5 With A Digger Podcast

Jesse Hobson

A couple of beers and a yarn with some of the people who have served or do serve our great country in the armed forces. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 1D AGO

    5 With A Digger. Tod.

    Episode 105 and I’m joined by Tod. Tod is a former Australian Army Combat Engineer who served 12 years in the Corps from 2009–2021. Starting his career as a young Sapper, Tod spent his early years on the tools as a Combat Engineer before transitioning into the civil construction side of the trade, eventually rising through the ranks to Corporal. Across his time in service he was involved in a huge range of work — from AACAP projects in remote communities around Australia, to major exercises like Hamel and Cultana, and operational tasks including: • Refurbishment works at Navy Dive School – Shoalwater Bay • Infrastructure builds on Nauru • Flood relief operations in Port Macquarie Tod also spent two years posted to the School of Military Engineering at Holsworthy as an instructor, helping train and mentor the next generation of Combat Engineers coming through the Corps. But this episode goes deeper than just the jobs and deployments. We talk about life in the Army, the challenges that come with service, the personal battles along the way, and what life looks like on the other side. Another powerful conversation and another important story. Food Hub opening soon.  (7) it'll take a tribe - search results | Facebook Find us on Instagram and Facebook. @5withadiggerpodcast This podcast proudly sponsored by @Gravelempireholdings @Cuzkell_pty_ltd @Eliteboxingclubadl @MinorityInfluencesClothing Use "5WITHADIGGER" at checkout for 15% off on Savvy Touch Products. Merch available at www.crewapparelprint.com.au Like. Subscribe. Tell your mates. YOU'RE NEVER ALONE!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 36m
  2. FEB 18

    5 With A Digger. Matthew French. The Youth Regiment.

    Episode 102 and I’m joined by Matthew French. Matthew is an Australian Army veteran, Infantry Paratrooper, former leader in Veteran Mentors, and now the CEO of The Youth Regiment. After serving his country on deployment, Matthew transitioned his passion for leadership and mentorship into the civilian space — co-founding Veteran Mentors and delivering impactful programs for young people facing real adversity across Australia. Today, through The Youth Regiment, he’s driving an Australia-first, veteran-led movement focused on early intervention, discipline, resilience, and real-world life skills. With long-term mentorship and a strong family-first ethos at its core, the program is helping shape stronger teenagers, stronger families, and stronger communities. This is a powerful conversation about service, purpose, and building the next generation of resilient young Australians. HOME | The Youth Regiment Shoutout to Now That’s Dramas Podcast for letting us use their studio! Now Thats Dramas Podcast – Now That’s Dramas Podcast Find us on Instagram and Facebook. @5withadiggerpodcast This podcast proudly sponsored by @Gravelempireholdings @Cuzkell_pty_ltd @Eliteboxingclubadl @MinorityInfluencesClothing Use "5WITHADIGGER" at checkout for 15% off on Savvy Touch Products. Merch available at www.crewapparelprint.com.au Like. Subscribe. Tell your mates. YOU'RE NEVER ALONE!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 17m

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A couple of beers and a yarn with some of the people who have served or do serve our great country in the armed forces. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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