CNAS Podcasts

Is Europe in Crisis or on Track? Nordic Pearls of Wisdom from Carl Bildt

Transatlantic Security experts Julie Smith and Jim Townsend sit down with Former PM of Sweden Carl Bildt to talk about the future of Europe and why every country in the transatlantic partnership, even the smallest like Malta, matters.

The U.S. Military Role in Libya: Where are we now?

Nicholas Heras, Bacevich Fellow at CNAS, discusses the U.S. military role in Libya and local partner forces in the fight against ISIS. Hosted by Neal Urwitz.

Phishing in Troubled Waters: Harry Krejsa and Hannah Suh on China’s Cyber Espionage

CNAS Asia experts Harry Krejsa and Hannah Suh discuss their new report, "Phishing in Troubled Waters: Confronting Cyber Espionage Across the Pacific and the Strait of Taiwan." Hosted by Neal Urwitz.

The Strategic Implications of the U.S. Strike on Syria

CNAS Middle East experts Ilan Goldenberg and Nicholas Heras discuss U.S. missiles strikes on Syria and its implications.

Katherine Kidder and Phillip Carter Discuss New Report on Women in National Security

The national security sector is increasingly looking at how it can retain the best talent and build more effective teams by examining parity in the sector. In this episode, Kate Kidder and Phil Carter explore challenges and opportunities with retention and discuss their latest report, "From College to Cabinet: Women in National Security." Hosted by Neal Urwitz.

CNAS Asia Experts Preview the U.S.-China Summit

Harry Krejsa and Hannah Suh, experts with our Asia-Pacific Security program, preview this week's meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping and President Donald Trump. Hosted by Neal Urwitz.

Lauren Fish on Exosuits and Gender Integration in the Military

Lauren Fish, research associate with the CNAS Defense Strategies and Assessments Program, discusses the use of exosuits in the U.S. military and their advantages and opportunities on the battlefield. Hosted by Neal Urwitz.

Why NATO is like a Potluck Dinner: Conversation with Jim Townsend and Julianne Smith

Transatlantic Security experts Jim Townsend and Julie Smith discuss this week's NATO Ministerial and why NATO is like a potluck dinner.

Dr. Jerry Hendrix on Trump’s 350-Ship Navy Plan

Dr. Jerry Hendrix, senior fellow and director of the Defense Strategies and Assessments Program, discusses President Donald Trump's plan for the U.S. Navy. Hosted by Neal Urwitz.

What Trump’s Budget Plan Means for the Pentagon

Defense Strategy and Assessments experts Lauren Fish and Adam Routh discuss Trump's $54 billion proposed budget for the Department of Defense and what it means for readiness and modernization. Hosted by Neal Urwitz.