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Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! En septiembre de 2012, la base aérea de Camp Bastion, en Afganistán, sufrió un ataque sorpresa de los talibanes, convirtiéndose en uno de los golpes más audaces contra las fuerzas de la OTAN. Un grupo de insurgentes logró infiltrarse y destruir varios Harrier de la USMC, causando caos en la base. En este episodio, analizamos cómo se desarrolló el ataque, las fallas de seguridad que lo permitieron y su impacto en las operaciones aliadas. Un asalto que puso en jaque la percepción de invulnerabilidad de una de las bases mejor defendidas de la guerra en Afganistán. Te lo cuentan Julio Caronte y Dani CarAn. 🎰 SORTEO FANS FEBRERO'25 👉 https://bit.ly/SORTEOCBFANS0225 🔗 Enlaces para Listas de Episodios Exclusivos para 💥 FANS 👉 CB FANS 💥 https://bit.ly/CBPListCBFans 👉 Histórico 📂 FANS Antes de la 2GM https://bit.ly/CBPListHis1 👉 Histórico 📂 FANS 2ª Guerra Mundial https://bit.ly/CBPListHis2 👉 Histórico 📂 FANS Guerra Fría https://bit.ly/CBPListHis3 👉 Histórico 📂 FANS Después de la G Fría https://bit.ly/CBPListHis4 Casus Belli Podcast pertenece a 🏭 Factoría Casus Belli. Casus Belli Podcast forma parte de 📀 Ivoox Originals. 📚 Zeppelin Books zeppelinbooks.com es un sello editorial de la 🏭 Factoría Casus Belli. Estamos en: 👉 https://podcastcasusbelli.com 👉 X/Twitter https://twitter.com/CasusBelliPod 👉 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CasusBelliPodcast 👉 Instagram estamos https://www.instagram.com/casusbellipodcast 👉 Telegram Canal https://t.me/casusbellipodcast 👉 Telegram Grupo de Chat https://t.me/casusbellipod 📺 YouTube https://bit.ly/casusbelliyoutube 👉 TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@casusbelli10 👨💻Nuestro chat del canal es https://t.me/casusbellipod ⚛️ El logotipo de Casus Belli Podcasdt y el resto de la Factoría Casus Belli están diseñados por Publicidad Fabián publicidadfabian@yahoo.es 🎵 La música incluida en el programa es Ready for the war de Marc Corominas Pujadó bajo licencia CC. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nd/3.0/ El resto de música es bajo licencia privada de Epidemic Music, Jamendo Music o SGAE SGAE RRDD/4/1074/1012 de Ivoox. 📧¿Queréis contarnos algo? También puedes escribirnos a casus.belli.pod@gmail.com ¿Quieres anunciarte en este podcast, patrocinar un episodio o una serie? Hazlo a través de 👉 https://www.advoices.com/casus-belli-podcast-historia Si te ha gustado, y crees que nos lo merecemos, nos sirve mucho que nos des un like, ya que nos da mucha visibilidad. Muchas gracias por escucharnos, y hasta la próxima. ¿Quieres anunciarte en este podcast? Hazlo con advoices.com/podcast/ivoox/391278 Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

We welcome journalist Jeanne McKinney to shine a light on a little-known episode of the war in Afghanistan that illuminates the larger political, social, and military landscape of our longest war. Jeanne's book, Triumph Over the Taliban: The Untold Story of US Marines' Courageous Fight to Save Camp Bastion, tells the story of September 12, 2012, in Helmand Province, Afghanistan when an attack on Camp Bastion, a critical forward operating base, showcased the resilience, bravery, and strategic acumen of the US Marines. Camp Bastion was a massive military base established by the British and later expanded to include US Marines and Afghan forces. Spanning 40 square miles with a 25-mile fence line, the base was situated in one of the most volatile regions of Afghanistan. The base's sheer size and strategic importance made it a prime target for the Taliban, who were deeply entrenched in the surrounding poppy fields, a key source of their funding. The Taliban meticulously planned their assault on Camp Bastion for over a year. Originally scheduled for July 2012, the attack was postponed due to an accidental explosion during training. The final assault was executed on a particularly dark night, leveraging the element of surprise. Fifteen Taliban fighters infiltrated the base, aiming to destroy aircraft and kill as many Marines as possible. What made this attack unique was the Taliban's approach. Unlike their usual tactics of using suicide bombers and improvised explosive devices (IEDs), this was a ground assault. The fighters carried rifles and RPGs, prepared for direct combat—a rare and bold move for the Taliban. The Marines stationed at Camp Bastion demonstrated exceptional valor and quick thinking. Upon hearing the initial explosions, they initially assumed it was a controlled detonation. However, they quickly realized the gravity of the situation and sprang into action. Despite the chaos and darkness, the Marines mobilized, formed defensive positions, and protected civilians on the base. One of the most remarkable aspects of their response was the transition of Aviation Marines into infantry roles. Trained to handle crises, they put down their wrenches and picked up rifles, showcasing the versatility and preparedness ingrained in Marine training. Their swift and coordinated actions prevented what could have been a catastrophic loss of life and equipment. The attack on Camp Bastion occurred three days after the Benghazi attack, which dominated the news cycle. As a result, this significant event did not receive the attention it deserved. Media reports often focused on the blame game, targeting two Marine generals for security lapses. This narrative overshadowed the heroism displayed by the Marines on the ground. At the time, there was a push to downsize the military presence in Afghanistan, leading to reduced security measures at bases like Camp Bastion. The generals on the ground, aware of the vulnerabilities, requested additional resources and security enhancements, but these were denied due to political considerations. This incident underscores the broader issue of how military decisions are often influenced by political agendas, sometimes at the expense of on-ground safety and effectiveness. The attack on Camp Bastion serves as a stark reminder of the need for robust security measures and the importance of listening to military leaders who understand the complexities of the battlefield. The attack on Camp Bastion is a powerful example of military courage and the complexities of modern warfare. It highlights the importance of readiness, the impact of political decisions on military operations, and the need to honor and recognize the sacrifices of those who serve. As we reflect on this event, it serves as a reminder of the bravery of the US Marines and the enduring spirit of those who stand on the front lines to protect our freedoms. We're grateful to UPMC for Life and Tobacco Free Adagio Health for sponsoring this event! #afganistan  #veterans #usmc  #veteran #militaryhistory #interview #vietnam #vet #veteransbreakfastclub #vbc #virtualevents #virtual #zoom #zoomevents #liveevent #webinar #military #army #usarmy #navy #usnavy #marinecorps #marines #airforce #pilot #aviators #coastguard #nonprofit #501c3 #history #militaryveterans #veteransstories #veteranshistory #veteraninterview #veteranshistoryproject #veteransoralhistory #veteranowned #militaryretirees #armyretirees #navyretirees #warstories #vietnam #vietnamwar #vietnamveterans #koreanwar #coldwar #greatestgeneration #wwii #ww2 #worldwarii #worldwar2 #war #americanhistory #oralhistory #podcast #scuttlebutt #thescuttlebutt #humor #storytelling #headlines #news #roundtable #breakfast #generation911

