Links Mentioned on the MTI Podcast
The Rise of Soldier-Influencers: Army Eyes Policy for Troops with Millions of Online Followers, military.com
Israeli commandos said to nab top Hezbollah naval commander in north Lebanon raid, Times of Israel
Is the American Empire collapsing?, Homeland Security Newswire
The October 7 Attack: An Assessment of the Intelligence Failings, Homeland Security Newswire
HI Attorney General Investigation Into Deadly Lahaina Wildfire Won’t Lead to Criminal Charges, Fire Engineering
NYPD flying additional drones over trains to combat subway surfing after 2 teen deaths in a week, Police1
California Climbing Teacher Arrested on Rape Charges, Outside
GoPro To Slash Workforce by 26% Amid Challenging Year, Powder
Natural Selection Ski Competition Is Set to Transform Freeskiing, Outside
REI Banning Some Members From Return Program, GearJunkie
Can a human overtake a horse in a long-distance race? Here’s the theory., The Manual
Tired? Here’s How to Know if You’re Sleep Deprived., NY Times
Mini Study: Dumbbell Strength Training Maintains to Slightly Increases, 1RM Barbell Strength, Mountain Tactical Institute
Buying Used Is Now The ‘New Normal’ As New Car Prices Rise 21 Percent In Five Years, Jalopnik
Military, National Defense, Foreign Policy
The Rise of Soldier-Influencers: Army Eyes Policy for Troops with Millions of Online Followers, military.com
What Joe Biden’s latest Taiwan arms package says about US cross-strait intentions, S. China Morning Post
No – but yes. Why Brazil is staying open to China’s Belt and Road Initiative without joining it, S. China Morning Post
US-made jam-resistant drones helped Ukrainians cut through Russia EW, Defense One
USAA to hike insurance rates by double-digits for 265,000 homeowners, Popular Military
Republicans Spent Years Slamming ‘Woke’ Military Policies. The Election Could Give Them the Chance to Act., military.com
What we know about North Korea’s ICBM programme, Al Jazeera
Army Investigating Gen. Kurilla, Head of Central Command, over Allegations He Shoved an Airman, military.com
Marine Corps Blames Pilot Error for Crash of Malfunctioning F-35 in South Carolina Forest, military.com
The State—and Fate—of America’s Indo-Pacific Alliances, RAND
Russia’s Imperial Ambitions Are a Clear Threat to NATO, RAND
Can the United Kingdom and France Team Up in the Third Nuclear Age?, RAND
China is closing a South China Sea surveillance gap with a new radar made to spot stealth aircraft, satellite images suggest, Business Insider
Russian forces strike General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Pravda Report
As Russia Advances, U.S. Fears Ukraine Has Entered a Grim Phase, NY Times
Israeli commandos said to nab top Hezbollah naval commander in north Lebanon raid, Times of Israel
US sending destroyers, B-52 bombers to the Middle East, Task & Purpose
China offers visa-free entry to 9 more countries in renewed tourism and diplomatic push, S. China Morning Post
Is the American Empire collapsing?, Homeland Security Newswire
US Flies Long-Range Bomber in Drill With South Korea, Japan in Reaction to the North’s Missile Test, military.com
South Dakota soldier gets OK for long hair, feather to honor Native heritage, Task & Purpose
Is America collapsing like ancient Rome?, Vox
Iran fears Trump win would bring Israeli strikes on nuclear sites, Western sanctions, Times of Israel
SOF Modern Warfare Week 2024 Returns to Fayetteville Area, Soldier Systems
What Iran is capable of now, Morning Defense
The October 7 Attack: An Assessment of the Intelligence Failings, HSN
Niall Ferguson: Israel’s Iran Strike—and America’s Strategic Weakness, The Free Press
Hunting for a job after the military? Here are 8 ways to protect yourself from scams, Task & Purpose
This should be atop the next US president’s reading list, Atlantic Council
Army Advances Human-Machine Integration Tests to Enhance, Fight with Combat Units, SoldierSystems
