The Veteran's Story

Local veterans recount their varied experiences of serving in the armed forces and the personal challenges they faced on their return to civilian life.

Ep30, Peter Osborne, Armed Forces Catering

Peter Osborne, who travelled the world keeping the Forces fed as a caterer. Now since losing 95% of his sight, he works for a charity supporting blind veterans.

04-19
09:16

Ep29, Jon Orton, Army Air Corp

Jon Orton, who worked in the air investigation flight safety office for the Army Air Corps. Now helping fellow veterans with financial advice alongside the new Veterans' Hub in Morecambe.

04-19
14:03

Episode 28, Sgt Richard Brook, D Day Veteran

In this episode Greg Lambert chats with Richard Brook about his experiences of D Day, his scrape with a German V2 rocket and discovering the atrocities at Belsen concentration camp.

02-22
11:33

Episode 27, Chris East, Royal Navy

Greg chats to Chris East about his navy career and then becoming a songwriter for Cliff Richard.

12-13
20:56

Episode 26, Hayley Harrison, Hospital Nurse

Greg Lambert chats to Hayley Harrison about her time in the armed forces working as a hoispital nurse.

12-13
08:54

Episode 25, Emma Flint, Blind Veterans UK

Emma Flint, after growing up in a military family, is Volunteer Co-ordinator with Blind Veterans UK and now working to help veterans who have sight loss.

09-04
08:56

Episode 24, Cliff Crabtree, British Army

In this episode Greg speaks with Cliff Crabtree from Morecambe. Formerly with the Army, at 92 years young, Cliff is one of Morecambe FC's longest supporters and still a proud season ticket holder.

09-04
13:50

Episode 23, Derek Shellnack, Royal Marines

In this episode Greg meets Derek Shellnack, a former Royal Marine, to chat about his time in the service.

07-03
15:55

Episode 22, Dr Graham Blick, Royal British Legion

Dr Graham Blick, Vice-Chair of Morecambe and Heysham branch of the Royal British Legion, chats to Greg Lambert about an event taking place as part of Armed Forces Weekend and his own service career.

06-19
15:59

Episode 21, Kris Bishop, Royal Air Force

Greg talks to Kris Bishop who is currently serving with the RAF about the evolution of Armed Forces day into the National Services Celebration Weekend. Beyond Radio along with Morecambe FC Community Sports and The First Light Trust present The Veteran's Story Podcast.

06-06
09:53

Episode 20, Mark Lister, Royal Navy

This episode features Commander Mark Lister MBE who speaks about hhis career as a Royal Navy Submariner and his deployment around the world. Beyond Radio along with Morecambe FC Community Sports and The First Light Trust present The Veteran's Story Podcast.

06-06
12:13

Episode 19 - Gary Kniveton, Royal Marines

This episode features Royal Marine Gary Kniveton who talks about his experiences in the service. Beyond Radio along with Morecambe FC Community Sports and The First Light Trust present The Veteran's Story Podcast.

05-17
12:36

Episode 18 - Jacqui Collins, British Army Military Police

This episode features former Military Police Officer Jacqui Collins who talks about her long career and her work with veterans following leaving the army. Beyond Radio along with Morecambe FC Community Sports and The First Light Trust present The Veteran's Story Podcast.

04-11
18:55

Episode 17 - Warwick (Rick) Hardy, Royal Air Force.

This episode features Warwick (Rick) Hardy, who joined the RAF to complete National Service and remained in the service with the RAF Regiment. Beyond Radio along with Morecambe FC Community Sports and The First Light Trust present The Veteran's Story Podcast.

03-08
19:41

Episode 16 - Steve Larn, Infantryman, Coldstream Guards

This episode features Steve Larn, who joined the army at the age of 15 and served in the Coldstream Guards in Northern Ireland and later in the Territorial Army. Beyond Radio along with Morecambe FC Community Sports and The First Light Trust present The Veteran's Story Podcast.

02-10
17:40

Episode 15 - Tony Mayor, Bandsman, Queen's Own Highland Regiment

This episode features Tony Mayor, who joined the army as a bandsman. Tony recalls his childhood as the son of a solidier, his time in the forces and subsequent return to civilian life. Beyond Radio along with Morecambe FC Community Sports and The First Light Trust present The Veteran's Story Podcast.

01-17
12:23

Episode 14 - David Burrell, Senior Aircraftsman, Royal Air Force

This episode features David Burrell, who took his craftsmanship into the RAF at the age of 21 and completed his National Service before returning to civilian life. Beyond Radio along with Morecambe FC Community Sports and The First Light Trust present The Veteran's Story Podcast.

11-11
06:42

Episode 13 - James Wakefield, Infantry Officer, Queen's Lancashire Regiment, British Army

This episode features James Wakefield, a Morecambe FC director, who recounts his career as an Infantry Officer and the loss of a close friend in Iraq. Beyond Radio along with Morecambe FC Community Sports and The First Light Trust present The Veteran's Story Podcast.

11-01
08:36

Episode 12 - Keith Shepherd, Driver Instructor Royal Corps of Transport, Staff Sergeant TA

This episode features Keith Shepherd who speaks of his time spent in Germany and Ireland, his decision to leave the Army and the two days he was out before he tried to rejoin. Beyond Radio along with Morecambe FC Community Sports and The First Light Trust present The Veteran's Story Podcast.

09-08
09:31

Episode 11 - Phil Chamberlain, Radio Telegraphist, British Army Signal Corps

In this episode we hear from Phil Chamberlain who talks about his time as a morse code operator and Army clerk and his relationship across the Berlin Wall. Beyond Radio along with Morecambe FC Community Sports and The First Light Trust present The Veteran's Story Podcast.

09-08
07:48

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