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BLUF: Artorias Podcast

Artorias, Inc.

77 episodes · Explicit

The BLUF podcast is hosted by Stefano Ritondale (CIO of Artorias), Matthew Zulauf (Intelligence Analyst) and Christian Montessori (CEO of Artorias). We host a podcast on current intelligence and foreign affairs matters. Artorias is an open-source intelligence technology company founded in 2024 by a group of formidable OSINT researchers.

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  1. After the Elections: Will the U.S. and Israel Resume Strikes on Iran?

    · 1 h 03 min · Explicit

    With elections approaching, will the U.S. and Israel resume military strikes against Iran? We examine the political calculations in Washington and Jerusalem, Iran’s next moves, and the risk of renewed conflict across…

  2. Inside Ethiopia and Myanmar: Armed Resistance and Political Fragmentation

    · 50 min · Explicit

    We’re joined by journalist Thomas van Linge to examine the ongoing conflicts in Ethiopia and Myanmar, exploring the key actors, armed insurgencies, and geopolitical dynamics shaping two of the world’s most complex…

  3. The Cost of Complacency: Geopolitical Risk and Corporate Security w/Mike Evans

    · 1 h 02 min · Explicit

    Mike Evan's X: https://x.com/MikeEvansIntel?s=20 What happens when businesses see the warning signs but fail to act? Intelligence and security expert Mike Evans joins BLUF to discuss why complacency leaves…

  4. Europe Under Threat: The New Security Environment

    · 1 h 03 min · Explicit

    Europe’s security environment is rapidly changing. Stefano and Matt are joined by John Larrier to examine the growing Russian and Iranian threat, terrorism, sabotage, hybrid warfare, and the challenges facing NATO and…

  5. Yemen’s War Reignites: Inside the Houthi Offensive

    · 55 min · Explicit

    Yemen’s war is escalating as the Houthis launch a new offensive. We break down the latest battlefield developments, key factions, regional dynamics, and what comes next with John Larrier.

  6. Three Fronts, One Crisis: Niger, Libya & CAR

    · 1 h 07 min · Explicit

    From Niger and Libya to the Central African Republic, we examine with @CasusBellii the shifting security landscape, growing foreign influence, militant activity, and the geopolitical competition reshaping Africa

  7. The New Global Conflict: From Iran to Ukraine

    · 1 h 17 min · Explicit

    The New Global Conflict: From Iran to Ukraine Iran, Yemen, Syria, and Ukraine are shaping an increasingly interconnected global security crisis. We break down the latest developments, key players, and emerging threats…

  8. Global Intel Episode 9

    · 46 min · Explicit

    Iran, Saudi Arabia’s new military alliance, and the Houthi conflict take center stage as we examine shifting Middle East dynamics. We also cover Libya and the Ceuta migration crisis, exploring the broader security and…

  9. The War of Attrition: Ukraine’s Battlefield and Iran Update

    · 1 h 09 min · Explicit

    Stefano is joined by @Osinttechnical and John Larrier to break down the latest developments in the Russia-Ukraine war, the evolving battlefield and shifting military strategies. They also examine the U.S.-Iran conflict…

  10. Global Intel Episode 8

    · 1 h 08 min · Explicit

    From Africa to the Middle East and Eastern Europe, Matt and Stefano break down the latest developments in the DRC, Sudan, Somalia, Russia-Ukraine, Iran, and the Gulf. Tune in for analysis on the conflicts, crises, and…

  11. Fire Across Two Fronts: Iran and the War in Mali

    · 1 h 01 min · Explicit

    Join hosts Matt and Stefano, alongside guest John Larrier, as they examine the latest U.S. strikes against Iran, the evolving conflict in Mali, and the broader implications for regional security, counterterrorism, and…

  12. Donroe Doctrine: U.S. Focus on Latin America

    · 1 h 04 min · Explicit

    The Monroe Doctrine is back in the spotlight. This episode examines the growing U.S. focus on Latin America, from countering Chinese influence and combating transnational criminal organizations to strengthening…

  13. Negotiations and Attrition: The Middle East and Ukraine’s Evolving Battlefields

    · 1 h 16 min · Explicit

    We are joined by John Larrier to discuss U.S.-Iran negotiations, the Hezbollah-Israel conflict in Southern Lebanon, and how Ukrainian strikes against Russian infrastructure are reshaping the battlefield and straining…

  14. Negotiating with Iran: Risks, Opportunities, and Regional Implications

    · 43 min · Explicit

    We examine the current state of negotiations, the key issues still dividing both sides, and the regional and global implications of a potential deal. From sanctions relief and nuclear concerns to the roles of regional…

  15. The European Lens: Iran, Russia, and Europe’s Security Crisis w/Nuno Felix

    · 1 h 19 min · Explicit

    In this episode, geopolitical analyst Nuno Felix joins the discussion to break down the evolving security landscape from a European perspective. From Iran’s growing regional influence to the Russia–Ukraine war and its…

  16. Cartel Corner #5

    · 1 h 05 min · Explicit

    Stefano provides the latest cartel dynamics impacting Mexico. Note: This episode was recorded prior to the CNN article claiming unilateral CIA assassinations against cartel figures in Mexico

  17. War in Mali w/Casus

    · 1 h 23 min · Explicit

    Matt and Stefano are joined by Casus Belli to break down the latest developments in the rapidly evolving conflict in Mali. Follow Casus: https://x.com/casusbellii

  18. Crisis in Mali

    · 48 min · Explicit

    In this episode, Matt breaks down the JNIM and FLA offensive across Mali and what it means for the broader Sahel region.

  19. Global Intel Episode 7

    · 45 min · Explicit

    In this episode, Matt and Stefano give the latest update on the ceasefire between the United States and Iran, the broader conflict in the Middle East and the elections in Hungary

  20. Iran War Update w/John Larrier

    · 46 min · Explicit

    Editor note, this was recorded on March 30th. Some analysis and context may be changed by the time this is published. John Larrier's X: https://x.com/DefenseBulletin

  21. Iran and the Expanding War w/John Larrier

    · 1 h 13 min · Explicit

    In this episode we are joined by John Larrier who gives us an in depth military analysis on the ongoing war with Iran.

  22. Iran Bombed and Ayatollah Gone

    · 53 min · Explicit

    Matt, Michael and Christian discuss the ramifications of these recent attacks, the spill over events within the region and what is next.

  23. Dragon vs. Democracy: The Taiwan War Game

    · 1 h 17 min · Explicit

    n this episode, we are joined by Ben Lewis, Founder of PLA Tracker, to go over various war game scenarios China might take to militarily seize Taiwan PLA Tracker Website: https://www.platracker.com/ PLA Tracker X:…

  24. Power in Play: Regime Survival in Iran and China

    · 1 h 03 min · Explicit

    In this episode, we analyze the latest geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran and Xi purges across the PLA

  25. From the Arctic to the Levant: The New Geopolitical Map

    · 1 h 00 min · Explicit

    In this episode we discuss the latest developments in Greenland and Syria and the role the US has in both geopolitical crises

  26. New Year and New Crises: Iran and Venezuela

    · 54 min · Explicit

    In this episode, Matt, Stefano, Michael and Mike go over the latest developments in Venezuela and the political uprising in Iran.

  27. Maduro Arrested By US SOF

    · 31 min · Explicit

    We react and analyze the last 18 hours of January 3rd, 2026. The first day of a Venezuela without Maduro. Consider this part one of a multi-part series on the 2026 Venezuelan Coup.

  28. Outplayed: America’s Negotiator in Moscow’s Game

    · 1 h 08 min · Explicit

    More discussions surrounding Witkoff's and Kushner's failing negotiations.

  29. Focus On Energy w/Roger Ford

    · 47 min · Explicit

    Roger Ford, President of Eureka Energy, provides an overview of U.S. and global energy policies under the second Trump administration and outlines the potential opportunities and risks facing the energy sector in the…

  30. Focus on Africa

    · 44 min · Explicit

    In this episode, Matt and Stefano provide an overview on the latest situation impacting the Sahel, Nigeria and Sudan and how instability in Africa continues to impact the global community.

