Straight Talk with Mark Bouris #209 The Truth About SAS Soldiers with Ex- Team Commander Harry Moffitt
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Sep 24, 2025 Anthony "Harry" Moffitt, an ex-SAS soldier with nearly three decades of service and a trained psychologist, shares fascinating insights from his military career. He discusses the rigorous SAS selection process and the evolving nature of stoicism and ethics in elite teams. Harry dives into the implications of technology in modern warfare and the challenges of military diversity. He emphasizes the importance of transitioning to civilian life and introduces the 'fourth pillar' philosophy, advocating for holistic approaches to high performance and reintegration.
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How He Joined The SAS
- Anthony "Harry" Moffitt joined the Australian Army in 1986 and pursued SAS selection after being inspired by televised operations.
- He describes SAS selection as a two-year process including pre-selection and an 18-month reinforcement cycle.
Measured Risk Is Essential
- Harry says drive to test yourself and tolerance for ambiguity are core traits for special forces candidates.
- He emphasises risk-taking is measured and informed, not reckless impulsivity.
Stoicism Evolved Into Ethics
- Early SAS training valued pure stoic endurance: persist without complaint in a nil-feedback environment.
- Today he teaches applied ethics, recognising moral and mental costs of service.
