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Justin Cramer is a former Marine JTAC Evaluator that completed 5 deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan, and on the USS Makin Island. Justin served with 1st ANGLICO, 10th Marine Regiment, 3rd Battalion 6th Marine Regiment and others before leaving the military after 12 years in 2018.

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Justin Cramer is a former Marine JTAC Evaluator that completed 5 deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan, and on the USS Makin Island. Justin served with 1st ANGLICO, 10th Marine Regiment, 3rd Battalion 6th Marine Regiment and others before leaving the military after 12 years in 2018.

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00:00:00 Intro | Minnesota Hockey | Joining The Army
00:04:47 From West Point To Iraq
00:11:39 The Best Thing I've Ever Done | Donating a Kidney
00:17:31 Invasion of Iraq | 3rd Armored Calvary Regiment
00:24:31 Ramadi and Fallujah
00:37:39 Would You Do It Again?
00:46:27 2nd Deployment To Iraq
00:56:22 Jennifer Lopez is Dead
01:01:17 Teaching At West Point
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73181680Sun, 26 Jul 2026 18:52:59 +0000Justin CramerMatt Cavanaugh was a senior at West Point when the country was attacked on Sept. 11th. He would graduate college in the spring, then complete his artillery training and find himself participating in the invasion of Iraq within a year. After his second...
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00:00:00 Intro | Minnesota Hockey | Joining The Army
00:04:47 From West Point To Iraq
00:11:39 The Best Thing I've Ever Done | Donating a Kidney
00:17:31 Invasion of Iraq | 3rd Armored Calvary Regiment
00:24:31 Ramadi and Fallujah
00:37:39 Would You Do It Again?
00:46:27 2nd Deployment To Iraq
00:56:22 Jennifer Lopez is Dead
01:01:17 Teaching At West Point
]]>5069truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-244-george-mills-marsoc-jtac-anglico-and-marine-infantry--72942463
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00:00:00 Intro | Military High School
00:05:22 Joining Marine Infantry | Security Forces
00:10:05 Presidential Security | Yankee White
00:21:31 Security Forces vs Special Operations
00:25:47 Fired From Presidential Security
00:29:56 Anti-Terrorism Battalion
00:33:44 Israeli Military Training
00:40:33 Deployment to Iraq
00:44:54 Afghan Culture Shock
00:57:44 Security Contractor
01:05:04 Iraq Contract Gig
01:11:03 Rejoining the Marines | 4th ANGLICO
01:36:43 MARSOC Fires
01:43:51 Joining a Marine Special Operations Team (MSOT)
01:54:28 MARSOC Fires vs ANGLICO
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72942463Sun, 12 Jul 2026 23:03:46 +0000Justin CramerGeorge Mills has one of those career paths so unique that it’s almost hard to believe. He enlisted as an infantryman and soon found himself holding a Yankee White TS security clearance, which he later lost after an off-duty incident. From there, he...
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00:00:00 Intro | Military High School
00:05:22 Joining Marine Infantry | Security Forces
00:10:05 Presidential Security | Yankee White
00:21:31 Security Forces vs Special Operations
00:25:47 Fired From Presidential Security
00:29:56 Anti-Terrorism Battalion
00:33:44 Israeli Military Training
00:40:33 Deployment to Iraq
00:44:54 Afghan Culture Shock
00:57:44 Security Contractor
01:05:04 Iraq Contract Gig
01:11:03 Rejoining the Marines | 4th ANGLICO
01:36:43 MARSOC Fires
01:43:51 Joining a Marine Special Operations Team (MSOT)
01:54:28 MARSOC Fires vs ANGLICO
]]>7520truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-243-brad-colbert-marine-recon-generation-kill--72732474
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00:00:00 Intro | Maj Capers Medal of Honor
00:01:44 Choosing the Marines
00:04:44 Joining Marine Recon
00:13:47 Favorite Part of BRC | Surf Passages
00:17:47 The Boring Reality
00:23:01 Strikes in Iran | Targeting
00:31:54 9/11 Happens | Activate the MEU
00:39:51 Prepping for Invasion | First Marines In
00:44:54 Afghan Culture Shock
00:51:40 The Enemy in Afghanistan
01:01:19 How The World Changed During the Deployment
01:10:24 Home From Afghanistan and Prepping for Iraq
01:23:24 Generation Kill | Evan Wright
01:35:08 Nasiriyah | Fratricide
01:53:12 Recon's Role in the Drone Warfare Era
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72732474Mon, 29 Jun 2026 02:42:06 +0000Justin CramerBrad Colbert is a Recon Marine who served in the invasion of Afghanistan and Iraq, in addition to multiple Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) deployments. Brad's role in the invasion of Iraq with 1st Recon Battalion was heavily depicted in the HBO...
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00:00:00 Intro | Maj Capers Medal of Honor
00:01:44 Choosing the Marines
00:04:44 Joining Marine Recon
00:13:47 Favorite Part of BRC | Surf Passages
00:17:47 The Boring Reality
00:23:01 Strikes in Iran | Targeting
00:31:54 9/11 Happens | Activate the MEU
00:39:51 Prepping for Invasion | First Marines In
00:44:54 Afghan Culture Shock
00:51:40 The Enemy in Afghanistan
01:01:19 How The World Changed During the Deployment
01:10:24 Home From Afghanistan and Prepping for Iraq
01:23:24 Generation Kill | Evan Wright
01:35:08 Nasiriyah | Fratricide
01:53:12 Recon's Role in the Drone Warfare Era
]]>7136truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-242-chris-janecek-ch-46-pilot-fac-3rd-anglico--71276129
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00:00:00 Intro | Artemis II
00:03:04 Iran CSAR Mission | Rescue of DUDE44
00:10:09 3rd ANGLICO
00:16:50 Flight School
00:21:51 CH-46 Selection | Training
00:28:49 CH-46 Safety Record | Aviation Risks
00:34:53 Invasion of Iraq
00:51:46 Iraq Air Threats
01:03:00 How The War Changed | 3 Deployments to Iraq
01:14:33 3rd Battalion 1st Marines FAC Tour
01:22:53 CH-46 is Decommissioned
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71276129Sun, 12 Apr 2026 17:37:59 +0000Justin CramerChris Janecek was an enlisted armorer with 3rd ANGLICO while he completed college and worked towards becoming a Naval Aviator. Chris got his wish and was selected to fly the CH-46 Sea Knight. He flew the twin-rotor helicopter during the invasion and...
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00:00:00 Intro | Artemis II
00:03:04 Iran CSAR Mission | Rescue of DUDE44
00:10:09 3rd ANGLICO
00:16:50 Flight School
00:21:51 CH-46 Selection | Training
00:28:49 CH-46 Safety Record | Aviation Risks
00:34:53 Invasion of Iraq
00:51:46 Iraq Air Threats
01:03:00 How The War Changed | 3 Deployments to Iraq
01:14:33 3rd Battalion 1st Marines FAC Tour
01:22:53 CH-46 is Decommissioned
]]>5708truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-241-joshua-shores-marsoc-raider-marine-infantry-fire-fighter--70817987
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00:00:00 Intro | Tracy Offutt
00:01:51 The Infantry | Joining After High School
00:17:42 Infantry and Pre-Deployment Training
00:23:38 Friendly Fire | Hand Grenades
00:32:51 Ramadi
00:38:22 IEDs and Drones
00:43:22 The Façade of Safety
00:45:07 M249 SAW | First Firefight
00:48:33 Afghanistan vs Iraq
00:52:14 Military vs Civilian
00:59:58 Journalism and Fire Fighters
01:10:36 Security Contractor Opportunities
01:13:43 1st MSOB Bravo Co
01:16:51 The Cost of Awards | Professional Warfighters
01:30:02 Stay In or Get Out
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70817987Sun, 22 Mar 2026 23:14:03 +0000Justin CramerJoshua Shores is a Marine Infantryman who served with 1st Battalion 5th Marines in Ramadi then a MEU. He went on to MARSOC and was part of the first Bravo Company to stand up after the unit's formation. Check out his book Counting on Death at the link...
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00:00:00 Intro | Tracy Offutt
00:01:51 The Infantry | Joining After High School
00:17:42 Infantry and Pre-Deployment Training
00:23:38 Friendly Fire | Hand Grenades
00:32:51 Ramadi
00:38:22 IEDs and Drones
00:43:22 The Façade of Safety
00:45:07 M249 SAW | First Firefight
00:48:33 Afghanistan vs Iraq
00:52:14 Military vs Civilian
00:59:58 Journalism and Fire Fighters
01:10:36 Security Contractor Opportunities
01:13:43 1st MSOB Bravo Co
01:16:51 The Cost of Awards | Professional Warfighters
01:30:02 Stay In or Get Out
]]>6194truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-240-war-in-iran-morgan-lerette--70450748
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00:00:00 Intro
00:05:18 TikTok Wars | OSINT
00:09:44 Target Identification
00:12:40 Boots on the Ground
00:15:42 Government Succesion | Who Takes Over?
00:21:44 Bombing Campaign
00:29:56 Anti-Drone Tech
00:36:33 Intelligence Wafare
00:40:18 OSINT
00:43:35 Why Did We Attack?
00:52:18 Geo Politics | Cutting off China's Oil Supply
00:56:33 What Happens Next?
01:06:21 US Troops on the Ground
01:22:09 Erik Prince]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70450748Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:18:56 +0000Justin CramerMorgan Lerette is former Airman, and Army intelligence officer, and Blackwater Contractor. We talk about what's happening in Iran as of March 3rd. Support the show https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys https://www.jcramergraphics.com...
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00:00:00 Intro
00:05:18 TikTok Wars | OSINT
00:09:44 Target Identification
00:12:40 Boots on the Ground
00:15:42 Government Succesion | Who Takes Over?
00:21:44 Bombing Campaign
00:29:56 Anti-Drone Tech
00:36:33 Intelligence Wafare
00:40:18 OSINT
00:43:35 Why Did We Attack?
00:52:18 Geo Politics | Cutting off China's Oil Supply
00:56:33 What Happens Next?
01:06:21 US Troops on the Ground
01:22:09 Erik Prince]]>5555falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-239-kowshon-ye-combat-camera-marine--70272608
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00:00:00 Intro | Combat Footage
00:02:09 Joining the Marines | Okinawa
00:12:03 Defense Information School
00:18:36 1st Battalion 5th Marines
00:25:37 First Patrol in Sangin
00:28:44 Patrol Loadout
00:31:44 Role in the Patrol
00:39:04 The Battlefield Gets Active
00:52:27 Warrant Officer Program
00:57:43 Photography Setup
00:59:41 Military Social Media
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70272608Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:05:09 +0000Justin CramerKowshon Ye is a Combat Camera Marine who worked as a videographer and photographer for Marine Corps Installations Pacific in Okinawa before assignment to 1st Marine Division. He supported B Company 1st Battalion 5th Marines and 7th Marine Regiment...
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00:00:00 Intro | Combat Footage
00:02:09 Joining the Marines | Okinawa
00:12:03 Defense Information School
00:18:36 1st Battalion 5th Marines
00:25:37 First Patrol in Sangin
00:28:44 Patrol Loadout
00:31:44 Role in the Patrol
00:39:04 The Battlefield Gets Active
00:52:27 Warrant Officer Program
00:57:43 Photography Setup
00:59:41 Military Social Media
]]>4182falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-238-neal-fauver-marine-rifleman-iraq-veteran-podcaster--68940184
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https://www.wwiibeyondthecall.com/s/order#most-popular
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68940184Mon, 08 Dec 2025 07:51:40 +0000Justin CramerNeal Fauver is a former Marine Rifleman who served with 3rd Battalion 6th Marines in Iraq. Neal is also the co-host of the Tales from the Corps Podcast. Support the show https://www.jcramergraphics.com https://www.ANGLICOshop.com...
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https://www.wwiibeyondthecall.com/s/order#most-popular
]]>6571truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-237-mike-francis-marine-assaultman-3rd-battalion-6th-marines--68739995
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https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tales-from-the-corps/id1702224913]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68739995Tue, 25 Nov 2025 14:00:46 +0000Justin CramerMike Francis is a former Marine Assaultman who deployed three times with 3rd Battalion 6th Marines to Afghanistan and Iraq. Mike is also a host of the Tales of the Corps podcast and founder of the Shakker professional networking app.  Support the...
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https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tales-from-the-corps/id1702224913]]>7069truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-236-lee-deckelman-army-ranger-green-beret-air-marshal-triple-canopy--68641591
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Lee's book
https://www.amazon.com/INTERNAL-Where-Monster-Mindfulness-Become/dp/B09251YC1K/ref=sr_1_1?crid=8W43QET0IIG3&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.6ODR0pT1WmAUZR9HuZuZTw.GbQoSzHLQhFIoFaVNxz35DLUTJ5krAqVzee_LE48XH8&dib_tag=se&keywords=lee+deckelman&qid=1763515157&sprefix=lee+deck%2Caps%2C156&sr=8-1#]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68641591Wed, 19 Nov 2025 16:07:18 +0000Justin CramerLee Deckelman served as an infantryman in the Army before going to the 20th Special Forces Group in the National Guard. He eventually moved back to active duty and went to the Ranger battalions before heading to 3rd Special Forces Group. Following the...
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00:00:00 Last 600 Meters Trailer
00:02:12 Intro | Becoming a Documentarian
00:07:55 Apprenticeship Resurgence
00:16:10 In His Own Words | Clarence Thomas Documentary
00:25:49 The Last 600 Meters | Battles of Fallujah and Najaf
00:32:44 Battle of Najaf | Mahdi Army
00:41:02 General Mattis
00:49:53 Adm Rickover | Nuclear Navy
00:55:17 Military Innovation
01:03:24 War in 4k
01:13:48 US Agency for Global Media | Voice of America]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68497402Mon, 10 Nov 2025 15:17:14 +0000Justin CramerMichael Pack is an award-winning filmmaker and the producer/director of The Last 600 Meters, a documentary covering the 2004 battles of Najaf and Fallujah. He’s also known for Created Equal: Clarence Thomas in His Own Words, which premiered in...
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00:00:00 Last 600 Meters Trailer
00:02:12 Intro | Becoming a Documentarian
00:07:55 Apprenticeship Resurgence
00:16:10 In His Own Words | Clarence Thomas Documentary
00:25:49 The Last 600 Meters | Battles of Fallujah and Najaf
00:32:44 Battle of Najaf | Mahdi Army
00:41:02 General Mattis
00:49:53 Adm Rickover | Nuclear Navy
00:55:17 Military Innovation
01:03:24 War in 4k
01:13:48 US Agency for Global Media | Voice of America]]>5069falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-234-dave-james-force-recon-marine--66974355
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00:00:00 J Cramer Graphics Ad
00:00:21 Texas Floods
00:04:19 Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer
00:08:00 Tim Kennedy Drama
00:21:29 Ranger School
00:24:36 3rd Recon Battalion
00:26:35 SFARTAETC
00:31:39 Force Recon Weapons | Teams
00:36:23 From Army Engineer to Marine Recon
00:44:45 Filming of Heartbreak Ridge
01:07:57 Insights from the Qualification Course
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66974355Mon, 14 Jul 2025 14:15:46 +0000Justin CramerDave James is a former Force Recon Marine who served with 1st and 3rd Reconnaissance Battalions. Check out our other interviews on Eps. 063 and 065. Support the page https://jcramergraphics.com https://ANGLICOshop.com...
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00:00:00 J Cramer Graphics Ad
00:00:21 Texas Floods
00:04:19 Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer
00:08:00 Tim Kennedy Drama
00:21:29 Ranger School
00:24:36 3rd Recon Battalion
00:26:35 SFARTAETC
00:31:39 Force Recon Weapons | Teams
00:36:23 From Army Engineer to Marine Recon
00:44:45 Filming of Heartbreak Ridge
01:07:57 Insights from the Qualification Course
]]>4532falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-233-brandon-chris-i-came-with-fire-podcast--66046668
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I Came With Fire link
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66046668Mon, 12 May 2025 00:24:14 +0000Justin CramerBrandon is a veteran of the Air Force Security Forces Chris is an Army Special Forces soldier. They are both part of the I Came With Fire Podcast and we get into artificial intelligence, foreign conflicts, and debate the alleged decline of America....
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]]>6666truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-232-blayne-smith-special-forces-west-point-armor-officer--65946565
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00:00:00 J Cramer Graphics Ad
00:00:30 Journey to West Point
00:06:08 The History and Heritage of West Point
00:11:59 Transitioning to the Army and Armor Branch
00:14:47 Pre-9/11 Military Training and Mindset
00:20:56 Iraq Combat Ops and Recon Missions
00:35:27 Surveillance and EOD Escort Missions
00:42:32 Combined Arms
00:46:54 Special Forces Selection Process
00:52:50 Moral Ambiguity in Special Operations
00:59:15 Insights from the Qualification Course
01:10:23 Building Team Cohesion | Team Dynamics and Training
01:14:48 Deployment Decisions and Responsibilities
01:19:09 Mission Objectives and Local Forces
01:24:53 Engagements and Tactical Challenges
01:32:22 Ambush Experiences and Lessons Learned
01:38:18 Leadership Under Pressure
01:43:09 Reflections on Loss and Moving Forward
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65946565Tue, 06 May 2025 18:00:38 +0000Justin CramerBlayne Smith is a former Special Forces soldier that started his career off as an Armor Officer after graduating from West Point. Blayne deployed to both Iraq and Afghanistan before leaving the service and writing Perseverance Is Greater than...
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00:00:00 J Cramer Graphics Ad
00:00:30 Journey to West Point
00:06:08 The History and Heritage of West Point
00:11:59 Transitioning to the Army and Armor Branch
00:14:47 Pre-9/11 Military Training and Mindset
00:20:56 Iraq Combat Ops and Recon Missions
00:35:27 Surveillance and EOD Escort Missions
00:42:32 Combined Arms
00:46:54 Special Forces Selection Process
00:52:50 Moral Ambiguity in Special Operations
00:59:15 Insights from the Qualification Course
01:10:23 Building Team Cohesion | Team Dynamics and Training
01:14:48 Deployment Decisions and Responsibilities
01:19:09 Mission Objectives and Local Forces
01:24:53 Engagements and Tactical Challenges
01:32:22 Ambush Experiences and Lessons Learned
01:38:18 Leadership Under Pressure
01:43:09 Reflections on Loss and Moving Forward
]]>6580truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/extra-episode-bart-womack-us-army-old-guard-101st-airborne-invasion-of-iraq--65772768
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65772768Mon, 28 Apr 2025 04:01:37 +0000Justin CramerRetired Army Command Sergeant Major Bart Womack shares his journey from basic training in 1977 to deployments in Korea, Turkey, and Germany. He recounts a firefight in the Korean DMZ, his service at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and his experiences...
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]]>7816falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-231-brandon-young-75th-ranger-regiment--65709881
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00:00:00 J Cramer Graphics Ad | Military Gear Discussion
00:03:11 Volunteering for the Army Rangers
00:06:08 Ranger Indoctrination Program
00:09:11 Evolution of Ranger Training and Readiness
00:12:01 Deployment Experiences: The Reality of Combat
00:18:01 75th Ranger Regiment Structure
00:20:48 Life Events During Military Service
00:26:56 Connecting Veterans with Civilian Communities
00:44:28 Navigating Military Responsibilities and Personal Life
00:47:06 Understanding Moral Injury in Combat
00:49:41 The Complexity of Combat Decisions
00:56:01 Reflections on the Afghanistan Withdrawal
01:04:19 The Struggles of Mental Health in Veterans
01:10:00 The Value of Journaling and Reflection
01:26:15 Understanding the Battlefield
01:27:57 First Deployment to Afghanistan
01:32:21 Chasing Ghosts: The Reality of Combat
01:36:46 The Evolution of Combat Experience
01:39:44 The Impact of Casualties
01:52:58 The Weight of Loss and Reality]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65709881Thu, 24 Apr 2025 19:55:37 +0000Justin CramerBrandon Young joined the Army and immediately tried out for a spot in the 75th Ranger Regiment when the opportunity presented itself at the Basic Airborne Course. Brandon's unit was one of the first to respond to the 9/11 attacks and he deployed to...
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00:00:00 J Cramer Graphics Ad | Military Gear Discussion
00:03:11 Volunteering for the Army Rangers
00:06:08 Ranger Indoctrination Program
00:09:11 Evolution of Ranger Training and Readiness
00:12:01 Deployment Experiences: The Reality of Combat
00:18:01 75th Ranger Regiment Structure
00:20:48 Life Events During Military Service
00:26:56 Connecting Veterans with Civilian Communities
00:44:28 Navigating Military Responsibilities and Personal Life
00:47:06 Understanding Moral Injury in Combat
00:49:41 The Complexity of Combat Decisions
00:56:01 Reflections on the Afghanistan Withdrawal
01:04:19 The Struggles of Mental Health in Veterans
01:10:00 The Value of Journaling and Reflection
01:26:15 Understanding the Battlefield
01:27:57 First Deployment to Afghanistan
01:32:21 Chasing Ghosts: The Reality of Combat
01:36:46 The Evolution of Combat Experience
01:39:44 The Impact of Casualties
01:52:58 The Weight of Loss and Reality]]>7137truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clip-047-will-drones-steal-pilot-jobs-f16-and-f35-pilot-hasard-lee--65507815
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65507815Thu, 10 Apr 2025 10:00:08 +0000Justin CramerJustin "Hasard" Lee is a F35 and F16 test pilot who makes social media content that focuses on the life of a fighter pilot. We discuss the future of fighter pilots as drones become more advanced in this clip taken from Ep. 170. Support the show...
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]]>974falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clip-046-ied-attack-on-april-9th-us-army-infantry-and-nypd-detective--65417093
In this clip taken from Ep. 180, Klein shares his incredible story of survival and resilience. He talks about the moment of the attack and the aftermath.

