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“These podcasts always bring a different angle to the usual military casts. Things that people would not have known about eg BREXMIS, to the life of living in the bush with The RLI are brought to the front of history.”
Sapperpantsoff via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/28/24
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“I’m female and a “civvy” and I find this podcast extremely engaging and fascinating. The expert storytelling gives me valuable insights into a world that feels as foreign to me as Mars! It has given me a completely different perspective and appreciation for military life and the individuals who...”Read full review »
Obi Wan N via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
11/19/24
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“As the title of the show states this podcast is brutally honest about what really happened or was planned to happen in the event of the world going pear shaped .
It is cathartic for those who lived or still operate in the world of military projected force or planning.
The hosts add from their own...”Read full review »
odd ball 7115 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/16/24
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“I have recently found this podcast. It’s excellent!
Honest, genuine hosts who tell it ‘how it is’. It’s great to hear their dits with their oppos and an episode on mental health is very poignant.
I was unaware of 4/73 Special OP Battery during my service so it has been fascinating to learn...”Read full review »
dwgw1 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/02/24
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“Well presented with just the right amount of expertise from Colin.
The interviewee is always given room to tell their story, but always gently drawn back to the theme or question.
Always on my rotation.”
norfolkartist via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/30/24
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“Fascinating insights. Keep up the good work!
More NI please.”
Peter Otter via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/29/24
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“Love this pod, Colin is both personally highly knowledgeable, but more importantly is a talented pod host, allowing his interviewee to really tell their story.”
Hattie Rossi via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/03/24
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“Great pod I love listening to all the SF (or covert units), NI, Cold War and balkans content.”
Redbeard.Hunter via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/22/24
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CADETFETUS via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/14/24
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“Without doubt the most insightful podcast into the various elements of unconventional warfare undertaken by the UK Military with a sprinkling of episodes featuring coalition forces. One word sums it up EXCELLENT.”
Jocky 22 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/27/24
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“These podcasts are superb. The relaxed manner in which they are presented works really well. Their guests are genuine, they’re talking with knowledge and most have the lived experience to back up what they are saying. A broad and diverse catalogue covering interesting subject matter that is...”Read full review »
Skiff1966 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/18/24
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“Brilliant military podcast worth a listen 👌”
scottjones91 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/24/24
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“Great podcast, a must for anyone with an interest in the military whether past or present.
I’m really enjoying the insight into various areas of specialist operations, particularly the Cold War stuff and the advancement of the STA role within the RA.
Keep up the good work.”
Madge41 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/07/24
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“Love the show gents.
You have a great variety of gusts who bring to the forefront honest and light hearted accounts of what was (for most of us) the time of our lives. Lots of succinct comments and very personal recollections.
I’m particularly enjoying the 7 minutes to midnight series.”
The O'Gs via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/16/24
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“Love this podcast. Some real proper history from people that lived it.”
Rb+Cb via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/15/24
“Absolutely love this show. my go to for some gritty, real discussions of military issues. The history is facscinating but it's also great to hear their takes on contemporary issues!”Read full review »
Lou(:/3)?&75;:36 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/29/24
“As a civilian with a keen interest in military history and geopolitics this is a fantastic podcast which gives you a detailed look behind the curtain and to gain some understanding of what it’s like to be in the military and serve in war zones.
I love the fact that it goes into some of the...”Read full review »
Toby the Elf via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/20/24
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“The only podcast that I consistently go back to earlier episodes and listen again - really engaging, great guests and I find myself constantly recommending it friends, serving and civvy!”
Urncn via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/30/23
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“I love listening to the unconventional soldier. Really entertaining, eye opening and heart breaking accounts. Useful insight into the military.
I was particularly interested in how soldiers collaborated with other parts of the military, solved problems, and planned for the unforeseen.
I wasnt...”Read full review »
Sarah J5 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/26/23
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“My go to entertainment for the morning/evening commute.
Really enjoying the wide and varied topics…
As an ex Op Ack, the chats these lads have bring back so many memories.
Favourites are my era - The Cold War to early 90’s.
Brilliant podcasts, keep it going 👍”
ImjinBdr via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/08/23
“Probably the only podcast I keep up to date on. Nine years service back in the 90s and still very interested in what the Army is up to, means this is a must listen.
Desert Island Dits basically feeds my book queue as well”
jezarnold via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/31/23
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“A great podcast that I look forward to catching up with, please keep up the great work and thank you for this”
not andrew (nutter) moorhouse via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/16/23
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“As an ex-Gunner this podcast is interesting, some things bring back memories and others podcast are interested in what other people did in their careers. Keep the good work up.”
devad2002 via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
08/31/23
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“A real mixed bag of military talent interviewed, the interviewing is spot on, explanations of the terminology, good humour, and a pleasure to listen to.”
Korchoi via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/25/23
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“Great podcast. The lads have a very engaging and open interviewing style which gets the best out of their guests. Cue the questions and subjects up nicely and allow the guests to tell their story. It’s easy to tell a good story badly. The lads manage to get great stories told well. I don’t...”Read full review »
Foggygrble via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/31/23
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“Gent’s, hats off for an excellent podcast. A colleague mentioned a recent episode to me and I have now started from S1 Ep1.
