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Underground Strategy

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Welcome to Underground Strategy

Where military tactics, leadership, and real-world strategies meet a whole lot of banter. Hosted by Max Lauker (ex-Swedish Special Operations, Intelligence, and Private Security) and Tony Garcia (ex-SANDF with extensive field experience and academic insight), we break down the latest in military strategy while keeping things real, candid, and fun.

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In this episode, we’re joined by John Gordon Sennett, a U.S. Marine veteran, writer, and co-author of Accidental Ukrainians, a personal chronicle of war, survival, and adaptation from inside Ukraine.

John and his wife Natasha Sennett moved to Kiev j... more

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In this episode, we’re joined again by Lieutenant Colonel Dr. Jean-Pierre Scherman of the South African National Defence Force—a returning guest with deep operational experience and a sharp eye for military history. This time, we turn to Operation Bo... more

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This week on the Underground Strategy Podcast, Max Lauker continues the conversation with Andy Balaam, former Selous Scout and veteran of some of the Bush War’s most daring missions.

In Part 2, Balaam walks us through the attack on Nyadzonya itself ... more

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This week on the Underground Strategy Podcast, Max Lauker is joined once again by Andy Balaam, former Selous Scout and veteran of some of the Bush War’s most daring missions.

After walking us through Operation Long John, Balaam now turns to Operatio... more

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Andrew Balaam
Military veteran and author
Author of Bush War Operator and Scusapo
Episode: Operation Eland with Andy Balaam – Part 2
Andy Balaam
Former Selous scout with firsthand experience in military operations.
Episode: Operation Eland with Andy Balaam – Part 1
Professor Tarak Barkawi
An international relations scholar and historian specializing in war and conflict.
Episode: Why Soldiers Fight: History, Power, and the Ritual of War
Lieutenant Colonel Dr. JP. Scherman
A distinguished soldier and officer of the SANDF
SANDF
Episode: Tobruk & Beyond: South Africa’s Desert War
Gordon Barclay
Defense researcher and author focused on Scotland's wartime architecture and strategies.
Episode: Fortress Britain 3 with Gordon Barclay
Takawira Chatambudza
A former freedom fighter and PhD candidate researching the liberation war of Zimbabwe.
University of Kaugari
Episode: Zimbabwe’s Liberation with Takawira Chatambudza
Bruce Mann
Senior Historic Environment Officer with Aberdeenshire Council
Aberdeenshire Council
Episode: Fortress Britain 2: Battlefield Archaeology
Roman Kuzyuk
First Deputy CEO of Viysktorgservice, author of 'The Ultimate Beneficiary', and a blue belt in judo.
Viysktorgservice
Episode: Inside Ukraine: Roman Kuzyuk - Inside the Wire
Ben Zweibelson
Seasoned soldier and theorist, and author of 'Reconceptualizing War'
Episode: UGS x Ben Zweibelson: Reconceptualizing War – Part 1

Hosts

Max Lauker
Host with extensive experience in military operations, strategy, and private security.
Tony Garcia
Co-host with extensive field experience in the military and academic insights.

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Inside Ukraine: Accidental Ukrainians
Q: What next? Will there be a third volume, more advocacy work?
John discusses plans for a four-book deal covering each year of the war, his work with Jatomir Polytechnic on mental health, and narrative processing programs for veterans and civilians affected by the war.
Inside Ukraine: Accidental Ukrainians
Q: Can you tell us just in your words why this advocacy work has been so important?
John emphasizes the mistreatment of prisoners of war and the importance of personalizing their stories to advocate for humane treatment and understanding of their situations.
Inside Ukraine: Accidental Ukrainians
Q: You shared a little bit about the chronicling, but could you share how that project came about?
John mentions that his writing began as a personal reflection during the war which also helped alleviate his PTSD symptoms, leading to collaboration with his wife on "Accidental Ukrainians."
Inside Ukraine: Accidental Ukrainians
Q: Can you give us a bit of a flavor of that journey and what your services look like thus far?
John describes how he started volunteering and writing about his experiences, contributing to Ukrainian PR efforts and documenting his life and observations throughout the conflict.
Inside Ukraine: Accidental Ukrainians
Q: Can you tell us how you came to be in Ukraine during the full-scale invasion?
John and Natasha moved to Ukraine in 2020, eventually deciding to stay there as the Russian invasion began, due to personal and familial ties and complications with traveling back to Belarus.

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This show provides in-depth discussions on military tactics, strategy, and leadership, often featuring expert insights from military veterans and scholars. The unique blend of real-life experience and academic knowledge allows for a candid exploration of contemporary military issues, including guerrilla warfare, military logistics, and operations from past conflicts. Listeners can expect an informal yet informative approach, often sprinkled with humor, making it engaging for both military enthusiasts and casual listeners who enjoy discussions about strategy and leadership. The hosts bring a wealth of experience from their backgrounds in military operations and academia, ensuring that each episode is rich with knowledge and practical insight... more

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2. Andy Balaam
3. Professor Tarak Barkawi
4. Lieutenant Colonel Dr. JP. Scherman
5. Gordon Barclay
6. Takawira Chatambudza
7. Bruce Mann
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