Podcasts about international conflict

Today on Uncommon Sense, we're discussing the ongoing controversy surrounding the Epstein files, its blackmail, the political implications of Charlie Kirk's assassination, and the growing conflict between Israel and Iran. We'll also talk about the influence of powerful Israeli interests on American foreign policy and ask whether the United States is being drawn into another Middle Eastern war against the will of its own citizens (and at our cost, yet again).--https://www.youversion.com/bible-app

Food security expert David Lobell is immersed in the data of agriculture. He uses satellite imagery, yield data, and advanced computational modeling to analyze the roughly 500 million farms worldwide to increase productivity and ensure global food security – now and in the future. Though food is often taken for granted, feeding a hungry world is our greatest environmental challenge, he says. Lobell goes on to explain how data can do much more than increase yields – it also cuts costs, prevents conflicts, reduces emissions and deforestation, and improves nutrition. Smart farming is key to food security and avoiding the problems that stem from hunger, Lobell tells host Russ Altman on this episode of Stanford Engineering's The Future of Everything podcast. Have a question for Russ? Send it our way in writing or via voice memo, and it might be featured on an upcoming episode. Please introduce yourself, let us know where you're listening from, and share your question. You can send questions to thefutureofeverything@stanford.edu. Episode Reference Links: Stanford Profile: David Lobell Connect With Us: Episode Transcripts >>> The Future of Everything Website Connect with Russ >>> Threads / Bluesky / Mastodon Connect with School of Engineering >>> Twitter/X / Instagram / LinkedIn / Facebook Chapters: (00:00:00) Introduction Russ Altman introduces guest David Lobell, a professor of Earth System Science at Stanford University  (00:03:01) Path into Food Security How Lobell's interest in math and the environment led him to agriculture. (00:04:31) Understanding Farming Systems How farming differs across smallholder and large-scale operations. (00:06:13) Agriculture's Biggest Challenges Improving productivity in developing regions &  reducing agriculture's environmental impact. (00:08:15) Farm Potential How researchers estimate potential outputs & the barriers to better outcomes (00:11:03) Using Satellites to Study Farms How satellites help researchers understand what is happening in agriculture internationally. (00:16:13) What Satellites Can Measure Tracking crops, planting dates, harvest timing, yields, and management practices. (00:18:23) Identifying Crops from Space How seasonal patterns, biomass, and reflectance help distinguish crops. (00:20:01) Why Food Matters How food security connects to political stability, conflict, climate, and the environment. (00:23:58) Cover Crops and Tradeoffs Why a promising sustainability practice can sometimes reduce productivity. (00:26:06) Crop Rotation Insights How different rotations affect yields depending on local conditions. (00:27:35) Personalized Farming The importance of balancing large data with local information and implementation (00:31:47) Future In a Minute Rapid-fire Q&A: smarter farming, food access, and the future. (00:33:01) Conclusion Connect With Us:Episode Transcripts >>> The Future of Everything WebsiteConnect with Russ >>> Threads / Bluesky / MastodonConnect with School of Engineering >>>Twitter/X / Instagram / LinkedIn / Facebook Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Viewpoints Explained: A Big Shift Inside The Global Oil Alliance The United Arab Emirates departure from OPEC signals a shift in how global oil production is coordinated, potentially making energy markets less predictable over time. Host: Ebony McMorris Producer: Amirah Zaveri Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | SpotifyFacebook: @ViewpointsOnlineX: @viewpointsradioInstagram: @viewpointsradioFull ArchiveContact UsAffiliates & National Syndication Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

White Collar Crime: Big Losses, Minimal Punishment The financial impact of America's white-collar crime dwarfs that of street level offenses, yet these cases are less visible and often less punished. We examine some of the structural reasons behind this big gap in enforcement. Guest: Jennifer Taub, professor of law, Western New England University School of Law, author, Big Dirty Money: The Shocking Injustice and Unseen Cost of White-Collar Crime   Protein Overload: What's Behind Our Latest Food Obsession? Protein has become the dominant signal of “healthy” today with everyone seemingly focused on how to increase their daily protein intake. However, experts say most Americans are already getting enough through a balanced and diverse diet. We delve into the massive shift towards protein-everything and how marketing is reshaping what we think we need. Guests:  Christopher Gardner, professor, medicine, Stanford University Joan Salge Blake, registered dietitian, clinical professor, nutrition, Boston University Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | SpotifyFacebook: @ViewpointsOnlineX: @viewpointsradioInstagram: @viewpointsradioFull ArchiveContact UsAffiliates & National Syndication Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, we unpack a whirlwind week of legal battles, political maneuvers, and international tensions, highlighting key developments affecting democracy and global stability. Stay tuned as we break down the implications of redistricting chaos, Epstein's mysterious notes, and escalating conflicts in the Middle East. Key Topics: Virginia Supreme Court decision on district gerrymandering and its procedural challenges The political fallout from court rulings on redistricting efforts across states The controversy surrounding Jeffrey Epstein's purported suicide note and conspiracy theories The ongoing US-Iran tensions including recent naval skirmishes and diplomatic efforts The state of the US economy under Trump, including job reports and inflation concerns The integrity of the Supreme Court and its role in partisan politics The influence of race, progressivism, and historical context in current judicial and political debates Media coverage, censorship, and the transparency of military and governmental actions Timestamps: (00:00) - Introduction: News overview and importance of the week's topics (02:00) - Virginia Supreme Court decision stalling redistricting efforts (04:00) - Gerrymandering's impact on midterm elections and political landscape (06:00) - Court's procedural errors and the partisan battleground (09:00) - The potential realignment of Southern districts and racial implications (11:00) - The court's stance on partisan gerrymandering; political expert insights (13:00) - The Supreme Court's energy: politically motivated yet legally balanced? (15:00) - Justice Thomas's speech on progressivism and American governmental shifts (17:00) - The dangerous rhetoric about race, progressivism, and their historical narrative (19:00) - Epstein's suicide note: authenticity, conspiracy theories, and media response (23:00) - The bizarre and cryptic contents of Epstein's alleged note and legal questions (26:00) - The significance of Epstein's death: truth, cover-ups, and public trust (30:00) - Tensions with Iran: naval skirmishes, diplomacy, and strategic questions (37:00) - War or no war? The confusing nature of recent US-Iran military activity (40:00) - US economic reports: job growth, inflation, and political spins (43:00) - The disconnection between job numbers and everyday economic reality (44:00) - Gas prices, grocery costs, and the public's economic skepticism (48:00) - Political narratives about taxing the wealthy and social reforms (50:00) - The impact of political pandering on local and national elections (54:00) - The looming scandal: legal repercussions for Trump administration figures (61:00) - The potential prosecutions, cover-ups, and post-presidency consequences (66:00) - The importance of accountability and truth commissions in American democracy (69:00) - Closing remarks: reflections on justice, truth, and upcoming political battles Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JATQPodcast Follow us on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/jatqpodcast.bsky.social Intragram: https://www.instagram.com/jatqpodcast Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCET7k2_Y9P9Fz0MZRARGqVw This Show is Available Ad-Free And Early For Patreon supporters here: https://www.patreon.com/justaskthequestionpodcast Purchase Brian's book "Free The Press"    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

An American hero, seriously wounded, survives 36 hours in the Zagros Mountains while evading Iranian bounty hunters. The daring story of courage, resilience, and military skill unfolds as details emerge about the mission, the firefights, and the stakes involved.

On Easter, Jake Tapper reports President Trump says US forces rescued a missing, seriously wounded airman in a risky overnight mission deep inside Iran after more than 24 hours evading capture; CNN details dozens of aircraft, commando units, CIA help, disinformation efforts, and at least two US aircraft lost and destroyed. Trump then posts a profane ultimatum demanding Iran reopen the Strait of Hormuz and threatens to target bridges and power plants, prompting discussion of shifting objectives and potential war-crime concerns; former advisor Brett McGurk and a panel debate strategy, messaging, and prospects for a deal. Tapper also interviews Sen. Rev. Raphael Warnock on preaching Easter, grace, condemning bigotry and antisemitism, praying for Trump with accountability, and hope.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.Part I (00:14 – 12:22)‘The Guerrilla Wins If He Does Not Lose’: Iran and America Now Have Different Goals in the Current Conflict, and America's Stakes are Much HigherPart II (12:22 – 22:01)International Conflict and Economic Woes: The Conflict in Iran is Driving Up Prices, and It Extends to More Products Than You Might ImaginePart III (22:01 – 28:58)Conspicuous Consumption and Behavior: The Rising Cost of Proms and Bachor(ette) TripsProms have become like red-carpet events. That comes at a price. by The Washington Post (Michelle Singletary)$500 tee times, private yachts: Bachelor(ette) trips are out of control by The Washington Post (Natalie B. Compton)Sign up to receive The Briefing in your inbox every weekday morning.Follow Dr. Mohler:X | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeFor more information on The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, go to sbts.edu.For more information on Boyce College, just go to BoyceCollege.com.To write Dr. Mohler or submit a question for The Mailbox, go here.

4. The UN's Role in International ConflictGuest: Professor Richard Epstein Summary:Richard Epstein critiques UN Secretary-General Guterres for accusing Israel and the US of war crimes. He argues the UN lacks credibility and explains why infrastructure remains a legitimate military target under the law of war. (4)1939 OKLAHOMA

There was all types of proof: satellite imagery, survivor testimony, and mass graves. Still, the world looked away. The war in Sudan has not been forgotten. It has been ignored. Matt Speirs reads The Most Accurately Predicted Genocide in History by Michelle Shephard About AMIAMI is a not-for-profit media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians who are blind or partially sighted. Operating three broadcast services, AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French, AMI's vision is to establish and support a voice for Canadians with disabilities, representing their interests, concerns and values through inclusion, representation, accessible media, reflection, representation and portrayal.Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+Learn more at AMI.caConnect with Accessible Media Inc. online:X /Twitter @AccessibleMediaInstagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audioFacebook at @AccessibleMediaIncTikTok @AccessibleMediaIncEmail feedback@ami.ca Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The conflict in the Middle East has caused widespread disruption for many major events around the world. Despite international turmoil, the upcoming FIFA World Cup hosted by the US, Canada and Mexico has seen a massive surge in demand recently. America's correspondent Katie Silver spoke to Lisa Owen from Mexico.

