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Things That Go Boom

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Feminist Foreign Policy
Sweden
Feminism
Nuclear War
Gender Equality
Mexico
The War Horse
Vietnam War
Femicide
Cuban Missile Crisis
USS Pueblo
Ukraine
International Women's Day
Bill Glose
Poetry
DEFCON 2
Clark Air Force Base
January 6th
Husby
NATO

Stories about the ins, outs, and whathaveyous of what keeps us safe. Hosted by Laicie Heeley.

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As violence continues in Gaza, a new strategy inside the Palestine solidarity movement is taking shape — one aimed not at city streets or college campuses, but at the arteries of the global economy.

Around the world, dockworkers have refused to unlo... more

For a century, the weapons industry has helped shape St. Louis — from the McDonnell Douglas fighters that once symbolized American air power to Boeing’s sprawling factories today. But when thousands of machinists walked off the job this year, somethi... more

San Diego’s Barrio Logan is a place defined by both proximity and resistance — pressed against naval shipyards, fenced in by freeways, and crowned by the Coronado Bridge. For decades, the community has lived with the noise, the pollution, and the pro... more

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Dr. Alberto López Pulido
Professor of ethnic studies at the University of San Diego
University of San Diego
Episode: Under the Bridge, Over the Line
Ramón Fino
Vietnam War veteran and community member of Barrio Logan
Episode: Under the Bridge, Over the Line
Angel Garcia
Commander of Barrio Logan's Veterans of Foreign Wars Post
Don Diego VFW
Episode: Under the Bridge, Over the Line
Joseph Howley
Associate Professor of Classics at Columbia University
Columbia University
Episode: MAGA, Mahmoud Khalil, and the War for Free Speech on Campus
Chris Mathias
Journalist covering extremism
HuffPost
Episode: MAGA, Mahmoud Khalil, and the War for Free Speech on Campus
Diala Shamas
Lawyer with the Center for Constitutional Rights
Center for Constitutional Rights
Episode: MAGA, Mahmoud Khalil, and the War for Free Speech on Campus
Frank Grosspietsch
International consultant on ghost guns
Episode: Hit Print for War
Rebel Lion
Resistance fighter in Myanmar
Episode: Hit Print for War
Amy Cooter
Research Director at the Accelerationism Research Consortium and expert on the U.S. militia movement
Accelerationism Research Consortium
Episode: The Militias Next Door

Host

Laicie Heeley
Host of discussions that critically analyze military influence on society, focusing on national security and social issues.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 426 ratings
  • Boo

    Booo

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Do it for sigma robin
    United Statesa year ago
  • Divisive

    Used as a platform to promote social and racial justice, with strong political bias, particularly against former President Trump. Typical white, privileged, liberal woman. There’s nothing here for me.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Umm yeah no thx
    United Statesa year ago
  • CIA

    NATO lovers/spook suckers

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Hezballer$$$
    United Statesa year ago
  • Salut

    Je suis un chat 🐈‍⬛

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Good morning podcast
    United States2 years ago
  • Much gratitude!

    Super grateful for all the clarity and creativity of this podcast. As a long-ago student of international relations, this one of my favorite national security podcasts. Laicie & team - thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Much Gratitude 🧜🏼‍♀️
    United States2 years ago

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Strong critiques of military presence in society, resonating with listeners who value social justice and transparency.
Engaging content that provokes thought and encourages critical discussions about national security.
Mix of positive and negative feedback with some finding it politically charged and others appreciating its depth and approach.

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Fika and Feminism: Part 2
Q: Well, I mean, haha. Sweden does no longer have a feminist foreign policy.
Sweden's change in NATO stance is connected to its former feminist policy efforts.
Fika and Feminism: Part 2
Q: Is a feminist foreign policy compatible with NATO membership?
Annick indicates that it could be, but currently, it is not.

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The content features in-depth explorations of various aspects surrounding national security and military influence on society, often highlighting the connections between local communities and global events. Topics frequently discussed include military logistics, the impact of defense contracts on local economies, social justice movements related to military presence, and the implications of technological advancements in warfare. The podcast stands out by blending expert interviews, personal narratives, and critical analysis, thereby engaging listeners on complex issues that often intersect culture, politics, and personal experiences with militarization. It also touches on contemporary movements and historical contexts, offering a nuanced pe... more

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4. Joseph Howley
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