S5 #082 Reflections on Military Service, Training & Operations

CONTENT

The guest today is former soldier Chris Binch. After serving 7 years with 2 PARA he left to work in the Private Security Industry before joining the fire service. He is the host of the The Old Paratrooper Podcast. We discuss military experiences, the transition to civvi street and perspectives on current conflicts. We also delve into the realities of army life, including training, operational tempo, and the impact of combat, alongside reflections on the private security industry. Finally, we explore evolving attitudes towards military service and the stark contrast between past and present depictions of warfare on social media, culminating in a shared interest in podcasting as a platform for open dialogue and supporting the veteran community. 

Chris's book choices on Desert Islands Dits are “The Watchman” by Chris Ryan and “Mad, Bad and Dangerous to Know" by Ranulph Fiennes. My choice is “Regarding The Pain Of Others” by Susan Sontag.  

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Contact Chris: [email protected]

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