A Discussion on Organized Crime and Terrorist Financing
Chip Poncy of the Financial Integrity Network discusses organized crime and terrorist financing.
Dec 02, 2015•1 hr
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National Security and Assured U.S. Electrical Power
Vice Admiral Lee Gunn, USN (Ret.), Vice Chairman of CNA's Military Advisory Board discusses our national security and assured U.S. electrical power. You can read the full CNA report here: National Security and Assured U.S. Electrical Power
Nov 18, 2015•37 min
The Loopcast's Third Birthday Show: A Loopcast on the Loopcast
This November The Loopcast turns three! Executive producer and host Chelsea Daymon and producer/creator Sina Kashefipour sit down to discuss how The Loopcast got started, answer some questions that listeners have about the show, and much, much more. We've also throw in some fun unknown facts about the show. On behalf of both of us, thank you to our wonderful listeners and guests for the past three years. They've been awesome!...
Nov 09, 2015•23 min
Documenting the Virtual ‘Caliphate’: A Continued Look at IS/ISIS Propaganda with Charlie Winter
Charlie Winter continues his research on Islamic State (IS/ISIS) propaganda and discusses his newest paper Documenting the Virtual 'Caliphate' . Here's his recent BBC News article which was also mentioned in the show: Fishing and Ultraviolence...
Oct 15, 2015•54 min
Russia, the Ukraine, and Russia's Involvement in Syria
Dr. Andrew Michta provides us with an update on the crisis in the Ukraine, Russia, and Russia's involvement in Syria. His recent article, Europe's Russia Denial elaborates on some of these issues.
Oct 05, 2015•46 min
"The Myth of the Returned Foreign Fighter"
Collin Hunt discusses his recent article "The Myth of the Returned Foreign Fighter" and the issues surrounding returnees, rehabilitation, and CVE programs.
Sep 20, 2015•43 min
Wildlife Trafficking
Alexander Olesker discusses wildlife trafficking, poaching and the issues involved in combating this illicit trade.
Aug 19, 2015•58 min
The Virtual 'Caliphate': A Look at ISIS's propaganda strategy with Charlie Winter
Charlie Winter of the Quilliam Foundation discusses his paper The Virtual 'Caliphate': Understanding Islamic State's Propaganda Strategy You can read more about Charlie and some of his publications here. You can also view the #NotAnotherBrother video that Charlie refers to in our discussion, here ....
Aug 05, 2015•1 hr 10 min
The Art of Open Source Intelligence (OSINT)
Justin Seitz discusses the art of open source intelligence (OSINT). With thoughts on: social media platforms, ISIS, law enforcement, and much, much more. (He shares some thoughts on Python too!) You can read more of Justin's thoughts on his blog. To learn more about automating OSINT collection go to his website .
Jun 08, 2015•43 min
Online Jihad 2001-2015: A History of Jihobbyism
Scot Terban discusses Online Jihad from 2001-2015: A History of Jihobbyism. Read more of Scot's work on his blog .
May 11, 2015•49 min
A Look at the Current Situation in Yemen
Abubakr Al-Shamahi discusses the current situation in Yemen by looking at both the past and the present.
Apr 21, 2015•48 min
Is ISIS's Messaging More on Point Than al-Qaeda's for Potential Recruits?
J.M. Berger discusses: Is ISIS's Messaging More on Point Than al-Qaeda's for Potential Recruits? Don't forget to check out J.M's new book co-authored with Jessica Stern : ISIS: The State of Terror...
Apr 06, 2015•1 hr
The Evolving Role of the U.S. Vice President in National Security and Foreign Policy
Dr. Aaron Mannes discusses the Vice Presidency (VP) and the evolving role of the VP in National Security and Foreign Policy. For more on this topic, check out Aaron's blog: Veep Critique Aaron provides a big picture look on this topic in: The VP and the Whole Equation and more on the VP's role in foreign policy: VP & Foreign Policy: A Brief Literature Review For fun check out: Veeptopus...
Mar 31, 2015•56 min
Rethinking the U.S. Approach to Boko Haram: The Case for a Regional Strategy
Julia Mcquaid discusses CNA Corporation's Rethinking the U.S. Approach to Boko Haram: The Case for a Regional Strategy
Mar 26, 2015•40 min
Shiite Foreign Fighters and the Shiite Jihad
Phillip Smyth discusses Shiite foreign fighters and the Shiite jihad. You can read his in-depth paper on this topic via the link below: The Shiite Jihad in Syria and Its Regional Effects Further reading and research can be found at: Hizballah Cavalcade
Mar 20, 2015•1 hr 4 min
The Destruction of Iraq's Cultural Heritage
Christopher Jones discusses the destruction of ancient Iraqi sites and artifacts by ISIS/IS. You can read more of Christopher's work here: The Future of War in the Middle East and the Future of Archaeology His blog: The Gates of Nineveh
Mar 16, 2015•36 min
Without You, There Is No Us: a discussion with Suki Kim on North Korea
Suki Kim , author of Without You, There Is No Us: My Time with the Sons of North Korea's Elite discusses her book, experiences, and thoughts on North Korea. You can also learn more about Suki at her website ....
