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Three experts, one Story. Each fortnight we host a panel of international experts diving into the biggest geopolitical stories shaping the news both here and overseas. Hosted by Michael Hilliard

122 Episodes | 2019 - 2024

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117 - Equipping Your Insurgency: A Guide to the Small Arms Market

March 25th, 2024

1:13:07

Delving into the shadowy realm of the small arms trade, we unravel a web of clandestine dealings and backroom deals that span the entire globe, …

116 - Haiti: Cauldron of the Caribbean

March 7th, 2024

1:23:15

As Haiti grapples with an unprecedented crisis, the spectre of state collapse under the weight of rampant gang violence has cast a long shadow over …

115 - The Future of Nuclear Warfare

February 22nd, 2024

1:12:34

As the world stands on the brink of a new era in nuclear warfare, attention now shifts to the United States' ambitious modernisation programs and the burgeoning arms race in nuclear weapons development. This surge in …

114 - Poland: Europe's Eastern Shield

February 9th, 2024

1:15:43

Europe is banking on Poland to valiantly secure its Eastern frontier, recognising its pivotal role along the CSTO's Western border and Poland's …

113 - Can India Replace China in the Global Supply Chain?

January 23rd, 2024

1:27:23

Businesses considering the great decoupling from China face the dilemma of finding a new manufacturing hub, with India emerging as a popular choice …

112 - Russia's Six Fleets: A Sinking Superpower

January 9th, 2024

1:20:22

Russia's naval forces, structured around six distinct fleets, are navigating turbulent waters in the current geopolitical climate. While all six of …

111 - The Splintering of Sudan

December 26th, 2023

1:15:21

Sudan is entangled in a rapidly escalating civil war, marked by widespread protests, violent clashes, and an alarming surge in refugees fleeing the …

110 - Wargaming: Argentina Reinvades the Falklands

December 11th, 2023

56:04

Argentina's incoming president, Milei, was queried about reclaiming the Falkland Islands for Argentina, following the path of his predecessors by …

109 - A Second Arab Spring: Imminent or Impossible?

November 26th, 2023

1:11:48

As unrest simmers throughout the Middle East, echoes of the initial Arab Spring resonate amid similar economic triggers, fueling speculation about a …

108 - Extrajudicial Killings and Targeted Assassinations

November 13th, 2023

1:14:28

The unsettling trend of Extrajudicial Killings is on the rise. A method once used mainly by the US and Russia is now being increasingly adopted by many more countries, mostly targeting defectors and opposition living …

107 - The Hollowing of Hong Kong

October 30th, 2023

1:08:08

Hong Kong, is witnessing an unprecedented erosion of its "One Country, Two Systems" framework, as China tightens its grip on the region. The once clear demarcation of autonomy is now blurred, with pro-democracy …

106 - Wargaming: Moldova vs Transnistria

October 16th, 2023

1:09:12

Moldova, flanked by the complex dynamics of Eastern Europe, currently stands at a critical juncture in its geopolitical fate, as the …

105 - Iran: Crises on Every Front

October 2nd, 2023

1:12:42

Iran, ensnared by its mountainous borders, now faces multifaceted threats from all directions and their strategic position is becoming increasingly …

104 - El Salvador: The Price of Security

September 18th, 2023

1:03:34

Once the murder capital of the world, El Salvador finds itself grappling with both gang violence and geopolitical shifts. Between 2013 and 2016, …

103 - Wargaming: India vs Pakistan

September 3rd, 2023

1:23:38

The potential conflict between India and Pakistan stands at a precipice of alarming complexity, as the two nuclear-armed neighbours navigate a …

102 - The Economic Feasibility of Nuclear Power

August 20th, 2023

1:01:33

The economic feasibility of Nuclear Power is under an unprecedented microscope, with evolving energy solutions and changing market dynamics, the …

101 - UUV's: Underwater Drones and Seabed Warfare

August 6th, 2023

1:13:06

UUVs or Unmanned Underwater Vehicles, are set to make the same kind of impact that UAVs previously made on the modern battlefield. With their vast operational capacities and affordable price tags, we are not only seeing …

100 - Scoring Every Prediction by The Red Line (100th Episode Special)

