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5 With A Digger Podcast

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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1:24:26

5 With A Digger. Jerard.

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2026/04/08

Episode 109 and I’m joined by Jerard. Jerard enlisted back in 2012, but this isn’t your standard service story.Just 3 months in, a serious injury changed everything. What followed was years of setbacks—spinal surgery, re-injuries, being pushed beyond medical advice… and constantly fighting to be heard.And still—he showed up. Training others as an ADI, completing heavy vehicle quals, even supporting SASR in 2017.Behind the scenes though, it was a battle.Airlifts. Heart surgery. Time in the Soldier

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1:22:37

5 With A Digger. Bryze & The Torture Tour with Jimmy...

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2026/04/01

Episode 108 and I’m joined by my old mate Bryze from the Deadass Podcast! Everytime I pass through Rockhampton I make sure to drop in and catch up over a cold beer or 10. We chat about how the podcast is going, our new community food bank opening at the 5 With A Digger Studio in Gympie. And the crazy challenge we have set for Jimmy Judge. Food Hub opening soon. (7) it'll take a tribe - search results | FacebookFind us on Instagram and Facebook. @5withadiggerpodcastThis podcast proudly sponsored by

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1:12:15

5 With A Digger. Franckiie.

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2026/03/25

Episode 107 and I’m joined by Taula Daure, better known as Franckiie. Born in Papua New Guinea and raised through hardship after losing his mum at just 4, Franckiie grew up without his dad, before reconnecting with him later in life, a powerful full-circle moment.Moving to Australia in 2005, he faced setbacks and tough moments, but he didn’t let them define him. He reset, he refocused and he found purpose in the ADF. Enlisting in 2012 as a Recovery Mechanic, Franckiie became part of the backbone

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1:29:22

5 With A Digger. Brenden 'Chuck' Berry.

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2026/03/18

Episode 106 and I’m joined by Brenden ‘Chuck’ Berry. Brenden Berry is a former Australian soldier, instructor, and Australian Border Force firearms and defensive tactics trainer, with nearly 40 years of service behind him.A third-generation cavalryman, Brenden enlisted in 1989 and served across multiple units including 3/4 Cavalry Regiment, 2RAR, and 3RAR. His deployments include Rwanda during the UN mission following the genocide, East Timor, and Iraq with SECDET 9.Alongside his military career,

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1:36:18

5 With A Digger. Tod.

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2026/03/11

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

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1:08:17

5 With A Digger. Keegsy.

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2026/03/04

Episode 104 and I’m joined by Keegsy. Keegsy signed up to the Australian Army in 2009 at just 17 years old, joining the Infantry and posting to 8/9 RAR. In 2010, he deployed to Timor — a young digger getting his first taste of operational service early in his career.By 2012, Keegsy was heading to Malaysia alongside 6RAR, continuing to build experience, strengthen his skills, and forge the kind of mateship only infantry life can create. After four solid years in green, Keegsy discharged in 2013,

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5 With A Digger. Michael Lappin.

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2026/02/25

Episode 103 and I’m joined by Michael Lappin. Michael is a Newcastle-based speaker and advocate whose journey is raw, real, and powerful. Raised in a military household, Michael grew up witnessing the long-term effects of service firsthand. His father served 35 years in the Australian Army, also being as a Vietnam veteran. Like many defence families, the impact of untreated PTSD shaped life at home in ways that lasted for years.After decades battling addiction, Michael spent 13 years in prison. But

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1:17:23

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

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2026/02/18

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,

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1:15:15

5 With A Digger. Ryan Fox. The Youth Regiment.

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2026/02/11

Episode 101 and I’m joined by Ryan. Ryan enlisted in 2009, marched out of Kapooka in 2010 and posted to 3RAR. He completed Basic Parachute Course, Assault Pioneer Course, deployed to Afghanistan with MTF-5, later qualified as a Combat Engineer before transferring to become an ADF Firefighter with 6 Aviation Regiment.Medically discharged in 2017 with physical and mental injuries, Ryan did what many struggle to do — he rebuilt. He faced his demons, sorted his injuries, and turned pain into

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1:16:19

5 With A Digger. Jarch. Episode 100!

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2026/02/04

Episode and I’m joined by Jarchy. Jarch never wore the uniform himself, but his respect for the Defence community runs deep. That respect was forged through his family, particularly his grandfather’s service, which gave him a grounded understanding of what it truly means to serve: the sacrifice, the mateship, and the quiet strength of the families who stand behind every digger.Jarch is a natural storyteller. A bloke who brings honesty, chaos, humour, and vulnerability in equal measure. In this

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1:08:56

5 With A Digger. Tooney.

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2026/01/28

Episode 99 and I’m joined by Tooney. Tooney originally applied to join the RAAF as an Airfield Defence Guard, he instead enlisted into the Australian Army as a Rifleman in 2007. While at Kapooka, he trade-transferred into Air Dispatch, marching out with the Royal Australian Corps of Transport and posting to 176 Air Dispatch Squadron after training at Puckapunyal.In 2008, an injury cut his Basic Parachute Course short — but it never slowed him down. Away from service life, he earned selection in the

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5 With A Digger. Chad.

