Episode
Australian Commando Selection, Iran War & The Future of Warfare | Ep. 285 | Pt. 1
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- Mike Drop
- Published
- Mar 31, 2026
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- 4475
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Summary
Heston Russell, former Major with Australia’s 2nd Commando Regiment, multiple combat deployments. We’re going deep on what commando selection actually does to your mind and body, how he built and led teams through Afghanistan and Iraq, and why he’s now on a mission to fix veteran support back home. We also discuss the Iran war and Australia's stance in the midst of the the conflict. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices