Lee West is a former Royal Marines Commando, adventurer and author. On today's episode we discuss his first deployment to Baghdad, Iraq in 2006.

If you have a War Story that you want to share contact us at [email protected]

Connect with Lee on Twitter/ X: @Royal_Marine_LW
Instagram: @l.g._west
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8GOvPZ59K1s3qsFl33MdMA

Lee's books are available at: https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/author/B07BJCP3SX/allbooks

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Former Royal Marine Commando officer and filmmaker James Glancy joins us to discuss his latest release: 'AFGHANISTAN - The greatest foreign policy disaster since Vietnam'

Out NOW on Substack at Outpost Studios: http://outpoststudios.net

Connect with James on Instagram: @jaglancy
On X (Twitter): @jaglancy

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JOHN NICHOL served in the Royal Air Force for fifteen years. On active duty during the first Gulf War in 1991, his Tornado bomber was shot down during a mission over Iraq. Captured, tortured and held as a prisoner of war, John was paraded on television, provoking worldwide condemnation and leaving one of the most enduring images of the conflict. John is the bestselling co-author of Tornado Down and author of many highly acclaimed epics, including Spitfire, Lancaster and Tornado, all of which were Sunday Times bestsellers. He has made a number of TV documentaries with Second World War veterans, written for national newspapers and magazines, and is a widely quoted commentator on military affairs. John's latest book, The Unknown Warrior, is out now.

Tickets to John's theatre tour: https://www.nlp-ltd.com/john-nichols-the-unknown-warrior/

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John's website: https://www.johnnichol.com/

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Marty Skovlund, Jr. served in the US Army Rangers. He is journalist, photographer, and filmmaker who has reported on conflict in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Ukraine, and is the author of several books.

Marty's latest book, written with Jo Kent, is available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Send-Me-Incredible-Story-Mother/dp/0063039893

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Jeff Bodell is a United States Marine Corps veteran who served in Afghanistan. He is the author of The Warfighter's Lounge: A Marine's Experience of Combat in Marjah, Afghanistan

Follow Jeff on Instagram: @https://www.instagram.com/the_warfighters_lounge/

Order Jeff's book here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Warfighters-Lounge-Marines-Experience-Afghanistan/dp/B0CVJSNMZQ

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D-Day: The Unheard Tapes: https://www.amazon.co.uk/D-Day-Powerful-Eye-witness-Accounts-Normandy-ebook

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A conversation with Kelsi Sheren. 'Kelsi has solidified herself as a prominent Keynote Speaker, delivering inspirating talks at venues like Harvard, TEDx and several others. Her powerful speeches resonate with audiences, offering a unique perspective on her journey and dedication to supporting others. Kelsi’s commitment to the well-being of veterans and civilians takes on a new dimension as she is a trained Somatic Breathwork Practitioner, Psychedelic Integration and Mindset/Transformation Coach. She leverages her expertise in this emerging field to improve the lives of veterans through the responsible and therapeutic use of plant medicine. Her dedication to exploring innovative approaches to mental health support sets her apart as a passionate advocate for those who have served their country.'

You can connect with Kelsi at: https://www.kelsisheren.com/

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Steve Brown is a 27 year veteran of the British Army, serving in the Parachute Regiment from 1993-2020. During his career he completed six tours of duty with 3 PARA and the Pathfinders, worked in arctic, desert and jungle environments, and spent 9 years teaching combat survival to servicemen and women around the world.

Follow Steve on social media:

Facebook: Stories by Steve Brown

Instagram: @4orce_of_nature

Order Regimental here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Regimental-Steve-Brown-ebook

Signed copies of Geraint's books are available here: www.geraintjonesmedia.com

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A conversation with John Dixon, who served in Australia's elite 2nd Commando Regiment. 

You can connect with John on instagram: @johns_op

Signed copies of Geraint's new book, D-Day: The Unheard Tapes: www.geraintjonesmedia.com

Audiobook/ ebook/ unsigned copies of Geraint's new book, D-Day: The Unheard Tapes: https://www.amazon.co.uk/D-Day-Powerful-Eye-witness-Accounts-Normandy/dp/1035049635

Thank you to our sponsors:

Hamilton Gold: https://www.hamiltongoldcompany.com/
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Jared Prewitt served in Iraq and Afghanistan with the United States Marine Corps. 

You can connect with Jared here: https://jaredprewittwritesstuff.com/
and find his book here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Itll-Buff-Out-Nothing-Hopeless-Surviving/dp/B0CJ4KDWMY

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Geraint's latest book, co-authored with Levison Wood, is now available on audio, in hardback, and as an e-book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Escape-Kabul-Inside-Levison-Wood/dp/1399718126

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Ben served in the Royal Marines. In this episode, we discuss his multiple tours in Afghanistan.

You can connect with the podcast on instagram @veteranstateofmind

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Audiobooks available at: https://www.audible.co.uk/search?searchAuthor=Geraint+Jones

Geraint's latest book, co-authored with Levison Wood, is now available on audio, in hardback, and as an e-book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Escape-Kabul-Inside-Levison-Wood/dp/1399718126

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