In this episode featuring Dr. Bruce Hoffman, we discuss the current status of the Islamic State, the foreign fighter phenomenon, Western states' response to the threat, the implications of a CBRN attack, and the prospects for a merger between AQ and IS. We discuss the evolution of terrorism as a phenomenon (hint: it's getting worse). We conclude by getting to know Dr. Hoffman a little better as he explains what piqued his interest in terrorism and shares a few stories behind the many mementos in his office. Bruce Hoffman is the author of Inside Terrorism (1998, 2006) and Anonymous Soldiers (2015).

The podcast is produced by Jeffrey D. Palmer. Music: http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music