Arctic Connections
Arctic Connections is a dynamic podcast featuring leading voices in defense, diplomacy, and academia as they explore the evolving security challenges and opportunities in the Arctic and beyond. This engaging series fosters understanding, strengthens networks, and provides expert insights into the critical issues shaping regional and global security. Join us for thought-provoking discussions that inform, connect, and inspire.
Episodes
Northern Approach: What it takes to fuel, fly, and fight in the Arctic
Deterrence in the circumpolar North depends on credible warfighting capabilities. But shooting down a missile or launching a fighter jet takes energy, materials, and know-how. This preview of the 2026 Anchorage Security and Defense Dialogue brings together defense infrastructure, space, and...
Homeland Defense from America’s Arctic
In this episode of the Arctic Connections, we offer a virtual preview of the 2026 Anchorage Security and Defense Dialogue. The session, "Homeland Defense from America's Arctic," featured TSC Arctic Interest Chairs Governor Mike Dunleavy and Hon. Mr. Mead Treadwell. Hosted by Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Randy...
Arctic Connections | The Foreign Area Officer & the Arctic
In this episode of the Ted Stevens Center for Arctic Security Studies podcast, Arctic Connections, Engagement Programs Coordinator, Maddox Angerhofer, sits down with the President retired Col. Pete Larsen of the Foreign Area Officers Association to get one FAO's perspective on security...
Canada and the North American Arctic
In this episode of Arctic Connections, Distinguished Professor and North American Arctic Policy Advisor for the Ted Stevens Center for Arctic Security Studies (ACT1 Contractor), Dr. Kathryn Friedman, catches up with Ms. Sara Cohen, Deputy Chief of Missions for Foreign Policy and National Security...
From the Director’s Chair: 2025’s Arctic Security Takeaways
In this episode of Arctic Connections, Associate Director for Strategic Engagement Matthew Hickey and Director Randy "Church" Kee of the Ted Stevens Center for Arctic Security Studies reflect on 2025 and look to the year ahead in Arctic security. They delve into the U.S. executive action on the...
Episode 12 – Anchorage Navy Week: Strengthening Arctic Security and Inspiring Future Sailors
Welcome to Arctic Connections | Episode 12, Anchorage Navy Week: Strengthening Arctic Security and Inspiring Future Sailors. In this episode, host Matthew Hickey speaks with U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Susan BryerJoyner, senior executive for Anchorage Navy Week and Director of the Warfighting Integration...
Episode 11 – Allies, Adversaries, and Arctic Access
Welcome to Arctic Connections | Episode 11, Allies, Adversaries, and Arctic Access. In this episode, host Matthew Hickey sits down with Alexander Dalziel, senior fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, to discuss Russian attitudes toward the North American Arctic and what they mean for regional...
Episode 10 – Strategic Futures in the High North
Welcome to Arctic Connections | Episode 10, "Strategic Futures in the High North." In this episode, host Matthew Hickey engages in a conversation with Maria Jontén, a distinguished expert from the Swedish Defence University. Together, they delve into the evolving security dynamics of the Arctic...
Episode 9 – Arctic Perspectives from Global Strike Command
Episode 9 of Arctic Connections explores the role of the U.S. Arctic in our ability to deter competitors around the globe featuring Gen. Thomas A. Bussiere, commander, Air Force Global Strike Command and commander, Air Forces Strategic - Air, U.S. Strategic Command, with host, Matt Hickey. Hickey...
