# Becoming Badass Carly Box from The Barracks Gym chats with Military, Police & Firey applicants about their fitness and mindset preparation. She also chats with veterans and current serving members who share their empowering stories. (This podcast is real life conversations and therefore the language used is unedited to ensure personalities and openness can remain authentic. Do not listen to this podcast around small humans or easily offended adults). Page: Feed: --- ## [#144- I have some news....](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/144-i-have-some-news) _2025-12-31_ After 3 years... the podcast is back. In this episode I give you a very brief update on why it's back and how. What the plan is moving forward and where I'm at now! I'm excited to be back and can't wait to sink my teeth into the next evolution of the poddy. Follow me on instagram here Contact me via email- carly@carlybox.com [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/28_Prospect_St_2.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [#143 5 Tips To Improve Your PFA Score](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/143-5-tips-to-improve-your-pfa-score) _2023-02-23_ Been training for your PFA and wondering why you're not making any progress? Here are 5 tips you can implement to change your mindset AND training and get yourself closer to the serving member you desire to be! To read more on these tips, go here To train with The Barracks Gym, click here [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/5_tips_for_improving_your_PFA_score.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [#142- Oi! Army Reserve Applicants Need To Listen Up!](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/142-oi-army-reserve-applicants-need-to-listen-up) _2023-02-19_ Applying for Army Reserves? Already enlisted and waiting to go to Kapooka? Been to Kapooka and you're now serving as a Reservist? I've got some VERY important information for you. PLEASE listen to this episode! To train with us at TBG click here To purchase some Tactical Recovery goodies, use our discount code 'TBG' for 15% off when you click here [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Reservists.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [#141- Consider This Before Your PFA](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/141-consider-this-before-your-pfa) _2023-02-13_ Training for a PFA? I've got some hard truths I want to share. If you're yet to attempt your PFA or if you've attempted and failed... PLEASE listen to this episode! To train with us at TBG click here To purchase some Tactical Recovery goodies, use our discount code 'TBG' for 15% off when you click here [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/PFA_is_a_ticket_on_the_bus.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [#140 TBG EVERYDAY - YOU ARE A BADASS!](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/140-tbg-everyday-you-are-a-badass) _2023-01-30_ In episode 140 of Becoming Badass podcast I am kicking off 'TBG EVERY DAY'. This is a series where I'll come to you every single day in January with short sharp messages to get you thinking. There are no tasks, no actionable items, you don't have to do anything. All you have to do is listen and take what you need from the episode and then move on to the next one. If you are interested in training… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/You_are_a_badass.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [#139 TBG EVERYDAY - It's a Good Day To Have a Good Day!](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/139-tbg-everyday-its-a-good-day-to-have-a-good-day) _2023-01-30_ In episode 139 of Becoming Badass podcast I am kicking off 'TBG EVERY DAY'. This is a series where I'll come to you every single day in January with short sharp messages to get you thinking. There are no tasks, no actionable items, you don't have to do anything. All you have to do is listen and take what you need from the episode and then move on to the next one. If you are interested in training… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Its_a_good_day.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [#138 TBG EVERYDAY - How Does It Get Any Better Than This?](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/138-tbg-everyday-how-does-it-get-any-better-than-this) _2023-01-30_ In episode 138 of Becoming Badass podcast I am kicking off 'TBG EVERY DAY'. This is a series where I'll come to you every single day in January with short sharp messages to get you thinking. There are no tasks, no actionable items, you don't have to do anything. All you have to do is listen and take what you need from the episode and then move on to the next one. If you are interested in training… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/How_does_it_get_any_better_than_this.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [#137 TBG EVERYDAY - Are You Active Enough?](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/137-tbg-everyday-are-you-active-enough) _2023-01-27_ In episode 137 of Becoming Badass podcast I am kicking off 'TBG EVERY DAY'. This is a series where I'll come to you every single day in January with short sharp messages to get you thinking. There are no tasks, no actionable items, you don't have to do anything. All you have to do is listen and take what you need from the episode and then move on to the next one. If you are interested in training… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Step_tracker.