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Warships Pod

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WARSHIPS POD aims to put a spotlight on the world’s navies and features warships past, present, and future. We’ll cover current defense issues alongside interviews and commentary on the Royal Navy, US Navy, and all other navies across the globe, as well as looking back at historical events.

This is the podcast for WARSHIPS International Fleet Review, a monthly magazine.

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Welcome to the second part of a Warships Pod special, with returning guest Lee Pilgrim and host Iain Ballantyne diving into the state of the Royal Navy today, its decline since the 1990s and where next.

Also in this episode, Iain and Lee consider th... more

In the first instalment of a two part discussion host Iain Ballantyne talks to returning guest Lee Pilgrim about the State of the Royal Navy and its decline over the past 20-30 years.

Topics they tackle in this initial helping include: the shortage ... more

Host Iain Ballantyne talks to guests Gary Blackburn and James Bosbotinis about the Iran War, including the Strait of Hormuz struggle, how the conflict could shatter NATO plus what it has revealed about the state of the Royal Navy.

Topics also touche... more

In this episode host Iain Ballantyne talks to guest Steve Kershaw, a former Royal Navy submarine officer, about his amazing career under the sea and his work today helping to bring about the UK’S ‘Hybrid Navy’ transformation.

Iain kicks off by askin... more

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Lee Pilgrim
Returning guest
Episode: 50: The Royal Navy - Its Decline and Struggle to Survive Pt2
Gary Blackburn
Regular contributor to Warships IFR magazine
Warships IFR magazine
Episode: 48: Iran War Special - Not-so-Grand Strategy Shocker
Steve Kershaw
Consultant in Defence and Security specializing in military programmes
Episode: 47: Cold War & 1990s Submarines & the Hybrid Navy
Roger Moorhouse
A specialist in modern German and Polish history, particularly on the Third Reich and World War II.
Episode: 46: Churchill’s Peril: U-boat Wolfpacks
James Bosbotinis
Defense expert and books editor of The Naval Review
The Naval Review
Episode: 44: Bear and Dragon Rising
David Blagden
Associate Professor at the University of Exeter
University of Exeter
Episode: 39: A World at War: Inevitable or Avoidable?
David Murrin
Investor, Polymath, and author of Breaking the Code of History
Self-Employed, Author
Episode: 39: A World at War: Inevitable or Avoidable?
Dr. Emma Salisbury
Fellow at the Council on Geostrategy, specializing in naval matters and military procurement.
Episode: 36: State of the US Navy Pt1 with Dr Emma Salisbury
Dr. David Blagden
Associate Professor in International Security at the Strategy and Security Institute and in the Department of Social and Political Sciences at the University of Exeter.
University of Exeter
Episode: 35: Nukes, Putin’s Threats, Trump Returns & UK Defence Cuts

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Iain
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4.8 out of 5 stars from 55 ratings
  • Always fascinating

    Always enjoy listening to the podcast hearing about the events and historical escapades well presented with top class guests and just all round great shows

    Bravo Zulu

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sub Hunter 88
    Canada3 years ago
  • Just started listening and I love it

    I stumbled upon this podcast recently and enjoyed the discussion by the hosts and their guest(s) and I’d recommend it. I’ve learned a lot about a topic that interests me. Looking forward to more episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Justin from Albany
    United States4 years ago
  • Blew my mind (out of the water)

    An incredibly deep dive into the current news and world history through the lens of Naval affairs. I had previously not considered this angle and am so glad I found this new pod - I’m desperate for more!

    Currently the mainstream news are becoming more editorialised and often distract the public with fleeting things in their fight with digital. IFR gives context, history and time to massive issues that are otherwise only given a few minutes.

    This podcast is a good ship in a sea of jets ski... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Birdonkadonk.
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Wow passion and depth of knowledge

    Interesting show, you learn something every ep, this bloke and his guests are gurus but easy to listen to and understand, insightful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Barks787
    Australia5 years ago
  • Great episode

    Great start to the podcast. Looking forward to more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChrisCarrV
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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46: Churchill’s Peril: U-boat Wolfpacks
Q: What do you think the main lesson from the U-Boat War for modern military strategy is?
Timely military planning and strategic investment are crucial to effectively counter threats before they materialize.
46: Churchill’s Peril: U-boat Wolfpacks
Q: Do you think that the U-Boat Arm was more ineffective as it grew because of dilution in quality?
Yes, as the war progressed, the quality of U-Boat commanders and crew deteriorated due to high turnover rates and loss of experienced personnel.
46: Churchill’s Peril: U-boat Wolfpacks
Q: Did you find that the U-boat crews were motivated by love of Germany, Nazi ideology, or were they just caught up in the maelstrom of war?
The majority fought not for grand ideals but for their comrades, highlighting the complexities of individual motivations among U-boat crews.
46: Churchill’s Peril: U-boat Wolfpacks
Q: Can you explain your path to tackling the exports of the undersea warriors of the Third Reich?
Moorhouse discusses his transition into naval history and the personal family connection that inspired him to explore the U-boat narrative.
44: Bear and Dragon Rising
Q: How does uncertainty over U.S. involvement impact European defense decisions?
The uncertainty makes European states vulnerable and complicates defense planning against Russian actions.

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What is Warships Pod about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The conversations center on naval power, defense strategy, and geopolitical currents shaping maritime security. Across recent episodes, hosts and guests dissect current events (Iran, NATO, UK and US naval posture), evolving technologies (drones, hybrids, sea power modernization), and historical naval narratives (U-boats, World War II, battleships' relevance). The show blends insider naval experience with academic history to explore what governs sea power and how nations defend maritime interests. A notable strength is weaving frontline operational insight with strategic context, often challenging conventional grand-strategy assumptions and highlighting the need for modernized fleets and coherent defense narratives. This mix makes it a stron... more

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2. Gary Blackburn
3. Steve Kershaw
4. Roger Moorhouse
5. James Bosbotinis
6. David Blagden
7. David Murrin
8. Dr. Emma Salisbury

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