Jeanne McKinney – Triumph over the Taliban: The untold story of US Marines courageous fight to save Camp Bastion…with TRE's Giles Brown

This shared episode of Big Blend Radio's WAY BACK WHEN History Podcast features award-winning military journalist, author, and documentary filmmaker Jeanne McKinney, who discusses her new book, "Triumph Over the Taliban: The Untold Story of US Marines' Courageous Fight to Save Camp Bastion." Award-winning military history author and historian Mike Guardia joins in on the discussion. Three days after the September 11, 2012, attack on the U.S. diplomatic compound in Benghazi, Libya, another attack occurred on a massive forward operating base called Camp Bastion in Helmand Province, Afghanistan, home to U.S. and U.K. expeditionary forces.  With keen investigative prowess, McKinney reveals the true story of what happened at Camp Bastion on that fateful night. After 10 years of research about this battle, McKinney paints a vivid picture of this gripping saga, sharing intimate life and death moments of fighting the Taliban on the Marines' home turf — showcasing how Marines saved civilian contractors, each other, and over $5 billion in aircraft and equipment. More: https://patriotprofiles.com/ 

Vi skal advare mod stærke og voldsomme beskrivelser i dette afsnit. Krigskirurgen Claus fortæller om at arbejde på felthospitalet i Camp Bastion under en at de voldsomste perioder i krigen i Afghanistan. Han fortæller om at udføre operationer på patienter, der er ramt af vejsidebomber, og om at skulle se de lokale miste deres børn til krigen. Vært og tilrettelægger: Martin Tamm Andersen. Gæst: Claus Ol Hansen, vicegenerallæge og kirurg. Producer, klip og redaktør: Rune Sparre Geertsen. Musik: Mikkel Rønnau. DR redaktør: Cecilie Tonnesen. Produceret for DR af MonoMono.

Jeanne McKinney – Triumph over the Taliban: The untold story of US Marines courageous fight to save Camp Bastion…with TRE's Giles Brown

Package of British and Estonian soldiers preparing to leave Camp Bastion to embark on a surge mission in which they will push back taliban to give Afghan forces room to work on improving conditions within the country. Produced by Josh Fortune. Part 1 of 5.

Package of the British and Estonian soldiers departing the village they took over and returning to Camp Bastion. Afghan civilians fall victim to explosives set by taliban operatives and receive treatment and transportation to a field hospital from the coalition forces. Produced by Josh Fortune. Part 5 of 5.

This edition features stories on Malmstrom Air Force Base Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) Airmen training daily to keep their fellow Airmen and themselves out of harm's way, Department of Defense officials announcing a new Smartphone mobile application that tracks emotional health, a deployment group that helps children cope during parents' deployments, the Incirlik Air Base's cross country running coach inviting the Incirlik community to run with his team each Tuesday, two service members deployed in Afghanistan, Airman and mother, Maj. Cindy Lord, whose Marine Corps son; Lance Cpl. James Hill, was flown into Camp Bastion for her promotion ceremony. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Alina Richard.

Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 267 has been at Camp Bastion, Afghanistan for about a month now. They run constant operations, but as Sgt. Andrew Milner discovered, this can't be maintained without continual maintenance of their UH1-Y(Yankee) Venoms, or super Hueys, and their AH-1 Cobras.

The British Army can trace its origins back to the Acts of Union of 1707 and its rich history involves conflicts both large and small in all corners of the globe. But as the twenty-first century dawned, the organisation found itself in a transitional phase and with something of an identity crisis. What exactly was its culture? What, with its resources, could it really be expected to achieve? What was its relevance to modern Britain? Today's guest, Simon Akam, sought to confront questions like these in his book Changing the Guard: The British Army Since 9/11. Grounded in his own first-hand experience and supported by hundreds of interviews, in this episode Akam explains the conclusions that he reached and the incredible resistance he experienced as he sought to bring his book to publication. Simon Akam is a journalist and author. Born in Cambridge, he held a Gap Year Commission in the British Army before studying at the University of Oxford and Columbia Journalism School. He has worked for the New York Times, Reuters and Newsweek. Changing the Guard, published in 2021, is his first book. Show notes Scene One: A tent in Camp Bastion, Helmand Province, Afghanistan. Jamie Loden edits a video. Scene Two: Autumn 2006. Downing Street with Major-General Jonathan Shaw and Nigel Sheinwald. Scene Three: 28 March 2006. The creation of the Royal Regiment of Scotland. Memento: A copy of a tabloid newspaper from 2006. People/Social Presenter: Artemis Irvine Guest: Simon Akam Production: Maria Nolan Podcast partner: Ace Cultural Tours Follow us on Twitter: @tttpodcast_ See where 2006 fits on our Timeline

CONTENT Our guest today is  Liz McConaghy who spent 17 years flying as a crewman with the RAF Chinook fleet.  She was the youngest aircrew member to deploy to Iraq and the only female on the Chinook wing for 4 years.  Liz completed 2 tours of Iraq and 10 deployments to Afghanistan.  On this podcast we discuss flying on operations in both those theatres and what it was like to be on the Medical Emergency Response Teams (MERT) that recovered wounded soldiers from the battle space back to Camp Bastion. Liz talks about the problems she encountered post tour including PTS and being medically discharged from the RAF.  Finally we discuss her book "Chinook Crew "Chick"", why she wrote it and how it helped her recovery.   You can follow Liz on her social media accounts on Instagram chinookcrewchick and on Twitter @chinnychick.  Her book can be bought via her publisher Pen and Sword books or on Amazon. DESERT ISLAND DITS On Desert Island Dits Liz's choice of film is Forest Gump and her book choice a dictionary.  The teams book choices this week are Chickenhawk by Robert Mason and Blackhawk Down by Mark Bowden. SOCIAL MEDIA Check out or blog site on word press Unconventional Soldier Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, share and leave a review. Instagram @the_unconventional_soldier_pod. Facebook @lateo82.  Twitter @TheUCS473. Download on other platforms via Link Tree. Email us: unconventionalsoldier@gmail.com.  This episode brought to you in association with ISARR a veteran owned company.              

THE KELLY CARDENAS PODCAST PRESENTS Kionte Storey was born and raised in Stockton, CA where he graduated from Edison High School in June of 2007. On July 2007 he was shipped to Marine Corps Recruit Depot of San Diego where he would soon later graduate and become a United States Marine. After PFC Storey graduated from boot camp, he would attend Infantry Training Battalion of the School of Infantry based at Camp Pendleton, CA. Upon graduation from School of Infantry in December of 2007 PFC. Storey was assigned to his first duty station in Twenty-Nine Palms, CA with 3rd Battalion 7th Marines. LCpl Storey was deployed to Haditha, Iraq to serve in Operation Iraqi Freedom from August of 2008 through February of 2009. LCpl Storey was soon deployed to Afghanistan in March 2010 for Operation Enduring Freedom where he sustained his injuries. Storey was a team leader on patrol early one morning in September with his squad. When clearing out a building, he was hit by an IED, sustaining the loss of his lower right limb below the knee and compartment syndrome to his left leg. LCpl Storey was carried out and moved while still leading his junior marine. He was then transported to Camp Bastion, Afghanistan to be treated for his injuries then transported to Bethesda Medical Center in Virginia where he was awarded his Purple Heart and Navy Achievement Medal with Valor Device. Cpl. Storey received treatment from Naval Medical Center of San Diego where he would get his first prosthetic made. After his first year of recovery Cpl. Storey competed in the Warrior Games where he would walk away with two gold medals in the 100 and 200m sprint. From this point, Kionte would find anything he could to challenge himself as an amputee and to prove to himself that nothing is impossible. On January 2013 Kionte summit one of the seven summits, Mt. Vinson Massif located in Antartica with the aid of "The Heroes Project." Currently, Kionte trained in the 100m and 200m sprint for the Paralympics from 2013 - 2018. In 2022 Kionte competed at the Invictus Games 22 in Hague, Netherlands, where he left with one gold medal in the 100m and gold in the 4x100m sprint. Since 2019 Kionte has attended college with hopes of becoming a Physical Therapist or Athletic trainer one day with the desire to work with amputees or individuals with disabilities. THE HIDEOUT DONATIONS FOR MAKENA'S SCHOOL MUSICAL Be sure to check out my new audiobook SUCCESS LEAVES CLUES (THE 7 P'S THAT CAN SHIFT YOUR REALITY) Thank you to our sponsors TABLE ONE HOSPITALITY RAVEN DRUM FOUNDATION THE MINA GROUP Findlay Volvo Las Vegas Samaritans Feet Pinks4Cancer Cardenas Law Group Squeeze Dried Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation SISU Agency MINDSET MARKETING MORE KELLY “JOY IS THE ART OF FALLING IN LOVE WITH YOUR CURRENT CIRCUMSTANCES AND ALLOWING MAGIC TO HAPPEN!” EXECUTIVE PRODUCER BROOKLYN CARDENAS

COL Dr. Jeremy Pamplin is the Commander of the Telemedicine and Advanced Technology Research unit (TATRC). He is a critical care trained internal medicine physician who has had two deployments to busy combat support hospitals in Ibn Sina Hospital in Baghdad and Camp Bastion in Helmand, Afghanistan. He has served as a critical care physician at Madigan hospital and in San Antonio at the US Army Institute of Surgical Research, Burn Center, and worked in intensive care units of Brooke Army Medical Center. In this episode, Dr. Pamplin discusses how his career as an intensive care physician enabled him to identify the essential areas of critical care necessary for patient care delivery.  He describes how this care delivery can significantly improve and augment care delivered on the battlefield from the point of injury through all levels and in the setting of rural medicine, both of which have resource-constrained environments. As the commander of the Telemedicine and Advanced Technology Research unit, he works to build teams and collaboration to expand the delivery of healthcare and support medical providers.  He also describes the changes in the training paradigm necessary to fully develop medical providers who can unleash the potential of telemedicine and advanced technology.     Dr. Pamplin shares many insights and lessons learned over his distinguished career and provides some insight and sage advice for all listeners. You don't want to miss this episode.                                                                  Find out more and join Team WarDocs at www.wardocspodcast.com The WarDocs Mission is to improve military and civilian healthcare and foster patriotism by honoring the legacy, preserving the oral history, and showcasing career opportunities, experiences, and achievements of military medicine. Listen to the “What We Are For” Episode 47. https://bit.ly/3r87Afm WarDocs- The Military Medicine Podcast is a Non-Profit, Tax-exempt-501(c)(3) Veteran Run Organization run by volunteers. All donations are tax-deductible, and 100% of donations go to honoring and preserving the history, experiences, successes, and lessons learned in military medicine. A tax receipt will be sent to you.  WARDOCS documents the experiences, contributions, and innovations of all military medicine Services, ranks, and Corps who are affectionately called "Docs" as a sign of respect, trust, and confidence on and off the battlefield,demonstrating dedication to the medical care of fellow comrades in arms.           Follow Us on social media. Twitter: @wardocspodcast Facebook: WarDocs Podcast Instagram: @wardocspodcast

On today's Zero Limit Podcast we chat to Dave Coleman former Royal Marin Commando of almost 8 years. Had a stutter/stammer his entire life, did a lot of speech therapy which didn't work, could barely say his name  at one point or say ‘yes miss' in the register at school without it taking about 6 years. Dave was subsequently given the nickname ‘Mumbles' in the Marines which he is still known by to this day. The confidence he gained in the Marines has helped him get over it more or less. Dave joined the Marines aged 16 and passed basic training as an original member of the troop. 60+ people started on day 1 week 1 and around 12 of them finished. The Marines do the longest/hardest military training in the world lasting 32 weeks and finishing with the 4 Commando tests in 4 days, the last one being a 30 miler in full kit within 8 hours. Dave deployed to Nad-E-Ali in the Afghanistan Green Zone on Op Herrick 14 with 45 Commando. After being there only a week and on his first company op, a grenade landed a couple of feet away from him and was fragged in the blast.  The medic said the only reason he  wasn't dead was because it rolled off the hard track and into soft mud at the last second. Dave had 4 surgeries at Camp Bastion to remove grenade fragmentation and suffered 28 stitches to his throat, arms, legs, and ass. One month later he returned to the front line a to re-join the boys. Let's GO!

Special Guest - Matt Amos James “Matt” Amos was motivated to join the Marine Corps after the 9/11 attacks. At the time, he was working having recently finished high school. He enlisted as an Infantryman and deployed twice to Iraq and a third time to Afghanistan. Sergeant Amos was three months into his third deployment when he lost both of his legs and broke his pelvis in an improvised explosive device (IED) blast in Sangin, Afghanistan, on June 9, 2011.Late in the afternoon while on a security patrol with the 1st Battalion, 5th Marines, Sgt Amos had his squad performing a “sweep” of an alley searching for anything suspicious when he stepped on an IED resulting in the traumatic amputations of his right leg above the knee, his left leg below the knee, and a broken pelvis. Lifesaving measures prepared Sgt Amos for the medical evacuation by helicopter. Treated at Camp Bastion, he was stabilized for transport to Landstuhl, Germany.

