What comes after the military? For many veterans, leaving Defence means navigating a new career, rebuilding their identity and finding purpose beyond the uniform.

In Episode 82 of The Grey Man Podcast, Jack Blaine shares his journey from serving in the Australian Army to building a future in the cattle industry. Through Diggers Cattle Company, Jack is doing more than running a business — he’s working to create opportunities for veterans to develop practical skills, enter the cattle industry and find a new direction after service.

Jack opens up about the challenges of military-to-civilian transition, losing the camaraderie of service, planning for life after discharge and the importance of finding a new purpose before leaving Defence.

We also explore veteran entrepreneurship, the realities of building a business and Jack’s efforts to establish pathways that help former serving members take their next step with confidence.

Because leaving the military doesn't mean your next mission has to end.

🎧 Listen to Episode 82 with Jack Blaine on The Grey Man Podcast.

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If you’re a veteran or supporting someone who has served, connect with Baldwin Advocacy & Claims to learn more about their advocacy services.

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What happens when your experiences, your values and the system you trusted collide?

In Episode 79 of The Grey Man Podcast, Dr Nikki Jamieson explores moral injury, suicide prevention and the hidden wounds that can affect veterans, defence personnel, first responders, healthcare workers and others exposed to morally distressing experiences.

Nikki shares her own powerful journey through grief and suicide loss, including the death of her son Daniel while serving in the Australian Army, and how lived experience ultimately led her into suicidology, research and advocacy around moral injury.

We explore what moral injury is, how it differs from PTSD, the role of guilt, shame and betrayal, the impact of military identity and transition to civilian life, and why institutional betrayal can have such a profound effect on veterans.

Nikki also explains why early intervention, connection and simply being present for someone can matter, why lived experience is critical to suicide prevention, and how moral injury can extend beyond defence into workplaces, healthcare, first responders and other professions.

The conversation also looks at recovery and repair — and how people can use their experiences to develop understanding, connection and purpose.

🎙️ Episode 79 with Dr Nikki Jamieson.

Supported by Baldwin Advocacy & Claims (BAC)

The Grey Man Podcast is proudly supported by Baldwin Advocacy & Claims, helping veterans and their families navigate the DVA claims and advocacy process. Find out more about Baldwin Advocacy & Claims and the support they provide through their official channels.

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