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Insider: Short of War

Insider: Short of War

By: Irregular Warfare Initiative
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 Welcome to the Irregular Warfare Initiative’s Insider: Short of War, where IWI transforms its thought provoking articles into compelling audio pieces. Our podcast bridges the gap between scholars, practitioners, and policymakers, offering in-depth analysis and expert commentary on the dynamic world of irregular warfare. Stay informed and engaged with the latest insights from leading voices in the field, right at your fingertips.Copyright 2024 All rights reserved. Economics Management Management & Leadership Political Science Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Review of “The Mad and the Brave: The Untold Story of Ukraine’s Foreign Legion” by Colin Freeman

    Review of “The Mad and the Brave: The Untold Story of Ukraine’s Foreign Legion” by Colin Freeman
    Nov 7 2025

    In this episode, IWI's Chris Booth reviews The Mad and the Brave by Colin Freeman—a vivid account of Ukraine’s Foreign Legion. Discover how foreign volunteers shaped the war, the leadership missteps that limited their impact, and what their experiences reveal about modern irregular warfare.
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    11 mins
  • Culture on the Front Line: Building Indo-Pacific Resilience through Cultural Property Protection Training

    Culture on the Front Line: Building Indo-Pacific Resilience through Cultural Property Protection Training
    Nov 6 2025

    In this episode, we explore how Cultural Property Protection can serve as a powerful tool of irregular warfare in the Indo-Pacific—strengthening regional resilience, countering illicit trafficking, and building trust through shared heritage and preservation.
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    12 mins
  • Media, Martyrdom, & Manipulation

    Media, Martyrdom, & Manipulation
    Nov 5 2025

    In this episode, we explore how the Kosovo Liberation Army used propaganda, martyrdom, and media manipulation to shape Western narratives during the Kosovo conflict. Learn how perception management, strategic timing, and emotional storytelling influenced NATO’s decision to intervene and redefined modern warfare’s psychological front.
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    15 mins
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