Brian Crombie Radio Hour - Epi 1579 - Psychological Warfare and Civilian Mobilization in Ukraine with Dr. Patrick James Christian

On this week’s Brian Crombie Hour, Brian speaks with Dr. Patrick James Christian, psychoanalytical anthropologist and former U.S. Army Special Forces officer, about the psychological dimensions of modern conflict and the Ukraine war. They explore:Psychological warfare: How civilian populations are targeted to weaken societal cohesion and morale.Mobilized identity: Russia’s recruitment strategies, Ukraine’s societal transformation, and the growing role of civilians — including women — in the conflict.Civil society’s role: How media, leadership, and communities can either amplify trauma or strengthen resilience in an era of asymmetric warfare.Dr. Christian argues that today’s wars are fought not just with weapons, but in minds and societies — making psychological resilience a central front.