At the Water's Edge

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At the Water's Edge

Geo-politics and national security from the practitioner's seat. Insight beyond the headlines. 

  1. OCT 28

    E20 How Air Force TACPs Shaped the Global War on Terror with Ethan Brown

    summaryIn this conversation, Ethan Brown discusses the evolution of close air support (CAS) and the critical role of Joint Terminal Attack Controllers (JTACs) and Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) members during the Global War on Terror. He highlights the importance of air-ground integration, the lessons learned from past operations, and the future challenges faced by the TACP community in an era of great power competition. The discussion emphasizes the trust dynamic between ground forces and...

    1h 6m

  2. JUL 6

    E19 The Ukraine War with Tim Mak

    In this episode, Scott interviews Tim Mak, an American journalist living in Ukraine, about the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia. Tim runs a publication called The Counter Offensive, which focuses on telling the stories of the Russian invasion in Ukraine through human interest stories. They discuss various topics including the state of the conflict, the role of the international community, the impact on the Ukrainian people, and the long-term effects of the war.The Counter Off...

    43 min

  3. MAY 30

    E18 Afghanistan, Why We Failed with David Kilcullen (PhD)

    Guest David Kilcullen. The conversation explores the reasons behind America's failure in Afghanistan and the consequences of the Taliban retaking Kabul. It delves into the concept of counterinsurgency and its application in different contexts. The discussion highlights the mistakes made in Afghanistan, such as the failure to negotiate a peace settlement with the Taliban, the expansion of ISAF without understanding the local dynamics, and the attempt to replicate the surge strategy from Iraq. ...

    1h 11m

  4. APR 16

    E17 The Army's Readiness Crisis with Michael Linick

    The conversation explores the concept of readiness in the military and the challenges of balancing people-first initiatives with the pursuit of readiness. It delves into the definition of readiness and its various components, such as individual and unit training, equipment functionality, and supply. The conversation also discusses the Army's training cycle and the role of CTC rotations in preparing units for deployment. The impact of funding on readiness is explored, particularly in relation ...

    59 min

  5. MAR 27

    E16 The Problem with American Innovation and National Security with Leo Blanken (PhD)

    In this episode Scott interviews Leo Blanken (PhD), an associate professor of defense analysis at the Naval Postgraduate School, about innovation as a tool of national security. They discuss the need for innovation in the rapidly changing strategic and technological landscape, the challenges faced by the US military in adapting to these changes, and the importance of a comprehensive national security strategy. They also explore the role of the defense industrial base and the relationship betw...

    57 min

  6. FEB 29

    E15 Winning Irregular Warfare in Space with John Klein (PhD)

    The conversation explores the competition and strategic implications of space exploration and activities between states. It discusses the role of the US Space Force, the reasons for the increasing focus on space as a domain of competition, and the activities of geopolitical rivals such as China and Russia. The conversation also delves into the concept of irregular warfare in space and the potential impact of privatization on space activities. Overall, the discussion highlights the need for st...

    47 min

  7. FEB 16

    E14 How to Win Against China with Liza Tobin

    Liza Tobin, Senior Director of the Economy Team at the Special Competitive Studies Project, discusses China's systemic rivalry with the United States and the need for a strong American industrial policy. She explains why China is the main geopolitical rival and outlines its goals for global dominance. Tobin also highlights the challenges the US faces in competing with China's brute force economics and the need for a coherent counter strategy. She emphasizes the importance of investing in the ...

    1h 1m

  8. FEB 9

    E13 South Africa's Genocide Case Against Israel

    With death tolls rising on all sides, Israel's military operation in Gaza to rescue it's hostages and root out the Hamas terrorists that attacked it on October 7th continues to grind on. As imagines of Palestinian suffering reach audiences around the globe, South Africa has brought charges of genocide against Israel, claiming that the suffering of Palestinians isn't a tragic but inevitable result of Israel exercising its right to self defense, but instead a deliberate plan to destroy them as ...

    1h 42m
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Geo-politics and national security from the practitioner's seat. Insight beyond the headlines. 

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  • Creator
    Scott
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    20
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    © 2024 At the Water's Edge
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