The Spear is a podcast from the Modern War Institute at West Point. It sets out to explore the combat experience, with each episode featuring a guest who tells a detailed and personal story, describing the events and exploring topics like decision-making under stress and what it feels like to be in combat.
The Spear
Claim This Podcastby Modern War Institute at West Point
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216 episodes
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The Spear is a podcast from the Modern War Institute at West Point. It sets out to explore the combat experience, with each episode featuring a guest who tells a detailed and personal story, describing the events and exploring topics like decision-making under stress and what it feels like to be in combat.
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Publishing Since
7/12/2017
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Recent Episodes
July 2, 2026
Observer, Coach, Trainer at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center
Dr. Charlie Faint interviews Captain Francis Ambrogio about the Joint Multinational Readiness Center's role in preparing forces for modern warfare through timeless fundamentals and technological integration.
June 18, 2026
Commanding a Multi-Domain Effects Battalion in the Indo-Pacific
Lieutenant Colonel Tiane Garner shares how her Multi-Domain Effects Battalion operates in the Indo-Pacific, highlighting the integration of advanced capabilities and the enduring importance of disciplined soldiers.
April 20, 2026
Long-Range Precision Fires and the Fight for the First Island Chain
In this episode of The Spear, host Dr. Charlie Faint speaks with Lieutenant Colonel Ben Blane about the rapid evolution of long-range precision fires and the Army’s shift toward multidomain operations in preparation for conflict with near-peer adversaries, particularly in the Indo-Pacific. Blane traces his career from traditional artillery roles to commanding the Army’s first long-range precision fires battalion, highlighting how emerging capabilities, such as hypersonic weapons, networked missile systems, drones, cyber, and space integration, are transforming artillery into a central component of joint, distributed warfare. He emphasizes the importance of forward positioning, interoperability with allies, and building resilient, networked kill webs that enable faster, more precise effects across domains. Drawing on real-world experimentation in places like the Philippines, he underscores both the successes and challenges of integrating new technologies under constant adversary observation, while stressing that future warfare will depend less on mass and more on speed, adaptability, and intelligent, interconnected munitions.
216 total episodes available with 20 transcripts
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This podcast updates weekly.
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This podcast is available on 10 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
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