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Military Veterans PodcastEp 053: LAEM(WL) Ian "Mac" McKeachan - Royal Navy VeteranIan joined the Royal Navy in 1975, and served for 16 years as part of the Fleet Air Arm (FAA), reaching the rank of Leading Aircraft Engineering Mechanic (Weapons Electrical) (LAEM(WL)).In this episode Ian talks about his journey in joining the Royal Navy, and what it was like being one of the last courses to go through basic training, at HMS Ganges. He also shares some insights into life at RNAS Lee-on-Solent (HMS Daedalus), RNAS Yeovilton (HMS Heron), and deploying on HMS Sirius (F40).Ian also discusses what it was like preparing some of the...2024-12-103h 19
Behind The Curtain PodcastEpisode 27: Gavin Watson on photographing skinheads & ravers, how he inspired ‘This Is England’, his books & morePhotographer Gavin Watson joins me for episode 27 of the podcast! We spoke about Gavin’s iconic photography of the Skinhead & Raving subcultures, how he inspired Shane Meadows’ award winning film ‘This is England’ the importance of music & fashion to his work, his book & loads more!Watch the podcast episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BehindTheCurtainPodcast-Follow the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/behind_the_curtain_podcast?igsh=MXhzZ21kdTAwemU4dA%3D%3D&utm_source=qrFollow the podcast on X: https://x.com/behindtc_pod?s=21Fo...2024-12-071h 32Military Veterans PodcastViewpoint 27: Tom MooreOriginal Episode: Ep 027 - Lt Tom Moore from 10th August 2022.In this Viewpoint: Tom talks how the end of his career came to be, and how this was difficult for him to come to terms with, causing him to be depressed. However, through help, he came to terms with it all and tackled his thoughts to move back to civilian life...which included leave without pay.This was a challenge to get a new job, away from the military, but he pursued in these next steps in life and took on jobs he didn't enjoy, b...2024-11-2033 minMilitary Veterans PodcastEp 052: Maj Tony Hulton - British Army VeteranTony joined the British Army in 1995, as a Probationary 2nd Lieutenant on a Short Service Limited Commission, and later joined both the Regular and Reserve services. He served a total of 19 years, reaching the rank of Major (Maj).In this episode Tony talks about growing up and his ambition to join the British Army, sharing his journey with courses at Sandhurst on multiple occasions, and being part of Regular Army units as an officer. This included over seeing tasks for the 2001 country wide epidemic of foot-and-mouth disease, before seeing the impact of 9/11, and as a result deploying...2024-11-101h 03Military Veterans PodcastViewpoint 26: Sue WarnerOriginal Episode: Ep 026 - SNO Sue Warner from 10th July 2022.In this Viewpoint: Sue talks about returning from Afghanistan and needing to take a career break, due to a tough period in her life, and after this break she returned to nursing.Sue also shares how sport has helped her recovery, with the support of Help for Heroes. Plus during the crazy times of COVID-19, she stepped forward and used her nursing skills to help others.Lastly, she gives some great advice for people thinking of joining the military, and more great advice f...2024-10-2026 minMilitary Veterans PodcastEp 051: Bdr Gary Prout CGC - British Army VeteranGary joined the Royal Regiment of Artillery (RA) in the British Army twice, once in 1999 and again in 2004. He served for 12 years in total, reaching the rank of Bombardier (Bdr).In this episode Gary talks about his journey in joining the British Army, and why he left and then rejoined a few years later. He shares his time completing many courses, which prepared him for operational tours of Iraq and 2 deployments to Afghanistan. These tours saw him be part of a Close Protection Team, a Tactical Air Control Party (TACP), and be a Forward Observer....2024-10-103h 03Military Veterans PodcastViewpoint 25: Barney GillespieFull Episode: Ep 025 - Cpl Barney Gillespie from 10th June 2022.In this Viewpoint: Barney shares his journey after leaving hospital and going through rehabilitation, since his incident with an Improvised Explosive Device (IED). There were darks days, but he battled through, learning how to use his new prosthetic leg.With his new mindset, he managed to set new goals and challenges, including taking part in the Sydney 2018 Invictus Games, the Dakar Rally, and becoming an Army Cadet Instructor.Watch Full Episode on YouTube:Part 1: youtu.be/KQUsmTFWcD82024-09-2021 minMilitary Veterans PodcastCelebrate Reaching 50 EpisodesIn celebration of reaching the milestone of 50 episodes on this show, we are giving away 50 free sticker packs. Nothing too crazy, but just a little something to say thank you!If you want to have a free sticker pack sent to you, head to our website and fill out the form.Website Form:milvetpodcast.com/50-episodesWatch Episode on YouTube:youtu.be/kooV3tDS6KMTikTok:tiktok.com/@militaryveteranspodcastInstagram:instagram.com/militaryveteranspodcastX:2024-09-1801 minMilitary Veterans PodcastEp 050: SPC Robert Stark - U.S. Army (Airborne) VeteranBob joined the United States Army (USA) in 2002 as part of Airborne Infantry, and served for 4 years, reaching the rank of Specialist (SPC).In this episode Bob talks about his journey in joining the U.S. Army, and what it was like going through Basic Training, then onto Army Airborne School. He shares what it was like being sent to the 1st Battalion, 508th Infantry Regiment (1st of the 508th - Red Devils), in Italy, before being deployed to Iraq. This deployment saw his unit parachute into the country, being his 1st jump since Airborne School, and...2024-09-102h 04Military