Blue Pigment Podcast

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From Royal Marine Commando to a Vet, watch here or list to Ross's story vie your Podcast provider. Check out his Instagram page @Ross_The_War_Vet #royalmarinecommando #royalmarine #royalmarines #para #parachuteregiment #podcast #podcasts #podcastshow #podcastshows #bluepigment #blue #identity #career #careers #success

Gareth's poetry is a must listen to for all veterans, serving members of the military or anyone on a journey of self-discovery. His poetry has a way of uniquely simplifying emotions.   Each poem is like a short story which will have you hooked to listen to the next.    Find Gareth's best work on his Instagram page:  @garethsmedia All poems featured on this episode are by: Gareth Smith.

Meet James Brennan, 4 Scots Veteran that has served in a number of hot spots around the world, he is now a self-employed, award winning Tattoo Artist, check out has amazing art work on his Instagram: @jamesbrennantattoos or website: WWW.JAMESBRENNANTATTOO.COM     as always please let me know what you think.

Meet Ben Garwood, formed PARA, PF and former member of the SAS, having to overcome a number of obstacles in the way to success Bens used his grit and the support of others to keep driving forward. Now the CEO of HR4K he is staying busy with a number of exciting projects from YouTube documentaries, community events to comic books and some amazing merchandise. Check it all out on the links below and as always I hope you enjoy the podcast, if you do please Like, Share and Subscribe. HR4K Website: https://www.hr4k.co.uk/HR4K Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hr4k_/ YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/@HR4KTVGround Hammer Website: https://groundhammer.com/Ground Hammer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/groundhammer_/ Ben Garwood Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ben_garwood_/ The Poem on this Episode is: Darkest Nights, by Sean Bishop.

Meet Sam Murray a former Royal Marine, former close protection, former surveillance operator and now a mental heath advocate.  Hear how he uses breathwork and cold water therapy to bring out the best in people. Sam Murray Instagram: @sampson.murray www.thebreathconnection.org The poem at the beginning of this episode is:  The Door Way, By Words For Elysium. Blue Pigment Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/bluepigmentpodcast

I'm getting back it to the podcast after our move to Scotland and so this episode is a monolog where I talk about the functionality of good mental health in the work place. Check it out and please as always let me know what you think, if its positive please like and share. Poem: Final Tour, by Ash Stafford. Ref: mentalhealth.gov thoughtfulleader.com thepeoplespace.com back ground music: https://uppbeat.io/t/brock-hewitt-stories-in-sound/joyful-life License code: JXEBURYSMX0KLEJG Blue Pigment is a platform for talent; a place for undiscovered artists to launch themselves from or just a place for individuals to express themselves. Please ensure you like, share, subscribe, and follow us! www.bluepigment.co.uk www.patreon.com/join/Bluepigment www.instagram.com/blue_pigment_podcast www.facebook.com/BluePigment www.twitter.com/bluepigment1 Spotify: Blue Pigment Podcast Email: bluepigmentpodcast@outlook.com

Award winning public speaker and storyteller Brandi Benson, tell us about her dealings with death, being diagnosed with Sarcoma whilst on tour in Iraq. Her terrifying experience lead her to writing a logbook for her family to read once she had passed away, however Brandi defied the odds and survived, those note from her logbook then became her book "The Enemy Inside Me".   After having to leave the Army due to the Cancer she is now the CEO of Resume-Advantage a company which is still giving back to the military but providing an employment service for both civilians and those transitioning from the military.  Her mission, To provide a blueprint strategy and resources for survivors to take charge of their healing and wellness.     Listen to her inspiring story right here on Blue Pigment Podcast and then go and check out her book "The Enemy Inside Me"    https://www.amazon.co.uk/Enemy-Inside-Me-Brandi-Benson-ebook/dp/B07KCMNK75/ref=sr_1_1?crid=27OIII8D2CVMS&keywords=brandi+benson&qid=1652086364&sprefix=brandi+benson%2Caps%2C75&sr=8-1  The poem for this episode is: A Line In The Sand, by: Clive Sanders.   Find the podcast on a number of platforms via this link. https://linktr.ee/bluepigmentpodcast  Blue Pigment Podcast Sponsored by Huscarl.co.uk   "Wear your heart on your sleeve" #podcast #podcasting #podcastersofinstagram #podcasts #spotify #podcastlife #podcaster #youtube #music #radio #comedy #hiphop #love #applepodcasts #podcasters #podcastshow #itunes #interview #newpodcast #spotifypodcast #entrepreneur #motivation #applepodcast #s #covid #art #radioshow #soundcloud #dj #changingminds

