Behind every uniform is a story that rarely gets told—a story of grit, sacrifice, and extraordinary strength. And today, you're about to hear one of the most powerful.

In this episode of Beyond the Uniform : The Untold Stories, we sit down with Adam and Kate Jackson—a couple whose lives were turned upside down in 2020 when Adam, a proud Army veteran and father of two, suffered a catastrophic stroke that left him paralysed and voiceless.

Doctors said he’d never walk again. But Adam had other plans.

Alongside his fiercely supportive wife Kate, Adam has pushed through the impossible—relearning how to speak, walk, and even compete as a multi-medal-winning athlete on the world stage. From hospital handball matches with his daughters to gearing up for the 2025 Invictus Games, this episode is a front-row seat to what it really means to overcome.

It’s raw. It’s real. And it’s proof that with the right mindset—and the right partner—you can rewrite your story, no matter the odds.

Episode 1: From the Ground Up – Advocating for Change in Veterans' Families Policies

In this powerful opening episode, Gwen Cherne, Veteran Family Advocate Commissioner, joins host Dannielle for an honest conversation about the challenges, barriers, and breakthroughs in advocating for veterans' families.

Gwen speaks not just as a commissioner—but as someone who’s lived the experience. As a widow and fierce advocate, she brings deep insight into the systemic change that’s needed and the lived realities of the families left behind.

If you care about those who’ve served—and the people they leave behind—this episode is a must-listen.

🎧 Listen now to hear how policy meets passion, and why change must start from the ground up.

Before the official series kicks off, we’re handing you the mic to meet two powerhouse women at the core of FNQ Legacy — not just passionate team members, but veteran spouses who’ve lived every twist and turn of Defence life.

They’ve felt the pride, the pressure, the heartbreak, and the hope — and they know firsthand why FNQ Legacy’s mission isn’t just important... it’s essential.

Raw, real, and straight from the heart — this is the story behind the stories.