Tom was diagnosed with complex PTSD due to his service in Afghanistan with the RAF Regiment. Since leaving, he has become a successful journalist with the BBC and now a documentary maker, establishing his own production company – Dust Off Films. https://dustofffilms.com
Podcast host: Hugh Keir ( @hughkeir )
This episode was sponsored by Aardvark Clearmine, and Rugby4Heroes.
THINGS ARE CHANGING – BUT WHAT YOU LOVE WILL STAY THE SAME…… Episode #100 is now online for my Patreon supporters, and there it shall remain. There has been a slight lull while we gear up for #101, which will mark a watershed moment in the podcast’s journey. Why? Because behind the scenes, lots of work has been going on to take the podcast up a level in terms of consistent audio and video quality -something which has on occasion been lacking during the formative episodes. Through an exciting partnership with Old Leamingtonians RFC, the H-Hour Podcast now has a physical, permanent home at OLRFC’s ground in Leamington Spa, at Hugh’s very own studio.
Although still in Phase 1 of a three-phase build, the studio is designed specifically for podcasting but with benefit to the community in mind. When ready, it will be made available to local schools to make their own productions, it will be made available to members of Old Leamingtonians RFC and also to the wider military community. It is still in build, but podcasts will resume albeit in “under construction” circumstance so the videos may not be perfect yet but they will certainly be better than they were!
The studio has only been enabled because of the support and generosity of key people and organisations who all represent the most amazing examples of support to the military community:
Kate Lawlor: for putting up with Hugh, encouraging him to take a break once in a while and for being perfect. Thank you.
All of my Patreon supporters: supporting the podcast through a voluntary monthly subscription via patreon.com/hkpodcasts, these guys and girls choose to throw some spare change Hugh’s way every month to help keep the show on the road. They are also becoming key in different decisions and directions that the H-Hour podcast and the Leading Minds Series may take, kindly providing their input to Hugh when needed. Through their subscription, they are also supporting military charities through the donations made each month by Hugh. Thank you.
Tim Ford: one of the H-Hour Podcast’s keenest and longest standing supporters and someone who over the years has helped a huge number of ex-military personnel both personally and professionally, thank you Tim – particularly for your heroic efforts enabling the Kajaki movie premier in the States of Jersey, supporting RIchard and Dawn at Holidays4Heroes and most recently for your introduction for me to Phil at Alfa Drop Box.
Phil Gibbs and the team at Alfa Drop Box: Phil has very kindly donated one of Alfa’s demonstration boxes which now houses the studio. His team delivered and fabricated the box in a rapid and professional manner for which Hugh is very grateful, particularly when Alfa have been flat out with their day to day operations during the pandemic, enabling mobile storage and operations solutions to the NHS and other organisation – thank you Phil and team.
David St John-Claire and the team at The Aardvark Group: these guys have been with the podcast from almost the very start and they have renewed their sponsorship for yet another year. Aardvark’s sponsorship of the show for over two years now has been critical to the podcast’s development and David’s personal support and friendship to Hugh has at difficult times kept things moving. Sponsor’s aren’t chosen lightly and given the life-saving operations that The Aardvark Group are involved in around the world, it is very satisfying to be able to help spread the word about this company and its people. Thank you David – for your support not only the show, but also to the military community.
Last but by no means least, Michael Vallance and Rugby4Heroes. Mike and R4H have also been sponsoring the podcast from the very early days and have renewed their sponsorship for yet another year. They have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to not only sponsor, but also provide advice and guidance on the sometimes challenging behind-the-scenes efforts that need to happen to enable the show to continue. In addition to their support of the podcast, Mike and R4H plough a huge amount of effort, every single day, into supporting the military community – from charity fundraising to business advice, emotional support to emergency support. Mike and R4H, since their inception in 2009, have helped hundreds if not thousands of people, connected with the military community (including Hugh) and continue to do so – asking for nothing in return. Mike is a welcome and key part of the H-Hour family and we hope that shall stay the case for a very long time! Thank you Mike.
Please feel free to connect with and follow all of those mentioned above – if you would like a direct intro just get in touch with us!
Mandy is a Specialist Trauma Psychotherapist who is part of a concerted effort by experts in the UK and internationally to have PTSD recognised as a neurophysiological condition, so that more effective treatment can be provided.
Podcast host: Hugh Keir ( @hughkeir )
This episode was sponsored by Aardvark Clearmine, and Rugby4Heroes.
Former Royal Marine and Human Intelligence Specialist, Simon survived 3 kidnappings while working as a private security contractor. Simon is the founder of Icarus Online – an organisation which helps people with mental ill health. IMMEDIATE CARE, ASSESSMENT & REHABILITATION FOR UNIFORMED SERVICES. https://icarusonline.net/
Podcast host: Hugh Keir ( @hughkeir )
This episode was sponsored by Aardvark Clearmine, and Rugby4Heroes.
Alexs Thompson left the US Navy to study religion. Following the 9/11 attacks in the USA, Alexs narrowed his focus to Islam, studying under Imams in Egypt and Yemen where he lived as a fundamentalist muslim. Alexs subsequently deployed to the Middle East as a counter insurgency adviser to the US military.
Check out his website here and definitely get a copy of his book “I’ll Go” at this link: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1735390429
Podcast host: Hugh Keir ( @hughkeir )
This episode was sponsored by Aardvark Clearmine, and Rugby4Heroes.
Dean Stott is a former British Special Forces (SBS) operator, 2x World Record holder, adventurer, philanthropist, author, international speaker and security expert.
Check out Dean’s website here: deanstott.com
Podcast host: Hugh Keir ( @hughkeir )
This episode was sponsored by Aardvark Clearmine, and Rugby4Heroes.
A former soldier with the Honorable Artillery Company, Janey was forced to give up her dreams of a military career after breaking her back in a horse riding accident. She is now an expedition leader and budding racing driver.
Podcast host: Hugh Keir ( @hughkeir )
This episode was sponsored by Aardvark Clearmine, and Rugby4Heroes.
Stephen Bate MBE is a New Zealand–Scottish Paralympic cyclist who competes in tandem races as an athlete with a visual impairment. Bate, piloted by Adam Duggleby, represented Great Britain at the 2016 Summer Paralympics in Rio de Janeiro, winning two golds and a bronze medal. In 2018 Bate and Duggleby won the UCI World Para-cycling Tandem B Individual Pursuit and the UCI World Para-cycling Tandem B Individual Time Trial to become double World Champions
Podcast host: Hugh Keir ( @hughkeir )
This episode was sponsored by Aardvark Clearmine, and Rugby4Heroes.
Huey is the front man of the iconic band Fun Lovin Criminals and a retired US Marine.
Podcast host: Hugh Keir ( @hughkeir )
This episode was sponsored by Aardvark Clearmine, and Rugby4Heroes.
Terry fought in the Falklands Conflict in 1982 with 2 Para. He is now a successful motorsport businessman, Secretary of London Parachute Regimental Association and also Regional Secretary for London.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/terry-wood-67425014b/
Podcast host: Hugh Keir ( @hughkeir )
This episode was sponsored by Aardvark Clearmine, and Rugby4Heroes.
Doug is currently a news reporter for MassLive, and based in Springfield, Massachusetts. Previously, he has covered stories and produced work in China, Syria and Venezuela. Prior to his career in media, Doug served as a sniper with HM Forces (Parachute Regiment), serving on two tours of Afghanistan.
https://twitter.com/Douglas_Hook
Podcast host: Hugh Keir ( @hughkeir )
This episode was sponsored by Westway Nissan, Aardvark Clearmine, and Rugby4Heroes.
Caroline Wyatt is an Australian-born English journalist. She has worked as a BBC News journalist for over 25 years, as defence correspondent until August 2014, when she replaced Robert Pigott as religious affairs correspondent until June 2016, when she revealed that she had been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis.
https://twitter.com/carolinewyatt
Podcast host: Hugh Keir ( @hughkeir )
This episode was sponsored by Westway Nissan, Aardvark Clearmine, and Rugby4Heroes.
