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Head GameFormer Soldier Heston Russell's Private Battles On The Front LineFormer special forces commando Heston Russell has an impressive resume from his time in the Australian Defence Force. The fifth-generation soldier has service in his blood, with more than 100 combat missions under his belt. His drive and passion helped him work his way quickly through the ranks. But behind the success, self-doubt, the loss of a soldier under his command and hiding his sexuality play on Heston's mind. LINKS Heston's book 'Forging The Will To Fight' is available now Listen the Heston's podcast 'The ABCs of Heston Russell' Follow Ant on Instagram, X, and Fac...2025-06-2446 min
Axons UnleashedHeston Russell: The Truth Behind The Veteran GamesWhat happens when Invictus isn’t the right fit?In this powerful chat, Robbie sits down with former Special Forces officer Heston Russell to unpack how a single idea — The Veteran Games — grew into a national movement focused on purpose, mateship, and saving lives.Heston reveals why he walked away from Invictus, what inspired him to build something different, and how the 2025 Games are shaping up to be the biggest yet.💥 The truth. The struggles. The wins. All in one episode.👉 Watch now. Support the mission. Share it with Sunrise.🔗 https...2025-05-2634 min
Zero Limits PodcastEp. 216 Scotty Mac 126 Signals Squadron 2nd Commando RegimentSend us a text however note we cannot reply through these means. Please message the instagram or email if you are wanting a response. On todays Zero Limits Podcast I chat with Scotty Mac former signals operator from 126 Signals Squadron that supports the 2nd Commando Regiment.Scott enlisted into the Australian Defence Force in 2006 first enlisting as infantry soldier during basic training at Kapooka he transferred to Signals Corps. After completing basic and initial employment training Scott had the desire to post to a unit that supports special forces and with hard work he was...2025-05-253h 35
True Crime ConversationsMeet Heston Russell: The Veteran Falsely Accused Of War CrimesHeston Russell has lived a life most of us couldn’t imagine. A former special forces commander, he’s been shot at, dropped out of helicopters, and led troops through the chaos of Afghanistan and Iraq. But it wasn’t until he came home that he faced his toughest fight yet — not against an enemy overseas, but against his own country. Heston and his men were accused of war crimes, and suddenly, he was battling to defend their names against the weight of national headlines and public judgment. In this episode, we dive into Heston’s intense...2025-04-2359 min
A Lot To Talk About#270 - Heston Russell: Former Special Forces Commander on Maximising Your Potential.A 5th generation military man called by a purpose to serve our country, Commando Heston Russell put his life on the line in 5 tours of Iraq & Afghanistan. His calling to serve & willingness to sacrifice his life on the front line, filled him with pride until our country turned their back on him. Branding Heston a war criminal, the ABC released doctored footage and accused Heston of committing a war crime. Proving he wasn’t even in the country at the time of the incident & that the footage had been manipulated, Heston was not on...2025-04-151h 49
The ABCs of Heston RussellTrailer The ABCs of Heston Russell (Short)ALL EPISODES AVAILBALE MARCH 31, 2025.The ABCs of Heston Russell is a limited series podcast revealing the incredible, true life story of former Special Forces Commando leader Heston Russell who survived multiple deployments in Afghanistan only to return home to face his biggest battle, suing the ABC for defamation. Featuring exclusive interviews, court trial re-enactments and stunning revelations, the series is produced and hosted by journalist Bryan Seymour, the co-creator of the global #1 hit podcast The Lady Vanishes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-2400 min
The ABCs of Heston RussellTrailer - The ABCs of Heston RussellALL EPISODES AVAILBALE MARCH 31, 2025.The ABCs of Heston Russell is a limited series podcast revealing the incredible, true life story of former Special Forces Commando leader Heston Russell who survived multiple deployments in Afghanistan only to return home to face his biggest battle, suing the ABC for defamation. Featuring exclusive interviews, court trial re-enactments and stunning revelations, the series is produced and hosted by journalist Bryan Seymour, the co-creator of the global #1 hit podcast The Lady Vanishes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-2401 min
The You Project#1721 The War After The Combat - Heston RussellHeston Russell has been through some horrible sh*t; physical, mental, emotional, personal and professional. Some of it he was highly trained for, some of it he wasn't. Some of it he chose, some of it he didn't. And while you might think his biggest challenges would have been as a Special Forces Officer in the middle of combat situations around the world, the reality is different. If you haven't watched the Channel 7 'Spotlight' doco that unpacks Heston's fascinating (and harrowing) journey to hell and back, I strongly suggest you do. I thought I’d share the channel 7 synopsis he...2024-11-3052 min
Three Food MemoriesHeston Russell, Special Forces Veteran“Because you've come from an institution where you're meant to put yourself last, to ask for help is seen as a bit of a failure”In this episode you’ll meet Special Forces Veteran Heston Russell. Heston grew up in suburban Brisbane as the middle child, with a Dad who was in the army, and an aerobics instructor mum. Like his Dad, he joined the army too - but when he was a kid, he loved heading to work with his mum at the aerobics classes she taught. Food in the househol...2024-11-251h 06Three Food MemoriesKatherine Bennell-Pegg, Australia's first astronaut“As people we are all capable of so much more than we imagine ourselves to be” - Katherine Bennell-PeggIn this episode you meet Australia’s first ever astronaut. Katherine Bennell-Pegg grew up looking at the stars in her suburban Sydney backyard, and by early high school when asked by a teacher to write down three professions she’d like to pursue as an adult she wrote just one. Unlike those of us who still don’t know what we want to be, she set her sights on the stars and achieved what few dare to...2024-11-1843 min
The Life LID PodcastEpisode 12 - Heston RussellSend us a textMajor Heston Russel Retired, spent an almost 20 year career in the Australian Defence Force, the vast majority of which within the Elite 2nd Commando Regiment, one of Australia's Top Tier Special Forces Units.He's seen deployments to East Timor with the 2nd Battalion of the Royal Australian Regiment and then multiple deployments to Afghanistan and Iraq with 2CDO.in 2020 Heston and the soldiers of November Platoon, 2nd Commando Regiment were accused of War Crimes, by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) and Heston subsequently took them to Court, ultimately winning a...2024-11-122h 27
The Life LID PodcastEpisode 12 - Heston RussellSend us a textMajor Heston Russel Retired, spent an almost 20 year career in the Australian Defence Force, the vast majority of which within the Elite 2nd Commando Regiment, one of Australia's Top Tier Special Forces Units. He's seen deployments to East Timor with the 2nd Battalion of the Royal Australian Regiment and then multiple deployments to Afghanistan and Iraq with 2CDO. in 2020 Heston and the soldiers of November Platoon, 2nd Commando Regiment were accused of War Crimes, by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) and Heston subsequently took them to Court, ultimately winning a...2024-11-121h 38
Zero Limits PodcastEp. 188 Heston Russell 2nd Commando Regiment Australian Special Forces OfficerSend us a text however note we cannot reply through these means. Please message the instagram or email if you are wanting a response. On today's Zero Limits Podcast I sit down with Heston Russell former 2nd Commando Regiment Australian Special Forces Officer.As a fifth generation Army Veteran, Heston followed in his father's footsteps and joined the Australian Army at the age of 17, graduating from the Royal Military College of Duntroon, Upon completion he was posted to the 2nd Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment (2 RAR). In 2010, Heston successfully completed the highly-competitive Special Forces selection (to...2024-10-203h 41
Share with Steve Hodgson#46. Best Bits Of 2024 So Far | Volume 1We've hit the halfway point in 2024, so I thought I'd release a couple of episodes showcasing some of the highlights of each guest I've had the sheer honour and privilege to interview them and hear them share their story, reflections and thoughts. It's a bit of a tasting platter for those who want some quick clips, but also a great opportunity to scroll back and tune into a full episode of a guest that peaks your interest.