Daniel "Fitz" Fitzgerald is a Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) qualified Marine H-1 crew chief with deployments to Afghanistan and multiple Marine Expeditionary Units (MEUs). During his 2012 deployment, Fitz's squadron was one of the units aboard Camp Bastion during the surprise Taliban assault that claimed two lives and multiple aircraft.Social media links: https://linktr.ee/formeractionguys

1.  Dr Tom Carrell - background  2. Battlefield Medicine   3.  Route to War - the training  4. reading - The Oscillating saw @ 32.15    5.  Camp Bastion, Hellmand   6. The IED - lessons and thoughtsTom Carrell is a doctor who qualified in the 90s.  He also served as a territorial soldier based out of the Duke of York's barracks in London.  In 2004 he was appointed consultant vascular surgeon specialising in minimally invasive endovascular surgery at St Guy's and St Thomas' hospital.  He was posted as a Combat Surgeon to Camp Bastion in Afghanistan in 2008/2009 and 2012.  He is now a partner in the Cambridge medical research company Cydar, which he founded with others in 2012. This is his account of his time in Afghanistan as a Combat Surgeon.  It is a very moving and personal description of the intense pressure a frontline medic is subjected to.  Although the training is extremely rigorous, the work of a field hospital in a war zone is almost indescribable.  New techniques are tested, developed and rediscovered in the hellish environment of  war, and then applied across the NHS and other health services for the great benefit of the civilian population.So it goes,Tom Assheton & James Jacksontalk@bloodyviolenthistory.com Reading reference:Anatomy of a Soldier by Harry Parker See also:YouTube: BloodyViolentHistoryhttps://www.instagram.com/bloodyviolenthistory/https://www.jamesjacksonbooks.comhttps://www.tomtom.co.uk If you enjoy the podcast, would you please leave a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Spotify or Google Podcast App? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really helps to spread the wordSee https://simplecast.com/privacy/ for privacy information

Robert grew up in small town Georgia, admittedly more interested in sports and the outdoors than academics. He graduated high school in 1998, attended Marion Military Institute from 1999-2000 and earned a Bachelor of Science from the United States Air Force Academy in 2003. Earning the rank of 2nd Lieutenant at graduation, Robert went on to flight training, first at Vance AFB, then being awarded his pilot wings at Ft Rucker, AL, in 2005. Throughout his career, he flew over 1500 flight hours as a UH-1N Instructor Pilot and a HH-60G Pilot. Diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and a Traumatic Brain Injury, he was medically retired at the rank of Major in 2015, after 12-1/2 years of service. Major Scoggins is a combat Veteran of Balad AB Iraq; Khandahar Airfield and Camp Bastion, Afghanistan; and Camp Lemmonier, Djibouti, Horn of Africa. As a HH-60G Combat Rescue Pilot, he conducted 252 Combat Missions, totaled 291 Rescued/Recovered, and 151 Lives Saved. Over 200 of those missions and almost all of the 291 Americans, allies, and civilians were in Afghanistan, 2010. Robert is married to Jacqueline Scoggins and is the proud father to four uniquely creative and beautiful children. He lives with his family in Colorado where he gets by as a full-time dad, and a part-time writer, speaker, painter, farmer, and entrepreneur.

This year the Royal British Legion marks the centenary of its Poppy Appeal, the national campaign to support those who have served in the armed forces. Roy Jenkins explores the legacy of conflict on those who serve, and hears from the organisations in Wales offering support. Martyn Gough, former Chaplain of the Fleet and Archdeacon of the Royal Navy, discusses the significance of the Remembrance Day service and recalls a particularly moving service held at Camp Bastion in Afghanistan. Martyn is currently the National Chaplain to the British Legion, and explains why he believes a century after its foundation the Poppy Appeal still retains its significance. Alabaré Christian Care and Support is a national charity offering support to ex-service personnel. It offers accommodation from Colwyn Bay to Cardiff for homeless veterans. We hear from their Boots on the Ground project improving wellbeing through outdoor adventure. Each health board in Wales offers an NHS Wales Veterans' Service for those experiencing PTSD. We hear from their clinical lead, and speak to veteran Martin Thorp, MBE about his experiences of this condition.

Wounded But Not Broken - Show 6 - When you're knocked down stand back upSpecial Guest - Matt Amos James “Matt” Amos was motivated to join the Marine Corps after the 9/11 attacks. At the time, he was working having recently finished high school. He enlisted as an Infantryman and deployed twice to Iraq and a third time to Afghanistan.Sergeant Amos was three months into his third deployment when he lost both of his legs and broke his pelvis in an improvised explosive device (IED) blast in Sangin, Afghanistan, on June 9, 2011.Late in the afternoon while on a security patrol with the 1st Battalion, 5th Marines, Sgt Amos had his squad performing a “sweep” of an alley searching for anything suspicious when he stepped on an IED resulting in the traumatic amputations of his right leg above the knee, his left leg below the knee, and a broken pelvis. Lifesaving measures prepared Sgt Amos for the medical evacuation by helicopter. Treated at Camp Bastion, he was stabilized for transport to Landstuhl, Germany. Sgt Amos arrived at Bethesda Naval Medical Center within days of his injuries and remained there for nearly a week before being transferred to Balboa Naval Medical Center where he endured more than a dozen surgeries.Matt enjoys hunting, camping, off-roading, and playing golf. He especially likes spending time with his wife, Audrie, and their two young daughters. Matt is a member of the NRA and the VFW and is active in his church in Wichita and would like to further his education in the fish and wildlife field.

Camp Bastion, souvenir d'une base militaire britannique, point de départ et de retour des militaires britanniques en Afghanistan.Crédit musique : Janaan (Noor Mohammad) / Cavatina by Stanley Myers as the them from "The Deer Hunter"

In honor of Women's History Month, NATCA is presenting the second of a four-part conversation between two incredibly inspiring women in the world of aviation. NATCA's own Jamie Sanders, an air traffic controller at Denver/Centennial ATCT (APA), who is also an experienced pilot, interviewed Major Katie Cook, a third-generation military aviator and the first female pilot in the storied history of the great Blue Angels team of the Navy. In this episode, Cook talks extensively about her military experience including flying in locations around the globe. She was one of the few female aviators that flew in combat. She flew missions in mountainous Afghanistan and was based at Camp Bastion, a U.K.-operated airfield at 3,100 feet. Most of the missions were close air support aboard a C-130 with a Hellfire missile rack. "It was extremely rewarding," she said. "You join the military because you want to serve your country and you become an aviator particularly in the Marine Corps, to support the Marines on the ground. That's what our entire structure of the Marine Corps is about." Cook was the only female pilot on the aircraft. She tells the story of one mission in particular where they came to the support of a group of Marines being fired upon. She could hear on the radio the explosions. They shot two Hellfire missiles to take out the enemy. Six months later, in a chance encounter in Europe, she met one of the Marines she helped save. "He said, 'you guys saved our life,'" Cook said. "I have a face with the name and so it's super rewarding." Cook described what that mission was like. "We're taught to compartmentalize. At that moment, I was like, 'I can't fail. These people need the support,'" Cook said. "But in the back of your head, you're like, 'I'm about to shoot a missile at people; at a live person who's probably not going to be alive after I do this.' That's kind of a heavy burden. They were shooting at Americans, so it was completely justified but it's still a heavy burden that a lot of people don't ever have to deal with." She also talks in this episode about applying and then being selected to join the Blue Angels on its Fat Albert aircraft, as well as her interactions with women of all ages and especially young girls that look up to her as an inspiring role model.

