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]]> false Chris Binch chrisbinch10@gmail.com 679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 theoldparatrooperpodcast https://anchor.fm/s/f2701a28/podcast/rss episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2/show-cover.jpg https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-binch The Old Paratrooper Podcast https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 Episode#29 Former Para and current Firefighter Andy Williams joins TOPP for a very interesting chat. Episode#29 Former Para and current Firefighter Andy Williams joins TOPP for a very interesting chat. Sat, 15 Feb 2025 19:29:06 GMT 1:04:49 67b0eb03f7ed892410dedff7 false https://shows.acast.com/theoldparatrooperpodcast/episodes/67b0eb03f7ed892410dedff7 67b0eb03f7ed892410dedff7 679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 full 29 Despite a turbulent upbringing, Andrew Williams enlisted in the Parachute Regiment at just 16. Deployed to the deadly frontlines of Helmand Province, Afghanistan, in 2006, he confronted the brutal realities of warfare, engaging in some of the most intense combat witnessed by the British Army since the Korean War. After his military service, Andrew transitioned into domestic counter-intelligence and spent over a decade as a high-risk security consultant, navigating some of the world’s most dangerous and unpredictable environments. These harrowing experiences forced him to face not only the physical dangers around him but also the deep, often unseen, psychological scars left by war.


Check out his new book.


https://www.amazon.co.uk/Beyond-Drop-Zone-Paratroopers-Story-ebook/dp/B0CWCKBNRY


Beyond The Drop Zone, takes you on a gripping journey from patrolling the streets of Northern Ireland to war-torn Iraq, coming face to face with ISIS, and engaging in fierce battles in Afghanistan with 3 PARA.


This raw and unflinching memoir reveals the psychological toll of combat, Andrew’s struggles with mental health, and his fight against a life-threatening illness. It is a powerful account of overcoming immense adversity, finding a path to healing, and discovering the strength of perseverance.


This is his story, told in his own words.

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Check out his new book.


https://www.amazon.co.uk/Beyond-Drop-Zone-Paratroopers-Story-ebook/dp/B0CWCKBNRY


Beyond The Drop Zone, takes you on a gripping journey from patrolling the streets of Northern Ireland to war-torn Iraq, coming face to face with ISIS, and engaging in fierce battles in Afghanistan with 3 PARA.


This raw and unflinching memoir reveals the psychological toll of combat, Andrew’s struggles with mental health, and his fight against a life-threatening illness. It is a powerful account of overcoming immense adversity, finding a path to healing, and discovering the strength of perseverance.


This is his story, told in his own words.

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]]> Episode#28 Former Oasis tour manager, former Para and Firefighter Iain Robertson chats to TOPP. Episode#28 Former Oasis tour manager, former Para and Firefighter Iain Robertson chats to TOPP. Wed, 29 Jan 2025 22:19:15 GMT 1:28:27 679aa965a7ace681d8854a45 false https://shows.acast.com/theoldparatrooperpodcast/episodes/679aa965a7ace681d8854a45 679aa965a7ace681d8854a45 679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 full 28

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]]> Episode #27 EX Para and Pathfinder Tom Blakey chats to TOPP about his eventful military career. Episode #27 EX Para and Pathfinder Tom Blakey chats to TOPP about his eventful military career. Sun, 12 Jan 2025 11:16:54 GMT 56:42 ef43f2db-f917-44cf-af13-3cfa674251e4 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-binch/episodes/Episode-27-EX-Para-and-Pathfinder-Tom-Blakey-chats-to-TOPP-about-his-eventful-military-career-e2tcrvg 679a9f77a234f420daaa5a1b 679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 full

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]]> Episode#26 Battle of Britain and SAS veteran 102 yr old Chelsea pensioner John Morris chats to TOPP Episode#26 Battle of Britain and SAS veteran 102 yr old Chelsea pensioner John Morris chats to TOPP Sun, 12 Jan 2025 11:07:55 GMT 47:25 ead0925e-4505-4570-9715-03fbfe4ae5ea false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-binch/episodes/Episode26-Battle-of-Britain-and-SAS-veteran-102-yr-old-Chelsea-pensioner-John-Morris-chats-to-TOPP-e2tcrem 679a9f75a234f420daaa59da 679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 full

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]]> Episode #25 Former Paratrooper and best selling author Coach Mike Chadwick chats with TOPP. Episode #25 Former Paratrooper and best selling author Coach Mike Chadwick chats with TOPP. Sun, 12 Jan 2025 11:03:25 GMT 39:07 d878bf6e-847d-4a07-b844-c9409109a326 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-binch/episodes/Episode-25-Former-Paratrooper-and-best-selling-author-Coach-Mike-Chadwick-chats-with-TOPP-e2tcr2f 679a9f7665f74095105c2d1c 679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 full

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]]> Episode#24 Ex Para and SAS trooper Robin Horsfall chats with TOPP about his many life experiences. Episode#24 Ex Para and SAS trooper Robin Horsfall chats with TOPP about his many life experiences. Sun, 12 Jan 2025 10:53:02 GMT 49:11 9feb5792-e623-4a42-aa35-6809853f29c6 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-binch/episodes/Episode24-Ex-Para-and-SAS-trooper-Robin-Horsfall-chats-with-TOPP-about-his-many-life-experiences-e2tcqr5 679a9f76a7ace681d882c9ca 679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 full

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]]> <![CDATA[Episode#23 CEO of Fathers4Justice Matt O' Connor chats with TOPP about how the Organisation formed.]]> Sat, 23 Nov 2024 12:01:45 GMT 1:07:12 e8c04d84-6143-4954-8d5f-d240d432da36 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-binch/episodes/Episode23-CEO-of-Fathers4Justice-Matt-O-Connor-chats-with-TOPP-about-how-the-Organisation-formed-e2rd01e 679a9f7801388342babe5fc5 679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 full 23

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]]> Episode #22 Mick Hawkes former 22 SAS chats to TOPP about the Falklands war, the SAS and Hawksandco. Episode #22 Mick Hawkes former 22 SAS chats to TOPP about the Falklands war, the SAS and Hawksandco. Sat, 23 Nov 2024 11:42:34 GMT 1:39:05 7dceac01-f802-47da-94a4-a0b14dbd6b94 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-binch/episodes/Episode-22-Mick-Hawkes-former-22-SAS-chats-to-TOPP-about-the-Falklands-war--the-SAS-and-Hawksandco-e2rcvl8 679a9f7c65f74095105c2e01 679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 full 22

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]]> Episode#21 Trevor Coult MC chats with TOPP about the darker side of being awarded the Military cross Episode#21 Trevor Coult MC chats with TOPP about the darker side of being awarded the Military cross Sat, 23 Nov 2024 11:33:16 GMT 1:43:32 cd2242d6-496c-4b86-965a-99530bf21e9c false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-binch/episodes/Episode21-Trevor-Coult-MC-chats-with-TOPP-about-the-darker-side-of-being-awarded-the-Military-cross-e2rcvgl 679a9f7a65f74095105c2dad 679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 full 21

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]]> Episode#20:DJ Danny Rampling chats to TOPP about his amazing career including his time with 10 Para. Episode#20:DJ Danny Rampling chats to TOPP about his amazing career including his time with 10 Para. Sun, 14 Jul 2024 09:27:57 GMT 1:04:55 20f57720-da85-429e-90fe-9e040179ddd7 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-binch/episodes/Episode20DJ-Danny-Rampling-chats-to-TOPP-about-his-amazing-career-including-his-time-with-10-Para-e2m0k1k 679a9f78a234f420daaa5b0f 679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 full 20

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]]> Episode#18 Actor Cliff Parisi aka Minty from Eastenders chats about his route into acting with TOPP. Episode#18 Actor Cliff Parisi aka Minty from Eastenders chats about his route into acting with TOPP. Sun, 14 Jul 2024 09:03:03 GMT 40:34 aa84bf7f-62dc-4871-8dba-b8126874d8db false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-binch/episodes/Episode18-Actor-Cliff-Parisi-aka-Minty-from-Eastenders-chats-about-his-route-into-acting-with-TOPP-e2m0jmp 679a9f75a234f420daaa59df 679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 full 18

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]]> Episode#19 Ex RM CDO Chris Thrall chats to TOPP about his exploits in the Marines and afterwards Episode#19 Ex RM CDO Chris Thrall chats to TOPP about his exploits in the Marines and afterwards Sun, 14 Jul 2024 08:55:19 GMT 1:38:28 e84c5f03-910d-46fa-af1f-132790af1280 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-binch/episodes/Episode19-Ex-RM-CDO-Chris-Thrall-chats-to-TOPP-about-his-exploits-in-the-Marines-and-afterwards-e2m0jjk 679a9f7aa234f420daaa5b3f 679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 full

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]]> Episode#17 Christian Lewis talks to TOPP about his epic walk around the whole UK coastline. Episode#17 Christian Lewis talks to TOPP about his epic walk around the whole UK coastline. Mon, 24 Jun 2024 05:32:59 GMT 1:35:19 87127bff-0ec3-4a03-afc3-72c765e5cb36 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-binch/episodes/Episode17-Christian-Lewis-talks-to-TOPP-about-his-epic-walk-around-the-whole-UK-coastline-e2l7thk 679a9f7aa7ace681d882ca5f 679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 full 17

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]]> Episode #16: Former Royal Air Force Tornado fast jet pilot Mandy Hickson chats to TOPP. Episode #16: Former Royal Air Force Tornado fast jet pilot Mandy Hickson chats to TOPP. Sun, 16 Jun 2024 18:47:25 GMT 1:06:09 28c0bcff-6a80-46fd-bd14-495a402ce743 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-binch/episodes/Episode-16-Former-Royal-Air-Force-Tornado-fast-jet-pilot-Mandy-Hickson-chats-to-TOPP-e2kutov 679a9f78a234f420daaa5afc 679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 full 16

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]]> Episode#15: Former REME soldier Simon Brown talks about serving and being shot by a sniper in Iraq. Episode#15: Former REME soldier Simon Brown talks about serving and being shot by a sniper in Iraq. Sun, 09 Jun 2024 08:50:20 GMT 56:41 7c885575-d592-4cc7-be4d-a918b6ab06f7 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-binch/episodes/Episode15-Former-REME-soldier-Simon-Brown-talks-about-serving-and-being-shot-by-a-sniper-in-Iraq-e2klus7 679a9f7801388342babe5fef 679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 full 15

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]]> Episode #14 : Ex Para, Amputee, World record holder and Endurance athlete Terry Byrne chats to TOPP. Episode #14 : Ex Para, Amputee, World record holder and Endurance athlete Terry Byrne chats to TOPP. Mon, 03 Jun 2024 07:15:15 GMT 53:28 c47d5b9a-a060-416a-a056-5d726522723d false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-binch/episodes/Episode-14--Ex-Para--Amputee--World-record-holder-and-Endurance-athlete-Terry-Byrne-chats-to-TOPP-e2ke5fk 679a9f7665f74095105c2d17 679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 full 14

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]]> Episode#13: Liz McConaghy chats to TOPP about her service in the RAF as a Chinook crew member Episode#13: Liz McConaghy chats to TOPP about her service in the RAF as a Chinook crew member Sun, 26 May 2024 13:43:31 GMT 51:52 6e4d29f0-2f34-4306-b2d4-2ee1fe7c9dfe false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-binch/episodes/Episode13-Liz-McConaghy-chats-to-TOPP-about-her-service-in-the-RAF-as-a-Chinook-crew-member-e2k4bkm 679a9f7701388342babe5fbc 679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 full 13

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]]> <![CDATA[Episode#12:Explorer, author & former Para Karl Bushby chats about the Goliath expedition.]]> Sun, 19 May 2024 09:09:42 GMT 1:49:30 d309e0da-cd46-4219-86d4-a9a835020f80 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-binch/episodes/Episode12Explorer--author--former-Para-Karl-Bushby-chats-about-the-Goliath-expedition-e2jr82c 679a9f7ca7ace681d882caaf 679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 full 12

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]]> Episode#11 Former premiership and England footballer Razor Rudduck chats to TheOldParatrooperPodcast Episode#11 Former premiership and England footballer Razor Rudduck chats to TheOldParatrooperPodcast Sun, 12 May 2024 11:08:32 GMT 53:20 5595d9df-3210-46cc-900d-68e24f5eb78a false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-binch/episodes/Episode11-Former-premiership-and-England-footballer-Razor-Rudduck-chats-to-TheOldParatrooperPodcast-e2ji80f 679a9f7801388342babe5fce 679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 full 11

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]]> Episode #10: Ex US Marine and private security consultant Jacob Arnett chats with TOPP. Episode #10: Ex US Marine and private security consultant Jacob Arnett chats with TOPP. Sun, 05 May 2024 09:18:58 GMT 2:12:20 8cbd8a0e-2000-42fb-8c4a-c2f21c510120 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-binch/episodes/Episode-10-Ex-US-Marine-and-private-security-consultant-Jacob-Arnett-chats-with-TOPP-e2j918m 679a9f81a234f420daaa5c8a 679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 full 10

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]]> Episode #9 PT 1: Former Para Nick Dunn talks about surviving hell in an Indian Prison for 5 years. Episode #9 PT 1: Former Para Nick Dunn talks about surviving hell in an Indian Prison for 5 years. Sun, 28 Apr 2024 09:07:29 GMT 1:25:03 4098d380-01dc-4e87-97f1-0cecd407a401 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-binch/episodes/Episode-9-PT-1-Former-Para-Nick-Dunn-talks-about-surviving-hell-in-an-Indian-Prison-for-5-years-e2ivhmb 679a9f7aa234f420daaa5b35 679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 full 9

