Tim joined the U.S. Navy (USN) in 1985, as part of the Naval Academy and served for 32 years, reaching the rank of 1 Star Rear Admiral (RDML). He served as a Meteorology and Oceanography officer.

In this episode Tim talks about joining the U.S Navy and moving towards being stationed on a Hydrographic Survey Vessel - the USNS Harkness. He also served at Naval Station Rota in Spain, as well as USS Peleliu and USS Kitty Hawk. USS Kitty Hawk deployment saw him be part of a team that conducted some of the first strikes into Afghanistan after the 9/11 attacks.

Tim also shares his time as a 1 Star Rear Admiral, where he got to work as a Commander in the Stennis Space Center, and as the Oceanographer of the Navy at the Pentagon in Washington DC. Since being a veteran, he has chosen to become a writer and share his leadership experiences, in a book that is planned to be released during 2024.

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Full Episode: Ep 015 - SrA Seth Macy from 10th August 2021.

In this Viewpoint: Seth shares how he felt when he left the U.S. Air Force, and moved to a job working on the same military base where he perviously served, due to his wife still on active duty.

He talks about being a veteran and going back to college, the different jobs and roles he tried before finding his place at IGN (Imagine Games Network), which allows him to follow his passion of video games.

Lastly, Seth gives some great advice for people serving, and a certain mindset for people to have when leaving the military.

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Marty joined the United States Navy (USN) in 1975 and served 20 years as a Navy SEAL (Sea, Air and Land). Completing 10 years as an Enlisted SEAL, and then becoming an Officer for a further 10 years, reaching the rank of Lieutenant (LT).

In this episode Marty talks about joining the U.S. Navy and being talked into becoming a Navy SEAL, after his orders got mixed up during Boot Camp. He gives some great information about the Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) training, and his time in SEAL Team 2. He talks about working with other Special Forces around the world, including the British Special Boat Service (SBS), all before becoming a BUD/S instructor himself.

Marty also shares his mindset behind moving from his Enlisted position, and going through Officer Candidate School, to become an Officer in the SEAL teams. His time at SEAL Team 4 was a testament to his leadership abilities, which lead to him being assigned to the SEALs Strategy and Tactics Group, before transitioning out of the U.S. Navy. Since leaving the military, Marty has become an author and released many SEAL Novels and Business Books.

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Full Episode: Ep 014 - Pte Tristan Dover from 10th July 2021.

In this Viewpoint: Tristan talks about coming to terms with PTSD and realising that there is no shame in admitting help is needed.

He also shares how he came across a charity called Mission Motorsport and how being involved at events with this charity has helped him find his spark again.

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Jon joined the Royal Marines Commandos in 1994 and served for 13 years, reaching the rank of Lance Corporal (LCpl).

In this episode Jon talks about applying for the British Army, before joining the Royal Marines Commandos, and he explains what the Commando training is like. He also discusses being part of HMS Fearless, deploying on multiple tours with 42 Commando, and then the decision to specialise in the Royal Marines Police Troop.

Jon also shares deploying to Norway for cold weather training, and what it’s really like doing the famous ice-breaking. He was deployed to Afghanistan on Police duties and he shares some of the differences from when he was on general duties as a Marine. Lastly, he explains what it was like finding a hidden injury as a veteran, which lead him to sports recovery and competing at two Invictus Games.

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Full Episode: Ep 013 - LCpl Chris Cocks from 10th June 2021.

In this Viewpoint: Chris talks about dealing with life with moving from Zimbabwe to South Africa, when trying to deal with Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) from his service. This includes sharing how he dealt with nightmares, flashbacks, turning to drink, but ultimately how he fought back and turned it around for the better.

He has written a few books, including the popular book called Fire Force, and also Survival Course.

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Den joined the Royal Navy in 2008 and served for 8 years in the Fleet Air Arm (FAA), as a Aircraft Engineer, reaching the rank of Leading Hand.

In this episode Den talks about joining the Royal Navy, including basic training at HMS Raleigh, and what it was like being part of ‘Roll-on/Roll-off’ travelling along the Suez Canal down to Somalia. Plus he talks about serving on HMS Ark Royal and HMS Illustrious, whilst being certified on multiple aircraft, including the famous Harrier jump jet.

Den also shares being stationed at RNAS (Royal Naval Air Station) Yeovilton, taking part in Judo as part of the Royal Navy Judo squad, and being deployed to Afghanistan. He describes how he felt during a certain part of his service with discrimination, and how that impacted the end of his career.

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Full Episode: Ep 012 - Tpr Jamie Hull from 10th May 2021.

In this Viewpoint: Jamie talks about his determination and new goals being set over and over, despite having ongoing surgeries, after suffering burns from a plane crash in 2007.

He has written a book about his life called Life on a Thread. He also shares some great advice for people thinking of joining the military, and also some great words for veterans.

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Mark joined the British Army in 1990 and served for 23 years with the Royal Engineers, reaching the rank of Corporal.

In this episode Mark talks about joining the British Army and going through the Army Apprentices College before completing combat engineer training and becoming a Royal Engineer. He describes what it was like deploying to Bosnia, Norway and Northern Ireland. Later in his career, Mark went on the Clerk of Works course, and he explains what that experience was like being dyslexic.

Mark also shares his time during the Invasion of Iraq and completing another 2 operational tours in that country over the subsequent years, including being part of a boat troop, which undertook boat patrols along the Shatt al-Arab. He also talks about deployments to Belize and Afghanistan. Lastly, he describes the benefits of being part of the Royal Engineers Association (REA).

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Full Episode: Ep 011 - SMSgt Shawn Sprayberry from 10th April 2021.

In this Viewpoint: Shawn talks about the Transition Assistance Program (TAP), from the U.S. Air Force perspective, and he shares how his transition included him dealing with PTSD and understanding that part of his mindset.

He also shares his first few jobs when he left the military, and how he came to work with the Air Force Wounded Warrior Program.

Lastly, Shawn shares some great advice for people joining the military and for veterans who are about to transition back to civilian life.

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