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Tell Me Podcast

By Tell Me Podcast

Welcome to the Tell Me Podcast- a show where I interview guests from a variety of backgrounds. We discuss their journeys through life and touch on subjects such as mindset, resilience, leadership, empathy and everything in between.
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Episode 03- Thomas Pecora: CIA Protective Operations Veteran "My whole career was about protecting our people"

Tell Me PodcastNov 14, 2021

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Episode 020 - Hunter Robichaux: Director of International Programs, USMC ANGLICO (Veteran), BJJ Black belt, Fisherman and Humanitarian

Episode 020 - Hunter Robichaux: Director of International Programs, USMC ANGLICO (Veteran), BJJ Black belt, Fisherman and Humanitarian

Tell Me Podcast Episode 020-

On this episode I have a chat with Hunter Robichaux.

Hunter was born into a family with a deep military lineage - specifically in the US Marines.

On top of that he also comes from a fighting family and legend has it his first time on the mats was when he was a few months old crawling around as a toddler.

I had an amazing time discussing his life from his upbringing, his time in service as an ANGLICO in the marines, being part of the team that evacuated over 17,000 innocent lives during the Afghan Withdrawal in 2021 through the organisation Save Our Allies, assisting the Ukranians during the ongoing Russian invasion and currently serving as the Director of International Programs through the Mighty Oaks Foundation.

It was an absolute honour to have you on the show and I can't wait to catch up brother!


Find Hunter here: IG -hunterrobichauxofficial

Mighty Oaks Foundation: https://www.mightyoaksprograms.org/

Save our Allies: https://saveourallies.org/

Watch the Save our Allies Documentary "Send Me" : https://sendmemovie.com/

Jul 25, 202301:18:21
Episode 019 - Meyli Chapin: Terrorist Attack Girl, Trauma Brace & PTSD Survivor
May 28, 202301:54:10
Episode 018 - Peter Harrison: Founder & Managing Director of FGH Security, Royal Marines Reservist, Entrepreneur and Bone Marrow Donor
Mar 28, 202301:23:01
Episode 017- Kevin Estela: Survival Expert, Author, Educator, Director of Training at Fieldcraft Survival and a Forever Student of the Outdoors
Feb 07, 202301:04:09
We interrupt this Podcast to talk about Mental Health!
Jan 19, 202310:55
Episode 016- John Hendricks: The Global Recon Podcast (creator and host)

Episode 016- John Hendricks: The Global Recon Podcast (creator and host)

Jan 08, 202301:03:15
Episode 015- Will Hairsine: Senior Management Consultant, Royal Navy & Royal Marines Veteran and Champion for Veterans Transitioning to Civvy Street

Episode 015- Will Hairsine: Senior Management Consultant, Royal Navy & Royal Marines Veteran and Champion for Veterans Transitioning to Civvy Street

This episode will be the last one of 2022. What a year its been- 1 year anniversary, listended to in over 40 countries, top 15% most shared podcast globally and top 20% most followed podcast.

On this episode I chat with Will Hairsine.

Will spent over 20 years in the British Armed Forces, first in the Royal Marines and then in the Royal Navy ultimately finishing up as a Chief of Staff. 

After his time in service Will transitioned to civvy street where he is a Senior Manager at KPMG.

We chat about life in the Navy, overseas deployments, anti piracy the transition out of the military, mental health and life in civvy street.

I've absolutely enjoyed reading and interacting with Will's insightful content on LinkedIn and hope he continues to be a great example of what can be achieved after life in service.

Thank you for your time and friendship Will.

Have a very merry Christmas and Happy New Years to you all! See you for more in 2023! Onwards!


LinkedIn: Will Hairsine

Dec 19, 202201:17:04
Episode 013- Josh Reeve: Empire Protection and Australian Federal Police (AFP) Veteran

Episode 013- Josh Reeve: Empire Protection and Australian Federal Police (AFP) Veteran

I have a chat with Josh Reeve from Empire Protection.
I first got in touch with Josh and his business partner Ryan (who was previously on this podcast- have a listen if you haven't already) through LinkedIn.
Josh started his career in the Australian Federal Police (AFP) initially in Canberra then moving to Melbourne and part of the Dignitary Protection Unit protecting foreign leaders -even the Pope himself!
From the AFP Josh left to pursue a career in the private sector initially working for various government units in a private contracting capacity.
Several years and an incredible amount of professional experience later Josh started up Empire Protection with Ryan providing some of the highest security services not only in Australia but worldwide as well. Their portfolio including the ultra high net worth, major corporations and even the UFC.
In addition to Empire Protection the lads have also set up Empire Institute a training wing of the business that provides online training resources catered to those in the security industry.
If you are thinking of a career in the security industry, looking for security training or looking for a highly reputable and professional company in the security space check Josh and Empire protection out using the links below.
Please enjoy the episode!
Linkedin: Josh Reeve
Website:
www.empireprotection.com.au and www.empireinstitute.com.au/
Special Shoutout to:
TacMed Australia- tacmedaustralia.com.au/
LEGEAR Australia- www.legear.com.au/
OSINT Combine- academy.osintcombine.com/?affcode=401837_40mx_uon
Oct 03, 202201:49:08
Episode 012- Scott Tillema: FBI Trained Negotiator, Active Duty Police Lieutenant and Keynote Speaker
Aug 26, 202252:53
Episode 011- Richard J Aitch: Close Protection SME, Military Veteran, Business Owner and Author.

Episode 011- Richard J Aitch: Close Protection SME, Military Veteran, Business Owner and Author.

On this episode I have a chat with Richard J Aitch.

When making my transition to the private sector and from Australia to the UK, I did a little digging around and due diligence to find out who was who in the Close Protection industry. Richard's name came up on several occasions as a leader in the UK CP sector.

Richard joined the UK Military in 1989 serving with the Parachute Regiment and the Royal Military Police. It was whilst in the RMP where he was drawn into their Close Protection wing the RMPCP.

After leaving the military, Richard continued to pursue his Close Protection career in the private sector working in high end tasks/operations accross 6 continents and over 60 countries.

Soon after, Richard and his business partner saw a need to raise industry standards and started their company Mobius International employing only those with a history and relevant experience in government level Close Protection.

After over 30 years of continued relevant experience Richard has become a true subject matter expert in the security and Close Protection industry. With this experience and passion, he has been a vocal critic of the UK's Security Industry Authority (SIA) standards and continues to provide recommendations and is not afraid to call out issues and flaws that are currently present.

If that wasn't enough, Richard is also a best selling author of the book Close Protection: A Closer Observation of the Protection Equation with a revised addition coming out in October (links to the book below).

Richard thank you for your service, time and continued passion for this industry.

Thanks everyone for tuning in!

Please find Richard on the links below:

LinkedIn: Richard J Aitch
https://mobius.international/close-protection-and-security-services/
www.cpbook.co.uk/


Aug 09, 202201:36:04
Episode 010- Jason Spivey: A Veteran Tactical Police Officer, Hostile Environment Close Protection Operative, Business Owner and Now A Part of the Hit TV Show "Hunted Australia"

Episode 010- Jason Spivey: A Veteran Tactical Police Officer, Hostile Environment Close Protection Operative, Business Owner and Now A Part of the Hit TV Show "Hunted Australia"

Jul 29, 202201:16:05
Episode 09- Amber Elle: A proud Mama, Fieldcraft's Director of Family Preparedness, Humanitarian and Educator

Episode 09- Amber Elle: A proud Mama, Fieldcraft's Director of Family Preparedness, Humanitarian and Educator

On this episode I have a chat with Amber Elle.

An absolute superwoman! A mum, nurse, entrepreneur, educator, family preparedness expert, homesteader, humanitarian and the list continuously goes on!

In a genre that in my opinion has had a bad reputation due to fear mongers, the clueless and guys with "all the gear and no idea" seeing Amber shed her perspective in the world of preparedness has been a breath of fresh air. Utilizing her life experience, educational background and teaming up with Fieldcraft Survival she helps to empower women, children and families in a space typically consumed by those in the 'tacticool' community.

We chat everything from growing up in rural Louisiana, home schooling, Fieldcraft Survival, resilience challenges and most recently being on the ground at the Ukrainian border helping Ukrainian refugees with Save Our Allies. 

Please find Amber on the links below:

https://www.amber-elle.com/

https://fieldcraftsurvival.com/

https://saveourallies.org/

Instagram: @ms.amber.elle

Amber, thank you for your time and everything you are doing!

