

Freedom Pact | Joseph and Lewis
Freedom Pact Podcast | Joseph and Lewis
Motivation. Insight. Independent Thought.
Tune in to the Freedom Pact Podcast as Joseph and Lewis sit down with the world’s most original thinkers. From Nobel Laureates and Billion-Dollar CEOs to FBI Hostage Negotiators, Astronauts, Political Thought-Leaders, Elite Athletes and Bestselling Authors, to uncover the ideas that shape our world and the strategies that help us thrive in it.
Past guests include; Neil deGrasse Tyson, Andrew Huberman, Robert Greene, Douglas Murray, Georges St-Pierre, Kendra Lust, Danny Trejo, Jefferson Fisher, 5 Nobel Prize Winners. & more.
Tune in to the Freedom Pact Podcast as Joseph and Lewis sit down with the world’s most original thinkers. From Nobel Laureates and Billion-Dollar CEOs to FBI Hostage Negotiators, Astronauts, Political Thought-Leaders, Elite Athletes and Bestselling Authors, to uncover the ideas that shape our world and the strategies that help us thrive in it.
Past guests include; Neil deGrasse Tyson, Andrew Huberman, Robert Greene, Douglas Murray, Georges St-Pierre, Kendra Lust, Danny Trejo, Jefferson Fisher, 5 Nobel Prize Winners. & more.
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Aug 11, 2025 • 1h 12min
#386: Craig Harrison - U.K's Deadliest Sniper On Longest Kill, PTSD, Horrors of War & More
Craig Harrison is former British Army sniper who once held the World record for the longest kill in combat, achieved in Afghanistan in 2009. His military career included tours in Bosnia, Iraq, and Afghanistan.Timestamps:0:00 World's Longest Sniper Kill11:50 Spending 7 Days In Sniper Position16:00 Afghanistan18:00 Emotions Of Taking Out Targets23:00 PTSD34:00 Trauma Of War41:00 Signs Of PTSD44:30 IED Explosion46:30 PTSD In Everyday Life51:00 My Wife Saved My Life57:30 Living With Trauma 1:03:50 The Army & Identity1:09:00 What Makes Life Worth Living?1:10:00 More From CraigConnect with Craig:https://www.themavericksurvivalschool.co.ukInstagram.com/cohcraigharrisonConnect with us:https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter (Healthy, Wealthy & Wise Newsletter)www.Instagram.com/freedompactwww.twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com https://Tiktok.com/personaldevelopment

Aug 10, 2025 • 1h 2min
#385: Robin Horsfall - SAS Legend Reveals All On Iranian Embassy Siege, Operation Certain Death, Selection & More
Robin Horsfall is a former member of the British 22SAS known for his role in the famous Iranian Embassy Siege, and a best-selling author. Timestamps:00:00 - Iranian Embassy Siege10:20 - What makes the British SAS special 13:41 - SAS vs Delta Force20:05 - Failing SAS selection then succeeding on the second attempt24:09 - What it truly takes to pass SAS selection27:57 - The only good SAS tv show worth watching32:03 - Operation Mikado (Certain Death)37:03 - Accepting Death38:34 - The mindset Robin used to deal with Cancer 42:23 - Robin’s history: Fatherlessness, isolated and bullied47:31 - How to deal with bullies55:30 - Is Britain still great?59:04 - What makes a life worth living?01:00:24 - Connect with RobinLinks:Connect with us:https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter (Healthy, Wealthy & Wise Newsletter)www.Instagram.com/freedompactwww.twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com https://Tiktok.com/personaldevelopmentConnect with Robin:https://robinhorsfall.co.uk/https://robinhorsfall.substack.com/

Jul 28, 2025 • 1h 9min
#384: Taylor Cavanaugh - World's Only Navy SEAL/French Foreign Legionnaire Reveals All About Career & More
Taylor Cavanaugh, a former Navy SEAL and French Foreign Legionnaire, shares his incredible journey from elite military training to personal transformation. He discusses the intense challenges of SEAL selection, including the infamous Hell Week, and the deep bonds formed within SEAL teams. Taylor reveals his experiences in the French Foreign Legion and reflects on identity crises post-service. With insights on resilience, personal growth, and what truly makes life worth living, his story is one of redemption and perseverance that inspires action.

Jul 21, 2025 • 1h 7min
#383: Professor Joanna Moncrieff - What My Colleagues Don’t Want Me to Tell You About Depression
Dr Joanna Moncrieff is a psychiatrist, professor, and best-selling author, who is leading the charge in how we understand psychiatric drugs, like anti-depressants. Joanna is Professor of Critical and Social Psychiatry at University College London (UCL) and a practising consultant psychiatrist in the NHS. Moncrieff is best known for challenging the ‘chemical imbalance’ theory of depression and for her influential work on how psychiatric medications actually work—arguing they produce psychoactive effects rather than correcting underlying brain disorders. Her books, including Chemically imbalanced have reshaped public and professional debates around antidepressants. Timestamps:00:00 - The anti-depressant myth that people have been misled on06:05 - Serotonin & Mass Learned Helplessness 11:10 - The history of anti-depressant medication16:13 - Anti-depressants impact the brain like alcohol and drugs18:45 - Patient reports that anti-depressants have saved their lives25:03 - Anti-depressants vs exercise as a treatment for depression28:17 - Normal depression vs clinical depression & should psychiatrists treat depression?37:10 - Depression as a reaction to the souls suffering40:01 - Gen Z and SSRI’s as ‘hot girl pills’45:05 - Medications for ADHD vs SSRI’s54:50 - Sexual dysfunction after taking SSRI’s58:45 - The backlash that Joanna has faced from colleaguesConnect with us:https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter (Healthy, Wealthy & Wise Newsletter)www.Instagram.com/freedompactwww.twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com https://Tiktok.com/personaldevelopmentJoanna’s seminal 2022 paper: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41380-022-01661-0.pdfMoncrieff, J., Cooper, R. E., Stockmann, T., Amendola, S., Hengartner, M. P., & Horowitz, M. A. (2023). The serotonin theory of depression: a systematic umbrella review of the evidence. Molecular psychiatry, 28(8), 3243-3256.Maudsley deprescribing guidelines: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Maudsley-Guidelines-prescribing-Prescribing/dp/111982298XConnect with Professor Moncrieff: https://joannamoncrieff.com / https://x.com/joannamoncrieffDISCLAIMER: The content provided by the Freedom Pact Podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Our content is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on our social media or other platforms.

Jul 19, 2025 • 54min
#382: WWE Star Karrion Kross - Shoots On Career, Battling Adversity, Wrestlemania Moment & More
Kevin Robert Kesar, also known in WWE as Karrion Kross, is an American professional wrestler, actor, and martial artist. He is the author of the new book 'Life Is Fighting.'In this episode, Kevin discusses his viral Wrestlemania promo, surreal current levels of fan support, the struggles he has faced throughout his career, learning from Triple H & Shawn Michaels, developing his character and much more. Timestamps:0:00 Fan Support02:30 Viral Wrestlemania Promo07:30 Living Your Dream09:00 Career Struggles16:00 Frustrations With WWE24:30 Wrestling School31:00 William Regal's Advice33:00 Favourite Wrestlers To Work With36:00 Character & Storytelling38:00 First NXT Title Win42:00 Being Released From WWE49:00 How I Want To Be Remembered51:00 What Makes Life Worth Living?52:00 Connect With KarrionMore from Karrion & his new book: https://linktr.ee/realkillerkrossConnect with us: https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter (Healthy, Wealthy & Wise Newsletter)www.Instagram.com/freedompactwww.twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com https://Tiktok.com/personaldevelopment

Jul 14, 2025 • 55min
#381: Stephen Law- Oxford Philosopher On Debating God, Evil God Challenge, Richard Dawkins & More
In this episode, Lewis and Dr. Stephen Law discuss various philosophical arguments surrounding the existence of God, the problem of evil, and the nature of morality. Stephen reflects on surprising arguments encountered in debates, the significance of personal experiences in finding meaning, and the concept of pseudo profundity in discourse. The discussion also touches on the Evil God Challenge and the importance of constructive conversations in debates, highlighting notable figures in the field including Richard Dawkins, William Lane Craig and John Lennox.Timestamps:00:00 Exploring Arguments for God04:00 Surprising Arguments in Debates06:20 The Problem of Suffering11:50 The Moral Argument for God16:00 Personal Experiences and Belief20:55 Meaning in a Secular World25:00 Jordan Peterson and Pseudo Profundity27:50 Spotting Pseudo Profundity33:00 Dawkins and the No-Nonsense Approach36:00 Respecting Beliefs: A Double Standard40:00 Responses To The Evil God Challenge 49:30 Constructive Debates and Personal Reflections51:50 A Life Worth Living53:30 Connect With StephenConnect with us:https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter (Healthy, Wealthy & Wise Newsletter)www.Instagram.com/freedompactwww.twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com https://Tiktok.com/personaldevelopment

Jun 17, 2025 • 1h 7min
#380: Dr James Hollis - Death, Why You Sabotage Love, Finding Your Life's Mission, Dreams & More
James Hollis, Ph.D. is a Jungian analyst and bestselling author known for exploring the unconscious, meaning, and personal growth. His work brings depth psychology to everyday life, with acclaimed books like The Middle Passage and Living an Examined Life.Timestamps:00:00 - How We Develop Avoidance To Love09:00 - The role of childhood in early attachments15:45 - Psychopathology, Roots Of The Word, How The Soul Expresses Suffering30:45 - How To Reconnect With Your Soul (Who You REALLY ARE)37:00 - The True Meaning Of Dreams41:47 - Why We Must SLOW Down And Start Listening To Ourselves54:06 - Does James Fear Dying?01:02:30 - Find James's workConnect with us:https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter (Healthy, Wealthy & Wise Newsletter)www.Instagram.com/freedompactwww.twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com https://Tiktok.com/personaldevelopmentConnect with James:https://jameshollis.nethttps://Tiktok.com/personaldevelopment

Jun 12, 2025 • 1h 14min
#379: Des Powell - SAS Legend Reveals All On Selection, Military Career, Building Discipline & More
Des Powell is a former SAS sergeant major and member of the 22 SAS regiment with a military career spanning over two decades in the heart of counter terrorism and special covert operations. Before joining the SAS, Des spent eight years in the Parachute Regiment specialising in unarmed combat and high-altitude free-fall parachuting while he advanced through the ranks as a certified physical training instructor for the 1st Battalion.Timestamps:SAS Selection Process 0:00Doing Selection Twice 19:00Is British SAS Selection The Hardest In The World?Parachute Regiment 38:00Serving With Great Soldiers 43:00Chris Ryan, Billy Billingham & More 48:30Military Morning Routine 55:00Taking Action & Finding Success 59:00What Makes Life Worth Living? 01:07:00More From Des 01:12:00Des' new book 'SAS: My Trial By Fire' is out now: https://www.despowell.co.uk/Connect with us:https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter (Healthy, Wealthy & Wise Newsletter)www.Instagram.com/freedompactwww.twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com https://Tiktok.com/personaldevelopment

Jun 8, 2025 • 51min
#378: General Stanley McChrystal - 4 Star U.S General On Character, Jan 6th, Civil War & WW3
General Stanley McChrystal is a retired four-star U.S. Army General and former commander of U.S. and NATO forces in Afghanistan.In this episode, General McChrystal and Joe discuss character, the events of January 6th, wether there is potential for a civil war in America, what the future of warfare will look like, World War 3 & More.Timestamps:0:00 Resigning In The Oval Office08:10 Showing Character In Times of Crisis13:30 Discipline 19:50 Character & Convictions24:30 January 6th Riots29:35 Are America Headed For Civil War?34:40 Capturing Saddam Hussein38:00 World War 343:40 The British SAS47:20 What Makes An Elite Soldier49:30 Connect With Gen. McChrystalBuy ‘On Character’ Here: https://www.mcchrystalgroup.com/about/books/detail/2025/01/04/on-character--choices-that-define-a-lifeConnect with us:https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter (Healthy, Wealthy & Wise Newsletter)www.Instagram.com/freedompactwww.twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com https://Tiktok.com/personaldevelopment

May 27, 2025 • 45min
#377: Glenn Jacobs (Kane) On WWE Career, Becoming Mayor, Donald Trump, Future of Politics & More
Glenn Thomas Jacobs (known in WWE as Kane), is an American politician, actor, and former professional wrestler. He is currently the Republican Mayor of Knox County, Tennessee, a role he has held since 2018. He is one of the most popular WWE superstars of all time, enjoying a 20+ year long run as 'Kane' in which he had some of the most memorable moments and storylines in professional wrestling historyIn this episode, Lewis & Glenn discuss his time in the WWE and how it prepared him for the world of politics, becoming the Mayor of Knox County, the most memorable moments of his career, what Vince McMahon, Triple H and The Undertaker taught him about leadership styles, Donald Trump's campaign strategy and so much more.Timestamps:WWE's Kane Vs Mayor Jacobs 00:00Becoming Mayor 03:00Vince McMahon 07:50Triple H 13:00Lessons From Undertaker & WWE 14:20Outsiders In Politics 19:30Trump On Joe Rogan 26:00Political Duopoly 31:00Daniel Bryan & Political Differences 33:30Biggest Threats To Freedom Today 41:00 What Makes Life Worth Living? 42:30Connect With Mayor Jacobs: https://jacobsformayor.com/Connect with us:https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter (Healthy, Wealthy & Wise Newsletter)twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com https://Tiktok.com/personaldevelopment