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]]> Episode 8: Former Royal Marine and SBS operator Pasha Munro chats to the Old Paratrooper Podcast Episode 8: Former Royal Marine and SBS operator Pasha Munro chats to the Old Paratrooper Podcast Sun, 21 Apr 2024 09:15:41 GMT 55:35 bcbc918c-ce3b-47ba-a7ed-c0e22ae6d7b6 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-binch/episodes/Episode-8-Former-Royal-Marine-and-SBS-operator-Pasha-Munro-chats-to-the-Old-Paratrooper-Podcast-e2ilqer 679a9f78a7ace681d882ca21 679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 full 8

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]]> Episode 7 : Former Para and SAS Operator Mark Billy Billingham chats to the old Paratrooper Podcast. Episode 7 : Former Para and SAS Operator Mark Billy Billingham chats to the old Paratrooper Podcast. Sun, 14 Apr 2024 07:32:51 GMT 1:14:21 8d42860b-e97f-45a2-850f-adba35d5ab07 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-binch/episodes/Episode-7--Former-Para-and-SAS-Operator-Mark-Billy-Billingham-chats-to-the-old-Paratrooper-Podcast-e2iceub 679a9f791542fb67e7303b68 679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 full 7

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]]> Episode 6: Johnny Nelson chats about growing up, boxing ,world titles , P coy and working for Sky. Episode 6: Johnny Nelson chats about growing up, boxing ,world titles , P coy and working for Sky. Sun, 07 Apr 2024 06:44:55 GMT 56:47 9b0f5493-898b-4e31-8b3b-f57565123059 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-binch/episodes/Episode-6-Johnny-Nelson-chats-about-growing-up--boxing--world-titles---P-coy-and-working-for-Sky-e2i2c9f 679a9f7ea234f420daaa5bea 679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 full 6

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]]> Episode 5-The Old Paratrooper Podcast chats with retired Major-general Chip Chapman. Episode 5-The Old Paratrooper Podcast chats with retired Major-general Chip Chapman. Sun, 31 Mar 2024 07:17:22 GMT 57:04 efe19e32-dced-4da6-bb66-af4eb1ca7da0 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-binch/episodes/Episode-5-The-Old-Paratrooper-Podcast-chats-with-retired-Major-general-Chip-Chapman-e2hpenk 679a9f7701388342babe5fb8 679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 full 5

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]]> Episode 4: Frank Gilfeather chats with TOPP Episode 4: Frank Gilfeather chats with TOPP Sun, 24 Mar 2024 10:17:14 GMT 1:47:05 b06e37d7-2243-4943-9fa3-80d59d2138be false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-binch/episodes/Episode-4-Frank-Gilfeather-chats-with-TOPP-e2hg51j 679a9f8001388342babe615b 679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 full 4

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]]> Episode 3: Deadmans shoes actor and former boxer Gary stretch chats about his diverse career. Episode 3: Deadmans shoes actor and former boxer Gary stretch chats about his diverse career. Sun, 17 Mar 2024 11:50:03 GMT 1:12:24 0a82af18-cddd-426e-a46b-4fb827b9d498 false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-binch/episodes/Episode-3-Deadmans-shoes-actor-and-former-boxer-Gary-stretch-chats-about-his-diverse-career-e2h6enp 679a9f7901388342babe6013 679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 full 3

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]]> Episode 2: Ex 3 Para and Falklands veteran Sgt Mick Southall. Episode 2: Ex 3 Para and Falklands veteran Sgt Mick Southall. Sun, 10 Mar 2024 10:39:03 GMT 1:37:14 feaa70bb-b317-4b1a-ab79-c5acdd672cac false https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-binch/episodes/Episode-2-Ex-3-Para-and-Falklands-veteran-Sgt-Mick-Southall-e2gsctf 679a9f7c01388342babe606e 679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 full 2

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]]> <![CDATA[Episode 1: Lucas "Big Daddy" Browne.]]> Thu, 29 Feb 2024 20:41:16 GMT 1:14:41 2e55f077-ed81-45e2-8ff8-863fef3ada2b true https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-binch/episodes/Episode-1-Lucas-Big-Daddy-Browne-e2gfdqd 679a9f791542fb67e7303b51 679a9f6b65f74095105c2af2 full 1 1

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