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Flynn puts Iran on Notice; Nikki Haley is taking names; Fighting renews in Ukraine

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2017 9:25


In this week On Security, David Schanzer discusses the myriad of national security challenges facing the Trump administration, including Iran's ballistic missile test, the refugee issue, and the renewed fighting and aggression in Ukraine. David analyzes the implications of the Trump administration's response on these issues thus far. Music Credit: Righteous by Silent Partner from You tube’s Audio Library www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPN-6AietBk

2016 Decrease in Muslim-Americans associated with violent extremism; Trump's rocky transition

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2017 13:24


In this week On Security, Scott Briggaman interviews David Schanzer about the Triangle Center on Terrorism and Homeland Security's recent publication on Muslim-American relations that reports a significant decrease in the number of Muslim-Americans associated with violent extremism in 2016. Schanzer also covers Trump's first week as president and touches on some of his most controversial executive orders, including his order to build a Mexican border wall. Music Credit: Righteous by Silent Partner from You tube’s Audio Library www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPN-6AietBk

North Korea to launch ICBM; Chlsea Manning Released; Extinction of Primates

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2017 11:16


In this week's On Security, Professor David Schanzer and Scott Briggaman discuss a wide range of security issues including Chelsea Manning's prison sentence recently commuted by President Obama; the necessity of protecting and preserving the world's ecosystems; the escalation of the fight against ISIS in Libya; and North Korea's threat to launch intercontinental ballistic missiles as a welcome for newly inaugurated President Trump. Music Credit: Righteous by Silent Partner from You tube’s Audio Library www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPN-6AietBk

Comey pre-election letters; Trump & Intelligence Agencies; Tillerson on S. China Sea

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2017 12:31


Audition Template: 1 Mono Host track (with Speech Volume Leveler), 1 Mono Interview track (with Speech Volume Leveler), 1 Stereo Sound FX with effects, 1 Stereo Music Bed track. 44.1k, 16 bit, Stereo Master.While 2017 has just begun, David Schanzer, Director of the Triangle Center on Terrorism and Homeland Security, and Scott Briggaman find plenty to discuss in the way of national security. This On Security episode delves into the political headlines most pertinent to issues of national security, including the investigation into FBI Director Comey's behavior during the election; Trump's relationship with the intelligence community; the leaked Trump dossier; Rex Tillerson's controversial comments on the South China Seas; and the disagreements that exist between the president-elect and his Secretary of Defense pick, James Mattis. Music Credit: Righteous by Silent Partner from You tube’s Audio Library www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPN-6AietBk

The Tragedy of Aleppo; an American Embassy in Jerusalem; reactions in the South China Seas

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2016 15:18


David Schanzer and Scott Briggaman round out 2016 by discussing a wide range of issues, starting with the tragedy of Aleppo and President Obama's failed foreign policy in the region. They also turn to the future, discussing the implications of Trump's most recent actions regarding China, Taiwan, Russia and Israel, and the implications these will have for American foreign policy in 2017 and beyond. Music Credit: Righteous by Silent Partner from You tube’s Audio Library www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPN-6AietBk

Trump's cabinet nominations; Angela Merke's niqab ban; Assad's impending victory in Aleppo

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2016 16:27


In this week On Security, David Schanzer, Director of the Triangle Center on Terrorism and Homeland Security, discusses the implications of Assad's impending victory in Syria. He and Scott Briggaman also discuss Angela Merkel's call for a ban on the full-face veil and the rise of populism across Europe. David also provides his take on Trump nominating three retired generals to cabinet positions, specifically, his most recent nomination of John Kelly as secretary of the Department of Homeland Security. Music Credit: Righteous by Silent Partner from You tube’s Audio Library www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPN-6AietBk

Trump's transition, the future of Japanese-American relations, and preventing lone wolf attacks.

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2016 13:20


In this week's On Security, Professor David Schanzer and Scott Briggaman discuss an array of American national security and foreign policy issues, including President-elect Trump's meeting with Japanese PM, Shinzo Abe, DNI Clapper's resignation, radicalized violence, and the killing of three American soliders by a Jordanian solider. Music Credit: Righteous by Silent Partner from You tube’s Audio Library www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPN-6AietBk

President-elect Trump and the Future of American Foreign Policy

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2016 11:16


In this week's On Security, Professor David Schanzer discusses with Scott Briggaman the most pressing foreign policy issues facing President-elect Trump. Schanzer predicts what we can expect to see from the new administration as they confront the complex realities of the world. Music Credit: Righteous by Silent Partner from You tube’s Audio Library www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPN-6AietBk

The Battle for Mosul continues, al-Baghdadi speaks, and the High Court rules on Brexit

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2016 12:38


In the latest installment of On Security, Scott Briggaman and Professor David Schanzer discuss the Battle for Mosul, al-Baghdadi's new audio message to his followers, and the most recent Brexit developments. Music Credit: Righteous by Silent Partner from Youtube's Audio Library www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPN-6AietBk

