Episode 7: Life After the Military – Navigating the Transition from Army Life to Civvy Street

This week, Stu (ex-Royal Engineer) and Steve (ex-Royal Tank Regiment) tackle one of the biggest challenges facing veterans today: the transition to civilian life. From finding your purpose outside the forces to the hilarious mistakes every ex-squaddie makes (yes—someone really saluted a shop assistant), this episode mixes raw honesty, squaddie banter, and practical advice.

Whether you’re just leaving the military, deep in the civvy trenches, or supporting a veteran through it—this episode is for you.

🪖 Inside This Episode:

• Civvy Icebreakers – First moments that screamed “You’re not in the Army anymore”
• Listener SITREP – True stories of identity loss, job hunt hell, and civvy howlers
• Mental & Emotional Impact – The hidden challenges of leaving the forces
• Post-Service Purpose – How veterans rediscover mission, community, and meaning
• Forces News Roundup – Updates on veteran affairs & transition support
• Muckers Remembered – A tribute to those we carry with us always
• Bravo Zulu Spotlight – Shoutout to The Poppy Factory & Forces Employment Charity for championing veteran careers

🎙️ The Muster Point Podcast brings you unfiltered veteran stories, military humour, and real talk about what happens when the uniform comes off.

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