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Battleground

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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, events, and figures from conflicts around the world.Goalhanger Podcasts

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  • Apr 21, 2023 · 36 min

    44. Prigozhin Back in Favour?

    <p>This week Saul and Patrick discuss the latest twist in the extraordinary story of Wagner group chief Yevgeny Prigozhin. Only a few weeks ago it seemed that his star was waning – instead it seems he’s back in favour with the man who matters – Vladimir Putin. They also discuss the ongoing fallout from the US intelligence leak, and answer a wide variety of listeners questions.</p><p>If you have any thoughts or questions, you can send them to - battlegroundukraine@gmail.com</p><p>Producer: James

  • Apr 19, 2023 · 35 min

    43. The Big Interview: Back to the Front with Julius Strauss

    Julius Strauss returns to the podcast in this week's interview, he's back in Ukraine and has been traveling across the country from Lviv in the the west, to close to the frontline in the East. He discusses some of the realities and tensions inside Ukraine - from the rift in the Orthodox Church to the use of Russian language by sections of the population. <br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href=

  • Apr 14, 2023 · 34 min

    42. Intelligence Leaks

    <p>In this episode Saul and Patrick review the US intelligence leak and what this tells us about the reach of US intelligence, the state of the Ukrainian armed forces, and the consequences of the leak for the upcoming Ukrainian counter-offensive. They also discuss a couple of interesting developments within Russia: including reports that Wagner group boss Yevgeny Prigozhin is advancing his political aspirations by seeking to gain control of a Russian political party.</p><p>If you have any though

  • Apr 12, 2023 · 29 min

    41. The Big Interview: Janet Anderson & Stephanie van den Berg on Putin's Arrest Warrant

    <p>This week's interview discusses the decision by ICC judges to issue&nbsp;arrest warrants&nbsp;against Vladimir Putin&nbsp;and Maria Lvova-Belova. Joining Saul and Patrick to delve into the topic are two Hague based journalists and hosts of international justice podcast Asymmetrical Haircuts - Janet Anderson and Stephanie van den Berg. </p><p>If you have any thoughts or questions, you can send them to - battlegroundukraine@gmail.com</p><p>Producer: James Hodgson</p><p>Twitter: @PodBattleground

  • Apr 7, 2023 · 33 min

    40. Snipers, Assassinations, and New Nato Members

    <p>This week on Battleground: Saul and Patrick cast doubt over claims by the Wagner group that they have more or less taken Bakhmut, they take a look at the possible suspects behind the assassination of a Russian military blogger in St Petersburg, and they look at Finlands rapid accession to NATO which doubles NATO's border with Russia. They also delve into a fascinating haul of listeners questions.</p><p>If you have any thoughts or questions, you can send them to - battlegroundukraine@gmail.com

  • Apr 5, 2023 · 23 min

    39. The Big Interview: Matteo Patrone on Reconstruction and Development in Ukraine

    <p>Joining Patrick and Saul for this week's interview is Matteo Patrone - the Managing Director of Eastern Europe and the Caucasus (EEC) at the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD).&nbsp;He discusses the work the EBRD has done in Ukraine both since the collapse of communism in the 1990's and more recently since Russia's full scale invasion last year. He also sets out how much Ukraine will need in the process of reconstruction once the war is over. </p><p>If you have any though

  • Mar 31, 2023 · 35 min

    38. 'The Ukrainian Churchill'

    <p>This week on Battleground: Ukraine, Saul and Patrick take a look at the latest changes in the Russian high command following their unsuccessful recent offensive, Putin's decision to deploy tactical nukes in Belarus, and celebrity visits to Kyiv. </p><p>They also answer some of the many listeners questions that have been sent in this past week.</p><p>If you have any thoughts or questions, you can send them to - battlegroundukraine@gmail.com</p><p>Producer: James Hodgson</p><p>Twitter: @PodBatt

  • Mar 29, 2023 · 33 min

    37. The Big Interview with Dr Karin von Hippel

    <p>Joining Saul and Patrick for this week's big interview, is the current Director-General of the Royal United Services Institute - Dr Karin von Hippel. In this brilliant and wide ranging interview, she talks in depth about China Russia relations, their growing influence in Africa, and the difficulties the West faces in the future. </p><p>If you have any thoughts or questions, you can send them to - battlegroundukraine@gmail.com</p><p>Producer: James Hodgson</p><p>Twitter: @PodBattleground</p><b

  • Mar 24, 2023 · 41 min

    36. Xi's Moscow Visit

    <p>In this Friday's episode of Battleground: Ukraine, Saul and Patrick take a look away from the battlefield, at the big news this week - the visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping to Moscow. Also discussed is the decision by the International Criminal Court in The Hague to charge Vladimir Putin with war crimes, and Britain’s decision to include depleted uranium shells with the Challenger 2 tanks it is sending to Ukraine. They also spend time as ever, answering a great selection of listeners’ que

  • Mar 22, 2023 · 37 min

    35. Mark Urban on Airborne Forces, Western Armour, and What Next?

    <p>Joining Patrick for this week’s interview is Mark Urban, the diplomatic editor for BBC Newsnight, Military Historian, and former Tank Officer. He discusses a range of topics including: the Russian airborne assault on Hostomel airport, why Infantry Fighting Vehicles are significant, and how artillery remains critically important in modern warfare.</p><p>If you have any thoughts or questions, you can send them to - battlegroundukraine@gmail.com</p><p>Producer: James Hodgson</p><p>Twitter: @PodB

