Ben Jebb
The Arctic Heats Up: Global Competition In The High North
Benjamin Jebb and Jeff Phaneuf Episode 69 of the Irregular Warfare Podcast examines the evolving relationship between climate change, Arctic security, and geopolitical competition. Our guests begin by describing America’s interests in the Arctic and the traditional institutions that have governed interstate relations in the High North. They then
Transmitting Values: Can US Security Force Assistance Export Democratic Norms?
Benjamin Jebb and Kyle Atwell Episode 67 of the Irregular Warfare Podcast explores the complicated relationship between US foreign policy and democratic values, and the risks and opportunities associated with exporting liberal norms through security force assistance. Our guests begin by describing the role that promoting liberal values, such as
Slow Burn: How US Security Cooperation Shapes Operational Environments
Benjamin Jebb and Barbara Elias Episode 66 of the Irregular Warfare Podcast explores how America’s security cooperation programs can help shape regional security environments by training foreign militaries. Our guests begin by addressing why America settled on a global strategy of exporting its security to allied and partner militaries.
From Street Fights To World Wars: What Gang Violence Can Teach Us About Conflict
Laura Jones and Benjamin Jebb Episode 65 of the Irregular Warfare Podcast explores why violence occurs from the local to the geopolitical level and how conflict can revert back to peace. Our guests today begin by asserting that peace—and not war—is the natural order of things for the
The Great Equalizer: Irregular Warfare In The City
Kyle Atwell and Benjamin Jebb Episode 64 of the Irregular Warfare Podcast explores the interplay between urban spaces and irregular warfare. Our guests begin by examining how demographic and economic shifts are increasing the importance of urban centers around the globe. They then explore the realities of urban combat and