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Chief Petty Officer (Ret.) Ash Semmens takes us inside his 18.5-year journey through the Royal Australian Navy.
Episode #28 - Ash Semmens
Oct 11, 20250 min read
Lukas Taylor—Army Reservist, social worker, and founder of It's a Hard Choc Life.
Episode #27 - Lukas Taylor
Oct 11, 20250 min read
Why Military Veteran Stories Matter
Military veterans carry with them a wealth of experiences that shape not only their own lives but also the communities they return to....
Sep 29, 20253 min read
In this raw and deeply moving episode, Afghanistan war veteran Jesse Stevenson opens up about his time as a Combat Engineer—where the cost of service was measured in lives lost and scars carried home.
Episode #26 - Jesse Stevenson
Sep 24, 20250 min read
This week on The Grey Man Podcast, I sit down with psychologist Maria Rodrigues for a powerful, wide-ranging conversation about mental health in the veteran community.
Episode #25 - Maria Rodrigues
Sep 24, 20250 min read
I’m joined by Ashleigh Shannon, who spent 11 years as an Air Dispatcher in the Army, with multiple deployments to the Middle East. We chat about life in uniform and the highs and lows of service.
Episode #24 - Ashleigh Shannon
Sep 8, 20250 min read
Anthony Symes led from the front as a cavalry crew commander (CPL) with 2 Cav and 2/14 Cav. But the battles didn’t end when the uniform came off. Watch this episode for the unfiltered story!
Episode #23 - Anthony Symes
Sep 2, 20250 min read
Sean Byrne served as a Marine Technician in the Royal Australian Navy, deployed twice to the Middle East. He kept the engines running while chaos loomed just beyond the hull.
Episode #22 - Sean Byrne
Aug 30, 20250 min read
James Brennan—veteran, storyteller, and host of In My Defence—joins Harley for a brutally honest conversation about life in and after the ADF.
Episode #21 - James Brennan
Aug 30, 20250 min read
Clifford Morgan’s path from the Royal Australian Air Force to the boardrooms of Australia is anything but ordinary. As an Air Field Defence Guard deployed to Iraq, he witnessed leadership in the field
Episode #20 - Clifford Morgan
Aug 17, 20250 min read
From the Streets to Stability. Neglect. Gangs. Loss. Redemption. I grew up in chaos—abandonment, grief, anger. Joined the military. Found love. Lost her. Built a life from the ashes.
Episode #19 - Harley Fox
Aug 11, 20250 min read
Carole Haddad, renowned celebrity hairdresser and powerhouse behind Brisbane’s iconic hair empire, joins The Grey Man Podcast for a raw and electrifying chat about resilience and reinvention.
BONUS Episode with Carole Haddad.
Aug 7, 20250 min read
Uncover Powerful Narratives from Veterans
Veterans carry stories that are rich with experience, resilience, and lessons that extend far beyond the battlefield. These narratives...
Jul 30, 20253 min read
Darren Hurford — Army veteran and driving force behind SCTN. From his years serving in uniform to empowering others through fitness and mental resilience.
Episode #17 with Darren Hurford.
Jul 28, 20250 min read
Chris Larkham’s story is one of grit, growth, and transformation. In this episode, Chris opens up about the toll of service—the battles fought overseas and the ones waged within.
Episode #16 with Chris Larkham.
Jul 22, 20250 min read
Paul Warren—former Muay Thai champion and Australian infantry soldier—whose life changed forever after an IED blast in Afghanistan.
Episode #15 with Paul Warren.
Jul 22, 20250 min read
Liam and I talk about, standing your ground, and learning when it’s time to walk away. This one isn’t just about fighting—it’s about resilience, ego, purpose, and knowing your limits.
Episode #13 with Liam Badger.
Jul 11, 20250 min read
Josh Koitka, Army veteran and founder of Jericho Australia, this episode unpacks his journey from military service to building one of Australia’s most iconic veteran-owned brands.
Episode #14 with Josh Koitka.
Jul 11, 20250 min read
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