Apache Pilot Turned CIA Officer | Ryan Fugit | Ep. 123

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  • Опубликовано: 26 авг 2024
  • Before becoming the host of Combat Story, Ryan served in the Army as an Apache attack helicopter pilot and then joined the CIA where he became an ops officer.
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Комментарии • 106

  • @Kwgpodcast
    @Kwgpodcast 2 года назад +126

    I retired from the Army in 2018 and I just yesterday admitted to a VA counselor that I have PTSD and I am finally going to start treatment. Watching these podcasts really helped me admit my issues

    • @ib3scope
      @ib3scope 2 года назад +7

      Look-into/consider Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT), EMDR therapy and Transcranial Megnetic Stimulation! I'm not a veteran myself, but come from a medical family, and have heard decent things regarding these specific treatments for vets w/ P.T.S.D.

    • @SavageHenry0311
      @SavageHenry0311 2 года назад +4

      Strong work, man!
      It's a very, very hard road. Fortunately, all you have to do is not quit and you'll be successful.
      To add to the "light at the end of the tunnel":
      In a few years, when you've gotten your shit wired tight, you're going to start noticing a bunch of other vets around you who need help. By doing this, you are scouting the path for them, and building credibility. You will soon have the opportunity to show them a path towards getting better.
      Keep that in mind if your path gets hard in the next few months/years. It's not just you - there are thousands of dudes like you and me out there. If some of us can get better, we can turn around and give a hand to guys who are worse off - like negotiating a wall on an O Course.

    • @michaelbryant8757
      @michaelbryant8757 2 года назад +4

      A problem shared, is a problem halved.
      Best of all fortunes to you.

    • @glenstevens8174
      @glenstevens8174 2 года назад +2

      @@ib3scope Took me 18 years to get it, things will change for you, keep up the work.

    • @hammstah9578
      @hammstah9578 2 года назад +2

      Addressing openly for the first time is the hardest step. You've got this!

  • @ggarr91
    @ggarr91 2 года назад +10

    I love seeing Ryan talk about something in the past like smiling rambling about a story or specific incident that he’s clearly enjoying talking about and then come back to reality and straighten up returning to the original question 😂

  • @Ronin_72
    @Ronin_72 2 года назад +18

    I'm here to stay connected to the veteran community. I served in the marine corps and deployed to Afghanistan. I didn't do much but I have my fair share of problems and I definitely feel like others have had it worse.
    And I work with a guy (same building different department) that was a 160th crew chief.

    • @MFKR696
      @MFKR696 2 года назад

      Just a friendly FYI... Change your name... There's already a Ronin (Tu Lam), and you definitely ain't him lol.

  • @travisleemusictx
    @travisleemusictx Год назад +3

    I'm so glad I found this, because Ryan always so casually mentions "I was an attack helicopter pilot and CIA operative over a 15 year career" and just stops and moves on and I keep listening to his channel going HOW CAN YOU JUST BRUSH OVER THAT AND NOT SPILL 😂

  • @welikethemetals445
    @welikethemetals445 2 года назад +11

    I was in Helmand back in 10’ and 11’ and had CAS from apaches on several occations while on patrol. AH-64 and A-10 is the definition of force multipliers for a guy on the ground - we love those dudes. Great interview!

  • @berryreading4809
    @berryreading4809 2 года назад +44

    The crossover we've been waiting for 🙏 now just get Ryan to give you some audio upgrade advice 😉😆👍

  • @ClintonCaraway
    @ClintonCaraway 2 года назад +16

    Ryan has interviewed characters like Shrek and Gravy... .... but I have always wanted to hear his "Combat Story"!!
    He has a great channel....
    He is a interviewer extraordinaire.... as good as Ritland...
    So.... send it!!

  • @radpantz2472
    @radpantz2472 2 года назад +15

    Combat stories is in my top 3 favorite shows. You guys kick ass too. Thank you for you're services.

  • @littlebits6231
    @littlebits6231 2 года назад +5

    So glad to finally hear Ryan's story after watching all his interviews of other people on his channel

  • @jonathanr5238
    @jonathanr5238 2 года назад +3

    Loving the Winchester reference. I was UK J2, posted in Afg to FOB Oulette. You guys were Winchester'ing your Cobras pretty much every hour of every day.

  • @spytown77
    @spytown77 2 года назад +3

    Such amazing people have served our great country! God Bless 🇺🇲

  • @Deadly_fox512
    @Deadly_fox512 Год назад +1

    2 things ground guys love to hear is the "brrrrrrttt" of an a10, and the chop of the blades of an apache.

