In this episode Joe had the privilege of connecting with and having a conversation with Anthony Gadenne (aka Gads). A former member of the Australian Special Air Service who has turned his passion of serving others through his military service and actions in to becoming a practicing Medical Doctor. We invite you to tune in to this conversation and have a listen to Gads as he speaks about some of his experiences during selection, cycle while serving as an operator and life after the Regiment. Along the way he provides some great advice to not only potential aspiring SAS applicants, but the information he shares is applicable and helpful for anyone.    We have no doubt Gads' comments, thoughts, messages (spoken and unspoken) will resonate with many regardless of your profession, experience and/or aspirations. Thank you Gads for your service / continued service, and for taking the time to share a bit about yourself. We know and appreciate that it's not a common thing for people like yourself who have served in these types of units, which makes us even more grateful that you would take the time to come on our podcast in the hopes of helping someone else out there who might need to hear what you have to say. Cheers Mate To get a bit more of an idea of some of the stuff Gad's has done post his time in the unit click on the links below. https://www.communitynews.com.au/fremantle-gazette/news/notre-dame-medical-student-helps-refugees-bangladesh/ http://www.aljazeera.com/news/2017/12/myanmar-army-accused-targeting-rohingya-children-171209125032369.html http://www.aljazeera.com/news/2017/12/bangladesh-rohingya-refugees-trained-save-lives-171205095954094.html https://www.westpix.com.au/preview.asp?image=TWA-0016002 https://www.amawa.com.au/december2017/index.html#12 Intro/Outro Music: https://www.bensound.com

This is part 2 of the conversation with Philip 'A cheeky Samoan lad' Taulelei. A former Australian Special Air Service Operator and Current Security Risk Specialist. Check out part 1 first if you haven't listened to that yet. Philip joined 6 Field Squadron (TF) Royal New Zealand Engineers before heading over to Australia and joining 3RAR (Parachute Regiment). He was then posted to the Australian Parachute Training School before he submitted his application to do selection for the Australian Special Air Service Regiment. There was far too much information to delve into during our brief time together - so we'll connect with Philip again later in 2022. In the meantime we've broken this conversation up into 2 parts purely because of the amount of information to try and take in and digest. Rather than waffle in this write up - we'll leave it to you to have a listen and take away those things that you, we hope you enjoy part 2. WDW #WhoDaresWins #Transition #BuildStrongRelationship #SelfReflection #Communication #Growth Intro/Outro Music: https://www.bensound.com

In this episode Joe had the privilege of connecting with and having a conversation with Philip 'A cheeky Samoan lad' Taulelei. A former Australian Special Air Service Operator and Current Security Risk Specialist. Philip joined 6 Field Squadron (TF) Royal New Zealand Engineers before heading over to Australia and joining 3RAR (Parachute Regiment). He was then posted to the Australian Parachute Training School before he submitted his application to do selection for the Australian Special Air Service Regiment. There was far too much information to delve into during our brief time together - so we'll connect with Philip again later in 2022. In the meantime we've broken this conversation up into 2 parts purely because of the amount of information to try and take in and digest. Rather than waffle in this write up - we'll leave it to you to have a listen and take away those things that you find helpful for you and we invite you to come back and join us for part 2. WDW #WhoDaresWins #Transition #BuildStrongRelationship #SelfReflection #Communication #Growth Intro/Outro Music: https://www.bensound.com

In this solo update you unfortunately only have myself as Brian is busy with work.   In this quick update I talk about some of our guests prior to and post Christmas and those who have been on so far in this New Year.  I speak about our intentions to try and shorten our episodes to 1hr max (Wish us luck 😂 ).   I speak briefly to one of the points which Bill Bestic spoke about in my conversation with him to try and put another lens on a topic that has generated a fair bit of feedback and conversation with former members.    I mention our upcoming guests on the podcast and also update you on my comments to my co-founding partner Brian Osman lol.  Finally, I mention our focus to keep thrashing and inviting our former Kiwi SAS members to come on the podcast. It's slow going in that department and will probably stay that way - but all good, we respect their decisions and reasons.   We're gonna keep going regardless. :-)  I also managed to stay within the 30-40min window which I had told myself I would try to do. Yes!   Stay awesome, Keep Smashing & Thrashing - hopefully you get something out of this and we'll see you next week.   Intro/Outro Music: https://www.bensound.com  WDW!

In this episode Brian and Joe had the privilege of connecting with the amazing Danielle Moffitt. Director of Operations for Stotan Group, Educator and Supporter of People, Wife and Mother.    Danielle shares with us a number of insights, lessons and learnings from her life as a strong, capable, resilient, courageous and intelligent Woman.    Married for more than 26yrs to a man who has served for more than 30yrs in the Australian Defence Force, most of that time spent serving in the Australian Special Air Service Regiment (SASR) - it's safe to say that there is much we can learn from this incredible Woman, Educator, Wife and Mother.   Danielle openly discusses many important topics during this conversation and does so with class, humility and humour.    Listen in as she shares the funny story about how her and her husband met, her upbringing, challenges faced as a Wife of an SAS operator, raising children (mostly on her own), living within their means, the uncertainty faced with every deployment, boundaries set as a protection and guide, having a third thing, working on yourself and your relationship, claiming space, her husbands idea of a good date lol - Plus so much more...   Thank you Danielle for being so open with us and sharing a small glimpse into your life and that of your wonderful family.   To get in touch with Danielle please connect with her via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-moffitt-340b11187/  To learn more about Stotan Group and what they offer - go here: www.stotangroup.com.au   #Resilience #Family #StotanGroup #WDW #Motherhood #ClaimingSpace #Humour #TonyTheFlorist #Cricket  Intro/Outro Music: https://www.bensound.com

