Communist Strategic and Sociological View - With Jeff Nyquist

The Discourses of Epictetus are a series of informal lectures written down by his pupil Arrian around 108 AD. The philosophy of Epictetus is intensely practical, directing students to focus on their opinions, anxieties, passions, and desires to distinguish what is within their control from what is not. The teachings aim to make people free and happy by living virtuously and 'according to nature. ' The Discourses cover a wide range of topics, including friendship, illness, fear, and poverty, and how to acquire and maintain tranquility. They are set in Epictetus' classroom in Nicopolis and reflect his earnest and often humorous style of teaching.

Viktor Suvorov's Spetsnaz provides an insider's account and analysis of Soviet special operations forces and broader military-intelligence strategies. Drawing on his experience in Soviet military intelligence, Suvorov argues the USSR maintained aggressive doctrines and covert operations aimed at destabilizing adversaries. The book discusses tactics, infiltration, and operational planning, often challenging Western assumptions about Soviet defensive postures. Its accounts influenced debates about Soviet intentions during and after the Cold War and prompted further examination of Soviet-era military literature. The work remains controversial but widely cited in studies of Soviet military policy.

Peter Pry's The Nuclear Balance and Why It Matters examines global nuclear forces, strategic stability, and the consequences of different nuclear postures. The work discusses vulnerabilities such as EMP and argues for preparedness measures to protect critical infrastructure. Pry analyzes historical arms races, deterrence theory, and policy choices that shape national survivability in nuclear crises. The book advocates for reforms to enhance resilience and deter strategic attacks. It has been influential among policymakers and analysts concerned with nuclear strategy and homeland defense.