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War on the Rocks

Ryan Evans
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Discussions over drinks with security, defense, and foreign policy insiders and experts. The original War on the Rocks podcast series.

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Well, is it? From defense innovation, to scaling capabilities, to budgets, the answers aren't easy. Ryan was joined by General Sir Richard Barrons of the United Kingdom and Peter Michael Nielsen of Denmark to sort through these issues. Barrons had a ... more

The future fight won’t be won by those with the biggest budgets, most polished strategies, or largest armies. It will be won by those who can translate breakthrough technology into usable capability at speed and scale. Ryan was joined by Horacio Roza... more

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In the wake of summits in Alaska and Washington, the war in Ukraine has become as much about competing diplomatic positions as it is about hard realities on the front. Ryan sat down with Dara Massicot and Mike Kofman to discuss what Putin really walk... more

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We're diving into a major development at the intersection of tech, trade, and national security: the U.S. government’s decision to allow NVIDIA's H20 chips back into the Chinese market. Brad Carson (former defense official and member of Congress) of ... more

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Recent Guests

Horacio Rozanski
CEO of Booz Allen
Booz Allen
Episode: Cogs of War: Moving at the Speed of War with Horacio Rozanski of Booz Allen
Liza Tobin
Managing director at Garnaut Global, a geopolitical risk advisory firm, who served on the Trump administration's National Security Council staff.
Garnaut Global
Episode: The Chip That Crossed the Line? NVIDIA, China, and the Great Power Tech Race
Brad Carson
Former member of Congress and senior defense official, now the head of Americans for Responsible Innovation.
Americans for Responsible Innovation
Episode: The Chip That Crossed the Line? NVIDIA, China, and the Great Power Tech Race
Vice Admiral Peter Garvin
Leads the National Defense University
National Defense University
Episode: Forging Minds for Future Wars
Jakub Jajcay
Slovak volunteer who fought for Ukraine on three separate tours and worked on surveillance and reconnaissance drones.
Ukrainian military
Episode: How Ukraine is Adapting, Enduring, and Striking Back
General Christopher T. Donahue
Commanding General of US Army, Europe, Africa and the Commander of Allied Land Command.
US Army
Episode: Gen. Donahue on Deterring Russia in Europe
Afshon Ostovar
Renowned Iran scholar and author of two books on Iran
Author of The Vanguard of the Imam and Wars of Ambition
Episode: Introducing "The Iran Reckoning with Afshon Ostovar"
Frank Donovan
Vice Commander of Special Operations Command
U.S. Special Operations Command
Episode: How America's Special Operators are Preparing for a High-Tech Future
Sameer Lalwani
Former Senior Expert in the Asia Center at the U.S. Institute of Peace
Center for Strategic and Budgetary Assessments
Episode: The Risks of the Latest India-Pakistan Crisis

Host

Ryan Evans
Founder and host with expertise in defense and security issues, engaging industry experts in discussions on relevant topics.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Fascinating and well informed

    Podcast Addict
    5
    AlexGunz
    5 months ago
  • Best in Show

    Amazing quantity and quality of work on a daily basis. This site is where I turn to remain current on all matters security related.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    36TFS Houdini
    Canada5 months ago
  • Great pod for foreign policy info

    One of my favorites. Ukraine updates with Michael Kaufman brought me here, but I stay for lots of other great topics and conversations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wolverine down South
    United States6 months ago
  • ”Europe” is not a country.

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    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Majmajmaj7885326
    Sweden7 months ago
  • Excellent analysis

    Always great to hear experts analysing events.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    >>l
    United Kingdom7 months ago

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There is a mix of positive feedback regarding the rich content and critiques about occasional perceived biases in commentary.
Listeners value the in-depth analysis of current geopolitical events and appreciate the expert insights provided by guests.
The podcast is consistently praised for its informative approach to complex security topics, making it a recommended resource for professionals in the field.

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#210
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#112
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#125
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#179
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Cogs of War: Moving at the Speed of War with Horacio Rozanski of Booz Allen
Q: What are some of the challenges in making that happen?
Rozanski highlights the fundamental challenges of cultural transformation in organizations as Booz Allen pivots towards being a technology company focused on mission.
Cogs of War: Moving at the Speed of War with Horacio Rozanski of Booz Allen
Q: How did you first become attracted to the idea of coming to the US and how did you make it happen?
Rozanski's attraction to the US stemmed from his father's stories of opportunities in a different system, leading him to pursue education in the US after finding the Argentine education system insufficient.
Drones, Discord, and the Shifting Front in Ukraine
Q: Why did Zelensky replace the prime minister?
Kofman mentions that it was part of a long overdue cabinet shuffle but indicates it won't dramatically alter the situation in Ukraine.
Drones, Discord, and the Shifting Front in Ukraine
Q: What do you make of the situation in Ukraine regarding drone capabilities?
Kofman explains that Ukraine has been effective with drones but faces competition from Russia, which is catching up.
How Ukraine is Adapting, Enduring, and Striking Back
Q: How has Ukraine responded to these tactics?
Ukraine is focusing on a higher rate of drone coverage to combat Russian motorcycle tactics while adapting their defensive systems to respond effectively.

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2. Liza Tobin
3. Brad Carson
4. Vice Admiral Peter Garvin
5. Jakub Jajcay
6. General Christopher T. Donahue
7. Afshon Ostovar
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