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Small business and specifically running a small business can be a lonely experience, especially if you don't understand your vision and purpose. In this episode we speak about the importance of a team, working through trauma and growing your company. This is part of the Declassified network and this is the Forces Friendly Podcast.

Childhood trauma, chronic fatigue, set backs, growth and development. Our next guest is an inspiration and in this conversation we delve into areas of her life not openly talked about before. We also speak about why she is so passionate about helping others and why working with the Military cohort is so important. A People Special, Helen Helliwell. This is Declassified

From a strict baptist childhood, developing OCD, chronic fatigue and daily suffering to becoming a warrior on the battlefields of Afghanistan. In this episode we speak to a current serving member of parliament who is on a mission to change things for the better. A raw and honest account of living with obsessive compulsive disorder, using this to thrive within the Armed Forces and why he went in to politics. We speak about his current challenges and why he is so passionate about ensuring veteran welfare is at the forefront of future governments. Westminster Special with Johnny Mercer - This is Declassified

Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chiefs of Staff Committee. This Ministry of Defence special gave us an open and honest account to the most senior enlisted member of the Armed Forces. We speak about his early career, the bullying culture in the late 80s, the first gulf war, Iraq, Afghanistan, Sandhurst and his current role including his appointment as the Military's 'Mental Health and Wellbeing Champion'. We also delve into his own mental health challenges and why he is so passionate about making things better for those that serve.MOD Special - Glenn Haughton - This is Declassified

Being an interpreter in Afghanistan working for the British Army at the height of the conflict had its challenges. Our next guest was born into conflict and spent most of his adult life working in some of the most brutal war fighter in modern times. He was blown up, nearly lost his eye yet continued to work alongside his British brothers deep inside Helmand province. His challenges since coming to the UK seeking asylum have still not been overcome. He is now battling to keep himself and his children safe. Episode 32 - Saif Omari - This is Declassified

Strapping themselves to the side of an Apache attack helicopter to rescue a fallen commando. This is the story of the mission that will go down in legend and the one where 3 Royal Marines, 2 Apaches and 1 Royal Engineer flew into the hornets nest. Episode 31 - Dave Rigg MC - This is Declassified

Polar exploration, being a mum, a military wife and an amazing role model. This episode looks at what it takes to train, plan and implement a true test of human endurance. We speak childhood, military life and her current project - https://southpole2020.com

Writing a book about your life in the Military or a fictional novel about experiences gained are a dream of many within the Armed Forces community. This episode breaks book writing down to its fundamental elements giving clarity around the process. We speak about planning, story telling, the edit and publishing. This is part of the Declassified network and this is the Forces Friendly Podcast.

SBS, Army commando, diver, world record holder and charity fundraiser. This episode delves into the life of a former special forces operative. From going the British Army as a Royal Engineer to his time in Military prison and his invitation to the Royal wedding. Episode 29 - Dean Stott - This is Declassified

Battling with terminal cancer has been her hardest fight so far. Joining the British Army as a teenager our next guest has travelled and operated in some of the worlds most hostile environments. She now faces hostility like nothing she has experienced before and attacks it in a way we can honestly call her a true military warrior. We speak treatment, her role model father, death and quality of life. Episode 28 - Mandy Islam - This is Declassified

President of Royal College of Psychiatrists, director of the King's centre for Military health research and he was recently appointed by the government to review the 'Mental Health Act'. This episodes we speak to the countries senior psychiatrist about the history of military psychiatry and the differences between shell shock and modern day PTSD. Fascinating and a real privilege to have Sir Simon Wessely with us for a Declassified episode.

Part 5 - WW2 - Dunkirk, Libya, POW, Dresden. Part 5 we discuss returning home, getting married, positivity and his outlook on life.......a remarkable man, time and storyDennis Brock, This is Declassified

Part 4 - WW2 - Dunkirk, Libya, POW, Dresden. Part 4 we discuss being firebombed, team work, manipulation, death and the end of the war......

Part 3 - WW2 - Dunkirk, Libya, POW, Dresden. Part 3 we discuss suffering as a prisoner, British humour, serious injury, moving to Italy and then to Germany (and a bit of sabotage thrown in)

Part 2 - WW2 - Dunkirk, Libya, POW, Dresden. In part 2 we discuss Dunkirk, Tobruk, El Alamein, Capture and Starvation….

