In this episode we talk to Chief Petty Officer Leon Reilly, from the Royal New Zealand Navy, about his experience of leading a crew through a hair-raising rescue at sea in the midst of a tropical cyclone.

This series deals with themes of loss of life, grief, trauma, violence and mental health. If you need to talk to someone, here are some support services:

• Call or text 1737 any time to talk to a trained counsellor
• Phone 0800 LIFELINE or text 4357 (HELP)
• Members of the NZDF can also visit www.health.nzdf.mil.nz or phone 0800 NZDF4U

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