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Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 83:Breaking Free: Claire Aves' Journey Through Abuse, Recovery & TriumphIn this powerful and deeply personal episode, Frankie sits down with Claire Aves — athlete, survivor, and winner of Who Dares Wins — to talk resilience, healing, and the life-changing role sport played in her recovery.Claire opens up about the darkest chapter of her life: leaving home at 17, enduring nearly three years of mental and physical abuse, and the painful isolation that followed. She shares how escaping that relationship at 19 became the first step in rebuilding her life and self-worth — a journey that would eventually lead her to discover strength, purpose, and victory through sport.Now a forc...2025-07-181h 15Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 81: From Trauma to Triumph: Steve Beedie's Mission to Move MountainsThis week on Frankie's Pod, we dive deep with a man whose story redefines resilience. Steve joined the army at just 16, driven by a mission to make a difference. But nothing could prepare him for the moment he watched tragedy unfold before his eyes—powerless to stop it. That moment changed everything.Haunted by the weight of inaction, Steve spiraled into a battle with his mental health. But instead of letting it define him, he chose to fight back. Now, he’s on a mission to help others do the same—whether you're an entrepreneur, a public servan...2025-07-041h 57Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 80 : Rising From the Ashes – Mark Ormrod’s StoryIn this powerful episode of Frankie’s Pod, I sit down with Mark Ormrod – former Royal Marine, Invictus Games athlete, author, motivational speaker, and an incredible example of human resilience. Mark shares the raw and inspiring story of his journey: from growing up and choosing to join one of the world’s toughest military units, to enduring the unimaginable after stepping on an IED in Afghanistan — an explosion that cost him both legs and an arm.We dive into what Royal Marines training was really like, relive the day that changed his life forever, and expl...2025-06-271h 36Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 77: Finding Purpose After the Storm: David Heaviside on Veterans and Mental HealthFinding Purpose After the Storm: David Heaviside on Veterans and Mental Health.🗣️ Episode Summary:In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Frankie sits down with David Heaviside, a former soldier with the British Army who served in 2nd Battalion, The Light Infantry (2 LI)—later part of 3 Rifles. David opens up about his military service, including a life-changing deployment to Iraq on Operation Telic, where he and his unit were hit by an IED.After leaving the military, David faced a battle of a different kind—PTSD. He shares the dark spiral he experienced and how i...2025-06-061h 35Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 76: Zoe Robson: Red Berets, Roadblocks & Rebirth this episode of Frankie’s Pod, we sit down with Zoe Robson—former Royal Military Police Corporal, trailblazer, and fierce advocate for rehabilitation and recovery. Born in Northern Ireland and raised across military bases as a proud pads brat, Zoe knew from childhood that she was destined to wear the red beret.Her journey with the RMP took her to Germany and beyond, but it wasn’t all smooth sailing. Zoe opens up about the challenges she faced while serving, the strength it took to push through, and the resilience that defines her today. After hangin...2025-05-301h 52Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 75: David Harmar Hidden in Plain Sight – A Soldier’s Journey with Undiagnosed AutismIn this deeply personal episode of Frankie’s Pod, we hear from a former Royal Artillery serviceman, David Harmar, who shares his honest and inspiring journey of living with undiagnosed Autism throughout his military career and beyond. From struggling with clumsiness, poor motor skills, and social challenges during his time at Junior Leaders Regiment Royal Artillery (JLRRA) Bramcote, to unexpectedly excelling in a Blowpipe missile trials unit, his story challenges traditional ideas of success in uniform.After finally finding a role where he could thrive, he went on to achieve success both in the Army and in ci...2025-05-231h 26Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 48: Dan From The RLC to TikTok and in betweenIn this episode of Frankie’s Pod, I sit down with Dan, a former member of the Royal Logistic Corps (RLC), who shares captivating stories from his military career. Dan’s service took him to various parts of the world, including Bosnia and Iraq, giving him a wealth of experiences to recount. We explore what it was like for him growing up on the South Coast and in Norfolk, and how those formative years shaped his decision to join the military.
Dan reflects on his time in the armed forces, the challenges and triumphs of serving in dive...2024-11-151h 37Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 45: Sammy Freeman, Meals & Mindset: A Chef’s Therapy JourneyIn this episode, I have a conversation with Sammy Freeman, who enlisted in the Royal Logistic Corps (RLC) in 1995. Sammy shares his experiences growing up in a tough neighbourhood in Glasgow and how those early challenges shaped him. He reflects on his time in the military and speaks openly about the difficulties he faced after leaving, including struggles with his mental health. Sammy also discusses the steps he took to overcome these challenges and find a path to healing. His story is one of perseverance, self-awareness, and the personal impact of military life
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Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 44: Dave Lamb, From Shells to Security: Dave’s Military EvolutionIn this episode, I sit down with Dave Lamb, a veteran whose military career began with the 3rd Regiment Royal Horse Artillery in the mid-1980s. Dave takes us back to his early days of rigorous training and shares vivid, personal stories from his time with the regiment, highlighting both the challenges and the strong bonds of camaraderie that defined his service. In a deeply emotional part of the conversation, Dave reflects on the heartbreaking loss of a close friend during his time in the military, offering an honest look at how grief and trauma shaped his...2024-10-181h 46Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 44: Dave Lamb, From Shells to Security: Dave’s Military Evolution
In this episode, I sit down with Dave Lamb, a veteran whose military career began with the 3rd Regiment Royal Horse Artillery in the mid-1980s. Dave takes us back to his early days of rigorous training and shares vivid, personal stories from his time with the regiment, highlighting both the challenges and the strong bonds of camaraderie that defined his service. In a deeply emotional part of the conversation, Dave reflects on the heartbreaking loss of a close friend during his time in the military, offering an honest look at how grief and trauma shaped his...2024-10-181h 46Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 43: Gareth "Sub" Thomas, Fighting Cancer After Fighting WarIn this compelling episode, we explore the remarkable life of Gareth Thomas, a man who has faced war and personal battles with unyielding courage. Starting his career in the Royal Navy as a submariner, Gareth transitioned to life as a professional boxer and doorman before re-enlisting with the British Army. Serving with the Queen’s Dragoon Guards, Gareth was deployed to Afghanistan as a Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) and Fire Support Team (FST) member, where he faced the harsh realities of combat.Later diagnosed with cancer, Gareth continues to fight another battle each day — one for his...2024-10-111h 56Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 43: Gareth "Sub" Thomas, Fighting Cancer After Fighting WarIn this compelling episode, we explore the remarkable life of Gareth Thomas, a man who has faced war and personal battles with unyielding courage. Starting his career in the Royal Navy as a submariner, Gareth transitioned to life as a professional boxer and doorman before re-enlisting with the British Army. Serving with the Queen’s Dragoon Guards, Gareth was deployed to Afghanistan as a Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) and Fire Support Team (FST) member, where he faced the harsh realities of combat.
