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An edgy and informative look at the biggest U.S. national security and geopolitical issues making headlines right now. Less about hot takes and more about depth, the Threat Status podcast is helmed by veteran Washington Times journalists Ben Wolfgang and Guy Taylor and features regular appearances by insiders with expertise on war, politics and global affairs.
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Ben breaks down the latest on the Pentagon-Anthropic feud and the fast-moving developments across the Mideast, including America's use of small combat drones for the first time. Then, Teresa Carlson, founding president of the General Catalyst Institute, joins the show to talk about whether the tech industry can bridge its differences with the Pentagon on AI, if a drone "bubble" is forming in the economy, and how the military can drive innovation. Plus, the "Threat of the Week."
Ben is joined by Washington Times Foreign Affairs Correspondent Vaughn Cockayne to break down the U.S.-Iran war, the struggle to evacuate Americans from the Mideast, and the growing pressure on defense companies to produce more munitions for the conflict. Then, Dr. Amos Fox, managing editor of Small Wars Journal, joins the show to talk about the true value of technology on the battlefield and whether the U.S. has become too enamored with drones. Plus, the "Threat of the Week."
Ben and Guy discuss the fourth anniversary of the Russia-Ukraine war, the daring Mexican military operation that killed a key drug cartel leader, and Iran's attempts to fortify key nuclear sites ahead of possible U.S. airstrikes. Then, Malik Musawwir, vice president of navigation systems at Lockheed Martin, joins the show to talk about GPS satellites, their importance to national security, and what the future of GPS-powered navigation looks like. Plus, the "Threat of the Week."
Ben and Guy break down the possibility of major U.S. strikes on Iran, the Pentagon's escalating feud with Anthropic, and the ramifications of a secret Chinese underground nuclear test. Then, Liz Martin, the managing director and general manager for global defense at Amazon Web Services, joins the show to talk about the company's work with the U.S. military, competition versus cooperation among defense companies, and much more. Plus, the "Threat of the Week."
Ben Wolfgang and John Seward break down the confusion around an apparent anti-drone laser weapon test that nearly shut down the El Paso airport, U.S.-Iran talks, and Russia's strategy of trading men for ground in eastern Ukraine. Then, Dr. Alex Miller, chief technology officer for the U.S. Army, joins the show to talk about soldiers training alongside autonomous systems, how much new technology to put on a soldier's plate, and how the Army is building capabilities that can withstand even the most extreme conditions. Plus, the "Threat of the Week."
Ben and Guy discuss U.S.-Iran tensions, the death of the New START treaty, and a behind-the-scenes turf war over Space Force advocacy. Then, Brad Bowman, senior director of the Center on Military and Political Power at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, joins the show to talk about the Trump administration's National Defense Strategy, the future of the international rules-based order, and why the Axis of Authoritarians is growing more dangerous. Plus, the "Threat of the Week."
Guy hosts while Ben is away and is joined by National Security and Defense Correspondent John T. Seward to discuss President Trump's latest threats toward Iran, military tech challenges in Greenland, and new developments in Quantum computing. Then, House Homeland Security Committee Chairman Rep. Andrew Garbarino, New York Republican, joins the show for an interview on tactics ICE agents are using in their immigration crackdown, threats to U.S. critical infrastructure, Havana Syndrome and much more. Plus, the "Threat of the Week."
Ben and Guy discuss the latest on President Trump's push to control Greenland, the decision not to strike Iran, and the Navy's gathering of data for future underwater drone operations. Then, correspondent John Seward speaks with Army Col. Ryan Howell at the Detroit Auto Show, where the Army unveiled the prototype of its new main battle tank. Plus, the "Threat of the Week."
Ben is joined by Washington Times Correspondent John Seward to discuss the proposed "Golden Fleet" of battleships, the Pentagon's $1 billion stake in a solid rocket motor manufacturer, and whether the U.S. will launch new military strikes on Iran. Then, Steve Pykett, the CEO of Fairbanks Morse, joins the show from the floor of the Surface Navy Association's annual symposium to talk about America's naval edge and the importance of breaking supply chain reliance on China. Plus, the "Threat of the Week."
