Ali and Rich
What Makes the Difference
Join Ali and Rich in their no-nonsense podcast that caters to military veterans, serving personnel, blue light first responders, and individuals who are struggling with trauma or life transitions. In this podcast, they delve into the topic of Post Traumatic Stress, exploring whether it is a disorder or an injury, how our brains and bodies process trauma, and the effects of PTS on our lives. They also tackle the challenges associated with transitioning from military to civilian life, emphasizing the significance of our sense of identity and the stories we tell ourselves.
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Ali and Rich
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Oct 3, 2025
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Episodes
Overwhelm - Rabbit in the headlights 03.10.2025 15:55
"What do you want?”It sounds like a simple question, but sometimes it can stop us in our tracks. I remember moments where I felt frozen...like a rabbit in the headlights... not knowing what was really being asked of me, or what the other person truly wanted. Those situations can feel uncomfortable, even overwhelming. Do I answer honestly? Do I try to guess? Do I wait and hope for more clarity...
Teams, Workplaces and YOU 06.09.2025 22:14
The impact of team dynamics, busting myths about the workplace. We are talking about how does your team preform in the workplace. Is the organisation missing out on hiring opportunities as they aren't recruiting people that would be a good fit. Work with us here:whatmakesthedifference.orgYou can ask Ali and Rich questions via our email: hello@whatmakesthedifference.orgJoin our LinkedIn and Fac...
Anger, Frustration and Misunderstandings 28.08.2025 17:00
At times we all feel that we are ignored, unseen and misrepresented. What are the causes of this, why does it happen and how we can look to find solutions to these problems.
Putting common SENSE back into relationships 20.08.2025 17:49
In a world full of relationship advice, drama, and endless “hot takes,” sometimes the missing ingredient is the most obvious one: common sense. In this What Makes the Difference live session, we’ll break down:✅ Why many relationship struggles come down to poor communication — not saying what you really want or need.✅ How to separate emotional impulse from clear, logical thinking.✅ Practical too...
EP 69: BRIDGING the gap between the MOD and VETERANS 13.02.2025 1:36:38
We are talking with Charlie Radclyffe, is a former Captain in the British Army and now Founder of the Veterans Law Project claiming compensation for injuries received during service and making claims after service life. Date correction 2005 not 2003 You can find the Veterans Law Project here: https://veteranlawproject.org.uk/ You can find out more about BLESMA here: https://blesma.org/ Work with...
EP 68: SOUL FOOD 05.12.2024 1:08:44
We are talking with Peter Kirkpatrick. He joined the RAF and moved from supply/logistics to mountain rescue. Pete had a fulfilling career in the RAF and moved into the personal development arena working with people from disadvantaged backgrounds. Work with us here:whatmakesthedifference.org ABRH.solutions You can ask Ali and Rich questions via our email: hello@whatmakesthedifference.org...
EP 67: COMMUNICATING BETTER 07.11.2024 32:29
We are discussing how to communicate better, resolve problems and navigate how to get out of drama. Work with us here: whatmakesthedifference.org ABRH.solutions You can ask Ali and Rich questions via our email: hello@whatakesthedifference.org alirich@rethinking-trauma-and-transition.com Join our LinkedIn and Facebook pages: https://www.linkedin.com/company/whatmakesthedifference...
EP66: TRUSTS and MASKING 24.10.2024 27:59
We are discussing masking and what we choose share and who we choose to share things with. Making the wrong choice can have a harmful effect when it get weaponised against you. Work with us here: whatmakesthedifference.org ABRH.solutions You can ask Ali and Rich questions via our email: hello@whatakesthedifference.org alirich@rethinking-trauma-and-transition.com Join our Li...
EP 65: NEURODIFFERENCE and POSITIVE changes 17.10.2024 18:48
This podcast episode aims to help people make life easier for others so that they can understand and process what is being asked of them. Work with us here:whatmakesthedifference.org ABRH.solutionsYou can ask Ali and Rich questions via our email: hello@whatakesthedifference.orgalirich@rethinking-trauma-and-transition.comJoin our LinkedIn and Facebook pages:https://www.linke...
EP 64: BRITISH NUCLEAR TEST VETERANS - The Daughter's story 19.09.2024 1:16:16
We welcome Ceri Marsh who is Co-Founder of B.R.E.A.C.H.E.D they are Breached CIC advocates for, supporting and signposting veterans/victims of Biological, Rdiological, and Ethical Abuse, Chemical Harm and Environmental Detriment. Contact us if you’re unsure. We aim to assist anyone. Trained Armed Forces Mental Health First Aider. Affiliated to Forces Online Contact ceri.marsh@forcesonline.org.uk m...
EP 63: SAVE a WARRIOR 12.09.2024 1:07:12
We welcome Adam and Thomas from Save a Warrior UK CIC. It is a program 72-hour program designed to prevent suicide by veterans of the armed forces. If you’d like out more you can get in contact with them below. Save A Warrior UK CIC: https://www.saveawarrioruk.org/ Save a Warrior US: https://saveawarrior.org/ Work with us here: whatmakesthedifference.org ABRH.solutions You can ask Ali...
EP 62: MILITARY SPOUSE 29.08.2024 58:43
We are talking with Emily and she is a military spouse talking about how life in the armed forces affects her, her husband and child. Emily is a coach and you can find her here: https://withinsightcoaching.co.uk/ emily@withinsightcoaching.co.uk Work with us here: ABRH.solutions You can ask Ali and Rich questions via our email: alirich@rethinking-trauma-and-transition.com Jo...
