Defense News Weekly Episodes
Find full episodes of the only television show focusing on the business of defense and the issues affecting the lives of men and women in the U.S. military.
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Better weapons, new berets and personal comfort | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 10.13.2
From urine collection systems to updated weaponry and even a new beret for EOD airmen, a bevy of updates could be headed for troops across the military.
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Ukraine’s ‘Army of Robots’ idea presents fearsome future | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 10.6.26
A former Ukrainian defense official launches a futuristic robotic army initiative. Plus — a retired Green Beret turns to mine clearing as a new mission.
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Troops develop AI-driven drone defense weapons | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 9.29.26
Looking to empower junior troops to design drone defense, the Air Force Research Laboratory fosters new systems. Plus, new lifesaving battlefield tech.
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Looking into the future of the Air Force | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 9.22.26
At a major annual conference outside Washington, D.C., the Air and Space Forces contemplate how to fight and defend in a world of drones and AI weapons.
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Recruiting workers for the defense industrial base | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 9.15.26
To build and manufacture the armaments needed for a modern military requires a specialized workforce. Can the U.S. recruit enough talent?
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Marines to add thousands to ranks in coming years | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 9.8.26
The Marine Corps seeks to swell its ranks in the next five years. Plus, the Army museum remembers Sept. 11 and those who responded.
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Hardening NATO troops and nail-biting Coast Guard Rescues | Defense News Weekly Full Show 6.3.23
Go deep inside an OPFOR recon mission and ride along with the Coast Guard as they rescue boaters (and a dog). Plus, get the skinny on Army radios.
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Army resurrects a slogan, and new drone defense tactics | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 03.11.23
Amid a recruitment push, the Army reaches back to the 80s to draw in new recruits. Plus, the Pentagon’s drone defense plan, and a look at arctic training.
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Counter-drone chief speaks, and Navy boxing highlights | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 03.4.2023
How is the U.S. planning to defend against the type of drone warfare seen in Ukraine? Plus, the Marines rearrange sniper squads, and Navy boxing highlights.
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State of F-35 deliveries & hot topics on The Hill | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 02.23.2023
Defense News Weekly sits down with Rep. Rob Wittman to hear about F-35 deliveries and we track the progress of marijuana and abortion issues on Capitol Hill.
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Fighting on Ice and taking the Hill | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 2.18.2023
The Guard trains in the snow. Plus, we hear more about vet issues in Congress. Also: will China attack Taiwan? We get an insider’s perspective.
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How artillery shells are made and VA oversight | Full Show 2.11.2023
See how artillery rounds are made and how they may end up in the fight in Ukraine. Plus, we talk to the new chairman of the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee.
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New disabled veterans priorities, and how MREs are made | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 1.28.23
A top official for Disabled American Veterans talks about major efforts in 2023, plus women vets compete in wheelchair fencing and a look at how MREs are made.
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New VA services and the DOD personnel chief weighs in | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 1.21.23
Learn about expanded VA mental health services, who gets the latest housing allowance increase and get details about the repeal of the vaccine mandate.
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The biggest stories of 2023 | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 1.7.23
The Military Times and Defense News teams break down the top stories they’ll be watching in 2023.
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Dan Bullock: The youngest American killed in the Vietnam War
Pfc. Dan Bullock died at age 15 in 1969 and efforts to recognize the young African-American Marine are highlighted in this Military Times documentary.
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Meet the 2022 Service Members of the Year
Heroism, courage and poise run through these stories of dedication and commitment. These are the 2022 Military Times Service Members of the Year.
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How did these ships avoid a collision? | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 12.17.2022
In this episode of Defense News Weekly: Navy ships avoid a collision, the Air Force has two major firsts and how future bases will be smarter.