Declassified

Declassified

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Declassified episodes

  • Episode 39 - Stewart Hill
    Traumatic brain injury, Afghanistan, Emotion, Recovery, Family and Art.

     Described as in impressive and inspirational leader of men. An infantry officer who tells his story with passion and acceptance

     We also talk about how painting helped restore purpose and meaning back into his life. 

     Please note this conversation could be distressing for some listeners.

     For information about Stewarts amazing art please visit -

    https://www.stewarthill.co.uk
     
    1 hr 20 min
  • Forces Friendly - Episode 4 - Veteran Business Special
    This is the one we talk about Veteran owned small business . 

     We speak to Blown Away, Combat Pest Control, Contact Coffee and Hidden Valley Bushcraft.

      What does it take to start a company, why purpose is so important and we delve into what is working with regards Facebook advertising.

     This is part of the Declassified Network and this is the Forces Friendly Podcast
    1 hr 1 min
  • Episode 38 - Eliot Kennedy
    Music, Take That, Spice Girls, Afghanistan and growing up in Yorkshire.

     This episodes takes us on the journey of one of the worlds most successful music producers. 

     We talk childhood, alcohol, domestic violence, purpose, partnerships, his experience in conflict and the power of music. 

    Episode 38 - Eliot Kennedy - This is Declassified 
    1 hr 15 min
  • Episode 37 - Kath Ryan
    Victoria Sponge, Vanilla Slice, Bakewell Tart and a Madeira. This is the incredible and humbling story of the countries best kept secret.
     
    From her childhood in Birmingham, feeding the elderly, becoming a nurse then getting the opportunity to love and care for our most brutally wounded service men and women. But not in the way you'd imagine.

     This story starts with a cake and ends with a full generation of wounded injured and sicks total devotion. 

    Episode 37 - Kath the Cake Lady - This is Declassified 
    1 hr 1 min
  • SHOUT Special - Victoria Hornby
    Royal foundation, Endeavour fund, Heads together and SHOUT. 

     This episode is all about SHOUT -  24/7 crisis text line that is free, anonymous, clinically supervised and has just launched its Military campaign. 

     In Crisis - Text Contact to 85258 

     Want to volunteer or need to know more -https://www.giveusashout.org
    56 min
  • Episode 36 - Cassidy Little
    Ballet, The Bet, Standup Comedy, The Royal Marines, Afghanistan, Losing his leg and his career in acting.

     This is the second account of the same IED strike we have had on this podcast. A fascinating look at how our guests life has developed because of the trauma he has endured. 

     We talk about cake, friendships, recovery and Hollywood.

    Episode 36 - Cassidy Little - This is Declassified 
    1 hr 8 min
  • 'Breaking the Cycle' Podcast Clip
    Our sister podcast 'Breaking the Cycle' is now live. We talk about child carers, substance abuse, youth homelessness, neglect, development, rough sleeping, domestic violence, Grenfell and much more....

    Two years in the making and expect the same quality content as heard on Declassified.

    Type 'Breaking the Cycle' or 'Michael Coates' into any major podcast platform.


    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breaking-the-cycle/id1587695520?uo=4

    https://audioboom.com/channels/5061330
    4 min
  • Episode 35 - Aldo Kane
    Volcanoes, Sniper, Adventure, Royal Marines, Nuclear Bunkers and Climate Change

     Our next guest has spent the last 20 years becoming one of televisions go to individuals for safety and access. From his time in the Corps to developing his skills off-shore. 

     We talk about Iraq, positive habits, human suffering, goal setting and his current work.

     Episode 35 - Aldo Kane - This is Declassified 
    1 hr 5 min
  • Episode 34 - JJ Chalmers
    Afghanistan ripped him apart physically, purpose and meaning in his life pieced him back together.

     This is the remarkable story of a man who typifies what it means to be more than his injury. 
     
     We speak about being a Royal Marine Commando, his patrol that sustained huge trauma and the success he has seen in recent years. 

    Episode 34 - JJ Chalmers - This is Declassified 
    1 hr 15 min

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Welcome, I'm Michael Coates, a former firefighter and also a former Soldier.