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Weapons & Warfare

Weapons & Warfare

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America’s military operations are constantly evolving. From boot camp to boots on the ground, anchor Ryan Robertson provides in-depth coverage of international armed conflicts and the latest technological developments in weaponry worldwide.

This episode of Weapons and Warfare looks into the technology used for AI pilots and what the future holds as competition grows.

Where is AI technology now and where is it headed?: Weapons and Warfare

This episode of Weapons and Warfare examines Anduril's ALTIUS-700M loitering drone, which can be fired before a target is even in sight.

A new loitering drone waits before striking: Weapon of the week

Today's fighter pilots of the F-22 and F-35, modern icons in their own right, may soon share the skies with artificial Intelligence (AI).

AI fighter pilot initiatives aim to reduce risk, boost air superiority

In this episode of Weapons and Warfare, host Ryan Robertson talks to experts about what Russia's plans are in space.

Russia’s nuclear intentions up in space: Weapons and Warfare

After a U.S. official raised the alarm on a potential Russian space-based nuclear threat, many questioned: What if Russia made space nukes?

How credible is a Russian space-based nuclear threat?

This episode's weapon of the week is an A-UGV, a vehicle that can help the Marines fight while also protecting their forces.

A-UGVs give Marines an advantage on the battlefield: Weapon of the week

In this Weapons and Warfare, the Air Force is trying to find and keep the best IT talent to defend against Russia and China's cyber attacks.

US Air Force finding best cyber talent to use as defense: Weapons and Warfare

Weapons and Warfare's weapon of the week is the AFRL's Paladin Drone Interceptor, which has both offensive and defensive capabilities.

AFRL drone interceptor is both offensive and defensive: Weapon of the week

The U.S. Air Force is developing a warrant officer program to attract IT specialists as warfare begins to move into the cyber world.

Air Force bringing back a centuries-old rank to attract cyber, IT experts

In this episode of Weapons and Warfare, learn more about how the Air Force is helping improve soldiers' mental fitness.

Air Force turns to MindGym to support mental fitness: Weapons and Warfare

This episode of Weapons and Warfare's weapon of the week isn't new, but the Javelin missile system is still popular for its anti-tank skills.

Decades-old Javelin is still an effective tank killer: Weapon of the week

The MindGym, a sensory experience designed to enhance mental health, offers Air Force troops an environment to explore thoughts and emotions.

Air Force partners with startup to transform mental health care for troops

In this week's episode of Weapons and Warfare, the Air and Space Forces are making changes to prepare their branches for global threats.

Air and Space Forces gearing up for future threats: Weapons and Warfare

Weapons and Warfare's weapon of the week is the MUTANT, a missile from the Air Force Research Laboratory that mimics how falcons move.

Falcons inspire MUTANT missile development: Weapon of the week

Leadership revealed 24 priorities for the Air and Space Forces, aimed at creating a more agile force that relies on teamwork at home bases.

Air and Space Forces reveal new priorities to prepare for evolving threats

In this episode of Weapons and Warfare, learn about the Air and Space Forces and how the lack of congressional funding is holding them back.

Congress is holding Air and Space Forces back: Weapons and Warfare

Air and Space Force leaders emphasized the need to prepare troops for evolving threats worldwide and blamed Congress for delayed advancement.

Air Force secretary urges funding to modernize: ‘We are out of time’

Shield AI CEO explains Weapons and Warfare's weapon of the week, and how new autopilot technology could be the future of the military.

Hivemind AI is a ‘key enabler for the US military’: Weapon of the week

For Ukraine, victory means one thing: complete Russian withdrawal. For Putin, however, Russia's version of victory is a bit more complex.

What role does democracy play in Ukraine’s victory?

In this episode of Weapons and Warfare, host Ryan Robertson dives into how Putin might describe a victory for Russia.

What victory over Ukraine looks like for Putin’s Russia: Weapons and Warfare

Weapons and Warfare's weapon of the week is the HISS-HD, a new sight that will give precision shooters increased range and accuracy.

HISS-HD sight an ‘unmatched choice’ for precision shooters: Weapon of the week

This episode of Weapons and Warfare examines the dwindling supply of rare earth minerals and what that means for the U.S. national defenses.

Dwindling natural resources are a threat to the US military: Weapons and Warfare

Weapons and Warfare's weapon of the week is the K4 MANTA: An underwater stealth drone that might become part of the U.S. Navy's defenses.

New stealth technology could be coming to the Navy: Weapon of the week

The episode of Weapons and Warfare digs into the rare earth resources needed to make modern munitions and where the U.S. is falling short.

Decreasing access to rare earth minerals put US munition production at risk

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