S8 Ep561: PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Liz Peek. Peek discusses rapid corporate AI adoption, emphasizing that it focuses on enhancing productivity and profitability rather than job loss. This technological shift is driving significant gains across almost every industr
PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Liz Peek. Peek discusses rapid corporate AIadoption, emphasizing that it focuses on enhancing productivity and profitability rather than job loss. This technological shift is driving significant gains across almost every industry. (3) 1959
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S8 Ep560: PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Mariam Wahba. Wahba explains how the Muslim Brotherhood uses media operations to exploit Egypt's economic instability. By capitalizing on inflation and debt, they aim to destabilize President Al-Sisi’s regime. (3)
PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Mariam Wahba. Wahba explains how the Muslim Brotherhood uses media operations to exploit Egypt's economic instability. By capitalizing on inflation and debt, they aim to destabilize President Al-Sisi’s regime. (3)
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S8 Ep560: PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Joseph Sternberg. Sternberg criticizes the UK's budget for lacking a credible economic growth plan. This stagnation creates social cohesion issues and damages the international credibility of British defense commitments. (2)
PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Joseph Sternberg. Sternberg criticizes the UK's budget for lacking a credible economic growth plan. This stagnation creates social cohesion issues and damages the international credibility of Britishdefense commitments. (2)
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S8 Ep560: PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Judy Dempsey. Dempsey highlights the EU's inability to speak with one voice during global crises. She argues that political integration and ending veto powers are necessary to achieve true European power. (1)
PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Judy Dempsey. Dempsey highlights the EU's inability to speak with one voiceduring global crises. She argues that political integration and ending veto powers are necessary to achieve true European power. (1) 1871 SIEGE OF PARIS
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S8 Ep560: PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Bud Weinstein. Weinstein discusses the surging demand for electricity and the need for an "all of the above" energy policy. He emphasizes keeping coal plants online alongside natural gas and solar. (4)
PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Bud Weinstein. Weinstein discusses the surging demand for electricity and the need for an "all of the above" energy policy. He emphasizes keeping coal plants online alongside natural gas and solar. (4)
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S8 Ep559: SHOW SCHEDULE 3-9-2026 DECEMBER 1978 TEHRAN
C 1. Guests: Bill Roggio and Ambassador Husain Haqqani Headline: Global Markets Shudder as Oil Surges Past $100 Summary: War in the Middle East has triggered a damaging global economic surge, with oil exceeding $100 per barrel. Panelists discuss Iran's resilient regime and the appointment of late leader’s son, Mojtaba Khamenei. (2) 2. Guests: Bill Roggio and Husain Haqqani Headline: The Myth ...
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S8 Ep558: 16. Guest: Gregory Copley Headline: Russia and China’s Strategic Stakes in the Iran Conflict Summary: The conversation examines how the war impacts Russia’s trade corridors and China’s primary oil supplies. Copley argues that U.S. air dominance serves as
16. Guest: Gregory Copley Headline:Russia and China’s Strategic Stakes in the Iran Conflict Summary: The conversation examines how the war impacts Russia’s trade corridors and China’s primary oil supplies. Copley argues that U.S. air dominance serves as a profound warning to the leadership in Beijing. (17) 1963 MOHAMMED REZA PAHLEVI SHAH
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S8 Ep558: 15. Guest: Gregory Copley Headline: Assessing the Air War and Global Oil Panic Summary: Gregory Copley evaluates the U.S.-Israeli air campaign against Iranian nuclear and military infrastructure. He notes the potential for the Iranian monarchy's return to
