Podcasts about bfbs radio

Wow! What a legend!!! Jim Gellatly is the next guest on the podcast, a proper hero, Jim has championed new music in his career as a radio presenter that has spanned four decades!Former presenter of XFM Scotland's Drivetime show, and hosting a weekly unsigned showcase on Amazing Radio (Digital Radio in Dublin and London & online) and also hosts Breakfast on BFBS Radio, Jim's a well-known face (for the radio?) in the Scottish music scene and beyond.Dundee-born Jim Gellatly started his presenting career at MFR in Inverness over 20 years ago. Also working for Northsound 1, Beat 106, BBC Radio Scotland and the networked New Music show In:Demand Uncut (Bauer Radio), Jim's played a role in uncovering many of the most important bands around, including Oasis, Snow Patrol and Coldplay.The first person to play the likes of Biffy Clyro, The Fratellis, Twin Atlantic, Amy Macdonald and KT Tunstall on the radio, Coventry's The Enemy have also credited Jim on several occasions for picking up on them while still unsigned.In April 2008, at the O2 in London, he was presented with the Radio Academy's ‘John Peel Award for contribution to Music Radio'. Previous winners include Kenny Everett, Richard Park, Alan Freeman, Tony Blackburn, Steve Wright, Pete Tong, Chris Tarrant and John Peel himself (the award was renamed after his death).His regular ‘Jim Gellatly's NEW MUSIC' podcast was nominated as “Best Podcast or Radio Show” at the 2010 BT Digital Music Awards. In 2012 he was nominated at the prestigious Music Week Awards for his In:Demand Uncut show.Get in touch with Jim here:FacebookJim Gellatly (@jimgellatly) • Instagram photos and videosJim Gellatly (@JimGellatly) / X (twitter.com)Jim Gellatly – New Music in ScotlandAnd you can get in touch with me here:https://www.facebook.com/timeforheroespodcastTimeforheroespodcast (@Timeforheroesp1) / Twitterhttps://www.instagram.com/timetimeforheroespod@gmail.comTime For Heroes is written, produced and presented by Martin MorelArtwork courtesy of Rowan McDonagh Rowan McDonagh (@rowan_mcdonagh_design) • Instagram photos and videosMusic by The Young Hips, check them out here:https://open.spotify.com/artist/0wnBIA2KIwgNjCQPB6RY6h?si=Rd3wMJl5TImhlNDr9Wt3Yw Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interview with BFBS radio interview (British Forces Broadcasting Service) on what it takes to have careers success.

Stel joins Curtis on BFBS Radio to discuss the latest Cypriot football news. - Moment of the season - Goal and Player of the season - Cyprus National Team - Olympiacos & APOEL JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/EX2RaD5aCX Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @thisismappa

The Nepal earthquake: The current radio scene in Nepal. ARAMCO Radio in Saudi Arabia. BFBS Radio programming in Nepal. DXers Diary from KTWR. Jerry Plummer on the Caribbean Beacon, part 2.

The Nepal earthquake: The current radio scene in Nepal. ARAMCO Radio in Saudi Arabia. BFBS Radio programming in Nepal. DXers Diary from KTWR. Jerry Plummer on the Caribbean Beacon, part 2.

Saddam Hussein has not withdrawn his forces from Kuwait and the UN deadline has passed. The air war is getting underway and the RAF takes to the skies adding to the firepower of the coalition. This is the real thing, not a movie and there is danger ahead for pilots, navigators and ground crew. Listen as the decision makers, military commanders and ordinary soldiers, sailors and airmen all reflect on their roles in the 1991 Gulf War, 30 years on. This is an original podcast series from BFBS. Presented by Jade Callaway. Produced by Jade Callaway and Jess Bracey Sound design by Joe Carden Edited by Josella Waldron With thanks to Emma Davies, Laura Makin-Isherwood, Simon Newton, Rob Olver and Claire Sadler at Forces News BBC SFX library: NHU9720323, 07070016, 07025003. Archive: The Prime Minister speaks to forces families in Germany (Simon and the Squad, BFBS Radio 1991) The Gulf War: How did the RAF Prepare (BFBS TV 1990)

