MICK HAWKES SAS | THE DEBRIEF | Former 22 SAS Mick Hawkes QCB
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Published 2024-05-02
Born into a military family, Mick attended 14 schools over his childhood. His dream of being a professional footballer came to an end after an unsuccessful trial with Lincoln City and he visited the careers office aged 16 to join the 1975 junior paras course. An ankle injury left him unable to perform any jumps, and Mick briefly left the army before rejoining 29 Commando. Passing SAS Selection on the second attempt, Mick went on to serve 14 years in B Squadron, and received his QCB for efforts in Northern Ireland. Mick was deployed to the UAE for the first Gulf War, and then posted to Bosnia, where he was taken prisoner. After leaving the regiment, Mick moved into corporate security, where he would carve out a 22 year career in locations like Kazakhstan and Nigeria. Mick and his daughter now run Hawkes And Co, and deliver security training for a number of sectors, including agriculture and rural crime prevention.
Mick is releasing a book in the near future, dedicated to his co-writer Nicole Johnston, who has recently passed away.
Micks Socials & Links:
Instagram: @mhawkes40
Website: www.hawkesandco.uk
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All Comments (21)
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These are the best Forces podcasts I’ve listened to. Phil is a great interviewer as he lets the guests tell their stories with just the occasional prompt. Excellent! Keep,them coming pleases.
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it does make sense Mick ! What a career...thanks for your service..
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I just love to see we old fat guys talking about our time serving. I was an RAF fast jet pilot, flying ground attack in the Jaguar , I doubt that I can get one leg over the coaming and into the cockpit nowadays, but what special memories we all share of our time working for HM the Queen. Keep it up guys.
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I was Scots Guards and nearly transferred to 40 Regt. They drank Germany dry. I ended up in the 1st Royal Tank Regiment. Just as mad for it. Retired in Thailand now and got a Goretex liver.
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A great video, I met Mick in West Africa in 2017, and he is easily fitter than about 99.9% of 30 years olds that I know. He has a wealth of knowledge and a great leader if that makes sense. Easily the best interview and video that I have seen in years. Thanks
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40 minutes in and this is already my favourite guest. 👌
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I met Mick in 1988/89 when he was on the Cdo Trg Team, I was 1 of the students-good times-1st time pass!
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Nothing has ever made as much sense in all my life- top bloke.
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Class act Phil, makes for such a great interviewer. Humble and pops in a bit of humour or his own experience but keeps it running and lets the interviewer tell their story. This channel deserves a whole lot more recognition!
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Another wonderful window into a genuinely intriguing gentleman, you SF fellas have amazing tales to tell , bravo 👏
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Another quality guest Phil and a fascinating debrief. Good luck with the book launch Mick and my condolences to you and the family of your co-writer
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Fired this up on my lunch break earlier, 20mins in had to turn off. Watch the rest later. Banging interview Phil, content superb. Mick seems like a top fella. Lads at work saying to me..."what you laughing at" Love the banter, Phil your a natural comedian. Keep em coming. I wreckon this will be best so far. 😉👍
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Spot on as always, unreal quality, you guys really are an inspirstion. Great to see that the elite are also down to eart guys.
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Fantastic interview! Great story about the lad not blowing his cover, I hope he gets to see this! Well done mate, another blinder, thank you both!
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Another fantastic interview. Probably one of the most interesting yet in my opinion. FAB.
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Mick 'If That Makes Sense' Hawkes.
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I absolutely love stories, and hearing the stories from this channel are absolutely some of the best - thanks Phil & co 👍🏽👍🏽
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Seen a few podcasts with ex sas but this has got to be the best so far, never heard of this guy before today. 😊
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By far the best podcast on YouTube Phil. Followed by Dodge. Another brilliant pod, I've heard Billy tell that story of capture recently. Keep it up mate. Makes my days pass easier when you have a new podcast to listen too.
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What a podcast! Mick was a an incredible guest and Phil a great interviewer. Thanks lads.