15. Guest: Gregory Copley Headline:Assessing the Air War and Global Oil Panic Summary: Gregory Copley evaluates the U.S.-Israeli air campaign against Iraniannuclear and military infrastructure. He notes the potential for the Iranian monarchy's return to rally opposition against the clerical regime. (16) 1960 OFFICERS CLUB TEHRAN
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S8 Ep558: 14. Guest: Jessica Winkle Headline: Bias and Conflict of Interest in Climate Science Manuals Summary: Professor Jessica Winkle details controversy surrounding the federal judicial manual’s climate chapter. She highlights significant conflicts of interest
14. Guest: Jessica Winkle Headline: Bias and Conflict of Interest in Climate Science Manuals Summary: Professor Jessica Winkle details controversy surrounding the federal judicial manual’s climate chapter. She highlights significant conflicts of interest and the use of biased, non-neutral rhetoric intended for judges. (15) 1953 MOSSADEQH TRIAL
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S8 Ep558: 13. Guests: Bill Roggio and John Hardy Headline: Zelensky Offers Drone Expertise to Counter Iran Summary: President Zelensky offers Ukrainian assistance to counter Iranian drones using battle-tested technology. Meanwhile, Vladimir Putin pledges unwavering
13. Guests: Bill Roggio and John Hardy Headline: Zelensky Offers Drone Expertise to Counter Iran Summary: President Zelensky offers Ukrainian assistance to counter Iranian drones using battle-tested technology. Meanwhile, Vladimir Putin pledges unwavering support for Iran's new leadership as the conflict increasingly impacts the global stage. (14) 1953 TEHRAN
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S8 Ep558: 12. Guests: Bill Roggio and Edmund Fitton-Brown Headline: The Question of Regime Change and "Boots on the Ground" Summary: Experts debate if the Trump administration seeks permanent regime change. They discuss the risks of mission creep and the extreme di
12. Guests: Bill Roggio and Edmund Fitton-Brown Headline: The Question of Regime Change and "Boots on the Ground" Summary: Experts debate if the Trumpadministration seeks permanent regime change. They discuss the risks of mission creep and the extreme difficulty of empowering internal Iranian insurgencies without a clear roadmap. (13) 1953 CIA/MI6 COUP TO INSERT REZA PAHLEVI SHAH TEHRAN
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S8 Ep558: 11. Guests: Bill Roggio and Edmund Fitton-Brown Headline: Iran’s "Nihilistic" Attacks on Neutral Neighbors Summary: Iran has launched self-destructive missile attacks against neutral neighbors like Qatar, Oman, and Turkey. The panel critiques British inde
11. Guests: Bill Roggio and Edmund Fitton-Brown Headline: Iran’s "Nihilistic" Attacks on Neutral Neighbors Summary:Iran has launched self-destructive missile attacks against neutral neighbors like Qatar, Oman, and Turkey. The panel critiques British indecisiveness and the lack of clearly articulated American war objectives. (12) 1953 MOSSADEQH TRIAL
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S8 Ep558: 10. Guests: Bill Roggio and Jonathan Sayeh Headline: Monitoring the Fog of War in Tehran Summary: Analysts examine Tehran’s internal state, noting that foot soldiers are becoming increasingly alienated. They monitor the Basij and regular military for sign
10. Guests: Bill Roggio and Jonathan Sayeh Headline: Monitoring the Fog of War in Tehran Summary: Analysts examine Tehran’s internal state, noting that foot soldiers are becoming increasingly alienated. They monitor the Basij and regular military for signs of defection while the regime anticipates a ground invasion. (11) 1953 TEHRAN IMPERIAL BANK
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S8 Ep558: 9. Guests: Bill Roggio and Jonathan Sayeh Headline: Internal Resistance and the Mindset of Young Iranians Summary: Jonathan Sayeh provides insight into young Iranians who view the conflict as liberation from a 50-year occupation. However, he warns that de
9. Guests: Bill Roggio and Jonathan Sayeh Headline: Internal Resistance and the Mindset of Young Iranians Summary:Jonathan Sayeh provides insight into young Iranians who view the conflict as liberation from a 50-year occupation. However, he warns that destroying critical infrastructure risks alienating the population and damaging nationalism. (10) 1953 PM MOSSADEQH COURTSMARTIAL
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S8 Ep558: 8. Guests: Bill Roggio and David Daoud Headline: Psychological Warfare and the Threat of Drone Swarms Summary: Discussion centers on Hezbollah’s use of inexpensive drone swarms and "pin pricks" to destabilize the Israeli psyche. Daoud explains these tacti
