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From Green Beret and Army Special Mission Unit to Secretary of Defense | Chris Miller | Ep. 205

May 1, 2023
Former Secretary of Defense, Chris Miller, shares candid and thought-provoking insights on his experiences and the state of American power. Topics include military service, escape and evasion planning, memorable moments in the military, Capitol Hill protests, and the role of Special Forces in global competition with China.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
From Special Forces to Acting Secretary of Defense
01:35 • 6min
3
Growing up in Military Families and the Decision to Serve
07:19 • 6min
4
Reflections on Military Entry and Article 15s
12:58 • 3min
5
Old Technology and Military Experiences
15:50 • 8min
6
Military Deployment and Training
23:49 • 25min
7
Escape and Evasion Planning
48:21 • 25min
8
The Moment of Impact
01:13:12 • 21min
9
Memorable Moments in the Military
01:33:46 • 28min
10
Coming Home from War: Reflections and Reservations
02:01:19 • 16min
11
Command and Control Challenges, Summer Hosting, and Restricted Airspace
02:17:10 • 3min
12
A Desperate Mission and the Arrival of Resupply
02:19:42 • 24min
13
The Role of Generals in the Military
02:43:53 • 13min
14
Replacing Mark Esper
02:56:38 • 30min
15
Capitol Hill Protests: Law Enforcement and Military Support
03:27:03 • 11min
16
The Importance of Truth and the Experience of Being Interviewed
03:37:35 • 2min
17
The Role of Special Forces in Global Competition with China
03:39:28 • 2min
18
Playful Conversations and Hypothetical Space Adventures
03:41:44 • 6min
19
AI in Military and National Defense
03:47:20 • 4min
20
Life After the Secretary of Defense
03:51:46 • 12min