URBAN WARFARE EXPERT: Iran Just Exposed the Biggest Flaw in Modern Military | Ep. 301

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 12:56:14 +0000

Major John Spencer is a retired U.S. Army officer with more than 25 years of service and is widely recognized as one of the world’s leading experts on urban warfare. In this conversation, he breaks down the conflict with Iran, challenges popular predictions about escalation, and explains why war remains inherently human, political, and unpredictable.

If you like this, click subscribe, like and share with a friend.

----------

Support John Spencer

https://www.johnspenceronline.com/
https://x.com/SpencerGuard
https://www.urbanwarfareinstitute.com/

----------

SPONSORS

QUO
Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://quo.com/mikedrop

HELIX
Go to https://www.helixsleep.com/mikedrop for 20% Off Sitewide!
That's https://www.helixsleep.com/mikedrop for 20% Off Sitewide.
https://www.helixsleep.com/mikedrop

MARS MEN
For a limited time, our listeners get 50% off FOR LIFE, Free Shipping, AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men at https://mengotomars.com/

STASH
Get 15% off a monthly subscription or 30% off an annual subscription at https://stash.com/mikedrop

BUBS Naturals
BUBS Naturals products are rooted in sustainably sourced ingredients and controlled consistency to provide our customers with the highest quality Collagen Protein & MCT Oil Powder that help you feel amazing and live a fuller life. https://bubsnaturals.com

NAVY SEALS FITNESS APP | HYBRID STRENGTH & CONDITIONING TRAINING
Train like a SEAL with Mike Ritland's App. Build real-world strength, endurance and resilience.
https://www.coachos-app.com/navy-seals

TEAM DOG FOOD, TREATS & SUPPLEMENTS
Be Your Dog’s Hero: Veteran-owned by a former Navy SEAL and Special Operations K9 Trainer, Team Dog provides a complete diet of science-backed premium dog food, treats, and supplements to optimize your dog’s health, forged from rigorous standards and real-world expertise.
https://www.teamdog.shop

TEAM DOG ONLINE TRAINING
Mike Ritland – a former Navy SEAL & Special Operations K9 trainer – shares his simple and effective dog training program to build trust and control with your dog. Based on Mike’s bestselling book “Team Dog, Train the Navy SEAL Way”, join tens of thousands of families that successfully trained their way to a better dog.
https://www.teamdog.pet

SHOP ALL THE MIKE RITLAND BRANDS
Get all your Mike Ritland branded gear - Mike Drop | Trikos | Team Dog
https://shop.mikeritland.com

Chapters

00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:14 - Team Dog Ad
00:01:46 - Guest Introduction
00:03:23 - Last Book Read
00:04:03 - Clausewitz's On War
00:06:01 - Bad War Theories
00:09:15 - Venezuela Strike
00:11:46 - Favorite Quote
00:12:37 - Marriage And Kids
00:13:19 - EDC: Glock 22
00:14:18 - Childhood Favorite Thing
00:15:52 - Homeless Childhood
00:18:46 - Radicalized Parenting
00:19:07 - Gaza Research
00:22:07 - Joining The Military
00:24:39 - Career Timeline Begins
00:26:48 - Ranger Regiment
00:27:57 - OCS And 9/11
00:28:39 - Combat Jump Iraq
00:32:40 - Strategic Studies Group
00:34:34 - Modern War Institute
00:35:39 - Ear Bit Off
00:45:45 - Quo Ad
00:47:54 - Lesson In Respect
00:48:08 - Northern Iraq Missions
00:56:05 - Artillery Raid Mission
01:01:49 - Water Canal Ambush
01:07:45 - Solder City Command
01:10:56 - Helix Ad
01:12:00 - Taking A Broken Unit
01:17:53 - FOB Destroyer Attack
01:19:06 - Neck Shooting Incident
01:22:01 - "Fix It" Order
01:23:00 - Rebuilding The Company
01:30:53 - Mars Men Ad
01:34:02 - Height Of Battle
01:38:04 - Cognitive Overload Story
01:44:12 - Self-Medicating Habits
01:48:00 - Georgetown Fellowship
01:52:07 - Learning To Write
01:53:34 - Retiring In 2018
01:58:34 - Stash Ad
02:00:18 - Defining Urban Warfare
02:03:59 - WWII And Stalingrad
02:06:39 - Simplifying Urban Warfare
02:19:06 - Bubs Naturals Ad
02:19:09 - Eight Urban Rules
02:29:00 - Battle Of Mogadishu
02:33:04 - Two Key Lessons
02:41:47 - Underground Warfare
02:50:38 - Military Working Dogs
02:58:20 - Future Subterranean War
03:04:17 - Pentagon Budget Fights
03:06:41 - Closing Thoughts

#MikeDropPodcast #MikeRitland #Veteran #Military #Geopolitics #UrbanWarfare #JohnSpencer #ModernWarInstitute #WestPointAcademy #CombatLeadership #ChrisKyle #UndergroundWarfare #UrbanCombat #MilitaryDoctrine #BattleOfMogadishu #SpecialOperations #NavySEAL #MilitaryPodcast #USMilitary #AndyStumpf #MikeGlover #ValhallaVFT #ClearedHotPodcast #DonaldTrump #ShawnRyan #JoeRogan #DavidGoggins #VeteranStories