SAS SERGEANT MAJOR | THE DEBRIEF | Mark 'Billy' Billingham MBE QCB

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9 ай бұрын

In this episode of The Debrief, former 22 SAS Trooper Big Phil Campion speaks to Mark 'Billy' Billingham MBE CB.
Following an eventful childhood, Billy served 28 years in the British Army, completing an impressive 20+ years in the SAS. During his time in the special forces, Billy achieved promotion to Squadron Sergeant Major, and has completed operations across the globe. After leaving the SAS, Billy had a successful career as a bodyguard for celebrities including Brad Pitt & Angelina Jolie, and has gone on to star in both the UK & US series of SAS Who Dares Wins.
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@peternchlls9 2 ай бұрын

55:21

@jerryoshea3116 29 күн бұрын

Charlie Magri fought as a Flyweight,out of the Repton Club in Bethnal Green rd! And Johnny Owen fought Lupe Pinto for his Bantamweight Title in L.A and was k/o in the 12Rnd & fell into unconsciousness & a Coma and died!

@oleksandrsereda9712 8 ай бұрын

Big respect to Phil and Billy from Ukraine's 53rd Brigade! SAS guys are true legends here too. The embodiment of professionalism and honor. Would love to see Phil here with us filming a doc like the one he did on fighting ISIS.

@vToneehh 7 ай бұрын

Stupid war, fight your own battle

@solaireastora5394 7 ай бұрын

@@vToneehhnah

@cal401 6 ай бұрын

@@vToneehhbanana 😂

@ycanionlyevafind1sok 4 ай бұрын

Big respect for your fight!

@Gunmannn. 4 ай бұрын

@@vToneehhhahahahaha facts

@danielwithington3106 9 ай бұрын

The chat between genuine mates are the best podcasts

@bigsmoke5219 8 ай бұрын

Good to see big Phil’s got his own channel going. This was brilliant, more of this please. Would also like to see content around gear, boots, ration packs etc.

@jerryoshea3116 8 ай бұрын

@@ForceRadioHQ I assume u have heard of Christian Craig head ( formerly of the SAS).He received a lot of attention over here ,( there not shy about their adoration for their 'Heroes' over here!) And a Story about aSgt in the SEALS Eddie Gallagher..( his story might be of personal interest to u)

@peterbalac1915 2 ай бұрын

I've a mate ex regiment he said the yanks supplied them with kit in Iraq , speaks very highly of them .

@budte 8 ай бұрын

My father was an MOD Police sergeant at the base in Hereford in the 80s and 90s. He told me next to nothing, but I remember asking him about people getting into the base. He said they couldn't really stop them getting in, but he didn't fancy their chances of getting out again - one of the few times my Dad cracked a smile that bordered on a laugh.

@evie-roseclayton158 8 ай бұрын

Makes you sleep better at night knowing men like these two are protecting our country, the British SF and armed forces most under funded, but still the best in the world at what they do

@neilmilner7074 8 ай бұрын

Absofuckinglutely

@JohnSmith-le5oe 3 ай бұрын

These guys are Government thugs, protecting the establushment that enslaves bith them and their fellow countryfolk. They do not protect you, the breed hate that in the glibal village returns as terror.

@michaelchong6222 Ай бұрын

Absolutely brilliant chat with two great men 👌

@kevcard1599 Ай бұрын

Fantastic stuff guys.. I wished id have pursued my military career more

@chris-hz1pc 4 ай бұрын

Bill and Phil ( which should be a travel documentary) have helped me tremendously in my life, in dealing with self doubt, alcohol and ptsd. These men continue to serve us with there advice and stories. Hats off to both of them. Legends and heroes

@ForceRadioHQ 4 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for the support!

@SuperVesuvius 4 ай бұрын

Bill and Phil. Nice ring to it. Good idea man!

@FutureArnoldIWish 7 ай бұрын

Absolutely over the moon that Phil has his own podcast! Congratulations and thank you for your service!

@ForceRadioHQ 7 ай бұрын

Much appreciated!

@chrisspurs 8 ай бұрын

Two legends just shooting the breeze! A big big Thank you for your service lads much love and respect ❤️

@davidabraham945 8 ай бұрын

2 legends! Thank you both for everything you've done and are doing.

@DrCrabfingers 8 ай бұрын

The more I hear about the SAS guys the more I admire them. I have a friend who was SF and he spends his time helping poor Indians in Southern India...this may surprise some people who think SAS guys are macho killers....Macho killers are Hollywood....I'm so proud of the SF mindset in the UK....these guys are driven by conscience and a skill set....

@onepunchflan3071 6 ай бұрын

Thinking soldiers

@ashleygoggs5679 4 ай бұрын

SF are the definition of protect and serve. I dont see why they wouldnt continue after the fact.

@shrishtichaturvedi4813 2 ай бұрын

What do you mean helping poor Indians

@pauljones8218 2 ай бұрын

@@shrishtichaturvedi4813 like he said helping poor indians

@shrishtichaturvedi4813 2 ай бұрын

@@pauljones8218now Britishers are becoming poor

@minidec4657 8 ай бұрын

That was one of the most inspirational hours of my 50 year life. Thank you

@rammitt 7 ай бұрын

Great to see 2 legends talking about life in and out of the regiment. Grounded and with humility... absolute respect.

@davidisere123 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for your service. Both of you. Tremendous role models 👍

@GIZALARF 8 ай бұрын

Absolutely brilliant. You are a natural Phil. Mark was the epitome of a fantastic interviewee and you the interviewer....fluid and always having the listener hanging onto everything that is being told and everything being asked. Respect to you both for everything that you have done 👍👍

@andrewdavies3584 8 ай бұрын

What a fantastic podcast. It's great to get a flavour of the shared culture experiences you both went through. Been a big fan of the Reg since a child and now an old sod. You guys are made differently. We need more of your kind especially now. Men's men.

@mediapartners9950 8 ай бұрын

Banging video. Love hearing these two just chatting away talking about their time in and their experiences. More please.

@philardern6923 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for that big man. I could listen to Billy for hours

@FutureInvestmentsBullion 8 ай бұрын

Absloutley loved this. So genuine. Two legends of the S.A.S! - I can't wait to read Billy's book.

@martinh3506 8 ай бұрын

Loved that, great watch ,two extraordinary guys. Glad phil is on the up and looks like your doing good. Thanks for everything those two have done.

@tonybooy9807 9 ай бұрын

Absolutely brilliant podcast... I had things to do but 5 mins in to this, and had to finish watching. Top men.

@wotarush1 8 ай бұрын

Just great could listen to you guys for hours , thanks to your service as well

@fowler957 8 ай бұрын

Put this on in the background whilst working from home. As an ex-mil this was a breath of fresh air to listen to. Much appreciated.

@stuartsmith-hutchon8356 8 ай бұрын

Two heroes. Thank you.

@davidgrimes2946 8 ай бұрын

Fantastic, great episode Phil. Love listening to you, and Billy as well. I bet he was great to have as a Sargent. Billy's live shows are great and would recommend them to anyone.

@sja9836 7 ай бұрын

Brilliant. And love the sign off: Always a little further.Pair of Legends.

@jonathanfoster1270 8 ай бұрын

Remarkable and dynamic men, I give my thanks for their service.

@Craigloves1987 8 ай бұрын

Two hero legends . Fantastic show and so inspirational . Thanks you for your service. Makes me proud to be British knowing guys like you are out there protecting us.

@danielmarshall4587 8 ай бұрын

OH YES PLEASE I will me making time to take this in. Thank you both for this.

@Ceilliau 8 ай бұрын

fantastic thankyou so much for this. it is also important to see the respect and comradeship. in a batshit crazy world we this really rejuvinates my faith in humanity!

@stephenbrooks7166 8 ай бұрын

Best interview I've seen of these two. Brilliant channel big Phil, and Brilliant chat Billy. 👏

@BoxheadHakx 8 ай бұрын

As a natural born Floridian, I can relate to so many warriors like Billy, and others on this channel. I can't believe I stumbled on this GEM of a channel. Thank you for documenting so many incredible interviews with extraordinary individuals. Much love from Australia in America.

@Dallco83 7 ай бұрын

You mean as supposed to those unnatural born floridans ?!

@marts5555 8 ай бұрын

Brilliant interview, looking forward to seeing your content as a big military history lover, thanks again guys.