  • @F3PIZZA
    @F3PIZZA 2 года назад +10

    FUCK YES! My two favorite military shows.
    Edit: All three of you are nerds and I fucking love it. (It’s technically 4 of you, I see you D)

  • @prepperbr
    @prepperbr 2 года назад +2

    Ryan seems to be a really cool guy

  • @WheelchairOperator
    @WheelchairOperator 2 года назад +5

    Damn! A couple of my top podcasts coming together for a crossover! This is awesome!

  • @TheSkinnyTwig
    @TheSkinnyTwig 4 месяца назад

    I was an Apache Crew Chief. On the subject of experiences and PTSD, it’s definitely relative. I definitely struggled a lot when I got home and I had to get myself help. My behavior was very much driven by extreme anxiety and depression.
    I talk with a lot of veterans from all walks of life and when you drop those titles and ego built from belonging to separate communities, you can really relate to any of them. Doesn’t matter what you were and what you did, we all deal with the same sort of conditions.
    I didnt really talk about certain things at first until a therapist told me I should-just to let it out and decompress. Now I’m a pretty open book but I try to just keep it antidotal and intend to not make myself seem as someone special. Just sharing stories and sentiments to help ease my mind. And it helps a lot to listen to other stories or interviews of other veterans.

  • @MMpaintedpalm30
    @MMpaintedpalm30 2 года назад +3

    This was a great interview! Also, I really liked what Dave said about selection.
    "This is just the commute to get to my job."
    -Dave

  • @av8tore71
    @av8tore71 Год назад +2

    The fix-wing aircraft is a civilian version of the King Air 350 which is what my son is going now

  • @Mosey410
    @Mosey410 2 года назад +4

    I listen to The Team Room and Combat Stories along with SOG Cast , Joko , and others . I love the crossover between shows and when the interviewer becomes interviewee. Keep up the solid work guys.
    Your doing important work.

    • @Mosey410
      @Mosey410 2 года назад +2

      PS
      My Pop Pop was in the 120th of the 30th infantry and fought threw Europe making staff Sargent and receiving a Silver Star with OLC Bronze Star and Purple Heart from Mortain France. I was lucky to here his stories and have them written down . But my cousins nephews and younger family never got to here them from him in his Baltimore drawl with a cigarette and Martini recount getting hit by tank shrapnel and being surrounded at Mortain.I wish he had had the chance to be interviewed by other veterans. He always said that most books were usually written by Generals and the only general he ever saw up front was killed during operation Cobra . Cheers guys and thanks again. 🥃🍻

  • @vanishroach
    @vanishroach 2 года назад +2

    Awesome podcast! My admiration for аll three of you for your humbleness, simplicity and sincerity.

  • @toddnicoll9711
    @toddnicoll9711 Год назад +1

    I've watched a lot of Ryans podcasts and almost every one l've thought to myself that l want to see his Combat Story. He has diffent style of interiew. Thanks for having him on.

  • @raymcpadden3542
    @raymcpadden3542 2 года назад +14

    great show - Ryan, Dave and Jack are amazing

    • @pookiewhite3289
      @pookiewhite3289 2 года назад +5

      Don't forget...you're amazing too Ray.

  • @ronaldhudson6560
    @ronaldhudson6560 Год назад

    I just happened to find this site. Great discussion by professionals who have been there. Old retired Soldier here, Quang Tri Province, RVN, 3/70-3/71, FA whole career. STAY SAFE!

  • @QuizKing2000
    @QuizKing2000 2 года назад +1

    So great to see two of my favourite podcasts coming together. All you guys do amazing work with these. Thank you

  • @neilmcmanus3727
    @neilmcmanus3727 4 месяца назад

    This is an excellent presentation with the details of the process and operations, Mr. Fugit has excellent recall .....

  • @jeremycaraway950
    @jeremycaraway950 2 года назад +5

    You guys need to get Andy stumpf on here or go on his podcast.

  • @michaelmcmanus5196
    @michaelmcmanus5196 2 года назад

    Just found this channel via Combat Story. Now two awesome channels to listen to living history.
    Glad someone interviewed Ryan and he’s able to tell his view of the military world.

  • @timbroderick4454
    @timbroderick4454 2 года назад +3

    Great interview! Big fan of Ryan’s podcast.

