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The NIDS View
The National Institute for Deterrence Studies
Frequency: 1 episode/7d. Total Eps: 178

The NIDS View is meant to give listeners inside access to the thoughts and ideas of the member-practitioners of NIDS including our Fellows, Analysts, and Interns. For each episode we pick a current deterrence topic and have a cordial, exciting and sometimes funny discussion. Each episode is a stand-alone topical and is expected to increase awareness of deterrence thinking, expand the next generation of deterrence professionals, and prepare the workforce whose mission is to ensure peace, security, and stability.
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Perspectives on the USSTRATCOM Annual Deterrence Symposium
Season 2 · Episode 88
mercredi 28 août 2024 • Duration 42:08
In this episode, Adam and Curtis discuss the recent STRATCOM deterrence symposium and a panel featuring Congressman John Garamendi, who advocated for fewer nukes and elimination of the ICBM. In addition to offering responses to the congressman's arguments, they also review the different perspectives of realists and idealists when it comes to nuclear deterrence.
NC3: Are We Where We Should Be?
Season 2 · Episode 87
mercredi 21 août 2024 • Duration 42:55
Jim, Chris Stone, and Dr. Wallace Clark discuss several concerns, issues, and challenges facing the Nuclear Command Control and Communication System (NC3). The discussion reviews what can be done to enable a more survivable and effective integrated space and ground NC3 architecture for national defense.
A Foreign Policy of Restraint vs Intervention, Which is Most Effective?
Season 2 · Episode 78
mercredi 19 juin 2024 • Duration 39:50
Adam, Curtis, and Jim discuss Hal Brands' article "An 'America First' World" published on ForeignAffairs.com. Dr. Brands assesses what a Second "America First" presidency might mean for foreign and defense policy. The guys debate interventionism versus non-interventionism, evaluating which approach is better and how deterrence might impact the policy.
Nuclear Weapons in Space?
Season 2 · Episode 77
mercredi 12 juin 2024 • Duration 33:41
Adam, Chris Stone, and Kerry Kartchner discuss Russian space activities and their potential violations of the Outer Space Treaty as well as impact on global security.
NATO's Anniversary and Geopolitical Utility
Season 2 · Episode 76
mercredi 5 juin 2024 • Duration 39:22
Jim Stokes joins Adam and Alex as they discuss the role of NATO in the current geopolitical landscape.
How Does The U.S. Deal with Russia Post-War?
Season 2 · Episode 75
mercredi 29 mai 2024 • Duration 37:27
Adam, Alex, and special guest, Mike Carey, discuss the future of Russia and China after the war in Ukraine and the potential conflict over Taiwan.
Is Deterrence Pointless?
Season 2 · Episode 74
mercredi 22 mai 2024 • Duration 35:51
Adam, Curtis, and Jim discuss the merits of article 'What We Don't Know About Nuclear Deterrence Could Hurt Us' by Paul Poast. The hosts explore the validity of the points made in the article and the challenges of measuring the effectiveness of deterrence.
Forget Cold War: Is the U.S. in a Tepid War with China?
Season 2 · Episode 73
mercredi 15 mai 2024 • Duration 34:30
Adam and Curtis join noted China expert, Dr Alex Littlefield to explore the trendy idea of a new cold war between the US and China and highlight the political, economic, technological, and military traits of China that make it a more formidable adversary than the Soviet Union.
Making France Great Again - With Nukes
Season 2 · Episode 72
mercredi 8 mai 2024 • Duration 36:15
Jim, Curtis, and Adam discuss Macron's vision of a Euro-defense force underwritten by French nuclear weapons.
Are Delays in Nuclear Modernization a Problem for the Nation?
Season 2 · Episode 71
mercredi 1 mai 2024 • Duration 35:17
Jim, Adam, and Chris, discuss delays in the nuclear modernization programs and what the implications of those delays might be.






