I’ve never really publicly talked about this, but about 1:11:00 in is where this dude starts talking about my exact type of injuries (compartment syndrome). Had multiple fasciotomies done on both of my legs but only after it was too late. Had both of my legs amputated above the knees. It’s wild to think that PJ’s would do this type of stuff in the field on target and how much of a difference it can make. Definitely my favorite interview so far.
@@jacemiddleton3053 It nearly killed me multiple times, even in the OR once I was stabilized (flatlined a few times during the first of many emergency fasciotomies). I shouldn’t be alive, but I lucked out, I guess.
@@WheelchairOperator that’s fkn wild man. Well I’m glad you lucked out. There may be days you wish you hadn’t, but it takes a special breed to make it through things like that and share that with others. There’s somebody out there that could use your wisdom as somebody that has already made it through. So kudos to you for being strong willed bro. I almost lost my son, he was in a coma for a while. Had to relearn how to eat, walk, talk, all that jazz. And he’s 9 now. But I just see something special in guys like y’all. Cheers to you bro. Hang in there
Lots of tier 1 operators do over 10 deployments. That shows how good our tier 1 operators are . And its crazy to think around 2004 lots of Navy seals didnt think they could die in combat because they were that good
For tier 1, deployment could mean like a couple weeks operation or less, or maybe more. That's why they have so many. It's definitely not conventional lengths like 9 months to a year..like an infantry unit would do, but their deployments are at a moments notice operations that usually don't last that long. Like hostage rescue for instance... Say some American is captured at a camp somewhere in Africa or wherever... Well the tier 1 guys who go get that done, that would be considered a deployment even if it only takes a couple days... Because it is an deployment, the 6 guys who killed Osama for instance, that whole op is considered a deployment and everybody knows how long that took. They do the hardest and most dangerous sht but it's usually really quick stuff then they're back. So they have to switch on and off frequently. I know it's a little lame to say, but watch that old show "The Unit"... Believe it or not that show isn't totally accurate but it's pretty accurate to their operation tempo and the sort of stuff they do. Stuff that can make international news but you'd never know it's them.
@@Siegefya I believe 24 guys went after osama. If u mean all the men who put a bullet in him than ya. And thats makes sense !! I wouldnt argue against that. Still going on those three-1 week operations to capture a hostage or something teaches our tier 1 operations a shit ton in very little time
@@SiegefyaNot entirely true. They had a 16 month calendar where they'd spend 4 months deployed to a specific AO. Come back for 4, and do refresh training, easing into the next 16 months. That first 4 month window would also get them ready for alert their status. Training hostage rescue stuff specifically. For the Navy it'd be getting ready for the underways, pushing boats from planes, maybe otbs, etc. For the army it'd be airplanes, underground assaults, trains, etc. Then comes the 2nd 4 month window where they are actually on alert. A lot of local training that's really mundane while you get to typically go home every night. Some dudes have spent that entire 4 month alert window in some other shit hole.While other dudes might have blown out 2, 3 or even 4 times (crazy rare) within that same 4 month window. But then some dudes might not have gone anywhere at all. Then the 3rd 4 month window which is typically pre deployment training where they focus on what they can expect to see in their future deployed location. Then the 4th 4 months window is their deployment window. And then the 16 month cycle starts over and you're back in groundhog day. So with in 1x 16 month calendar you can expect to be gone 4 months guaranteed, with a possible of up to another 4 months.
@@harryhog1977 always willing to learn more, thanks for the write up and clearing some things up. Yeah that makes a lot of sense. Especially concerning their training rotations, wasn't aware of that.
My uncle was a PJ back in the late 80’s early 90’s. So, each time I see him I always try to ask as many questions as possible. It’s incredible just how intelligent these guys truly are.
Amen….but, be careful what you wish for. Being in spec-ops, in-and-of itself is by NO means a guarantee. Dan Crenshaw, with all due respect to his service, is a perfect example of that. McRaven, and McChrystal are two other examples of guys who were amazing soldiers, but politically are completely disconnected with America. Now that I think of it, Gen. Mattis is another example of that, as well.
2:21. That mission by Djibouti, I believe you guys took our mission (if it was in 2012). We were geared up, ammo passed out and loaded waiting to board the birds. They snuck SEAL/s in and they took the mission. Haha.
Excellent interview Mike. What a treat to see Chad on the Pod. PLEASE work toward having one of our CCT brothers on the Pod. Keep up the great work brother. I'm hoping the word can get out about CSAR, CCT operational capabilities and the professionalism that comes with SOCOM USAF.
Man! Chad is such an awesome human. I was a support guy at the "Mighty 24" STS with Chad. So, glad the studs of the unit are finally getting their stories out.
I’m just completely impressed more and more with Air Force special forces. If I were a young guy again I think I’d have to give their programs a serious look.
Mike my Cousin Lance Cummings retired from the teams and has continued to serve after the teams. It would be really cool too see him on your pod cast and channel one day. He also trained a bunch of guy’s in buds as well and is the most humble person I’ve ever met in my life.
My Dad told me that while stationed in TX and NM you always knew who the PJ's were because if they were outside they were running. He said it was like clockwork; they would exit the building exit the building, place cover, inspect boots, then start running.
Sending appreciation, love and prayers to everyone one of you guys. Warriors all. What a huge mission you're now on ... the freedom (at least for now!) to be able to talk about your experiences, unload, let us know who you are, what you gave, where it hurts. We're heading into intensity ... here...and globally. We're going to need your courage and knowledge, for what's coming down the pipes.
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Outstanding interview. What is consistently remarkable is when former Tier 1 guys interview another- everything is told IN CONTEXT, the level of candor is incredible, so humble about constantly learning, no glorification.. and what they understand after 10 years go by is amazing. Hearing about casualties and chronic injuries really drives home that these guys are not superhuman- they are extraordinary humans. There is no much realism to the best trained best armed teams and yet so much is a shit show for unforeseeable reasons and they improvise. Compelling AF.
A very close friend of mine who was a Ranger in the early 2000s has told me drug stories. Being doped up to stay awake for days at a time, drugs that would make them stronger and for longer, and the drugs to be able to sleep. Years later his body and mind are fried from all of the doping required to get missions done. I knew about some of the drug abuse because I was raised in a JSOC family, but never knew the finer details. Blew my mind to discover what you guys went through and how much pressure was put on SOF in general during the time in the middle east.
So it's the 27th of Dec and I just heard of the passing of Mr Marcinco, SO condolences for your community, the MAN was it ALL, heaven got a real fighter and we're gonna need him!!!
1:31:37 I can’t remember the guys name. He wrote a book about being in Team 6 during Black hawk down. He was doing sniper over watch and talked about a rancid smell that made them almost vomit. Come to find out there was a family next to their safe house. The kid had scurvy and they would go in at night like it was a hostage rescue. And squeeze lemon juice into the kids mouth. Eventually the family even started offering them tea and food. He said they never took their weapons off them because of safety. That story he told of the Somalis and their strength is dead on.
Watch the Clark Impastato interview. All he did was laugh. Legit belly rumbling laughs. I still rewatch it often when I too need a good laugh. Great interview.
Yeah and mikes interview with Navy SEAL Chris Osman part 1 and 2. Part 1 Mike laughing his fucking ass off when Chris was describing his childhood with his brother and joining the Marine Corps
Ambien is no joke, I took it after surgery once with pain killers and woke up naked in my backyard in the morning with no idea how I got there. To be clear, waking up naked in my backyard was not the problem...I mean that happens...but not remembering how I got there was a little concerning.
Mike can you please make a podcast with a SWCC operator. There the most underrated job in the special operations community. I’ve never seen a podcast with one so It would be nice for you to seek a former SWCC out.
Go check out “Combat Story”. It’s a podcast and RUclips channel and they had a long interview with a former Marine/SWCC/CIA officer Patrick Moltrup. It’s a great episode. Patrick hosts a channel with a former Marine Raider Jason Lilley, the Jason Lilley from Gen Kill.
Thank you for your service Chad. I live in Raeford by Ft Bragg and I really enjoy these stories from neighbors and friends that I have. Excellent stuff.
Great episode! Had to listen a couple times. Started listening last night and fell asleep. Had some weird combat related dreams. 😳... Anyway listened again while awake. Have a great weekend all! ✌️
Man I was in Balad when that crash happened.. I helped with that one and also saluted the bodies as they went home for the last time. That was a ROUGH time.
aswome that he gets to join in the SOF fun, jealous! mind u his training is quite tough as well. talk about "special ammo , tiny grenades n certain groups" get the juices flowin! Love how Mike pushed for a dog story but curious that chad kind of passed....
