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The Information Advantage

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Frequency: 1 episode/24d. Total Eps: 30

Join host Frank Emerson, J.D., on The Information Advantage, as he interviews Governor West Chair speakers at The Citadel. Speakers include experts in the intelligence, military, law enforcement, homeland security, and diplomatic communities. Emerson currently serves as the Governor John C. West Chair of American Government and International Studies for The Citadel's Political Science Department and is a senior policy consultant to the government, advising on national security, foreign policy, and legal issues. https://www.citadel.edu/political-science/faculty-staff/dr-frank-emerson/

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🇺🇸 USA - Social Sciences
15/09/2026
#84
🇩🇪 Germany - Social Sciences
15/04/2026
#84
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14/04/2026
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Episode 30: Dana Dyson

Thursday, September 10, 2026 • Duration 58:27

Join us for our discussion with Dana Dyson, former Deputy General Counsel of CIA for Operations and U.S. Navy JAG, as she educates us on National Security Law and Covert Action.

Episode 29: The Honorable Platte B. Moring III

Wednesday, August 26, 2026 • Duration 20:16

Join us for our first podcast of the school year with the Inspector General (IG) at the Department of War and former Citadel Professor, Platte Moring. Moring provides insight into the IG's roles, responsibilities, and authorities along with lessons on leadership.The Information Advantage is hosted by Frank Emerson and produced by Jessica Galvin, with additional support provided by Jeff Leonard and Aubrey Carson. The music for this podcast is produced by Bert Jerred: youtube.com/@bertjerred

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Episode 28: Dr. William Prillaman

Friday, May 1, 2026 • Duration 35:41

Ever wonder how the President maintains a decision advantage over our adversaries? Join our discussion this week with Dr. William Prillaman (retired Central Intelligence Agency Senior Intelligence Service) as he provides insights on the Presidential Daily Brief (PDB). With decades of expertise writing for and briefing Presidents along with leading PDB production, listen to Prillaman share his experiences and interesting vignettes. We look forward to hosting Dr. Prillaman as part of the Governor West Chair speaker series and at our Latin America conference (30 September - 2 October).The Information Advantage is hosted by Frank Emerson and produced by Aubrey Carson and Jessica Galvin, with additional support provided by Jeff Leonard. The music for this podcast is produced by Bert Jerred: youtube.com/@bertjerred

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Episode 27: The Citadel's Distinguished Scholars Program

Friday, April 17, 2026 • Duration 41:07

Please join this episode's guests, Dr. Lauren Rule Maxwell (English Professor and Director of the Distinguished Scholars Program) and Senior Cadets Lucy McArthur and Olivia Liquori as they discuss the Distinguished Scholars Program, their projects, research, and leadership.

The Information Advantage is hosted by Frank Emerson and produced by Aubrey Carson and Jessica Galvin, with additional support provided by Jeff Leonard. The music for this podcast is produced by Bert Jerred: youtube.com/@bertjerred

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Episode 26: Cadets Jake Blaser & Phipps Fiore

Friday, April 3, 2026 • Duration 18:47

Join Cadets Jake Blaser and Phipps Fiore as they discuss the importance of the Law of Armed Conflict and their preparation for Team Citadel’s participation at the 24th edition of the IIHL Sanremo Law of Armed Conflict Competition for Military Academies.

Cadet Amanda Wolford became the first ever Citadel cadet to win an individual medal in the five years of participating as she won a tie for Bronze medal. This placed her in the top 5 out of 105 cadets, and she was one of three Americans in the top 5 (the other two were from U.S. Air Force Academy). Amanda was also selected as the emcee for the presentation of the annual 'Spirit of Sanremo' award which went to the team from Thailand.

Cadets Alexis Van Brocklin and Phipps Fiore won a tie for Silver and Bronze medal, respectively, in the Mixed Team category.

Stay tuned for future discussions with the other cadets who participated in the competition.

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Episode 25: Richard Waring, '07

Friday, March 20, 2026 • Duration 24:18

Join us for our discussion with Richard Waring, '07, Army JAG Officer and defense operations attorney, as we cover the Law of Armed Conflict Space.

The views expressed by Waring were given in a private capacity and do not reflect the official policy or position of the DoD, Army National Guard, or U.S. Government.

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Episode 24: Mike Driscoll

Friday, March 6, 2026 • Duration 43:25

Join our discussion with Michael Glenn Driscoll, The Citadel's 2025 OSINT Conference lead keynote, as we talk about his experiences in Israel, the Middle East, and cognitive warfare.

Driscoll is currently a senior advisor at Palantir. He was a U.S. Navy cryptologic veteran and retired with 34 years of technical and senior leadership roles within the Department of Defense and the National Security Agency.

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Episode 23: Ross Berkoff

Friday, February 20, 2026 • Duration 51:15

Join the discussion with Ross Berkoff as he shares his experiences on the frontlines in Afghanistan.

A decorated veteran of the 10th Mountain Division, Ross Berkoff served as a Cavalry and Intelligence officer in Afghanistan, earning two Bronze Stars while deploying alongside the conflict’s two Medal of Honor recipients from his division.

His military legacy is further chronicled in his 2025 book, Beyond the Outpost, a firsthand account of his experiences on the front lines of the Afghanistan War.

He has translated this frontline leadership into a distinguished civilian career, currently serving as President of RiverTech, LLC, where he oversees a global workforce of over 1,000 employees specializing in information technology, intelligence, and national security mission planning.

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Episode 22: Adriana Boersner Herrera, Ph.D.

Friday, January 30, 2026 • Duration 40:54

Venezuela with Dr. Adriana Boersner Herrera: Join us as we discuss Venezuela and related policy and international law issues.

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Episode 21: Sean Wiswesser

Friday, December 5, 2025 • Duration 21:45

Join us for another episode of The Information Advantage with former CIA Senior Operations Officer and Russian expert, Sean Wiswesser, as he provides insight on Russia's Hybrid Warfare and Intelligence Failures in Ukraine.The Information Advantage is hosted by Frank Emerson and produced by Aubrey Carson and Jessica Galvin, with additional support provided by Jeff Leonard. The music for this podcast is produced by Bert Jerred: youtube.com/@bertjerred

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