Later diagnosed with cancer, Gareth continues to fight another battle each day — one for his...2024-10-111h 56Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 42: Godfrey Bloom Bloom on Politics, Patriotism, and ControversyIn this episode, I sit down with former Member of the European Parliament and military veteran, Godfrey Bloom, for a look into his fascinating career and views on the current state of the world. We explore his time serving in the British Army, the lessons he learned during his military career, and how those experiences shaped his views on politics, economics, and global affairs. Godfrey offers candid insights into pressing global issues—from the shifting geopolitical landscape to economic instability—and shares his thoughts on what the future holds. Prepare for a no-holds-barred conversation that’s as thought-provoking as it is...2024-10-091h 12Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 42: Godfrey Bloom Bloom on Politics, Patriotism, and ControversyIn this episode, I sit down with former Member of the European Parliament and military veteran, Godfrey Bloom, for a look into his fascinating career and views on the current state of the world. We explore his time serving in the British Army, the lessons he learned during his military career, and how those experiences shaped his views on politics, economics, and global affairs. Godfrey offers candid insights into pressing global issues—from the shifting geopolitical landscape to economic instability—and shares his thoughts on what the future holds. Prepare for a no-holds-barred conversation that’s as thought-provoking as it is...2024-10-091h 12Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 41 Gareth Wilson "Lock, Stock, and Barrel: The Gunner’s New Gig"In this Episode, I'm talking with Gareth Wilson who I served with in 3 RHA and 34 Battery. Gareth tells us what it was like growing up in the North East and deciding to join the Army. Gareth Served with 3 RHA and other regiments. He tells us what it was like to serve and some of the struggles he has had whilst serving and Since leaving the Army and setting up his own locksmith business.
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2024-10-041h 40Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 41 Gareth Wilson "Lock, Stock, and Barrel: The Gunner’s New Gig"In this Episode, I'm talking with Gareth Wilson who I served with in 3 RHA and 34 Battery. Gareth tells us what it was like growing up in the North East and deciding to join the Army. Gareth Served with 3 RHA and other regiments. He tells us what it was like to serve and some of the struggles he has had whilst serving and Since leaving the Army and setting up his own locksmith business.https://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespod, it helps to fund the software and hosting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...2024-10-041h 40Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 40 : Roy Selstrom Collecting the Fallen, Roy’s Story Part 3Part 3 of Roys Story
I recorded this episode months ago but we had some serious issues with the sudo and I wasn't going to release it. However, I feel it's such an important story that it deserves to be put out there. This is the first part of a three-part special.
Roy Selstrom Served with Pioneer Corp during the late 80s and later with the RLC. He served in Northern Ireland and Germany.
As a Lance Corporal in the Royal Pioneer Corps, he was assigned to collect bodies during the 1991 Gulf War. A job the...2024-09-271h 20Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 40 : Roy Selstrom Collecting the Fallen, Roy’s Story Part 3Part 3 of Roys StoryI recorded this episode months ago but we had some serious issues with the sudo and I wasn't going to release it. However, I feel it's such an important story that it deserves to be put out there. This is the first part of a three-part special.Roy Selstrom Served with Pioneer Corp during the late 80s and later with the RLC. He served in Northern Ireland and Germany. As a Lance Corporal in the Royal Pioneer Corps, he was assigned to collect bodies during the 1991 Gulf War. A job the...2024-09-271h 20Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 39 : Roy Selstrom Collecting the Fallen, Roy’s Story Part 2Part to of Roys Story
I recorded this episode months ago but we had some serious issues with the audio and I wasn't going to release it. However, I feel it's such an important story that it deserves to be put out there. This is the second part of a three-part special.
Roy Selstrom Served with Pioneer Corp during the late 80s and later with the RLC. He served in Northern Ireland and Germany.
As a Lance Corporal in the Royal Pioneer Corps, he was assigned to collect bodies during the 1991 Gulf War. He was...2024-09-221h 16Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 39 : Roy Selstrom Collecting the Fallen, Roy’s Story Part 2Part to of Roys StoryI recorded this episode months ago but we had some serious issues with the audio and I wasn't going to release it. However, I feel it's such an important story that it deserves to be put out there. This is the second part of a three-part special.Roy Selstrom Served with Pioneer Corp during the late 80s and later with the RLC. He served in Northern Ireland and Germany. As a Lance Corporal in the Royal Pioneer Corps, he was assigned to collect bodies during the 1991 Gulf War. He was...2024-09-221h 16Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 38 : Roy Selstrom Collecting the Fallen, Roy’s Story Part 1I recorded this episode months ago but we had some serious issues with the audio and I wasn't going to release it. However, I feel it's such an important story that it deserves to be put out there. This is the first part of a three-part special.
Roy Selstrom Served with Pioneer Corp during the late 80s and later with the RLC. He served in Northern Ireland and Germany.
As a Lance Corporal in the Royal Pioneer Corps, he was assigned to collect bodies during the 1991 Gulf War. A job the he was given little training for...2024-09-201h 18Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 38 : Roy Selstrom Collecting the Fallen, Roy’s Story Part 1I recorded this episode months ago but we had some serious issues with the audio and I wasn't going to release it. However, I feel it's such an important story that it deserves to be put out there. This is the first part of a three-part special.Roy Selstrom Served with Pioneer Corp during the late 80s and later with the RLC. He served in Northern Ireland and Germany. As a Lance Corporal in the Royal Pioneer Corps, he was assigned to collect bodies during the 1991 Gulf War. A job the he was given little training for...2024-09-201h 18Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 37 Col Richard Collinge: from the Artillery to AmbulancesWelcome back, in this episode, I am chatting with Col Richard Collinge. Richard served with the Royal Artillery completing tours around the world and commanding d Battery RHA on a tour of Iraq. Richard tells us what it was like growing up, joining the Army, and Serving with different command appointments. He tells us how proud he was to command Pirbright and the recruits there and what it was like being the Regimental Col of the Royal Artillery.
