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I've Never Been a Bully with a Weapon! Podcast w/Ant Middleton
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In this episode, we delve into Ant Middleton's beginnings: his time in the military, the missions he's undertaken, the mountains he's conquered, and the emotional impact he's left on both celebrities and civilians through 'SAS: Who Dares Wins.' We also explore his No.1 bestselling author status and touch on the books he’s written, his extensive tours, and what lies ahead for this superhuman. With 1.1 million followers, he’s the ultimate mentor, embodying an elite mindset and offering confidence, resilience, and inspiration for success to others.
Who is Ant Middleton?
Ant Middleton, born on September 22, 1980, in Portsmouth, England, is a prominent British TV personality, adventurer, ex-soldier, and author, best known as the Head Honcho on Channel 4's "SAS: Who Dares Wins." Prior to his television career, Middleton served with distinction in the British Army, notably in the Special Boat Service (SBS), renowned for his combat, survival, and training expertise. Beyond the screen, he's authored books like "First Man In: Leading from the Front" and "The Fear Bubble". As an adventure enthusiast, Middleton's feats include conquering some of the world's highest peaks, such as K2 and Mount Everest, highlighting his remarkable strength, stamina, and resilience.
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Intro
1:19 - Rewind to the beginning
5:59 - Relationship with mum and stepdad at 16 coming back to the UK?
7:29 - Joining the Army & Basic Training
17:33 - The Action in Afghanistan & Minesweeping
24:11 - UK Special Forces Selection - SAS
29:37 - Comparing Armies - UK is the Best?
31:41 - Mindset Changes Whilst in Action
37:39 - How did you feel about killing people?
40:41 - Trainees of 2023 vs 2003
44:17 - Leaving the Special Forces in 2012
46:42 - Wife and Kids
49:24 - Using Aggression as a Tool
52:22 - What kind of character is the wife compared to you?
54:06 - Adjusting to Civilian Life, Mental Health and Addiction
1:05:26 - Prison in 2013
1:13:06 - After Prison
1:15:07 - SAS Who Dares Win
1:22:19 - Was there an adjustment to being a celeb?
1:25:06 - Books
1:27:48 - Climbing K2
1:33:17 - March 2021 BLM Remarks
1:40:03 - Toxic Masculinity
1:45:35 - Russell Brand
1:47:16 - The Resilience of Today's Society
1:49:59 - How worried should the UK be of
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