#391: Rusty Firmin - SAS Legend Reveals All About Iranian Embassy Siege, SAS Selection, Training & More

26 Oct 2025 • 49 min • EN
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Rusty Firmin is a former British Special Forces operative best known as the Blue Team leader during the 1980 Iranian Embassy Siege in London. A highly experienced member of the SAS B Squadron, he played a pivotal role in the iconic counter-terrorism operation. Firmin also served with HQ Squadron 23 SAS as a permanent staff instructor and had earlier military service with 29 Commando Regiment Royal Artillery. In this episode, Rusty and I discuss: 0:00 The Iranian Embassy Siege 1980 14:50 SAS Now Vs Then 18:50 Britain Have The Best Special Forces In The World 25:50 SAS Leadership 30:00 Dealing With Fear & Pressure 38:30 SAS Selection 43:30 What Makes Life Worth Living? 48:00 Connect With Rusty More from Rusty: https://www.rusty-firmin.com/ Connect with us: https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter​ (Healthy, Wealthy & Wise Newsletter) https://www.Instagram.com/freedompact whttps://ww.twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com

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