Later he describes what it was like to volunteer for Ambulance duties during the COVID lockdown.
If...2024-09-132h 21Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 37 Col Richard Collinge: from the Artillery to AmbulancesWelcome back, in this episode, I am chatting with Col Richard Collinge. Richard served with the Royal Artillery completing tours around the world and commanding d Battery RHA on a tour of Iraq. Richard tells us what it was like growing up, joining the Army, and Serving with different command appointments. He tells us how proud he was to command Pirbright and the recruits there and what it was like being the Regimental Col of the Royal Artillery. Later he describes what it was like to volunteer for Ambulance duties during the COVID lockdown.If...2024-09-132h 21Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 36 Louise Walters : from the Dental Centre to Sunnier SmilesHi, welcome back. In the episode, we chat with Louise Walters, who started her Army career with the Dental Corps, later moved over to the REME, and was later commissioned into the AGC. She tells us what it was like becoming the first female Dental Corps soldier to become a training instructor. She also explains why she chose to leave the Army and move to Dubai.if you like this podcast and the previous ones, please consider buying me a Coffeehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespodi where she has set up a veterans club.2024-09-061h 39Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 36 Louise Walters : from the Dental Centre to Sunnier SmilesHi, welcome back. In the episode, we chat with Louise Walters, who started her Army career with the Dental Corps, later moved over to the REME, and was later commissioned into the AGC. She tells us what it was like becoming the first female Dental Corps soldier to become a training instructor. She also explains why she chose to leave the Army and move to Dubai.
if you like this podcast and the previous ones, please consider buying me a Coffee
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespodi where she has set up a veterans club.
...2024-09-061h 39Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 35: Mark Baker From Camouflage to Cellblock: The Misadventures of MarkIn this episode, I’m talking to Mark Baker. Marks has had a varied life and, this podcast was a bit of a surprise to me when we recorded it. Mark served with the Royal Artillery and 34 Battery. Mark tells us what it was like in training and when he served with 34 Bty. He also tells us what happened to him after being discharged from the Army for failing a compulsory drug test, ending up on the wrong side of the law, and being sentenced to 12 years.If you like this podcast and the previous ones, please cons...2024-08-301h 27Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 35: Mark Baker From Camouflage to Cellblock: The Misadventures of MarkIn this episode, I’m talking to Mark Baker. Marks has had a varied life and, this podcast was a bit of a surprise to me when we recorded it. Mark served with the Royal Artillery and 34 Battery. Mark tells us what it was like in training and when he served with 34 Bty. He also tells us what happened to him after being discharged from the Army for failing a compulsory drug test, ending up on the wrong side of the law, and being sentenced to 12 years.
If you like this podcast and the previous ones, please cons...2024-08-301h 27Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 34: Stephen Sherlock From P Company to the PoliceWelcome back to the podcast. In this episode, I’m talking with Stephen Sherlock. Stephen tells us what it was like growing up and, an abusive family with a very dysfunctional father. Trigger alert Stephen describes in detail some of the physical abuse he suffered when he was a child.Stephen tells what it was like to be homeless at a young age and his decision to join the Army where he found a new family. HE talks about his time in Training and tours on Op Herrick.He goes on to describe his life af...2024-08-231h 40Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 34: Stephen Sherlock From P Company to the PoliceWelcome back to the podcast. In this episode, I’m talking with Stephen Sherlock. Stephen tells us what it was like growing up and, an abusive family with a very dysfunctional father. Trigger alert Stephen describes in detail some of the physical abuse he suffered when he was a child.
Stephen tells what it was like to be homeless at a young age and his decision to join the Army where he found a new family. HE talks about his time in Training and tours on Op Herrick.
He goes on to describe his life af...2024-08-231h 40Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 33: Mark Harding, Big Miles For Forgotten SmilesIn this episode, I'm talking with Mark Harding who served with the KORBR. Joining in 1996 and completed tours of N Ireland, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Mark tells us about his time in the Army serving with COP and his tours one of which was cut short by being shot through the neck and paralysing Mark from the neck down. Mark had proven many people wrong and fought back to fitness having competed in Kayaking and Dragon Boat racing with the Purple Warriors. Mark has also completed various walks raising money for Scotty's Little Soldiers, a charity he holds very close...2024-08-161h 27Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 33: Mark Harding, Big Miles For Forgotten SmilesIn this episode, I'm talking with Mark Harding who served with the KORBR. Joining in 1996 and completed tours of N Ireland, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Mark tells us about his time in the Army serving with COP and his tours one of which was cut short by being shot through the neck and paralysing Mark from the neck down. Mark had proven many people wrong and fought back to fitness having competed in Kayaking and Dragon Boat racing with the Purple Warriors. Mark has also completed various walks raising money for Scotty's Little Soldiers, a charity he holds very close...2024-08-161h 27Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 32: Col Matthew JP MurphyIn today's episode, I chat with Matt Murphy, who served with 3 RHA for most of his career. He talks about his time serving with the Regiment as a young officer, the operational tours he completed including UN tours in Mali, commanding the regiment later in his career, and why he chose to leave the Army.If you like this episode please buy me a coffee atbuymeacoffee.com/FrankiesPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-08-091h 29Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 32: Col Matthew JP MurphyIn today's episode, I chat with Matt Murphy, who served with 3 RHA for most of his career. He talks about his time serving with the Regiment as a young officer, the operational tours he completed including UN tours in Mali, commanding the regiment later in his career, and why he chose to leave the Army.
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2024-08-091h 29Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 31: Baz SwalesIn today's episode, I am talking with Barry Swales. Barry served with 39 Regt RA joining in 2000 and only leaving recently in 2024. Barry tells what it was like joining and serving with 39 Regt RA and 26 Regt RA and completing tours of Northern Ireland, Cyprus, and Afghanistan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-08-021h 28Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 31: Baz SwalesIn today's episode, I am talking with Barry Swales. Barry served with 39 Regt RA joining in 2000 and only leaving recently in 2024.
Barry tells what it was like joining and serving with 39 Regt RA and 26 Regt RA and completing tours of Northern Ireland, Cyprus, and Afghanistan.