Can the United States arrest a foreign head of state by sending FBI agents—and military troops—into another country? On the latest episode of Stanford Legal,  Professor Pam Karlan sits down with international law expert and Stanford Law lecturer Allen Weiner to discuss the recent extraction of Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro. Their wide-ranging conversation focuses on the uneasy space where U.S. law collides with the constraints of international law.Weiner, a former U.S. State Department legal adviser and now director of several international law–and humanitarian-focused programs at Stanford Law School, explains how domestic legal theories advanced to justify Operation Absolute Resolve in contrast with the UN Charter's ban on the use of force. He situates the episode in a longer arc of U.S. efforts to reconcile military action with international legal limits, including earlier debates over actions in Kosovo and Libya.The legal questions are substantial, but the stakes ultimately turn on precedent and norms: how U.S. actions are understood by other states, what they signal to rivals such as Russia and China, and whether the international system begins to resemble the logic captured in Thucydides' Peloponnesian Wars—that “the strong do what they can and the weak suffer what they must.”Links:Allen Weiner >>> Stanford Law pageConnect:Episode Transcripts >>> Stanford Legal Podcast WebsiteStanford Legal Podcast >>> LinkedIn PageRich Ford >>>  Twitter/XPam Karlan >>> Stanford Law School PageDiego Zambrano >>> Stanford Law School PageStanford Law School >>> Twitter/XStanford Lawyer Magazine >>> Twitter/X (00:00) Is a threat a use of force? (00:16:18) Pressure, coercion, and the non-intervention line (00:17:02) Venezuela policy and the specter of escalation (00:28:24) Law, power, and the South China Sea  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How can we contextualize the capture of Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro? Today on Connections, we're dedicating both hours to the subject.First, we sit down with local Venezuelans to discuss their feelings about this seismic event.In studio: Heiddy Awais, psychologist and community wellness advocate Kelly Tovar Mullaney, web designer, web producer, and president of Working Art Media Then, we're joined by University of Rochester political science professor Hein Goemans, who examines the implications of the Trump administration's incursion into Venezuela.In studio:Hein Goemans, Ph.D., author of “War and Punishment” and "Leaders and International Conflict," and professor of political science and director of the Peter D. Watson Center for Conflict and Cooperation at the University of Rochester--Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

This episode covers a range of interconnected political topics. The first segment focuses on the doxing of Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, whose address was allegedly published by media outlets, leading to death threats and forcing her to move into military housing. The hosts argue that this is a deliberate tactic by Democrats and the "deep state" to intimidate officials and discourage people from serving in the Trump administration. The conversation then shifts to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. The hosts assert that Donald Trump is attempting to achieve peace by bypassing a ceasefire and going directly to a peace deal, a plan they claim is being undermined by "Euro weenies" and NATO who are said to be provoking Russia with attacks to keep the conflict profitable. The discussion highlights the strategic challenges of achieving peace when both sides are allegedly being influenced by external forces. Finally, the hosts return to domestic politics, describing America as being in a "civil war" over issues like immigration and redistricting. They use two examples to illustrate their point: the DUI arrest of Clemson athlete Ian Shefflin, which they see as a positive example of the law being applied equally, and a fatal Florida truck accident involving an illegal immigrant with a commercial driver's license from California. They conclude by citing California Governor Gavin Newsom's investigation of an ICE raid near his speech as evidence that Democrats believe they are above federal law.

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War, Protest, Diplomacy, and International Conflict

In this episode of the ChinaPower Podcast, Dr. Joseph Torigian joins us to discuss his newly released book The Party's Interests Come First: The Life of Xi Zhongxun, Father of Xi Jinping. Dr. Torigian describes the life and struggle of Xi Zhongxun as a party official during the Cultural revolution and specifically the impact he had on the life and political views of Chinese leader Xi Jinping. Dr. Torigian notes that his book utilizes the story of Xi Zhongxun's life as a lens to better understand how the Party works and why both Xi Zhongxun and Xi Jinping believe certain values, such as those of sacrifice and suffering for the greater good, are highly important. He describes how Xi Jinping was viewed positively by his father due to the idea that his son had “eaten more bitterness” than other children, even going as far as to state that Xi Jinping had “the makings of a premier.” Dr. Torigian describes how deeply involved Xi Zhongxun was during his time in the party on the United Front, ethnic policy in Tibet and Xinjiang, and policy towards Taiwan, and how, because of his father's dedication to these issues, Xi Jinping views them as personal unfinished business. Finally, Dr. Torigian describes how Xi Zhongxun's influence on his son has left Xi Jinping with a Hobbesian view of the world and with the idea that the Party is the best tool for helping China assert its rightful place in the world and secure its inevitable march towards greatness. Dr. Torigian is a research fellow at Stanford's Hoover History Lab, an associate professor at the School of International Service at American University in Washington, and a center associate of the Lieberthal-Rogel Center for Chinese Studies at the University of Michigan. Previously, he was a Stanton Nuclear Security Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, Postdoctoral Fellow at Princeton-Harvard's China and the World Program, a Postdoctoral (and Predoctoral) Fellow at Stanford's Center for International Security and Cooperation (CISAC), a Predoctoral Fellow at George Washington University's Institute for Security and Conflict Studies, an IREX scholar affiliated with the Higher School of Economics in Moscow, a Fulbright Scholar at Fudan University in Shanghai, and a research associate at the Council on Foreign Relations. His research has also been supported by the Stanford Center on International Conflict and Negotiation, MIT's Center for International Studies, MIT International Science and Technology Initiatives, the Critical Language Scholarship program, and FLAS.

