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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

How do we reconnect with communities who feel given up on? It’s a question I asked social strategist Steven Lacey, and it’s sparked one of the warmest conversations we’ve had on Fault Lines. youtu.be/jAGamK2bOKk

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Restoring Hope to Britain - with Steven Lacey

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

Russia doesn’t need tanks on Whitehall to weaken the West. Major General Tim Cross argues that modern conflict is increasingly fought through cyber-attacks, disinformation, and subversion. The battle for truth has become a major national security issue👇 www.buzzsprout.com/2610460/epis...

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

A strange thing happened this morning - I turned on the radio and heard a politician with vision. I wasn’t quite sure what to make of it at first…it’s been a while.

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Defence isn’t just about tanks, ships, and aircraft. Major General Tim Cross CBE argues that resilience also depends on leadership, national resolve, and our ability to withstand disinformation. A fascinating conversation for my latest Fault Lines podcast👇 www.buzzsprout.com/2610460/epis...

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

One can imagine the heated conversations inside Number 10 as public anger erupted over suggestions Britain was quietly easing Russian oil sanctions. Muddled comms, yes, but reality bites. My latest Fault Lines piece: open.substack.com/pub/rodwhiti...?

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

Britain’s revolving-door politics may be becoming a national vulnerability. At a time of economic fragility, geopolitical instability, and information warfare, the country seems trapped in permanent political psychodrama. New Fault Lines piece here: 👇 rodwhiting.substack.com/p/make-it-st...

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Modern conflict doesn’t always begin with missiles. Edward Lucas argues Britain has spent too long assuming the threats facing us were theoretical - and that complacency is becoming dangerous. Full Fault Lines episode here: 👇 open.substack.com/pub/rodwhiti...?

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

How prepared is Britain for serious disruption? @thetimes.com columnist @edwardlucas.bsky.social has a pretty blunt answer to that question in our conversation on Fault Lines. It’s a sobering - but necessary - listen. Here: 👇 open.substack.com/pub/rodwhiti...?

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

“We are caught with our pants down.” @thetimes.com columnist @edwardlucas.bsky.social doesn’t hold back on Britain’s security and resilience in my Fault Lines conversation. 🎧 Listen here: 👇https://open.substack.com/pub/rodwhiting/p/caught-with-our-pants-down-britains?

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

There’s a real opportunity here. Instead of letting these places decay, reimagine them as proper mixed-use communities - homes, healthcare, leisure, education, even local policing - all under one roof. Far better than leaving behind vast, empty monuments to a retail model that’s run its course.

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America is giving dying mall vibes

On the dangers of social and political nostalgia.

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

Absolutely this. When the present feels a bit jagged, people reach for something familiar and reassuring. That pull towards the past isn’t accidental - it’s comfort, identity, even a bit of quiet escape. No surprise radio stations like @boomradio.co.uk are finding their moment.

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

This chart on “food self-sufficiency” is doing the rounds - with the UK flagged as vulnerable. It’s interesting but needs unpacking…🧵

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Hybrid conflict isn’t something that might happen - it’s happening now, often below the level of public awareness. In this clip, @samolsen.bsky.social explains how the UK is already being targeted by activity that rarely makes the headlines. Full conversation: 👇 podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/f...

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Simon Kuestenmacher @simongerman600.bsky.social · 19/04/2026

I fear that the general US population still isn’t aware of how much permanent damage Trump 2.0 is doing to the reputation and trade flows of the US. Trump keeps pushing everyone (including traditional allies) in the arms of China.

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 19/04/2026

We’ve become used to a stable world. That assumption is shifting - quickly. The instinct is to switch off and think: what can I actually do? A short moment from my conversation with @samolsenx on Fault Lines. 👇 open.substack.com/pub/rodwhiti...?

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

We tend to think of threats to the UK in terms of tanks and missiles. This is something else entirely. Conversation with @samolsen.bsky.social 🎧 Full episode: 👇 open.substack.com/pub/rodwhiti...?

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

We got comfortable in a predictable world. Suddenly, it feels more chaotic, more dangerous. But what if this is the norm? Hence, my new podcast - Fault Lines. First episode with @samolsen.bsky.social on security, resilience, and what’s really driving the change. www.buzzsprout.com/2610460/epis...

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Britain’s Security Reality: What Are We Facing - and Are We Prepared? - Fault Lines

In the first episode of Fault Lines, Rod Whiting speaks to former British Army intelligence officer Sam Olsen about Britain’s changing threat landscape, the erosion of resilience, and why security is ...

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Credit to JD Vance for enabling the defeat of Victor Orban in the Hungary elections. The law of unintended consequences seems to be a reoccurring issue for the current US administration.

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

Bluesky feels well suited to thoughtful discussion about defence and strategy. My latest Fault Lines piece looks at the fading myth of the “Special Relationship” and what the current crisis reveals about Britain’s defence posture. Trump’s Gift to Britain

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

Keir Starmer’s incremental increase in defence spending sends the right signals. But anyone thinking this comes close to reversing thirty years of decline needs to read former SAS soldier Robin Horsfall’s excellent Substack: bit.ly/4h2Ke1Y 🧵1/3

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New defence spending.

What we need. What we must do.

