Men Among Men Stories Podcast

24/12/2023

A Merry Christmas to all our followers and especially all active duty military personnel who can't be with their families this Christmas.

We have some great new podcasts coming in the New Year.

For now, enjoy the remainder of 2023. Crack open a Lion lager and relax by the fire. May you all get some good military history books under the tree.

25/11/2023

Episode 28 is here!

Get ready to return back to the front lines as Bindu and Hank return from their podcast hiatus. Join us as we unravel the memoir of Canadian Sergeant Fred Cederberg, who served during during the Italian Campaign with the Cape Breton Highlanders and the Lanark and Renfrew Scottish.

Brace yourself for an intense exploration of Canada's often-overlooked involvement in the war-torn landscapes of Italy during the Second World War. Fred Cederberg's chronicles paint a vivid tapestry of courage, duty, brotherhood, and love, showcasing the metamorphosis of a young boy into a hardened man amidst the relentless chaos of battle.

This episode is not just a podcast; it's a dedication, a tribute to the indomitable spirit of our late friend Kyle "Ndlovu" Porter. Join us as we honour his memory and embark on a journey that transcends time, resonating with the echoes of valour and camaraderie.

Get ready to return back to the front lines as Bindu and Hank return from their podcast hiatus. Join us as we unravel the memoir of Canadian Sergeant Fred Cederberg, who served during during the Italian Campaign with the Cape Breton Highlanders and the Lanark and Renfrew Scottish. Brace yourself

23/11/2023

✨ STAND TO! STAND TO! ✨

25 November 2023 - Mark the date.

After a long hiatus, we return with a Men Among Men Story that hits a little closer to home. A story of Canucks, Eye-ties and true goons - a story you won't want to miss!

Stay tuned!

19/12/2022

Episode 27 is here!

Bindu and Hank explore the “other side” of the Rhodesian Bush War and the other Cold War conflicts with a political treatise from African revolutionary leader Kwame Nkrumah. A perpetual activist, Nkrumah went from a minor Marxist and pan-Africanist thinker to the first president of an independent Ghana. While he never commanded troops in the field, he wrote a field manuel that would inspire Robert Mugabe and a generation of African guerrilla fighters. Join us as we go over the ideas and ideals of Nkrumah and the soldiers of ZANU, ZAPU, SWAPO and ANC that he inspired with his work.

Bindu and Hank explore the “other side” of the Rhodesian Bush War and the other Cold War conflicts with a political treatise from African revolutionary leader Kwame Nkrumah. A perpetual activist, Nkrumah went from a minor Marxist and pan-Africanist thinker to the first president of an independen...

25/11/2022

The Black Friday Sale is here!

We are offering 20% off everything in store plus additional 15% discounts on our Rhodesian Lion Horn Mugs, Men Among Men T-Shirts, Tactical Patches and Rhodesian Broadcasting Corporation Hats. All discounts are available with the code: "STORIESBF"

We have also recently added a large selection of posters to the store, including Rhodesian propaganda posters from the Bush War.

Our sale is from midnight tonight until Monday. Act now while supplies last!

Code for 20% off everything is "STORIESBF"

23/11/2022

https://menamongmenstories.com/episodes/episode-26-stories-from-the-selous-scouts

Episode 26 is here!

Bindu and Hank depart from our usual format to bring you the incredible stories of three fallen members of the legendary Rhodesian Selous Scouts: Major John Kendrick Murphy Jr., Sergeant Head Wuranda SCR, BCR, and Lieutenant Edward Piringondo SCR.

We discuss the exploits of these men on pseudo-operations for the Rhodesian cause, and the circumstances of their deaths. We also explore the shady dealings of Rhodesian CIO chief Ken Flower and his connection to the tragic end of Lieutenant Piringondo and the collapse of Rhodesia. Join us as we pay tribute to these gallant men, who rightly deserve their place as some of the most legendary COIN warfare operations in history.

Bindu and Hank depart from our usual format to bring you the incredible stories of three fallen members of the legendary Rhodesian Selous Scouts: Major John Kendrick Murphy Jr., Sergeant Head Wuranda SCR, BCR, and Lieutenant Edward Piringondo SCR. We discuss the exploits of these men on pseudo-ope

29/10/2022

https://menamongmenstories.com/episodes/episode-25-halloween-special-and-interview-with-tales-from-the-grid-square

Episode 25 is here!