Thousands of British troops are primed and ready to fight Saddam's forces in the gulf. The training is done and now it's time to wait. It's a bit boring though, especially as smartphones haven't been invented yet. So to lift morale they read their blueys from home, eat their NAAFI chocolate and tune in to their very own radio station. Listen as the decision makers, military commanders and ordinary soldiers, sailors and airmen all reflect on their roles in the 1991 Gulf War, 30 years on. This is an original podcast series from BFBS. Presented by Jade Callaway. Produced by Jade Callaway and Jess Bracey Sound design by Joe Carden Edited by Josella Waldron With thanks to, Simon Guettier, Rory Higgins, BFBS Archivist Alan Grace and Claire Sadler at Forces News. NAAFI By Land & Sea (Copyright Sue A Lowe) Archive: The Gulf War: How did the British Army Prepare (BFBS TV 1990) The Prime Minister speaks to Forces Families in Germany (Simon and the Squad, BFBS Radio 1991) Interview with John McCullough from the BFBS Archive BFBS Announcer: Richard Astbury

Please also plug listen again/podcast   In today's Sitrep with Kate Gerbeau and Christopher Lee… The UN hears pleas to intervene in Syria, but why the is the west is seemingly so reluctant to intervene? As Britain's stand-off with Iran continues, is there a diplomatic way to end it?  One week into Boris Johnson's premiership, what have we learned about his commitment to the forces? And are the repeated comparisons to Winston Churchill really justified? Plus, as an American teenager wins $3-million playing the video game Fortnite, how the military views gamers as a potential source of new recruits PROGRAMME TX THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum).  On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively - listen again on-line, www.forces.net/sitrep or download the Sitrep Podcast.

In today's Sitrep with Kate Gerbeau and Christopher Lee… We have a new Prime Minister and now a new Defence Secretary, so who is Ben Wallace? The UK wants to put together a European-led maritime protection mission in the Gulf – but what ships are needed and how will it work? Britain is going to deploy troops to Mali in Africa, but what will they be doing? And Sitrep's summer reading list:  delve deep into military history and foreign affairs with Sitrep's reading list. PROGRAMME TX THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum).  On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively - listen again on-line, www.forces.net/sitrep or download the Sitrep Podcast.

This week on Sitrep with Kate Gerbeau and Christopher Lee: Gavin Williamson has lost his job as Defence Secretary.  He was sacked by the Prime Minister because she believes he was the source of a leak from the National Security Council. The Chairman of the House of Commons Defence Committee Dr Julian Lewis gives his views on Williamson, the new woman in the job Penny Mordaunt and Huawei. He's joined by Professor Anthony Glees from the University of Buckingham. And Professor Eric Grove talks discusses the growing naval strength of China and Japan.   PROGRAMME TX THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases   You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum).  On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively - listen again on-line, www.forces.net/sitrep or download the Sitrep Podcast.  

In (today's) Sitrep with Kate Gerbeau and Christopher Lee: Are Islamic State really defeated in Syria or is it wishful thinking by President Trump? The UK hosts the Nato's 70th summit later this year – is it chance to modernise the alliance? Find out why there are now more Gurkhas joining the British Army than in the past 30 years. And as we wave goodbye to the Tornado, Sitrep looks at how it will compare to other “iconic” RAF aircraft That's all in  Sitrep, Thurs at 6.30 UK time, or listen to the Podcast at any time. PROGRAMME TX THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum).  On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively - listen again on-line, www.forces.net/sitrep or download the Sitrep Podcast.

