The Dead Prussian Podcast

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 can learn from history on the prediction of the 'next war'.   Andrew provides a cracking answer to t...

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 Williams . Mick and Rhys also discuss common experiences between staff officers from the First World W...

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 speed with which the United States of America mobilised for the First World War and compared it to s...

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 between military actions and strategic narratives.   Nick provides an answer to the final question. Yo...

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 provides an answer to the final question. You can also grab a book & crack on  here .

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 institutions who served in them.  Kelly provides an answer to the final question. You can also grab a b...

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 prevalence of process in current military operations.  Jim provides a considered answer to the final que...

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 2024. Below are some of the initial topics for you on our 2024 seasons.   Coming to  The Dead Prussian :...

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 concealed from view. It's more than a travel guide; it's a journey into the heart of Rome's legacy.   Each...

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 interaction with emerging technology in the context of armed conflict. Kate provides a pragmatic answer to the...

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 to the final question. You can also grab a book & crack on   here.

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 Hitler's regime and the profound effect it had on her father as he dedicated his life to fighting fascism...

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.

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 to the final question. You can also grab a book & crack on  here.

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 question. Become a member of our social network, the  #TDPCommunity. You can also grab a book & crack o...

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  #TDPCommunity. You can also grab a book & crack on  here. *This episode was recorded live with an internet audi...

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  #TDPCommunity , to access bonus content from this episode.  You can also grab a book & crack on  here. NB:...

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 gives a unique answer to the final question. Become a member of our social network, the  #TDPCommunit...

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. Become a member of our social network, the  #TDPCommunity , to access bonus content from this episode....

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 in the Second World War as well as war's addictive qualities. Damien gives a unique answer to the f...

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 network, the  #TDPCommunity , to access bonus content from this episode.  You can also grab a book & crack...

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 conquest of the Aztec empire and its impact on Meso-America and Spain. David gives a unique answer to th...

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 member of our social network, the  #TDPCommunity , to access bonus content from this episode.  You can...

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. Become a member of our social network, the  #TDPCommunity , to access bonus content from this episode....

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 interesting answer to the perennial question. Become a member of our social network, the  #TDPCommuni...