Morgan Huston discusses China's strategic behavior in the Arctic, its different perspective on warfare, and the implications for US security. This episode explores China's claims, hybrid warfare tactics, and the future of Arctic geopolitics.This Week's Links:https://www.airforcetimes.com/news/your-air-force/2026/09/21/us-watching-chinese-marine-presence-off-alaska-arctic-coast-guard-chief-says/https://www.amazon.com/Dragons-Snakes-Rest-Learned-Fight-ebook/dp/B083WJ2WBXRead all about me and check out some of my projectsAbout Me: https://about.me/morganhustonMy Links: https://linktr.ee/morganhustonPatreon: https://patreon.com/whiskeymo#politics #warfare #irregularwarfare #nationalsecurity #securitystudies

In this episode, Morgan Huston discusses the US's recent confirmation of deploying weapons in space, the implications of space warfare, and lessons learned from 25 years of global war on terrorism. The conversation explores strategic, ethical, and technological aspects of modern military operations.Video/Audio on Space Weapons from DW News: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@dwnews⁩ This Week's Linksd:https://www.unoosa.org/oosa/en/ourwork/spacelaw/treaties/introouterspacetreaty.htmlhttps://youtu.be/1gZr7mGJAXI?si=y4ri8rzpsRRSGwY-https://www.defenseone.com/defense-systems/2026/09/us-military-has-orbit-space-weapons-air-force-secretary-reveals/415964/?oref=d1-skybox-hphttps://warontherocks.com/what-have-we-learned-from-the-9-11-wars-not-nearly-enough/https://open.spotify.com/episode/481qLpnKu6FeE0wYw5bAkr?si=6d21b8ca735a4813Read all about me and check out some of my projectsAbout Me: https://about.me/morganhustonMy Links: https://linktr.ee/morganhustonPatreon: https://patreon.com/whiskeymo

In this episode, Morgan Huston discusses recent developments in international security, US military procurement, and AI safety concerns, providing insights into geopolitical shifts, military modernization, and the ethical challenges of AI.This week's links:https://www.upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2026/09/08/North-Korea-Russia-new-bridge-Tumen-River/1691788852648/https://www.militarytimes.com/news/pentagon-congress/2026/09/08/congress-may-alter-air-force-fighter-structure-as-service-fails-to-reach-1145-aircraft-minimum/https://www.congress.gov/crs-product/R49338https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/8/hungary-expels-russian-diplomats-over-unacceptable-activitieshttps://thehill.com/policy/technology/6078907-anthropic-researchers-warn-ai-extinction/Read all about me and check out some of my projectsAbout Me: https://about.me/morganhustonMy Links: https://linktr.ee/morganhustonPatreon: https://patreon.com/whiskeymo#politics #warfare #irregularwarfare #nationalsecurity #securitystudies

In this episode, Morgan Huston explores the idea of a Space Force Academy, its necessity, and the broader implications for space and military strategy. He also discusses recent resignations in the Department of Defense and their impact on national security.Made a new "Title Card" for my channel. Let me know what you think in the comments!!!This week's links:https://www.cnn.com/2026/09/02/politics/hegseths-army-leadership-void-culture-warhttps://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/08/heres-what-trumps-new-space-academy-could-mean-us-military/415712/?oref=defenseone_today_nlRead all about me and check out some of my projectsAbout Me: https://about.me/morganhustonMy Links: https://linktr.ee/morganhustonPatreon: https://patreon.com/whiskeymo#politics #warfare #irregularwarfare #nationalsecurity #securitystudies

In this episode, Morgan Huston discusses recent attacks on American water infrastructure, the concept of asymmetric warfare, and strategies for enhancing water security to prevent future threats.Key takeaways-Water systems are vulnerable to cyber and physical attacks, which can cause widespread panic and unrest.-Asymmetric warfare allows weaker actors to inflict outsized damage on stronger states, often through cyber means.-Protecting water infrastructure requires coordinated efforts between federal, state, and local agencies.-Enhancing cybersecurity standards and regular audits are crucial for safeguarding water systems.-Public trust in water safety is vital to prevent panic and maintain social stability.This Weeks Links:https://www.csis.org/analysis/mapping-iranian-cyberattacks-us-water-systemshttps://www.fbi.gov/investigate/cyber/alerts/2026/malicious-cyber-actors-targeting-water-and-wastewater-sector-internet--facing-programmable-logic-controllers-causing-operational-disruptionshttps://thehill.com/opinion/cybersecurity/6047624-iranian-hackers-water-infrastructure/https://www.economist.com/united-states/2026/08/19/why-the-worlds-richest-country-cant-defend-vital-infrastructureRead all about me and check out some of my projectsAbout Me: https://about.me/morganhustonMy Links: https://linktr.ee/morganhustonPatreon: https://patreon.com/whiskeymo#politics #warfare #irregularwarfare #nationalsecurity #securitystudies

Morgan Huston looks at the history of U.S.-Korea relations and breaks down why recent moves around military exercises and alliance commitments matter far beyond the Korean Peninsula. The episode connects the Korean War, U.S. force posture in South Korea, and the risk of weakening treaty credibility if allies think American promises are negotiable.This episode focused on national security, alliance strategy, and the long-term consequences of unreliable foreign policy. Morgan also argues that decisions about Korea, NATO, and broader defense commitments are tightly linked, not isolated one-off choices.This week's links:https://youtu.be/y-C6HemODXU?si=_4ERVVRki0r5LlXMhttps://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/aug/18/south-korea-president-trump-military-drills-control-opcon-kim-jong-unhttps://thehill.com/homenews/senate/6034720-kelly-criticizes-trump-south-korea-drills/https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/6034269-us-south-korea-military-exercises-cut/https://www.twz.com/sea/where-are-the-aircraft-carriers-august-17-2026?utm_source=firefox-newtab-en-us https://www.upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2026/08/20/Kim-Yo-Jong-no-interest-Trump-reduced-joint-military-drills/3921787201593/Read all about me and check out some of my projectsAbout Me: https://about.me/morganhustonMy Links: https://linktr.ee/morganhustonPatreon: https://patreon.com/whiskeymo#politics #warfare #irregularwarfare #nationalsecurity #securitystudies

In this episode, Morgan Huston discusses recent cyber attacks on US water infrastructure, the importance of digital warfare, and the evolving role of professional military education in strategic leadership.This weeks links:https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/01/us/politics/iran-cyberattack-water-systems.htmlhttps://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/05/us/politics/water-supply-warnings.htmlhttps://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/what-are-chinas-alleged-secret-overseas-police-stationsRead all about me and check out some of my projectsAbout Me: https://about.me/morganhustonMy Links: https://linktr.ee/morganhustonPatreon: https://patreon.com/whiskeymo#politics #warfare #irregularwarfare #nationalsecurity #securitystudies

In a New York Times article, I read that Texas and Florida are now trying to designate an US based organization as a Foreign Terrorist Organization. This week, we talk about what that means at a federal level, who this organization is, and what it all means.This weeks links:https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/31/us/texas-florida-terrorism-lists-cair-muslim.htmlhttps://knightcolumbia.org/blog/red-state-governors-are-designating-civil-rights-groups-as-terroristshttps://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?edition=prelim&req=granuleid%3AUSC-prelim-title8-section1189&num=0&hl=falsehttps://www.state.gov/foreign-terrorist-organizationsRead all about me and check out some of my projectsAbout Me: https://about.me/morganhustonMy Links: https://linktr.ee/morganhustonPatreon: https://patreon.com/whiskeymo#politics #warfare #irregularwarfare #nationalsecurity #securitystudies