Over 20 years ago I spend 2 years carrying out an ethnographic study of a psychiatric hospital in London. This was for my PhD in Social Anthropology. To gain ethical approval for my research, I became a member of staff and worked as a nursing assistant. By working the shifts I was able to get a feel of the daily rhythm of the hospital and how the often laten aspects of everyday culture shaped behaviour and perceptions around team work, care, policy and power. I was also able to experience and understand some of the key elements that made nursing and medical teams form in different environments; from when the wards were calm to when teams had to work as units when there were challenging periods on the wards.   Understanding how teams can work in challenging environments can help us learn more about the culture of teams in general; what are the driving forces that make a team connect and become high performing and what elements of team work challenge unity?   To help me unpack this further I spoke to Professor Mark de Rond, who is Professor of Organisational Ethnography at Cambridge Judge Business School, Cambridge University. Mark shares with me his experience of carrying out ethnographic research in Camp Bastion, which was a British Army base in Afghanistan. Mark's area of focus was on the military medical team. He shares fascinating insights around how teams manage periods that demand focus, compared to periods which are less busy. He also describes the subtle cultural elements of teams that shape their identity.   We also discuss the growing influence of ethnography in business schools.    This episode is the first of two with Mark. Episode 6 will focus on work place conflict; what causes it, how can we understand it and how can we manage it, especially when many of us are either working from home and/or having to work through the pandemic. Mark and I are both trained in work place mediation, so this, with our ethnographic and culture hats on provides some interesting listening. In the second episode you will also hear where Mark will take is anthropologist's notebook. Show Notes: Mark: Cambridge Judge Business School There is an I in Team (video) There is an I in Team (book) Doctor's at War (book) LinkedIn John: Twitter LinkedIn JC & Associates Decoding Culture Newsletter Training Programme 

Tonight’s segments – Jezza playing 007 on a Quadski while Hammond races him in the Alfa 4C, a look at the British military might in Afghanistan, a disappointingly power-lap-free P1 review, and star in a reasonably priced car Tom Hiddleston.Episodes on Motor Trend – https://www.motortrendondemand.com/topgearFCA murdered the 4C – https://www.topspeed.com/cars/car-news/as-fca-skins-alfa-romeo-to-the-bones-the-4c-is-the-first-to-be-discontinued-ar186979.htmlThere’s a Quadski XL – https://newatlas.com/gibbs-two-seat-quadski-xl/32598/Info on Camp Bastion – https://www.army-technology.com/projects/campbastionarmybase/Tom Hiddleston apparently has a nice ass – https://www.thethings.com/tom-hiddleston-questionable-award/Rando P2 facts – https://robbreport.com/motors/cars/15-facts-mclaren-p1-hypercar-2910319/Street legal P1 GTR – https://www.thedrive.com/news/22677/the-first-mclaren-p1-gtr-ever-built-is-for-sale-and-its-street-legalHakkinen v. Schumacher at Spa – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pd0LMH6yijAThe P1 Dunsford video is MIA! – https://www.carscoops.com/2014/05/mclaren-p1-review-around-top-gear-track/Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/topgearrearview/Music – In Heaven by DeCreek, licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License

With her love for travel, history and art, Charlie Calder-Potts has bent her practice around her passions. Combining travelling and painting, in 2014 she was commissioned by the British Army becoming the youngest ever female Official War Artist at 28. Sharing her experiences of being an artist based in Camp Bastion, Helmand Province in Afghanistan and also training as a Russian Icon artist, Charlie believes that it is possible to follow your passion. KEY TAKEAWAY “I was the youngest female war artist that’s ever been sponsored by the British Army. I was with them for a month, literally travelling by foot, by car, by helicopter and I was in the armoured vehicles out on patrols.”   ABOUT CHARLIE CALDER-POTTS Charlie Calder-Potts is a British artist based in the UK. Her work looks at history and its repetitive nature; the value of our heritage and our similarities to previous generations and to each other. In 2017, she was sponsored by the British Arts Council to collaborate with Persian poet Rosa Jamali in Iran. Other notable projects and private commissions have taken her to Iraq (2015), Tajikistan, Syria and Russia (2018). Her installations have included large scale aluminium pieces, armoured metal, wood panel and vellum paper, combining photography, painting and drawing.    CONNECT WITH CHARLIE Website - www.charlie-calderpotts.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/charliecalderpotts/     ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a Coach, Mentor, iTunes #1 Podcaster, Mastermind Host, Speaker and Property Investor. Through coaching, Amy inspires and empowers entrepreneurial clients to discover the life they dream of by assisting them to make it their reality through their own action taking. Helping them to focus on their WHY with clarity uniting their passion and purpose with a plan to create the life they truly desire.   If you would like Amy to help you focus on your WHY then please book a free 20 min call via www.calendly.com/amyrowlinson/enquirycall  Please sign up for the weekly Friday Focus newsletter at https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter   CONNECT WITH AMY https://www.instagram.com/focusonwhy/  https://www.instagram.com/amy.rowlinson/ https://www.facebook.com/RowlinsonAmy/ https://www.facebook.com/focusonwhy/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/focusonwhy/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyrowlinson/ HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.

People often say, in an off-the-cuff way, that something they organised was ‘like a military operation’.  Well, this week’s guest, Harry Lomas, really does know what it’s like to run a kitchen as a huge, well-oiled military machine.   Harry’s strategic skills have been honed by the 34 years he spent with the British Army.  His amazing career included a stint with The Royal Household; the position of Master Chef with the Parachute Regiment in Cyprus and, to round off, being responsible for feeding troops around the world, including Afghanistan. There he was involved in rebuilding the kitchen at Camp Bastion, which had to serve 25,000 troops at each sitting.   The statistics become more eye-watering with Harry’s next role, overseeing the catering for the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic games. As you’ll hear, the prospect of serving 147,000 people a day, never seemed to daunt Harry.  That’s probably why he’s the perfect fit for the title he holds now: Head of Culinary at Wembley Stadium.   At which point, I’ll hand over to the great strategist himself.  Only Harry can explain the complexities of cooking different meals for thousands of football fans  – and making sure they’re back in their seats before kick-off.  

During Op Herrick 17, Richard Hutchinson was given unprecedented access to medics serving in Afghanistan. Here he follows the route of those injured in battle from the point of injury, through the trauma room at Camp Bastion and back to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham. This programme was Highly Commended at the 2014 AIB Awards (Association for International Broadcasting).

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.

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.

National Airlines Flight 102 took off from an airfield in northeastern Afghanistan on April 29, 2013. Minutes later, it would stall in midair before crashing to the ground. The latest in science, culture, and history from Smithsonian Channel.

David Cotterrell is an installation artist whose work crosses many boundaries. Working all over the world, from Shanghai’s burgeoning cityscape to a military trauma unit at Camp Bastion in Afghanistan, David defies traditional classification. He challenges himself and his ideas through a continual drive towards artistic discomfort. In this extended conversation recorded on David’s converted coal barge on the River Thames we explore how medicine and art can intersect in surprising ways.

Grammy & Ivor Novello Award winning songwriter & producer, Eliot Kennedy has teamed with Leeds vocalist Joanne Heselden-Edwards to create a charity album. Proceeds from the sale of “Hidden Wounds” with benefit Help For Heroes’ psychological well-being programme. The man responsible for some of the biggest hits of Take That, the Spice Girls, & Bryan Adams has been speaking to Chris Kaye on the Forces Breakfast, about how a life changing visit to Camp Bastion in Afghanistan was the catalyst for the project... #charity #forces #Army #RAF #HiddenWounds #RoyalNavy #Catterick #NAAFI #HelpForHeroes #GaryBarlow #TakeThat

Mark De Rond is an ethnographer who embeds himself with teams under pressure. What's the culture like in a field hospital in Camp Bastion, in the boat race crew? Mark's latest book 'Doctors at War' - a first hand account of the culture in Camp Bastion's hospital - is out this week. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Afghan commandos based in Helmand Province have been fighting heavily in northern districts, including Sangin over the past year. As US forces leave Camp Leatherneck and British forces leave Camp Bastion, the Afghan 7th Commando Battalion at adjacent Camp Shorabak will remain, along with the regular Afghan National Army, running operations by road and by air (when helicopters are available). This package includes footage of a ride-along on a convoy from Camp Shorabak to Gereshk police headquarters, footage of life on base, file footage of Afghan commando night operations, interviews with commanders, the District Governor of Nahri Saraj and with commandos.

They call them 'The Unexpected Survivors'. The casualties from the war in Afghanistan whose injuries were so severe that they were not expected to survive, but who survived nevertheless. In October, after 13 years Britain and the United States officially brought their combat operations in Helmand Afghanistan to an end. Camp Bastion, the coalition stronghold – once one of the largest military bases in the world – has been dismantled leaving a handful of buildings that will now be handed over to the Afghan National Army. First established eight years ago in 2006, Camp Bastion came to host to one of the most extraordinary and successful trauma medical systems ever seen. Amongst the medics that went to and served in Afghanistan were doctors who trained with me in civilian hospitals. With the mission nearly at an end I had to see them and their system for myself, to try and understand just how it came to be and why it worked so well. Photo courtesy of Ministry of Defence

Charlene Guy spoke to Wing Commander Al Clark who shares important information for troops remaining in Camp Bastion.

War and art have been interlinked since the dawn of time, and the war in Afghanistan is no different. War artist Anna Redwood visits the 7th Armored Brigade, also known as ‘The Desert Rats’ in Camp Bastion; her mission, along with metalsmiths from the Royal Electrical Mechanical Engineers (REME), is to build a giant ten-foot rat out of old armored vehicle parts.

Afghan medics are now treating their injured soldiers and police in a newly built trauma center, a first for the country, based in Helmand in the country’s south. In the past, any Afghan security forces wounded on the battlefield were taken to ISAF’s hospital at Camp Bastion but now, local medics at the field hospital for the 215 Corps, are treating their own.

In Sitrep this week…….   Details of the humanitarian aid British Forces are giving to the Philippines   What next for the UN's talks with Iran over its nuclear plans?   How much money did this year's Poppy appeal raise?   And soldier first, Olympian second – Heather Stanning talks about life in Camp Bastion.   PRESENTER: Kate Gerbeau STUDIO GUEST: BFBS's Defence Analyst Christopher Lee    OTHER INTERVIEWS:     The RBL's 'Head of Fundraising' - Charles Byrne  Captain Heather Stanning talking to our reporter Tim Cooper. Mark Hibbs is a Senior Associate on the Nuclear Policy Programme at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and joins us from Germany…   ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….   You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via webb, App & DAB in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum)   Alternatively listen again on the website

In Sitrep this week…….   Details of the humanitarian aid British Forces are giving to the Philippines   What next for the UN's talks with Iran over its nuclear plans?   How much money did this year’s Poppy appeal raise?   And soldier first, Olympian second – Heather Stanning talks about life in Camp Bastion.   PRESENTER: Kate Gerbeau STUDIO GUEST: BFBS’s Defence Analyst Christopher Lee    OTHER INTERVIEWS:     The RBL’s 'Head of Fundraising’ - Charles Byrne  Captain Heather Stanning talking to our reporter Tim Cooper. Mark Hibbs is a Senior Associate on the Nuclear Policy Programme at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and joins us from Germany…   ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….   You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via webb, App & DAB in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum)   Alternatively listen again on the website

What's behind the kidnapping of Libya's prime minister?   How the growing terror threat is challenging the UK's intelligence services   President Karzai's criticises NATO's performance in Afghanistan and there's a warning from The Taliban in Pakistan.   Who are the new faces in defence in the Government and opposition party?   And the campaign to keep British soldiers clean, fit and healthy.     PRESENTER: Kate Gerbeau STUDIO GUEST:  BFBS's defence analyst Christopher Lee   OTHER INTERVIEWS:     Former Ambassador to Libya, Oliver Miles.   BFBS reporter Tim Cooper from Camp Bastion.   BFBS reporter James Hirst reporting on MI5's Andrew Parker's speech    The BBC's Rob Watson looking at the new faces in Defence  BFBS reporter Will Inglis reporting from Germany on keeping soldiers fit.

What’s behind the kidnapping of Libya’s prime minister?   How the growing terror threat is challenging the UK’s intelligence services   President Karzai’s criticises NATO’s performance in Afghanistan and there’s a warning from The Taliban in Pakistan.   Who are the new faces in defence in the Government and opposition party?   And the campaign to keep British soldiers clean, fit and healthy.     PRESENTER: Kate Gerbeau STUDIO GUEST:  BFBS’s defence analyst Christopher Lee   OTHER INTERVIEWS:     Former Ambassador to Libya, Oliver Miles.   BFBS reporter Tim Cooper from Camp Bastion.   BFBS reporter James Hirst reporting on MI5’s Andrew Parker’s speech    The BBC’s Rob Watson looking at the new faces in Defence  BFBS reporter Will Inglis reporting from Germany on keeping soldiers fit.