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

Is anyone truly surprised? Trump's intentions have always been crystal clear, and Hegseth’s remarks shouldn’t be brushed aside. The US drawbridge is up. This presents an opportunity for Britain to reclaim influence in Europe, working with the Baltic nations to re-prioritize European defense policy.

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

Good for Sam Altman. Nothing good can come from Musk owning X and the world's leading AI programme. Rupert Murdoch weaponized information; Musk would weaponize intelligence itself. Suddenly, old-school media moguls start looking quaint. www.theguardian.com/technology/2...

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Elon Musk-led group makes surprise bid of nearly $100bn for OpenAI

Sam Altman, OpenAI’s CEO and co-founder, responded that he would not accept and offered to buy X instead

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 18/01/2025

Delighted my 'Loving Your Garden' podcast has reached another milestone. It's a humble hobby site but we have some amazing guests. Here's a Link to our latest episode with Cut Flower Farmer Roz Chandler but take a look back at previous episodes for a topic to suit: www.buzzsprout.com/1904093/epis...

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 07/01/2025

It's likely no coincidence that the observed collapse of editorial standards in recent years corresponds to the rise of Social media. Until we learn to tame this beast (we will), we'll have to continue to endure absurdities like this. apple.news/AehSxVMmRQIy...

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Elon Musk’s father believes ‘good chance’ Tommy Robinson will become prime minister — The Independent

Elon Musk’s father believes there is a “good chance” Tommy Robinson will become prime minister.

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George Conway ⚖️🇺🇸 @gtconway.bsky.social · 04/01/2025

“‘Not every editorial judgment is a reflection of a malign force,’ [The Post’s opinions editor David] Shipley said in [a] statement.” (ɴᴀʀʀᴀᴛᴏʀ: ᴛʜɪꜱ ɪꜱ *ɴᴏᴛ* ᴀ ᴘᴀʀᴛɪᴄᴜʟᴀʀʟʏ ʀᴇᴀꜱꜱᴜʀɪɴɢ ᴛʜɪɴɢ ᴛᴏ ꜱᴀʏ.) www.nytimes.com/2025/01/03/b...

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Washington Post Cartoonist Quits After Jeff Bezos Cartoon Is Killed (Gift Article)

The cartoon, by Ann Telnaes, depicted the owner of The Post, Jeff Bezos, and other billionaires genuflecting toward a statue of President-elect Donald Trump.

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 03/01/2025

Happy birthday to one of the great musicians of my generation - John Paul Jones (79). Churlish then not to offer 6 minutes 16" of pure perfection with John Paul, Robert, Jimmy and Bonzo on @boomradio.co.uk's wild child Boom Rock from 10am: www.boomradiouk.com/boom-rock/

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 30/12/2024

All set for another week of shows starting today from 10-midday on @boomradio.co.uk's wild child, Boom Rock. Treats today include the Patti Smith Group, Led Zeppelin (naturally), and birthday boys: Jethro Tull drummer Clive Bunker, & Jeff Lynne. Ask Alexa or tune in online - bring your air guitar!

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 15/12/2024

Loving my early Christmas present from @boomradio.co.uk - about to make its debut - although the small print on the box is troubling: '... for presenters who have a face for radio' 🤔

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Peter Stefanovic @peterstefanovic.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

Sounds like a plan www.thelondoneconomic.com/politics/aus...

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

Understandable angst over jobs but entirely right to review #defence projects in light of lessons learned from #UkraineRussiaWar, especially game-changing drone tech. www.telegraph.co.uk/business/202...

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Thousands of jobs in doubt over military helicopter contract

Nearly 3,000 roles at a factory in Somerset may be at risk if ministers do not press ahead with procurement plans

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 07/12/2024

The capabilities of remotely operated military assets are increasing with breathtaking speed; such that much of the West’s existing defence planning & procurement risks falling ever further behind the obsolescence curve.

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 02/12/2024

Just started another week of shows on @boomradio.co.uk's sister station Boom Rock: 10-12 Monday to Friday. I'd be delighted to have your company if you fancy some pretty damn good music! www.boomradiouk.com/player/boom-...

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Boom Rock - Listen Live

A world of rock music

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 26/11/2024

It's a moot point now but an interesting summation of how Trump out-manoeuvred US prosecutors with the assistance of the Supreme Court he deftly re-configured in his previous term. slate.com/news-and-pol...

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We Know Who’s to Blame for Trump’s Evasion of Justice. It Isn’t Jack Smith.

None of this was inevitable.

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 23/11/2024

What a blast being able to assist Bayer Global in production of a health-cast series featuring medical experts from around the world at the American Heart Association congress in Chicago, all without leaving my Summerhouse, nearly 4000 miles away in Lincolnshire, UK.

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 23/11/2024

@donald-tusk.bsky.social is right to worry. It's asking a lot for an untested US administration with isolationist inclinations, to meet expectations of a cunning plan to end the #RussiaUkraineWar. Cool, calculating and resolute heads are required to face down Putin's escalation. What could go wrong?

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Rod Whiting @rod-whiting.bsky.social · 22/11/2024

This dangerous man continues to gaslight the West to cover his catastrophic hubristic error in deciding to invade a nation that wasn't ready to be subjugated. It needs leaders of substance - not least the US - to keep calling him out. He feeds on weakness and lack of resolve.

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