One CA Podcast

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One CA Podcast is here to inspire anyone interested in traveling to work with a partner nation’s people and leadership to forward U.S. foreign policy. ​ We bring in current or former military, diplomats, development officers, and field agents to discuss their experiences and give recommendations for working the ”last three feet” of foreign relations. The show is sponsored by the Civil Affairs Association.

  1. 261: Mapping Beijing’s United Front: Cheryl Yu on PRC Influence Networks in the U.S. and Canada

    18H AGO

    261: Mapping Beijing’s United Front: Cheryl Yu on PRC Influence Networks in the U.S. and Canada

    One CA Podcast—ranked among Feedspot’s Top 10 Foreign Policy podcasts—returns with investigative journalist Sam Cooper interviewing Cheryl Yu of the Jamestown Foundation. Yu shares her groundbreaking research mapping more than 2,000 PRC United Front organizations operating across the United States, Canada, and other democratic nations. Her data-driven work reveals how the Chinese Communist Party builds influence networks abroad, blending legal community engagement with covert political access, technology transfer, and transnational repression. For the Civil Affairs community, Yu’s findings illuminate how foreign influence efforts operate in the human domain—the “last three feet” where relationships shape policy, perception, and security. The discussion explores why Canada shows an unusually high saturation of United Front groups, how seemingly benign cultural associations can be leveraged by the CCP, and what transparency and policy tools democratic governments can use to protect their institutions. One CA is a product of the Civil Affairs Association and features current and former military diplomats, development officers, and field practitioners discussing real-world engagement with partner nations, communities, and leaders. We aim to inspire those working at the intersection of people, politics, and security. To contact the show, email CApodcasting@gmail.com or visit the Civil Affairs Association at www.civilaffairsassoc.org. Special Thanks to Joe Fagan and his Quartet for the sample of DoWhat You Wanna. Retrieved from: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s9LVk-1jDpw --- #HumanDomain #TacticalPsychology #CivilAffairs #SOFTraining#IrregularWarfare #MilitaryEducation #ConflictResolution #CognitiveEngagement#MissionPreparation #UnderstandingConflic, #HumanDomain #TacticalPsychology#CivilAffairs #SOFTraining #IrregularWarfare #MilitaryEducation#ConflictResolution #CognitiveEngagement #MissionPreparation#UnderstandingConflict #PsychologicalOperations #CivilMilitaryOperations#InformationWarfare #SpecialOperationsForces #MilitaryStrategy#DefenseInnovation #SouthernStrike2024 #USASOC #SOCOM #CAPro #JKO #SWCS #TRADOC#DODInnovation #USAR #353CACOM #2POG #20SFG #MSNationalGuard #SOFX

    22 min
  2. 260: Iran's revolt against the regime with Zolal Habibi

    MAR 3

    260: Iran's revolt against the regime with Zolal Habibi

    Please welcome back Zolal Habibi, one of the leaders of theresistance to the Iranian regime. I asked her to come on, at the last second, to give an update onthe resistance forces since the start of the US strikes. This is a newsinterview, so no editing. --- One CA is a product of the Civil Affairs Association andbrings in people who are current or former military, diplomats, developmentofficers, and field agents to discuss their experiences on the ground with apartner nation's people and leadership. We aim to inspire anyone interested in working in the "lastthree feet" of U.S. foreign relations.    To contact the show, email us at CApodcasting@gmail.com, or lookus up on the Civil Affairs Association website at www.civilaffairsassoc.org  --- Feedspot, the podcast industry ranking system, ranked One CAPodcast among the top 10 shows on foreign policy. Check it out at: https://podcast.feedspot.com/foreign_policy_podcasts/ ---  Special Thanks to Meditation Melodies for a sample ofHappy Uplifting Background Music for Spring. Retrieved from: https://youtu.be/WAKzLcwo2nw?si=PrrvRvTBnsPf19kQ --- #HumanDomain #TacticalPsychology #CivilAffairs #SOFTraining#IrregularWarfare #MilitaryEducation #ConflictResolution #CognitiveEngagement#MissionPreparation #UnderstandingConflic, #HumanDomain #TacticalPsychology#CivilAffairs #SOFTraining #IrregularWarfare #MilitaryEducation#ConflictResolution #CognitiveEngagement #MissionPreparation#UnderstandingConflict #PsychologicalOperations #CivilMilitaryOperations#InformationWarfare #SpecialOperationsForces #MilitaryStrategy#DefenseInnovation #SouthernStrike2024 #USASOC #SOCOM #CAPro #JKO #SWCS #TRADOC#DODInnovation #USAR #353CACOM #2POG #20SFG #MSNationalGuard #SOFX