John Parker is a form member of the British Army's Grenadier Guards.  This episode aims to highlight Johns incredibly thoughtful poetry and his business, Ourdentity, a clothing brand that champions equality and acceptance.  check out their great clothing range at www.ourdentity.co.uk Ourdentity is a premium quality clothing brand with meaning and purpose. We provide high quality clothes made in the UK with the environment in mind. When you wear Ourdentity you wear equality, acceptance and the knowledge that you are never alone. “We're all individuals, we're just in it together” Ourdentity has teamed up with The Elliot Project which raises money for people to conduct Mental Health First Aid courses. A percentage of each sale of these hoodies will go to the charity to help fund their outstanding work. There are two poems on the episode, they are: Consent, By John Parker Lifelong War, By John Parker Like, Share, Subscribe. Please find Blue Pigment Podcast on all great podcast providing apps. #metoo #consent #nomeansno #equality #poetry #ourdentity

Meet Alexis, she is former US Navy and a survivor of domestic abuse.  Hear how she uses poetry and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) to focus her mind and improve her PTSD symptoms.  She is an aspiring author and is currently collecting poetry from the coalition forces that served in Iraq and Afghanistan.    This episode comes with a Trigger Warning, as Alexis describes in detail the terrible ordeal that she endured and eventually survived.     Poetry at the beginning of the episode is: She should have slit his throat but instead I made him sandwiches, by Alexis Casiday.    Find Alexis's work on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/harleyqjitsu/  Blue Pigment Podcast Links   Website WWW.BLUEPIGMENT.CO.UK  E-mail bluepigmentpodcast@outlook.com   Patreon site WWW.PATREON.COM/BLUEPIGMENT   Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7ur0H3cZmQXT6QojIqpYXr?si=QkqDwedkTbOV9pYgpdMuzQ&dl_branch=1  Googlepodcast https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy81NzE1MGZkNC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw==  Applepodcast https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/blue-pigment-podcast/id1563482404 Anchor  https://anchor.fm/bluepigmentpodcast  Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3BGztvxCB4wRbNT7Lv0WJA  Pocket Casts https://pca.st/43llk9td  RadioPublic https://radiopublic.com/blue-pigment-podcast-G2llV3  Facebook   https://www.facebook.com/BluePigment  Instagram @blue_pigment_podcast • Instagram photos and videos

Louis Plumridges mission in life is to get the most out of people, especially athletes, utilizing his pass experience as a Royal Engineer Commando, he shows what is possible by leading the way, although he is a coach, he is also getting coached himself to ensure he can be at his best, to delivers the results for his clients.  He is a very motivated person, which is shown through his holding of a world record for the fastest tyre flipping marathon.   check him out on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/louis_plumridge/   and on his own podcast:    Taking Action Podcast   The poem on this podcast is: The heroes once beside me, by John Parker    Blue Pigment Podcast Links  Website WWW.BLUEPIGMENT.CO.UK  E-mail bluepigmentpodcast@outlook.com  Patreon site WWW.PATREON.COM/BLUEPIGMENT  Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7ur0H3cZmQXT6QojIqpYXr?si=QkqDwedkTbOV9pYgpdMuzQ&dl_branch=1  Googlepodcast https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy81NzE1MGZkNC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw==  Applepodcast https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/blue-pigment-podcast/id1563482404  Anchor  https://anchor.fm/bluepigmentpodcast  Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3BGztvxCB4wRbNT7Lv0WJA  Pocket Casts https://pca.st/43llk9td  RadioPublic https://radiopublic.com/blue-pigment-podcast-G2llV3  Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/BluePigment  Instagram @blue_pigment_podcast    #podcast #commando #worldrecord #fitness #fitnesscoach #lifestylecoach #coach #lp #tire #engineer #veteran

