Invisible Injuries - Podcast

Trigger Tamer Toolkit - Mindfulness Meditations 1 of 5 Strength & Anxiety - "A Breathing Anchor"  "A Breathing Anchor" guides the listener through a mindfulness practice using the breath as an anchor for awareness.  The practice aims to reduce anxiety, stress, and promote peace and relaxation by focusing on the sensations of breathing while acknowledging and observing thoug...

Trigger Tamer Toolkit - Meditation 02 Strength & Anxiety - Dropping the suitcases of worries and regrets "Dropping the suitcases of worries and regrets" guides the listener through a meditation practice to reduce anxiety by visualizing letting go of worries about the future and regrets about the past.  It emphasizes living in the present moment, learning from the past, and accepting...

In the concluding episode of our "Flip the script" theme, Andy Fermo engages in a candid conversation with veteran Mat Austin, ex Electronic Warfare (SF) operator. Mat shares his journey of "Flipping the script", assuming the role of a stay-at-home parent and homemaker, which deviates from the traditional breadwinner role. Mat reflects on the day-to-day challenges of parenting,...

In this episode we chat with our third and final guest for our theme "Flip the script."   Mat Austin (ex SF Electronic Warfare operator) opens up about his military experiences, including deployments to Afghanistan and Timor. He shares candid insights into the intensity of military operations, the bonds formed between soldiers, and the challenges of transitioning from military to civilia...

In this episode of the Invisible Injuries podcast, Al Somers (ex Royal Navy) shares his journey of transitioning from a military career, "flipping the script" to becoming a stay-at-home parent.  Al discusses the challenges he faced, including dealing with peers who didn't understand his decision and overcoming feelings of judgment and shame. He also highlights the positives of being...

In this episode of the Invisible Injuries podcast we delve into Al Somers (ex-Royal Navy) journey of transitioning from military life in Scotland to becoming a stay-at-home parent in Adelaide, Australia. We explore the challenges of finding employment, the decision-making process behind becoming a stay-at-home parent, and the evolving role of gender expectations in parenting. Join us as we discuss...

In the concluding episode of the Invisible Injuries podcast, host Andy Fermo continues his conversation with Kurt Ludke, ex-Special forces commando, adaptive sports athlete and mental health ambassador. Kurt shares his journey of finding therapy through a recent knifemaking programafter his time as an ex-special forces commando, highlighting how it helped him cope with challenges and connect with...

In the opening episode of Invisible Injuries podcast - Season 5 the focus is on themes, kicking off with “Flipping the script” where our male guests (for whatever reason) have “flipped thier script and found themselves taking more of a support role, the challenges, the invaluable benefits and overcoming stigmas. In episode one, host Andy Fermo speaks with Kurt Ludke, an ex-Special Forces Commando,...

In the final episode of season 4 Andy concludes his chat with Brodie Moore, ex 6RAR veteran, Registered Nurse and spokesperson for Veteran Benefits Australia. Brodie share's his lived experience transitioning from military to civilian life,  he speaks to coming back to his Jiu-Jitsu training and the opportunities through the sport which which allowed him a smoother transition into being a civ...

In the season finale episodes Andy speaks with Brodie Moore, ex 6RAR soldier, now spokesperson for Veteran Benefits Australia. Brodie shares his enlistment and recruit training experiences, subsequent posting to 6RAR and how he used his martial arts skills having trained in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to inadvertently create an opportunity building rapport, trust and confidence to be a handful of young di...

In the concluding episode to Andy's chat with Craig Watson from Walking4Warriors (Gladstone QLD) the focus shifts to the core values and ethos of the organisation and their plan to expand thier offerings and fundraising to be inclusive of the first responder community in the CQ area. Of all the attributes, "Resilience" is what comes to the forefront of Craigs mind and how a regular...

It's been a long time coming and "good things come to those who wait".  In this episode we chat with Craig Watson, co-founder of Walking for Warriors based in Gladstone, Central Queensland. We chat and advocate for collaboration amongst ex-service organisations (ESO's) and service providers.....Walking 4 Warriors and their collaborations with ESO's and community in the Cen...

In the concluding episode to host Andy's chat with Trudy Dwyer, ex WAPOL officer (General Duties), the pair shift the focus to the point in time where Trudy was experiencing the debilitating effects of her PTSD, anxiety and dysfunctional nervous system. Being stood down from duty medically wasn't easy for Trudy to come to terms with and she withdrew further, self medicating, stress eatin...

