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Arsenal of Democracy
34: Is War Today More Like Star Wars or Mad Max? (feat. Michael Doran)
Jul 10, 2024
Michael Doran, Hudson Senior Fellow, discusses the need for a modern army focused on traditional assets like armor and artillery. He argues that current wars are resource-heavy and require a hybrid industrial base. The podcast explores the comparison between Star Wars and Mad Max in real-world conflicts like Israel-Gaza and Ukraine. It emphasizes the importance of technological innovation and strategic planning for effective military strategies.
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- Modern wars are resource-heavy, requiring both technology and traditional ground forces.
- Shift in military strategies towards Mad Max-style industrial base for successful conflict resolution.
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Shift from Star Wars to Mad Max Paradigm
The podcast discusses how the traditional reliance on a Star Wars-like paradigm, focusing on technology and innovation, in military policies is being challenged. Instead, the shift towards a Mad Max paradigm, highlighting the importance of boots on the ground, direct conflict, and basic munitions in modern warfare, is emphasized.
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