July 23rd, 2023

1:15:12

The Red Line has reached our 100th episode, and it has been an amazing journey putting all of these episodes together. But how accurate have our predictions been? We have been engaged in analysis and reporting for …

99 - Equatorial Guinea: The North Korea of Africa

July 9th, 2023

1:03:41

Equatorial Guinea is one of the most puzzling countries in the world, with everything from coups involving Margaret Thatcher's son, to firing squads …

98 - The Geopolitics of Estonia

June 26th, 2023

1:08:42

Estonia has one of the most impressive economic transformations anywhere on the planet, gaining independence from the USSR and completely overhauling …

97 - The Death of Françafrique: Africa's Rebalancing Act

June 11th, 2023

1:12:37

The ensuing dramatic demise of Françafrique and the consequential transformation of France's strategic goals in Africa have reshaped much …

96 - Democracy in Central Asia?

May 29th, 2023

1:38:17

Central Asia stands at a pivotal crossroads, with the next few months likely to set the course for the region going forward. What lies at stake in …

95 - The Death of the US Dollar?

May 15th, 2023

1:17:44

There has been an online explosion of discourse surrounding several currency agreements signed by nations like Russia, China and India, with some …

94 - Egypt's Economic Crisis: A Perfect Storm?

April 30th, 2023

1:17:00

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the looming economic crisis in Egypt. With inflation on the rise, foreign investment declining, and a mounting debt burden, the country's economy is facing significant …

93 - Satellite Surveillance: The New Orbital Arms Race

April 16th, 2023

1:16:34

In this episode, we explore the intensifying arms race between the US, Russia, and China in orbital satellite surveillance technology. Delving into …

92 - Narco-Economics: Inside the Mexican Drug Trade

April 3rd, 2023

1:49:05

In this episode, we delve into the complex and lucrative world of the Mexican cartel drug trade and explore the economic factors that drive it. From the production and transportation of drugs to the money laundering …

91 - Bulgaria: Russia's Backdoor into Europe?

March 19th, 2023

1:02:02

Bulgaria currently stands at a crossroads, with one group pulling the country toward the West, and an alliance of corruption, crime, and capture …

90 - East Asian Rearmament

March 5th, 2023

1:20:13

China appears to be sleepwalking toward a conflict over Taiwan, and in response, East Asia has begun to prepare for a war that could start as early …

89 - European Rearmament (Are We Preparing for the Wrong War?)

February 19th, 2023

1:41:10

The war in Ukraine completely changed how Europe saw its own defence, and once against the continent is beginning to scramble to hastily rearm and modernise its defence industries. The question being asked by several …

88 - Venezuela's Return to the West?

February 5th, 2023

1:24:09

With demand for oil skyrocketing, the US are now reconsidering the usefulness of Venezuela's massive natural oil reserves. To meet the demand in the …

87 - How Strong is the Chinese Economy?

January 22nd, 2023

1:28:14

There are major faultlines appearing within the Chinese economy, particularly within many of the state government's budgets. Large debts are now all …

86 - Russian Operations in Syria

January 8th, 2023

1:37:28

Numerous analysts failed to correctly predict the outcome of a war between Russia and Ukraine, with many anticipating Russia would conquer Ukraine …

85 - Could the US Conquer North Korea?

December 26th, 2022

1:22:53

North Korea, a nation whose GDP is equivalent to that of the small island of Jamaica, has tested a record amount of missiles this year. With these increasing tests, there is a worry that they will build upon this …

84 - Is the CSTO Facing Collapse?

December 11th, 2022

1:27:03

This year Russia has watched their geopolitical position within the region sink from bad to worse, and now there is a brand new issue facing Moscow, …

The Winners and Losers of Energy Transition - The Green Line - Ep 5

December 4th, 2022

1:44:43

There is no greater challenge when it comes to Climate Change than that of the energy transition. For some countries, it will mean investing billions into the modernisation of their power grids, and for other countries, …

83 - Does Foreign Aid Actually Work?

