195 - News in Review September 2026

Nuclear testing, Russian strategic messaging, North Korea, China, and the race for technological advantage are all shaping an increasingly complex security environment.

Jim and Curtis unpack what these developments mean for deterrence, national security, and future U.S. strategy. From the growing strategic importance of Russia-North Korea ties to the role of science, technology, and workforce development, this episode connects the month’s headlines to the larger challenges facing policymakers and national security leaders.

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