Part 1 - WW2 - Dunkirk, Libya, POW, Dresden. Dennis is a veteran of World War 2 and in part 1 we discuss childhood, joining the Army and the initial few months of the war......

Military Medical historian who is the trusted advisor to the CASEVAC club. She is the only historian in the world to be found in a science department of a university and this has seen her become the Imperial Lead on the Paediatric Blast Injury Partnership. We speak guinea pig club, her grandmother and the lessons learnt from previous conflict. A truly fascinating episode. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Heavy-Reckoning-Medicine-Survival-Afghanistan/dp/1781255857/ref=sr12?ie=UTF8&qid=1482743135&sr=8-2&keywords=A%20Heavy%20Reckoning

Declassifying Stigmas With A Simple Conversation This brief but impactful mix of previous guests explains a lot.

She has performed more reconstructive operations on the Afghan cohort than any other plastic surgeon in the UK. Her passion for those she treats is nothing short of inspiring, the work she performs is nothing short of miraculous. We delve into trauma injury, working with the military and the future of service personnel who have lost limbs during conflict. A national hero, Alex Crick, this is declassified

Paralympian, bio-mechanical engineer, invictus team captain, co-founder of the casevac club, MBE and former Army officer. Losing both legs in Afghanistan changed everything. Being defined by his injury was not an option and it was the growth that followed that was truly remarkable. Hear why he is driven to helping others and why studying for his Phd will impact the world for many. An incredible man with an incredible story.

Transitioning out of the Military into civilian life has its challenges. This episode looks at the things that can make a positive impact on bridging the gap. We speak about resettlement, housing, mentors, community and networking. This is part of the Declassified network and this is the Forces Friendly Podcast.

Family, business, trauma, purpose, adventure and supporting the Military. Understanding why people do what they do instead of just knowing what they do creates a much greater appreciation for their achievements. This episodes does just that.... Bremont Special - Nick & Giles English - This is Declassified For more information please visits - https://www.bremont.com/pages/about-ambassadors

32,000 ft, 200 people onboard, the aircraft starts to nose dive! This story looks at trauma, injury, recovery and the power of sport.An incredible story and an incredible charity.The endeavour Fund Special - Nathan Jones - This is Declassified

CEO of a Military housing charity this episode discusses the emotive subjects around veteran homelessness and rough sleeping. Ed has dedicated his life to helping and assisting people around the world and his focus is now on providing and improving social housing for our veterans. Eton, Rwanda, Kosovo, Afghanistan, CRISIS, Cobseo, STOLL Housing Special - Ed Tytherleigh https://www.stoll.org.ukhttps://www.cobseo.org.uk/clusters/housing/https://support.veteransgateway.org.uk/app/category_list/c/27/p/

Great to have David back in the studio to dissect the previous 10 episodes and two specials.Lots to talk about and a thoroughly enjoyable episode.PTSD, recovery, HESCO, rowing, mindset, sacrifice, leadership, emotions, mans-best-friend, the blitz, sexual abuse, suicide, child abuse, PHD, research, breathing, cold water, sleep, refugee, 11,000 miles, safety, mental health, exercise, community, CALM, Endeavour, role model.Summary 12 - 21 with David Wiseman - This is Declassifiedhttps://www.endeavourfund.co.ukhttps://radiopublic.com/battle-scars-GEzqLv/ep/s1!9b92ahttps://www.thecalmzone.net

Placing a loaded pistol into his own mouth was the beginning of his recovery. This episode talks about how mental health affects us all, how dark thoughts and negative feelings can have a huge impact on normal life. We also speak about fitness, family, nature, goals and social media. Episode 21 - Chris Kelly - This is Declassifiedhttps://saveoursoldier.co.ukTwitter - @justchriskelly | @FrontlineChild | @YSW_UK

An Afghan refugee who travelled 11,000 miles to find safety and peace. This is the story of a 12 year old boy who was torn between family, the US military and vengeance. Hear Gulwali explain why and how he travelled to the UK and what he is doing now. A truly remarkable man with an unbelievable outlook on life.Episode 20 - Gulwali Passarley - This is Declassified https://gulwalipassarlay.wordpress.com

The country's leading natural lifestyle coach. From his spell in the British Army to focusing on his physical, social, spiritual and emotional wellbeing. This episode discusses the benefits to breathing, cold water, movement, nature and the power of sleep. The conversation could change your life.Episode 19 - Tony Riddle - This is Declassifiedhttps://tonyriddle.comSquat tutorial 20% discount code - DCLASS20(discount code applies to the first 100 subscribers)

