Director of the CIA
Johns Hopkins SAIS
Episode: Fmr. Acting CIA Director John McLaughlin on Intelligence, Tradecraft, and Global Security in the Trump Era
Nicholas Burns
Former US Ambassador to China and seasoned diplomat
Episode: The Beijing Brief: Ambassador Nicholas Burns on Trump, Tariffs, and China's Playbook
Jim Hake
Founder of Spirit of America
Spirit of America
Episode: Civilian Power: Why "Spirit of America" is a Non-Profit with a DoD Partnership, feat. Jim Hake, Founder of Spirit of America
Alexander Vindman
Retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel and former Director for European Affairs on the National Security Council
Foreign Policy Institute at Johns Hopkins
Episode: The Trump-Putin Summit: Alexander Vindman on Ukraine After Alaska and Improvised Diplomacy

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A'ndre Gonawela
Host of The Burn Bag Podcast

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 66 ratings
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    Podcast Addict
    5
    DaniDani
    3 years ago
  • Very good

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Dani
    3 years ago
  • Best Foreign Affairs and Defense Podcast

    Best podcast out there for everything foreign affairs and defense!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bellinsonboy
    United States4 years ago
  • Great podcast

    The conversation with George Will is fantastic. Consider having Christopher Ford on the pod

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Classicrocklover238
    United States4 years ago
  • It seeves no public good to mis-state the actions and statements of our elected officials. This podcast throws sand in the air to obscure political movement, and is part of the problem.

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    OhioOldGuy
    4 years ago

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The Nuclear Threshold: Will Missile Defense Systems Really Save Us? featuring Dr. Laura Grego
Q: What makes the promise of missile defense systems so difficult to achieve?
Historically, missile defense systems have been more about promises than delivery due to technical challenges and political motivations.
The Gaza Ceasefire: Amb. Dennis Ross on Trump's Middle East Diplomacy, Israel, and Hamas
Q: What are the early signs to watch for regarding the durability of the ceasefire?
The establishment of the Board of Peace and the International Stabilization Force is critical.
The Gaza Ceasefire: Amb. Dennis Ross on Trump's Middle East Diplomacy, Israel, and Hamas
Q: How does the domestic politics of Israel contribute to the dynamic with Netanyahu?
Netanyahu relies heavily on his political base and has faced significant divisions within Israeli society.
Violent Populism: Robert Pape on Charlie Kirk's Assassination and the Rise of Political Violence
Q: Can you walk us through why demographic transformation is such a strong driver?
Dr. Pape explains that the shift from a white majority to a white minority democracy is radicalizing politics, as those on both sides react to this change.
Violent Populism: Robert Pape on Charlie Kirk's Assassination and the Rise of Political Violence
Q: What actually defines this era? How is it different from past eras of political violence in the United States?
Dr. Pape outlines three elements: high political violence on both sides, rising public support for political violence, and significant demographic changes.

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Focused on redefining national security and foreign policy, the episodes typically feature in-depth conversations with experts, government officials, and scholars about pressing global issues. Frequent topics include U.S. relations with other countries, intelligence assessments, and the dynamics of power, particularly concerning Russia, China, and the Middle East. The podcast also examines the intersection of humanitarian concerns with security strategies, encouraging a broader perspective on how common citizens can be involved in national security matters.

Noteworthily, the discussions often challenge conventional views, pushing for innovative solutions to complex geopolitical challenges. By addressing both the historical context and curr... more

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2. Dr. Laura Grego
3. Dennis Ross
4. Dr. Anthony Fauci
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6. John McLaughlin
7. Nicholas Burns
8. Jim Hake

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