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65417093Tue, 08 Apr 2025 10:00:08 +0000Justin CramerOn April 9th, 2005, Matt Klein, a retired NYPD detective and US Army infantryman, was struck by an IED while patrolling a cemetery in Samarra, Iraq. After the strike, the other members of his unit located and captured the triggerman. In this clip...
In this clip taken from Ep. 180, Klein shares his incredible story of survival and resilience. He talks about the moment of the attack and the aftermath.

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]]>678truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-230-brennan-morton-marine-recon-and-sniper--65384560
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00:00:00 J Cramer Graphics Ad
00:00:29 Intro | Joining the Marines
00:05:07 Marine Corps Tattoos
00:08:28 Call-To-Arms
00:12:19 Recon and SEAL Contracts as Recruiting Tools
00:16:15 Are SEALs Better Swimmers than Marine Recon?
00:20:42 Prepping Your Feet for Rucking
00:25:04 Marine Snipers | Organizational Changes
00:29:50 From Marine Infantry to Recon ARS
00:38:54 Work-Up and 1st Iraq Deployment
00:59:17 Over Worked and Underutilized
01:10:49 Grooming Standards | Advisor Teams
01:20:12 Sniper School
01:29:07 2nd Deployment to Iraq with 2nd Recon
01:35:04 Occupying Compounds
01:40:59 Valhalla Boys
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65384560Mon, 07 Apr 2025 01:38:14 +0000Justin CramerBrennan Morton is a former reconnaissance Marine who served with 2nd Recon Battalion during two deployments to Iraq. Brennan is also the author of Valhalla Boys, a book about his service. Support the show https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys...
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00:00:00 J Cramer Graphics Ad
00:00:29 Intro | Joining the Marines
00:05:07 Marine Corps Tattoos
00:08:28 Call-To-Arms
00:12:19 Recon and SEAL Contracts as Recruiting Tools
00:16:15 Are SEALs Better Swimmers than Marine Recon?
00:20:42 Prepping Your Feet for Rucking
00:25:04 Marine Snipers | Organizational Changes
00:29:50 From Marine Infantry to Recon ARS
00:38:54 Work-Up and 1st Iraq Deployment
00:59:17 Over Worked and Underutilized
01:10:49 Grooming Standards | Advisor Teams
01:20:12 Sniper School
01:29:07 2nd Deployment to Iraq with 2nd Recon
01:35:04 Occupying Compounds
01:40:59 Valhalla Boys
]]>6760truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clip-045-climbing-mount-everest-brian-dickinson--65150785
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00:00:00 Tibet Route vs Nepal Route
00:04:09 Acclimating to Everest
00:07:27 Summit Day
00:09:59 Gear Malfunction
00:13:52 The Final Push | Summiting Everest
00:19:57 Verifying a Summit]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65150785Thu, 27 Mar 2025 10:00:07 +0000Justin CramerBrian Dickinson is a former Navy Aviation Rescue Swimmer and alpinist that has climbed the highest peak on each continent. Check out our entire interview on Ep. 211. Support the show https://jcramergraphics.com https://ANGLICOshop.com...
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00:00:00 Tibet Route vs Nepal Route
00:04:09 Acclimating to Everest
00:07:27 Summit Day
00:09:59 Gear Malfunction
00:13:52 The Final Push | Summiting Everest
00:19:57 Verifying a Summit]]>1510falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-229-merryl-tengesdal-u-2-spy-plane-pilot--65114442
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00:00:00 J Cramer Graphics Ad
00:00:40 Intro | mIRC Chat
00:04:47 1st Deployment | 1st Females on Ship
00:10:00 I Wanted to Be an Astronaut
00:14:40 Flight School
00:19:59 Landing SH-60s in Rough Seas
00:32:24 SH-60 Roles
00:34:40 2nd Deployment | South America
00:46:58 Different Cultures
00:56:44 Applying to be a U-2 Pilot
01:01:38 U-2 Spy Plane Pilot Selection and Training
01:16:54 U-2 Pilot's Custom Space Suit
01:23:04 Operating at High-Altitude
01:32:58 First High Altitude Flight | Food During Missions
01:37:02 Foreign Navies and Life on US Ships
01:42:33 Reality Checks | Casualty Assistance Officer
01:52:46 Extreme Ross]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65114442Tue, 25 Mar 2025 22:42:49 +0000Justin CramerMerryl Tengesdal had a dream to reach space and believed her best chance was as a Naval Aviator. She began her career flying H-60s, moved on to training students flying the T-34c and T-6a, then applied for an inter-service transfer to screen to become...
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00:00:00 J Cramer Graphics Ad
00:00:40 Intro | mIRC Chat
00:04:47 1st Deployment | 1st Females on Ship
00:10:00 I Wanted to Be an Astronaut
00:14:40 Flight School
00:19:59 Landing SH-60s in Rough Seas
00:32:24 SH-60 Roles
00:34:40 2nd Deployment | South America
00:46:58 Different Cultures
00:56:44 Applying to be a U-2 Pilot
01:01:38 U-2 Spy Plane Pilot Selection and Training
01:16:54 U-2 Pilot's Custom Space Suit
01:23:04 Operating at High-Altitude
01:32:58 First High Altitude Flight | Food During Missions
01:37:02 Foreign Navies and Life on US Ships
01:42:33 Reality Checks | Casualty Assistance Officer
01:52:46 Extreme Ross]]>7117falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-228-aren-cody-stranger-by-the-hour-podcast--64966515
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00:00:00 J Cramer Graphics Ad
00:00:40 Intro | Podcasting
00:09:00 Information Operations
00:15:50 Who is "They"
00:24:30 Epstein
00:29:49 Ukraine vs Russia
00:50:43 Immigration
00:57:35 Artifical Intelligence
01:03:37 Assassination Attempt
01:17:46 OnlyFans
01:33:43 Tech Overlords
01:45:04 Not Caring About Overseas Conflicts
02:09:43 Keeping Perspective]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64966515Wed, 19 Mar 2025 03:55:25 +0000Justin CramerAren Brandfass & Cody Anderson are former MARSOC plank holders who also worked as government contractors before starting the Stranger By The Hour podcast. We dive into some current events and controversies in this episode! Support the show...
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00:00:00 J Cramer Graphics Ad
00:00:40 Intro | Podcasting
00:09:00 Information Operations
00:15:50 Who is "They"
00:24:30 Epstein
00:29:49 Ukraine vs Russia
00:50:43 Immigration
00:57:35 Artifical Intelligence
01:03:37 Assassination Attempt
01:17:46 OnlyFans
01:33:43 Tech Overlords
01:45:04 Not Caring About Overseas Conflicts
02:09:43 Keeping Perspective]]>9072truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-227-travis-harless-invasion-of-iraq--64715808
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00:00:00 J Cramer Graphics Ad
00:00:40 Intro | Joining the Marines
00:06:48 Police Academy vs Marine Boot Camp
00:10:06 Infantry Training | Deployment with C 1/7
00:26:51 First Engagement
00:35:02 Rockets
00:45:03 The Infantry | From Iron Sights to Optics
00:56:55 Hillbilly Armor
01:11:13 Pre-Deployment Training
01:25:38 Is Iraq Safer Now?
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64715808Wed, 05 Mar 2025 19:25:28 +0000Justin CramerTravis Harless is a former 0311 Marine Rifleman who joined when he was 17 and linked up with C 1/7 in Kuwait only weeks after graduating from the School of Infantry. Because his first deployment began so soon into his enlistment, Harless was able to...
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00:00:00 J Cramer Graphics Ad
00:00:40 Intro | Joining the Marines
00:06:48 Police Academy vs Marine Boot Camp
00:10:06 Infantry Training | Deployment with C 1/7
00:26:51 First Engagement
00:35:02 Rockets
00:45:03 The Infantry | From Iron Sights to Optics
00:56:55 Hillbilly Armor
01:11:13 Pre-Deployment Training
01:25:38 Is Iraq Safer Now?
]]>7842falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-226-fred-apgar-air-force-intelligence-and-secret-war-in-laos--64634507
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00:00:00 J Cramer Graphics Ad
00:00:40 Intro | Joining the Air Force
00:04:07 Treatment of Veterans | Deployment Cycles
00:14:08 Individual Augments to Vietnam | Joining the Air Force
00:17:49 Vietnam Vet Reacts to Afghanistan Withdrawal
00:29:31 Airborne Intelligence in Laos and Vietnam
00:32:20 What are the JTAC and FAC Jobs?
00:41:28 Operations in Laos and the Naming of the Podcast
00:44:43 Laos ELINT Missions | TF Alpha
00:53:27 First Paveway Bombs | Dragon's Jaw Bridge
01:00:46 "We Weren't In Laos"
01:07:22 Redemption
01:18:11 Keep Your Honor Clean | POWs]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64634507Fri, 28 Feb 2025 22:30:14 +0000Justin CramerFred Apgar worked in Air Force intelligence during the Vietnam War. However, he was part of the clandestine war in Laos that was not acknowledged at the time. We talk fire support, electronic warfare, and Fred's return to the country to close that...
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00:00:00 J Cramer Graphics Ad
00:00:40 Intro | Joining the Air Force
00:04:07 Treatment of Veterans | Deployment Cycles
00:14:08 Individual Augments to Vietnam | Joining the Air Force
00:17:49 Vietnam Vet Reacts to Afghanistan Withdrawal
00:29:31 Airborne Intelligence in Laos and Vietnam
00:32:20 What are the JTAC and FAC Jobs?
00:41:28 Operations in Laos and the Naming of the Podcast
00:44:43 Laos ELINT Missions | TF Alpha
00:53:27 First Paveway Bombs | Dragon's Jaw Bridge
01:00:46 "We Weren't In Laos"
01:07:22 Redemption
01:18:11 Keep Your Honor Clean | POWs]]>6299truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-225-scott-lyng-army-tanker-firefighter-and-oif-veteran--64224343
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00:00:00 J Cramer Graphics Ad
00:00:40 California Fires
00:11:37 Joining the Army
00:22:11 The M1A1 Experience
00:30:57 M1A1 Abrams and M88 Hercules
00:39:38 Tank Weapons and Loadout
00:51:30 Do Medics Ride in Tanks?
00:56:28 Tank Training | Provisional Infantry Deployment
01:06:57 Hitting an IED in a Tank
01:23:08 Naming Tanks
01:30:37 Armor and Drones in Ukraine
01:39:47 A Tanker's Thoughts on Fury]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64224343Thu, 06 Feb 2025 08:08:49 +0000Justin CramerScott Lyng served in the US Army with the 3rd Infantry Division, 3rd Heavy Brigade Combat Team, 2-69 AR. Scott deployed to Iraq two times during his enlistment, then became a firefighter following his military service. Support the show Custom flags:...
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00:00:00 J Cramer Graphics Ad
00:00:40 California Fires
00:11:37 Joining the Army
00:22:11 The M1A1 Experience
00:30:57 M1A1 Abrams and M88 Hercules
00:39:38 Tank Weapons and Loadout
00:51:30 Do Medics Ride in Tanks?
00:56:28 Tank Training | Provisional Infantry Deployment
01:06:57 Hitting an IED in a Tank
01:23:08 Naming Tanks
01:30:37 Armor and Drones in Ukraine
01:39:47 A Tanker's Thoughts on Fury]]>7030truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-224-ben-fortier-marine-infantry-musician-and-poet--63695570
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63695570Wed, 15 Jan 2025 02:50:03 +0000Justin CramerBen Fortier served in two deployments to Iraq as a mortarman with 1st Battalion 25th Marine Regiment. Ben plays guitar, drums, and uses poetry to inspire song lyrics. His collection of poems Phantom was the 2024 winner of the Robert A. Gannon award. ...
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]]>5405truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-223-dr-david-walton-green-beret-and-author--63369998
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00:00:00 J Cramer Graphics Ad
00:00:40 Intro
00:06:57 What a Special Forces Soldier Real Job Is
00:11:16 Mission Creep | MARSOC and SFAB as Advisors
00:21:18 Marines Going to Special Forces
00:33:47 18X and Other Selection Drop Outs
00:47:37 Recruiting Levels
01:01:32 Women In Combat Arms
01:29:58 Tim Kennedy Drama]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63369998Wed, 18 Dec 2024 08:12:46 +0000Justin CramerDavid Walton is a former Green Beret and has written multiple books for people interested in attending Special Forces Assessment and Selection. Check out David's previous interview on Ep. 188. Support the show...
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00:00:00 J Cramer Graphics Ad
00:00:40 Intro
00:06:57 What a Special Forces Soldier Real Job Is
00:11:16 Mission Creep | MARSOC and SFAB as Advisors
00:21:18 Marines Going to Special Forces
00:33:47 18X and Other Selection Drop Outs
00:47:37 Recruiting Levels
01:01:32 Women In Combat Arms
01:29:58 Tim Kennedy Drama]]>6970falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-222-daniel-rodriquez-battle-of-kamdesh--63120815
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00:00:00 J Cramer Graphics Ad
00:00:40 Intro | Afghanistan Combat Video
00:09:55 Joining the Army
00:12:46 Army Infantry | 11C
00:17:44 First Deployment | Combat Replacement
00:32:00 Give and Take Relationship
00:42:16 Deployment to Afghanistan
00:53:32 Battle of Kamdesh
01:10:39 After the Battle
01:17:12 The Oupost | Book and Movie]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63120815Tue, 03 Dec 2024 11:00:07 +0000Justin CramerDanny Rodriguez is a former Army mortarman that served in Iraq and Afghanistan. His unit was involved in the 2009 Battle of Kamdesh and he earned a Purple Heart and Bronze Star for his actions. Following his enlistment, he used his GI Bill to attend...
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00:00:00 J Cramer Graphics Ad
00:00:40 Intro | Afghanistan Combat Video
00:09:55 Joining the Army
00:12:46 Army Infantry | 11C
00:17:44 First Deployment | Combat Replacement
00:32:00 Give and Take Relationship
00:42:16 Deployment to Afghanistan
00:53:32 Battle of Kamdesh
01:10:39 After the Battle
01:17:12 The Oupost | Book and Movie]]>5310truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-221-fallujah-bodies-hanthorne-moran-ites--62725974
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00:00:00 Intro
00:02:12 Brian’s Intro
00:09:37 Cheryl’s Intro
00:19:50 Mike’s Intro
00:22:39 Mortuary Affairs Mission Planning
00:29:51 Coordinating Body Recovery
00:36:02 First Night in Fallujah
00:42:03 A Typical Day
01:12:15 Burying Hundreds of Dead Fighters
01:24:45 Fallujah Leaflets
01:36:12 After the Battle
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62725974Wed, 13 Nov 2024 20:18:02 +0000Justin CramerMichael Hanthorne served as a motor transport operator, but during the Second Battle of Fallujah, his primary responsibility was as the 'body bag guy.' Brian Moran, a third-generation Marine radio operator, was tasked with coordinating the pickup of...
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00:00:00 Intro
00:02:12 Brian’s Intro
00:09:37 Cheryl’s Intro
00:19:50 Mike’s Intro
00:22:39 Mortuary Affairs Mission Planning
00:29:51 Coordinating Body Recovery
00:36:02 First Night in Fallujah
00:42:03 A Typical Day
01:12:15 Burying Hundreds of Dead Fighters
01:24:45 Fallujah Leaflets
01:36:12 After the Battle
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62476464Wed, 23 Oct 2024 17:33:13 +0000Justin CramerGreg Coker is a 160th SOAR AH-6 "Little Bird" pilot and says the platform is the greatest helicopter ever created. Greg Has 6200 hours of night vision google flying time and 1500 hours of combat flight hours under his belt. Listen to the entire...
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]]>745falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-220-round-2-w-kirk-spradley-blackwater-contractor-and-paramilitary-officer--62385020
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00:00:00 Intro | Blackwater Team Organization
00:07:29 Driving Blackwater Vehicles
00:17:14 Meeting Erik Prince
00:24:25 Military Industrial Complex
00:32:10 I Quit | It's Not For Everyone
00:37:38 Paramilitary Officer
00:42:40 Diplomatic Cover for Espionage Operations
00:47:03 Buying a Stinger Missile | Flipper 75
00:56:01 QRF on Undercover Missions
01:05:29 From Bar Bouncer to Paramilitary Officer
01:12:21 Maintaining a Cover Identity
01:19:16 The Hangover]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62385020Wed, 16 Oct 2024 14:17:52 +0000Justin CramerKirk Spradley is a former Force Recon Marine that has also served as a Blackwater Contractor and as a paramilitary officer in clandestine operations. His clandestine operations include buying the stinger missile launcher used in the shoot-down of...
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00:00:00 Intro | Blackwater Team Organization
00:07:29 Driving Blackwater Vehicles
00:17:14 Meeting Erik Prince
00:24:25 Military Industrial Complex
00:32:10 I Quit | It's Not For Everyone
00:37:38 Paramilitary Officer
00:42:40 Diplomatic Cover for Espionage Operations
00:47:03 Buying a Stinger Missile | Flipper 75
00:56:01 QRF on Undercover Missions
01:05:29 From Bar Bouncer to Paramilitary Officer
01:12:21 Maintaining a Cover Identity
01:19:16 The Hangover]]>5850truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-219-kirk-spradley-force-recon-blackwater-contractor--62012127War Junkie: A Cautionary Tale.

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00:00:00 Intro Ad
00:01:26 Military School
00:10:55 Marine Corps Boot Camp
00:23:21 Marine Corps Radio Operator
00:30:26 Joining Marine Recon
00:39:07 BRC vs ARS
00:43:34 Recon Team Missions
00:52:36 Wanting More | Tier 1 Options
01:03:54 Joining Blackwater
01:12:41 Blackwater Logistics
01:16:44 First Time in Combat | Ramadi 2005
01:20:08 Juba the Sniper
01:25:24 The Kill Video
01:35:30 What Happens When a Contractor is Killed
01:45:40 Becoming the Hunter | Special Mission Unit
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62012127Wed, 18 Sep 2024 13:35:52 +0000Justin CramerKirk Spradley is a former Force Recon Marine that has also served as a Blackwater Contractor and member of the National Guard. Kirk was in Ramadi as a Blackwater contractor during some of the heaviest fighting in 2005 and authored the book War Junkie:...War Junkie: A Cautionary Tale.

