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BFBS Sitrep

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Ukraine
NATO
Russia
HMS Diamond
Middle East
Royal Navy
British Army
UK Armed Forces
China
Royal Marines
UK Defense
Strategic Command
Israel-Hamas War
Taiwan
Leadership
HMS Bulwark
HMS Albion
Artificial Intelligence
Special Forces
Defence Intelligence

Award winning Defence podcast from BFBS.

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Could hundreds or thousands of British troops be sent to Ukraine to support a peace plan in 2026? If there’s no deal how can Ukraine turn the tide of Russian gains? And where in the world might we see a new major conflict break out?

Sitrep brings to... more

Donald Trump’s new National Security Strategy prioritises improving relations with Russia and China, while calling for resistance to “weak leaders” in Europe.

Professor Michael Clarke explains why he thinks this will embolden Russia rather than givi... more

When a Greek military coup and Turkish invasion plunged Cyprus into a bloody conflict, more than 30,000 British military personnel and their dependents were caught up in the crisis.

They didn’t want to be part of the fighting, but came perilously cl... more

The Royal Navy is “vulnerable to promoting toxic leaders”.  This is not a warning from a pressure group, or a critical MPs report, it has come from the new First Sea Lord.

Former Royal Navy Commander Tom Sharpe shares personal experiences to explain... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Southam
Historian and author of 'Cyprus 1974, Conflict in the Mediterranean, No Control, No Conspiracy'
Episode: Cyprus 1974 - when Britain nearly gave up its vital sovereign bases
Marina Henke
Director of the Centre for International Security and professor of international relations at the Hurti School
Hertie School
Episode: How can ‘toxic leadership’ be stopped?
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?
Steve Prest
Former First Sea Lord and Royal Navy expert
Episode: Will the Army ever be able to use Ajax?
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
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
William Alberque
Former director of NATO's Arms Control Disarmament and WMD Non-Proliferation Centre
Episode: Are we in a new nuclear arms race?
Sofia Gaston
Senior Research Fellow at King's College London, Government Advisor
King's College London
Episode: Should we be worried about AUKUS?

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Kate Chabot
Host of the program presenting on various military matters with a journalist's insight.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 155 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 Kingdom4 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 Kingdoma year 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 Kingdom7 years ago

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Overall, there is a strong appreciation for the depth of analysis provided surrounding military matters.
Some feedback suggests improvements are needed regarding audio quality and clarity during interviews.
Listeners appreciate the wide-ranging topics covered, particularly those related to current military challenges and defense strategies.

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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?

This podcast provides in-depth discussions on current military affairs, analyzing both historical contexts and contemporary issues faced by armed forces. The episodes frequently cover topics such as military operations, defense strategies, international relations, and legal concerns surrounding armed conflict. Engaging interviews with experts, including military professionals and scholars, highlight the complexities of issues ranging from emerging technologies in warfare to geopolitical tensions in various global hotspots. The unique inclusion of both military personnel and civilian perspectives likely enriches the understanding of the challenges facing modern armed forces and their implications for international security.

Listeners can ex... more

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3. James Wharton
4. Rosie Layden
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