Off Limits w/ Bryan Callen The Horror of War is Perpetual and BY DESIGN | feat. Blackwater CEO Erik Prince
Feb 2, 2024
Blackwater CEO Erik Prince discusses the costly nature of war, the Military Industrial Complex, and the addiction to greed in the military. They delve into private military contractors, defense contracting intricacies, and the impact of the military industry on the economy. The podcast also explores Chinese government's conflict preparations, privacy concerns of modern phones, and strategies for conflict resolution in Yemen.
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Private Contractors Are Historically Normal
- Erik Prince argues private military contractors historically supported national aims and can be necessary when used properly.
- He distinguishes contractors from "mercenaries" and cites colonial and Revolutionary precedents.
How Blackwater Began
- Prince describes Blackwater starting as a training and customer service organization after he left the Navy.
- He built capabilities in security, logistics, aviation to support US operations post-9/11.
Outsource Support Functions To Save Money
- Outsource logistics, maintenance and training where private firms can be far cheaper and leaner than the military.
- Use firm-fixed-price contracts to force efficiency and control costs.