Remembrance is a personal time and moment for many within the Military Community. Here we speak about the reality of the 11th of November and what it really means to remember.

From the battle fields of the first world war to living life right now.

This is Declassified 

Featuring:

• Michael Coates - Military Veteran and Host of the Declassified podcast
  
  
• Ben Taylor - Petty officer and Poet
  
  
• Dr Emily Mayhew - Historian and advisor to the Casevac Club
  
  
• David Wiseman - Military Veteran and Co-founder of the Casevac Club
  
  
• Nick English - Co-founder of Bremont Watch Company 
  
  
• Sean Jones MC - Military Veteran, Awarded Military Cross for Bravery in Afghanistan
  
  
• Levison Wood - Military Veteran and Photographer
  
  
• Helen Helliwell - Civil Servant  and Chair of the AFCFT
  
  
• Andy Mihalop - Military Veteran and Veterans & Allies Lead at Facebook

• Louise Fetigan - Military Spouse and founder of Little Troopers
  
  
• Jim Cameron - Military Veteran and founder of Mission motorsport
  
  
• Richard Sharp - Military Veteran and CEO of RE:act (formerly Team Rubicon UK)

• JJ Chalmers - Military Veteran, Invictus games medalist and currently on BBCs Strictly Come Dancing
  
  
• Prince Harry - Military Veteran and Advocate for the Wounded, Injured and Sick Community
  
  
• Maria Hunt - Mother of WO2 Nathan Hunt 
  
  
• Des Fraser - Military Veteran and Co-founder of Combat Pest Control
  
  
• Ash Alexander-Cooper OBE - Military Veteran and founder of the Unsung foundation
  
  
• Nathan Jones - RAF Pilot and Invictus Athlete
  
  
• Dr Dave Henson MBE - Military Veteran and Paralympian 
  
  
• Glenn Haughton OBE - Military Veteran 

In this special episode we record LIVE from the National Army Museum in London.

 We talk to a panel of 3 guests about their lives, service, injury and recovery.

 A Road to Recovery Special with Harry Parker, Gemma Morgan and Simon Brown

https://www.nam.ac.uk

More Information -
Simon:  https://blesma.org/news-media/blesma-news/2020/on-the-set-of-scars/

Harry: https://www.waterstones.com/book/hybrid-humans/harry-parker/9781788163101

Gemma: https://morganeight.com

Gambling to the point of suicide, getting stabbed for choosing alcohol and the bravery he shows today.

 This incredible, brutal and totally open conversation with one of the countries most loved football pundits.

We talk about his anxiety, self-loathing, honesty and illness. We also speak about wanting the best for others, especially his family.

A Gambling Special, Paul Merson - This is Declassified

Pauls new book - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Hooked-Addiction-Long-Road-Recovery/dp/1472282531/ref=asc_df_1472282531/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=499348480770&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=4868330826543593585&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1006906&hvtargid=pla-1271388618630&psc=1&th=1&psc=1


For support:

- https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-body/gambling-addiction/

- https://giveusashout.org

- https://www.samaritans.org

From a near death experience as a child to severe domestic violence and the business she runs now.

 This episode has been two years in the making and delves into the life of a person with absolute drive and determination for what she believes. 

We speak about her loving family, the death of her father and why she will never give up. 

 Courageous, inspirational, humble and fun.

Episode 50 - Heledd Kendrick, This is Declassified

https://recruitforspouses.co.uk

From Mexico, to Mosul via Afghan and Syria, in this episode we speak with a former Cavalry officer who went from war-fighter to conflict documentarian.

 Listen to his childhood dodging scorpions and being educated by monks to his multiple tours of Afghanistan, and life through a 'dangerous' lens as he witnessed and recorded the battle against ISIS. 

For further details see: 

http://www.threadfilms.co/about

Episode 49 - Mau Gris - This is Declassified 

Featuring:

Steven Japp
Henry Glanz
Mau Gris
Heledd Kendrick 
Paul Merton 

From physical injury to a brutal suicide attempt. 
 In this episode we speak with a former soldier who plummeted into poor mental health following a career in the military and private security. 
 We speak about his tours, his happy childhood, being sectioned and how he was incorrectly labelled with PTSD just because he had served. 
 We also discuss how he took his health into his own hands, a journey which led him to magic mushrooms and meaningful employment.

