This Podcast is a conversation about Surfing, Brazilian JiuJitsu, MMA, Military topics and general greatness people have achieved. Plus a whole host of randomness.
Surfing, MMA, BJJ, Military Stories and Conversations
Chris Burns is black belt under Rickson Gracie. In the podcast Chris discussed his life in Sydney, Australia, his journey into jujitsu, and the importance of mastering martial arts fundamentals. Chris and Adz also discussed the evolution of martial arts training, the relationship between martial arts and social media, and the focus on self-defence principles rather than sport-oriented techniques. Chris is a great character, charismatic and passionate about what he does which shows through his social media videos. You and see Chris though the below links. Insta - @chrisbonesjj @zeropointsydney (his academy) The BJJ Project -https://www.thebjjproject.com/
Embark on a journey of self-discovery and resilience as Adz and Damo delve into the world of entrepreneurship and the unique challenges faced by those who dare to build their own paths. From the struggles of setting up a business to the importance of pausing and appreciating achievements, this discussion sheds light on the often-overlooked need for self-reflection and celebration in the pursuit of success. Discover the cultural differences in acknowledging success and the vital role of community support among small business owners. We also explore the parallels between business and the physically demanding sport of Brazilian Jiujitsu, highlighting how both require grit, determination, and the ability to adapt to challenges. Hear personal stories of overcoming injuries, cancer and the mental anchors that sports like Jiujitsu and surfing provide, offering not just physical fitness but also mental well-being. Whether you're an entrepreneur, an athlete, or someone striving for personal growth, find inspiration in the stories of perseverance and the power of community in this engaging conversation.
Merry Christmas to you all, this week Adz and Chris delve into a few subject of jiujitsu and grappling. They talk about BJJ belt jealousy, training music, training consistency, YouTube vs Paid Content and there favourite grapplers. Enjoy Baby, HO HO HO.
James Malone is a Former Royal Marine Commando and served 4 years in the Corps. James served on Operation Herrick 9 where half of his section were either killed or injured during the tour. Since leaving James had a varying number of jobs but went back to his calling of film making. He currently is in the final stages of his newest film Once We Were Warriors. This is the films premise: “10 years after the end of operations in Afghanistan, a team of veterans turned filmmakers set out to discover what veteran aftercare truly looks like after conflict. They unearth stories of redemption, redefinition and resilience not only from the people they meet but within themselves.” Adz and James chat about life in the Royal Marines and different firefight stories, life as a civilian, and dealing with memories that will last a lifetime. Enjoy this was a interesting chat with a great guy !
This week Adz and Steve delve into a cool conversation on why surfers lie about their surfing ability, transitioning from beginner to a competent surfer, why we surf and the benefits. Adz also describes an experience with a shark attaxk in New Zealand and much much more. Enjoy
Grappling with Chris & Adz focuses on the world of grappling. In this new segment podcast Chris & Adz chat about : Gradings ( the thing your not supposed to talk about in BJJ), Getting new people to train in your gym New students rolling vs coloured belts rolling Training at 100% vs training at 50% This was a fun podcast to do, so please enjoy, leave a review and comment on our socials, feedback makes us better.
We are back, and I have a Co-Host for the surfing episodes in the form of Steve Hayes. Steve has surfed all over the world from Indonesia to Hawaii. The combination of our stories and life experiences will be a platform for some great stories. In this episode we talk about why the podcast has had time off, wipeouts and some war stories. Enjoy.
James Stott is a former Royal Marines Commando. Best know for reaching the finals of Britains Got Talent in 2020 for being a fantastic and entertaining magician. James and Adz delve into how James became interested in magic, became a Royal Marines Commando in the golden age of war fighting for a generation, and how these paths have led him down a more spiritual path with meditation, breath-work and the outdoors being his passion to help others. Please leave some feedback if you enjoy the conversation on our social platforms or with James.
TRIGGER WARNINGS Micheal Weetman is the head of a Charitable organisation called Roll to Recovery. RtoR was created to help people deal with alcohol, substance miss use and mental health through the art of Submission grappling. Micheal is also a Army Veteran, Adz and Mike talk in depth of some ways to deal with addiction, mental health whilst pursuing the art of jiujitsu and grappling. They also chat about the joys of life after the military and what keeps them sane ! Enjoy
Pat Langdon Dark is a Professional Surfer. Originating from Porthcawl in Wales, Pat rips, currently on the Great Britain Surf team, Pat speaks to Adz from a surf camp in Portugal. Adz and Pat talk about Kelly Slaters retirement, surf coaching, WQS, Olympics and a plethora of other subjects. Enjoy.
Adam Norris is a North Devon based photographer/videographer. Over the last few years he has grown in popularity and creating some amazing surf footage that is moody, moving and inspiring. In the podcast Adz and Adam talk about his journey into ocean photography, his gear he uses and how he has been able to film some of the most iconic surfers the UK like Reuben Ash, Josh Ash, Stanley Norman, Will Baily, Dan Joel, Ben Skinner, Lucas Skinner to name but a few. Enjoy this one its a insight into the world of surf photography all us surfers love to hate haha. Offshore Photography website HERE Offshore Photography YouTube Channel HERE
Sam Chidwick is a Podiatrist, BJJ Purple Belt, Surfer and the owner of Warrior Grips, as sock designed to reduce the risk of ankle and foot injuries in a plethora of sports. Ads and Sam discuss injuries in surfing and BJJ and q host of other subjects. Enjoy. Warrior Grips Link HERE
Earlier this week, I had the privilege of speaking with Dr. Wallace J. Nichols, the marine biologist who coined the term “Blue Mind.” His groundbreaking research has uncovered a variation of ways in which our connection to water profoundly impacts our well-being and cognitive abilities. Through his book “Blue Mind : How Water Makes You Happier, More Connected and Better at What You Do" Dr Nichols has brought attention to the therapeutic benefits of water environments. Adz and Dr Nichols talk about the mental aspect of water, surfing and the mental health benefits of water based activities. Happy Listening, its a great one. Dr Wallace J Nichols book Blue Mind link HERE
Liz McConaghy is from a small town in County Down Noethan Ireland, spent a total of seventeen years flying with the RAF's Chinook Fleet. Aged just 21, she was the youngest aircrew member to deploy to Iraq and was also the only female crewman' on the Chinook wing for four years. Liz became the longest serving female chinook crew member and during her career deployed to Afghanistan ten times. Liz is also the author of “Chinook Crew ‘Chick': Highs and Lows of Forces Life from the Longest Serving Female RAF Chinook Force Crew member. Liz and Adz talk all things military from potential paths crossed in war zones, fighting, casualties and the toll and sacrifice that is sometimes the untold and hidden result of exposure to conflict and war. Mental health is a key thing in todays society so I hope this resinates with some of you. Chinook Crew Chick - By Liz on Amazon, LINK HERE
Anthony Mullally is a breathwork practitioner. A former Professional Rugby League player now retired, found breathwork as a performance enhancing and wellness tool he utilised during his career. He now teaches breathwork to Professional Surfers, Pro Grapplers, Olympians and Corporations. His no nonsense approach to wellness makes Ant very unique and inclusive to everyone. Ant and Adz delve into how Ant now teaches breathwork, surfing, grappling and a plethora of other subjects. A very thought provoking episode, please give some feedback on this one. Anthony's website - https://www.anthonymullally.com/ Anthony on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mullally91/
Dan Bassett is a unique guy, a former Royal Navy serviceman, old school Mixed Martial Arts fighter, Close Protection Officer and Owner of Mr Bassets Grapplers Soap. In the podcast Dan and Adz chat about how Dan used to take MMA fights after limited training as he "just used to like a scrap". A little on life and philosophy and how he started a business in Grappling Soap. This was a fun one to do and Dan is a unique character. Be sure to check his soap out in the below link. Enjoy ! Mr Bassett's Grappling Soap link HERE
Leigh Remedios is a pioneer of grappling and MMA in the UK. He started training martial arts back in the early 1990's and fought his first MMA pro fight circa 1997. He is the epitome of a modern day grappling guru. He now teaches, trains and competes on numerous events still, also being asked to teach at seminars all over the world. Leigh and I delve into the intricacies of grappling, gym affiliations and politics, I also gets told off for not learning leg locks earlier in my BJJ journey. Leigh was a fantastic guest and opened my eyes to a few things.
