5 With A Digger Podcast

This episode is a little different but it’s one that could genuinely make a difference to your future. We’re joined by Hannah Hines, Financial Adviser at Apex Financial Services, to break down the world of money, financial planning and preparing for life beyond service.

With more than 15 years of experience across banking and financial services, and a Master of Financial Planning, Hannah is passionate about helping everyday Australians make informed financial decisions without all the confusing jargon.

What makes this conversation especially relevant to our community is Hannah’s close connection to the Defence family. With immediate family members who have served in the Air Force, Navy and Army, she understands many of the unique opportunities and challenges that serving members, veterans and their families face.

Please note: The information discussed in this episode is general in nature and is provided for educational purposes only. It is not personal financial advice. Always seek advice from a qualified financial adviser before making decisions about your finances, investments, superannuation or insurance.

* MoneySmart - https://moneysmart.gov.au/
* MoneySmart Budget Planner - https://moneysmart.gov.au/budgeting/budget-planner
* Good Schools Guide (Australia) - https://www.goodschools.com.au/

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At just 19 years old, James Bennett enlisted in the Australian Army, joining Alpha Company, 7RAR, in search of purpose, adventure and the chance to serve his country. His military journey would take him across Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand on Rifle Company Butterworth 115, where he forged lifelong friendships and experienced the highs and lows of military life. But behind the scenes, James was fighting battles that few knew about.

For the first time publicly, James opens up about the difficult discharge process that followed between 2015 and 2017, the lasting impact it had on his life, and the realities many veterans face when the uniform comes off.

We also dive into his unique role assisting the Special Air Service Regiment (SASR) in the recreation of the Lindt Café Siege offering a rare insight into one of Australia’s most significant counter-terrorism training exercises.

This is an honest, raw and powerful conversation about service, sacrifice, resilience and life after the Army.

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This week’s guest is Sam Bamford. Australian Army combat veteran, former paratrooper and host of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast. After serving in Afghanistan in 2012, Sam transitioned out of the Army and built a platform known for long-form, unfiltered conversations that challenge ideas, ask difficult questions and encourage open discussion on the issues shaping Australia today.

Away from the microphone, Sam continues to serve the veteran community. In 2025, he ran more than 1,000 kilometres from Melbourne to Adelaide, raising vital funds and awareness for veterans and first responders living with PTSD. Love him or disagree with him, one thing is certain, Sam isn’t afraid to tackle the conversations that many others avoid.

In this episode, we dive into his military service, life after the Army, the growth of independent media, the power of open conversation, and what continues to drive him to speak up on the issues he believes matter most. This is an honest, thought-provoking conversation you won’t want to miss.

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From the Australian outback to the world's most exclusive superyachts, Justin has lived a life few could ever imagine.

After spending eight years travelling Australia with nothing more than a swag, fishing rods and a passion for adventure, Justin found himself in the superyacht industry in
southern France. Starting at the bottom, he worked his way up to Chief Officer on 120-metre luxury yachts, rubbing shoulders with billionaires, celebrities and elite military operators from around the world.

Today, Justin is the founder of Dead Reckoning Rum, a global Australian rum brand now sold in seven countries. But his greatest passion goes far beyond great rum. Through his business, Justin honours Australia's fallen soldiers by creating special releases dedicated to each of the 41 diggers lost in Afghanistan, with 50% of the profits donated to veterans' organisations chosen by their families.

It's an incredible conversation about adventure, resilience, purpose and giving back.

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After a lifetime of service, elite sport, and overcoming adversity, Layla found herself searching for something more. That search became a journey into trauma recovery, emotional healing, and understanding the incredible connection between the mind and body. Through years of study and lived experience, Layla developed 11/11 Breathwork and later created La Cuna a trauma-informed healing program designed to help people release emotional pain, navigate PTSD, overcome addiction, reduce anxiety, and reconnect with who they truly are.

In this powerful follow-up conversation, we explore breathwork, healing, trauma, resilience, and why sometimes our greatest purpose is found after our toughest battles. Whether you’re carrying your own struggles or simply curious about the power of breath and healing, this is a conversation worth listening to.

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