This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cdrsalamander.substack.comShow Links* Ian Ellis’s outline of Caribbean U.S. Navy deployment* The Melting Point: High Command and War in the 21st Century, by Kenneth F. McKenzieSummaryIn this conversation, Sal discusses various geopolitical issues, including a potential peace deal in Israel and Gaza, the implications of Iran’s weakened position, reflections on General McKenzie’s book…
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Episode 26: 24SEP25
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cdrsalamander.substack.comShow Links* Trump says he now thinks Ukraine can win back all territory taken by Russia* Operation Granby and stockpilesSummaryIn this episode, the host discusses various pressing national security issues, including the implications of air-launched cruise missiles, the ongoing Gaza conflict, and the historical context of political violence. The conversation…
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Episode 25: 20AUG2025
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cdrsalamander.substack.comShow Links* Gaza COA Decision Brief, 11 October, 2023* We're Burning Another Amphib: this time the USS New Orleans (LPD 18)* The Melting Point: High Command and War in the 21st Century,by Kenneth F. McKenzie * Longstreet: The Confederate General Who Defied the South Hardcover, by Elizabeth Varon (Author)SummaryIn this episode, Sal discusses various pressing top…
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Episode 24: 23JUL2025
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cdrsalamander.substack.comShow Links* Reforming the promotion system in DOD* Australian Missile Canister Loading Equipment (MCLE)* USNS Oscar V. Peterson (T‑AO 206)SummaryIn this episode of the Commander Salamander UNCLAS Read Board Podcast, the host discusses various topics related to national security, military developments, and the challenges faced by the Navy. Key themes include t…
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Episode 23: 09JUL2025
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cdrsalamander.substack.comShow Links* Coast Guard Petty Officer Scott Ruskan* Modern Chinese Maritime Forces, 01JUL2025 Edition.* Frontline states say “bye” to the Ottawa Convention on Mines.* King's Navy: Fleet Admiral Ernest J. King and the Rise of American Sea Power, 1897–1947* Heritage DataViz on US Fleet promises v. PLAN Execution* MK-58 torpedoSummaryIn this episode, the host discusse…
Sal's hotwash podcast for paid subscribers only (in the future). Mostly Navy, natsec, or other related issues. A less formal companion, maybe, of the Midrats podcast you can find on iTunes. Sound quality might be iffy, so don't be grumpy.
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