You can’t fight if you can’t eat. You can’t move if there’s no fuel. And you can’t win if the supplies don’t get there.

In this episode, Frank Davis takes us deep into the beating heart of military operations — logistics. Forget the Hollywood image of combat; this is the real story of the people who make sure the frontline never runs dry.

From convoy runs through Iraq to building and adapting supply chains in hostile, unforgiving terrain, Frank reveals the unseen world of WES teams — the lifeline between the fight and the fuel.

This is a masterclass in adaptability, leadership, and pure problem-solving under pressure. It’s not glamorous. It’s not easy. But it’s what keeps every soldier alive.

If you’ve ever wanted to know how wars are really won, this one’s for you.

• Logistics is the unsung hero of every battle.
• The WES teams are the quiet warriors keeping troops supplied and moving.
• Adaptability under pressure is a survival skill — not a nice-to-have.
• In combat zones, efficiency isn’t about convenience — it’s about lives.
• Every vehicle modification, every route decision, every delivery matters.
• Supporting the infantry is a sacred mission.
• Communication keeps the chain strong — break it, and the mission breaks too.
• Success in austere environments demands creativity, grit, and guts.

• “Bring the stuff to the front — that’s the mission.”
• “In austere environments, you can’t wait for perfect conditions. You make them.”
• “Every mile of road is a risk — but every delivery keeps someone alive.”

🎖️ LinkedIn: Frank Davis

📸 Website

What happens when your partner serves — and you have to serve in your own way?

In this episode, Nic Galbraith-Conlan cracks open the hidden side of military life: the partners who hold the line at home, the emotional toll of deployments, the constant recalibration of identity, and what happens when the mission ends but the mental load doesn’t.

From the loneliness of service life to the messy transitions of civilian reintegration, Nic shares her raw and unfiltered perspective as a military spouse, coach, and creator of the Recalibrate Framework — a practical system for rediscovering balance, purpose, and connection after life in uniform.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re holding everything together while quietly falling apart, this conversation will hit home. It’s not about being perfect. It’s about finding your way back — together.

• You’re not alone — even when it feels like you are.
• Military relationships are emotional minefields that demand brutal honesty and empathy.
• Communication isn’t optional; it’s the lifeline.
• Partners serve too — just in a different kind of warzone.
• Mental health awareness in the forces is improving, but we’re not there yet.
• Healing starts with reflection — journaling, voice notes, and saying the unsaid.
• Transitioning to civilian life is more than a career change — it’s a total identity shift.
• The Recalibrate Framework helps you find your footing after the chaos.

• “Partners of service members often feel isolated — you’re holding space for someone who’s not there.”
• “Communication isn’t about talking. It’s about truly being heard.”
• “We all break a little. Recalibration isn’t weakness — it’s evolution.”
• “You can’t pour from an empty cup, but the military never teaches you how to refill it.”

🌍 Website: Recalibrate Framework

📸 Instagram

💬 Coaching: Work with Nic

From dismantling explosives to dismantling limiting beliefs, Gabriel von Knorring joins James to unpack the explosive journey from Swedish military bomb tech to mental resilience mentor. With raw honesty and a hint of dark humour, Gabriel dives into the mental mechanics behind thriving in chaos — whether you're facing a war zone, an ultra-marathon, or your own damn inbox.

He reveals how mental toughness isn't built in the cold trenches of discomfort, but in the tiny moments when you choose courage over comfort. Plus, why “embracing the suck” might be keeping you soft.

Key Takeaways:

• Mental toughness ≠ discomfort. True growth lives in the adventure zone — where there's real fear, not just cold feet.
• Comfortable routines can make you fragile. Optimization without adaptability is a trap.
• Robust beats optimized. Build systems that work in chaos, not perfection.
• Fear is the gatekeeper. If you're not feeling fear, you're probably not growing.
• Recovery is an active task. Rest isn’t the absence of effort — it's a mission in itself.
• Feedback must be timely and specific. Vague praise or delayed criticism? Useless.
• Strong teams talk about the hard stuff. Suppressed emotion is a ticking bomb — deal with it before it explodes.