In this episode host Andy chats with Trudy Dwyer, a former WAPOL officer (General Duties). The pair chat about her motivation to join WAPOL as a mature age recruit and (at the time) single mum with two teenage kids. From her lens Trudy shares her experience at the recruit training college and the generational gap between her and the majority of the cohort. What was initially a dream posting  to a...

In the concluding episode to Andy's chat with Tanya Cory, Yoga Teacher and Wellness Coach she shares insights for beginners looking to commence a yoga practice,  the importance of building a solid foundation thats in-tune with the persons mobility and range of motion for that day and finding a teacher & style that you connect. Rounding off the episode Tanya also speaks to the holistic ben...

Strap in for the concluding episode of host Andy's chat with Lex D Reilly, Army veteran (6RAR), survival expert, wellness coach and founder of "Compelled" as an international wilderness guide.⁠ Lex allows himself to be vulnerable by opening up and sharing a snapshot of his work, personal struggles what daily life was like at end of his military career, transitioning back to civilian...

In this episode Andy speaks with with Lex D Reilly, Army veteran (6RAR), survival expert, wellness coach and founder of "Compelled" as an international wilderness guide.⁠ ⁠ Lex share's his military career and experiences whilst deployed in Afghanistan with 6RAR and openly shares his struggles reconnecting to family, friends and loved ones upon return to Australia.⁠ ⁠ We take a dive...

In the concluding episode of his chat with Shane Saunders, Navy veteran, co-founder of Breathe Me & Online Breathing Academy, author, mentor, hi-performance/wellness coach and entrepreneur. The pair discuss how Breathwork (pranayama) found Shane through his curiosity,  passion for knowledge and by experiencing the benefits of a regular self practice there was potential that they could help tho...

In the latest episode of the Invisible Injuries podcast we continue exploring evidence based holistic modalities building on chats on the topics of breathwork, connection with nature, emotional maturity and spiritual growth. Tanya Cory is a Yoga teacher and Wellness coach, she's been in the wellness industry for over 20 years and brings a unique perspective and depth of knowledge having also...

In this episode Andy chats with Shane Saunders, Navy veteran, co-founder of Breathe Me & Online Breathing Academy, author, mentor, hi-performance/wellness coach and entrepreneur. A great mate, colleague and breathwork mentor we're thrilled to have Shane share his military story, glimpses of his deployments and diverse opportunities in 2 different roles and trades as a Navy Communications...

In the concluding episode of Barry's story we visit how he's continued to manage life living with his PTSD along with his role as a carer for his wife with PTSD and the amazing work he's also doing with Operation Soul Surf on the Mornington Peninsula, VIC So moving forward, you’ve seen your specialist Barry, got a self care plan, what does that looks like now while still serving?  B...

"Routine Jobs With Big Consequences" In this episode were thrilled to have Barry Randal, a career first responder of 30 years and excitedly our 1st police officer on the podcast join us to share his story and the inspirational work he's doing with Operation Soul Surf. Casting back to his early days Barry remembered a strong sense of community at a young age.   Extended family and fr...

Following "Tunnel Rat", Vietnam Veteran & author Brian Hopkins guest episode is a special series of 6 audio narrations of poems from his book "When Therapy Fails" (WTF!?  pardon the pun) WTF 6 - Meltdown Cover art - Brian Hopkins @ Hollywood Clinic Contact -  Brian Hopkins Books - When therapy fails via Pickawoowoo publishing group & by contacting Invisible Injuries - i...

Following "Tunnel Rat", Vietnam Veteran & author Brian Hopkins guest episode is a special series of 6 audio narrations of poems from his book "When Therapy Fails" (WTF!?  pardon the pun) WTF 5 - Night Watch Cover art - Brian Hopkins @ Hollywood Clinic Contact -  Brian Hopkins Books - When therapy fails via Pickawoowoo publishing group & by contacting Invisible Injuries...

In the concluding episode of Andy's chat with survivalist, corporate speaker, change leader and author Mike House the pair discuss how to create some kind of a certainty where none exists  such as losing your job (e.g around the context of discharge from military/first responder organisations on Medical Grounds or prior to the member being ready to move on) A  key to creating a sense of purpo...