5 With A Digger Podcast

Jesse Hobson
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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.

  1. 2d ago

    5 With A Digger. Sean Brown.

    Sean is the owner of Summit in Cairns, who generously sponsored part of our recent Adelaide trip, helping us get on the road, record more incredible stories and continue giving veterans a platform. Sean enlisted in the Army Reserve in 2015 as an infantry soldier with 31/42 RQR, taking part in major exercises before deploying on Operation Bushfire Assist to Kangaroo Island and later serving on COVID Assist . But behind the uniform, Sean was also completing an apprenticeship, becoming a father at just 21 and fighting through the family law courts to protect his relationship with his daughter. Eventually, growing family and business commitments forced him to step away from Defence but the desire to serve has never disappeared. We unpack his military service, fatherhood, the family court battle, building Summit and the possibility of one day returning to the green. This is a bloody powerful conversation about service, sacrifice, resilience and rebuilding. https://summitperformancecentre.com.au https://www.instagram.com/summit_cairns/ https://www.facebook.com/p/Summit-Performance-Centre-Altitude-Group-Fitness-Cairns-61589069351700/ It’ll Take A Tribe Community Food Bank Open - Facebook Find us on Instagram and Facebook. Facebook Instagram This podcast proudly sponsored by  Gravel Empire Holdings - Instagram Cuzkell – Instagram Elite Boxing Club Adelaide - Instagram Merch available CREW Apparel & Print | Shop Custom Apparel Now Like. Subscribe. Tell your mates. YOU'RE NEVER ALONE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    5 With A Digger. Sean Brown.

  2. Aug 26

    5 With A Digger. Harley Fox. The GreyMan Podcast.

    This week I’m joined by Harley Fox from the GreyMan Podcast.   Harley’s military journey spans the Navy and Army Reserve across two decades, from serving as a Navy cook, to leaving Defence after the tragic loss of his fiancée, before finding his way back into uniform twice.   We unpack his time as an Officer Cadet, mortar operator and acting Section Commander at the Soldier Recovery Centre, along with his decision to finish serving in 2025 and step behind the microphone.   This is an honest conversation about service, grief, recovery, finding direction and the power of sharing stories. https://www.thegreyman.au https://www.facebook.com/greymanpodcast https://www.youtube.com/@greymanpodcast https://www.instagram.com/thegreymanpodcast/ It’ll Take A Tribe Community Food Bank Open - Facebook Find us on Instagram and Facebook. Facebook Instagram This podcast proudly sponsored by  Gravel Empire Holdings - Instagram Cuzkell – Instagram Elite Boxing Club Adelaide - Instagram Merch available CREW Apparel & Print | Shop Custom Apparel Now Like. Subscribe. Tell your mates. YOU'RE NEVER ALONE!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    5 With A Digger. Harley Fox. The GreyMan Podcast.

  3. Aug 19

    5 With A Digger. Wendy Perry.

    This week’s guest is a little bit different, she’s not a veteran, but her story of fitness, business, community and completely changing direction in life is one worth hearing. 💪 A mum of four and granny of five, she went from a career in banking and financial planning to completing her Cert III & IV in Fitness after people started noticing her own results and asking her for advice. Then in 2013, redundancy forced a change of direction. She started training at Anytime Fitness Cooroy, applied for the manager’s job and started the very next day. By April 2014, she’d bought the gym. 🔥 What started as essentially buying herself a wage became something much bigger. 🏋️ Around 400 members grew to 900 👥 A team of 3 grew to 10 🤝 And most importantly, she built a genuine community where people feel like they belong. In this episode we chat about her journey, taking risks, running a business, the importance of community, and how fitness can be about so much more than just training. For veterans especially, getting back into a gym can sometimes be that first step towards routine, connection and finding your people again. This is a great conversation about backing yourself, changing direction and building something that matters. https://www.facebook.com/AnytimeFitnessCooroy/ https://www.instagram.com/atf_cooroy/?hl=en https://www.anytimefitness.com/en-au/locations/cooroy-queensland-au-1030 It’ll Take A Tribe Community Food Bank Open - Facebook Find us on Instagram and Facebook. Facebook Instagram This podcast proudly sponsored by  Gravel Empire Holdings - Instagram Cuzkell – Instagram Elite Boxing Club Adelaide - Instagram Merch available CREW Apparel & Print | Shop Custom Apparel Now Like. Subscribe. Tell your mates. YOU'RE NEVER ALONE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    5 With A Digger. Wendy Perry.

