Dean Stott: From British Special Forces to World Record Cyclist and Mental Health Advocate | Ep. 186

In this inspiring episode of "Spartan Leadership," host Josh Kosnick talks with Dean Stott, MBE, a former member of the British Special Forces and record-setting cyclist. Dean shares his incredible journey from single-handedly evacuating the Canadian embassy in Libya to overcoming life-changing injuries and setting a world record on the Pan-American Highway.  The discussion covers Dean"s military experiences, his transition into the private security sector, his mental health advocacy, and his recent ventures into plant medicine. Listeners will gain insights into leadership, resilience, and the importance of mental well-being. 00:00 Heroic Evacuations and Personal Reflections 01:14 Introduction to Spartan Leadership Podcast 01:54 Meet Dean Stott: A Life of Resilience and Courage 03:24 Dean"s Military Upbringing and Career 05:37 Special Forces Insights and Leadership Lessons 12:15 Overcoming a Career-Ending Injury 14:48 Transitioning to Civilian Life and Private Security 20:42 The Pan American Highway Challenge 31:50 Navigating Team Dynamics and Contracts 34:22 The Role of Alana in Dean"s Journey 38:01 Fundraising Success and Alana"s Contributions 39:35 Insights into the Security Industry 44:17 Building Trust in High-Stakes Environments 47:59 Mental Health Advocacy and Plant Medicine 58:59 Future Aspirations and Legacy joshkosnick.com kairos.joshkosnick.com CONNECT WITH ME HERE: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter TikTok YouTube SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST HERE: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube