Hosts Melanie Marlowe, Christopher Preble, and Zack Cooper, debate their way through some of the toughest and most contentious topics related to strategy, international relations, and the use of force. This podcast is brought to you by the Stimson Center and produced by University FM.

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Hosts Melanie Marlowe, Christopher Preble, and Zack Cooper, debate their way through some of the toughest and most contentious topics related to strategy, international relations, and the use of force. This podcast is brought to you by the Stimson Center and produced by University FM.
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Recent Episodes

July 16, 2026
Net Assessment Assesses the 2026 Annual Threat Assessment
Chris, Zack, and Melanie interview each other about the 2026 Annual Threat Assessment, evaluating its accuracy and alignment with Trump administration policy.

July 2, 2026
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Emma Ashford and Melanie and Zack discuss how US commitment changes impact European deterrence and nuclear escalation risks in this interview.

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Chris, Melanie, and Zack explore how allies' access to U.S. bases impacts American strategy and wartime capabilities in this interview.
188 total episodes available with 66 transcripts
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