  • @matthewmontana8839
    @matthewmontana8839 2 года назад +2

    Great job to all 3 of you! And, great job on the interview with Dave on combat story. My two favorite shows!

  • @Deadly_fox512
    @Deadly_fox512 Год назад +1

    It would've been cool to know more about the different personality types of the different helicopter pilots. Lol

  • @dermotleslie3610
    @dermotleslie3610 2 года назад +4

    Hi from South Africa

  • @WeniesOfws
    @WeniesOfws Год назад

    i LOVE PILOTS JOBS hosts

  • @drdpd4855
    @drdpd4855 2 года назад +4

    Probably one of my favorite Team House podcasts (surprisingly). It was great to hear the Combat Story from ""Combat Story". Truly one of the best Team House's, I'm usually drawn to infantry podcasts but this was great. Thanks Ryan for serving!

  • @luisarteaga6074
    @luisarteaga6074 2 года назад +3

    Stoked💯💯👍🏽👍🏽 Very articulate interview

    • @alan-dx2zf
      @alan-dx2zf Год назад

      Has it ever occurred to you morons who take in these videos what BS they are. "Merca!" BS drives youtube.

  • @rusnsc7622
    @rusnsc7622 Год назад

    As a fan of both of your podcasts, this was a pleasure to watch. Thanks much you guys for the great podcasts but more importantly your service to our country. 🇺🇸🙏

  • @GRUFF..
    @GRUFF.. 2 года назад +2

    I was In Afghanistan from july08 -july09 with an infantry unit. Did you ever fly to Farah?

  • @lucasmyers9795
    @lucasmyers9795 2 года назад +2

    Great interview!

  • @jamesgunnyreed
    @jamesgunnyreed 2 года назад +1

    Ive been watching Combat Story since the first few episodes. Ive always wondered what Ryan's story was.... Glad I saw the podcast with you guys and found it here... New subscriber.

  • @Jam-vj8ig
    @Jam-vj8ig 2 года назад

    Definitely one of the better shows for me. Great job guys ! Salute

  • @Kwgpodcast
    @Kwgpodcast 2 года назад +1

    My first duty stations were Vilseck and Graf. Awesome interview

  • @rationalremedies29
    @rationalremedies29 Год назад

    Love both podcasts. Thanks for interviewing Ryan. Loved this one

  • @m118lr1
    @m118lr1 Год назад

    A good one. Enjoy watching both of you podcast.

  • @b.bruster1462
    @b.bruster1462 2 года назад +7

    Great stuff. A short one - moving in covert cars from Numinayah to Scania. Bit of a firefight and over the nett is an accented voice asking if we need help - Yep. Lots of details but ended up with two Polish gunships - thanks to the Gods of V panels and designators :)

  • @av8tore71
    @av8tore71 Год назад +1

    Hey Georgetown law grad myself then 23 year career as an Army MP then retired JAG lawyer

  • @garymartin9898
    @garymartin9898 Год назад

    Awesome. I watched several of these Pod casts etc, You guys are Great!

  • @tokillthedragon
    @tokillthedragon 2 года назад +2

    On the visualization point, when I went through infantry OSUT in 2019, the Army hired sport psychologists to come in and talk to us about visualization and some other things. Unfortunately our drill sergeants called them retarded (to us, not to them) and told us not to listen to them but there's apparently an effort from the Army to teach visualization to basic Infantrymen now.

  • @gillettimages9114
    @gillettimages9114 2 года назад +1

    The Bag was shown real well in the movie w nicholas cage

  • @mattmabe2276
    @mattmabe2276 2 года назад +1

    Hey-Oooooohh! What a treat!

  • @aueyburroughs1143
    @aueyburroughs1143 2 года назад

    HIGH ANGLE GUN RUNS ARE FUN TOO WATCH.

  • @glenstevens8174
    @glenstevens8174 2 года назад +1

    @the team house - I was told I had PTSD and then I was told 2 more times I think before I started to believe and like you guys had also mentioned, there's always that "war hero" if you will that should be in your seat you feel like. Really appreciate the video.

  • @jimmer1047
    @jimmer1047 Год назад

    My nephew flies Apache helicopters! 😁 He's older now so doing less flying and more other stuff.

  • @BirdDawg1
    @BirdDawg1 2 года назад +2

    Great interview, this dude is sharp.

  • @secondgear6079
    @secondgear6079 2 года назад +1

    Damn funny, thanks for getting it done sirs

  • @TheLaff2
    @TheLaff2 9 месяцев назад

    🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation:
    00:02 🚁 *Ryan Fugit grew up overseas due to his father's State Department job, giving him a unique perspective on the world.*
    05:56 🇺🇸 *Ryan transitioned from a childhood overseas to life in the US for high school, where he noticed the contrast between first and third-world problems.*
    08:56 🌍 *Ryan's upbringing and admiration for his father's military service influenced his decision to join the Army.*
    14:15 📺 *Ryan was in Washington, D.C., when the 9/11 attacks occurred, sparking his desire to contribute to the war effort.*
    15:23 ✈️ *Ryan entered Army aviation through ROTC, attended flight school at Fort Rucker, Alabama, and had the opportunity to select his preferred aircraft, ultimately choosing the Apache helicopter.*
    34:10 🚁 *Apache helicopters were initially designed for Cold War-style operations, where they would hover above enemy positions and engage multiple targets simultaneously. However, this tactic proved ineffective in modern conflicts.*
    36:15 😳 *Fixating on targets during gun runs can lead to catastrophic accidents, even for experienced pilots. Maintaining situational awareness is crucial during combat operations.*
    37:41 🚁 *Apache helicopters typically dive toward their targets during gun runs to reduce rotor wash interference and align with the wind, allowing for more accurate shots.*
    38:43 🌐 *Aviators at the agency often wear distinctive watches, making them easily recognizable in certain settings, such as casinos.*
    41:26 🌍 *Ryan Fugit's first deployment was to Afghanistan in 2008, after being stationed in Germany. He had previously undergone infantry training to better understand ground operations and later served as an Apache pilot supporting infantry units.*
    42:51 🚁 *Attending career courses outside of your branch can provide valuable cross-pollination and learning experiences for military personnel.*
    43:58 💬 *Personal connections formed during cross-training can be crucial during combat operations.*
    47:13 🌃 *Combat situations can be extremely chaotic and challenging to differentiate between friendly and hostile forces.*
    54:12 🤯 *In the fog of war, split-second decisions and unexpected challenges can occur, even for experienced military personnel.*
    57:53 🌄 *Operating in unfamiliar and hostile terrain can lead to intense combat situations, where visibility and decision-making become critical.*
    01:03:11 🚁 *Ryan Fugit shares a harrowing experience of narrowly avoiding an enemy rocket attack while flying in an Apache helicopter.*
    01:04:21 🪖 *During a challenging mission, the Apache helicopter had to make multiple trips to rescue soldiers, requiring general officer approval due to extended flight time.*
    01:05:28 🛡️ *Ryan Fugit recounts the incredible story of an AK round hitting their fuel bladder in the Apache helicopter and the bladder's self-sealing mechanism preventing disaster.*
    01:09:52 🚀 *Ryan Fugit discusses the strong desire he had to join the CIA even after military service, eventually pursuing a career in the agency.*
    01:13:33 💼 *Ryan Fugit explains his role as a collection manager in the CIA, focusing on bridging communication gaps between different intelligence entities.*
    01:43:42 🎙️ *Ryan Fugit struggled with the transition back to civilian life after his combat tour as a helicopter pilot, grappling with PTSD and family concerns.*
    01:45:06 🤔 *Ryan dealt poorly with his post-military struggles until his wife insisted he seek help from a psychologist, highlighting the importance of seeking assistance for mental health.*
    01:50:00 ✈️ *Ryan didn't miss flying but considered getting an instructor pilot certification to teach his son to fly.*
    01:55:12 🧠 *Visualization techniques and a strong "no-quit" mentality were common themes among Tier 1 operators and other interviewees on Ryan's podcast, Combat Story.*
    02:00:10 🪙 *Combat Story has provided a valuable outlet for veterans and has unexpectedly helped people going through tough times, fostering a sense of connection to the veteran community. Ryan plans to continue this work and eventually explore interviews with intelligence professionals.*
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  • @F3PIZZA
    @F3PIZZA 2 года назад +4

    Dave, watching your Combat Story right now. Hey, did you ever meet or work with Luis Elizondo?

    • @davidparke7813
      @davidparke7813 2 года назад +3

      Thanks for checking it out. And his name doesn’t sound familiar to me.

    • @davidparke7813
      @davidparke7813 Год назад +1

      @@Hawaii808_11 Not that I remember.

  • @BirdDawg1
    @BirdDawg1 2 года назад

    Legit State Department haha. The only one on any of these shows.

