22 SAS Sergeant Major: The Hardest Part of SAS Selection, Building Resilience, & More | Melvyn Downes
In today's episode, Jordan sits down with Melvyn Downes, former British SAS soldier, author, and motivational speaker. Melvyn shares an extraordinary journey from growing up on one of Europe’s largest council estates to serving over two decades in the British military, including twelve years in the SAS. He opens up about facing racism as a young boy in Stoke-on-Trent, the lessons his Jamaican father taught him about resilience and standing up for himself, and how those experiences shaped his determination to succeed. Melvyn talks about the harsh realities of military life, from the fear of combat in Northern Ireland and the Gulf War to the grueling SAS selection process that tests every limit of the human body and mind. Throughout, he reflects on leadership, discipline, and the power of perseverance, reminding listeners that true strength comes from refusing to quit, no matter how hard the mission.
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Surviving the Battle of Mogadishu | Delta Force Operator Tom Satterly on Black Hawk Down, Overcoming PTSD & More
In today’s episode, Jordan sits down with Tom and Jen Satterly - a couple whose journey through war, trauma, and healing has inspired millions. Tom spent years in Delta Force, serving on some of the most dangerous missions in modern history. From the chaos of Mogadishu to the hidden battles fought back home, Tom opens up about the cost of war, the invisible wounds of PTSD, and the moment he almost lost everything.
Alongside him is his wife, Jen Satterly, co-founder of the All Secure Foundation, who shares the raw reality of living beside trauma and the long road to recovery. Together, they pull back the curtain on the truth behind the headlines, the anger, the breakdowns, the near-divorce, and the healing that began only when honesty did.
This conversation isn’t just about war, it’s about what happens after the war. It’s about identity, love, and the courage it takes to rebuild.
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Advice from an SAS Operator: The Key to Passing SAS Selection, Adjusting to Life After the Military, Climbing Mount Everest & More | Jay Morton
In today’s episode, Jordan sits down with Jay Morton, former Special Forces soldier, mountaineer, and endurance athlete. Jay opens up about his journey from growing up in a working-class town in Lancashire to serving in the military and later building a life around adventure, challenge, and resilience. He talks about the realities of life in the Special Forces, the struggle of identity after leaving, and how he managed to keep his civilian friendships and sense of self intact.
Jordan and Jay also discuss the lessons learned from leading expeditions on Everest, the importance of doing hard things for personal growth, and the mental battles that come with public speaking, endurance events, and redefining who you are after high-profile experiences like SAS: Who Dares Wins.
This conversation is about resilience, identity, and pushing beyond comfort zones. Jay’s story is a powerful reminder that strength isn’t only about physical toughness but also about adaptability, humility, and finding purpose in new chapters of life.
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Navy SEAL Tried for War Crimes | How Eddie Gallagher Was Framed By His Own Men and Prosecuted by the U.S Government
In this episode, we sit down with Navy SEAL veteran Eddie Gallagher and his wife, Andrea, for an unfiltered conversation about resilience, faith, and standing strong in the face of adversity.
From Eddie’s upbringing as a military child traveling the world, to his rebellious youth and eventual path into the Navy SEALs, his story is one of grit, determination, and never backing down. Eddie opens up about the grueling SEAL selection process, combat deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan, and the lessons forged in some of the toughest environments imaginable.
Together, Eddie and Andrea share the deeply personal journey of navigating false accusations, wrongful imprisonment, and the battle to clear Eddie’s name. Their story goes beyond the battlefield, exploring the toll on family, the importance of unwavering support, and the mindset required to keep moving forward no matter the odds.
This episode is packed with life lessons on resilience, discipline, leadership, and faith. Whether you’re chasing personal growth, overcoming setbacks, or looking for inspiration from those who’ve stood in the fire, Eddie and Andrea’s story will leave you with practical wisdom and renewed strength.
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Inky Johnson: How a Career-Ending Injury in the NFL Forged an Inspiring Icon
In this powerful episode, we sit down with inspirational speaker and former college football player, Inky Johnson. He takes us through his incredible journey, from a challenging childhood in Kirkwood, Atlanta, to becoming a top NFL prospect.
Inky shares how a life-altering injury on the football field, which left his right arm and hand paralysed, transformed his perspective on life. He talks about finding purpose in his pain, the philosophy of "emptying the bucket," and what it truly means to be wealthy. This is a story of resilience, faith, and the power of turning adversity into an opportunity to inspire others.
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Join Jordan Mulligan on his journey to Inspire Change through conversations with incredible guests, featuring Shi Heng Yi, DJ Shipley, Wim Hof, Billy Billingham, Ollie Ollerton, Garrain Jones, Jason Redman, Bill Beswick, Jay Morton, Tim Kennedy, The Stoltman Brothers, Inky Johnson, CT Fletcher & more. Let these stories be your spark of hope - now it's your turn to act and keep the fire alive.
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