I was sitting in a classroom at Lackland when an NCO came in and asked if anyone wanted to try out for Pararescue. I had a guaranteed slot as a 431X1 Aircraft Maintenance and I didn't think they would let me out of it. One of the biggest regrets of my life was not raising my hand. I was physically fit enough but probably not mentally tough enough. Great interview.
About an hour out from finishing . . . amazing episode. Was hoping for some CAG stories with comparison to Navy counterpart. Thumbs up and subscribing.
As always, another pipe hitter! Cool guy for sure, awesome interview! Thanks for your service, mike keep it up, one of my favorite shows, love mikes joke they fuckin crack me up!
I remembered my first CPR RESCUE.As a volunteer firefighters for my community. That day I was learning how to be a dispatcher evening g shift.when we get a call a car accident, then another call, car accident, and yet another call , car accident. Ok two calls involving two cars in then one call involving one rollover one person ejected. I had all units out No back up fire equipment, and another part-time dispatcher. Senior dispatcher came in and took over dispatcher. I looked in the bay area. All I had was the vary old Lawrence pumper that we used in parades one basic kit I got out of my locker and another old back brace board .if we needed to transport it was going to be on top of hoses.and bankets. The part timer knew how to start up the LaFrance and away we went. Evening time light snow and very quiet. We had a handheld radio. The pumper was an open cab unit. I flashed spotlight around.at a turn I seen very faint red car tangled up in barbwire. Called into dispatch. "120 Adam is on scene one rollover car tangled up in barbed wire fence .one person ejected. " Then one of the school districts security guards pulled up as I got the kit and back board. While the part time dispatcher/EMT got to patent. No heartbeat no respiration. I said start CPR. THE EMT started but immediately started to throw up. I looked shocked and jumped into action. I breathed into him pulled away and did chest compression. The security guard set up backboard and we got patent up and strapped down. The EMT did chest compression and I breathed and checked for pulse. The guy was to heavy to move I still stayed on compression CPR.my mind set was basic,"
Great podcast, really enjoyed this. Spot on about AF leadership, it’s all too heavy and NCOs are expected to capitulate to the officers demands/mindsets.
Great episode Mike. Probably my favorite to date. Great seeing thoughts and opinions from someone whose primary job was saving lives instead of the latter. What are the chances of getting some WW2 or Vietnam vets on here? Sadly they are getting fewer and fewer yet carry so many great stories and experiences people could learn from.
1:46:11 bro wtf that shit is genuinely disturbing. How tf could you think that is a good environment or good leadership thing to have. That same mentality is what caused those seals to kill the green beret in africa. That is physical abuse and sometimes teetering on sexual abuse especially for the green beret incident. The seal community needs to eradicate that mindset from their leadership because I feel like they are the ones lagging behind the other sof in terms of addressing the problem of that “ruffin up” type of discipline. It has nothing to do with making someone or a unit a better fighting force.
Really enjoyed this podcast. My daughter was selected in boot camp to go into PJ selection by her pt instructor who was a PJ himself. At the direction of a chief via a close family friend(retired AF), they decided to have her to to her original MOS as a Crew Chief on F-15’s and then try a couple years down the road. Always respected the PJ’s/SOF guys. And the comment regarding spark plugs definitely brought back some hilarious memories as a young punk kid! Thanks Mike
Great episode. Dude seems humble. Interesting story about that failure to eject in his 416. Some talk these days about how the foward assist maybe causes more problems than it solves. He sounded like he thought the foward assist helped jam the round in there harder but he also had already tried clearing it at least once so I wonder if he would have been able to get it out with the rod even if he hadn't hit the foward assist?
I’ve never really publicly talked about this, but about 1:11:00 in is where this dude starts talking about my exact type of injuries (compartment syndrome). Had multiple fasciotomies done on both of my legs but only after it was too late. Had both of my legs amputated above the knees. It’s wild to think that PJ’s would do this type of stuff in the field on target and how much of a difference it can make. Definitely my favorite interview so far.
The guys that go through 18D school often go on to become PA’s and doctors in the civ side.
My best friend had that, I’d never heard of it before and had no idea it was so dangerous and lethal.
@@jacemiddleton3053 It nearly killed me multiple times, even in the OR once I was stabilized (flatlined a few times during the first of many emergency fasciotomies). I shouldn’t be alive, but I lucked out, I guess.