For most of modern history, the global order has been solidly anchored by the US and Nato cooperation, but that era may be over, partly due to the US administration's shift away from these trusted alliances.Thomas Berger, is a Professor of International Relations at Boston University and he joins Kieran to answer why this shift may have happened (with a small interruption as white smoke billows out from the Vatican!).

In this episode, Aaron McIntire discusses various political topics, including the recent changes in the National Security Council, the legacy of David Horowitz, and serious allegations of abuse within Buffalo schools. He also reflects on his recent trip to Washington, D.C., and shares insights on international conflicts, particularly between India and Pakistan. The conversation highlights the current political climate and offers a mix of commentary and personal reflections.    

On this episode of The Link, Pastor Chris Brooks introduces a four-part discussion about the ongoing conflict in the Middle East — reflecting on the tragic events of October 7, 2023 and their lasting impact. As the war between Israel and Palestine continues, how should Christians respond? Through biblical insights and a call to prayer, we'll consider God's redemptive plan and the importance of standing with believers—both in Israel and across the Arab world—who are caught in the midst of war. Listen in as we pursue wisdom, hope, and a faithful response to this critical moment in history.Support the show: https://woodsidebible.org/listen/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Andrew Latham, Professor of International Relations Specializing in the Politics of International Conflict and Security at Macalester University Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do Syrians feel about the fall of Assad? Guest: Laila Khdir, Syrian Canadian and the Afternoon Producer at 880 CHED Why was Charlie Chaplin so controversial? Guest: Scott Eyman, Author of “Charlie Chaplin Vs. America: When Art, Sex, And Politics Collided” Should you visit a BC Bird Trail? Guest: Nancy Small, CEO of Tourism Richmond Is Canada's new Arctic foreign policy enough to boost security? Guest: Andrew Latham, Professor of International Relations Specializing in the Politics of International Conflict and Security at Macalester University Are teachers falling behind when it comes to AI learning? Guest: Nhon Ma, CEO of Numerade—The Leading AI-powered STEM Learning Platform What can we expect from the Conservative non-confidence vote? Guest: Mackenzie Gray, Senior Correspondent for Global News National Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pascal Lottaz is Associate Professor at Kyoto University's Faculty of Law & HakubiCenter. His research area is Neutrality Studies - the study of neutrality as a concept in international relations, sociology, international law, diplomacy, political science, security, and history. Follow Pascal on X @PlottazPascal's YouTube channel:  https://www.youtube.com/@neutralitystudies (00:00) - Professor Pascal Lattaz's background, early life, and experiences in Japan (14:17) - Neutrality in international relations (20:07) - Ukraine's struggle for neutrality (28:44) - Debating the Ukraine conflict (37:50) - Physics, social sciences, and observer-independent reality (46:13) - The importance of dissent in open societies (47:01) - Russian resilience, NATO, escalation strategies, and potential outcomes (51:43) - European realism and U.S. influence (56:16) - Incentive structures and NATO dynamics (01:04:11) - Japan's strategic position and U.S. alliance (01:13:49) - Potential conflicts and proxy wars in East Asia (01:30:35) - Philippines' strategic dilemma (01:36:26) - Concluding thoughts Music used with permission from Blade Runner Blues Livestream improvisation by State Azure.--Steve Hsu is Professor of Theoretical Physics and of Computational Mathematics, Science, and Engineering at Michigan State University. Previously, he was Senior Vice President for Research and Innovation at MSU and Director of the Institute of Theoretical Science at the University of Oregon. Hsu is a startup founder (SuperFocus, SafeWeb, Genomic Prediction, Othram) and advisor to venture capital and other investment firms. He was educated at Caltech and Berkeley, was a Harvard Junior Fellow, and has held faculty positions at Yale, the University of Oregon, and MSU. Please send any questions or suggestions to manifold1podcast@gmail.com or Steve on X @hsu_steve.