TODAY'S PRESENTER IS JAMES HIRST   What next for a divided Egypt?   The complicated  logistics of withdrawing men and equipment from Afghanistan   Following 20th Armoured Brigade on ex Prairie Thunder   Hero, Veteran or simply ex-Forces -  how do you describe yourself?   PRESENTER: James Hirst STUDIO GUEST: BFBS's Defence Analyst Christopher Lee  & Major General Julian Thompson   OTHER INTERVIEWS:     Nadim Shehadi,  from Chatham House Middle East and North Africa Programme,   BFBS reporter Geoff Meade in Camp Bastion on logistics of withdrawal.    BFBS reporter  Ali Gibson on EX PRAIRIE THUNDER   Hugh Milroy, Chief Executive of Veterans Aid.   ………………………………………………………………………………… You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via webb, App & DAB in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum)   Alternatively listen again on the website

TODAY'S PRESENTER IS JAMES HIRST   What next for a divided Egypt?   The complicated  logistics of withdrawing men and equipment from Afghanistan   Following 20th Armoured Brigade on ex Prairie Thunder   Hero, Veteran or simply ex-Forces -  how do you describe yourself?   PRESENTER: James Hirst STUDIO GUEST: BFBS’s Defence Analyst Christopher Lee  & Major General Julian Thompson   OTHER INTERVIEWS:     Nadim Shehadi,  from Chatham House Middle East and North Africa Programme,   BFBS reporter Geoff Meade in Camp Bastion on logistics of withdrawal.    BFBS reporter  Ali Gibson on EX PRAIRIE THUNDER   Hugh Milroy, Chief Executive of Veterans Aid.   ………………………………………………………………………………… You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via webb, App & DAB in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum)   Alternatively listen again on the website

Is the detention centre in Camp Bastion Britain's Guantanamo Bay? How will the lifting of the EU arms embargo affect the Syrian conflict? Will the MoD meet the Treasury's demands for cuts to the defence budget? Plus,  Henry VIII's flagship, the Mary Rose, comes to life in  a new museum in Portsmouth And …discover which toys were influenced by war over the last 200 years  PRESENTER: CLAIRE SADLER standing in for Kate Gerbeau STUDIO GUEST: BFBS's Defence Analyst Christopher Lee OTHER INTERVIEWS:   BFBS Reporter Will Inglis reporting from Camp Bastion on the suspected Afghan insurgents. International Affairs analyst Martin McCauley from university College London discusses the Camp Bastion detainees and the Syrian conflict. BFBS Reporter Liz Mullen on defence cuts to the MoD police BFBS reporter Tim Cooper visits the new Mary Rose Museum V&A's Museum of Childhood, curator Sarah Wood discusses the museum's “War Games” exhibition…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via webb, App & DAB in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum)  Alternatively listen again on the website

Is the detention centre in Camp Bastion Britain’s Guantanamo Bay? How will the lifting of the EU arms embargo affect the Syrian conflict? Will the MoD meet the Treasury’s demands for cuts to the defence budget? Plus,  Henry VIII's flagship, the Mary Rose, comes to life in  a new museum in Portsmouth And …discover which toys were influenced by war over the last 200 years  PRESENTER: CLAIRE SADLER standing in for Kate Gerbeau STUDIO GUEST: BFBS’s Defence Analyst Christopher Lee OTHER INTERVIEWS:   BFBS Reporter Will Inglis reporting from Camp Bastion on the suspected Afghan insurgents. International Affairs analyst Martin McCauley from university College London discusses the Camp Bastion detainees and the Syrian conflict. BFBS Reporter Liz Mullen on defence cuts to the MoD police BFBS reporter Tim Cooper visits the new Mary Rose Museum V&A’s Museum of Childhood, curator Sarah Wood discusses the museum’s “War Games” exhibition…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and at 1830 (UK time) on BFBS (via webb, App & DAB in the UK and on FM in Scotland, Colchester, Salisbury Plain, Aldershot, Catterick & Blandford Forum)  Alternatively listen again on the website

Two years on & the Syrian conflict is ongoing – is there anything the international community can do end hostilities?   Concerns what an Independent Scotland will mean for defence…   How serious are North Korea's threats to use nuclear weapons   How advances in frontline trauma care benefit not only the armed forces but also the NHS   And, find out what the new Pope thinks about the Falklands Islands……..   PRESENTER:  Kate Gerbeau STUDIO GUESTS:  BFBS's defence analyst, Christopher Lee     OTHER INTERVIEWS:    Sir Andrew Green, former ambassador to Syria Andrea Berger, an expert on nuclear issues at the Royal United ServicesInstitute, British Forces News reporter Fiona Weir reporting from the hospital at Camp Bastion. Surgeon Commodore Alasdair Walker, Medical Director at Joint Medical Command You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and on BFBS Radio at 1830 (UK time) Alternatively listen again on the website

Two years on & the Syrian conflict is ongoing – is there anything the international community can do end hostilities?   Concerns what an Independent Scotland will mean for defence…   How serious are North Korea’s threats to use nuclear weapons   How advances in frontline trauma care benefit not only the armed forces but also the NHS   And, find out what the new Pope thinks about the Falklands Islands……..   PRESENTER:  Kate Gerbeau STUDIO GUESTS:  BFBS’s defence analyst, Christopher Lee     OTHER INTERVIEWS:    Sir Andrew Green, former ambassador to Syria Andrea Berger, an expert on nuclear issues at the Royal United ServicesInstitute, British Forces News reporter Fiona Weir reporting from the hospital at Camp Bastion. Surgeon Commodore Alasdair Walker, Medical Director at Joint Medical Command You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and on BFBS Radio at 1830 (UK time) Alternatively listen again on the website

Chris Kaye speaks to Captain Henry Fowler, second in command of 'A' squadron, the Queen's Royal Lancers. Find out how they are keeping Camp Bastion secure and hear about the notable successes.

How vital is  the battle for Aleppo in deciding Syria's future?   Why drones are taking over the skies in  Afghanistan   Find out the special qualities that former Service personnel bring to civvy street   And why there's still a strong fascination for the Second World War after more than 70 years   PRESENTER:  Kate Gerbeau STUDIO GUEST:  BFBS's defence analyst, Christopher Lee       Interviews: Professor Fawaz Gerges on Syria & Egypt   Brtiish Forces News' reporter Carla Prater in Camp Bastion talking about drones.   Tony Ward, MD or Force 10 Recruitment.   British Forces News' reporter James Hirst interviews the PM David Cameron   Historian Anthony Beevor on his new book, the Second World War ............................................................................................................ You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and on BFBS Radio at 1830 (UK time) Alternatively listen again on the website.

How vital is  the battle for Aleppo in deciding Syria’s future?   Why drones are taking over the skies in  Afghanistan   Find out the special qualities that former Service personnel bring to civvy street   And why there’s still a strong fascination for the Second World War after more than 70 years   PRESENTER:  Kate Gerbeau STUDIO GUEST:  BFBS’s defence analyst, Christopher Lee       Interviews: Professor Fawaz Gerges on Syria & Egypt   Brtiish Forces News’ reporter Carla Prater in Camp Bastion talking about drones.   Tony Ward, MD or Force 10 Recruitment.   British Forces News’ reporter James Hirst interviews the PM David Cameron   Historian Anthony Beevor on his new book, the Second World War ............................................................................................................ You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and on BFBS Radio at 1830 (UK time) Alternatively listen again on the website.

One of the greatest risks to team stability, explains Dr Mark de Rond, recently returned from fieldwork with the high-performance surgical teams at Britain's Camp Bastion military hospital in Afghanistan, is boredom. Under pressure, teams of high performers function exceptionally well. But when bored, the qualities that produce exceptional performance under pressure risk destabilising the team. How do you deal with a sense of futility and boredom?

