Notre Dame International Security Center

Nov 03 2024 117 ep. 57 mins 155
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The Notre Dame International Security Center was established in 2008 to provide a forum where leading scholars in national security studies from Notre Dame and elsewhere could come together to explore some of the most pressing issues in national security policy.

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Critical Languages and the Nonprofit Defense Space with Eric Connelly | Students Talk Security

Nov 03 2024 42 mins  
In this episode of "Students Talk Security," NDISC Fellow Jack Lennon '25 welcomes Eric Connolly, a foreign language-enabled research analyst and project lead at Riverside Research, a notable nonprofit dedicated to advancing scientific research in areas including machine learning, biomedical engineering, and more, for the benefit of the US government and public interest. With a bac

Biden's Undefined Victory in Ukraine with Doug Bandow | Outside the Box Podcast

Aug 07 2024 51 mins  
In this episode of "Outside the Box, "hosts Michael Desch and Jim Webb are joined by guest Doug Bandow to discuss the parallels between today’s conflict in Ukraine and the tumultuous year of 1968. The discussion unpacks President Biden's strategies in Ukraine, highlighting a lack of clear victory definition and the echoes of past U.S. foreign policy dilemmas. The panel explores

STS: Navigating the Charade Economy with Rose Kelanic

Apr 15 2024 59 mins  
Join Anne Griffin '26 and Notre Dame political science professor Dr. Rose Kelanic as they explore the nuances of U.S. foreign policy decisions, from balancing power in Asia to the implications of green energy investments on national security. Gain perspective on the clash between academia and policy worlds, navigating incentives and challenges in shaping public discourse. From indu

Outside the Box | John Mearsheimer and Stephen Walt

Apr 10 2024 71 mins  
In this episode of the Outside the Box podcast, host Dr. Michael Desch is joined by guests Dr. John Mearsheimer and Dr. Stephen Walt to discuss the taboo surrounding the Israel lobby. They highlight the historical backdrop of anti-Semitism in the West, conspiracy theories, and the tragic events of the Holocaust that make it challenging to discuss the lobby without triggering accusa

STS: Cultural Legacy and Global Influence with Carmen Medina

Jan 04 2024 41 mins  
From the experiences and viewpoints of citizens growing up in the global South to the challenges faced by policymakers in understanding the complex dynamics of a globalized world, we explore the interplay between economics, the environment, and social dynamics. Join us as we navigate through the nuanced thinking styles and biases that influence decision-making, drawing on insights

Outside The Box | The Tragedy of Volodymyr Zelensky

Oct 10 2023 44 mins  
Since Russia launched its full-scale invasion against Ukraine in February 2022, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has been likened to British Prime Minister Winston Churchill. The comparison is apt, but NDISC Director Michael Desch asks us to truly reckon with it. He did so though his article in Harper's Magazine (https://harpers.org/archive/2023/10/the-tragedy-of-volodymyr-z

Outside The Box Podcast | LtGen Greg Newbold on Military Cultural History and Political Division

Aug 17 2023 62 mins  
Mike and Jim talk with former Lieutenant General Newbold about the recent actions of Senator Tuberville to block the president of the United States' selection of a new Commandant of the Marine Corps. In doing so, they compare the military's cultural history to today's political divide and attempt to uncover how and why they have changed.

Out The Box Podcast | "Why Are We in Ukraine?" with Christopher Layne

Jul 13 2023 55 mins  
In this episode of "Outside the Box," co-hosts Dr. Michael Desch and Sen. Jim Webb welcome Christopher Layne to discuss his recent co-authored article "Why Are We in Ukraine?" published in "Harper's Magazine" in June 2023. Christopher Layne is University Distinguished Professor of International Affairs and the Robert M. Gates Chair in National Security at the Bush School of Govern

Great Expectations: History of US-India Relations with Ambassador Nancy Jo Powell

Apr 24 2023 33 mins  
An Interview with Ambassador Nancy Jo Powell by Pranav Guntupalli Interview Summary : Ambassador Nancy Jo Powell speaks about the history of US relations with South Asia including the death of American ambassador Arnold Raphel in 1988, nuclear tension in the subcontinent, and re-emerging non-alignment in India’s foreign policy today. She also recounts her experience in the forei

STS: Exploring the uniqueness of the Army Chaplain Corp, with Col. Billy Graham

Mar 08 2023 40 mins  
An Interview with Chaplain Col. Billy Graham of the US Army by Pranav Guntupalli Interview Summary: In this episode of the Students Talk Security podcast, Chaplain Billy Graham speaks about his military experience and the uniqueness of chaplaincy corp. Billy explains the crucial role of a Chaplain when a soldier dies in active duty, and shares his advice for ROTC students on how t