In this episode Joe had the privilege of connecting with and having a conversation with Chris 'Just another Bro' Kumeroa. A former New Zealand Special Air Service Operator and Current Global Risk Consulting Director. Chris' desire and commitment to serving others stems from a strong sense of family, responsibility, example and hardwork. Chris has a clear and apparent passion for people and helping them to the best of his ability. Leveraging his knowledge, skills and expertise gained at the coal-face of some of the most arduous and complex environments in the world, he finds ways to create an environment designed to enable people to utilise their skills with confidence, while providing opportunity for growth and personal development. During this conversation we delve into a bit of Chris' upbringing and his journey into the NZDF at 17years of age. He talks about his decision to join the NZSAS at 19years old and how he enjoyed the selection process and cycle of training. Chris speaks about his decision to leave the NZSAS after 4years to pursue a rugby dream. He also talks about striving to create and develop a culture and mindset amongst some young players coming through and the successes they noticed they were having as a result. Chris speaks about the gym he started and sold, meeting his future wife and the rock she is and has been for him and their family. He openly speaks about the need to work on ourselves, the boards he feels privileged to be a part of and his ongoing intentions to serve people through various means and businesses - Plus so much more... We invite you to tune in to this conversation and listen to Chris share some very insightful and powerful messages which are sure to resonate with alot of people regardless of their profession, experience and/or aspirations. Thank you Chris for your service / continued service, and for taking the time to share a bit about yourself. We know and appreciate that it's not a common thing for people like yourself who have served in these types of units, which makes us even more grateful that you would take the time to come on our podcast in the hopes of helping someone else out there who might need to hear what you have to say. Cheers Bro To take advantage of the benefits of Chris' knowledge, skills, experience and competence go to: https://globalriskconsulting.co.nz/ https://secintel.co.nz/ https://manaakicms.com/contact/ #NZSAS #GRC #SECINTEL #ManaakiCMS #WhoDaresWins #Transition #BeAGoodHuman #SeekNewChallenges #NZMaoriRugbyInc #WhanganuiMaoriRiverTourismOrganisation #TeWhawhakiTrust #HorizonsRegionalCouncil #SenseOfDuty #Humanity Intro/Outro Music: https://www.bensound.com

In this episode Joe & Brian had the privilege of connecting with and having a conversation with Travis Hocart.  Note: Due to some technical difficulties this episode has the most editing we've ever done - We apologise in advance for that. Travis comes from a background of tactical policing and counter terrorism work, commencing with his role in the WA Police Tactical Response Group in 2000. After moving into the world of Close Personal Protection in post-war Baghdad in 2004, Travis then spent 8 years in the highly secretive Air Marshal program, leading small team operations throughout Australia and overseas destinations. Following 15 years in law enforcement, the lure of the private sector led him moving into the world of workplace health and safety, where was able to deploy his risk management tactics to various industries such as commercial construction, agriculture, mining, and remote field exploration. Sitting alongside his professional development, has always been Travis’ keen interest in military history. A chance invitation to walk the Kokoda Track in Papua New Guinea in 2009, kick started the next stage of his life’s journey. An opportunity to become a trek guide eventually morphed into Travis forming his own trekking business, Kokoda Crossing, in 2018. After a promising start to the business, Covid related travel restrictions have significantly impacted operations, such that Travis has been required to fall back on skills learnt from his past … resilience, adaptability, perseverance and a “back yourself” attitude. Travis opens up on a number of topics mentioned above plus so much more. Tune in so that you can leverage Travis' extensive experience and apply aspects to your own situation in positive ways. We invite you also to please check out his website and get a group together to participate in one of his incredible tours. https://kokodacrossing.com/our-tour/australian-tours/ #Police #AFP #TRG #AirMarshal #CloseProtection #Australia #KokodaCrossing #Transition #TransTasman #GrowYourNetwork #Education #InvisibleBackPack #GoodBlokes #Empathy #Leadership #GetOut&TalkToPeople Intro/Outro Music: https://www.bensound.com

