20 Best UK Military Podcasts

1. InsideAIR

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A 'behind the wire' view of the Royal Air Force, its people, technology and operations. Official podcast of the RAF in the UK.
Producer/Network RAF - Royal Air Force
Email ****@gmail.com
Location United Kingdom
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 124Facebook 764.3KTwitter 333.4K Avg Length 53 min Format Long form Get Email Contact Get access to full database of 2.7M podcastsCreate podcast lists, export in spreadsheet or CSV file with email contacts and start your podcast outreach in minutes.Sign Up for Free with Email Continue with Google

2. BFBS Radio Sitrep

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Award winning Sitrep brings you discussion and analysis on defence, foreign policy and the stories affecting the British Forces. Presented by Kate Gerbeau, with expert analysis from Professor Michael Clarke.MORE Hosts Kate Gerbeau, Michael Clarke
Producer/Network BFBS
Email ****@bfbs.com
Location United Kingdom
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 67 Avg Length 31 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

3. Military Veterans Podcast

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This portable podcast is hosted and edited by Gavin Watson, a British Army veteran of 16 years.  He talks to other military veterans, allowing them to share their stories and experiences from before, during and after service.  This podcast will give non-military personnel the chance to gain a better understanding of military life and gain an insight into what the transition back to civilian life can be like. These strong individuals may inspire, after dealing with diversity, resilience and possibly life changing injuries or illnesses...MORE Host Gavin Watson
Producer/Network Gavin Watson
Email ****@militaryveteranspodcast.com
Location Kent, England, United Kingdom
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 48Twitter 87Instagram 568 Avg Length 79 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

4. Warrior Nation

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Welcome to Warrior Nation, the UK's only podcast offering a critical lens on the British military and its relationship with civil society. The podcast is produced by ForcesWatch, an organisation dedicated to investigating militarisation and military ethics. From the brutality of basic training, to predatory recruitment practices and lobbying, we expose and challenge unaccountable military power.MORE Host Joe Glenton
Producer/Network ForcesWatch
Email ****@forceswatch.net
Location United Kingdom
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 20Facebook 1.6KTwitter 3.6K Avg Length 48 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

5. The Redcoat History Podcast

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The podcast for military history geeks and people with a passion for good stories. We focus on British and Commonwealth military history from the birth of the redcoat era through to modern warfare.MORE Host Christian Parkinson
Producer/Network Redcoat History
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 256Twitter 4.9K Avg Length 57 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

6. The Unconventional Soldier

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'Letting the Guest Tell the Story' The Unconventional Soldier Podcast explores conflicts from the Second World War, the Cold War, Northern Ireland and the Global War on Terror. Hosted by veterans, it blends personal experience, regimental history, and in-depth analysis of battles, leadership, and military transformation. Episodes feature former soldiers, historians, and defence experts discussing life on operations, lessons learned, and the enduring legacy of British and other Army campaigns. Follow for authentic voices, forgotten conflicts, and sharp insights from those who served...MORE Hosts Colin Ferguson, Kev Okeffe
Producer/Network theunconventionalsoldier
Email ****@gmail.com
Location England, United Kingdom
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 305Facebook 1.2KTwitter 5.1KInstagram 5.1K Avg Length 83 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

7. The Strength From Within Podcast

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'Strength from Within' is a Motto of the Royal Anglian Regiment. A British Army Infantry Regiment with a strong Operation history. This Podcast is designed for People associated to the Regiment to be able to share their stories and the lessons learnt throughout their career. The Host, Steve Armon is a former RSM of the 1st Bn and served a full career as a Soldier in the Regiment.MORE Host Steve Armon
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Avg Length 91 min Format Extended Get Email Contact

8. The Shephard Defence Podcast

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The Shephard Defence Podcast tells the stories of the defence industry, trends in military technology and the procurement programmes that get the kit into the hands of the warfighter. In a monthly news roundtable, Shephard Media's team of international journalists and analysts take deep dives into defence issues, focusing on niche market sectors and looking at where the trends are heading. We also feature content developed by Shephard Studio in cooperation with our partners...MORE Host Georgia Lewis
Producer/Network Shephard Media
Email ****@shephardmedia.com
Location London, England, United Kingdom
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Apple Rating 3.7/5Apple Reviews 29Facebook 17.7KTwitter 29.7K Avg Length 32 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

9. The InDependent Spouse Podcast with Jess Sands

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Empowering Military Spouses: The InDependent Spouse Podcast from the Armed Forces Family.Looking for inspiration and support as a military spouse? The InDependent Spouse podcast is your one-stop shop for stories, tips, and a thriving community!Host Jess Sands chats with incredible military spouses achieving amazing things, alongside building the Milspo® Community. This network of over 1,400 spouses, partners, and 'other halves' is dedicated to helping military families build epic businesses that thrive, not just survive modern military life...MORE Host Jess Sands
Producer/Network Jess Sands : Podcast Host, Business Owner and military wife
Email ****@designjessica.co.uk
Location United Kingdom
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 40Facebook 1.1KTwitter 2 Avg Length 47 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

