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EPISODE · Mar 22, 2026 · 53 MIN

The Story of Big Pete Irish - Fighter - Actor - Champion Arm Wrestler

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War changes a man.But what happens when the war follows you home?In this powerful episode of the M26Fit Podcast, Magnus Olson sits down with Pete O’Hanlon, known to many as “Big Pete Irish,” a former Australian infantry soldier who spent 11 years in the military and completed three tours in East Timor.Pete has lived through experiences most people will never truly understand. The brotherhood of soldiers, the responsibility of carrying a weapon for your country, and the emotional toll that comes with conflict.When the uniform came off, a different battle began.Pete faced PTSD, depression, anxiety and the difficult transition back into civilian life, confronting personal wars that no one trains you for.But instead of breaking, he rebuilt.Today Pete has reinvented himself. He’s an author of two books, a rising actor in film and television, and a champion arm wrestler who continues to push his physical and mental limits.This conversation goes deep into war, brotherhood, trauma, resilience, identity and purpose.Pete speaks openly about the realities soldiers face, what the public doesn’t see, and the lessons war teaches about courage, loyalty and the human spirit.This episode is raw, honest and incredibly powerful.A story of battle, brotherhood and rebuilding a life after war.Subscribe for more powerful conversations like this.The M26Fit Podcast is proudly hosted by Magnus Olson.Find out more about M26Fit:https://linktr.ee/m26fit

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War changes a man. But what happens when the war follows you home? In this powerful episode of the M26Fit Podcast, Magnus Olson sits down with Pete O’Hanlon, known to many as “Big Pete Irish,” a former Australian infantry soldier who spent 11 years in the military and completed three tours in East Timor. Pete has lived through experiences most people will never truly understand. The brotherhood of soldiers, the responsibility of carrying a weapon for your country, and the emotional toll th...

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