Oct 8, 2025
On this week’s podcast, I speak with Special Air Service
Regiment & Australian
Federal Police veteran Doug Sheridan, Doug enlisted in the
regular army in 1991, posting to 5/7 RAR. In 1997,
Doug attempted and completed SASR selection. He served 33
years in the Australian
Army and Special Operations in both full-time and reserve
capacities. During his
service, he deployed to various locations, including Tonga,
Malaysia, East Timor, the
Solomon Islands, and Afghanistan. Additionally, he served with the
United Nations in
West Sahara. He also served for 10 years as a Federal Agent
with the Australian Federal Police
(AFP). Doug talks about reaching rock bottom, having suicidal
ideations, and losing
purpose. The steps he took to find purpose again. This is a story
of true grit,
determination, courage, and owning your mistakes and succeeding at
the elite level.
Presenter: Adam Blum
Guest: Doug Sheridan
Editor: Kyle Watkins