Military Veterans Podcast

Original Episode: Ep 041 - LCpl Jon Flint from 10th October 2023.

In this viewpoint: Gav shares the positives of sports recovery that Jon also benefited from, before Jon discusses his experience navigating the professional world with a not-so-obvious disability.

He shares insights into his current life, detailing his journey of renovating his home while managing both his physical and mental well-being. Today, Jon remains active through his work with local charities and his passion for the outdoors.

Finally, he offers valuable advice for those considering a career in the military—specifically the Royal Marines—as well as guidance for fellow veterans.

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Original Episode: Ep 040 - LH Den Vuqitrna from 10th September 2023.

In this Viewpoint: Gav sits down with Den to talk about his time in the Royal Navy, his experiences serving in the Armed Forces, and the challenges he faced when making the sudden transition into civilian life.

Den opens up about struggling to adjust to life outside the military, experiencing his first panic attack, finding a new sense of purpose, and eventually reaching a happier and more stable place with his family and career. They also discuss the importance of talking, seeking help when needed, and finding healthy outlets such as boxing, judo and MMA.

The episode finishes with Den sharing his advice for anyone thinking about joining the military, as well as veterans preparing to leave — with one message standing out above all: don't be afraid to reach out and talk to someone.

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Original Episode: Ep 039 - Cpl Mark Stevens from 10th August 2023.

In this Viewpoint, Mark describes his transition from the military to civilian life in the health and safety sector where he was able to apply his military experience. This enabled him to rapidly advance within the business. He highlights the adjustments he made to understand the civilian mindset and the qualifications that facilitated his entry into this sector.

Mark is a strong advocate for the Royal Engineer Association, having been involved with multiple branches and supporting them. He highly recommends this organisation to all service leavers or equivalent branches for the other services, to maintain a connection to their time in service.

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Original Episode: Ep 038 - CAPT William Toti from 10th July 2023.

In this Viewpoint, William discusses his experiences in civilian life and career progression after the Navy. He shares his insights to help others and subsequently published a book titled From CO to CEO.

He also offers valuable advice for prospective military recruits and veterans as they navigate their transition to civilian life.

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Original Episode: Ep 037 - COL Rob Campbell from 10th June 2023.

In this Viewpoint, Rob discusses his transition from military to civilian life, connecting it to his distinct milestones from his tenure in the United States Army.

He shares the challenges he encountered upon leaving the military after 27 years, including adapting to civilian life, which presented its own learning and adaptation to new civilian roles.

This led him to become an author and write several books to share these experiences. We discussed “It’s Personal, Not Personnel,” which shares what he learnt from his time in service, and “At Ease,” which is about transitioning out of the military.

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Original Episode: Ep 036 - Sgt Hugh Keir from 10th May 2023.

In this Viewpoint: Hugh discusses his personal mental health journey, from the initial confusion surrounding its nature and purpose to the gradual development of self-awareness and the ability to empathise with others.

Consequently, he established the podcast H-Hour, which serves as a platform for learning from others. He derives great pleasure from engaging in extended conversations.

H-Hour Website: https://charliecharlieone.com/

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In this PTSD Special, previous podcast guest AJ Pingram and host Gav Watson share their personal journeys with PTSD and how they came to meet Adrian Cole MBE. Adrian, also known as Ady, recounts his individual journey from his 20-year career in the Royal Marines and how he became involved in this line of work, assisting many individuals in overcoming their own challenges, including PTSD.

We engage in a discussion on this subject to gain a deeper understanding of its nature, its impact on people’s lives, and the steps that can be taken to rebuild and move forward with greater confidence, strength, and knowledge of the subject.

AJ's Podcast episode: youtu.be/tsDKzfFNsos

Mind and Performance Website: www.mindandperformance.com

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In 2014, Josh enlisted in the British Army as a Royal Engineer, serving for a period of six years and attaining the rank of Sapper (Spr).

In this episode, Josh discusses his journey of growing up and his aspiration to join the Royal Engineers. He also shares his experiences with basic training, phase 2 training to become a combat engineer, and his trade training as a driver at Defence School of Transport (DST) Leconfield. His first unit was 23 Parachute Engineer Regiment, within 9 Parachute Squadron, with the ambition to get his ‘wings’. During his time at this regiment, he was active with the rugby team.

Josh also shares his experiences at 26 Engineer Regiment, prior to an injury to his hips that required surgery and ultimately led to his medical discharge, concluding his military career. He discusses his journey of maintaining activities as a rugby pitch side medic, and the impact all of this had on his mental well-being. Finally, he addresses his transition back to civilian life, highlighting the challenges and difficulties he encountered upon his departure from the military.

Southampton Veterans' Trust: http://southampton-veterans.co.uk

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Alex joined the Royal Marines Reserve (RMR) in 2001 and served for four and a half years, attaining the rank of Marine (Mne).

In this episode, Alex discusses the process and his journey in joining the Royal Marines Reserve, including his time as a member of 539 Assault Squadron. During this tenure, he was attached to the United States Marine Corps and later completed jungle training in Brunei. As he was preparing to become a member of the Full-Time Reserve Service (FTRS), Alex was involved in a life-altering motorcycle accident, resulting in a wheelchair dependency for the remainder of his life.

Alex recounts his experiences following the motorcycle accident and his subsequent departure from the Royal Marines. This included his transition back to civilian life as a wheelchair user. Despite facing challenges, Alex remained resolute in his determination to achieve new goals and overcome obstacles. He has excelled in wheelchair tennis, becoming a skilled player who has participated in the Invictus Games, where he has proudly won medals. Furthermore, Alex has pursued his passion for aviation by becoming a pilot and now flies regularly.

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Original Episode: Ep 035 - LCpl Murray Hambro from 10th April 2023.

In this Viewpoint: Murray shares his journey of leaving the Army as an amputee and finding a new sense of purpose. This included participating in a motorcycle racing team, which ultimately led him to become a Physical Training Instructor. His desire to improve his fitness and that of his team drove him to pursue this new career.

Murray continued to set ambitious goals and participate in various events. Notably, he took part in the 2018 Invictus Games held in Sydney, Australia.

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