  • @helloharry1418
    @helloharry1418 2 года назад

    Awesome cast one of the best ive seen

  • @fixheadstrong
    @fixheadstrong 2 года назад +1

    From Thailand 🇹🇭

  • @peterlogan2105
    @peterlogan2105 2 года назад +1

    I am sorry I just discovered this channel. But now I am gladly playing catch-up. I'll take a shower eventually

  • @egres234
    @egres234 2 года назад +1

    Another great show. Thanks Ryan!

  • @jamesmterrell
    @jamesmterrell 2 года назад

    Saw your interview of Ryan Fugit.

  • @user-qh7rj9wj4p
    @user-qh7rj9wj4p Год назад

    Those attack choppers pretty good against full mountain goats. What would be their life span on the ost front right now?

    • @bennyjohn205
      @bennyjohn205 Год назад

      you're pretty good talking shit behind a keyboard and an anonymous account 🤷‍♂

  • @Zosima45
    @Zosima45 2 года назад

    I love the Intro

  • @hardenpt2522
    @hardenpt2522 2 года назад

    My two favorite podcasts. I run around all day listening to you guys. RLTW

  • @geofflo4795
    @geofflo4795 2 года назад +1

    Great show!

  • @tzebra
    @tzebra 2 года назад

    Curious as to what is on the bookshelves of both parties, and has any been read?

  • @frostbitepokin9520
    @frostbitepokin9520 2 года назад +6

    SpEcIaL oPeRaTiOns
    CoVeRt OpS

    • @sauljahboi5965
      @sauljahboi5965 2 года назад +2

      I hate that intro so much.
      Narrator doesn't have a good radio voice.

    • @jimclayron417
      @jimclayron417 2 года назад

      @@sauljahboi5965 yea that’s the only thing that needs change lol but jack and David are awesome

  • @jasongraham3453
    @jasongraham3453 2 года назад

    Any chance of an interview with Richard Marcinko? @Team House

  • @ss9922
    @ss9922 2 года назад +1

    LOTR Two Towers : Battle of Helm's Deep

  • @doggmansnapperdude3405
    @doggmansnapperdude3405 Год назад

    Can you guys do a video on the Nordstream pipeline that was done by special ops I think Norway but I’m not sure about the actual operators I know the orders came from the US but you guys know as well as me US does espionage of all sorts of things like blowing dams to destroy villages or cause chaos in countries that aren’t down with the world police.

  • @ConstContact
    @ConstContact Год назад

    Yeah white phosphorus different warhead rockets do you know coming off A-10’s 5 foot tall bad ass, hellfire missiles do you not think anyone’s paying attention to this?❤

  • @pookiewhite3289
    @pookiewhite3289 2 года назад

    Ive decided..that it's not cheating if Ryan appears on your podcast...so..I just subscribed. I'm looking forward to your future content..and I'm going to try to watch everything I missed. Nice meeting you guys.

  • @jeepdickbirgade4979
    @jeepdickbirgade4979 Год назад

    Piolets get task saturated and so can crew cheifs so we have 12 hours before we have to get an extention by the comander

  • @scr4370
    @scr4370 3 месяца назад

    👍

  • @raudijuan409
    @raudijuan409 2 года назад

    But are they “Crew Chiefs”…

  • @sablisk3570
    @sablisk3570 Год назад

    Started off good, but he was giving full of chit tales by the end

  • @johndilivio2770
    @johndilivio2770 Год назад

    How many special forces in ukraine Russian guy with gold teeth said SF are girly men

  • @alejandroolvera3242
    @alejandroolvera3242 Год назад

    I get it that sponsors make your guys’ podcast possible, but scheeezz, that was cringe guys… my 2 cents, you gotta find a more relatable way to promote the shit, to make it a bit more credible. Sorry if too blunt, but I suspect I speak for others too…

  • @lonebono6672
    @lonebono6672 Год назад

    😢😢😊b

  • @bennyjohn205
    @bennyjohn205 Год назад

    mic is way to loud

  • @GolfRemoEchoGolf2
    @GolfRemoEchoGolf2 2 года назад +4

    My two favorite RUclips channels I watch John Van Zyl too , as a kid growing up I would sneak off to the mall and hit the book store and get the latest copy of soldier of fortune magazine and read the stories of Vietnam and follow the current news and interview on the Rhodesian Bush wars..it was the reason why I joined the Army in my senior year of high school later on getting to actually meet Col Brown