Deep Intel on INDOPACOM's Plan to Defeat China

[@ohhahhglennmcgrath4202]

Props for being able to get the frigging Commander of INDOPACOM on for an interview. Amazing interview grab Mooch!

[@chrismartin5870]

Amazing interview. Many thanks from the UK. Thank God for America.

[@nunyabizness9216]

Mooch is a one man show, with more knowledge than the next 6 youtube channels.

[@benjaminperez7328]

Pappy asked Mooch to be on. At Tailhook.

[@arthurquintana1345]

Gave me Goosebumps!

[@phoenix5024]

The national news broadcasts don't get these kind of great interviews. In fact they don't even know that they and or could. Also, there is no way they could ask the kind of good questions Mooch asks. Even my wife watched and said that interview is a big deal and we got some real information.

[@testboga5991]

Respect for the admiral coming on the channel. Much appreciated and thank you both for your service! 👍

[@caryladd863]

I completely understand everything that y'all are talking about and as a veteran I appreciate the job your doing

[@Karl-Benny]

Just self promotion not Special

[@SumTingWong888]

@@Karl-Bennywhat did he promote?

[@certainthings2000]

Ward in 41 minutes and 14 seconds, with your questions and allowing Admiral Paparo his head (which you could see the Admiral want to say a lot more but could not) you and the Admiral, blew the legacy media out of the water and about what 90%, if not more of KZbin military channels! Another one in the books of a 'GREAT SHOW!!'

[@Kaatu-barada-nikto]

But...........Admiral Rickover

[@gendaminoru3195]

Oh the media is willfully ignorant of naval operations and most things military. You cannot rely on any of them for anything. and yes there are many questions that will take us a long time to sleuth out of the system. One stop shopping is nice. I assume you subscribe to Proceedings and USNI and follow the fleet movements.

[@Bea-wb9uk]

Let us saw one leg of the chair shorter than the other ones for the interview with Rickover​@@Kaatu-barada-nikto

[@farmersdaughter9478]

Mooch- your channel is a spectacular resource for those of us seeking high fidelity insights into the US defense space. The caliber of your guests is unparalleled; their commendations for your work aren’t hollow. Keep up the good work and BZ!

[@michaelsoldau7677]

Hey Ward! Awesome interview!! My son is a Super Hornet WSO and a current TOPGUN instructor. A few months back some of the instructors were in Hawaii for some event. The at the time TOPGUN intel officer who’s friends with Admiral Paparo’s daughter was invited along with my son and others to Admiral Paparo’s quarters for dinner. Admiral Paparo wasn’t there at the time but his wife was a gracious host. My son said the walls of his residence are a virtual who’s who history of the Navy and a good time was had by all in attendance.

[@davidsmith8997]

Speaking of TOPGUN, I want to hear the admiral's experience on flying the F-14, -15, and -18!

[@dksl9899]

Following this channel is like getting into classic Clancy novels : you get to know legendary warriors who keep popping up and collaborating against common adversaries

[@piotrgrzelak2613]

Oh my science, its just like in star wars

[@jamesklee]

Your channel is the greatest possible advertisement for the Navy - all the leaders you've had on seem like men of great competence and character, with Adm Paparo keeping up that record.

[@johnkling3537]

Outstanding briefing. Thank you

[@jeffhale5569]

Adm Paparo is an outstanding military professional! Thank you for the assessment! I’m encouraged that we have people like him at the tip of the spear in the western Pacific.

[@flparkermdpc]

@jeffhale5569 The interview was outstanding on both ends. We know Mooch is talented and exceptional, and now we know about Admiral Paparo, Dedicated, educated, talented, and SMART. Getting to hear firsthand from The Man in charge is unique to Ward Carroll's channel. Thanks again, Mooch. What a lesson in geopolitical positions and the preparedness we Americans are BLESSED to lead. I think of Admiral Paparo as a direct descendant of Chester Nimitz in more ways than one. Not so much MacArthur.

[@tmbgator2]

Adm. Paparo is a great guy. I had the opportunity to meet him on several occasions when his son was in the same class as mine during his tour at MacDill. The boys still keep in touch. Amazing interview Mooch. Keep up the great work.

