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Now more than ever is the time to discuss America's Place in the World. Join retired four star United States Marine Corps General and former U.S. special envoy to Israel and the Palestinian Authority Tony Zinni and host, Adam P. Kennedy. We take a hard look at some of the most pressing past and present questions facing America and the world. The series will present a unique non-political view on these global issues.

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Now more than ever is the time to discuss America's Place in the World. Join retired four star United States Marine Corps General and former U.S. special envoy to Israel and the Palestinian Authority Tony Zinni and host, Adam P. Kennedy. We take a hard look at some of the most pressing past and present questions facing America and the world. The series will present a unique non-political view on these global issues.

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English

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757 849-9669

Episodes

Racial Injustice

6/11/2020
"We can't just pay lip service to all this. There has to be institutional change and action." In conclusion of season one, we address racism, policing & protesting, the death of George Floyd, and the Constitution... this is 'Racial Injustice.' To learn more, join US on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GeneralZinniAPW/

Duration:00:22:52

The Middle East, Part 4

6/4/2020
"I've seen societies that... just like that, it broke. They just turned into mobs, chaos and anarchy. It's a lot more difficult for US but don't underestimate the ability to do that." Saving the best for last, we discuss the United Arab Emirates, Afghanistan, and the Tree of Life... this is 'The Middle East, Part IV.' Join US on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GeneralZinniAPW/

Duration:00:36:55

The Middle East, Part 3

5/28/2020
"Machiavelli once said, never do your enemies small harms... if he's your enemy, go kick him in the ass." Saudi Arabia's first among equals, Yemen's a basket case, the jebels of Oman, Qatar the red-headed stepchild and Kuwait a country we can count on... this is 'The Middle East, Part III.' Join US on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GeneralZinniAPW/

Duration:00:30:34

The Middle East, Part 2

5/21/2020
"A dream or an achievable vision?" Jordan's never been a real country, Egypt's a mess, and corruption in Iraq... this is 'The Middle East, Part II.' Join US on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GeneralZinniAPW/

Duration:00:26:58

The Middle East, Part 1

5/14/2020
"There's no way you can avoid this part of the world... when turmoil and instability are created there, it doesn't stay there." Talking the Middle East from a historical perspective... this is 'Part I - Iran.' Join US on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GeneralZinniAPW/

Duration:00:32:16

Education

5/7/2020
"The only way to get equality is to make sure there's equality in opportunity... equality in education." Where you get it doesn't mean as much as getting it... this is 'Education.' Join US on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GeneralZinniAPW/

Duration:00:27:01

Role of the Military

4/30/2020
"The better angels in human nature seem to be coming out." You can be proud of the way Americans have responded to this calamity. Discussing crisis in the world and the coronavirus... this is the 'Role of the Military.' For more information, join US on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GeneralZinniAPW/

Duration:00:29:42

Race, Religion & Fake News

4/23/2020
"I can find something to justify all my beliefs, even though maybe half of them are wrong. I'll find something out there." Picking up where we left off, we discuss the American Experience. Covering a wide-range of topics from Jesus and Muhammad as strategic thinkers, news that comes in flavors, to the biggest flaw in our existence... this is 'Race, Religion & Fake News.' For more information, follow US on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GeneralZinniAPW/

Duration:00:24:03

Race in America

4/16/2020
"I can't believe we've taken so many steps backward." How do you think the President sees himself in terms of race?... Was Obama really the First Black President?... Why has there been such a backlash towards Jews?... Divisive Words. No Holds Barred... this is 'Race in America.' For more information, follow US on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GeneralZinniAPW/

Duration:00:25:15

Diplomacy

4/9/2020
"I told Madeleine Albright one time, the first thing we got to do is get our geography aligned." The State Department, Generals, and the most strategic time in American History... this is 'Diplomacy.' For more information, join US on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GeneralZinniAPW/

Duration:00:28:56

Around the World, Part 2

4/2/2020
"They were horrified because I actually talked about war." From Mexico to Canada, a Narco-state to Hockey... this is 'Around the World, Part II.' For more information, follow US on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GeneralZinniAPW/

Duration:00:20:58

Around the World, Part 1

3/26/2020
"We missed a golden opportunity to embrace the Russian people." From Putin, to Israel, Africa, and the Indo-Pacific... this is Part I. For more information, follow US on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GeneralZinniAPW/

Duration:00:36:16

Strategic Thinking, Part 3

3/19/2020
Strategic Thinking and the lack there of... who had it and who did not?... the final part of our conversation. For more information, join US on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GeneralZinniAPW/

Duration:00:55:28

Strategic Thinking, Part 3

3/19/2020
Join Adam P. Kennedy and General Zinni while they discuss the role and different aspects of strategic thinking from leadership in the Korean war, Vietnam, the Gulf War & the presidency. What is strategic thinking? Who had it and who did not? If you enjoyed this podcast please like, subscribe or review. General Zinni Quotes: "What Eisenhower didn’t like was piecemeal commitment you can’t get a little pregnant." "McNamara saw warfare as a battle of technology and statistical...

Duration:00:55:28

Strategic Thinking, Part 2

3/19/2020
Did any of our Founding Fathers envision the frontier and America's destiny? Know the story of Arnold vs. Jefferson?... this is Part II. For more information, join US on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GeneralZinniAPW/

Duration:00:39:51

Strategic Thinking, Part I

3/12/2020
What is Strategic Thinking?... we discuss its role and different aspects throughout time. For more information, join US on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GeneralZinniAPW/

Duration:00:47:08

Why We Fight, Part 4

3/5/2020
What makes a great leader? Sometimes it's not the innate leadership ability, it's the event. The conclusion of our four-part premiere. For more information, join US on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GeneralZinniAPW/

Duration:00:35:45

Why We Fight, Part 3

2/27/2020
Generals talk about logistics, Colonels talk about tactics... this is Part III. For more information, follow US on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GeneralZinniAPW/

Duration:00:30:38

Why We Fight, Part 2

2/27/2020
How does one come to instill fear in everyone around them?... Part II of our conversation. For more information, follow US on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GeneralZinniAPW/

Duration:00:23:32

Why We Fight, Part 3

2/27/2020
Generals talk about logistics, Colonels talk about tactics... this is Part III. For more information, follow US on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GeneralZinniAPW/

Duration:00:30:38

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