@@WheelchairOperator that’s fkn wild man. Well I’m glad you lucked out. There may be days you wish you hadn’t, but it takes a special breed to make it through things like that and share that with others. There’s somebody out there that could use your wisdom as somebody that has already made it through. So kudos to you for being strong willed bro. I almost lost my son, he was in a coma for a while. Had to relearn how to eat, walk, talk, all that jazz. And he’s 9 now. But I just see something special in guys like y’all. Cheers to you bro. Hang in there
I near lost my left arm from compartment syndrome. An emergency fasciotomy saved it
17 deployments at Tier 1 is absolutely wild. Speaks to his abilities and the caliber of men he served with.
Lots of tier 1 operators do over 10 deployments. That shows how good our tier 1 operators are . And its crazy to think around 2004 lots of Navy seals didnt think they could die in combat because they were that good
For tier 1, deployment could mean like a couple weeks operation or less, or maybe more. That's why they have so many. It's definitely not conventional lengths like 9 months to a year..like an infantry unit would do, but their deployments are at a moments notice operations that usually don't last that long. Like hostage rescue for instance... Say some American is captured at a camp somewhere in Africa or wherever... Well the tier 1 guys who go get that done, that would be considered a deployment even if it only takes a couple days... Because it is an deployment, the 6 guys who killed Osama for instance, that whole op is considered a deployment and everybody knows how long that took. They do the hardest and most dangerous sht but it's usually really quick stuff then they're back. So they have to switch on and off frequently. I know it's a little lame to say, but watch that old show "The Unit"... Believe it or not that show isn't totally accurate but it's pretty accurate to their operation tempo and the sort of stuff they do. Stuff that can make international news but you'd never know it's them.
@@Siegefya I believe 24 guys went after osama. If u mean all the men who put a bullet in him than ya. And thats makes sense !! I wouldnt argue against that. Still going on those three-1 week operations to capture a hostage or something teaches our tier 1 operations a shit ton in very little time
@@SiegefyaNot entirely true. They had a 16 month calendar where they'd spend 4 months deployed to a specific AO. Come back for 4, and do refresh training, easing into the next 16 months. That first 4 month window would also get them ready for alert their status. Training hostage rescue stuff specifically. For the Navy it'd be getting ready for the underways, pushing boats from planes, maybe otbs, etc. For the army it'd be airplanes, underground assaults, trains, etc. Then comes the 2nd 4 month window where they are actually on alert. A lot of local training that's really mundane while you get to typically go home every night. Some dudes have spent that entire 4 month alert window in some other shit hole.While other dudes might have blown out 2, 3 or even 4 times (crazy rare) within that same 4 month window. But then some dudes might not have gone anywhere at all. Then the 3rd 4 month window which is typically pre deployment training where they focus on what they can expect to see in their future deployed location. Then the 4th 4 months window is their deployment window. And then the 16 month cycle starts over and you're back in groundhog day. So with in 1x 16 month calendar you can expect to be gone 4 months guaranteed, with a possible of up to another 4 months.
@@harryhog1977 always willing to learn more, thanks for the write up and clearing some things up. Yeah that makes a lot of sense. Especially concerning their training rotations, wasn't aware of that.
My uncle was a PJ back in the late 80’s early 90’s. So, each time I see him I always try to ask as many questions as possible. It’s incredible just how intelligent these guys truly are.
Well it’s the Air Force
This one goes down as at least top 3 for me, Probably my favorite. So cool to hear from a guy attached to multiple Tier 1 groups. What a cool dude.
Air Force PJ'S & CCT's are 100% bad ass .
Thank you. We are normally quiet
Extraordinary guy!
PJ’s are among the best of the best.
Thanks for giving us these videos, Mike.
16:02 McCoy: You're putting me on the spot here
Mike: *'WELCOME TO MIKE DROP'*
😂 Epic !
2:33- This is the exact reason more and more vets need to run for office. Maybe special operators in particular
Amen….but, be careful what you wish for. Being in spec-ops, in-and-of itself is by NO means a guarantee. Dan Crenshaw, with all due respect to his service, is a perfect example of that. McRaven, and McChrystal are two other examples of guys who were amazing soldiers, but politically are completely disconnected with America. Now that I think of it, Gen. Mattis is another example of that, as well.
lol your comment is a joke. Those men are absolutely in touch with Americans. They’re just not on the same wavelength as trumptards.
Air Force Special Tactics Guys are Bad Ass Professionals!!
2:21. That mission by Djibouti, I believe you guys took our mission (if it was in 2012). We were geared up, ammo passed out and loaded waiting to board the birds. They snuck SEAL/s in and they took the mission. Haha.
One of the best interviews I’ve watched yet, humble, quiet, & extremely modest professional!!
Excellent interview Mike. What a treat to see Chad on the Pod. PLEASE work toward having one of our CCT brothers on the Pod. Keep up the great work brother. I'm hoping the word can get out about CSAR, CCT operational capabilities and the professionalism that comes with SOCOM USAF.
Man! Chad is such an awesome human. I was a support guy at the "Mighty 24" STS with Chad. So, glad the studs of the unit are finally getting their stories out.
I’m just completely impressed more and more with Air Force special forces. If I were a young guy again I think I’d have to give their programs a serious look.
🇺🇸🤟🏽
Mike my Cousin Lance Cummings retired from the teams and has continued to serve after the teams. It would be really cool too see him on your pod cast and channel one day. He also trained a bunch of guy’s in buds as well and is the most humble person I’ve ever met in my life.
My Dad told me that while stationed in TX and NM you always knew who the PJ's were because if they were outside they were running. He said it was like clockwork; they would exit the building exit the building, place cover, inspect boots, then start running.
Sending appreciation, love and prayers to everyone one of you guys. Warriors all. What a huge mission you're now on ... the freedom (at least for now!) to be able to talk about your experiences, unload, let us know who you are, what you gave, where it hurts. We're heading into intensity ... here...and globally. We're going to need your courage and knowledge, for what's coming down the pipes.
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Labeling day in the brewery. Had you guys on the whole time. Great podcast! Thanks and cheers from across the pond! 🍻
Outstanding interview. What is consistently remarkable is when former Tier 1 guys interview another- everything is told IN CONTEXT, the level of candor is incredible, so humble about constantly learning, no glorification.. and what they understand after 10 years go by is amazing. Hearing about casualties and chronic injuries really drives home that these guys are not superhuman- they are extraordinary humans. There is no much realism to the best trained best armed teams and yet so much is a shit show for unforeseeable reasons and they improvise. Compelling AF.
Great guest as always. Impressive dude, humble and awesome.
A very close friend of mine who was a Ranger in the early 2000s has told me drug stories. Being doped up to stay awake for days at a time, drugs that would make them stronger and for longer, and the drugs to be able to sleep. Years later his body and mind are fried from all of the doping required to get missions done. I knew about some of the drug abuse because I was raised in a JSOC family, but never knew the finer details. Blew my mind to discover what you guys went through and how much pressure was put on SOF in general during the time in the middle east.
thank you gentlemen for this.
So it's the 27th of Dec and I just heard of the passing of Mr Marcinco, SO condolences for your community, the MAN was it ALL, heaven got a real fighter and we're gonna need him!!!
This is as good as a podcast can get. God bless.
Soft spoken and carries a big stick!!
1:31:37 I can’t remember the guys name. He wrote a book about being in Team 6 during Black hawk down. He was doing sniper over watch and talked about a rancid smell that made them almost vomit. Come to find out there was a family next to their safe house. The kid had scurvy and they would go in at night like it was a hostage rescue. And squeeze lemon juice into the kids mouth. Eventually the family even started offering them tea and food. He said they never took their weapons off them because of safety. That story he told of the Somalis and their strength is dead on.
I've never heard Mike laugh so much in any interview. Great podcast, lighter than most others but really interesting!
Watch the Clark Impastato interview. All he did was laugh. Legit belly rumbling laughs. I still rewatch it often when I too need a good laugh. Great interview.
Yeah and mikes interview with Navy SEAL Chris Osman part 1 and 2. Part 1 Mike laughing his fucking ass off when Chris was describing his childhood with his brother and joining the Marine Corps
Ambien is no joke, I took it after surgery once with pain killers and woke up naked in my backyard in the morning with no idea how I got there. To be clear, waking up naked in my backyard was not the problem...I mean that happens...but not remembering how I got there was a little concerning.
That was a great interview, again 👍🏼 Very interesting storys 🎗🇺🇲🐕🦺🐾Greetings from Germany 🇩🇪🎗
Another awesome episode Mike keep them coming. Have a pew-tastic holiday with your family and friends
I enjoyed this podcast as much or more than any other one. As usual, two great men having a great conversation.
41:50 ish has to be the best water bottle placement on the internet!
