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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Insight on the art of scaling up missile production | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 8.25.26
A panel of military and defense industry experts weigh the options for increasing U.S. missile production. Plus, military headlines from around the globe.
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DARPA explores novel designs for high-payload drones | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 8.18.26
Looking to develop lightweight drones that can carry four times their own weight in cargo, DARPA offers millions in the “Lift Challenge.” Find out who won.
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The cost of new battleships in a Golden Fleet | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 8.11.26
New estimates reveal an increased cost for a potential new class of ships for the Navy. Plus, military spouses head up quality of life improvement efforts.
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Navy Reserve retention bonuses on the rise | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 8.7.26
The Navy ups the ante for recruiting and retaining Reserve sailors, and a service medal is revived by the Pentagon. Plus, a tour of a military museum.
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Are changes coming to veterans’ benefits? | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 7.21.26
A leader at the center of Congress’ efforts to revamp some veterans’ benefits weighs in on the changes. Plus, testosterone tests for troops.
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New fitness standard takes hold across the Army | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 7.14.26
The Army implements the new waist-to-height ratio system amid a Pentagon push for revamped standards. Plus, new tech on the scene at Eurosatory 2026.
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Navy explores beard options, and military mammals at work | Defense News Weekly Full Episode, 3.9.24
Could the Navy allow more sailors to wear beards for religious and other purposes? Plus, a look at the Navy’s marine mammal program, and a B-52 tire shop.
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The future of the B-52 and a look at Navy boxing | Defense News Weekly Full Episode, 3.2.24
Go inside one of America’s oldest and most storied bombers, and get behind the scenes at a Navy boxing event. Plus: the latest firearms at SHOT Show.
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Military issues on Capitol Hill, and Black Sea updates | Defense News Weekly Full Episode, 2.24.24
Congress tackles troops’ pay and housing issues, and analysis of news coming out of the Black Sea region. Plus, a ride-along on a B-52 bomber
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Fast-tracking family separation pay? | Defense News Weekly full episode for 2.10.2023
In this episode of Defense News Weekly, we talk national security with a congressman, explore paganism and check out Staccato’s new C-series pistol.
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Billions in fighter sales to foreign nations | Defense News Weekly Full Episode, 2.3.24
The U.S. approves tens of billions of dollars worth of fighters to two countries, and are carbon fiber suppressors the future? Plus: more on AI ‘killer robots.’
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Climbing, racing and more new options for veteran support | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 1.5.24
Could climbing help veterans find new paths to healing and support? What about car racing? Groups offer ways service members to find alternative healing methods
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A plea for Ukrainian aid and dental help for vets | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 12.16.23
The state of U.S. military aid to Ukraine, dental health access for veterans and a top defense exec on the future of jets used for intelligence gathering.
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U.S. shares lessons from Iraq War with Israel | Defense News Weekly Full Episode, 11.4.23
American military leaders give advice on urban combat to Israeli forces as the fighting in Gaza intensifies. Plus, NATO plans for trench warfare.
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Gears of war: Army updates logistics and acquisitions | Defense News Weekly Full Episode, 10.21.23
Arming and sustaining troops on battlefields spanning vast regions is on the Army’s mind. Plus, updated nono-drones and new electric fighting vehicles.
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Midway carriers explored and drug testing for SEALs | Defense News Weekly Full Episode, 10.7.23
American and Japanese aircraft carriers from WWII are explored, and the Navy SEALs will start testing for steroids. Plus, the latest on defense manufacturing.
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A stealthy SOCOM submersible and more new defense tech | Defense News Weekly Full Episode, 9.23.23
A new special forces sub, better imaging for tanks and a cardboard drone – we checked the best of DSEI 2023. Plus, military and defense headlines and NATO MREs.
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Vital VA deadline and the latest aviation tech | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 9.16.23
Veterans don’t want to miss out on their benefits as a VA deadline looms. Plus, we bring you the latest from the DSEI and AFA trade shows.