[@daviddallas4607]

32:10 - You ask the Admiral one of the best questions of our time. I have replayed his profound answer several times with great interest. I plan on replaying this part of your interview to many of my friends so they understand as I do now. THANK YOU MOOCH. Keep it up sir.

[@ColdWarAviator]

This is VERY interesting 🤔 It sounds like a great way to say, "we will do whatever it takes and whatever the President DECIDES to do... And yet, AT THE SAME TIME not put anything in writing that could be interpreted as being "hawkish or fear mongering". I cannot IMAGINE just how difficult it has become to be a Battlegroup Commander in our new complex and intertwined world. Who would have thought that the Cold War would seem simple compared to today?

[@LLH7202]

34:18. Which is why we cannot return to a Jacksonian foreign policy, disengagement from our network of allies.

[@Vhvjdow0ajsbcdhcuei3o22-om4sm]

A law that requires us to defend taiwan isnt profound at all, it's the opposite, it is without thought! He stuttered and bumbled! We're ready to respond and come to their aid because it casts doubts about American military might? There wont even be doubt or questions once China's capabilities surpass the US! Our policies and lifestyle dont ensure competitiveness! Our culture is degrading! Our economy is 70% services! And nuclear proliferation will not fly, just as it did not fly for America and the USSR!

[@raymondkarl]

Can you imagine Admiral Paparo working for and reporting to Pete Hegseth? Ward, this is the best thing you’ve ever done. Thank you.

[@viveviveka2651]

Unfortunately, "being combat ready" has also been adopted by China, and others. If there is parity, or something close to parity, then that is an unstable situation, not a stable one. If the USA can maintain a substantial or an overwhelming advantage, then that is true stability. Three countries with thousands of nuclear weapons each is an accident ready to happen at any time, a very catastrophic accident. It sets the stage for disaster.

[@thomascharlton8545]

Thanks Ward. Brings me at least some level of comfort the Admiral's grasp of the area's situation. Another profound interview.

[@robbutler1947]

Yet another example, in a long line of such, of the impressive and astonishing capability of our senior military leadership. The Admiral's competence and wisdom are palpable. It is hard to imagine a more capable person "at the helm",and yet, we know that sitting in other venues around the world, there are two to three DOZEN 4-star US military officers of comparable skill. Americans will all sleep better tonight being reminded of the quality of leadership we enjoy. The rest of world will sleep fitfully, if at all.

[@Doodelz02]

Extremely well said. Couldn't agree more. Pretty clear that despite spending a fortune, given ICBM/Nuclear triad costs, China's incredible investment in space, the US's non-Indo-Pacific obligations, and the overwhelming need for long-range/fast missiles, plus the lead time to rebuild ship-yards, plus the recent blunders (littoral/Zumwalt), plus the desire for unmanned everything, us Gen6 eventually ... wow. Glad I don't have his job! (brilliant explanation of Taiwan, btw]

[@rgloria40]

We have not fought an equal size fleet for sometime like 80+ years. I am wary when the Admiral does not use references like US Navy War College, US Naval Institute or Naval Postgraduate School. We are not at war yet....for him to take credit. The public needs to know we have creditable people working the problem...like the future leaders at the Naval Academy.

[@matthewrandall915]

Wow. Amazing how you can get these high profile guests on a regular basis. Ty 👌👏👏👌

[@warrenkrivoniak7374]

As always full of useful and understandable information. Former US Navy Vietnam Veteran ( USS BUTTE ( AE-27 ) " We Keep The Guns Loaded". Bless you and your family. Always keep alert. Thank you.

[@coolpup2112]

As a retired Navy 06 this was one of the best interviews I have ever seen Bravo Zulu

[@tkraft63]

The U.S. is gifted to have Admiral Paparo in this position with such insight into the realities and challenges with the PRC and Russia. Thank you Mooch for bringing this information to us.

[@orlock20]

Part of that is the upper military education system. I looked up the education of the recent Russian generals including the ones that fell out of windows and hit by drones. Their education was equal to a NATO major at best.

[@TuanTran-h5f]

The Chinese are already all in. They are ready for war with whomever.

[@KenLeonard]

Wishing our politicians were as well educated as our most Sr. officers. Wonder if the military could include/invite congress and senate to some of those Sr schools.

[@spvlinn9009]

@@orlock20that is a big BS! May in Hollywood movies.