Here's the first 12 episodes of 2024, featuring these outstanding humans:
Episode 20 | Glenn Azar | Building Better Humans
Episode 21 | Chris Robbins | Thoughts & Reflections Of An Evolving...2024-07-041h 23
Straight Talk with Mark Bouris#137 Heston Russell: The Truth Behind Modern Warfare & His Legal Battle with the ABCHeston Russell is a former Australian Special Forces Major with over 10,000 hours of leadership in combat operations in the Middle East.After over a decade of combat leadership, including taking the fight to ISIS, Heston Russell was proud to serve his country. Yet, he felt deeply abandoned when the ABC falsely accused his platoon of war crimes. Make sure to tune in, as the Aussie veteran offers a raw and honest insight into the complexities of modern warfare.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter & YouTube. You can subscribe to the newsl...2024-07-0352 min
The Cowboy Up PodcastE51S4 Guns and GunslingersAs a kid, Phil Spangenberger became enamored with guns, courtesy of Davy Crockett and television. Now a renowned firearms expert, historian, writer and True West Magazine editor, Phil joins the podcast to share captivating stories and insights from his extensive research and experiences in Western history, firearms and cowboy culture. In addition to doing some of his own shooting, including mounted shooting, Phil also trained actors how to brandish firearms in films. What American guns helped settle the West? What are the differences between a single-action and double-actions guns? Was Charlton Heston or Mel Gibson a better gunslinger? Join...2024-06-1542 min
Mind This Space with Jack MillarHeston Russell and the ANZAC ExampleThis might just be a conversation on ANZAC day like you've never heard before. Drawing on his own military life and the lessons it gave him, along with his continuing work with veterans, Heston shows how ANZAC day connects us all to purpose, values and tradition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-04-2332 min
Priority Zero PodcastHeston Russell - Australian Special Forces Commando Major - Veteran Advocate - Author - PodcasterHeston Russell embodies a legacy of military service spanning five generations, having distinguished himself as a Major within the Australian Special Forces 2nd Commando Regiment. Across a span of 16 years, his deployments to Afghanistan, Iraq, and Timor reflect a steadfast commitment to duty and a profound understanding of the complexities of modern conflict.
In this compelling episode, Heston articulates his journey within the Australian Defence Force, offering profound insights from his experiences. Beyond his military tenure, he has emerged as an advocate for Australian veterans, leveraging platforms such as his podcast to amplify their voices and concerns.
Furthermore, Heston's transition...2024-04-011h 38
Share with Steve Hodgson#23. Soldier to Civilian: Finding His Passion, Purpose & Identity - Heston RussellHeston Russell is a retired Special Forces Major and decorated combat Veteran who has dedicated his life to serving his country and the wider Veteran community. He joined the Australian Army at the age of 17 as a fifth generation Army Veteran following in the footsteps of his father Mark who served for over twenty years in the Australian Army. While at the Australian Defence Force Academy, Heston completed a Bachelor of Arts from the University of New South Wales majoring in History & Indonesian.
After 16 years of serving in the military - where he lead elite, high performance teams and completed o...2024-01-251h 22
Mind This Space with Jack MillarHeston Russell and Life After ServiceAfter 16 years in the military, where he led elite high performance teams and completed over 100 combat missions with the Special Forces, Heston Russell has stories to tell, and lessons to share. After battling his demons, and The ABC, Heston is now on a mission to use his experience as a leader and love for country to solve real world problems and empower people to achieve their full potential. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-01-2342 min
Lawyers Weekly Podcast NetworkThe public interest defence (and the Russell v ABC test case)The Federal Court of Australia recently rejected the ABC’s attempted use of the public interest defence in defamation proceedings brought by former special forces soldier Heston Russell. Here, we unpack the technicalities of the new defence and how it played out for the national broadcaster. Host Naomi Neilson is joined by Elit Lawyers by McGirr & Snell founder Robert McGirr to discuss what the new public interest defence to defamation is, what transpired in the recent Russell v ABC case, reflect on various submissions made by the parties during those proceedings, lessons learnt from this test case, an...2023-11-1330 minAxons Unleashed#66 - Reflections on SOCOMD with Heston RussellStrap yourselves in ladies & gents because this episode of Axons Unleashed is one of the best so far (which is a BIG call…) Hot off the heels of an incredibly successful inaugural Veteran Games, Heston Russell joins the boys in our studio. A mini-reunion of sorts, as “Hesto” talks about his time at ADFA with Luke, running into Captain “Guns ‘n’ Buns” Turner at RMC-D, how Hesto finally entered the SOCOMD world, before hearing why he decided to discharge from the ADF.