Meet Maggie, an Endometriosis (Endo) awareness advocate.  As March is Endo awareness month Maggie has joined me to discuss the daily issues that 1 in 10 people born female have from Endo, it is in the top 20 most painful diseases, Maggie explains how poetry and creativity can help distract or focus the mind away from the pain.     Check out the great awareness work they are doing on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/maggie.writes/       or at their website:  http://maggiebowyer.com/quicklinks/  The poetry on the Episode is: PMDD meet Endometriosis, by Maggie Bowyer.   Blue Pigment Podcast Links   Website WWW.BLUEPIGMENT.CO.UK   E-mail bluepigmentpodcast@outlook.com   Patreon site WWW.PATREON.COM/BLUEPIGMENT   Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7ur0H3cZmQXT6QojIqpYXr?si=QkqDwedkTbOV9pYgpdMuzQ&dl_branch=1  Googlepodcast https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy81NzE1MGZkNC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw==  Applepodcast https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/blue-pigment-podcast/id1563482404  Anchor  https://anchor.fm/bluepigmentpodcast  Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3BGztvxCB4wRbNT7Lv0WJA  Pocket Casts https://pca.st/43llk9td  RadioPublic https://radiopublic.com/blue-pigment-podcast-G2llV3  Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/BluePigment  Instagram @blue_pigment_podcast    #podcast #endo #endowarrior #endometriosis #mentalhealth #creativity #art #poetry #music #singing #changingminds

Neville was raised in South Africa but joined the British Army Fusiliers, he saw active service in Northern Ireland, Iraq and Afghanistan.  When he left the army he returned to Iraq as a Close Protection Operator.     Having a life that requires hypervigilance can be stressful, listen to how Neville uses poetry to help express himself.   Find his work on Instagram and amazon.   https://www.instagram.com/nevillejohnson01/  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09NTLRPPD  Poem at the start of the podcast was, I Am My Nations Warrior by Marty Le Renard.   https://www.instagram.com/poetry.to.slay.demons/  Blue Pigment on Instagram.  https://www.instagram.com/blue_pigment_podcast/   #podcast #podcasting #podcastersofinstagram #podcasts #spotify #podcastlife #podcaster #youtube #music #radio #comedy #hiphop #love #applepodcasts #podcasters #podcastshow #itunes #interview #newpodcast #spotifypodcast #entrepreneur #motivation #applepodcast #s #covid #art #radioshow #soundcloud #dj #bhfyp

Paul Grennell the host of Grappling With Physio Podcast, talks about how Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu can improve your confidence as well as your mental and physical health.  We discuss how almost anyone can get involved.   Music at the beginning of this podcast is: " Trying to find a world that's been and gone",  by Noel Gallagher, covered by Cameron Crease. @ccrease22   Paul Grennell on Instagram: @grappling_with_physio   Grappling with physio podcast on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPxzyOfZCjbkmRbkjRC6qbQ   Grappling with physio podcast can also be found on Spotify, googlepodcasts, apple podcast and many other great podcast providers.   Blue Pigment Podcast Link: linktr.ee/bluepigmentpodcast

Blue Pigment Podcast #31 Part #2 Nick Dunn, Ex Paratrooper, Ex Maritime Security, one of the Chennai 6, Author of Surviving Hell and public speaker:    https://www.amazon.co.uk/Surviving-Hell-brutal-Chennai-prisoner/dp/1912624958/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3NCOAML5MP8ZF&keywords=surviving+hell+nick+dunn&qid=1642376252&sprefix=serviving+he%2Caps%2C817&sr=8-1  'Truly remarkable' DAMIEN LEWIS   Trapped in a living nightmare, former-para Nick Dunn, one of the 'Chennai Six', was wrongly imprisoned in an Indian jail.  While battling to be heard both at home and abroad, Nick summoned the resilience and endurance of his elite training to survive inhumane conditions, keep himself alive and fight for his right to return home.   Now, he tells his full story of struggle and survival.

