One Moment Please

#122 Forged in Fire | Australian Special Forces Story of life and d**th on the frontline - Scott Ryder

Release Date: 10/3/2024

Duration: 307440 Mins

Authors: One Moment Please

Description: Scott Ryder served for 22 years with the Australian Army, including 16 years as an operator with the 2nd Commando Regiment. He served in East Timor and multiple tours of Afghanistan and Iraq. He holds numerous commendations and a Masters of Business, and he works in veteran charities to improve the life of veterans and their families.From the age of 12, Scott Ryder knew he wanted to join the army, and he signed up as soon as he could. After serving as a paratrooper and in East Timor with 3 RAR, he wanted more. He trained all summer and took the gruelling selection course for the commandos, earning the prized green beret on his second attempt. His book "Forged in Fire' takes us inside the secretive world of the commandos. Ryder shares battlefield stories from his tours to Afghanistan, where his regiment saw some of the heaviest fighting Australian forces have experienced since the Vietnam War. After being seriously injured in a shocking Black Hawk helicopter crash in Kandahar, he was the only survivor to return to active service. Forged in Fire can be purchased through retailers Dymocks, Collins, Readings, Audible and Amazon just to list a few. Audiobook is on Apple Books, Spotify and Audible.Follow Scott https://www.instagram.com/scott_ryder_zero79/Follow the podcasthttps://mtr.bio/onemomentpleasepodcastOnemomentpleasepodcast.comIG:@onemomentpleasepodcastFB: OneMomentPleaseNow on YouTubehttps://rb.gy/xzrvlx

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REPUBLISHED #41 Gun to the head - Keith Banks

Release Date: 8/22/2024

Duration: 217140 Mins

Authors: One Moment Please

Description: FROM THE ARCHIVES - OUR FAVOURITE UNDERCOVER COP! Keith Banks is one of Queensland’s most decorated police officers and his experience as a Tactical Operations Specialist Officer in the eighties. After Keith left deep undercover duty (as told in his bestselling first book - Drugs, Guns and Lies), he continued to seek the adrenaline and rush of the sharp end of policing. Gun to the Head is a retelling of Keith’s high-risk operations as part of the Tactical Response Group, to his move into the shadowy world of Criminal Intelligence (where he spent years pursuing outlaw motorcycle gangs). Keith later changed to the Major Crime Squad, again searching for the rush and excitement he continually craved. But life in the fast lane takes a toll, and through Gun to the Head we see all that led to Keith’s years of suffering from PTSD. Gun to the Head facts: • To date Keith is the only police officer to have received the prestigious Queensland Police Valour Award medal twice in his career. Both occasions are explored within this book. • This tactical work is what leads to Keith’s PTSD. He is now a volunteer Peer Support Officer for Police Veterans Victoria and continues to recover. His goal is to help first responders realise they aren’t alone and that recovery is very possible.**WARNING: Graphic and violent discussions of tactical situations, PTSD** keithbanks.com.auFollow the podcastOnemomentpleasepodcast.comIG:@onemomentpleasepodcastFB: One Moment Please 

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#118 Hippo Attacks, Border Arrests and a Risky Solo Journey - Sarah Davis

Release Date: 8/15/2024

Duration: 390180 Mins

Authors: One Moment Please

Description: Sarah Davis survived hippo attacks, being arrested and detained and running lethal rapids. She travelled through a country on the brink of civil war and in the background was dealing with the risk of kidnap.The trip included over 1,000km of rafting, followed by 3,000km of kayaking and Sarah became the first woman to lead an expedition down this mighty river. Along the way, she immersed herself in the fascinating local cultures of the five countries she travelled through: Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Sudan and Egypt.Sarah then went on to paddle 2500km down the Murray River.She then swapped paddles for pedals and in 2021 cycled across Australia, which included crossing sand dunes and battling 40°C days while losing count of the number of flat tyres she and her cycle buddy Tara had during their testing 4700- kilometre journey. Earlier this Sarah headed to the Middle East where she bike-packed solo 1600km through Oman. During this adventure, she felt that being out of her comfort zone wasn’t as familiar as it used to be. She has decided to do something about it. She’s also writing her next book: Gulp! How to Embrace Risk and Live Boldly. Bringing these together Sarah is embarking on a year of ‘Gulps’: 52 things that’ll take her into the unknown, uncertain and uncomfortable.Delving into Sarah's incredible encounters with danger, her bold expeditions across deserts and rivers, and her unyielding determination to push past fear. Stay tuned as we uncover Sarah's extraordinary journey, her fearless spirit, and her mission to inspire others to embrace risk and live boldly. Get ready to be captivated by an episode packed with exhilarating escapades and invaluable life lessons.Link to book: https://rb.gy/db4iw3www.sarahjdavis.com | IG @sarahpaddlesFollow the podcasthttps://mtr.bio/onemomentpleasepodcastOnemomentpleasepodcast.comIG:@onemomentpleasepodcastFB: OneMomentPleaseNow on YouTubehttps://rb.gy/xzrvlxTimestamps00:00 Switched from running to paddling due to injuries and arthritis, now into long-distance ocean paddling with a focus on expeditions.05:58 Received concise project plan guidance led to unexpected fulfillment using professional skills for a passion project.11:06 Delaying posts due to being tracked, sought professional help for safety concerns.18:54 Prepared for river kayaking, cautious of hippos.25:05 Encountering a frantic hippo, learning to think creatively under pressure.29:20 Subjected to house arrest, passports and phones confiscated, confrontational encounter with chief prosecutor.36:26 Dave's valuable feedback provided reassurance and confidence.40:08 Paolo navigated rapids in Rwanda and Tanzania, facing challenges with scouting due to drone licensing difficulties.47:18 Desire to take on challenge despite self-doubt.51:03 Traveled from Uganda to Sudan for exploration and kayaking.55:25 Embrace discomfort to grow and expand comfort zone.01:04:52 Person reminisces about announcing plans, feeling doubtful, and waiting for criticism.01:09:45 The text describes a difficult kayak trip during hot weather, encountering snakes, and having a bad Christmas.01:15:39 Difficulty crossing narrow river section with boats, trouble finding campsite.01:17:14 Only child, comfortable alone, met people along the way.01:26:38 Researched trip options, considered paddling, switched to cycling in Oman.01:27:47 They established communication protocols and had emergency contacts, ensuring safety while traveling. Met fellow solo female travelers.01:33:15 Changed plan, cycled coast, visited sinkhole, wadies, Nizwa, desert, camped, watched sunrise in silence, vast desert.01:40:36 Preparing for mental challenge with Nile trip per TED Talk by Tom Chabey.01:46:34 Encouraging action and trust, recognizing privilege.#AdventureTravel #ExtremeSports #RiskTaking #OutdoorAdventure #SoloTravel #Empowerment #OvercomingFear #SoloExpedition #BoldJourney #SurvivalSkills #LivingFearlessly #EmbracingRisk #WildernessExploration #SoloCycling #RiverJourney #NileExpedition #TravelInspiration #SoloKayaking #MentalToughness #ExploringBoundaries 

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