Best Parachute Regiment Podcasts (2024)

1
223 - Landing Craft Infantry 52:35

10m ago52:35

52:35

In this podcast episode, I'm looking at the work of LCI's, Landing Craft Infantry. These are not the smaller Higgins Boats we see storming the Normandy beaches in Saving Private Ryan but large beaching craft intended to transport and deliver fighting troops, typically a company of infantry or marines, to a hostile shore once a beachhead was secured…

1
Horizon Scan Ep. 42 |⚡️Iran-Israel | ⚡️The Illusion Of Choice | ⚡️Gay Gangsta Rap Psyop 1:23:44

1d ago1:23:44

1:23:44

Summary In this conversation, Gaz and Hugh discuss various topics, including fashion, sweating, and the recent conflict between Iran and Israel. They touch on the changing perception of news media, the role of social media in disseminating information, and the hypocrisy of foreign policies. They also highlight the financial struggles and domestic i…

1
222 - The D-Day Scientists Who Changed Special Operations 47:52

4d ago47:52

47:52

Operation Jubilee, the Dieppe Raid on the coast of France, was a disaster in 1942. However, it did highlight the need for more reconnaissance before any other amphibious operations were mounted. In London, a small group of eccentric researchers, experimenting on themselves from inside pressure tanks in the middle of the London air raids, explored t…

1
Horizon Scan Ep. 41 |⚡️Cass NHS Gender Review | ⚡️Brazilian Censorship 1:06:05

6d ago1:06:05

1:06:05

No summary this week as the system we use to generate it is playing up - Do you read it anyway? 😅 One thing I’ll ask is that you consider creating an account on X and following the Sin Eaters Guild account and also my (Gaz) and Hugh’s accounts. We want to make more of a push there as long term it seems the best, though far from perfect, place for f…

1
Horizon Scan Ep. 40 |⚡️Israeli Drone Strike | ⚡️J.K. Rowling | ⚡️Johnny Mercer 1:07:15

16d ago1:07:15

1:07:15

Summary The conversation begins with a lighthearted discussion about knee pain, but quickly transitions to a more serious topic: the recent Israeli strike on aid workers in Gaza. The hosts discuss the possibility of the strike being deliberate and the implications for Israeli PR. They also touch on the role of the UN and the potential for war crime…

1
221 - Training the Indian Army 40:11

20d ago40:11

40:11

The Indian Army was the largest volunteer army during the Second World War. Indian Army divisions fought in the Middle East, North Africa and Italy - and went to make up the overwhelming majority of the troops in South East Asia. Over two million personnel served in the Indian Army. In this episode, I am joined by Dr Alan Jefferys to discuss how th…

1
Horizon Scan Ep. 39 |⚡️Moscow Attack | ⚡️Baltimore Bridge | ⚡️Western Decline 1:01:27

23d ago1:01:27

1:01:27

Summary In this episode, Gaz and Hugh discuss various topics, including the Moscow attack, poor decision making in the Royal Household, and possible motivations behind the attack. They explore different theories, such as Western involvement and the role of ISIS. The conversation highlights the importance of analyzing events objectively and being aw…

1
220 - The Archer: Reversing to Victory 43:37

1M ago43:37

43:37

From late 1944, an ungainly piece of equipment was introduced into service in the British and Canadian armies. Referred to at the time as the ‘Valentine 17-pounder SP’, and later as the ‘Archer’, it was a tracked vehicle with an open compartment at the front and a large gun facing to the rear. Joining me to tell the story of the Archer's developmen…

1
Horizon Scan Ep. 38 |⚡️Obama Visit | ⚡️Narrative Formation | ⚡️Kate Middleton Questions 1:17:54

1M ago1:17:54

1:17:54

Summary In this episode, Gaz and Hugh discuss the unusual visit of former President Obama to Downing Street and speculate on the possible reasons behind it. They also explore the trend of billionaires selling off their stocks and the potential implications for the financial market. Lastly, they delve into the idea that Hollywood films may be influe…

1
219 - D-Day Tourism 1:09:42

1M ago1:09:42

1:09:42

While at We Have Ways Fest, I caught Paul Woodadge, the host of WW2TV, giving an excellent talk on D-Day tourism. I thought I would ask him on the show to discuss tourism, how it has changed and what to see. Base in France, Paul has been a battlefield tour guide for over 20 years. More recently, he launched WW2TV and became a Second World War YouTu…

1
Horizon Scan Ep. 37 |⚡️Is This Racist? | ⚡️Haiti Cannibalism | ⚡️Fire Your Photoshopper 1:16:25

1M ago1:16:25

1:16:25

Summary In this episode, Gaz and Hugh discuss various topics, including TRT and supplements, the controversy surrounding Frank Hester's comments about Diane Abbott, and the interpretation of racism. They also touch on lighter topics such as cannibalism and dicks. The conversation covers various topics, including a discussion about a video, the situ…

1
Horizon Scan Ep. 36 |⚡️Sauna Etiquette | ⚡️Physical Health | ⚡️Mens Mental Health & TRT 1:03:54

1M ago1:03:54

1:03:54

Summary In this episode, Gaz and Hugh discuss various topics, including sauna etiquette, insecurity and dominance in saunas, the challenges of being attractive, evolutionary factors in attraction, and the relationship between physical fitness and character traits. The conversation explores the impact of fitness on cognitive ability and the connecti…

1
218 - Target Hong Kong 44:30

2M ago44:30

44:30

In January 1945, Admiral Halsey, with the third Fleet, conducted a raid into the South China Sea. This was designated Operation Gratitude. The raid was to support the landings on Luzon, in the Philippines, with the aim of destroying the Japanese navy, supply convoys and any air assets in the area. As part of this operation, Hong Kong would be attac…

1
Horizon Scan Ep. 35 |⚡️Google AI | ⚡️Demographic Replacement | ⚡️Abused Good Nature 1:00:44

2M ago1:00:44

1:00:44

The conversation covers various topics, including the minimal effort needed to get people on board with Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), the changing views of generations, the impact of universities and education, the manipulation of people's good nature, the ideology of protecting feelings at all costs, the vulnerability of good people to …

1
Horizon Scan Ep. 34 |⚡️Parliament Mob Rule | ⚡️Critiquing Religions | ⚡️Can We Jail Gaz? 57:42

2M ago57:42

57:42

Summary In this episode of Horizon Scan, Gaz and Hugh discuss recent events and the role of business and customer service. They also delve into the parliamentary debate and the Speaker's decision to allow a motion amendment. The implications of the amendment and the focus of MPs on international issues rather than local constituency matters are exp…

1
217 - How the Luftwaffe Lost the skies over Germany 54:19

2M ago54:19

54:19

Starting with small raids at the start of the war, the aerial offensive grew into a massive operation. Huge air armadas would eventually pulverise Germany, with the Mighty Eigth Airforce flying by day and the Lancasters of Bomber Command by night. This 24-hour campaign seriously damaged Germany’s ability to make war and killed hundreds of thousands…

1
216 - The Latvian Legion 43:46

2M ago43:46

43:46

'In Arctic blizzards between January and March 1945, the Latvian 15th SS Division - a core of Russian Front veterans but most raw teenage conscripts from Nazi-occupied Latvia - tried to stop the Red Army sweeping across Pomerania, now Poland. One in three died: the majority never returned home.' In this episode, I'm joined by Vincent Hunt, and we d…

1
Horizon Scan Ep. 33 |⚡️Where is the acid throwing turd? | ⚡️Tucker and Putin | ⚡️Backdoor globalism 1:08:05

2M ago1:08:05

1:08:05

Summary The conversation covers various topics, including the poor sound quality of the previous episode, conspiracy theories surrounding the royal family, the acid attack suspect and immigration policies, the media's handling of criminal descriptions, Tucker Carlson's interview with Putin, and NSA surveillance. The hosts express their opinions and…

1
Lightning Strikes & The Ragged Irregulars of Bassingbourne 55:17

2M ago55:17

55:17

On the 9th of October, 1943, one of the bloodiest air battles of the war was unfolding over German skies. Over 300 hundred fighters were attacking the Flying Fortresses of the American 1st air division, who were on a daylight bombing raid to Anklam, East Germany. The dog fighting was savage, the Germans relentless. The men on the bombers who flew t…

1
Horizon Scan Ep. 32 |⚡️Elon Musk Renumeration | ⚡️Accel vs Decel | ⚡️Personal Carbon Footprint 1:06:28

3M ago1:06:28

1:06:28

Summary The conversation covers various topics, including Elon Musk's compensation package, the lawsuit against him, the impact on innovation and capitalism, the stigma surrounding Musk and Donald Trump, and a misleading article on the carbon footprint of homegrown food. The discussion highlights the agenda behind the article and the importance of …

1
215 - The Power of Japanese Propaganda 41:22

3M ago41:22

41:22

This episode will look at Japanese propaganda during the imperial era. With the rise of mass production of newspapers and magazines amidst the Russo-Japanese War, the Japanese population became instilled in nationalism and militarism. Despite the era of demilitarisation and democratisation after the First World War, the Japanese Empire, once again,…

1
Horizon Scan Ep. 31 |⚡️US Border | ⚡️German Farmer protests | ⚡️Epic Meat + Dairy vs Veganism Rant 1:24:42

3M ago1:24:42

1:24:42

Summary The conversation covers various topics, including Trump's success in the Iowa primaries, the support for Trump within the Republican Party, border issues in the US, updates on Europe, labeling and othering in politics, Keir Starmer's involvement in post office prosecutions, and Sadiq Khan's alleged involvement in a 9/11 case. The conversati…

1
214 - Stan Hollis VC and the Green Howards on D-Day 49:42

3M ago49:42

49:42

The Green Howards landed in the first wave on D-Day. With them was Company Sergeant Major Stan Hollis, who had seen action in France in 1940, being evacuated from the beaches of Dunkirk. He fought in North Africa and took part in the invasion of Sicily. It is fair to say Hollis was a seasoned soldier. He is also the only recipient of the Victoria C…

1
Extra Ammo - The Pilot Episode 45:17

3M ago45:17

45:17

Amazing War Stories: Extra Ammo is the supporting VODCAST of the Amazing War Stories Podcast - click the link in the show notes to watch the video version. In each of these new episodes, hosts Ed Sayer and Bruce Crompton talk about military heroes and examine rare military artefacts. In this pilot episode, we tell the 'origin' story of Bruce, how h…

1
Horizon Scan Ep. 30 |⚡️Voter ID | ⚡️DEI | ⚡️Meritocracy 53:01

3M ago53:01

53:01

Summary The conversation covers various topics, including New Year's resolutions, feedback on predictions, the discussion on voter ID, the stance of the Labour Party on voter ID, the influence of Elon Musk, the importance of moral character in business leaders, the pushback against DEI, and the scrutiny of statistics. The conversation explores the …

1
Horizon Scan Ep. 29 |⚡️2024 Predictions Show 1:45:44

4M ago1:45:44

1:45:44

Summary In this episode, Gaz and Hugh discuss their predictions for the year 2024, focusing on the UK political landscape. They anticipate that Labour will win the election, but the party's honeymoon period will be short-lived as internal conflicts and ineptitude become apparent. They also discuss the potential for civil unrest and tensions in the …

1
213 - The British Empire and Commonwealth’s War Against Imperial Japan 56:37

4M ago56:37

56:37

The war in Asia and the Pacific against Japan is often seen as an American affair. While the US did play a dominant role, the British and Commonwealth forces also made major contributions – on land, at sea and in the air – eventually involving over a million men and vast armadas of ships and aircraft. Joining me to discuss Britain and the Commonwea…

1
Horizon Scan Ep. 28 |⚡️Trump Colorado | ⚡️Media’s Role In Political Discourse | ⚡️School Gender Guidance 1:04:09

4M ago1:04:09

1:04:09

In this episode, Gaz and Hugh discuss the recent Colorado Supreme Court decision to kick Donald Trump off the ballot, citing his involvement in the US Capitol riot. They speculate on the motivations behind the decision and the potential impact on the general election. The conversation then shifts to a comparison of US and UK politics, with a focus …

1
212 - Invisible Generals 50:55

4M ago50:55

50:55

When President McKinley turned down Benjamin Oliver Davis for a place at West Point due to the colour of his skin, Davis joined the army as a private. Davis soon worked his way through the ranks to receive his second lieutenant commission in 1901. It would be over 30 years before another black officer would receive his commission, and that would be…

1
211 - HG-76: Taking the Fight to Hitler's U-boats 55:04

4M ago55:04

55:04

The convoy HG-76 sailed from Gibraltar to Britain in December 1941. The Royal Navy commander in charge was 'Johnnie' Walker, an anti-submarine expert who had developed new, aggressive U-boat hunting tactics. Accompanying the escorts was HMS Audacity, the Royal Navy's first escort carrier - a new type of warship purpose-built to defend convoys from …

1
Horizon Scan Ep. 27 | Live Facial Recognition | Thought Crime | China & The West 58:40

4M ago58:40

58:40

Summary The conversation covers various topics including reality TV, the UK Rwanda bill, the COVID inquiry, MPs expenses, immigration, government surveillance, and arrests for thought crimes. The hosts express concerns about the lack of accountability in inquiries and the erosion of privacy rights. They discuss the potential dangers of live facial …

1
WarDaddy - The Real Fury 59:15

4M ago59:15

59:15

On a moonlit night of 28th August 1944 an American Sherman M4A1-76 tank sat on a hillside watching the approaching train in the valley below. Sitting on top was a sergeant, Lafayette G Pool. There was nothing normal about this soldier however, he was the US Army’s most feared tank commander and by the end of his service he had clocked over a dozen …

1
Horizon Scan Ep. 26 | Skeletons In Closets | No Coincidences | It Could Never Happen here 50:15

5M ago50:15

50:15

Summary In this conversation, Gaz and Hugh discuss various topics, including Conor McGregor's potential political ambitions, the erosion of freedom of speech, the complexities of Irish politics, and the UK government's immigration measures. They also touch on the perception of the IRA and the challenges of distinguishing between legal and illegal i…

1
Horizon Scan Ep. 26 | Skeletons In Closets | No Coincidences | It Could Never Happen here 48:54

5M ago48:54

48:54

Summary In this conversation, Gaz and Hugh discuss various topics, including Conor McGregor's potential political ambitions, the erosion of freedom of speech, the complexities of Irish politics, and the UK government's immigration measures. They also touch on the perception of the IRA and the challenges of distinguishing between legal and illegal i…

1
210 - The Battle for Italy, 1943 47:06

5M ago47:06

47:06

Hot on the heels of victory in Sicily, the Allies crossed into Southern Italy in September 1943. They expected to drive the Axis forces north and be in Rome by Christmas. Although Italy surrendered, the German forces resisted fiercely, and the swift, hoped-for victory descended into one of the most brutal battles of the war. I am joined by James Ho…

1
Horizon Scan LIVE | MPs Expenses | Tommy Robinson | Hate Speech laws 58:30

5M ago58:30

58:30

A monthly live recap episode between Sin Eaters Guild Founder, Gaz Walsh (ex Parachute Regiment - SFSG) and Hugh Keir, host of the H Hour show (ex Parachute Regiment - 3 Para). We talk about important events that the Sin Eaters Guild community should be aware of. Remember, we don't profess to be experts. We're two normal guys trying to stay aware o…

1
Horizon Scan LIVE ⚡️ | MPs Expenses | Tommy Robinson | Hate Speech laws 56:51

5M ago56:51

56:51

A monthly LIVE recap of the months previous episodes between Sin Eaters Guild Founder, Gaz Walsh (ex Parachute Regiment - SFSG) and Hugh Keir, host of the H Hour show (ex Parachute Regiment - 3 Para). We talk about important events that the Sin Eaters Guild community should be aware of. Remember, we don't profess to be experts. We're two normal guy…

1
Horizon Scan Ep. 25 | Sadiq Khans’ London | Dublin Stabbing & Immigration | The Managerial Class Of Politicians 1:08:40

5M ago1:08:40

1:08:40

A weekly discussion between Sin Eaters Guild Founder, Gaz Walsh (ex Parachute Regiment - SFSG) and Hugh Keir, host of the H Hour show (ex Parachute Regiment - 3 Para). We talk about important events that the Sin Eaters Guild community should be aware of. Remember, we don't profess to be experts. We're two normal guys trying to stay aware of what's …

1
209 - Hospital Trains of WWII 36:45

5M ago36:45

36:45

From the middle of the 19th century, the railways had an integral role in warfare. Trains brought food, ammunition and essential supplies. They also transported troops into the combat zone, and then trains would be used to bring men home. Hospital trains were not a new concept in WWII, but their development moved the carriages away from being ambul…

1
208 - 2SAS and Bill Sterling 47:27

5M ago47:27

47:27

David Stirling is the name synonymous with the wartime SAS, but the real brains behind the operation was, in fact, Bill Stirling, David’s eldest brother. Having originally joined the SOE in March 1940, Bill Stirling sailed for Cairo in 1941 and there had the idea for a small special forces unit to be led by his mercurial brother. But despite some s…

1
The Punishers of Pebble Island 53:20

5M ago53:20

53:20

In the early hours of the 15th May 1982 three SeaKing helicopters lifted off the British aircraft carrier HMS Hermes in complete darkness. On board were 42 soldiers of the Special Air Service - their destination, an enemy airfield whose position threatened the entire British landing force. The stakes were high. If the assault failed, the British co…

1
Horizon Scan Ep. 24 | The Cenotaph Protection Intelligence Test Episode 1:07:12

6M ago1:07:12

1:07:12

A weekly discussion between Sin Eaters Guild Founder, Gaz Walsh (ex Parachute Regiment - SFSG) and Hugh Keir, host of the H Hour show (ex Parachute Regiment - 3 Para). We talk about important events that the Sin Eaters Guild community should be aware of. Remember, we don't profess to be experts. We're two normal guys trying to stay aware of what's …

1
207 - Tank Warfare in North Africa, 1942-43 1:06:13

6M ago1:06:13

1:06:13

If you cast your mind back to episode 187, I discussed the war in the North African desert in 1940-41 with Robert Forczyk. The war in the North African desert was pure mechanised warfare and, in many respects, the most technologically advanced theatre of World War II. It was also the only theatre where, for three years, British and Commonwealth, an…

1
Horizon Scan Ep. 23 | Public Support Miscalculation | Paid Ads For War | Potential Middle East Escalation 1:06:10

6M ago1:06:10

1:06:10

A weekly discussion between Sin Eaters Guild Founder, Gaz Walsh (ex Parachute Regiment - SFSG) and Hugh Keir, host of the H Hour show (ex Parachute Regiment - 3 Para). We talk about important events that the Sin Eaters Guild community should be aware of. Remember, we don't profess to be experts. We're two normal guys trying to stay aware of what's …

1
Horizon Scan Ep. 22 | Information War | Israel - Hamas | Ukraine Attention Switch Fire 1:03:21

6M ago1:03:21

1:03:21

A weekly discussion between Sin Eaters Guild Founder, Gaz Walsh (ex Parachute Regiment - SFSG) and Hugh Keir, host of the H Hour show (ex Parachute Regiment - 3 Para). We talk about important events that the Sin Eaters Guild community should be aware of. Remember, we don't profess to be experts. We're two normal guys trying to stay aware of what's …

1
206 - The Extraordinary Life of Journalist Wallace Carroll 1:01:03

6M ago1:01:03

1:01:03

Journalist Wallace Carroll had a career that spanned 45 years as a journalist. His first foreign posting, in 1929, was to London with the United Press newswire service. Throughout the 1930s, he covered the major events in Europe and witnessed the Spanish Civil War first-hand. Posted back to London, he dictated his early reports of the Blitz from hi…

1
Horizon Scan Ep. 21 | Cultural Division | Israel - Hamas | Emotional Manipulation 1:00:01

6M ago1:00:01

1:00:01

A weekly discussion between Sin Eaters Guild Founder, Gaz Walsh (ex Parachute Regiment - SFSG) and Hugh Keir, host of the H Hour show (ex Parachute Regiment - 3 Para). We talk about important events that the Sin Eaters Guild community should be aware of. Remember, we don't profess to be experts. We're two normal guys trying to stay aware of what's …

1
Horizon Scan Ep. 20 | UK troop Movements | Canadian Media Regulation | Ofcom BBC Special Treatment 1:18:51

7M ago1:18:51

1:18:51

A weekly discussion between Sin Eaters Guild Founder, Gaz Walsh (ex Parachute Regiment - SFSG) and Hugh Keir, host of the H Hour show (ex Parachute Regiment - 3 Para). We talk about important events that the Sin Eaters Guild community should be aware of. Remember, we don't profess to be experts. We're two normal guys trying to stay aware of what's …

1
205 - Victory to Defeat: The British Army 1918-40 56:31

7M ago56:31

56:31

As some of you may know, I am also a First World War historian, and the academic history of the war can be very different from the public perspective, which dwells on the first two years of the war. Forgetting the victories of 1917 and 1918 is not new; it is something the British army did during the inter-war period. Added to this corporate amnesia…

1
204 - Armour in the Pacific 45:40

7M ago45:40

45:40

We do not think of armour being widely used in the Pacific campaign, and compared to other theatres, that is a reasonable assumption. However, it was utilised by both the Japanese and Americans from the island campaigns, such as Tarawa and Guadalcanal, through to the Philippines. Joining me today is Mike Guardia, who is the author of American Armor…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Parachute Regiment Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide