Declassified

Harry Wales is a former Army officer serving in 2 operation tours of Afghanistan. One on the ground in the Household Cavalry and the second as an Apache pilot with the Army Air Corps.  Since leaving the Army he has been a catalyst in the success of many military programmes developing the veteran community including the Endeavour Fund, Walking With The Wounded and of course, the Invictus Games.   H...

99 years old, 100 laps of his garden with the aim of raising £1000 for NHS charities. This proud military veteran surpassed all expectations and is now quite literally raising millions of pounds.   We briefly talk about his service during WW2, why he decided to raise money and his thoughts on the importance of our health service. DC19 Episode 10, we are proud to bring you - Captain Tom Moore  Twit...

Service, trauma, rehabilitation, employment, family and longterm recovery.    Hear about the amazing work this charity does and why it was originally setup.   WWTW has developed as its grown and its grown into a very niche charity working with some very vulnerable clients.  Walking With The Wounded Special - Ed Parker - This is Declassified  www.walkingwiththewounded.org.uk

Queens Golden Jubilee, VJ day celebrations and the birth of the Invictus games.  This episodes speaks to the man who has brought us some of the biggest live events this country has ever seen. We speak about why he does what he does and the positive impact todays wounded, injured and sick community is having on society right now.  An Invictus Games Foundation Special - Dominic Reid OBE - This is De...

This episode delves into Moral injury.  What happens when our ethical code has been questioned and why that can negatively impact a persons metal health.  We also talk about psychological assessments within the criminal justice system. Moral Injury Special - Prof Neil Greenberg, This is Declassified   This podcast includes content funded by the British Podcast Awards Fund and the Wellcome Trust.

In this episode we speak about the Office of Veteran Affairs. We also talk about the charity sector and how the Veteran community will continue to have a meaningful impact on society, right now and in the future.

Awarded the Conspicuous Gallantry Cross in Fallujah and the Military Cross in Afghanistan.    Our next guest is one of the most inspiring yet humble individuals to grace the Military community in a generation.   His career is nothing short of outstanding yet his heart ache and loss is significant.   We hear about his heroic actions in foreign fields, the team around him and why his tattoos mean so...

Special Military Units, Gurkha, pilot, musician, sport and being a dad.    In this episode we speak about living with an alcoholic father, thriving in boarding school, joining the military and the impact this has all had on his life.   We also speak about why being a parent is his proudest achievement and why each second with his daughter is incredibly precious. Episode 43, Ash Alexander-Cooper OB...

As a child he lived in East London amongst the carnage of the Blitz.     He then became a refugee and moved to Wales where as a young boy he became a coal miner.   Following a traumatic experience he moved back to the East end and witnessed some unbelievable sights.   However, it took him 70 years to speak about what happened in Wales.  Episode 42 - Stanley Moore - This is Declassified 

JUST A WIFE.   A phrase that couldn't be further from the truth.   In this episode we speak about the different sides of the Military. From servicing as a regular to becoming a reservist and life being married to a Soldier.   We also speak about spousal employment and also how the Arts are playing such an important role in changing the conversation and promoting growth & development  @wendyfau...

Influence, assets, failure, UN global goals and why all 4 will help your business making a bigger impact.  In this episode we speak to Daniel Priestley who is a successful entrepreneur, 4-time best selling author, international speaker and advocate for using business as a force for good.  You can find Daniel on social media @danielpriestley

Chaos of childhood, stability of the Military, losing friends and family, joining the Special forces and business.     This episodes delves into the link between childhood trauma and PTSD as an adult. We talk about being exposed to violence as a child, losing his dad and sister to suicide, how he nearly ended his own life and why he positively impacts the world with his company now.   A fascinatin...

We have re-released Mandy's episode in way of tribute to this absolute warrior.   She was, still is and will continue to be an inspiration to many others with this open, honest and compassionate conversation.   We talk about her early life, joining the British Army aged 16, her operational tours, battling cancer and what will now be her legacy.  Major Mandy Islam MBE, from all of the Military Comm...

