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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Navy Reserve retention bonuses on the rise | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 8.7.26
The Navy ups the ante for recruiting and retaining Reserve sailors, and a service medal is revived by the Pentagon. Plus, a tour of a military museum.
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Are changes coming to veterans’ benefits? | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 7.21.26
A leader at the center of Congress’ efforts to revamp some veterans’ benefits weighs in on the changes. Plus, testosterone tests for troops.
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New fitness standard takes hold across the Army | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 7.14.26
The Army implements the new waist-to-height ratio system amid a Pentagon push for revamped standards. Plus, new tech on the scene at Eurosatory 2026.
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The Medal of Honor and veteran transition assistance | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 7.7.26
Two Marines and one soldier were recently awarded the MOH. One foundation seeks to help vets with MMA training. Those stories and more on this week’s episode.
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GWOT Memorial group open to design changes | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 6.30.26
The president of the GWOT Memorial Foundation says he’s taking feedback on the installation’s design. Plus, foam drones and a throwable 360-degree camera.
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Foam drones and a throwable 360-degree tactical camera – SOF Week tech
New systems seen at SOF Week include one-way drones made of lightweight material, and a camera you can throw into a room for a full-spectrum view.
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Securing sensitive facilities in modern times | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 5.3.25
In a world of swiftly-advancing tech, how do businesses and government agencies secure their facilities? Two experts talk through strategies.
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Republican leader talks VA staffing cuts and vets’ care | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 4.19.25
Illinois Rep. Mike Bost, Chairman of the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee, lays out how he sees changes coming to the VA under the new administration.
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New tech on the horizon | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 4.12.25
New body armor fits for the Marines and tech advancements from the recent Special Air Warfare Symposium.
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Troops’ quality of life improvements? | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 3.15.25
House Armed Services Committee ranking Democrat Rep. Chrissy Houlahan talks about priorities for her panel in the coming year. Plus: voice controlled drones.
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VA secretary talks personnel cuts, new initiatives | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 3.8.25
Secretary of Veterans Affairs Doug Collins talks cuts in staffing and contracts, spending realignments and more changes as he takes the helm at the VA.
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How can Congress improve troops’ quality of life? | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 2.15.25
A conversation with Rep. Pat Fallon, chairman of House Military Personnel Subcommittee, on troops’ quality of life, the recruiting crisis and more.
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New VA Secretary takes office, and more Pentagon updates | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 2.8.25
The Senate confirms a new head of Veterans Affairs, and the Pentagon contemplates a Gaza plan. Plus, F-35s practice takeoffs from a Japanese ship.
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A flood of changes sweeps the military | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 2.1.25
A flurry of executive orders and a new Secretary of Defense usher in a time of rapid change across the military. Plus, a hybrid-electric Humvee replacement?
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New Navy tech and a heated SecDef hearing | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 1.18.25
Defense companies and Navy leaders look to the future at the Surface Navy symposium, and Pete Hegseth faces Senators at his confirmation hearing.
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Can the Pentagon’s China stance last under Trump? | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 1.11.25
During the Biden administration, the Pentagon shifted the way it views – and opposes – China and its influence. Will that posture change under President Trump?
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New treatments for troubled vets | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 12.14.24
Psychedelics and Brazilian jiu-jitsu get leveraged as ways to help vets heal and connect. Plus: Beards in the Air Force?
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VA Secretary – veterans are not “broken” | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 11.23.24
The Secretary of Veterans Affairs pushes back on the idea that veterans are damaged, and laments the persistence of vets’ suicide. Plus: NATO’s arctic Marines.