Episode Details

In this episode:

• Colonel Denny and Skip break down China’s chokehold on rare earth minerals—critical to our military and economy—and why this hidden dependency may be one of America’s greatest strategic vulnerabilities.
• Colonel Denny and Skip break down a pivotal moment—from China’s rapid J-20 fighter expansion challenging U.S. airpower, to Israel striking Iran’s naval leadership near the Strait of Hormuz, to signs the Iran conflict may be reaching a turning point, and Hamas weighing disarmament that could determine Gaza’s future—revealing how military power and strategic decisions are reshaping the global balance.
• Of course, the colonel delivers more of his humor to help us stay positive.
• Our primary guest today is General Bentley Rayburn, the new leader of STARRS, the organization focused on getting our military back on track.
• We get our normal dose of military history to keep us sharp.
• And retired Coast Guard Chief Warrant Officer Roland Ashby delivers more of his warrant wisdom.