
Tom Sharpe
Former Royal Navy commander and maritime security expert who provides analysis on naval operations, boarding actions and laws of the sea.
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Oct 17, 2025 • 37min
I hunted Russian submarines: this is how to beat Putin's navy
Tom Sharpe, a former Royal Navy commander with expertise in hunting submarines, shares his insights on the Russian submarine Novorossiysk and NATO's response. He explains the routine of diesel-electric subs surfacing for recharging, dispelling myths about their distress. Tom discusses the reliability of Russian reports and the overall state of their navy, emphasizing the growing threat posed by modern Russian submarines. He also touches on the implications of drone warfare and the need for naval adaptation in this evolving landscape.

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Jan 9, 2026 • 49min
A US general on Trump, Greenland and Nato in crisis
Ben Hodges, a retired U.S. Army lieutenant general and NATO analyst, discusses the complicated dynamics of recent U.S. military operations and their implications for NATO cohesion. He highlights the risk of U.S. moves toward Greenland potentially straining alliances. Meanwhile, Tom Sharpe, a former Royal Navy commander, reveals the complexities surrounding the seizure of the Bella One tanker, connecting it to oil control efforts and legal gray areas at sea. Both guests emphasize the importance of diplomatic relations amidst rising global tensions.

Dec 1, 2023 • 1h 15min
Hunting Russian submarines with former frigate commander, Tom Sharpe
Retired Navy Commander, Tom Sharpe, talks about hunting Russian submarines and the role of navies in deterring them. They also discuss protecting maritime activities, countering threats, deportation and indoctrination of Ukrainian children, passportization in occupied territories, historical deportations, and extreme measures taken by residents.