Sitrep looks at the highs and lows of 2018   From the Novichok poisoning in Salisbury to President Trump's historic talks with North Korea's leader.   The RAF celebrated 100 years, the Royal Navy put its new Carrier to sea and we remembered the fallen of first World War in the centenary of the Armistice   Plus: will the Modernising Defence Programme deliver what it promises?   And what's in store for 2019?  – How will Brexit change British and European Security?  And what other global threats might our Armed Forces face?   GUESTS General The Lord Dannatt, former CGS Professor Michael Clarke, defence analyst Dr Julian Lewis, Chair of the HoC Defence Select Committee Dr Karin von Hippel, Director General of RUSI Christopher Lee, BFBS' defence analyst     ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Check out our Facebook video on the Forces News facebook  (after 15.15 UKT)   PROGRAMME TX THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:00pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases   You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum).  On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively - listen again on-line, www.forces.net/sitrep or download the Sitrep Podcast.

In this week's Sitrep with Kate Gerbeau and Christopher Lee… Should we be banning one of China's biggest telecoms firms from involvement in Britain's next-generation mobile networks? The head of MI6 is asking that question, and many of Britain's global security partners have already taken action – should the UK follow suit? As Russia threatens to escalate missile production – are we heading into a new Cold War era? Could climate change create a security crisis triggering a military response? Plus the ethic of autonomous weapons – as the Army tests a potential killer robot. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Check out our Facebook video on the Forces News facebook  (after 15.15 UKT) PROGRAMME TX THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum).  On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively - listen again on-line, www.forces.net/sitrep or download the Sitrep Podcast.

In this week's episode with Kate Gerbeau and Christopher Lee…. Has the Matthew Hedges' case made for tricky relations between Britain and the UAE?    Is it time to ditch the Russian-American missile treaties and start again? It's Thanksgiving in America but is it a bad time to say thank you? And the Armed Forces Covenant - what has it done for you?   ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Check out our Facebook video on the Forces News facebook Thursdays (15.15 GMT)   PROGRAMME TX THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases   You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum).  On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively - listen again on-line, www.forces.net/sitrep or download the Sitrep Podcast.

In today's Sitrep with Kate Gerbeau and Christopher Lee….. Brexit – what happens to the military?  Is the Defence Budget threatened and what about NATO? Does Britain still have influence in the Middle East and has the US lost its global military edge ? Plus - how does the MoD monitor big defence contracts? ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Check out our Facebook video on the Forces News facebook  (after 15.15 UKT) PROGRAMME TX THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum).  On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively - listen again on-line, www.forces.net/sitrep or download the Sitrep Podcast.

In today's Sitrep with Kate Gerbeau and Christopher Lee…..   A boost to improve care for veterans, but why has it taken so long?   America's top thinking General tell us what's wrong with leadership.   The US mid-term elections, who are the winners and losers?   And, as we look towards the centenary of the Armistice on Sunday - Dan Snow looks back on 100 years of PTSD and …are we getting remembrance right?   ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Check out our Facebook video on the Forces News facebook  (after 15.30 UKT)   PROGRAMME TX THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases   You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum).  On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively - listen again on-line, www.forces.net/sitrep or download the Sitrep Podcast.

Do millennials understand the Armed Forces? Defence gets a million in the budget – or does it? Plus - war games in the snow and the sand And – what is modern deterrence? Find out in today's Sitrep with James Hirst and Christopher Lee   ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Check out our Facebook video on the Forces News facebook  (after 15.30 UKT)   PROGRAMME TX THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases   You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum).  On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively - listen again on-line, www.forces.net/sitrep or download the Sitrep Podcast.

In today's Sitrep with James Hirst and Christopher Lee….. As the US prepares to walk away from a nuclear pact with Russia — should we be worried? A Brexit deal's agreed for Gibraltar — but what if there's no deal? Plus the continuing political row over the treatment of veterans of the conflict in Northern Ireland, and we're in Australia with And a special report from the Invictus Games in Australia, hearing from some of those taking part, and some of their supporters...   Check out our Facebook video on the Forces News facebook  (after 15.30 UKT) PROGRAMME TX THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum).  On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively - listen again on-line, www.forces.net/sitrep or download the Sitrep Podcast.

