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America’s Frontlines
by Tom Sheffield
”America’s Frontlines” brings you firsthand perspectives from those shaping the future of national security and defense. From military leaders and system integrators to technologists and field operators, each episode dives into the challenges, innovations, and missions that define America’s defense infrastructure. Whether it’s AI at the tactical edge, supply chain resilience, or frontline decision-making, this podcast delivers powerful stories and actionable insights for defense professionals, policymakers, and citizens who care about the security of our nation.
Episodes
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America's Frontlines Podcast 21 October 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: What does the successful return of NASA’s SpaceX Crew-12 mean for America’s future in space? Colonel Denny and Matt examine the mission, NASA’s growing partnership with private industry, and the remarkable technology that makes human spaceflight possible....
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America's Frontlines Podcast 16 October 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Could artificial intelligence make North Korea's missiles nearly impossible to stop? Colonel Denny and Matt examine Kim Jong Un's latest claims about AI-assisted missile technology and the growing challenges facing American missile defenses. With North…
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America's Frontlines Podcast 14 October 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: How did one of the world's most capable militaries fail to prevent the devastating Hamas-led terrorist attack on Israel on October 7, 2023? Three years later, Colonel Denny and Matt revisit the tragedy that claimed approximately 1,200 lives and resulted in...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 09 October 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Who keeps the world's most critical shipping lanes open—and what happens when hostile nations threaten them? Colonel Denny and Matt examine America's long history of defending freedom of the seas, from the earliest days of our Republic to today's…
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America's Frontline Podcast 07 October 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny draws on a lifetime of experience confronting America's adversaries—from fighting communists in Vietnam to later helping plan against terrorist threats in the Middle East. Now he and Matt ask a difficult question: How should America confront...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 02 October 2026
In this episode of America's Frontlines: Could Ukraine's new ballistic missiles change the course of its war with Russia? Colonel Denny and Matt examine Ukraine's newly developed FP-7 and FP-9 ballistic missiles, including the FP-7's recent battlefield debut. They discuss Ukraine's expanding...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 30 September 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Matt ask: With Maduro gone and America looking to Venezuela’s vast oil reserves, can the country actually rebuild? They examine one of the enormous challenges facing Venezuela after years of economic and political turmoil: millions of...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 25 September 2026
Apologies for being a day late posting, but here it is! In this episode of America’s Frontlines: If Iran can seriously damage a major U.S. naval hub with missiles and drones, is America’s Middle East basing strategy still working? Colonel Denny and Matt examine the damage to Naval Support…
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America's Frontlines Podcast 23 September 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Matt tackle a difficult question: Should Ukraine stop attacking Russian oil refineries if those strikes are weakening Moscow’s war effort—but also contributing to higher diesel prices around the world? They examine President Trump’s…
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America's Frontlines Podcast 18 September 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Matt ask: Why is the Air Force investing in the B-1B Lancer instead of sending it to the boneyard? They examine plans to keep the legendary bomber flying longer, increase its weapons-carrying capability, and use its speed, range, and...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 16 September 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: America’s Army has a new civilian leader. Colonel Denny and Matt examine President Trump’s appointment of Adam Telle as Acting Secretary of the Army following the departure of Dan Driscoll. They look at the leadership change at the Pentagon and the…
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America's Frontlines Podcast 11 September 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny takes us back to the morning of September 11, 2001. He remembers hearing that a plane had struck the World Trade Center and initially believing it must have been a terrible accident. Then he watched the second plane hit. As a retired combat...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 09 September 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Matt ask a difficult but important question: When did political disagreement turn into hatred of fellow Americans? They examine America’s growing polarization, the dangers posed by political and religious extremism, and why defending the...