Nick Tiscoe is a Brazilan Jiujitsu Black Belt under Maricio Gomes and Kevin Capel, he runs his own academy in Newquay, Cornwall North Shore Jiujitsu. Newquay is renowned for being the surfing mecca here in the UK and is an apt place for Nick to live and have his academy located. I say this as Nick was also a Professional free surfer and is still chasing waves today. In this conversation Adz and nick delve into surfing and Jiujitsu cultures, the changes over the last 10-15 years and the amazing correlation between BJJ and Surfing. North Shore Jiujitsu Link HERE
One of the most influential Martial Artists of the past two decades, John Will's accomplishments within the industry are prolific. In the seventies and early eighties he trained extensively throughout Indonesia, Thailand, India and Japan. He was a multi-style Black Belt back when such things just did not happen. In the 80's he founded Blitz, Australia's Leading Martial Arts Magazine, which has since grown to dominate the marketplace here in Australasia. In the late 80's he switched focus to the USA, where he began training with the likes of World Kickboxing Champion, Benny ‘the Jet' Urquidez, Gene LeBell, the Gracies and Machado brothers. After several training trips to Brazil and numerous more to LA, John introduced the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to Australian shores and in 1997 was awarded his BJJ Black Belt by the Machado's. In the podcast Adz and John talk about the early days of BJJ, some cool stories of his jiujitsu journey and how grappling can be incorporated into public services. Enjoy this one !
Beau Bromham is talking to Adz this week. Beau is a North Devon, UK surfing performance coach that is working as part of the English Surf Team to develop young groms to smash it on the big stage of surf competition. Beau is also a Brazilian Jiujitsu Blue Belt under Yama Jiujitsu. Beau is a former British Surf Team member and competitor himself, along as being a RNLI Beach Lifeguard. In the podcast this week Beau and Adz delve into the complexities of the British Surf scene, surf coaching, funding for the English Surf Team and a little bit about Jiujitsu. Beau Performance Coaching (LINK HERE) OMBE Surf (LINK HERE)
Sidmouth UK Surfers Liam Morgan and Will Foster run a mindfulness podcast called The Mindful Surfer Podcast. In the podcast Adz, Liam and Will approach the subjects of surfing mindfulness, getting stoked of rubbish waves, line-up vibes, equipment and some other weird and wonderful tangents. Let those eardrums get massaged and soothed by some bumbling lyrical gangstery !
Tom Barlow is on the podcast with Adz this week. The delve into subjects of BJJ Academy business, commentating, jiujitsu styles and a host of other random stuff. Tom Barlow has been active in the UK BJJ scene and the international competitive jiu jitsu circuit for more than a decade. He received his black belt in 2011 from Braulio Estima, and has trained all over the world with greats like Eric Paulson, Andre Galvao, Rafa and Gui Mendes, and Otavio Sousa, among others. Tom has been very successful in competitive BJJ as well. He is a three-time No-Gi World Champion at featherweight, European Champion, and has competed in a number of professional, submission-only events like the Polaris Pro and Tuff– you also might recognise him as a recurring commentator for Polaris. Enjoy
Pete Maguire is a fascinating character, he has spent a lifetime surfing with some of surfings most iconic surfers, practicing Brazilian Jiujitsu with Rickson Gracie and becoming a black belt in BJJ through Rickson. Pete has written some very thought provoking books such as Law and War, Facing Death in Cambodia, Thai Stick – Surfers, Scammers and the Untold Story of the Marijuana Trade, and most recently ghost writing Rickson Gracies Biography, Breath. Adz and Pete talk, surf, jiujitsu, politics and a bunch of other random yarns. Enjoy this one, it was a blast ! Pete's blog webpage Sour Milk : LINK
Luke Hardacre is part of the OMBE Team, he works behind the scenes as a surf coach and is the host of the OMBE Podcast, In-Depth. Adz and Luke talk surf technique, line-ups, Adz rubbish surfing and much much more.................