8. Guests: Bill Roggio and David DaoudHeadline: Psychological Warfare and the Threat of Drone Swarms Summary:Discussion centers on Hezbollah’s use of inexpensive drone swarms and "pin pricks" to destabilize the Israeli psyche. Daoud explains these tactics aim to exhaust Israel's economy by making defense financially unsustainable. (9) 1951 TEHRAN
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S8 Ep558: 7. Guests: Bill Roggio and David Daoud Headline: Hezbollah’s Strategy to Protect the Iranian Regime Summary: David Daoud examines how Hezbollah’s attacks aim to divert U.S. and Israeli focus from Tehran. The IDF responds by dismantling Hezbollah’s financi
7. Guests: Bill Roggio and David DaoudHeadline: Hezbollah’s Strategy to Protect the Iranian Regime Summary: David Daoud examines how Hezbollah’s attacks aim to divert U.S. and Israeli focus from Tehran. The IDF responds by dismantling Hezbollah’s financial institutions and propaganda networks to break their control over Lebanon. (8) 1950 TEHRAN
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S8 Ep558: 6. Guest: Malcolm Hoenlein Headline: Regional Escalation and the Targeting of Energy Infrastructure Summary: Israel expands operations into Lebanon while Iran targets Azerbaijan’s critical energy pipelines. China watches closely as its Middle Eastern oil
6. Guest: Malcolm Hoenlein Headline:Regional Escalation and the Targeting of Energy Infrastructure Summary: Israelexpands operations into Lebanon while Iran targets Azerbaijan’s critical energy pipelines. China watches closely as its Middle Eastern oil supplies are threatened by the closing of the Strait of Hormuz. (7) 1933 TEHRAN
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S8 Ep558: 5. Guest: Malcolm Hoenlein Headline: Iran Launches Cluster Bombs Against Israeli Civilians Summary: Malcolm Hoenlein reports on Iran’s use of cluster-bomb warheads against Israeli cities like Haifa. Despite the attacks and financial burdens, 93% of Israel
5. Guest: Malcolm Hoenlein Headline:Iran Launches Cluster Bombs Against IsraeliCivilians Summary: Malcolm Hoenleinreports on Iran’s use of cluster-bomb warheads against Israeli cities like Haifa. Despite the attacks and financial burdens, 93% of Israelis support the effort to end regional threats permanently. (6) 1930 TEHRAN CEMENT FACTORY
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S8 Ep558: 4. Guests: Ernesto Araújo and Alejandro Peña Esclusa Headline: Brazil’s Election and the "Shield of the Americas" Summary: The panel analyzes Brazil’s upcoming election where Flavio Bolsonaro is gaining ground against President Lula. They discuss how regi
4. Guests: Ernesto Araújo and Alejandro Peña Esclusa Headline: Brazil’s Election and the "Shield of the Americas" Summary:The panel analyzes Brazil’s upcoming election where Flavio Bolsonaro is gaining groundagainst President Lula. They discuss how regional anti-crime initiatives and the war in Iran are influencing South Americanpolitics. (5) 1924 TEHRAN
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S8 Ep558: 3. Guests: Ernesto Araújo and Alejandro Peña Esclusa Headline: A "New Dawn" as Cuba Negotiates with the White House Summary: Shifting dynamics in Latin America see Cuba entering direct negotiations with the Trump administration as Venezuelan oil subsidies
3. Guests: Ernesto Araújo and Alejandro Peña Esclusa Headline: A "New Dawn" as Cuba Negotiates with the White HouseSummary: Shifting dynamics in Latin America see Cuba entering direct negotiations with the Trump administration as Venezuelan oil subsidies end. The region's turn toward right-wing governments signals a major geopolitical transformation. (4) 1923 TEHRAN
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S8 Ep558: 2. Guests: Bill Roggio and Husain Haqqani Headline: The Myth of Winning Through Air Power Alone Summary: Experts warn that air power cannot achieve lasting regime change and dismiss "boots on the ground" as politically impossible. They emphasize that Iran
2. Guests: Bill Roggio and Husain Haqqani Headline: The Myth of Winning Through Air Power Alone Summary: Experts warn that air power cannot achieve lasting regime change and dismiss "boots on the ground" as politically impossible. They emphasize that Iran has historically resisted Western invaders for 2,000 years. (3) 1910 BANK OF PERSIA
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S8 Ep558: 1. Guests: Bill Roggio and Ambassador Husain Haqqani Headline: Global Markets Shudder as Oil Surges Past $100 Summary: War in the Middle East has triggered a damaging global economic surge, with oil exceeding $100 per barrel. Panelists discuss Iran's resi
