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The conversation covers various topics related to training, knowledge, and mental health. Danny Bourne and Hugh Keir discuss the fight, flight, or freeze response and the importance of knowing what to do in a life-threatening situation. They also talk about the challenges and experiences of high-risk search operations in the military. The conversation then shifts to the creation and purpose of the...

This conversation with Bags Simmons (founder of Bare Arms: Military Advisers to TV and Film) covers a range of topics related to filmmaking, including weapons collection, shooting ranges, sniper training, filming experiences, budget allocation, cult films, and inaccurate depictions in films. The discussion highlights the challenges and considerations involved in creating realistic action sequences...

Join the H-Hour community today on Discord: https://discord.gg/ncFRpvTkjX ***** Tom Whittle is a former commissioned officer with a diverse background, including law, competitive intelligence, and service in the Parachute Regiment. As the co-founder and delivery lead at Frontierco.org, he spearheads projects by conducting in-depth liaison and analysis to accurately identify the requirements of eac...

Join the H-Hour community today on Discord: https://discord.gg/ncFRpvTkjX ***** Dr Simon Ruffell is a Psychiatrist & Senior Research Fellow and co-founder of Onaya Science. Dr WaiFung Tsang is a Clinical Psychologist and co-founder of Onaya Science. This conversation explores the research and therapeutic potential of ayahuasca, a psychedelic brew used in indigenous communities in South America...

Join the H-Hour community today on Discord: https://discord.gg/ncFRpvTkjX ***** The conversation covers various topics related to nuclear weapons, including the inspiration for the First Strike series, the seriousness of the nuclear threat, tactical nuclear weapons, the risk of escalation in Ukraine, the need for nuclear arms control, the history of nuclear arms and deterrence, the risk of non-sta...

Join the H-Hour community today on Discord: https://discord.gg/ncFRpvTkjX ***** This conversation explores the field of psychopharmacology and the potential of psychedelics in treating mental health disorders. The guest, Jo Neill, a professor of psychopharmacology, discusses the definition and scope of psychopharmacology, the effects of psychedelics on the brain, and the challenges in drug discove...

Join the H-Hour community today on Discord: https://discord.gg/ncFRpvTkjX ***** Julian “Woody” Woodall is a former Bombardier in the British Army and has recently completed "Escape From Norway 2023" where he retraced the steps of allied troops on Operation Title. Woody is also the owner of Medic Services International – a medical training company operating in the UK and globally. Send us...

Join the H-Hour community today on Discord: https://discord.gg/ncFRpvTkjX ***** Steve Tunnicliffe spent his adolescent childhood years in Somalia before it descended into chaos. He encountered traditions, customs, and practices that predate Islam, many of which are likely to have vanished by now. He witnessed the beauty of a country with a deep cultural heritage that stretches far beyond the shore...

Join the H-Hour community today on Discord: https://discord.gg/ncFRpvTkjX ***** In this conversation, Hugh Keir and Dr Grace discuss the properties and benefits of CBD, the role of the endocannabinoid system in regulating brain and body functions, and the potential of psychedelics in treating mental health disorders. They also explore the importance of sleep and the impact of sleep deprivation on...

Join the H-Hour community today on Discord: https://discord.gg/ncFRpvTkjX ***** Tim Owen is one third of 3 Dads Walking. 3 Dad's Walking in their own words: "Suicide is the biggest killer of those under 35 in the UK. We only learned this terrifying fact because our daughters took their own lives within the last 3 years. By raising awareness, we hope we can help prevent other families fro...

Join the H-Hour community today on Discord: https://discord.gg/ncFRpvTkjX ***** Jen Price is a former British Army Officer who spent the entirety of 2022 undertaking an extreme set of adventure and endurance challenges on behalf of the Veteran’s Foundation. https://jennevolve.co.uk Send us Fan Mail This episode is sponsored by Sin Eaters Guild - sineatersguild.co.uk Support the show   Free H-Hour...

Join the H-Hour community today on Discord: https://discord.gg/ncFRpvTkjX ***** Joshua Bethania is a comedian from India who's been on the comedy scene since 2021. Having lived in London since 2019 his comedy tends to include his observations of life in London as an outsider and what he is doing to become an insider. Check out his winning set here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6eA_8ncPPrM...

Join the H-Hour community today on Discord: https://discord.gg/ncFRpvTkjX ***** Freddie Kemp is the owner of MFS Casting and is a HAC reservist. Follow his work at https://instagram.com/mfs.casting and https://instagram.com/militaryadviserfk Send us Fan Mail This episode is sponsored by Sin Eaters Guild - sineatersguild.co.uk Support the show   Free H-Hour giveaways and exclusive access to guests....