2024-08-021h 28Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 30: Louise Banton from London to Down UnderIn this episode I am talking to Louise Banton, Louise served with the Royal Artillery reaching the Rank of SSgt. She tells us what it was like Serving with 47 Regt RA and 32 Regt RA working on Air Defence and Target locating equipment.Upon Leaving the Army she tells us about her Decisionher decision to apply for a Lateral Transfer to the Australian Defence Forces and with the Royal Australian Artillery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-07-2647 minFrankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 30: Louise Banton from London to Down UnderIn this episode I am talking to Louise Banton, Louise served with the Royal Artillery reaching the Rank of SSgt. She tells us what it was like Serving with 47 Regt RA and 32 Regt RA working on Air Defence and Target locating equipment.
Upon Leaving the Army she tells us about her Decision
her decision to apply for a Lateral Transfer to the Australian Defence Forces and with the Royal Australian Artillery.
2024-07-2647 minFrankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 29: Brian Morgan "The Life of Brian" From Pegasus to the PoliceToday I’m chatting with Brian Morgan. Brian joined the royal artillery in 1975, serving with 7 RHA and 3 RHA along with a few other places.He tells us what it was like in training and then serving with 7 RHA. He talks about the shock of training and having to grow up quickly. Then 7 RHA were rerolled back to the PARA role. He talks about how rough regimental life could be for a young soldier new to the regiment. He tells us what it was like going through P Company and later moving into a different trade of...2024-07-191h 23Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 29: Brian Morgan "The Life of Brian" From Pegasus to the PoliceToday I’m chatting with Brian Morgan. Brian joined the royal artillery in 1975, serving with 7 RHA and 3 RHA along with a few other places.
He tells us what it was like in training and then serving with 7 RHA. He talks about the shock of training and having to grow up quickly. Then 7 RHA were rerolled back to the PARA role. He talks about how rough regimental life could be for a young soldier new to the regiment.
He tells us what it was like going through P Company and later moving into a different trade of...2024-07-191h 23Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 28: Sean Connolly From Radio Stag to Radio StationIn this episode, I chatted with Sean Connolly who served with 40 Fld Reg RA. Sean served in Germany during the Cold War and did tours of Belize. It was this service that inspired him to right a book called British Army On the Rampage. He discusses what inspired him to write the book and what else he got up to in later life after leaving the military.
Seans books:https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Sean-Connolly/author/B00D49XGZU?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true
Seans Radio station Mighty FM
http...2024-07-121h 06Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 28: Sean Connolly From Radio Stag to Radio StationIn this episode, I chatted with Sean Connolly who served with 40 Fld Reg RA. Sean served in Germany during the Cold War and did tours of Belize. It was this service that inspired him to right a book called British Army On the Rampage. He discusses what inspired him to write the book and what else he got up to in later life after leaving the military.Seans books:https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Sean-Connolly/author/B00D49XGZU?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=trueSeans Radio station Mighty FMhttp...2024-07-121h 06Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 27: Leon Richardson from marching to cat walksHello and welcome to this episode. Today I’m talking with Leon Richarson.
Leon joined the Royal Artillery in 1997 serving with 3rd Regiment Royal Horse Artillery. Today he tells us what it was like growing up and then serving with 3rd and then his time at 29 after completing the All Arms Commando course. Leon then tells us what he got up to after he left the military ending up running a successful business and a stint as a male model.
I must apologize to start with as the audio in the first fe...2024-07-051h 06Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 27: Leon Richardson from marching to cat walksHello and welcome to this episode. Today I’m talking with Leon Richarson. Leon joined the Royal Artillery in 1997 serving with 3rd Regiment Royal Horse Artillery. Today he tells us what it was like growing up and then serving with 3rd and then his time at 29 after completing the All Arms Commando course. Leon then tells us what he got up to after he left the military ending up running a successful business and a stint as a male model.I must apologize to start with as the audio in the first fe...2024-07-051h 06Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 26: Tim Davies Fast Jets and Life in general.In today's episode, I'm talking to Tim Davies. Tim is an Ex RAF Fast Jet Pilot and was the Chief Instructor at RAF Valley.
Tim tells us what it was like joining the military and discusses his time in the Navy and RAF and what it was like leaving.
Tim Now runs an online Flight School called Fat Jet Performance teaching people to fly in Simulators.2024-06-281h 26Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 26: Tim Davies Fast Jets and Life in general.In today's episode, I'm talking to Tim Davies. Tim is an Ex RAF Fast Jet Pilot and was the Chief Instructor at RAF Valley.Tim tells us what it was like joining the military and discusses his time in the Navy and RAF and what it was like leaving.Tim Now runs an online Flight School called Fat Jet Performance teaching people to fly in Simulators. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-06-281h 26Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 25: Mark Cutter: from Hong Kong to Afghanistan Part 2Today I’m talking with Mark Cutter who served with 3 RHA. Mark joined the Army in 1990 and after basic training served with J (Sidi Rezegh) Battery Until 1997. This is a two-part episode and in this part, Mark tells us what it was after he left the army and whats been going on in his life. From working as a contractor in Iraq and other places, to working as a Kyak instructor. If you like this podcast and the previous ones, pleaseconsider buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespod, ithelps to fun...2024-06-211h 00Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 25: Mark Cutter: from Hong Kong to Afghanistan Part 2Today I’m talking with Mark Cutter who served with 3 RHA. Mark joined the Army in 1990 and after basic training served with J (Sidi Rezegh) Battery Until 1997. This is a two-part episode and in this part, Mark tells us what it was after he left the army and whats been going on in his life. From working as a contractor in Iraq and other places, to working as a Kyak instructor.
If you like this podcast and the previous ones, please
consider buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespod, it
helps to fun...2024-06-211h 00Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 24: Mark Cutter: from Hong Kong to Afghanistan Part 1Today I’m talking with Mark Cutter who served with 3 RHA. Mark joined the Army in 1990 and after basic training served with J (Sidi Rezegh) Battery Until 1997. This is a two-part episode and in this part, Mark tells us what it was like growing up and attending boarding school, his time in the Amry, and why he chose to leave.