It's a cracking chat between three mates, who love being veterans, that finds itself discussing Hesto in politi...2023-10-051h 03
Heston Russell - Voice Of A Veteran PodcastUnlocking Sustainable Performance and Mental Wellness through Nootropics with Mark Curry from SAVVYIn this episode Heston sits down with Mark Curry, the founder of SAVVY, for a deep dive into the world of sustainable performance and mental wellness. Mark's journey from a commercial lawyer to a passionate advocate for nootropics and adaptogens forms the backdrop for a conversation that touches on crucial aspects of mental and physical health.
Mark introduces us to the realm of nootropics and adaptogens, substances that naturally enhance mental performance and resilience to stress. His personal transformation in a high-stress legal environment led him to explore these ingredients, eventually becoming the "nootropic guy" a...2023-09-262h 06Heston Russell - Voice Of A Veteran PodcastFrom Breakdown to Breakthrough: Exploring Mental Health and SpiritualityJoin us for a deep and introspective journey in this special episode of The Heston Russell Voice of a Veteran Podcast. In "From Breakdown to Breakthrough”.
- Heston Russell, Scotty Evennett, Sam Asser, and Will Burnett explore the intricate connections between mental health and spirituality while Heston opens up about his personal mental health crash.
In this episode, you'll delve into:
The profound impact of trauma on the body and mind.
Navigating life's rock bottoms through authenticity and self-reflection.
Transformational experiences with therapies like MDMA and psilocybin.
Elevated emotional states leading to rea...2023-08-301h 28
Life on the Line#144 Phillip ThompsonAngus Hordern interviews Afghanistan veteran and Federal MP Phillip Thompson.
Life on the Line tracks down Australian military veterans and records their stories. Phillip Thompson is the Federal Member for Herbert and an Australian Army veteran. He deployed to Timor and Afghanistan, and was blown up by an improvised explosive device. He represented Australia at the Invictus Games in 2014 and now represents Townsville in Canberra. This is his conversation with Angus Hordern.
This episode was edited by Sophie Hu.
Episodes referenced at the end of the podcast include:
#102 Heston Russell
#109 Keith Wolahan
2023-08-281h 06Heston Russell - Voice Of A Veteran PodcastOrigins of the Veteran Games with Normie RoweHere's what happens when Normie Rowe - King of Pop & Vietnam Veteran & Heston Russell - Veteran Games Founder & Special Forces Veteran get together... Veteran Games was born. Have a listen to this 'cheeky' chat about the Origins of the Veteran Games - where the idea originated from and why it's important no matter when, where or why you served.
Follow us on Instagram: @VeteranGames_
And Facebook: @Veteran.Games.Vsf
Or watch this interview on youtube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFsNAfX9mFw&t=1s
Ready to...2023-05-2223 min
One Moment Please#101 Strategic Risk - Heston RussellTW: Discussion of suicide ideology and mental healthRetired Special Forces Major and decorated combat Veteran Heston Russell has dedicated his life to serving his country and the wider Veteran community. Heston joined the Australian Army at the age of 17 as a fifth generation Army Veteran following in the footsteps of his father Mark who served for over twenty years in the Australian Army. While at the Australian Defence Force Academy, Heston completed a Bachelor of Arts from the University of New South Wales majoring in History & Indonesian. Graduating in 2006 from the...2023-05-131h 25Heston Russell - Voice Of A Veteran PodcastMentors Making MovesApril 22nd 2023 was the official launch of Heston's latest proactive health initiative for Veterans, Veteran Games - check it out: https://veterangames.com/
During the launch Heston speaks with fellow Veteran Nathan Tolman from the Veteran Mentors who were the first team to register for the games and have already commenced training. In this episode they speak to why the Veteran Games is a fantastic initiatives for Veterans to get around, how it has helped with community, connection and motivation.
Have a listen to this short episode and if you are re...2023-05-0810 minHeston Russell - Voice Of A Veteran PodcastSpecial Forces, Suicide & SexualityHeston was interviewed on the Roll of the Punches Podcast with Tiffanee Cook. In this episode they discuss the challenges with identity and purpose post the military, sexuality, suicide, Special Forces and more.
Enjoy this episode.