@OAKROADSKETCHES 8 ай бұрын

That's a cracking conversation.. thank u both for your service

@user-rp5vx2pb9i 8 ай бұрын

I absolutely love the British and UK dark sense of humor and making jokes in the middle of danger. They are exceptional and stoic warriors.

@Robs.Outdoors 7 ай бұрын

Thank you both fir everything you have done and a great future to you both

@andrewmurrell4962 7 ай бұрын

I could listen to you two talk all day, You both have such interesting stories and work so well together. And thankyou both for your service to Queen and Country, we all owe our lives and our freedom to men like you. Thankyou 🙏

@ForceRadioHQ 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for listening

@rhymetimeuk 8 ай бұрын

You’re a natural interviewer, Phil, really enjoyed this and looking forward to more!

@sumo1756 7 ай бұрын

Love it guys. Been showing these vids to my teenage sons, very inspiring and they need to hear things like this. My late Brother was a Gordon Highlander for many years. All the best👍

@ForceRadioHQ 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for your support, more SF podcasts to come!

@paulstratton3712 8 ай бұрын

Really enjoying watching this chat as it brings back lots of memories, although not quite the same as yours. I joined the Royal Signals aged 17 in 1979, and after 2 years trade training, I was posted to 9 Signals Regiment at Ayios Nikolaos in Cyprus, and I was there at the same time that you referred to with the PLO attacks against the British bases. Also having been in Cyprus during the Falklands War, I later went on a Spanish course and did my first Detachment to the Falklands in August to December 1984, and the second from October 1986 to February 1987. In May 1985 I did the first of 4 trips to Belize, where for me, as R. Sigs and later Int Corps, I was fortunate to avoid the jungle as I served at APC and up at Cooma Cairn in the Mountain Pine Ridge area. I don't know how true it was, but I remember hearing a story about the Paras "sorting out" a bar that a Belizean had stupidly named the "Exocet".

@robertashcroft5846 8 ай бұрын

Very good episode. The disaster relief efforts were inspiring to listen to. Two great personalities. Phil, good to see you've binned those pyjamas you wore at the C2R charity event....stay safe and well.

@dylanhughes7734 Ай бұрын

What a brilliant podcast! 2 warriors that had mutual respect. But more than anything both down to earth lads done well. Worked hard and saved many lives. Respect 🙏

@danielosullivan7940 8 ай бұрын

Always love watching these videos, great content, keep up the good work Phil 👌

@napoleonblown_appart1942 8 ай бұрын

Great to hear stories from the guys who've been at the pointy end of the action and come out the other end, wow what to do after all that training and tough missions etc, what knowledge you guys must have to pass on, nice one.

@CraigEdmunds-gy7tt 7 ай бұрын

Absolute respect to these two legends. I served in 2 rrf in from 1992-2004 we provide a security cordon for a 22 sas operation in banja Luka Bosnia July 1997..it was a honour to be part off that security cordon for them. I'm also from a council estate in Walsall. Guys up most respect and look after yourselves. God bless Craig

@ForceRadioHQ 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for your support Craig, we hope you become a follower of our channel!

@snowflakemelter1172 5 ай бұрын

I once held a mess tin an SAS guy had touched only hours before.

@me-cq7wv 7 ай бұрын

As much as I admire these guys, The average bloke on the st that kept a house over his family's head and gets up day in day out to go to work in the pissing rain, snow, wind and then gets home to take the kids to sports when he is knackered etc is just as high in my eyes as these guys

@vinniemmmm 5 ай бұрын

Well said.

@davidmt23 Ай бұрын

Yes but it's the like of these men that allows us to do those things

@jongreen6422 6 ай бұрын

Thankyou both for your service both legend s and both respected

@ForceRadioHQ 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@silverbackakasherby2033 Ай бұрын

I'm just happy to live in a place that has you unknowns walking around in it. You are all heroes and my local regiment makes me exceptionally proud. Thankyou

@ForceRadioHQ Ай бұрын

That's so kind, thanks for sharing

@arniea1976 8 ай бұрын

What a great interview, thanks gents👌

@inspectorclouseau3880 8 ай бұрын

What an amazing pod cast between two great guys

@phil290777 4 ай бұрын

Wow, what an absolute amazing story. The only podcast I’ve listened to in full from start to finish.