  • Mar 17, 2023 · 37 min

    34. Mutiny in the Russian Ranks?

    <p>In the latest episode of Battleground Ukraine, Saul and Patrick consider the logic of Ukraine’s decision to continue fighting for the city of Bakhmut, and they discuss reports that elements of the Russian armed forces – including the elite Spetsnaz special forces - are suffering high desertions rates and, in some instances, are mutinying in the face of certain death. They also discuss listeners thoughts and questions.</p><p>If you have any thoughts or questions, you can send them to - battleg

  • Mar 15, 2023 · 33 min

    33. David Alexander on The Cyber War

    <p>Joining Saul and Patrick in this weeks interview is leading cyber expert David Alexander, who tells us about the latest developments playing out in the cyber front of the war. He also shares his knowledge from his time as a fast jet pilot, about the role of drones in the conflict, and why you still need manned aircraft in conflicts today. </p><p>If you have any thoughts or questions, you can send them to - battlegroundukraine@gmail.com</p><p>Producer: James Hodgson</p><p>Twitter: @PodBattlegr

  • Mar 10, 2023 · 38 min

    32. What Next in Bakhmut?

    <p>As the Battle for Bakhmut looks as if it is reaching its climax, Saul and Patrick - equipped with information from a specialist insider briefing by Western officials, delve into the latest developments and look at where the Battle is likely to go. They also explore some rare details of Putin's personal life, and answer a multitude of fascinating listeners questions.</p><p>If you have any thoughts or questions, you can send them to - battlegroundukraine@gmail.com</p><p>Producer: James Hodgson<

  • Mar 8, 2023 · 51 min

    31. Simon Sebag Montefiore - Russian Rulers Past and Present

    <p>What can we learn about Putin's motivations for this war and how the conflict is likely to continue, by looking into Russian history? In our first in-depth interview, we hear from the brilliant historian, Simon Sebag Montefiore, the author of multiple prizewinning books on Russia. Sebag explains the historical relationship between Ukraine and Russia, how Putin fits into a long line of Russian autocratic rulers, and his assessment on how the conflict will play out. </p><p>If you have any thoug

  • Mar 3, 2023 · 48 min

    30. China's Peace Plan

    <p>This week Saul and Patrick discuss the main news coming from the battlefield, which is the growing possibility that the fighting to control the town of Bakhmut may be reaching a climax. Furthermore, they discuss the big diplomatic news from last week, the Chinese announcement of a 12 point plan to bring the war to an end. </p><p>Saul and Patrick also take a deeper dive into listeners questions, and Saul tells us about his exciting new project the Content Club - http://www.content-club.xyz</p>

  • Feb 24, 2023 · 54 min

    29. One Year On

    <p>Marking a grim anniversary - one year since Russia's invasion of Ukraine on 24 February 2022, Saul and Patrick reflect over what has happened in the past 12 months, and assess how the war and the commentary around it has evolved. Additionally, Lieutenant Colonel Pavlo Khazan makes a return to the podcast, speaking from his base on the frontlines around Zaporizhzhia.</p><p>If you have any thoughts or questions, you can send them to - battlegroundukraine@gmail.com</p><p>Producer: James Hodgson<

  • Feb 17, 2023 · 52 min

    28. Military Incompetence

    <p>This week Saul and Patrick discuss the Russian military incompetence which has resulted in, according to the British MoD, the heaviest rate of casualties for the Russians since the start of the war. They also talk to a remarkable woman Melania Podolyak who works for the Serhiy Prytula charity foundation, which delivers not only humanitarian aid to Ukrainian civilians but military kit and hardware including drones Ukrainian soldiers.</p><br><p>If you have any thoughts or questions, you can sen

  • Feb 10, 2023 · 56 min

    27. The People's Fight

    <p>This week we spoke to the brilliant documentary filmmaker Olly Lambert, who discusses his experiences and takeaways from filming the incredible on-the-ground documentary - Ukraine: The People's Fight. Patrick and Saul also delve into the latest news and developments, and answer listeners questions.</p><p>If you have any thoughts or questions, you can send them to - battlegroundukraine@gmail.com</p><p>Producer: James Hodgson</p><p>Twitter: @PodBattleground </p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; f

  • Feb 3, 2023 · 43 min

    26. Russian Advances

    <p>Returning to the podcast this week is friend of the podcast Julius Strauss. He discusses the recent Russian advances and the impact this is having on Ukrainian morale, plus he gives his eyewitness account of a Russian jet being shot down by a Ukrainian Missile. Saul and Patrick also delve into the latest news, including the latest US military aid package and answer some listeners questions.</p><p>If you are interested in supporting Julius in his project to help injured and traumatised Ukraini

  • Jan 27, 2023 · 44 min

    25. Leopards are coming

    <p>This week Saul and Patrick react to the huge development that Germany is finally releasing its Leopard II Tank's, and that the US is following suit by sending their M1 Abrams Tanks as well. Patrick also speaks to old friend and experienced war reporter Julius Strauss, who gives an excellent report from in and around the front lines</p><p>near Bakhmut.</p><p>If you have any questions you'd like to ask Patrick and Saul, please send them to - battlegroundukraine@gmail.com</p><p>Disclaimer - epis