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2023-04-2753 minHeston Russell - Voice Of A Veteran PodcastLife After WarA throwback episode from The YOU project podcast with Craig Harper.
I was interviewed on Craig's podcast and wanted to share the episode with you here. We chatted about mindset, motivation, morality and ethics in war, performing under the ultimate pressure, workout routines and more.
I really enjoyed this chat and Craig & Tiff's sense of humour and lightness they bring to important conversations.
Enjoy the episode.
2023-04-1349 minHeston Russell - Voice Of A Veteran PodcastLet’s Talk Veteran GamesHeston welcomes back his podcast for 2023 with a low key conversation with Sam - from the VSF team, about the launch of the Veteran Games.
They discuss:
- The purpose of VSF and how the Veteran Games came about.
- The intention and meaning behind the Veteran Games
- Why proactive health initiatives are important to us
- Why the Veteran Games will have a positive impact on Community, Connection, Purpose, Identity and changing the Veteran 'broken' Narrative
Enjoy the episode and get inv...2023-04-0539 min
Straight Talk - Mind and Muscle PodcastHeston Russell Former Major, 2nd Commando Regiment
“Be Good at Your Job, and Be A Good Person”It’s my pleasure to introduce you all to Heston Russell, a man on a mission now to use his expert problem solving skills in the service of others , and bring about balance , perspective and responsibility into Australian society and culture, now and into the future.
To action this, Heston has entered politics, supporting and improving Australian culture and bring back that National Spirit.
In the middle of this endeavour, the ABC ( Australian government media) picked a fight with him and has been of late, incredibly underhanded.
Amidst false allegations to himself and the soldiers he led in battle, t...2022-12-121h 00
Veterans In Politics PodcastHeston Russell- Australian Special Forces veteran on purpose, his sexuality and righting wrongsSend us a textVeterans In Politics- Season 6, Episode 4- Heston Russell- Australian Special Forces veteran on purpose, his sexuality and righting wrongs.In our second episode with an Australian veteran (Heston makes a dig about this fact!) we sit down with one of our most fascinating guests yet! We talk veterans, purpose, sexuality and masculinity and much, much more in this must listen! And here's a little about Heston: Following his graduation from the Royal Military College of Duntroon, Heston was posted as a platoon leader with the 2nd Ba...2022-11-1652 min
Roll With The PunchesSpecial Forces, Sexuality & Suicide | Heston Russell - 424Heston Russell spent 16 years in the military and over 100 combat missions within the special forces. He’s seen and experienced a LOT of things but nothing had prepared him for returning to civilian life. Nothing prepared him for a sudden perceived loss of purpose and identity and nothing prepared him for experiencing suicidal ideation. Heston is a deep thinker, a great communicator and offers up some incredibly insightful perspectives around special forces, sexuality, suicide. HESTON RUSSELL Website: www.hestonrussell.com TIFFANEE COOK PH360 Coaches Course: https://bit.ly/Tiff360 Linkt...2022-09-2254 min
Make Sh*t Happen: Turn your passion into profits todayCommando Leadership with Heston RussellHave you ever wished you had army training so that you could make sh*t happen in your daily life? Heston Russell is an ex-Australian commando officer who shares his secrets on motivating yourself through life’s ups and downs with a commando ‘can do’ attitude. Heston chats candidly with host Sam McLeod about everything from going through a mental health crisis while in the military, to running for office in Australian politics and coming up against an unobliging media. This poignant episode is chock-a-block full of pearls of personal wisdom that can help YOU develop proactive resilie...2022-09-0743 min
Definitely Not ExpertsDNE Ep 72: RIP Bill RussellWell damn. Bill Russell died. RIP to an absolute legend. Join us this week in discussing that, a couple of banger fights, and our lead up to the NFL season!2022-08-021h 14Heston Russell - Voice Of A Veteran PodcastFlagging Issues - Where do you Stand?Speaking with Andy Cullen & Chris Burson about Adam Bandt & Lydia Thorpe's actions and attitudes towards our Australian National Flag. 🇦🇺
Sign the Petition: https://vsf.org.au/adambandt
2022-07-0113 minHeston Russell - Voice Of A Veteran PodcastVeterans Left Asking WTF?!Heston Russell, Andy Cullen and Chris Burson discussing the decision for the CDF to stay another 2 years. They dive deep into this subject to bring you the real reflections going on right now.
Join the conversation on Instagram: @hestonrussell
2022-06-2916 minHeston Russell - Voice Of A Veteran PodcastPutting Leadership back into Politics - Global Freedom Rally with Heston RussellThis episode is a live interview that Heston did on the Global Freedom Rally in February 2022. Discussing the motivations of AVP and putting the relevance of Heston’s Special Forces career into politics, more- so putting leadership into politics.
They Discuss:
The personal lived experience that has led Heston to this point.
The Leadership Crisis that cannot keep going
The V in AVP
Why our politicians should be our elite leaders, but why they are not.
The results of the lockdowns, pandemic and leadership failings
Revising the delineation of power between our state & federal governments
Raising ou...2022-06-2937 min
Building Better Humans ProjectAustralian Values with Heston RussellToday I sat with my mate Heston Russell who is a former Special Forces Commander who toured Afghanistan and Iraq and is now heading his own political party - The Australian Values party. In this chat I learned a lot about our political system, why it's important we vote for the smaller parties and the biggest thing for me personally was all about understanding our values as people, as teams, as organisations and even as a nation. Australian ValuesAustralian ValuesAustralian ValuesAustralian ValuesAustralian Values LIN...2022-05-1654 min
It is Discernable®Heston Russell: What Real Leadership Is Made OfHeston Russell is a retired Commando from the Australian Defence Force active in mental health and veteran charities. After many political parties approached Heston to run on their brand, he decided to form the Australian Values Party and build a long term cultural change to the way Australia understands political leadership.
As a leadership expert, author, speaker and practitioner in the ADF, Heston believes Australians politicians are not displaying the qualities of leadership but it doesn’t have to be this way.
In this discussion we covered the political la...2022-05-071h 21
The Good SaucePELLOWE TALK | Direct Questions For Heston Russell (Australian Values Party)Heston Russell, Australian Values Party founder and senate candidate, has agreed to a LIVE interview tonight, after I shared a video of his answer to a question about Israel Folau's freedom of speech which left me doubtful he considered religious liberty an Australian value.
I also included the fact of blurred photos republished by the ABC which he had taken of himself naked, sold and distributed privately online. Running with the party name "values" attracts values voters, which Christians and conservatives often consider themselves. Was this a dark moment in a past now regretted, or something voters will be inadvertantly...2022-05-021h 06
I Am Me PodcastEp #141 - Heston RussellHeston Russell is a former army veteran & current
political candidate for Qld listen in as he tells a very interesting story into his life.2022-04-1937 min
The ALLIED ShowHeston Russell: Leadership and ValuesIn this episode, Chris chats with Heston Russell, a former Special Forces Major, who is putting his lived experience to good use, helping Aussies as we navigate life post pandemic. After suffering through his own mental health issues culminating with his suicidal ideation in August 2020, Heston is on a mission to break down the stigmas surrounding mental health and vulnerability.In order to best serve and support as many people as he can, Heston set about forming the Australian Values Party. The AVP is a new age, completely independent political party, assembling a team of...2022-04-1329 min
Alive 90.5 FMInterview with Heston Russell – Part TwoIt is with great pleasure that we introduce Heston Russell in studio with us on Alive 90.5 FM Heston is the Party Leader of the Australian Values Party. A political party that has Leadership at the top of its values. His mission is to lead cultural change by inspiring people, deriving purpose, and building resilience.Heston […]
The post Interview with Heston Russell – Part Two first appeared on Alive 90.5 FM.2022-03-0200 minAlive 90.5 FMInterview with Heston Russell – Part OneIt is with great pleasure that we introduce Heston Russell in studio with us on Alive 90.5 FM Heston is the Party Leader of the Australian Values Party. A political party that has Leadership at the top of its values.His mission is to lead cultural change by inspiring people, deriving purpose, and building resilience. Heston […]
The post Interview with Heston Russell – Part One first appeared on Alive 90.5 FM.2022-03-0200 minLife: The BattlefieldInterview with Heston Russell – Part OneIt is with great pleasure that we introduce Heston Russell in studio with us on Alive 90.5 FM
Heston is the Party Leader of the Australian Values Party.