 Episode 48 - Steven Japp - This is Declassified 

Born in the ancient city of Mosul, Iraq in this episode we speak with a former Iraqi soldier who escaped the Saddam regime in 1997. 

 We speak about going AWOL, capture, torture, the death sentence and his great escape. We also talk about the death of his mother and what life was like as a child and what life is like now in the UK. 

 From soldier, to refugee, to British citizen. 

 Episode 47 - Sivan Hurmuz - This is Declassified 

From Paratrooper to Heroic Hearts UK.

 In this episode we speak with a former member of the Parachute Regiment about how a 'drink' changed his life. 

 We also speak about addiction, recovery, purpose, conflict and how psychedelic plant medicine can unlock the door to treating those who have experienced trauma.

 Episode 46 - Keith Abraham - This is Declassified 

https://www.heroicheartsuk.com

Surviving the holocaust by escaping on the last kinder transport.

 During this episode we talk about sexual abuse, separation, his family being murdered and compassion.

 We also talk about joining the American army, living in a castle and confronting a downed Nazi pilot in West London.

Episode 45 - Henry Glanz

Read Kate Thompsons article in the mirror here - https://www.mirror.co.uk/tv/tv-news/im-celebs-gwrych-castle-safe-23081047

The Psychedelic Marine.
 Following a brutal tour of Afghanistan and a chaotic childhood Alex looked for alternate medicines and therapies to help support his wellbeing. 
 We speak about life, joining the Royal Marines (twice), being a father and how a 'trip' down the Amazon River changed his life. 
Alex's book is available at: https://smile.amazon.co.uk/Psychedelic-Marine-Transformational-Journey-Afghanistan/dp/1620555794/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Psychedelic+Marine&qid=1623791023&sr=8-1
Please also check out:

https://www.heroicheartsproject.org

https://www.heroicheartsuk.com

and
https://maps.org

In this episode we speak about the true impact conflict has had , is having right now and will have in the future in relation to children.

 We also speak about what members of the Military community are doing to support those young people who have been blown up, lost limbs and are now facing a life of uncertainty.

 Talking about the links between Save the Children and the Centre for Blast injury Studies provides great hope for the lives of those most vulnerable - Children in conflict.

For more information please visit :

Centre for Blast Injury Studies

Save the Children

Those involved with this episode:

Guest 1 - Dr Emily Mayhew

Guest 2 - James Denselow

Guest 3 - Dr Dave Henson MBE

Host - Michael Coates

Fighter pilot, Distinguished Flying Cross and the power of repetition. 

We talk about his operations in Syria and Iraq, what it takes to perform at your best and why preparing for the worst allowed him a shot at a moving target. 

We also speak about psychological fitness, mental I’ll-health and his mothers suicide. 

From skiing at the Olympics to the speed of sound.

Episode 55 - Roger Cruckshank - this is declassified


Find Roger on Instagram - https://instagram.com/sos_coaching_ltd?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

And to read Rogers book, Speed of Sound - 
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Speed-Sound-Mind-remarkable-making-ebook/dp/B01D0HWCLE

Traumatic nightmares, PTSD, Therapy and empowering those who are suffering. 

 This episodes delves into Justins PHD and the 'Dream Completion Technique' and its unbelievable results in reducing/eliminating nightmares.

 For further information please visit - http://tiny.cc/stop-nightmares-extra

Hear the 15 minute nomination that won us gold in 'Best Interview Podcast' in the 2020 British Podcast Awards.

Episode 39 - Stewart Hill
Episode 36 - Cassidy Little
Episode 37 - Kath Ryan
Episode 23 - Dr Dave Henson MBE

To celebrate the 75th Anniversary of VE day we decided to re-release this amazing episode with Dennis. We speak about the start of the war, Dunkirk, fighting in North Africa, becoming a PoW, near starvation, being in hospital in Italy, the fire storm in Dresden and home coming. 

What is COVID19? How does our immune system work against it? How are the lessons identified in the Military supporting the NHS now? And how is Veteran welfare in NHS currently being impacted? 

 Dr Jonathan spent over 25 years in the Military and deployed all over the world. He is now a civilian General practitioner, associate director for NHS England for Military and Veteran health and he is also the clinical lead on COVID19 for the Royal College of GPs.

https://www.nhs.uk

Todays guest is a psychologist who specialising in mental fitness. She has worked at WWTW, H4H, Combat Stress and is the clinical lead on the future HEADFIT project.

