Single Amputee, Lee Spencer, Defines All The Odds To Become A World Record Holder
On a Mission Podcast
Ellie McKay
4.4 • 1K Ratings
🗓️ 27 November 2023
⏱️ 95 minutes
🧾️ Download transcript
Summary
In this week's episode of the On a Mission podcast, get ready to be inspired as we unravel the gripping journey of Lee Spencer, a man born in Dagenham, refined in the fires of The Royal Marines, and tested by a fate that few could imagine.
A Royal Marine with 24 years of service, Lee navigated three operational tours in Afghanistan unscathed. Now, fast forward to a roadside in Surrey where Lee's life takes an abrupt turn. A crash, an engine block, and the loss of his right leg – a stark reminder that life's curveballs don't discriminate.
But this isn't just a tale of tragedy; it's a saga of resilience. In the aftermath, Lee's Marine instincts kick in, turning a chaotic scene into a battle for survival. Imagine the grit it takes to instruct bystanders while your own life hangs in the balance. A medically induced coma, weeks in the hospital, and a gruelling rehabilitation journey follow, painting a vivid canvas of pain, recovery, and an uncertain future.
Amidst the struggle, Lee's spirit refuses to be broken. Nominated for the Pride of Britain award in 2014, he sets sail on a new horizon in 2015. Joining the Row2Recovery team, Lee embarks on a monumental row across the Atlantic – 3,000 miles, four veterans, and only three legs between them. The outcome? A record-breaking triumph that etches their names in history as the world's first physically disabled crew of four to conquer an ocean.
But Lee's journey doesn't end there. In a solo and unsupported venture, he defies the odds again, rowing from mainland Europe to mainland South America. Four Guinness World Records later, Lee Spencer, The Rowing Marine, stands as a living testament to the sheer force of human resilience.
In this On a Mission podcast episode, be prepared for a rollercoaster of emotions – the pain, the triumphs, and the unfiltered reality of a man who turned adversity into a relentless pursuit of purpose. Lee's story is not just his own; it's a mirror reflecting the indomitable spirit within us all. This is an episode that goes beyond inspiration; it's a raw and real testament to the strength that resides in the human soul.
VALUABLE RESOURCES
On A Mission - https://omny.fm/shows/on-a-mission
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/EllieMckay
Lee Spencer - https://leespencer.co.uk/
This show was brought to you by Progressive Media
Transcript
Click on a timestamp to play from that location
| 0:00.0 | You have to go to war with yourself. |
| 0:04.0 | Welcome. |
| 0:05.0 | On a mission. |
| 0:06.0 | On a mission. |
| 0:07.0 | The on a mission podcast. |
| 0:08.0 | You've got one of the best jobs in the world. |
| 0:10.0 | I have to say you've had some really astounding gas. |
| 0:12.0 | You are generally a force for good. |
| 0:14.0 | You are the truth worry. |
| 0:16.0 | Lee Spencer, welcome to the Onomition Podcast. |
| 0:19.0 | Thank you very much. |
| 0:20.0 | Thank you for having me. |
| 0:21.0 | Oh, me, so is this your first like proper podcast in the studio? |
| 0:26.0 | Yes, yes it is, yeah. |
| 0:28.0 | First time in a studio I think as well. |
| 0:30.0 | Yeah, well you've been doing more and more public speaking and sharing your incredible story, so it's brilliant to get you on this platform because yeah, there's going to be a lot to talk about. |
| 0:41.0 | I hope so. Otherwise it's going to be a really short |
| 0:44.9 | podcast, our first six minute podcast. 24 years in the Royal Marines that's a good |
| 0:50.1 | starting point. Was that always a child-toot too ambition of yours? Yeah it was right from a |
| 0:56.1 | very young age from before I can remember I always wanted to be a royal marine and I remember you know when you take your options at school you have |
| 1:05.4 | like a smally careers fair went straight up to the Royal Marine and said I want to be |
| 1:10.8 | a Royal Marine and he was a sergeant. He said he asked me were you |
... |
Transcript will be available on the free plan in -491 days. Upgrade to see the full transcript now.
Disclaimer: The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Ellie McKay, and are the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Tapesearch.
Generated transcripts are the property of Ellie McKay and are distributed freely under the Fair Use doctrine. Transcripts generated by Tapesearch are not guaranteed to be accurate.
Copyright © Tapesearch 2025.