In a discussion with host Carrie Lee, Mara Karlin analyzes the three critical challenges facing civil-military relations in the aftermath of the post-9/11 conflicts: the military's internal cohesion, its connection with American society, and its engagement with political leadership. Drawing on the research for her book "The Inheritance," which includes interviews with senior military figures, Karlin highlights a "crisis of confidence" within the armed forces. This crisis, she argues, is rooted in the complexities of fighting irregular warfare and the absence of a clear sense of achievement. The conversation delves into the ramifications of the Afghanistan withdrawal, the expanded responsibilities of the National Guard and Reserve, and recommendations for preserving robust civil-military ties. Furthermore, they explore the expanding disconnect between the military and the civilian population, a phenomenon Karlin describes as a "crisis of caring."

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