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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 6/25/26 | ![]() General Robert Brown | Welcome back to Five Questions for a General, a production of the Modern War Institute at West Point. This series features specially selected cadet hosts who are given an incredible professional development opportunity—to sit down with senior military officers and ask carefully crafted questions about everything from leadership to their unique experiences while serving, to their expectations about the future of war. In this episode, Cadet Zach Olson sits down with retired General Robert Brown, the former commander of US Army Pacific and current president of the Association of the United States Army (AUSA), to discuss leadership, innovation, and a commitment to service. Reflecting on his journey from a basketball recruit at West Point to commanding soldiers around the world, General Brown shares lessons on embracing failure as a pathway to growth, fostering innovation by empowering leaders at the tactical edge, and maintaining the Army’s human advantage in an era of artificial intelligence and autonomous systems. He also offers candid insights on mentorship, the importance of selfless service, and AUSA’s role in connecting the Army with industry, communities, and the American public. For leaders of all ranks, General Brown’s message is clear: Give the Army your full commitment, learn from setbacks, and enjoy the remarkable journey of leading soldiers. | — | ||||||
| 6/11/26 | ![]() Lieutenant General Matthew McFarlane | Welcome back to Five Questions for a General, a production of the Modern War Institute at West Point. This series features specially selected cadet hosts who are given an incredible professional development opportunity—to sit down with senior military officers and ask carefully crafted questions about everything from leadership to their unique experiences while serving, to their expectations about the future of war. In this episode, Cadet Donovan Scott sits down with Lieutenant General Matthew McFarlane, commanding general of America's First Corps, to discuss leadership, deterrence, and the challenges of operating across the vast Indo-Pacific theater. General McFarlane reflects on his journey from ROTC cadet at James Madison University to senior Army commander, sharing lessons learned from deployments to Kosovo, Iraq, Afghanistan, and Syria. He explains how geography, contested logistics, and coalition operations are reshaping the Army's approach to warfare, emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and adaptation in an era of strategic competition, and highlights the enduring value of trust, teamwork, and leading from the front. Throughout the conversation, General McFarlane offers practical insights for current and future leaders on building cohesive teams, embracing change, adapting at the speed of need, and preparing for the evolving character of conflict. | — | ||||||
| 5/27/26 | ![]() Brigadier General Thaddeus Fineran | Welcome back to Five Questions for a General, a production of the Modern War Institute at West Point. This series features specially selected cadet hosts who are given an incredible professional development opportunity—to sit down with senior military officers and ask carefully crafted questions about everything from leadership to their unique experiences while serving, to their expectations about the future of war.In this episode with host Cadet Zach Olson, Brigadier General Thaddeus Fineran reflects on an unplanned but ultimately life-defining Army career, shaped by opportunity, adaptability, and a systems-based approach to leadership. From his entry into military service through ROTC to leadership positions in the aviation branch and ultimately senior roles within US Northern Command, General Fineran emphasizes the importance of understanding complex systems from aircraft operations to global force management, and how those systems directly impact readiness at every level of command. He offers insight into the unique challenges faced by National Guard soldiers attempting to balance civilian and military careers, highlighting the demands placed on time, families, and professional development. Ultimately, he underscores that leadership is built through trust, preparation, and perspective, reminding young officers that while responsibility grows with rank, so does the ability to influence meaningful outcomes. | — | ||||||
| 5/14/26 | ![]() General Xavier Brunson | Welcome back to Five Questions for a General, a production of the Modern War Institute at West Point. This series features specially selected cadet hosts who are given an incredible professional development opportunity—to sit down with senior military officers and ask carefully crafted questions about everything from leadership to their unique experiences while serving, to their expectations about the future of war. General Xavier Brunson is the commander of United Nations Command, ROK/US Combined Forces Command, and United States Forces Korea. In this episode, he joins Cadet Olivia Hanson for a wide-ranging discussion about leadership, deterrence, alliances, and the strategic future of the Indo-Pacific. He explains the complex structure of US and allied military forces in Korea, the strategic significance of the Indo-Pacific region, and why alliances remain America’s greatest asymmetric advantage in an era of renewed great power competition. The conversation also explores multidomain operations, emerging technologies, and the timeless fundamentals of warfare: protection, posture, and sustainment. | — | ||||||
| 4/30/26 | ![]() Brigadier General Sara Dudley | Welcome back to Five Questions for a General, a production of the Modern War Institute at West Point. This series features specially selected cadet hosts who are given an incredible professional development opportunity—to sit down with senior military officers and ask carefully crafted questions about everything from leadership to their unique experiences while serving, to their expectations about the future of war.In this episode, Brigadier General Sarah Dudley sits down with Cadet Orion van Buskirk to reflect on an unexpected path into the Army that became a 27-year career shaped by leadership, adaptability, and a passion for people. She discusses her role leading US Army Recruiting Divison, emphasizing that recruiting is not a numbers game but a deliberate effort to identify and develop the right talent for the Army of 2040. Drawing on experiences from managing millions in cash during early combat operations to navigating coalition dynamics and emerging technologies like digital assets, she highlights the importance of clarity, ownership, and removing organizational friction. General Dudley underscores that the Army’s enduring value lies in its ability to build leaders, arguing that its relevance to the next generation depends on communicating that mission in a rapidly evolving technological and social landscape. | — | ||||||
| 4/16/26 | ![]() General Daniel Allyn✨ | leadershipmilitary experience+3 | General Daniel Allyn | the Modern War InstituteWest Point | IraqAfghanistan | West Pointcombat readiness+3 | — | 25m 19s | |
| 4/2/26 | ![]() Lieutenant General Curtis Buzzard and Major General Volodymyr Horbatiuk✨ | leadershipmodern warfare+4 | Major General Volodymyr HorbatiukLieutenant General Curtis Buzzard | dronesdata-driven operations+2 | USUkraine | military leadershipmission command+3 | — | 41m 04s | |
| 3/19/26 | ![]() General Joseph Ryan✨ | leadershipmilitary career+3 | General Joseph Ryan | the Modern War InstituteArmy+2 | North andSouth America+2 | ArmyWestern Hemisphere Command+3 | — | 45m 05s | |
| 3/5/26 | ![]() Lieutenant General Leslie Smith✨ | leadershipmilitary experience+2 | Lieutenant General Leslie Smith | the Modern War InstituteWest Point+1 | — | military leadershipcrisis management+1 | — | 18m 28s | |
| 2/24/26 | ![]() Lieutenant General James Dubik✨ | leadershipmoral responsibility+3 | Lieutenant General James Dubik | the Modern War InstituteWest Point+2 | IraqAmerica | ArmyStryker Brigade Combat Team+3 | — | 21m 39s | |
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| 2/19/26 | ![]() Brigadier General Shane Reeves✨ | leadershipmilitary service+4 | Brigadier General Shane Reeves | the Modern War InstituteWest Point+2 | — | West Pointacademic rigor+2 | — | 36m 40s | |
| 2/5/26 | ![]() Admiral Harry Harris✨ | national securityleadership+6 | Admiral Harry B Harris Jr | Navy JROTCNaval Academy+5 | USSouth Korea+4 | resiliencefailure+4 | — | 29m 42s | |
| 1/23/26 | ![]() Lieutenant General Joe Berger✨ | leadershipmilitary experience+3 | Lieutenant General Joe Berger | the Modern War InstituteWest Point+5 | SomaliaIraq+1 | military policeJudge Advocate General’s Corps+4 | — | 50m 02s | |
| 12/24/25 | ![]() General Joe Votel✨ | leadershipmilitary operations+6 | General Joe Votel | the Modern War InstituteWest Point+5 | the Middle East | military leadershipspecial operations+2 | — | 48m 05s | |
| 12/12/25 | ![]() Major General Mark Quander✨ | disaster reliefteam building+2 | Major General Mark Quander | the Modern War InstituteWest Point+6 | IraqAfghanistan | West PointUS Army Corps of Engineers+2 | — | 27m 56s | |
| 11/26/25 | ![]() Brigadier General Maureen LeBoeuf | Welcome back to Five Questions for a General, a production of the Modern War Institute at West Point. This series features specially selected cadet hosts who are given an incredible professional development opportunity—to sit down with senior military officers and ask carefully crafted questions about everything from leadership to their unique experiences while serving, to their expectations about the future of war. Retired Brigadier General Maureen LeBoeuf graduated from Saint Bonaventure University and received a direct commission into the Women's Army Corps. She served in the logistics, ordnance, and aviation branches during her Army career before being selected to head West Point's Department of Physical Education and earning the title Master of the Sword, becoming the first woman to hold either of those positions.In this episode, Cadet Parker Brown talks to General LeBoeuf about leadership philosophy, mentorship, physical fitness, and setting the standard as a leader. | — | ||||||
| 11/14/25 | ![]() Brigadier General Adam Ake | Welcome back to Five Questions for a General, a production of the Modern War Institute at West Point. This series features specially selected cadet hosts who are given an incredible professional development opportunity—to sit down with senior military officers and ask carefully crafted questions about everything from leadership to their unique experiences while serving, to their expectations about the future of war. Brigadier General Adam Ake graduated first in his class at West Point and was a Rhodes Scholar before embarking on an Army career that led to his current position as the deputy director for operations, OT-4, on the joint staff. In this episode, he joins Cadet Zach Olson for an in-depth discussion about professional military education, critical thinking, life priorities, and the challenges (and opportunities) inherent in learning and leading in a complex and uncertain environment. | — | ||||||
| 10/31/25 | ![]() General Paul LaCamera | Welcome back to Five Questions for a General, a production of the Modern War Institute at West Point. This series features specially selected cadet hosts who are given an incredible professional development opportunity—to sit down with senior military officers and ask carefully crafted questions about everything from leadership to their unique experiences while serving to their expectations about the future of war. In this episode, Cadet Zach Olson interviews retired General Paul LaCamera. General LaCamera commanded the 4th Infantry Division, United States Army Pacific, and United Nations Command, ROK/US Combined Forces Command. He also has extensive experience in the special operations community, with service in the 75th Ranger Regiment and the Joint Special Operations Command. He is the recipient of numerous awards and decorations, including the Silver Star, which he earned for his actions during Operation Anaconda in Afghanistan. This wide-ranging and highly informative discussion focuses on readiness, combat leadership, and the value of simplicity. | — | ||||||