In today's Sitrep with Kate Gerbeau   The bungling Russians spies – and President Putin's political war on the West,   There's recruitment problems in both Britain and America.   Why far-right extremism likes a man in uniform.   And the new documentary bringing colour and sound to film footage of the first world war.   ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Check out our Facebook video on the Forces News facebook  (after 15.30 UKT)   PROGRAMME TX THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases   You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum).  On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively - listen again on-line, www.forces.net/sitrep or download the Sitrep Podcast.

In today's Sitrep with Kate Gerbeau and Christopher Lee Is the Syrian war over, and if so - who runs the peace? Why the Taliban are talking peace to an unlikely mediator… Could Russian hackers fix the next general election? And… Flying high at a hundred. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Check out our Facebook video on the Forces News facebook  (after 15.30 UKT) PROGRAMME TX THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum).  On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively - listen again on-line, www.forces.net/sitrep or download the Sitrep Podcast.

In this week's Sitrep with Kate Gerbeau and Christopher Lee……….. The two Novichok suspects make a public appearance on Russian TV – is Putin playing games with the UK? Why a British General says don't write of IS…. Why we need a new counter-terrorism organisation. And spy stories from behind the iron curtain from a former SAS soldier. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Check out our Facebook video on the Forces News facebook  (after 15.30 UKT) PROGRAMME TX THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum).  On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively - listen again on-line, www.forces.net/sitrep or download the Sitrep Podcast.

In this week's Sitrep with Tim Cooper and Christopher Lee………..   The UK's new fighter jets, the F35B,  moves one step closer to front-line operations as it successfully completes tests using British made missiles….   Find out why President Macron wants Europe to cosy up to Russia to bolster its security…..   Why RAF Akrotiri's port in Cyprus may be extended if there's a no-deal Brexit…   And, how you can help with a new exhibition about the British Forces in Germany ...   ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Check out our Facebook video on the Forces News facebook  (after 15.30 UKT)   PROGRAMME TX THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases   You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum).  On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively - listen again on-line, www.forces.net/sitrep or download the Sitrep Podcast.

In  this week's Sitrep with James Hirst and Christopher Lee………..   Why Turkey poses a potential threat to the stability of NATO.   The leaders of north and south Korea have agreed to meet for the third time this year - what's likely to be on the agenda?   Plus, after an especially violent week in Afghanistan, Sitrep has a special report from Camp Bastion - four years after the last British troops left   And, how can the UK protect itself against the risk of a military threat from the Arctic Circle?   ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Check out our Facebook video on the Forces News facebook  (after 15.30 UKT)   PROGRAMME TX THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases   You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum).  On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively - listen again on-line, www.forces.net/sitrep or download the Sitrep Podcast.

On this week's Sitrep, there's reaction to the decision to close RAF Scampton, the Red Arrows' home in Lincolnshire.   It was announced on the same day as a pay rise for the armed forces -- but it's still not clear how that's going to be paid for.   Does it mean more cuts are on the way?   Plus, how worried should we be about Donald Trump's latest tweetstorm, aimed at Iran?   There's worrying figures about suicide rates among military veterans ….   And we speak to the woman behind a new exhibition looking at how Britain commemorates its war dead     ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Check out our Facebook video on the Forces News facebook www.forces.net/sitrep   PROGRAMME TX THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases   You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum).  On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively - listen again on-line, or download the Sitrep Podcast.

  Why is the Government so sure the Novichok (pro: Novee- chock) chemical came from Russia?   As we commemorate those killed in the Westminster attack a year ago – Sitrep asks the experts how they think the general public should respond to a terrorist attack?   Could what facebook knows about you send your country to war?   And…. Finally, the Type 45 destroyers are getting an engine refit……….   THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases   You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum).  On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively - listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.

As Britain enters a new, difficult relationship with Russia –how will it hurt Moscow?  And who is on the UK's side?   There's a new Secretary of State for President Trump – how will U S policy affect the UK?   And the House of Commons Defence Committee, does the MoD listen to its criticism?   You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum).  On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively - listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.  