If you like this podcast and the previous ones, please
consider buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespod, it
helps to fund the software and hosting
Talking of Coffee...2024-06-141h 20Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 24: Mark Cutter: from Hong Kong to Afghanistan Part 1Today I’m talking with Mark Cutter who served with 3 RHA. Mark joined the Army in 1990 and after basic training served with J (Sidi Rezegh) Battery Until 1997. This is a two-part episode and in this part, Mark tells us what it was like growing up and attending boarding school, his time in the Amry, and why he chose to leave. If you like this podcast and the previous ones, pleaseconsider buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespod, ithelps to fund the software and hostingTalking of Coffee...2024-06-141h 20Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 23: Andy From the RA to the RUC and E4AIn today’s episode, I’m talking with Andy, for reasons that
will become apparent we won't be using Andy's surname to preserve his anonymity. Andy joined the Royal Artillery in 1982 and served initially with 5th Regt RA in Germany before moving back to the UK serving in Topcliffe. It was here he decided to leave the Army and join the Police. While serving with the police he decided to join the RUC and then applied to join E4A, whose primary role was surveillance and providing intelligence to the RUC and Special Branch. Today Andy tells us why he made...2024-06-072h 14Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 23: Andy From the RA to the RUC and E4AIn today’s episode, I’m talking with Andy, for reasons thatwill become apparent we won't be using Andy's surname to preserve his anonymity. Andy joined the Royal Artillery in 1982 and served initially with 5th Regt RA in Germany before moving back to the UK serving in Topcliffe. It was here he decided to leave the Army and join the Police. While serving with the police he decided to join the RUC and then applied to join E4A, whose primary role was surveillance and providing intelligence to the RUC and Special Branch. Today Andy tells us why he made th...2024-06-072h 14Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 22: Mike Web: From CPs to PCsWelcome to this next episode. I’m talking with Mike Web. Mike joined the Army in 1990 initially joining
the Int corps as a linguist but fate had a different plan for him. Ending up in C Battery 3 RHA. Mike tells us about his time with the regiment and tours of Northern Ireland. Later we talk about what Mike did after he left the Army and how some of the lessons he learned in the Military helped him in his civilian jobs.
If you like this podcast and the previous ones, please
consider buying me a coffee at https...2024-05-311h 22Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 22: Mike Web: From CPs to PCsWelcome to this next episode. I’m talking with Mike Web. Mike joined the Army in 1990 initially joiningthe Int corps as a linguist but fate had a different plan for him. Ending up in C Battery 3 RHA. Mike tells us about his time with the regiment and tours of Northern Ireland. Later we talk about what Mike did after he left the Army and how some of the lessons he learned in the Military helped him in his civilian jobs.If you like this podcast and the previous ones, pleaseconsider buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeaco...2024-05-311h 22Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 21: Alan Brown: Kelly I need a hand!!!Today I’m talking with Alan Brown, Alan joined the Army in 1994 and reached the Rank of WO2 before leaving. Alan had a let’s say turbulent career but one thing that stayed constant through was his involvement with Boxing. Alan Boxed from the age of 12 and is now a GB team coach along with running a Gym in Chester-le-street. If you like these podcasts please consider buying me a Coffeeat https://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespod, it helps to fund the software and hosting. Talking of Coffee, Danger Close Coffee supports the podcast.If you would like to...2024-05-241h 52Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 21: Alan Brown: Kelly I need a hand!!!Today I’m talking with Alan Brown, Alan joined the Army in 1994 and reached the Rank of WO2 before leaving.
Alan had a let’s say turbulent career but one thing that stayed constant through was his involvement with Boxing. Alan Boxed from the age of 12 and is now a GB team coach along with running a Gym in Chester-le-street.
If you like these podcasts please consider buying me a Coffee
at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespod, it helps to fund the software and hosting.
Talking of Coffee, Danger Close Coffee supports the podcast.
If you would lik...2024-05-241h 52Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 20: Lee Dunkley from Albemarle to KilimanjaroIn this episode I’m talking to Lee Dunkley, Lee previously served with the Royal Artillery in Northern Ireland, Iraq and Afghanistan. Upon leaving the Army, Lee joined the MPGS but was medically discharged due to an injury acquired whilst serving. Things took a turn forthe worse due to mental health problems, which he discusses in this episode, Lee has fought back even Climbing Kilimanjaro for and raising over £70K for Help for Heroes, and later competing in Dragon Boat racing with The Purple Warriors. If you like this podcast and the previous ones, please...2024-05-171h 06Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 20: Lee Dunkley from Albemarle to Kilimanjaro
In this episode I’m talking to Lee Dunkley, Lee previously served with the Royal Artillery in Northern Ireland, Iraq and Afghanistan. Upon leaving the Army, Lee joined the MPGS but was medically discharged due to an injury acquired whilst serving. Things took a turn for
the worse due to mental health problems, which he discusses in this episode, Lee has fought back even Climbing Kilimanjaro for and raising over £70K for Help for Heroes, and later competing in Dragon Boat racing with The Purple Warriors.
If you like this podcast and the previous ones...2024-05-171h 06Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 19: Simon Mourton from Med man to Med HatIn this episode, I’m talking with Simon Mourton who servedwith 3 RHA in the late 90s. completing toursof Northern Ireland and Kosovo along with extended deployments to Canada. It was on one of these postings that he met his future wife. once he left the militarySimon emigrated to Canada and has now become a Canadian citizen. Simon talks about growing up in the Military along with Basic Training and life within the Regiment and what it was like emigrating to Canada and living there.If you like these podcasts please consider buying me a Coffee at https://www.buym...2024-05-101h 01Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 19: Simon Mourton from Med man to Med HatIn this episode, I’m talking with Simon Mourton who served
with 3 RHA in the late 90s. completing tours
of Northern Ireland and Kosovo along with extended deployments to Canada. It was on one of these postings that he met his future wife. once he left the military
Simon emigrated to Canada and has now become a Canadian citizen. Simon talks about growing up in the Military along with Basic Training and life within the Regiment and what it was like emigrating to Canada and living there.
If you like these podcasts please consider buying me a Coffee...2024-05-101h 01Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 18: Andrew Smith, Green Howards from Malton to GoraždeToday I'm talking to Andrew Smith who served with the Green Howards in the 1990s. Andrew talks abouthis basic training tours of Northern Ireland and a tour of Bosnia. The main part of this podcast is Andrew telling us about his recent visit to Bosnia. Why he returned and how it affected him.If you like this podcast and the previous ones, please consider buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespod, ithelps to fund the software and hosting. Talking of Coffee, Danger Close Coffee supports the podcast.If you would like to buy...2024-05-031h 23Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 18: Andrew Smith, Green Howards from Malton to GoraždeToday I'm talking to Andrew Smith who served with the Green Howards in the 1990s. Andrew talks about
his basic training tours of Northern Ireland and a tour of Bosnia. The main part of this podcast is Andrew telling us about his recent visit to Bosnia. Why he returned and how it affected him.