Sound Bites:

• “Just because it’s uncomfortable doesn’t mean it’s making you stronger. Sometimes you’re just cold.”— Gabriel von Knorring
• “If you’re optimizing your life for peak performance but can’t function during Christmas, you’re doing it wrong.”— Gabriel von Knorring
• “Mental strength is the ability to keep the promises you make to yourself.”— Gabriel von Knorring
• “You don’t rise to the occasion, you fall to the level of your systems.”— Gabriel von Knorring
• “Standing guard in the freezing rain doesn’t make you resilient. Facing your fears does.”— Gabriel von Knorring
• “You only need one second to give up — and that’s the second most people take.”— Gabriel von Knorring

Connect with Gabriel:

🔥 Unbreakable Mind Program: unbreakablemind.co/apply

📸 Instagram: @gabriel.vknorring

In this episode of the Great Guns Podcast, host James Scott speaks with Christian Albrecht, a former military officer turned aerospace professional. Christian shares his journey from growing up in Eastern Germany, joining the army, and transitioning to a civilian career in the aerospace industry.

He discusses the challenges of adapting to new roles, the importance of networking, and finding purpose after military service. Christian emphasises the value of preparation for transition and the need for a supportive environment for service members.

He also shares his aspirations to return to flying and teach others, highlighting the importance of maintaining high standards in aviation.

Takeaways

Christian's military journey began in Eastern Germany.

He transitioned from armored vehicles to helicopters during his service.

Experiences in search and rescue shaped his leadership skills.

Networking played a crucial role in his career transition.

Finding purpose in new roles is essential after military service.

Preparation for transition should start well in advance.

The importance of maintaining high safety standards in aviation.

Christian emphasizes the value of mentorship and support in the military.

He encourages service members to actively network throughout their careers.

Christian's future aspirations include returning to flying and teaching others.

Sound bites

• "You have to provide a sense of purpose."
• "I still hold them very dear."
• "I would do it all again, but differently."

Connect with Christian:

On Instagram

On LinkedIn

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In this episode James sits down with the author of "The Warfighter's Lounge", Jeff Bodell, a veteran whose journey through the forces and beyond is all about resilience, leadership, and the lessons that carry over long after the uniform comes off.

Jeff opens up about what service taught him, the challenges of stepping into civilian life, and the importance of brotherhood, honesty, and purpose. His story is a no-nonsense look at transition, growth, and building a meaningful life outside the wire.

Whether you’ve served, supported someone who has, or just want a masterclass in grit and leadership — Jeff’s story will leave you inspired.

🎯 Takeaways:

• Leadership in the military isn’t left behind — it shapes life after service.
• Transition is about identity as much as career.
• Brotherhood and community remain essential long after discharge.
• Mental strength is built by facing challenges head-on.

🔊 Sound Bites:

• “Service doesn’t end with the uniform — it evolves.”
• “Leadership is about showing up, even when it’s bloody hard.”
• “You can lose the rank, but you don’t lose the lessons.”

📬 Connect with Jeff:

👉 Jeff on Instagram

👉 The Book: Warfighter's Lounge

👉The Audio Book: Warfighter's Lounge

In this episode of the Great Guns Podcast, James sits down with Craig Mayville, a veteran whose journey through service, struggle, and self-discovery shines a brutal light on what it means to fight battles long after the uniform comes off.

Craig opens up about the challenges of transition, the weight of mental health, and the process of finding purpose again when the old mission ends. With raw honesty and a dash of humour, he reminds us that resilience isn’t about being unbreakable — it’s about finding the strength to rebuild, again and again.

Whether you’re a veteran, a mate of one, or just someone searching for meaning in the mess, Craig’s story will hit home.

Takeaways:

• Transition from service is a journey, not a switch.
• Mental health struggles aren’t weakness — they’re human.
• Brotherhood doesn’t end when the uniform comes off.
• Purpose can be rebuilt, one small step at a time.

Sound Bites:

• “The fight doesn’t end when you leave the forces — it just changes shape.”
• “Resilience isn’t about never falling down. It’s about refusing to stay there.”
• “You don’t need to carry it alone. You’re stronger when you find your tribe.”

Connect with Craig:

👉 LinkedIn

👉 Instagram

In this raw and fearless conversation, James sits down with Si Hearn – a former police officer who turned personal collapse into an extraordinary new chapter.

Si doesn’t sugarcoat his story. From a tough childhood and years of bullying, to climbing the ranks in the police force and facing the darkest toll of the job, he opens up about the breaking point that forced him to stop, reset, and rebuild. What others might call a breakdown, Si calls a breakthrough – a circuit breaker that propelled him out of an institution that had drained him and into a world brimming with possibility.

You’ll hear Si reflect on:

• 🚨 Life inside the police – from frontline action to dealing with riots, terrorism, and life-or-death situations.
• ⚡ The personal struggles behind the uniform – toxic relationships, loss, and the mental health battles that nearly derailed everything.
• 💡 How he reinvented himself through relentless learning, resilience, and digital entrepreneurship.
• 🛠️ The transferable skills of policing – and how they set him up to thrive in marketing, AI, and business.
• 🌍 Why he believes life’s too short for staying stuck in the wrong job – and how freedom, growth, and purpose are always within reach.

This episode is equal parts harrowing, inspiring, and brutally honest. Si’s story is proof that you can crash, burn, and still rise higher than before – if you’re willing to learn, adapt, and never stop moving forward.

1. A breakdown can be a breakthrough. Sometimes life has to burn down before you can build it back stronger.
2. Institutional jobs don’t define you. Leaving the police wasn’t the end of Si’s story — it was the start of something far bigger.
3. Skills transfer, identity doesn’t die. Networking, communication, and resilience are assets you can carry into any new career.
4. Mental health isn’t weakness. Ignoring the signs nearly destroyed him; facing them saved him.
5. Progress > perfection. You don’t need to know it all — just stay one page ahead and keep moving.
6. Freedom beats security. The “safe” option can be the most dangerous thing for your happiness.
7. Reinvention is possible. From digital marketing to AI to building networks — Si proves you can create a whole new chapter.

• “Some people call it a breakdown — I call it my circuit breaker.”
• “In the police, you see the worst in everyone. Outside, I’ve learned to see the best.”
• “If you’re not learning, you’re dying.”
• “Your uniform doesn’t make you — your skills do.”
• “I’ve locked up 1,500 people, but the biggest prison was my own life.”
• “Security isn’t safety. Freedom is.”
• “The only person who can stop you… is you.”

👉 Whether you’re in the police, grinding in a career that feels like a dead end, or simply searching for your next breakthrough – this one’s for you.

Connect with Si:

On Instagram

In this raw and unfiltered episode, James sits down with Isaac, a veteran who’s lived the highs of service and the lows of what comes after. From frontline missions to personal battles, Isaac lays bare the reality of life in uniform and the messy, uncertain road of transition into civilian life.

This isn’t a story of pity — it’s about grit, growth, and the power of brotherhood. Isaac speaks with brutal honesty about the struggles veterans face, the stigma around mental health, and how finding your tribe can be the difference between sinking and standing tall.

If you’ve ever wondered what courage looks like off the battlefield, this is it.

• Transition is a battle of identity as much as circumstance.
• Brotherhood doesn’t end at discharge — but you’ve got to find it again.
• Talking openly about mental health isn’t weakness — it’s survival.
• Great Guns is here to remind you: you’re not broken, you’re battle-tested.

