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The NIDS View is meant to give listeners inside access to the thoughts and ideas of the member-practitioners of NIDS including our Fellows, Analysts, and Interns. For each episode we pick a current deterrence topic and have a cordial, exciting and sometimes funny discussion. Each episode is a stand-alone topical and is expected to increase awareness of deterrence thinking, expand the next generati... more

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In this episode of The NIDS View, Jim returns to join Curtis as they explore China’s ongoing nuclear buildup, including newly identified octagonal facilities and 80 launch pads near the Hami missile fields. The conversation explores what these develo... more

Curtis and Kirk Fansher provide a May 2026 deterrence news roundup on developments shaping strategic stability. They discuss Russia's nuclear exercises in Belarus, its successful SARMAT ICBM test, and its third ORESHNIK missile attack on Kyiv. They a... more

What does the future of NATO look like in an era of evolving threats and shifting alliances?

In this episode, NIDS Senior Fellow, Kirk Fansher joins Curtis to review and assess Hans Petter Midttun's proposed CALM (Coalition of Like Minds) concept to... more

In this episode of The NIDS View, guest host Kirk Fansher joins Curtis for a timely discussion on Turkey’s emerging intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) capability and what it signals for future regional and global security. As Turkey advances i... more

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Recent Guests

Jim Petrosky
On assignment guest expert
National Institute for Deterrent Studies
Episode: 176 - Turkey’s ICBM Ambitions: A New Strategic Reality?
Carl Rhodes
Senior fellow and lead for Deterrence Down Under, expert on air power, missiles, and Indo-Pacific deterrence
National Institute for Deterrence Studies
Episode: 171- Redefining Deterrence: Air Power, Drones, and Missile Defense in the Indo‑Pacific
Chris Stone
Senior Fellow at NIDS, space warfare and missile expert
National Institute for Deterrence Studies
Episode: 163 - The Arctic Front: Greenland’s Role in U.S. Deterrence and Missile Defense
Joe Bozeman
Assistant professor at the Georgia Institute of Technology specializing in civil and environmental engineering and public policy
Georgia Institute of Technology
Episode: 162 - The Hidden Cost of Clean Energy: Lithium, Mining, and the Future of EVs with Dr Joe Bozeman
Rob Maness
Senior fellow with extensive experience in national security and military leadership, and host of his own podcast.
National Institute for Deterrence Studies
Episode: 160 - Strength, Sovereignty, and Strategy: A Conversation with Rob Maness
Dr. Joe Bozeman
Environmental engineer and faculty member at Georgia Tech School of Public Policy
Georgia Tech
Episode: 151 - Sustainable Power: A Collective Approach to Resilience and Productivity
Dr. Shamaun Holston
Retired Army Lieutenant Colonel with extensive experience in nuclear engineering and deterrence strategy
Episode: 145 - Navigating Careers in National Security with Dr. Shamaun Holston
Dr. Brandon Toliver
Recent NIDS Senior Fellow and Vice President of Facilities and Construction at Tuskegee University.
Tuskegee University
Episode: 144 - Space, Security, and the Future of U.S. Space Leadership
Chris Stewart
Former member of Congress representing Utah and national security advocate
Episode: 143 - Government Shutdowns and National Security with Former Congressman Chris Stewart

Hosts

Curtis McGiffen
Host and co-founder of The NIDS View; Vice President for Education and co-founder, National Institute for Deterrent Studies
Jim Petrosky
Host and president of the National Institute for Deterrence Studies; co-founder

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
  • Discussions sometimes devolve into ideological rants.

    Came here for insightful and technical discussions of nuclear weapons and the importance of deterrence, but got rants about the evils of basic social assistance programs.

    Apple Podcasts
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    denverzephyrs
    United Statesa year ago

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Content is consistently focused on deterrence theory and policy, with practical implications for practitioners.
Guests occasionally vary in depth; expertise is strong but pacing can be uneven.
Some episodes feel overly ideological instead of technical, which can be off‑putting for listeners seeking rigorous analysis.

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174 - “Hope Is Not a Strategy”: Facing the Reality of the Iran Conflict
Q: What are your thoughts on that intro there, Jim?
We are dealing with a long-running, evolving conflict where deterrence and calculated actions matter more than quick, flashy moves; we need to be deliberate, and acknowledge the limits of what any single strike can accomplish without sustaining long-term commitment.
163 - The Arctic Front: Greenland’s Role in U.S. Deterrence and Missile Defense
Q: What should we be looking for in the news?
We need to watch for the strategic and political aspects involving U.S. and Denmark relations regarding Greenland's control and the hypersonic threat.
150 - Regional Security Under Pressure: Japan, Taiwan, and the Future of Deterrence
Q: Why has deterrence seemingly failed over the last couple of decades?
The conversation reveals that strategic ambiguity has not worked, with China growing more aggressive, leading to discussions about revising diplomatic strategies.
143 - Government Shutdowns and National Security with Former Congressman Chris Stewart
Q: How do shutdowns influence relations with our allies?
It reduces trust and complicates inter-agency cooperation, interrupting important agreements and partnerships.
143 - Government Shutdowns and National Security with Former Congressman Chris Stewart
Q: What does a government shutdown mean for our security posture?
Shutdowns create vulnerabilities that our adversaries might exploit, weakening global faith in U.S. leadership.

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A thought-provoking, policy-focused series analyzing deterrence across domains. Episodes frequently examine alliance dynamics, nuclear strategy, missile defense, and energy security, often weaving in historical context, game-theory framing, and practical implications for policymakers, military professionals, and industry audiences. The format typically features two regular hosts and occasional guests who provide technical depth, regional insights, and real-world scenarios, resulting in a rigorous, data-driven discussion with occasional light banter. Noteworthy is the consistent emphasis on multi-domain deterrence, alliance burden-sharing, and the interplay between technology, policy, and strategy, which can be especially valuable for listen... more

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