| 10/17/25 | ![]() Major General Malcolm Frost | Welcome back to Five Questions for a General, a production of the Modern War Institute at West Point. This series features specially selected cadet hosts who are given an incredible professional development opportunity—to sit down with senior military officers and ask carefully crafted questions about everything from leadership to their unique experiences while serving, to their expectations about the future of war. In this episode, Cadet Orion van Buskirk interviews retired Major General Malcolm Frost, a career infantryman whose assignments as a general officer include serving as the deputy commanding general of the 82nd Airborne Division, the chief of public affairs for the Army, and the commanding general of the Army Center for Initial Military Training. In their discussion, the two cover General Frost's decision to join the Army, his experiences leading troops in combat, and the highlights of General Frost's time heading the Army's public affairs effort and commanding the Army's initial military training program.General Frost’s thoughts on relationship building, the importance of leader’s intent, and the necessity of leaders positioning themselves at the decisive point are highly useful insights for anyone interested in honing their own leadership ability or improving the organizations they lead. | — | ||||||
| 10/3/25 | ![]() Major General William Rapp | Welcome back to Five Questions for a General, a production of the Modern War Institute at West Point. This series features specially selected cadet hosts who are given an incredible professional development opportunity—to sit down with senior military officers and ask carefully crafted questions about everything from leadership to their unique experiences while serving, to their expectations about the future of war. In this episode of Five Questions for a General, Cadet Donovan Scott sits down with retired Major General Bill Rapp for a wide-ranging conversation on leadership, decision-making, and the challenges of driving change in large organizations. Drawing on more than 30 years of Army service, including combat deployments, his tenure as commandant of West Point, and command of the US Army War College, General Rapp offers candid reflections on the lessons that shaped him as both a soldier and a leader. From steering cultural change in academic and operational settings, to managing seemingly impossible logistical challenges in Afghanistan, to championing humility and courage as the bedrock of leadership, General Rapp provides wisdom that resonates far beyond the military. Whether discussing cadet snowball fights at West Point or the moral courage required to change course when plans fail in combat, his insights blend humility, humor, and hard-earned perspective. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking practical lessons in leadership, resilience, and collaboration. | — | ||||||
| 9/19/25 | ![]() Brigadier General Rich Gross | Welcome back to Five Questions for a General, a production of the Modern War Institute at West Point. This series features specially selected cadet hosts who are given an incredible professional development opportunity—to sit down with senior military officers and ask carefully crafted questions about everything from leadership to their unique experiences while serving, to their expectations about the future of war. In this episode, Cadet Keilani Stewart sits down with retired Brigadier General Rich Gross for an in-depth discussion about communication, law, and decision-making in high-risk environments. | — | ||||||
| 9/5/25 | ![]() Major General Pat Work | Welcome back to Five Questions for a General, a production of the Modern War Institute at West Point. This series features specially selected cadet hosts who are given an incredible professional development opportunity—to sit down with senior military officers and ask carefully crafted questions about everything from leadership to their unique experiences while serving, to their expectations about the future of war. In this episode, Cadet Zach Olson sits down with Major General Pat Work, the former commander of the 82nd Airborne Division, for a detailed discussion about leader development, partner force operations, and preparing for war. | — | ||||||
| 8/8/25 | ![]() Brigadier General Mark Miles | Welcome back to Five Questions for a General, a production of the Modern War Institute at West Point. This series features specially selected cadet hosts who are given an incredible professional development opportunity—to sit down with senior military officers and ask carefully crafted questions about everything from leadership to their unique experiences while serving, to their expectations about the future of war.In this episode, Cadet Zach Olson speaks with Brigadier General Mark Miles, the deputy commanding general of the US Army Cyber Center of Excellence, about leadership, decision dominance, and cyber operations. | — | ||||||
| 7/25/25 | ![]() Major General Joseph Hilbert | Welcome back to Five Questions for a General, a production of the Modern War Institute at West Point. This series features specially selected cadet hosts who are given an incredible professional development opportunity—to sit down with senior military officers and ask carefully crafted questions about everything from leadership to their unique experiences while serving, to their expectations about the future of war. In this episode, Cadet Zach Olson speaks with Major General Joseph Hilbert, the commander of the 11th Airborne Division, about ethics, problem solving, and leader development. | — | ||||||
| 7/11/25 | ![]() Major General David Hill | Welcome back to Five Questions for a General, a production of the Modern War Institute at West Point. This series features specially selected cadet hosts who are given an incredible professional development opportunity—to sit down with senior military officers and ask carefully crafted questions about everything from leadership to their unique experiences while serving, to their expectations about the future of war. In this episode, Cadet Sebastian Witt speaks with Major General David Hill, commandant of the US Army War College, about strategic thinking, leadership, military education, and professional development. | — | ||||||
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