The Times and Sunday Times have announced the launch of a new podcast on the intricacies of geopolitics in an age of uncertainty. In a world where conflict is never far from the headlines, The Times says The General and the Journalist examines the reasons wars begin, the way they end, and the diplomacy, politics and human stories that unfold along the way.
Hosted by two individuals with decades of experience in their respective fields, this series offers insight into the dynamics of modern warfare through General Sir Patrick Sanders, a decorated soldier with 40 years of military expertise, added the publisher. He is joined by Tom Newton Dunn, an award-winning former defence correspondent and political editor. Together they provide a perspective on global conflict.
As the world enters a new age of insecurity, marked by multiple ongoing armed conflicts, The Times says Patrick and Tom will delve into the complexities of modern diplomacy, exploring the debates and agreements shaping current conflicts. Each week they will focus on a key theme, country or conflict - Ukraine, Iran, Gaza, or Sudan. And they examine this against President Donald Trump’s ambitions, and the bigger historical picture, continued the publisher.
There will be recognition of the human story, and the consequences of war, and how best to prevent conflict.
On many episodes, the publisher says Patrick and Tom will be joined by a guest to discuss the politics, the diplomacy, the humanitarian issues and the military ones.
Sir Patrick Sanders, former chief of the general staff of The British Army said: "We're at the end of an old epoch. The world order that gave us relative security for 80 years is collapsing, and we have no idea yet what will come next. What we do know already, sadly, is it will mean more conflict. We think there's a growing hunger to understand our ever more polarised and dangerous world, and Tom and I are passionate about helping people do this."
Tom Newton Dunn, defence correspondent and political editor said: "We’ll talk about why wars start, and how they're won or lost. With both current wars, and the threat of new ones, we’ll discuss what we should worry about, and also worry less about: unpacking the difference between hot war and hot air. I'm hugely looking forward to doing a podcast with Patrick. We've been good friends for close to 20 years since we first met in Basra, (when we both even had a full head of hair).”
The first episode of The General and The Journalist will launch on Thursday 22 May and audiences will be able to listen wherever you find your podcasts and watch on The Times YouTube channel here.
Take a glimpse and what the show has to offer here.
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