November 27th, 2022

1:29:14

Billions of dollars worth of aid have been sent over the recent decades in hopes of building up the developing world, but whether the aid is …

D.R.Congo: Dirty Metals for Clean Energy - The Green Line - Ep 4

November 20th, 2022

1:43:16

The world is on the precipice of the new revolution in Green Technology, but where do the materials for this Green Tech come from? One of the primary …

82 - Saudi Arabia: A Global Economic Powderkeg

November 13th, 2022

1:39:49

Saudi Arabia is experiencing numerous simultaneous challenges at the moment, ranging from royal infighting, a rearming Yemen, a diverging population, …

Water Wars - The Green Line - Ep 3

November 6th, 2022

1:39:10

Water is the most precious resource known to man, but some countries are currently preparing to wield it as a weapon. Through the building of hydroelectric dams, the shrinking of water supplies, or plain geography, …

81 - The Geopolitics of Microchips and Semiconductors

October 30th, 2022

1:29:41

The Biden administration has just dealt a massive blow to the trajectory of the Chinese military, placing a ban on high-end microchips and semiconductors entering China. This is a virtually unprecedented move, and will …

How the Chinese Military is Preparing for Climate Change - The Green Line - Ep 2

October 23rd, 2022

1:16:44

Beijing now plays a crucial part in the global supply chain, and with it, the global CO2 output. However, even though China only recently reached this level of industrialisation, climate change is hitting them at the …

80 - Mozambique: The Campaign Against Cabo Delgado

October 16th, 2022

1:24:23

Mozambique has been struggling with an insurgency in its North for a number of years now, but events now appear to be moving from bad to worse. The …

How the US Military is Preparing for Climate Change - The Green Line - Ep 1

October 9th, 2022

1:33:20

Whilst debates around Climate Change still rage on US TV, the US Military has been quietly preparing for the now inevitable. Planners are now acutely aware of just how quick Climate Change is coming down upon us, and …

79 - Myanmar's Crumbling Coup

October 2nd, 2022

1:26:38

After a landslide democratic victory the military siezed power with a coup in February 2021. To prevent democracy from slipping away once again, the people of Myanmar stood up against the military junta. These protests …

78 - Turkey's Strategic Goals in the Middle East (The Death of Kemalism?)

September 18th, 2022

1:41:28

Turkey is attempting to reassert itself back onto the world stage but stands at a crossroads as to which direction to extend its influence. Europe has blocked Turkey's entry into the EU for decades now, and Central Asia …

77 - The Cyber War in Ukraine

September 4th, 2022

1:37:38

We are now entering the sixth month of Russia's major offensive into Ukraine, and whilst reporters are fixed on the number of tank and infantry battles occurring across the country, many are missing the heated struggles …

76 - Are Aircraft Carriers Becoming Obsolete?

August 21st, 2022

1:28:04

The aircraft carrier has been the crown jewel of national fleets for nearly 80 years, with these steel giants being the decisive factor in many of the last centuries' pivotal battles. With their growth in importance …

75 - Human Trafficking: An Industry Lacking Conviction

August 7th, 2022

1:27:00

Human trafficking has become the third largest industry in the black market, but unlike guns or drugs, which see millions of convictions per year, human trafficking sees less than 0.5% of cases prosecuted. So why is an …

74 - The Black Market for Nuclear Weapons

July 24th, 2022

1:38:36

The collapse of the USSR brought about a period within Russia of unbridled chaos, devolving into a free-for-all amongst citizens unsure where their …

73 - Balochistan and the Breaking of Belt-and-Road

July 10th, 2022

1:22:59

As the Baloch separatists continue to build pressure on Islamabad with several clashes in the country's south, many in the region are beginning to unsettle that this movement may destabilise the entire regional balance …

72 - Can Europe Survive Without Russian Gas?

June 26th, 2022

1:25:58

Decades of interweaving between Europe and the Russian gas industry came crashing down upon Russia's recent invasion of Ukraine, and now Europe has been thrown into a no-win situation. The EU can stand with Ukraine, but …

71 - The New Arms Race for the Indian Ocean

June 12th, 2022

1:21:09

80% of the world's trade will pass through the Indian Ocean at some point on its journey, yet the importance of this crucial theatre seems lost on many observers at the moment. With Beijing, Washington and New Dehli all …

70 - Romanian and Moldovan Reunifaction (A Defence Against Russia?)