Join the H-Hour community today on Discord: https://discord.gg/ncFRpvTkjX ***** Tara Austin leads hybrid behavioural, brand and data science projects for global and UK clients, focused on consumer and citizen behaviour change.  Tara is also Campaign Director for the PAR campaign for Psilocybin Access Rights:  a volunteer organisation which is calling on the government to reschedule psilocybin (the...

Join the H-Hour community today on Discord: https://discord.gg/ncFRpvTkjX ***** Aron Welsh is a former soldier who, while in an induced coma battling a lethal infection, suffered from an acute onset of intensive care psychosis. He authored a book about his experiences called "Never Really Over", available at this link: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Never-Really-Over-Aron-Welsh-ebook/dp/B097Z2...

Join the H-Hour community today on Discord: https://discord.gg/ncFRpvTkjX Daz Ryan is the lead singer / songwriter for The Rushmore. Find their album at these links: https://open.spotify.com/album/1CRLbpJtTe8hdzGfIaQE6m https://music.apple.com/gb/album/welcome-to-the-war/897601677 Send us Fan Mail This episode is sponsored by Sin Eaters Guild - sineatersguild.co.uk Support the show   Free H-Hour g...

Join the H-Hour community today on Discord: https://discord.gg/ncFRpvTkjX Stephen Murray is a teacher, the founder of Inspireland and is also an award winning poet - with two published collections of poetry which have received widespread critical acclaim. He is regarded as Ireland’s leading poetry workshop provider for young people and has delivered workshops to over 50,000 young people in Ireland...

Join the H-Hour community today on Discord: https://discord.gg/ncFRpvTkjX Bethan Middleton (a.k.a Socially Awkward Sophie) is an artist; founder of Limbitless: a company providing custom artwork on prosthetic limbs; and a veteran of the Royal Navy. https://www.instagram.com/limbitlessuk/ Send us Fan Mail This episode is sponsored by Sin Eaters Guild - sineatersguild.co.uk Support the show   Free H...

Jess Nesling is a London-based actress and voice artist originally from Swansea, South Wales. Jess has played Queen Elizabeth in Antic Disposition’s critically acclaimed tour of Richard III , Elvira in Blithe Spirit and Hermione in The Winter’s Tale with Changeling Theatre. Jess is currently writing her first full-length play, about the women of Kilmainham Gaol. https://jessnesling.co.uk/ *****Get...

Grant Kilburn is an actor who featured in the film Kajaki (a.k.a. Kilo Two Bravo) but at just 23years old, he suffered a stroke, which resulted in him taking a step away from acting for nearly a decade.  He is currently performing in 2:22 A Ghost Story - a thriller play by Danny Robins showing in London's Apollo Theatre now. *****Get access to exclusive content with this guest at https://patr...

Sebastien is a former Canadian Spec Ops Warrant Officer and is the founder/operator of 242 Security UK. https://242security.co.uk ****** Become a H-Hour Patron at https://patreon.com/hkpodcasts ***** Send us Fan Mail This episode is sponsored by Sin Eaters Guild - sineatersguild.co.uk Support the show   Free H-Hour giveaways and exclusive access to guests. https://patreon.com/hkpodcasts H-Hour on...

Dr Nick is the Founder of FactoryDAO - the place to build, launch and manage your DAO. He is also a physicist, learning theorist, governance researcher, builder. https://www.factorydao.xyz/ ****** Become a H-Hour Patron at https://patreon.com/hkpodcasts ***** Send us Fan Mail This episode is sponsored by Sin Eaters Guild - sineatersguild.co.uk Support the show   Free H-Hour giveaways and exclusive...

Roger Theron is a former soldier who now works in farming - his current role found via Forces Farming. ****** Become a H-Hour Patron at https://patreon.com/hkpodcasts ***** Send us Fan Mail This episode is sponsored by Sin Eaters Guild - sineatersguild.co.uk Support the show   Free H-Hour giveaways and exclusive access to guests. https://patreon.com/hkpodcasts H-Hour on Substack: https://hughkeir....

Janey McGill is an explorer of people, places & thoughts. ****** Become a H-Hour Patron at https://patreon.com/hkpodcasts ***** Send us Fan Mail This episode is sponsored by Sin Eaters Guild - sineatersguild.co.uk Support the show   Free H-Hour giveaways and exclusive access to guests. https://patreon.com/hkpodcasts H-Hour on Substack: https://hughkeir.substack.com H-Hour on WhatsApp: https://...

A drunkcast with three old friends - Jared Cleary (co-founder of H-Hour), Stevie Broome, Luke Hardy. Send us Fan Mail This episode is sponsored by Sin Eaters Guild - sineatersguild.co.uk Support the show   Free H-Hour giveaways and exclusive access to guests. https://patreon.com/hkpodcasts H-Hour on Substack: https://hughkeir.substack.com H-Hour on WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaWSj4...