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Episode 100. Joining us from England is former soldier, writer, director and producer, Tom Petch. He got into the movie business after serving in the British Army, spending time in the Special Forces. We talk about the movie business and military history. Tom has written a book called 'Speed. Aggression. Surprise: The Untold Secret Origins of the SAS'.  He went deep into the archives to research the real story how the SAS was formed. If you're a fan of military history or the BBC show Rogue Heroes, this is for you. Enjoy... You can find Tom and all his work at http://tompetch.comMister Kindness now on Twitter/X https://twitter.com/MisterKindnessFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/misterkindness_podSubscribe on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg8snrvTqs8_AjgIq_sIsMgMis ter Kindness on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/njohn.kindness.9on#SAS #specialforces #WW2 #cambodia #jamesbond #militaryhistory #ukraine #drones #movies #moviebusiness #misterkindnesspodcast #davidstirling 

Episode 99. Joining us from Sydney, Australia, is author of historical fiction, James Vella-Bardon. Financial risk manager by day, prolific writer by night, James has produced 5 novels, a novella and a short story over the past 9 years despite holding down a full time career. The Hero of Rosclogher, part 3 of his 5 book series The Sassana Stone is out on 1st of April. We talk about his latest novel, our love of historical fiction and a whole lot more. Dynamite chat. Enjoy…Check out all James’ books at https://jamesvellabardon.com/Mister Kindness now on Twitter/X https://twitter.com/MisterKindnessFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/misterkindness_podSubscribe on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg8snrvTqs8_AjgIq_sIsMgMis ter Kindness on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/njohn.kindness.9on#author #book #goodreads #adventure #historicalfiction #misterkindnesspodcast #ireland #scotland #war #gaelic #gaels #spain #spanisharmada #rosclogher #fiction

Episode 98. Joining us from Koh Samui, Thailand, is author and security specialist Darren Franklin. He's written 3 books about his experiences and they're all crazy. Darren used to travel the world rescuing kidnapped kids. Who knew that was even a job? He also used to run an immigration detention facility in Australia - a political hot potato. Cracking stories. The man's led a very interesting life. Enjoy...Find Darren's books on Amazon https://www.amazon.de/stores/Darren-John-Franklin/author/B08L7HRJN6?language=en&ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true Mister Kindness now on Twitter/X https://twitter.com/MisterKindnessFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/misterkindness_podSubscribe on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg8snrvTqs8_AjgIq_sIsMgMis ter Kindness on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/njohn.kindness.9on#security #kidnap #immigration #bushtuckerman #misterkindnesspodcast #australia #kohsamui #NGO #illegalimmigrants #humanrightsgroup #hostage 

Episode 97. Joining us from Australia is environmental consultant, wine maker and entrepreneur, Tom Davies. Pollution is a huge problem in our world and the thought of combating it can feel overwhelming. We discuss solutions and cover other topics such as cleaning up the oceans, climate change, wine making and his recent week spent in the jungle. Tom and I went through Army officer training a long time ago. Great to reconnect with an absolute gentleman. Enjoy...Check out what Tom's up to https://mountainridgewines.com.au/Mister Kindness now on Twitter/X https://twitter.com/MisterKindnessFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/misterkindness_podSubscribe on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg8snrvTqs8_AjgIq_sIsMgMis ter Kindness on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/njohn.kindness.9on#climatechange #sustainability #misterkindnesspodcast #ocean #oceanpollution #ecologicalrevolution #earth #landfill #jungle #kelpies #wilderness #reforestation #regenerativeagriculture #farmer #wine #vineyard #australia