    16 min

  3. FEB 24

    219: Nick Dubaz, Civil Affairs in Africa

    Please welcome Lieutenant Nick Dubaz, the G39 Director of the Southern European Task Force, Africa. Nick oversees Civil Affairs teams working across the continent to help U.S. Embassies build positive relations with partner nations' people and leaders. --- One CA is a product of the civil affairs association  and brings in people who are current or former military, diplomats, development officers, and field agents to discuss their experiences on the ground with a partner nation's people and leadership. We aim to inspire anyone interested in working in the "last three feet" of U.S. foreign relations.  To contact the show, email us at CApodcasting@gmail.com  or look us up on the Civil Affairs Association website at www civilaffairsassoc.org --- Great news! Feedspot, the podcast industry ranking system rated One CA Podcast as one of the top 10 shows on foreign policy. Check it out at: https://podcast.feedspot.com/foreign_policy_podcasts/ --- Music: Special Thanks to the site "Relaxing jazz piano" for the sample from Warm March Jazz Music. Retrieved from: https://youtu.be/m7WiikpM0J0?si=Ow6IiDktAqe6jykV

    20 min
  4. 259: Christine Balling on working with Civil Affairs in Columbia

    FEB 17

    259: Christine Balling on working with Civil Affairs in Columbia

    Welcome to the One CA Podcast. Today, DJ brings in ChristineBalling, the Senior Vice President for Professional Affiliations, IWP; Founderof Fundación ECCO; Former Advisor to the US SOCSOUTH Commander, to discuss herwork with Civil Affairs in Colombia.  --- One CA is a product of the Civil Affairs Association andbrings in people who are current or former military, diplomats, developmentofficers, and field agents to discuss their experiences on the ground with apartner nation's people and leadership. We aim to inspire anyone interested in working in the "lastthree feet" of U.S. foreign relations.    To contact the show, email us at CApodcasting@gmail.com, or look us up on the Civil Affairs Association website atwww.civilaffairsassoc.org  --- Feedspot, the podcast industry ranking system, rated One CAPodcast as one of the top 10 shows on foreign policy. Check it out at: https://podcast.feedspot.com/foreign_policy_podcasts/ ---  Special Thanks to Katie Lynch for a sample of the upbeat cinematic instrumental music. Retrieved from https://youtu.be/6rontj76AYc?si=tjOC08ewMFF2EnUc --- #HumanDomain #TacticalPsychology #CivilAffairs #SOFTraining#IrregularWarfare #MilitaryEducation #ConflictResolution #CognitiveEngagement#MissionPreparation #UnderstandingConflic, #HumanDomain #TacticalPsychology#CivilAffairs #SOFTraining #IrregularWarfare #MilitaryEducation#ConflictResolution #CognitiveEngagement #MissionPreparation#UnderstandingConflict #PsychologicalOperations #CivilMilitaryOperations#InformationWarfare #SpecialOperationsForces #MilitaryStrategy#DefenseInnovation #SouthernStrike2024 #USASOC #SOCOM #CAPro #JKO #SWCS #TRADOC#DODInnovation #USAR #353CACOM #2POG #20SFG #MSNationalGuard #SOFX

    25 min
  5. Report: Patrick Alley on Global Influence (Part II)

    FEB 10

    Report: Patrick Alley on Global Influence (Part II)

