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Retired U.S. Marine Corps Colonel Seth Folsom joins “At the Boundary” to discuss his new book, "Nothing Here Worth Dying For," a gripping account of leading Task Force Lion in Iraq. He explores trust, adaptability, and leadership in combat, as well as the challenges of balancing professional conflicts with personal bonds.

This episode dives into the evolution of warfare, the power of relationships in conflict zones, and the lasting impact of command.

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Links from the episode:

• GNSI Tampa Summit 5 Conference Registration

• North Korea, Nuclear Threats & the Fight for a Unification Video

• Cambridge University Student Program

• “Nothing Here Worth Dying For: Task Force Lion in Iraq" by Seth Folsom

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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Military recruitment and retention are at a critical crossroads. Almost 80% of young Americans ineligible for service without some sort of medical waiver, and new recruitment pools are beginning to shrink. This episode brings in two experts to examine the urgent need for policy reform, leadership stability, and military family support. Listen in to how they explore eligibility standards and comprehensive family support programs to assist in strengthening America’s armed forces.

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Links from the episode:
• GNSI's "The Russia-Ukraine War: Lessons for Future Conflicts" Summit
• Dr. Guido Rossi’s article about the military recruiting crisis

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!

The future of U.S. global relations hangs in the balance as shifting alliances, rising threats, and strategic competition reshape the world stage. Former Ambassador Barbara Stevenson and General (Ret) Frank McKenzie offer powerful insights on the intersection of diplomacy, military strategy, and national security, exploring America's global standing amid tensions with Russia and China.

Hosted by the Global and National Security Institute and USF World, this episode of “At the Boundary” examines the critical role of alliances, economic security, and military positioning in safeguarding U.S. strength in an era of uncertainty.

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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.