Military Strategy Podcasts

This Is Why

Sky News

Ever wonder why the headlines look the way they do? This Is Why is your essential weekly briefing for untangling the complex events shaping modern Britain and the global stage. Instead of just skimming the surface of the news, the show pulls back the curtain on the behind-the-scenes mechanics of politics, defense, and the economy, providing the missing context you need to truly understand the world around you. Each episode acts as a deep dive into a single, burning question. Whether it is analyzing the volatile shift in maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz, questioning the financial transparency of the monarchy, or investigating the structural hurdles behind national housing and defense policies, this podcast takes a hard look at the "why" behind the "what." By bringing in specialist journalists, forensic accountants, and strategic analysts, the hosts move past the soundbites to explore the tensions, legal loopholes, and long-term consequences that often get lost in the daily news cycle. If you are looking for a show that treats its audience like adults and isn’t afraid to interrogate power, this is your go-to resource. It is a thoughtful, analytical, and sharp-witted companion for anyone who wants to stay informed on the issues that really matter, framed in a way that respects your intelligence and your time. Tune in to move beyond the headlines and get the full story.

Ask Haviv Anything

Haviv Rettig Gur

Ask Haviv Anything is an intellectual deep dive into the forces shaping our world, hosted by political analyst Haviv Rettig Gur. This is not a show for surface-level headlines; it is a space for rigorous, long-form examination of the most pressing geopolitical, historical, and existential questions of our time. Whether unpacking the volatile standoff between Israel and Iran, exploring the ideological shifts within the American political right, or probing the future-altering implications of artificial intelligence, Haviv approaches every topic with a commitment to nuance and historical context. The show stands out for its candid, high-level dialogues with an impressive roster of thinkers, historians, and activists—ranging from Sam Harris and Micah Goodman to voices like Sohrab Ahmari and Batya Ungar-Sargon. Together, they strip away the reductive tropes that often dominate modern discourse, instead focusing on the messy, foundational realities of statecraft, religious identity, and democratic resilience. Central to the podcast is a shared concern for the defense of open societies in an era of tribalism and digital polarization. Haviv challenges his listeners to look beyond partisan silos, encouraging a more honest engagement with the "big and painful" questions that define our collective future. If you are looking for an analytical, thought-provoking companion to help you navigate the complexities of the modern landscape, this is the destination for you.

The President's Daily Brief

The First TV

If you want to understand the high-stakes chess match unfolding on the global stage, The President’s Daily Brief is your essential morning and afternoon intelligence digest. Hosted by veteran operative Mike Baker, this show cuts through the noise of cable news to provide a clear-eyed, expert analysis of the most pressing national security and geopolitical crises of our time. Each episode functions as a high-level briefing, covering a broad spectrum of volatile topics ranging from shifting military strategies in Russia and Ukraine to the intricate power dynamics within Iran, China, and the Middle East. Whether Baker is deconstructing the technical hurdles of nuclear proliferation, examining the fallout of covert military operations, or analyzing the latest intelligence on regional insurgencies, the focus is always on the cold, hard reality behind the headlines. The show excels at connecting the dots between seemingly isolated events, revealing how regional conflicts—like sabotage in the North Atlantic or shifting alliances in Africa—ripple outward to impact global stability. With a sharp, no-nonsense delivery, Baker helps you look past the political rhetoric to see the strategic maneuvers and long-term trends shaping the modern world. If you are looking for an informative, deep-dive perspective on international affairs that values accuracy and context above all else, this is the podcast that brings the situation room directly to your ears.