Phillips O'Brien
Historian and Professor of Strategic Studies at the University of St Andrews, providing analysis on security, strategy, and the Iran conflict during the episode.
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Jun 30, 2020 • 31min
162. Where the War was Won - Part 1
Historian Phillips O'Brien challenges the notion that land battles determined WW2's outcome. Air and sea power, strategic decisions, and overlooked aspects of the war are discussed, revealing surprising insights and debunking traditional beliefs.
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Jul 2, 2020 • 31min
163. Where the War was Won - Part 2
Historian Phillips O'Brien discusses Admiral William Leahy's views on atomic bombs in Japan with Al Murray and James Holland. They explore ethical dilemmas, Leahy's role in WWII, and debunk biases about German superiority. The conversation challenges historical narratives and sparks controversy.
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Mar 26, 2026 • 46min
“There’s No National Interest With Trump, Just Personal”
Phillips O'Brien, historian and Professor of Strategic Studies at the University of St Andrews, discusses U.S. strategy and the Iran conflict. He examines how personalized power shapes policy. Conversation covers threats to infrastructure, feasibility of island seizures, corruption entwined with diplomacy, and strains on military morale and democratic guardrails.