Today on Sitrep:   Why the Kuwaitis want a greater British military presence in their country. There's a look at Britain's foreign policy in the region with LibDem Defence spokesman Lord Campbell.   The Defence Secretary has had his first grilling by committee. Defence Committee Chair Julian Lewis explains how Gavin Williamson got on.   What are the military options in Syria?  with Hamish De Bretton Gordon.   And why is the Democratic Republic of the Congo on the brink of humanitarian disaster?   THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases  

Nato's new command structure – what's changed and why? In Syria, who's fighting who? Should the West be worried about China and Russia's increasing military power? And could the damage to Oxfam's credibility have a serious impact on the search for peace in a region?  THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum).  On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively - listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.

  In today's Sitrep programme – Kate Gerbeau and Christopher Lee examine the potential of a new, long range super-speed missile that can reach a target anywhere in the world within one hour.   Also this week - what's the true story behind the threat to the Royal Marines and the two ships that float them?   Find out why the British Army has joined the campaign to make 2018 the Year of Engineering.   Plus - the military nurses who fought for votes for women.   And Trump wants a military parade – but will he get one?   THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases   You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum).  On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively - listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast

In today's Sitrep programme – Kate Gerbeau and Christopher Lee discuss how a multi-billion pound black hole in the defence budget could affect future spending decisions.   Also this week, Trump delivered his first State of the Union address...are we now seeing a more presidential President?   Plus, the Chief of the Air Staff talks about the RAF's biggest challenges...   And the former Chief of the Defence Staff, Lord Richards, predicts what might be in store for the new CDS.   THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases   You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum).  On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively - listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.

The Government's Defence Modernisation Programme – what does it mean and what will it do? Drawdown in Germany could be partially reversed, but what does that mean for the Army and European defence? Why the Russian threat is causing concern in the Arctic. Should we be doing more to protect peacekeepers? And, DAVOS – what is it and why is it important? THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum).  On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively - listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.

The US Ambassador speaks exclusively to Sitrep about the big issues he's reporting back to Washington.   Today's Anglo-French summit will boost defence co-operation, but could Brexit cause the two countries to drift apart?   Is Forces accommodation in crisis?   And, find out why cinema audiences are standing up for Churchill     THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases   You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum).  On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively - listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.  

What will 2018 have in store for the British Forces? There's a bleak forecast for defence from a top analyst but is it really all doom and gloom? Find out why some people think the British Army is top heavy. And, who's in the running to be the new Chief of the Defence Staff? THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum).  On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively - listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.

In today's programme Sitrep hears from the PM who's been visiting British troops in Iraq. Plus…..Is the international response against North Korea strong enough? Find out why the defence chiefs got a telling off. Beach landings - do we still need an amphibious capability? And that rousing regimental boxing speech – Sitrep hears from the officer that made it. THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum).  On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively - listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.

Is there a problem with the Type 45 Destroyers? How much will Britain's F35 aircraft programme cost in the long term? It's Thanksgiving today in America - but what, in name of Trump, should Americans be thankful for? And Op Shader -  from the pilot's view in the skies above Iraq. THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum).  On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively - listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.

Can Britain afford to have its own defence industry?   Catalonia seeks independence from Spain but still wants to be in NATO,   Minehunting off the coast of Scotland for Exercise Joint Warrior,   And returning from the hurricanes, RAF Brize Norton welcomes back Op Ruman's air crews.     TOPICS   DEFENCE CUTS Editor of Defence Analysis Francis Tusa & BFBS Defence Analyst Christopher Lee .   CATALAN DEFENCE James Hasik is a senior fellow in the Brent Scowcroft Center on International Security.   EXERCISE JOINT WARRIOR BFBS Reporter Rosie Laydon & BFBS Defence Analyst Christopher Lee.   OP RUMAN RETURN BFBS Reporter Alex Gill.   REMEMBRANCE – THE QUEEN BFBS Defence Analyst Christopher Lee.   THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases   You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum). On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively - listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.  

