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As conflict erupts in the Middle East once again, the region is engulfed in a "fires war." The recent death of Hezbollah leader Hasan Nasrallah and Israel's military operations in southern Lebanon have sparked intense retaliatory strikes from Hezbollah and Iran.

Join GNSI Executive Director and retired U.S. Marine Corps General Frank McKenzie, a former commander of U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM), as he provides a deep dive into the current crisis. In this special episode of “What’s Really Happening?”, General McKenzie shares his expert analysis and discusses the troubling outlook for a swift resolution to the ongoing conflict.

🎧 Tune in now to understand the complexities of the situation and what it means for global security. Don’t miss this critical conversation!

Links from the episode:
• Register Here for "Rethinking Afghanistan: Strategic Competition in the Heart of Asia"

• Video version of "What's Really Happening?"

At the Boundary from the Global and National Security Institute at the University of South Florida, features global and national security issues we’ve found to be insightful, intriguing, fascinating, maybe controversial, but overall just worth talking about.

A "boundary" is a place, either literal or figurative, where two forces exist in close proximity to each other. Sometimes that boundary is in a state of harmony. More often than not, that boundary has a bit of chaos baked in. The Global and National Security Institute will live on the boundary of security policy and technology and that's where this podcast will focus.

The mission of GNSI is to provide actionable solutions to 21st-century security challenges for decision-makers at the local, state, national and global levels. We hope you enjoy At the Boundary.

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In this week’s episode of "ATB," host Dr. Dave Oakley sits down with Dr. Randy Larsen, the Associate Dean for Research at the College of Arts and Sciences. Together, they delve into groundbreaking projects reshaping our understanding of national security and human dynamics: BICI and SAIL.

SAIL aims to establish a comprehensive hub for the USF National Security and Human Dynamics Network, enhancing research, education, and workforce development across the nation. Meanwhile, BICI is a collaborative effort between USF and United States Central Command to quantify how nations influence each other within the Great Power Competition framework.

Join us as we explore the complexities of international relations and the implications of power dynamics in today’s geopolitical landscape. Tune in to gain insights that could shape future policy and technology discussions!

At the Boundary from the Global and National Security Institute at the University of South Florida, features global and national security issues we’ve found to be insightful, intriguing, fascinating, maybe controversial, but overall just worth talking about.

A "boundary" is a place, either literal or figurative, where two forces exist in close proximity to each other. Sometimes that boundary is in a state of harmony. More often than not, that boundary has a bit of chaos baked in. The Global and National Security Institute will live on the boundary of security policy and technology and that's where this podcast will focus.

The mission of GNSI is to provide actionable solutions to 21st-century security challenges for decision-makers at the local, state, national and global levels. We hope you enjoy At the Boundary.

Look for our other publications and products on our website publications page.

Text the ATB Team! We'd love to hear from you!

Discover the Future Strategist Program! In this week’s episode of “At the Boundary,” join guests Dr. Jeff Rogg and Ashley Parow as they dive into GNSI’s exciting new initiative aimed at USF students pursuing careers in national security. Hear from Ashley, a third-year honors student, about how the Future Strategist Program has transformed her career path. Don’t miss this insightful discussion—tune in now!

Links From the Episode:
• Tampa Summit 4 Registration

• JSS Call for Papers

At the Boundary from the Global and National Security Institute at the University of South Florida, features global and national security issues we’ve found to be insightful, intriguing, fascinating, maybe controversial, but overall just worth talking about.

A "boundary" is a place, either literal or figurative, where two forces exist in close proximity to each other. Sometimes that boundary is in a state of harmony. More often than not, that boundary has a bit of chaos baked in. The Global and National Security Institute will live on the boundary of security policy and technology and that's where this podcast will focus.

The mission of GNSI is to provide actionable solutions to 21st-century security challenges for decision-makers at the local, state, national and global levels. We hope you enjoy At the Boundary.

Look for our other publications and products on our website publications page.