1. Guests: Bill Roggio and Ambassador Husain Haqqani Headline: Global Markets Shudder as Oil Surges Past $100 Summary:War in the Middle East has triggered a damaging global economic surge, with oil exceeding $100 per barrel. Panelists discuss Iran's resilient regime and the appointment of late leader’s son, Mojtaba Khamenei. (2) 1907 TEHRAN
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S8 Ep557: PREVIEW FOR LATER Janatyn Sayeh discusses internal Iranian military dynamics, exploring potential defections among foot soldiers and a shift toward targeting specific personnel over infrastructure. (6)
PREVIEW FOR LATER Janatyn Sayeh discusses internal Iranian military dynamics, exploring potential defections among foot soldiers and a shift toward targeting specific personnel over infrastructure. (6) 1746
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S8 Ep557: PREVIEW FOR LATER John Hardie describes the rapid growth of drone technology, noting how Ukrainian battlefield experiences are being studied by NATO and the US for future conflicts. (5)
PREVIEW FOR LATER John Hardiedescribes the rapid growth of drone technology, noting how Ukrainianbattlefield experiences are being studied by NATO and the US for future conflicts. (5) UKRAINE WHEATFIELD
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S8 Ep557: PREVIEW FOR LATER Husain Haqqani examines the religious implications of the Ayatollah’s martyrdom, warning it could trigger a Shia awakening and influence the IRGC's ideological warfare. (4)
PREVIEW FOR LATER Husain Haqqani examines the religious implications of the Ayatollah’s martyrdom, warning it could trigger a Shia awakening and influence the IRGC's ideological warfare. (4) 1820 PERSIA
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S8 Ep557: PREVIEW FOR LATER Edmund Fitton-Brown analyzes potential Iranian regime change, noting the decapitation of leadership and how US support for protesters aligns with pre-revolutionary symbols. (3)
PREVIEW FOR LATER Edmund Fitton-Brown analyzes potential Iranian regime change, noting the decapitation of leadership and how US support for protesters aligns with pre-revolutionary symbols. (3) 1897 KING OF PERSIA
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S8 Ep557: PREVIEW FOR LATER David Daoud explains Israel's strategic prioritization of neutralizing Iran’s military capabilities before redirecting its full force to dismantle Hezbollah’s assets in Lebanon. (2)
PREVIEW FOR LATER David Daoudexplains Israel's strategic prioritization of neutralizing Iran’s military capabilities before redirecting its full force to dismantle Hezbollah’s assets in Lebanon. (2) 1897 PERSIA
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S8 Ep557: PREVIEW FOR LATER Ernesto Araújo discusses Brazil's pivotal election, highlighting a potential shift from narco-terrorism and the impact of Donald Trump’s focus on fighting regional organized crime. (1)
PREVIEW FOR LATER Ernesto Araújo discusses Brazil's pivotal election, highlighting a potential shift from narco-terrorism and the impact of Donald Trump’s focus on fighting regional organized crime. (1) 1929: RIO
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S8 Ep556: 3. The Ghost of Crassus and the Perils of Imperial Hubris Gaius draws a direct parallel between the Iran crisis and Crassus’s disastrous invasion of Parthia (modern Iran) in 53 BCE. Crassus, the richest man in Rome, was driven by ego and a desire for mi
3. The Ghost of Crassus and the Perils of Imperial Hubris Gaius draws a direct parallel between the Iran crisis and Crassus’s disastrous invasion of Parthia (modern Iran) in 53 BCE. Crassus, the richest man in Rome, was driven by ego and a desire for military fame to match Caesar. His campaign failed due to poor intelligence, a divided army, and a complete failure to respect the enemy's unique ...
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S8 Ep556: 2. The Loss of Sacrifice and the Shadow of the Pacific War The debaters contrast the modern era with the Pacific War (1941-1945), noting that Pearl Harbor provided an immediate, unifying rationale for total war. During that time, there was no doubt regard
2. The Loss of Sacrifice and the Shadow of the Pacific War The debaters contrast the modern era with the Pacific War (1941-1945), noting that Pearl Harbor provided an immediate, unifying rationale for total war. During that time, there was no doubt regarding the mission to defeat Japan and Germany, and the nation embraced a spirit of sacrifice. Germanicus points to the film *They Were Expendabl...