Psychiatric Nurse, Military Veteran, Child Carer. This episode talks about how an abusive childhood contributed to his poor mental health as an adult. Joining the Army was his escape only to breakdown and become suicidal. We discuss what makes a child carer and why he now spends his time researching the mental wellbeing of military children as part of his PHD. Episode 18 - Paul Watson - This is Declassified

Weapons of Mass Destruction. Our next guest is a former Army officer who specialised in nuclear, biological and chemical warfare. He was deployed around the world but it was his time in Afghanistan that impacted him more than anything he had done before.His experiences in conflict and passion for vehicles and engines were the catalyst behind 'Mission motor sport'.This fantastic charity aids in the rehabilitation and longterm recovery of those effected by the military career.Episode 17 - James Cameron - This is Declassifiedhttp://www.missionmotorsport.orghttps://www.endeavourfund.co.uk/current-endeavours/mission-motorsport/

Sexually abused as a child, this story takes us to places we didn't expect. The negative effects of childhood have manifested and created a negative impact on her mental health now.Later in life she married a soldier and at times suffered domestic abuse caused by his PTSD.Brave, strong and an inspiration to many, hear her speak for the first time.She has been to hell and back whilst keeping the family unit together.Episode 16 - Amanda Jones - This is Declassified

She survived the Blitz in Stepney, East London. We talk Operation Pied Piper and how her family fell apart after the second world war. She was buried alive for three days and those memories still haunt her to this day.An 85 year old eastender who tells it how it was and how it is.Episode 15 - Maire Butwell AKA Girl Walker - This is Declassifiedhttps://www.amazon.co.uk/Stepney-Doorstep-Society-remarkable-through/dp/071818985X/ref=tmmhrdswatch0?encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

How Ziggy saved Richard's life. Hear the incredible story of this former army medic and police officer's remarkable treatment for PTSD. From the dressing stations of the second Gulf war to living a 'normal' life, thanks to this remarkable labrador.Twitter - @assistanceziggyhttps://veteranswithdogs.org.ukhttps://allaroundziggy.com

Explorer, Photographer, Author, Paratrooper!This modern day adventurer has travelled through and documented some of the most amazing places this world has to offer.We talk the walks and the experiences he has gained along the way.From fighting in Afghanistan to hitchhiking Arabia on the back off a battle tank.Episode 13 - Levison Wood - This is Declassifiedhttp://www.levisonwood.com/documentary/https://www.amazon.co.uk/Arabia-Journey-Through-Heart-Middle/dp/1473676339

From Royal Marine to Humanitarian...This Team Rubicon special looks at the man who leads this remarkable group of military and first responder volunteers. We discuss leadership, self awareness, the armed forces skill set and how conflict has helped him grow as an individual.Disasters are his business. Veterans are his passion.A Team Rubicon Special - Richard Sharphttps://www.teamrubiconuk.orghttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BoDT1NGjTR8

Hearts and Mines! This team HESCO special looks at a true military role model. Charlie has searched, located and destroyed landmines all over the world. From his military operations in Bosnia and Iraq to his extensive work with the HALO trust in Asia and Africa. Charlie now performs world record ocean rows whilst raising funds for charitable causes. A TEAM HESCO brand ambassador - Charlie Martell - This is Declassified

Mass trauma, getting shot, climbing mountains - I AM undefeated. Our next guest speaks about conflict and the aftershock that still affect him and his family today.From his severe post traumatic stress to understanding the brain and the need to tell his story with us.From Helmand to the Himalayas via InvictusEpisode 12 - David Wiseman - This is Declassified

We look at the first 10 episodes and talk with Brain to get his perspective on the podcast so far. Brian Wood, Terry Brazier, Phil Campion, Walter Busuttil, Simon Harmer, Louise Fetigan, Derek & Maria Hunt, Sean Jones, Jordan Wylie, Alexander Khan. These episodes have covered Iraq, Afghanistan, Sierra Leone, SAS selection, Child abuse, Post traumatic stress, Post traumatic growth, Memory, Mental health, Mental fitness, Separation, Business, War, Conflict and Suicide.www.declassifiedpodcast.com - for helplines and guidance.

