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The Dead Prussian Podcast
by Mick Cook
The Dead Prussian Podcast aims to explore War and Warfare through discussion and analysis of military theory, historical events, contemporary conflicts, and expert interviews.
Episodes
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Episode 122 - On Developing the Warhead | The Dead Prussian
Mick chats with journalist and author Jeffrey E Stern about the development of the Paveway guided bomb. They discuss Jeffery's new book on the subject, The Warhead: The Quest to Build the Perfect Weapon in the Age of Modern Warfare. Mick and Jeffrey also discuss the paradox of developing powerful...
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Episode 121 - On Riding Tigers | The Dead Prussian
Mick chats with academic, war veteran and author Dr Andrew Maher about proxy warfare and interstate competition. They discuss Andrew's new book on the subject, Riding Tigers The Strategic Logic of Proxy Warfare. Mick and Andrew also discuss the perceptions of coming conflicts and what lessons we...
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Episode 120 - On Inside GHQ at Gallipoli | The Dead Prussian
Mick chats with academic, official war historian and author Dr Rhys Crawley about the experiences of Captain Orlo Williams as a staff officer in General Headqarters during the Gallipoli Campaign in the First World War. They discuss Rhys' new book, Inside GHQ: The Gallipoli diary of Captain Orlo...
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Episode 119 - On Orchestrating Power | The Dead Prussian
Mick chats with scholar, military officer, and writer Colonel Nathan K. Finney, PHD about mobilisation and how nations generate and deploy military power. They discuss Nathan's new book on the subject, Orchestrating Power, published by Cornell University Press. Mick and Nate also discuss how the...
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Episode 118 - On Beyond Storytelling in Military Strategy | The Dead Prussian
Mick chats with scholar, military officer, and writer Lieutenant Colonel Sean 'Nick' Blas, PhD, about strategic narratives. They discuss Jonathan's article on Beyond Storytelling: Strategic Narratives in Military Strategy. Mick and Nick also discuss how modern militaries can ensure integration...
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Episode 117 - On the Theory of Irregular War | The Dead Prussian
Mick chats with military theorist, USMC veteran, and author Jonathan Hackett about irregular war. They discuss Jonathan's book on this concept, The Theory of Irregular War. Mick and Jonathan also discuss how modern militaries can address the challenges of preparing for irregular war. Jonathan...
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Episode 116 - On Mission Injury | The Dead Prussian
Mick chats with political scientist, veteran, and Air Force officer Dr Kelly Atkinson about Mission Injury. They discuss Kelly's article on this concept, Mission Injury: The Force After Afghanistan. Mick and Kelly also discuss the impact of the outcomes of the wars on terror on the veterans and...
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Episode 115 - On Something Rotten | The Dead Prussian
Mick chats with the defence analyst, author, and soldier-scholar Dr Jim Storr about command structures and operational planning. They discuss Jim's book, Something Rotten: Land Command in the 21st Century. Mick and Jim also discuss the history of the growth of land command headquarters and the...
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Preview of our 2024 Season!
Over the past few weeks, we have recorded interviews with guests for the 2024 seasons The Dead Prussian and On Rome podcasts. We have also been recording episodes for our host-read narrative shows Battles and Enemies of Rome, which are currently premium-only shows that will be open-access in…
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Announcing On Rome Season 1
Announcing On Rome Season 1 Kickstarter Campaign! Step into the captivating world of ancient Rome with the On Rome podcast. Over 12 episodes, we will delve into the hidden stories of renowned Roman personalities, battles, literature and landmarks across the empire, unveiling histories often...
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Episode 113 - On Autonomous Command | The Dead Prussian
In this episode, Mick chats with scholar and business leader Dr Kate Devitt from Better Beliefs. They discuss her upcoming chapter on Meaningful Command in a future where autonomous systems are ubiquitous in military forces. Mick and Kate also discuss the ethical underpinnings of human…
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Episode 111 - On Wargames | The Dead Prussian
In this episode, Mick chats with scholar and author Natalia Wojtowicz about her book, Wargaming Experiences: Notes from a Wargaming Lecturer. Mick and Natalie discuss the intricacies of wargaming and the differences between civilian and military approaches. Natalia provides an insightful answer…
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Episode 110 - On Saving the Last Bullet | The Dead Prussian
In this episode, Mick chats with former author Heidi Langbein-Allan about her debut book, Save the Last Bullet, a historical memoir co-authored with her father about his experiences as a boy soldier in Nazi Germany. Mick and Heidi discuss the indoctrination and use, and abuse, of children in...
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Episode 109 - On Radical War | The Dead Prussian
In this episode, Mick chats with Associate Professor Matthew Ford about his new, co-authored book, Radical War. They discuss the influences of modern technology and the perception of modern conflict. Matthew provides a third answer to the final question. You can also grab a book & crack on here.