May 29th, 2022

1:22:04

When Lukashenko released the now infamous Russian war plans map he raised alarm bells throughout Europe, signalling that Russia may be looking to …

69 - Chinese Influence in South America

May 15th, 2022

1:22:13

Most Latin American ambassadors tell the same story. Whilst every meeting with the US revolves around China, every meeting with the Chinese revolves …

68 - How Effective are Economic Sanctions?

May 1st, 2022

1:25:38

War is an increasingly complicated operation, and these days most battles are fought on excel spreadsheets as much as they are in the field. The US has just launched a barrage of sanctions against long time rival …

67 - Oman: A Looming Crisis

April 17th, 2022

1:18:17

Oman has for decades now pitched itself as the "Switzerland of the Middle East", holding a steady course of neutrality above all. Staying neutral …

66 - Why are Military Coups on the Rise in Africa?

April 3rd, 2022

1:19:21

The higher the temperature, the higher the chance of a fire.

With the current myriad of crises in West Africa, we are witnessing a frightening rise …

65 - The Feasibility of an EU Army

March 20th, 2022

1:21:52

With Washington and Beijing continuing to engage in a new competition for international influence, Europe stands in an odd place. Combined the EU is the largest GDP in the world, but from a military standpoint, the …

64 - Bougainville, Papua New Guinea and the Battle for Melanesia

March 6th, 2022

1:14:31

The world's soon to be newest nation is stepping out onto the world stage, complicating the geopolitics of its region. A fractured Papua New Guinea …

63 - Can Syria Be Rebuilt?

February 20th, 2022

1:44:17

We are entering the next stage of the Syrian Civil War, a less bloody stage, but a far more impactful one. The major powers that ratcheted this war …

62 - The Geopolitics of Suriname

February 6th, 2022

1:07:14

Suriname is a country so far off of most analysts radar that few have looked past its basic details and into its complicated geopolitical crossroads. …

61 - Turkish Influence in Central Asia

January 23rd, 2022

1:36:12

Turkey spent much of the 20th-century building itself back up from the collapse of the Ottoman Empire, striving to once again become the major power …

60 - How Terrorist Groups are Funded

January 9th, 2022

1:28:16

Causing international chaos has never been cheaper or easier, with terrorist groups able to gather funding and recruits from across the world. The question is though, why can't we just cut off these groups from their …

59 - Russia's Pacific Strategy: The Forgotten Front

December 26th, 2021

1:08:43

Whilst the eyes of the world are fixated on Russia's border with Ukraine, Moscow is beginning to make major moves 7500km to the East on Russia's Pacific coast. The major powers have begun their pivot to Asia, and now …

58 - Bosnia: A Peace in Pieces

December 12th, 2021

1:18:48

Bosnia is currently sliding back toward ethnic conflict and civil strife as Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik proposes major reforms that would help …

57 - Sri Lanka: The End of Neutrality

November 28th, 2021

59:40

Sri Lanka has for decades experienced crisis after crisis, but throughout it all remained steadfastly neutral, always being able to play bigger players like India and China off of each other. But now with a worsening …

56 - Could NATO Defend the Baltic States Against Russia?

November 14th, 2021

1:21:42

With Russia becoming increasingly brazen on NATO's Eastern flank, the Baltic nations aren't looking as safe as they once were. Could we see another …

55 - The Privatisation of Warfare: Russian PMC Operations in Africa

October 31st, 2021

1:21:57

War is becoming increasingly privatised, and the rules of the battlefield are shifting. Now we are reaching a point when companies are fighting …

54 - Algeria: The Powderkeg of North Africa

October 17th, 2021

1:24:44

For decades Algeria has been tussling for the leadership position in North Africa with its Western neighbour Morocco, the fighting has stretched from Western Sahara, to the Sahel, and even to competing economies. Now …

53 - Vietnam: Frontline of the South China Sea

October 3rd, 2021

1:05:46

Vietnam is quickly become the new frontline in the South China Sea, with the nation standing in the direct path of an expansionist China. Will Vietnam be able to once again be the rock great empires crash upon, or will …

52 - The Future of Space Warfare

September 19th, 2021

1:23:18

Space has become the newest battlefield to undergo wide-ranging militarization, with everything from Nuclear Weapons to Kamikaze Satellites being deployed into orbit. What was once just a two-horse race between the US …

51 - Belarus: The Next Crimea?

