Gen. Frank McKenzie

14th commander of United States Central Command, whose area of responsibility included the Middle East, Central Asia, and parts of South Asia. Author of the book "The Melting Point."

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Jun 19, 2024 • 41min

High Command with Retired General Frank McKenzie

Retired General Frank McKenzie, former commander of U.S. Central Command and author of "The Melting Point," shares gripping insights from his 42 years in the military. He discusses the complexities of military leadership, including the balance of civilian oversight during critical operations. McKenzie reflects on the implications of Qasem Soleimani's assassination and the future of U.S.-Iran relations. He also dives into the significance of a potential Saudi-US deal, the evolving cyber threat landscape, and the strategic challenges posed by global powers like China and Russia.

Jun 20, 2024 • 41min

488: Gen. Frank McKenzie: High Command and War in the 21st Century - From the Killing of Soleimani to the Fall of Kabul

Gen. Frank McKenzie discusses his experiences in high command, targeting Soleimani, Kabul withdrawal, military leadership, combatant commanders' roles, US vs. Russian military expertise, Marine Corps evolution, assessing allies' strengths in decision-making.