This week on Weapons & Warfare we take a look at Ukraine’s switch from defense to offense with their incursion into the Kursk region of Russia. Host Ryan Robertson visits with some senior fellows from the Center for European Policy Analysis to get their assessment of what Ukraine’s offensive means for the next phase of Russia’s illegal war. And defense contractor Anduril makes a return to our Weapon of the Week segment with the Ghost Shark.
This week on Weapons & Warfare we’re headed out on the Potomac River as Host Ryan Robertson visits with a longtime boatmaker that’s hoping to turn their racing background into a winning formula for Special Operations forces. Plus a new concept from Bell could be a big player in the future of America’s national defense.
This week on Weapons & Warfare Host Ryan Robertson and the team take a look back at some of their favorite stories from the past year. Join them as they talk about groundbreaking innovations in military technology, and the people shaping the course of today’s military, with some insights and behind-the-scenes anecdotes as they celebrate the stories that resonated most.
This week on Weapons & Warfare, host Ryan Robertson explores the U.S. Navy's use of Boeing's Extra Large Unmanned Underwater Vehicle (XLUUV), the Orca. See how this autonomous submersible enhances naval strategies with reconnaissance, surveillance, and strike capabilities. As global tensions rise, learn how the Orca could redefine naval engagements. Tune in for an insightful look at maritime operations’ future and the Orca XLUUV’s role. In our Weapon of the Week learn how the Smart Shooter SMASH 2000L and SMASH HOPPER boost accuracy and effectiveness in target engagement.
This week on Weapons & Warfare host Ryan Robertson delves into an innovative aspect of military evolution: the Army's efforts to modernize office spaces for today's soldiers. Gone are the days of monotonous, sterile environments; Ryan explores how the Army is reimagining workspaces to boost productivity, morale, and troop collaboration. And in our "Weapon of the Week," we feature AeroVironment's P-550 drone. With advanced reconnaissance capabilities and high-tech sensors for real-time intelligence, the P-550 is set to transform aerial surveillance on the battlefield!
This week on Weapons & Warfare host Ryan Robertson sits down for a conversation with the commander of the European NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training program (aka ENJJPT). Colonel Jeffrey Shulman, commander of the 80th Flight Training Wing, based at Sheppard Air Force Base in Texas, talks about how the program aims to provide advanced pilot training to NATO allies and partner nations. ENJJPT involves rigorous instruction on T-6 Texan II and T-38 Talon aircraft. Focusing on academics and flight training, students benefit from a diverse training environment, fostering international cooperation and developing highly skilled pilots ready to operate in various combat scenarios. You can subscribe to the Weapons & Warfare podcast on the platform of your choosing here.
This week on Weapons & Warfare taking the A.I. pilot out of the cockpit and putting it into the captain’s chair. Host Ryan Robertson takes a look at EpiSci’s most recent effort to plug and play their A.I. into multiple platforms. And our Weapon of the Week: Army tests out Multi-Functional Reconnaissance Company
This week on Weapons & Warfare, Ryan Robertson examines the revolutionary Honeywell 360° Display, a game-changer in military visualization technology. See how this innovative display system enhances situational awareness for troops in the field, allowing for real-time data integration and improved decision-making. In our Weapon Of The Week, we take a look at Elbit Systems’ Sigma howitzer. It is a modern, self-propelled artillery system designed for precision and efficiency on the battlefield.
This week on Weapons & Warfare we explore the innovative strategies the Army is implementing to transform recruitment in an ever-evolving military landscape. Host Ryan Robertson checks in with Army leadership to see how they are reshaping the way they attract new talent. And our 'Weapon of the Week' spotlight shines on the D-Fend Solutions AirEnforce 2, a cutting-edge counter-drone technology designed to protect airspace from unauthorized UAVs. Join us as we examine the capabilities and implications of this advanced system in modern warfare, featuring expert interviews and on-the-ground demonstrations. Don't miss this insightful episode that bridges the gap between recruitment and revolutionary defense technologies!
This week, on Weapons & Warfare, we visit Persistent Systems, a leader in advanced communication technologies. Host Ryan Robertson explores their innovative ad hoc network of radios, which enables seamless and secure communication in challenging environments. See how these cutting-edge devices facilitate real-time data sharing among military units, enhancing operational efficiency and situational awareness on the battlefield. Plus, an up-close look at the RAZR is in our Weapon of the Week. See how it’s keeping America’s stealth aircraft invisible to would-be adversaries.
In this special edition of Weapons And Warfare, the show goes on the road to the Lockheed Martin F-35 production facility in Fort Worth, Texas. Host Ryan Robertson gets an inside look at how the world's premiere fighter jet is built, and talks to some of the people responsible for keeping one of the the largest production lines in North America churning.
This week on Weapons & Warfare, we’re in Washington, D.C., for the Association of the U.S. Army’s annual conference and exhibition. Host Ryan Robertson catches up with the Army’s senior leadership and civilian counterparts to get a feel for where the nation’s largest and oldest fighting force is headed in the face of ever-changing threats worldwide. Plus, Northrup Grumman introduces a new duel-feed Bushmaster chain gun.
This week on Weapons & Warfare, making Mission Command mobile. Host Ryan Robertson visits General Dynamics Land Systems to see their vision for the future of ground combat with their suite of purpose-built vehicles. Plus, we get an up-close look at GENTEX’s next generation of helicopter helmets.
This week, Weapons & Warfare has an update on one of the DOD’s most controversial aircraft: the V-22 Osprey. Host Ryan Robertson connects with the new boss of Air Force Special Operations Command, Lieutenant General Michael Conley, for a progress report on how soon the tiltrotor transport might return to full operational status. Plus, in our Weapon of the Week, Marines take autonomous “narco sub” to the South China Sea.
This week on Weapons & Warfare we’re taking a look at the China problem. Host Ryan Robertson breaks down some key thoughts by three of America’s most informed voices discussing the challenges China poses to the U.S. military. Addressing strategic, technological, and operational issues, highlighting the implications for national security and defense policy. And in our Weapon of the Week, step inside the VigilantHalo. A next level command and control platform built by BlueHalo.
This week on Weapons & Warfare, we’re reviewing a controversial new paper that makes some extraordinary claims about the U.S. and its ability to deal with its near-peer adversaries. Host Ryan Robertson visits with one of the paper’s authors, as well as a former U.S. military intelligence officer, for his take on the paper’s claims. And in our Weapon of the Week, Andruil uses anime to introduce their new missile.
This week on Weapons & Warfare, we’re on location at the AFA’s Air, Space, and Cyber 2024 Conference. Hear from the Secretary of the Air Force, Frank Kendall, and Chief of Staff, Gen. David Allvin, as they provide a progress report on the USAF’s effort to restructure in the face of the Great Power Competition. And host Ryan Robertson reports that the battle for the Collaborative Combat Aircraft, commonly known as the CCA, is heating up. It’s a first look at General Atomics and Anduril’s efforts to put their machines in the air.
This week on Weapons & Warfare, we’re going hypersonic. Host Ryan Robertson talks with one of the decision makers behind Lockheed Martin’s entry into the race: the Mako Multi-Mission Hypersonic Missile, a stand-off hypersonic weapon designed to fit the F-35A/C and F-22A. Plus, our Weapon of the Week is heading to the range for Operation Hard Kill and the focus on anti-drone defensive systems.
This week on Weapons & Warfare, seeking a solution to the military’s billion-dollar parts problem. Host Ryan Robertson looks at additive manufacturing and how military leadership sees it as a solution to boats that need repairing and planes that need maintenance by shortening the supply chain. And we turn to an Army legend for our Weapon of the Week. The M1A2 Abrams, four decades strong and still rolling forward.
This week, on Weapons & Warfare, some information on the battle against misinformation. Host Ryan Robertson visits with intelligence analyst and content creator Ryan McBeth to talk about his battle against misinformation and how he thinks the U.S. and its allies need to deal with bad actors. And our Weapon of the Week recognizes American service members that competed in the Paris games.