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [#136 TBG EVERYDAY - F\*\*k It!](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/136-tbg-everyday-fk-it) _2023-01-27_ In episode 136 of Becoming Badass podcast I am kicking off 'TBG EVERY DAY'. This is a series where I'll come to you every single day in January with short sharp messages to get you thinking. There are no tasks, no actionable items, you don't have to do anything. All you have to do is listen and take what you need from the episode and then move on to the next one. If you are interested in training… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Fuck_it.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [#135 TBG EVERYDAY - Respect Yourself](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/135-tbg-everyday-respect-yourself) _2023-01-26_ In episode 135 of Becoming Badass podcast I am kicking off 'TBG EVERY DAY'. This is a series where I'll come to you every single day in January with short sharp messages to get you thinking. There are no tasks, no actionable items, you don't have to do anything. All you have to do is listen and take what you need from the episode and then move on to the next one. If you are interested in training… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Respect_yourself.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [Open coordination for humans & AI (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/gVZKkMdk8HYf) _2023-01-26 · **Sponsored**_ Shared schemas and CLI tooling to validate, route, and audit human-agent workflows. ## [#133 TBG EVERYDAY - Visualise the Dream!!](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/133-tbg-everyday-visualise-the-dream) _2023-01-23_ In episode 133 of Becoming Badass podcast I am kicking off 'TBG EVERY DAY'. This is a series where I'll come to you every single day in January with short sharp messages to get you thinking. There are no tasks, no actionable items, you don't have to do anything. All you have to do is listen and take what you need from the episode and then move on to the next one. If you are interested in training… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Visualise_yourself_in_uniform.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [#132 TBG EVERYDAY - YOU ARE DESERVING](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/132-tbg-everyday-you-are-deserving) _2023-01-21_ In episode 132 of Becoming Badass podcast I am kicking off 'TBG EVERY DAY'. This is a series where I'll come to you every single day in January with short sharp messages to get you thinking. There are no tasks, no actionable items, you don't have to do anything. All you have to do is listen and take what you need from the episode and then move on to the next one. If you are interested in training… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/You_are_deserving.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [#131 TBG EVERYDAY - Stop Whinging. You Are Missing Out.](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/131-tbg-everyday-stop-whinging-you-are-missing-out) _2023-01-20_ In episode 131 of Becoming Badass podcast I am kicking off 'TBG EVERY DAY'. This is a series where I'll come to you every single day in January with short sharp messages to get you thinking. There are no tasks, no actionable items, you don't have to do anything. All you have to do is listen and take what you need from the episode and then move on to the next one. If you are interested in training… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Stop_Whinging._You_are_missing_the_joy.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [#130 TBG EVERYDAY - It's Not Worth It](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/130-tbg-everyday-its-not-worth-it) _2023-01-19_ In episode 130 of Becoming Badass podcast I am kicking off 'TBG EVERY DAY'. This is a series where I'll come to you every single day in January with short sharp messages to get you thinking. There are no tasks, no actionable items, you don't have to do anything. All you have to do is listen and take what you need from the episode and then move on to the next one. If you are interested in training… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Its_never_worth_it.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [#129 TBG EVERYDAY - We All Start Somewhere](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/129-tbg-everyday-we-all-start-somewhere) _2023-01-18_ In episode 129 of Becoming Badass podcast I am kicking off 'TBG EVERY DAY'. This is a series where I'll come to you every single day in January with short sharp messages to get you thinking. There are no tasks, no actionable items, you don't have to do anything. All you have to do is listen and take what you need from the episode and then move on to the next one. If you are interested in training… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/We_all_start_somewhere.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [#128 TBG EVERYDAY - Literally No Body Cares.](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/128-tbg-everyday-literally-no-body-cares) _2023-01-17_ In episode 128 of Becoming Badass podcast I am kicking off 'TBG EVERY DAY'. This is a series where I'll come to you every single day in January with short sharp messages to get you thinking. There are no tasks, no actionable items, you don't have to do anything. All you have to do is listen and take what you need from the episode and then move on to the next one. If you are interested in training… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/No_body_cares.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [#127 TBG EVERYDAY - You Know That Thing You Hate?](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/127-tbg-everyday-you-know-that-thing-you-hate) _2023-01-16_ In episode 127 of Becoming Badass podcast I am kicking off 'TBG EVERY DAY'. This is a series where I'll come to you every single day in January with short sharp messages to get you thinking. There are no tasks, no actionable items, you don't have to do anything. All you have to do is listen and take what you need from the episode and then move on to the next one. If you are interested in training… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Train_the_thing_you_hate.