"Letting the Guest Tell the Story"
The Unconventional Soldier Podcast explores conflicts from the Second World War, the Cold War, Northern Ireland and the Global War on Terror. Hosted by veterans, it blends personal experience, regimental history, and in-depth analysis of battles, leadership, and military transformation. Episodes feature former soldiers, historians, and defence experts discussing life on operations, lessons learned, and the enduring legacy of British and other Army campaigns. Follow for authentic voices, forgotten conflicts, and sharp insights from those who served.
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"Letting the Guest Tell the Story"
The Unconventional Soldier Podcast explores conflicts from the Second World War, the Cold War, Northern Ireland and the Global War on Terror. Hosted by veterans, it blends personal experience, regimental history, and in-depth analysis of battles, leadership, and military transformation. Episodes feature former soldiers, historians, and defence experts discussing life on operations, lessons learned, and the enduring legacy of British and other Army campaigns. Follow for authentic voices, forgotten conflicts, and sharp insights from those who served.
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CONTENT
The guest today is former soldier Neale Smiles and on this episode we have an extensive discussion on military simulation and training, particularly within the British Army. It explores the evolution of simulation technologies, including virtual reality and augmented reality, and their application in training soldiers at various levels, from individual skills to large-scale battle group operations. The conversation highlights the benefits and limitations of different simulation methods and the challenges of procurement and cost-effectiveness. Furthermore, Neale touches upon the importance of data analytics in simulation and contrasts the approaches of different nations in utilising these technologies for military preparedness.
No Desert Island Dits as Neale has been on previously.
Pod note: The mystery innovative country Neale was referring to just before speaking about the Danes was of course the Netherlands.
LINKS DISCUSSED DURING THE EPISODE
1. Challenger LDT (@9:30) https://youtu.be/S9-Eghtai3s?si=9jE6zWJ056XPSz4a
2. Version 2 Tank Sim. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fNZ1F7jTSMA
3. Version 3 Tank Sim. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_FM_KQH-p8
4. Air Defence. https://youtu.be/AuGWljxH_kw?si=MNXQYX9TiyoPVhUJ
5. Leeroy & QBO - https://youtu.be/mLyOj_QD4a4
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