[@ObiWanShinobi917]

​@@spvlinn9009okay Ivan

[@SmedleyDouwright]

Super cool Commanding Admiral coming on the stream!

[@PJNiteballer]

Wow! So much to "unpack". I will be sharing and watching again. We are so fortunate to have Admiral Paparo on our side.. And what a honor he gave you Ward with his final comments. TY again.

[@tonyg8129]

Thank you for the post, Mooch. I love listening to USN officers explain things on their own time. Very informative.

[@michaelmeehan9083]

You did an absolutely fantastic job with this interview Mooch. Thanks so much for bringing up the industrial capacity issue since it's so important.

[@charlesdavis7940]

Excellent high level discussion.

[@jamesmcintosh1521]

Phenomenal program, Mooch! Thank you for arranging for us to listen to Admiral Paparo and his description of the Indo-Pacific areas importance to the U.S. and world peace. Love his quote: “If you want to see peace, be ready for war.” The entire Senate and House of Representatives should be required to view this video!!!

[@RedTail1-1]

That quote is old. Very old. Even being used 100 years ago. The actual quote is "if you want peace, prepare for war"

[@HarryLime6.28]

Thanks!

[@Utahdropout]

Wow....!!! Again Ward, you have shown just how capable the people are in such high places. So many balls in the air at one time and with such a the depth of knowledge of each one of those balls. This shows just how important it is to have just a capable people at the top. Your channel is a national treasure.

[@flparkermdpc]

Admiral Paparo,Thank you for the compliment to our fearless leader, and although we already knew all that about Mooch, Its great to hear from a man responsible for the organization of so much of the maintenance of our nation's superstructure. What a lecture on why America is unique and great, and why we need to support it's greatest people, those who serve!

[@flparkermdpc]

Mooch may be the only guy who can unfailingly make an admiral smile! I think it's become evident to military professionals that THIS PODCAST is the best way to get your uncensored message to Americans who are listening. The comments list is getting longer and more literate each episode. Mooch, you're hitting it out of the park! ❤

[@jefferyscherer5887]

Thank you, Mooch… A great program as usual. I’ve listened to your channel since the beginning. I am a former US Naval Flight Surgeon that also served on board the USS independence from 1980 to 1982 as the CAG - 6 Flight Surgeon. I was stationed at Naval station Cecil Field in Florida while ashore. I was assigned to VA 15, VA 87, both A-7 squadrons. I flew usually with VA 176, that had A-6’s… I flew usually in the KA-6D in the Right seat. Our CAG was Commander Tim Wright… (He retired as a Vice Admiral.) I also flew an EA-6B’s (VAQ-133) and S-3’s (VS-28). We had F-4’s on my first cruise( Indian Ocean 1980-1981) VF-33 and VF-102! Those squadrons transitioned after that cruise to F 14’s. On further work ups, we had VF- 14 and VF-32 F-14’s squadrons assigned to Independence. I never did get the fly in the F-4 or the F-14 as I did not go up to Oceana to get the check out that was necessary to ride in the backseat. Plus I was the “Attack Quack” and would have taken a lot or ribbing if I flew in a fighter… Keep up the great work!! Thank you!!

[@WardCarroll]

Thanks, Doc!

[@michaelmeehan9083]

Mooch, thanks for getting this level of Intel for us all. Your value is immeasurable in getting the gouge out to all of us.

[@jwardcomo]

Thank you for bringing these amazing people to the channel.

[@speedygonzales9090]

ANOTHER EXCELLENT INTERVIEW... THANKS MOOCH !!! 🇨🇦

[@hefeibao]

What I love most about Mooch's channel is "no fluff". Second, he has the best guests one can possibly hope for. Truly a star among stars.

[@LoanwordEggcorn]

Great interview! Thanks Mooch and Paparo. REALLY thoughtful comments from the Admiral.

[@skyking1328]

Wow ! Great interview with a great Admiral !

[@agronopoulus]

What a great interview! Admiral Sam Paparo's insights about the whole geopolitical situation in the Pacific were very clarifying. Thank you for that!