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Episode 108 - On Connected Soldiers | The Dead Prussian
In this episode, Mick chats with former U.S. Army Officer, Major (ret'd) John Spencer about his new book, Connected Soldiers. They discuss the influences of modern technology and the way in which connection through technology has affected the experience of conflict. John provides a fresh answer…
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Episode 107 - On War Transformed | The Dead Prussian
In this episode, Mick chats with Australian Army officer Major General Mick Ryan about his new book, War Transformed. They discuss the influences transforming war and the way in which militaries can prepare to meet the challenges of future conflict. Mick provides a succinct answer to the final...
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Episode 105 - On On Orcas, Awkies, AUKUS - Live Recording| The Dead Prussian
In this episode, Mick chats with Professor Peter Dean and Dr Bec Strating to discuss the recently announced AUKUS alliance between Australia, the United States, and the United Kingdom. Bec and Peter provide their answers to the final question. Become a member of our social network, the...
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Episode 101 - On Contested Shores | The Dead Prussian Podcast
In this episode, Mick chats with Timothy Heck and Brett Friedman about their edited book, On Contested Shores. They discuss amphibious operations throughout history and in the future. Timothy and Brett give updated answers to the final question. Become a member of our social network, the...
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Episode 100 - On Conversations on War | The Dead Prussian Podcast
In this episode, Rich chats with Australian veteran, writer, and digital content producer Mick Cook. They discuss Mick's experiences using new media to drive conversations on war. Mick also discusses the challenges of using creative practices to connect audiences with the experiences of war. Mick...
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Episode 99 - On the Bodies of Men | The Dead Prussian Podcast
In this episode, Mick chats with Australian author Nigel Featherstone. They discuss Nigel's book, Bodies of Men. Nigel also discusses the challenges of using creative practices to connect audiences with the experiences of soldiers at war. Nigel gives an insightful answer to the final question....
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Episode 98 - On Churchill's Shadow Raiders | The Dead Prussian Podcast
In this episode, Mick chats with writer and former war correspondent, Damien Lewis. They discuss Damien's career as a war correspondent and his recently published book, Churchill's Shadow Warriors: The Race to Develop Radar, World War II's Invisible Secret. Damien discusses technology development...
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Episode 97 - On Adaptation Under Fire | The Dead Prussian Podcast
In this episode, Mick chats with Dr Nora Bensahel and Lieutenant General (retired) David Barno their new book recently published, Adaptation Under Fire. They discuss how militaries change during wartime. Nora and David give their answers to the final question. Become a member of our social…
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Episode 96 - On the Collision of Worlds in Meso-America | The Dead Prussian Podcast
In this episode, Mick chats with Boston University's Dr David Carballo, an archaeologist and author. They discuss David's research on Meso-America and his recently published book, Collision of Worlds: A Deep History of the Fall of Aztec Mexico and the Forging of New Spain. David explores the...
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Episode 95 - On Ethics and the War Machine | The Dead Prussian Podcast
In this episode, Mick chats with the UNSW Canberra's Dr Ned Dobos. They discuss Ned's recently published book, Ethics, Security, & the War Machine. Ned highlights the moral and ethical questions of maintaining standing militaries. Ned gives a refreshing answer to the final question. Become a…
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Episode 94 - On the Australian Defence Strategic Update | The Dead Prussian Podcast
In this episode, Mick chats with the Australian National University's Dr Andrew Carr. They discuss the recently released Australian Defence Strategic Update 2020, Australian Strategic culture, and how strategic policy formulation is influenced. Andrew gives a new answer to the final question....
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Episode 93 - On Morality at War | The Dead Prussian Podcast
In this episode, Mick chats with UNSW Associate Professor Deane-Peter Baker. They discuss his research on bridging gaps in morality and ethics between the soldier and the state. Mick also asks Deane-Peter to provide an overview of his new book, Morality and Ethics at War. Deane Peter gives an...
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Episode 92 - On the Robot Revolution | The Dead Prussian Podcast
In this episode, Mick chats with authors Peter W Singer and August Cole about their book, Burn-in. They discuss the possible future operating environment where human and machine team up to fight terrorists. Peter and August also talk about useful fiction as a means to creatively contextualize...
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Episode 91 - On Law in War | The Dead Prussian Podcast
In this episode, Mick chats with the University of New South Wales's Associate Professor Catherine Bond about her book, Law in War. They discuss how laws introduced during the Great War in Australia shaped society. Kate provides a contemporary response to the final question. Become a member of…
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Episode 90 - On the Aftermath of The Great War | The Dead Prussian Podcast
In this episode, Mick chats with historians Prof Keir Reeves and Dr Carolyn Holbrook about their book, The Great War: Aftermath and Commemoration. They discuss the aftermath of The Great War in Australia and how commemoration has changed over the last century. Keir and Carolyn provide two…
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Episode 89 - On Veteran Transition to Civilian Employment | The Dead Prussian Podcast
In this episode, Mick chats with award-winning journalist and Army veteran, Dr Sharon Mascall-Dare. They discuss StoryRight, a not-for-profit program that assists veterans transitioning to civilian employment. Sharon talks about how her experience in Iraq led to the development of StoryRight....
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Episode 88 - On the Forgotten Bastards | The Dead Prussian Podcast
In this episode, Mick chats with Harvard's Professor Serhii Plokhii, historian and author. They discuss Serhii's latest book, Forgotten Bastards of the Eastern Front: An Untold Story of World War II. Serhii provides a description of the impact, and collapse, of the Grand Alliance during the…
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Episode 87 - On Enemy Aliens | The Dead Prussian Podcast
In this episode, Mick chats with the University of New South Wales Research Associate, Miss Nicole Townsend. They discuss Nicole's research on the treatment of 'suspect communities' and 'enemy aliens' in Australia during the Second World War. Nicole highlights the societal dangers of fearing the...
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Episode 86 - On Mission Improbable: Transforming the British Army Reserves | The Dead Prussian Podcast
In this episode, Mick chats with former army officer, academic and author, Dr Patrick Bury. They discuss his book, Mission Improbable: The Transformation of the British Army Reserve. Patrick discusses the role of the army reserve, political influence in its transformation, and the capability it...
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Episode 85 - On the Death of the Marine Corps | The Dead Prussian Podcast
In this episode, Mick chats with editor, and US Marine Corps Reserve officer, Major Timothy Heck. They discuss his short story "Alphas", the winning entry in the Postmortem of the Marine Corps creative writing competition run by The Krulak Centre. Mick and Tim discuss the themes of loss at a...
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Episode 84 - On the Day After the War | The Dead Prussian Podcast
In this episode, Mick chats with scholar and army officer, Lieutenant Colonel Brendan Gallagher. They discuss his recent book, The Day After: Why America wins the war but loses the Peace. Brendan highlights how the political objectives of war must remain the focus for achieving success. Brendan...
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Episode 83 - On Lethality and Knowledge Trajectories | The Dead Prussian Podcast
In this episode, Mick chats with military historian and friend of the show, Dr Matthew Ford. They discuss his recent article, The epistemology of lethality: Bullets, knowledge trajectories, kinetic effects. Matthew highlights how the science of battle has become conflated with imprecise...
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Episode 82 - On Sci-Fi and Future War| The Dead Prussian Podcast
In this episode, Mick chats with Lieutenant Colonel David Calder, a British military officer, and researcher on war. They discuss his research on science fiction and its role in shaping society's understanding of war. David provides an answer to the final question. Join the members' community at...
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Episode 81 - On Women Warriors | The Dead Prussian Podcast
In this episode, Mick chats with Dr Pamela Toler, an author who writes history for a popular audience. They discuss her book, Women Warriors. Pamela explains how women have been at the frontlines throughout history, highlighting some fascinating examples along the way. Pamela her take on the…
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Episode 80 - On the Allure of Battle | The Dead Prussian Podcast
In this episode, Mick chats with Dr Cathal Nolan an Associate Professor of History at Boston University and author. They discuss his book, The Allure of Battle. Cathal explains how the popular focus on decisive battle often overlooks how wars are won. Cathal provides an elegant answer to the…
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Episode 79 - On Great Power Competition | The Dead Prussian Podcast
In this episode, Mick chats with Ali Wyne, a national security researcher at RAND and a non-resident fellow at the Modern War Institute. They discuss his research on great power competition. Ali tries to dodge the final question but Mick holds his feet to the flame. Join the members' community at...
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Episode 78 - On the Heart of War | The Dead Prussian Podcast
In this episode, Mick chats with Dr Kathleen J Mcinnis, national security expert and fiction author. They discuss her debut novel, The Heart of War, and how fiction and creative practices can assist in understanding national security and policy development. Kathleen provides an answer to final...
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Episode 77 - On Military Virtues | The Dead Prussian Podcast
In this episode, Mick chats with Professor David Whetham, professor Ethics and the Military profession at Kings College London. They discuss his co-edited book, Military Virtues, and why virtue ethics is important for military leaders. David provides a very succinct take on the final question.…
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Episode 76 - On the Lessons of Tragedy | The Dead Prussian Podcast
In this episode, Mick chats with Dr Charles Edel, a Senior Fellow at the United States Studies Centre and author. They discuss his co-authored book, The Lessons of Tragedy, and how we can learn from wars' tragic past. Charles provides a new take on the final question. Join the members' community…
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Episode 75 - On Boyd's Conception of War | The Dead Prussian Podcast
In this episode, Mick chats with Ian Brown a United States Marine Corps pilot and author. They discuss Ian's book, A New Conception of War, and how Colonel John Boyd influence the understanding of manoeuvre warfare. Ian provides a new take on the final question. Join the members' community at...
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Episode 74 - On Fighting the People's War | The Dead Prussian Podcast
In this episode, Mick chats with Dr Jonathan Fennell, a senior lecturer at King's College London and the Director of the Sir Michael Howard Centre for the History of War. They discuss Jonathan's book, Fighting the People's War, and how the British Empire mobilised to fight in the Second World…
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The Dead Prussian Podcast aims to explore War and Warfare through discussion and analysis of military theory, historical events, contemporary conflicts, and expert interviews.
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The Dead Prussian Podcast is created and hosted by Mick Cook.
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