# The Iran War Won’t End

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Podcast: [Unclassified With Preston Stewart and Ben Wheeler](https://stenobird.com/podcast/unclassified-with-preston-stewart-and-ben-wheeler-7563784)
Published: 2026-03-28T16:07:36+00:00
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Preston Stewart analyzes the upcoming ground invasion of Iran, the opening of the strait of the Hormuz, and the lack of strategy in a war with Iran. Unfiltered, unpolished, and undeniably engaging, Unclassified with Preston Stewart & Ben Wheeler brings global politics, geopolitics, and international relations to life. Join Preston and Ben as they break down the world's most pressing issues with a mix of sharp analysis, candid humor, and an occasional dose of chaos. Whether it's decoding international power plays or dissecting the latest global headlines, they cut through the noise to deliver smart, relatable conversations you actually want to listen to. Forget the monotony - this is global affairs for the rest of us. Preston Stewart: @PrestonStewart @PrestonStew_ on X, IG, and TikTok. Ben Wheeler: @BenWheeler @BenTheWheeler on IG Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 01:17 Connecting the Dots: Bison, Chestnuts, and American Malaise 02:06 Preston's Experience at Penn State and Military Engagements 03:04 Missed Week and Personal Updates 03:50 President's Statement on Iran and Regional Shock 05:27 Critique of US Leadership and War Planning 08:01 US Military Movements and Strategic Concerns 09:29 Messaging Failures and War Communication Strategies 11:41 Iran's Checkmate and US Limitations 14:20 The Risks of Half-Hearted Military Actions 15:44 The D-Day Analogy and War Planning Lessons 17:16 Iran's Perception of Victory and Strategic Deception 20:43 US Perception of War and Iran's Checkmate 23:53 Oil, Strait of Hormuz, and Global Economic Risks 28:20 Iran's Infrastructure and Regime Stability 31:17 US Naval Movements and Regional Tensions 33:45 US Global Interests and Strategic Failures 39:25 Potential Oil Crisis and Economic Shocks 43:35 Global Power Dynamic…

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