  Russia' playing war-games in the East to fight the West, but what's the reason for the Exercises?   British troops arrive in the Caribbean for Op Ruman.   And…..improvements inside the warrior armoured vehicle and more from the world's biggest military fair.   Guests: BFBS Defence Analyst Christopher Lee.   TOPICS   EX ZAPAD General Sir Richard Shireff, former Deputy Supreme Allied Commander Europe, the writer on Russian affairs Mary Dejevsky and our defence analyst Christopher Lee.   HURRICANE BFBS Defence Analyst Christopher Lee.   DEFENCE EXHIBITION - DESI BFBS reporter Grace Pascoe interview with the First Sea Lord, Admiral Sir Philip Jones.   WARRIOR- DESI BFBS presenter Richard Hutchinson's had a tour from Lockheed Martin's Phillipa Tredgett, a human factors design engineer.   SECURE MESSAGING APP BFBS presenter Mike Howarth spoke to David Holman, Company Director of Armour Comms who made the app.   THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases   You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum) On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.

President trump has tweeted that he doesn't want transgender personnel in the us military, today the Sitrep programme speaks to Caroline Paige, who was the first openly transgender officer in the British Forces. Also in the programme: what the RAF are doing in Romania on Op Biloxi, an update on Sandhurst in the Sand and the Afghan Air Force take to the skies. THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum) On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.

Can Europe cope with the influx of refugees? Could the UN broker a peace deal in Syria? What went wrong with the F35s? Why did the head of France's armed forces quit his job? Plus: Make Your Bed - a US Admiral's top tip for a lifetime of success. TOPICS REFUGEES Professor Paul Rogers, Professor of Peace Studies at the University of Bradford & Christopher Lee, BFBS Defence Analyst. SYRIA Hamish de Bretton Gordon who is a former Army Officer now advising NGOs in Syria FRENCH MILITARY Christopher Lee, BFBS Defence Analyst.  MAKE YOUR BED (Book review with author William H. McRaven, a former US Admiral ) Navy & HMS Glasgow Professor Paul Rogers who is Professor of Peace Studies at the University of Bradford & Christopher Lee, BFBS Defence Analyst. THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum) On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.

Mosul – IS have been defeated but what's next for the beleaguered Iraqi city? The Chief of the Air Staff looks forward to the RAF's centenary next year whilst the WRNS is celebrating its 100th anniversary this week. Plus…. Trump Junior and the mysterious Russian Lawyer, what's the true story?     TOPICS   CHIEF OF THE AIR STAFF BFBS reporter Charlotte Banks interview with the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshall Sir Stephen Hilier    MOSUL Professor Scott Lucas from the University of Birmingham.   Trump trouble Professor Hazel Smith from the Centre of Korea Studies at the school of Oriental and African Studies at The University of London & Christopher Lee, BFBS Defence Analyst.   WRNS 100 years Commander Jane Allen from Royal Navy HQ in Portsmouth    DUNKIRK Christopher Lee, BFBS Defence Analyst.     THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases   You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum) On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.

  SITREP TRAIL THURS, 6th July (KATE PRESENTS TODAY)   One year after publishing his report Sir John Chilcot finally speaks out but why did it take so long? Why NATO's ready for business on the front line. How should the international community respond to North Korea? And, the people's storybook of the Cold War.                                  TOPICS   CHILCOT INTERVIEW Former BBC Diplomatic Correspondent and now Master of Peterhouse, Cambridge, Bridget Kendall and BFBS Defence Analyst Christopher Lee. NATO Brigadier Commander Mike Elviss speaking to BFBS reporter Rob Olver in Paderborn. NORTH KOREA Professor Hazel Smith from the Centre of Korea Studies at the school of Oriental and African Studies at The University of London. SAUDI ARABIA Christopher Lee, BFBS Defence Analyst. COLD WAR, STORIES FROM THE BIG FREEZE The BBC's former Moscow and then Diplomatic Correspondent Bridget Kendall  -  now the Master of Peterhouse, Cambridge, who has written an oral history of the Cold War.     THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases   You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum) On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.      

