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In this In Homeland Security podcast, William Tucker, Chief Correspondent for In Homeland Security, and Phillip Smyth, a researcher for the University of Maryland and expert on Syria and Lebanon, discuss the potential for a response to a U.S. punitive strike against the Syrian regime.

In light of the tragic bombing that recently took place on April 15 in Boston there has been a cry for more community involvement and support. The outpouring support for the victims of the tragedy has been heard not just from around the U.S., but around the globe. This event showed a fast acting medical community, a well trained police force, and many welcoming hearts and hands in a time of need. One such example of community assistance and civic duty was from that of AMU Student, and First Sergeant, Bernard (Bernie) Madore. At the time of the bombing Bernie, an active duty soldier with the Massachusetts National Guard, was participating in the marathon along with fellow soldiers to honor fallen comrades. Here he shares his unique story about what he saw at the event, and how he and so many others assisted those in need that day.

Stephen Schwalbe, Program Director for Political Science at American Public University, shares the definition of a US Embassy Country Team. He also details the relation between a Country Team and the President’s cabinet.

Dr. Kristen Obst, Associate Professor in the Public Administration program at American Public University, explains the public policy angle of the Stand Your Ground Law in reference to the Trayvon Martin case in Florida.

Dr. Kevin Fandl, Associate Professor of Public Policy at American Public University, explains the legal angle and implications of the Stand Your Ground Law in reference to the Trayvon Martin case in Florida.

Join American Military University as we break down all aspects of the death of Osama Bin Laden. Intelligence Analyst and Program Director at AMU, Elena Mastors discusses what the death of Osama Bin Laden means for the United States of America and the world. This is part two of a two-part series.

Join American Public University as we discuss the implications of the recent trial and verdict of Casey Anthony.

AMU Dean of Graduate studies Patricia Campbell along with Chief Correspondent for InHomelandSecurity.com, William Tucker discuss the death of Libya leader Muammar Gaddafi. Gaddafi was killed on Thursday, October 20th after an 8 month long coup.

InHomelandSecurity.com‘s chief correspondent, William Tucker is interviewed about the disrupted plot to assassinate Adel Al-Jubeir, the Saudi Ambassador to the U.S.

Constance St. Germain-Driscoll, American Public University’s Director of Criminal Justice and Legal Studies programs, discusses the legal fallout of the school shooting that occurred in the Chardon, Ohio high school on February 27, 2012.

William Tucker, Chief Correspondent for InHomelandSecurity.com, provides his view on the significance of Kim Jong-il’s passing.

Dr. Charles Bindig, former public school teacher and administrator, shares his thoughts on the role leadership played during the Chardon shooting, and if schools have the ability to prevent these types of tragedies.

American Public University has been staying abreast of trends, strategies and challenges in hospitality. Recently there have been number of legislative matters in the lodging sector that need to be addressed. We interviewed APU Hospitality Management Program Director, Sheri Hernandez, and EVP of Public Affairs for the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA), Marlene Colucci. Take a listen to these leaders discuss OTA, Department of Labor audits, and other timely concerns within the hospitality industry.

There are a lot of questions to be answered in regards to arming Syrian opposition, and how Middle East security is affecting the U.S. What could go wrong if unknown entities were armed? What is the role of intelligence in such a situation? Dr. Joe Campos, Program Director for Intelligence Studies at American Military University answers these complex questions in the podcast below. Dr. Campos also responds to the complexities of President Obama’s decision not to arm Syrian opposition, and how the complexities and dynamic in this relationship continues to change.

Join AMU and InHomelandSecurity.com for an analysis of the current crisis in Libya with Dr. Patricia Campbell of AMU.

Join American Military University as we break down all aspects of the death of Osama Bin Laden. Writer and Adjunct Professor, Joseph Campos II discusses what the death of Osama Bin Laden means for the United States of America and the world. This is part one of a two-part series.

On April 22, 2011, an explosion rocked the Deepwater Horizon drilling rig in the Gulf of Mexico, killing 11 workers, sinking the rig, and releasing a massive amount of crude oil into the ocean. Nearly 4.9 million barrels of oil (200 million gallons) are believed to have leaked into the Gulf, fouling shorelines, crushing local economies, and damaging the environment to an extent that’s yet to be fully determined. Join American Military University and Dr. Chris Reynolds with a deep dive one year later into the lingering effects of the Gulf Oil Spill.