Blue Pigment Podcast #31 Part #1 Nick Dunn, Ex Paratrooper, Ex Maritime Security, one of the Chennai 6, Author of Surviving Hell and public speaker Blue Pigment Podcast #31 Part #1 Nick Dunn, Ex Paratrooper, Ex Maritime Security, one of the Chennai 6, Author of Surviving Hell and public speaker: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Surviving-Hell-brutal-Chennai-prisoner/dp/1912624958/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3NCOAML5MP8ZF&keywords=surviving+hell+nick+dunn&qid=1642376252&sprefix=serviving+he%2Caps%2C817&sr=8-1 'Truly remarkable' DAMIEN LEWIS Trapped in a living nightmare, former-para Nick Dunn, one of the 'Chennai Six', was wrongly imprisoned in an Indian jail. While battling to be heard both at home and abroad, Nick summoned the resilience and endurance of his elite training to survive inhumane conditions, keep himself alive and fight for his right to return home. Now, he tells his full story of struggle and survival.

Episode #30 with Caroline Walsh, a great talk discussing the highs and lows of her military career and how she uses creativity in writing and comedy to bring some closure to her unfair past.     Check out the full story in this page turner, titled Fairly Smooth Operator.  https://www.amazon.co.uk/Fairly-Smoot...  also find her on Instagram: @carolinenoelle_art   for more comedy from Caroline: www.asapasap.org

Fitness and nutrition ambassador Mitch, discusses the mental health benefits of being active and talks about the fire service and mental wellbeing. Intsa: @mitchstafford_ehn all links: linktr.ee/mitchstafford Poem: Sea Soldiers, by Word For Elysium  www.huscarl.co.uk www.patreon.com/bluepigment www.bluepigment.co.uk   

An episode dedicated to Remembrance day, with all of the talent that has been found so far with references to remembrance day. Lots of poems and music to help us all reflect. Featuring Poems: The Door Way, by Words for Elysium Remember, by Ben Taylor (Yorkshire prose) In Flanders Fields, by Col John McCrae The Unknown Warrior, by Clive Sanders Change, by Erin Hanson Songs from: Singing for the angels, by Ash Baker In Flanders Fields, Performed by Trina Fraser Remembrance parade song, by David Lilburn MBE (Produced by MVCA) D-Day Blues, by Amberley and the Bear #BluePigment #Pigment #Podcast #BluePigmentPodcast #Art #Music #Poet #Poetry #Rhyme #Singing #Singer #Singers #band #spotify #rss #outube #upandcoming #new #newpodcast #patreon #patron #entertainment #entertainer #monolog #godaddy #ash #soundcloud #remembrance #veteran

Episode #27 with El Che, talking about one of his incredibly thought provoking poems and his service within the Army and Police. For more from El Che stay tuned to the podcast. El Che's suggested charity https://www.forgottenveteransuk.com/ The poem at the beginning of the interview is called Scared Stiff by El Che The Music at the beginning of the podcast is All that she wants by Ace of Base, performed by Cameron Crease https://www.instagram.com/ccrease22/ #music #poet #poetry #singer #dance #allthatshewants #scared #podcast #radio #creativity #art #show #mentalhealth #changingminds #bluepigment

Golf War 1, Operation Desert Storm veteran and poet Tom Murray discusses creativity and War. For more from Tom go to www.thoughtsofajock.com The Poetry at the beginning of the episode is: Free Spirit by Word For Elysium. The Poetry at the end of the episode is: Military Dads by Tom Murray.