Bindu and Hank go off the beaten path and into uncharted territory with an interview with Nick from “Tales From The Grid Square”. Together we discuss encounters of soldiers with ghosts, cryptids, UFOs and other weird and creepy phenomena. Hank, Nick and Bindu revist Will R. Bird’s encounters with the ghost of his brother and explore the Ariel School UFO sighting, the U-28 Sea Serpent and Hank and Nick’s own encounters with unusual phenomena in the Canadian and American militaries respectively. Join the three of us for a look into the weirder and spookier side of military life and military history, and have a Happy Halloween!

Bindu and Hank go off the beaten path and into uncharted territory with an interview with Nick from “Tales From The Grid Square”. Together we discuss encounters of soldiers with ghosts, cryptids, UFOs and other weird and creepy phenomena. Hank, Nick and Bindu revist Will R. Bird’s encounters w...

22/10/2022

Men Among Men Stories is proud to present the following books: "Fireforce" and "Survival Course" by Chris C***s and "No Mean Soldier" by Peter McAleese; all three of which are now available at our merch store!

We have covered these three books in podcasts #1, #2, #6, #18, #19, #20 and our most recent podcast #24. Many of our copies are signed by the author!

Help support us and the authors Chris C***s and Peter McAleese by getting your hands on a copy of these amazing war memoirs!

19/10/2022

Episode 24 is here!

Hank and Bindu showcase the sequel to the legendary Rhodesian war memoir “Fireforce” with this episode on “Survival Course”. The book follows Chris C***s’ journey through BSAP-PATU, and the confusing and vicious combat that unit went through as conventional military operations became intertwined with police actions. The book also explores Chris’ own “war of self” as he struggled with mental health issues and drug dependency. Hank and Bindu talk about all that and more, including the end of Rhodesia and its transformation into Zimbabwe; as we share Chris’ incredible story of the end of the Rhodesian Bush War and his own personal battles.

Hank and Bindu showcase the sequel to the legendary Rhodesian war memoir “Fireforce” with this episode on “Survival Course”. The book follows Chris C***s’ journey through BSAP-PATU, and the confusing and vicious combat that unit went through as conventional military operations became inter...

06/07/2022

https://menamongmenstories.com/episodes/episode-23-the-siege-of-delhi-by-general-sir-charles-reid

Episode 23 is here!

Hank and Bindu explore General Sir Charles "Gurkha" Reid's memoirs of the Siege of Delhi, during the Indian Mutiny of 1857. The urban combat at Delhi can easily be compared to the intensity of Alesia, Rourke's Drift or Stalingrad, but is not as widely explored in then English speaking world. The battle also cemented the legend of Nepalese Gurkha, as "Gurkha" Reid's Simoor Battalion would earn their most distinguished battle honour at the defence of the Hindu Rao's house - an honour still carried on by the Royal Gurkha Rifles on the Queen's Truncheon, in modern times. Hank and Bindu use the combat diary of "Gurkha Reid" to navigate the events of the siege, the Indian Mutiny more broadly, and the history of the legendary British and Indian Army Gurkhas.

Hank and Bindu explore General Sir Charles "Gurkha" Reid's memoirs of the Siege of Delhi, during the Indian Mutiny of 1857. The urban combat at Delhi can easily be compared to the intensity of Alesia, Rourke's Drift or Stalingrad, but is not as widely explored in then English speaking worl

02/07/2022

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Episode 22 is here!

Hank and Bindu take on the memoirs of one of the most controversial and eccentric soldiers of the 20th century. Siegfried Müller was born in 1920 in Germany to an old Prussian millitary family and served with the Wehrmacht during the Second World War. After the war, Müller left his homeland for a fresh start in Africa and after a stint clearing mines in Libya, found himself in the Congo during the early 1960s. He used his previous military experience to serve as a mercenary under the legendary “Mad” Mike H***e on behalf of the Congolese government against the brutal Simba rebels.The German soldier wearing his Iron Cross proudly in the jungle became an icon of this conflict. Hank and Bindu share the incredible story of a man who fought in some of the fiercest battles in Africa during the Cold War and gained worldwide infamy because of it.

Hank and Bindu take on the memoirs of one of the most controversial and eccentric soldiers of the 20th century. Siegfried Müller was born in 1920 in Germany to an old Prussian millitary family and served with the Wehrmacht during the Second World War. After the war, Müller left his homeland for a ...

17/06/2022

The Mugs are Here!

Have a refreshing beverage with this unique mug, emblazoned with the Rhodesian Army Lion Crest and made from real buffalo horn! These horn mugs will be a huge hit at any braii and are perfect for sipping ice cold chibulis! Also great for drinking steaming-hot coffee while listening to us on a cold and rainy night.

Each horn mug is individually crafted from a horn harvested from domesticated water buffalo and each has their own unique character and shape. The Rhodesian Army Lion Crest on all of them is hand carved. They all hold approximately 12 oz of liquid.

Also, until June 22nd get a free Man Among Men Morale Patch with every purchase of a Lion Horn Mug!

Get yours while supplies last!

https://menamongmenstories.com/store/p/rhodesian-lion-horn-mug

12/05/2022

https://menamongmenstories.com/episodes/episode-21-the-autobiogrpahy-of-sir-gtz-von-berlichingen-by-sir-gtz-von-berlichingen

New podcast is here!

Hank and Bindu travel back further in history than they have ever done, with this autobiogrpahy of a late 15th Century/ early 16th Century knight. Sir Götz von Berlichingen, better known as Götz of the Iron Hand; was a German knight who served as a mercenary leader in many of the conflicts both inside and outside the Holy Roman Empire. Despite losing his right arm to a cannonball early in his millitary career, Götz served as an esteemed knight and a capable military leader for almost five decades of wars and feuds. Using this memoir as a reference, Hank and Bindu explore late Medieval and Renaissance warfare and the revolution in military tactics and technology that this period experienced.

Hank and Bindu travel back further in history than they have ever done, with this autobiogrpahy of a late 15th Century/ early 16th Century knight. Sir Götz von Berlichingen, better known as Götz of the Iron Hand; was a German knight who served as a mercenary leader in many of the conflicts both in...

08/05/2022

Happy Mothers Day!

We know it is a bit of a hallmark holiday, but we hope all of you get to spend today with your loved ones.

Enjoy a picture of a Rhodesian mother and her son, carrying an M16a1.

05/05/2022

Episode 20 is here!

After thoroughly exploring the book “No Mean Soldier” by Peter McAleese in two back-to-back podcasts, Hank and Bindu finally sit down with the man himself and discuss his incredible career with him. We dive deeper into McAleese’s childhood, his experiences with the notorious Tony Callan, some of the lighter moments of his career, and the Operation Phoenix to kill Pablo Escobar.

This is also our first video podcast. We will only keep this format for major interviews, for all other podcasts we will stick to our traditional audio-only format. We hope you enjoy this interview, it was a great honour for us.

https://menamongmenstories.com/episodes/episode-20-interview-with-peter-mcaleese

After thoroughly exploring the book “No Mean Soldier” by Peter McAleese in two back-to-back podcasts, Hank and Bindu finally sit down with the man himself and discuss his incredible career with him. We dive deeper into McAleese’s childhood, his experiences with the notorious Tony Callan, some ...

05/05/2022

With all this Merch and the release of Podcast no. 20, we have decided to have a SALE!!!

Men Among Men Stories presents the Peter McAleese sale!

15% off everything in store with the code: PETERSAS

Also $10 off hats and the “hat and patches” bundle.

All merchandise is available on the Merch Store on our website.

05/05/2022

The “Men Among Men Stories” T-Shirt is here!

Stand out in style in the bush with this shirt emblazoned with the badass “Four Horsemen” Men Among Men Stories logo. Comes in all sizes and is a great addition to any wardrobe.

Available on the Merch Store on our website.

05/05/2022

Hey guys! New merch is here!

The Will R. Bird and Ernst Jünger Tribute posters are our own little memorial to two of our favourite WWI memoirs: “And We Go On” and “Storm of Steel”.

These posters are a great and affordable way to honour the men, their haunting memoirs and their regiments.

Available on our website!

19/04/2022

Episode 19 is here!

Hank and Bindu dive deep into the second half of a legendary memoir of a true “fighting man”. Peter McAleese is a Scottish SAS veteran whose incredible adventures in the British army and after spanned three continents. In this podcast, Hank and Bindu go over the second half of the book; looking at McAleese’s time in Rhodesia in both the Rhodesian SAS and BSAP Special Branch, his journey to South Africa after Rhodesia’s fall, his service in the 44 Parachute Brigade and private security companies, and finally his recruitment into two secret missions in Colombia with the ultimate aim of killing Pablo Escobar. This memoir is a testament to an astounding life and unique millitary career, and stay tuned because we will soon interview the man himself!

https://menamongmenstories.com/episodes/episode-19-no-mean-soldier-by-peter-mcaleese-pt-2

Hank and Bindu dive deep into the second half of a legendary memoir of a true “fighting man”. Peter McAleese is a Scottish SAS veteran whose incredible adventures in the British army and after spanned three continents. In this podcast, Hank and Bindu go over the second half of the book; looking ...

11/04/2022

Sad news today, "Chunky", a Canadian born veteran of the Australian SAS, Rhodesian SAS, and SADF 6 Recce just passed away.

Unable to join the US Army as a Canadian during the Vietnam War, he volunteered for the Australian Army and passed the challenging SAS selection course. He served as a Special Forces operator in Vietnam, before going over to Rhodesia alongside thousands of other foreign volunteers.

Despite his prior experience, he had requalify again as a special forces soldiers. Completing the equally grueling Rhodesian SAS selection course, he would fight in Rhodesian Bush War.

Completing several operational jumps, he notably participated in the serious SAS combat deployments at the Zulu 1 and Zulu 2 dropzones in November 1977.

Chunky concluded his time in Africa with the South African 6 Recce Regiment, capping off a military career with 30+ Australian para jumps, 97 Rhodesian para jumps, and numerous more as a South African recce.

After many years of silent professionalism, Chunky was on the cusp of "going public", with plans of interviews and a memoir in the works. I was planning to help tell his story with Bindu of Men Among Men Stories Podcast. Sadly, he succumbed to cancer after a long and valiant battle.

We do hope his full story gets told in the future. However, we also ask everyone to respect his family's privacy at this time.

Rest in Peace Chunky.

PHOTO:
Top - Chunky, in his element
Bottom left - (L to R) Larry Jenkins (Canadian volunteer, Rhodesia Regiment/BSAP), Dave Hughes (Canadian volunteer, Rhodesian Armoured Car Regiment), Name Withheld (Rhodesian Selous Scout veteran), and Chunky
Bottom right - Chunky's SAS parachute jump log, indicating Zulu 1 and 2 as his 12th and 13th jumps

08/04/2022

https://menamongmenstories.com/episodes/episode-18-no-mean-soldier-by-peter-mcaleese-pt-1

Episode 18 is here!

Hank and Bindu explore the first half of a legendary memoir of a true “fighting man”. Peter McAleese is a Scottish SAS veteran whose incredible adventures in the British army and after spanned three continents. In this podcast, Hank and Bindu go over the first half of the book; looking at McAleese’s rough childhood, his service in the Aden and Borneo campaigns with the SAS and finally his time as a mercenary in the Angloan Civil War. This memoir is a testament to an astounding life and unique millitary career, and stay tuned because this is only part 1!

Hank and Bindu explore the first half of a legendary memior of a true “fighting man”. Peter McAleese is a Scottish SAS veteran whose incredible adventuers in the British army and after spanned three continents. In this podcast, Hank and Bindu go over the first half of the book; looking at McAlee...

01/03/2022

Episode 17 is here!

https://menamongmenstories.com/episodes/episode-17-the-reflections-of-rifleman-harris-by-benjamin-harris

Hank and Bindu go further back in time then they have ever gone before, and discuss a lost classic of military history: the personal reflections of a Napoleonic era soldier. Benjamin Harris joined the British Army in 1803 and quickly joined the famed 95th Regiment of Foot. Harris served in the 95th at the Second Battle of Copenhagen in 1807 and then in Spain during the Peninsular War. He would serve through some of the fiercest fighting of the Spanish campaign and along the particularly hellish Retreat to Corunna. This is a long-forgotten memoir from a time where the common soldier’s perspective was often overlooked, and Hank and Bindu are proud to delve into the events of the book and explore the perspective Harris shares on the Napoleonic Wars.

Hank and Bindu go further back in time then they have ever gone before, and discuss a lost classic of military history: the personal reflections of a Napoleonic era soldier. Benjamin Harris joined the British Army in 1803 and quickly joined the famed 95th Regiment of Foot. Harris served in the 95th

03/02/2022

Today marks Four Chaplains Day - 79 years

Lt. Alexander Goode (Jewish Rabbi), Lt. George Fox (Methodist Minister and Decorated WW1 Infantry Veteran), Lt. John Washington (Catholic Priest), Lt. Clark Poling (Baptist Minister)

When a German U-Boat torpedo'd the SS Dorchester on 3 Feburary 1943, the ship's four Chaplain's were among the first to don their life jackets. Realizing quickly in the chaos there were not enough lifeboats or lifejackets for the 900 military passengers, they passed off their lifejackets to other soldiers and helped men onto life boats. Joining arms, they said prayers and sang hymns, as they went down with the ship.

Of the 900 passengers, only 230 would survive. All four chaplains were posthumously awarded the Distinguished Service Cross.

" The last thing I saw, the Four Chaplains were up there praying for the safety of the men. They had done everything they could. I did not see them again. They themselves did not have a chance without their life jackets." - Engineer Grady Clark, survivor

24/01/2022

Episode 16 is here!

Hank and Bindu reminisce over 2021, talking about their favourite podcasts they have recorded and going into a bit more detail about some of them. They also talk about their plans for the podcast for 2022, some of the feedback they have received, their commitment to objective military history, Hank’s new catchphrase and some sneak peaks at future podcasts. Finally they end off with Bindu reading a Henry Wadsworth Longfellow poem and giving a message of hope for this year.

Hope you guys enjoy this one, we have a great year planned for this podcast!

https://menamongmenstories.com/episodes/episode-16-new-year-same-podcast

Hank and Bindu reminisce over 2021, talking about their favourite podcasts they have recorded and going into a bit more detail about some of them. They also talk about their plans for the podcast for 2022, some of the feedback they have received, their commitment to objective military history, Hank....

16/12/2021

New Episode!

Hank and Bindu explore a forgotten book about a forgotten corner of the Second World War: British special operations in the Balkans and elsewhere. This is the sequel to Peter Kemp’s book “Mine Were of Trouble” which we covered in a previous podcast. In this book, Kemp returns from the Spanish Civil War and steps into the Second World War and the British Special Operations Executive. Kemp participates in cross channel raids against German positions on the French coast and then is sent into help organize and aid the Albanian and later Polish resistance. In both these countries he enters a confusing world of local politics and guerrilla warfare where nothing is what it seems. Hank and Bindu go over all this and more in this lost classic of the Second World War and the British espionage and special operations associated with it.

https://menamongmenstories.com/episodes/episode-15-no-colours-or-crest-by-peter-kemp

Hank and Bindu explore a forgotten book about a forgotten corner of the Second World War: British special operations in the Balkans and elsewhere. This is the sequel to Peter Kemp’s book “Mine Were of Trouble” which we covered in a previous podcast. In this book, Kemp returns from the Spanish ...

11/12/2021

TIME FOR THE 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS SALE

From 7am MST (Mountain Standard Time) on December 13th to midnight on December 24th, all orders from our Merch Store will be at a 15% discount with the code BUSHMAS1965.

Please be aware that our limited time bundle deals of a hat and two patches for $35.00 are still up. All prices are in Canadian dollars.

We wish all our fans a Merry Christmas! Get your friend or family member a little stocking stuffer from us!

Again, the discount code is: BUSHMAS1965

link to merch store in comments

26/11/2021

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HEY GUYS

Us at Men Among Men Stories are having a joint Black Friday Sale!

On our side of things there will be 10% discounts on patches and hats, and a special short time bundle deal of a hat and two patches for only $35.00 CAD! With the promo code STORIES21 you will get 10% off individual patches and hats!

The sale will go live tonight at midnight MST (Mountain Standard Time) and will continue until 12 noon on Cyber Monday.

Get your gear today and show everyone who your favourite military history podcast is!

Again, Promo Code is STORIES21

Merch Store Hat and Patches Bundle- LIMITED TIME 35.00 "Rhodesia Broadcasting Corporation" Hat 30.00 "Man Among Men" Morale Patch 6.00

06/11/2021

https://menamongmenstories.com/store/p/rhodesia-broadcasting-hat

New Merch is here!

The Rhodesian Broadcasting Corporation ball caps are here and available!

One size fits all, but make sure to get yours soon while quantities last!

The Rhodesian Broadcasting Corporation was a multimedia news agency that operated in Rhodesia. They were known for their many colorful news personalities during the Rhodesia Bush War such as the late Sally Donaldson MSM and disc jockey Luke Mnkandla. Own a piece of Rhodesian history. One size fits

04/11/2021

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THE PATCHES ARE LIVE

GET YOURS TODAY

Show that you are a true “Man Among Men” with our signature patch featuring a Rhodesian Army Grey Scout. A black embroidered rectangular patch, 3" by 2” with hook velcro backing. All prices are in Canadian dollars (CAD). We only ship in Canada and the United Spaces. If you are selecting the

27/10/2021

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