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [#126 -TBG EVERYDAY - It's Always Worth It!](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/126-tbg-everyday-its-always-worth-it) _2023-01-15_ In episode 126 of Becoming Badass podcast I am kicking off 'TBG EVERY DAY'. This is a series where I'll come to you every single day in January with short sharp messages to get you thinking. There are no tasks, no actionable items, you don't have to do anything. All you have to do is listen and take what you need from the episode and then move on to the next one. If you are interested in training… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Its_always_worth_it.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [#125 - TBG EVERYDAY - Perceived vs. Actual Potential](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/125-tbg-everyday-perceived-vs-actual-potential) _2023-01-14_ In episode 125 of Becoming Badass podcast I am kicking off 'TBG EVERY DAY'. This is a series where I'll come to you every single day in January with short sharp messages to get you thinking. There are no tasks, no actionable items, you don't have to do anything. All you have to do is listen and take what you need from the episode and then move on to the next one. If you are interested in training… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Percieved_potential.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [#124 - TBG EVERYDAY - How To Get Back On Track](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/124-tbg-everyday-how-to-get-back-on-track) _2023-01-13_ In episode 124 of Becoming Badass podcast I am kicking off 'TBG EVERY DAY'. This is a series where I'll come to you every single day in January with short sharp messages to get you thinking. There are no tasks, no actionable items, you don't have to do anything. All you have to do is listen and take what you need from the episode and then move on to the next one. If you are interested in training… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Derailing.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [Trade Smarter With IBKR (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/rLk43LbceypC) _2023-01-13 · **Sponsored**_ Join Interactive Brokers through a referral and start investing with low-cost global access. ## [#123 - TBG EVERYDAY - Anyone Can Do Anything. My Story.](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/123-anyone-can-do-anything-my-story) _2023-01-12_ In episode 123 of Becoming Badass podcast I am kicking off 'TBG EVERY DAY'. This is a series where I'll come to you every single day in January with short sharp messages to get you thinking. There are no tasks, no actionable items, you don't have to do anything. All you have to do is listen and take what you need from the episode and then move on to the next one. If you are interested in training… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Anyone_can_do_anything.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [#122 - TBG EVERYDAY - We Love Panic](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/122-we-love-panic) _2023-01-11_ In episode 122 of Becoming Badass podcast I am kicking off 'TBG EVERY DAY'. This is a series where I'll come to you every single day in January with short sharp messages to get you thinking. There are no tasks, no actionable items, you don't have to do anything. All you have to do is listen and take what you need from the episode and then move on to the next one. If you are interested in training… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/We_love_panic.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [#121 - TBG EVERYDAY - You're Not Dying. You're Just Puffed](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/121-youre-not-dying-youre-just-puffed) _2023-01-10_ In episode 121 of Becoming Badass podcast I am kicking off 'TBG EVERY DAY'. This is a series where I'll come to you every single day in January with short sharp messages to get you thinking. There are no tasks, no actionable items, you don't have to do anything. All you have to do is listen and take what you need from the episode and then move on to the next one. If you are interested in training… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Youre_just_puffed.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [#120 - TBG EVERYDAY - Accountability Is Not What You Think It Is](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/120-accountability-is-not-what-you-think-it-is) _2023-01-09_ In episode 120 of Becoming Badass podcast I am kicking off 'TBG EVERY DAY'. This is a series where I'll come to you every single day in January with short sharp messages to get you thinking. There are no tasks, no actionable items, you don't have to do anything. All you have to do is listen and take what you need from the episode and then move on to the next one. If you are interested in training… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Accountability.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [#119 - TBG EVERYDAY - A Story About Mermaids](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/119-a-story-about-mermaids) _2023-01-08_ In episode 119 of Becoming Badass podcast I am kicking off 'TBG EVERY DAY'. This is a series where I'll come to you every single day in January with short sharp messages to get you thinking. There are no tasks, no actionable items, you don't have to do anything. All you have to do is listen and take what you need from the episode and then move on to the next one. If you are interested in training… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Mermaid.