[@samuelyoseph25]

Listening to the Admiral gives me great confidence that our top brass is not only well aware of the issues and our capabilities but also what is needed to combat the growing threats to keep our nation safe. Its up to us back home to provide that to them as best as we can while keeping our nation gowing

[@lucky_one2]

Holy Sh!t ! What a great interview. Thanks Mooch for the access to INDOPACOM. Fly Navy.

[@cvrfkoh]

I’ve watched this channel go from strength to strengths. This was a phenomenal interview. Much love from South Africa.

[@99Racker]

Great topic coverage. I do appreciate the admiral getting down in the weeds to discuss these topics. We don't often get that perspective. The missile inventory has always been a real measure of our preparedness AND the capability of our services to replenish our ships/aircraft as said supplies are expended. The other measure of combat power are actual number of hulls. As I recall, in December 1941, the US had over 900 ships. Today we have about 470 active and reserve US Navy ships. If quantity has a quality of its own, the balance in hulls (and sailors) is a concern in the ocean distances consideration. Time and distances are another play consideration we have always played. Hiding surface vessels from high eyes is a concern. I still have concerns about our capabilities due to our lacking in shipyards and capacity to build and repair our ships, a knock-on effect. Having lived and worked at both Mare Island and Long Beach Navel Stations, I miss seeing our work capability. Great discussion here.

[@ScottCarlson-cz7wj]

Boy, this guy seems top drawer. I hope he is allowed to act in with the swiftness neccessary should things come about. It is uplifting to know there are still guys of his calibre up high. I spent 1.5 years as an enlisted propeller head in Okinawa, with TDY's to Korea and twice to the P.I. He has a lot on his plate. God bless him.

[@3pbhenry]

I think it's so cool how carrier ops guy stay so connected over the years as their careers progress, and seemingly everybody knows everyone else. It's a big group, but clearly a tightknit community. Technology aside, that's probably the greatest strength of carrier aviation.

[@RishBhav22]

WOW! What an interview. Mooch, you often have amazing guests with very insightful interviews, but this one was NEXT LEVEL! Adm Paparo is incredibly well spoken and communicated the issues so darn well. Very glad to know men like him are responsible for keeping us all safe.

[@luke2648]

What a great interview, good insights, thank you for putting this together.

[@twotrackjack2260]

This was a fantastic interview, thank you Mooch. In particular, hearing the Admiral tie together the whole economic piece in the last 7 or so min was excellent. That aspect seems to be criminally under-reported on in so many other media spaces.

[@HellTriX]

Phenominal. This man is near the top of the list of saving the world from epic disaster.

[@wyskass861]

If and until we elect a narcissistic sociopath as his boss commander-in-chief who he's legally bound to take orders from. It's real, relevant and dangerous. Vote to not let that happen

[@hefeibao]

Truly, and more than most will ever be aware of.

[@TJ-vh2ps]

There are master class answers and explanations of extremely complex situations, given with such tact and precision. It’s also nice to know that the top of the command agrees so closely with me about these situations . 😎 It is a huge relief to know he’s in charge.

[@spvlinn9009]

Saving the world in at China’s door way….

[@chisimdibreakthrough1901]

He's not saving the world from anything. That's a hypocritical claim. He's only advancing US hegemonic interest. But such hegemony will face serious challenges soon

[@user-lk3oo5uq4z]

I am alarmed. I did not hear a "plan to defeat China". What I heard was that we do not have enough carrier strike groups and even our supply of ammo is under pressure. Our industrial base is hollowed out and I don't sense any urgency or reasonable chance that we can bring it back meaningfully quickly enough. The Admiral is clearly a hero since he will be fighting without enough ships or missiles. He seems to be a profound expert on the details of defense but I didn't hear much about offense. Deeply alarming.

[@andrewskokna9760]

God bless. These men make me proud

[@ChasWG]

WOW! A very impressive interview with an even more impressive CO of the US efforts in the IndoPac AO! As I watched this and listened closely to Adm Paparo, my son, a Lt. is leaving his job in Bremerton, WA helping to return is his first assignment, the USS Pennsylvania (SSBN 735), back into active status. He is driving to San Diego to start his new job, immediately, as the submarine liaison officer for the destroyer squadron assigned to the USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). So much for a shore tour... Although, he has spent the last 18 months on land and above water while his boat is in dry dock. I'm glad that Adm. Paparo is the guy in charge of US forces in this part of the world. I've seen him talk on 60 Minutes and other places, but he really is a very impressive man. So educated in so many aspects of US and international policies, doctrine, economics and practices. Just take care of my son as well as all of our sons and daughters who are putting themselves out there to protect the US and it's interests in this theater as well as around the world. Thanks for this video!

