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The Operational Arch

SAMS

53 episodes

The official podcast of the School of Advanced Military Studies, dedicated to bridging the gap between tactics and strategy through the study of operational art and the operational level of war.

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  1. Narrative War: The fourth grammar of war -- with Dr. Brian Steed

    · 48 min · S4 E53

    Hosts Major Carlen Vician and Major Evelyn Payne sit down with Brian Steed—historian, retired Army foreign area officer, and author of Narrative War: The Philosophy of Social Conflict—about how narrative shapes modern…

  2. Seeing Over the Edge: Operational Planning and Intelligence with MG (R) Spider Marks

    · 50 min · S4 E50

    In this episode, hosts Major DJ Taylor and Major Evelyn Payne sit down with Major General (Ret.) James "Spider" Marks — decorated Army intelligence officer, Georgetown University professor, and CNN military analyst —…

  3. From Tactical to Operational: Building Army Leaders for the Future Fight — with COL Ethan Diven, Commandant of US Army CGSC

    · 44 min · S4 E49

    Major Spencer Bates sits down with Colonel Ethan Diven, the US Army Command and General Staff College Commandant, and former Commander of Operations Group at the NationalTraining Center, to explore the evolving…

  4. An Unshakable Bond: Insights into the US-ROK relationship and the threat posed by North Korea with Lt. Gen. (R) Chun In-bum

    · 45 min

    In this episode of The Operational Arch, hosts Spencer Bates and DJ Taylor sit down with Lieutenant General Chun In-bum (Ret.), former commander of the Republic of Korea Special Warfare Forces and U.S. Army War College…

  5. From Warhammer to War Plans: The IDEA Framework with Stephen Box

    · 47 min · S4 E47

    In this episode of The Operational Arch, hosts Spencer Bates and DJ Taylor sit down with Steven Box, founder and CEO of Vanguard Tactics and a top-ranked competitive Warhammer coach, alongside SAMS professor Matt…

  6. So You Think You Want to be a SAMS Graduate? Insights on applying to and being successful at AMSP with the leadership team

    · 1 h 01 min · S4 E46

    In this episode of The Operational Arch, host Major DJ Taylor hands the mic over to three key SAMS leaders: Mr. Kirk Dorr (Deputy Director of the School of Advanced Military Studies (SAMS)), Dr. Bruce Stanley (Director…

  7. Mastering Mentorship: Insights from Colonel Retired Dwayne Wagner

    · 33 min · S3 E46

    In this episode of the Operational Arch podcast, Major Joanna Van Engel interviews Colonel (Retired) Dwayne Wagner,a seasoned Army planner and educator. They delve into the critical topics of mentorship, coaching, and…

  8. Convergence in Army Doctrine, with Dr. Jim Greer

    · 42 min · S3 E44

    In this episode of the Operational Arch, Major we welcome Dr. James Greer, an expert in operational art, military design, and leader development with over 30 years of Army service. We discuss the concept of convergence…

  9. MacArthur's Return to the Philippines, w/ Dr. Peter Mansoor

    · 42 min · S3 E44

    Dr. Peter Mansoor, retired Army Colonel and professor of military history at the Ohio State University, joins the Operational Arch to discuss his new book, Redemption: MacArthur in the Campaign for the Philippines…

  10. Civ-Mil Relations w/Dr. Scott Gorman

    · 35 min · S4 E43

    Dr. Scott Gorman, director of the Advanced Strategic Leadership Studies Program at SAMS, joins the Operational Arch to discuss the complexities of civil-military relations and the nuances of providing best military…

  11. China's Counter-Intervention Strategy w/Mr. Pete Wood

    · 53 min · S3 E42

    Mr. Peter Wood joins the Operational Arch to deep dive into China's counter-intervention strategy. This episode explores how this strategy fits into China's broader military doctrine as well as examining the nuances of…

  12. Multinational Operations w/LTG(R) Aguto

    · 35 min · S3 E41

    Lieutenant General (Retired) Tony Aguto discusses the US-NATO partnership, the importance of multinational collaboration, and the role of strategic military planning in modern warfare. He highlights the challenges and…

  13. Crisis Response w/COL Estee Pinchasin

    · 49 min · S3 E40

    COL Estee Pinchasin joins the show to share about her time as Commander of the Baltimore District of the Corps of Engineers and the role she played during the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in March 2024. COL…

  14. The Transparent Battlefield w/TRADOC G2

    · 39 min · S3 E39

    Jennifer Dunn and Scott Pettigrew from the Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) G2 Operational Environment Integration Directorate join the podcast and delve into the concept of the transparent battlefield—a…

  15. The Israel & Hamas Conflict w/Dr. Stoil Part 3

    · 46 min · S3 E38

    Dr. Jacob Stoil, an expert on the Israel/Hamas conflict, joins the Operational Arch to reflect on the opening of the conflict one year ago. This is the third and final installment of a multi-episode run discussing the…

  16. The Israel & Hamas Conflict w/Dr. Stoil Part 2

    · 33 min · S3 E37

    Dr. Jacob Stoil, an expert on the Israel/Hamas conflict, joins the Operational Arch to reflect on the opening of the conflict one year ago. This is the second installment of a multi-episode run discussing the start of…

  17. OIF Planning w/COL Benson

    · 50 min

    Colonel (retired) Kevin Benson joins us to discuss the campaign planning efforts for Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and the initial invasion of Iraq in 2002. His experiences are captured in his recently published book…

  18. Strategic Engagement w/GEN Brooks

    · 42 min · S3 E35

    GEN (retired) Vince Brooks, former Commanding General of US Forces-Korea and US Army Pacific, joins us to discuss the value of SAMS in preparing senior military leaders for strategic engagements across the globe.