If you like this podcast and the previous ones, please consider buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespod, it
helps to fund the software and hosting.
Talking of Coffee, Danger Close Coffee supports the podcast.
If you would like...2024-05-031h 23Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 17: David Mclean from Scotswood to Singapore and moreIn this episode I’m talking to David Mclean, David tells mw what it was like to grow up in
the Military and live in the Far East as a child. Playing in both the jungles of Singapore and the Streets of Hong Kong. David later
joined the Army serving with the RAOC before leaving and living in Germany then later returning to the UK and going to have a long career with the NHS.
If you like this podcast and the previous ones, please
consider buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespod, it helps...2024-05-032h 02Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 17: David Mclean from Scotswood to Singapore and moreIn this episode I’m talking to David Mclean, David tells mw what it was like to grow up inthe Military and live in the Far East as a child. Playing in both the jungles of Singapore and the Streets of Hong Kong. David laterjoined the Army serving with the RAOC before leaving and living in Germany then later returning to the UK and going to have a long career with the NHS.If you like this podcast and the previous ones, pleaseconsider buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespod, it helps to fund the so...2024-05-032h 02Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 16: Pat Moir From Detmold to ChelseaWelcome to this Episode.
Today I’m Chatting with Pat Moir who joined the Army in 1964.
Pat first joined the Royal Signals before transferring to
the Royal Horse Artillery. Pat talks about his time with the regiment and serving in Northern Ireland and Hong Kong along with some very interesting stories about camp life….
If you like this podcast and the previous ones, please
consider buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespod, it helps to fund the software and hosting.
Talking of Coffee, Danger Close Coffee supports the podc...2024-04-261h 26Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 16: Pat Moir From Detmold to ChelseaWelcome to this Episode. Today I’m Chatting with Pat Moir who joined the Army in 1964. Pat first joined the Royal Signals before transferring tothe Royal Horse Artillery. Pat talks about his time with the regiment and serving in Northern Ireland and Hong Kong along with some very interesting stories about camp life….If you like this podcast and the previous ones, pleaseconsider buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespod, it helps to fund the software and hosting.Talking of Coffee, Danger Close Coffee supports the podcast.If you w...2024-04-261h 26Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 15: Clare Coleman From the ACG to the NHSHi welcome to this next episode. Today I’m chatting with Clare Coleman, Clare served with the AGC and was posted to 3 RHA in Hohne.Today Clare talks about why she joined the Army and her timein training along with her time serving with 3 RHA. Clare then goes on to talk about the next chapter of her life after she left the Army and the difficulties she and her family have faced.If you like this podcast and the previous ones, pleaseconsider buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespod, it helps...2024-04-181h 01Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 15: Clare Coleman From the ACG to the NHSHi welcome to this next episode. Today I’m chatting with Clare Coleman, Clare served with the AGC and was posted to 3 RHA in Hohne.
Today Clare talks about why she joined the Army and her time
in training along with her time serving with 3 RHA. Clare then goes on to talk about the next chapter of her life after she left the Army and the difficulties she and her family have faced.
If you like this podcast and the previous ones, please
consider buying me a coffee at
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/frank...2024-04-181h 01Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 14: Micheal O'Conner The Irish ConnectionWelcome back to the podcast. Today I’m talking with Michael O’Conner.Michael grew up in Dublin and first served with the Irishdefense forces before joining the British Army in 1995.Michael served with 19 Regiment and a couple of stints at Larkhill with 34 and 24 batteries. He did tours of Iraq and Afghanistan before leaving the Army in 2018Today Michael goes over what it was like growing up in Dublin, his time at Pirbright and 19 Regiment along with his time at Larkhill and also the TOW team.If you like this p...2024-04-121h 54Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 14: Micheal O'Conner The Irish Connection
Welcome back to the podcast.
Today I’m talking with Michael O’Conner.
Michael grew up in Dublin and first served with the Irish
defense forces before joining the British Army in 1995.
Michael served with 19 Regiment and a couple of stints at Larkhill with 34 and 24 batteries. He did tours of Iraq and Afghanistan before leaving the Army in 2018
Today Michael goes over what it was like growing up in Dublin, his time at Pirbright and 19 Regiment along with his time at Larkhill and also the TOW team.
If you like t...2024-04-121h 54Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 13: Tracey the Pads BratWelcome back to the podcast and thanks for listening in. In today's Episode I’m talking to Tracey.Tracey talks about what it was like growing up in the forces. About moving around and settling into different places. She also explains how being a Forces child helped shape her life.If you like this podcast and the previous ones, please consider buying me a Coffeehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespod, ithelps to fund the software and hosting. Talking of Coffee, Danger Close Coffeesupports the podcast. If you would like to buy some coffee from the...2024-04-0545 minFrankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 13: Tracey the Pads BratWelcome back to the podcast and thanks for listening in. In today's Episode I’m talking to Tracey.
Tracey talks about what it was like growing up in the forces. About moving around and settling into different places. She also explains how being a Forces child helped shape her life.
If you like this podcast and the previous ones, please consider buying me a Coffee
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespod, it
helps to fund the software and hosting. Talking of Coffee, Danger Close Coffee
supports the podcast. If you would like to buy some cof...2024-04-0545 minFrankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEaster 24: Lee Horton From Cadets to CelebsToday I'm talking to Lee Horton who served in the Royal Horse Artillery. Lee served in Northern Ireland and later started his own security company. We discuss brotherhood and what it means to be a veteran. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-03-311h 30Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEaster 24: Lee Horton From Cadets to CelebsToday I'm talking to Lee Horton who served in the Royal Horse Artillery. Lee served in Northern Ireland and later started his own security company. We discuss brotherhood and what it means to be a veteran. 2024-03-311h 30Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 12: Colin Moss From Guns to CarsHi welcome back to the podcast in this episode I’m talkingto Colin Moss. Colin joined the Army in 1995, attending Pirbright before joining 1st RHA in Tidworth. Colin also served with 34 Battery in Larkhill and later asan instructor back at Pirbright. Colin talks about his time in 34 Battery as well as tours of Iraq and some challenges he faced later towards the end of his military service. If you like this podcast and the previous ones, please consider buying me a Coffeehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespod, ithelps to fund the softwar...2024-03-291h 01Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 12: Colin Moss From Guns to CarsHi welcome back to the podcast in this episode I’m talking
to Colin Moss. Colin joined the Army in 1995, attending Pirbright before joining 1st RHA in Tidworth.