Which Countries Have Had a Female Leader?, Foreign Policy
Nuclear Devices in Space, Global Security Review
Army Begins Operational Deployment Pay, Soldier Systems
Six out of nine Royal Navy frigates currently operational, UK Defense Journal
In China, Elon Musk’s rising star raises hopes for US engagement, S. China Morning News
Anti-Strategy in Ukraine, RealClearDefense
Breaking News: Trump Elected President Signals Shift in US Military Strategy and Ukraine Aid., World Defense News
What Trump’s Win Means for U.S. Foreign Policy, Foreign Policy
How Eisenhower Reshaped the Joint Chiefs and U.S. Military Strategy, RealClearDefense
First Responder / Law Enforcement / Wildland Fire/ Homeland Security, Wilderness Professional
More Former Cadets Accuse US Coast Guard Academy of Failing to Prevent Campus Sexual Assaults, military.com
The US Coast Guard’s Elite Surfmen, 60 Minutes/YouTube
The 76 Dangerous Days Between the Election and the Inauguration, RAND
Lawmakers ‘Extremely’ Worried About Post-Election Violence, Daily Beast
Mayday: FDNY firefighter falls 40 feet down shaft during 5-alarm blaze, FR1
HI Attorney General Investigation Into Deadly Lahaina Wildfire Won’t Lead to Criminal Charges, Fire Engineering
Dallas City Council debates lowering police hiring standards amid recruitment challenges, APBM
Beer Can DNA Leads Police to Catch Montana Tent Murder Suspect, GearJunkie
US Coast Guard Rescue Father And Sons Clinging To Boat In Hawaii, Wide Open Spaces
NYPD flying additional drones over trains to combat subway surfing after 2 teen deaths in a week, Police1
UPDATE: 3 FIREFIGHTERS RESIGN FOLLOWING FIRETRAINING DEATH (The Secret List), FFCC
Enhanced prediction of extreme fire weather conditions in spring using the Hot-Dry-Windy Index in Alberta, Canada, IJWF
Forefathers of modern MEDEVAC crews flew through hell for their soldiers in Vietnam, Task & Purpose
‘Indestructible’ Medical Apparel, Magnetic Ski Poles, Budget Smartwatch, and More Emerging Gear, GearJunkie
L.A. man wearing GPS ankle monitor is accused of a robbery spree. Officials can’t track him, LEO Affairs
Watch: Off-duty Calif. deputy sprints to rescue child moments before train crashes into SUV, Police1
Ambushed Calif. sergeant pursued, fired shots at suspect after being shot twice in legs, Police1
‘There May Not Be Closure’: Experts Discuss Challenges of Fire Investigations After Four Die, FireFighterNation
2025 Homeland Threat Assessment, Homeland Security Newswire
ICELAND RESCUER KILLED IN TRAINING EXERCISE, FFCC
Chicago firefighter seriously injured in fall from roof, FireRescue1
Colorado Program for Reporting Student Threats Sees Spike in Reports, Homeland Security Newswire
Former Firefighter Sues CA County Over Colleague’s Alleged Homophobic Behavior, Fire Engineering
The Connected Warrior (Tough Plus Love), FireFighterNation
2 LAPD officers injured in crash with suspected DUI driver that caused cruiser to roll over, Police1
Fla. sheriff says deputies followed protocol during arrests at Florida-Georgia game, Police1
Mountain / Outside
Deer Hunter is Killed In Apparant Bear Attack in Alaska, NY Times
Powder Ski Comparisons: Old vs New vs What Should Be Next? (Ep.320), Blister
Weekend Whipper: Sport Climber Rips Off Big Block, Nearly Decks, Climbing
The Biggest Bug To Ever Crawl The Earth Was A Thing Of My Nightmares, Wide Open Spaces
California Climbing Teacher Arrested on Rape Charges, Outside
Surfer Survives Second Shark Attack on Same Florida Beach, Men’s Journal
‘Inner Boots’ vs. Liners in Ski Boots | ZipFit 2025 Lineup Video, Blister
Laura Rogora Sends Classic 5.14d in Only Three Tries, Gripped
A Beautifully Deep Winter In The Montana Backcountry, Unofficial Networks
YouTuber Graham Dingo Dinkelman, South Africa’s Steve Irwin, Dies After Snake Bite, Wide Open Spaces
Interview: Will Bosi Still Isn’t Sure What V17 Means, Climbing