  19. The Israel & Hamas Conflict w/Dr. Stoil Part 1

    · 30 min · S3 E34

    Dr. Jacob Stoil, an expert on the Israel/Hamas conflict, joins the Operational Arch to reflect on the opening of the conflict one year ago. This is the first installment of a multi-episode run discussing the start of…

  20. Arctic Security w/The Ted Stevens Center

    · 32 min · S3 E33

    Rear Admiral (RET) Matthew Bell and Dr. Christine Duprow, both with the Ted Stevens Center for Arctic Security Studies, Anchorage, Alaska, discuss the unique security challenges in the Arctic and what considerations…

  21. Human Capital Management & MDO w/4ID

    · 44 min · S3 E32

    MG David Doyle, 4ID Commanding General, and Command Sergeant Major Alex Kupratty join the Season 3 podcast team for their season debut to discuss human capital management, organizational culture, and preparing for…

  22. SAMS Integration & Season 2 Finale w/COL Morgado

    · 31 min · S2 E31

    COL Andrew Morgado, Director of the US School of Advanced Military Studies (SAMS), joins the Season 2 Operational Arch podcast team on their season finale to discuss how SAMS develops joint leaders, the impacts SAMS…

  23. Naval Military Theory in Relation to Operational Art, w/ Dr. Nick Prime

    · 50 min · S2 E30

    Dr. Nick Prime, Associate Professor at the School of Advanced Military Studies focuses on the maritime domain and the impacts of Naval theorists such as Alfred Mahan, Julian Corbett, JC Wylie, and Bernard Brodie as…

  24. Is Attrition A Type of War or Just an Effect, w/ LTC Amos Fox

    · 37 min · S2 E29

    In today's episode we speak with Lt Col Amos Fox about attrition as an effect of war, not as a type of war, and why there doesn't appear to be any "modern" military theorists. Article Discussed:…

  25. The Role of a Commander Integrating Staff, w/ LTG Jon Jensen

    · 48 min · S2 E28

    In this episode we discuss the role of a commander integrating the staff solvingcomplex problems, fostering collaborative organizations, and utilizingcomponents two and three with Lieutenant General Jon Jensen,…

  26. Leading a Division in Training and Multi-Domain Operations, w/ MG David Doyle

    · 35 min · S2 E27

    In this Episode we have a discussion with Major General David Doyle, US Army, Discuss challenges and opportunities in leading a division emphasizing training, multi-domain operations, and operational art. This Kind of…

  27. Narrative, Operational Art, and Museums, w/ Nikki Dean

    · 34 min · S2 E26

    In this episode, the team discusses the importance of narrative, operational art, and the role of museums in military professional development with Lieutenant Colonel (retired) Nikki Dean. Ms. Dean is a military…

  28. Field Manual 3.0 & MDO, w/ LTG Milford Beagle & Mr. Rich Creed

    · 43 min · S2 E25

    In this Episode we have a Discussion with Lt Gen Milford H. Beagle, US Army, and Mr. Creed about US Army doctrine, specifically FM 3-0 and trace its concepts and applications to MDO. Book Recommendations: Full-Spectrum…

  29. Urban Warfare, w/ John Spencer

    · 40 min · S2 E24

    In this episode the team discusses urban warfare with Professor John Spencer, the Chair of Urban Warfare Studies at the Modern Warfare Center.If you liked Professor Spencer's points and want to learn more about Urban…

  30. Space Operations, w/ LTC Jerry Drew

    · 42 min · S2 E23

    In this episode we discuss Space Operations with LTC Jerry Drew one of the principal authors on a new book titled "The Battle Beyond: Fighting and Winning the Coming War in Space"Goodreads Link:…

  31. Deterrence w/ Dr. James Platte

    · 47 min · S2 E22

    The team speaks with Dr. James Platte about Deterrence Theory.