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00:00:00 Intro Ad
00:01:26 Military School
00:10:55 Marine Corps Boot Camp
00:23:21 Marine Corps Radio Operator
00:30:26 Joining Marine Recon
00:39:07 BRC vs ARS
00:43:34 Recon Team Missions
00:52:36 Wanting More | Tier 1 Options
01:03:54 Joining Blackwater
01:12:41 Blackwater Logistics
01:16:44 First Time in Combat | Ramadi 2005
01:20:08 Juba the Sniper
01:25:24 The Kill Video
01:35:30 What Happens When a Contractor is Killed
01:45:40 Becoming the Hunter | Special Mission Unit
]]>6778truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clip-042-invasion-of-iraq-k-3-7-assaultman-cody-anderson--61475842
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61475842Fri, 13 Sep 2024 17:45:38 +0000Justin CramerCody Anderson is a former Marine infantry assaultman and Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Tech that took part in the invasion of Iraq with Kilo Company 3rd Battalion 7th Marine Regiment. In this clip taken from Ep. 129, Cody details the opening hours...
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]]>996truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clip-041-marsoc-det-1-snipers-in-iraq-john-dailey--61326458
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00:00:00 Intro
00:04:39 Setting Up the Urban Hide Site
00:09:03 Adapting to Patterns of Life Changes
00:12:12 Urban Hide Site Security
00:14:07 Lessons Learned
00:17:12 MARSOC Det 1 Sniper Rifles
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61326458Tue, 10 Sep 2024 18:20:27 +0000Justin CramerJohn Dailey is a former member of the experimental MARSOC Detachment 1 who was hand selected to create the Marine Raider sniper program. Prior to Det 1, John served with the 3rd Battalion 7th Marines Surveillance and Target Acquisition platoon and 1st...
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00:00:00 Intro
00:04:39 Setting Up the Urban Hide Site
00:09:03 Adapting to Patterns of Life Changes
00:12:12 Urban Hide Site Security
00:14:07 Lessons Learned
00:17:12 MARSOC Det 1 Sniper Rifles
]]>1158falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-218-mick-hawkes-22-sas-29-commandos--61252286
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00:00:00 Security Consultant
00:07:38 Undercover in Northern Ireland
00:28:03 Junior Parachute Regiment
00:35:02 Falklands War
00:51:54 British All Arms Commando Course
00:56:41 Special Air Service (SAS) Selection
01:08:41 Setting SAS Selection Time Standards
01:13:37 Jungle Warfare Phase of SAS Selection
01:22:37 Combat Survival (SERE) | SAS Selection
01:30:27 Anti-Terrorist Training | Joining an SAS Squadron
01:35:34 Breaching Blast Injury
01:44:24 Post-Combat Decompression
01:47:05 Is SAS or Delta Force Better?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61252286Tue, 03 Sep 2024 14:57:31 +0000Justin CramerMichael "Mick" Hawkes is a retired member of the UK's B Squadron 22 Special Air Service (SAS). Mick also served with 29 Commandos and 2 Para. His deployments included fighting in the Falkland War, surveillance operations in Northern Ireland, and...
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00:00:00 Security Consultant
00:07:38 Undercover in Northern Ireland
00:28:03 Junior Parachute Regiment
00:35:02 Falklands War
00:51:54 British All Arms Commando Course
00:56:41 Special Air Service (SAS) Selection
01:08:41 Setting SAS Selection Time Standards
01:13:37 Jungle Warfare Phase of SAS Selection
01:22:37 Combat Survival (SERE) | SAS Selection
01:30:27 Anti-Terrorist Training | Joining an SAS Squadron
01:35:34 Breaching Blast Injury
01:44:24 Post-Combat Decompression
01:47:05 Is SAS or Delta Force Better?]]>7094falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clip-040-foreign-commando-courses-delta-force-operator-tom-satterly--61032381
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61032381Thu, 15 Aug 2024 10:00:03 +0000Justin CramerTom Satterly retired as a Delta Force Operator but began his Army career as an engineer stationed in Europe. Tom took advantage of opportunities to attend commando courses hosted by both the French and German militaries. Hear the entire conversation...
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]]>644truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-217-john-dailey-marsoc-det-1-chief-sniper--61009381
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00:00:00 Intro | First Recon Unit in Afghanistan
00:18:44 Recon Gear Upgrades
00:26:15 Gen Mattis and Camp Rhino
00:29:29 Military Free Fall Parachute Ops
00:45:38 Combatant Diver
00:50:31 Math for Marines
00:55:26 Special Operations Training Group
01:04:13 Sniper, Ranger, and Recon Challenges
01:13:33 Recon & Sniper Legacy
01:21:36 The Mental Health Toll
01:34:04 MARSOC Det 1 Training | Precision Shooters
01:44:15 MARSOC Det 1 in Iraq
01:49:19 Sniper Mission in Najaf
02:00:36 Urban Hide Site Security
02:06:13 Sniper Rifles and Technology]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61009381Tue, 13 Aug 2024 12:00:03 +0000Justin CramerJohn Dailey is a retired Marine sniper who served with the experimental MARSOC Detachment 1 as the Chief Sniper. He was an original member of the unit and helped build their Sniper program from the ground up. In 2004, he and his team served in Iraq as...
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00:00:00 Intro | First Recon Unit in Afghanistan
00:18:44 Recon Gear Upgrades
00:26:15 Gen Mattis and Camp Rhino
00:29:29 Military Free Fall Parachute Ops
00:45:38 Combatant Diver
00:50:31 Math for Marines
00:55:26 Special Operations Training Group
01:04:13 Sniper, Ranger, and Recon Challenges
01:13:33 Recon & Sniper Legacy
01:21:36 The Mental Health Toll
01:34:04 MARSOC Det 1 Training | Precision Shooters
01:44:15 MARSOC Det 1 in Iraq
01:49:19 Sniper Mission in Najaf
02:00:36 Urban Hide Site Security
02:06:13 Sniper Rifles and Technology]]>8295falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clip-039-first-deployment-with-australian-special-operations-troy-knight--60990715
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60990715Sun, 11 Aug 2024 20:03:17 +0000Justin CramerTroy Knight is a retired Australian combat controller (CCT), private military contractor, and author of Havoc-06. In this clip taken from Ep. 147 of the Former Action Guys Podcast, Knight talks about his first deployment as a CCT and how his team hit...
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]]>539falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-216-jason-angell-anglico-officer-and-marine-infantryman--60941991
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60941991Wed, 07 Aug 2024 00:00:15 +0000Justin CramerJason Angell was an enlisted Marine infantryman that left the service after an injury and came back as an officer. He participated in the invasion of Iraq and also served as an ANGLICO Firepower Control Team leader during a deployment to Ramadi. Check...
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]]>6734truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clip-038-delta-force-operator-training-course--60865715
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60865715Tue, 30 Jul 2024 17:55:12 +0000Justin CramerRobert Keller is a former Army Ranger, Green Beret, and Delta Force Operator. Robert now owns Range Werx Florida and provides tactics instruction across the country. Support the show https://www.jcramergraphics.com https://www.ANGLICOshop.com...
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]]>616falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clip-037-attack-on-pb-orbi-and-fob-shir-ghazi-anglico-marine-clay-nygard--60815676
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00:00:00 Intro | Fake 152 IED
00:01:53 Scoring Opium on Deployment
00:03:04 SVBIED Attack on FOB Shur Gazi
00:08:41 FOB Orbi Is Vaporized
00:11:37 Medevacs Arrive
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60815676Fri, 26 Jul 2024 16:04:45 +0000Justin CramerClay Nygard is an ANGLICO Marine and artillery officer supporting the Georgian Liaison Teams working with the Republic of Georgia forces that were attacked at Patrol Base Orbi and Forward Operating Base Shir Ghazi with two separate car bombs in the...
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00:00:00 Intro | Fake 152 IED
00:01:53 Scoring Opium on Deployment
00:03:04 SVBIED Attack on FOB Shur Gazi
00:08:41 FOB Orbi Is Vaporized
00:11:37 Medevacs Arrive
]]>775truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-215-doug-petersen-vietnam-dustoff-pilot-uh-60-instructor--60790269
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00:00:00 Intro | Virginia Military Institute
00:06:59 From High School to Flight School
00:24:20 Training Helicopters to Hueys
00:28:04 Early Huey Models
00:32:41 Flight School to Vietnam
00:46:25 Dustoff's Impact
00:51:30 A Day in the Life of a Dustoff Pilot
01:01:38 First Time Getting Shot Down
01:13:25 Second Time Being Shot Down
01:19:45 Hanoi Hilton Stories
01:24:24 Leaving Vietnam]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60790269Wed, 24 Jul 2024 16:28:20 +0000Justin CramerDoug Petersen was a dustoff pilot in the Vietnam War and was shot down two times during his tour. Doug earned the callsign DUSTOFF 34 after becoming an aircraft commander for the Bell UH-1H Iroquois (Huey) and flew over 950 combat hours. Support the...
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00:00:00 Intro | Virginia Military Institute
00:06:59 From High School to Flight School
00:24:20 Training Helicopters to Hueys
00:28:04 Early Huey Models
00:32:41 Flight School to Vietnam
00:46:25 Dustoff's Impact
00:51:30 A Day in the Life of a Dustoff Pilot
01:01:38 First Time Getting Shot Down
01:13:25 Second Time Being Shot Down
01:19:45 Hanoi Hilton Stories
01:24:24 Leaving Vietnam]]>5665truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clip-036-shot-down-in-vietnam-capt-jerry-geller--60506728
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00:00:00 Intro
00:12:13 70's Marine Corps
00:14:05 World At War
00:22:01 The Draft | Women in the Draft
00:38:39 Meeting Carlos Hathcock
00:46:43 Marine Security Guard Duty
00:57:20 Stationed in Cypress
01:07:46 Iranian Situation | Arriving in Iran
01:22:28 The Embassy Assault Begins
01:31:56 The Embassy is Breached
01:41:44 The Last Stand
02:04:29 Initial Capture
02:10:50 Moved to an Iranian Hospital
02:19:45 Mevin Prison
02:24:56 Introduction to the Torture Chair
02:34:39 Trial and Execution Order
02:44:55 Red Cross Arrives
02:55:08 Heading Home
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60491838Tue, 25 Jun 2024 11:01:13 +0000Justin CramerKenneth Kraus is a former Marine embassy guard that was sent to Tehran to reinforce their posts during the Iranian Revolution. After terrorists breached the embassy walls, Ken and two other Marines fought back and ensured the safety of civilians...
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00:00:00 Intro
00:12:13 70's Marine Corps
00:14:05 World At War
00:22:01 The Draft | Women in the Draft
00:38:39 Meeting Carlos Hathcock
00:46:43 Marine Security Guard Duty
00:57:20 Stationed in Cypress
01:07:46 Iranian Situation | Arriving in Iran
01:22:28 The Embassy Assault Begins
01:31:56 The Embassy is Breached
01:41:44 The Last Stand
02:04:29 Initial Capture
02:10:50 Moved to an Iranian Hospital
02:19:45 Mevin Prison
02:24:56 Introduction to the Torture Chair
02:34:39 Trial and Execution Order
02:44:55 Red Cross Arrives
02:55:08 Heading Home
]]>11814truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clip-035-msot-8212-joining-the-team--60458298
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https://fullarmorfarm.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60458298Fri, 21 Jun 2024 09:00:09 +0000Justin CramerJoint Terminal Attack Controllers (JTAC) at Marine Special Operations Command (MARSOC) attach to Marine Special Operations Teams (MSOT) for deployments after being trained and evaluated by some of the best fire supporters in the US military. This clip...
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60439818Wed, 19 Jun 2024 17:43:50 +0000Justin CramerEric Sauvé is a retired infantry officer that served with Canada's Royal 22e Régiment. Eric's military journey spanned from his entry into the Royal Military College of Canada to being an intelligence liaison with the Defense Intelligence Agency in...
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]]>6431falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clip-034-delta-force-operator-hiking-the-pacific-crest-trail-and-appalachian-trail--60387837
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60387837Fri, 14 Jun 2024 17:36:31 +0000Justin CramerTodd Opalski is a retired United States Marine Corps reconnaissance man and JSOC Delta Operator that thrives in the outdoors. In this clip taken from Ep. 166, Todd details his experience on two of the worlds hardest hiking trails. Support the show: ...
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]]>1097falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-212-john-dailey-marsoc-detachment-1-and-recon-sniper--60350921
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00:00:00 Intro
00:10:35 Failing the Recon Indoc | Drown Proofing
00:13:05 Passing Out During HAHO Jump
00:16:28 Assigned to 3/7 STA
00:22:33 Upholding the Legacy
00:32:17 STA Platoon Weapons and Training
00:45:23 Marine Security Guard (MSG) Duty
00:56:54 Empowering Young Leaders
01:05:57 Combat Technology
01:12:00 Orders to Recon Battalion
01:17:36 1st to Respond to 9/11
01:25:39 First Engagement in Afghanistan
01:34:42 Proper Planning Prevents Piss Poor Performance
01:39:57 MARSOC Detachment 1]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60350921Tue, 11 Jun 2024 15:32:06 +0000Justin CramerJohn Dailey is a former member of the experimental MARSOC Detachment 1 who was hand selected to create the Marine Raider sniper program. Prior to Det 1, John served with the 3rd Battalion 7th Marines Surveillance and Target Acquisition platoon and 1st...
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00:00:00 Intro
00:10:35 Failing the Recon Indoc | Drown Proofing
00:13:05 Passing Out During HAHO Jump
00:16:28 Assigned to 3/7 STA
00:22:33 Upholding the Legacy
00:32:17 STA Platoon Weapons and Training
00:45:23 Marine Security Guard (MSG) Duty
00:56:54 Empowering Young Leaders
01:05:57 Combat Technology
01:12:00 Orders to Recon Battalion
01:17:36 1st to Respond to 9/11
01:25:39 First Engagement in Afghanistan
01:34:42 Proper Planning Prevents Piss Poor Performance
01:39:57 MARSOC Detachment 1]]>7343falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clip-033-marsoc-jtac-never-stop-learning--60163614
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60163614Fri, 24 May 2024 17:16:36 +0000Justin CramerMarine Special Operations Command (MARSOC) joint terminal attack controller (JTAC) Tony Musselman and host Justin Cramer discuss JTAC technology and Tony's pre-deployment training for his second Raider Battalion deployment. Check out the entire...
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]]>793falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-211-brian-dickinson-navy-rescue-swimmer-and-everest-summiteer--60110222
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00:00:00 Wagner Loves What?
00:07:16 US Navy Rescue Swimmer
00:13:53 Airliner Goes Down
00:20:07 Iraqi Fishermen Eaten By Sharks
00:26:27 Getting into Mountaineering
00:33:46 Advice for New Climbers
00:37:41 Mountain Bodies
00:43:49 High Altitude Climbing is a Lifestyle
00:50:34 Climbing the Highest Peak on Each Continent
00:58:04 Sherpa Culture
01:06:28 How Long it Took | Base Camp to Summit
01:09:45 Summit Day
01:22:14 Verifying a Summit | Himalayan Database
01:30:17 The Blind Descent
01:46:10 Snow Blindness
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60110222Tue, 21 May 2024 09:42:49 +0000Justin CramerBrian Dickinson is a former Navy aviation rescue swimmer who is also a mountaineer that has summited Everest. After summiting the world's highest peak solo, Brian lost his sight to snow blindness and completed his descent with the ability to see. His...
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00:00:00 Wagner Loves What?
00:07:16 US Navy Rescue Swimmer
00:13:53 Airliner Goes Down
00:20:07 Iraqi Fishermen Eaten By Sharks
00:26:27 Getting into Mountaineering
00:33:46 Advice for New Climbers
00:37:41 Mountain Bodies
00:43:49 High Altitude Climbing is a Lifestyle
00:50:34 Climbing the Highest Peak on Each Continent
00:58:04 Sherpa Culture
01:06:28 How Long it Took | Base Camp to Summit
01:09:45 Summit Day
01:22:14 Verifying a Summit | Himalayan Database
01:30:17 The Blind Descent
01:46:10 Snow Blindness
]]>7206falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-210-nick-aicardi-military-police-and-afghan-advisor--59745697
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59745697Wed, 01 May 2024 02:55:24 +0000Justin CramerNick Aicardi is a former US Marine who was Military Police and an Afghan Police Advisor. Nick also hosts the Hard to Kill Podcast where he interviews veterans from all backgrounds and it's available on most platforms. Support the show...
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]]>4708truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clip-032-marjah-combat-operations-1st-battalion-6th-marines-brandon-harris--59657232
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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59657232Thu, 25 Apr 2024 17:29:24 +0000Justin CramerBrandon Harris is a Marine infantryman that deployed to Afghanistan three times. He served with 1/6 during the Battle of Marjah and describes some of his experiences in this clip taken from Ep. 163. Support the show...
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59428365Fri, 12 Apr 2024 00:56:38 +0000Justin CramerJason Lilley and other Recon Marines of 2nd Platoon, Bravo Company, 1st Recon Battalion were ambushed while moving on the dangerous roads around Fallujah, Iraq. The fight that ensued would end with bodies littering the battlefield after Lilley and the...
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]]>1267falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-209-isaac-lee-ch-53-weapons-and-tactics-instructor--59368995
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00:00:00 Intro
00:05:32 Smuggled Booze Causes a Problem
00:17:49 Alcohol Related Incidents
00:22:23 Preparing to Go Back to Iraq
00:26:04 Dignified Transfer of Remains
00:29:29 Asshole Marine
00:35:53 No Dwell Time for the Weary
00:40:58 All Officer's Meeting | Is the CO too Risky?
00:46:11 Flying in a Sandstorm at Night | When Pilots Quit
00:56:12 Operation Rawah
01:00:28 3rd Deployment to Iraq
01:06:03 Attending the Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) Course
01:13:11 4th Deployment | Working with Task Force Operators
01:32:59 Special Operations MH-53 PAVE LOW]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59368995Tue, 09 Apr 2024 16:08:48 +0000Justin CramerIsaac Lee is back for round two of our conversation. We talk about his 3 other deployments to Iraq, working with the special operations task force, and some leadership lessons learned along the way. Support the show...
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00:00:00 Intro
00:05:32 Smuggled Booze Causes a Problem
00:17:49 Alcohol Related Incidents
00:22:23 Preparing to Go Back to Iraq
00:26:04 Dignified Transfer of Remains
00:29:29 Asshole Marine
00:35:53 No Dwell Time for the Weary
00:40:58 All Officer's Meeting | Is the CO too Risky?
00:46:11 Flying in a Sandstorm at Night | When Pilots Quit
00:56:12 Operation Rawah
01:00:28 3rd Deployment to Iraq
01:06:03 Attending the Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) Course
01:13:11 4th Deployment | Working with Task Force Operators
01:32:59 Special Operations MH-53 PAVE LOW]]>6045falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clip-030-attack-on-one-tree-hill-tommy-kerley--59308044
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Raise the Black
https://raisetheblack.live
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59308044Fri, 05 Apr 2024 14:36:08 +0000Justin CramerTommy Kerley is a former Marine fire support man and Joint Fires Observer (JFO) that served in Afghanistan with 1st Battalion 2nd Marines. Tommy describes an attack on their second day in country in this clip taken from Ep. 190. Tommy also runs the...
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https://raisetheblack.live
]]>1075truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-208-jeremy-stalnecker-1st-battalion-5th-marine-caat-platoon-commander-iraq-invasion--59269280
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00:00:00 Intro
00:07:23 Officer Candidate School | Platoon Leader's Course
00:16:04 Checking into 1/5
00:30:49 1/5 Prepares to Deploy
00:42:16 The Invasion Begins
00:50:16 CAAT Platoon Composition | First Javelin Shot
00:56:55 Enemy Encounters
01:03:43 Innocent Civilians in Baghdad
01:08:33 Platoon Commander in Combat
01:20:04 Reflecting on the War
01:33:46 Deciding to Leave the Marines
01:43:29 The Mighty Oaks Foundation]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59269280Tue, 02 Apr 2024 23:50:30 +0000Justin CramerJeremy Stalnecker is a former United States Marine Corps Infantry Officer that served with 1st Battalion 5th Marines during the invasion of Iraq. He speaks bluntly about his deployment. From the first javelin shot in combat to the impact on the...
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00:00:00 Intro
00:07:23 Officer Candidate School | Platoon Leader's Course
00:16:04 Checking into 1/5
00:30:49 1/5 Prepares to Deploy
00:42:16 The Invasion Begins
00:50:16 CAAT Platoon Composition | First Javelin Shot
00:56:55 Enemy Encounters
01:03:43 Innocent Civilians in Baghdad
01:08:33 Platoon Commander in Combat
01:20:04 Reflecting on the War
01:33:46 Deciding to Leave the Marines
01:43:29 The Mighty Oaks Foundation]]>6658truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-207-michael-golembesky-marsoc-jtac-and-level-zero-hero-author--59187180
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00:00:00 Intro
00:06:54 French Artillery Training | Expeditionary Fire Support System
00:11:45 The Best Billet for Field Artillerymen
00:17:07 Artillery Maintenance in Combat
00:20:00 Effects of Max Charge Artillery Shots
00:24:02 Tube Artillery vs HIMARS
00:26:40 Modern Fire Support and Emergence of Tactical Drone Warfare
00:37:12 Disinterested Public
00:40:32 Air Drops in Gaza
00:46:33 MSOT 8222 | Aerial Resupply was the Only Option
00:56:10 MSOT 8222 | Fire Support in Afghanistan
01:04:02 MSOT 8222 | Taliban Tunnel Systems
01:10:37 War Porn
01:19:06 MSOT 8222 | No One Is Coming
01:23:33 Level Zero Heroes
01:33:52 Military Recruiting and Retention]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59187180Tue, 26 Mar 2024 20:45:47 +0000Justin CramerMichael Golembesky is a former Marine JTAC that served with Kilo Battery 2nd Battalion 10th Marines and 2nd Marine Special Operations Battalion. After serving with Marine Special Operations Team 8222, Michael wrote Level Zero Heroes and the follow-up...
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00:00:00 Intro
00:06:54 French Artillery Training | Expeditionary Fire Support System
00:11:45 The Best Billet for Field Artillerymen
00:17:07 Artillery Maintenance in Combat
00:20:00 Effects of Max Charge Artillery Shots
00:24:02 Tube Artillery vs HIMARS
00:26:40 Modern Fire Support and Emergence of Tactical Drone Warfare
00:37:12 Disinterested Public
00:40:32 Air Drops in Gaza
00:46:33 MSOT 8222 | Aerial Resupply was the Only Option
00:56:10 MSOT 8222 | Fire Support in Afghanistan
01:04:02 MSOT 8222 | Taliban Tunnel Systems
01:10:37 War Porn
01:19:06 MSOT 8222 | No One Is Coming
01:23:33 Level Zero Heroes
01:33:52 Military Recruiting and Retention]]>6447truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clip-029-prisoner-of-war-michael-durant-and-the-black-hawk-down-incident--58981948
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00:00:00 After the Crash
00:03:16 SERE Kicks In
00:05:44 Somali Doctor Arrives
00:07:06 Visit From the Red Cross
00:09:48 Receives a Radio
00:13:13 Treatment as a POW
00:15:27 Letters From a Warlord]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58981948Sat, 09 Mar 2024 13:32:48 +0000Justin CramerMichael Durant is a former pilot with the 160th Special Operation Aviation Regiment and flew Super 64 during the Black Hawk Down incident of Operation Gothic Serpent. Mike was briefly held as a Prisoner of War after his UH-60 crashed. Hear his entire...
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00:00:00 After the Crash
00:03:16 SERE Kicks In
00:05:44 Somali Doctor Arrives
00:07:06 Visit From the Red Cross
00:09:48 Receives a Radio
00:13:13 Treatment as a POW
00:15:27 Letters From a Warlord]]>1248truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-206-isaac-lee-ch-53e-pilot-and-wti--58932844
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00:00:00 CH-53 Crash in California
00:08:03 How an Accident Investigation is Handled
00:11:10 Path to Becoming a Pilot
00:26:43 CH-53 Upgrades
00:34:01 Learning to be a Better Pilot
00:40:22 Night Systems Instructor Qualification
00:43:20 Terrain Flying Instructor
00:48:26 Air Threats in Iraq
00:51:03 UDP | Iwo Jima
00:59:22 Sketchy Helo Flight
01:13:49 Preparing for OIF-1
01:19:33 First Combat Flight
01:30:51 The Danger of Being Too Good]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58932844Tue, 05 Mar 2024 15:37:15 +0000Justin CramerIsaac Lee is a retired CH-53 pilot and WTI that served in both Iraq and Afghanistan. Following his retirement, Lee wrote his memoir Hanger 4 based on his more than two decades of service as a Naval Aviator. Support the show...
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00:00:00 CH-53 Crash in California
00:08:03 How an Accident Investigation is Handled
00:11:10 Path to Becoming a Pilot
00:26:43 CH-53 Upgrades
00:34:01 Learning to be a Better Pilot
00:40:22 Night Systems Instructor Qualification
00:43:20 Terrain Flying Instructor
00:48:26 Air Threats in Iraq
00:51:03 UDP | Iwo Jima
00:59:22 Sketchy Helo Flight
01:13:49 Preparing for OIF-1
01:19:33 First Combat Flight
01:30:51 The Danger of Being Too Good]]>6410falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-205-jeff-bodell-marine-corps-military-police-afghan-police-advisor--58769948
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58769948Wed, 21 Feb 2024 19:57:25 +0000Justin CramerJeff Bodell is a Marine Corps military police officer that wrote The Warfighter's Lounge about a single patrol during his time as an Afghan police advisor in Marjah. He and his team were ambushed by Taliban forces during a day he and his team would...
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]]>6569falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clip-028-operation-lexington-ch-47-down-marsoc-jtac-ryan-stevens--58614685
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Ryan's book
https://www.fullarmorfarm.com/products]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58614685Thu, 08 Feb 2024 19:53:40 +0000Justin CramerRyan Stevens; a former US Marine JTAC that served with ANGLICO, MARSOC, and DEVGRU; shares his firsthand account of Operation Lexington. Join him as he takes you through this collaboration between MSOT 8212, Army Special Forces, and DEA...
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Ryan's book
https://www.fullarmorfarm.com/products]]>748truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-204-robert-keller-delta-force-operator-army-special-forces-and-army-ranger--58591413
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00:00:00 The Plan
00:04:03 Combat is My Passion
00:09:20 Deploying with Special Forces
00:17:26 Ranger Battalion Pre-9/11
00:22:41 GWOT Green Berets
00:25:47 The Fighting was Better in Afghanistan
00:28:31 Are we Training the Enemy?
00:33:43 Prepping for Delta Force Selection
00:41:52 Passing Selection
00:45:22 SF Selection is Harder than Delta Force Selection
00:52:53 Operator Training Course
01:00:15 The Danger of Staying in CAG too Long
01:15:50 Ranger Werx]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58591413Tue, 06 Feb 2024 20:57:39 +0000Justin CramerRobert Keller is a former Army Ranger, Green Beret, and Delta Force Operator. Robert now owns Range Werx Florida and provides tactics instruction across the country. Support the show: https://patreon.com/formeractionguys https://jcramergraphics.com...
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00:00:00 The Plan
00:04:03 Combat is My Passion
00:09:20 Deploying with Special Forces
00:17:26 Ranger Battalion Pre-9/11
00:22:41 GWOT Green Berets
00:25:47 The Fighting was Better in Afghanistan
00:28:31 Are we Training the Enemy?
00:33:43 Prepping for Delta Force Selection
00:41:52 Passing Selection
00:45:22 SF Selection is Harder than Delta Force Selection
00:52:53 Operator Training Course
01:00:15 The Danger of Staying in CAG too Long
01:15:50 Ranger Werx]]>5128truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clip-027-why-do-we-need-marsoc-leaders-understanding-support-capabilities--58516900
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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58516900Wed, 31 Jan 2024 17:07:04 +0000Justin CramerBryan Buckley is a Marine Infantry Officer, Recon Marine, and MARSOC Raider. We relay our experiences with leadership failing to understand specialists designed to support their mission in this clip taken from Ep. 200. Support the show!...
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00:00:00 Intro | Family History
00:04:51 Joining the Marines
00:13:25 Young Marines Losing Motivation
00:21:11 Maintaining a Combat Mindset
00:33:00 Motor-T Gets in the Fight
00:36:39 Force Design 2030 Controversy
00:50:31 Recruitment and Retainment Issues
01:09:25 The Machine Doesn't Stop
01:18:10 Bad Monitor
01:21:33 Commandant for the Day
01:27:32 Military Education Benefits
01:30:58 Transition from Gunny to First Sergeant
01:34:57 Be Prepared | 2nd Raider Battalion
01:49:03 Combat Instructor
01:59:32 Being Present as a Leader
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58458080Fri, 26 Jan 2024 14:56:21 +0000Justin CramerShamus Flynn is a retired Marine First Sergeant that served with 2nd Raider Battalion, 1st Battalion 23rd Marines, FSSG, School of Infantry and others. His motor-t background opened up opportunities to serve in multiple roles in multiple units over...
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00:00:00 Intro | Family History
00:04:51 Joining the Marines
00:13:25 Young Marines Losing Motivation
00:21:11 Maintaining a Combat Mindset
00:33:00 Motor-T Gets in the Fight
00:36:39 Force Design 2030 Controversy
00:50:31 Recruitment and Retainment Issues
01:09:25 The Machine Doesn't Stop
01:18:10 Bad Monitor
01:21:33 Commandant for the Day
01:27:32 Military Education Benefits
01:30:58 Transition from Gunny to First Sergeant
01:34:57 Be Prepared | 2nd Raider Battalion
01:49:03 Combat Instructor
01:59:32 Being Present as a Leader
]]>7982truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clip-026-life-on-the-tip-of-the-spear-with-delta-force-operator-dale-comstock--58436829
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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58436829Wed, 24 Jan 2024 20:04:34 +0000Justin CramerDale Comstock is a former member of the US Army's elite Delta Force and describes the life and sacrifices of a tier one operator in this clip taken from Ep. 150. Support the show! https://patreon.com/formeractionguys https://jcramergraphics.com...
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00:00:00 Intro / Joining the Army
00:10:35 Drive to Become a Pilot
00:18:20 Midair Collision in Flight School
00:21:11 From OH-55s to Black Hawks
00:24:05 Learning to Fly From Vietnam Pilots
00:28:00 Medevac in Korea
00:37:39 Hearing About The 160th
00:42:01 Accidentally Checking into the 101st Airborne
00:50:09 Most Difficult Type of Flying
01:01:09 160th Assessment | Green Platoon
01:06:01 Surprised by the Mission | 1st Deployment with 160th
01:10:34 Black Hawk Armament
01:12:53 Operation Just Cause
01:21:27 Hunting Scuds in Iraq
01:28:45 Gothic Serpent | Mogadishu
01:38:34 Things are Starting to Go Wrong
01:43:34 Super 64 is Going Down
01:51:35 I Thought They Were the Rescue Force
01:54:02 Prisoner of War]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58320776Tue, 16 Jan 2024 16:30:15 +0000Justin CramerMichael is a former 160th SOAR Black Hawk pilot who served in Operations Prime Chance, Just Cause, Desert Storm, and Gothic Serpent. Michael was held captive after his Blackhawk was shot down in Mogadishu and wrote about the ordeal in his book In The...
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00:00:00 Intro / Joining the Army
00:10:35 Drive to Become a Pilot
00:18:20 Midair Collision in Flight School
00:21:11 From OH-55s to Black Hawks
00:24:05 Learning to Fly From Vietnam Pilots
00:28:00 Medevac in Korea
00:37:39 Hearing About The 160th
00:42:01 Accidentally Checking into the 101st Airborne
00:50:09 Most Difficult Type of Flying
01:01:09 160th Assessment | Green Platoon
01:06:01 Surprised by the Mission | 1st Deployment with 160th
01:10:34 Black Hawk Armament
01:12:53 Operation Just Cause
01:21:27 Hunting Scuds in Iraq
01:28:45 Gothic Serpent | Mogadishu
01:38:34 Things are Starting to Go Wrong
01:43:34 Super 64 is Going Down
01:51:35 I Thought They Were the Rescue Force
01:54:02 Prisoner of War]]>8297truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-201-morgan-lerette-private-military-contractor--58237937
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Morgan's Book
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00:00:00 Intro / Kabul Disaster
00:09:52 Private Military Contractors Wars
00:16:43 Military Industrial Complex
00:21:22 Guns, Girls, and Greed
00:24:14 Earn the Title Every Day
00:27:05 FBI Investigates Blackwater Contractor
00:38:57 PMC's Making Money From Southern Border Crisis
01:00:12 Getting Contacted About Contract Job Opportunities
01:03:53 Blackwater Might Sue
01:08:55 Blackwater on a Resume
01:11:23 Getting Away From Government Work
01:18:45 What Rank Matters?
01:22:38 The Military is Still a Good Job
01:32:02 DOJ Politics]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58237937Tue, 09 Jan 2024 08:59:19 +0000Justin CramerMorgan Lerette is an Air Force and Army veteran that also served as a Blackwater private military contractor from 2004-2005. Morgan is also the author of Welcome to Blackwater and Guns, Girls, & Greed. Support the show...
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00:00:00 Intro / Kabul Disaster
00:09:52 Private Military Contractors Wars
00:16:43 Military Industrial Complex
00:21:22 Guns, Girls, and Greed
00:24:14 Earn the Title Every Day
00:27:05 FBI Investigates Blackwater Contractor
00:38:57 PMC's Making Money From Southern Border Crisis
01:00:12 Getting Contacted About Contract Job Opportunities
01:03:53 Blackwater Might Sue
01:08:55 Blackwater on a Resume
01:11:23 Getting Away From Government Work
01:18:45 What Rank Matters?
01:22:38 The Military is Still a Good Job
01:32:02 DOJ Politics]]>6012truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-200-bryan-buckley-marine-raider-and-recon-marine--58097479
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00:00:00 Bryan Buckley Intro
00:07:26 Skillbridge Program
00:09:37 Gen Mattis Video
00:20:35 The Little Things
00:24:14 Earn the Title Every Day
00:27:18 Why Do We Need MARSOC?
00:35:02 Know Your Support's Capabilities
00:41:06 AC-130
00:46:25 Combined Arms and Building Rapport
00:52:29 Warrant Officers at MARSOC?
00:55:54 Racism in Africa
01:05:03 Dealing with People
01:16:27 Should Marines Bring Back Division Patches
01:22:30 Veteran Networking]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58097479Fri, 22 Dec 2023 16:12:45 +0000Justin CramerBryan Buckley is a former Marine infantry officer, Recon Marine, and MARSOC Raider. Bryan now owns the Helmand Valley Growers Company and advocates for mental health treatments for veterans. Check out Bryan's previous interviews on Eps. 123 and 136....
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00:00:00 Bryan Buckley Intro
00:07:26 Skillbridge Program
00:09:37 Gen Mattis Video
00:20:35 The Little Things
00:24:14 Earn the Title Every Day
00:27:18 Why Do We Need MARSOC?
00:35:02 Know Your Support's Capabilities
00:41:06 AC-130
00:46:25 Combined Arms and Building Rapport
00:52:29 Warrant Officers at MARSOC?
00:55:54 Racism in Africa
01:05:03 Dealing with People
01:16:27 Should Marines Bring Back Division Patches
01:22:30 Veteran Networking]]>6303truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clip-025-controversy-after-1st-marine-raider-battalion-is-ordered-to-move-to-camp-lejeune--58011088
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Bryan's Site
https://hvgcompany.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58011088Thu, 14 Dec 2023 19:30:23 +0000Justin CramerMarine Special Operations Command made the decision to consolidate all three Marine Raider Battalions at Camp Lejeune, NC. Former west coast based operators and veterans of 1st MSOB continue to speak out about the decision. Support the show:...
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Bryan's Site
https://hvgcompany.com]]>359falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clip-024-marsoc-raiders-forging-an-identity--57998575
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https://hvgcompany.com/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57998575Wed, 13 Dec 2023 17:32:50 +0000Justin CramerBryan Buckley is a former Marine Infantry Officer, Recon Marine, and MARSOC Raider. The higher echelons of the Marine Corps command initially did not approve of the usage of Marine Raider by their special operators but things eventually changed....
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Bryan's site
https://hvgcompany.com/]]>526falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-199-tracy-offutt-retired-marine-infantryman-and-anglico-sergeant-major--57921249
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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57921249Tue, 05 Dec 2023 20:23:30 +0000Justin CramerTracy Offutt joins me again to catch up. Tracy is a retired Marine Infantryman and former Sergeant Major of 1st ANGLICO. If you haven't heard our previous episodes, make sure to check them out! Support the show https://patreon.com...
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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>8121truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clip-023-he-chopped-off-his-own-finger-millennials-in-combat--57611255
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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57611255Mon, 13 Nov 2023 11:00:03 +0000Justin CramerScott Campbell is a retired Marine infantry officer that served with 2nd Recon Battalion, 2nd ANGLICO, and the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit. This clip starts with the dumbest thing he's seen a Marine do before moving into a discussion about...
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00:00:00 Intro | Joining the Air Force
00:09:59 Air Force Basic Training
00:13:44 Language Training
00:25:43 Maintaining Language Proficiency
00:32:27 AC-130 Gunship
00:36:47 Cryptologic Linguist's on an AC-130
00:40:24 Listening to the Enemy
00:47:43 First Mission
00:54:50 From Combat to Coffee | Aircrew Life
00:58:25 Finding an Outlet
01:14:14 Writing a Book Honestly
01:21:45 Fall of Afghanistan]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57501004Fri, 03 Nov 2023 14:38:41 +0000Justin CramerIan Fritz is a former USAF Airborne Cryptologic Linguist that was a crew member on the AC-130 W. Ian's more than 3 years of language training enabled him to listen in on enemy radio transmissions and update the AC-130 crew and ground forces in...
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00:00:00 Intro | Joining the Air Force
00:09:59 Air Force Basic Training
00:13:44 Language Training
00:25:43 Maintaining Language Proficiency
00:32:27 AC-130 Gunship
00:36:47 Cryptologic Linguist's on an AC-130
00:40:24 Listening to the Enemy
00:47:43 First Mission
00:54:50 From Combat to Coffee | Aircrew Life
00:58:25 Finding an Outlet
01:14:14 Writing a Book Honestly
01:21:45 Fall of Afghanistan]]>6521falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clip-022-anglico-marine-details-the-battle-of-khafji-gulf-war--57382965
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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57382965Wed, 25 Oct 2023 17:14:38 +0000Justin CramerRetired Master Gunnery Sergeant Michael Garcia describes one of the earliest engagements of the Gulf War that involved American units being briefly overrun by the Iraqi Army's 5th Mechanized Division. Elements from 1st ANGLICO and 3D ANGLICO fought...
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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>1124falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clip-021-canadian-special-forces-jtf-2--57198729
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Jeff's sites
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https://posttraumaticgrowth.film]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57198729Wed, 11 Oct 2023 18:19:14 +0000Justin CramerJeff Depatie is a retired Canadian special operations soldier that served with their equivalent of Delta Force, Joint Task Force 2 (JTF 2). Depatie reviews Canadian military history and goes into JTF 2 selection in this clip taken from Ep. 184 of the...
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Jeff's sites
https://thespecialforcesexperience.com/
https://posttraumaticgrowth.film]]>665canadian,canadian-army,joint-task-force-2,jtf2,jtf-2falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-197-jay-dorleus-army-special-forces-engineer-sergeant--57180448
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00:00:00 Intro | Migrating to the US
00:09:14 Joining the Army
00:16:07 Army Basic Training
00:18:11 Army Combat Engineer
00:21:30 First Iraq Deployment
00:29:01 Second Iraq Deployment
00:32:19 Route Clearance Platoon
00:43:47 Losing Guys
00:48:33 Introduction to Special Forces
00:52:18 Stop Loss | Iraq Deployment Extension
00:55:35 Special Forces Selection
01:00:11 Phases of Special Forces Selection
01:06:06 Special Forces Engineer Training
01:13:56 Selection Never Stops
01:24:27 Most Challenging School
01:28:19 First Special Forces Deployment]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57180448Tue, 10 Oct 2023 15:01:50 +0000Justin CramerJay Dorleus is a retired US Army First Sergeant that served more than a decade as a Green Beret. Prior to joining Special Forces, Jay was a combat engineer that deployed twice to Iraq. Standby for our follow-up interview! Support the show...
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00:00:00 Intro | Migrating to the US
00:09:14 Joining the Army
00:16:07 Army Basic Training
00:18:11 Army Combat Engineer
00:21:30 First Iraq Deployment
00:29:01 Second Iraq Deployment
00:32:19 Route Clearance Platoon
00:43:47 Losing Guys
00:48:33 Introduction to Special Forces
00:52:18 Stop Loss | Iraq Deployment Extension
00:55:35 Special Forces Selection
01:00:11 Phases of Special Forces Selection
01:06:06 Special Forces Engineer Training
01:13:56 Selection Never Stops
01:24:27 Most Challenging School
01:28:19 First Special Forces Deployment]]>6560green-beret,special-forcesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-196-jaime-gallardo-marsoc-eod--56855526
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Jaime's site
https://financialenabler.substack.com/

