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ALL EPISODES


The Red Line
Jan 207 min read
Rubles over Reverence: The Evolution of Russian Recruitment Messaging
With Russia becoming increasingly desperate for recruits, the Kremlin is being forced to adapt its strategy and messaging.


The Red Line
Nov 17, 20241 min read
A Step-by-Step Guide for Carrying Out Coups - (Patreon Exclusive)
Outlining the narrow set of keys that seperate the successful coups, from the one that end with everyone in prison.


The Red Line
Oct 24, 20245 min read
Episode 126. Armenia's Changing Relationship with Russia
With Karabakh now under Azerbaijani control and Russia distracted, Armenia is being forced to seek security elsewhere.


The Red Line
Oct 13, 20244 min read
The Armed Forces of Central Asia: Chapter VI - Tajikistan (Report)
Chapter IV of The Oxus Society's comprehensie study into the Armed Forces of the Central Asia, focusing on Tajikistan.


The Red Line
Sep 17, 20246 min read
Episode 125. The Economics of Conscription
What are the true economic advantages and drawbacks of conscription, can it serve as an effective deterrent in modern conflicts?


The Red Line
Jul 25, 20241 min read
Wargaming: A Second Russo-Georgian War - (Patreon Exclusive)
Examining the likely outcome of a Second Russo-Georgia War, and the lessons learned from 2008.


The Red Line
May 31, 20241 min read
The Siloviki: Putin's Inner Circle - (Patreon Exclusive)
Profiling the handful of people surrounding Putin, and how they shape the future direction of Russia.


The Red Line
May 18, 20246 min read
Tajikistan and Regional Command Structures - The Armed Forces of Central Asia
Explore Central Asia's military dynamics, starting with an in-depth look at Tajikistan's defense landscape.


The Red Line
May 4, 20245 min read
Episode 120. The Forced Friendship: Russia's Uneasy Alliance with China
As sanctions continue to hurt the Russian economy, China seeks to convert Russia's troubles into strategic leverage here in East Asia.


The Red Line
Apr 17, 20241 min read
Mapping Russia's Offensive Capabilities (2024) - (Patreon Exclusive)
Analysing the Russian Invasion Plans for the Baltics and Finland: Unpacking How Ukraine Has Impacted the Russian Armed Forces


The Red Line
Mar 26, 20245 min read
Episode 117. Equipping Your Insurgency: A Guide to the Small Arms Market
How does the covert small arms trade escalate global security threats, and how is Ukraine changing the global markets?"


The Red Line
Feb 25, 20241 min read
Analysing the USSR's Invasion Plans for Europe - (Patreon Exclusive)
Analysing the Soviet's Invasion Plans for Europe in 1979. Would the Soviets really be able to reach the Rhine in 7 days?

The Red Line
Feb 23, 20245 min read
Episode 115. The Future of Nuclear Warfare
The world stands on the brink of a new era in nuclear warfare, attention now shifts to the United States' ambitious modernisation program.


The Red Line
Jan 10, 20244 min read
Episode 112. Russia's Six Fleets: A Sinking Superpower
Russia's Navy, with six fleets, faces resource strains amid Ukraine conflict, raising questions on future adaptations


The Red Line
Dec 21, 20231 min read
Crashcourse: The Uzbek Armed Forces (Patreon Workshop)
Analysing the history, modernisation and strategic capabilities of the Uzbek Armed Forces.


The Red Line
Nov 14, 20236 min read
Episode 108. Extrajudicial Killings and Targeted Assassinations
he unsettling trend of Extrajudicial Killings is on the rise. With multiple countries now using it to directly dissidents abroad.


The Red Line
Oct 17, 20234 min read
Episode 106. Wargaming: Moldova vs Transnistria
Wargaming out how the War in Ukraine has altered the defence dynamics within Moldova and Transnistria.


Scott Mistler-Ferguson
Oct 14, 202314 min read
Ransomware: From Code to Crisis
Ransomware attacks surged in 2021, prompting U.S. action and raising national security concerns; experts discuss causes and tech enablers.


The Red Line
Sep 5, 20231 min read
OSINT Verification Workshop PATREON EXCLUSIVE
Patreon Bonus Material.
OSINT Verification Crashcourse


The Red Line
Sep 5, 20231 min read
BRICS Expansion: What it means for Global Geopolitics? - Live Panel
The augmentation of BRICS, with the inclusion of Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, and Argentina, marks a significant division.


The Red Line
Jun 26, 20233 min read
Episode 98. The Geopolitics of Estonia
While Estonia celebrates its economic successes, cultural issues are bubbling just under the surface, setting the stage for tough decisions.


Nate Ostiller
Jun 23, 20237 min read
Russians Go Home: An Unwelcome Parallel Society in Georgia
Millions of Russians have relocated into neighbouring countries, including Georgia, where attitudes towards these new arrivals varies.


The Red Line
May 29, 20235 min read
Episode 96. Democracy in Central Asia
Central Asia stands at a pivotal crossroads, with the next few months likely to set the course for the region going forward.


Nate Ostiller
May 11, 20237 min read
What is the future of WWII Commemoration in Ukraine?
May 9 marked Victory Day in Russia and Ukraine. That might change soon, with Ukraine to consider changing the date to align with Europe.
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