  32. Counter-Punch Theory, w/ LTC Craig Broyles

    · 35 min · S2 E21

    LTC Broyles discusses his "Counter-Punch" Theory of warfare and how we can use it as a offensively minded, but defensively postured military force. The subject of this episode was published in the November to December…

  33. Napoleon, Military versus Movies, w/ Dr. Jonathan Abel, Part 2

    · 35 min · S2 E20

    We continue to explore the topic of Napoleon as a historical figure as well as our thoughts on the upcoming movie. If you have not listened to episode 18, we encourage you to do so before listening to this one. In this…

  34. Napoleon, Man & Myth, w/ Dr. Jonathan Abel, Part 1

    · 28 min · S2 E19

    In today's episode we start our first of two episodes discussing Napoleon and some myths and beliefs about him as a military genius. We discuss the rise of Napoleon and his actions as the leader of the French Military…

  35. Future of Warfare with Dr. Daniel Cox

    · 41 min · S2 E18

    Today we have Doctor Dan Cox of SAMS, focused on the future of warfare, including future information warfare adaptations, the role of cost and emerging trends and capabilities, reemerging trends like trench warfare and…

  36. Leading a Division into the Future Fight - MG Costanza

    · 35 min · S2 E17

    On Episode 16 of the Operational Arch, Major General Costanza provides insight and perspective for future division planners and discusses what he learned from his time leading the Third Infantry Division. When we…

  37. Security Assistance and Foreign Military Sales with BG Nicholson

    · 34 min · S2 E16

    Security Assistance is a big topic to cover in 30 minutes. BG Nicholson provides comments on how the US does it, and how it applies to Operational Art. Covering topics from Foreign Military Sales to how do we recruit…

  38. Passing the Torch: Season 2 Introduction

    · 8:09 · Bonus

    In this episode we say goodbye to last year's hosts, and introduce our new hosts. We also briefly go over what you as our listener can expect for content over the next year. New Hosts: J.D. Corless, Active Duty Air…

  39. Integrating Wargaming into Military Training w Mr. Sebastian Bae

    · 34 min · S1 E14

    Season 1, Episode 14 of the Operational Arch. This is part two of our conversation with guest Mr. Sebastian Bae where he talks about Wargaming and its utility to military planning and training. In this episode,…

  40. Wargaming’s Utility in Military Planning w Mr. Sebastian Bae

    · 28 min · S1 E13

    Season 1, Episode 13 of the Operational Arch. This is part oneof our conversation with guest Mr. Sebastian Bae where he talks about Wargaming and its utility to military planning and training. Sebastian argues that…

  41. A Departure from Centers of Gravity w Dr. Ben Zweibelson

    · 38 min · S1 E12

    Season 1 episode 12 of the Operational Arch is part two of our conversation with guest Dr. Ben Zweibelson where he talks all things Center of Gravity. Ben argues that Centers of Gravity insufficiently prepare us to…

  42. Center of Gravity Analysis w Dr. Ben Zweibelson

    · 41 min · S1 E11

    Season 1 episode 11 of the Operational Arch is part one of our conversation with guest Dr. Ben Zweibelson where he talks all things Center of Gravity. Ben offers a deconstruction of COGs by taking a look at the models…

  43. Boyd and Warden's Systems Approach w Dr. Jim Greer

    · 26 min · S1 E10

    Season 1 episode 10 of the Operational Arch is part two of our conversation with guest Dr. Jim Greer as he takes us on a deep dive into John Boyd and his Patterns of Conflict. We continue our conversation on how we…

  44. John Boyd's Patterns of Conflict w Dr. Jim Greer

    · 30 min · S1 E9

    Season 1 episode 9 of the Operational Arch is part one of our conversation with guest Dr. Jim Greer as he takes us on a deep dive into John Boyd and his Patterns of Conflict. He explains how we tend to get caught up in…

  45. The Role of Practice in Operational Art w COL Andrew Morgado and Dr. Bruce Stanley

    · 50 min · S1 E8

    Season 1 Episode 8 of the Operational Arch is the final episode in our limited series exploring the pillars of operational art. Our guests this week are COL Andrew Morgado, the Director of the School of Advanced…

  46. The Role of Doctrine in Operational Art w COL (Ret.) Rich Creed

    · 54 min · S1 E7

    Season 1 Episode 7 of the Operational Arch is the third episode in our limited series exploring the pillars of operational art. We peel back the unique role doctrine plays in conducting operational art and training…

  47. The Human Dimension of War w LTC Nate Finney

    · 47 min · S1 E6

    Season 1 Episode 6 of the Operational Arch inspects the human dimension of the U.S. Army's multi-domain operating concept. Our guest, LTC Nate Finney, frames the discussion against the complex INDOPACOM operational…

  48. Irregular Warfare and the Operational Level of War w/ the Irregular Warfare Center's COL (Ret.) Derek Jones

    · 50 min · S1 E5

    Season 1 Episode 5 of the Operational Arch focuses on how irregular warfare fits into the operational level of war and operational art. Our guest, COL (Ret.) Derek Jones, representing the Irregular Warfare Center,…

  49. The Role of Theory in Operational Art w/ Dr. Scott Gorman

    · 47 min · S1 E4

    Season 1 Episode 4 of the Operational Arch is the second in a limited series examining the pillars of operational art. In this episode, we dive into the role theory plays in conducting operational art and training…

  50. The Role of History in Operational Art w/ Dr. Dean Nowowiejski

    · 36 min · S1 E3

    Season 1 Episode 3 of the Operational Arch is the first in a limited series examining the pillars of operational art. In this episode, we dive into the role history plays in conducting operational art and training…

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