[@joshuaharlow4241]

@Ward Carroll, Thank You for being ahead of the tide.

[@GolfVictor4]

Awesome interview! It's very reassuring to hear an officer of Admiral Paparo's intellectual ability explaining the task he is responsible for and the absolute necessity of executing it correctly. And best of all, he was talking to one of the five most talented people he knows!! Congratulations Commander!👍 I can really tell he appreciates you.

[@HarryLime6.28]

Great episode Moochthanks so much for getting all the important interviews

[@davidllamas1570]

Ward, keep up the great work. I always learn something knew, especially concerning leadership and "people dynamic's."

[@dmac7128]

Fantastic interview, learned a lot from it. Probably the single biggest takeaway I got was that we are in a multipolar world where we don't have the resources to be everywhere at once and we will have to rely on allies to fight the next big war with any of our chief adversaries in a way we didn't in previous conflicts.

[@00calvinlee00]

Mooch Commander Sir, another great interview! My niece is serving currently on Guam, her second Duty Station. Her father, a former Bubblehead and I are very grateful to have the Admiral as her Theater Commander. I am also hoping we will continue to work with India as they are crucial for the region. Hoping to see you in Philly next Fall for the 250th Celebration!!

[@kentcruz2602]

I was very heartened to see that we still have some very intelligent, wise, capable officers with true leadership in important roles. In the past few years we have witnessed so many weak leaders at high levels that seem more concerned with their careers than in the defense of our country. Admiral Paparo was very impressive indeed with a grasp of the big picture. He inspires confidence. I do wish you had asked him some questions on how our allies in the region (Japan, South Korea, etc) factor into the defense plan for a conflict that might take place with the Chinese.

[@ryanpeeples6998]

You are out of touch if you think officers are getting worse. There have always been officers who only care about themselves, but they are no more common nowadays compared to the past.

[@pugman99]

Just discovered your channel and this interview with Admiral Paparo was my first watch. Being an Aussie, I have great interest in the IndoPacific areas and the major antagonist of the region, the PRC. I did notice the INDOPACOM banner with little ole Oz all big and plump front and centre, which was a relief to see, as it made me feel our 'little' nation was neither forgotten nor ignored, as it is, continuously, in the legacy US media. I, and I expect all Aussies are concerned that our close relationship with the US continues to grow and strengthen, in these dangerous times, and that the next USA administration keeps building on safe guarding our collective growth and safety in the IndoPacific. I certainly hope the extensive upgrades and new developments for naval ports and bases, to assist our friends from America, keeps moving ahead apace and that large docking ports may give safe harbour to the carriers and their battle groups around the huge Aussie coast. It will feel like WW2 again, (my parents, uncles, aunts, even grandparents served in WW2), when the US Navy had open access to our ports. I also think my government needs to build docks big enough to house carriers and our steel industry fire up near these docks to assist repairs. Everybody has been ignoring China's massive expansion across all fields till relatively recently. We should have started in earnest twenty years ago! But, everyone was too busy making money off China. Xi has made his intentions very clear, "This is the century of China." And Xi's vision is global. GOD BLESS AND PROTECT OUR NAVIES AND ALL MILITARY. 😅

[@herrfriskytten7994]

A privilige to watch this interview, thank you!

[@JesseLeight74]

Mooch, I have learned so much from your content.... This is a great interview

[@doughuffman5790]

This should be required listening for all political Americans. Bravo. God Bless our servicemen.

[@grovepeate3316]

I feel much more secure after the Admiral spoke so openly for us. Great job Ward.

[@Genebaket]

I’m extremely impressed with the amount of talent that you have coming on your podcast when your interviewing the 1/10 of the 1% leaders in uniform. It gives me hope that these men in charge are extremely aware of the challenges we face as a nation and are prepared in every scenario when it comes to that fateful day. I wish i could say that about our elected leaders..

