In this episode, Matt McGinn, a 26-year Army veteran and now Managing Director of Global Protect Security, shares his life story from joining the military inspired by his family to facing unexpected medical retirement due to a brain tumour.

He discusses his military career, including roles in counter intelligence and deployments to various conflict zones.

Matt highlights the transition challenges to civilian life, the support he received, and the work his company does in providing specialist security services. His narrative sheds light on resilience, adaptability, and the often undervalued skills veterans bring to civilian roles.

You can find Matt here

https://www.globalprotectsecurity.com/

You can email your questions and dilemmas to us on safespacefrom@gmail.com

Listen to Wendy and her cohost, Shane Waters on Foul Play Crime Series, wherever you listen to podcasts https://www.itsfoulplay.com/

This episode is sponsored by Hippo Accountants – discount code for our listeners is SAFE for 50% off a tax consultation. https://hippoaccountants.com/tax-consultation/

If you would like free impartial advice on a workplace issue, you can call ACAS on 0300 123 1100 https://www.acas.org.uk/

If you have workplace issue relating to pregnancy, then you can contact Pregnant Then Screwed https://pregnantthenscrewed.com/

And the Samaritans are always there to listen, their number is 116 123 https://www.samaritans.org/

Our intro and outro music is Storm Before the Calm. Interludes are, The Future is Bright and Digital Dreams. All by LNDO.

Stay Safe and remember …………. You are not alone !

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This episode of Safe Space from the Workplace is a summary episode of the last 5 episodes, where Wendy and Kate discuss key points and what they have learnt from each.

You can email your questions and dilemmas to us on safespacefrom@gmail.com

Listen to Wendy and her cohost, Shane Waters on Foul Play Crime Series, wherever you listen to podcasts https://www.itsfoulplay.com/

This episode is sponsored by Hippo Accountants – discount code for our listeners is SAFE for 50% off a tax consultation. https://hippoaccountants.com/tax-consultation/

If you would like free impartial advice on a workplace issue, you can call ACAS on 0300 123 1100 https://www.acas.org.uk/

If you have workplace issue relating to pregnancy, then you can contact Pregnant Then Screwed https://pregnantthenscrewed.com/

And the Samaritans are always there to listen, their number is 116 123 https://www.samaritans.org/

Our intro and outro music is Storm Before the Calm. Interludes are, The Future is Bright and Digital Dreams. All by LNDO.

Stay Safe and remember …………. You are not alone !

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lucy Wade, the creator of 'You Don't Own Me,' a comprehensive website on domestic abuse, discusses her initiatives including the 'Let's Talk' series and podcast 'Dip In and Out with Lucy.'

The conversation explores how domestic abuse affects individuals in the workplace, the importance of breaking stigmas, providing support, and the crucial role of employers and colleagues in creating a safe environment.

Lucy emphasises the ongoing nature of abuse, even post-separation, and the misconceptions around why victims don't simply 'leave.' She highlights the significance of understanding, compassion, and tailored support in helping survivors regain control of their lives.

We also spoke about Clare’s Law and Ask Angela. You can find out more about them here :

Clare’s Law - https://clares-law.com/

Ask Angela - https://askforangela.co.uk/

You can find Lucy here :

https://ydom.co.uk/

You can email your questions and dilemmas to us on safespacefrom@gmail.com

Listen to Wendy and her cohost, Shane Waters on Foul Play Crime Series, wherever you listen to podcasts https://www.itsfoulplay.com/

This episode is sponsored by Hippo Accountants – discount code for our listeners is SAFE for 50% off a tax consultation. https://hippoaccountants.com/tax-consultation/

If you would like free impartial advice on a workplace issue, you can call ACAS on 0300 123 1100 https://www.acas.org.uk/

If you have workplace issue relating to pregnancy, then you can contact Pregnant Then Screwed https://pregnantthenscrewed.com/

And the Samaritans are always there to listen, their number is 116 123 https://www.samaritans.org/

Our intro and outro music is Storm Before the Calm. Interludes are, The Future is Bright and Digital Dreams. All by LNDO.

Stay Safe and remember …………. You are not alone !

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.