September 5th, 2021

1:12:36

Since 1994 Belarus has been ruled by Alexander Lukashenko, better known as Europe's last dictator. 2020 though brought a brand new wave of protests …

50 - The Splitting of Cyprus: Turkey vs Greece

August 22nd, 2021

1:12:33

Turkey and Greece have been battling each other for influence over the Eastern Mediterranean now for centuries, and nowhere is that struggle more evident than on the island of Cyprus. The island is currently divided …

49 - Brazil's War in the Favelas

August 8th, 2021

1:21:45

South America's largest nation is currently in the middle of a tumultuous period, with war at home and a looming financial crisis on the horizon. …

48 - The Shattering of Ethiopia (The War in Tigray)

July 25th, 2021

1:32:11

With the attention of the world focused elsewhere, a conflict that threatens the stability of an entire continent has slipped under the radar. …

47 - The Resurgence of Africa's Conflict Diamonds

July 11th, 2021

1:11:26

Diamonds have been used to pay militias and rebel groups for decades due to their ease of transportation, global demand, and reliable value. After diamonds fuelled conflict across Africa, the Kimberley Process was …

46 - The UAE's Red Sea Strategy

June 27th, 2021

1:16:26

Dubai's transformation from a fishing village to a global hub epitomises the unlikely country that is the United Arab Emirates. Massive oil wealth has enabled them to punch above their weight, but as the world marches …

45 - Japan and the Quad

June 13th, 2021

1:12:45
To counter an ever-expanding China, Tokyo is turning abroad in search of allies. Key to this is the recent revival of "The Quad", a strategic dialogue between The US, Australia, Japan and India. Will it be enough …

44 - The Geopolitics of Uzbekistan (and the Island of Anthrax)

May 30th, 2021

1:20:55

Half way down the old Silk Road lies the former Soviet republic of Uzbekistan, the republic that connects all of the Central Asian states. With the …

43 - The Next Phase in Cyber Warfare

May 16th, 2021

1:30:47

With each major technological leap forward in warfare the rules of war also change, and the new frontier of Cyber Warfare has completely thrown out …

42 - The Battle for Western Sahara (Africa's Last Colony)

May 2nd, 2021

1:25:48
On the Northwestern edge of the Sahara desert lies the former Spanish colonial possession of Western Sahara. The region has been in various states …

41 - Who Controls the Caribbean?

April 18th, 2021

1:16:19

In 1823 US President James Monroe declared "The Monroe Doctrine", that the Western hemisphere would be the backyard of the United States. That …

40 - Georgia, Abkhazia and South Ossetia (A War for the Crossroads) 

April 4th, 2021

1:39:39

Georgia has been at the heart of regional geopolitics for decades now, smashed between three expanding areas of influence from Moscow, Ankara and …

39 - Pakistan's Two Front War

March 21st, 2021

1:42:55

When Obama left the White House he stated that the thing that kept him up at night more than anything else was the potential for Pakistan and India to stumble into an unplanned nuclear exchange.  What was once a …

38 - Iraq: What Went Wrong?

March 7th, 2021

1:51:08

For a number of years Iraq has been spiraling, with worsening insurgencies, sectarian violence and numerous regional players all treating Iraq like a …

37 - The Geopolitics of Rare Earths

February 21st, 2021

1:37:57

We dont think much about it but Rare Earth elements are a huge part of our everyday life, powering our phones, laptops, satellites and cars. The thing we all overlook though is where those Rare Earths are coming from, …

36 - Lake Chad (Boko Haram and the French Foreign Legion)

February 7th, 2021

1:10:38

Lake Chad has shrunk by almost 90% since 1960, and the situation on the ground is becoming a breeding ground for regional terrorism. Outfits like Boko Haram, and ISIS in Africa are now capturing big patches of land in …

35 - Ukraine and the War in the East

January 24th, 2021

1:28:26

Russias entire defense strategy relies on a friendly or neutral Ukraine, so when Ukraine almost turned to the west in a revolution in 2014 panic …

34 - Could China Conquer Taiwan?

