Jeffrey Stern
Author and journalist specializing in war reporting and histories of military technology; wrote The Warhead, a history of the Paveway smart bomb, and previously authored The Mercenary.
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Feb 2, 2026 • 41min
It's Always Exploding Somewhere: Why No Weapon Is Ever Perfect
Jeffrey Stern, author and war reporter known for The Warhead, recounts the rise of the Paveway smart bomb and its messy realities. He traces Texas Instruments' role, the political lure of precision weapons, and the human costs on the ground. Conversations touch on corporate banality, systemic responsibility, gender dynamics in weapons work, and the dangers of AI-driven targeting.
