Author, explorer, ex-soldier, photographer, Levison Wood’s most recent exploit involved moving through some of the most volatile areas in the world, including Syria, Iraq and the West Bank. “Arabia: A Journey Through The Heart of the Middle East”, is Levison’s latest book, telling the fascinating story of his entire journey.
Mountaineering instructor Sam Marshall joined the REME as a Private in 1988 and upon leaving 28 years later had become a Captain in the Army Air Corps. He has since embarked on many successful mountaineering expeditions and established his own company – Monkey Mountaineering – providing expedition solutions to customers in the UK and abroad.
Ex-SAS, Ben left Her Majesty’s Armed Forces after becoming disillusioned with the morality of the nature of his service whilst on operations in Iraq. He is now a campaigner and coordinator for the UK branch of Veterans for Peace.
A military adviser to TV and Film, Ben is a former commissioned officer in the Royal Tank Regiment, serving in operational theatres including Afghanistan. He is also the founder of Bare Arms – Military Support to TV and Film.
An experienced Fraud Investigator, Nick left the British Army in 2004 and immediately deployed to Sierra Leone as Security Manager at a diamond mine. AMong other ventures, Nick has worked alongside Brian Tough for several years, helping make Argus Europe Ltd a success.
A former Royal Signaller and Special Forces soldier during the 1970’s and 1980’s, Brian is also a member of Mensa, a former firefighter, commercial pilot and bodyguard to the Oil Minister of Saudi Arabia. In 1994 he is established a successful Close Protection and Surveillance company, now called Argus Europe Ltd., still operating today.
A clinical hypnotherapist and psychotherapist, Andy works to improve the mental health of his clients through his practice called Peak Personal Performance. He is also a World Record Holder, having completed 66 ultra-marathons, in 66 consecutive days across the UK’s 66 cities, to raise money for the Army Benevolent Fund.
Currently working in HSBC’s Regional EU IT and Cyber team as the UK Cyber Lead, Liz previously served as an officer in the RAF and the British Army in critical roles, including Battlespace Management during the invasion of Iraq in 2003.
A former military dentist, high level rugby player and co-founder of Rugby 4 Heroes, Roy is attempting to row 3000 miles across the Atlantic with the Atlantic Mavericks.
Paul is the President of Enterprise for Inmarsat, co-founder of Revenant Cider and a former commissioned officer who served with 216 Signals Squadron as part of 16 Air Assault Brigade.
A former Royal Marines Commando, with three others, Glyn is attempting to row non-stop across the Atlantic ocean in a 3000mile race, dubbed the toughest rowing event in the world.
With his wife Dawn Woodhouse MBE, Richard founded Holidays for Heroes Jersey – a charity that provides free holidays to Jersey for injured veterans.
Air Chief Marshal Sir Stephen Gary George Dalton, GCB, ADC is a retired Royal Air Force commander and current Lieutenant Governor of Jersey.
A private investigation and surveillance expert, David is the owner of All Seeing Surveillance and previously served with the Grenadier Guards.
CEO of Team Rubicon, a charity that unites the skills and experiences of military veterans with first responders to rapidly deploy emergency response teams in the UK and around the world, Richard previously served as a Royal Marines Commando.
A former Bomb Disposal Officer, Andy is now a BBC, Discovery and History Channel TV Presenter, Underwater Explorer, Deep and Cave Diver, Skydiver, Climber and Outdoorsman, Zoologist, Archaeologist and Science Geek, Speaker, Author and Film-Maker (and the voice of Action Man).
Survivor of a devastating terrorist attack in Afghanistan while working for an international development company in 2010, Biljana spent the previous years working for the UN in war torn countries around the world, and now devotes her time to her husband, children, cooking and writing.
Managing Director of WH Management Group, Doug is former commissioned officer in the Royal Dragoon Guards and also a former police officer. His company provides management, security and media for hundreds of events every year.
A mixed martial artist and promoter, Cameron has fought for Cagewarriors, Bellator and Bamma and currently trains at the world famous Jacksonwink MMA academy. He has his own fight promotion, called Killacam and is also a former paratrooper in the British Army.
This episode was sponsored by Westway Nissan, Aardvark Clearmine, 429 Group, The Grapplers Gift and Rugby4Heroes.
Now an actor and producer, Steven was medically discharged from the Royal Marines and struggled with the transition into normal life. He is now forging a successful career in the TV and film industry.
This episode was sponsored by Westway Nissan, Aardvark Clearmine and 429 Group