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America's Frontline Podcast 04 September 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Matt ask: Is China’s economic trouble creating a once-in-a-generation opportunity for America? They examine the growing number of business failures across China, the economic pressures facing Beijing, and whether the United States can…
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America's Frontlines Podcast 02 September 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Matt ask: Should Israel be able to bar foreign politicians it believes are working against the Jewish state? They examine Israel’s decision to deny entry to two Swedish lawmakers and the growing debate over national sovereignty…
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America's Frontlines Podcast 28 August 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Matt ask: Can New York’s mayor arrest Israel’s prime minister—and what does the controversy reveal about America’s growing divide over Israel? They examine Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s statements regarding Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 26 August 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Matt ask a question every American should consider: We fiercely defend our rights—but have we forgotten our responsibilities? They examine what citizenship in a Constitutional Republic really demands, from becoming an informed voter and...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 21 August 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Matt tackle a difficult question rooted in the oath taken by those who serve: What does it really mean to defend the Constitution against all enemies, foreign and domestic? They examine the threat posed by violent Islamist extremism,...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 19 August 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Skip ask what newly released January 6 police bodycam footage could reveal. They examine a significant court victory for greater transparency, lingering questions surrounding the events of January 6, and a principle that should transcend...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 15 August 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Matt ask a provocative question: Is China’s latest “ethnic unity” law really about unity—or about expanding Communist Party control? They examine Beijing’s drive for greater cultural conformity, restrictions on religious and ethnic...
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America's Frontline Podcast 12 August 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Matt ask an important question: Why do Americans increasingly trust military veterans to lead? They examine new polling showing strong public confidence in veterans seeking elected office, the growing number of veterans running for...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 07 August 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Matt ask a fundamental question: Do Americans still understand the nation they call home? They examine the alarming decline in civic knowledge, why it poses a challenge to our Constitutional Republic, and what must change to prepare…
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America's Frontlines Podcast 05 August 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Matt tackle a question that could shape America's future: Is Artificial Intelligence making us smarter—or teaching the next generation not to think? They examine AI's growing influence on education, critical thinking, and why striking the...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 31 July 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Matt examine a timely question: Do newly released intelligence documents reveal more about China's efforts to influence America than the public previously knew? They explore election security, intelligence reporting, and the growing...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 29 July 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Matt ask a question that could shape the future of every military on earth: Will drones redefine modern warfare? They examine the Pentagon's push for drone dominance, how America's armed forces are adapting to rapidly evolving technology,...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 24 July 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Matt take a journey back to America's founding and ask: Who were the 56 men who risked everything by signing the Declaration of Independence? They share the remarkable stories of the Founders, the sacrifices they made for liberty, and why...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 22 July 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Matt Hayes ask a timely question: Is the United Nations helping resolve the conflict in the Middle East—or making it worse? They examine the role of UNRWA, questions surrounding the organization's accountability, and the ongoing debate…
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America's Frontlines Podcast 17 July 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Matt tackle a fundamental question: Should America's military colleges be teaching warfighting—or politics? They examine Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's efforts to refocus professional military education on leadership, strategy, merit,...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 15 July 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: While America continues to celebrate 250 years of independence, Colonel Denny and Matt Hayes return to the powerful words of the Declaration of Independence. They explore the Founders' belief in God-given rights, the principles that shaped our…
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America's Frontlines Podcast 10 July 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Skip examine China's tightening control over the rare earth minerals that power America's most advanced military systems and technologies. They explain why Beijing's latest export restrictions could pose a serious national security...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 08 July 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Skip ask a question with major national security implications: Could the smartwatch on your wrist be sending your personal health data to Communist China? They examine growing concerns surrounding Chinese-made wearable devices, data...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 03 July 2026
In this special America’s Frontlines episode celebrating America’s 250th anniversary: Colonel Denny and Skip reflect on why the United States Declaration of Independence still matters. They explore the enduring principles of liberty, individual rights, and limited government that gave birth to…
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America's Frontlines Podcast 01 July 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Skip examine what could become one of President Trump’s most significant domestic policy victories: a sweeping immigration enforcement package that expands funding for ICE, strengthens border security, and intensifies the national debate...
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America's Frontline Podcast 26 June 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Skip ask a challenging question: Has the United Nations become part of the problem instead of the solution? They examine allegations surrounding the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East, including...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 24 June 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Skip ask whether America’s military has drifted from its core mission. They examine efforts by the Trump administration to eliminate DEI programs, restore merit-based standards, refocus veteran services, and strengthen a military centered...