 We speak about developing good mental fitness using techniques including breathing, nature, the 15 minute rule and a much more.

 This podcast includes content funded by the British podcast awards fund an the wellcome trust
 We are also the first podcast in the world that includes IRIS audio technology 

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. 
 He’s been an advocate for societal change regarding mental health supporting  - Time For Change, Heads Together and the upcoming HeadFIT project. 
 Harry is also a RE:ACT (formerly Team Rubicon) having volunteered in the aftermath of the devastating 2015 Nepalese earthquake. 

 This episode delves into the qualities of our veteran community and explains what RE:ACT and their veteran volunteers are doing right now to support the NHS and indeed society.

@React_response
@declassnetwork

Features Iris Audio Technology 

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 

Twitter - @captaintommoore

https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/tomswalkforthenhs

#tomorrowwillbeagoodday

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 Declassified 

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.

From 'The Carry to The Casevac' we discuss the stretcher-bearers of the First World War. 

 We talk about their role, kit, training and firing-squads. We also speak about their heroics, constant workload and how they were almost lost to history. 

 A stretcher-bearer special with Dr Emily Mayhew

Also, 

For information about the upcoming charity event please visit https://www.justgiving.com/casevac

Thank you, Michael 

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 much to him now.

 Tribute ink special, Matt Tomlinson CGC MC, this is Declassified

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 OBE - This is Declassified 

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 

@wendyfaux

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 fascinating insight into one of the founders of this podcast and how it has in turn saved his life.
Episode 40 - Des Fraser - This is Declassified 
@des_fraser

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 Community - Thank you

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 amazing art please visit -

https://www.stewarthill.co.uk
 

In this episode we speak with a former Royal Marine who has a talent for magic and a story of war.

  We talk about his time in Iraq, seeking more in his life and his time in Afghanistan. 

 Grief, violence, reflection and adventure. 

Episide 53 - James Stott - this is declassified 


https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/run-4-ben-gregz?utm_term=ygWabxNp2

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 generation of wounded injured and sicks total devotion. 

Episode 37 - Kath the Cake Lady - This is Declassified 

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/podcast/breaking-the-cycle/id1587695520?uo=4

https://audioboom.com/channels/5061330

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 society (and the world).

  And remember, it all starts with the a rat and a mouse.

 This is Declassified 

• www.combatpestcontrol.com
• bookings@combatpestcontrol.com
• @hqcombat 
• @michael__coates
• @declassnetwork
• @JJchalmersRM
• www.B1G1.com
• www.endeavourfund.co.uk

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 politics. 

Childhood, suicide, depression and helping other.

 In this episode we speak with one of the countries best know sports presenters. 

 We talk about his Dads National service, understanding mental ill-health and speaking. 

Episode 53 - John Fendley - This is Declassified 

Small business and specifically running a small business can be a lonely experience, especially if you don't understand your vision and purpose.

 In this episode we speak about the importance of a team, working through trauma and growing your company. 

 This is part of the Declassified network and this is the Forces Friendly Podcast. 

Childhood trauma, chronic fatigue, set backs, growth and development. 

 Our next guest is an inspiration and in this conversation we delve into areas of her life not openly talked about before. We also speak about why she is so passionate about helping others and why working with the Military cohort is so important.  

 A People Special, Helen Helliwell. This is Declassified 

From a strict baptist childhood, developing OCD, chronic fatigue and daily suffering to becoming a warrior on the battlefields of Afghanistan. 

 In this episode we speak to a current serving member of parliament who is on a mission to change things for the better.

 A raw and honest account of living with obsessive compulsive disorder, using this to thrive within the Armed Forces and why he went in to politics. 

 We speak about his current challenges and why he is so passionate about ensuring veteran welfare is at the forefront of future governments. 

Westminster Special with Johnny Mercer - This is Declassified

Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chiefs of Staff Committee. This Ministry of Defence special gave us an open and honest account to the most senior enlisted member of the Armed Forces. 

 We speak about his early career, the bullying culture in the late 80s, the first gulf war, Iraq, Afghanistan, Sandhurst and his current role including his appointment as the Military's 'Mental Health and Wellbeing Champion'. 
 
 We also delve into his own mental health challenges and why he is so passionate about making things better for those that serve.

MOD Special - Glenn Haughton - This is Declassified