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BFBS Sitrep

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Ukraine
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Israel-Hamas War
Taiwan
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Award winning Defence podcast from BFBS.

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Just two weeks after being declared safe, with a squadron ready to go, a “Do Not Use” order has been issued for Ajax armoured vehicles, because of more noise and vibration injuries.

James Wharton from BFBS Forces News, who used to drive the vehicles... more

Investigations into past actions by British forces, from Northern Ireland to Afghanistan, are damaging morale, leading some to quit the forces, and threatening our national security. 

So said 8 retired generals and a retired Air Marshal in an open l... more

As Russian troops battle to secure their most significant gain in Ukraine in over a yar – we look at how they’re drawing on deception tactics from the second world war.

Also, the world’s largest warship arrives in the Caribbean as the US continues t... more

Donald Trump’s suggested the US could restart explosive tests of nuclear weapons, after more than 30 years. Is this a symptom of a nuclear arms race already underway, or could it kickstart one?

William Alberque, who has played a leading role in NATO... more

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Recent Guests

James Wharton
BFBS Forces News reporter
BFBS
Episode: Will the Army ever be able to use Ajax?
Rosie Layden
BFBS Forces News reporter
BFBS
Episode: Will the Army ever be able to use Ajax?
Patrick Hennessey
Former army officer with operational tours to Iraq and Afghanistan, retrained as a barrister and has advised the government.
Episode: Protecting those who defend us
Reverend Nicholas Mercer
Served in army legal services for two decades, retired as a lieutenant colonel in 2011, and was commander legal during the 2003 invasion of Iraq.
Episode: Protecting those who defend us
William Alberque
Former director of NATO's Arms Control Disarmament and WMD Non-Proliferation Centre
Episode: Are we in a new nuclear arms race?
Colonel John Blaxland
Former Australian military intelligence officer, now Professor
Australian National University
Episode: Should we be worried about AUKUS?
Sofia Gaston
Senior Research Fellow at King's College London, Government Advisor
King's College London
Episode: Should we be worried about AUKUS?
Bernard Cornwell
Author known for historical military fiction, creator of Richard Sharpe and Uhtred of Bebenberg.
Author
Episode: EXTRA - Bernard Cornwell, the master military storyteller
Roman Pahulych
Frontline correspondent for Radio Free Europe, Radio Liberty
Radio Free Europe
Episode: Ukraine’s battle lines explained and explored

Hosts

Kate Chabot
Host of Sitrep.
James Hurst
Host of Sitrep.
Kate Gerbeau
Host of Sitrep.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 153 ratings
  • Good analysis but mute Kate’s mic!

    Wide ranging topics, up to date and interesting. Please mute Kate’s mic - hearing her breathing in my ear whilst trying to listen is very distracting!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    imagehexane
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Good analysis

    Wide ranging topics, up to date and interesting. Please mute the interviewers mic - hearing them breathing in my year whilst trying to listen is very distracting!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    imagehexane
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Eye opening excellent program

    Kate tweezing the best out of her interviewees

    All these programs help civilians understand what makes service personnel tick

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    postmandick
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Excellent programme, shame about the podcast

    The Sitrep programme is excellent and I look forward to the weekly instalments as one of the highlights of my podcasting week. However, the podcast is sometimes a repeat of a previous episode or, in a recent case, a two-minute news flash rather than the programme advertised. Why does no one check this before release?

    For example, 13 June 2019 episode has people talking about leaving the EU on 29 March. This is presumably a repeat of an old episode, rather than the one advertised? It’s been a c... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    M247A1
    United Kingdom6 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the wide-ranging topics and in-depth analysis of current events.
Some feedback indicates frustration regarding audio quality, particularly related to the host's mic settings.
Concerns have been raised about occasional content repeats or miscommunication about episode themes.
The program is praised for its ability to make complex military topics accessible to civilians.

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Will the Army ever be able to use Ajax?
Q: What is the fallback if there's another long delay or even worse, they can't fix Ajax?
There are alternatives like the Boxer vehicle, but the decision leans heavily on making Ajax work due to its multipurpose design.
Will the Army ever be able to use Ajax?
Q: What actually happened to the 31 soldiers who were affected?
They fell ill after spending time on the Ajax platform during a major exercise on Salisbury Plain, which has since been paused.
EXTRA – The Rise and Fall of the British Army
Q: What about the failures during those 50 years? Is it fair to describe Iraq and Afghanistan as failures for the army?
While the Army executed its tasks, it faced challenges due to inadequate political leadership and organizational failures.
EXTRA – The Rise and Fall of the British Army
Q: What are some of the other successes?
Bosnia, Kosovo, and Sierra Leone stand out as operational successes due to effective leadership and military strategy.
EXTRA – The Rise and Fall of the British Army
Q: And that high point, the high plateau you talked about between 1990 and 2003. In terms of military achievement, what was it about that period, do you think?
The Army had great foundations, improved combat capabilities, good equipment, and effective training which led to successful operations.

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Frequently Asked Questions About BFBS Sitrep

What is BFBS Sitrep about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content primarily revolves around national and international defense issues, military strategy, and geopolitical dynamics. Common discussion points include military developments in regions like Ukraine, the Middle East, and the Arctic, as well as the implications of international military partnerships and defense spending. The analysis frequently features insights from defense experts, historians, and military personnel who provide in-depth perspectives on the evolving landscape of military operations and strategies.

Listeners can expect a mix of historical context and current events, with an emphasis on understanding complex military topics. Noteworthy aspects include the podcast's focus on both contemporary military challenges and le... more

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4. Reverend Nicholas Mercer
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8. Bernard Cornwell

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