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The Cognitive Crucible is a forum that presents different perspectives and emerging thought leadership related to the information environment. The opinions expressed by guests are their own, and do not necessarily reflect the views of or endorsement by the Information Professionals Association. During this episode, Dr. Wayne “Mike” Hall discusses his latest capstone book: the Moral Imperative of Our Time-Purposeful Intellectual Growth. According to Mike, America's intellect is sharply declining; he implores national security leaders to address this problem immediately by: 1) improving individual learning, 2) promoting organizational learning, and 3) encouraging intellectual mentoring. Satisfying these callings is the moral imperative. Mike also discusses other important themes such as: will, incorporating information and cognition as warfighting domains, how to think in today's fight, non-linearity and complex systems, anticipation compared to prediction, and the importance of initial conditions, and unity of effort. Research Question: Mike Hall suggests interested students examine:  How does this fit into DOTMLPF? How do we get politicians to understand Clausewitz? Recording Date: 21 June 2024 Resources: Cognitive Crucible Podcast Episodes Mentioned #47 Yaneer Bar-Yam on Complex Systems and the War on Ideals #72 Noah Komnick on Cybernetics and the Age of Complexity Mike Hall's website Chinese Military Targeting Future Wars And Fighting The Five Cognitive Battles The Moral Imperative of Our Time-Purposeful Intellectual Growth: Developing and Using the Human Mind To Outthink America's Enemies and To Stay Abreast of Changing Technologies by Ed D Wayne Michael Hall Whispers from the Arrow of Time: Essays from an Evolving Mind on How to Think about National Security in the Information Age by Wayne Michael Hall Stray Voltage: War in the Information Age by Wayne Michael Hall Intelligence Analysis: How to Think in Complex Environments by Wayne Michael Hall and Gary Citrenbaum The Power of Will in International Conflict: How to Think Critically in Complex Environments by Wayne Michael Hall and Patrick M. Hughes Link to full show notes and resources Guest Bio:  Wayne Michael “Mike” Hall, Brigadier General, US Army (Retired), is a career U.S. Army intelligence officer with over 50 years of experience in intelligence operations. In the Army, Brigadier General Hall served in four infantry divisions: 2d, 1 st , 4 th , and 82d. He commanded intelligence units at the company (337 th ASA Company), battalion (313 th MI Bn, 82d Airborne Division), and brigade (501 st MI Brigade in the Republic of Korea). BG Hall was an infantry battalion S-2 in the 1 st Infantry Division, an infantry brigade S-2 while in Korea in the 2d Infantry Division, and an infantry brigade S-2 in the 1 st Infantry Division. He was the G-2 of the 82d Airborne Division, and as a general officer, the J-2 US Forces Korea. After retiring from the Army in 1999, he worked with military and private corporations providing consulting services in intelligence-related matters for more than 12 years. He also created a two-week intensive seminar for intelligence analysts and collections specialists, centering on his book Intelligence Analysis: How to Think in Complex Environments. Brigadier General Hall led the strenuous two-week seminars from 2008-2014 and helped ~1250 intelligence analysts and collection people learn “how to think” in complex environments. Brigadier General Hall has written six books: Stray Voltage War in the Information Age (2003); Intelligence Analysis How to Think in Complex Environments(2009); Intelligence Collection How to Plan and Execute Intelligence Collection in Complex Environments (2012); The Power of Will in International Conflict (2018); Whispers From the Arrow of Time (2023); and The Moral Imperative of Our Time—Purposeful Intellectual Growth. Brigadier General Hall holds a BS from the University of Nebraska, an MS from Kansas State University, an MMAS from the US Army CGSC, and an EdD from The George Washington University. Brigadier General Hall is a graduate of the US Army's Command and General Staff College, School of Advanced Military Studies (SAMS), and the National War College. Brigadier General Hall is a Senior Parachutist and a Ranger School graduate from the US Army's Ranger School, February 1973. Brigadier General Hall lives with his wife near Denton Texas. About: The Information Professionals Association (IPA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to exploring the role of information activities, such as influence and cognitive security, within the national security sector and helping to bridge the divide between operations and research. Its goal is to increase interdisciplinary collaboration between scholars and practitioners and policymakers with an interest in this domain. For more information, please contact us at communications@information-professionals.org. Or, connect directly with The Cognitive Crucible podcast host, John Bicknell, on LinkedIn. 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William Morrissey explains how SAI could lead to conflict and counter-geoengineering. @geoengineering1 isn't convinced it will all end so badly. Avoiding atmospheric anarchy: Geoengineering as a source of interstate tension William Morrissey https://doi.org/10.1177/27538796231221597

Elias Makos starts the week with Christina Chough, Spanish teacher and Chair of the modern languages department at Dawson College, and David Heurtel, Former Quebec liberal cabinet minister, Council at Fasken and political analyst. We found out at 10pm on Saturday night that Justin Trudeau had tasked National Defense Minister Bill Blair with finding out what actually happened at a hospital in Gaza last week 33 MPs called on Justin Trudeau to support a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war Since the beginning of the Israel-Hamas war hate crimes in Montreal have soared We found the first tuition hike that former Premier Jean Charest doesn't like

Also, a Dallas congressman joins other lawmakers in trying to stop assets flowing to Iran, and new surveillance footage shows the last time a missing Dallas ISD teacher. KRLD All Local - Oct. 12, 2023

