Defense News Weekly Episodes
Find full episodes of the only television show focusing on the business of defense and the issues affecting the lives of men and women in the U.S. military.
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Better weapons, new berets and personal comfort | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 10.13.2
From urine collection systems to updated weaponry and even a new beret for EOD airmen, a bevy of updates could be headed for troops across the military.
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Ukraine’s ‘Army of Robots’ idea presents fearsome future | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 10.6.26
A former Ukrainian defense official launches a futuristic robotic army initiative. Plus — a retired Green Beret turns to mine clearing as a new mission.
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Troops develop AI-driven drone defense weapons | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 9.29.26
Looking to empower junior troops to design drone defense, the Air Force Research Laboratory fosters new systems. Plus, new lifesaving battlefield tech.
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Looking into the future of the Air Force | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 9.22.26
At a major annual conference outside Washington, D.C., the Air and Space Forces contemplate how to fight and defend in a world of drones and AI weapons.
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Recruiting workers for the defense industrial base | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 9.15.26
To build and manufacture the armaments needed for a modern military requires a specialized workforce. Can the U.S. recruit enough talent?
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Marines to add thousands to ranks in coming years | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 9.8.26
The Marine Corps seeks to swell its ranks in the next five years. Plus, the Army museum remembers Sept. 11 and those who responded.
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DoD budget faces multiple obstacles | Actionable Intelligence
Defense News’ Joe Gould speaks to retired Major General Arnold Punaro about the defense budget.
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How to take a three-year-break from the Army – and what you owe on return | Military Times Reports
A new program gives soldiers the opportunity to take a break from the Army and pursue different endeavors on a long-term sabbatical.
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How will Lebanon grow its Navy? | Actionable Intelligence
Defense News Middle East correspondent Agnes Al-Helou discusses Lebanon’s plan to grow its navy.
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Return of the Taliban | Military Times Reports
As U.S. forces fully depart the country, the Taliban is on the march, taking over districts and flexing regional muscle – prompting high-level responses.
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Return of the Taliban and Lebanon’s growing Navy | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 7.3.21
With the Taliban on the march in the vacuum left by U.S. and allied forces in the country, the U.S. and Afghan governments try to respond and pledge support.
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KC-46 problems may lead to opportunity | Actionable Intelligence
The KC-46 may have problems, but with a new program on the horizon, its faults may go by the wayside.
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Cargo delivery by rocket and DARPA’s newest drone-killer | Military Times Reports
The Air Force looks to leverage commercial rocket technology for worldwide delivery, and a look at DARPA’s latest counter-drone system.
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The Air Force’s last prisoner of war | Military Times Reports
Lt. Col. Rob Sweet is the Air Force’s last prisoner of war and joined Defense News Weekly to talk about his experiences.
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Air Force tankers and DARPA’s new drone killer | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 6.26.21
A look at the future of the Air Force’s tanker program and who will make the next version of the KC-46. Plus, images of DARPA’s new counter UAV-drone system.
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“Raise your hand” | Dear Young American — Harvey Barnum
“Take the word ‘failure’ out of your vocabulary,” says Medal of Honor recipient Harvey “Barney” Barnum in giving advice to students and youths.
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CENTCOM commander eyes future of Middle East | Military Times Reports
Marine Gen. Kenneth McKenzie, commander of CENTCOM, talks about what’s ahead for his area now that the Pentagon’s eye has turned toward Russia and China.
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SecDef tussles on Capitol Hill, and better pay for Guard and Reserve | Reporters Roundtable
Hearings on Capitol Hill get testy between Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin and members worried about too much wokeness in the services.