The Spear

The Spear

The Spear is a podcast from the Modern War Institute at West Point. It sets out to explore the combat experience, with each episode featuring a guest who tells a detailed and personal story, describing the events and exploring topics like decision-making under stress and what it feels like to be in combat.
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Episodes

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Night Stalkers Don’t Quit: An Interview With the Command Team of the 160th SOAR

10 Sep 2026
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Psychological Operations in Combat and on the Joint Staff

27 Aug 2026
290-

Explosive Ordnance Technician in Training and Combat

13 Aug 2026
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Joint Planner for Security Assistance Group–Ukraine

30 Jul 2026
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The Crucible of Innovation in the Indo-Pacific

16 Jul 2026