Brad Pitt’s Former Bodyguard: How to Protect Your Family & Survive Trauma

What does it take to protect the world’s most famous people? And more importantly, how can you use those same skills to protect yourself and your family?In this powerful episode of Wake Up Your Soul, Andrea sits down with Dene Josham, a former Royal Marine Commando and elite celebrity bodyguard who has protected A-list stars like Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, and Russell Crowe.But Dene’s story isn’t just about Hollywood glamour. It’s a raw, "tragedy to triumph" journey that takes you from the pain of childhood bullying to a life-altering accident that nearly ended it all. Dene reveals how he turned his deepest traumas into his greatest strength: the ability to sense danger and protect others.In this episode, you will learn:The "Bodyguard Mindset": How to spot behavioral cues and red flags before danger strikes.Celebrity Secrets: What it’s really like inside the inner circle of Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie.Child Safety: Practical, non-negotiable tips every parent needs to know to keep their children safe in a complex world.Overcoming Trauma: How Dene used his painful past to fuel his elite career—and how you can do the same.Situational Awareness: Simple habits (like planning escape routes) that could save your life.Whether you are a parent worried about your child’s safety, someone healing from past trauma, or just fascinated by the high-stakes world of celebrity protection, this episode is packed with actionable wisdom.00:00 Introduction and Disclaimer00:49 Andrea's Near-Death Experience01:33 Welcome to Wake Up Your Soul01:48 Meet Dene Josham: From Celebrity Bodyguard to Protector02:15 Dene's Journey: From Bullying to the Marines04:22 The Accident That Changed Everything07:55 Childhood Trauma and Its Impact13:03 Parenting and Understanding Children's Emotions18:12 Protecting High-Profile Children28:30 Recognizing and Preventing Threats34:33 Understanding Human Motivation and Psychopathy37:26 Skills for Self-Protection and Environmental Awareness38:32 The Role of Intuition and Emotional Awareness44:44 Empowerment and Boundary Setting47:34 Real-World Self-Defense and Personal Safety50:06 Practical Tips for Safety in Public Spaces59:48 Navigating Risky Situations and Deception01:04:48 Final Thoughts and ResourcesConnect with Dene Josham:https://www.streetwisedefence.com/Link to Uber/taxi tips podcast:https://www.streetwisedefence.com/self-defence-for-women-podcast/uber-taxi-safety-tips-for-womenSupport the showClick and subscribe to my youtube channel where you can catch fun lives to uplift your mood and video versions of this podcast:https://youtube.com/@wakeupyoursoulwithandrealynn?si=fGyeGrftRqTZNnjRFollow me on Ig:https://www.instagram.com/andrealynnintuitive?igsh=MTgzemQ2bnNwM2d4ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr