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The Army Bloke

Dan Russell
Sandhurst
Leadership
British Army
Afghanistan
Military Training
Iraq
Leadership Development
Army Operations
Army Officer Selection Board
High-Intensity Operations
NCO
Operational Tours
Veteran Affairs
Politics
Ncos
Mental Health
Body Armor
Combat Experience
Royal Marines
Platoon Commanders' Division

Lessons in Leadership: advice to the next generation of military leaders.

Real life experience & challenges that every leader will face in their early career.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes10Founded7 months ago
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Latest Episodes

The moment you realise it is not “a big adventure” anymore can arrive fast: a new job title, a live threat, and soldiers looking at you for decisions you did not expect to be making. I sit down with Owain Mulligan, a reservist officer whose winding p... more

The fastest way to spot shaky leadership is to watch what happens when people are cold, tired, and under pressure. That’s where the real habits show up, for better or worse.

We sit down with Ollie, a former British Army major with 20 years’ service,... more

Plans fail. People freeze. Information is incomplete. That’s when leadership stops being a theory and becomes a decision. 

I sit down with Paul Nanson, former Infantry Officer, Major General, and a previous commandant of the Royal Military Academy S... more

We talk with David Hymarsh about what the Army Professionally Qualified Officer route really looks like for doctors, from AOSB and Sandhurst to phase two training and life in unit. We pull out the leadership lessons that matter most: humility, speaki... more

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Owain Mulligan
Reservist officer and best-selling author who wrote a memoir about his experiences in Iraq and Afghanistan
Author, Army Reserve
Episode: The Accidental Army Reservist & Best Selling Author | Owain Mulligan
David Hindmarsh
Medical officer and PQO, deployed on operations
British Army
Episode: Army Doctor Reveals: The PQO Route No One Talks About | David Hindmarsh
Jim Pritchett
Vice President at the Army Officer Selection Board
Army Officer Selection Board
Episode: Inside AOSB with the Vice President: What Gets You Selected (Or Rejected) - Jim Pritchett

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Dan
Host of The Army Bloke Podcast; engages with guests on leadership, doctrine, and military culture.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Great show

    As a former soldier with a son now serving, it’s a fascinating listen. The exploration of the bond and relationship between ranks and officers all for the common good is extremely well done.

    Bravo.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Bertie Cuthbert
    United Kingdom5 months ago

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Conversations balance tactical detail with practical leadership advice.
Guest lineups bring diverse perspectives from training to combat.
Insightful leadership stories and real-world lessons for up-and-coming leaders.
High production quality and candid discussions make it easy to extract actionable takeaways.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Accidental Army Reservist & Best Selling Author | Owain Mulligan
Q: How did you approach leading troops as a reservist who hadn't trained as a regular officer?
He describes leaning on his troops, being open with them, and focusing on competency, reading maps, and building trust rather than relying on formal training alone.
The Accidental Army Reservist & Best Selling Author | Owain Mulligan
Q: What motivated you to join the Army in the first place?
He talks about seeking adventure and the appeal of belonging and allyship, more than a noble duty, and the desire to see the wider world and experience something cool and intense.
Sandhurst Company Commander: What I REALLY look for in Officers | Robin White
Q: What do you think Officer Cadet White struggled with the most throughout his journey at Sandhurst?
He was labeled as a bit of a gray man initially but gradually broke out of that and began to show more of his capabilities.
Sandhurst Company Commander: What I REALLY look for in Officers | Robin White
Q: What was your experience like at Sandhurst?
It was one of the best years of his life and described it as magical, particularly in light of experiencing the journey of cadets.
Army Commando Officer: Fighting the Taliban | Johnny Mercer
Q: What do you think is the most important part of leadership?
Being a custodian of standards and driving the moral component is crucial for effective leadership.

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A leadership-focused series that profiles military leaders, instructors, and practitioners sharing real-world lessons from training, combat, and career progression. Episodes emphasize authentic leadership, mentorship, planning, and the transition from military to civilian life, with plenty of tactical and strategic insights for aspiring officers and leaders across sectors. Notable for its blunt discussions of performance, resilience, and the human side of service, plus guests who span Sandhurst, command, and medical officer paths. The show stands out for practical guidance, actionable takeaways, and a clear emphasis on developing junior officers and NCOs through honest conversation.

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