JB Shreve

The first episode in our new series on the History of Terrorism begins in the 1st century with a group of religious fanatics in Palestine whose activity in revolt against Rome inadvertently brought about the destruction of Jerusalem. The Zealots foreshadowed much of the tactics and extremism seen in terrorist groups today throughout much of the world especially on the front of religious or ideological fanaticism.

The Shia Crescent is a term we can expect to hear more frequently in the coming months as tensions in the Middle East, specifically between Saudi Arabia and Iran escalate. It is an expression used to visualize the growing geopolitical and military influence of Iran within the region. It...

This is our America. This is why we are growing more stressed out and frustrated every day. It is why we are avoiding each other more and isolating to our corners of the fractured pieces of American identity and ideology. It is why the echo chambers of political perspective are gaining ground and influence but independent thought and the peacemakers are losing ground.

This infographic offers a few considerations from the recent podcast episode. This infographic shows which countries have nuclear weapons as well as who has the most nuclear weapons.  (click on the image for larger view) Hear my recent podcast episode on the Life of AQ Khan: North Korea, Iran and the Wrath...

This podcast features the true story of AQ Khan, the man who more than any other individual helped spread the threat of nuclear war around the world. When we hear stories of North Korea, Iran, Pakistan, India and the bomb, at least one of our thoughts should go to...

The influence of the American media has empowered and accelerated the decline of American democracy. We are quickly changing to a media-ocracy.

In this podcast episode we take a brief look at the long history of election meddling which the US has helped to write since 1915.

“A house divided against itself cannot stand.” Abraham Lincoln   Yesterday’s podcast episode (11/9/16) looked at the issue of social divisions in America that have been at the center of our culture this election year. The political polarization within America was a serious issue needing to be addressed long before this...

The anger and fear in America today is brought about by a broken trust. We have a responsibility to stand above the fray.

This two part podcast series explains the how the current crisis in Venezuela developed. Part 1 looks at the history of Venezuela and demonstrates this South American nation's unique place in the global order. Venezuela in Crisis helps you understand the news that is unfolding today.