Off Grid

Mike Trueman is the founder of True Adventure that lead expeditions for school children. He has also been a Gurkha officer, Everest summiteer, army helicopter pilot, chief jungle warfare instructor in Brunei, diplomat during the Yugoslavian war, mountaineer, and author.In this conversation, we talk about:- Why travel is needed to develop young people- Joining the Army aged 16 as a boy soldier- Everest rescue missions of the 1996 storms and Michael Matthews- How to make decisions in a crisis- The true meaning of great leadershipYou can find True Adventure here:Website - https://true-adventure.co.ukThank you

Ben Sherlock is an adventure cameraman whose work has taken him from war zones to some of the biggest adventure productions on television, including Blue Planet 3 with David Attenborough, Limitless with Chris Hemsworth, and multiple shows with Ed Stafford.In this conversation, we talk about:- Flying into war in Baghdad age 21- Why Ben describes his early career as a series of terrible mistakes- What it's really like to be Ed Stafford's personal cameraman- Struggles with arrogance and depression in life- How to doggedly pursue your dreamBen’s website is here:https://bensherlock.net/You can find Ben here:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-sherlock-30527253/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dopsherlock/ Thank you

Recorded on video in a woodland, this episode is all about how the outdoors can help us feel less lonely and more connected. I share 3 simple ways to socialise outside, build stronger relationships, and create more meaningful moments with people in real life.In this episode, I talk about:- Why mornings are better for real connection- Micro-adventures that start from your doorstep- The power of a simple walk- How technology is weakening our relationships- Why a little discomfort builds stronger friendshipsThank you 

Julian Osborne is the co-founder of Batch London, the casual suit menswear brand. In this conversation, we talk about:- Why it's worth going to university as an entrepreneur- The value of off grid travel in a busy life- Lessons in male confidence in England- Redefining success beyond money and status- The reality of building a 10 year overnight successJulian is the co-founder of Batch LDN:Website - https://batchldn.comYou can find Julian here:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/julian-osborne/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/julian_osborne/