Listen to this 15 minute clip that awarded us Bronze in 2020 British Podcast Awards for 'Best Wellbeing Podcast'.  Episode 28 - Mandy Islam MBE MOD Special - Glenn Haughton OBE Episode 40 - Des Fraser 

Traumatic brain injury, Afghanistan, Emotion, Recovery, Family and Art.  Described as in impressive and inspirational leader of men. An infantry officer who tells his story with passion and acceptance  We also talk about how painting helped restore purpose and meaning back into his life.   Please note this conversation could be distressing for some listeners.  For information about Stewarts amazin...

This is the one we talk about Veteran owned small business .   We speak to Blown Away, Combat Pest Control, Contact Coffee and Hidden Valley Bushcraft.   What does it take to start a company, why purpose is so important and we delve into what is working with regards Facebook advertising.  This is part of the Declassified Network and this is the Forces Friendly Podcast

Music, Take That, Spice Girls, Afghanistan and growing up in Yorkshire.  This episodes takes us on the journey of one of the worlds most successful music producers.   We talk childhood, alcohol, domestic violence, purpose, partnerships, his experience in conflict and the power of music.  Episode 38 - Eliot Kennedy - This is Declassified 

Victoria Sponge, Vanilla Slice, Bakewell Tart and a Madeira. This is the incredible and humbling story of the countries best kept secret.   From her childhood in Birmingham, feeding the elderly, becoming a nurse then getting the opportunity to love and care for our most brutally wounded service men and women. But not in the way you'd imagine.  This story starts with a cake and ends with a full gen...

Royal foundation, Endeavour fund, Heads together and SHOUT.   This episode is all about SHOUT -  24/7 crisis text line that is free, anonymous, clinically supervised and has just launched its Military campaign.   In Crisis - Text Contact to 85258   Want to volunteer or need to know more - https://www.giveusashout.org

Ballet, The Bet, Standup Comedy, The Royal Marines, Afghanistan, Losing his leg and his career in acting.  This is the second account of the same IED strike we have had on this podcast. A fascinating look at how our guests life has developed because of the trauma he has endured.   We talk about cake, friendships, recovery and Hollywood. Episode 36 - Cassidy Little - This is Declassified 

Our sister podcast 'Breaking the Cycle' is now live. We talk about child carers, substance abuse, youth homelessness, neglect, development, rough sleeping, domestic violence, Grenfell and much more.... Two years in the making and expect the same quality content as heard on Declassified. Type 'Breaking the Cycle' or 'Michael Coates' into any major podcast platform. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/pod...

Volcanoes, Sniper, Adventure, Royal Marines, Nuclear Bunkers and Climate Change  Our next guest has spent the last 20 years becoming one of televisions go to individuals for safety and access. From his time in the Corps to developing his skills off-shore.   We talk about Iraq, positive habits, human suffering, goal setting and his current work.  Episode 35 - Aldo Kane - This is Declassified 

Afghanistan ripped him apart physically, purpose and meaning in his life pieced him back together.  This is the remarkable story of a man who typifies what it means to be more than his injury.     We speak about being a Royal Marine Commando, his patrol that sustained huge trauma and the success he has seen in recent years.  Episode 34 - JJ Chalmers - This is Declassified 

Employ Veterans, Educate Children in Conflict, Protect Clients, Support Injured Service Personnel.  Guest host JJ Chalmers talks to the co-founder of Combat Pest Control and host of the Declassified Podcast about why he is so passionate about their 4 point vision.   We talk growth, trauma, education, values, friendships, development, and the positive impact veteran owned business can have on socie...

Great to have the legend that is Dave Henson back in the studio to overview a huge range of topics.  Episodes which we summarised including trauma, business, education, Afghanistan, Paralympics, Casevac club, plastic surgery, military and psychiatric history, WW2, Cancer, determination, the greatest war story to come out of the last 20 years, refugees and 2 amazing specials cover the MOD and polit...