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S8 Ep556: 1. The Erosion of the Sacred Narrative and Economic Collapse In 92 AD, Gaius and Germanicus observe the 21st-century "Iran war," a conflict they find deeply unsettling due to its lack of a clear *casus belli*. Labeled "Trump’s war," it is presented as a p
1. The Erosion of the Sacred Narrative and Economic Collapse In 92 AD, Gaius and Germanicus observe the 21st-century "Iranwar," a conflict they find deeply unsettling due to its lack of a clear *casus belli*. Labeled "Trump’s war," it is presented as a preemptive strike born of fear rather than a defensive reaction, leaving the public and allies in a state of strategic confusion. This lack of c...
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S8 Ep555: 4. GWYNNE4.mp3 GUEST AUTHOR: S.C. Gwynne HEADLINE: The Tragic Fall of the R101: A Tale of Incompetence and Deadlines SUMMARY: The R101 departed for India despite serious technical flaws, including a rotting outer cover and untested weather capabilities.
4. GWYNNE4.mp3 GUEST AUTHOR: S.C. Gwynne HEADLINE: The Tragic Fall of the R101: A Tale of Incompetence and Deadlines SUMMARY: The R101 departed for India despite serious technical flaws, including a rotting outer cover and untested weather capabilities. Driven by political deadlines and Thompson’s ambitions, the ship crashed in France during a storm after pilot George Scott ignored warnings to ...
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S8 Ep555: 3. GWYNNE3.mp3 GUEST AUTHOR: S.C. Gwynne HEADLINE: The Experimental R101: Innovation Meets Fragility and Dipsomania SUMMARY: Gwynne details the R101’s experimental design, including heavy diesel engines and fragile gas bags made from cattle intestines. De
3. GWYNNE3.mp3 GUEST AUTHOR: S.C. Gwynne HEADLINE: The Experimental R101: Innovation Meets Fragility and Dipsomania SUMMARY: Gwynne details the R101’s experimental design, including heavy diesel engines and fragile gas bags made from cattle intestines. Despite luxurious amenities, the ship suffered from rushed testing. Leadership concerns arose regarding pilot "Push on" Scotty, who struggled wi...
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S8 Ep555: 2. GWYNNE2.mp3 GUEST AUTHOR: S.C. Gwynne HEADLINE: Lord Thompson and the Personal Motives Behind the Imperial Airship SUMMARY: S.C. Gwynne introduces Christopher Birdwood Thompson, the Secretary of State for Air and the primary advocate for the Imperial a
2. GWYNNE2.mp3 GUEST AUTHOR: S.C. Gwynne HEADLINE: Lord Thompson and the Personal Motives Behind the Imperial Airship SUMMARY: S.C. Gwynne introduces Christopher Birdwood Thompson, the Secretary of State for Air and the primary advocate for the Imperial airship scheme. Thompson's passion was driven by his heritage in India and a lifelong obsession with the beautiful Romanian Princess Marta Bibe...
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S8 Ep555: 1. GWYNNE1.mp3 GUEST AUTHOR: S.C. Gwynne HEADLINE: The R38 Disaster and the Ambition of the Bernie Plan SUMMARY: Author S.C. Gwynne discusses the 1921 R38 airship disaster, which broke apart during testing over Hull. Despite this failure, the Bernie Plan
1. GWYNNE1.mp3 GUEST AUTHOR: S.C. Gwynne HEADLINE: The R38 Disaster and the Ambition of the Bernie Plan SUMMARY: Author S.C. Gwynne discusses the 1921 R38 airship disaster, which broke apart during testing over Hull. Despite this failure, the Bernie Plan emerged, aiming to utilize giant hydrogen-filled airships to link the vast British Empire, promising faster travel than traditional ocean line...
