Military Veterans Podcast
This portable podcast is hosted and edited by Gavin Watson, a British Army veteran of 16 years. He talks to other military veterans, allowing them to share their stories and experiences from before, during and after service.
This podcast will give non-military personnel the chance to gain a better understanding of military life and gain an insight into what the transition back to civilian life can be like. These strong individuals may inspire, after dealing with diversity, resilience and possibly life changing injuries or illnesses.
If you’re a veteran missing your time in the military, this is a great way to rekindle that fire. Regardless of service, rank or time served....every veteran has an experience to share. Sometimes, they just need an opportunity to do so.
This podcast is recorded and edited in Gav’s free time.
Military Veterans Podcast
Ep 041: LCpl Jon Flint - Royal Marines Veteran
Jon joined the Royal Marines Commandos in 1994 and served for 13 years, reaching the rank of Lance Corporal (LCpl).
In this episode Jon talks about applying for the British Army, before joining the Royal Marines Commandos, and he explains what the Commando training is like. He also discusses being part of HMS Fearless, deploying on multiple tours with 42 Commando, and then the decision to specialise in the Royal Marines Police Troop.
Jon also shares deploying to Norway for cold weather training, and what it’s really like doing the famous ice-breaking. He was deployed to Afghanistan on Police duties and he shares some of the differences from when he was on general duties as a Marine. Lastly, he explains what it was like finding a hidden injury as a veteran, which lead him to sports recovery and competing at two Invictus Games.
Watch Episode on YouTube
Part 1: youtu.be/m4n3SVGqglY
Part 2: youtu.be/T_2MfKr8GMM
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Message at the beginning of the recording is from your host Gav, giving you information on how you can support the show through Patreon.
Supporting monthly would help the show record future episodes and help with the upkeep of the show.
£5 a month will give you access to bonus recordings, where Gav and the guest chat about things that don't make it into the main recording.
Thank you.
