Declassified

Declassified

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Welcome, I'm Michael Coates, a former firefighter and also a former Soldier. This podcast documents amazing stories from members of the military community. Our guests include Military Cross winners, athletes, partners of those who have served, high ranking commanders and 'normal' veterans who have gained extraordinary experiences. By declassifying stigmas and perceptions we wish to open up issues around mental fitness and wellbeing, talk in depth around subjects such as post traumatic growth...
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Episode List

Remembrance Special - The Military Community

Nov 12th, 2023 8:00 AM

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 

Road to Recovery Special (LIVE) - Harry Parker, Gemma Morgan and Simon Brown

Mar 15th, 2023 3:06 AM

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 Brownhttps://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

Episode 55 - Roger Cruickshank DFC

Oct 19th, 2022 1:41 AM

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

Stretcher-Bearer Special with Dr Emily Mayhew

Oct 4th, 2022 1:14 PM

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 

Episode 54 - James Stott

Sep 7th, 2022 1:38 AM

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

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