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Welcome to the War Studies podcast. We bring you world-leading research from the School of Security Studies at King’s College London, the largest community of scholars in the world dedicated to the study of all aspects of security, defence and international relations. We aim to explore the complex realm of conflict and uncover the challenges at the heart of navigating world affairs and diplomatic ... more

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In the fourth edition of the King’s College London War Studies War Stories podcast miniseries, hosted by King’s alumni Rupert Lane and Nick Denning (BA War Studies, 2002-2005), Ru and Nick speak to Dr. Tiania Stevens (MA War Studies, 2007-2008), who ... more

In the third edition of the King’s College London War Studies War Stories podcast miniseries, hosted by King’s alumni Rupert Lane and Nick Denning (War Studies, 2002-2005), Ru and Nick speak to Rory Moylan (War Studies, 2002-2005), who worked as a hu... more

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In this third episode of The Helsinki Brief: Inside Finnish Intelligence and Security, Dr Paul McGarr (King’s College London) is joined again by Hannamiina Tanninen of the Finnish Security and Intelligence Service (SUPO) to explore Finland’s 'compreh... more

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In this episode, Colin Smith, co-ordinator of the UN Security Council’s 1267/1988 Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team, joins Tim Willasey-Wilsey, King’s Visiting Professor, Graham Aikin, PhD researcher at King’s, and Dr Paul McGarr, Lect... more

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Recent Guests

Tiania Stevens
Journalist with extensive frontline experience in Iraq and Afghanistan
Former journalist; War Studies student and academic
Episode: A Journalist on the frontline of the 'War on Terror', Iraq and Afghanistan, 2001-2010
Rory Moylan
Head of Region for the Middle East, North Africa and Europe at the British Red Cross
British Red Cross
Episode: War Stories, Episode 3: A Humanitarian in a conflict zone, Afghanistan and Ukraine, 2009-2021
Colin Smith
Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team member, UN
United Nations
Episode: Afghanistan: 25 Years After 9/11. On the Brink of Another Crisis?
Graham Aikin
Former banker, counter-terrorist financing expert
King's College London
Episode: Afghanistan: 25 Years After 9/11. On the Brink of Another Crisis?
Craig Larkin
Research Lead on Memory and Conflict on Xcept
King's College London
Episode: Nostalgia - Shared Histories, Divided Futures
Clara Voyvodic
Lecturer in Peace Studies
University of Bradford
Episode: Nostalgia - Shared Histories, Divided Futures
Maria El Sammak
Research Assistant on Xcept
King's College London
Episode: Nostalgia - Shared Histories, Divided Futures
Unnamed Colombian case study ( Jose Gutierrez referenced)
Colombia nostalgia and branding in insurgent groups
University of York / local collaborators
Episode: Nostalgia - Shared Histories, Divided Futures
Jamie Irwin
King's College War Studies graduate, Army officer who deployed in Afghanistan
Royal Scots Dragoon Guards
Episode: War Stories, Episode 2: A British Armoured Commander in Afghanistan, 2011

Hosts

Nick M./Henry Redwood/Rupert Lane & Guests
Core hosts and frequent contributors from the King's College London War Studies ecosystem, including senior researchers, lecturers, and a dedicated host team.
King's College London War Studies Hosts
Hosts affiliated with the School of Security Studies; recurring voices include researchers and educators guiding episodes.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 306 ratings
  • Great stuff!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    mowgli
    6 months ago
  • Too woke

    This podcast pushes a specific narrative. Muscle discussions are one-sided and not grounded in any reality

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    apt6ix
    United States4 years ago
  • Taste

    Good interviews and great intro music

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cuauhtémoc Gutiérrez
    Mexico6 years ago
  • Diversity of Opinion?

    Is it even possible anymore to have nuanced discussions on issues and not straight pandering to a tribe? This podcast is terrible.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    J Montell
    United States6 years ago
  • Perfect for Fans of The Americans

    Expert knowledge but easy to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Muyserin
    Germany6 years ago

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Thoughtful, scholarly analysis with strong guest lineups.
Diverse topics from memory and peacebuilding to cyberwarfare.

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A Journalist on the frontline of the 'War on Terror', Iraq and Afghanistan, 2001-2010
Q: What is one key ethical takeaway you carry from your war reporting experience?
Always balance the imperative to tell the truth with the responsibility to consider how reporting affects the people involved, recognizing that editors and militaries can constrain storytelling but journalists must still seek the human core of each story.
A Journalist on the frontline of the 'War on Terror', Iraq and Afghanistan, 2001-2010
Q: How did your embedding with military units work, and what were the major shifts you noticed over the years?
Initially there was more openness and freedom, with fewer rules, but from 2005 the PR machine tightened and you needed a dedicated handler and clear accreditation to move; this changed how you could access stories and how you were able to publish.
A Journalist on the frontline of the 'War on Terror', Iraq and Afghanistan, 2001-2010
Q: What initially drew you to report from conflict zones, and how did your motivation evolve?
From a young age I wanted to be a reporter, drawn to human stories and the impact of conflict; over time this grew into a persistence to cover the personal narratives and ethical complexities rather than just headlines.
War Stories, Episode 1: A British Infantry Officer in Afghanistan, 2007
Q: How did Private Gray's death affect the unit, and how did morale evolve over the tour?
The death initially prompted professional mourning, followed by a surge in resolve as the battalion focused on maintaining operational tempo and honoring fallen comrades. Leadership ensured continued operations, with morale reinforced by successful patrols and near-term victories, and by personal contact with families and support networks back home.
War Stories, Episode 1: A British Infantry Officer in Afghanistan, 2007
Q: Can you describe the first major contact you faced and what you learned from that engagement?
We were confronted by a coordinated ambush with enemy fire from multiple directions as we extended into Salkani. The experience underscored the limits of visibility in dense urban terrain, the importance of pre-planned arcs of fire, and the need for decisive, well-coordinated use of indirect fire to relieve pressure and enable extraction while preserving lives.

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This show centers on security studies, conflict, and international relations, featuring in-depth conversations with academics, policy researchers, journalists, and military professionals. Episodes explore topics from nostalgia and peacebuilding in post-conflict settings to frontline leadership, intelligence culture, and the ethics of war reporting, often pairing case studies with theoretical framing. A notable strength is the breadth of guests from King's College London and partner institutions, offering rigorous analysis alongside firsthand war experiences and investigative journalism. The format tends to blend historical reflection, policy implications, and practical insights for decision-makers and scholars alike, with occasional focus o... more

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2. Rory Moylan
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4. Graham Aikin
5. Craig Larkin
6. Clara Voyvodic
7. Maria El Sammak
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