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S8 Ep554: 4. Headline: The Fatal Flight of the Italia Guest Author: Mark Piesing Summary: Piesing describes the 1928 Italia expedition, noting how political sabotage forced Nobile to use an older airship design. After reaching the North Pole, the vessel crashed int
4. Headline: The Fatal Flight of the ItaliaGuest Author: Mark Piesing Summary:Piesing describes the 1928 Italia expedition, noting how political sabotage forced Nobile to use an older airship design. After reaching the North Pole, the vessel crashed into sea ice. Six men drifted away forever, while those remaining survived thanks to emergency supplies tossed from the envelope. (20)
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S8 Ep554: 3. Headline: The Tragic Search for the Italia Guest Author: Mark Piesing Summary: Following the Italia crash, a massive rescue effort unfolds, including Roald Amundsen’s fatal flight into a cloud bank. Piesing details Nobile’s controversial decision to
3. Headline: The Tragic Search for the Italia Guest Author: Mark PiesingSummary: Following the Italia crash, a massive rescue effort unfolds, including Roald Amundsen’s fatal flight into a cloud bank. Piesing details Nobile’s controversial decision to be rescued first, his crew’s eventual survival via a Soviet icebreaker, and the reputation-destroying confrontation with Mussolini. (19)
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S8 Ep554: 2. Headline: Triumph and Tension of the Norge Guest Author: Mark Piesing Summary: This segment covers the 1926 Norge expedition, detailing airship modifications for Arctic conditions. While successful in reaching the North Pole and Alaska, the journey spa
2. Headline: Triumph and Tension of the Norge Guest Author: Mark PiesingSummary: This segment covers the 1926 Norge expedition, detailing airship modifications for Arctic conditions. While successful in reaching the North Pole and Alaska, the journey sparked bitter rivalry between Amundsen and Nobile as Mussolini utilized the achievement for fascist propaganda across the global stage. (18)
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S8 Ep554: 1. Headline: The Secret Meeting at Uranaborg Guest Author: Mark Piesing Summary: Mark Piesing discusses the 1925 secret meeting in Norway where legendary explorer Roald Amundsen and Italian engineer Umberto Nobile planned their North Pole airship expediti
1. Headline: The Secret Meeting at Uranaborg Guest Author: Mark PiesingSummary: Mark Piesing discusses the 1925 secret meeting in Norway where legendary explorer Roald Amundsen and Italian engineer Umberto Nobile planned their North Pole airship expedition. Driven by financial needs, unfinished business, and political pressure, these complex characters formed an uneasy, historic alliance. (17)
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S8 Ep553: Strategic Vulnerabilities and the 450-Ship Fleet Goal Guest Author: Captain Jerry Hendrix, US Navy aviator retired. Summary: Hendrix highlights China's economic dependency on open seas, proposing a 450-ship fleet by 2040 that emphasizes submarines, unma
Strategic Vulnerabilities and the 450-Ship Fleet Goal Guest Author: Captain Jerry Hendrix, US Navy aviator retired. Summary:Hendrix highlights China's economic dependency on open seas, proposing a 450-ship fleet by 2040 that emphasizes submarines, unmanned platforms, and a robust logistics force. Number: 4 (12)1941 ATLANTIC CHARTER
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S8 Ep553: The "Moneyball" Fleet: Balancing Presence and Lethality Guest Author: Captain Jerry Hendrix, US Navy aviator retired. Summary: Hendrix advocates for a "Moneyball" fleet mix, balancing high-end carriers with affordable frigates and unmanned vessels to main
The "Moneyball" Fleet: Balancing Presence and Lethality Guest Author:Captain Jerry Hendrix, US Navy aviator retired. Summary: Hendrix advocates for a "Moneyball" fleet mix, balancing high-end carriers with affordable frigates and unmanned vessels to maintain global presence and ensure war-winning capability. Number: 3 (11) 1943 USS BROOKLYN CRUISER
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S8 Ep553: Naval Primacy and the Battle of Ideas in the Pacific Guest Author: Captain Jerry Hendrix, US Navy aviator retired. Summary: Hendrix discusses the historical "free sea" concept, framing China’s Western Pacific ambitions as a modern "inner German border" re
Naval Primacy and the Battle of Ideas in the Pacific Guest Author: Captain Jerry Hendrix, US Navy aviator retired. Summary:Hendrix discusses the historical "free sea" concept, framing China’s Western Pacific ambitions as a modern "inner German border" requiring a strategy of naval primacy. Number:1 (9) 1905 ADMIRAL KORNILOV