A political party that has Leadership at the top of its values.His mission is to lead cultural change by inspiring people, deriving purpose, and building resilience.
Heston has lead his life on the premise of two fundamental lessons that his father taught him when he was younger: “Be good at your job, and be a good person”
.It was through those wise words and...2022-03-0200 minLife: The BattlefieldInterview with Heston Russell – Part TwoIt is with great pleasure that we introduce Heston Russell in studio with us on Alive 90.5 FM
Heston is the Party Leader of the Australian Values Party.
A political party that has Leadership at the top of its values.
His mission is to lead cultural change by inspiring people, deriving purpose, and building resilience.Heston has lead his life on the premise of two fundamental lessons that his father taught him when he was younger:
“Be good at your job, and be a good person”.
It was through those wise...2022-03-0200 min
6 Ranch PodcastBest of the 6 Ranch PodcastSend us a textIt's the 100th episode of the 6 Ranch Podcast, and to celebrate, I wanted to bring you some of my favorite moments and interviews from the past couple of years. Thank you to everyone who has listened, subscribed, and shared the show with a friend. It's been incredible watching this thing grow and I can't wait to see where the 6 Ranch Podcast takes me next. Interviews:1. Kevin Rogers - Veterinarian and Raccoon Trapper 2. Brad Leone - Professional Chef, HunterInstagramWatch Brad's...2022-02-281h 32
To Be Human#048 Heston Russell | Saying No To Leadership Perpetuating Toxic CultureHello beautiful people On today’s podcast we have the authentic leader, Heston Russell. Heston is a retired special forces veteran, founder of the charity Veteran Support Force and Leader of the Australian Values Party. What I personally love about this conversation is Heston’s absolute power that he exudes through his mission in breaking the stigma surrounding mental health and vulnerability, and his passion in fighting for true and authentic values of leadership. Heston is a man that what you see, is indeed what you get. This conversation is one of the realist and most...2022-01-3155 min
The Voices of War42. Special Release: Mark Willacy - On ‘Killing Field‘ and ‘Rogue Forces‘Today, I spoke with Mark Willacy, the journalist behind the ABC report ‘Killing Field’ as well as the recently published book ‘Rogue Forces: an explosive insiders’ account of Australian SAS war crimes in Afghanistan’. Even though I stated that I will recommence publishing new episodes on the 21st of February 2022, I am releasing this one as a Special Release as I feel that the contemporary relevance of this conversation warrants it. As you will hear, some of the topics Mark and I covered include the intent behind his journalism, his initial exposure to war and conflict in the Middle East, how...2021-12-221h 26Heston Russell - Voice Of A Veteran PodcastHeston’s report on his ‘Headline Worthy’ LifeHeston & Sam decided to sit down, debunk & discuss the latest ABC & Media smear campaign about his personal life. The ABC has provided an indirect platform to display who Heston is here and now - by being open and honest about decisions in his past. With the belief that the standards you walk past are the standards you set - Heston has ruffled feathers as he has committed to hold people accountable to do the right thing and things got personal.
In this episode we discuss;
The OnlyFans Account, Trolls and D*ck Pics
The Shame Spiral
...2021-12-081h 49
Set The StandardDig Deeper To Find Your Authentic Values #105 Heston RussellDo you truly know yourself?When have you been put under so much pressure that you have had to dig deep into the inner layers of yourself and rely on your values to get you through?Physical and mental challenges test your character.If you are not solid, physically, mentally and emotionally it's going to make it harder for you to dig deep and accomplish your goals.Find your authentic values to be a better version of yourself and don’t look back.Heston Russell has completed some of th...2021-11-2545 min6 Ranch PodcastUS Marines and Aussie Commandos in AfghanistanSend us a textHeston Russell and I served together on a difficult mission in Afghanistan. I was a tank platoon commander and he was the commander of an Aussie commando platoon. We didn't know that fact until I asked him to be a guest on this podcast. Heston retired as a Major after 16 years in the military and over 100 combat missions serving within Aussie Special Forces. He's a fierce advocate for veterans, and finding better pathways from service to everyday life. Heston founded Voice of a Veteran (now Veteran Support Force) after his own experiences leaving t...2021-11-151h 11