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Mentioned in 20 episodes
On war
Book • 1962
Carl von Clausewitz's "On War" is a seminal work on military strategy, exploring the complex interplay of military, political, and social factors in warfare.
It emphasizes the importance of understanding the nature of war as a dynamic and unpredictable phenomenon.
The book delves into various aspects of military strategy, including the role of chance, the importance of morale, and the relationship between war and politics.
Its enduring influence is evident in its continued relevance to military studies, international relations, and strategic thinking.
It remains a cornerstone of military theory.
It emphasizes the importance of understanding the nature of war as a dynamic and unpredictable phenomenon.
The book delves into various aspects of military strategy, including the role of chance, the importance of morale, and the relationship between war and politics.
Its enduring influence is evident in its continued relevance to military studies, international relations, and strategic thinking.
It remains a cornerstone of military theory.
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Mentioned in 20 episodes
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Brett McKay in relation to the concept of 'friction' in complex systems and how multiple factors can contribute to failure.
Brett McKay in relation to the concept of 'friction' in complex systems and how multiple factors can contribute to failure.
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The 3 Types of Failure (And How to Learn From Each)
Recommended by Noah Feldman as the single most influential book on war written since Sun Tzu's Art of War.
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#617: In Case You Missed It: July 2022 Recap of "The Tim Ferriss Show"
Mentioned by Jonathan Hackett as an example of a culturally influential military text.
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Theory vs. Practice: What is Irregular War?
Mentioned by Brett McKay when discussing the role of intuition in strategy, referencing Clausewitz's observations on the Napoleonic Wars.
Brett McKay when discussing the role of intuition in strategy, referencing Clausewitz's observations on the Napoleonic Wars.
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Think More Strategically
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Andrew Lambert and Beatrice Heuser in relation to Corbett's adaptation of Clausewitz's theories to include naval strategy.
Andrew Lambert and Beatrice Heuser in relation to Corbett's adaptation of Clausewitz's theories to include naval strategy.
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S1E1: Sir Julian Corbett and the British Way of War with Professor Andrew Lambert
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Jocko Willink in the context of Admiral McRaven's book, Spec Ops, and his theory of special operations.
Jocko Willink in the context of Admiral McRaven's book, Spec Ops, and his theory of special operations.
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290: Sea Stories and Tales of Terror, with Admiral William McRaven
Mentioned by Jocko Willink and 
Echo Charles as a highly influential military theorist whose work is discussed and critiqued in this podcast.
Jocko Willink and Echo Charles as a highly influential military theorist whose work is discussed and critiqued in this podcast.
286: The Indirect Approach is The Best "Strategy" in All Cases.
Mentioned by Jocko Willink and 
Dave Burke in the context of military strategy, particularly his concept of "mass" and its limitations.
Jocko Willink and Dave Burke in the context of military strategy, particularly his concept of "mass" and its limitations.
285: STRATEGY. How the Long Way Around is The Shortest Distance Between Two Points.
Referenced by Bradley Thayer , highlighting the warning against starting a war without a clear objective and plan.
WarRoom Battleground EP 793: Keeping A Strong Dollar; History Of Key Conflicts Across The World
Mentioned by Jocko Willink and Dave Burke in the context of B.H. Liddell Hart's critique of his theories.
Jocko Willink and Dave Burke in the context of B.H. Liddell Hart's critique of his theories.
287: Be Sure You Can See The Pathways To Victory... Then Start.
Mentioned by 
Benjamin Studebaker and Elizabeth Dearden-Williams throughout the podcast as a key text in understanding war and its complexities.
Benjamin Studebaker and Elizabeth Dearden-Williams throughout the podcast as a key text in understanding war and its complexities.
Clausewitz (w/Elizabeth Dearden-Williams)