    Today we welcome Patrick Alley, co-founder of Global Witness.  Patrick Alley and his team at Global Witness are credited with countering multiple autocrats and kleptocrats worldwide. The most notable is collapsing the Khmer Rouge by exposing the illegal timber trade that was bankrolling the rebels. They created the Blood Diamond campaign to counter the De Beers diamond cartel and multiple rebel groups in Africa that used the conflict to fund some of the most brutal civil wars in the late 1990s.  Their findings were also critical for getting the UN Security Council to impose sanctions on Charles Taylor in Liberia and trials for crimes against humanity.  Patrick and Global Witness conducted similar operations in Europe and the Americas before he retired and published his first book, Very Bad People in 2022, and now his second book, Terrible Humans, which is available online and will be in bookstores around mid-August. This is part two of a two part episode with Mariah Yager from SMA to cohost the discussion on DOD Integrated Influence.  Patrick Alley: Global Witness: https://www.globalwitness.org/ Book, Terrible Humans: https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/patrick-alley/terrible-humans/9781800962385/  Book, Very Bad People: https://www.globalwitness.org/en/blog/very-bad-people-inside-story-fight-against-corruption/ Ted Talk: https://youtu.be/lUIrYBtkfl4  SMA version of the interview: SMA version of the interview: https://nsiteam.com/smaspeakerseries_31july2024/  --- One CA is a product of the civil affairs association  and brings in people who are current or former military, diplomats, development officers, and field agents to discuss their experiences on the ground with a partner nation's people and leadership. We aim to inspire anyone interested in working in the "last three feet" of U.S. foreign relations.  To contact the show, email us at CApodcasting@gmail.com  or look us up on the Civil Affairs Association website at www civilaffairsassoc.org --- Special thanks to the Juanes Channel for the intro sample of Desde Que Despierto Hasta Que Duermo. Retrieved from: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nZCeqUVeRMU ---

    22 min
  6. Repost Patrick Alley on Global Influence (Part I)

    FEB 3

    Repost Patrick Alley on Global Influence (Part I)

    Today we welcome Patrick Alley, co-founder of Global Witness.  Patrick Alley and his team at Global Witness are credited with countering multiple autocrats and kleptocrats worldwide. The most notable is collapsing the Khmer Rouge by exposing the illegal timber trade that was bankrolling the rebels. They created the Blood Diamond campaign to counter the De Beers diamond cartel and multiple rebel groups in Africa that used the conflict to fund some of the most brutal civil wars in the late 1990s.  Their findings were also critical for getting the UN Security Council to impose sanctions on Charles Taylor in Liberia and trials for crimes against humanity.  Patrick and Global Witness conducted similar operations in Europe and the Americas before he retired and published his first book, Very Bad People in 2022, and now his second book, Terrible Humans, which is available online and will be in bookstores around mid-August. This is a two part episode. Next week we bring in Mariah Yager from SMA to cohost the discussion on DOD Integrated Influence. So, stay tuned.  LInks: Today we welcome Patrick Alley, co-founder of Global Witness.  Patrick Alley and his team at Global Witness are credited with countering multiple autocrats and kleptocrats worldwide. The most notable is collapsing the Khmer Rouge by exposing the illegal timber trade that was bankrolling the rebels. They created the Blood Diamond campaign to counter the De Beers diamond cartel and multiple rebel groups in Africa that used the conflict to fund some of the most brutal civil wars in the late 1990s.  Their findings were also critical for getting the UN Security Council to impose sanctions on Charles Taylor in Liberia and trials for crimes against humanity.  Patrick and Global Witness conducted similar operations in Europe and the Americas before he retired and published his first book, Very Bad People in 2022, and now his second book, Terrible Humans, which is available online and will be in bookstores around mid-August. This is part two of a two part episode with Mariah Yager from SMA to cohost the discussion on DOD Integrated Influence.  Patrick Alley: Global Witness: https://www.globalwitness.org/ Book, Terrible Humans: https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/patrick-alley/terrible-humans/9781800962385/  Book, Very Bad People: https://www.globalwitness.org/en/blog/very-bad-people-inside-story-fight-against-corruption/ Ted Talk: https://youtu.be/lUIrYBtkfl4  SMA version of the interview: https://nsiteam.com/smaspeakerseries_31july2024/  --- One CA is a product of the civil affairs association  and brings in people who are current or former military, diplomats, development officers, and field agents to discuss their experiences on the ground with a partner nation's people and leadership. We aim to inspire anyone interested in working in the "last three feet" of U.S. foreign relations.  To contact the show, email us at CApodcasting@gmail.com  or look us up on the Civil Affairs Association website at www civilaffairsassoc.org --- Special thanks to the Juanes Channel for the intro sample of Desde Que Despierto Hasta Que Duermo. Retrieved from: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nZCeqUVeRMU ---

