Veterans In Politics Podcast
Veterans In Politics is a set of interviews that sets out to explore how the military community can help make our politics a better place. We sit down with individuals from across the world of politics, sharing secrets, giving tips and advice and inspiring the next generation. Veterans In Politics podcast's mission is to inspire, enable and empower the Armed Forces community to stand up and serve again!
Veterans In Politics Podcast
Latest Episodes
Councillor Nedra Daniel- From growing up in the Caribbean, to serving at Sea, transitioning into the Law and politics
In this episode, Councillor Nedra Daniel sits down with Jonny Ball and shares her inspiring journey from growing up in St Vincent and the Grenadines to serving in the Royal Navy, studying law, and becoming a local councillor. Discover how her r...
Councillor Jez Kent- The Mayor of Wrexham on the power of the Cadet movement
In this episode, Jez Kent, Mayor of Wrexham and long-time cadet volunteer, sits down with our host Jonny Ball and shares insights into the transformative power of the cadet movement, its strategic importance, and how community engagement shapes...
Al Carns DSO OBE MC MP - the most decorated Parliamentarian on why he got into politics
In this episode, Jonny Ball interviews Alistair Carns about his journey from military service to politics, the importance of service, and how veterans can shape society. They explore themes of leadership, resilience, and the power of community ...
Maj Gen Neil Marshall on why pensions matter for the Armed Forces and how to influence government
In this episode of the Veterans In Politics Podcast, Jonny Ball is joined by Major General Neil Marshall OBE, Chief Executive of the Forces Pension Society on their 80th Birthday, for a wide-ranging conversation about one of the m...
Lt Col (Retd) Derek Plews - The Former Dept PM's Press Secretary, on reservist advocacy, military comms, and telling the story of Afghanistan
Jonny Ball speaks with his former government colleague Derek Plews about a career that moved from journalism in Northern Ireland to reservist service, civil service communications, and senior defence media roles. The conversation explore...
