Episode 99 of the Irregular Warfare Podcast takes us to the final frontier as we examine irregular warfare in space.
Our guests begin by explaining the importance of the space domain in the private and public spheres. They then give us multiple frameworks for thinking about space by using more familiar, terrestrial-based concepts to enhance our understanding of space competition. Finally, our guests conclude by contemplating how private industries could shape the space domain, and how U.S. policymakers should approach space-based deterrence.
COL El Gardner currently serves as the Director of Space Strategy and Policy at Headquarters US Space Force. In that role, he is responsible for developing Space Force institutional visions, strategies, and campaign plans to support national security objectives. COL Gardner is a doctoral student at Missouri State University where he also teaches a graduate course on Space Policy.
Dr. John Klein, call sign “Patsy,” is a Senior Fellow and Space Strategist with Delta Solutions and Strategies. He also instructs space policy and strategy courses at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctorate levels. In September of 2023, Dr. Klein published “Fight for the Final Frontier: Irregular Warfare in Space,” which serves as the anchor for today’s conversation.
Ben Jebb and Frank Struzinski are the hosts for this episode. Please reach out to Ben and Frank with any questions about this episode or the Irregular Warfare Podcast.
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