Off Leash with Erik Prince

Erik delves into the complex and daring raid conducted by IDF forces in central Gaza that resulted in the release of four hostages. This discussion includes the elements of surprise and deception used in the daytime raid, its strategic planning, and the tragic death of the operation's commander. The episode highlights Israel's much-needed victory and the brutal tactics employed by Hamas, including using citizens as human shields and residential areas as prisons for hostages. #Israel #Gaza #IDF #hostagerescue #Hamas #raid #militaryoperation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Explore strategies Taiwan's new president should adopt to prepare for a potential Chinese invasion, the crucial roles of the U.S. Navy and Japan in geopolitics, and how past military successes of smaller nations can be leveraged against larger adversaries.

In this episode, Erik outlines a comprehensive plan that could have saved trillions of dollars and thousands of American lives in Afghanistan while eliminating the Taliban. He also proposes a strategy that could have averted the Russian invasion of Ukraine for less than $1 billion by sending Ukraine obsolete American aircraft, including the A-10. Erik concludes with a common-sense approach to replace the failed Neocon ideology, aiming to make enemies fear us, friends love us, and rivals respect us. #Afghanistan #Neocon #MilitaryIndustrialComplex #Blackwater #SpecialForces #NATO #Ukraine #Pentagon #Mercenary #Contractor #Russia #Putin #Houthi #Yemen #NASA #Lockheed #Boeing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Erik Prince explains how Neocon ideology hindered effective military strategy in Afghanistan by favoring conventional presence over efficient NATO Special Forces approach. He criticizes the military-industrial complex for costly and ineffective strategies, advocating for a contractor-based alternative. The discussion delves into bureaucratic delays, cultural issues, and political influence on military decisions, shedding light on the complexities of warfare in Afghanistan.

Join Erik as he delves into the Neocon establishment’s roots in Washington, from the fall of the USSR to today's defense spending issues. Explore how aggressive stances toward Russia, leading to the Ukraine war, and conflicts in Africa serve to generate profits for politicians and defense contractors. Discover why private security firms, despite their cost-effective operations, are sidelined in favor of high-cost military interventions that fuel U.S. national debt and enrich the military-industrial complex. Erik also discusses his critical piece, 'Too Big to Win: How the MIC and the Neocons Keep America Losing.' Tune in for a deep dive into the history, impact, and financial underpinnings of endless war driven by Neocon policies. #Neocon #Military-IndustrialComplex #EndlessWar #Russia #Ukraine #ColdWar #USSR #PrivateSecurityFirms #DefenseSpending #NationalDebt #Mercenary Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Erik Prince as he delivers his expert analysis on the growing tensions between Israel and Iran. Discover why the recent exchanges of drone and missile attacks didn't escalate to an all-out war, what the future holds for both nations, and the implications for the U.S. and global oil prices. Erik explores America's role, Iran’s strategic decisions, and Israel’s diplomatic constraints in this in-depth discussion. #Iran #Israel #aggression #geopolitics #droneattacks #missileattacks #U.S.policy #oilprices #Bidenadministration #ErikPrince #internationalrelations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dive deep into the political maneuvers as Speaker Mike Johnson pushes through $95 billion in foreign aid with Democrat support. Explore the implications of Congress renewing FISA, which increases government surveillance on American citizens. Join Erik as he discusses the reauthorization of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, which he argues functions more like a Domestic Intelligence Surveillance Act (DISA), expanding federal spying capabilities. Understand how tech and communication giants are compelled to comply with these surveillance measures and the constraints on informing the public. #Ukraine #Israel #Uniparty #FISA #Spying #ForeignAid #MikeJohnson #Republican #Democrat #WarrantlessSurveillance #FederalSpending #NationalDebt #FirstAmendment #FourthAmendment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, we explore the rise of drone warfare and its implications on global military dynamics. As the U.S. loses its monopoly on drone technology, we delve into recent developments such as Russia's first fully autonomous land-air drone attack. We also discuss Israel's challenges in minimizing civilian casualties and consider how these advancements affect America's military strategies. #Drones #AI #Ukraine #Russia #Iran #Houthis #Terrorism #War #History #Technology Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Analyze the impact of Joe Biden's policies on global energy markets with Erik and Mark. Learn how the lifting of sanctions on countries like Iran and Venezuela influences oil prices and power dynamics worldwide. Compare the differences from the Trump administration and understand the broader consequences on economies and conflicts globally. #EnergyMarkets #BidenAdministration #OilPrices #Sanctions #Iran #Venezuela #GlobalEconomy #EnergyPolicy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Erik Prince reflects on the Moscow terror attack, Russian hostilities with the Muslim world, and implications for the Middle East. He also discusses a somber Balkan anniversary and the importance of learning from historical events to prevent ongoing conflicts.