Craig Hanaumi is a Brazilian Jiujitsu brown belt under Rener and Ryron Gracie, a Bellevue Police Officer, and a life long skateboarder. The work he does for his community may be a unique approach but I believe he does one of the best jobs of humanising the United States Police Force and outreach to remind people that officers are people too and on their side. To add to these accolades, he uses his social media platform to show how jiujitsu can be used in an arrest and restraint situation. One of the most fascinating conversations I have had. OMBE Surf Programs click the link HERE (10% discount code in the podcast)
Marty Wilkin is a former Royal Marine, he has seen action in Northern Ireland, the Falkland Islands and Afghanistan. This is his story of the Falklands War. In the spring of 1982, thousands of British forces travelled to the remote, bleak Falkland Islands off the east coast of South America in response to an invasion by Argentine forces. Carried by a mighty task force of Royal Navy vessels and Royal Fleet Auxiliary support ships, and assisted by cruise liners, tankers, cargo vessels and even tugs, 27,000 women and men were mobilised. As winter descended on the South Atlantic, a bitter war raged for six weeks, resulting in the liberation and re-capturing of the Falkland Islands. This was one of the most amazing conversations I have been part of to date, half way through I just button my mouth and listen. Enjoy !
Darren Yeoman is a Brazilian Jiujitsu Black Belt and owner of Fightworx Martial Arts Academy in Torquay UK. Darren has nearly 24 years in martial arts experience. In the podcast Adz and Darren chat about Jiujitsu politics, setting up Jiujitsu gyms, a fighters mindset and the philosophy behind it. Fightworx Martial Arts Academy link HERE Surfers Life Club link HERE (Discount code in podcast) OMBE Surf Programs click the link HERE (10% discount code in the podcast)
Steve Gwenin was senior manager of a mid-sized business, he found his surf time compromised and grew frustrated by work, family commitments and by himself! Steve realised he was no longer being who he wanted to be. He stepped away from his role and company to re-shape his life and dedicate more of his time to surfing, and to his family. Questions from other surfers led him to sharing experience and developing Surfers Life Club, and the FaceBook community Work Less Surf More. Both are communities of senior managers and founders who surf, and both help them to work less and surf more. Steve has over 20 years experience in senior management and leadership in the personal and professional development sector, and is a qualified and experienced Coaching Master, NLP practitioner, Mentor, Instructor and Train the Trainer. Through hundreds of conversations, Steve has identified the key choices we make that stop us surfing and alternative choices and actions we can still take to get our lives back on track and us back in the water. He helps others who want to re-shape their lives and start living the surfers dream. Surfers Life Club link HERE (Discount code in podcast) OMBE Surf Programs click the link HERE (10% discount code in the podcast)
Welcome back to Part 2 with Dan Thornton. Adz and Dan talk more military stories, surfing and how Dan got into Brazilian Jiujitsu and Cyber Security. Dans Cyber Security Business Goldphish, Link HERE OMBE Surf Programs click the link HERE (10% discount code in the podcast)
Dan Thornton is no ordinary human being, he has had an extraordinary life, growing up In South Africa and traveling the world surfing. He is also a former Royal Marine Commando Officer, with operational experience in Afghanistan and Iraq. A Veteran of Maritime and Oil Security, a true soldier of fortune. He now lives in SA in Cape St Francis with his family, surfing Jeffreys Bay and training Brazilian Jiujitsu, whilst running a Cyber Security Business. In Part 1 of this fascinating conversation, Adz and Dan reminisce about the early days in the Royal Marines, and Dans surfing exploits as a grom. Dans Cyber Security Business Goldphish, Link HERE OMBE Surf Programs click the link HERE (10% discount code in the podcast)
Zoe Smith is an English Adaptive Surfer on the English Surf team. Adz and Zoe talk about how Zoe became a below the knee amputee and how she over came her adversities to become a surfer. Adz and Zoe also talk about the Adaptive Surf competitions and the community surrounding the comps. OMBE Surf Programs click the link HERE (10% discount code in the podcast)
Caroline Walsh is a former US Coast Guardsman/woman, she served with the CIA as a intelligence analyst and Officer, a life long surfer who has had her ups and downs in her life. Caroline has also published a book called "Fairly Smooth Operator : My Life Occasionally at the Tip of the Spear" Now currently working at the University of San Diego with the Veterans Program, Caroline talks to Adz about her career highlights, surfing and women empowerment. Carolines book Fairly Smooth Operator : My Life Occasionally at the Tip of the Spear link HERE OMBE Surf Programs click the link HERE (10% discount code in the podcast)
Joanna Ziobronowicz is a Rodger Gracie Black Belt. In this conversation we talk about women empowerment, discrimination and highs and lows of changing career paths, as well as Jiujitsu and coaching. Enjoy.
Luke Egan is one of Australia's greatest surfers who was on the Association of Surfing Professionals tour (Now WSL Championship Tour) for 22 years, winning 4 world tour events, finishing runner up twice and finished in the top 5 ASP rankings on 5 occasions. Away from the sport he had an extensive career at Billabong while also transitioned into high level coaching, TV commentary and entrepreneurship. Adz and Luke talk career transitions, World Tour Stories and much more ……. OMBE Surf Programs click the link HERE (10% discount code in the podcast)
Emile Ghessen is British conflict documentary journalist and reporter. He joined the Royal Marine Commandos as a young man and saw action in Afghanistan and Iraq. He also worked as a recruit instructor and travelled the world on various military exercises. Now he is an expert film maker and journalist, embedding himself into hot zones of irregular conflict and warfare. His film making travels have taken him to Iraq, Syria, Ukraine and Armenia to cover conflict on the front lines and understand those who fight in these wars. Emile and Adz discuss Emiles new documentary 45 Days, how he got in to documentary film making, also a few tales of days gone by. Enjoy ! Emiles Website link HERE 45 Days Documentary link HERE Emiles YouTube Channel HERE Dont Argue With Stupid People Podcast link HERE
Eric Davies is a man who has followed his dreams and passions. Started surfing in the late 1960s, traveling Europe and Africa in the early days of surfing, searching for perfect points and beaches to ride waves. He also become a sponsored Skier for the Ski brand Salomon and ended up working for them for nearly 40 years. Talking to Eric, you find a humbleness only found by few humans that have done the things he has done and achieved. Now 70 years old, Eric recalls some amazing stories, past and present. Eric is a true inspiration. OMBE Surf Programs click the link HERE (10% discount code in the podcast) Erics Youtube Channel Link HERE Jack Bessent short Version HERE
Stuart Cooper is a Jiu Jitsu Black Belt and a World renowned videographer who runs his own YouTube Channel Stuart Cooper Films. He travelled the World living the Jiu Jitsu lifestyle for 10 plus years before settling down in Vancouver, Canada where he now has his own Jiu Jitsu team called SCJJ. During his travels Stuart had the chance to meet and train with the very best Jiu Jitsu athletes on the planet. He travelled to over 15 countries consuming as much knowledge as possible. Stuart was a semi finalist in the Boa Super 8 tournament in Melbourne, Australia and has competed in some big Super fights on the English promotion Grapplefest. Stuart has also coached at 2 of the biggest MMA gyms in the world. He taught at Evolve MMA in Singapore in 2016 and then became the head Jiu Jitsu coach of the World famous Tiger Muay Thai in 2017 where he had the chance to work with many famous UFC Athletes such as Valentina Shevchenko, Petr Yan, Alex Volkanovski, Mairbek Taisumov, Timothy Nastyuken and Dan Hooker. Adz and Stuart talk all things Jiujitsu, lifestyle and ADCC, where he gained his fame from videoing and creating film edits of the worlds best Jiujitsu practitioners. Stuart Cooper Films Youtube channel link HERE Instagram link HERE Braw Surf online store Link HERE (20% code in the podcast.) OMBE Surf Programs click the link HERE (10% discount code in the podcast)
Tom Hewitt MBE is the Founder and Director of Surfers Not Street Children.. Surfers Not Street Children is a world renowned organisation that empowers street children and children at risk in South Africa and Mozambique through the power of Surfing. Tom is an outstanding character, he is passionate and his devotion to his charity, his family and surfing is a credit to him. It was a privilege to talk to Tom and I feel very humble to have shared a surf or two with him and a this podcast. Surfers Not Street Children Link HERE Braw Surf online store Link HERE (20% code in the podcast.) OMBE Surf Programs click the link HERE (10% discount code in the podcast)
Anthony Laye is a UK native living his best life on the Gold Coast in Australia. In this podcast Ant and Adz talk about how Ant has become a renowned Mentalist & Magician, Keynote Speaker and Presenter of one of the best beginner and intermediate surfing programs on the market, OMBE 12 Week Surf Program. Enjoy and have a very Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year. TGSP will be back on the 3rd January 2022 Northcore Link HERE (Promotion code for 15% off in podcast !) Braw Surf online store Link HERE (20% code in the podcast.) OMBE Surf Programs click the link HERE (10% discount code in the podcast)
Ben Rueth is a former sponsored surfer, Royal Marines Commando Veteran and owner of his own Jiujitsu Academy in North Devon, United Kingdom. Adz and Ben talk about how surfing in Hawaii sparked Bens passion and addiction for training Jiujitsu, after a series of events Ben decided to join the Royal Marines Commandos. He tells how he became medically discharged and how he turned an injury into a business through opening his own Jiujitsu Academy, Yama Jiujitsu. Ben is a truly an inspirational character and someone I am proud to call a friend, his dedication and drive for his passions and loves should inspire others to follow their dreams. YAMA Jiujitsu Link HERE Northcore Link HERE (Promotion code for 15% off in podcast !) Braw Surf online store Link HERE (20% code in the podcast.) OMBE Surf Programs click the link HERE (10% discount code in the podcast)
Scott Rannochan competed at the highest level of surfing, making it to the World Qualifying series in the late 90s early 00s, competing and training with the likes of Joel Parkinson. After competing as the high end professional surfer he found his calling in surf coaching, which is where we find him now. Scott is a charismatic, enthusiastic and very funny guy, this was one of my favourite podcasts to record Enjoy My Surf Lessons, Scotts Online Tutorials, Link HERE Northcore Link HERE (Promotion code for 15% off in podcast !) Braw Surf online store Link HERE (20% code in the podcast.) OMBE Surf Programs click the link HERE (10% discount code in the podcast)
(Edit error, Clayton is a South African native, not an Aussie as I stated in the intro !) This weeks podcast is with surf coach, surfboard shaper, and former World Qualifier Series surfer and owner of OMBE Surf, Clayton Nienaber. Adz and Clayton talk about shaping surfboards, board design, how to surf on rail, how Clayton came into surf coaching. Also Adz and Clayton talk biomechanical movement translations that tap into a wave's energy, turning using centrifugal force, they also have a discussion on riding single fins and twin fins. These are but a few of the conversations that are packing into this in-depth surf technique episode. Enjoy Northcore Link HERE (Promotion code for 15% off in podcast !) Braw Surf online store Link HERE (20% code in the podcast.) OMBE Surf Programs click the link HERE (10% discount code in the podcast)
Crest Podcast and Pagans Boys Crossover Edition : TGSP has been huge fans of the Crest Podcast since it's debut moment, so I simply had to do a crossover episode. And why not make it a triple? Also joining TGSP and Crest, for this fetish of surfing talk are the 'Pagans', Pat Langdon-Dark, Callum Thomas and Logan Nicol. In this three-way surfing extravaganza, the Crest Podcast, TGSP and Pagans embark on a review of the 2021 international pro surfing season, followed by a pertinent discussion about what an up-and-coming surfer from the British Isles might need to do if they want to get to the next stage. Given the Pagans are there or thereabouts themselves in the competitive world, and the Crest guys Tom and Rhino have a close bond with the Porthcawl locals (being a local themselves) makes a compelling and humorous episode. Enjoy Grumpians Produced by James Dodd & Adz Lison Artwork by GS Design Co & Russ Taylor Music Copyright James Dodd 2021 Northcore Link HERE (Promotion code for 15% off in podcast !) Braw Surf online store Link HERE (20% code in the podcast.) Crest Podcast Link HERE Pagan Boys YouTube Channel HERE
Jordan Desborough is a Royal Marine Commando, but before he achieved one of his life goals, he was a Professional MMA fighter. He fought in the UKs biggest promotion, Cage Warriors and also fought for the Bantamweight Title. In the podcast Jordan talks about the wild west days of the early UK MMA scene, and why he left a professional career as a MMA fighter and joined the Royal Marines. Northcore Link HERE (Promotion code for 15% off in podcast !) Braw Surf online store Link HERE (20% code in the podcast.)