Meet Suzie the CEO of Military Veterans Creative Arts (MVCA) a CIC. A lovely person doing great things for the forces community. Check out their great work at www.mvcacare.org Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXaSyFTXJxNICYccD4d83qg Poem for this episode: War Is Kind by Steven Crane Read by Tom O'Bedlam https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a3w1c0cgZBI&t=22s

Two Infantry guys talking about mental ill health, and Hugh's road to recovery.  Hugh on Instagram: @highland_mental_health_blog Poem: Man down Man down. by: Tom Murray

Featured on this Podcast: Sophia Naji Go to www.Patreon.com/bluepigment to support the Podcast. Instagram: @Blue_Pigment_Podcast Listen again on Spotify.

Featured on this episode: David Brain, former Royal Marine, Falklands veteran, song writer, chairman of the RMA Gig club. To donate and/or buy the song go to: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/seashanty?fbclid=IwAR3lZCV2RuC6kr3n6X7Kheme1-61LazNZd2aSqtEpnBIhvxfICEAA6By7U4 For more information on the Gig club go to: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2-O_2ikwfwb-P2To3S7Xuw Poem featured on the episode: I Need A Man By Clive Sanders. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Military-Verse-Poems-theme/dp/1533603669/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=clive+sanders&qid=1628858768&sr=8-1

Featured on this episode: Graham Cullis   www.instagram.com/grahamcullis www.facebook.com/grahamcullisart www.patreon.com/Grahamcullisart    Please check out the Tidal Change Documentary project on https://www.tidalchangemind.com/ Poetry By Words For Elysium (Insta @wordsforelysium)

Trying to find a world that's been and gone, By Noel Gallagher, covered by Cameron Crease. This performance featured on episode #32

Warning Graphic! She should have slit his throat but instead I made him sandwiches, by Alexis Casiday. This poem featured on episode #36

The Heroes Once Beside Me, By John Parker This poem featured on episode #35

Consent, By John Parker This poem featured on episode #37

Life Long War, By John Parker This poem features on episode #37

A Line In The Sand , By Clive Sanders This poem featured on episode #38

All that she wants by Ace of Base, performed by Cameron Crease This performance is featured in episode #27

Blood Brother, by Ash Stafford Poem featured on episode #30

Sea Soldiers, by Word For Elysium Poem featured on episode #29

Change, by Erin Hanson Featured on episode #28

The Unknown Warrior, by Clive Sanders This poem featured on episode #28

Free Spirit by Word For Elysium Poem featured on episode #26

War is Kind by Stephen Crane This poem featured on Episode #25

Ghosts Beneath Their Eyes, By Charlotte Stafford  This poem featured on episode 23

I Need A Man by Clive Sanders This poem featured on episode 22

Poetry By Words For Elysium (Insta @wordsforelysium) This poem featured on Episode 21.

For details on any of the talent featured in season 1 please write to me at BLUEPIGMENTPODCAST@OUTLOOK.COM Blue Pigment is a platform for talent; a place for undiscovered artists to launch themselves from or just a place for individuals to express themselves. Please ensure you like, share, subscribe, and follow us! www.bluepigment.co.uk www.patreon.com/join/Bluepigment www.instagram.com/blue_pigment_podcast www.facebook.com/BluePigment www.twitter.com/bluepigment1 Spotify: Blue Pigment Podcast Email: bluepigmentpodcast@outlook.com

