Jason Fox - Cartels & Canoes

In this episode we chat to former Royal Marines commando, ex-Special Forces operator and star of TV’s ‘SAS Who Dares Wins’ and ‘Inside the Real Narcos’. Jason has faced some of the toughest and most dangerous situations imaginable, he’s battled enemies on the battle field and in his own mind. We speak to him about canoes, cartels and coping with fear.

Following a successful career in the Special Forces Jason is no stranger to extreme situations. In his Netflix TV documentary series ‘Inside the Real Narcos’ he comes face-to-face with some of the most dangerous drug traffickers and cartel members in the world. He gives us an insight into what it’s like behind the scenes filming for the show and talks about some of the characters he met, including the infamous Popeye, former assassin for Pablo Escobar.

Jason also chats with us about his recent trek and canoeing adventure along the length the Yukon river. From carrying too much kit to almost losing it all whilst stranded during a storm just 15km from the end of the trip. He tells us all about the challenges and rewards of the expedition. 

How does Jason focus his mind to deal with dangerous or stressful situations? He talks us through his approach to handling stress, anxiety and fear. We find out how his military training and his own experiences of PTSD have given him the tools to manage his mind under pressure.

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