Veterans PodcastViewpoint 24: Phil KlayFull Episode: Ep 024 - Capt Phil Klay from 10th May 2022.In this Viewpoint: Phil talks about using the G.I. Bill to help getting a writing degree and go to teachers college, when leaving the U.S. Marine Corps. This included going into a graduate creative writing program.He also shares some of the books that he has written, which have done well enough, for him to become a writer full time. These books include Redeployment (Award winning) and Missionaries. Phil has also been part of a different podcast called American Veteran: Unforgettable...2024-08-2021 minMilitary Veterans PodcastEp 049: PO1 Mike Lahiff - U.S. Navy SEAL VeteranMike joined the United States Navy (USN) in 2003, as part of the Aviation branch, before becoming a Navy SEAL. He served for 10 years, reaching the rank of Petty Officer First Class (PO1).In this episode Mike talks about his ambition to become a Navy SEAL at a young age, and his journey in joining the Navy, to begin this pursuit. There were challenges to over come, including going through the Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) training twice, before getting the SEAL Trident. Between these attempts at BUD/S, he got orders to Japan, as part of...2024-08-101h 40Military Veterans PodcastViewpoint 23: Larry RokeFull Episode: Ep 023 - LH(Police) Larry Roke from 10th April 2022.In this Viewpoint: Larry shares the abrupt end to his career in the Royal Navy, and how he had to cope with the realisation that he won't continue within the military, and what could he do as a civilian.He had a hobby with fixing vehicles, which he really enjoyed, and therefore looked into becoming a mechanic as a new career. Looking into the charity Mission Motorsport to help in taking this step forward, with experience and qualifications to move forward within the sector.2024-07-2015 minMilitary Veterans PodcastEp 048: SSgt Ben Garwood - British SAS VeteranBen joined the Parachute Regiment within the British Army in 1997, and served 23 years across multiple areas including, the Royal Electrical & Mechanical Engineers (REME), Pathfinders (PF), and finishing with the British Special Air Service (SAS), reaching the rank of Staff Sergeant (SSgt).In this episode Ben talks about growing up and wanting to join the Royal Marines, before ending up joining the Parachute Regiment, in the British Army. He shares life with 2 PARA before transferring to the REME, and then transferring back to 2 PARA, with a deployment to Iraq in 2005.Ben wanted and needed more challenges...2024-07-101h 52Military Veterans PodcastViewpoint 22: Joey JordanFull Episode: Ep 022 - WO2 Joey Jordan from 10th March 2022.In this Viewpoint: Joey shares his transition back into civilian life, after achieving his big goal in his military career, to become a Warrant Officer Class 2.He talks about the courses he looked at, the difficulty with buying a house for the first time, and other steps he had to take ready to move away from his military life. During this time, he saw an opening to work with the charity Mission Motorsport, where he has been working since leaving. Joey also shares...2024-06-2021 minMilitary Veterans PodcastEp 047: LCpl Steve Enright - British Army VeteranSteve joined the British Army in 1986 and served for 12 years, as part of The Queen’s Regiment, which later amalgamated and became part of The Princess of Wales’s Royal Regiment (PWRR). He reached the rank of Lance Corporal (LCpl).In this episode Steve talks about joining the British Army as a Junior Soldier at Shorncliffe, before heading to Bassingbourn Barracks. He shares being posted to Canterbury, then moving over to Aldergrove in Northern Ireland, and followed by a move over to Episkopi in Cyprus.Steve also shares a tour to the Falkland Islands, and then...2024-06-101h 18
Smarter Marketer63. Project Management for Marketers w. Gavin WatsonCollaboration and communication are the key drivers for any successful marketing team to function. Gavin Watson, Senior Industry Lead for Marketing at monday.com, reveals how businesses are using the visibility and integration tools in project management tech to improve team efficiency and streamline marketing projects.Guest:Gavin Watson is the Senior Industry Lead Marketing, Creative, Retail and Manufacturing for Asia Pacific and Japan at monday.com. He has over 20 years of experience in tech and marketing and was previously Director of Strategic Partnerships at Outfit.io, Chief Commercial Officer at Automaton and Director Sales...2024-05-2132 minMilitary Veterans PodcastViewpoint 21: Tony BrooksFull Episode: Ep 021 - Cpl Tony Brooks from 10th February 2022.In this Viewpoint: Tony talks about his mental health when he returns back to the USA after operational tours with Special Ops, and how he got help to deal with scenes from Operation Red Wings 2.He shares his journey in becoming a Chiropractor, as well as writing his book 'Leave No Man Behind', plus some great advice for others in joining the military or leaving to become a veteran.Watch Full Episode on YouTube:Part 1: youtu.be/HqxFChZRJNw2024-05-2021 minMilitary Veterans PodcastViewpoint 20: Richard FosterFull Episode: Ep 020 - Sgt Richard Foster from 10th January 2022.In this Viewpoint: Richard talks about living with PTSD and coping by being busy and structuring his life around having no down time. This included becoming a lawyer and owning his own ranch.He also wrote a book about his time in the Vietnam War, to help others understand what it's like fighting a war on the ground, called Kilo 3.Lastly Richard gives some great advice for people thinking of joining the military and also great advice for veterans out there - talk t...2024-04-2022 min