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [#118 - TBG EVERYDAY - The 5 Second Rule](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/118-the-5-second-rule) _2023-01-07_ In episode 118 of Becoming Badass podcast I am kicking off 'TBG EVERY DAY'. This is a series where I'll come to you every single day in January with short sharp messages to get you thinking. There are no tasks, no actionable items, you don't have to do anything. All you have to do is listen and take what you need from the episode and then move on to the next one. If you are interested in training… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/54321.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [#117 TBG EVERYDAY - Are you joining for the right reasons?](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/117-tbg-everyday-are-you-joining-for-the-right-reasons) _2023-01-06_ In episode 117 of Becoming Badass podcast I am kicking off 'TBG EVERY DAY'. This is a series where I'll come to you every single day in January with short sharp messages to get you thinking. There are no tasks, no actionable items, you don't have to do anything. All you have to do is listen and take what you need from the episode and then move on to the next one. If you are interested in training… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Taking_a_job_for_the_right_reasons.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [#116 TBG EVERYDAY - Secret Beep Test training stuff...](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/116-tbg-everyday-secret-beep-test-training-stuff) _2023-01-05_ In episode 116 of Becoming Badass podcast I am kicking off 'TBG EVERY DAY'. This is a series where I'll come to you every single day in January with short sharp messages to get you thinking. There are no tasks, no actionable items, you don't have to do anything. All you have to do is listen and take what you need from the episode and then move on to the next one. If you are interested in training… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Training_for_the_beep_test.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [#115 TBG EVERYDAY - F\*\*k the minimum standards.](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/115-tbg-everyday-fk-the-minimum-standards) _2023-01-04_ In episode 115 of Becoming Badass podcast I am kicking off 'TBG EVERY DAY'. This is a series where I'll come to you every single day in January with short sharp messages to get you thinking. There are no tasks, no actionable items, you don't have to do anything. All you have to do is listen and take what you need from the episode and then move on to the next one. If you are interested in training… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Minimum_standards.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [#114 TBG EVERYDAY - Is your training relevant ENOUGH?](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/114-tbg-everyday-is-your-training-relevant-enough) _2023-01-03_ In episode 114 of Becoming Badass podcast I am kicking off 'TBG EVERY DAY'. This is a series where I'll come to you every single day in January with short sharp messages to get you thinking. There are no tasks, no actionable items, you don't have to do anything. All you have to do is listen and take what you need from the episode and then move on to the next one. If you are interested in training… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Relevant_training.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [Open directory of blogs for agents (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/yPbhldX8Cm9J) _2023-01-03 · **Sponsored**_ Submit URLs or OPML; receive feed pages with summaries, plus JSON/OPML/plain text ## [#113 TBG EVERYDAY - Control what you can](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/113-tbg-everyday-control-what-you-can) _2023-01-02_ In episode 113 of Becoming Badass podcast I am kicking off 'TBG EVERY DAY'. This is a series where I'll come to you every single day in January with short sharp messages to get you thinking. There are no tasks, no actionable items, you don't have to do anything. All you have to do is listen and take what you need from the episode and then move on to the next one. If you are interested in training… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Control_what_you_can_control.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [#112 TBG EVERYDAY - A decision you have to make](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/112-tbg-everyday-a-decision-you-have-to-make) _2023-01-02_ In episode 112 of Becoming Badass podcast I am kicking off 'TBG EVERY DAY'. This is a series where I'll come to you every single day in January with short sharp messages to get you thinking. There are no tasks, no actionable items, you don't have to do anything. All you have to do is listen and take what you need from the episode and then move on to the next one. If you are interested in training… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Repeat_or_evolve.m4a?dest-id=937142) ## [#111 Shaun O'Gorman: Be a Savage](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/111-shaun-ogorman-be-a-savage) _2022-10-12_ Shaun O'Gorman is a former QPS member. He served for 13 years as a Police Officer and has one mantra - 'Don't be normal. Be a savage'. Shaun has fast become one of my favourite people in my adult life. He's so insightful, direct and doesn't sugar coat shit... and this is why I love him! TW: This podcast discusses