Informative and insightful wrt the history, selection and deployments of the Battery. Excellent format and a podcast I am recommending to my former Kingo’s.”
Kaos1792 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/27/23
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“A really well done podcast, offers a fascinating insight into military history. Great guests giving first hand accounts. Highly recommended”
Mlyn1 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/17/23
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“Fascinating insight into an unknown unit of the Royal Artillery first formed during the Cold War. Recommended to Cold War historians, serving and ex- Forces. Enjoyable and laid back, easy to listen to and hosted by two former members. FaB, Ian”
Le Bugler via Apple Podcasts ·
France ·
06/23/23
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“I’m not ex or current armed forces, a walt or a wannabe, just someone with an interest in aspects of the organisation of the British Army and the people who serve. The Unconventional Soldier provides a valuable insight into both and I very much enjoy listening to it while doing my 10k steps a...”Read full review »
Tree_Fella via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/17/23
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“Love the military stories. Especially enjoy the fact that you don’t interrupt or talk over the guests. Keep up the good work.”
Georgia Boy US sailorman via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/06/23
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“only just discovered this - its a brilliant Pod - the guys really know their stuff. Always fascinating”
Peej04 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/03/23
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“This is probably my favourite podcast. Great range of guests covering all aspects of military life without the bravado and bull that seems to be the norm for military based pods. They are not scared to talk about the difficulties faced both in service and afterwards. Military life isn’t all...”Read full review »
Andy T84 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/23/23
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“As a military historian I’m finding this podcast fascinating and absorbing. It’s good the stories of recent conflict and the Cold War are being discussed and preserved like this, and it feels like the podcast is important in our understanding of this period of the history of the British Army....”Read full review »
Battlefield Historian via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/10/23
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“An excellent pod. Really interesting and combines serious talks with some humour. So pleased I found this.
Well done chaps and thank you to the guests!”
Dobbie40s via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/10/23
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“Fantastic information as an amateur military historian. My only gripe is that the sound quality of the guests is much better than the hosts. I’ve never experienced that before. Superb guests. Great series. Well done gents.”
AR3942 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/28/23
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“Really enjoy this podcast. So many interesting guests and the interviewers have a great interviewing style. Some of my favourite podcasts ever have been on this. Cracking works, lads. Keep it up.”
Nick Wilf via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/17/23
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“I don’t have a military background, haven’t lived in the UK for over 30 years, and lean way to the left politically, so I’m probably not the target demographic 😂😂
This is one of my current favorite podcasts, it really gets into the weeds about a military unit that I’ve never heard about, but...”Read full review »
OldSkoolJungle via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/25/23
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“I was in P Bty in the 80’s and saw these guys running around the barracks doing their stuff! A few of my Muckers joined up but I knew I was mad enough to give it a go 😃. It certainly takes a special breed. But loving listening to your stories, hearing the old names, taking me back to those crazy...”Read full review »
KitK13 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/21/23
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“Lots of information on little know units. Well done and thank you.”
Fantassin75 via Apple Podcasts ·
France ·
12/30/22
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“Brilliant podcast. Great variety of guests from all aspects of the military as well as varying stages of recent history; falklands, gulf, Afghan etc.
Noted on the recent Ranger episode you touched on the rating of ‘oppos’ during the selection. This is a big component of the Aussie SF selection...”Read full review »
Davies_90 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/30/22
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“Stumbled across this podcast for something to listen to on holiday. And what a cracking find it is.
Very interesting guests who bring fantastic Military related stories and knowledge. The two hosts are also fantastic, who let the guests talk freely, but guide them through the interview to...”Read full review »
Dobbo 549 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/18/22
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“This a great podcast for Gunners, wider for professional soldiers, service people and anyone that wants to learn what makes people strive to succeed.
Some nostalgic treasures from BAOR and soldiering in the 80s.
Keep it running Kev and Colin.”
billy3577 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/17/22
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“Like many I stumbled upon this podcast by chance and what a great find. The two hosts come across really well and with the vast experience, matter of fact way and sense of humour they keep the podcast moving and interesting.
The variety of guests has expanded as more programs have been made...”Read full review »
Adj1001 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/13/22
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“One of the most interesting and professional podcasts out there.”
A[17] via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/11/22
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“Came across this by chance, but have been listening everyday since. Great work!”
AB**97 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/08/22
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“Really enjoyed the clearance diver episode, great to hear about different branches within the navy.”
jonfasterdamit via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/30/22
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“Fantastic military podcast, great emotional detail and easy to follow, clear enough for us civvies to understand. Keep up the amazing work lads. @glocky9”
@Glocky9 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/09/22
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“Really enjoying the podcast, especially the episodes about the Afghanistan conflict, as this is of particular interest to me.
Keep up the good work 👍”
MG5872 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/08/22
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“One of the best military podcasts around. Keep up the good work”
Fishr66 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/06/22
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