2 Worlds Collide Podcast

This week on the 2 Worlds Collide Weekly Debrief: We’re cutting through the noise with the stories the mainstream won’t touch. From Australia exporting coal while punishing locals, to confusion in women’s sport, climate contradictions, rising crime, and the growing disconnect between policy and reality — it’s all here. 🔹 No spin 🔹 No fluff 🔹 Just straight talk on what’s really happening Whether...

In this powerful episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Simon Jones — a former Australian soldier who served in some of the most intense operations of our modern military history. From East Timor and the Solomon Islands to the frontlines of Afghanistan, Simon shares what life was really like on deployment. In 2010, while attached to 2nd Commando Regiment, he was deployed to Uruzg...

This week, I sit down with Simon Jones, a veteran of 2RAR & 8/9RAR who deployed to Afghanistan in 2010—during one of the most intense and unforgiving periods of the war. 🪖 On 21 June 2010, a Black Hawk helicopter went down in Kandahar province. Three Australian soldiers were killed. Others were severely injured. Simon wasn’t on the bird—but he was back at base. And like most soldiers, he stil...

This week on the 2 Worlds Collide Weekly Debrief, we’re diving into the stories that actually matter — without the sugar-coating. From Australia’s coal hypocrisy and the chaos in women’s sport, to Greta Thunberg’s climate theatre, Chris Bowen’s energy disaster, the politicisation of ANZAC Day, and rainbow crossings that solve absolutely nothing — it’s time to bring back some common sense. 🔹 No fl...

In this powerful episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Nathan Tolman—a former Australian Infantry Warrant Officer with over two decades of service across some of the world’s most volatile regions. From Timor, Iraq, Afghanistan, and the Solomon Islands, Nathan shares what it means to lead men in combat, the brutal reality of war, and the lifelong weight it leaves behind. We go de...

This week, I sit down with Nathan ‘Tolly’ Tolman, a veteran of 6RAR with over two decades of service and multiple combat deployments—including one of the most significant engagements Australian soldiers have faced in modern history: The Battle of Derapet. 🎖️ On 24 August 2010, in the Tangi Valley of Uruzgan Province, Afghanistan, Australian and Afghan troops engaged in a 3-hour firefight with a he...

This week, I sat down behind the mic on my own to speak about something that’s been weighing heavy. What did I actually fight for? Because looking around… it doesn’t feel like the country I served. 💬 In this solo episode, I open up about: 👉 Why kids are being confused instead of protected 👉 How we’re failing young men by calling them toxic 👉 Why fairness in sport is being pushed aside 👉 How e...

In this no-holds-barred episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Amos Gill—globally touring Aussie stand-up comedian, former TV presenter, and one of the most outspoken voices in modern comedy. From reflections on military life, the war in Afghanistan, and the Ukraine conflict, to cancel culture, woke ideology, and the evolving state of freedom of speech, Amos brings his sharp wit...

In This Episode of 2 Worlds Collide: Amos Gill – Broken Systems and Brutal Truths This week, I sit down with Amos Gill—Aussie comedian and international stand-up based in LA—for a no-nonsense conversation about some of the biggest issues we’re facing globally. We talk about the crisis within the U.S. healthcare system, the devastating rise of fentanyl-related deaths, and how Australia’s sports bet...

In This Episode of 2 Worlds Collide: Amos Gill – Comedy, Conflict, and the Human Condition This week, I sit down with Amos Gill—Aussie stand-up legend, radio host, and now international comic based in LA—for a chat that goes deeper than punchlines. We talk about everything from the absurdities of modern life to the ancient truths buried in war—including a powerful conversation about fighting in Af...

In this episode of 2 Worlds Collide, I sit down with Jarryd Goundrey—former soldier, chef, and now full-time stand-up comedian who’s carved his own path from the Army barracks to sold-out comedy clubs. Jarryd’s story is one of raw resilience, brutal honesty, and a relentless pursuit of purpose. From working in high-pressure kitchens to performing in front of two people on a Monday night, he’s push...

In This Episode of 2 Worlds Collide: Jarryd Goundrey – From the Army to Stand-Up Comedy This week, I sit down with Jarryd Goundrey—ex-military turned stand-up comedian—to talk about the absolute grind of comedy, the wildest gigs he’s done, and the things you probably didn’t know about Adelaide (but now you do). In this hilarious and slightly unhinged chat, we cover: 👉 How Adelaide has the highest...

In this episode of 2 Worlds Collide, I sit down with Merrick Watts—comedian, TV legend, and self-proclaimed endurance sadist who finds joy in pushing himself to the limit and watching others crumble along the way. Merrick isn’t just about cracking jokes—he thrives on mental and physical resilience, whether it’s surviving SAS Australia, tackling endurance events, or roasting hecklers who dare to ch...

