The Principle of Distinction in the Autonomous Age

February 10
55 mins

Episode Description

Nathan Wood, author of "Bombs, Bots, and the Principle of Distinction: The Law of Armed Conflict and Contemporary Warfare," speaks on the principle of distinction in an age of autonomous warfare. He argues that while some concerns about these technologies are valid, we must move beyond general debates to address the specific legal and operational realities of concrete systems. Our conversation explores how the US military can utilize these advancements while maintaining a fundamental, felt sense of human responsibility.

Hosts: Sheena Chestnut Greitens and Ryan Vest

Producer: Jordan Morning

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