• “Leaving service isn’t the end of the fight — it’s the start of a whole new one.”
• “Civvy Street doesn’t come with a manual. But it does come with mates, if you’re brave enough to ask.”
• “You don’t need fixing. You just need a place where your scars make sense.”

Want to connect with Isaac G. Lee:

Isaac's Website

Isaac's Instagram

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In this episode of The Great Guns Podcast, host James Scott sits down with Jo-Anne Karlsson — psychotherapist, equine-facilitated practitioner, and director of LEAP Equine — to explore the remarkable intersection of horses, healing, and human connection.

Jo-Anne shares her journey from traditional therapy rooms to working in open fields alongside her herd, explaining how horses’ non-judgmental presence and innate sensitivity can help clients process trauma, navigate PTSD, and rebuild trust. From service personnel to corporate leaders, teenagers to families, she reveals why this approach works for such a wide range of people — and why sometimes, the most profound breakthroughs happen without saying a single word.

Key Takeaways:

• The Power of Presence – Horses live entirely in the moment, responding authentically to the energy and behaviour of the person in front of them.
• Choice Matters – Jo-Anne’s herd is never forced to engage; this freedom makes interactions genuine and meaningful.
• Right Fit = Real Progress – Therapy works best when there’s trust, comfort, and the right personality match between client and practitioner.
• Nature Heals – Being outdoors removes the “spotlight” pressure of a therapy room and creates space for openness.
• Two-Way Street – Healing isn’t just for the person struggling; it’s about understanding the people around you, too.
• Small Steps Count – Even tiny breakthroughs — like sitting calmly near a chicken — can be deeply therapeutic.

Sound Bites:

• “Horses don’t judge. They’re not thinking ahead or looking back — they’re responding to you, right here, right now.” – Jo-Anne Karlsson
• “If you can’t be vulnerable with your therapist, you’re not making the best use of your time or money.” – Jo-Anne Karlsson

• “Nature has a way of lowering our barriers before we even realise it’s happening.” – James Scott

• “Sometimes it’s high impact in the moment, sometimes the links form days later — but the shift comes.” – Jo-Anne Karlsson

• “It’s not about using the horses; it’s about inviting them to work alongside us.” – Jo-Anne Karlsson

Want to connect with Jo-Anne:

LEAP Equine: www.leapequine.com

Jo-Anne Karlsson: www.joannekarlsson.com

In this hard-hitting episode, James sits down with Ben Edwards, a former Royal Navy serviceman, ex-Met Police detective, and now Head of Global Physical Security. But Ben’s not just navigating the world of global corporate security — he’s changing the game for UK veterans trying to reintegrate into civilian life.

Ben shares his brutally honest take on what’s going wrong with the current resettlement process — from outdated systems to a lack of real, long-term support. And he’s not here just to talk; Ben is doing the work. Through his volunteer mentoring with the VETS programme, he’s guided countless veterans out of confusion and into purpose.

💥 From mentoring to mindset, identity loss to corporate impact — this is an episode for veterans, hiring managers, and anyone who gives a damn about getting it right.

➡️Why mentorship isn’t charity — it’s strategy.

➡️The real challenges veterans face after they take off the uniform.

➡️What makes ex-forces candidates unbeatable in civilian roles.

➡️The invisible value veterans bring to business culture.

➡️Why employers need to stop fearing the unknown and start building bridges.🎙️

Sound Bites:

“Veterans aren’t broken — they’re just under-supported.”

“Hiring veterans isn’t a handout. It’s good business.”

“Mentoring saved me as much as I’ve saved others.”

“It’s not about your rank anymore. It’s about how you show up.”

• The resettlement system needs a total overhaul — and we can’t wait for the government to do it.
• Community, visibility, and belief are what get veterans moving again.
• If you’re an employer: hire veterans. If you’re a veteran: find your tribe.

🔗 For more on Ben’s work, connect with him on LinkedIn

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