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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Navy SEAL turned astronaut talks training, scary moments | Military Times Reports
Former Navy SEAL Capt. Chris Cassidy traded in a storied experience as a team leader in the SEALs in the wake of the Sept. 11 attacks to head to space.
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Report on Air Force mishaps shows mixed results | Military Times Reports
While the number of mishaps in the Air Force over the prior year went down, the rate of mishaps per flying hour rose slightly, a recent report shows.
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Air Force sees PT updates | Military Times Reports
The Air Force is set to release new PT uniforms for airmen soon. The branch is also changing its guidance on resumption of PT tests as the COVID pandemic wanes.
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What will replace the Shadow UAS? | Actionable Intelligence
The U.S. Army held a rodeo to help decide the capabilities it needs in a Shadow UAS replacement. Jen Judson tells us what’s under consideration.
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Is Biden following Trump’s lead in overseas security? | Reporters Roundtable
On both troop levels in Afghanistan and security posture in the Indo-Pacific region, the Biden administration appears to be holding to Trump’s parameters.
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A Marine Corps Without Tanks? | Military Times Reports
In a bid to become lighter, faster, and more mobile from ship to shore, the Marine Corps is giving up its tanks.
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The future of Army drones and Marine tanks | Defense News Weekly Full Episode, 3.13.21
The Army tests early potential replacements for the Shadow unmanned aerial system as the Marines contemplate a future without heavy armor.
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Marine rifle changes and a possible new Air Force Fighter | Defense News Weekly Full Episode, 3.6.21
The most substantial change to Marine rifle qualifications in 100 years start to roll into effect, while the Air Force looks into ordering a brand new fighter.
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100-year-old World War II vets look back | Observation Post
Julia Parsons and Marvin Spitzer had very different roles in the war, but now share a milestone: each recently turned 100 years old.
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What will replace the F-16? – Actionable Intelligence
The F-16 needs to be replaced, but with what? Defense News Air Warfare reporter Valerie Insinna discusses the options.
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Major changes to Marine rifle qualifications arrive | Military Times Reports
Along with a new optic with better magnification, Marines are set to implement the biggest change to rifle qualifications in 100 years.
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Military vaccination rates and a potential new fighter | Defense News Weekly – Full Episode, 2.27.21
A look at why some in the military are turning down COVID-19 vaccinations and on-the-ground coverage from IDEX.