On today's episode, Geraint talks with former Paratrooper, and SFSG soldier, Dave Radband. Some of the topics in this episode include; combat in Iraq and Afghanistan; why Dave was reluctant to believe that he had PTSD; and how he came back from attempting to take his own life.

You can connect with Geraint at @grjbooks across social media, and find his Afghanistan memoir Brothers in Arms in all good book stores. If you'd like to support the podcast by purchasing merchandise, you can find it at www.vsomstore.com

Dave can be found on instagram @dave.radband, and also @break_point_uk

If you are a veteran struggling with mental health, or you just want a bit of help adjusting to civvie life, then say hello to the Royal British Legion at @royalbritishlegion or www.rbl.org

Thank you to Kamouflage Ltd, Altberg Boots and Zulu Alpha Strap Company for making this episode possible. You can find them at www.kamouflage.co.uk, www.altberg.co.uk, @zulualphastraps

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