Ryan Evans leads War on the Rocks as a specialized media platform that bridges the gap between the defense establishment and academic rigor. The outlet produces a technical suite of analysis, most notably the Net Assessment podcast and The Russia Contingency series, which features expert-led battlefield updates. Recent content has secured high-level access to institutional leaders, including conversations with Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. and Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall. By focusing on the intersection of defense technology and realism, the platform provides deep dives into topics like the PLA modernization and semiconductor supply chains. The editorial voice is pragmatic and institutional, rooted in Evans’s background as a war studies analyst. Recent wins include the launch of The Iran Reckoning with Afshon Ostovar, further expanding their regional expertise. This focus on first-hand reporting from locations like Ukraine and NATO headquarters makes the brand a primary source for professionals in the defense industry and global policy circles.