In this episode of the Combat Fuel Podcast, we sit down with Phil Campion former British Army soldier, SAS veteran, author, broadcaster, and security contractor.

Phil shares stories from a career spent operating in some of the world's most challenging environments, discussing military service, special forces selection, operational deployments, and life after the Armed Forces. He reflects on the realities of military life, leadership under pressure, and the lessons learned from decades spent operating at the sharp end.

We explore the changing nature of modern warfare, private security contracting, media portrayals of military service, and the mindset required to perform in high-risk environments.

This conversation provides a rare insight into elite military culture, resilience, and the challenges of transitioning skills developed in service into civilian life.

In this episode, we cover:

• Service in the British Army
• Life within the SAS
• Special Forces selection and mindset
• Leadership under pressure
• Modern warfare and global conflict
• Security contracting and operating overseas
• Military culture and media representation
• Transitioning from military service
• Resilience, discipline, and performance
• Life lessons from decades of experience

This episode is for anyone interested in Special Forces, military history, leadership, resilience, modern conflict, and life after service.

Guest:

Phil Campion
Former SAS Soldier | Author | Broadcaster | Security Contractor

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In this episode of the Combat Fuel Podcast, we sit down with Ollie Cooke former 7 RHA Para soldier, bodybuilder, and founder of Heavy Duty Gym Wear, a brand built around hard work, discipline, and working-class values.

Ollie shares his experiences serving in the Army, the realities of military culture, and the lessons he took from life in an airborne artillery unit. He reflects on the challenges he faced during service, using the gym as an outlet, and the journey of building a business from the ground up after leaving the military.

We explore fitness, mindset, resilience, and entrepreneurship — alongside the importance of testing yourself, pushing your limits, and creating purpose beyond military service.

In this episode, we cover:

Service in 7 RHA Para
Military culture and life in the Army
Using fitness as an outlet
Bodybuilding and pushing personal limits
Building Heavy Duty Gym Wear
Entrepreneurship and working-class values
Leadership, discipline, and resilience
Identity, purpose, and life after service

This episode is for anyone interested in military life, bodybuilding, fitness, entrepreneurship, discipline, and building something after the Armed Forces.

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Ollie Cooke
Former 7 RHA Para | Founder, Heavy Duty Gym Wear

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In this episode of the Combat Fuel Podcast, we sit down with Ryan Yates a former soldier from 4/73 Battery, founder of Veterans Army (VA), and owner of his own dog training business.

Ryan shares his experiences serving in the military, operating within one of the Army’s most respected surveillance and reconnaissance units, and the mindset required to perform in high-pressure environments. He reflects on the realities of military life, transition, and the importance of rebuilding identity and purpose after leaving service.

We explore leadership, resilience, and personal growth — alongside the mission behind Veterans Army, supporting the veteran community, and how working with dogs has become a major part of his life and business after the military.

This conversation gives honest insight into life after service, adapting to civilian life, and finding new purpose through community, discipline, and helping others.

In this episode, we cover:

Service in 4/73 Battery
Military mindset and operating under pressure
Transitioning from military life to civilian life
Founding Veterans Army (VA)
Supporting the veteran community
Building a dog training business after service
Leadership, resilience, and identity
Purpose, discipline, and life after the military

This episode is for anyone interested in military life, 4/73 Battery, veterans support, entrepreneurship, dog training, resilience, and life after service.

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Ryan Yates
Former 4/73 Battery Soldier | Founder, Veterans Army | Dog Trainer

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In this episode of the Combat Fuel Podcast, we sit down with PJ Harries a former Royal Marine, former firefighter, and now the owner of Gibraltar Trading Company, building a business rooted in discipline, resilience, and purpose.

PJ shares his experiences serving in the Royal Marines, the standards and mindset required to operate within one of the world’s most respected military forces, and how those lessons carried over into a career in the fire service.

He reflects on the challenges of transitioning from military life, finding purpose after service, and what it takes to build a successful business while staying true to the values forged through years of service.

We explore leadership, identity, risk, and adaptability — alongside what it means to move from military operations and emergency response into entrepreneurship and creating something of your own.

In this episode, we cover:

Service in the Royal Marines
Life after military service
Transitioning into the fire service
Operating in high-pressure environments
Leadership, discipline, and accountability
Building Gibraltar Trading Company
Entrepreneurship, risk, and personal growth
Identity, purpose, and life after service

This episode is for anyone interested in Royal Marines life, firefighting, entrepreneurship, leadership, resilience, and building purpose after service.

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PJ Gibbs
Former Royal Marine | Former Firefighter | Founder, Gibraltar Trading Company

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In this episode of the Combat Fuel Podcast, we sit down with Shane Curtis — a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt, competitor, and coach who has dedicated years to mastering one of the most demanding combat sports in the world.

Shane shares his journey through Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, from the early stages of learning the fundamentals to earning his black belt. He talks about the discipline, consistency, and mindset required to progress in a sport where failure, pressure, and persistence are part of the process.

We explore the mental and physical challenges of Jiu Jitsu, the lessons it teaches about resilience and control, and how those lessons translate into everyday life both on and off the mats.