For the best of this episode head to YouTube for my first full length Video Podcast with some awesome video's from the performers. Dear Mom Words by David Lilburn MBE. Sung by Stevie Boreham. Arrangement, instruments, mixed and video by Sam Holloway. Composed and produced by Suzie Stanford. Thank you to my song-writing coach Jane Taylor. Suzie Stanford © (P) 2018 MILITARY VETERANS CREATIVE ARTS C.I.C.(12229585) PayPal donate link. https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_... Remembrance parade Song credits: Words by Veteran - David Lilburn Female Vocal - Petra Coase Male vocal - Cain Leathem Boy vocal - Oscar William Leathem Piano performed by - Jane Taylor Bagpipe and Flutes - Lelnick Mixed and mastered by Trust Media UK Female recorded at - James Asher at Starfield Studios Male and Boy vocal - recorded by Cain Leathem Credits to the video Thank you to Oscar William Leathem the young lad and Cain Leathem. Thanks to Matt Lightfoot for the photos and video footage and Sgt. Steve Warren for lending the medals. Thank you Trust Media UK for creating the video. Suzie Stanford © MVCA Production 2020 MILITARY VETERANS CREATIVE ARTS C.I.C (12229585) Blue Pigment is a platform for talent; a place for undiscovered artists to launch themselves from or just a place for individuals to express themselves. Please ensure you like, share, subscribe, and follow us! https://www.youtube.com/results?searc... www.bluepigment.co.uk www.patreon.com/join/Bluepigment www.instagram.com/blue_pigment_podcast www.facebook.com/BluePigment www.twitter.com/bluepigment1 Spotify: Blue Pigment Podcast Email: bluepigmentpodcast@outlook.com

Killing Time By Amberley and the Bear This performance featured on Blue Pigment Podcast season 1 episode 18.

By Amberley & the Bear. This song is 1 of 2 by Amberley & the Bear that featured on Blue Pigment Podcast season 1 episode 18.

Listen to this song ''D-Day Blues'' what a treat and a MUST listen to piece of art. Incredible. Featured in this episode: Amberley & The Bear Blue Pigment is a platform for talent; a place for undiscovered artists to launch themselves from or just a place for individuals to express themselves. Please ensure you like, share, subscribe, and follow us! www.bluepigment.co.uk www.patreon.com/join/Bluepigment www.instagram.com/blue_pigment_podcast www.facebook.com/BluePigment www.twitter.com/bluepigment1 Spotify: Blue Pigment Podcast Email: bluepigmentpodcast@outlook.com

Zombie, by the cranberries, performed by Charlie Gallagher. This performance was featured on blue pigment podcast season 1 episode 17.

Meet Charlie an all round great guy with drive and ambition to succeed, watch this space. Blue Pigment is a platform for talent; a place for undiscovered artists to launch themselves from or just a place for individuals to express themselves. Please ensure you like, share, subscribe, and follow us! Featured on this episode: Charlie Gallagher https://www.instagram.com/forces_art_/ https://www.instagram.com/_huscarl_/ https://www.instagram.com/_huscarl_stickers_/ www.bluepigment.co.uk www.patreon.com/join/Bluepigment www.instagram.com/blue_pigment_podcast www.facebook.com/BluePigment www.twitter.com/bluepigment1 Spotify: Blue Pigment Podcast Email: bluepigmentpodcast@outlook.com

Head to YouTube to see the best of this episode and the great videos that go with these awesome tracks from MVCA. Blue Pigment is a platform for talent; a place for undiscovered artists to launch themselves from or just a place for individuals to express themselves. Please ensure you like, share, subscribe, and follow us! https://www.youtube.com/results?searc... www.bluepigment.co.uk www.patreon.com/join/Bluepigment www.instagram.com/blue_pigment_podcast www.facebook.com/BluePigment www.twitter.com/bluepigment1 Spotify: Blue Pigment Podcast Email: bluepigmentpodcast@outlook.com

Loads of music from MVCA coming soon, what a fantastic organization, go and check out their work, after listening to the episode obviously :) Blue Pigment is a platform for talent; a place for undiscovered artists to launch themselves from or just a place for individuals to express themselves. Please ensure you like, share, subscribe, and follow us! https://www.youtube.com/results?searc... www.bluepigment.co.uk www.patreon.com/join/Bluepigment www.instagram.com/blue_pigment_podcast www.facebook.com/BluePigment www.twitter.com/bluepigment1 Spotify: Blue Pigment Podcast Email: bluepigmentpodcast@outlook.com