In episode 78 our guest, professor Nick Wheeler, discusses several crucial aspects of international relations and diplomacy. He explores the concept of "reassurance summits" and the role they play in diplomacy, where leaders attending diplomatic summits seek reassurance and test whether the other side perceives their defensive actions as stemming from fear and insecurity rather than hostile intent. He challenges the conventional wisdom that leaders should only engage in face-to-face diplomacy when their interests are already aligned. He introduces the idea of "security dilemma sensibility" in international relations, challenging the notion that uncertainty inevitably leads to competition and distrust. He emphasizes the need for leaders to understand the defensive motivations of others and break the cycle of misperceptions to promote cooperation and trust. Nick Wheeler delves into the possibility of developing social bonds and trust in the absence of face-to-face interaction. Drawing from Randall Collins' work, he suggests that weaker social bonds can indeed be formed without physical proximity, particularly through textually mediated interactions. He highlights the importance of shared security dilemma sensibility and shared mood in this context. He shares a cautionary tale from Dostoyevsky's "The Brothers Karamazov" to illustrate the limits of trust in transactional relationships. He argues that trust based solely on individual calculations of benefits and risks can quickly erode when the context changes. Shifting his focus to India-Pakistan relations, Wheeler examines the trust dynamics between leaders like Vajpayee and Sharif, emphasizing the importance of "trust, capacity, vulnerability" in assessing whether leaders can fulfill their promises and commitments. He also highlights the complexity of trust and opportunism in adversarial relationships. The discussion continues with an exploration of the role of interpersonal dyads in changing conflict situations. Wheeler underscores the significance of leaders being able to deliver on their commitments and the challenges of scaling up trust beyond individual relationships. He emphasizes the need to embed trust within decision-making processes and society itself to address future uncertainty. Finally he touches upon his upcoming book with Marcus Holmes, "Personal Chemistry: Social Bonds and International Conflict." The book aims to demystify the concept of personal chemistry in international relations by developing a theory that explains why leaders sometimes establish positive interpersonal relationships and sometimes do not. Through case studies, they aim to shed light on the factors influencing leaders' relationships and trust dynamics in diplomacy and conflict resolution.

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NEWS, IMMIGRATION, CHILD SEX TRAFFICKING, BLACK LIVES MATTER, JFK, NATO, INTERNATIONAL CONFLICT

After the first anniversary of the full-scale war, a febrile and impatient media is asking the question “when will the war end” with greater frequency. There are many reasons for this – of course a concern for the loss of life, the destruction, and the economic pain. But also, war fatigue, misunderstanding the combatant's motivations and actions, and a general lack of historical perspective, leading them to misunderstand the mechanics and practice of warfare. My guest this week is Hein Goemans, an expert in war termination theory (in other words, how wars end). He explains that “It's going to take a lot more dying and destruction before both sides are prepared to make a deal, or even start defining what a deal could like”. So is there any clear end to this war in sight, or are the two sides too far apart, with radically different objectives. ---------- SPEAKER: Hein Goemans, professor at the University of Rochester in the United States. His academic specialism is war termination theory. Hein is a specialist in the politics of war, war termination and territorial disputes. His first book, War and Punishment (2000), and asks what keeps wars going and what makes them stop, and focuses on the role of leaders in war termination – with an empirical focus on World War I. His second book, Leaders, and International Conflict (2011) and focuses on the role of leaders in war initiation, a very relevant area of study in the context of the Ukraine war. Goemans' publications have appeared in the American Political Science Review, the American Journal of Political Science, the Journal of Politics, and other publications. Goemans has discussed his work on war termination in the context of the war in Ukraine in articles in The New Yorker and the Monkey Cage as well as in international media, such as the BBC's The Inquiry, Cable News CBC, Euronews, CNN Portugal, France 24, and other outlets as well as in print media such as The Financial Times, Der Spiegel, and Die Zeit. ---------- LINKS: https://www.ft.com/content/b3f7ea51-dcc2-4011-b3ac-45faabdc35c7 Ukraine series: how long will the war last? What history tells us about why some conflicts endure, and others end quickly. https://www.rochester.edu/college/faculty/hgoemans/ https://press.princeton.edu/books/paperback/9780691049441/war-and-punishment ----------

EPISODE 1394: In this KEEN ON show, Andrew talks to the author of THE MERCENARY, the American journalist Jeffrey E. Stern, about a many layered, complexly truthful story of his relationship with his local driver during the Afghanistan warJeffrey E. Stern is the author of “The Last Thousand: One School's Promise in a Nation at War”. He has been named both a Pulitzer Center Fellow for Crisis Reporting, and a Graduate Fellow at the Stanford Center for International Conflict and Negotiation. Stern's reporting has appeared in Vanity Fair, Esquire, Foreign Policy, The Atlantic, Newsweek, Slate, Time, and The New Republic. He has also been featured on PBS News Hour, NPR Morning Edition, and Morning Joe among others. His latest book is “THE MERCENARY: A Story of Brotherhood and Terror in the Afghanistan War” (2023)Named as one of the "100 most connected men" by GQ magazine, Andrew Keen is amongst the world's best known broadcasters and commentators. In addition to presenting KEEN ON, he is the host of the long-running How To Fix Democracy show. He is also the author of four prescient books about digital technology: CULT OF THE AMATEUR, DIGITAL VERTIGO, THE INTERNET IS NOT THE ANSWER and HOW TO FIX THE FUTURE. Andrew lives in San Francisco, is married to Cassandra Knight, Google's VP of Litigation & Discovery, and has two grown children.

