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Arctic Connections Video Podcast

Arctic Connections Video Podcast

Written by: Ted Stevens Center for Arctic Security Studies
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 Arctic Connections is a thought-provoking podcast exploring the critical intersection of security, economic development, and diplomacy in the Arctic. Each episode features expert guests who provide in-depth analysis on emerging geopolitical trends, Arctic security considerations, military strategy, and sustainable investments shaping the region.DVIDSHub.net Political Science Politics & Government
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  • Arctic Connections | Episode 9 - Arctic Perspectives from Global Strike Command

    Arctic Connections | Episode 9 - Arctic Perspectives from Global Strike Command
    Feb 5 2026
    Episode 9 of Arctic Connections explores the role of the U.S. Arctic in our ability to deter competitors around the globe featuring Gen. Thomas A. Bussiere, commander, Air Force Global Strike Command and commander, Air Forces Strategic - Air, U.S. Strategic Command, with host, Matt Hickey. Hickey and Bussiere discuss Global Strike Command’s ongoing modernization efforts including NC3 architecture, bomber fleet, and ICBM evolution, as well as potential lessons learned for Arctic innovation. Finally, the show concludes with a discussion on the strategic access, placement, and location of Alaska as both Arctic and Pacific. Originally recorded Jan. 15, 2025, this episode exams these topics and more.
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    47 mins
  • Arctic Connections | Episode 6 - Assessing the US Arctic from an Ally’s perspective

    Arctic Connections | Episode 6 - Assessing the US Arctic from an Ally’s perspective
    Feb 5 2026
    Episode 6 of Arctic Connections provides an allied perspective on the U.S. strategic approach to the Arctic from Dr. Paal Hilde, Professor at the Norwegian Institute of Defence Studies, with host, Matt Hickey. Hickey and Hilde discuss strategic competition in the Arctic, examining U.S. and Chinese interests. They also examine the role of Greenland in the Arctic. Finally, our guests provide a normative discussion on what this says about the Arctic as a region in the context of broader geopolitical affairs. (This episode was originally recorded on Jan. 21, 2025.)
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    46 mins
  • Arctic Connections | Episode 4 - Investments, Geopolitics, and America’s Arctic Presence

    Arctic Connections | Episode 4 - Investments, Geopolitics, and America’s Arctic Presence
    Feb 5 2026
    Arctic Connections | Episode 4, Investments, Geopolitics, and America’s Arctic Presence, featuring Mead Treadwell and host Matthew Hickey. Originally recorded in November 2024, this episode, examines Arctic economic develop as a national security imperative. Our guests explore the nexus between sustainable Arctic investment and our ability to defend the North American homeland. The episode includes expert analysis on dual use infrastructure, Arctic innovation, and emerging geopolitical trends in the region.
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    36 mins
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