Hidden Gears: The Inner Workings of the Defense Industry, Part 2

Small World, Big Problems by JHU SAIS Philip Merrill Center for Strategic Studies

Episode notes

In part two of this interview with Richard "Otter" Bew, we dive deep into the challenges currently facing the defense industry. The digital revolution is upending how we approach defense; back in the day, we could plan out development on a ten or fifteen year timeline. But now, game-changing technologies are being released every few months. The militaries that can best capitalize on this revolution will be the most successful in the 21st century. How can the US keep up? And what are the stakes if we don't?

This episode was researched, edited, and produced by Eli George.

Keywords
united statesarmed forcespolicyeconomydefense industrytechnology