[@NoNotAChance]

Much respect. Have enjoyed your channel for a long time with some amazing guests, but with Admiral Paparo you hit it out of the park. Great to listen to an amazing gentleman with a truly impressive carreer - those stats were jaw dropping. What really heartened me was his attitude towards The Administration with no political bias, but a plain statement that the CiC is the boss. His ability to expand on the ramifications surrounding what would happen in a CCP expansion shows a truly intelligent person, who understands how a broader economy works. It is awesome to have such a person in this role. Once again, much respect and Thank You.

[@Paul-ez1zy]

Ward, I enjoy your podcast very much. Want to thank you for the message on this video that explained that "FRAGGED = TASKED". much gets lost on military lingo.

[@yamakawa511]

Impressive. I found the explanation the significance of the defence of Taiwan particularly well articulated. Thanks for bringing us these high quality interviews. Y

[@shadownor]

Omg this man flew so many of my favorite aircraft. I was a weapons troop on F-15s. Respect.

[@yes_head]

Phew. That was an eddication. The admiral really laid it down in no-nonsense terms. Thanks, Ward.

[@Willard05]

The best channel with the best guests. Thanks for another great episode 🫡

[@CAMcG75]

The Admiral doesn't sound like a bureaucrat, he sounds like an expert... I love it! This was THE interview for this topic. Thanks Mooch!

[@briangriffiths114]

Great interview, I learned a lot from it. Your guests are always impressive, to say the least.

[@andreweppink4498]

Thx Cdr Caroll for an excellent interview with Adm. Paparo. Learned a lot. Thx again.

[@hughjones13]

Great work,Ward. Thank you for covering the issuss

[@2TrackMind-c6i]

Just a retired trucker here, but I've been preaching this for 20 years. That Adm. has it going on. he accurately lays out the Two Choices that Asian countries will face if the US shoots back or does not. The fallout from defeat in either case will cause a New Chapter in history to begin - with the US forced out of the western Pacific, perhaps all the way back to Pearl. The great economies of Japan and SK will become vassals to the PRC. The Philippines will close off US access to their land bases and Singapore will be like Hong Kong. India will become the First Line against continued Chinese expansion with profound risks. Perhaps worst of all for the US will be the likely failure of the US dollar to be the worlds' secure currency. This would cause hyperinflation in the US, and would cripple American power and prestige for a century or maybe forever. All American investments in Asia would be lost, both plant and cash assets. The stock market would crash as in 1929. Unemployment in the US would be off the charts. If we don't fight for Taiwan, we don't fight for ourselves and lose by default. If we fight for Taiwan, and lose for lack of missiles and ships, we lose everything we built from 1945 til now. The allies, the trade, the economies - everything.

[@accountantthe3394]

Most of asia welcome the PRC btw (see recent Pew polls) and why will singapore be like hongkong?

[@Manco65]

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[@2TrackMind-c6i]

@@accountantthe3394 China Bot👁

[@accountantthe3394]

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[@Team6OWG]

China and India being enemies? They are together in Brics bro. You are drunk.

[@jerryfischer3988]

What an honor to hear directly from an Admiral! Thanks so much for this vlog Ward 💗

[@GerryLP1111]

It’s always left me in awe, at the, “brain power”, levels at our upper echelons of our military. Most of us ,”think”, that we could do their jobs, but we lack the capacity to understand what level of intelligence that requires; including to understand that we don’t have it! Great interview, Ward! 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@keninedmond6125]

My brother was in a different branch of service, but he had (deceased) an IQ of 180. As the saying goes; “If I told you (more) I’d have to …. you!

[@wyskass861]

It does indeed keep increasing as you go up in leadership positions. Yet when we get to president of the US and commander in chief, people suddenly don't want experience or wisdom anymore, but a "regular guy just like me". It's bizarre

[@JDmix123]

@@wyskass861ah bc our military leadership and political leadership for the past decades have really steered the USA to be well positioned in the 21st century. We need a shake up.

[@heloshark]

Great episode Mooch - outstanding content - superbly produced. I particularly enjoyed the discussion about munitions and magazine depth. The nation if fortunate to have ADM Paparo as the Commander of U.S Indo-Pacific Command!

[@Guitfiddlejase]

"Top five most talented human beings.." Right on Mooch!

[@platemod8465]

Second ! Right on Mooch !

[@benjaminperez7328]

@@Guitfiddlejase Praise from Caesar.