Jul 17, 202201:27:24
Episode 08- Tony Blauer: CEO of Blauer Tactical Systems and an all around master in the combatives industry
May 16, 202201:43:27
Episode 07- George Bell: Ret. US Army SOCOM Psychological Operations (PSYOP)
Feb 25, 202201:01:31
Episode 06- Clement Chew: CEO Atlas Group

Episode 06- Clement Chew: CEO Atlas Group

Growing up in the expat community between Malaysia and the UK, Clement spent his early adult life in university studying Economics, Political Science, and completing his Masters in International Development. After University Clement seamlessly transitioned into a role at a private equity firm. However, not feeling fulfilled in the private equity industry Clement changed set his sights towards a new goal: helping to make the community better. Clement returned to Malaysia and worked on various government projects in the Prime Ministers office. Eventually, Clement moved towards the private sector and formed his company Atlas Solutions. Currently, Atlas is the premiere security company in South East Asia and the first to be UK Accredited in Malaysia. During the pandemic whilst various industries were at a standstill Clement and his business partners remained vigilant and shifted to other emerging markets such as commercial drone sector where they provide services in the agricultural industry. As I transitioned out of the police, Clement was one of the first connections I got in touch with. Since then He has always made time for me to answer any questions, provide insights into people in the security industry and all in all forming a great friendship.  Appreciate you brother!

Check out Atlas Solutions here: https://www.atlascorps.co.uk/

Feb 22, 202201:20:40
Episode 05- Daryl Villanueva: Bandit9 and Van Daryl

Episode 05- Daryl Villanueva: Bandit9 and Van Daryl

Thanks for the patience all!


Super excited about this episode as I had a chance to reconnect with an old friend of mine from high school.


This one is a little different as I venture away from the police, military and security related episodes. 


When I started this podcast I didn't want to be confined to a certain topic or guests with specific backgrounds- Ultimately I wanted a podcast that was interesting and that people could take away lessons learned from the guests and apply it to their own lives.


Daryl and I originally met when we were both in school, since then he has gone to do some pretty remarkable things. From being involved in culture shifting ad campaigns as an art/creative director to getting out of the ad industry and starting up his motorcycle company Bandit9.


If that wasn't enough he also decided to open an art gallery during the pandemic and starting up a young family! Check out these amazing pieces of art at Van Daryl they've even got a Batmobile...


The one take away from this episode for me was our chat relating to hard work- the very thing Daryl attributes his success to. 


You can be super talented and creative but most of the time you reach a point of failure- its the hard work that ties it all together and helps you cross the finish line.


Thanks for your time Daryl and I look forward to catching up again soon.


https://www.bandit9.com/

https://www.vandaryl.com/

Jan 25, 202201:50:01
Episode 04- Ryan Tindall: Empire Protection, 2 Commando, Surf Life Saving NSW

Episode 04- Ryan Tindall: Empire Protection, 2 Commando, Surf Life Saving NSW

Happy Holidays everyone!
I have a chat with Ryan Tindall.
As an 80s kid from a military family growing up in the suburbs of Sydney, Ryan was drawn to action from a young age. This thirst for adventure was finally realised in 2003 where he successfully completed selection for the highly respected 2nd Commando Regiment.
After serving over 13 years fighting at the tip of the spear Ryan retired from the military and sought work in the private security sector. This journey ultimately led him to partner up with his business partner Josh Reeve to create Empire Protection.
Empire Protection is a veteran owned and run business specialising in Close protection, risk management and other security services based in Australia but with a global reach.
In addition to their security contracts they have also set up Empire Institute which has become the training arm of the Empire brand offering world class training for close protection, active armed offenders, bomb awareness and other security based topics.
Outside of Empire Protection, Ryan also spends his time volunteering for the NSW Surf Lifesavers an organisation which provides and amazing emergency service capability.
In this episode we discuss everything from driving around Afghanistan in mad max style Land Rovers and getting into gunfights, the security industry, Surf Lifesavers and everything in between.
My biggest take away from our chat and something that I have picked up from getting to know Ryan is to not be selfish with your time and your lessons learnt. It may not make any difference to you but a simple chat could potentially be life altering to someone else.

Check out the following links to see what the guys at Empire Protection are up to!

www.empireprotection.com.au/

For world class training at Empire Institute:

www.empireinstitute.com.au/store




Dec 15, 202102:39:50
Episode 03- Thomas Pecora: CIA Protective Operations Veteran "My whole career was about protecting our people"
Nov 14, 202101:34:36
Episode 02- John Stryker Meyer (MAC-V SOG): Welcome to the Secret War
Oct 31, 202101:21:44
Episode 01- Colin Maclachlan: 22SAS Veteran, Motivational speaker, co-founder of Stoic Events
Oct 21, 202101:41:45
Tell Me Podcast- The Icebreaker

Tell Me Podcast- The Icebreaker

The first episode of (hopefully) many!
Oct 11, 202132:38