This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cdrsalamander.substack.comSummaryIn this episode, Sal discusses various pressing global issues, including the evolving role of Saudi Arabia, the ongoing drug cartel crisis in the Americas, and the ethical responsibilities of military personnel in politics. He also addresses the challenges within the military-industrial complex, a recent surge in aircraft mishaps, and the importa…
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Episode 28: 05NOV2025
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cdrsalamander.substack.comSummaryIn this episode, the host reflects on personal experiences growing up in Florida’s East Coast during the Space Age, discusses the current state of naval ships, and addresses geopolitical concerns in Venezuela and Nigeria. The conversation also touches on the situation in Sudan and the rise of South Korea in military production, concluding with re…
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Episode 27: 08OCT25
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cdrsalamander.substack.comShow Links* Ian Ellis’s outline of Caribbean U.S. Navy deployment* The Melting Point: High Command and War in the 21st Century, by Kenneth F. McKenzieSummaryIn this conversation, Sal discusses various geopolitical issues, including a potential peace deal in Israel and Gaza, the implications of Iran’s weakened position, reflections on General McKenzie’s book…
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Episode 26: 24SEP25
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cdrsalamander.substack.comShow Links* Trump says he now thinks Ukraine can win back all territory taken by Russia* Operation Granby and stockpilesSummaryIn this episode, the host discusses various pressing national security issues, including the implications of air-launched cruise missiles, the ongoing Gaza conflict, and the historical context of political violence. The conversation…
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Episode 25: 20AUG2025
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cdrsalamander.substack.comShow Links* Gaza COA Decision Brief, 11 October, 2023* We're Burning Another Amphib: this time the USS New Orleans (LPD 18)* The Melting Point: High Command and War in the 21st Century,by Kenneth F. McKenzie * Longstreet: The Confederate General Who Defied the South Hardcover, by Elizabeth Varon (Author)SummaryIn this episode, Sal discusses various pressing top…
Sal's hotwash podcast for paid subscribers only (in the future). Mostly Navy, natsec, or other related issues. A less formal companion, maybe, of the Midrats podcast you can find on iTunes. Sound quality might be iffy, so don't be grumpy.
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