Summiting 11 Peaks In The Bernese Alps In Just 37 Hours, Unofficial Networks
New Jersey Hunter Faces Backlash After Harvesting 770-Pound Bear, Meateater
GoPro To Slash Workforce by 26% Amid Challenging Year, Powder
Natural Selection Ski Competition Is Set to Transform Freeskiing, Outside
New York Advised Not To Consume Venison Due To Zombie Deer Disease In State, Wide Open Spaces
This is The Gear My Family Used In the Wake of a Natural Disaster, Outside
Don’t Immediately Try To Fight A Mountain Lion If You Come Across One. Do These Things Instead, Wide Open Spaces
This Black & White Snowboard Film Will Make You Wish You Were Headed To Japan This Winter, Unofficial Networks
Americans Receive 2024 Piolet d’Or Award, Gripped
Researchers Weigh in on the Physical and Mental Effects of Backyard Ultras, Outside
Washington Man Gets 4 Years in Federal Prison for Eagle Hunting, Meateater
Machine Learning is Revolutionizing Weather Forecasting – Here’s What That Means for Your Ski Season, Snowbrains
Montana Camper Tragically Killed By The Man He Invited In For A Beer, Wide Open Spaces
2-Ski Quivers: Reviewers’ Selections (24/25), Blister
Climbing 58 14ers in 14 Days with Dan Hobbs, REI
Surfer Struggles To Make It To Shore After Shark Bites Off His Leg In Horrific Incident Wide Open Spaces
They’re Skiing in Alta, UT, Unofficial Networks
SITKA Gear Launches Durable Alpha Fleece Collection for Ultimate Performance in Rugged Conditions, Hunting Life
Which U.S. State Is Really The Most Mountainous?, Unofficial Networks
Hometown Mountain Shoutout: Sundance Mountain Resort, UT—The Hidden Hometown Mountain of the Wasatch, SnowBrains
REI Banning Some Members From Return Program, GearJunkie
Professional Snowboarder Rethinks Binding Design After 4 Knee Surgeries, Unnofficial Networks
Hiring freeze puts avalanche forecasters in a bind, Backcountry Magazine
Alpinist Dies in Partner’s Arms After Fall, Gripped
Megan Eckert Ran 362 Miles to Set a New Record for Backyard Ultras, Outside
Bruce Springsteen Said He Follows the OMAD Diet. What Is It?, NY Times
The Ultimate Rower Workout for Strength and Conditioning, M&F
Can a human overtake a horse in a long-distance race? Here’s the theory., The Manual
These Underwater Headphones Actually … Work?, Wirecutter
StairMaster vs Treadmill: Which Is Better for Weight Loss?, Men’s Journal
The Best Butter, Wirecutter
FIVE SLEEP GUMMIES, Bless this Stuff
Ozempic and Wegovy Ease Knee Osteoarthritis Pain in Large Study, NY Times
Will Anti-obesity Drugs Work Economic Wonders?, Real Clear Health
The 30 Best Tech Gifts for Improved Health, Fitness, and Wellness, Men’s Health
What ‘Make America Healthy Again’ Gets Right and Wrong About Our Health, Men’s Health
That Lingering ‘Meh’ Feeling Has a Name, NY Times
New Covid Tests Are Here. They Test for Flu, Too., NY Times
Tired? Here’s How to Know if You’re Sleep Deprived., NY Times
Power up your breakfast: 30 grams of protein to fuel your day, The Manual
I’ve Tried Hundreds of Whiskeys. This Tennessee Bourbon Is the Smoothest I’ve Ever Tasted, Men’s Journal
This is Your Body on Sugar, NY Times
Creatine loading explained: Benefits, dosage, and results, The Manual
Mini Study: Dumbbell Strength Training Maintains to Slightly Increases, 1RM Barbell Strength, Mountain Tactical Institute
Interesting
Adventure Motorcycles Aren’t Great…Or Are They? In This Week’s Beyond Cars Roundup, Jalopnik
Can you bring food through TSA? Here’s the full breakdown, The Manual
Meet the trainees paying $136,000 to become the next generation of airline pilots, Business Insider
Wendy’s is closing another 140 ‘outdated’ stores as it looks to build out new higher-tech locations, Business Insider
Toyota’s Turbocharged AWD GR86 Rally Legacy Concept Is (Almost) Exactly The Sports Car I Want To Own, Jalopnik
Buying Used Is Now The ‘New Normal’ As New Car Prices Rise 21 Percent In Five Years, Jalopnik