UNCLAS Read Board with CDR Salamander

CDR Salamander

Sal's hotwash podcast for paid subscribers only (in the future). Mostly Navy, natsec, or other related issues. A less formal companion, maybe, of the Midrats podcast you can find on iTunes. Sound quality might be iffy, so don't be grumpy. cdrsalamander.substack.com

  1. FEB 26

    Episode 35: 25FEB26

    This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cdrsalamander.substack.com Show Links * NYT article on U.S. buildup around Iran. * CSIS Graph mentioned by Shashank Joshi * 2017 Navy Times article on Ford-class toilets * Captain Luther’s note circa 2011/12 on the USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77)’s plumbing issues * Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s 2011 article on same issue Summary Sal discusses the current military and geopolitical situation, focu…

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  2. Episode 34: 28JAN2026

    JAN 29

    Episode 34: 28JAN2026

    This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cdrsalamander.substack.com Summary In this episode, Sal discusses the evolving landscape of national security, focusing on the significant changes in global dynamics over the past year. He examines the roles of major players like China, Russia, Iran, and Venezuela, as well as the emerging trends in South America and India’s strategic position. Sal emphasizes the importance of unde…

    1 min
  3. Episode 32: 15JAN2026

    JAN 8

    Episode 32: 15JAN2026

    This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cdrsalamander.substack.com Summary In this episode, the host discusses the recent military operations related to Venezuela, focusing on the successful takedown of sanctioned tankers and the implications for U.S. naval strategy. The conversation also shifts to the defense budget under the Trump administration, exploring the need for increased military spending in light of national …

    28 sec

  4. 12/04/2025

    Episode 30: 05DEC2025

    This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cdrsalamander.substack.com Summary In this episode, Sal discusses various pressing topics including the ongoing drug war, military operations, the situation in Ukraine, and the recent controversy surrounding the Pentagon press pool. He expresses gratitude to his subscribers and reflects on the complexities of military decisions, the implications of the war in Ukraine, and the impo…

    1 min

  5. 11/20/2025

    Episode 29: 19NOV2025

    This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cdrsalamander.substack.com Summary In this episode, Sal discusses various pressing global issues, including the evolving role of Saudi Arabia, the ongoing drug cartel crisis in the Americas, and the ethical responsibilities of military personnel in politics. He also addresses the challenges within the military-industrial complex, a recent surge in aircraft mishaps, and the importa…

    1 min

  6. 11/06/2025

    Episode 28: 05NOV2025

    This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cdrsalamander.substack.com Summary In this episode, the host reflects on personal experiences growing up in Florida’s East Coast during the Space Age, discusses the current state of naval ships, and addresses geopolitical concerns in Venezuela and Nigeria. The conversation also touches on the situation in Sudan and the rise of South Korea in military production, concluding with re…

    1 min

  7. 10/09/2025

    Episode 27: 08OCT25

    This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cdrsalamander.substack.com Show Links * Ian Ellis’s outline of Caribbean U.S. Navy deployment * The Melting Point: High Command and War in the 21st Century, by Kenneth F. McKenzie Summary In this conversation, Sal discusses various geopolitical issues, including a potential peace deal in Israel and Gaza, the implications of Iran’s weakened position, reflections on General McKenzie’s book…

    1 min

  8. 09/25/2025

    Episode 26: 24SEP25

    This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cdrsalamander.substack.com Show Links * Trump says he now thinks Ukraine can win back all territory taken by Russia * Operation Granby and stockpiles Summary In this episode, the host discusses various pressing national security issues, including the implications of air-launched cruise missiles, the ongoing Gaza conflict, and the historical context of political violence. The conversation…

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Sal's hotwash podcast for paid subscribers only (in the future). Mostly Navy, natsec, or other related issues. A less formal companion, maybe, of the Midrats podcast you can find on iTunes. Sound quality might be iffy, so don't be grumpy. cdrsalamander.substack.com

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