In this episode Joe & Brian had the privilege of connecting with and having a conversation with Todd Bowler. A former Australian Tactical Response Group Operator/Team Leader with 15yrs experience in the TRG. Todd has 23yrs combined Police experience consisting of general duties, close personal protection and undercover work prior to joining the TRG.    Todd is a Bloody Awesome Bloke and has an incredible sense of humour which is sure to put a smile on your dial!   During this conversation we delve into Todds journey and why he joined the Police force. He talks about his decision to join the TRG and what he learnt about himself and others through the process. He shares multiple experiences of funny incidents and events that occurred as part of actual jobs and/or training.    Todd speaks about characteristics and traits of successful TRG candidates and opens up about some of the difficulties he faced with his transition out of a very tight knit unit and into the real world. He also speaks about relationship challenges involved whilst serving within a unit like the TRG and provides some good advice and tips to help couples through. Todd discusses how he continues to try and serve people through his current businesses - Plus so much more...   We invite you to tune in to this conversation and listen to Todd share some very insightful and powerful messages which are sure to resonate with alot of people regardless of their profession, experience and/or aspirations.   Thank you Todd for your service / continued service, and for taking the time to share a bit about yourself. We know and appreciate that it's not a common thing for people like yourself who have served in these types of units, which makes us even more grateful that you would take the time to come on our podcast in the hopes of helping someone else out there who might need to hear what you have to say.   Cheers Mate   To take advantage of the benefits of Todd's knowledge, skills, experience and competence go to:  soarconsulting.com.au - inspiring teams to reach peak performance through Tactical Execution  homebuildingsolutions.com.au - helping busy people build their ideal new home, and save time and money in the process   FB Group - ask to join Home Building Solutions   #Police #AFP #TRG #Australia #SOARConsulting #HomeBuildingSolutions #Transition #TransTasman #HandSignals #Tasering #SeekNewChallenges #DoALittleBitExtra    Intro/Outro Music: https://www.bensound.com

In this episode Joe had the privilege of connecting with and having a conversation with Ryan Wilson. Former Australian Special Air Service Operator, Team Leader, Sniper, Dog Handler, Diligent Student and a Bloody Awesome Bloke! Ryan is very humble and reserved in his service and achievements attained through hard-work, dedication, focus and team work. During this conversation we delve into what Ryan has been doing post his service in the Special Air Service Regiment. The importance of education and the need to take risks. His journey into the Whiskey industry and becoming the GM for Whipper Snapper Distillery. His creation of the Whipper Snapper Distillery Veterans club and the Whipper Snapper Academy. How he strives to give back to others through his service and affiliations with the Wandering Warriors and RSLWA. What his service in the SAS has taught him about himself. His approach to selection and service in the SAS/Army in general. Why he decided to leave the unit/army - Plus so much more... We invite you to tune in to this conversation and listen to this Man share some very insightful and powerful messages which are sure to resonate with alot of people regardless of their profession, experience and/or aspirations. Thank you Ryan for your service / continued service, and for taking the time to share a bit about yourself. We know it's not a common thing for people like yourself who have served in these types of units, which makes us even more grateful for your acceptance of our invitation. Who Dares Wins Mate #SASR #DogHandler #Sniper #Education #WhipperSnapperDistillery #RSLWA #WanderingWarriors #Australia #SpecialForces #WhipperSnapperAcademy #WSDVeteransClub Intro/Outro Music: https://www.bensound.com

Tom Totka is 29-year-old challenge seeker from Christchurch, NZ, now living in Western Australia who has a keen interest in data and security science, digital strategy and finds purpose in assisting others achieve their goals in the world of business development. Tom grew up in the south island of NZ, firstly in Nelson and Marlborough and then in Christchurch and attended Burnside high school before traveling overseas each year from the age of 18 firstly to Brazil then Europe. Tom eventually moved to Perth following the second Christchurch Earthquake in 2011. In WA, Tom worked in Pilbara as a builders offsider, Then a trades assistant for subsea drilling company Dril-Quip in Perth and then a support shot-firer for Orica Mining Services (Working on a 5 man team which consisted of 3 kiwi’s and 2 Aussies doing engineering projects with the aid of both electronic and non-electronic explosives, first at Boddington gold mine and then for Rio Tinto’s “Hope downs 1”. Along the way, Tom h ended up training for the French foreign legion whilst working for Orica after being unsuccessful in his application to join the Australian Army Reserves. Whilst on his way to France, Tom made a crucial decision in Budapest whilst visiting family in 2013 to return to Perth four months after meeting the awesome woman who is now his wife and following a conversation with a fellow Kiwi (and French Legionnaire) after a deployment to Mali to say bluntly – “If it was him he’d go back and have a go at joining the Australian army (Or) head back to NZ and join up there.” Tom then changed direction in 2014 and trying his hand at University doing one year at ECU studying units from both their cyber security and counter terrorism (politics and international relations) courses (Joining The Mill around the same time, getting married (Mid 2014) before branching out into the world of business development in preparation for the years he would be away with his wife Linda’s surgical Fellowship. Tom is currently a Co-founder and Company Director (Artunis Medical Group) and Business Development and Outreach Manager (Vector Two-Five) - See links below. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/spectre25/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/citadel.au/ https://vectortwofive.com/ https://artunismedicalgroup.com/ And just as interesting, Tom is of Hungarian heritage (and you;ll hear him talk about the Hungarian Revolution), family immigration, moving to Australia, military intentions, and the roadblocks at the time for what I wanted to do, my path to the Mill (see Nick Caldwell's podcast) and how it has impacted his life and the ways in which he strives to serve others! #WDW