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A weekly discussion of the geopolitical implications of current events in the Asia-Pacific, hosted by Ankit Panda from The Diplomat, with regular guests.
A historically-informed maritime current events series – or possibly the Old Top Gear/The Grand Tour team if they were interested in navies. Stars Alex (@AC_NavalHistory), Drach (@Drachinifel), and Jamie (@Armouredcarrier)!
Host Jon Olson, US Navy (Ret.) Interviews different experts to learn about current and historical events with a focus on national security. Topic's include: the economy, climate change, cyber security, nuclear weapons, intelligence operations, and more. New episodes released Wednesdays.
Welcome to The LogBook! Here you will see discussions about current ship news and events in Maritime media! Your Hosts: - Chris R. - Clay B. - Jay D. - Noah B.
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Bilgepumps 89: So What is Going On & What Comes Now?
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This week Jon has two guests, Dr. Namrata Goswami an expert on space policy and Air Force Lt. Col Peter Garretson, who has worked with several research groups on space issues.
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The Geopolitical Consequences of China’s Solomon Islands Pact
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What is Beijing up to in the Southern Pacific?By The Diplomat
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Air Force Brigadier General E. John Teichert, 5-11-22
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Jon Olson’s guest this week is Air Force Brigadier General E. John Teichert, Assistant Deputy Under Secretary of the Air Force for International Affairs.
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This week, host Jon Olson talks with Dr. Mark Deets from The American University in Cairo about the many recent coup d’etats in Africa.
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Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine: Lessons for Taiwan
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Russia's invasion of Ukraine has limited relevance for understanding the risks of a Chinese invasion of Taiwan.By The Diplomat
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The Geostrategic Importance of Turkey with Ambassador Ross Wilson
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Host Jon Olson talks with guest Ross Wilson who has previously served as the Chargé d'Affaires of the United States to Afghanistan (2020-21) and as the Ambassador to Turkey (2005-08). Together they discuses the important of Turkey in global affairs.
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The strategic importance of the Mekong River with Brian Eyler and Alan Basist (April 20, 2022)
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This week, Jon Olson's guests are Brian Eyler and Alan Basist from the Stimson Center. They discuss the strategic importance of the Mekong River in southeast Asia.
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Continuity and Change in Pakistani Politics: The End of Imran Khan and What’s Next
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What does the future hold for Pakistan?By The Diplomat
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Nuclear Treaties & Arms Negotiations (4/13/2022)
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Host Jon Olson talks with retired State Department Foreign Service Officer Alan Carlson about nuclear treaties, arms negotiations, and related topics.
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A Maritime Strategy to Deter China (4/6/2022)
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This week Jon's guest is Dr. Thomasm Mahnken who is thepresi dent and chief executive officer of the Center for Strategic and Budgetary Assessments and a senior research professor The Johns Hopkins University’s, Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS). Together the two discuses Dr. Mahnken's plan for deterring China.…
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Bilgepumps 87: Geeks Unleashed on Ships & Canada
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The Russian invasion of Ukraine with with Lt General Ben Hodges (Ret.) (March 30, 2022)
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Host Jon Olson discusses the Russian invasion of Ukraine with former commander of US Army European forces with guest Lt General Ben Hodges (Ret.)
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Bilgepumps 86: What happened to Engineering?
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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw his first full-scale ICBM test since November 2017.By The Diplomat
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Gangs & Organized Crime (3/23/2022)
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Dr. James Densley from Metropolitan State University and host Jon Olson discuss the role gangs play in transnational organized crime.
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Bilgepumps 85: The Precedents We Set Will Forge The Future We Live
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Bilgepumps 84: Light Destroyers & Non Ukraine News...
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Hybrid Warfare with Professors Sean Costigan and Michael Hennessy
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Host Jon Olson discuses hybrid warfare and its role in the current war in Ukraine and other conflicts with Professors Sean Costigan and Michael Hennessy
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Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine: Geopolitical Ripples in Asia
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Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has had wide-ranging effects across the Indo-Pacific. The hosts discuss the consequences.By The Diplomat
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Bilgepumps 83: Lessons from Ukraine for China?
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Public Diplomacy with Margo Squire (March 3, 2022)
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Host Jon Olson talks with retired Foreign Service Officer Margo Squire about Public Diplomacy and its role in foreign affairs.