  In this week's Sitrep, Is the destruction of an ancient mosque in the Iraqi city of Mosul an admission of defeat by IS?   What's life like for the RAF Reaper Squadrons?   Prince Harry shares his thoughts on his life in the army, dealing with his demons and the Invictus games.   Plus -  The new Veterans' Gateway, find out how it can help you.   TOPICS MOSUL & SYRIA Professor Michael Clarke, the former Director General at the Royal United Services Institute and Christopher Lee, BFBS Defence Analyst.   DRONE PILOTS Dr Peter Lee from the University of Portsmouth.   SAUDI CROWN PRINCE Christopher Lee, BFBS Defence Analyst   PRINCE HARRY BFBS Reporter Cath Brazier.   VETERANS GATEWAY BFBS Reporter Grace Pascoe   THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases   You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum) On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.

There's election fever as the manifestos are published but is there anything for the Services to vote for? Trump, Russia and Putin – exactly what is going on? While NATO defence chiefs meet in Brussels, Sitrep goes behind the scenes at the Alliance's Joint Force Headquarters in Naples. Plus -  how the RAF took out the IS executioners. Studio Guest: BFBS Defence Analyst Christopher Lee TOPICS DEFENCE & THE GENERAL ELECTION BFBS correspondent James Hirst & BFBS Defence Analyst Christopher Lee TRUMP/RUSSIA/PUTIN Professor Scott Lucas is from the department of political science and international studies at the University of Birmingham BFBS Defence Analyst Christopher Lee NATO & NAPLES BFBS reporter Tim Cooper in Italy speaking to Major General Ian Cave, Deputy Chief of Staff, Plans, at Joint Force Headquarters in Naples & BFBS Defence Analyst Christopher Lee MOSUL PROGRESS BFBS's Simon Newton reporting from RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases   You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum) On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.

SITREP TRAIL THURS, 11th May (KATE PRESENTS– NO CHRISTOPHER LEE TODAY; Professor Michael Clarke, former Director of the Royal United Services Institute is our special guest throughout the programme) Could the UK send more troops to Afghanistan, and what will they be doing if they do deploy? In the States, the fallout continues over the sacking of the head of the FBI…. Find out what the main Defence issues are in the General Election campaigns. Plus, Sitrep explores the impact of Prince Harry's campaign on Mental Health issues. TOPICS AFGHANISTAN Michael Evans from the Times & Professor Michael Clarke, former Director of the Royal United Services Institute FBI DIRECTOR Simon Marks from Feature Story News in Washington & Professor Michael Clarke DEFENCE & THE GENERAL ELECTION James Hirst, our correspondent in Westminster & Professor Michael Clarke MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK Sir Simon Wessely, Director of the King's Centre for Military Health Research BUNDESWEHR Professor Michael Clarke THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum) On Sky Channel 0211. Alternatively listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.

SITREP TRAIL THURS, 27th April (KATE PRESENTS TODAY) Will sanctions curb North Korea's nuclear ambitions? Find out what life's like on board the US aircraft carrier the "George H-W Bush”. Plus, Trump's 100 days in power, what's the verdict? And Prince Harry's thoughts on the importance of rugby to the forces as we look forward to the 100th Army Navy rugby match this weekend. TOPICS SYRIA/BORIS JOHNSON Professor of Peace Studies and the University of Bradford, Paul Rogers. GEORGE H-W BUSH. BFBS reporter Simon Newton goes on board the US aircraft carrier NORTH KOREA Professor of Peace Studies and the University of Bradford, Paul Rogers & & Simon Marks from Feature Story News in Washington TRUMP 100 DAYS Professor of Peace Studies and the University of Bradford, Paul Rogers & & Simon Marks from Feature Story News in Washington CHINESE CARRIERS BFBS Defence analyst Christopher Lee ONE HUNDREDTH ARMY NAVY RUGBY MATCH BFBS Sports Editor Jon Knighton THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum) On Sky Channel 0211 Alternatively listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.

