Episode
The history and future of women in the military
- Podcast
- River to River
- Published
- Apr 28, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 2874
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- https://www.iowapublicradio.org/podcast/river-to-river/2026-04-28/history-future-women-in-military-archive
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Summary
The Pentagon launched a formal review of women in ground-combat positions. On this archive episode, what lead to this review and how could it impact the United States Armed Forces? Amy Rutenberg, an ISU historian, summarizes the long arc of women's service in the U.S. Military. Then, guests offer competing perspectives on combat effectiveness and standards. (This episode was originally produced in January 2026.)