In this episode of 2 Worlds Collide, I sit down with Mez to talk about one of history’s most underrated power-ups—Posca. 🏺🥤 This wasn’t just any drink. The Roman Empire didn’t roll into battle fueled by lattes and protein shakes. No, their secret weapon? A simple yet potent fermented vinegar drink that kept their legions marching, conquering, and dominating the known world. In this fascinating d...

In this episode of 2 Worlds Collide, I sit down with Merrick Watts, comedian, radio legend, and all-around top bloke, to talk about the art of handling tough crowds and why comedians have to scan the room like a tactical operator before stepping on stage. In this hilarious and insightful chat, we cover: 👉 The wildest hecklers Merrick has faced (and how he shut them down). 👉 Why comedians have to...

In this episode of 2 Worlds Collide, I sit down with Korrin Moon—founder of Lantern Rescue, an organisation on the frontlines of the fight against modern-day slavery. Right now, an estimated 27 to 44 million people are trapped in slavery worldwide. Forced labor, trafficking, and exploitation aren’t just historical issues—they’re happening right now. And while most people look the other way, Korrin...

In this clip of 2 Worlds Collide, I sit down with Korrin Moon, the founder of Lantern Rescue, to talk about the growing global crisis of exploitation and modern slavery. In this powerful 15-minute snippet, Korrin shares her firsthand experience of rescue operations, the challenges of working in high-risk environments, and the mission to bring freedom and hope to those affected. 💡 In this eye-open...

🎙️ In this clip of 2 Worlds Collide, I sit down with Korrin Moon, the founder of Lantern Rescue, to talk about liberating children who have been forced into conflicts in Africa. In this powerful 15-minute snippet, Korrin shares her firsthand experience of rescue operations, the challenges of working in high-risk environments, and the mission to bring hope and freedom to those who need it most. 💡...

In this episode of 2 Worlds Collide, I sit down with Jeremiah Wilber—a former U.S. Army Green Beret and Military Police Officer, who has spent his life on the frontlines of war and beyond. From his first combat deployment to Iraq in 2005/06, to fighting the Taliban in Afghanistan as a Green Beret, and returning to Iraq to battle ISIS, Jeremiah has seen war in its rawest form. He’s experienced the...

In this clip of 2 Worlds Collide, I sit down with Jeremiah Wilber, a former U.S. Army Green Beret and Military Police Officer, to talk about one of the hardest transitions a warrior can face—life after the military. Jeremiah breaks down the raw reality of what it’s like to go from being trained as an attack dog—ready for war, wired for combat—to suddenly being told, "You don’t need to fight anymor...

🎙️ In this clip of 2 Worlds Collide, I sit down with Jeremiah Wilber, a former U.S. Army Green Beret and Military Police Officer. In this short but powerful 15-minute snippet, Jeremiah takes us back to the early days of his military career—starting as an MP (Military Police) before stepping into the world of Special Operations. He shares his first combat deployment to Iraq in 2005/06, the lessons...

In this episode of 2 Worlds Collide, I sit down with Kyle Wilson, a former Australian Army infantry soldier (2RAR) who deployed to East Timor and Afghanistan. Kyle’s military career took him from a young, eager soldier to the harsh realities of war, engaging in intense firefights in Afghanistan and experiencing the deep psychological impact of combat. One night, just hours after taking a life in b...

🎙️ In this clip of 2 Worlds Collide, I sit down with Kyle Wilson, an Australian Army veteran who deployed to Afghanistan with 2RAR. This conversation takes a dark and intense turn as Kyle shares the terrifying night after taking a life in combat—when his mind couldn’t leave the battlefield. In his sleep, he unknowingly re-entered the firefight, searching for the enemy inside his own team’s room. H...

🎙️ In this clip of 2 Worlds Collide, I sit down with Kyle Wilson, an Australian Army veteran who deployed to Afghanistan with 2RAR. In this conversation, Kyle takes us through one of the most intense firefights of his deployment, his experience with rehab after service, and what it means to be a role model father after life in the military. 💡 In this exclusive interview, we discuss: 👉 The realit...

🎙️ In this episode of 2 Worlds Collide, I sit down with Cope Wilson, a Canadian Special Forces Operator (CANSOF) with a 20-year military career, including 16 years in special operations. Cope’s journey started in high school on 9/11—watching the Twin Towers fall, he walked out of class and enlisted in the Canadian military. Two decades later, he had deployed multiple times to Iraq, Afghanistan, an...