In today's Sitrep – there's more reaction to last week's chemical weapons attack in Syria and how it's affecting US/Russian relations.   Find out how North Korea is testing the Trump administration and why the Royal Marines are to be restructured.   And, it's a 100 years this week that America entered the First World War...   TOPICS SYRIA – CHEMICAL WEAPONS/RUSSIA/US Chemical Weapons expert  Hamish De Bretton Gordon is a Michael Stathis, Professor of Political Science at Southern Utah University and BFBS Defence Analyst Christopher Lee   NORTH KOREA Michael Stathis, Professor of Political Science at Southern Utah University and BFBS Defence Analyst Christopher Lee   ROYAL MARINES Former Royal Marine and Special Boat Service officer, Lord Paddy Ashdown   WW1 & US INVOLVEMENT Michael Stathis, Professor of Political Science at Southern Utah University and BFBS Defence Analyst Christopher Lee   THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases   You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum) On Sky Channel 0211 Alternatively listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.

Chemical weapons in Syria. What happened? Who's right, who's wrong and what next? Find out what British troops are doing on Exercise Desert Warrior in Kuwait, and what the Royal Engineers are doing in famine hit South Sudan? One year in the job – Kate Gerbeau talks to the Service Complaints Ombudsman after she publishes her first Annual Report. And all the Queen's Soldiers...Why the Royal Lancers now belong to Elizabeth. GUESTS: BFBS Defence Analyst Christopher Lee. Topics: Syria/Russia/America Director General of the Royal United Services Institute Dr Karin von Hippel and BFBS Defence Analyst Christopher Lee Armed Forces Minister Mike Penning speaking from South Sudan. Interview with the Service Complaints Ombudsman, Nicola Williams. The Royal Lancers - renamed THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum) On Sky Channel 0211 Alternatively listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.

This week: We ask who bombed civilians in Mosul was it IS fighters or coalition aircraft? Brexit has been triggered but why is the Prime Minister threatening to pull terrorist intelligence? Hear how the Royal Navy is fighting back against the hackers. And on the day the National Army Museum is re-opened to the public, we talk about the “little guys” – Britain's 139 small regimental museums. GUESTS: BFBS Defence Analyst Christopher Lee. The Times Correspondent Michael Evans BBC World Service political Correspondent Rob Watson Managing Director of Airbus Cyber Security in the UK Ian Goslin The Antiques Roadshow Militaria expert Mark Smith THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases. You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum) On Sky Channel 0211 Alternatively listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.

SITREP TRAIL THURS, 23rd March (KATE PRESENTS TODAY)   Terror at Westminster…how did it happen and what can be done?  Who was the attacker and what's the bigger picture?  Can modern terrorism attacks destroy democracy?  Listen to Sitrep to get all the latest defence analysis.   GUESTS: BFBS Defence Analyst Christopher Lee. Professor Michael Clarke, formerly Director General of the Royal United Services Institute Professor Anthony Glees, Director, Centre for Security and Intelligence Studies at the University of Buckingham Major General Julian Thompson, a former Royal Marine Commander who served in Northern Ireland and now a visiting Professor at King's College London. Charlie Winter, Senior research fellow at The International Centre for the Study of Radicalisation at King's College, London. Michael Pregent, a former US Intelligence Officer and advisor to the Peshmerga. THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases.   You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web & App in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum) On Sky Channel 0211 Alternatively listen again on the website, or download the Sitrep Podcast.

Marine A: did the Royal Marine's higher command fail? Why Putin's generals are watching British troops in Estonia, What can British troops do about famine in South Sudan? And its 100 years since the start of the Russian Revolution - but why isn't Moscow celebrating? THURSDAYS at 4:30pm UK TIME on BFBS RADIO 2 and at 6:30pm UK TIME on BFBS & UK Bases You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via web, App & DAB in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum) Sky Channel 0211