The Truth Behind Our First Feature-Length Documentary & Shooting with DJ Shipley | Inspire Change Podcast

In this most replayed moment from Jordan's conversation with DJ Shipley, SEAL Team 6 operator DJ breaks down the mindset, culture and obsession that separates DEVGRU from every other fighting force on the planet. DJ explains why hard skills alone will never be enough without the right mindset, how elite operators learn to read teammates through body language alone in the chaos of a firefight, and why the men at the very top of Tier 1 units would pay to do the job rather than be paid for it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's episode, Jordan sits down with Craig Harrison, a former British military sniper renowned for holding the world record for the longest sniper shot in combat history. Craig takes us through his 23-year military career, starting from his strict upbringing and early days in the Household Cavalry, to his intense deployments across Bosnia, Kosovo, Iraq, and Afghanistan. He vividly describes the immense pressure and meticulous skill required of a sniper, culminating in the extraordinary events in Helmand Province that led to his record-breaking engagement. The conversation then shifts to the profound personal cost of his service. Craig offers an incredibly raw and vulnerable look at his severe struggles with combat PTSD, the devastating impact of traumatic brain injuries resulting from IEDs, and his harrowing battle with suicidal thoughts. He speaks candidly about the difficult journey of navigating mental health challenges, the vital importance of seeking help, and the unwavering support of his wife, Tanya. Craig also shares how he found a new sense of purpose by founding the Maverick Survival School, a nature-based retreat dedicated to helping veterans open up, connect, and heal from their own traumas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This weeks episode sees Jordan switching roles from the interviewer to the interviewee, as he is joined by Jordan Stanton, a content creator creating an incredible movement around Heavyweight Runners, giving a community for in his words "the big boys" to finally feel comfortable, and more importantly train to dominate, in the long-distance running scene. The conversation goes deep, as Jordan Mulligan is asked about his humble beginnings, finally being "healed" and the origin story of the Mulligan Brothers. If you want to check out more content from Jordan Stanton, see the link below: https://www.instagram.com/jordan__stanton/ If you want to become a part of the Inspire change movement, you can pick up the "NOT A JOURNAL", merch & more at: www.mulliganbrothers.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's episode, we sit down for our final interview with Master Shi Heng Yi. This profound conversation brings his journey full circle, exploring the deep personal and spiritual transitions he has navigated over the past three years. Master Shi Heng Yi opens up about experiencing a highly challenging period of internal struggle. He discusses the difficult but necessary decision to step away from his established life at the temple in Germany to prioritise and support his family. This major life shift forced him to confront his attachments, dismantle his public identity, and deeply evaluate the philosophies that truly serve him. Throughout the episode, he reflects on the concepts of shedding old habits and stepping into a life of pure authenticity. He shares valuable insights on releasing the need for external validation, the paradox of finding true fulfilment through emptiness, and why the real essence of Shaolin lies in the mental teachings of Zen rather than just physical movement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Jordan is joined by William once again to discuss one of our biggest projects in the works, the Eddie Gallagher vs the United States of America Documentary. They give real insights into what it was like to work with Eddie and his family, the battle that is still going on and discuss men's mental health. If you want to become a part of the Inspire change movement, you can pick up the "NOT A JOURNAL", merch & more at: www.mulliganbrothers.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's episode, Jordan sits down with retired Navy SEAL Team 6 Operator, DJ Shipley. DJ discusses his childhood obsession with skateboarding, transitioning into the Navy at 19 years old, and his eventual ascent to the elite Development Group. He provides a fascinating look into the culture of tier one operators, detailing the intense dedication required to master their craft. The discussion covers the extraordinary methods these teams use to achieve perfection, from executing completely silent compound breaches to utilising lucid dreaming for mental training. The conversation also explores the profound personal sacrifices required at that level of service. He reflects on the heavy toll his career took on his family life and the immense difficulty of balancing his duty with his role as a husband and father. Following DJ's interview, Jordan is joined by Patsy Shipley, for a deeply moving conversation about the realities of living with a tier one operator. Patsy shares her own journey from growing up in Spain and serving in the Navy, to the tragic loss of her first husband, Navy SEAL Danny Dietz, in 2005. She explains meeting DJ, and the immense challenges they faced as his career and traumatic brain injuries began to take a severe toll on his mental health. Patsy provides a raw and honest look at the darkest years of their marriage, and how his decision to seek alternative treatment in Mexico ultimately saved him and restored their relationship. Today, their marriage is stronger than ever, and Patsy discusses the profound global impact of DJ sharing their vulnerabilities to help others find hope and healing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Jordan is joined by Luke to talk through a project that has been in the works for over 5 years, their first-ever feature length documentary with the Stoltman Brothers. They talk about lessons learned during the process, whether or not they would do it again (Luke's answer may surprise you) and end the episode with a behind-the-scenes insight into the upcoming documentary and interview with DJ Shipley. If you want to become a part of the Inspire change movement, you can pick up the "NOT A JOURNAL", merch & more at: www.mulliganbrothers.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What is war really like for the people who have lived through it? In this episode of the Mulligan Brothers Interviews Podcast, military veterans from the Special Air Service, United States Navy SEALs, Force Recon, Gurkhas, and other elite units share firsthand stories of combat, survival, fear, sacrifice, and the true reality of life at war. From Iraq and Afghanistan to Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Westgate shopping mall attack in Nairobi, these veterans talk about the moments that changed them forever. Ambushes, close calls, hostage situations, firefights, loss, and the harsh realization that even the most highly trained soldiers are never fully in control. This episode is not about glorifying war. It is about understanding the human cost behind it. The guests reflect on what it feels like to face death, how training takes over when everything goes wrong, and the role of faith, instinct, and mindset in survival. They also share how combat changes the way you see life, purpose, brotherhood, and service long after the battlefield is behind you. If you want a raw and honest look at war from the people who have stood inside it, this episode offers a rare window into the minds of elite military veterans. Topics include: • The reality of combat and war • SAS, Navy SEAL, Force Recon, and Gurkha experiences • Iraq, Afghanistan, Bosnia, and Nairobi • Ambushes, firefights, and survival stories • Fear, pressure, and close calls in combat • Brotherhood, sacrifice, and military service • Faith, purpose, and life after war Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How do you share wisdom in a world that rarely slows down enough to hear it? In this unseen conversation, Shi Heng Yi reflects on the purpose of Shaolin Temple Europe, the discipline of practice, and the quiet responsibility of passing knowledge from one generation to the next. Filmed at Shaolin Temple Europe in Germany, this episode explores what the temple really represents. Not just martial arts, but a way of improving life, building awareness, creating discipline, and learning how to guide others once you’ve found stability within yourself. Master Shi Heng Yi explains why training continues through rain, cold, discomfort, and uncertainty, and why there is beauty in the harder parts of life. He also shares how Shaolin teachings apply far beyond fighting, through movement, meditation, mindfulness, recovery, balance, and everyday presence. This conversation is about practice over theory, experience over explanation, and the slow, patient work of becoming someone who can carry wisdom with responsibility. If you’re interested in Shaolin philosophy, discipline, mindfulness, martial arts, or personal growth, this episode offers a rare look inside the teachings and environment of Master Shi Heng Yi. Topics include: • Master Shi Heng Yi and Shaolin Temple Europe • The purpose of Shaolin teachings • Discipline, discomfort, and training in nature • Meditation, mindfulness, and martial arts • Why wisdom must be experienced, not just explained • Becoming the best version of yourself • The disciple path and passing knowledge forward • Finding beauty in hardship Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jordan and William Mulligan sit down to recap a busy week, including Jordan running the London Marathon, becoming an honourary member of the "Heavyweight Runners Club" and the big rebrand that is currently underway for the Mulligan Brothers network. If you do wish to support Sands, the charity Jordan and Niamh ran for during the London Marathon, here is the link: https://www.justgiving.com/page/jordan-niamhmulligan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices