Beste War Studies podcasts (2024)

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The power of open-source intelligence with Henrietta Wilson 39:06

2M ago39:06

39:06

How is open-source data being used to uncover threats to human security, and what ethical challenges do practitioners face when working with open-source intelligence? In this episode, we delve into these questions with Henrietta Wilson, Visiting Research Fellow at the Centre for Science & Security Studies, King’s College London. Henrietta, co-edito…

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The Strugle for Taiwan with Professor Sulmaan Khan 1:01:27

3M ago1:01:27

1:01:27

What makes Taiwan such a crucial flashpoint in global politics? How has its historical journey shaped its current role on the world stage? In this special 'War Studies Podcast Live' episode, Dr Charlie Laderman, Senior Lecturer in International History, talks with Professor Sulmaan Khan of Tufts University about his latest book, ‘The Struggle for T…

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The Great Global Rebalancing with Dr Samir Puri 48:11

3M ago48:11

48:11

Are we witnessing the decline of Western power and influence? What could this mean for the future of the global order? In this episode, Dr. Samir Puri—former UK diplomat and Visiting Lecturer in the Department of War Studies—delves into these critical questions and more. We discuss his new book, Westlessness: The Great Global Rebalancing, and explo…

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What is the ‘logic’ of intergroup conflict? 1:02:09

5M ago1:02:09

1:02:09

Why do groups enter into conflict when a peaceful resolution could be reached? Dr Nafees Hamid interviews Dr Hannes Rusch about his work examining the ‘logic’ of intergroup conflict. Dr Rusch talks us through the basic models which explain why groups might choose conflict, and highlights key questions that remain unanswered by the research. This re…

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Understanding conflict trauma and mental health in South Sudan 32:33

5M ago32:33

32:33

*This episode was recorded in early March 2024, before the recent escalation of violence in Sudan.South Sudan may be the youngest country in the world, but it’s already undergone a huge amount of violence – and the ongoing civil war in Sudan looks set to bring further instability.In this episode, Dr Costanza Torre and Dr Fiona McEwen discuss XCEPT’…

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Building resilience to violent extremism 51:11

5M ago51:11

51:11

What makes a person or a community resilient to violent extremism? Are these inherent characteristics or are they something that can be taught? ‘Resilience’ has become a buzzword in the field of countering violent extremism (CVE), but how useful is it? In this episode, Federica Calissano interviews Dr Nafees Hamid about the benefits and drawbacks o…

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How greening initiatives can help promote peace 1:03:13

6M ago1:03:13

1:03:13

After two decades of violent conflict in the city of Mosul, Iraq, Dr Omar Mohammed, founder of the Mosul Eye organisation, started a tree-planting initiative to help bring communities together. In the United States, Dr Marc Zimmerman examined how greening and improvement initiatives reduced crime in cities that had suffered economic decline. In thi…

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Nuclear security and the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant with Dr Ross Peel 29:53

6M ago29:53

29:53

How has the Russian occupation of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant impacted nuclear security and safety?In this podcast episode we explore nuclear security and safety and the Russian occupation of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant with Dr Ross Peel, a Research Fellow in the Department of War Studies and the Centre for Science & Security Stud…

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Wargaming: Playing out uncertainty with Dr David Banks 46:18

7M ago46:18

46:18

Wargaming has surged in popularity in recent years, drawing substantial financial backing from militaries, governments and the private sector alike. But what are wargames and how are they being used within the defence industry to navigate present and future conflicts? In this episode, Dr David Banks, Lecturer in Wargaming and co-director of King's …

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The experiences of displaced Ukrainian women with Dr Daryna Dvornichenko 32:14

8M ago32:14

32:14

“So far, six million Ukrainians are estimated to have left the country to flee Russia's full-scale invasion. And because of military service requirements in Ukraine, most of these refugees are women. In some host countries, such as Italy, Poland and Estonia, the share of women among Ukrainian refugees exceeds 80%”, says Dr Daryna Dvornichenko a Vis…

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What do current conflicts tell us about the world today and our prospects for peace? 44:09

9M ago44:09

44:09

**We're bringing you a special episode of the World: we got this podcast**As the war in Ukraine enters its third year, there is also ongoing fighting in Gaza, attacks on cargo ships in the Red Sea and subsequent US and UK air strikes. This has prompted some to warn we are moving from a post-war to a pre-war world.In this latest episode, Dr Marina M…

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Israel and conflict memory in Lebanon 26:53

9M ago26:53

26:53

Series: Breaking Cycles of ConflictAs the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah continues to escalate, Dr Craig Larkin and Bronte Philips reflect on what this means for the people of Lebanon. They explore how the escalation of violence is reigniting traumatic memories of conflict with Israel, how past experiences are shaping attitudes in the presen…

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Violent extremism and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) 26:37

10M ago26:37

26:37

Tens of thousands of children currently live in dire conditions in Al Hol camp in Syria – and there are concerns this makes them vulnerable to radicalisation and recruitment. But what is the evidence behind this? Caterina Ceccarelli examines what we know about the link between adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and violent extremism, and explores…

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Translating the stories of conflict-affected populations 27:01

10M ago27:01

27:01

A translator’s job is to take something in one language and convert it to another – but when you’re translating the stories of people affected by conflict, how do you ensure your own feelings don’t get in the way? In this episode, Mohamad El Kari, translator on the XCEPT project, speaks about the personal and professional challenges he faces in the…

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Israel-Hamas war: The rules of armed conflict with Professor Emily Crawford 37:47

10M ago37:47

37:47

Israel’s military response to the 7 October 2023 attack by Hamas has been subject to much discussion. In a two-part series, we consider specific questions related to the use of force, jus ad bellum, and the laws governing the conduct of hostilities, means, and methods of warfare, referred to as jus in bello. In this episode, Dr Maria Varaki, Lectur…

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Addressing male conflict trauma 54:44

10M ago54:44

54:44

Content warning: This episode contains mentions of sexual violence, self-harm, and suicide. Series: Breaking Cycles of ConflictDr Heidi Riley and Beth Heron discuss their research into conflict trauma in men and boys, exploring how stigmas and societal expectations can affect the way trauma is experienced, and the dangers to individuals, communitie…

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Growing up in violent extremist families 36:52

10M ago36:52

36:52

Series: Breaking Cycles of Conflict"Imagine that dad is a neo-Nazi, mum has joined a jihadist group" As governments across Europe face the challenge of reintegrating returnees from Iraq and Syria, Dr Joana Cook examines institutional and societal responses to children growing up in violent extremist affiliated families. Dr Cook talks to Dr Fiona Mc…

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Reconciliation and reconstruction in post-conflict Iraq 56:08

11M ago56:08

56:08

Series: Breaking Cycles of Conflict "Let’s imagine tomorrow Mosul is brick by brick exactly what it was like before ISIS took over – the city has still fundamentally changed." In this episode, Dr Craig Larkin, Dr Inna Rudolf, and Dr Rajan Basra explore issues surrounding post-conflict reconstruction, reconciliation, and recovery in Iraq. Sharing in…

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Israel-Hamas war: International Law and the Use of Force with Professor Marko Milanovic 37:46

11M ago37:46

37:46

Israel’s military response to the 7 October 2023 attack by Hamas has been subject to much discussion. In a two-part series, we consider specific questions related to the use of force, jus ad bellum, and the laws governing the conduct of hostilities, means, and methods of warfare, referred to as jus in bello. In this episode, Dr Maria Varaki, Lectur…

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COP28 and Climate Security with Dr Pauline Heinrichs 36:43

12M ago36:43

36:43

Can countries work together at COP28 to agree on effective global actions for addressing climate change? In this episode we speak to Dr Pauline Heinrichs, Lecturer on climate and energy in the Department of War Studies, about the potential impact of COP28, the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference. We explore the complexities surrounding in…

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Estimative Intelligence in European Foreign Policymaking 45:45

1y ago45:45

45:45

What are the dynamics of intelligence and foreign policy in Europe?The editors of the book “Estimative Intelligence in European Foreign Policymaking”, Professor Michael Goodman, Professor Christoph Meyer, Dr Nikki Ikani, Dr Eva Michaels and Dr Aviva Guttmann, evaluate the performance of the UK, the EU, and Germany during times of surprise, from the…

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24 hours in Charlottesville with Nora Neus 38:10

1y ago38:10

38:10

“White supremacy, hate groups and the alt-right movement thrive in secrecy and in dark places. Being able to bring this topic out into the light and have deeper conversations about what these people really stand for, and what they're willing to do in terms of violence, is important to understand the full brunt of the threat”. In this podcast episod…

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Making the military moral with Professor David Whetham 46:37

1y ago46:37

46:37

How can we help the armed forces make the best decision when faced with impossible choices? What can we do to minimise the damage to soldiers’ mental health after conflict? And how can we save the highest number of lives?In this episode, we speak to Professor David Whetham of the Defence Studies Department about military ethics education. We explor…

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50 years after Chile's coup d'etat with Francisco Lobo 47:47

1y ago47:47

47:47

"Reconciliation happens when my enemy tells me my story and I am able to say: ‘That is my story" - Stanley Hauerwas. 11 September 1973. Military forces attack La Moneda Palace, the Hawker Hunter plane launches rockets that hit the main wings of the building, fire echoes through the streets of Santiago, the body of President Salvador Allende is foun…

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Afghanistan after the Fall of Kabul with Dr Christine Cheng 46:49

1y ago46:49

46:49

“They couldn’t scrape together enough food to feed a family… It was very, very, very desperate.”On August 15 2021, international troops withdrew from Afghanistan. Two years on, what has been the impact of the Taliban’s rule? How has the country experienced both conflict and peace? And with a significant humanitarian crisis affecting the country, wh…

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The power of open-source intelligence with Henrietta Wilson 39:06

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The Strugle for Taiwan with Professor Sulmaan Khan 1:01:27

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The Great Global Rebalancing with Dr Samir Puri 48:11

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What is the ‘logic’ of intergroup conflict? 1:02:09

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Understanding conflict trauma and mental health in South Sudan 32:33

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Building resilience to violent extremism 51:11

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How greening initiatives can help promote peace 1:03:13

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Nuclear security and the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant with Dr Ross Peel 29:53

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Wargaming: Playing out uncertainty with Dr David Banks 46:18

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The experiences of displaced Ukrainian women with Dr Daryna Dvornichenko 32:14

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What do current conflicts tell us about the world today and our prospects for peace? 44:09

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Israel and conflict memory in Lebanon 26:53

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Violent extremism and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) 26:37

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Translating the stories of conflict-affected populations 27:01

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Israel-Hamas war: The rules of armed conflict with Professor Emily Crawford 37:47

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Addressing male conflict trauma 54:44

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Growing up in violent extremist families 36:52

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Reconciliation and reconstruction in post-conflict Iraq 56:08

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Israel-Hamas war: International Law and the Use of Force with Professor Marko Milanovic 37:46

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COP28 and Climate Security with Dr Pauline Heinrichs 36:43

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Estimative Intelligence in European Foreign Policymaking 45:45

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24 hours in Charlottesville with Nora Neus 38:10

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Making the military moral with Professor David Whetham 46:37

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50 years after Chile's coup d'etat with Francisco Lobo 47:47

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Afghanistan after the Fall of Kabul with Dr Christine Cheng 46:49

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