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War on the Rocks

Ryan Evans
Ukraine
Russia
Avdiivka
China
Hamas
Cyber Security
FPV Drones
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Middle East
Saudi Arabia
Gaza Strip
United Arab Emirates
Space Power
NATO
Taiwan
War In Ukraine
Palestinian Authority
Israel

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

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Latest Episodes

As the year comes to a close, Dara Massicot and Mike Kofman talk with Ryan about the state of play from diplomacy to the battlefield.

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Gen. Sir Gwyn Jenkins visited Washington a few weeks ago and was kind enough to invite Ryan to the British Embassy for a nice chat about the U.S.-U.K. alliance, the threat landscape, his vision for delivering seapower, learning from Ukraine, acquisit... more

Gen. Xavier T. Brunson is a busy man. As the senior U.S. military leader on the Korean Peninsula, he has three jobs, commanding U.N. Command, South Korean-U.S. Combined Forces Command and U.S. Forces Korea. What all this boils down to is, if the ball... more

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Since joining NATO in 2024, Sweden has taken on a more prominent role in European security. Swedish Defense Minister Pål Jonson joined Ryan in Washington to discuss how Sweden is supporting Ukraine, rebuilding its own military with more resources, an... more

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Recent Guests

Pål Jonson
Sweden's Minister of Defense
Government of Sweden
Episode: Getting Faster, Stronger, Ready: Sweden's Defense Minister on Reform and Resolve
General CQ Brown
Former chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
Episode: A Conversation with Former Chairman, Gen. CQ Brown, Jr.
Alex Miller
Chief Technology Officer of the U.S. Army
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Episode: How the Army Wants to Counter Drones
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

Host

Ryan Evans
Founder and host with deep expertise in defense and foreign policy.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • “Narco-Terrorist”

    Your right to editorialize and create whatever narrative and content you’d like is awesome and I respect a person who stands on their principles but there will be a consequence if you choose to do that and also attempt to monetize your content. I will now just listen to your opinions when I want to hear an opposing viewpoint from a group that pushes ideas in one direction, which will be less. I hope you choose to push for truth in both directions.

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    AllTheWay0982
    United States2 months ago
  • Rep Hines

    The latest episode of the show with Rep. Himes is unreal. You have a guy who shares “No Kings” posts all over social media. I checked from Biden’s time in office and didn’t see any Right leaning politicians brought on to talk about Afghanistan. We get it. “Orange Man Bad” is fun but come on guys.

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    WhatTheNickname2020
    United States2 months ago
  • No longer a fan

    I was very high on your podcast as a sin if a decorated combat vet working on my master’s in military history but now it’s evident you’re ideologically biased in the critique of Trump but not Biden. The former for whom I didn’t vote in his first two elections. You’re supposed to be objective and deliver without political aisle. Most combat vets don’t dig the Biden Administration and for profound reasons. I’ll have to cancel my subscription.

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    Amdyfyn
    United States4 months ago
  • Fascinating and well informed

    Podcast Addict
    5
    AlexGunz
    8 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
    Canada8 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the depth and quality of discussions with experienced guests.
There are concerns about perceived biases in political discussions that detract from objective analysis.
Some fans laud the program for keeping them informed about global military developments and strategies.
The podcast provides valuable insights into complex security issues, leveraging expert opinions.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#102
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#79
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#188
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#208
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#30
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#73
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The First Royal Marine to Become First Sea Lord
Q: How do you view unmanned and crewed vessels in the future navy composition?
General Jenkins believes unmanned systems will add to capabilities rather than replace manned platforms, offering scalability and resilience while blending the two effectively.
The First Royal Marine to Become First Sea Lord
Q: Who was probably the boss that had the biggest impact on you?
Tim Chicken, a Falklands veteran and company commander, provided invaluable leadership advice and was a steadying influence early in Jenkins' career.
The First Royal Marine to Become First Sea Lord
Q: What made you become a Royal Marine in the first place?
General Jenkins wanted to be a fighter pilot but pivoted to the Royal Marines after being disqualified due to nearsightedness. He quickly grew to love military life and dedicated over 35 years to service.
Gen. Brunson on Holding the Line on the Korean Peninsula
Q: How would you describe the op-con transfer in plain language?
It's about transferring operational control of forces to a South Korean general during a crisis, ensuring readiness based on set conditions.
Gen. Brunson on Holding the Line on the Korean Peninsula
Q: Could you talk about the importance of exercises and how they've evolved in your command?
Exercises allow for modernization of the alliance and help adapt to current and future threats, ensuring preparedness.

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The content focuses on military strategy, defense policy, and international relations, often featuring in-depth discussions with experts from various fields, including military operations and geopolitical analysis. Topics range widely from the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the complexities of U.S. foreign policy to emerging military technologies and the dynamics of defense industries. There is a notable emphasis on real-time updates and expert insights regarding current global security challenges, highlighting the intersection of politics, military strategy, and international law.

A unique aspect of this series is the conversational format, where guests share their experiences and anecdotes, bringing a personal touch to otherwise technic... more

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2. General CQ Brown
3. Alex Miller
4. Horacio Rozanski
5. Liza Tobin
6. Brad Carson
7. Vice Admiral Peter Garvin
8. Jakub Jajcay

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