  31. What Yesterday’s Vote Means: Trump’s Next Foreign Policy Moves

    · 39 min · Explicit

    With the Democratic Party emerging victorious in yesterday’s election, this episode explores how key international relationships, trade strategies, defence commitments and global leadership roles may shift with the…

  32. Ukraine, Sudan and Venezuela w/John Jackson

    · 1 h 02 min · Explicit

    We were in the presence of greatness with veteran Ukraine fighter John Jackson. Follow him on X on: https://x.com/hissgoescobra?s=21

  33. Another Round of Tense Discussions Between US-RU-UA

    · 1 h 23 min · Explicit

    Matt, Stefano and Christian discuss the new round of very tense discussions between Russia, The United States as well as Ukraine. What happened, what does it change and what does the future look like?

  34. Global Intel Episode 6

    · 42 min · Explicit

    In this episode, Matt and Stefano give an overview on the latest developments with the Israel/Gaza ceasefire, Russia/Ukraine and possible US military operations in Venezuela.

  35. Precipice: The New Franz Ferdinand?

    · 1 h 03 min · Explicit

    As global tensions simmer, we examine Donald Trump’s increasingly hardline stance on Russia and what it signals for U.S. foreign policy. Could this shift be a warning sign for the transatlantic alliance?

  36. Online Radicalization and Cognitive Warfare

    · 45 min · Explicit

    We are joined by Rosalie of InfoEpi Lab to go over case studies of online radicalization, information and cognitive warfare by state and non-state actors.

  37. Global Intel Episode 5

    · 1 h 09 min · Explicit

    In this episode, Matt and Stefano provide an intelligence update on Israel’s strike in Qatar, Russia’s drone attack against Poland, the Gen Z protests in Nepal and the tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan

  38. Global Intel Episode 4

    · 55 min · Explicit

    Stefano and Matt provide an intelligence update on the latest crisis in the Caribbean, the 2025 SCO summit in China and Israel’s decapitation strike on the Houthis.

  39. US-Venezuela: Crisis in the Caribbean

    · 30 min · Explicit

    Stefano and SA Defense talk about the latest US military deployments in the Caribbean and the possible outcome of this crisis

  40. Failing Talks Between US-RU-UA

    · 58 min · Explicit

    Matt, Stefano and Christian discuss the ongoing diplomatic crisis between Russia and the United States in relation to the Ukrainian peace talks.

  41. RU-US Summit / UA-US-EU Summit Analysis

    · 48 min · Explicit

    Stefano and Christian discuss the predictions of the Trump-Putin Summit that occurred Anchorage Alaska on Friday 8/15/25 as well as the scrambled diplomacy of Monday 8/18/25 were multiple PMs, the heads of the EU and…

  42. Trump-Putin Summit Predictions

    · 50 min · Explicit

    Stefano, Matt and Christian discuss their predictions regarding the bi-lateral summit between The United States and Russia occurring August 15th, 2025.

  43. Thailand-Cambodia Post Conflict Military Analysis

    · 37 min · Explicit

    In this episode, we are joined by John Larrier to give an analysis on the recent Cambodia - Thailand border conflict

  44. Artorias: The Future of Intelligence

    · 1 h 02 min · Explicit

    Stefano, Christian and Shane go over the history and future of Artorias and how Artorias is transforming intelligence for years to come.

  45. Syria Uncertain Future w/Woofers

    · 46 min · Explicit

    In this episode, Stefano and Matt are joined by Woofers to go over the latest crisis impacting Syria and Israel’s military strikes in the country. Check out Woofers on X at @NotWoofers

  46. The Evolution of Drone Warfare Across the Globe w/Joe from NatSecBoogie

    · 50 min · Explicit

    In this episode, Matt and Stefano talks to Joe from @natsecboogie to go over how state and non state actors are utilizing drones in warfare and criminal activities across the world.

  47. United States Turns Inward

    · 56 min · Explicit

    In this episode: Matt, Stefano and Christian discuss how the latest bill is moving the US more inwards and the risks associated with such a move

  48. US Bombs Iran Nuclear Facilities, Now What?

    · 45 min · Explicit

    Matt and Christian (CEO of Artorias) discuss the world following the recent US strikes against Iran and the subsequent fallout that is created.

  49. Global Intel Episode 3

    · 56 min · Explicit

    In this episode, Matt and Stefano go over the latest in Iran-Israel, DRC and Rwanda and the upcoming NATO summit.

  50. Uncontained: Salafist Groups & Surging Violence in the Sahel

    · 48 min · Explicit

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