Brass Buzzwords

Brass Buzzwords

Author: Joe McGiffin, Pete Mitchell September 11, 2024 Duration: 28:41
Pete and Joe discuss CJADC2 and some of the related buzzwords floating around the defense community today. ***All opinions expressed are those of the speakers and reflect the position of no other entities*** ***Our music credits: "Achilles" and "Heavy Interlude" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Sound **Photo Credit: google Gemini AI

Ever find yourself scrolling through headlines about global events, wondering how things really work behind the scenes? Brass Tactics digs into that curiosity, moving past the soundbites to examine the mechanics of international relations and national security. Hosts Joe McGiffin and Pete Mitchell approach each conversation with a straightforward goal: to unpack complex geopolitical questions without partisan spin or agenda. They believe that understanding the 'why' and 'how'-from diplomatic maneuvers to defense strategies-is essential for anyone navigating today's interconnected world. In this podcast, you'll hear thoughtful analysis on current events and deeper systemic issues, all framed to cut through the noise. The discussions are grounded in a practical, no-nonsense perspective that respects your intelligence. Whether a long-standing policy wonk or simply a concerned citizen, tuning in provides a clearer foundation for forming your own opinions on foreign affairs. Joe and Pete’s chemistry makes even the densest topics accessible and engaging, transforming abstract concepts into relatable conversations. For a regular dose of clarity on how power, culture, and science intersect on the global stage, Brass Tactics is a reliable resource.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 30

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Iran Shenan-Agains? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:18
Pete and Joe talk the uncomfortable wait for an Iranian response to the Israeli surgical strike. ***All opinions expressed are those of the speakers and reflect the position of no other entities*** ***Our music credits:…
National Defunct Strategy? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:05
Pete and Joe talk the latest National Defense Strategy review. ***All opinions expressed are those of the speakers and reflect the position of no other entities*** ***Our music credits: “Achilles” Intro and "Heavy Interl…
Book Tactics [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:39
Brass Tactics goes to the bookshelves for our reading list recommendations. ***All opinions expressed are those of the speakers and reflect the position of no other entities*** ***Our music credit: “Circus of Freaks” Kev…
Of MOSS and MOUSE: Principles of War [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:10
It has been a while since we bored you with some military theory so we thought we could take a swing at the principles of war this week. ***All opinions expressed are those of the speakers and reflect the position of no…
Brass Tickets [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:25
Brass Tactics goes to the war movies! ***All opinions expressed are those of the speakers and reflect the position of no other entities*** ***Our music credit: “Circus of Freaks” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed…
99 Fire Balloons and Other Asymmetric Stories [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:16
The cast discusses asymmetric warfare with a special focus on how balloons have been used for tactical advantages consistently since their inception. ***All opinions expressed are those of the speakers and reflect the po…
The Warrior's Worth [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:20
Pete, Joe, and Matt revisit force projection from a new perspective: the cost of deploying military force. ***All opinions expressed are those of the speakers and reflect the position of no other entities*** ***Our music…
May the Force Project You [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:42
Joe and Pete bring on their friend Matt to talk about force projection--a linchpin in the US national security strategy ***All opinions expressed are those of the speakers and reflect the position of no other entities***…
Isretaliation [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:20
Joe and Pete discuss the Iranian retaliation strike after a two-week hiatus. Welcome to the world Joe's new baby! ***All opinions expressed are those of the speakers and reflect the position of no other entities*** ***Ou…
The Palestine Question [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:59
Joe and Pete get around to their own perspective on the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. Today's conflict in that region can clearly be traced to misguided approaches to foreign policy in the previous century.…