~ All podcast episodes ~
Episode 12 ~ Sam Cox, a Royal Marines Major aiming to complete a world record Antarctic expedition in 2023
In episode 12, I talk to Sam Cox, a Royal Marines Major who will embark on a unique solo and unsupported crossing across Antarctica to set a world record in November 2023.
Starting at the coast of Berkner Island and finishing at the base of the Reedy glacier, via the South Pole, this expedition will see him ski a total distance of 1,950km, in one of the last wildernesses - a pure test of physical and mental endurance.
Episode 8 ~ Dr Stephen Fabes, 6 years cycling 53,000 miles through 75 countries.
In episode 8, I talk to Dr Stephen Fabes - a medical doctor who finally found his way home in 2016 after cycling the length of six continents - a six-year adventure across 75 countries and 53,000 miles.
Episode 5 ~ Krish Thapa, ex-SAS mountain Leader
In episode 5, I talk to ex-SAS mountain leader, charity founder, and former Gurkha soldier, Krish Thapa about adventure philosophy.
Born in a village near AnnaPurna, Nepal and joining the British Army at a young age, Krish has led and summited expeditions to some of the highest and most challenging peaks in the world, notably: Everest, Dhaulagiri; Makalu; Manaslu and K2!
Episode 4 ~ Justin Oliver Davis
In episode 4, we talk to retired soldier, double amputee, mountaineer, adventurer and keynote speaker: Justin Oliver Davis (aka inspiration through adversity).
In 2011 Justin was serving with 2nd Battalion The Rifles, in Afghanistan. While leading a patrol when unfortunately he stood on an IED resulting in the loss of both of his lower legs.
Episode 2 ~ Ben ‘Bags’ Simmons
Benjamin 'Bags' Simmons: co-founder of Bare Arms
Hear how Bags' experiences in the British Army's Royal Tank Regiment - and deployments to Afghanistan - helped shape and inspire him to start his own business; 'Bare Arms' - an innovative and forward-thinking organisation teaching extras to use firearms on film and TV sets, safely and authentically.