Mar 05 2025 48 mins 7
This episode of Inside West Point: Ideas that Impact features Retired General Scott Miller, a West Point Class of 1983 graduate and West Point Combating Terrorism Center Class of 1987 Senior Fellow. General Miller discusses his nearly 40-year career, including key assignments and achievements. Topics covered include how sports prepared him for military success, the integration of technology and AI in modern warfare, the importance of continuous learning, and what makes great leaders. The conversation also touches on the future of warfare, the challenges of battlefield leadership, and advice for young officers.
00:00 Introduction to Miller
00:13 Miller's Military Journey
00:50 Honors and Accolades
01:01 Welcome Back to West Point
01:28 Athletics and Military Preparation
02:36 Leadership and Culture
03:39 Memorable Moments and Reflections
05:10 The Human and the Machine: Leadership on the Battlefield
05:43 The AI Revolution in Military Strategy
09:26 Data and Decision Making in Warfare
11:51 Technology and Ethical Considerations
14:52 Trust and Accountability in AI
22:07 Historical Innovations and Integration
24:30 Technological Innovations on the Battlefield
24:42 Historical Resistance to Change in the Military
25:29 Embracing New Warfare Technologies
27:16 Insights from Military Leaders and Experts
28:13 Future of Warfare: Predictions and Challenges
29:50 Drone Warfare and Its Implications
34:54 Leadership and Retention in the Military
38:06 Integrating Technology in Military Training
39:31 Continuous Learning and Personal Development
42:19 Rapid Fire Questions and Personal Insights
Resources Mentioned in the Episode
- The Coming Wave by Mustafa Suleyman with Michael Bhaskar
- The Centurions by Jean Lartéguy
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