2 hr 35 min
EP53 - WDW | With Gregg 'Pup' Johnson | Former NZSAS Operator/Team Commander Epich Aotearoa - Create a Better Future!
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Welcome back everyone it's Joe Hotai and Brian Osman Co-founders of Epich Aotearoa - Create a Better Future Podcast! And in this episode Joe has the opportunity to speak with Gregg 'Pup' Johnson. Former NZSAS Operator/Team Commander. As part of the "In the Service of Others - Who Dares Wins" My co-host/co-founder Brian couldn't make it today, but we didn't let that hold us back. During this conversation Pup speaks openly about some of his fears/concerns that were holding him back from applying to do the NZSAS selection in the first place. The catalyst which helped him follow through and ultimately apply. He speaks honestly about his decision to voluntarily withdraw from the British SAS selection course. Working in the private security sector, going back to the NZSAS and deploying on a number of operations whilst back in the unit. He shares some hardcase (funny) stories in typical Kiwi fashion and highlights some of the other SF units comments around "if it isn't nailed down the Kiwi's will take it" 😂.
Pup speaks about his transition journey, going back to school, going back to the infantry battalion and working in the training wing/department and his passion for helping veterans and others who may be struggling and needing help. He shares some heart warming stories about Dougie Grant and John McNut - 2 former NZSAS Operators who were/are still to this day "Highly Regarded, Respected and Missed" by ALL who knew these incredible Men. Disclaimer: He mentions a few well known characters within the unit either by first name ONLY or by INITIALS. Where possible I've tried to mute out those names and/or initials - however, I may have missed some at different points as I wasn't taking notes of when that happened. That aside I hope you enjoy hearing Pup speak about some of his journey and that if possible, you're able to take something positive away from it which might help you on your path.
Pup has a genuine respect and love for the unit and his desire is that hopefully through sharing some of his experiences (where he can) on a podcast like this, might help inspire the next generation of operators seeking to serve in the SAS.
WDW! Joe & Brian Epich Aotearoa - Create a Better Future Co-Founders
OTHER LINKS: JOE HOTAI: https://www.youtube.com/c/JoeHotai1936ZERO ALPHA WEBSITE: https://www.zeroalpha.co.nz/ Music: https://www.bensound.com
Welcome back everyone it's Joe Hotai and Brian Osman Co-founders of Epich Aotearoa - Create a Better Future Podcast! And in this episode Joe has the opportunity to speak with Gregg 'Pup' Johnson. Former NZSAS Operator/Team Commander. As part of the "In the Service of Others - Who Dares Wins" My co-host/co-founder Brian couldn't make it today, but we didn't let that hold us back. During this conversation Pup speaks openly about some of his fears/concerns that were holding him back from applying to do the NZSAS selection in the first place. The catalyst which helped him follow through and ultimately apply. He speaks honestly about his decision to voluntarily withdraw from the British SAS selection course. Working in the private security sector, going back to the NZSAS and deploying on a number of operations whilst back in the unit. He shares some hardcase (funny) stories in typical Kiwi fashion and highlights some of the other SF units comments around "if it isn't nailed down the Kiwi's will take it" 😂.
Pup speaks about his transition journey, going back to school, going back to the infantry battalion and working in the training wing/department and his passion for helping veterans and others who may be struggling and needing help. He shares some heart warming stories about Dougie Grant and John McNut - 2 former NZSAS Operators who were/are still to this day "Highly Regarded, Respected and Missed" by ALL who knew these incredible Men. Disclaimer: He mentions a few well known characters within the unit either by first name ONLY or by INITIALS. Where possible I've tried to mute out those names and/or initials - however, I may have missed some at different points as I wasn't taking notes of when that happened. That aside I hope you enjoy hearing Pup speak about some of his journey and that if possible, you're able to take something positive away from it which might help you on your path.
Pup has a genuine respect and love for the unit and his desire is that hopefully through sharing some of his experiences (where he can) on a podcast like this, might help inspire the next generation of operators seeking to serve in the SAS.
WDW! Joe & Brian Epich Aotearoa - Create a Better Future Co-Founders
OTHER LINKS: JOE HOTAI: https://www.youtube.com/c/JoeHotai1936ZERO ALPHA WEBSITE: https://www.zeroalpha.co.nz/ Music: https://www.bensound.com
2 hr 35 min