10. The Centre for Army Leadership Podcast

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Drawing on over 300 years of British Army leadership experience, 'The Centre for Army Leadership Podcast' looks to establish what is required of our leaders and our leadership, to meet the challenges of both today and tomorrow. For the British Army, leadership underpins everything that we do. It not only ensures we do right by our people, it underpins our operational success. This podcast series seeks to harness diversity of thought and experience from military leaders as well as leaders from the worlds of sport, academia and business, stimulating debate, awareness and critical thinking...MORE Host Ashwin Colin Bhardwaj
Producer/Network The Centre for Army Leadership
Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 130 Avg Length 50 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

11. Defence Talks: Securing UK Advantage

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Defence Talks: Securing UK Advantage is a podcast presented by the Council on Geostrategy in partnership with trade association ADS Group, and sponsored by industry powerhouse BAE Systems.This podcast explores the key themes in British defence in the context of an increasingly contested international security environment. It will consider how the UK can shape the international agenda, focusing on how technology, innovation, skills, and defence strategies help to advance Britain's interests, as well as those of its key allies and partners. www.britainsworld.org.ukMORE Host Viktorija Starych-Samuolienė
Producer/Network Council on Geostrategy
Email ****@geostrategy.org.uk
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Apple Reviews 12 Avg Length 41 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

12. Veterans Voices UK

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Veterans Voices UK is a podcast dedicated to preserving the personal stories of British military veterans from across the generations. Through candid and heartfelt conversations, we explore not only their experiences of war and conflict but also the incredible people behind those stories. From World War Two to modern-day military operations, our episodes bring to life the challenges, sacrifices, and triumphs veterans face during their service and beyond.Each episode dives deep into the unique journeys of these individuals, highlighting their courage, resilience, and humanity...MORE Host Matt Limb
Producer/Network Matt Limb
Email ****@veteransvoices.uk
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Avg Length 45 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

13. Padre's Podcast

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So, this is a Podcast from a British Army Padre with the simple aim of sharing my thoughts and prayers with serving soldiers (and others) to support and encourage you in your faith...
Host Matthew Dietz
Producer/Network Padre Dietz
Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Reviews 5 Avg Length 19 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

14. The Veterans' Voice

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The Veterans' Voice is a unique podcast series brought to you by the UK charity Legasee Educational Trust. For over 14 years, Legasee, with the support of dedicated volunteer filmmakers, historians, and writers, has been filming interviews with British military veterans who have experienced conflict over the past century. In our podcasts, these veteran testimonies are used to highlight specific military events, campaigns and wars, bringing history to life through the voices of those who experienced it firsthand...MORE Host Martin Bisiker
Producer/Network Legasee Educational Trust
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Avg Length 26 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

15. Declassified

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Welcome, I'm Michael Coates, a former firefighter and also a former Soldier.This podcast documents amazing stories from members of the military community.Our guests include Military Cross winners, athletes, partners of those who have served, high ranking commanders and 'normal' veterans who have gained extraordinary experiences.By declassifying stigmas and perceptions we wish to open up issues around mental fitness and wellbeing, talk in depth around subjects such as post traumatic growth and delve into human development on a micro level...MORE Host Michael Coates
Producer/Network Michael Coates
Email ****@declassified.network
Location United Kingdom
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 472 Avg Length 54 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

16. NAAFI Break

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Leaving the uniform behind, we speak to Military Veterans who have left the Services and have forged successful 2nd careers.Showcasing the value of the training and development the Military gave them and how it shaped their life, helping them succeed in the transition from the Military to Civilian life.Insight, inspiration and honesty from the Veterans we speak to.MORE Host Dominic O'Sullivan
Producer/Network Dominic O'Sullivan
Email ****@infopromax.com
Location United Kingdom
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 6 Avg Length 48 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

17. General Talk

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General Talk is a regular podcast from the Army Benevolent Fund featuring interviews with guests from the British Army, past and present. The podcasts give an expert insight into the military's ever-changing role in the modern world and how we, as the Army's national charity, promote the welfare of our soldiers, veterans and their familiesMORE Host Harry Bucknall
Producer/Network General Talk
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 9 Avg Length 33 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

18. The OSINT Bunker

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Military news and defence podcast hosted by @DefenceGeek, @Osinttechnical, @AnAustinThing2 and @geoallison in collaboration with the UK Defence Journal. www.theosintbunker.org
Hosts Defence Geek, Austin, George Allison, OSINTtechnical
Producer/Network The OSINT Boys
Email ****@gmail.com
Location United Kingdom
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Apple Rating 3.7/5Apple Reviews 26Twitter 23.3K Avg Length 66 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

19. Global Education Matters

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Andrew and Ed explore the education options available for UK military families in a number of global locations. This Podcast series aims to provide UK military families with information about local education systems, schools and the range of opportunities and experiences for families to explore in local areas. Featuring interesting guests, the series hopes to offer a broad view of what it is like to live in the locations as a family.MORE Hosts Edward Harris, Andrew Malcolm
Producer/Network Edward Harris and Andrew Malcolm
Location United Kingdom
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Apple Reviews 6Twitter 335 Avg Length 29 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

20. The British Army From Within by E. Charles Vivian

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This 1914 book gives a picture of the British Army structure and life in the early hours of World War I. Summary by david wales
Host John McCormick
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