@ForceRadioHQ 4 ай бұрын

Wow, thank you for watching!

@scotsbob2710 8 ай бұрын

Fantastic Guys . Thank you.!

@dawnjackson1437 2 ай бұрын

Another great interview phill always love listening to Billy’s stories 💜

@TacBlades 8 ай бұрын

Absolutely fascinating interview, loved it.

@01ianca 8 ай бұрын

Great podcast Billy is an absolute hero 👍🏻

@OfficialSituation 7 ай бұрын

Love that you've got this channel mate, big inspiration

@ForceRadioHQ 7 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoy it!

@daniellowrie7294 8 ай бұрын

You guys are awesome, stand firm gents ✌️

@andyjohnson1141 9 ай бұрын

Another belter of a conversation!

@mattperry3364 8 ай бұрын

Brilliant interview! Onwards and upwards! 👍🏻🇬🇧

@silverbackakasherby2033 Ай бұрын

Billy thanks for your service mate

@ForceRadioHQ Ай бұрын

Thanks for your support!

@chrishutton-ce3ch 7 ай бұрын

life is short do the best you can while you can great interview

@remo5121 7 ай бұрын

Big love from Manchester - I think the SAS guys open up with geezers that have been through similar career paths, much more enticing! You can see Mr Billingham really open up

@Dazza19746 8 ай бұрын

Great podcast, I love listening to Billy I always remember his story about the song ‘ nothings gonna break my stride’ when tabbing. I use it today at work, get my arse in gear Thanks 🙏

@christull6572 8 ай бұрын

Great to see the both of you Phil great channel mate!

@user-yt9ke5bc7t 8 ай бұрын

Made up for you phil wish you all the success with the new podcast brother.💂‍♂️

@davidc4408 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for your service to the UK guys🎉

@ForceRadioHQ 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for your support!

@Mike.Strutter 8 ай бұрын

Where did this come from. As ex army who did loved all of this this is gold . Thanks.

@Lee-kr2jd 7 ай бұрын

Great interview, Billy is probably one of the best, if not the best, British soldier that have served in the armed forces. What eye-opening career he has had. This guy needs to be knighted for his service. Great stuff 👍

@ForceRadioHQ 7 ай бұрын

Arise Sir Billy!

@Lee-kr2jd 7 ай бұрын

💯 % Billy should knighted for a 16 year old boy from a council estate in Wolverhampton with no education to join the armed forces to then working his ass off from a private showing gut and determination in the para to then becoming RSM of the SAS what mind-blowing achievement. To be honest, Phil, I respect you and everyone that has served in the SAS, your all special breed of men. Same with the SBS, I salute you all.

@Be-lucky-my-friend 6 ай бұрын

Myself and 4 ex service men have recently been to watch billy,s uk tour on stage in Truro Cornwall. Fantastic night out.

@Ued3b 2 ай бұрын

I was there too, Hall for Cornwall. Loved every minute of it! I left the forces in 1990 and still miss it.

@garysoutar451 7 ай бұрын

Most amazing guys I ever met. Was at Gillingham Kent.

@daveb1223 7 ай бұрын

The legend has got his own channel! Look forward to catching up on this.

@ForceRadioHQ 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for the support, we hope you enjoy our other content!

@ChevyPPV14 17 күн бұрын

Yes. What a great guest !

@NK-dl2nc Ай бұрын

Brilliant to hear your story mate. So many parallels I relate to. Wish I'd joined the military but when younger never thought I could deal with the discipline. At 57 I now realise how disciplined I am in my life and work. I have lucky enough to have worked indirectly with the military via companies providing equipment to our forces. Ultimate respect for you guys and I just hope my efforts have in some way have contributed to you guys 👍

@ForceRadioHQ Ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@magnusnilson7162 8 ай бұрын

Great pod there guys! much appreciation from Sweden.

@huwstephens1636 2 ай бұрын

agree with so much discussed,absolutely fantastic,respect

@ForceRadioHQ 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@Rattagun46 6 ай бұрын

Two Ex Blades having a good old chat 👏 Billy is the kind of fella you would follow anywhere🏴‍☠️

@ForceRadioHQ 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@charlotteking5628 Ай бұрын

I’ll be so real I can relate to mark I was getting into trouble every other day not living with my parents growing up in care then being moved hostel to hostel Wanted to go into the military but unfortunately couldn’t due to a medical condition but that hasn’t stopped me changing my life around, I now have 2 kids but I wish I was atleast able to give it a shot I know your health matters but I wanted to dedicate myself to somthing that matters but I’m glad men like this exists they are living legends and a inspiration to to this new generation of young men and women total respect for mark and Phil and thank you for your service ❤️

@iantillett7402 2 ай бұрын

change one person... my best moment.... great talk guys.......

@AndyPreston-kz5dq 8 ай бұрын

Absolute warriors

@nixonsmateruby1 4 ай бұрын

I love being British. My dad was a soldier and I was born on catterick in the 70s and I got a slap if I stepped out of line and truthfully I wouldn't like to be growing up now. So many kids now are really really dumb. Thanks for your service.

@ForceRadioHQ 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@JohnSmith-le5oe 3 ай бұрын

Your dad would be inside now, getting a slap from some of his neighbours. Slapping kids is child abuse.

@joejohnson1976 3 ай бұрын

A slap on the butt or around the lug-hole has never done me any harm in my 70 years' life - punching and kicking etc is child abuse@@JohnSmith-le5oe

@johndillon5290 7 ай бұрын

Such respect for you guys. I remember in the Falklands when a couple of SBS came on board our ship, I remember thinking 'thank f*ck they are on our side'.

@barryrahn5957 7 ай бұрын

Billy you have a good heart - love your outlook.

@simonwelch1664 7 ай бұрын

Two legends !

@gavinchia5841 6 ай бұрын

Great interview. Thanks for that.

@ForceRadioHQ 6 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@Itsukjay 6 ай бұрын

Big respect

@imchrisme5514 8 ай бұрын

Who else discovered this and said no way it’s big Phil! Like you know him? 😅. Great guy + Great guests = Great Channel!

@jases2793 8 ай бұрын

Great podcast Phil and what a great gust Billy is ..Airborne brotherhood

@Treeesmith 25 күн бұрын

Thanks bruvs, loved it

@ForceRadioHQ 25 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching

@translunar1 8 ай бұрын

Great discussion from two British Army legends and Phil is an excellent, natural interviewer!

@robertdeakin2428 5 ай бұрын

Had the pleasure of spending time at a function in StHelens were PHil was guest speaker, listening to his stories led me to start reading about the SAS, totally in awe what these guys put themselves through to get what the want to do. Found this pod cast now so i can listen to regular. Hats of to all military personnel who put themselves in arms way to look after us.

@ForceRadioHQ 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for listening! 😁

@edwardodonnell6857 8 ай бұрын

Really honest guy Billy he could easily have buried his past but didn’t and that gives hope to young guys who may come from a disadvantaged background perhaps got into a few scraps brush with the law.Billy/Phil/Peter Mc Aleese Andy McNab all likely lads who could easily have took the wrong path instead joined the army became men really made the grade they are all legends of the SAS.

@Sidney1WG 8 ай бұрын

I remember Johnny Owen. Loved the guy.

@jamestanner1564 5 ай бұрын

Wow that's pretty amazing Billy brought up Johnny there's a statue in Merthyr of him, proper man of a time forgotten 😊

@davidhemmings3230 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for the story on Johnny owen the matchstick man. Keep the name alive, the man is a welsh legend !

@ForceRadioHQ 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@JohnSmith-le5oe 3 ай бұрын

Johnny Owen was a great Welshman. Was good to hear Billy mentiining him, keeping his memory alive. Charlie Magri too and Minter.

@pauljones8218 2 ай бұрын

@@JohnSmith-le5oe rip johnny boy gutted when that happened

@chrishill1887 7 ай бұрын

Total respect 👍🇬🇧🇦🇺

@vanlifenomad 8 ай бұрын

Great to see you knocking the timber off Phil, id the same problem with reach to the old ring!! down about 20kg so far, good interview

@kaltonian 5 ай бұрын

I'm sorry to give you this name Billy cuase i know you will refuse it but here goes... "Legend"....your dedication to your work & effort you put into your charity's is admirable m8, Thank you for sharing parts of your life Billy.

@ForceRadioHQ 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching! 💪🏻