
Hamish de Bretton-Gordon
Former tank commander and chemical weapons expert contributing technical analysis on battlefield injuries, chemical threats and propaganda dynamics.
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Nov 18, 2025 • 46min
Putin turns on his own war cheerleaders & Russia builds new naval base for Black Sea fleet
Verity Bowman, a foreign reporter at The Telegraph, shares chilling insights on gas gangrene's resurgence in Ukraine, linking it to dire frontline conditions. She also highlights a dramatic robotic rescue of a soldier after 33 days trapped in enemy territory. Hamish de Bretton-Gordon, a former tank commander and chemical weapons expert, discusses the Kremlin's crackdown on pro-war bloggers and examines tank injuries versus modern armor. They also analyze the implications of robotics for medical evacuations and the increasing complexity of battlefield injuries.

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May 30, 2025 • 1h 8min
Grenade assassinates Russian commander who led Mariupol attack & Ukraine launches 'autonomous' AI drone
Hamish De Bretton-Gordon, a former British Army Tank Commander and chemical weapons expert, provides military analysis on the ongoing Ukraine conflict. Fiona Hill, former deputy assistant to the U.S. president, shares insights on the intricacies of U.S. military support and the escalating electronic warfare. The conversation delves into significant military developments, including the assassination of a Russian commander and the rise of autonomous AI drones. They also discuss the diplomatic tensions surrounding upcoming peace talks, emphasizing the high stakes involved.

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Jun 4, 2025 • 59min
Exclusive: Putin’s prized spy planes 'crippled' by historic special operation
Hamish De Bretton-Gordon, a former British Army Tank Commander and chemical weapons expert, shares his insights on Ukraine's military strategies. He discusses the crippling effects of recent operations on Russian spy planes and the strategic importance of the UK's defense commitments. The conversation delves into the implications of the UK’s Strategic Defence Review and the role of innovative tactics like Operation Spider's Web. Listeners get an expert analysis on evolving military capabilities and the ongoing challenges in the region.

Jun 18, 2025 • 49min
Drone hit apartment block in deadly Russian raid on Kyiv & North Korea sends troops to help Putin rebuild Kursk
Hamish De Bretton-Gordon, a former British Army Tank Commander, and James Kilner, a Foreign Correspondent for The Telegraph, dive into the grim aftermath of a deadly Russian airstrike on Kyiv, revealing a chilling increase in civilian casualties. They discuss geopolitical tensions as North Korea sends troops to assist Russia in rebuilding Kursk. The conversation also highlights the significance of the St. Petersburg Economic Forum amid waning Western interest and critiques the Kremlin's misleading media narratives surrounding the war.

Jan 31, 2025 • 45min
Explosion 'rips open' oil refinery in former Stalingrad & revolt in occupied territories
Roland Oliphant, Senior Foreign Correspondent at The Telegraph, discusses the latest acts of resistance in occupied territories, while Hamish de Bretton-Gordon, a former British Army Tank Commander, analyzes military training deficiencies in Ukraine. Dr. Jade McGlynn, an expert in Ukrainian resistance, shares insights on the impact of aerial campaigns on Russian capabilities. The conversation highlights the urgent need for improved military strategies and reflects on the international implications of ongoing sanctions against Russia.