Colin also served with 34 Battery in Larkhill and later as
an instructor back at Pirbright.
Colin talks about his time in 34 Battery as well as tours of Iraq and some challenges he faced later towards the end of his military service.
If you like this podcast and the previous ones, please consider buying me a Coffee
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespod, it
helps to fund...2024-03-291h 01Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 11: Nick Dunn from Ashington to hell and backToday I’m talking with Nick Dunn Nick was one of the "Chennai Six," a group of British nationals who were arrested and imprisoned in India in 2013. They were working as security guards on a ship to combat piracy in the Indian Ocean when they were detained by Indian authorities on charges of possessing illegal firearms and ammunition. The men argued that the weapons were lawfully held for anti-piracy purposes.Today Nick talks about growing up, joining the Military, What happened in India, and life after his release.The case gained significant media attention and wa...2024-03-222h 50Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 11: Nick Dunn from Ashington to hell and backToday I’m talking with Nick Dunn Nick was one of the "Chennai Six," a group of British nationals who were arrested and imprisoned in India in 2013. They were working as security guards on a ship to combat piracy in the Indian Ocean when they were detained by Indian authorities on charges of possessing illegal firearms and ammunition. The men argued that the weapons were lawfully held for anti-piracy purposes.
Today Nick talks about growing up, joining the Military, What happened in India, and life after his release.
The case gained significant media attention and wa...2024-03-222h 50Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 10: Ian Constantine Bramcote to BrittanyWelcome back to the podcast today I’m chatting with Ian
Constantine, Ian joined The Royal Artillery in 1984, before serving with the AGC and on commissioning moving back to the Royal Artillery. Ian served in the UK, Cyprus, Germany, and Afghanistan, before retiring from the Army as a Major to live In France.
If you like this podcast and the previous ones, please
consider buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespod, it
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If you would like to buy...2024-03-151h 31Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 10: Ian Constantine Bramcote to BrittanyWelcome back to the podcast today I’m chatting with IanConstantine, Ian joined The Royal Artillery in 1984, before serving with the AGC and on commissioning moving back to the Royal Artillery. Ian served in the UK, Cyprus, Germany, and Afghanistan, before retiring from the Army as a Major to live In France. If you like this podcast and the previous ones, pleaseconsider buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespod, ithelps to fund the software and hosting. Talking of Coffee, Danger Close Coffee supports the podcast.If you would like to buy some coffee...2024-03-151h 31Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 09 Natalie Meheut From Larkhall to LarkhillIn this episode, I’m chatting with Natalie Meheut. Natalie was the first female AS90 Gunner. Joining the Royal Artillery in 1998, and later transferred to the Adjutant Generals Corps before being medically discharged. Natalie discusses what it was like as a female gunner and also as a single mum later in her military career. If you like this podcast and the previous ones, please consider buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespod, it really helps to fund the software and hosting. Talking of Coffee, Danger Close Coffee supports the podcast. If you would...2024-03-081h 22Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 09 Natalie Meheut From Larkhall to LarkhillIn this episode, I’m chatting with Natalie Meheut. Natalie was the first female AS90 Gunner. Joining the Royal Artillery in 1998, and later transferred to the Adjutant Generals Corps before being medically discharged. Natalie discusses what it was like as a female gunner and also as a single mum later in her military career.
If you like this podcast and the previous ones, please consider buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespod, it really helps to fund the software and hosting.
Talking of Coffee, Danger Close Coffee supports the podcast. If you would...2024-03-081h 22Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 08: Chris Brown, From P Company to PhuketToday I’m talking to Chris Brown, Chris served with 7 RHA. Joining up in 1997 and first attend basic training at Pirbright and Phase 2 training at Larkhill before completing P Company. Chris Served on Various tours including Op Telic in 2003.
If you like this podcast and the previous ones, please consider buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespod, it helps to fund the software and hosting.
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code : FRANKIES...2024-03-011h 50Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 08: Chris Brown, From P Company to PhuketToday I’m talking to Chris Brown, Chris served with 7 RHA. Joining up in 1997 and first attend basic training at Pirbright and Phase 2 training at Larkhill before completing P Company. Chris Served on Various tours including Op Telic in 2003.If you like this podcast and the previous ones, please consider buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespod, it helps to fund the software and hosting. Talking of Coffee, Danger Close Coffee supports the podcast.If you would like to buy some coffee from them use the link below and apply thecode : FRANKIESCOFFEEPOD for a 10...2024-03-011h 50Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 07: Tony Gilardi Watch out The Beadles aboutIn this episode, I will be talking to Tony Gilardi.Tony grew up in Ipswich and joined the Royal Artillery in1984 attending Junior Leaders Regiment at Barmote, Then serving with various regiments until heleft in 2008 as a WO2. His story showsthat there are ups and downs but there can be a happy ending.Feel like helping out with the costshttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespodTalking of Coffee, Danger Close Coffee supports the podcast. If you would like to buy some coffee from them use the link be...2024-02-231h 16Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 07: Tony Gilardi Watch out The Beadles about
In this episode, I will be talking to Tony Gilardi.
Tony grew up in Ipswich and joined the Royal Artillery in
1984 attending Junior Leaders Regiment at Barmote, Then serving with various regiments until he
left in 2008 as a WO2. His story shows
that there are ups and downs but there can be a happy ending.
Feel like helping out with the costs
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Talking of Coffee, Danger Close Coffee supports the podcast. If you would like to buy some coffee from them use th...2024-02-231h 16Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 06: John Brownlee-Baker, from Aden to Canada.Today I am speaking to John Brownlee-Baker, John joined the Royal Artillery as a boy soldier aged 15 in 1958 and reached the Rank of RSM later in his service, before emigrating toCanada where he still lives.John served in Aden during the 1960s serving with J (Sidi Rezegh) Battery, Later John saw service in Kenya, Germany, and Northern Ireland. Today John tells us why he joined the Army and what his Boy service was like and discusses Aden and other stories. https://medium.com/@keithreeve/story-of-a-soldier-of-j-sidi-rezegh-battery-rha-and-indirectly-of-the-jlrra-55e66efe290bFeel like helping out with th...2024-02-1650 minFrankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 06: John Brownlee-Baker, from Aden to Canada.Today I am speaking to John Brownlee-Baker, John joined the Royal Artillery as a boy soldier aged 15 in 1958 and reached the Rank of RSM later in his service, before emigrating to
Canada where he still lives.
John served in Aden during the 1960s serving with J (Sidi Rezegh) Battery, Later John saw service in Kenya, Germany, and Northern Ireland. Today John tells us why he joined the Army and what his Boy service was like and discusses Aden and other stories.
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Feel like helping out wi...2024-02-1650 minFrankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableFire Mission Festival – The Glastonbury for GunnersWelcome to this special episode of Frankies Pod. Today I’m talking to Andy who is a member ofthe Admin team for the Fire Mission Festival. Today he talks to us a little about himself and then takes us over the festival, why it started what it takes to run it, and plans for the future.This Pod will hopefully bring more awareness about the festivalto people. Links for the Facebook groupwill be in the show notes so please visit, join the group and buy your tickets for the eventhttps://www.facebook.com/g...2024-02-151h 14Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableFire Mission Festival – The Glastonbury for Gunners
Welcome to this special episode of Frankies Pod. Today I’m talking to Andy who is a member of
the Admin team for the Fire Mission Festival.
Today he talks to us a little about himself and then takes us over the festival, why it started what it takes to run it, and plans for the future.
This Pod will hopefully bring more awareness about the festival
to people. Links for the Facebook group
will be in the show notes so please visit, join the group and buy your tickets for the event
https...2024-02-151h 14Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 05: Keeping it in the family Part 2Thispart 2 of ians Story. In the first part,we covered the period from Ian joining the army apprentice college to serving at his first adult unit. We rejoin his story when he was deployed tosouth Georgia on a six-month tour.Feel like helping out with the costshttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespodTalking of Coffee, Danger Close Coffee supports the podcast. If you would like to buy some coffee from them use the link below and apply the code : FRANKIESCOFFEEPOD for a 10% Discounthttps://www.dangerclosecoffee.co...2024-02-0843 minFrankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 05: Keeping it in the family Part 2
This
part 2 of ians Story. In the first part,
we covered the period from Ian joining the army apprentice college to serving at his first adult unit. We rejoin his story when he was deployed to
south Georgia on a six-month tour.
Feel like helping out with the costs
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Talking of Coffee, Danger Close Coffee supports the podcast. If you would like to buy some coffee from them use the link below and apply the code : FRANKIESCOFFEEPOD for a 10% Discount
https://ww...2024-02-0843 minFrankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 04: Keeping it in the family Part 1Today I’m going to be chatting to Ian. Ian joined the Royal Engineers in 1979attending the Army Apprentice College in Chepstow Ian then went on to Serve in the UK and Germany. and left the Army in 1990 Today we talk about why Ian joined the army and what hisservice was like, and why he left.This is the first of two parts due to the length of the recording.Feel like helping out with the costshttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespod2024-02-0147 minFrankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 04: Keeping it in the family Part 1
Today I’m going to be chatting to Ian. Ian joined the Royal Engineers in 1979
attending the Army Apprentice College in Chepstow
Ian then went on to Serve in the UK and Germany. and left the Army in 1990
Today we talk about why Ian joined the army and what his
service was like, and why he left.
This is the first of two parts due to the length of the recording.
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2024-02-0147 minFrankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 03 Mark Peake From PTI to PiratesIn this episode I talk to Mark Peake, Mark Joined the Army in 1988, attending basic training at Woolwich and then moving to 49 Regiment Royal Artillery before being posted to Germany. Later joining 3rd Regiment Royal Horse Artillery, and reaching the rank of WO2 before leaving and going into Anti-Piracy Security onboard ships. After this, he joined the MPGS. This is his story in his own words.Feel like helping out with the costshttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespodTalking of Coffee, Danger Close Coffee supports the podcast. If you would lik...2024-01-251h 03Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 03 Mark Peake From PTI to PiratesIn this episode I talk to Mark Peake, Mark Joined the Army in 1988, attending basic training at Woolwich and then moving to 49 Regiment Royal Artillery before being posted to Germany.
Later joining 3rd Regiment Royal Horse Artillery, and reaching the rank of WO2 before leaving and going into Anti-Piracy Security onboard ships. After this, he joined the MPGS. This is his story in his own words.
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Talking of Coffee, Danger Close Coffee supports the podcast. If you would lik...2024-01-251h 03Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 02: A six foot spike up your arse.This pod is about me. I should not expect guests to talk about themselves I don't as well. I should have done this before I did any others but only just got around to it. It's a small slice of my 27 years of service. I have missed so much out, otherwise I would have been going all night. I may do another in the future with a few more stories. I did have a cold while recording this so please forgive the nasally tone.Feel like helping out with the costshttps...2024-01-1829 minFrankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 02: A six foot spike up your arse.This pod is about me. I should not expect guests to talk about themselves I don't as well. I should have done this before I did any others but only just got around to it. It's a small slice of my 27 years of service. I have missed so much out, otherwise I would have been going all night. I may do another in the future with a few more stories. I did have a cold while recording this so please forgive the nasally tone.
Feel like helping out with the costs
https...2024-01-1829 minFrankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 01 Talking to Chris getting to know himEpisode 01For our first episode, I'm talking to an old mate of mine called Chris. Just getting to know him we go over his early life, why he joined the Army, and what happened when he left the military. Feel like helping out https://www.buymeacoffee.com/frankiespodTalking of Coffee, Danger Close Coffee supports the podcast. If you would like to buy some coffee from them use the link below and apply the code : FRANKIESCOFFEEPOD for a 10% Discounthttps://www.dangerclosecoffee.co.uk/ Hosted on...2024-01-071h 00Frankie's Pod, Uncorking the UnforgettableEpisode 01 Talking to Chris getting to know himEpisode 01
For our first episode, I'm talking to an old mate of mine called Chris. Just getting to know him we go over his early life, why he joined the Army, and what happened when he left the military.
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