  4. Aug 12

    5 With A Digger. Grant Clifton.

    This week we sit down with Grant Clifton, founder of Debt Free Me, to talk all things money, debt, financial freedom and mental health.  After experiencing his own financial struggles, Grant completely changed the way he approached money and eventually became debt-free. That journey led him to create Debt Free Me, helping everyday Australians take control of their finances and build a better future.   We chat about Grant’s own journey, common money mistakes, budgeting, getting out of debt, saving, investing and some simple changes that can make a big difference over time. Practical advice. Real-world strategies. A better mindset around money.   Whether you’re trying to get out of debt, get ahead financially or simply make smarter decisions with your money, there’s plenty to take away from this one.   Please note: The information discussed in this episode is general in nature and is provided for educational purposes only. It is not personal financial advice. Always seek advice from a qualified financial adviser before making decisions about your finances, investments, superannuation or insurance.   www.debtfreeme.online   Use digger10 at checkout for $10 discount on book!   It’ll Take A Tribe Community Food Bank Open - Facebook Find us on Instagram and Facebook. Facebook Instagram This podcast proudly sponsored by  Gravel Empire Holdings - Instagram Cuzkell – Instagram Elite Boxing Club Adelaide - Instagram Merch available CREW Apparel & Print | Shop Custom Apparel Now Like. Subscribe. Tell your mates. YOU'RE NEVER ALONE!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    5 With A Digger. Grant Clifton.

  5. Aug 5

    5 With A Digger. Hannah Hines.

    This episode is a little different but it’s one that could genuinely make a difference to your future. We’re joined by Hannah Hines, Financial Adviser at Apex Financial Services, to break down the world of money, financial planning and preparing for life beyond service.   With more than 15 years of experience across banking and financial services, and a Master of Financial Planning, Hannah is passionate about helping everyday Australians make informed financial decisions without all the confusing jargon.   What makes this conversation especially relevant to our community is Hannah’s close connection to the Defence family. With immediate family members who have served in the Air Force, Navy and Army, she understands many of the unique opportunities and challenges that serving members, veterans and their families face.   Please note: The information discussed in this episode is general in nature and is provided for educational purposes only. It is not personal financial advice. Always seek advice from a qualified financial adviser before making decisions about your finances, investments, superannuation or insurance.   * MoneySmart - https://moneysmart.gov.au/ * MoneySmart Budget Planner - https://moneysmart.gov.au/budgeting/budget-planner * Good Schools Guide (Australia) - https://www.goodschools.com.au/      It’ll Take A Tribe Community Food Bank Open - Facebook Find us on Instagram and Facebook. Facebook Instagram This podcast proudly sponsored by  Gravel Empire Holdings - Instagram Cuzkell – Instagram Elite Boxing Club Adelaide - Instagram Merch available CREW Apparel & Print | Shop Custom Apparel Now Like. Subscribe. Tell your mates. YOU'RE NEVER ALONE!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    5 With A Digger. Hannah Hines.

  6. Jul 29

    5 With A Digger. James Bennett

    At just 19 years old, James Bennett enlisted in the Australian Army, joining Alpha Company, 7RAR, in search of purpose, adventure and the chance to serve his country. His military journey would take him across Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand on Rifle Company Butterworth 115, where he forged lifelong friendships and experienced the highs and lows of military life. But behind the scenes, James was fighting battles that few knew about. For the first time publicly, James opens up about the difficult discharge process that followed between 2015 and 2017, the lasting impact it had on his life, and the realities many veterans face when the uniform comes off. We also dive into his unique role assisting the Special Air Service Regiment (SASR) in the recreation of the Lindt Café Siege offering a rare insight into one of Australia’s most significant counter-terrorism training exercises. This is an honest, raw and powerful conversation about service, sacrifice, resilience and life after the Army. Huge thanks to the legends at Last Laugh Apparel Isaac Sullivan and Summit Performance Centre – Altitude Group Fitness Cairns for helping us on our interstate trip to Adelaide to record this episode! IOS GROUP LAE - Instagram Last Laugh Apparel - Instagram Summit Performance Centre Cairns - Instagram SA REO - Facebook Gabagool - Instagram Yianni's Hellenic Yiros on Hindley It’ll Take A Tribe Community Food Bank Open - Facebook Find us on Instagram and Facebook. Facebook Instagram This podcast proudly sponsored by  Gravel Empire Holdings - Instagram Cuzkell – Instagram Elite Boxing Club Adelaide - Instagram Merch available CREW Apparel & Print | Shop Custom Apparel Now Like. Subscribe. Tell your mates. YOU'RE NEVER ALONE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    5 With A Digger. James Bennett

