Inside the SAS - Jamie Pennell on Fighting the Taliban & Willie Apiata Winning Victoria Cross

In this gripping episode, I sit down with Jamie Pennell, a highly decorated New Zealand SAS soldier awarded the New Zealand Gallantry Star for his extraordinary actions on the battlefield. This is an intimate and raw conversation about resilience, leadership, and the realities of serving in one of the world’s most elite military units. What You'll Learn in This Episode: The Journey to the SAS: Jamie’s early aspirations, what drew him to special forces, and the brutal selection process that ...

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Guiding you toward a life of purpose, progress, and personal growth.  Each week, James interviews world-class thinkers, including prime ministers, Olympic gold medalists, billionaires, and visionaries, to uncover the habits, tools, and mindsets that drive meaningful success.Hosted by James Laughlin—a 7-time world champion drummer, sought-after keynote speaker, and high-performance leadership consultant—this podcast brings you conversations with extraordinary individuals who have shaped industries, inspired nations, and achieved greatness.Whether you're building confidence, breaking through barriers, or discovering your purpose, Lead on Purpose is your guide to turning challenges into opportunities and ambitions into achievements.We are proud to be sponsored by the incredible team at NZ Mortgages. You can visit them at nzmortgages.co.nz