Episode 96. Joining us from the north of England is campaigner and lobbyist for the rights of folks living in the countryside, Ed Swales. Ok, it's rant time. In light of the massive Europe-wide protests by farmers (which I'm fully behind), I wanted to get Ed to come on and give a better insight on it. I can't get my head round why governments have gone to war against farmers. Do they expect us to eat bugs or something? In the process we discuss hunting, corrupt politicians and the menace of house cats. Dynamite chat with good guy Ed. Enjoy...Follow Ed's activism page Hunting Kind on Twitter/X, Facebook and Instagram.Mister Kindness now on Twitter/X https://twitter.com/MisterKindnessFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/misterkindness_podSubscribe on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg8snrvTqs8_AjgIq_sIsMgMis ter Kindness on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/njohn.kindness.9on#hunting #misterkindnesspodcast #country #countryside #farmerprotests #hunter #protest #mainstreammedia #farmer #farming #sustainable #agriculture #activist #campaigner #lobbyist #revolution #revolt #freedom

Episode 95. Joining us via the remote jungle of India is Matt Hill, former officer in the Parachute Regiment. Every 18 months, Matt leads diverse groups of people for a week's hiking and living rough 'army style' in remote jungles around the world. He's just back from Arunachal Pradesh - the most remote jungle in the world. Have to say, I like the sound of it. He's planning his next one in 2025 and it's bucket list stuff. Good guy Matt. Enjoy... Follow Matt's adventures on Insta https://www.instagram.com/matt_hill_systema/ and if you're interested in his jungle trips, etc., https://www.matthill.co.uk/Mister Kindness now on Twitter/X https://twitter.com/MisterKindnessFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/misterkindness_podSubscribe on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg8snrvTqs8_AjgIq_sIsMgMis ter Kindness on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/njohn.kindness.9on#systema #jungle #backtonature #india #treasure #tiger #nature #india #breathwork #arunachalpradesh #para #martialarts #aikido #healing  #misterkindnesspodcast

Episode 94. Joining us from Rome is Classical Archaeologist, Darius Arya. This subject has gained a lot of attention on social media lately - so I figured it was time to get Darius on the show. He's a big deal in this field and really knows his stuff. What are the similarities between the end of the Roman Empire and the current state of the West? Do we have front row seats to the end of the Western Empire? Was Pontius Pilate born in Scotland? Top quality content. Enjoy... Check out Darius' website (you can book even book him as a guide) and his top-level content all on his Linktree https://linktr.ee/DariusAryaDigs. His YouTube videos are great.Mister Kindness now on Twitter/X https://twitter.com/MisterKindnessFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/misterkindness_podSubscribe on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg8snrvTqs8_AjgIq_sIsMgMis ter Kindness on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/njohn.kindness.9on#rome #ancientrome #classicalrome #constantinople #falloftheromanempire #romanempire #persia #alexandria #caesar #endofempire #roman #romans

Episode 93. Joining us from Dallas, Texas, is World Famous author of countless books and past life regression therapist, Shelley Kaehr. It's a subject I've been interested recently and I'm very lucky to be talking to one of the best. We discuss reincarnation, Karma, the Akashic Records and many other things you don't normally bring up in polite society.  Shelley is a fascinating lady and it was a great pleasure to speak with her. Ultimately, we're here to help each other so let's turn the consciousness level up and make our world a better place. Enjoy...Find Shelley and all her books at https://pastlifelady.com/Mister Kindness now on Twitter/X https://twitter.com/MisterKindnessFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/misterkindness_podSubscribe on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg8snrvTqs8_AjgIq_sIsMgMis ter Kindness on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/njohn.kindness.9on#pastliferegression #akashicrecords #karma #esoteric #intuition #soul #pastlife #therapist #brianweiss #shelleykaehr #edgarcayce #atlantis #meditation #egypt #pyramids #reincarnation