EPISODE 1394: In this KEEN ON show, Andrew talks to the author of THE MERCENARY, the American journalist Jeffrey E. Stern, about a many layered, complexly truthful story of his relationship with his local driver during the Afghanistan war Jeffrey E. Stern is the author of “The Last Thousand: One School's Promise in a Nation at War”. He has been named both a Pulitzer Center Fellow for Crisis Reporting, and a Graduate Fellow at the Stanford Center for International Conflict and Negotiation. Stern's reporting has appeared in Vanity Fair, Esquire, Foreign Policy, The Atlantic, Newsweek, Slate, Time, and The New Republic. He has also been featured on PBS News Hour, NPR Morning Edition, and Morning Joe among others. His latest book is “THE MERCENARY: A Story of Brotherhood and Terror in the Afghanistan War” (2023) Named as one of the "100 most connected men" by GQ magazine, Andrew Keen is amongst the world's best known broadcasters and commentators. In addition to presenting KEEN ON, he is the host of the long-running How To Fix Democracy show. He is also the author of four prescient books about digital technology: CULT OF THE AMATEUR, DIGITAL VERTIGO, THE INTERNET IS NOT THE ANSWER and HOW TO FIX THE FUTURE. Andrew lives in San Francisco, is married to Cassandra Knight, Google's VP of Litigation & Discovery, and has two grown children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

INFRASTRUCTURE, SOCIAL MEDIA, WAR & INTERNATIONAL CONFLICT, NATURAL DISASTERS, POLITICS

Don't be fooled by Biden's political spin in his the State of the Union. Trish Regan has the reality check on where we are as a nation. Sign up for her newsletter at https://TrishIntel.com Sponsors/advertisers include: https://LegacyPMInvestments.com https://EKPure.com (use code TRISH for discount) RUFF GREENSSupport the show: https://trishregan.store/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another very special episode of the Lord Petty Podcast. Tune in this week as we discuss pressing topics such as International Conflict, Abortion, Voter Fraud, and much more fun for the whole family! Be sure to grab your free Audible trial and go listen to my book The Petty Principles HERE Traditional paperback/ebook/audiobook purchase options can be purchased on Amazon HERE Check out my website, lordpetty.com/ for merch and other announcements.  And to find me on social media and other outlets, please visit this LINK For everything else, please feel free to reach out directly via email at LordPettyPodcast@gmail.com 

EDUCATION, TRANSGENDERS, CHILDREN, LAWSUITS, STUDENT LOANS, CRIME, NWO, POLITICS, RIGHTS & CONSTITUTION, RUSSIA / UKRAINE / WAR & INTERNATIONAL CONFLICT, NUCLEAR ENERGY

RUSSIA / UKRAINE WAR & INTERNATIONAL CONFLICT, WELFARE STATE, HUMAN RESEARCH (HEADLESS BABIES), FBI, IG FARBEN & WWII, TAIWAN, POLITICAL TARGETING

GUN SAFETY (HOLLYWOOD/BALDWIN), SCHOOL & EDUCATION, POLITICS (TRUMP / DESANTIS), STUDENT LOANS & DEBT, UKRAINE / RUSSIA, INTERNATIONAL CONFLICT, WAR

TRUMP, NATO & INTERNATIONAL CONFLICT, GOVERNMENT OVERREACH, MEDIA: INDEPENDENT VS CORPORATE, ELECTIONS,

BORDER, BIDEN ADMINISTRATION, ABORTION, GOVERNMENT, COVID, GENDER EQUALITY, BABY FORMULA, UKRAINE & INTERNATIONAL CONFLICT

FARMING & FOOD, MILITARY & INTERNATIONAL CONFLICT, STOCK MARKET, ECONOMY, DISINFORMATION GOVERNANCE BOARD (MINISTRY OF TRUTH), UKRAINE, SUPREME COURT & PROTESTS, OIL & TRANSPORTATION

John and Jim are joined by International Conflict specialist Mark Card to poke, prod, pry, and dissect the Federations' legendary "General Order One" - Starfleet's "Prime Directive" barring interference in other cultures. Does it work as foreign policy? Is it portrayed consistently? How does it stack up to other international norms and rules?

