The Dead Prussian Podcast

Sep 15 2024 41 ep. 37 mins 2.3k
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The Dead Prussian Podcast aims to explore War and Warfare through discussion and analysis of military theory, historical events, contemporary conflicts, and expert interviews.

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Episode 118 - On Beyond Storytelling in Military Strategy | The Dead Prussian

Sep 15 2024 34 mins  
Mick chats with scholar, military officer, and writer Lieutenant Colonel Sean 'Nick' Blas, PhD, about strategic narratives. They discuss Jonathan's article on Beyond Storytelling: Strategic Narratives in Military Strategy. Mick and Nick also discuss how modern militaries can ensure integration between military actions and strategic narratives. Nick provides an answer to the final

Episode 117 - On the Theory of Irregular War | The Dead Prussian

Sep 10 2024 27 mins  
Mick chats with military theorist, USMC veteran, and author Jonathan Hackett about irregular war. They discuss Jonathan's book on this concept, The Theory of Irregular War. Mick and Jonathan also discuss how modern militaries can address the challenges of preparing for irregular war. Jonathan provides an answer to the final question. You can also grab a book & crack on here.

Episode 116 - On Mission Injury | The Dead Prussian

Sep 07 2024 44 mins  
Mick chats with political scientist, veteran, and Air Force officer Dr Kelly Atkinson about Mission Injury. They discuss Kelly's article on this concept, Mission Injury: The Force After Afghanistan. Mick and Kelly also discuss the impact of the outcomes of the wars on terror on the veterans and institutions who served in them. Kelly provides an answer to the final question. You ca

Episode 115 - On Something Rotten | The Dead Prussian

May 22 2024 27 mins  
Mick chats with the defence analyst, author, and soldier-scholar Dr Jim Storr about command structures and operational planning. They discuss Jim's book, Something Rotten: Land Command in the 21st Century. Mick and Jim also discuss the history of the growth of land command headquarters and the prevalence of process in current military operations. Jim provides a considered answer t

Preview of our 2024 Season!

Dec 19 2023 6 mins  
Over the past few weeks, we have recorded interviews with guests for the 2024 seasons The Dead Prussian and On Rome podcasts. We have also been recording episodes for our host-read narrative shows Battles and Enemies of Rome, which are currently premium-only shows that will be open-access in 2024. Below are some of the initial topics for you on our 2024 seasons. Coming to The Dea

Announcing On Rome Season 1

Aug 15 2023 12 mins  
Announcing On Rome Season 1 Kickstarter Campaign! Step into the captivating world of ancient Rome with the On Rome podcast. Over 12 episodes, we will delve into the hidden stories of renowned Roman personalities, battles, literature and landmarks across the empire, unveiling histories often concealed from view. It's more than a travel guide; it's a journey into the heart of Rome

Episode 113 - On Autonomous Command | The Dead Prussian

Jun 28 2023 36 mins  
In this episode, Mick chats with scholar and business leader Dr Kate Devitt from Better Beliefs. They discuss her upcoming chapter on Meaningful Command in a future where autonomous systems are ubiquitous in military forces. Mick and Kate also discuss the ethical underpinnings of human interaction with emerging technology in the context of armed conflict. Kate provides a pragmatic

Episode 111 - On Wargames | The Dead Prussian

May 13 2023 44 mins  
In this episode, Mick chats with scholar and author Natalia Wojtowicz about her book, Wargaming Experiences: Notes from a Wargaming Lecturer. Mick and Natalie discuss the intricacies of wargaming and the differences between civilian and military approaches. Natalia provides an insightful answer to the final question. You can also grab a book & crack on here.

Episode 110 - On Saving the Last Bullet | The Dead Prussian

Apr 24 2023 45 mins  
In this episode, Mick chats with former author Heidi Langbein-Allan about her debut book, Save the Last Bullet, a historical memoir co-authored with her father about his experiences as a boy soldier in Nazi Germany. Mick and Heidi discuss the indoctrination and use, and abuse, of children in Hitler's regime and the profound effect it had on her father as he dedicated his life to fi

Episode 109 - On Radical War | The Dead Prussian

Dec 10 2022 69 mins  
In this episode, Mick chats with Associate Professor Matthew Ford about his new, co-authored book, Radical War. They discuss the influences of modern technology and the perception of modern conflict. Matthew provides a third answer to the final question. You can also grab a book & crack on here.