Psychiatric Nurse, Military Veteran, Child Carer.

 This episode talks about how an abusive childhood contributed to his poor mental health as an adult. 

 Joining the Army was his escape only to breakdown and become suicidal. 

 We discuss what makes a child carer and why he now spends his time researching the mental wellbeing of military children as part of his PHD. 

 Episode 18 - Paul Watson - This is Declassified

Weapons of Mass Destruction.

 Our next guest is a former Army officer who specialised in nuclear, biological and chemical warfare.

 He was deployed around the world but it was his time in Afghanistan that impacted him more than anything he had done before.

His experiences in conflict and passion for vehicles and engines were the catalyst behind 'Mission motor sport'.

This fantastic charity aids in the rehabilitation and longterm recovery of those effected by the military career.

Episode 17 - James Cameron - This is Declassified

http://www.missionmotorsport.org

https://www.endeavourfund.co.uk/current-endeavours/mission-motorsport/

Sexually abused as a child, this story takes us to places we didn't expect. The negative effects of childhood have manifested and created a negative impact on her mental health now.

Later in life she married a soldier and at times suffered domestic abuse caused by his PTSD.

Brave, strong and an inspiration to many, hear her speak for the first time.

She has been to hell and back whilst keeping the family unit together.

Episode 16 - Amanda Jones - This is Declassified

She survived the Blitz in Stepney, East London.

 We talk Operation Pied Piper and how her family fell apart after the second world war.

 She was buried alive for three days and those memories still haunt her to this day.

An 85 year old eastender who tells it how it was and how it is.

Episode 15 - Maire Butwell AKA Girl Walker - This is Declassified

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Stepney-Doorstep-Society-remarkable-through/dp/071818985X/ref=tmmhrdswatch0?encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

How Ziggy saved Richard's life.

 Hear the incredible story of this former army medic and police officer's remarkable treatment for PTSD.

 From the dressing stations of the second Gulf war to living a 'normal' life, thanks to this remarkable labrador.

Twitter - @assistanceziggy

https://veteranswithdogs.org.uk

https://allaroundziggy.com

Explorer, Photographer, Author, Paratrooper!

This modern day adventurer has travelled through and documented some of the most amazing places this world has to offer.

We talk the walks and the experiences he has gained along the way.

From fighting in Afghanistan to hitchhiking Arabia on the back off a battle tank.

Episode 13 - Levison Wood - This is Declassified

http://www.levisonwood.com/documentary/

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Arabia-Journey-Through-Heart-Middle/dp/1473676339

From Royal Marine to Humanitarian...

This Team Rubicon special looks at the man who leads this remarkable group of military and first responder volunteers. 

We discuss leadership, self awareness, the armed forces skill set and how conflict has helped him grow as an individual.

Disasters are his business. Veterans are his passion.

A Team Rubicon Special - Richard Sharp

https://www.teamrubiconuk.org

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BoDT1NGjTR8

Hearts and Mines! 

This team HESCO special looks at a true military role model. Charlie has searched, located and destroyed landmines all over the world. From his military operations in Bosnia and Iraq to his extensive work with the HALO trust in Asia and Africa. 

Charlie now performs world record ocean rows whilst raising funds for charitable causes. 

A TEAM HESCO brand ambassador - Charlie Martell - This is Declassified

Mass trauma, getting shot, climbing mountains - I AM undefeated.

 Our next guest speaks about conflict and the aftershock that still affect him and his family today.

From his severe post traumatic stress to understanding the brain and the need to tell his story with us.

From Helmand to the Himalayas via Invictus

Episode 12 - David Wiseman - This is Declassified

We look at the first 10 episodes and talk with Brain to get his perspective on the podcast so far. 

Brian Wood, Terry Brazier, Phil Campion, Walter Busuttil, Simon Harmer,  Louise Fetigan, Derek & Maria Hunt, Sean Jones, Jordan Wylie, Alexander Khan.  

These episodes have covered Iraq, Afghanistan, Sierra Leone, SAS selection, Child abuse, Post traumatic stress, Post traumatic growth, Memory, Mental health, Mental fitness, Separation, Business, War, Conflict and Suicide.

www.declassifiedpodcast.com - for helplines and guidance.