  7. Jul 22

    5 With A Digger. Sam Bamford. 2 Worlds Collide Podcast.

    This week’s guest is Sam Bamford. Australian Army combat veteran, former paratrooper and host of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast. After serving in Afghanistan in 2012, Sam transitioned out of the Army and built a platform known for long-form, unfiltered conversations that challenge ideas, ask difficult questions and encourage open discussion on the issues shaping Australia today. Away from the microphone, Sam continues to serve the veteran community. In 2025, he ran more than 1,000 kilometres from Melbourne to Adelaide, raising vital funds and awareness for veterans and first responders living with PTSD. Love him or disagree with him, one thing is certain, Sam isn’t afraid to tackle the conversations that many others avoid. In this episode, we dive into his military service, life after the Army, the growth of independent media, the power of open conversation, and what continues to drive him to speak up on the issues he believes matter most. This is an honest, thought-provoking conversation you won’t want to miss. Huge thanks to the legends at @lastlaugh.apparel @ios_group_lae and @summit_cairns for helping us on our interstate trip to Adelaide to record this episode! Recorded live from Adelaide. Thanks to everyone who made this trip possible!  IOS GROUP LAE - Instagram Last Laugh Apparel - Instagram Summit Performance Centre Cairns - Instagram SA REO - Facebook Gabagool - Instagram Yianni's Hellenic Yiros on Hindley It’ll Take A Tribe Community Food Bank Open - Facebook Find us on Instagram and Facebook. Facebook Instagram This podcast proudly sponsored by  Gravel Empire Holdings - Instagram Cuzkell – Instagram Elite Boxing Club Adelaide - Instagram Merch available CREW Apparel & Print | Shop Custom Apparel Now Like. Subscribe. Tell your mates. YOU'RE NEVER ALONE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    5 With A Digger. Sam Bamford. 2 Worlds Collide Podcast.

  8. Jul 18

    5 With A Digger. Justin. Dead Reckoning Rum.

    From the Australian outback to the world's most exclusive superyachts, Justin has lived a life few could ever imagine. After spending eight years travelling Australia with nothing more than a swag, fishing rods and a passion for adventure, Justin found himself in the superyacht industry in southern France. Starting at the bottom, he worked his way up to Chief Officer on 120-metre luxury yachts, rubbing shoulders with billionaires, celebrities and elite military operators from around the world. Today, Justin is the founder of Dead Reckoning Rum, a global Australian rum brand now sold in seven countries. But his greatest passion goes far beyond great rum. Through his business, Justin honours Australia's fallen soldiers by creating special releases dedicated to each of the 41 diggers lost in Afghanistan, with 50% of the profits donated to veterans' organisations chosen by their families. It's an incredible conversation about adventure, resilience, purpose and giving back. info@larumblaimports.com.au https://deadreckoningrumusa.com/ Quality Spirits Distributor | La Rumbla Imports | Adelaide Instagram Facebook Recorded live from Adelaide. Thanks to everyone who made this trip possible! IOS GROUP LAE - Instagram Last Laugh Apparel - Instagram Summit Performance Centre Cairns - Instagram SA REO - Facebook Gabagool - Instagram Yianni's Hellenic Yiros on Hindley It’ll Take A Tribe Community Food Bank Open - Facebook Find us on Instagram and Facebook. Facebook Instagram This podcast proudly sponsored by Gravel Empire Holdings - Instagram Cuzkell – Instagram Elite Boxing Club Adelaide - Instagram Merch available CREW Apparel & Print | Shop Custom Apparel Now Like. Subscribe. Tell your mates. YOU'RE NEVER ALONE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    5 With A Digger. Justin. Dead Reckoning Rum.
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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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  • Creator
    Jesse Hobson
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    133
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Jesse Hobson
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    5 With A Digger Podcast

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