suidicide, violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, sexual violence and… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Shaun_FINAL_-_12102022_3.38_pm.mp3?dest-id=937142) ## [#110 Dave - From Unfit and Unmotivated to Fit and Disciplined!](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/110-dave-from-unfit-and-unmotivated-to-fit-and-disciplined) _2022-09-11_ In episode 110 of Becoming Badass I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Dave who is a current TBG member. Dave came to us late 2021 unfit, overweight and very unmotivated. Fast forward to today and he is Disciplined AF, fit, healthy and ready for Kapooka in a few weeks! If you're interested in training with The Barracks Gym, click here [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Dave_Greathead_Final_-_8922_9.40_am.mp3?dest-id=937142) ## [#109 Keith Banks. Drugs, Guns & Lies. QPS Veteran with an incredible career!](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/keithbanks) _2022-08-07_ In episode 109 of Becoming Badass podcast I had the absolute honour of speaking with Keith Banks. Keith is a QPS Veteran who is highly decorated, highly respected and who is also just a really nice person! TW- Topics such as suicide, murder, shootings and death are discussed Keith is an Author of two books, 'Drugs, Guns & Lies' and 'Gun to the Head'. I've been listening on Audiobooks and… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Keith_Banks_Final_-_4822_1.54_pm.mp3?dest-id=937142) ## [#108 Q & A for ADF, Police & Firey Applicants with Carly](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/108-q-a-for-adf-police-firey-applicants-with-carly) _2022-07-24_ In episode 108 of Becoming Badass podcast I answer some of your questions. I haven't ever done an episode like this, but we've been getting some cracker questions lately and I wanted to share them with all listeners so that everyone can learn! Feedback is always welcome, so if you have something to contribute, have a question about the questions or would like to submit a question for future… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Q__A_Episode_FINAL_-_24722_8.24_pm.mp3?dest-id=937142) ## [#107 Pres Cowan - Ex Army PTI](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/107-pres-cowan-ex-army-pti) _2022-07-10_ In episode 107 of Becoming Badass podcast I was lucky enough to chat with Pres Cowan. Pres is a former PTI in the Army and has had some realyl cool experiences in her 8 year long Army career. Pres loves fitness. Obviously... she was a PTI. She's worked with the APCP program (now known as FITPREP) and has some really positive insights to share about this program. Pres really values fitness,… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/PRES_COWAN_FINAL_-_7722_3.59_pm.mp3?dest-id=937142) ## [#106 Sarah Spicer - NSW Fire Fighter](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/106-sarah-spicer-nsw-fire-fighter) _2022-07-05_ In episode 106 of Becoming Badass podcast I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Sarah Spicer. If I'm being honest, this was one of the most epic episodes I've recorded in a very long time. And it's not because of anything I did. Sarah is AWESOME Sarah has been a Fire Fighter in NSW for 6 years. She's incredibly driven, she works hard and she keeps herself fit and healthy. Why? Because it's… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Sarah_Spicer_Final_-_5722_2.32_pm.mp3?dest-id=937142) ## [#105 Adam Blum - True Blue History Podcast - CFS Member](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/105-adam-blum-true-blue-history-podcast-cfs-member) _2022-06-18_ Adam and I connected over a year ago when he asked me to be on his podcast. It's taken us a year to get here but he finally came to Brisbane to interview me and then I interviewed him. \[TW- In this episode we discuss suicide. If you don't feel comfortable with this, then we understand and I'll see you next week\] In this episode he talks about volunteering for CFS and now working as a paid staff… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/ADAM_BLUM_FINAL_-_17622_10.24_am.mp3?dest-id=937142) ## [#104 Navy Applicant Michelle Continues to Smash Her Training Despite Her Medical Appeal](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/104-navy-applicant-michelle-continues-to-smash-her-training-despite-her-medical-appeal) _2022-06-12_ Michelle is an online training member with The Barracks Gym. She is one of the most consistent members we have at TBG. She works hard and smashes her training. She recently hit a roadblock in her application and is now going through the appeals process. She knows that she HAS to continue to focus on what she can control and that is her FITNESS... so here she is smashing her fitness whilst she… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Cherylea_FINAL.mp3?dest-id=937142) ## [#103 Troy Knight. Combat Controller, Author, Charity Ambassador and All Round Good Bloke!](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/103-troy-knight-combat-controller-author-charity-ambassador-and-all-round-good-bloke) _2022-06-05_ Troy Knight is a former Combat Controller in the RAAF. He served over 2 decades in the RAAF before moving on from defence and becoming an Author of the book 'Havoc06'. Troy has had a jam packed career in the RAAF. His stories are second to none and my only regret from this episode is that I wish we could have kept recording for hours. Troy and I talk about his decision to join the RAAF and the… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/TROY_KNIGHT_FINAL_-_4622_7.53_pm.mp3?dest-id=937142) ## [#102 RAAF Air Intelligence Officer, Ali is THRIVING in Her New Career](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/102-raaf-air-intelligence-officer-ali-is-thriving-in-her-new-career) _2022-05-31_ Ali trained with us online prior to appointing into the RAAF as an Air Inteligence Officer. She then continued to train with us online whilst she was at OTS. SHE.SMASHED.IT. Ali is absolutely thriving in her new career and her story is so good. She has so many nuggets of gold to share with you all. Even if you're not interested in joining the RAAF, you will enjoy this episode! If you're interested… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Ebony_FINAL.mp3?dest-id=937142) ## [#101 Shaun Willson. Army Pilot to Civi Fire Fighter.](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/101-shaun-willson-army-pilot-to-civi-fire-fighter) _2022-01-23_ Shaun is an incredible human. As you can tell by the length of this episode, we had a LOT to talk about. He's served as an Army SSO Helicopter Pilot, deployed several times and had so many cool experiences and opportunities. He then decided later in life to give the Fireys a crack! We talk about his lead up training, his experiences throughout his careers and the values he holds with high… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Shaun_Final_-_19122_1.42_pm.mp3?dest-id=937142) ## [A little update from Carly Box from Becoming Badass - 2021](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/a-little-update-from-carly-box-from-becoming-badass-2021) _2021-12-13_ A bit of an update on the podcast. What's happening. Where is it. What's going on! www.thebarracksgym.com.au [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Update_-_141221_9.42_am.mp3?dest-id=937142) ## [#100 - H. Over Preparedness & Building A Solid Foundation.](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/100-h-over-preparedness-building-a-solid-foundation) _2021-10-17_ H wants you to either love him or hate him. No half assed decisions here. So what's it going to be? Have a listen and i'll let you decide for yourself. A lot of you would already know about H. He's a bit of a legend in the Veteran space and is a well sought after bloke when it comes to podcasts. I am beyond honoured that he made time to join me for EPISODE FREAKING 100!!! If you've never heard of… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/H_FINAL_-_111021_2.45_pm.mp3?dest-id=937142) ## [#99 Olympian Matt Lydement. Applicants and Olympians have a LOT in common](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/99-olympian-matt-lydement-applicants-and-olympians-have-a-lot-in-common) _2021-10-10_ This episode is completely different to anything else we've ever had on here! Today I chatted with my friend Matt Lydement. He's recently wrapped up at the Tokyo Olympics. I wanted to get him in to talk about what it actually takes to prepare for an Olympics. Physically and Mentally. To be so on the TOP of your sporting game that you can represent your country on a world stage. Funnily enough… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Matt_Lydement_-_FINAL.mp3?dest-id=937142) ## [#98 Army PFA Requirements Have Dropped. Sally Explains Why You'll Struggle at Kapooka!](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/98-army-pfa-requirements-have-dropped-sally-explains-why-youll-struggle-at-kapooka) _2021-09-27_ On today's episode of Badass I talk to Sally who has just wrapped up her time at Kapooka for Army Reserves. She's a GSO Officer Cadet and absolutely smashed her way through Kapooka. Sally trained with TBG for a year prior to heading off and it was because of this training that she absolutely dominated. As we would all know, Army has reduced the PFA requirements for non-combat job roles. Sally… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Elvie_FINAL_-_27921_4.29_pm.mp3?dest-id=937142) ## [#97 Commando Steve](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/97-commando-steve) _2021-09-12_ On today's episode I chat with Commando Steve. Steve Willis rose to fame during his time as 'The Commando' on The Biggest Loser back in 2007. The evolution of Commando Steve over the years saw him go on to write 3 books, compete in the CrossFit games, acted on Home & Away and become a contestant on Survivor. Steve now owns 'Get Commando Fit' down in Sydney and is a Dad to 4 gorgeous kids I was… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/COMMANDO_STEVE_FINAL_-_11921_6.56_am.mp3?dest-id=937142) ## [#96 Alex Lloyd From Life On The Line](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/96-alex-lloyd-from-life-on-the-line) _2021-08-31_ In this episode I got chatting with Alex Lloyd. Alex and I have become friends after he invited me onto HIS podcast, Life On The Line . If you're an applicant, a veteran or someone who is interested in this world... then you would have heard of this podcast. I wanted to know more about the man behind the microphone and learn about the creation of the podcast, how he finds his guests, his day job… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Alex_LOTL_FINAL_-_30821_8.05_pm.mp3?dest-id=937142) ## [#95 Casey Nixon. Ex-Army Veteran, Wounded Heroes Ambassador and Defence Industry Powerhouse.](https://becomingbadass.libsyn.com/95-casey-nixon-ex-army-veteran-wounded-heroes-ambassador-and-defence-industry-powerhouse) _2021-08-23_ In this episode I was lucky enough to chat with the amazing Casey Nixon . Casey is a former serving Army Soldier who went on to work within the Defence Industry and now sits as an Ambassador for Wounded Heroes Casey is a lot of things. She's a mother, a fiancee to a veteran, a daughter to a veteran but most of all she's a female badass you should all look up to In this episode we chat about her… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/becomingbadass/Casey_Nixon_Final_-_23821_4.27_pm.mp3?dest-id=937142)