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Episode 131 – Ted Shirley | Afghanistan Sniper, Trauma & Recovery

Jun 18, 2026 · 1h 42m

About this episode

Former Royal Welsh sniper Ted Shirley joins Frankie's Pod to share his incredible journey from frontline combat in Afghanistan to becoming a passionate advocate for veteran mental health. Ted opens up about sniper operations, firefights, the loss of friends, and the lasting impact of war. He also discusses PTSD, moral injury, EMDR, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and other innovative treatments helping veterans recover and rebuild their lives. This is a powerful conversation about resilience, recovery, and breaking the stigma surrounding mental health in the military. If you've ever wondered about the realities of combat and life after service, this is an episode you won't want to miss. https://buymeacoffee.com/frankiespod https://amzn.eu/d/06KM2vHW #Veterans #Military #Afghanistan #Sniper #PTSD #MentalHealth #RoyalWelsh #BritishArmy #VeteranStories #FrankiesPod #EMDR #Recovery #Podcast