Adnan Sarwar served with the Royal Engineers Explosive Ordnance Disposal unit (EOD) and during his service completed multiple tours including the invasion of Iraq in 2003. Upon leaving the military, Adnan has forged a successful career as a documentary maker for Channel 4, ITV and the BBC, a writer. He previously edited at The Economist.
Adnan’s Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJUfbZRcGzBsLROTd1WkJVg
Podcast host: Hugh Keir ( @hughkeir )
This episode was sponsored by Westway Nissan, Aardvark Clearmine, and Rugby4Heroes.
Mark White (a military veteran of 20yrs) and Toby Brooks are senior members of The Figaro Shop.
The Figaro Shop specialise in providing customers an unrivaled range of services for Nissan Figaros.
https://www.thenissanfigaroshop.co.uk/
Hosted by @HughKeir, H-Hour Snapshots is a series of short podcasts with interesting and inspiring individuals from around the world.
This snapshot was recorded at Mission Motorsport‘s Service Leavers National Transition Event at Silverstone in February 2020.
This episode was sponsored by Westway Nissan, Aardvark Clearmine, and Rugby4Heroes.
“Real life Iron-man” | Inventor | Entrepreneur
Richard has been dubbed the real life Iron Man by media outlets due to his success in developing a jet suit after founding Gravity Industries in 2017.
Follow Take on Gravity on Instagram
Podcast host: Hugh Keir ( @hughkeir )
This episode was sponsored by Westway Nissan, Aardvark Clearmine, and Rugby4Heroes.
Parachute Regiment | Falklands veteran
At 18years old Paul deployed to the Falklands Islands as a Private with 3 Para in 1982, following Argentina’s invasion and occupation of the British territory. He has has since served over 30years with The Parachute Regiment and is currently Secretary of The Parachute Regimental Association.
Podcast host: Hugh Keir ( @hughkeir )
This episode was sponsored by Westway Nissan, Aardvark Clearmine, and Rugby4Heroes.
Johnny Dawson-Ellis is CEO/founder of Limitless Motorsport – a team that helps give disabled people the belief that they can succeed.
Justin Wells is Team Manager / Driver and also a British Army veteran who suffers from PTSD which significantly inhibits his ability to lead a normal life.
https://www.limitless-motorsport.co.uk/
Hosted by @HughKeir, H-Hour Snapshots is a series of short podcasts with interesting and inspiring individuals from around the world.
This snapshot was recorded at Mission Motorsport‘s Service Leavers National Transition Event at Silverstone in February 2020.
This episode was sponsored by Westway Nissan, Aardvark Clearmine, and Rugby4Heroes.
Entrepreneur | Founder of Animal | Elliot Brown Watches
Ian is co-founder of Iconic clothing and lifestyle brand Animal, co-founder of Elliot Brown Watches and an outdoor sports enthusiast.
https://elliotbrownwatches.com/
Podcast host: Hugh Keir ( @hughkeir )
This episode was sponsored by Westway Nissan, Aardvark Clearmine, and Rugby4Heroes.
Nurse | Infection Control | Army Medic
In 2014, when foreign nationals were fleeing Sierra Leone due to the Ebola virus outbreak which was causing upto 90% mortality rates, Andy flew into the country to help wherever he could. He would eventually return to the UK nearly two years later after helping save thousands of lives.
Podcast host: Hugh Keir ( @hughkeir )
This episode was sponsored by Westway Nissan, Aardvark Clearmine, and Rugby4Heroes.
Jeremy is the founder of Forces Farming – an organisation that connects veterans with employers in the agriculture industry who have expressed an interest in employing service leavers.
Hosted by Hugh Keir, H-Hour Snapshots is a series of short podcasts with interesting and inspiring individuals from around the world.
This episode was sponsored by Westway Nissan, Aardvark Clearmine, and Rugby4Heroes.
