Alex Lloyd interviews 2nd Commando Regiment veteran Scott Ryder, author of FORGED IN FIRE. Scott Ryder served for 22 years with the Australian Army, including 16 years as an operator with the 2nd Commando Regiment. He served in East Timor and multiple tours of Afghanistan and Iraq. He holds numerous commendations and a Masters of Business, and he works in veteran charities to improve the lives of veterans and their families. He is the author of a newly published book, FORGED IN FIRE, a memoir that takes us inside the secretive world of the Australian commandos.  This episode was edited by Sophie Hu. Episodes referenced at the end of the podcast include:  #92 Dean Parkinson Vol II #100 Gary Wilson The Partners - Rene Wilson Life After Service: Gary & Renee Wilson #152 Peter Rudland