The Ted Stevens Center for Arctic Security Studies has released a new episode of its Arctic Connections podcast featuring Dr. Kathryn Friedman, Distinguished Professor and North American Arctic Policy Advisor at the Ted Stevens Center, in conversation with Sara Cohen, Deputy Chief of Mission for Foreign Policy and National Security at the Canadian Embassy in Washington, D.C.
The episode explores the strategic importance of the North American Arctic, the foundations of enduring U.S.-Canada security cooperation, Canada’s latest defense commitments and investments, and what these developments mean for the future of Arctic security and defense.
The discussion is shared by Randy “Church” Kee, Director of the Ted Stevens Center, who noted the episode’s relevance to the evolving security landscape across the North American Arctic. The Ted Stevens Center, a Department of Defense regional center, has been expanding its 2026 offerings with new courses and asynchronous learning to meet growing demand from warfighters.
The episode is available on Apple Podcasts and other platforms.
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