00:00:00 Intro | Motor T to EOD
00:07:17 EOD School Phases
00:15:03 Most Difficult Part of EOD School
00:20:32 First EOD Unit
00:23:27 Hazards of the Job
00:29:02 Social Media Influencer
00:42:19 EOD Officers
00:48:33 MARSOC EOD
01:07:49 MARSOC EOD Pre-Deployment Training
01:16:21 MARSOC Deployment
01:29:59 Military Money
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56855526Tue, 19 Sep 2023 14:23:01 +0000Justin CramerJaime Gallardo is a former Marine Corps EOD tech that served with MARSOC and MLG. Gallardo continues to work in the field as a civilian instructor and also runs the @financial.enabler Instagram account where he shares financial advice for service...
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00:00:00 Intro | Motor T to EOD
00:07:17 EOD School Phases
00:15:03 Most Difficult Part of EOD School
00:20:32 First EOD Unit
00:23:27 Hazards of the Job
00:29:02 Social Media Influencer
00:42:19 EOD Officers
00:48:33 MARSOC EOD
01:07:49 MARSOC EOD Pre-Deployment Training
01:16:21 MARSOC Deployment
01:29:59 Military Money
]]>6272falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-195-ed-darack-victory-point-author-embedded-journalist--56626043
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Ed's site
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00:00:00 Intro | UAVs
00:09:00 Multi-Domain Combined Arms
00:18:48 Becoming a War Reporter
00:21:06 Meeting 2nd Battalion 3rd Marines
00:27:09 Getting the Marines Ambushed
00:29:39 Situation on the Ground
00:46:07 Operation Red Wings aka Lone Survivor
00:55:10 Communications Gear
00:59:03 Breakdown of Command and Control
01:06:17 Visiting the Attack Site
01:11:00 Debate Over the Accuracy of Lone Survivor
01:14:34 Threats for Telling the Story
01:18:38 Extortion 17
01:23:21 Joint Service Operations
01:37:46 Operaation Whalers
01:47:23 Why Write Victory Point?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56626043Tue, 29 Aug 2023 14:09:15 +0000Justin CramerEd Darack is an American author of multiple books including the controversial Victory Point that provides more detail to the Navy Seal Lone Survivor story. Ed was embedded with 2nd Battalion 3rd Marines and interviewed multiple participants of...
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00:00:00 Intro | UAVs
00:09:00 Multi-Domain Combined Arms
00:18:48 Becoming a War Reporter
00:21:06 Meeting 2nd Battalion 3rd Marines
00:27:09 Getting the Marines Ambushed
00:29:39 Situation on the Ground
00:46:07 Operation Red Wings aka Lone Survivor
00:55:10 Communications Gear
00:59:03 Breakdown of Command and Control
01:06:17 Visiting the Attack Site
01:11:00 Debate Over the Accuracy of Lone Survivor
01:14:34 Threats for Telling the Story
01:18:38 Extortion 17
01:23:21 Joint Service Operations
01:37:46 Operaation Whalers
01:47:23 Why Write Victory Point?]]>6749lone-survivor,marine-corps,victory-pointfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-194-vishal-amin-f-a-18-weapon-system-officer-and-jtac--56552697
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00:00:00 Intro
00:21:14 F/A-18 WSO Flight School
00:29:51 You Have to Take Vishal
00:41:18 What Does a Weapon System Officer Do?
00:47:37 Controlled Chaos
00:55:56 Gravity-induced Loss of Consciousness
01:01:22 Ejecting
01:06:31 2015 Deployment | !s!s Kill List
01:20:07 Cyber Security
01:29:39 Quantum Computing and Artificial Intelligence
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56552697Tue, 22 Aug 2023 08:11:17 +0000Justin CramerVishal Amin is a former United States Marine Corps F/A-18 weapon system officer (WSO) and enlisted military policeman. Following his 2014 deployment, Vishal was targeted on an !s!s attack list. Vishal now works at Microsoft and maintains a pulse on...
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00:00:00 Intro
00:21:14 F/A-18 WSO Flight School
00:29:51 You Have to Take Vishal
00:41:18 What Does a Weapon System Officer Do?
00:47:37 Controlled Chaos
00:55:56 Gravity-induced Loss of Consciousness
01:01:22 Ejecting
01:06:31 2015 Deployment | !s!s Kill List
01:20:07 Cyber Security
01:29:39 Quantum Computing and Artificial Intelligence
]]>6330cyber-security,f/a-18-wso,jtacfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-193-brett-crozier-uss-theodore-roosevelt-commanding-officer-sh-60-and-f-a-18-pilot--56471551
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Brett's Site
https://surfwhenyoucan.com/

