Fault Lines With Rod Whiting

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Fault Lines is a clear-eyed series of conversations about security, resilience and preparedness in a changing world. Rod Whiting cuts through the noise to explore what this means for Britain — and how ready we are for what lies ahead.Drawing on four decades in broadcasting, including 25 years with the BBC, Rod brings a calm, questioning approach to complex issues — focusing not on alarmist headlines, but on the forces shaping events and their real-world consequences. Each episode features informed, measured conversations with experts in defence, intelligence, emergency, and related fields. The aim is not to alarm, but to understand: what’s changing, where the risks lie, and how individuals, communities, and institutions might respond. Fault Lines is produced alongside Rod’s Fault Lines Substack, where you’ll find further analysis and commentary exploring the same themes in more depth. 👇https://rodwhiting.substack.com/

Episodes

  1. 6d ago ·  Video

    American Overthrow: What Britain Must Learn from America — with Keir Giles

    Is America beginning to resemble the very system it spent decades trying to contain? In this episode of Fault Lines, Rod Whiting is joined by Russia and security expert Keir Giles to discuss his provocative new book, American Overthrow: Moscow’s Endgame in Its Long War with Washington. The conversation explores whether democratic institutions in the United States are being eroded in ways that echo the Kremlin’s playbook - and what that could mean for Britain, Europe and the wider West. Together they discuss: Whether Trumpism will outlast Donald Trump.Russia’s long-term strategy of information warfare and political influence.How disinformation exploits existing divisions within society.Why Finland’s approach to resilience offers lessons for the West.What Britain should be doing now to strengthen its own national resilience.Why resilience is about far more than military spending - it also includes food, energy, industry, supply chains and social cohesion.Whether or not you agree with every conclusion, this conversation asks important questions about democracy, security and resilience at a time of growing international uncertainty. Guest: Keir Giles Author of American Overthrow: Moscow’s Endgame in Its Long War with Washington Book Available from: UK/Europe: uk.bookshop.org/lists/american-overthrow US: bookshop.org/lists/american-overthrow Universal link for pre-order from anywhere (will localise to wherever people click it from) - Amazon Share your thoughts For more analysis like this, visit Fault Lines on Substack: 👇 https://rodwhiting.substack.com/ Contact: rod@rodwhiting.com

  2. Sep 1

    Making Sense of a Changing World - with Velina Tchakarova

    For this latest episode of Fault Lines, I’m joined by one of Europe’s leading geopolitical strategists, Velina Tchakarova. Wars in Ukraine and the Middle East are often reported as separate events. Velina argues they’re part of a much bigger shift reshaping security, energy, food, industry and the global economy all at the same time. We explore why resilience now means far more than military strength, why Europe has been slow to adapt to a changing strategic reality, and why governments need to be more honest with their citizens about the choices that lie ahead. Whether you come to this conversation from an interest in geopolitics, business or simply a desire to better understand the world your family is living in, Velina offers a compelling framework for connecting events that are too often viewed in isolation. If you’ve ever wondered why so many seemingly unrelated events now feel connected, this conversation is well worth your time. To learn more about Velina’s work, explore her latest articles and media interviews on the FACE website: Photo courtesy of ⁠Velina Tchakarova / FACE – For A Conscious Experience. Share your thoughts For more analysis like this, visit Fault Lines on Substack: 👇 https://rodwhiting.substack.com/ Contact: rod@rodwhiting.com

    Making Sense of a Changing World - with Velina Tchakarova

  3. Jun 18

    Defence, Resilience And The Battle For Truth || Major General Tim Cross CBE

    In this episode of Fault Lines, Rod Whiting is joined by Major General Tim Cross CBE to discuss resilience, national security, and the changing nature of modern conflict. As Britain debates defence spending, military readiness and its role within NATO, Tim argues that resilience is about far more than tanks, ships and aircraft. From cyber attacks and disinformation to social cohesion, leadership, and public confidence, the battleground has expanded far beyond the front line. The conversation explores why Russia remains a serious challenge despite its struggles in Ukraine, what lessons Britain can learn from countries such as Finland, how hostile actors exploit social media and division, and why the “battle for truth” may be one of the defining security issues of our age. Most importantly, Tim explains why resilience is not simply the responsibility of governments and armed forces, but something that involves every citizen. A thoughtful and timely discussion about the threats facing Britain, the choices ahead, and the importance of engaging in the national conversation. Share your thoughts For more analysis like this, visit Fault Lines on Substack: 👇 https://rodwhiting.substack.com/ Contact: rod@rodwhiting.com

  4. May 5

    "Caught With Our Pants Down" - Britain's Resilience Gap, With Edward Lucas

    In this episode of Fault Lines, Rod Whiting speaks with broadcaster and Times columnist Edward Lucas, with more than four decades of experience covering European and security affairs, about a question the UK can no longer avoid: how prepared are we, really? Drawing on decades covering Russia and European security, Lucas argues that Britain has spent too long assuming threats would remain distant - and that this complacency has left the country dangerously exposed. From drone attacks launched close to home, to sabotage risks beneath the sea, to the quiet reality of ongoing “active measures” against the UK, this conversation explores the gap between perception and preparedness - and why closing it may now be far more difficult than many assume. But this isn’t just a warning. Lucas sets out where resilience can still be built - from strengthening cooperation with more threat-aware allies - such as the Nordics, Baltics, and Poland - to practical steps individuals can take now to be better prepared for disruption. The discussion covers: What “national resilience” actually means in 2026Why public awareness still lags behind the threatThe role of information, disinformation, and public disengagementWhat the UK can realistically learn from countries like FinlandWhy resilience must be built both at the national and individual levels.Measured, grounded, and at times sobering, this is a clear-eyed look at Britain’s resilience gap - and, even at the eleventh hour, the steps that could still make a difference. Share your thoughts For more analysis like this, visit Fault Lines on Substack: 👇 https://rodwhiting.substack.com/ Contact: rod@rodwhiting.com

  5. Apr 17

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

    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 no longer just a military issue. How exposed is Britain in a world of hybrid warfare, fragile infrastructure and shifting alliances? In this opening episode of Fault Lines, Rod Whiting speaks to Sam Olsen of Sibylline about Russia, China, deterrence, resilience, and the uncomfortable gap between the risks we face and the readiness we actually have. Sam is a geopolitics expert with the global private intelligence organisation Sybilline. You can follow more of his work on Substack: 👇 https://samolsen.substack.com/ Share your thoughts For more analysis like this, visit Fault Lines on Substack: 👇 https://rodwhiting.substack.com/ Contact: rod@rodwhiting.com

    Britain’s Security Reality: What Are We Facing - and Are We Prepared?
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Fault Lines is a clear-eyed series of conversations about security, resilience and preparedness in a changing world. Rod Whiting cuts through the noise to explore what this means for Britain — and how ready we are for what lies ahead.Drawing on four decades in broadcasting, including 25 years with the BBC, Rod brings a calm, questioning approach to complex issues — focusing not on alarmist headlines, but on the forces shaping events and their real-world consequences. Each episode features informed, measured conversations with experts in defence, intelligence, emergency, and related fields. The aim is not to alarm, but to understand: what’s changing, where the risks lie, and how individuals, communities, and institutions might respond. Fault Lines is produced alongside Rod’s Fault Lines Substack, where you’ll find further analysis and commentary exploring the same themes in more depth. 👇https://rodwhiting.substack.com/

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  • Creator
    Rod Whiting
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Fault Lines With Rod Whiting
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