
A history podcast that explores the narratives, turning points, and characters that shape conflicts, encompassing a blend of social and military history. Following on from the series on the Falklands War, best-selling military historians Patrick Bishop, Saul David, and Roger Moorhouse turn their attention every Friday to the war in Ukraine, and every Wednesday look back at the significant wars, ev... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 405 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | History | |||

If you would like to watch this podcast you can watch it on Spotify or you can find it on YouTube here: www.youtube.com/@BattlegroundUkraine
In this special on-the-ground edition of Battleground Special Forces, Saul David and Julius Strauss ... more
The Battleground team returns to Ukraine to witness how a whirlwind year of shifting geopolitics and a brutal winter have transformed the nation.
On our first day in Odesa, hosts Saul David and Julius Strauss explore a city that remains a stunning a... more
As the war between America, Israel, and Iran escalates, the ripple effects are being felt acutely in Ukraine.
In this episode, Patrick and Saul analyse the "extraordinary diplomatic developments" emerging from the White House, where President Trump ... more
In this episode of Battleground, Saul David and Patrick Bishop dive into a packed mailbag to answer your thoughts and questions on the elite units and daring raids that defined 20th-century special operations.
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Tried again 6 Mar 26. after 1 yr break. First episode Trump derangememt syndrome. Sorry. I’m with the other HALF who do not suffer TDS. Why reduce yr audience?
Fools. Wont listen ever again now.
I enjoy how the hosts navigate historical and contemporary events.
I’m appreciative of their ability to mix facts and experience into their stories and speculations.
I respect their honesty and humility, unafraid to serve a bold-take, yet able to admit some unknowns.
I’m from the USA and consider it a great privilege to tune into the show.
One question I’ve been wondering, will EU countries ever send bodies into Ukraine like Russia has recruited their own foreign allies? Can hardly be seen (c... more
Well obviously he was a villain. It was a “genocide,” don’t ya know ?
Poor analysis and wildly inaccurate predictions on the war with a weekly Trump bashing session.
Was one of my favourites but the frequency of adverts makes me crazy. Time to unsubscribe!
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The program combines deep historical context with current conflict analysis, pairing seasoned military historians as they unpack turning points, leadership decisions, and strategic dynamics across wars and ongoing crises. Episodes often balance long-running World War II narratives with on-the-ground coverage of the Ukraine war, weaving in guests and primary sources to illuminate complex geopolitical moves, military strategy, and the human costs of conflict. A notable strength is the rigorous, example-driven discussions that connect past and present, offering listeners insight into how history informs today's security and foreign policy debates.
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