00:00:00 Intro | Top Gun
00:02:36 Naval Academy
00:14:26 Flight School
00:18:49 Selecting Which Platform to Fly
00:26:00 Hardest Part of Helicopter Flight Training
00:30:42 Close Air Support Training
00:37:52 Deploying on a Destroyer
00:45:55 Transition to the F/A-18
00:58:28 9/11 Happened
01:05:23 Shift in Aviation Tech
01:14:22 Iraq Deployment
01:19:35 Difference in Pilots
01:24:33 Becoming a Carrier Captain
01:31:24 Life as a Ship Captain
01:34:59 Setting Sail January 2020
01:38:46 COVID Strikes
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56471551Tue, 15 Aug 2023 15:00:02 +0000Justin CramerBrett Crozier is a retired Navy captain that commanded the USS Theodore Roosevelt and USS Blue Ridge. He is also a naval aviator that is qualified to fly both the SH-60 Seahawk and F/A-18 platforms. Brett also authored his book Surf When You Can:...
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00:00:00 Intro | Top Gun
00:02:36 Naval Academy
00:14:26 Flight School
00:18:49 Selecting Which Platform to Fly
00:26:00 Hardest Part of Helicopter Flight Training
00:30:42 Close Air Support Training
00:37:52 Deploying on a Destroyer
00:45:55 Transition to the F/A-18
00:58:28 9/11 Happened
01:05:23 Shift in Aviation Tech
01:14:22 Iraq Deployment
01:19:35 Difference in Pilots
01:24:33 Becoming a Carrier Captain
01:31:24 Life as a Ship Captain
01:34:59 Setting Sail January 2020
01:38:46 COVID Strikes
]]>6940aircraft-carrier,brett-crozier,fa-18,military-podcast,navy-captain,sh-60falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-192-adam-walker-marine-infantryman-oif-i-ii--56404046
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Adam's site https://takeitontheleftfoot.com

00:00:00 Intro
00:09:36 Recruiter During 9/11
00:18:39 Back to the Infantry
00:26:24 Invasion of Iraq | 3rd Battalion 7th Marines
00:35:04 MOPP Suits in Iraq
00:38:04 Being in a Bad Unit
00:47:30 Squad Leaders in Combat
00:51:21 Tough Calls in Combat
00:58:24 Cpl Jason Dunham's Medal of Honor
01:11:57 Lessons Learned
01:27:56 Military Career Advice
01:36:09 Iraq '09
01:43:13 Screwed by the Monitor
01:47:51 Advice for Aspiring Writers]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56404046Tue, 08 Aug 2023 14:36:57 +0000Justin CramerAdam Walker is a former Marine infantryman that served with 6th and 7th Marine Regiments. Adam deployed for the invasion of Iraq with 3rd Battalion 7th Marine Regiment and returned less than a year later to Al-Qa'im where he was injured by small arms...
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Adam's site https://takeitontheleftfoot.com

00:00:00 Intro
00:09:36 Recruiter During 9/11
00:18:39 Back to the Infantry
00:26:24 Invasion of Iraq | 3rd Battalion 7th Marines
00:35:04 MOPP Suits in Iraq
00:38:04 Being in a Bad Unit
00:47:30 Squad Leaders in Combat
00:51:21 Tough Calls in Combat
00:58:24 Cpl Jason Dunham's Medal of Honor
01:11:57 Lessons Learned
01:27:56 Military Career Advice
01:36:09 Iraq '09
01:43:13 Screwed by the Monitor
01:47:51 Advice for Aspiring Writers]]>7041infantryman,marine-infantry,military,podcast,usmcfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-191-brian-russell-1st-anglico-commanding-officer--56207950
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Brian's Links
Social Media Handles:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/brian.russell.9028 (Brian Russell)
IG: https://www.instagram.com/berclr/?next=%2F (berclr)
Twitter: https://twitter.com/OIECol (@OIECol)

North Carolina Interscholastic Cycling League:
Web: https://www.northcarolinamtb.org/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/northcarolinamtb/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/northcarolinamtb/

Transition Books:
Orders to Nowhere from LtCol (ret) Mike Grice, former 1st ANGLICO CO
Transition by LtCol (ret) Hank Brown, original Chief of Fires USCYBERCOM]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56207950Tue, 25 Jul 2023 07:48:39 +0000Justin CramerBrian Russell is a retired artillery officer in the United States Marine Corps. Following his battery time as a Lieutenant, Brian served with the headquarters element of MARSOC before becoming the commanding officer for 1st ANGLICO. Following his...
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Social Media Handles:
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IG: https://www.instagram.com/berclr/?next=%2F (berclr)
Twitter: https://twitter.com/OIECol (@OIECol)

North Carolina Interscholastic Cycling League:
Web: https://www.northcarolinamtb.org/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/northcarolinamtb/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/northcarolinamtb/

Transition Books:
Orders to Nowhere from LtCol (ret) Mike Grice, former 1st ANGLICO CO
Transition by LtCol (ret) Hank Brown, original Chief of Fires USCYBERCOM]]>5908falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-190-tommy-kerley-marine-forward-observer-iraq-and-afghanistan-veteran--56059752
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Raise the Black
https://raisetheblack.live

00:00:00 Intro | Alaska
00:10:06 Joining the Marines
00:18:03 Two Different Marine Corps
00:22:10 Naval Gunfire School
00:26:40 Quality of Training
00:31:02 Marines in Helmand
00:40:57 Corn or Poppy
00:45:49 Dwelling on the War
00:56:12 Claim to Fame
01:07:22 In Afghanistan w/ 1/2
01:14:44 Ambush on Lone Tree Hill
01:26:15 Become the Hunter
01:33:42 Forward Observer Gear on Patrol
01:39:22 GPS Spoofing
01:45:16 A Good Compass
01:52:16 Land Nav is a Requirement
01:56:07 LCpl Lemelle]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56059752Tue, 11 Jul 2023 08:25:07 +0000Justin CramerTommy Kerley is a former Marine fire support man and Joint Fires Observer (JFO) that served in Iraq with 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance and Afghanistan with 1st Battalion 2nd Marines. Tommy also runs the Raise the Black Instagram account that...
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00:00:00 Intro | Alaska
00:10:06 Joining the Marines
00:18:03 Two Different Marine Corps
00:22:10 Naval Gunfire School
00:26:40 Quality of Training
00:31:02 Marines in Helmand
00:40:57 Corn or Poppy
00:45:49 Dwelling on the War
00:56:12 Claim to Fame
01:07:22 In Afghanistan w/ 1/2
01:14:44 Ambush on Lone Tree Hill
01:26:15 Become the Hunter
01:33:42 Forward Observer Gear on Patrol
01:39:22 GPS Spoofing
01:45:16 A Good Compass
01:52:16 Land Nav is a Requirement
01:56:07 LCpl Lemelle]]>7788forward-observer,marine-corps,veteran-podcasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-189-nate-cornacchia-army-special-forces--55995884
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00:00:00 Intro | SOTACC
00:08:46 JTAC Priorities
00:16:49 Special Forces Attachments
00:21:41 Sketchy Partner Forces
00:25:15 ANA Commandos
00:29:14 ISIS Enters Afghanistan
00:35:19 Special Forces 18X Program
00:42:41 Special Forces Specialties
00:48:02 Choose Your Own Adventure
00:51:37 Tab Protectors
00:54:46 Mountaineering Teams
00:58:45 Deployment to Mongolia
01:00:26 Fast Rope | SPIE
01:05:45 Last Field Op
01:11:56 Ambush in Tarin Kwot
01:26:03 Grenade Attacks
01:28:10 Processing Info Like a JTAC]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55995884Tue, 04 Jul 2023 17:15:18 +0000Justin CramerNate Cornacchia is a former Green Beret that served more than a decade with Army Special Forces. Nate served on jump, dive, and mountaineering teams during his career. During one of his multiple deployments to Afghanistan, Nate's team was ambushed...
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00:00:00 Intro | SOTACC
00:08:46 JTAC Priorities
00:16:49 Special Forces Attachments
00:21:41 Sketchy Partner Forces
00:25:15 ANA Commandos
00:29:14 ISIS Enters Afghanistan
00:35:19 Special Forces 18X Program
00:42:41 Special Forces Specialties
00:48:02 Choose Your Own Adventure
00:51:37 Tab Protectors
00:54:46 Mountaineering Teams
00:58:45 Deployment to Mongolia
01:00:26 Fast Rope | SPIE
01:05:45 Last Field Op
01:11:56 Ambush in Tarin Kwot
01:26:03 Grenade Attacks
01:28:10 Processing Info Like a JTAC]]>5859green-beret,history,military-podcast,special-forces,special-operationstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-188-david-walton-army-special-forces-and-armored-cavalry-officer--55223075Walton also teaches National Security Studies and Executive Leadership, with expertise in Security Strategy, Organizational Culture, and Human Performance. As a Subject Matter Expert in Special Forces Assessment and Selection, he remains at the forefront of the discussion. Don't miss this enlightening conversation with Dr. David Walton, offering unique perspectives on Special Forces and academia.

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00:00:00 Intro
00:03:58 Defeatist Attitudes
00:07:17 Misinformation about the Military
00:14:18 Changing Base Names
00:22:49 Armored Cavalry Officer
00:28:46 Officer Combat Training
00:32:19 Joining Special Forces
00:35:53 Special Forces Selection
00:42:17 Changes in Green Beret Selection
00:50:59 The "Why?" Generation
00:54:15 Why People Aren't Reenlisting
01:01:17 Bring Back Meritocracy
01:07:08 It's a Great Time to be a Green Beret
01:11:47 Green Beret Afghanistan Missions
01:18:31 SF vs SFAB
01:24:02 Expectations
01:25:58 Military Mafia
01:30:00 NCO's are the Backbone
01:36:23 Should College be Required for Officers?
01:51:03 Politics in the Military]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55223075Tue, 27 Jun 2023 14:55:01 +0000Justin CramerDr. David Walton is a retired Special Forces officer with 25 years of experience as a Green Beret. With deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan, and global assignments across tactical, operational, and strategic levels, Dr. Walton brings invaluable insights...Walton also teaches National Security Studies and Executive Leadership, with expertise in Security Strategy, Organizational Culture, and Human Performance. As a Subject Matter Expert in Special Forces Assessment and Selection, he remains at the forefront of the discussion. Don't miss this enlightening conversation with Dr. David Walton, offering unique perspectives on Special Forces and academia.

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00:00:00 Intro
00:03:58 Defeatist Attitudes
00:07:17 Misinformation about the Military
00:14:18 Changing Base Names
00:22:49 Armored Cavalry Officer
00:28:46 Officer Combat Training
00:32:19 Joining Special Forces
00:35:53 Special Forces Selection
00:42:17 Changes in Green Beret Selection
00:50:59 The "Why?" Generation
00:54:15 Why People Aren't Reenlisting
01:01:17 Bring Back Meritocracy
01:07:08 It's a Great Time to be a Green Beret
01:11:47 Green Beret Afghanistan Missions
01:18:31 SF vs SFAB
01:24:02 Expectations
01:25:58 Military Mafia
01:30:00 NCO's are the Backbone
01:36:23 Should College be Required for Officers?
01:51:03 Politics in the Military]]>7205falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-187-gary-edgington-fbi-joint-terror-task-force-and-southern-california-local-law-enforcement--54540246
Undeterred by his father's death, Gary served in several Southern California departments before serving as a Special Agent with the California Department of Justice. Gary also served with the FBI's Joint Terrorism Task Force and lead a multi-agency counter-terrorism task force.

Post-retirement, Gary didn't slow down. He served in Iraq as a counter-terrorism expert.

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00:00:00 Intro | Pioneer Family
00:08:22 Becoming a Police Officer
00:16:07 Knife Attacks
00:19:37 Police Sidearms
00:23:53 Changes in Crime and Policing
00:28:26 2nd Amendment
00:33:34 Effective Law Enforcement
00:37:53 Investigations with Internal Affairs
00:41:06 Getting Fired as a Cop
00:45:19 Police Abuse
00:50:42 Don't Hesitate
00:52:25 From Local Cop to Special Deputy US Marshal
00:56:24 Technology and Law Enforcement
01:02:13 Politics in Law Enforcement
01:10:08 Is This A Witch Hunt?
01:13:32 Never Embarrass the Bureau
01:20:21 Investigating Domestic Terrorism
01:27:14 Need to Know
01:33:29 9/11 Changed Information Sharing
01:37:44 Military Contractor
01:48:15 Writing a Book]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54540246Tue, 20 Jun 2023 15:00:02 +0000Justin CramerGary Edgington, a law enforcement and counter-terrorism veteran, hails from a family of dedicated officers. His law enforcement journey, both inspiring and harrowing, began at the LA Sheriff’s Academy, where he suffered a personal tragedy when his...
Undeterred by his father's death, Gary served in several Southern California departments before serving as a Special Agent with the California Department of Justice. Gary also served with the FBI's Joint Terrorism Task Force and lead a multi-agency counter-terrorism task force.

Post-retirement, Gary didn't slow down. He served in Iraq as a counter-terrorism expert.

