

The Proceedings Podcast
U.S. Naval Institute
The Naval Institute is a private, not-for-profit educational institution whose mission is to provide an independent forum for those who dare to read, think, speak, and write to advance the professional, literary, and scientific understanding of sea power and other issues critical to global security.
Every week on the Proceedings Podcast, the Naval Institute's Director of Outreach, Ward Carroll, and the Editor-in-Chief of Proceedings, Bill Hamblet, talk about what's happening in the Sea Services, latest news from USNI News, stories in Proceedings and Naval History magazines, and interview Naval Institute authors. Deputy Editor Bill Bray joins the cast from time to time as well.
Every week on the Proceedings Podcast, the Naval Institute's Director of Outreach, Ward Carroll, and the Editor-in-Chief of Proceedings, Bill Hamblet, talk about what's happening in the Sea Services, latest news from USNI News, stories in Proceedings and Naval History magazines, and interview Naval Institute authors. Deputy Editor Bill Bray joins the cast from time to time as well.
Episodes
Mentioned books

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Dec 29, 2023 • 42min
EP. 374: It's All About Sea Control
Navy Commander Anthony LaVopa discusses the importance of developing tactics for sea control, addressing scenarios in 2026, rethinking military capabilities, and the significance of discussing American sea power.

Dec 29, 2023 • 32min
EP. 373: Duel in the Deep
Naval History Editor-in-Chief Eric Mills interviews author David Sears on his new book "Duel in the Deep: The Hunters, The Hunted, and a High Seas Fight to the Finish," from the Naval Institute Press.

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Dec 15, 2023 • 35min
EP. 372: Questioning the Carrier—Opportunities for Fleet Design in the U.S. Navy
Naval Officer Jeff Vandenengel discusses opportunities in fleet design for the U.S. Navy and his new book. They explore flaws and alternatives to the carrier-centric model. New classes of ships in the Navy's flex fleet are explored, along with reflections on the Ford carrier scenario. The conversation concludes with appreciation for the guest's book.

Dec 14, 2023 • 28min
EP. 371: Delivering Destruction—Interviewing Author Chris K. Hemler
Eric Mills interviews Christ K. Hemler on his book "Delivering Destruction: American Firepower and Amphibious Assault from Tarawa to Iwo Jima" from the Naval Institute Press.

Dec 5, 2023 • 42min
EP. 370: Entering Phase III of the American Sea Power Project
Host Bill Hamblet talks with Retired Navy Commander Paul Giarra and Retired Navy Captain Gerard Roncolato about the final phase of the American Sea Power Project.

Dec 1, 2023 • 38min
EP. 369: An Interview with David Poyer
Host Bill Hamblet interviews author David Poyer about his latest book "The Academy" from the Dan Lenson series.
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Nov 30, 2023 • 49min
EP. 368: Maneuver Warfare Is Just Operational Art
Bill Hamblet talks to Marine Corps Major Christopher Denzel about his article in the November issue of Proceedings.

Nov 21, 2023 • 33min
EP. 367: Logistics 2030: Foraging Is Not Going to Cut It
Bill Hamblet talks with Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel Brian Donlon about his prize-winning essay for the Marine Corps Essay Contest, featured in the November issue of Proceedings.

Nov 20, 2023 • 44min
EP. 366: Deploy with Dogs
Bill Hamblet talks with retired Navy Captain John P. Cordle and retired Commander Bob Alpigini about their experiences deploying with dogs on their crew and how dogs can improve crew morale.

Nov 9, 2023 • 45min
EP. 365: Cohesion Is a Warfighting Advantage
Host Bill Hamblet talks with Navy ensigns Nicholas J. Romanow and Madison Sargeant about their prize-winning essay from the June issue of Proceedings.