Combat Fuel Podcast
Combat Fuel Podcast is a long-form interview podcast that features former military personnel discussing their lives after service. Each episode includes honest conversations about military careers, operational experiences, and the mindset developed under pressure. The podcast explores how these lessons apply to civilian life, including fitness, leadership, resilience, and veteran-owned businesses. It also covers practical aspects of performance after service, such as training, recovery, and supplements, focusing on what works in high-demand environments.
Episodes
18: Tom Merriman: Royal Marine PTI, Commando Mindset & Surviving Combat | Combat Fuel Podcast
In this episode of the Combat Fuel Podcast, we sit down with Tom Merriman — a Royal Marine Physical Training Instructor (PTI), husband, father of three, and known by many as The Wando PTI.Tom shares his experiences serving in the Royal Marines, from growing up in Stockport to earning the coveted Green Beret and becoming a Physical Training Instructor. He reflects on the mindset, discipline, and r
17: Jonny Pain: Extreme Endurance, Ben Nevis & Pushing Human Limits | Combat Fuel Podcast
In this episode of the Combat Fuel Podcast, we sit down with Jonny Pain — an extreme endurance athlete, mountaineer, and adventure coach who has built a reputation for taking on some of the toughest physical and mental challenges imaginable.Jonny shares the story behind his incredible Vertical Marathon, climbing Ben Nevis 32 consecutive times without leaving the mountain. He explains the physical
16: Tom Collins: Army Officer to Fitness Coach | Leadership, Military Culture & Life After Service | Combat Fuel Podcast
In this episode of the Combat Fuel Podcast, we sit down with Tom Collins former British Army officer, Royal Signals officer, and now a successful online fitness coach.Tom spent over two decades serving in the Army, leading soldiers and operating within high-pressure environments before making the decision to leave military service and pursue a completely different path in the fitness industry.He
15: Phil Campion: SAS, Mercenary Work & Life on the Front Line | Combat Fuel Podcast
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 re
14: Ollie Cooke: 7 RHA Para, Bodybuilding & Building Heavy Duty Gym Wear | Combat Fuel Podcast
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 h
13: Ryan Yates: 4/73 Battery, Veterans Army & Rebuilding Purpose After Service | Combat Fuel Podcast
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 refle
12: PJ Harries: Royal Marine, Firefighter & Building a Business After Service | Combat Fuel Podcast
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 th
11: Shane Curtis: BJJ Black Belt, Discipline & The Reality of Jiu Jitsu | Combat Fuel Podcast Episode 11
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, a
10: Jim Elliott: 7 Para RHA Gunner to Psychologist | Military Mindset & Mental Health | Combat Fuel Podcast
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
7: Tony Gibson: 26 Years British Army, State Ceremonies & Life After Service | Combat Fuel Podcast EP 7
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 a
8: Sam Sheriff: Royal Marine PTI, REORG Founder & First Serving Black Belt | Combat Fuel Podcast EP 7
In this episode of the Combat Fuel Podcast, we sit down with Sam Sheriff former Royal Marine Physical Training Instructor (PTI), founder of REORG, and the first serving Royal Marine to achieve a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt.Sam shares insight into his time in the Royal Marines, the responsibility of serving as a PTI, and the mindset required to operate at a high standard within an elite militar
6: Luke Dalton: Royal Marine, UK Special Forces & Building Contact Coffee Co | Combat Fuel Podcast Ep.6
In this episode of the Combat Fuel Podcast, we sit down with Luke Dalton former Royal Marine, UK Special Forces veteran, and owner of Contact Coffee Co.Luke shares his experiences serving in elite military environments, discussing the real challenges within UK Special Forces, including pressure, standards, identity, and life beyond service. He also opens up about the transition from military oper
5: Teague: British Army Soldier, Crohn’s Disease & Building Combat Clipper Co Combat Fuel Podcast Ep. 5
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 a
4: Rick Webb: From Afghanistan Veteran to Professional Golfer | Life After Injury | Combat Fuel Podcast Ep.4
In this episode of the Combat Fuel Podcast, we sit down with Rick Webb, a military veteran and combat casualty of Afghanistan who is now a full-time professional golfer.Rick shares his experiences serving on operations, the injury that led to the loss of his leg, and the long road of physical and mental recovery that followed. He speaks candidly about identity, resilience, and how discovering gol
3: Mark Ormrod: Royal Marine Commando, Triple Amputee | Combat Fuel Podcast Ep.3
Mark Ormrod is a former Royal Marine Commando who lost both legs and an arm during combat operations in Afghanistan. In this episode, he shares the brutal reality of recovery, identity loss, and how he rebuilt purpose after life-changing injuries.We discuss Mark’s service in the Royal Marines Commandos, the injuries he sustained on operations, and the physical and mental battles that followed. He
2: Tom “Tegs” Day: Royal Marine Mindset, Fitness & Life After Service | Combat Fuel Podcast Ep.2
Former Royal Marine Commando Tom “Tegs” Day breaks down the reality of earning the Green Beret, losing rank, rebuilding identity, and transitioning into high-performance civilian life.In Episode 2 of the Combat Fuel Podcast, we sit down with Tegs to explore life inside the Royal Marines, the demands of Commando training, and the discipline required to operate at a high level both in uniform and b
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