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00:00:00 Intro | Pioneer Family
00:08:22 Becoming a Police Officer
00:16:07 Knife Attacks
00:19:37 Police Sidearms
00:23:53 Changes in Crime and Policing
00:28:26 2nd Amendment
00:33:34 Effective Law Enforcement
00:37:53 Investigations with Internal Affairs
00:41:06 Getting Fired as a Cop
00:45:19 Police Abuse
00:50:42 Don't Hesitate
00:52:25 From Local Cop to Special Deputy US Marshal
00:56:24 Technology and Law Enforcement
01:02:13 Politics in Law Enforcement
01:10:08 Is This A Witch Hunt?
01:13:32 Never Embarrass the Bureau
01:20:21 Investigating Domestic Terrorism
01:27:14 Need to Know
01:33:29 9/11 Changed Information Sharing
01:37:44 Military Contractor
01:48:15 Writing a Book]]>7081joint-terrorism-task-force,law-enforcementtruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clip-020-fratricide-in-afghanistan-jtac-calls-in-his-own-position-to-a-10-aircraft--53921684
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Email
jcramermedia@gmail.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53921684Thu, 18 May 2023 17:40:38 +0000Justin CramerIn this heart-stopping clip from Episode 183 of the Former Action Guys Podcast, we take a deep dive into the experience of Ryan Stevens, a former Marine JTAC. During a close-quarters confrontation with the enemy on his maiden deployment with MARSOC,...
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Email
jcramermedia@gmail.com]]>716devgru,jtac,marine,marine-raider,marsoc,usmctruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-186-cody-anderson-aren-brandfass-marsoc-plank-holders--53885540
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00:00:00 Intro | MARSOC Farming Network
00:01:57 Fratricide in Afghanistan
00:06:57 EOD Enablers
00:10:14 Marine Raiders and Recon Cultural Differences
00:14:57 Selections are Becoming Less Physical
00:16:59 MARSOC and Ranger Deployments Compared
00:20:03 Lance Corporal's are the Badasses
00:23:44 Targeting | Collateral Damage Estimates
00:27:22 Military Drone Deep Dive
00:32:51 Changes in Conflicts
00:39:47 Two Systems
00:45:56 Phones are Tracking Devices | Digital Marketing
00:53:06 Is the Daily Wire Propaganda?
01:00:22 Problems in the System
01:07:54 Politics
01:19:33 Calling Out Corruption
01:37:56 Bad Leaders
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53885540Tue, 16 May 2023 15:00:02 +0000Justin CramerCody Anderson & Aren Brandfass are MARSOC plank holders and each did multiple deployments with the Marine Raiders. After leaving the military, both men supported Special Operations Command as contractors. Support the show...
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00:00:00 Intro | MARSOC Farming Network
00:01:57 Fratricide in Afghanistan
00:06:57 EOD Enablers
00:10:14 Marine Raiders and Recon Cultural Differences
00:14:57 Selections are Becoming Less Physical
00:16:59 MARSOC and Ranger Deployments Compared
00:20:03 Lance Corporal's are the Badasses
00:23:44 Targeting | Collateral Damage Estimates
00:27:22 Military Drone Deep Dive
00:32:51 Changes in Conflicts
00:39:47 Two Systems
00:45:56 Phones are Tracking Devices | Digital Marketing
00:53:06 Is the Daily Wire Propaganda?
01:00:22 Problems in the System
01:07:54 Politics
01:19:33 Calling Out Corruption
01:37:56 Bad Leaders
]]>6235eod-tech,jtac,marine-corps,marsoc-raiders,special-operationstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-185-ed-ford-alan-chaisson-private-military-contractors--53792707
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00:00:00 Intro
00:00:54 Ed's Recon Background
00:05:08 Al's Navy Corpsman / Paramedic Background
00:08:38 Post-Vietnam Military
00:12:56 Infantry in the 80s
00:16:04 The Marines Took His Left Nut
00:20:20 Beirut Bombing
00:23:20 Peacetime Military / Zero Defect Mentality
00:27:12 Recon Indoc
00:35:30 Recon Missions in Iraq
00:39:45 Alan Leaves the Navy for the Fire Service
00:43:38 Immigrating to the US
00:49:02 Become a Fire Fighter
00:52:37 Becoming a Private Military Contractor
01:04:01 Contractor Training
01:05:36 Weapons Carried by Contractors
01:10:18 The Most Dangerous Areas
01:16:35 Careful What You Wish For
01:20:59 Taliban Punish Their Own
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53792707Tue, 09 May 2023 15:07:47 +0000Justin CramerEd Ford is a Marine Recon veteran and Alan Chaisson is a veteran Navy Corpsman. Both men decided to try private military contracting during the Global War on Terror. Now, they join us to discuss their careers and their new book Pony Express about...
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00:00:00 Intro
00:00:54 Ed's Recon Background
00:05:08 Al's Navy Corpsman / Paramedic Background
00:08:38 Post-Vietnam Military
00:12:56 Infantry in the 80s
00:16:04 The Marines Took His Left Nut
00:20:20 Beirut Bombing
00:23:20 Peacetime Military / Zero Defect Mentality
00:27:12 Recon Indoc
00:35:30 Recon Missions in Iraq
00:39:45 Alan Leaves the Navy for the Fire Service
00:43:38 Immigrating to the US
00:49:02 Become a Fire Fighter
00:52:37 Becoming a Private Military Contractor
01:04:01 Contractor Training
01:05:36 Weapons Carried by Contractors
01:10:18 The Most Dangerous Areas
01:16:35 Careful What You Wish For
01:20:59 Taliban Punish Their Own
]]>6494falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-184-jeff-depatie-canadian-special-operations-jtf-2-sniper--53717570
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00:00:00 Intro | Canadian Quirks
00:03:56 Can Canadians Join the British Military?
00:05:07 Politics is Polarizing
00:08:52 Closed Node Thinking
00:14:37 Breaking Bad Patterns
00:20:39 Understanding Stress
00:30:15 Finding Your Passion After Service
00:38:05 Using GI Bill Education Benefits
00:43:01 Finding Joy
00:47:06 AI is Here
00:52:27 Social Control Using Technology
00:57:50 How Tech Changes Sniping
01:05:42 Conscious of Your Surroundings
01:12:11 Mandatory Service
01:16:54 Culture Shock Going to Afghanistan
01:22:46 The USA is a Melting Pot
01:27:31 Joint Task Force 2 (JTF-2)
01:35:02 Taking the Cool Stuff For Granted
01:38:41 Fake Motivation]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53717570Tue, 02 May 2023 14:58:19 +0000Justin CramerJeff Depatie is a retired Canadian soldier that served with their equivalent of Delta Force, Joint Task Force 2 (JTF 2). As a special operations sniper, Jeff was used to stressful events that cause PTSD and has become an advocate for PTSD recovery...
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00:00:00 Intro | Canadian Quirks
00:03:56 Can Canadians Join the British Military?
00:05:07 Politics is Polarizing
00:08:52 Closed Node Thinking
00:14:37 Breaking Bad Patterns
00:20:39 Understanding Stress
00:30:15 Finding Your Passion After Service
00:38:05 Using GI Bill Education Benefits
00:43:01 Finding Joy
00:47:06 AI is Here
00:52:27 Social Control Using Technology
00:57:50 How Tech Changes Sniping
01:05:42 Conscious of Your Surroundings
01:12:11 Mandatory Service
01:16:54 Culture Shock Going to Afghanistan
01:22:46 The USA is a Melting Pot
01:27:31 Joint Task Force 2 (JTF-2)
01:35:02 Taking the Cool Stuff For Granted
01:38:41 Fake Motivation]]>6293canadian-military,joint-task-force-2,marine-corps,military-podcast,task-forcefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-183-ryan-stevens-marsoc-and-devgru-jtac-anglico-marine-author--53369108
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00:00:00 Intro | Post-Service Care
00:08:57 Growing a Community
00:15:23 Going to MARSOC
00:17:37 Deploying with MSOT 8212
00:20:45 MARSOC Commando Mission
00:22:42 Working with Green Berets and DEA
00:24:50 Operation Lexington | Helo Crash Recovery
00:29:56 Surreal Moment | Downed Aircraft
00:35:06 MSOT 8212 Listed as Missing in Action
00:42:08 Operation Red Thunder
00:44:14 Last Mission | JTAC Gear
00:47:44 Fratricide | A-10s Hit Friendlies
00:58:10 Close Calls
01:00:43 Medevac From Afghanistan | Investigation
01:05:55 Jump School
01:13:47 MARSOC JTAC or CCT?
01:18:11 Second MARSOC Deployment
01:21:31 The Violent Village
01:27:13 Ambush
01:29:30 Suicide Investigation
01:33:36 Are You Allowed to Take a Break?
01:37:05 Attaching to Special Operations
01:40:53 Pathfinder School]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53369108Tue, 28 Mar 2023 19:05:31 +0000Justin CramerRyan Stevens is a former Marine Corps Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) that completed 3 deployments with ANGLICO, 3 with MARSOC, and 4 with Naval Special Warfare Development Group (DEVGRU). Support the show patreon.com/formeractionguys...
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00:00:00 Intro | Post-Service Care
00:08:57 Growing a Community
00:15:23 Going to MARSOC
00:17:37 Deploying with MSOT 8212
00:20:45 MARSOC Commando Mission
00:22:42 Working with Green Berets and DEA
00:24:50 Operation Lexington | Helo Crash Recovery
00:29:56 Surreal Moment | Downed Aircraft
00:35:06 MSOT 8212 Listed as Missing in Action
00:42:08 Operation Red Thunder
00:44:14 Last Mission | JTAC Gear
00:47:44 Fratricide | A-10s Hit Friendlies
00:58:10 Close Calls
01:00:43 Medevac From Afghanistan | Investigation
01:05:55 Jump School
01:13:47 MARSOC JTAC or CCT?
01:18:11 Second MARSOC Deployment
01:21:31 The Violent Village
01:27:13 Ambush
01:29:30 Suicide Investigation
01:33:36 Are You Allowed to Take a Break?
01:37:05 Attaching to Special Operations
01:40:53 Pathfinder School]]>6713global-war-on-terror,marine-corps,marine-jtac,marsoc,military-podcast,special-operationstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-182-scott-campbell-2nd-force-recon-and-2d-anglico-commanding-officer--53284717
00:00:00 Intro | CO of 2d ANGLICO
00:07:39 Building JTACs
00:09:50 Keyhole CAS
00:13:08 Bringing Technology to the Fight
00:22:26 4th Recon | Anchorage, AK
00:28:24 Placing Limpet Mines in Arctic Water
00:31:17 Arctic Warfare Experts
00:36:47 Arctic Airborne
00:43:38 Marines Do Stupid Things
00:44:27 XO of 2nd Recon
00:47:43 15th MEU CO
00:52:40 Everyone's Watching
00:58:01 Combat Readiness
01:05:23 Never Getting Off Ship
01:09:06 Appropriate Punishments
01:17:37 He Cut His Finger Off On Purpose
01:25:27 Millennials in Combat
01:34:30 Factory of Sadness
01:41:43 Scammers
01:50:59 Overcoming Adversity]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53284717Tue, 21 Mar 2023 16:19:00 +0000Justin CramerScott Campbell is a retired Marine infantry officer that served in the Reconnaissance, Special Operations, and ANGLICO communities in different capacities. Scott served with both 2nd and 4th Recon Battalions. He also helped stand-up 2nd ANGLICO...
00:00:00 Intro | CO of 2d ANGLICO
00:07:39 Building JTACs
00:09:50 Keyhole CAS
00:13:08 Bringing Technology to the Fight
00:22:26 4th Recon | Anchorage, AK
00:28:24 Placing Limpet Mines in Arctic Water
00:31:17 Arctic Warfare Experts
00:36:47 Arctic Airborne
00:43:38 Marines Do Stupid Things
00:44:27 XO of 2nd Recon
00:47:43 15th MEU CO
00:52:40 Everyone's Watching
00:58:01 Combat Readiness
01:05:23 Never Getting Off Ship
01:09:06 Appropriate Punishments
01:17:37 He Cut His Finger Off On Purpose
01:25:27 Millennials in Combat
01:34:30 Factory of Sadness
01:41:43 Scammers
01:50:59 Overcoming Adversity]]>7460anglico,marine-corps,recontruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-181-yonel-dorelis-helicopter-pilot-that-served-in-4-branches--53152704
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00:00:00 Intro / Military Influences
00:06:52 Traveling to Normandy and Bellau Wood
00:14:43 Becoming a Marine Officer
00:23:03 Switching to the Navy
00:28:07 Midrats
00:32:49 Lead By Example
00:37:24 Flight School
00:41:05 Switching to the Army National Guard
00:43:42 Switching to the Air Force
00:45:31 9/11 Happens
00:48:05 Favorite Aircraft
00:49:31 CH-53 vs Chinook
00:53:07 ANGLICO
00:56:26 Marine Corps Axes Snipers
01:04:19 Operation Anaconda
01:11:51 Wild Medevac
01:20:21 Different GWOT Medevac Platforms
01:26:56 Coming into a Hot LZ
01:34:50 Medevac Makes You Cold
01:39:44 Acting
01:45:23 Military Culture
01:59:41 JTACs]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53152704Thu, 09 Mar 2023 23:17:58 +0000Justin CramerYonel Dorelis is a search and rescue pilot that retired from the military after serving with four branches. He started as a Marine officer and transferred to the Navy as a CH-46 pilot. After leaving the Navy, he joined the Army National Guard as a...
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00:00:00 Intro / Military Influences
00:06:52 Traveling to Normandy and Bellau Wood
00:14:43 Becoming a Marine Officer
00:23:03 Switching to the Navy
00:28:07 Midrats
00:32:49 Lead By Example
00:37:24 Flight School
00:41:05 Switching to the Army National Guard
00:43:42 Switching to the Air Force
00:45:31 9/11 Happens
00:48:05 Favorite Aircraft
00:49:31 CH-53 vs Chinook
00:53:07 ANGLICO
00:56:26 Marine Corps Axes Snipers
01:04:19 Operation Anaconda
01:11:51 Wild Medevac
01:20:21 Different GWOT Medevac Platforms
01:26:56 Coming into a Hot LZ
01:34:50 Medevac Makes You Cold
01:39:44 Acting
01:45:23 Military Culture
01:59:41 JTACs]]>7406falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-180-matthew-klein-army-infantry-nypd-sketch-artist-purple-heart--52874719
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00:00:00 Intro / Military Family
00:05:35 Army Infantry Training
00:09:57 Bradley Fighting Vehicle
00:12:05 First IED
00:19:30 3d Infantry Division | Iraq 2005
00:22:31 First Day in Iraq
00:29:23 Specialist Brangman is KIA
00:33:39 Taming a City
00:40:34 Time for Claymores
00:45:48 12-Month Deployments
00:50:31 Two Different Wars
00:55:10 Stepping on an IED
01:01:11 Meeting the IED Trigger Man
01:07:26 Different Types of IEDs
01:15:20 From Army Infantry to NYPD Patrol Officer
01:20:08 Life as an NYPD Police Officer
01:28:03 Becoming an NYPD Sketch Artist
01:31:32 Sitting Down With Victims
01:34:50 Being in NYC on 9/11]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52874719Tue, 28 Feb 2023 16:00:02 +0000Justin CramerMatt Klein is an Army infantryman and veteran of two deployments to Iraq with 3rd Infantry Division. Matt left the service and began working as a patrol officer for the NYPD before moving to the NYPD Detective Bureau as a sketch artist. Support the...
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00:00:00 Intro / Military Family
00:05:35 Army Infantry Training
00:09:57 Bradley Fighting Vehicle
00:12:05 First IED
00:19:30 3d Infantry Division | Iraq 2005
00:22:31 First Day in Iraq
00:29:23 Specialist Brangman is KIA
00:33:39 Taming a City
00:40:34 Time for Claymores
00:45:48 12-Month Deployments
00:50:31 Two Different Wars
00:55:10 Stepping on an IED
01:01:11 Meeting the IED Trigger Man
01:07:26 Different Types of IEDs
01:15:20 From Army Infantry to NYPD Patrol Officer
01:20:08 Life as an NYPD Police Officer
01:28:03 Becoming an NYPD Sketch Artist
01:31:32 Sitting Down With Victims
01:34:50 Being in NYC on 9/11]]>6082army-infantry,bradley-fighting-vehicle,nypd,nypd-detectivetruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clip-019-blackhawk-down-a-ranger-s-perspective-retired-delta-operator-brad-thomas--52856646
00:00:00 Intro / First Missions in Mogadishu
00:02:18 First Contact
00:10:59 First American KIA
00:13:01 Kill Switch Engaged
00:19:48 Help Shot Down
00:21:33 Lost My Sh*t
00:28:36 Coolest Thing I've Seen in Combat
00:34:02 If I Die....]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52856646Sun, 26 Feb 2023 18:30:01 +0000Justin CramerBrad Thomas is a retired Delta Force operator who also served with 3rd Battalion 75th Ranger Regiment during the Battle of Mogadishu that was depicted in the film Blackhawk Down. Brad's full interview is Ep. 178 and is available now on YouTube, Apple...
00:00:00 Intro / First Missions in Mogadishu
00:02:18 First Contact
00:10:59 First American KIA
00:13:01 Kill Switch Engaged
00:19:48 Help Shot Down
00:21:33 Lost My Sh*t
00:28:36 Coolest Thing I've Seen in Combat
00:34:02 If I Die....]]>2650army-ranger,blackhawk-down,delta-forcetruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-179-clay-nygard-anglico-marine-artillery-officer-jtac--52727923
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00:00:00 Intro
00:03:14 OCS 3 Times
00:12:44 Manual Gunnery vs Digital
00:16:27 Using M198, M777, and M119 Artillery
00:19:12 M777s in Ukraine | Capabilities
00:28:04 1/5 in Sangin 2011
00:34:12 Casualties in Sangin
00:38:21 Last Advisor Team in Sangin
00:41:29 Playing Chess with the Enemy
00:43:08 An Artillery Officer in Afghanistan
00:45:32 Strike Approval
00:52:15 Those Guys Were Definitely Dead
00:58:20 0861 Shot Himself in the Foot
01:01:30 Civilian Casualty
01:09:58 Post Deployment Jitters
01:12:27 Orders to 1st ANGLICO
01:16:56 First Live CAS Shoot as a JTAC
01:21:23 Georgian Military Advisor Deployment
01:23:30 Booby-Trapped Radio
01:26:10 First Car Bomb Attack
01:32:15 Second Car Bomb Attack
01:36:53 Priorities
01:42:00 Shooting Down Balloons]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52727923Tue, 14 Feb 2023 15:55:01 +0000Justin CramerClay Nygard is a United States Marine Corps artillery officer that served with 1st ANGLICO and 1st Battalion 5th Marine Regiment in Afghanistan. Nygard's ANGLICO team was attacked on two separate occasions by SVIBIEDs during their deployment with the...
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00:00:00 Intro
00:03:14 OCS 3 Times
00:12:44 Manual Gunnery vs Digital
00:16:27 Using M198, M777, and M119 Artillery
00:19:12 M777s in Ukraine | Capabilities
00:28:04 1/5 in Sangin 2011
00:34:12 Casualties in Sangin
00:38:21 Last Advisor Team in Sangin
00:41:29 Playing Chess with the Enemy
00:43:08 An Artillery Officer in Afghanistan
00:45:32 Strike Approval
00:52:15 Those Guys Were Definitely Dead
00:58:20 0861 Shot Himself in the Foot
01:01:30 Civilian Casualty
01:09:58 Post Deployment Jitters
01:12:27 Orders to 1st ANGLICO
01:16:56 First Live CAS Shoot as a JTAC
01:21:23 Georgian Military Advisor Deployment
01:23:30 Booby-Trapped Radio
01:26:10 First Car Bomb Attack
01:32:15 Second Car Bomb Attack
01:36:53 Priorities
01:42:00 Shooting Down Balloons]]>65861st-anglico,anglico,georgian-liaison-team,marine-corpstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-178-brad-thomas-delta-operator-ranger-and-musician--52660896
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00:00:00 Intro / Musician
00:18:05 Joining the Army
00:32:01 Gulf War Era
00:45:23 Military Appearance
01:05:01 Justify our Wars
01:11:28 The Luster Wears Off
01:19:32 Mogadishu Warning Order
01:25:19 Arriving in Mogadishu
01:33:17 First Missions
01:42:13 Battle of Mogadishu
01:54:59 First American Casualty
02:03:49 Blackhawk Down
02:14:26 Back Into The Fight
02:21:35 Mogadishu Mile
02:28:06 Feelings After the Battle
02:33:36 Was the Movie Realistic
02:45:59 Starting a Band with Jason Everman]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52660896Tue, 07 Feb 2023 15:55:53 +0000Justin CramerBrad Thomas is a retired Delta Force Operator and Army Ranger who served in multiple war zones. In this episode, we discuss his role in the Battle of Mogadishu with 3rd Battalion 75th Ranger Regiment. Following his service, Brad started the band...
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00:00:00 Intro / Musician
00:18:05 Joining the Army
00:32:01 Gulf War Era
00:45:23 Military Appearance
01:05:01 Justify our Wars
01:11:28 The Luster Wears Off
01:19:32 Mogadishu Warning Order
01:25:19 Arriving in Mogadishu
01:33:17 First Missions
01:42:13 Battle of Mogadishu
01:54:59 First American Casualty
02:03:49 Blackhawk Down
02:14:26 Back Into The Fight
02:21:35 Mogadishu Mile
02:28:06 Feelings After the Battle
02:33:36 Was the Movie Realistic
02:45:59 Starting a Band with Jason Everman]]>1022975th-ranger-regiment,army-ranger,battle-of-mogadishu,blackhawk-down,delta-force,delta-operatortruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clip-018-trial-by-fire-marine-jtac-in-the-battle-of-marjah--52577225
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00:00:00 Intro
00:02:46 Combat Engineer
00:10:43 French Commando Course
00:13:31 German Ranger School
00:17:34 Life Experiences
00:25:27 Swiss Mountain Training
00:28:39 Reenlisting
00:36:47 Green Beret Selection
00:41:03 Preparing for Delta Selection
00:50:45 Selection Standards are a Secret
01:00:35 Training with Delta Force
01:07:18 Changing Perspective
01:12:19 First Delta Force Mission
01:15:50 Mogadishu Atmospherics
01:28:15 Black Hawk Down
01:42:12 Americans Drug Th
01:48:31 Gothic Serpent Lessons Learned
01:50:59 Mental Fortitude
02:04:24 Was Black Hawk Down Accurate?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52459763Tue, 17 Jan 2023 16:00:02 +0000Justin CramerTom Satterly is retired United States Army Special Forces Operational Detachment–Delta. Prior to serving with Delta, Tom was a combat engineer that attended the German Ranger school, French Commando Course and other specialized training that he...
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00:00:00 Intro
00:02:46 Combat Engineer
00:10:43 French Commando Course
00:13:31 German Ranger School
00:17:34 Life Experiences
00:25:27 Swiss Mountain Training
00:28:39 Reenlisting
00:36:47 Green Beret Selection
00:41:03 Preparing for Delta Selection
00:50:45 Selection Standards are a Secret
01:00:35 Training with Delta Force
01:07:18 Changing Perspective
01:12:19 First Delta Force Mission
01:15:50 Mogadishu Atmospherics
01:28:15 Black Hawk Down
01:42:12 Americans Drug Th
01:48:31 Gothic Serpent Lessons Learned
01:50:59 Mental Fortitude
02:04:24 Was Black Hawk Down Accurate?]]>7986truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clip-016-joining-the-75th-ranger-regiment-assessment-and-selection--52275184
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00:00:00 Intro
00:01:28 Difference Between Mercenaries and Contractors
00:07:15 Path to Delta
00:10:18 Going to SF Selection as a Delta Operator
00:15:43 Special Forces Team Sergeant]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52187372Wed, 14 Dec 2022 18:34:33 +0000Justin CramerDale Comstock is a former operator that served with the Joint Special Operation Commands Delta Force, as a Green Beret and a Mercenary. This clip is taken from Ep. 150 available now on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify and more! Support the show...
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00:00:00 Intro
00:01:28 Difference Between Mercenaries and Contractors
00:07:15 Path to Delta
00:10:18 Going to SF Selection as a Delta Operator
00:15:43 Special Forces Team Sergeant]]>1215army-special-forces,delta-force,delta-operator,history,marine-corps,military-history,military-podcast,sof,special-forces,special-operationstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clip-013-surviving-an-ied-blast-green-beret-in-afghanistan--52139881
In this clip taken from Ep. 169, Ryan describes being injured by an IED and the medevac process that followed.