Mar 09, 2015•50 min
A Discussion With Extreme Dialogue
We spoke with Rachel Briggs , Christianne Boudreau , and Daniel Gallant of Extreme Dialogue, about their campaign to reduce the appeal of extremism among young people and offer a positive alternative to the increasing amounts of extremist material and propaganda available on the Internet and social media platforms. Please visit Extreme Dialogue's website to learn more, watch Christianne and Daniel's videos, or participate: http://extremedialogue.org/ You can learn more about Rachel and her work ...
Mar 05, 2015•56 min
Thoughts on The White House Countering Violent Extremism Summit, CVE, and Where to Go from Here
Clint Watts looks at the recent White House summit and discusses countering violent extremism and potential steps for the future. The talk is based on his recent article which can be found here: The White House CVE Summit: What Should we expect? More of the same or a new direction to counter ISIS?
Mar 01, 2015•40 min
The Egyptian Sinai and Ansar Bayt al-Maqdis
Daveed Gartenstein-Ross and Zack Gold discuss Sinai jihadism and Ansar Bayt al-Maqdis's (ABM) pledge (bayat) to the Islamic State. You can read more of Daveed's work on the subject here: Ansar Bayt al-Maqdis's Oath Of Allegiance to the Islamic State ISIL's International Expansion: What Does Ansar Bayt al-Maqdis's Oath Of Allegiance Mean? You can read more of Zack's work on the topic here: Islamic State Allegiance Could Cost Egypt's Sinai Jihadis Popular Support The Egypt-Gaza Buffer Zone: More H...
Feb 26, 2015•41 min
War in the Ukraine?
Dr. Andrew Michta discusses the latest developments in the Ukraine. You can read his most recent work on the issue, here: "Why Ukraine Is our Business"
Feb 05, 2015•44 min
Nigeria and Boko Haram
Hilary Matfess discusses Boko Haram and the situation in Nigeria. Listed below are some of Hilary's works on Boko Haram: "The Boko Haram Insurgency, by the numbers" "Boko Haram is not al-Qaeda" Interactive map detailing Boko Haram attacks...
Feb 02, 2015•41 min
Turkish Foreign Fighters in Ogaden
North Caucasus Caucus and OSMahmood discuss Turkish foreign fighters in Ogaden. "The Clear Banner: Turkish Foreign Fighters and the Ogaden" "Azerbaijani Foreign Fighters in Syria" "Turkish Fighters in Syria, Online and Off"...
Jan 26, 2015•41 min
The Role of Women and Children in the Islamic State
Dr. Mia Bloom discusses the role of women and children in the Islamic State. Read more of her work here: New Terror Weapon: Little Girls? How the Islamic State is Recruiting Western Teen Girls Female Suicide Bombers are not a New Phenomenon Even al-Qaeda Denounced Beheading Videos. Why the Islamic State Brought them Back...
Jan 10, 2015•44 min
The Islamic State's Irregulars
J.M. Berger discusses his new article "The Islamic State's Irregulars" and much more.
Jan 06, 2015•55 min
Terrorist Financing and the Islamic State
Dr. Matthew Levitt discusses Terrorist Financing and the Islamic State .
Dec 20, 2014•45 min
Nuclear Weapons and Coercive Escalation in Regional Conflicts
CNA Corporation's Jerry Meyerle discusses his new report "Nuclear Weapons and Coercive Escalation in Regional Conflicts: Lessons from North Korea and Pakistan." You can find a copy of the report here .
Dec 16, 2014•48 min
China's Foreign Policy in Afghanistan
Daveed Gartenstein-Ross and Rafaello Pantucci discuss China's foreign policy in Afghanistan. For more you can read Daveed's monograph "China's Post 2014 Role in Afghanistan" and check out Raffaello's articles here .
Nov 12, 2014•42 min
Terrorist Behavior and Deradicalization
Dr. John Horgan discusses terrorism behavior and deradicalization. You can find Dr. Horgan's work here , and his latest article is on Vice .
Oct 22, 2014•46 min
Automotive Security, Society, and the Law.
Beau Woods and Joshua Corman discuss automotive security, society, and the law. Please make sure to check out the "Five Star Automotive Cyber Safety Program"
Sep 25, 2014•48 min
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