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2026/01/21

Episode 98 and I’m joined by Chad. Chad served as an Army Infantry Soldier from 2017–2021, earning his DFSW qualification and stepping up as a Fitness Leader during his time in uniform. Known for his relentless work ethic and high standards, he capped it off by taking out Best at Physical Training at Singleton, a massive achievement in any soldier’s career.Life after Defence hasn’t slowed him down one bit. Chad has doubled down on his passion for fitness, now a qualified personal trainer, helping

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5 With A Digger. Grant - Rippys Clothing Company.

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2026/01/14

Episode 97 and I’m joined by Grant from Rippys Clothing. Grant might not be a veteran, but the values behind Rippy’s align strongly with what this podcast stands for: resilience, mental health, accountability, and backing your mates. Built from the ground up, Rippy’s isn’t just a clothing brand.It’s a platform for real conversations and real stories, especially the ones that often go unheard.This yarn is about purpose over trends, creating something meaningful from scratch, and using creativity to

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37:54

5 With A Digger. Best of Part 3!

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2026/01/07

As we roll into the New Year, we’re dropping a few “best of” episodes, The biggest laughs, the hardest conversations, and the moments that reminded us why this podcast exists.These episodes are a look back at the year that was:Real storiesReal peopleReal conversationsPlenty of laughs and plenty of heartPerfect listening whether you’re on leave, on duty, on the road, or just stealing five quiet minutes over the break.A massive thank you to everyone who’s listened, shared, supported, and backed 5 With

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35:47

5 With A Digger. Best of Part 2!

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2025/12/31

As we roll into the Christmas break, we’re dropping a few “best of” episodes, The biggest laughs, the hardest conversations, and the moments that reminded us why this podcast exists.These episodes are a look back at the year that was:Real storiesReal peopleReal conversationsPlenty of laughs and plenty of heartPerfect listening whether you’re on leave, on duty, on the road, or just stealing five quiet minutes over the break.A massive thank you to everyone who’s listened, shared, supported, and backed

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32:50

5 With A Digger. Best of Part 1!

5 With A Digger Podcast ·

2025/12/24

As we roll into the Christmas break, we’re dropping a few “best of” episodes, The biggest laughs, the hardest conversations, and the moments that reminded us why this podcast exists.These episodes are a look back at the year that was:Real storiesReal peopleReal conversationsPlenty of laughs and plenty of heartPerfect listening whether you’re on leave, on duty, on the road, or just stealing five quiet minutes over the break.A massive thank you to everyone who’s listened, shared, supported, and backed

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1:08:35

5 With A Digger. Christmas Special Featuring Crowy.

5 With A Digger Podcast ·

2025/12/17

Episode 93 and I’m joined by Crowy.This is our final guest episode for the year, and we’re closing it out with Crowy, returning for the third time. This one’s about Christmas on deployment, the highs, the lows, missing home, and the mateship that fills the gaps when you’re in cams instead of boardies. The toll it takes on our servicemen and women, and the amazing families at home holding everything down while waiting for their loved ones to come home.Find us on Instagram and Facebook

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1:01:48

5 With A Digger. Colleen.

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2025/12/10

Episode 92 and I’m joined by Colleen. Colleen is aformer RAAF Aeronautical Life Support Fitter turned professional natural bodybuilder, mindset coach, and founder of The Adventurous Muse.After a decade holding her own in a hyper-masculine military environment, Colleen now teaches high-performance discipline through a feminine lens, blending strength, strategy, and deep self-awareness.She’s the creator of the DIR Method (Discipline. Integrity. Resilience.) A framework now used by veterans, athletes,

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1:05:39

5 With A Digger. Josh Atkins.

5 With A Digger Podcast ·

2025/12/03

Episode 91 and I’m joined by Josh. Josh has packed plenty into both service and civvy life. He enlisted in 2009, smashed out IETs as a Steward at HMAS Cerberus, posted to 5RAR, then back to Cerberus to play footy and re-trade as a Cook before heading to 7CSSB.He discharged in 2015, but kicked off his own business within 3 months and has been very successful in the PT and the sports science field! In 2021 he launched Weight of War, raising $52k+ across four events and already on track to add another

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5 With A Digger. Zian.

5 With A Digger Podcast ·

2025/11/26

Episode 90 and I’m joined by Zian. Zian enlisted in 2010 at just 17, kicked off her paperwork at 16, and hit the ground running.She was thrown into Artillery straight out of Kapooka, hated it, got sick, and fought her way back to clerks where she felt she belonged. From 2CER to HQ 1 DIV/DJFHQ, she found her passion for policy and keeping the Army machine moving. A deployment on Op Hawick in 2014, a promo posting to 6 RAR in 2015, and key admin roles right across the battalion, she smashed every job

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