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Bilgepumps 82: Some Initial Thoughts upon Ukraine
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The Drug Trade and National Security with Assistant Special Agent-in-Charge Angela von Trytek of the US Drug Enforcement Administration (Feb. 23, 2022)
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Host Jon Olson discusses the impact of illicit drugs, international drug cartels, and career opportunities in the Drug Enforcement Administration with Assistant Special Agent-in-Charge Angela von Trytek from the Minneapolis Office of the DEA.
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Bilgepumps 81: Four Musketeers of Naval Future Past
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The Biden Administration Releases an Indo-Pacific Strategy: Reading Between the Lines
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What does the Biden administration seek in the Indo-Pacific?By The Diplomat
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The Situation in Belarus with Mark Jorgensen
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Host Jon Olson talks with Mark Jorgensen who worked previously with the CIA and State Department. Jorgensen's most recent assignment was to the U.S. Embassy in Minsk, Belarus. Together the two discuss about the economic and security situation in Belarus and its role in Eastern Europe.
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Bilgepumps 80: It's Infrastructure...
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Elusive Balances: Shaping US Southeast Asia Strategy
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How has U.S. commitment to Southeast Asia changed over time? What do Southeast Asian states want from the United States?By The Diplomat
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The intersection of economics and national security with Rana Foroohar (Feb. 2, 2022)
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Host jon Olson talks about the intersection of economics and national security with author, columnist with the Financial Times, Rana Foroohar.
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Bilgepumps 78: Inspired by the German Cylon Frigate
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North Korea Picks Up the Pace on Missile Tests
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Why is North Korea testing so many missiles in January 2022?By The Diplomat
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Space Policy and the United States Space Force with Dr. David Burbach (Jan. 26th, 2022)
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Host Jon Olson talks with Dr. David Burbach from the US Naval War College about space policy, the US Space Force, and related topics.
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Bilgepumps Episode 77: Naval Diplomacy Renaissance or Revenge?
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We’re making a coming and this time we’re branching out to include more things, like my journey to becoming a captain and business owner as well as things that are happening in the cruising industry and finally my personal travel experience and adventures. Please stay tuned and keep an eye out for when I start posting dates. Follow me on IG @CaptJa…
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The last year of America's involvement in Afghanistan with Ambassador Ross Wilson (Jan. 19th, 2022)
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Host Jon Olson's guest is Ambassador Ross Wilson, who served as Charge d’Affaires at the US Embassy in Kabul, Afghanistan during the final year of America’s involvement in that nation.
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China and The South China Sea with Dr. Raymond Kuo (Jan. 12th, 2022)
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Jon discusses the Chinese interests in the South China Sea with Dr. Raymond Kuo of the RAND Corporation.
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Causes and Consequences of Kazakhstan’s January 2022 Unrest
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Protests over gas prices have quickly spiraled into nationwide unrest, resulting in the first-ever intervention by the CSTO in one of its member states.By The Diplomat
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The Balkans with retired Foreign Service Officer Alan Carlson (Jan. 5th, 2022)
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Jon discusses the tumultuous political past and present of the Balkans region with retired Foreign Service Officer Alan Carlson.
Host Jon Olson talks with retired Foreign Service Officer Mark Canning, and retired CIA officer David Sauer about the increasing tensions over Taiwan.
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Dr. Stephen Walt & Dr. Ron Krebs (Dec. 29th 2021)
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Host Jon Olson talks with Dr. Stephen Walt from Harvard’s Kennedy School and Dr. Ron Krebs from the University of Minnesota. They discuss whether or not America should have a grand strategy.
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2021 in Asian Geopolitics: A Retrospective
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What were the major developments and events that drove geopolitical trends in Asia in 2021?By The Diplomat
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Nuclear deterrence and nuclear treaties with Dr. David Cooper 12/15/21
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Host Jon Olson and Dr. David Cooper from the US Naval War College discuss nuclear deterrence and nuclear treaties for a modern era.
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Taiwan Strait Geopolitics and Violence in the Solomon Islands
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The hosts discuss the late-2021 violence in the Solomon Islands and the U.S.-hosted Summit for Democracy.By Ankit Panda, The Diplomat
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Combating terrorism with economic means with former Deputy national Security Advisor Juan Zarate (Dec 8, 2021)
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Host Jon Olson talks with Juan Zarate who is the former deputy national security advisor for combating terrorism during the George W. Bush administration.
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Bilgepumps 75: Lessons fo the South China Sea 1941 with Special Guest Andy Boyd
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Bringing Interpreters to Safety with US Army Colonel Steve Miska (retired) (Dec 1, 2021)
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Host Jon Olson talks with retired US Army Colonel Steve Miska about bringing interpreters who have served American forces in combat zones to safety.
