Episode 1 - Terrorism: Then, Now, and Next

CHDS Podcast — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0000

In the first episode of Signals: A CHDS Podcast, renowned terrorism scholar Dr. Bruce Hoffman and CHDS faculty member Dr. David Brannan reflect on the evolution of terrorism studies, the lessons learned over the last half-century, and the emerging trends shaping the future of homeland security. Their conversation offers valuable insights for practitioners, policymakers, researchers, and students alike.

Chapters

(00:00:03) - Introduction and Welcome
(00:01:31) - Bruce Hoffman's Origins in Terrorism Studies
(00:04:58) - Dave Brannan's Path from SWAT Cop to Scholar
(00:07:51) - Broad Education and Practical Government Experience
(00:09:57) - Terrorist Groups as Learning Organizations
(00:12:14) - Why Terrorism Is More Consequential Today
(00:15:28) - Talking to Terrorists and Social Identity Theory
(00:19:48) - Key Scholarly Developments in Terrorism Studies
(00:23:34) - The Need for Dynamic Thinking and Moral Clarity
(00:27:02) - Learning Organizations Revisited and Al Qaeda's Resilience
(00:28:37) - Literature Recommendation: A Coffin for Demetrios
(00:31:11) - Closing Thoughts and Book Recommendations

Episode 2 - Securing the World Cup

CHDS Podcast — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0000

From fan behavior and crowd management to counterterrorism and international coordination, GB Jones offers an inside look at securing the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The conversation highlights the critical role of intelligence, interagency collaboration, and systems thinking in managing a global mega-event

Chapters

(00:00:03) - Introduction and Guest Background
(00:01:24) - GB Jones' Law Enforcement and FBI Career
(00:04:51) - The Scale and Cultural Significance of the World Cup
(00:06:12) - Fan Behavior Differences: NFL vs International Soccer
(00:08:43) - Building Soccer-Specific Intelligence Capabilities
(00:11:07) - Intelligence Sharing and Partnership Building
(00:12:37) - The Vast Network of Partners Across Sectors
(00:14:21) - After Action Review Process and Lessons from Qatar
(00:16:40) - FIFA's New Organizational Model for 2026
(00:17:46) - Benefits of FIFA as Honest Broker Across Nations
(00:19:44) - Growth of International Sporting Events
(00:21:24) - Advice for Emerging Sports Security Leaders
(00:22:55) - Lessons from the CHDS Master's Program
(00:25:33) - Creating the SEER Special Event Rating System
(00:26:56) - Advice for Current CHDS Students and Closing Thoughts