Ben and Guy break down the fallout from the U.S. military raid that captured former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and they discuss President Trump's attempt to rein in defense company CEO pay and stock buybacks. Then, Peter Newell, former director of the Army's Rapid Equipping Force and co-founder of BMNT, joins the show to talk about Pentagon acquisition and procurement reform, the future of the defense industry primes, and much more. Plus, the "Threat of the Week."
Ben and Guy discuss the latest on Ukraine-Russia peace talks, China's major military drills around Taiwan, the beginnings of a new GOP foreign policy philosophy, and the possibility of a major backlash against AI. Then, Bill Woolf, the president and founder of the Space Force Association, joins the show to talk about the future of the U.S. Space Force, the Pentagon's relationship with commercial satellites, and how soon the Space Force will station humans in orbit. Plus, the "Threat of the Week."
Ben and Guy break down President Trump's foreign policy doctrine, the Pentagon's recruiting surge, and the major questions around the protection of key commercial satellites in space. Then, Elad Schulman, CEO and co-founder of the company Lasso Security, joins the show to talk about how AI is supercharging cyber threats and how companies and individuals can protect themselves in the age of artificial intelligence. Plus, the "Threat of the Week."
Ben is joined by National Security Correspondent John Seward to break down the latest on U.S.-Venezuela tensions, the passage of the NDAA, and to take listeners inside the development of a new system that could revolutionize military communications. Then, John Bentivegna, the chief master sergeant of the U.S. Space Force, joins the show to talk about the future of the Space Force, the weaponization of space, and how America and its allies can work together in space. Plus, the "Threat of the Week."
Booz Allen Hamilton President and CEO Horacio Rozanski joins the show from the 2025 Reagan National Defense Forum for an exclusive interview on U.S.-China competition for AI dominance and a range of other advanced-tech issues intersecting with national security. Ben and Guy examine President Trump's new policy on Nvidia microchips and break down the latest U.S. military moves around Venezuela. Plus, the "Threat of the Week."
Ben breaks down new poll results from the Reagan National Defense Survey and discusses the fallout from the "second strike" by U.S. forces on an alleged drug boat in September. Then, correspondent Guillaume Ptak joins the show from Ukraine to discuss the country's ongoing negotiations with the U.S. and the major corruption scandal gripping President Zelenskyy's government. Plus, the "Threat of the Week."
Guy hosts the show while Ben is on leave, with national security reporter Vaughn Cockayne joining to discuss new developments in the push for a deal to end the Ukraine war. Then, award-winning journalist Jonathan Broder joins the show to break down President Trump's high-stakes White House summit with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, what comes next in Syria and whether a U.S.-backed coup would backfire in Venezuela.
Ben and Guy break down the arrival of the USS Gerald Ford carrier strike group to Latin America and gains by the Russian military in Ukraine, and they discuss the Pentagon's secretive Replicator program. Then, Thomas Akers, founder and CEO of the company Zone 5, joins the show to break down Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's major acquisition reform speech and how it's playing inside the defense industry. Plus, the "Threat of the Week."
Ben and Guy discuss the possibility that the world is entering a new era of great power nuclear weapons tests and examine the likelihood that the U.S. could soon launch military strikes against Venezuela. Then, Bill Wright, the head of global government affairs at the company Elastic, joins the show to talk about cyber threats facing America and how vital it is for private companies to share threat information with the federal government. Plus, the "Threat of the Week."
Ben breaks down the high-stakes meeting between President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, the Pentagon memo restricting communication with Congress, and how a Netflix film has jumpstarted the debate about U.S. missile defense. Then, retired Air Force Maj. Gen. Charlie Dunlap, executive director of the Center on Law, Ethics and National Security at Duke University Law School, joins the show to talk about the legal questions swirling around the Trump administration's targeting of alleged drug boats. Plus, the "Threat of the Week."
Ben and Guy break down the cancellation of the planned Trump-Putin meeting, the groundbreaking new X-Bat drone, and the loss of faith in Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth among some military generals and senior officers. Then, Robert Lightfoot, president of Lockheed Martin Space, joins the show to talk about the weaponization of space, the future of space exploration, and the Golden Dome missile shield. Plus, the "Threat of the Week."
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