There's been a lot of market volatility in reaction to the Fed and Russia invading Ukraine. On this episode, Greg and Kristin review what to soon-to-be and current retirees need to consider when it comes to their investments today and in the future. Plus, times such as this remind us how thankful we are to be Americans, and for many their American dream is being an entrepreneur. The Taylor's uncover what small business owners should keep in mind when it comes to their own retirement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Money Tales, our guest is John Foley. John is a former lead solo pilot of the Blue Angels. Being up in the sky, flying 18 inches apart from the next plane at 500 miles per hour requires intense communication and a deep understanding of what your role is. Also critical to this level of success is having trust in your team, and a commitment to continuous learning. As you'll hear, this is how John approaches all aspects of his life, including his personal finances. John is a former Sloan Fellow at Stanford's Graduate School of Business, entrepreneur, venture capitalist, leadership expert, speaker and Gratitude Guru. As a thought leader on high performance, John created the “Glad To Be Here” Mindset Methodology and the Diamond Performance Framework. As a Blue Angel, John consistently performed in an extreme, high-stakes environment, flying an F-18 at speeds of more than 500 miles per hour and in formations as close as 18 inches apart. To survive in those circumstances, he relied on a culture of high trust and leadership that turned inherently unforgiving flight into extraordinary experiences. His presentations inspire individuals, teams and organizations around the world to reach their highest potential while sustaining excellence under dynamic change. For decades, John has shared his exciting, rare journey with audiences around the world, becoming one of the most in-demand leadership and performance experts. John has spoken on 5 continents, 20 countries and over 1000 events working with some of the world's top organizations such as; Google, Intel, Cisco, Microsoft, HP, Mercedes Benz, BMW, IBM, Hitachi, Chevron, BP, Marriott, Hilton, Penske Racing, Alabama Football, LA Kings, Merrill Lynch, Morgan Stanley, Edward Jones, Fidelity, Mass Mutual, MetLife, Bank of America, Deloitte, IBM, Hershey, P&G, Philips, Etihad, America Hospital Association, Blue Cross and the Mayo Clinic. He has also been a featured speaker at NBA, MLB, MLS, NCAA, TedX, VC and CEO summits, Titan Summit, USNA Leadership Conference, Stanford Business School, University of Zurich, and Global Sports Summits. John keynote presentations, workshops and online curriculum support Individuals, Teams, Organizations with lessons in: High Performance, Leadership, Teamwork Trust, Beliefs, Accountability, Culture Glad To Be Here Mindset, Gratitude John graduated from the US Naval Academy with a BS in Mechanical Engineering and was a defensive back for the Midshipmen. He was chosen as “Top Ten Carrier Pilot” six times before becoming an F/A-18 Instructor Pilot. He holds three master's degrees: MA in National Security & Strategic Studies from the Naval War College, Stanford Master of Science in Management, as a Sloan fellow from Stanford Graduate School of Business and MA in International Policy Studies from Stanford University. John was also a Fellow at Stanford Center on International Conflict and Negotiation and was awarded an honorary PhD from UNAM, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México. As the founder of the Glad To Be Here Foundation, he and his wife Carol have donated over 1.9 million dollars to over 347 charities worldwide and sponsor children in 47 countries. See all episodes >

In this episode of Money Tales, our guest is John Foley. John is a former lead solo pilot of the Blue Angels. Being up in the sky, flying 18 inches apart from the next plane at 500 miles per hour requires intense communication and a deep understanding of what your role is. Also critical to this level of success is having trust in your team, and a commitment to continuous learning. As you'll hear, this is how John approaches all aspects of his life, including his personal finances. John is a former Sloan Fellow at Stanford's Graduate School of Business, entrepreneur, venture capitalist, leadership expert, speaker and Gratitude Guru. As a thought leader on high performance, John created the “Glad To Be Here” Mindset Methodology and the Diamond Performance Framework. As a Blue Angel, John consistently performed in an extreme, high-stakes environment, flying an F-18 at speeds of more than 500 miles per hour and in formations as close as 18 inches apart. To survive in those circumstances, he relied on a culture of high trust and leadership that turned inherently unforgiving flight into extraordinary experiences. His presentations inspire individuals, teams and organizations around the world to reach their highest potential while sustaining excellence under dynamic change. For decades, John has shared his exciting, rare journey with audiences around the world, becoming one of the most in-demand leadership and performance experts. John has spoken on 5 continents, 20 countries and over 1000 events working with some of the world's top organizations such as; Google, Intel, Cisco, Microsoft, HP, Mercedes Benz, BMW, IBM, Hitachi, Chevron, BP, Marriott, Hilton, Penske Racing, Alabama Football, LA Kings, Merrill Lynch, Morgan Stanley, Edward Jones, Fidelity, Mass Mutual, MetLife, Bank of America, Deloitte, IBM, Hershey, P&G, Philips, Etihad, America Hospital Association, Blue Cross and the Mayo Clinic. He has also been a featured speaker at NBA, MLB, MLS, NCAA, TedX, VC and CEO summits, Titan Summit, USNA Leadership Conference, Stanford Business School, University of Zurich, and Global Sports Summits. John keynote presentations, workshops and online curriculum support Individuals, Teams, Organizations with lessons in: High Performance, Leadership, Teamwork Trust, Beliefs, Accountability, Culture Glad To Be Here Mindset, Gratitude John graduated from the US Naval Academy with a BS in Mechanical Engineering and was a defensive back for the Midshipmen. He was chosen as “Top Ten Carrier Pilot” six times before becoming an F/A-18 Instructor Pilot. He holds three master's degrees: MA in National Security & Strategic Studies from the Naval War College, Stanford Master of Science in Management, as a Sloan fellow from Stanford Graduate School of Business and MA in International Policy Studies from Stanford University. John was also a Fellow at Stanford Center on International Conflict and Negotiation and was awarded an honorary PhD from UNAM, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México. As the founder of the Glad To Be Here Foundation, he and his wife Carol have donated over 1.9 million dollars to over 347 charities worldwide and sponsor children in 47 countries. Learn more about Money Tale$ > Subscribe to the podcast Recent episodes See all episodes > Form CRS Form ADV Terms of Use Privacy Rights and Policies