Revolution in Military Affairs
Revolution in Military Affairs explores military innovation and modern warfare's evolution. Revolution in Military Affairs adheres to the position that the science of war exceeds the bounds of ideology. As such, Revolution of Military Affairs promotes the marketplace of ideas, and not just the advocacy of preferential thinking. Revolution in Military Affairs emphasizes military theory, dissecting wisdom from strategic minds that guide war. We discuss its relevance to today's challenges. Join us for conversations with experts and leaders, scrutinizing pressing issues from geopolitics to policies shaping armed conflict. Whether a strategist or theory enthusiast, we're your compass in navigating warfare and global strategy. Subscribe now to uncover the future of armed conflict and military theory's wisdom. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes
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Jun 9, 2025 • 44min
Ground Combat with Ben Connable
Ben Connable, an expert in security studies and author of 'Ground Combat', dives into the realities of modern warfare. He critiques common misconceptions about ground combat and advocates for evidence-based military strategies through the Battle Research Group. Connable examines the influence of historical tactics on today’s military doctrines and the challenges posed by drone technology. He emphasizes the importance of logistical support and the complexities of battlefield dynamics, urging a critical evaluation of military literature and strategies.
Jun 5, 2025 • 45min
* Special Ukraine War Update * A Conversation with Christopher Miller
You can find Christopher Miller's The War Came to Us: Life and Death in Ukraine on Amazon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 2, 2025 • 42min
Civil-Military Relations with Frank Sobchak
Read Frank's article "Civil Military Relations in the United States" at Small Wars Journal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 26, 2025 • 40min
Sensors from Space to Mud
A Conversation with Andrew Evans, Director of the US Army's ISR Task Force Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 19, 2025 • 25min
Artificial Intelligence - A Modern Manhattan Project
Check out EdgeRunner AI. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 12, 2025 • 58min
Candace Rondeaux on the Russia-Ukraine War and Putin's Sledgehammer
You can find Candace's new book Putin's Sledgehammer: The Wagner Group and Russia's Collapse Into Mercenary Chaos here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 5, 2025 • 36min
III Armored Corps and America's Hammer
A Conversation with Lieutenant General Kevin Admiral Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 10, 2025 • 33min
Jim Storr on War and Warfare in the Twentieth Century
Jim Storr, a former British Army officer and expert in military strategy, dives deep into the complexities of 20th-century warfare. He discusses the significance of precision in military terminology and the evolution of tactics, highlighting innovations like the blitzkrieg. Storr also examines the role of aerial support alongside ground operations and challenges in irregular warfare, using the Provisional IRA as a case study. His insights question current military strategies and their implications on contemporary defense spending.
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Mar 3, 2025 • 18min
Raphael Cohen and the False Promise of Strategic Bombing
Raphael Cohen, a senior political scientist at RAND and an expert in defense strategy, discusses the misconceptions surrounding strategic bombing in modern warfare. He critiques the belief that technological advancements equate to military success, revealing how such campaigns often empower adversaries rather than defeat them. Cohen highlights the strategic implications of drone warfare and the historical failures of air power, stressing that contemporary conflicts require a reevaluation of traditional military strategies and their political motivations.
Feb 10, 2025 • 36min
A Discussion on Strategy with Coach Willie Fritz, University of Houston Football Coach
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