Episodios

  • Investing in military innovation: On the ground in Ukraine:

    Investing in military innovation: On the ground in Ukraine:
    Oct 1 2025
    This week on Weapons and Warfare, host Ryan Robertson takes us to Lviv, Ukraine, for the second annual 'Defense Valley Tech 2025' event, the world's largest investment summit for defense technologies. Organized by Brave1 in collaboration with Ukraine's Ministry of Digital Transformation, this groundbreaking summit highlights cutting-edge innovations in AI, drones, and electronic warfare, while uniting global investors, military leaders, startups, and established industry players. With over $100 million in new defense tech investments secured, the event underscores Ukraine's emerging role as a global hub for military innovation and its potential to reshape the future of defense worldwide. And in our Weapon of the Week, meet VATAG, designed as a multipurpose heavy robotic platform capable of carrying more than two tons of payload.
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    18 m
  • Broken promises: The Budapest Memorandum and Ukraine's future:

    Broken promises: The Budapest Memorandum and Ukraine's future:
    Sep 24 2025
    This week on Weapons and Warfare, host Ryan Robertson visits Lviv, Ukraine, to discuss the Budapest Memorandum and its failure to protect Ukraine amid Russian aggression. Ryan highlights the implications of this diplomatic shortfall and explores potential security guarantees in ensuring sovereignty for Ukraine post-conflict. Plus, we see how NATO Allies and partners are enhancing Ukrainian military leadership through UK-led Operation Interflex. Launched in response to Russia’s illegal invasion, the course involves trainers from several NATO countries and partners.
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    11 m
  • Postwar Ukraine: Crafting Security in the Face of Aggression

    Postwar Ukraine: Crafting Security in the Face of Aggression
    Sep 17 2025
    This week on Weapons & Warfare, host Ryan Robertson digs into the crucial question about shaping the future of European security: What vision do Kyiv and its allies have for security guarantees against potential Russian aggression? As tensions continue to rise, more than two dozen countries are exploring their roles in fortifying support for Ukraine. Ryan will take us beyond the headlines, analyzing the strategic discussions and diplomatic maneuvers that could define a new era of defense in Eastern Europe. In our Weapon of the Week, we explore Pivotal's groundbreaking eVTOL, the BlackFly, and its revolutionary potential for military applications.
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    20 m
  • Building Drone 1: Performance Drone Works’ next frontier

    Building Drone 1: Performance Drone Works’ next frontier
    Sep 10 2025
    This week on Weapons and Warfare, host Ryan Robertson sits down with Ryan Gury, the CEO and co-founder of Performance Drone Works. They dive into the grand opening of the new, cutting-edge 90,000 square foot Drone 1 facility in Huntsville, Alabama. Learn how this state-of-the-art facility will revolutionize drone production, focusing on the innovative C100 Multi-Mission drones. Gury shares insights into the technology behind these drones, their impact on modern warfare, and what this expansion means for the future of drone capabilities. In our Weapon of the Week, Regent Craft’s winged passenger ferry could revolutionize coastal transportation. Combining the speed of an aircraft with the versatility of a boat, the Paladin features three modes—float, foil, and fly—allowing seamless transitions between water and air. Inspired by the elegance of 1930s flying boats, this modern craft promises to enhance civilian travel and serve as a new type of warship. Discover how the Paladin is set to redefine maritime innovation.
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    21 m
  • Reflecting on Conflict: The Afghanistan War Commission's Mission

    Reflecting on Conflict: The Afghanistan War Commission's Mission
    Sep 3 2025
    This week on Weapons & Warfare, host Ryan Robertson takes a look at the work of the Afghanistan War Commission. He explores their mission to uncover lessons learned from two decades of conflict that aims to enhance future military strategies and operations. We’ll hear from members of the commission as they work to reveal how these lessons could shape the U.S. military's approach in future engagements. Also featured in our 'Weapon of the Week' segment is the cutting-edge Cummings Aerospace Hellhound S3. We’ll take an in-depth look at its innovative design, capabilities, and potential impact on modern warfare. Tune in to discover how this advanced system is set to redefine low-altitude strike operations.
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    20 m
  • Mission-Critical Innovation: Defense Unicorns' Software Revolution:

    Mission-Critical Innovation: Defense Unicorns' Software Revolution:
    Aug 28 2025
    This week on Weapons & Warfare, host Ryan Robertson sits down with Rob Slaughter, the CEO and co-founder of Defense Unicorns. Together, they dig into the landscape of defense technology as Slaughter shares insights into his company's mission to procure, deploy, and manage mission-critical software for the Department of Defense. And in our Weapon of the Week we check out some of the latest counter-unmanned aerial system (C-UAS) technology from DroneShield.
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    30 m
  • Beyond the headlines and on the border:

    Beyond the headlines and on the border:
    Aug 20 2025
    This week on Weapons & Warfare, host Ryan Robertson delves into the deployment of American troops at the southern border. Join us as we explore their roles, the challenges they face, and the implications of military presence in this politically charged area. With firsthand accounts, this feature sheds light on the complex intersection of national security and immigration policy. And in our Weapon of the Week, we explore American Rheinmetall’s Air Burst Munitions. We'll examine the technology, strategic advantages, and how these innovations are shaping modern combat.
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    24 m
  • Army Watercraft Modernization: Powering Expeditionary Operations:

    Army Watercraft Modernization: Powering Expeditionary Operations:
    Aug 13 2025
    This week on Weapons and Warfare, host Ryan Robertson explores the U.S. Army's efforts to enhance and expand its watercraft fleet. Join Ryan as he highlights the strategic importance of these vessels. Featuring insights from Army leadership, learn how this initiative is preparing the U.S. for future challenges in the Indo-Pacific by blending tradition and innovation. In our Weapon of the Week we take a look at Lockheed Martin’s JAGM, a missile for many missions.
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    26 m