Eddie Gilmour built one of the UK's leading luxury security businesses, growing it from a start-up venture into a £9 million operation protecting high-profile clients, luxury retailers, VIPs and valuable assets across the country.

But behind the success lies a story of sacrifice, resilience and relentless determination.

Raised in a tough environment, Eddie joined the Royal Marines before embarking on a distinguished career as a detective, specialising in covert surveillance, organised crime investigations and national security. After nearly two decades in policing, he took the risk of leaving behind a secure career to build a business of his own. The journey was far from easy. The 2008 financial crisis devastated his first venture, forcing him to rebuild from scratch. Years of pressure, financial uncertainty and constant travel took a heavy toll, contributing to two heart attacks while growing the company. Throughout it all, he remained driven by a desire to provide for his family and create something lasting for the next generation.

Today, alongside his son and daughter, Eddie leads a highly respected security business staffed by former Special Forces operators, detectives and security professionals.

As the company enters its next phase of growth, he reflects on entrepreneurship, leadership, family, health, and the lessons learned from spending a lifetime operating in some of the most demanding environments imaginable.

This is the story of Mr Eddie Gilmour.

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Every Friday Dodge gets interviewed by Co-Host Mark Masters (You Are The Media).

Dodge and Mark get into owning your relationships in business. Dodge talks about why he's kept the same phone number since 1995, why he's never sent an email in 30 years, and how your phone can open more doors than you think. The difference between chasing attention and building real connections and why your contacts are yours to keep. Practical, honest, and a reminder that the simplest things in business are often the most powerful.

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Charlie Robert "Big Stacks" became an internet sensation after a joke video declaring himself the "UK's Hardest Man" spiralled into a viral phenomenon. What started as comedy quickly attracted fighters, influencers and millions of viewers, turning him into one of social media's most recognisable characters.

But behind the viral clips lies a troubled past. Growing up on a council estate, Charlie spent years involved in crime, violence and prison, accumulating dozens of arrests and multiple jail sentences before eventually deciding to change direction. Now focused on boxing, content creation and building a better future, he reflects on the lessons learned from a chaotic upbringing, the pressures of internet fame, and his ambition to use his experiences to help others avoid the mistakes he made.

This is the eventful life of Charlie Robert "Big Stacks"

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Dodge and Mark get into why telling your real story, the hard parts, the chaos, the moments you nearly lost everything - is the most powerful thing any business owner can do. Dodge talks about why people hold back, why dropping the front builds more trust than any polished post, and why the ones who just kept showing up even when people were laughing, are the ones who made it. A straight talking episode for anyone who thinks their story isn't worth telling.

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Mike Bates opens up about two decades spent on the frontline of Britain’s counter-terror operations - from the aftermath of 7/7 and the Manchester Arena bombing to covert surveillance, terror networks, and life inside one of the country’s most secretive worlds. Living a double life, Mike reflects on the pressure of stopping attacks before they happened, the psychological toll of the job, and the brutal realities he witnessed during the war on terror.

But behind the mission was a man battling trauma, identity, and loss. Mike speaks openly about nearly losing his son, leaving the world that defined him, rowing solo across the Atlantic for charity, and the legal battle surrounding the release of his book. It’s a powerful look at service, resilience, sacrifice, and the cost of living in the shadows.

This is the eventful life of Mr Mike Bates.

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Dodge and Mark dig into one of the biggest questions in business right now - if AI can do everything, what makes you valuable? From cringing at ChatGPT CVs to the real story of how Olly's bravery in a room changed everything, Dodge gives his straight talking take on why your personality, your presence and your ability to truly connect with people is the one thing no algorithm will ever replace. In a world where the work is getting easier, the effort is shifting to how you show up - and that, says Dodge, is your biggest business move.

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Kevin Viles opens up about the journey that took him from painting ships and taking risks abroad to building relationships inside the world of billionaires, investors and multi-billion-pound superyacht companies.

From working on naval frigates and ferries to landing life-changing opportunities in Dubai, Kevin reflects on the graft, hustle and instincts that helped him break into one of the most exclusive industries in the world.

But behind the business deals and luxury lifestyle was a story shaped by pressure, loyalty, setbacks and sacrifice. Kevin speaks honestly about sleeping rough, taking jobs that didn’t feel right, raising millions in funding, and the emotional weight that comes when business and personal relationships become intertwined. He shares stories of travelling the world, building close bonds that became like family, navigating high-stakes negotiations, and learning how quickly trust can be tested when serious money is involved.

He also reflects on the friendships and mentors that changed his life, the moments that nearly broke him, and the mentality it took to keep moving forward when everything was uncertain. From teenage fundraising events and humble beginnings to the pressure of scaling major projects and chasing global opportunities, it’s a raw look at ambition, resilience, brotherhood and what it really costs to build something from nothing.

This is the eventful life of Kevin Viles.

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Every Friday Dodge gets interviewed by Co-Host Mark Masters (You Are The Media).

Dodge and Mark answer questions from listeners tackling the real pressures of building a business right now, from staying true to yourself as things grow, to whether a business plan actually matters, to knowing when to go all in and quit your job. Dodge gives his straight talking take on why curiosity and speed beat any plan, why being uncomfortable means you're on the right track, and why looking after your mind is the most underrated thing any business owner can do right now.

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