School of War cover image

Ep 109: John Noonan on Nuclear Weapons and Policy

School of War

CHAPTER

The Portrayal of Nuclear Weapons and Policy in War Games

This chapter discusses the portrayal of nuclear weapons and policy in the movie War Games, comparing it to the reality of being a missile operator in the Air Force. The speaker recounts their experience and the weighty responsibility of being prepared to level industrial zones in cities, while expressing frustration about not knowing specific targets and efforts made to prevent collateral damage.

00:00
Transcript
Play full episode

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts

Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
App store bannerPlay store banner