January 10th, 2021

1:31:19

Xi has thrown down the gauntlet and stated that Taiwan will return to the Peoples Republic of China by 2049, whether Taiwan wants it or not. So now a countdown timer has started, and Taiwan scrambles to prepare for what …

33 - The Geopolitics of Tajikistan

December 27th, 2020

1:28:00

No country could possibly feel more like "the edge of the known world" than the Central Asian republic of Tajikistan.  A nation where the president …

32 - Colombia (FARC, Paramilitarios and Cocaine)

December 13th, 2020

1:34:31

Colombia has always been closely associated with the international Cocaine trade, but the situation there is far more complicated with wider …

31 - Nagorno-Karabakh II (A Frozen Conflict Goes Hot)

November 29th, 2020

1:48:06

Like many of the ex-soviet republics, Azerbaijan and Armenia have been part of the frozen conflict now since the early '90s, but Azerbaijan has spent the last few years building up a massive modern army. Baku has now …

30 - The Geopolitics of Indonesia

November 15th, 2020

1:17:59

With a new cold war between the USA and China looming on the horizon the balance of power in Asia is being drawn up, with Beijing and Washington …

29 - Who Controls the Caspian Sea?

November 1st, 2020

1:13:35

What was once considered a Soviet lake is now quickly becoming one of the most important strategic locations in the region, with Russia working hard to maintain its grip over the sea. The important part though may be …

28 - How to Manipulate an Election (Trump, Murdoch and Brexit)

October 18th, 2020

1:25:59

This week we take a deep dive into how to manipulate elections, whilst breaking open a large story connecting Brexit and the Russian ambassador. We …

27 - The Geopolitics of Mongolia

October 4th, 2020

1:06:07

Smashed between Russia and China, Mongolia has a difficult position to begin with; but it was from that position that it once managed to create the …

26 - Will the Afghan Peace Deal Actually Work?

September 20th, 2020

1:17:11

The US has now been at war in Afghanistan for almost 20 years, and three administrations have all failed to find a solution to this war. Now the …

25 - Somalia (Al Shabaab, Pirates and Nuclear Waste)

September 6th, 2020

1:21:14

Somalia is often referred to as a failed state, with the nation being fractured into 4 parts, piracy and Al Shabaab controlling large chunks of the …

24 - Who is India's Biggest Strategic Enemy?

August 23rd, 2020

1:30:48

India is fast becoming one of the world's great powers, set to take the number 2 or 3 slot by 2050. This is unless another country were to derail India's current path, and the list of potential derailers is fairly …

23 - Thailand and the International Drug Trade

August 9th, 2020

1:13:20

Thailand has for a long time been the centerpiece of South East Asia, and many powers are starting to relearn its importance when it comes to shifting the direction of the region.  With the boom in internationalism and …

22 - The Geopolitics of Kosovo

July 26th, 2020

1:12:26

Kosovo has spent the last 2 decades fighting for its own independence, but with ever-increasing obstacles standing in their way will this mountainous nation ever achieve its lifelong dream?  This week we take a look …

21 - The Libyan Civil War II (The Tide Turns)

July 12th, 2020

1:08:25

When we covered the Libyan Civil War in February it looked like Haftar was about to be victorious, shelling the very gates of his enemies capital in …

20 - The Philippines (Duterte and the South China Sea)

June 28th, 2020

1:20:35

The South China sea is the new battleground between Beijing and Washington with the winner controlling the trades routes; and therefore the future of …

19 - Guyana (Cambridge Analytica and the next Cuban Missile Crisis)

June 14th, 2020

1:23:13

While everyone has their eyes on its imploding neighbours Guyana is entering its own new phase, one that is likely to make it one of the world's next …

18 - The Geopolitics of Turkmenistan

June 1st, 2020

1:13:12

Often referred to as the North Korea of Central Asia, Turkmenistan is simply a desert of contradictions. A nation where you memorize poems to get your driver's license, where the president raps on TV, and where many …

17 - Nagorno-Karabakh (Armenia vs Azerbaijan)

May 17th, 2020

1:01:09

In the South Caucasus between Armenia and Azerbaijan lies an island of Armenians in the middle of Azerbaijan, two countries now firmly at war with each other. The Armenians have invaded and now occupy a quarter of the …

