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Thinking Like a Terrorist: Blood of My Children

Pt 2: Exploring the murky origins of modern terrorism (in America)
4 hrs ago • Ryan McBeth

Drones vs Fighters: Iran's $100 Billion Decision

Iran may not need to rebuild its old Air Force. It may need to build the next one.
Jun 22 • Ryan McBeth

14:38

Cuba's Military in 2026: Teeth or Paper Tiger?

Cuba’s Military Is Old. That Doesn’t Mean It’s Harmless.
Jun 20 • Ryan McBeth

32:41

There's a HUGE Problem With Laser Drone Defense

But it depends on what you mean by "drone."
Jun 19 • Ryan McBeth

18:19

Russia's Oil Problem Just Got Worse

Russia Can’t Protect—or Insure—Its Oil Refineries
Jun 18 • Ryan McBeth

8:16

Global Warning Episode 16: Europe Fumbles, America Rearms, and West Africa Boils

With Ryan McBeth
Jun 18 • Ryan McBeth

18:14

Thinking Like a Terrorist: What's In a Name?

Pt 1: On the mental gymnastics required to define terrorism and the terrorist
Jun 17 • Ryan McBeth

Iran War Lessons: What Worked, What Failed, and What Must Change

The Iran War Was a Warning to China, Russia, and America
Jun 15 • Ryan McBeth

39:48