Episode 92. Joining us from the South of France is entrepreneur and Oatly co-founder, Bjorn Oste. Originally launched by his brother Rickard in the 90s, Oatly transformed into a global brand with a remarkable $10 billion IPO in 2021. Building on their mantra of food-as-medicine, they launched their latest company called Aventure with a new beverage named GOOD IDEA. This drink is proven to reduce blood sugar spikes when taken before meals. We talk about the early days of Oatly and their new drink GOOD IDEA which, in my opinion, is a 'Great Idea'. Their mission to combat the worldwide epidemic of obesity, pre-diabetes and diabetes is something I can get behind. Top level chat. Enjoy...Check out Aventure's products https://aventureab.com/Mister Kindness now on Twitter/X https://twitter.com/MisterKindnessFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/misterkindness_podSubscribe on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg8snrvTqs8_AjgIq_sIsMgMis ter Kindness on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/njohn.kindness.9on#oatly #entrepreneur #misterkindnesspodcast #business #goodidea #diabetes #obesity #health #wellness #bloodsugar #weightloss #fitness #verbier #sweden #oatmilk #diabetes #obesity #prediabetic #diabetic #obese #prediabetes

Episode 91. My friend, regular guest, former colleague and performance coach, Lindsay Bruce, returns for an absolutely dynamite podcast. Lindsay's life-long journey of self improvement led to him investigating psychedelics and other plant medicines. In fact, he's just got back from a 12 day ayahuasca retreat in Ecuador. With searing honesty we delve deep into his transformative experience. What is our life's purpose? Is there a better way ahead for humanity? How can we deal with loneliness and our lack of community? In short, how can we escape the matrix? Just the small topics, then. A lovely, uplifting conversation which may just change your outlook on life. You know we're living in interesting times when two ex-soldiers start talking like old hippies. Enjoy...Get some inspiration or reach out to Lindsay about his Modern Warrior Project https://www.instagram.com/thelindsaybruce/Mister Kindness now on Twitter/X https://twitter.com/MisterKindnessFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/misterkindness_podSubscribe on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg8snrvTqs8_AjgIq_sIsMgMis ter Kindness on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/njohn.kindness.9on#matrix #ayahuasca #sanpedro #plantmedicine #ecuador #community #commune #charity #specialforces #army #mentalhealth #misterkindnesspodcast #nature #soldier #retirement #loneliness #humanity #purpose

Episode 90. Joining us from Exeter, England, is Professor Martin Jones. He's one of the best performance psychologists in the business and has a Master's in Sleep Medicine from Oxford. I spent most of my time at university sleeping and I didn't even get a degree. Martin works with specialist military units and the best athletes around. Sleep, nutrition and exercise are the foundations of good health yet I've neglected sleep most of my adult life. This was a real eye opener. We spend about one third of our lives in bed but there's a lot more to it than you think. Martin does an excellent job explaining sleep hygiene and how we can do it better. Fantastic guest. Enjoy... Tons more about sleep on his website https://www.ophp.co.uk/ and his LinkedIn page https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-i-jones-94563455/Mister Kindness now on Twitter/X https://twitter.com/MisterKindnessFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/misterkindness_podSubscribe on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg8snrvTqs8_AjgIq_sIsMgMis ter Kindness on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/njohn.kindness.9on#sleep #mentalhealth #sleephygiene #ageing #insomnia #psychologist #oxforduniversity #health #performance #sleepdisorders #naps #misterkindnesspodcast

Episode 89. Joining us from England is an old Army colleague and serial overachiever, Ash Alexander-Cooper. He's packed so much into his life it would take many podcasts to do it justice. Now a former Colonel; he was a Gurkha Officer, combat helicopter pilot, Specialist Military Unit officer, wounded veteran - now successful businessman and public speaker. He's been in the thick of it in combat hotspots all over the world, getting blown up and shot. Now Ash has written a book which offers practical skills and techniques to help readers tackle trauma, build resilience and overcome life's toughest obstacles – personal and professional – with confidence. A phenomenal story and Elite level chat. Enjoy...His book is available for pre-order here https://unbound.com/books/mindful-soldierFollow Ash on Twitter/X https://twitter.com/ashalexcooperInstagram https://www.instagram.com/ashalexcooper/Mister Kindness now on Twitter/X https://twitter.com/MisterKindnessFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/misterkindness_podSubscribe on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg8snrvTqs8_AjgIq_sIsMgMis ter Kindness on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/njohn.kindness.9on#mentalhealth #ptsd #army #britisharmy #britishlegion #military #resilience #fear #mindfulsoldier #mentalhealth #ptsd #service #charity #misterkindnesspodcast #podcast #humanity

Episode 88. Joining us from England is my old friend and colleague General Charlie Herbert. We served together in the Royal Highland Fusiliers (Now 2 SCOTS), although only one of us went on to have a glittering career. Charlie is unusual because he originally joined the British Army as a Private, then became an Officer, ultimately ending his career as a Major General. We discuss Afghanistan, Ukraine and then the current situation in the Middle East. I must point out we approach these hot potato subjects in as neutral fashion as possible. Cool heads required during these times. Diamond level chat. Enjoy... Now on Twitter/X https://twitter.com/MisterKindnessFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/misterkindness_podSubscribe on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg8snrvTqs8_AjgIq_sIsMgMis ter Kindness on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/njohn.kindness.9on#army #britisharmy #afghanistan #yemen #israel #gaza #war #warfighting #ukraine #russia #misterkindnesspodcast #misterkindness #podcast #2SCOTS #1SCOTS #scotland #glasgow #nato #soldier 

Episode 87. Joining us from Malta is Producer, Production Manager and Assistant Director, Colin Azzopardi. He's currently working on season 3 of my new favourite show, Foundation (free on AppleTV+). Colin's also worked on major Hollywood movies and blockbuster TV shows like Game of Thrones and Medici. We talk about the complexity involved in producing the entertainment we like, especially the best ones. Enjoy...Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/misterkindness_podSubscribe on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg8snrvTqs8_AjgIq_sIsMgMis ter Kindness on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/njohn.kindness.9on#medici #worldwarz #captainphillips #foundation #13hours #gameofthrones #misterkindnesspodcast #producer #malta #movies #misterkindness #hollywood #blockbuster 

Episode 86. Joining me 'live' in Verbier, Switzerland, is my good friend and top chef, Gerwin Brand. We discuss all things cooking and food in general. He learned his trade from the best chefs in the business in high intensity 3 star and 2 star Michelin-rated restaurants, so he really knows his stuff. I had no idea how complicated it is to operate at such a high level. Apart from cooking, Gerwin's passion is baking sourdough bread way before it was trendy. His latest obsession is making panettone (a type of Italian cake which is very complicated to make properly) so I was delighted when he brought me one. Needless to say, it was delicious. Enjoy...Follow him on Instagram to watch the master at work https://www.instagram.com/gerwinbrand/. His stories are fascinating to watch.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/misterkindness_podSubscribe on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg8snrvTqs8_AjgIq_sIsMgMis ter Kindness on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/njohn.kindness.9on#cooking #cook #chef #michelinstar #michelinguide #growyourown #foraging #hunting #fatoftheland #science #nature #obsession #panettone #baker #sourdough

Episode 85. The remarkable Krish Thapa is back. He spent 19 years as a monk in Nepal, served as a Gurkha in the British Army, was one of the first two Gurkhas ever to pass Special Forces selection - and he's also one of my spiritual advisors! Krish is now a mountain guide, recently helping fellow Gurkha, Hari Budha Magar, to summit Mount Everest. It's an astonishing story because Hari is the first above-the-knee double amputee to do it. Krish also gives us some eastern spiritual wisdom as I pick his brains about meditation. Great guy. Namaste...Follow Krish's journey on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/warriormonk22/ & Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094159126193 Book Krish as your mountain guide https://hstadventure.com/home/Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/misterkindness_podSubscribe on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg8snrvTqs8_AjgIq_sIsMgMis ter Kindness on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/njohn.kindness.9on#army #specialforces #britisharmy #gurkha #spirituality #mounteverest #k2 #buddhism #hinduism #shaman #nepal #himalayas #mentalhealth #spiritual #monk #mountainguide #mountaineer #namaste #buddhist #hindu #misterkindnesspodcast #misterkindness_pod #meditation #mounteverest