In this episode, we cover:

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and the path to black belt
Discipline, consistency, and long-term progression
Training, competition, and pressure
Mental resilience and dealing with setbacks
Lessons from BJJ that apply to everyday life
Coaching, mindset, and personal development
The reality of combat sports beyond the hype

This episode is for anyone interested in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, combat sports, discipline, mindset, and personal growth through adversity.

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Shane Curtis
BJJ Black Belt | Coach

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In this episode of the Combat Fuel Podcast, we sit down with Jim Elliott — a former British Army soldier who served in 7 Para RHA (Royal Horse Artillery) and has since transitioned into a career as a psychologist.

Jim shares his experiences serving in the British Army, operating within an airborne artillery unit where discipline, pressure, and performance were part of everyday life. He reflects on his journey from military service into psychology, offering a unique perspective on mindset, behaviour, and mental resilience from both sides.

We explore leadership, stress, and adaptability — alongside what it means to transition from a high-pressure military environment into understanding the human mind, and how those lessons can be applied to both military and civilian life.

In this episode, we cover:
Service in the British Army
Life in 7 Para RHA (Royal Horse Artillery)
Operating in high-pressure environments
Military mindset, discipline, and performance
Transitioning into a career in psychology
Mental health, resilience, and behaviour
Adapting military skills to civilian life
Identity, purpose, and life after service

This episode is for anyone interested in military life, airborne units, psychology, mental health, leadership, and performance under pressure.

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00:00 Introduction & Military Background
02:05 Joining the British Army & Early Career
07:10 Life in 7 Para RHA (Royal Horse Artillery)
13:20 Operating Under Pressure in an Airborne Unit
21:00 Military Mindset, Discipline & Performance
32:40 Transitioning from Army to Civilian Life
41:30 Becoming a Psychologist
52:10 Understanding Mental Health & Behaviour
1:03:20 Applying Military Lessons to Psychology
1:12:45 Leadership, Stress & Resilience
1:20:30 Identity, Purpose & Life After Service
1:28:10 Final Thoughts & Advice

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#Performance
#LifeAfterService

In this episode of the Combat Fuel Podcast, we sit down with Rob Clark — a British Army veteran, Pashto-speaking translator, and now working within government, whose role has led to him being sanctioned by Russia.

Rob shares his experiences serving in the British Army, including working as a translator and operating in complex environments where language, culture, and communication were critical. He reflects on the transition from military service into government work, and the responsibility that comes with operating in roles linked to national and international security.

We explore leadership, pressure, and adaptability — alongside what it means to move from frontline military experience into high-level civilian roles, and the personal impact of being connected to global geopolitical tensions.

In this episode, we cover:
Service in the British Army
Working as a Pashto-speaking translator
Operating in complex and high-pressure environments
Transitioning into government work
Leadership, responsibility, and decision-making
Being sanctioned by Russia and what that means
Adapting military skills to civilian roles
Identity, purpose, and life after service

This episode is for anyone interested in military life, translation roles, government careers, geopolitics, leadership, and life after the Armed Forces.

Guest: Rob Clarke
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00:00 Introduction & Military Background
02:10 Joining the British Army & Early Career
06:45 Working as a Pashto Translator in Operations
12:30 Cultural Challenges & Language in Conflict Zones
18:40 Life in High-Pressure Environments
26:15 Leadership, Discipline & Military Mindset
34:50 Transitioning from Army to Civilian Life
42:20 Moving Into Government Work
50:10 Responsibility & Operating at a Higher Level
58:30 Being Sanctioned by Russia Explained
1:06:40 Impact of Geopolitics on Personal Life
1:14:10 Lessons on Resilience, Adaptability & Purpose
1:20:30 Final Thoughts & Advice for Transitioning Veterans

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#CombatFuelPodcast
#BritishArmy
#PashtoTranslator
#MilitaryTransition
#GovernmentWork
#Geopolitics
#Leadership
#LifeAfterService
#Putin

In this episode of the Combat Fuel Podcast, we sit down with Tony Gibson a British Army veteran with 26 years of service, who played a key role in some of the UK’s most significant state events, including the Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral, Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral, and King Charles III’s Coronation.

Tony shares insight into the discipline, responsibility, and pressure that comes with operating at the highest ceremonial level of the Armed Forces. He reflects on a long military career, the standards expected behind the scenes of historic national moments, and the personal challenge of transitioning from military life to civilian life.

As he prepares for his next chapter as a firefighter, Tony speaks openly about identity, purpose, and adapting skills forged in service to a new role built around public service and teamwork.

In this episode, we cover:
26 years of service in the British Army
Planning and executing major state ceremonies
Behind-the-scenes pressure of national events
Discipline, leadership, and accountability
Transitioning from military to civilian life
Identity, purpose, and adapting after service
Preparing for a new career as a firefighter
This episode is for anyone interested in British Army life, military transition, leadership, public service, and life after long-term service.

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Combat Fuel exists to support individuals who demand resilience, focus, and performance under pressure — in service, transition, and everyday life.

Guest:
Tony Gibson
British Army Veteran | 26 Years Service | Future Firefighter
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