BTS 2: Apathy 17.08.2024 15:02
Apthay and acceptance of a situation bothering you and not having the energy to move on from it. How is apathy affecting you? Work with us here: ABRH.solutions You can ask Ali and Rich questions via our email: alirich@rethinking-trauma-and-transition.com Join our LinkedIn and Facebook pages: https://www.linkedin.com/company/whatmakesthedifference/?viewAsMember=true https://...
Ep 61: TOP GUN to AMBASSADOR 25.07.2024 1:23:29
We welcome Charles he is a US Navy Aviator and now a veteran. We are talking about life after service, networking and ownership. Charles is an ambassador for Project Recce: https://www.projectrecce.org/ Work with us here: ABRH.solutions You can ask Ali and Rich questions via our email: alirich@rethinking-trauma-and-transition.com Join our LinkedIn and Facebook pages:https:/...
EP 60: WE SERVED TOO 11.07.2024 1:07:14
We welcome Gwyneth. Who is a daughter of a military family and what it can be like for these children of service personnel. You can work with Gwyneth here: https://dandolife.com/ Work with us here: ABRH.solutions You can ask Ali and Rich questions via our email: alirich@rethinking-trauma-and-transition.com Join our LinkedIn and Facebook pages: https://www.linkedin.com/compa...
EP 59: The COMMONWEALTH SOLDIER 20.06.2024 25:10
We welcome Samuel T Reddy and what he is doing to help Commonwealth and Gurkha soldiers leave the Armed Forces and have a successful transition. You can work with Samuel here: LeaversToLeaders.com You can make a difference here: https://www.change.org/p/stop-labelling-commonwealth-personnel-and-veterans-living-in-the-uk-as-non-uk Work with us here: ABRH.solutions You can ask Ali and...
EP 58: The THIN BLUE LINE 07.06.2024 51:35
Trojan Wellbeing and how it helps first responders and the armed forces. Recognising stress and ways to improve mental wellbeing for serving police officers and other first responders. How fit for purpose is the provision for the first responders? What needs to change? Find Support here: https://www.trojanwellbeing.com/ https://policecommander.wordpress.com/ Work with us here: ABRH.soluti...
Ep 57: LACK of ENGAGEMENT 30.05.2024 26:09
We are talking about barriers to engagement and why it can be hard for organisations to get people onto courses. We also dispel myths about where some of the charities' funding is reserved and where it goes. Work with us here: ABRH.solutions You can ask Ali and Rich questions via our email: alirich@rethinking-trauma-and-transition.com Join our LinkedIn and Faceboo...
EP 56: SECURITY isn't a DIRTY WORD 23.05.2024 21:51
How secure are you when you move from a more predictable and structured career to one of more ambiguity? Work with us here: ABRH.solutions You can ask Ali and Rich questions via our email: alirich@rethinking-trauma-and-transition.com Join our LinkedIn and Facebook pages: https://www.linkedin.com/company/whatmakesthedifference/?viewAsMember=true https://www.facebook.com/What...
Ep 55: The FORCER PROTOCOL Update 16.05.2024 49:28
We are grateful to Greater Manchester Police and Chief Inspector Mark Mangnall for taking the time to talk with us about the progress of The Forcer Protocol. Work with us here: ABRH.solutions You can ask Ali and Rich questions via our email: alirich@rethinking-trauma-and-transition.com Join our LinkedIn and Facebook pages:https://www.linkedin.com/company/whatmakesthediffere...
EP 54: BEYOND the WIRE (Military Bereavement) 09.05.2024 50:58
We are talking with Jilly Carrell, who goes by ”The Accidental activist for the bereaved military community”. We are privileged to be able to share Jilly’s story. . www.beyondthewire.org.uk https://www.taps.org/ Work with us here: ABRH.solutions You can ask Ali and Rich questions via our email: alirich@rethinking-trauma-and-transition.com Join our LinkedIn and Facebook...
Ep 53: WOODLAND XPERIENCES 02.05.2024 38:18
We are talking with Ady Martin from Woodland Xperiences and what you can expect from a camp. Links to the website: https://www.woodlandexperiences.com/ Work with us here: ABRH.solutions whatmakesthedifference.org You can ask Ali and Rich questions via our email: alirich@rethinking-trauma-and-transition.com Join our LinkedIn and Facebook pages: https://www.linkedin.com/co...
EP 52: SHOWING up 25.04.2024 29:47
We are talking about how do you show up and how do others show up for you. Work with us here: ABRH.solutions You can ask Ali and Rich questions via our email: alirich@rethinking-trauma-and-transition.com Join our LinkedIn and Facebook pages: https://www.linkedin.com/company/whatmakesthedifference/?viewAsMember=true https://www.facebook.com/WhatMakestheDifferenceCIC Or yo...
Ep 51: Psychological SAFETY 18.04.2024 43:18
We are talking about how do others make you feel in the workplace. What are the perceptions of psychological safety and how do you fit in with the team. Work with us here: ABRH.solutions You can ask Ali and Rich questions via our email: alirich@rethinking-trauma-and-transition.com Join our LinkedIn and Facebook pages: https://www.linkedin.com/company/whatmakesthediffere...
EP 50: The DANDELION, The VETERAN, and the WIFE 11.04.2024 40:48
We are talking to Karen, about the challenges of being a child of a sailor, veteran and wife and how the challenges were met, and the difficulties faced in service life. Work with us here: ABRH.solutions You can ask Ali and Rich questions via our email: alirich@rethinking-trauma-and-transition.com Join our LinkedIn and Facebook pages:https://www.linkedin.com/company/whatmak...
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