
Squaring the Circle
Squaring the Circle digs into the fascinating cerebral world of force management and other areas of interest. This podcast explores the processes and systems in force management. It also dives into strategy, warfighting, and changes to the character of war – all things that a force manager needs familiarity with. So, join me with experts and leaders wherever you are in time and space while we look at the challenges and opportunities in today's environmentViews are solely my own and do not reflect those of other individuals or organizations Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes

Aug 26, 2024 • 1h 1min
Discussion on War, Military Theory and the Russo-Ukrainian Conflict with Amos Fox
Link to his publication - I highly encourage the listeners to purchase a copy:+ https://www.amazon.com/dp/1912440539?ref=cm_sw_r_apin_dp_4XY2HDEGM1M255WZBCFD&ref_=cm_sw_r_apin_dp_4XY2HDEGM1M255WZBCFD&social_share=cm_sw_r_apin_dp_4XY2HDEGM1M255WZBCFD&language=en-US&skipTwisterOG=1Additional information for further understanding of war, sieges, and military theory:+ https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&si=tZsodG_55Wv0ukw9&ai&v=TXwdrQU5oL0&feature=youtu.be+ https://www.ausa.org/publications/army-aviation-and-decisiveness-air-ground-littoral+https://shows.acast.com/revolution-in-military-affairs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 25, 2024 • 50min
Defense Industrial Base, Acquisitions and Transformation with Andrew Glenn
Link to Andrew's newsletter:https://andrewglenn.substack.com/p/the-arsenal-dilemma-the-case-against Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 16, 2024 • 1h 16min
The All-Volunteer Force with Dr. Gil Barndollar
For more information regarding Dr. Barndollar's research, please see below. In addition, below are links to the articles mentioned in this episode:+ https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/19/magazine/suicide-military-austin-valley.html+https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/19/magazine/suicides-military.html+ https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2023/07/all-volunteer-force-crisis/674603/+ https://foreignpolicy.com/author/gil-barndollar/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 16, 2024 • 51min
Drones and Changing Character of War with LTC Paul Lushenko
For more information regarding Dr. Lushenko's work, please see below:+ https://media.defense.gov/2024/Feb/22/2003398040/-1/-1/0/CoS34-podcast-transcript-Lushenko.PDF+ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=57QqAfjiXyI+ https://shows.acast.com/revolution-in-military-affairs/episodes/the-legitimacy-of-drone-warfare Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 15, 2024 • 58min
DSCA, Force Management and Leadership Discussion with LTG (R) Buchanan
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Jul 13, 2024 • 52min
The Russo-Ukrainian Conflict and Future War with Dr. Anthony Tingle
Join Dr. Anthony Tingle, an independent researcher and author focused on 21st-century warfare, as he dives into the Russian-Ukrainian conflict. He shares firsthand experiences from Ukraine and emphasizes the pivotal role of technology, particularly drones and space tech like Starlink. Tingle discusses the challenges faced by American volunteers and the implications of attritional warfare. He also raises important concerns about the future threats of biological warfare and the evolving dynamics of military leadership in today's landscape.

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Jun 20, 2024 • 53min
MDO and FM 3-0 discussion with Mr. Matt Farmer, Doctrine Developer for the Combined Arms Doctrine Directorate
Mr. Matt Farmer, a Doctrine Developer for the Combined Arms Doctrine Directorate, delves into Multi-Domain Operations (MDO) and the military doctrine of FM 3-0. He explains how MDO integrates technology and addresses modern challenges. Farmer discusses the crucial role of doctrine in military education and emphasizes flexibility and adaptability in strategy. He highlights decision-making complexities, the significance of understanding both friendly and enemy capabilities, and the contemporary relevance of military concepts like 'center of gravity.'

Jun 19, 2024 • 1h 8min
Force Management Discussion with Mr. Daniel Egbert, Chief, Force Integration Division
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Jun 9, 2024 • 1h 1min
Discussion on America and the World - Past, Present, and Future with Dr. Stephen Wertheim
For more information:https://www.hup.harvard.edu/books/9780674248663https://www.foreignaffairs.com/reviews/capsule-review/tomorrow-world-birth-us-global-supremacyhttps://www.foreignaffairs.com/united-states/why-america-cant-have-it-all Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 4, 2024 • 1h 2min
Force Management Discussion with LTC Sumpter and MAJ Zerr
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