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Biological War: A Scenario
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August 4, 2026
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28:09Now PlayingIs America prepared for biological war? That’s the question Annie Jacobsen set out to answer in her latest book, Biological War: A Scenario. On this episode of Settle In, Geoff Bennett speaks with Jacobsen about how weaponized pathogens could lead to a civilization-ending event. Based on interviews with former high-ranking officials in the military and intelligence communities, and even leaders of AI companies, Jacobsen lays out a startling view of America’s preparedness for biological war.
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