In this episode of the Black Paper podcast, hosts Ndụkwe Ọnụọha and Chxta welcome guest JB Vundla, a retired soldier, to discuss the intersection of military service, defence spending, and the welfare state in the UK.
The conversation explores the implications of increased defence budgets on social welfare, particularly for migrant communities, and reflects on the experiences of Commonwealth soldiers in the British military.
The discussion also touches on the broader themes of identity, belonging, and the challenges faced by immigrants in the UK.
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
01:59 Hyphenated Identities and Military Background
07:58 Defence Spending vs. Welfare State
15:11 Military Experience and British Identity
25:52 Cultural Perspectives on Military Service
29:44 Disparities in Treatment and Camaraderie
31:14 The Recruitment Dilemma and Anti-Immigrant Sentiment
37:23 Historical Contributions of Commonwealth Soldiers
43:01 The Importance of Telling Our Stories
47:40 The Black Paper.mp3
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