Jacob Ware

Jacob Ware

Jacob Ware is a distinguished expert in contemporary extremist movements and domestic terrorism, currently serving as a Research Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations. His work focuses on the critical intersection of far-right extremism, digital radicalisation, and national security, providing crucial insights into emerging threats to democratic institutions. As an Adjunct Professor at Georgetown…

bruce hoffman

Bruce Hoffman

Bruce Hoffman is one of the world’s foremost authorities on terrorism and counterterrorism strategy, bringing nearly five decades of expertise to the analysis of extremist movements. As a Senior Fellow for Counterterrorism and Homeland Security at the Council on Foreign Relations, he provides critical insights into evolving security threats facing democratic institutions globally. Currently serving…

The Risks Associated with the Assassination Attempt on Trump

On Saturday, former US President Donald Trump was the target of an assassination attempt during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. I have spoken with our Beredskap and all of our clients are safe.  The incident, which occurred at the Butler Farm Show Grounds, has raised serious questions about security protocols for high-profile public figures…

Leiticia Bode

Professor Bode is an associate professor in the Communication, Culture, and Technology master’s program at Georgetown University. She received her PhD in Political Science from the University of Wisconsin – Madison, and her bachelor’s degree from Trinity University. Her work lies at the intersection of communication, technology, and political behavior, emphasizing the role communication and…

Episode 158: Misinformation, An Exploration of Its Tail Risks With Stephen Lewandowsky

The way in which we find information has changed over the last few decades, and with this change, we have foregone much of the reliability of the information we immerse ourselves in.   Misinformation, often referred to as false or inaccurate information, has become a prevalent issue in the digital age. With the rapid growth…

Stephan Lewandowsky

Professor Stephan Lewandowsky is a cognitive scientist at the University of Bristol whose main interest is in the pressure points between the architecture of online information technologies and human cognition, and the consequences for democracy that arise from those pressure points. He is the recipient of numerous awards and honours, including a Discovery Outstanding Researcher…

Ambassador John E. Herbst

Ambassador John E. Herbst is senior director of the Atlantic Council’s Eurasia Center and served for thirty-one years as a foreign service officer in the US Department of State, retiring at the rank of career minister. He was US ambassador to Ukraine from 2003 to 2006, when he worked to enhance US-Ukrainian relations, help ensure the conduct of…

Episode 152 – Putin’s Presidency, Russia’s Aggression on Ukraine, and the Prospect of a Drumpf Presidency -Is There a New Axis of Evil? with Ambassador John E. Herbst

Last week, we heard from Ben Dubow, who gave us some fascinating insights into how he sees Putin’s next presidential term playing out and the implications of who comes second in the Russian presidential elections.   This week, we thought it crucial to hear from someone who has real world experience in international diplomacy, Ambassador…

INTERNATIONAL RISK OUTLOOK FOR 2022

The international risks of geopolitical tensions The international risks to businesses and the geopolitical challenges involving USA, Russia, and China will continue in 2022. Large state actors will continue to compete for power, resources, intellectual property, and emerging technologies. State actors are using all instruments of national power, including information and cyber means, to shape…