Coming to you from Guam, Micronesia and a US territory between the Philippines and Hawaii. Adz talks about Guam, its surf breaks and locals. A little about the WSL Finals (more in depth conversation to come) and the recent English Nationals results. Northcore Link HERE (Promotion code for 15% off in podcast !) Braw Surf online store Link HERE (20% code in the podcast.)
Rus McDonagh is a vanlifer, Vloger, Coffee Company owner and a Podcast host. Rus is a very unique guy, after serving in the Royal Marines, then being employed as a soldier of fortune on the Close Protection Circuit, he decided to leave war fighting behind and start a Coffee Company. Not only that, he also decided to sell his house and travel the world with his wife and two dogs. Rus owns Green Beret Coffee Company, the host of YouTube Vlog, The Nomadic Veteran and podcast host to Those Vegan Veterans Podcast. This is his Story ! Green Beret Coffee Co (best coffee I have tasted ) link HERE Nomadic Veteran YouTube Vlog, link HERE Those Vegan Veterans Podcast link HERE Northcore Link HERE (Promotion code for 15% off in podcast !) Braw Surf online store Link HERE (20% code in the podcast.)
Martin Pollock is an Army Veteran and Ambassador of Operation Surf. Martin suffered the loss of 3 limbs after an IED strike in Helmand Province, Afghanistan. Martin tells the story of how he found surfing and how the lifestyle, culture and ocean have helped him through a harrowing time. Find Martin on Instagram under @1limbsurfer Also check his Youtube Channel out HERE Operation Surf link HERE Northcore Link HERE (Promotion code for 15% off in podcast !) Braw Surf online store Link HERE (20% code in the podcast.)
Micah Nickens is the Marketing Director for Global surf brand Dakine. He is a humble Hawaiian, a family man, and an amazing surfer. Micah was one of the innovators or aerial surfing in the 90s and early 00s and has influenced a generation. He is also an Uncle in his local community and coaches the likes of current WSL Women's World No 1 and Olympic Gold Medalist Carrissa Moore and former WSL Mens World Champion John John Florence. Adz and Micah discuss Hawaiian culture, DIY, surf brands and how they look after their team riders, and a plethora of other quality subjects. For more information on Greenover Sports, click HERE. Green Overhead Link HERE Northcore Link HERE (Promotion code for 15% off in podcast !) Braw Surf online store Link HERE (20% code in the podcast.) Dakine Surf Link HERE
We are back ! On this weeks podcast we have some jaw dropping stories from Afghanistan, Adz nearly cries and John tells a story involving him nearly shooting a group of Afghan National Army Soldiers up close and personal ! Northcore Link HERE (Promotion code for 15% off in podcast !) Braw Surf online store Link HERE (20% code in the podcast.)
Tomo was the first podcast Adz ever did, full of Afghanistan and Iraq war stories, here are two war Vets taking about nearly a decade of fighting. Northcore Link HERE (Promotion code for 15% off in podcast !) Braw Surf online store Link HERE (20% code in the podcast.) Also check him out on Facebook under John Thompson or IG under @teachcoachmentoruk
The podcast will return with more enthralling and iconic conversations from the surfing, military and martial arts communities mid July. Thank you for the support and stay frosty. Peace out ! Braw Surf online store Link HERE (20% code in the podcast.) To receive 10% off the Wave Ki Program use the promotion code in the podcast episode. Wave Ki Link HERE Northcore Link HERE (Promotion code for 15% off in podcast !)