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The National Security Hour

Military and Intel Experts
China
National Security
United States
Iran
Israel
Russia
Trump Administration
Ukraine
Donald Trump
Chinese Communist Party
Marine Corps
U.S. National Security
Taiwan
Middle East
Artificial Intelligence
Covid-19
Human Trafficking
South Korea
Afghanistan
Venezuela

America Out Loud Network © – The National Security Hour features intelligence analysts and military experts presenting the tough conversations and hard-nosed reality checks that the American people need to hear in order to fully understand the true picture of the evolving status of U.S. national security.

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The National Security Hour with Blanquita Cullum – Sadly, violence is used as humor. Film heroes are depicted as violent offenders. Art imitating life—such as alleged assassin, Luigi Mangione, developing a fan base. Tragically, more life-threatening ... more

The National Security Hour with Col. Mike and Dr. Mike – Virginia’s redistricting fight intensifies as Governor Abigail Spanberger pushes a controversial referendum now challenged before the state supreme court. Critics argue the new maps undermine f... more

The National Security Hour with LTC Sargis Sangari – Revolutions are not spontaneous fireworks. They need money and elite buy-in. The 1979 uprising succeeded because merchants, clergy, and parts of the elite aligned. Recent protests showed the same t... more

The National Security Hour with Major Fred Galvin – When that flow is threatened, the consequences are immediate—energy prices spike, markets react, and economies around the globe feel the shock. Iran understands this. And increasingly, analysts warn... more

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Recent Guests

Gary Vogler
Former official with the Coalition Provisional Authority
Coalition Provisional Authority
Episode: Israel pushed US to war in Iraq for cheap oil. Are they doing it again in Iran?
Joe Kent
Retired U.S. Army officer; former Director of Counterterrorism Center; Green Beret; Intelligence specialist
Former U.S. government security and counterterrorism roles
Episode: Middle East update: War, oil, and the fight for the narrative
Sam Faddis
CIA operations officer with Middle East experience
Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)
Episode: America is repeating the Iraq mistake in Iran
Kieran Andrew
Doctor of political economy, British-based political commentator
Independent commentator (UK)
Episode: The Iran War is exposing the cracks in America’s Middle East strategy
Art Harmon
President of the Coalition to Save Man's Space Exploration; former legislative director in Congress
Coalition to Save Man's Space Exploration
Episode: Moonrise: The dawn of a new space age begins
Kara Lepardo
CEO of We The Studios, previously worked in commercial casting
We The Studios
Episode: What is the biggest threat to our civilization?
Dr. Mark Evans
Musical PhD and author
Mark My Words
Episode: What is the biggest threat to our civilization?
Jeff O'Donnell
Software and database expert with extensive experience in election data analysis.
Episode: Rigged Elections: How to restore faith in the US electoral system
Ron Reese
Director of Technical Analysis and Special Projects for the Near East Center for Strategic Engagement
Near East Center for Strategic Engagement
Episode: Trump’s burden: Navigating global recession risks

Hosts

Fred Galvin
Host with affiliations to America Out Loud Network; frequent focus on military discipline, civilian-military relations, and strategic policy.
Brandon Weichert
Host focusing on geopolitical analysis and U.S. foreign policy; often discusses security strategy and national power.
Blanquita Cullum
Co-hosts and guests with expertise in national security and constitutional questions; provides cultural and political commentary.
Colonel Mike
Co-host with military background; focuses on cybersecurity, national defense, and military ethics.
Dr. Mike Kertelmeyer
Co-hosts with academic and professional insights on security and policy matters.

Reviews

3.7 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
  • Not really that great

    Was expecting some expert style analysis of what is happening around the world as it pertains to national security. What I hear is more hate of an administration and/or his cabinet.

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    1
    Auie007
    United States2 months ago
  • Excellent geo-political analysis and information

    I really enjoy the shows analysis and projections. However, the anti-Israel sentiment of Colonel Mike and Dr. Mike is unbearable.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Sgt Alan
    United States2 months ago
  • Twists a lot of the truth

    A lot of factual information- but also a lot of propaganda being pushed with this podcast.

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    2
    duscraa
    United States10 months ago
  • Excellent in-depth political analysis and information

    My daughter works in the intelligence field for the military. Part of her job is to follow global open source news. She was impressed with the information that I was aware of. This is a credit to the information and knowledge your hosts, guests, and the other non-mainstream media sources that are available. Keep up the outstanding work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sgt Alan
    United States2 years ago
  • Right wing propagandists

    Dangerous conspiracy theories that misinform the public by blaming an “evil cabal” instead of explaining how corporate interests use donations to influence government to the detriment of the nation’s people.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    witnessofadictatorship
    Australia2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some listeners perceive biased or propagandistic framing from certain hosts.
The show delivers blunt, data-driven national security analysis.
Guests bring credible credentials but opinions can be polarizing depending on topic.
Episodes are thought-provoking for decision-makers but may not appeal to those seeking neutral coverage.
Listeners praise deep dives by veterans and policy experts, while critics call out perceived ideological slant.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Moonrise: The dawn of a new space age begins
Q: Why did the Moon mission see repeated delays, and what political factors have influenced funding and momentum?
The host and guest discuss bureaucratic inertia, funding shortfalls, and shifts across administrations—from Bush to Obama to Trump to Biden—concluding that political priorities and budget allocations have significantly shaped the pace of the Moon program.
Moonrise: The dawn of a new space age begins
Q: What background can you share about the cosmonauts/astronauts heading to the Moon and who they are?
Art Harmon explains the crew composition, noting three Americans (Commander Reed Weissman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch) and a Canadian (Jeremy Hansen), with the plan involving Artemis and international participation, while stressing their extensive training and readiness.
America is repeating the Iraq mistake in Iran
Q: How do you assess the comparison between the Iraq War and the current Iran situation, and what are the lessons learned?
The guest argues that the Iraq experience shows the danger of overreaching, misreading local dynamics, and the pitfalls of relying on optimistic timelines, advocating for more grounded, limited objectives and better intelligence control.
Trump’s burden: Navigating global recession risks
Q: Did Trump use any leverage with Turkey and the Muslim Brotherhood to bring people to the negotiating table for peace?
Yes, there's belief that through economic incentives and tariffs, Trump is applying pressure that necessitates negotiations.
Trump’s burden: Navigating global recession risks
Q: Can he use the government shutdown to cut certain positions and reduce dependency on government spending?
Yes, it's suggested that the government shutdown gives an opportunity to slash unnecessary jobs from the payroll.

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What is The National Security Hour about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on national security, geopolitics, and military affairs, featuring analysts and veterans who dissect U.S. defense policy, foreign interference, and global risk factors. Episodes often blend rigorous discussion of military discipline, constitutional authority, and election integrity with broader debates about civilization, culture, and media influence. A notable strength is bringing together seasoned veterans, academic voices, and media critics to provide blunt, data-informed perspectives on hard national security questions. Its guests frequently come from military, intelligence, or policy backgrounds, and the conversations tend to emphasize U.S. power, strategic competition, and the tension between civilian authority and se... more

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2. Joe Kent
3. Sam Faddis
4. Kieran Andrew
5. Art Harmon
6. Kara Lepardo
7. Dr. Mark Evans
8. Jeff O'Donnell

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