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S8 Ep553: Naval Primacy and the Battle of Ideas in the Pacific Guest Author: Captain Jerry Hendrix, US Navy aviator retired. Summary: Hendrix discusses the historical "free sea" concept, framing China’s Western Pacific ambitions as a modern "inner German border" re
Naval Primacy and the Battle of Ideas in the Pacific Guest Author: Captain Jerry Hendrix, US Navy aviator retired. Summary:Hendrix discusses the historical "free sea" concept, framing China’s Western Pacific ambitions as a modern "inner German border" requiring a strategy of naval primacy. Number:1 (9) 1912 KAISER
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S8 Ep552: 8. Guest Author: George Black Headline: Personal Redemption and Ongoing Humanitarian Efforts Summary: The final part explores humanitarian aid efforts, the story of disabled victims like Yen, and the personal redemption found by veterans Campbell and Se
8. Guest Author: George Black Headline:Personal Redemption and Ongoing Humanitarian Efforts Summary: The final part explores humanitarian aid efforts, the story of disabled victims like Yen, and the personal redemption found by veterans Campbell and Searcy. (8) 1940 HO CHI MINH
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S8 Ep552: 7. Guest Author: George Black Headline: Identifying Dioxin Hotspots and Multigenerational Damage Summary: Canadian and Vietnamese scientists identified dioxin hotspots at old airbases, revealing how the poison persists in food chains and affects future ge
7. Guest Author: George Black Headline:Identifying Dioxin Hotspots and Multigenerational Damage Summary:Canadian and Vietnamese scientists identified dioxin hotspots at old airbases, revealing how the poison persists in food chains and affects future generations. (7) 1968 AUSTRALIA CAMP
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S8 Ep552: 6. Guest Author: George Black Headline: Normalization and Addressing Unexploded Ordnance Summary: Black recounts the 1995 normalization under Clinton, the role of veteran senators, and the founding of Project RENEW to address unexploded wartime ordnance.
6. Guest Author: George Black Headline:Normalization and Addressing Unexploded Ordnance Summary: Black recounts the 1995 normalization under Clinton, the role of veteran senators, and the founding of Project RENEW to address unexploded wartime ordnance. (6) 1966 EVACUATION FROM VC
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S8 Ep552: 5. Guest Author: George Black Headline: The Bitter Legacy of the MIA Issue Summary: The discussion covers post-war trauma and how the MIA issue and conspiracy theories blocked diplomatic normalization between the United States and Vietnam for decades. (5)
5. Guest Author: George Black Headline: The Bitter Legacy of the MIA Issue Summary: The discussion covers post-war trauma and how the MIA issue and conspiracy theories blocked diplomatic normalization between the United States and Vietnam for decades. (5) 1968 THIRD MARINES
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S8 Ep552: 4. Guest Author: George Black Headline: Combat Trauma and the Tet Turning Point Summary: Black describes Campbell’s combat trauma, the Tet Offensive, and how the American public’s loss of faith became the war’s true political turning point. (4)
4. Guest Author: George Black Headline:Combat Trauma and the Tet Turning Point Summary: Black describes Campbell’s combat trauma, the Tet Offensive, and how the American public’s loss of faith became the war’s true political turning point. (4) 1968 PLAF (VIET CONG) BEFORE TET
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S8 Ep552: 3. Guest Author: George Black Headline: Two Protagonists and the Ashau Valley Summary: This segment introduces Manis Campbell and Chuck Searcy, exploring their motivations and the critical strategic importance of the rugged, North Vietnamese-controlled As
3. Guest Author: George Black Headline: Two Protagonists and the Ashau Valley Summary:This segment introduces Manis Campbell and Chuck Searcy, exploring their motivations and the critical strategic importance of the rugged, North Vietnamese-controlled Ashau Valley. (3) 1968 AUSTRALIA IN VIETNAM
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S8 Ep552: 1. Guest Author: George Black Headline: The Strategic Origins of the Vietnam War Summary: George Black discusses the 1959 Hanoi meeting where Le Duan pushed for war, the Sino-Soviet split, and the strategic creation of the Ho Chi Minh Trail. (1)
2. Guest Author: George Black Headline:Technology, Defoliation, and Dioxin's Legacy Summary: Black details the 1965 escalation, the use of Agent Orange to defoliate jungles, and early warnings regarding the high toxicity of dioxin to humans. (2) 1968 VIETNAM
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