Episode 84. Joining us from Scotland for another classic seafaring adventure tale is ocean rowing legend, Leven Brown. After 2 years of delays, he finally got to the start line of his expedition to row the Northwest Passage. Why would anyone want to row from the eastern coast of Canada, over the top into the Arctic Circle then on to the west coast of Alaska? Even in August it sounded horrendous: bitterly cold, rough seas and high winds. Plus an unwelcome encounter with a polar bear (and Great White sharks). Leven and his crew are tough as nails. Hats off to them. Enjoy...Leven's crew is supported by their selling their own delicious gin  https://www.orkneydistilling.com/products/northwest-passage-expedition-gin. They also support Big Blue Ocean Clean Up https://www.bigblueoceancleanup.org/and Siobhan's Trust https://siobhanstrust.uk/Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/misterkindness_podSubscribe on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg8snrvTqs8_AjgIq_sIsMgMis ter Kindness on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/njohn.kindness.9on#rower #oceanrower #Canada #Alaska #adventure #arcticcircle #ocean #gluttonforpunishment #sea #nature #mothernature #northwestpassage #explorer #explore #misterkindnesspodcast #podcast

Episode 83. Joining us from London is author, arts producer and adventure activist, Jessica Hepburn. She's the only woman in the world to swim the English Channel, run the London Marathon and climb to the summit of Mount Everest (breaking her leg on the way down.) Jessica decided to swim the Channel as a way to conquer the anguish and hurt following years of unsuccessful IVF treatment. This started her love for adventure. As a completely non-sporty person she realised her limitations were self-imposed. Now she's an advocate of the power of adventure to change your life for the better. An inspirational lady. Enjoy...Read more about her adventures and get her books at https://www.jessicahepburn.com/. Her Instagram is https://www.instagram.com/jessica_hepburn_/Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/misterkindness_podSubscribe on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg8snrvTqs8_AjgIq_sIsMgMis ter Kindness on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/njohn.kindness.9on#chomolungma #mounteverest #livebigandbrave #adventure #limitations #overcominglimitations #sea #nature #mothernature #climber #englishchannel #explore #misterkindnesspodcast #podcast

Episode 82. Joining us live in Verbier, Switzerland is my good friend Sophie Burnett to talk about plant medicines and psychedelics. It's a hot topic and one, I reckon, is misunderstood. Sophie talks about how her experiences with these therapeutics helped her through many issues: the loss of her mother when she was 13, years of eating disorders, and a decade of chronic pain after breaking her back in a skiing accident (which was misdiagnosed.)  She now supports others as a plant medicine guide aiming to catalyse deep transformation on both individual and collective societal level. Hold on to your hats! Enjoy...Learn more about Sophie's work on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thenakeddoctor/Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/misterkindness_podSubscribe on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg8snrvTqs8_AjgIq_sIsMgMis ter Kindness on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/njohn.kindness.9on#plantmedicine #psychedelics #therapy #psychonaut #innerhealing #journey #innerjourney # #misterkindnesspodcast #podcast #coincidence #synchronicity #healing #psychedelictherapy #psychedelicintegration #growthmindset #innerwork #shadowwork #griefrecovery

Episode 81. Joining us from San Antonio, Texas, is best-selling author Donna Franklin. It's hard to comprehend kids living in hunger and poverty in the western world. Donna grew up like this - in the USA of all places. It's a real rags to riches story of how to turn adversity into strength. Or maybe it's just a determination not to be poor again. I didn't know it before, but she's yet another guest who has gone down the Tony Robbins/Dean Graziosi route. Donna is one of the good ones using her success to help others. Enjoy...Find her books, including "Developing a Kick-Ass Mindset" as well as her other books on Amazon. She's https://www.instagram.com/d_sunshine2020/ on Instagram.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/misterkindness_podSubscribe on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg8snrvTqs8_AjgIq_sIsMgMis ter Kindness on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/njohn.kindness.9on#motivation #hunger #poverty #tonyrobbins #alabama #explore #explorer #misterkindnesspodcast #podcast #tonyrobbins #deangraziosi #manifest #lawofattraction