It's been a tragic week for British Forces in Afghanistan but have the politicians got their strategy right?   Sitrep hears direct from Camp Bastion and get the opinion of a Warrior expert   And find out why next week's summit between President Obama and PM Cameron is so important to the future of our Forces.     PRESENTER:  Kate Gerbeau   STUDIO GUESTS:  BFBS's defence analyst, Christopher Lee  Interviews with:   Former foreign secretary  - David Miliband   British Forces News reporter from Camp Bastion -  James Hirst   Christopher Foss, Warrior Expert from Janes defence   ......................................................................................................................................... You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and on BFBS Radio 1 at 1830 (UK time) Alternatively listen again on the website.

It’s been a tragic week for British Forces in Afghanistan but have the politicians got their strategy right?   Sitrep hears direct from Camp Bastion and get the opinion of a Warrior expert   And find out why next week’s summit between President Obama and PM Cameron is so important to the future of our Forces.     PRESENTER:  Kate Gerbeau   STUDIO GUESTS:  BFBS’s defence analyst, Christopher Lee  Interviews with:   Former foreign secretary  - David Miliband   British Forces News reporter from Camp Bastion -  James Hirst   Christopher Foss, Warrior Expert from Janes defence   ......................................................................................................................................... You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and on BFBS Radio 1 at 1830 (UK time) Alternatively listen again on the website.

What more can Nato do to quell the anger of Afghans over the burning of the Koran As the situation in Syria deteriorates  - how can the international community help?   How the risks of war reporting are balanced with the desire to tell the story   How Afghan's are winning the fight against corruption   And why the MoD has turned to South Korean shipbuilders…….       PRESENTER:  Glen Mansell   STUDIO GUESTS:  BFBS's defence analyst, Christopher Lee    Interviews with: Sky's News's Chief Correspondent Stuart Ramsay on Syria & war reporting Foreign Minister Alistair Burt on the situation in Iran.   British  Forces News reporter James Hirst from Camp Bastion on the anger over the burning of the Koran and anti-corruption measures.   British Forces News reporter Will Inglis reporting on defence procurement    ............................................................................................................................................. You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and on BFBS Radio 1 at 1830 (UK time) Alternatively listen again on the website.

What more can Nato do to quell the anger of Afghans over the burning of the Koran As the situation in Syria deteriorates  - how can the international community help?   How the risks of war reporting are balanced with the desire to tell the story   How Afghan’s are winning the fight against corruption   And why the MoD has turned to South Korean shipbuilders…….       PRESENTER:  Glen Mansell   STUDIO GUESTS:  BFBS’s defence analyst, Christopher Lee    Interviews with: Sky’s News’s Chief Correspondent Stuart Ramsay on Syria & war reporting Foreign Minister Alistair Burt on the situation in Iran.   British  Forces News reporter James Hirst from Camp Bastion on the anger over the burning of the Koran and anti-corruption measures.   British Forces News reporter Will Inglis reporting on defence procurement    ............................................................................................................................................. You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and on BFBS Radio 1 at 1830 (UK time) Alternatively listen again on the website.

Mark McKenzie speaks to Cpl Derek Wallace, Cpl Colin Baxter, C/Sgt Stan McCulloch & Cpl Richie Catto in Camp Bastion. Two of the guys have just become dads again

Could Turkey could play a key role in the Syrian crisis?   Two new reports criticize the cuts made by the SDSR – so is the MoD up to the job?    How will the United Nations react to Argentina's accusation that the UK is militarizing the Falklands Islands   And find out how Afghan women are playing a leading role in their country's transition     PRESENTER:  Kate Gerbau   STUDIO GUESTS:  BFBS's defence analyst, Christopher Lee    Interviews with:   Sir Andrew Green, Britain's former ambassador to Syria   British Forces News' reporter  Geoff Meade on the SDSR   Sukey Cameron, of the Falkland Islands Government   British Forces News' reporter  from Camp Bastion on women in the Afghanistan National Army ................................................................................................................................................ You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and on BFBS Radio 1 at 1830 (UK time). Alternatively listen again on the website.

Could Turkey could play a key role in the Syrian crisis?   Two new reports criticize the cuts made by the SDSR – so is the MoD up to the job?    How will the United Nations react to Argentina’s accusation that the UK is militarizing the Falklands Islands   And find out how Afghan women are playing a leading role in their country’s transition     PRESENTER:  Kate Gerbau   STUDIO GUESTS:  BFBS’s defence analyst, Christopher Lee    Interviews with:   Sir Andrew Green, Britain's former ambassador to Syria   British Forces News’ reporter  Geoff Meade on the SDSR   Sukey Cameron, of the Falkland Islands Government   British Forces News’ reporter  from Camp Bastion on women in the Afghanistan National Army ................................................................................................................................................ You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and on BFBS Radio 1 at 1830 (UK time). Alternatively listen again on the website.

  Why military top brass say it's too early to judge whether the war in Afghanistan has been successful   The Government will appoint a chief coroner but what will it mean in practical terms to Service families?   Why Turkey is forging closer military ties with the UK    And there's growing unrest in Egypt  - so what happened to the Arab Spring?       PRESENTER:  Kate Gerbau   STUDIO GUESTS:  BFBS's defence analyst, Christopher Lee    Interviews with:   British Forces News reporter Geoff Meade in Camp Bastion, Afghanistan.   BBC Correspondent Hugh Sykes, in Cairo, Egypt   Middle East analyst Jon Marks on the Arab Spring.   Kevin Shinkwin from the Royal British Legion on the role of the Chief Coroner ................................................................................................................................................................. You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and on BFBS Radio 1 at 1830 (UK time).   Alternatively listen again on the website.

  Why military top brass say it's too early to judge whether the war in Afghanistan has been successful   The Government will appoint a chief coroner but what will it mean in practical terms to Service families?   Why Turkey is forging closer military ties with the UK    And there's growing unrest in Egypt  - so what happened to the Arab Spring?       PRESENTER:  Kate Gerbau   STUDIO GUESTS:  BFBS’s defence analyst, Christopher Lee    Interviews with:   British Forces News reporter Geoff Meade in Camp Bastion, Afghanistan.   BBC Correspondent Hugh Sykes, in Cairo, Egypt   Middle East analyst Jon Marks on the Arab Spring.   Kevin Shinkwin from the Royal British Legion on the role of the Chief Coroner ................................................................................................................................................................. You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and on BFBS Radio 1 at 1830 (UK time).   Alternatively listen again on the website.

Package about coalition forces, mentors and instructors teaching Afghan National Security Forces how to counter the improvised explosive device. Students attending the Explosive Hazard Reduction Course at Joint Sustainment Academy, Camp Leatherneck, learn how to place explosives on IEDs and blow them up during an exercise held at Camp Bastion's training range, Helmand province, Afghanistan. Produced by Petty Officer 1st Class Gino Flores. Includes soundbites from Master Chief Scott Trieble, from Aiea, Hawaii, Navy explosives ordnance disposal expert, Counter Improvised Explosives Devices Task Force. Also available in high definition.