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America's Frontliners Podcast 19 June 2026
In this milestone 100th episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Skip tackle a question with enormous implications for America's future: Has free trade made the United States dangerously dependent on China? They examine the hidden costs of globalization, the decline of American...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 17 June 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Skip ask a troubling question: Are we raising a generation that can't read? They examine America's growing literacy crisis, the widening achievement gap, and why the quality of our schools could have profound implications for the future...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 12 June 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Skip ask a provocative question: Is Cuba on the verge of dramatic change? They examine the indictment of former Cuban leader Raúl Castro, revisit the tragic legacy of the Brothers to the Rescue shootdown, and discuss whether the communist...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 10 June 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Skip tackle a question that strikes at the heart of our national character: Has hatred become one of the greatest threats facing America? Drawing on both science and experience, they examine the corrosive effects of political division and...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 05 June 2026
In this special D-Day anniversary episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Skip revisit one of the most consequential military decisions in history. They examine the leadership of Dwight D. Eisenhower, the immense risks behind Operation Overlord, and the remarkable handwritten note...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 03 June 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Skip examine the ongoing confrontation with Iran and the fundamental question at its core: Why can’t Iran be allowed to possess nuclear weapons? They discuss America’s decades-long struggle with the Iranian regime, the strategic...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 29 May 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Skip examine a challenge hiding in plain sight: the decline of the American family. With nearly two out of five children now born outside of marriage and the United States leading the developed world in single-parent households, they...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 27 May 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Skip take a hard look at the United Nations and ask whether the institution America helped build after World War II is increasingly being shaped by China and the Chinese Communist Party. From leadership positions within the UN to growing...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 22 May 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Skip ask a difficult question: Is Europe weakening itself from within? They examine tensions inside NATO, Europe’s energy challenges, environmental policies, economic pressures, and what these developments could mean for America, Western...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 20 May 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines Colonel Denny and Skip tackle America’s education crisis—asking why so many students no longer understand the nation’s history and examining how states such as Mississippi, Alabama, Louisiana, and Florida are challenging long-standing assumptions about...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 15 May 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Skip examine President Trump’s talks with China, rising tensions surrounding Taiwan and Iranian oil, and why the growing rivalry between America and Beijing could become the defining geopolitical conflict of our time. Colonel Denny also...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 13 May 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Skip examine the Chinese Communist Party’s long history of repression, discussing how Beijing’s view of individual citizens as instruments of state power could shape America’s future relationship with one of its most formidable global...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 08 April 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Skip explore the surprising possibility of peace between Israel and Lebanon—examining how Iran’s weakening influence over Hezbollah may be reshaping the balance of power in the Middle East, and why America’s renewed posture could be...
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America's Frontlines Podcast 06 May 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Skip examine the growing confrontation with Iran—discussing how the regime’s nuclear ambitions and continued support for terrorism threaten global stability, and how America’s strategy of pressure, deterrence, and military strength could...
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America's Frontlines 01 May 2026
In this episode of America’s Frontlines: Colonel Denny and Skip examine the growing threat posed by Iran’s underground missile “cities,” what recent strikes may have actually accomplished, and why rebuilding America’s military strength remains essential to deterring a capable and determined...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
”America’s Frontlines” brings you firsthand perspectives from those shaping the future of national security and defense. From military leaders and system integrators to technologists and field operators, each episode dives into the challenges, innovations, and missions that define America’s defense infrastructure. Whether it’s AI at the tactical edge, supply chain resilience, or frontline decision-making, this podcast delivers powerful stories and actionable insights for defense professionals, policymakers, and citizens who care about the security of our nation.
HOSTED BY
Tom Sheffield
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”America’s Frontlines” brings you firsthand perspectives from those shaping the future of national security and defense. From military leaders and system integrators to technologists and field operators, each episode dives into the challenges, innovations, and missions that define America’s defense...
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