Abducted by his father. Sent to Pakistan. Escaped and joined the British Army. He was taken from his English mother aged just 3. His early life involved child abuse, separation, murder and fear.We talk about breaking from one community and joining the Military community. Hear his incredible journey.This is the story of the orphan of Islam.Link to Alex's book - http://www.alexander-khan.co.ukHelpings and support below -NSPCC (adults reporting abuse) - 0808 800 5000Childline - 0800 1111 (free service)https://karmanirvana.org.uk

From hunting pirates to hunting celebrities on Channel 4. We discuss Iraq, education, family and an East African ebola hospital. A lot of ground is covered with Jordan as he explains military life and how you can leverage your experiences to positively impact the world.Blackpool to Baghdad - This is Jordan Wylie and this is his story.Please find the links to Jordan's current charitable project here:https://www.runningdangerously.co.ukhttps://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/jordan-wylie-running-dangerously

Winning the Military Cross on his third tour of Afghanistan, Sean speaks openly about how conflict has affected him and those around him. A leader of men who often put his military family before his own family. Raw, real and brutal. Hear the realities of war from a modern day front line soldier.For military and civilian helplines please visit our page dedicated to helping - https://declassifiedpodcast.com/mentalfitness/

Son. Dad. Soldier. Sufferer. But will never be just a statistic. 25037586 Warrant Officer Class 2 Nathan John Hunt MiD Corps of Royal Engineers 2nd January 2018. Age 39 Always in our thoughts Forever in our heartsYour life a beautiful memoryYour absence a silent grief

Veteran. Wife. Mum. It's the stories that are often forgotten that can be full of trauma and pain. Louise talks about her experiences being a Military veteran, a loving wife to a current serving member of the Armed Forces and also as a mother.From being a pregnant soldier to setting up the only 100% dedicated charity for service children this conversation is at times, extremely emotional.The realities of war are often closer to home than we would imagine.More on 'Little trooper' please find the link here: http://www.littletroopers.net

When an IED ripped through his body removing both legs he had two choices, survive or die. An incredible story of grit, dedication and overcoming unfathomable odds. An Army medic who was responsible for the wellbeing of those around him including the enemy. Newly married and during his first tour of Afghanistan life was to change forever. The inspiration was what happened next. Hear Simon relive his experiences in his own words.

A world leading psychiatrist who specialises in psychological trauma. He spent 16 years in the Royal Air Force serving in the Falklands, Ethiopia and Germany.Walter was part of the team involved in the rehabilitation of the Beirut hostages and spent 10 years treating adult survivors of sexual abuse. He now focuses all his efforts into the care of injured veterans, many of whom suffer from complex PTSD.If you have been affected by the subjects in this episode please visit -CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION REGARDING PROFESSIONAL HELP

Former Soldier with the SAS, Royal Hampshire Regiment and the Princess of Wales Royal Regiment.He was para and commando trained before setting his sights higher and becoming a member of the Special Air Service.We delve into topics from his childhood, selection, Sierra Leone, the private security circuit and trauma.Hear his unedited story here…..You can follow Big Phil - @bigphilcampionhttps://www.born-fearless.shopOperation certain death: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B079VFKLS4/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1

Former soldier with the Irish Guards and 3 Para. He has fought in Afghanistan and is currently fighting his way to the top of the MMA world as a professional fighter.His story is shocking and some listeners may find some of the content disturbing.Hear Terry relive his brutal experiences in a very open and honest manner.Follow Terry:Twitter - @MMABrazierTerryInstagram - @terrybrazierPodcast content note: We speak briefly about another former soldier who won the Military Cross. His actions that won that medal were in Iraq not Afghanistan like what was mentioned. Confusion from Michael after a very emotional and Afghan centric conversation.

Changing the conversation together. Here is a 14 minutes snippet what this podcast is all about and why it is so important.

Brian won the Military Cross in 2004 from his actions in Iraq at what was later called the 'Battle of Danny Boy'.His bravery on the battlefield was only the start. Years later Brian's integrity was questioned in the Al Sweedy enquiry. His greatest battle, a battle that was fought on home soil and in a court room, was where he showed bravery on a different level.This episode delves into his life, his struggles with post traumatic stress and the growth he has shown since.He inspires many with his public speaking and his book 'Double Crossed' is set to shake the way modern warfare is perceived.Hear Brian talk openly and candidly about what actually happened…Pre-order 'Double Crossed' - Press Here