16 - The Geopolitics of North Korea

May 3rd, 2020

1:16:56

There are few geopolitical flashpoints in the world more dangerous than North Korea, and with instability at the top of the regime we can add another …

15 - The South Sudanese Civil War

April 19th, 2020

1:17:32

After a 30 year war with Sudan, South Sudan finally gained its independence, but with no external enemy, a power vacuum quickly told hold. Two men …

14 - War in the Arctic (Russia's Hypersonic Missile Program)

April 5th, 2020

1:13:44

The coldest battlefield in the world is opening up, and old regional rivalries are beginning to flare. This is moving trade routes from the US's …

13 - Private Militaries (Wagner vs Blackwater)

March 22nd, 2020

1:14:41

Private militaries or PMC's have been popping up in all of the worlds conflict zones, guns for hire being paid to the dirty work nation-states don't want to do. Is this the future of war or is this a slippery slope that …

12 - The Vultures of Venezuela

March 8th, 2020

1:17:40

Venezuela, home to the largest proven oil reserves in the world was once the jewel of South America, the envy of the Latin world, but now the country …

11 - The Libyan Civil War

February 23rd, 2020

1:12:39

The Libyan civil war is ramping to a climax, general Haftars forces have arrived at the gates on the capital Tripoli and the entire world is taking …

10 - Foreign Aid (Australia's Pacific Strategy)

February 9th, 2020

59:13

Foreign aid is one of the most misunderstood parts of any nations budget, why would a country give money to another country when they have hungry …

9 - The Consequences of War with Iran

January 26th, 2020

1:02:22

Every month we seem to escalate the tensions with Iran, drawing Iran and the West closer and closer into large scale conflict. One that would likely …

8 - The Crossroads of Kyrgyzstan

January 12th, 2020

58:09

Kyrgyzstan stands at one of the most important decisions the country will ever make about its future, to look toward Moscow or to look toward Beijing.... The Kyrgyz people live upon some of the most important real …

7 - Experts Predictions for 2020

December 29th, 2019

57:09

2020 is set to be one of the most impactful years for human history, where we will make choices that will steer our future for a decade to come. With …

6 - Transnistria (Europes Last Soviet Republic)

December 15th, 2019

51:22

Between Moldova and Ukraine lies the breakaway republic of Transnistria the last nation to hold the hammer and sickle upon its flag, this …

5 - UK Election Special (The Brexit Election)

December 1st, 2019

54:20

The UK has been polarised and dragged to a stop over the biggest issue to face the country since WW2....Brexit. With the government paralyzed the …

4 - Yemen (A War for Chokepoints)

November 17th, 2019

1:01:11

Yemen is currently the home to the worst humanitarian crisis of our time, with a civil war that has dragged in countries from all around the globe. This small desert country is now the 5-way battleground for the world's …

2 - West Papua (Bows Against Helicopters)

October 20th, 2019

45:21

Only swimming distance from the borders of Australia lies the island of Guinea, where half the population is currently fighting to become free from …

1 - Afghanistan (18 Years of War)

October 7th, 2019

49:35

It has been 18 years since NATO declared war on Afghanistan, and what do we have to show for it? Where is the war at today? Im joined by three expert witnesses who are going to give us Afghanistans past, present and …

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  • Queue episodes to create a personal continuous playlist
RadioPublic on iOS and Android
Or by RSS
RSS feed
https://feeds.megaphone.fm/ARML4010200722

Connect with listeners

Podcasters use the RadioPublic listener relationship platform to build lasting connections with fans

Yes, let's begin connecting
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Find new listeners

  • A dedicated website for your podcast
  • Web embed players designed to convert visitors to listeners in the RadioPublic apps for iPhone and Android
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Understand your audience

  • Capture listener activity with affinity scores
  • Measure your promotional campaigns and integrate with Google and Facebook analytics
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Engage your fanbase

  • Deliver timely Calls To Action, including email acquistion for your mailing list
  • Share exactly the right moment in an episode via text, email, and social media
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Make money

  • Tip and transfer funds directly to podcastsers
  • Earn money for qualified plays in the RadioPublic apps with Paid Listens