Great video brothers. Excellent content, great respect to you both. A very interesting look at the Air Force side of big skills. Many thanks.
Most laid-back Tier 1 guy I've ever heard
Mike excellent podcast it was good to see PJ telling his story I’m former Air Force crew chief maintenance
Mike can you please make a podcast with a SWCC operator. There the most underrated job in the special operations community. I’ve never seen a podcast with one so It would be nice for you to seek a former SWCC out.
Go check out “Combat Story”. It’s a podcast and RUclips channel and they had a long interview with a former Marine/SWCC/CIA officer Patrick Moltrup. It’s a great episode. Patrick hosts a channel with a former Marine Raider Jason Lilley, the Jason Lilley from Gen Kill.
Dash Duong Wong.15 years as SWCC, 9 years in Dev Group.
They’re *
Agreed, I've always wondered what was up with those badasses!!!
Speaking of other Occupations, GarandThumb was a SERE Instructor, correct? I think he would be an interesting Interview.
Thank you for your service Chad. I live in Raeford by Ft Bragg and I really enjoy these stories from neighbors and friends that I have. Excellent stuff.
Another great one Mike, thankyou for all you do!
Thank you both for your service.
Chad is a certified legend!
Fascinating interview. Don't hear from 24th/RRC guys often.
I know what I will be listening to as I drive across Ohio for work tomorrow!
As you should
For real. I drive all day long for work, nothing makes a 300 mile drive as short as listening to these podcasts
I'm working in ohio listening!
I live and work in Ohio
it's better to watch
Great episode! Had to listen a couple times. Started listening last night and fell asleep. Had some weird combat related dreams. 😳... Anyway listened again while awake. Have a great weekend all! ✌️
Keep up the great work guy’s!!
Thanks for an amazing interview. Much respect as ever.
Man I was in Balad when that crash happened.. I helped with that one and also saluted the bodies as they went home for the last time. That was a ROUGH time.
I think this just popped up to my FAV interview. Not as raw as some, but interesting and a non stop listen! Rock on AF!
Great podcast! I'm glad you could get him to say what little he did, I would like to hear more from the guy. Also let's hear your stories Mike!
Love the green tip ammo conversation at 1.23.31 super nerdy but very helpful. Thank you.
1:22:31
Mike’s take on accountability is absolutely spot on….
This was great. Excellent info
Great dude...humble professional
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aswome that he gets to join in the SOF fun, jealous! mind u his training is quite tough as well. talk about "special ammo , tiny grenades n certain groups" get the juices flowin! Love how Mike pushed for a dog story but curious that chad kind of passed....
Man. This interview is pretty awesome 👏🏻
Love the H.E.A.T reference :)
I was sitting in a classroom at Lackland when an NCO came in and asked if anyone wanted to try out for Pararescue. I had a guaranteed slot as a 431X1 Aircraft Maintenance and I didn't think they would let me out of it. One of the biggest regrets of my life was not raising my hand. I was physically fit enough but probably not mentally tough enough. Great interview.
About an hour out from finishing . . . amazing episode. Was hoping for some CAG stories with comparison to Navy counterpart. Thumbs up and subscribing.
Thanks for the update!
Loved this one. Good the see a fellow USAF guy. I know. I know. Don’t come kick my ass for being in the chair force
As always, another pipe hitter! Cool guy for sure, awesome interview! Thanks for your service, mike keep it up, one of my favorite shows, love mikes joke they fuckin crack me up!
Thank you both for sharing.
Kelly across the tracks!
I remember Kelly across the tracks.
Congrats PJs
Yall were bad asses
Chad the real Mccoy
Great episode
Best show yet.
