True Blue Conversations - Barry Randall - Victorian Police Officer / Operation Soul Surfer Founder

G'day and welcome back to True Blue Conversations—where we sit down with the people who've served, sacrificed, and continue to give back long after the uniform comes off. Today's guest is a man who has taken a life of service and turned it into something truly special. Barry Randall is a current serving Victoria Police Officer with over 32 years of service, having seen the job from the frontline. Barry knows exactly what it means to carry the weight that comes with it—the pressure, the trauma, and the quiet battles that follow you home. But instead of walking away from it, Barry leaned in. He's the driving force behind the program Operation Soul Surf —a grassroots movement using the power of the ocean to help veterans, first responders, and anyone doing it tough find a bit of peace again. It's about saltwater therapy, connection, and reminding people they're not alone. This is a chat about service beyond the badge, about healing, and about finding purpose in helping others stand back up. Last year, in 2025, Barry won the Rotary Emergency Services Officer of the Year award. This is a raw and honest chat about serving on the frontline and the cost of protecting the community. Barry, welcome to True Blue Conversations. Presenter: Adam Blum Guest: Barry Randall Editor: Kyle Watkins

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True Blue Conversations - Barry Randall - Victorian Police Officer / Operation Soul Surfer Founder is an episode from True Blue History Podcast by Adam Blum.

This episode is 01:31:05 long.

This episode was published on May 4, 2026.

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