Venezuela erupts, Turkey joins the fight in Mosul, and the anti-ISIS coalition turns focus to Raqqa

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2016 13:12


In this week's On Security, Duke Professor David Schanzer provides insight on the instability, proxy wars, and factions that characterize the modern Middle East. He and Scott Briggaman also delve into Venezuelan crisis as thousands of citizens take to the streets in anti-Maduro protests. Music Credit: Righteous by Silent Partner from You tube’s Audio Library www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPN-6AietBk

The battle for Mosul and the Clinton email leaks

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2016 9:57


In this week's On Security, David Schanzer discusses with Scott Briggaman the Clinton email leaks, the need for government transparency, and Iraq's battle to retake ISIS-controlled Mosul.

Deteriorating US-Russian relations, Russian cyber-attacks, and a resurgent Taliban

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2016 11:09


In the latest On Security, director of the Triangle Center on Terrorism and Homeland Security, David Schanzer discusses deteriorating US-Russian relations, Russian cyber-attacks, tension between Turkey and Iraq, a resurgent Taliban, and possible war crimes committed by the U.S. in Yemen.

American policy and strategy in Aleppo

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2016 12:39


David Schanzer discusses with Scott Briggaman the complex situation in Aleppo and provides advice for US response and policy moving forward.

Chelsea Bomber; Clinton vs. Trump strategy on ISIS; Syrian ceasefire & U.S. military strategy

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2016 11:09


In the latest installment of On Security, Scott Briggaman and Professor David Schanzer discuss the most recent events and developments in U.S. national security and the Middle East.

Did Obama “Found” ISIS? ISIS Setback in Libya; Tension in Ukraine; Turkey’s Extradition Request

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2016 15:38


In the latest installment of On Security, Scott Briggaman speaks with Professor David Schanzer about whether Obama "Found ISIS". Professor Schanzer also discusses the tension in Ukraine and Turkey's Extradition request.

Payments to Iran; ISIS Arrest in North Carolina; Attack in London; Refugees in Olympics

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2016 13:22


In the latest installment of On Security, Scott Briggaman speaks with Professor David Schanzer about payments sent to Iran, an ISIS arrest in North Carolina, and security at the Olympics.

Democratic National Convention; Iran Nuclear Deal; Strategies to Combat ISIS

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2016 18:05


In the latest installment of On Security, Scott Briggaman speaks with Professor David Schanzer about the Democratic National Convention, the Iran Nuclear Deal, and Secretary Hillary Clinton's strategies to combat ISIS.

Attack in Munich, Germany; Threat in Rio de Janeiro; Trump's Views on NATO

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2016 10:59


In the latest installment of On Security, Scott Briggaman speaks with Professor Schanzer about the latest attack in Munich, Germany. He also discusses the arrest of ten individuals on suspicions of Olympic attacks. Schanzer also discusses Trump's views of NATO members who may not be contributing their fair share.

Police Relations with Neighboring Communities; Cleveland GOP Convention; Iran's Nuclear Program

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2016 13:53


In the latest installment of On Security, Scott Briggaman speaks with Professor Schanzer about the role of building relationships among police departments and neighboring communities. David also discusses how the open carry law will affect security for the Cleveland GOP Convention. Last on the list is the outcome of a year-long reduction in Iran's Nuclear Program. How will the reduction affect the global economy and Trump's role in the election process?

Dallas Police Shootings

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2016 10:39


In the latest installment of On Security, Scott Briggaman speaks with Professor David Schanzer about the police shootings in Dallas.

Deadly Istanbul Airport Explosions

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2016 5:56


In the latest installment of On Security, Scott Briggaman speaks with Professor David Schanzer about the Instanbul Airport explosions that took dozens of lives and wounded well over one hundred.

Assassination of British MP; Significance of Brexit Vote for US; CIA Director's Comments on ISIS Strengths

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2016 13:23


In the latest installment of On Security, Scott Briggaman speaks with Professor David Schanzer about the brutal assassination of a British MP, Jo Cox. David also discusses the investigation into the Orlando shooter and whether there was a link to a foreign terror group.

Shooting Rampage in Orlando

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2016 6:12


In a special addition of On Security, Scott Briggaman speaks with Professor David Schanzer about the mass shooting in Orlando, Florida.

Israel Responds to Attack in Tel Aviv; ISIS on the Defensive in Sirte (Libya), Fallujah (Iraq), and Manbij (Syria)

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2016 12:09


UCLA Shooting & Door Locks; Ivory Trade as a Security Issue; US Imposes Tough Sanctions on N. Korea

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2016 11:53


In the latest installment of On Security, Scott Briggaman speaks with Professor David Schanzer about the shooting on UCLA's campus and the role of door locks in campus security. David also discusses the escalating concern over ivory trade in Tanzania and the total ban that the U.S. has implemented on ivory trade. Last on the list is the Treasury Department's threat to banks that do business with North Korea.

Report on Clinton Email; Death Penalty for Roof; Obama in Asia; Drones Kill Taliban Leader

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2016 21:10


In the latest installment of On Security, Scott Briggaman speaks with Professor David Schanzer about numerous important topics. To name a few, David discusses the ramifications of Clinton's private business exchange over email, the decision from the U.S. Department of Justice regarding Dylan Roof's punishment and Obama's visit to Asia.

Mr. Trump & Kim Jong-un to Discuss Nuclear Program; Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act; The Fight Against ISIS

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2016 10:40


In the latest installment of On Security, Scott Briggaman speaks with Professor David Schanzer about the detriments of Trump's desire to discuss North Korea's Nuclear Program with Kim Jong-un. Schanzer also discusses the Justice Against the Sponsors of Terrorism Act and how it may be viewed by Saudi Arabia. Last on the list is the discussion of the slow progress in the fight against ISIS.

Comey Notes Decrease in US ISIS Cases; Trump’s Foreign Policy Disagreements with GOP; Zika in the Gulf Coast

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2016 12:29


In the latest installment of On Security, Scott Briggaman speaks with Professor David Schanzer about the noted decrease in US ISIS cases. David also discusses Trump's foreign policy disagreements with GOP leaders. Last on the list is the topic of the Zika virus and where the U.S. will find the funds to prevent the spread of the virus.

Erdogan Ousts Turkish Prime Minister; Iraq Government Turmoil; Soldier Challenges Legality of ISIS Fight

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2016 12:24


In the latest installment of On Security, Scott Briggaman speaks with Professor David Schanzer about Turkey's vulnerability while Erdogan remains in power. He also speaks about the role of the Obama Administration in fighting ISIS.

Trump’s “America First” Foreign Policy; Humanitarian Disaster in Aleppo & Brazil in Crisis as Olympics Near

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2016 11:56


In the latest installment of On Security, Scott Briggaman speaks with Professor David Schanzer about Trump's views on Foreign Policy. David also discusses the humanitarian disaster in Aleppo and the crisis in Brazil as the Olympics approach.

Russian Warplanes Buzz U.S. Navy Ship; Possible N. Korean Missile Test; Burr-Feinstein Decryption

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2016 11:35


In the latest installment of On Security, Scott Briggaman speaks with Professor David Schanzer about the importance of maintaining professionalism as Russian fighter jets swarm the U.S. Navy Ship. David also discusses North Korea's possible Missile Test and the progression of such planning. Last on the agenda is David's discussion of the Burr-Feinstein Decryption Bill and whether it will be effective for our security.

ISIS Kidnappings; Security and the Panama Papers & The Dutch Rejection of EU-Ukraine Trade Pact

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2016 12:17


ISIS Interest in Dirty Bombs; Weaknesses in Nuclear Security; Turkey’s Creeping Authoritarianism

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2016 10:40


In the latest installment of On Security, Scott Briggaman speaks with Professor David Schanzer about weak controls on nuclear material around the world and their threat to security. He also discusses Turkey's vulnerability to infiltration by ISIS.

Counterterrorism Steps After Attacks in Brussels

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2016 5:54


In the latest installment of On Security, Scott Briggaman speaks with Professor David Schanzer about the death of Haji Imam and the questioning of Salah Abdul Salam following the Brussels attacks.

Bombings of the Brussels Airport and Subway System

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2016 5:37


In the latest installment of On Security, Scott Briggaman speaks with Professor David Schanzer about the devastating attacks on the Brussels airport and subway system.

Analysis of Possible Russian Troop Removal from Syria

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2016 3:27


In a special edition of On Security, Scott Briggaman speaks with Professor David Schanzer about President Putin's announcement that Russian troops will withdraw from Syria. David discusses how this change could affect the on-going cease-fire and peace negotiations.

Special Forces Raids on ISIS; Syrian Cease Fire & New Sanctions on North Korea

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2016 13:22


In the latest installment of On Security, Scott Briggaman speaks with Professor Schanzer about the special forces raids on ISIS, the Syrian cease fire and the new sanctions on North Korea.

Apple & FBI Spar Over Access to iPhone Information; Syrian Cessation of Hostilities; Iranian Election

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2016 14:05


In the latest installment of On Security, Scott Briggaman speaks with Professor Schanzer about the spar between Apple and the FBI over access to iPhone information. Scott also speaks with David about the Syrian Cessation of Hostilities and the Iranian Election.

Syria Cease Fire Negotiations; Middle Defense to South Korea; Sanders and Trump on National Security

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2016 11:25


In the latest installment of On Security, Scott Briggaman speaks with Professor David Schanzer about the tenuous cease fire negotiations in Munich between Russia and the US on Syria. David also discusses South Korea's agreement to accept an American missile defense system over China's objection and concludes by sharing perspectives thoughts on possible national security ramifications of the Trump and Sanders candidacies.

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