    26 min
  7. 258: Inside the Fight Against Violent Extremism with Michael Duffin

    JAN 27

    258: Inside the Fight Against Violent Extremism with Michael Duffin

    In this episode of the One CA Podcast, we welcome Michael Duffin, former senior policy advisor in the Bureau for Counterterrorism. With a career focused on identifying and mitigating violent extremism, Michael shares his experiences working in the complex human terrain globally. From policy rooms to field operations, his insights shed light on how Civil Affairs professionals operate in the “last three feet” of U.S. foreign relations—where diplomacy meets reality. One CA Podcast is produced by the Civil Affairs Association, One CA Podcast features voices from across the spectrum of military, diplomatic, and development communities. Whether you're a seasoned operator or just curious about the human domain of conflict resolution, this episode offers a powerful look into the strategies and psychology behind countering extremism. 🎵 Special thanks to Steve Martin and Alison Brown for the sample of their performance “Let’s Get Out of Here.” Retrieved from https://youtu.be/r9gQuh5z2XA?si=-RceFawMHjbZmGya For more, visit civilaffairsassoc.org or email us at CApodcasting@gmail.com. #Podcast #NewEpisode #ForeignPolicy #Counterterrorism #CivilAffairs #SpotifyPodcasts #PodcastCommunity #Diplomacy #NationalSecurity #ListenOnSpotify #PodcastPromotion #ConflictResolution #HumanDomain #PodcastLife #HumanDomain #TacticalPsychology #CivilAffairs #SOFTraining#IrregularWarfare #MilitaryEducation #ConflictResolution #CognitiveEngagement#MissionPreparation #UnderstandingConflic, #HumanDomain #TacticalPsychology#CivilAffairs #SOFTraining #IrregularWarfare #MilitaryEducation#ConflictResolution #CognitiveEngagement #MissionPreparation#UnderstandingConflict #PsychologicalOperations #CivilMilitaryOperations#InformationWarfare #SpecialOperationsForces #MilitaryStrategy#DefenseInnovation #SouthernStrike2024 #USASOC #SOCOM #CAPro #JKO #SWCS #TRADOC#DODInnovation #USAR #353CACOM #2POG #20SFG #MSNationalGuard #SOFX

    21 min
  8. 257: Iran Protests and Democratic Future with Zolal Habibi (Part II)

    JAN 20

    257: Iran Protests and Democratic Future with Zolal Habibi (Part II)

    Welcome to the One CA Podcast, a product of the Civil Affairs Association. In today’s episode, Building Iran’s Democratic Future with Zolal Habibi, we speak with a member of the National Council of Resistance of Iran. Habibi discusses the organized opposition to the Islamic Republic, the NCRI’s 10‑point plan for transition, and how Iranians are working to enact real change. This conversation explores what a democratic alternative could look like, the challenges of regime collapse, and the path forward for governance and humanitarian response.--- One CA brings together voices from across the military, diplomacy, development, and field operations to share experiences from the “last three feet” of U.S. foreign relations. --- Feedspot has ranked One CA among the top 10 foreign policy podcasts, and each episode is designed to inspire those working at the intersection of people, leadership, and global engagement. --- To connect with the show, email us at CApodcasting@gmail.com or visit the Civil Affairs Association at www.civilaffairsassoc.org ---  Special Thanks to --- #HumanDomain #TacticalPsychology #CivilAffairs #SOFTraining#IrregularWarfare #MilitaryEducation #ConflictResolution #CognitiveEngagement#MissionPreparation #UnderstandingConflic, #HumanDomain #TacticalPsychology#CivilAffairs #SOFTraining #IrregularWarfare #MilitaryEducation#ConflictResolution #CognitiveEngagement #MissionPreparation#UnderstandingConflict #PsychologicalOperations #CivilMilitaryOperations#InformationWarfare #SpecialOperationsForces #MilitaryStrategy#DefenseInnovation #SouthernStrike2024 #USASOC #SOCOM #CAPro #JKO #SWCS #TRADOC#DODInnovation #USAR #353CACOM #2POG #20SFG #MSNationalGuard #SOFX

    18 min
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One CA Podcast is here to inspire anyone interested in traveling to work with a partner nation’s people and leadership to forward U.S. foreign policy. ​ We bring in current or former military, diplomats, development officers, and field agents to discuss their experiences and give recommendations for working the ”last three feet” of foreign relations. The show is sponsored by the Civil Affairs Association.

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    Civil Affairs Association
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    263
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