[@boomerang1125]

I am an Air Force veteran from "the 60's", i.e.: the Vietnam era (F-4 Phantoms, B-52's). Thank you both for bringing me up to speed on what the US faces today as threats to our way of life, world peace and economic prosperity. I'm glad to see we have experts running our military (albeit, who must suffer DC swamp creatures). War is nasty. It's the ultimate in "man's inhumanity to man". Deterrence, the projection of utter fear, is the only thing that provides security internationally. I'd like to believe we still have people of the caliber of: Patton, Nimitz, MacArther and Bull Halsey to makes enemies "quake" at the very thought. Air corps visionaries like Billy Mitchell and Curtis LeMay as well as air crews with the 'intestinal fortitude' who flew the Enola Gay make a difference. My father was offshore Okinawa on April 1st, 1945 on LST 728. My generation, the baby-boomer's, died in Vietnam to the tune of almost 60,000.. What TR said about "speaking softly and carrying a big stick" still applies. PS: thank you for your service to our country as Veteran's Day once again approaches. Only those who've served know what it's really like.

[@FatherGapon-gw6yo]

The only threat to world peace and prosperity is the nutcases in our government and military who delusionally miss the fact America is barely even a first world country anymore.

[@davidwestfall4336]

Yet another fascinating, insightful look at the military, economic, and political aspects, on a broad scale, at the Indo-Pacific theater.

[@rollamichael]

"One of the worlds top five most talented human beings that I know"!! Woot! Congrats, Ward! I can only imagine getting such a compliment! Fascinating discussion. I'm super impressed with Admiral Paparo and how he makes the complex simple.

[@corvanphoenix]

As an Aussie, AUKUS is important. So thanks for the update!

[@thehum1000]

China will never attack Taiwan, theres no appetite for conflict between powers, only proxy wars.

[@thehum1000]

When the dreadnought comes online its game over👍

[@lonpfrb]

Yes, we know who our Mates are. 🇦🇺🇬🇧🇺🇸

[@roderickcampbell2105]

AUKUS is more than "important" I would say. It's critical.

[@robertream2723]

Your interview with the Admiral is amazing. He is in the hot seat of a job I would not want. I don't watch the news for reasons which I need not mention, but I do keep my ear out for both national and world security. From my layman perspective, the Admiral layed the conversation out in completely understandable terms. The discussion you have with you guest's covering the personal military history is always fascinating. I love all of the content on your channel. On a side note I am a huge Tomcat fan, I thank you for your service. Fly Navy. 🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@carlfischer4163]

Wow what an education. Great Info, thanks Mooch. As always. 👍

[@bobp3738]

One can easily see why the Admiral is where he is. Brilliant! Thanks very much, Ward.

[@lordbyron8927]

I love this channel. It's both entertaining and educational. Great job.

[@warboyrb]

This is actually mind blowing, the calibre of guests on this channel. Truly enjoysble to listen, they're all on point and sharp. Go Mooch 👍

[@nickbrasche1189]

Having a superior named 'Shortney' Gortney reminds me of the Biggus Dickus sketch. What is a poor soldier to do when your boss has a hilarious name?

[@emmettjones5165]

Great to hear from INDOPACOM, and I like how you tied the command together by lashing the legacy WWII commands of CINCPAC,SWPAC, and Allied Forces in SE Asia under the Earl Mountbatten to give us all the size and scope of this crucial AOR. Admiral Paparo delivers the scoop on the challenges in this area, and gives us more compelling reasons for the more pounding on that drum for additional naval aviation assets. Play that funky music, Admiral.....and what a great kudos at the end, Mooch! 🏆

[@GunnerHeatFire]

Phenomenal work, Thank you!

[@andrewreid1578]

Mooch and Sam P, I am retired ex military natural Aussie and as such most interested in our regional affairs especially anything that can affect our current situation and ability to successfully progress relationships that improve life for all involved. Your interview and Sam’s responses are most informative and most realist, in my view, of our Aussie situation in the South Pacific and our relationships with both China and yourselves. Mooch please maintain your diligence in gaining these interviewee’s and thus the stream of information that keeps all of us informed. “Knowledge is Power” hopefully well applied for the ultimate benefit of all. Regards Andrew “AJ”.

[@WALTERBROADDUS]

Damn, you have access to a ton of flag officers.

[@Wvk5zc]

What? No mention about how the Chinese Type-055 beat EG-18G and drove away US fleet in December 2023? No explanation regarding the dismissal of William Coulter?

[@xanovaria]

If it was a real story it would have been a real idiot move to let us know.

[@TheReviewLab000]

Amazing interview of the absolute highest quality available. Well done and thank you

[@banger1965]

Awesome interview, mad respect for the both or you.

[@joemancini2988]

Thanks Ward great to hear from the brass like Admiral Paparo. And that’s an impressive axe collection behind you!

[@jarrydgolden3654]

Seems like we should take advantage of our allies abilities to build hulls at a faster and cheaper pace. Please correct me if im wrong, but it seems like creating the radar, guidance systems, and electronics in country is easier to ramp up than building infrastructure for hulls. We could push frigates like the constellation through allied shipyards with fitouts in the US.

[@WhiteSeabassLimits]

Dude if Korea and the US partnered in building ships we would be making quality ships so fast

[@williammrdeza9445]

Another phenomenal discussion Ward. The Admiral definitely laid out the bigger picture and related pieces of the global puzzle very clearly. Thank you both for such a well thought out and honest interview.

[@irongron]

Very important discussion, much appreciated as always Ward. I found something Admiral Paparo discussed at the 16:05 min mark concerning, regarding the "magazine depth" and impacts on said depth regarding, artillery shells, even HiMARS, JDAM's and AIM-120's etc. He mentioned America's partners, so that means us here in Ukraine, among others that have greater priority in the middle east or elsewhere. It seemed that the gist of what he was saying was, there is just not enough to go around and supply all concerned. This worries me as far as we are concerned in Ukraine. We need AIM-120 reloads for our MASAMS air defences for example. So if Europe was to out in a big order for all these projectiles - artillery shells, HIMARS reloads, AIM-120 reloads for NASAMS and more JDAM's etc - could the US industrial base at Lockheed Martin and Raytheon etc, handle this ? So my point is, is it time for American industry to up the game given the threats we already face here from Russia and the axis of evil and the threats over the horizon? Is it time for huge Pentagon contracts to be let ? That tonnage of ship building discrepancy between China (23 million tonnes) vs the USA (100,000 tonnes) speaks volumes.

[@scottcooper4391]

"If you think peace is expensive - try War !"

[@irongron]

@@scottcooper4391 Amen to that. True words. 💯

[@mitchyoung93]

@irongron But surely the Admiral is wrong. All the NAFO people have been telling me that we were sending only old outdated stuff that was due to be destroyed anyhow.

[@irongron]

@@mitchyoung93 Well the NAFO guys are correct for the most part, the Bradleys IFV's they're 90's models for example. (and can still take out a T-90, Ruzzia's "best" tank). F-16's, M1 Abrams, all old models too. The F-16's are not the latest block of Vipers. HIMARS ore not exactly new tech either. The ATACMS is old, the new unitary weapon for that is the Precision Strike Missile (PrSM). Uncle Sam offloads the old models and buys the newer stuff for their inventory. The MASAMS reloads are a different story, same goes for Patriots I guess too. That is new gear. Of course the artillery shells are also new production. But again, we get the existing older stocks and then the Pentagon replenishes their own stocks with the new production. But there is a backlog as the Admiral mentioned when it comes to giving out munitions to partners like us. Some serious contracts need to be let to fix this, Retired top brass like Lt. Gen Ben Hodges, or Gen. Phil Breedlove et. al. mention this regularly when doing the rounds on the mass media. I think this is the gist of what we can read into what the Admiral was saying. He is not retired yet, so I guess he cannot be as blunt or direct as the retired top brass.

[@WhiteSeabassLimits]

​@@irongronAll industries need to come together and build!

[@richardburgess8657]

Without exception… every interview Cmdr Carroll conducts provides enormous insight into our nation’s defense. Also without exception… every Flag (retired or active) instills tremendous confidence in their knowledge, skills and ability. Thank you. We salute you. 😎

[@gypsydanger8395]

As a JO, this is awesome intel

[@JDAeroVR]

Great to hear what is going on in the Pacific! Thank you admiral for stopping in and sharing your views. Thanks Mooch for all your work!