In the 38th episode of Battle Rhythm, Stef and Steve talk about the Year Ahead Conference, growing confrontation involving China and Trump’s last foreign policy moves. In preparation for our the CDSN’s upcoming annual Year Ahead Conference our feature interview guest is the keynote speaker Jacqueline O’Neill [22:10], Canada’s Ambassador of Women Peace and Security. This week’s RnR segment [53:30], where we will provide some levity in these trying times with entertainment reviews and suggestions; Steve’s RnR picks for the week are:

1. Mysterious Island (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1705125/)

2. Sandra Perron, Out Standing in the Field (https://www.mcnallyrobinson.com/9781770864948/sandra-perron/out-standing-in-the-field)

3. Dumplin’ more Dolly! (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4878482/)