Radio Check
24/7 peer support and counselling for UK Armed Forces personnel, veterans, and their families.
Because sometimes you just need to know someone's listening.
What is Radio Check?
Radio Check is a free, completely confidential mental health and peer support service built by veterans, for the UK Armed Forces community. Whether you're currently serving, a veteran, a reservist, or a family member - we're here for you, day or night.
No Names Required
Completely anonymous. No registration, no records, no impact on your service record or security clearance.
Available 24/7
Our AI Battle Buddies are always online. Human counsellors and peer supporters available during staffed hours.
Built By Veterans
Created by people who've served, who understand military culture, and who get it.
How Radio Check Helps
Whether you're struggling right now or just want someone to talk to, we offer multiple ways to get support.
AI Battle Buddies
16 AI companions with unique personalities, available 24/7 for a chat whenever you need it.
Live Chat Support
Text chat with real counsellors and peer supporters who understand military life.
Callback Service
Request a call from a counsellor at a time that suits you.
The Gym
Frankie's 12-week PTI fitness programme to build strength and mental resilience.
Self-Care Tools
Private journaling, breathing exercises, grounding techniques, and sleep tips.
Support Directory
Comprehensive database of UK veteran charities and military support services.
Meet the AI Team
16 unique AI Battle Buddies, each with their own personality and expertise. Available 24/7, they understand military culture and speak your language.
Tommy
Your Battle Buddy
Tommy is your straightforward battle buddy. A no-nonsense mate who tells it like it is, but always has your back.
Bob
Peer Support Buddy
A friendly ear when you need to talk. Bob understands military life and is here to listen without judgment.
Frankie
Physical Training Instructor
Your PTI - a former British Army Physical Training Instructor. He brings proper military fitness discipline with motivating banter.
Rachel
Criminal Justice Support
Rachel provides warm, non-judgemental support for veterans in or leaving the criminal justice system.
Rita
Family Support Specialist
Supporting the partners, spouses, parents and loved ones of veterans. Rita understands that families serve too.
Jack
Compensation Schemes Expert
Jack is ex-Royal Navy — 20 years at sea. He helps with compensation claims, AFCS, War Pensions, and hearing loss.
Margie
Addiction Support Specialist
Supporting veterans dealing with addiction - alcohol, drugs, gambling, and other compulsive behaviours. Margie understands without judgement.
Catherine
Calm & Intelligent Support
Catherine is composed, articulate, and grounded. She helps you think clearly when emotions run high.
Finch
Military Law & Legal Support
Expert in UK military law, the Armed Forces Act, and service discipline. Finch helps veterans understand their legal rights.
Baz
Support Services & Transition
Baz is an ex-Rifles infantry soldier who helps veterans navigate support services, housing, and the transition out of military life.
Megan
Women Veterans Specialist
Megan is ex-RAF MERT — a Chinook medic who flew nearly 200 missions. She specialises in supporting women veterans.
Penny
Benefits & Money Specialist
Penny is ex-Royal Navy, 15 years as a Writer. She knows the benefits system inside out — UC, PIP, Council Tax, debt advice.
Alex
LGBTQ+ Veterans Specialist
Alex is non-binary, former RAF, who served under the ban. They understand the unique journey of LGBTQ+ veterans.
Sam
Forces Kids Specialist
Sam was an Army wife for 15 years with three children. She understands school moves, deployments, and forces kids.
Kofi
Commonwealth Veterans Specialist
Kofi served 16 years in the Royal Logistics Corps. Originally from Ghana, he helps Commonwealth veterans claim their rights.
James
Faith & Spiritual Support
James was an Army Chaplain for 20 years, serving alongside soldiers of every faith. He provides spiritual care without preaching.
Meet the Founders
The team behind Radio Check - veterans and mental health advocates dedicated to supporting the military community.
Andrew "Frankie" Dunn
Founder
Andrew served 27 years in the British Army before creating Frankie's Pod: Uncorking the Unforgettable. Through podcasting and projects like Radio Check, he works to build communities where veterans can connect and support each other.
Rachel Webster
Founder
Rachel is a veteran of the British Army, having served for 24 years across operational and leadership roles. Since leaving the Army, she has remained committed to supporting the veteran community through advocacy initiatives.
Anthony Donnelly
Founder
Anthony is the founder of Zentrafuge (Labs) Limited, an AI safety and research initiative. He focuses on AI safety architecture and building systems that earn trust. Zentrafuge's safety modules are integrated into Radio Check.
Who Is Radio Check For?
Radio Check is for everyone in the UK Armed Forces community. No matter your rank, service, or situation.
Serving Personnel
Currently serving in the Regular Forces or Reserves? We're here for you. Completely confidential - no impact on your career.
Veterans
Whether you served 4 years or 24, left last month or decades ago - Radio Check supports you through transition and beyond.
Families
Partners, parents, children, and loved ones of serving personnel and veterans. Rita specialises in helping those who support others.
Why "Radio Check"?
In military communications, a "Radio Check" is a simple request to confirm someone's listening - to know you're not alone on the net.
That's what this app is about. When you're struggling at 3am, when the thoughts won't stop, when you need to talk but don't know who to call - Radio Check is your confirmation that someone's listening. You're not broadcasting into the void.
"Radio Check" - because sometimes you just need to know someone's there.
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