Awesome job Mike ! Great guest. Love the Tier 1 interviews
Can’t wait
Thanks Mike for your show. And your service. And my girl Hope loves team dog she is a Great Dane and a picky eater thank you very much. Don & Donna
I remembered my first CPR RESCUE.As a volunteer firefighters for my community. That day I was learning how to be a dispatcher evening g shift.when we get a call a car accident, then another call, car accident, and yet another call , car accident. Ok two calls involving two cars in then one call involving one rollover one person ejected. I had all units out No back up fire equipment, and another part-time dispatcher. Senior dispatcher came in and took over dispatcher. I looked in the bay area. All I had was the vary old Lawrence pumper that we used in parades one basic kit I got out of my locker and another old back brace board .if we needed to transport it was going to be on top of hoses.and bankets. The part timer knew how to start up the LaFrance and away we went. Evening time light snow and very quiet. We had a handheld radio. The pumper was an open cab unit. I flashed spotlight around.at a turn I seen very faint red car tangled up in barbwire. Called into dispatch. "120 Adam is on scene one rollover car tangled up in barbed wire fence .one person ejected. "
Then one of the school districts security guards pulled up as I got the kit and back board. While the part time dispatcher/EMT got to patent. No heartbeat no respiration. I said start CPR. THE EMT started but immediately started to throw up. I looked shocked and jumped into action. I breathed into him pulled away and did chest compression. The security guard set up backboard and we got patent up and strapped down. The EMT did chest compression and I breathed and checked for pulse. The guy was to heavy to move I still stayed on compression CPR.my mind set was basic,"
Well done. Did all u could, most would have found a hundred excuses to not go out. Did he survive? Either way, cheers!
Pertdermdispatsher
Great podcast, really enjoyed this. Spot on about AF leadership, it’s all too heavy and NCOs are expected to capitulate to the officers demands/mindsets.
Good Cast Mike. You do a great Job.
Halfway in and it’s great. You and Sean are really setting scene mate.
Great episode Mike. Probably my favorite to date. Great seeing thoughts and opinions from someone whose primary job was saving lives instead of the latter. What are the chances of getting some WW2 or Vietnam vets on here? Sadly they are getting fewer and fewer yet carry so many great stories and experiences people could learn from.
Outstanding
Great interview, thank you!
I love your products but also enjoy seeing your mannerisms --just slide them down the desk a little😉
The story of SEAL climbing a ladder on target, stray dog latching onto him, and him trying to pop it point blank is funny sht.
1:46:11 bro wtf that shit is genuinely disturbing. How tf could you think that is a good environment or good leadership thing to have. That same mentality is what caused those seals to kill the green beret in africa. That is physical abuse and sometimes teetering on sexual abuse especially for the green beret incident. The seal community needs to eradicate that mindset from their leadership because I feel like they are the ones lagging behind the other sof in terms of addressing the problem of that “ruffin up” type of discipline. It has nothing to do with making someone or a unit a better fighting force.
Thank you Gentlemen, shared.
War should be the last recourse, as you say, Mike. And our response should be just, overwhelming, and if needed be fight as in Deuteronomy 2:33-35.
Another damn good episode
Really enjoyed this podcast. My daughter was selected in boot camp to go into PJ selection by her pt instructor who was a PJ himself. At the direction of a chief via a close family friend(retired AF), they decided to have her to to her original MOS as a Crew Chief on F-15’s and then try a couple years down the road. Always respected the PJ’s/SOF guys.
And the comment regarding spark plugs definitely brought back some hilarious memories as a young punk kid! Thanks Mike
These dudes are fucking heros in my eyes! Really look up to them and what they learned in trauma medicine..crazy stories wow
Another great episode!!
Great episode. Dude seems humble.
Interesting story about that failure to eject in his 416. Some talk these days about how the foward assist maybe causes more problems than it solves. He sounded like he thought the foward assist helped jam the round in there harder but he also had already tried clearing it at least once so I wonder if he would have been able to get it out with the rod even if he hadn't hit the foward assist?
Very interesting episode.
Great balance between background, career pathway, ops stories and politics.
If your name is Chad McCoy you have to join SpecOps, I'm pretty sure it's a legal requirement.
Get a SWCC guy on Mike! Keep it comin we love the show
Here for the CHAD energy
thanks.
Awesome conversation that would be even better with sub-titles for all the acronyms.
I'm ex-101st from the 80's and I caught about 30% of them
GREAT SHOW SCARY TRUE
Such a great interview. Thank you for your service it’s much appreciated of what you guys and gals do for our country. Bunch of bad ass people.
Another great one
the "gettin in on like Wangro (sp?)" from Heat had me dead lol. Great show guys!
Never be another phenomenal movie like that! Tight crew,real tight!🤙🏻
Really wish we could have heard some bite stories......Mike tried his best!
Blood transfusion in an African hospital is like gas station sushi 😂😂😂. Love your podcast, Mike.
I love premieres videos!! Just got my new Mike Drop snap back today!! Love this podcast/RUclips channel!!
These interviews are great. There is Jocko molk on my counter. Origin jeans in my dresser.
Great interview hats off to Chad and thank you for your service ! Also awesome fucking book Mike !
great podcast!