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https://linktr.ee/rmhendrickson.tipofthespear]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52139881Fri, 09 Dec 2022 14:59:29 +0000Justin CramerRyan Hendrickson is a retired US Army Special Forces soldier that did 8 deployments to Afghanistan as a Green Beret. In his career, Ryan has earned a Silver Star, 4 x Bronze Stars, a Purple Heart, and other personal awards. In this clip taken from...
In this clip taken from Ep. 169, Ryan describes being injured by an IED and the medevac process that followed.

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00:00:00 Intro / Unions
00:10:42 Mike's Military Background
00:18:28 IED Threats
00:30:38 Targeting IED Emplacers
00:33:58 PTSD / Cognitive Process Therapy
00:40:45 Reintegrating into Society
00:51:14 Reunions and Veterans Groups
00:57:13 Motorcycles
01:05:28 Go Travel
01:14:56 Leverage Technology
01:17:28 UTVs
01:21:59 Live Your Best Life
01:33:37 Homeless Problems]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52107737Tue, 06 Dec 2022 16:00:02 +0000Justin CramerMichael Hanthorne is a US Marine that served as a motor transport operator during multiple deployments. In addition to running convoys on IED laden roads, Michaels unit was tasked with cleaning up enemy casualties during the second battle of Fallujah....
00:00:00 Intro / Unions
00:10:42 Mike's Military Background
00:18:28 IED Threats
00:30:38 Targeting IED Emplacers
00:33:58 PTSD / Cognitive Process Therapy
00:40:45 Reintegrating into Society
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00:57:13 Motorcycles
01:05:28 Go Travel
01:14:56 Leverage Technology
01:17:28 UTVs
01:21:59 Live Your Best Life
01:33:37 Homeless Problems]]>6344truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-174-matt-gundlach-ajax-trueblood-3-2-2005-deployment-to-iraq--52045405
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Hear Nate's entire story on Ep. 009 and 038 of the Former Action Guys Podcast.

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00:00:00 Intro | Hunting in Virginia
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We get into his military time in Europe and different ports, winter training in Bridgeport when a CH-53 crashed, why Justin hates the MEU and more.

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We get into his military time in Europe and different ports, winter training in Bridgeport when a CH-53 crashed, why Justin hates the MEU and more.

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Resurgence Website: https://www.resurgenceppg.com/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49737319Tue, 10 May 2022 15:00:02 +0000Justin CramerJonathan Eisele is a former officer in the United States Marine Corps and served with me as an Afghan National Army Advisor during our Sangin deployment in 2013. Jon is also a lifelong aviator and currently runs a paramotor school. Social media...
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Resurgence Website: https://www.resurgenceppg.com/]]>6283truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-152-riley-compton-marine-logistics-officer-and-bobsledder--49635969https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49635969Tue, 03 May 2022 15:00:02 +0000Justin CramerRiley Compton is an active duty Marine and a member of the Team USA Developmental Bobsled Team. Compton was also recruited to play college softball by George Washington University and uses her experience to discuss the recent change in NCAA rules...4831truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-151-ryan-rogers-marine-rifleman-3-6-marjah-veteran-author--49554541https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49554541Tue, 26 Apr 2022 15:00:02 +0000Justin CramerRyan Rogers is a United States Marine Corps rifleman with multiple deployments under his belt. In addition to serving with 3/2 and 3/6, Rogers was with Marine Security Forces and had a short stint on the Marine Corps boxing team. Check out his book...6739truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-150-dale-comstock-delta-operator-green-beret-author--49406571https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49406571Tue, 12 Apr 2022 15:00:03 +0000Justin CramerDale Comstock is a former US Army Delta operator, Green Beret, private military contractor, author and more. Dale gives us a peek into his time with the elite Special Forces Operational Detachment Delta.6831truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-149-tracy-offutt-retired-sergeant-major-anglico-marine-infantryman--49234888
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Hear more about Fred's career on Ep. 083 where we go into more detail about his background before joining the Marine Raiders.

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Hear more about Fred's career on Ep. 083 where we go into more detail about his background before joining the Marine Raiders.

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117 - Backpack-able radio for tactical use
148 - Walkie-talkie style tactical radio
152 - Walkie-talkie style tactical radio
7-Ton - Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (Dump truck-sized military vehicle for hauling troops, supplies, etc.)
9-Line - CAS mission brief format
A&S - Assessment and Selection
AAV - Assault Amphibious Vehicle (Also called Tracks)
ABC - ANGLICO Basic Course
ANG - Air National Guard
ANGLICO - Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company
BLT - Battalion Landing Team
BRC - Basic Reconnaissance Course
CAR - Combat Action Ribbon
CAS - Close Air Support
CCT - Combat Control Team
CLB - Combat Logistics Battalion
CO - Commanding Officer
COC - Command Operations Center
COP - Combat Outpost
Corpsman - Navy medic attached to Marines
EOD - Explosive Ordnance Disposal
FAC - Forward Air Controller
FCT - Firepower Control Team
FDC - Fire Direction Control
FET - Female Engagement Team.
FSCC - Fire Support Coordination Center. Where fire missions are deconflicted and approved prior to shooting.
GBU - Guided Bomb Unit
GLT - Georgian Liaison Team. Georgian military advisors in Afghanistan.
Hesco Barrier - Earthen filled barriers used to make or reinforce outposts
HMMWV - High mobility multi-wheeled vehicle
IED - Improvised Explosive Device
IOC - Infantry Officer's Course
JDAM - Joint Direct Attack Munition (GPS guided bomb)
JTAC - Joint Terminal Attack Controller
LGTR - LASER Guided Training Round
M-ATV - MRAP All-terrain vehicle
MARSOC - Marine Corps Special Operations Command
MART - Marines Awaiting Recon Training
M-ATV - MRAP All Terrain Vehicle
MCAS - Marine Corps Air Station
MCMAP - Marine Corps Martial Arts Program
MCRD - Marine Corps Recruit Depot
MCIWS - Marine Corps Instructor of Water Survival
MCT - Marine Combat Training
MEB - Marine Expeditionary Brigade
MEU - Marine Expeditionary Unit (Unit attached to ships for deployment)
MRAP - Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (armored vehicle)
MSOT - Marine Special Operations Team
MTU - Marksmanship Training Unit
OCS - Officer Candidate School
OP - Observation Post. An area where forward observers spot enemy positions and conduct fire missions on targets
PB - Patrol Base
PGM - Precision Guided Munitions
PID - Positive identification
PLDR - Portable Lightweight Designator Rangefinder
PosRep - Position Report
PSS-SOF - Precision Strike Suite Special Operations Forces. Targeting program.
RIP - Relief In Place
RO - Radio Operator (Sometimes called an RTO)]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48342963Tue, 18 Jan 2022 16:00:02 +0000Justin CramerWilliam Bee was a Marine infantryman that was shot into unexpected notoriety when the Reuters photojournalist embedded with his team snapped a photo that would hit front pages worldwide. In this episode, we discuss Bee's deployments to Afghanistan and...
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Reference:
117 - Backpack-able radio for tactical use
148 - Walkie-talkie style tactical radio
152 - Walkie-talkie style tactical radio
7-Ton - Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (Dump truck-sized military vehicle for hauling troops, supplies, etc.)
9-Line - CAS mission brief format
A&S - Assessment and Selection
AAV - Assault Amphibious Vehicle (Also called Tracks)
ABC - ANGLICO Basic Course
ANG - Air National Guard
ANGLICO - Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company
BLT - Battalion Landing Team
BRC - Basic Reconnaissance Course
CAR - Combat Action Ribbon
CAS - Close Air Support
CCT - Combat Control Team
CLB - Combat Logistics Battalion
CO - Commanding Officer
COC - Command Operations Center
COP - Combat Outpost
Corpsman - Navy medic attached to Marines
EOD - Explosive Ordnance Disposal
FAC - Forward Air Controller
FCT - Firepower Control Team
FDC - Fire Direction Control
FET - Female Engagement Team.
FSCC - Fire Support Coordination Center. Where fire missions are deconflicted and approved prior to shooting.
GBU - Guided Bomb Unit
GLT - Georgian Liaison Team. Georgian military advisors in Afghanistan.
Hesco Barrier - Earthen filled barriers used to make or reinforce outposts
HMMWV - High mobility multi-wheeled vehicle
IED - Improvised Explosive Device
IOC - Infantry Officer's Course
JDAM - Joint Direct Attack Munition (GPS guided bomb)
JTAC - Joint Terminal Attack Controller
LGTR - LASER Guided Training Round
M-ATV - MRAP All-terrain vehicle
MARSOC - Marine Corps Special Operations Command
MART - Marines Awaiting Recon Training
M-ATV - MRAP All Terrain Vehicle
MCAS - Marine Corps Air Station
MCMAP - Marine Corps Martial Arts Program
MCRD - Marine Corps Recruit Depot
MCIWS - Marine Corps Instructor of Water Survival
MCT - Marine Combat Training
MEB - Marine Expeditionary Brigade
MEU - Marine Expeditionary Unit (Unit attached to ships for deployment)
MRAP - Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (armored vehicle)
MSOT - Marine Special Operations Team
MTU - Marksmanship Training Unit
OCS - Officer Candidate School
OP - Observation Post. An area where forward observers spot enemy positions and conduct fire missions on targets
PB - Patrol Base
PGM - Precision Guided Munitions
PID - Positive identification
PLDR - Portable Lightweight Designator Rangefinder
PosRep - Position Report
PSS-SOF - Precision Strike Suite Special Operations Forces. Targeting program.
RIP - Relief In Place
RO - Radio Operator (Sometimes called an RTO)]]>7285truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-139-patrick-matisi-combat-engineer-sangin-valley-gun-club-moderator-purple-heart-recipient--48251412
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Reference:
117 - Backpack-able radio for tactical use
148 - Walkie-talkie style tactical radio
152 - Walkie-talkie style tactical radio
7-Ton - Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (Dump truck-sized military vehicle for hauling troops, supplies, etc.)
9-Line - CAS mission brief format
A&S - Assessment and Selection
AAV - Assault Amphibious Vehicle (Also called Tracks)
ABC - ANGLICO Basic Course
ANG - Air National Guard
ANGLICO - Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company
BLT - Battalion Landing Team
BRC - Basic Reconnaissance Course
CAR - Combat Action Ribbon
CAS - Close Air Support
CCT - Combat Control Team
CLB - Combat Logistics Battalion
CO - Commanding Officer
COC - Command Operations Center
COP - Combat Outpost
Corpsman - Navy medic attached to Marines
EOD - Explosive Ordnance Disposal
FAC - Forward Air Controller
FCT - Firepower Control Team
FDC - Fire Direction Control
FET - Female Engagement Team.
FSCC - Fire Support Coordination Center. Where fire missions are deconflicted and approved prior to shooting.
GBU - Guided Bomb Unit
GLT - Georgian Liaison Team. Georgian military advisors in Afghanistan.
Hesco Barrier - Earthen filled barriers used to make or reinforce outposts
HMMWV - High mobility multi-wheeled vehicle
IED - Improvised Explosive Device
IOC - Infantry Officer's Course
JDAM - Joint Direct Attack Munition (GPS guided bomb)
JTAC - Joint Terminal Attack Controller
LGTR - LASER Guided Training Round
M-ATV - MRAP All-terrain vehicle
MARSOC - Marine Corps Special Operations Command
MART - Marines Awaiting Recon Training
M-ATV - MRAP All Terrain Vehicle
MCAS - Marine Corps Air Station
MCMAP - Marine Corps Martial Arts Program
MCRD - Marine Corps Recruit Depot
MCIWS - Marine Corps Instructor of Water Survival
MCT - Marine Combat Training
MEB - Marine Expeditionary Brigade
MEU - Marine Expeditionary Unit (Unit attached to ships for deployment)
MRAP - Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (armored vehicle)
MSOT - Marine Special Operations Team
MTU - Marksmanship Training Unit
OCS - Officer Candidate School
OP - Observation Post. An area where forward observers spot enemy positions and conduct fire missions on targets
PB - Patrol Base
PGM - Precision Guided Munitions
PID - Positive identification
PLDR - Portable Lightweight Designator Rangefinder
PosRep - Position Report
PSS-SOF - Precision Strike Suite Special Operations Forces. Targeting program.
RIP - Relief In Place
RO - Radio Operator (Sometimes called an RTO)]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48251412Tue, 11 Jan 2022 16:00:02 +0000Justin CramerPatrick Matisi was a combat engineer tasked with conducting route clearance in the highly volatile Afghanistan villages of Marjah and Sangin during Operation Enduring Freedom. During Matisi's 2011 deployment, he was shot in the shoulder by an enemy...
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Reference:
117 - Backpack-able radio for tactical use
148 - Walkie-talkie style tactical radio
152 - Walkie-talkie style tactical radio
7-Ton - Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (Dump truck-sized military vehicle for hauling troops, supplies, etc.)
9-Line - CAS mission brief format
A&S - Assessment and Selection
AAV - Assault Amphibious Vehicle (Also called Tracks)
ABC - ANGLICO Basic Course
ANG - Air National Guard
ANGLICO - Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company
BLT - Battalion Landing Team
BRC - Basic Reconnaissance Course
CAR - Combat Action Ribbon
CAS - Close Air Support
CCT - Combat Control Team
CLB - Combat Logistics Battalion
CO - Commanding Officer
COC - Command Operations Center
COP - Combat Outpost
Corpsman - Navy medic attached to Marines
EOD - Explosive Ordnance Disposal
FAC - Forward Air Controller
FCT - Firepower Control Team
FDC - Fire Direction Control
FET - Female Engagement Team.
FSCC - Fire Support Coordination Center. Where fire missions are deconflicted and approved prior to shooting.
GBU - Guided Bomb Unit
GLT - Georgian Liaison Team. Georgian military advisors in Afghanistan.
Hesco Barrier - Earthen filled barriers used to make or reinforce outposts
HMMWV - High mobility multi-wheeled vehicle
IED - Improvised Explosive Device
IOC - Infantry Officer's Course
JDAM - Joint Direct Attack Munition (GPS guided bomb)
JTAC - Joint Terminal Attack Controller
LGTR - LASER Guided Training Round
M-ATV - MRAP All-terrain vehicle
MARSOC - Marine Corps Special Operations Command
MART - Marines Awaiting Recon Training
M-ATV - MRAP All Terrain Vehicle
MCAS - Marine Corps Air Station
MCMAP - Marine Corps Martial Arts Program
MCRD - Marine Corps Recruit Depot
MCIWS - Marine Corps Instructor of Water Survival
MCT - Marine Combat Training
MEB - Marine Expeditionary Brigade
MEU - Marine Expeditionary Unit (Unit attached to ships for deployment)
MRAP - Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (armored vehicle)
MSOT - Marine Special Operations Team
MTU - Marksmanship Training Unit
OCS - Officer Candidate School
OP - Observation Post. An area where forward observers spot enemy positions and conduct fire missions on targets
PB - Patrol Base
PGM - Precision Guided Munitions
PID - Positive identification
PLDR - Portable Lightweight Designator Rangefinder
PosRep - Position...]]>6261air,army,crime,force,forces,jocko,joe,marine,military,navy,operations,pilot,podcasts,rogan,special,veteran,wartruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-138-dale-comstock-delta-operator-green-beret-private-military-contractor--48159214
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https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48085870Tue, 28 Dec 2021 16:00:02 +0000Justin CramerMichael is an old friend of the show and needs no introduction. In this episode we talk about all kinds of topics. Military shenanigans, what are NFTs, work life post service and more! Support the podcast and website:...

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https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys]]>10189truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-136-bryan-buckley-marine-raider-recon-marine-infantry-officer-bronze-star-for-valor--48012091
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https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48012091Tue, 21 Dec 2021 16:00:02 +0000Justin CramerBryan Buckley joins us again to talk about the second half of his career (first half is Ep. 123). In this episode, we discuss the growth of MARSOC and its Raider Battalions, SOCOM's deadly summer in 2012, his work with the Helman Valley Grower's...
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https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys]]>8025truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-134-alexander-holder-cbrn-marine-oif-1-veteran-mustang-officer--47815231
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https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47815231Tue, 07 Dec 2021 16:00:02 +0000Justin CramerAlexander Holder was an enlisted Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) specialist in the United States Marine Corps before temporarily leaving the service. He worked and attended college before the Marine Corps Reserves as an office....
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47621503Tue, 23 Nov 2021 15:56:36 +0000Justin CramerJoel Flores is back on the show and we talk about his post-military career as a law enforcement officer (LEO) before he gets cut off early to attend a trial. Joel and I worked together at 1st ANGLICO where he was the Communication Chief for Supporting...
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]]>4333truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-132-cody-anderson-eod-tech-and-fallujah-veteran--47503817
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https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47503817Tue, 16 Nov 2021 16:00:14 +0000Justin CramerCody Anderson is a United States Marine infantryman that switched jobs to EOD after participatinng in the invasion of Iraq (Ep. 129). In this interview, we cover Cody's deployment in support of Operation Phantom Fury and he discusses the different...
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https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47386967Tue, 09 Nov 2021 16:00:12 +0000Justin CramerElaina Rojas was a communications specialist for her Marine Special Operations Team but she began her career as a radio operator stationed in Okinawa, Japan. She had dreams of moving into an infantry-centric job but the Marine Corps Female Engagement...
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47269572Tue, 02 Nov 2021 15:00:12 +0000Justin CramerRob Bingham is an Army National Guard UH-60 pilot and CEO of the Colorado Veterans Project. He has deployed as an enlisted soldier to Iraq conducting detainee operations. As a pilot, Rob has deployed to Kosovo and has been activated to provide aerial...
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]]>5501truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-129-cody-anderson-marine-infantryman-eod-tech-oif-oef-veteran--47157064
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47157064Tue, 26 Oct 2021 15:00:09 +0000Justin CramerCody Anderson was a United States Marine Corps assaultman that began his career with the Marine Corps Security Forces as part of their Recapture Tactics Team. Following 9/11, Cody was assigned to 3rd Battalion 7th Marine Regiment and participated in...
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]]>8152truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-128-cassidy-zacharyasz-marine-mortarman-fire-support-man-jtac-oef-veteran--47041482

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47041482Tue, 19 Oct 2021 07:17:41 +0000Justin CramerCassidy Zacharyasz served as a mortarman in 3rd Battalion 9th Marine Regiment and 2nd Battalion 2nd Marine Regiment. Cassidy then changed jobs to become a Fire Support Man and, eventually, a Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC). Support the show...

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]]>7410truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-127-tracy-offutt-retired-marine-corps-sergeant-major-infantryman-gulf-war-oif-oef-veteran--46938551

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46938551Tue, 12 Oct 2021 14:18:07 +0000Justin CramerTracy Offutt is a former Marine Corps Sergeant Major, infantryman and all-around good dude. I'm glad to have him back on the show and we get caught up on what he's been doing with his retirement and BS about current events. Support the show...

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]]>7534truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-126-aren-brandfass-marine-raider-recondo-sniper-school-instructor-and-jtac--46850096
Following his deployment to Iraq, Aren was assigned as an instructor at the Marine Corps legendary Sniper School. Aren was ready to take his career to the next level by attending Basic Reconnaissance Course and joining the legendary 1st Recon Battalion.


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Following his deployment to Iraq, Aren was assigned as an instructor at the Marine Corps legendary Sniper School. Aren was ready to take his career to the next level by attending Basic Reconnaissance Course and joining the legendary 1st Recon Battalion.


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htpps://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys]]>7693truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-125-larry-briar-marine-infantryman-oif-oef-veteran-marine-security-forces--46629856

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46629856Wed, 22 Sep 2021 05:40:05 +0000Justin CramerLarry Briar is a former Marine Infantryman that served with Marine Security Forces, 2d Battalion 4th Marines, 2d Battalion 6th Marines, and others. Briar took part in multiple deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan, and aboard naval shipping. Support the...

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]]>5635truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-124-travis-nardi-recon-marine-ch-46-crew-chief-author-mecep-participant--46509942
All It Takes link: https://www.amazon.com/All-Takes-Become-Recon-Marine/dp/1987678583


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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46509942Tue, 14 Sep 2021 06:21:01 +0000Justin CramerTravis Nardi, attending college via the Marine Corps Enlisted Commissioning Education Program, served as a CH-46 Sea Knight crew chief and Recon Marine with 1st Recon Battalion. Travis shares experiences as a door gunner during humanitarian relief...
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]]>7837truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-123-bryan-buckley-marine-raider-recon-marine-infantry-officer-bronze-star-for-valor--46408725
Following that deployment, Bryan requested a chance to try out and become a Critical Skills Operator in the Marine Corps Raiders. We discuss Bryan's experience with Assessment and Selection before transitioning to a discussion about his company Helmand Valley Growers Company.

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Following that deployment, Bryan requested a chance to try out and become a Critical Skills Operator in the Marine Corps Raiders. We discuss Bryan's experience with Assessment and Selection before transitioning to a discussion about his company Helmand Valley Growers Company.

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For the evacuation, Tom was working in the United States embassy in Kabul as a private military contractor and witnessed first-hand the chaotic withdrawal during the rapid deterioration of the country. He details the moment they were ordered to begin destroying classified material and the initial deployment of Marine reinforcements.

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46346512Thu, 02 Sep 2021 15:38:17 +0000Justin CramerTom Gathright is a United States Marine Infantryman turned reserve naval officer. In addition, Tom has worked as a Firefighter/EMT and private military contractor. Tom served in Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom with 3rd Battalion 6th...
For the evacuation, Tom was working in the United States embassy in Kabul as a private military contractor and witnessed first-hand the chaotic withdrawal during the rapid deterioration of the country. He details the moment they were ordered to begin destroying classified material and the initial deployment of Marine reinforcements.

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46213584Tue, 24 Aug 2021 06:06:10 +0000Justin CramerAndrew Dimauro joins us this week and we talk about a multitude of things including our thoughts on Afghanistan, being prepared while visiting the wilderness, Andrew's role as a machinist, and more. Always good to have someone on that I personally...

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]]>6935truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-120-josiah-trandahl-anglico-officer-jtac-oef-veteran--46125645
We start the show off by talking about Josiah's brewery in Gallatin, TN and some of the hurdles he had to jump to get it opened to the public. Big Trouble Brewing is now open and I wish him well with his new business.

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46125645Tue, 17 Aug 2021 09:59:19 +0000Justin CramerJosiah Trandahl is a United States Marine Corps Reserves officer with a background in artillery. After serving with Mike Battery in Chattanooga, TN, Trandahl transferred to 4th ANGLICO out of West Palm Beach, FL. We start the show off by talking...
We start the show off by talking about Josiah's brewery in Gallatin, TN and some of the hurdles he had to jump to get it opened to the public. Big Trouble Brewing is now open and I wish him well with his new business.

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]]>6221truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-119-morgan-lerette-blackwater-security-contractor-air-national-guard-veteran-author--46033848
Following that deployment, Lerette was approached about joining the private security firm Blackwater by a former Force Recon Marine that he met in the Air National Guard. Lerette eventually came around to the idea and worked under various contracts for 18 months. He and his teammates became familiar with running the infamous Route Irish and trying to go fast enough to throw off any IED triggermen.

During this interview, we also talk about contracting in general and some of the positives and negatives with that career path. He gives us a peek into his new book Welcome to Blackwater that gives a boots-on-the-ground perspective of the organization, mission, and lasting effects.

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http://welcometoblackwater.com/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46033848Tue, 10 Aug 2021 09:00:08 +0000Justin CramerMorgan Lerette joined the Air National Guard prior to 9/11 and was called to active duty to support the newly minted Global War on Terrorism. After his first deployment to Oman, Lerette provided security for expeditionary airfields during the invasion...
Following that deployment, Lerette was approached about joining the private security firm Blackwater by a former Force Recon Marine that he met in the Air National Guard. Lerette eventually came around to the idea and worked under various contracts for 18 months. He and his teammates became familiar with running the infamous Route Irish and trying to go fast enough to throw off any IED triggermen.

During this interview, we also talk about contracting in general and some of the positives and negatives with that career path. He gives us a peek into his new book Welcome to Blackwater that gives a boots-on-the-ground perspective of the organization, mission, and lasting effects.

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In this episode, we discuss life in the USMCR compared to active duty and how Shipton felt about that transition. We also talk about his career path after the Marines that led to him being a law enforcement officer in California. Finally, we discuss different aspects of policing ranging from the effectiveness of tasers on subjects to the laws surrounding the legalization of cannabis in California.

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In this episode, we discuss life in the USMCR compared to active duty and how Shipton felt about that transition. We also talk about his career path after the Marines that led to him being a law enforcement officer in California. Finally, we discuss different aspects of policing ranging from the effectiveness of tasers on subjects to the laws surrounding the legalization of cannabis in California.

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https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys]]>6807truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-116-cameron-langland-recon-marine-and-world-traveler--45621427
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https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45621427Thu, 08 Jul 2021 10:00:11 +0000Justin CramerCameron Langland served in the United States Marine Corps and we cover a good portion of his military career in Ep. 031 (audio only). In this episode, we take a deep dive into Cameron's three-year road trip in his RV named Lucy. This trip took him...
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https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys]]>4710truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-115-col-tucker-hamilton-f-35-test-pilot-f-15-test-pilot-mc-12-pilot-oef-veteran--45418755
Insightful interview with someone that has flown multiple aircraft to the limit.

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Insightful interview with someone that has flown multiple aircraft to the limit.

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During Goodge's discussion about his deployment, the listener hears what difficulties faced the Marines that were new to the area and what life was like for the infantryman and their enablers. Goodge also details how he was wounded by an IED that was initiated by an Afghan National Army soldier that resulted in 2 ANA deaths, 1 Marine death and multiple injuries within the patrol.

In addition to Goodge's time in the Marines, we discuss college benefits, cryptocurrency, investing and more. This is a really great conversation that I hope you enjoy. Make sure to subscribe on your favorite platforms!

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https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45313275Tue, 15 Jun 2021 17:33:37 +0000Justin CramerSgt Erik Goodge was a United States Marine Corps Fire Support Man that hails from Evansville, IN. He is a veteran of Operation Enduring Freedom and, with other members of 2nd Battalion 8th Marine Regiment, deployed in support of President Obama's...
During Goodge's discussion about his deployment, the listener hears what difficulties faced the Marines that were new to the area and what life was like for the infantryman and their enablers. Goodge also details how he was wounded by an IED that was initiated by an Afghan National Army soldier that resulted in 2 ANA deaths, 1 Marine death and multiple injuries within the patrol.

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https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys]]>9323truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-113-capt-jason-angell-anglico-marine-invasion-of-iraq-veteran-jtac--45194440
This was an interesting interview with an in-depth description of multiple combat events during the invasion. I look forward to our next interview where we will discuss his next two Iraq deployments as a JTAC with 1st ANGLICO.

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https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45194440Mon, 07 Jun 2021 12:00:05 +0000Justin CramerBefore Jason Angell took on the role of Marine Artillery Officer in 2000, he was a Marine Rifleman in the mid-90s. After joining 11th Marines, Jason was billeted as a forward observer and deployed with 1st Battalion 5th Marines with his fire support...
This was an interesting interview with an in-depth description of multiple combat events during the invasion. I look forward to our next interview where we will discuss his next two Iraq deployments as a JTAC with 1st ANGLICO.

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https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys]]>7983truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-112-jack-murphy-army-ranger-green-beret-investigative-journalist--45039735In addition, Jack has authored his memoir, Murphy’s Law, and multiple fiction books like Reflexive Fire, Gray Matter Splatter, and others. Jack also co-hosts the Team House podcast with fellow Army Ranger Dave Parke.

I really enjoyed having Jack on the show and look forward to talking in the future.

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00:00:00 Intro
00:03:00 Joining the Army
00:06:35 Ranger Contract 
00:13:45 Getting to Ranger Regiment 
00:23:05 Early GWOT Mentors
00:28:27 Ranger Sniper Deployment
00:37:20 Ranger Reconnaissance Teams  
00:41:30 High Expectations 
00:48:40 Iraq Deployment 
01:02:25 Rules of Engagement 
01:16:05 Ranger Selection vs SF Selection
01:24:37 Special Forces Mission Creep 
01:27:40 Afghanistan Transition
01:47:25 Jack's Projects]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45039735Wed, 26 May 2021 09:00:03 +0000Justin CramerJack Murphy is a former Army Ranger and Special Forces soldier that now hosts the Team House Podcast.  After leaving the military, Murphy attended Columbia University and made a name for himself as an investigative journalist who has reported from...In addition, Jack has authored his memoir, Murphy’s Law, and multiple fiction books like Reflexive Fire, Gray Matter Splatter, and others. Jack also co-hosts the Team House podcast with fellow Army Ranger Dave Parke.

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00:00:00 Intro
00:03:00 Joining the Army
00:06:35 Ranger Contract 
00:13:45 Getting to Ranger Regiment 
00:23:05 Early GWOT Mentors
00:28:27 Ranger Sniper Deployment
00:37:20 Ranger Reconnaissance Teams  
00:41:30 High Expectations 
00:48:40 Iraq Deployment 
01:02:25 Rules of Engagement 
01:16:05 Ranger Selection vs SF Selection
01:24:37 Special Forces Mission Creep 
01:27:40 Afghanistan Transition
01:47:25 Jack's Projects]]>6873truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-111-dustin-real-anglico-marine-jtac-oef-veteran-and-fire-support-instructor--44731396
In 2012, Real deployed with his Supporting Arms Liaison Team (SALT) from 1st ANGLICO to Afghanistan to be the fire support specialist for a Georgian Liaison Team. The Georgians are part of the coalition fighting with the United States against the Taliban and their supporters and ANGLICO routinely augments them with SALTs.

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https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44731396Mon, 10 May 2021 08:26:31 +0000Justin CramerRound 2 with Dustin Real! SSgt Dustin Real was a United States Marine Corps Fire Support Man and Joint Terminal Attack Controller that served with 5th ANGLICO, 11th Marine Regiment, 1st Battalion 5th Marine Regiment, and 1st ANGLICO. In addition, Real...
In 2012, Real deployed with his Supporting Arms Liaison Team (SALT) from 1st ANGLICO to Afghanistan to be the fire support specialist for a Georgian Liaison Team. The Georgians are part of the coalition fighting with the United States against the Taliban and their supporters and ANGLICO routinely augments them with SALTs.

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In 2012, Real deployed with his Supporting Arms Liaison Team (SALT) from 1st ANGLICO to Afghanistan to be the fire support specialist for a Georgian Liaison Team. The Georgians are part of the coalition fighting with the United States against the Taliban and their supporters and ANGLICO routinely augments them with SALTs.


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In 2012, Real deployed with his Supporting Arms Liaison Team (SALT) from 1st ANGLICO to Afghanistan to be the fire support specialist for a Georgian Liaison Team. The Georgians are part of the coalition fighting with the United States against the Taliban and their supporters and ANGLICO routinely augments them with SALTs.


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Not only is Eggen a combat vet, he's also an award-winning poet with six publications to his name. His next work will be a fiction novel with an expected July release. Until then, Eggen is finishing his senior year at Florida Atlantic University with a major in Political Science.

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44251468Thu, 08 Apr 2021 05:30:23 +0000Justin CramerThis week's guest on the Former Action Guys Podcast is Marine Combat Engineer Justin Eggen. Eggen is a veteran of Operation Enduring Freedom with two deployments to Afghanistan to his name. On his first, he supported combat operations in Marjah as a...
Not only is Eggen a combat vet, he's also an award-winning poet with six publications to his name. His next work will be a fiction novel with an expected July release. Until then, Eggen is finishing his senior year at Florida Atlantic University with a major in Political Science.

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During Operation Moshtarak in Afghanistan, aimed at taking control of Marjah from the Taliban, Matt was severely wounded by an IED. He was evacuated and underwent over a dozen surgeries, receiving the Purple Heart from President Barack Obama.

Despite his injuries, Matt screened for and completed the Basic Reconnaissance Course, joining the 1st Reconnaissance Battalion. He also attended the US Army Airborne School and the Tactical Air Control Party school.

After his final deployment with the 11th MEU, Matt's injuries led to his medical retirement from the Marine Corps. He co-founded Invictus International, providing armed and unarmed security services and employing veterans.

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During Operation Moshtarak in Afghanistan, aimed at taking control of Marjah from the Taliban, Matt was severely wounded by an IED. He was evacuated and underwent over a dozen surgeries, receiving the Purple Heart from President Barack Obama.

Despite his injuries, Matt screened for and completed the Basic Reconnaissance Course, joining the 1st Reconnaissance Battalion. He also attended the US Army Airborne School and the Tactical Air Control Party school.

After his final deployment with the 11th MEU, Matt's injuries led to his medical retirement from the Marine Corps. He co-founded Invictus International, providing armed and unarmed security services and employing veterans.

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https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44037645Wed, 24 Mar 2021 19:52:15 +0000Justin CramerMaj Charles Benbow is a Marine Infantry officer that has completed nine deployments; including the invasion of Iraq. Benbow was formerly an enlisted Marine engineer assigned to the 4th Marine Division, served with ANGLICO and attended the Virginia...
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The attacks on September 11th occurred while Flannery was in boot camp at Parris Island, SC and he hit the fleet running. He did his first deployment with Alpha Company of 1st Battalion 5th Marine Regiment during Operation Iraqi Freedom I (OIF I) and quickly returned with the Surveillance and Target Acquisition (STA) platoon from 1/5 in 2003 during OIF II.

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The attacks on September 11th occurred while Flannery was in boot camp at Parris Island, SC and he hit the fleet running. He did his first deployment with Alpha Company of 1st Battalion 5th Marine Regiment during Operation Iraqi Freedom I (OIF I) and quickly returned with the Surveillance and Target Acquisition (STA) platoon from 1/5 in 2003 during OIF II.

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https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43903573Mon, 15 Mar 2021 21:59:51 +0000Justin CramerLucas Merritt was a communications specialist in the United States Marine Corps and served with 1st ANGLICO and a Fleet Anti-Terrorism Team from the Marine Corps Security Force Regiment. Merritt deployed with 1st ANGLICO during their Operation...
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Musselman deployed to Iraq with 5th ANGLICO before heading to 2/10 where he was selected to go to Tactical Air Control Party school to earn his Joint Terminal Attack Controller certification. Immediately following TACP school, Musselman was tapped as a combat replacement for Jason Calo. Calo was another 2/10 JTAC that had been killed in action while participating in Operation Moshtarak with 2/6. Following that deployment, Musselman was recruited to the Marine Raider Regiment to work as a JTAC on their special operations teams.

Musselman would conduct two deployments to Afghanistan with the Marine Raiders. On his first deployment, his team conducted village stability operations and on his second deployment, his team was tasked with conducting direct action raids. We wrap up the interview discussing mental health and some of the issues Musselman dealt with following his multiple combat deployments.

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https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43785971Mon, 08 Mar 2021 08:31:46 +0000Justin CramerSSgt Tony Musselman was a United States Marine JTAC and Fire Support Man that worked with 5th ANGLICO, 2D Battalion 10th Marine Regiment, 2nd Battalion 6th Marine Regiment and Marine Raider Regiment. Musselman deployed to Iraq with 5th ANGLICO...
Musselman deployed to Iraq with 5th ANGLICO before heading to 2/10 where he was selected to go to Tactical Air Control Party school to earn his Joint Terminal Attack Controller certification. Immediately following TACP school, Musselman was tapped as a combat replacement for Jason Calo. Calo was another 2/10 JTAC that had been killed in action while participating in Operation Moshtarak with 2/6. Following that deployment, Musselman was recruited to the Marine Raider Regiment to work as a JTAC on their special operations teams.

Musselman would conduct two deployments to Afghanistan with the Marine Raiders. On his first deployment, his team conducted village stability operations and on his second deployment, his team was tasked with conducting direct action raids. We wrap up the interview discussing mental health and some of the issues Musselman dealt with following his multiple combat deployments.

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https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys]]>6576truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-103-blake-flannery-recon-marine-jumpmaster-cqb-instructor--43682621
The attacks on September 11th occurred while Flannery was in boot camp at Parris Island, SC and he hit the fleet running. He did his first deployment with Alpha Company of 1st Battalion 5th Marine Regiment during Operation Iraqi Freedom I (OIF I) and quickly returned with the Surveillance and Target Acquisition (STA) platoon from 1/5 in 2003 during OIF II.

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https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43682621Mon, 01 Mar 2021 08:31:30 +0000Justin CramerBlake Flannery is a Reconnaissance Man in the United States Marine Corps and has been serving since July 2001. In addition to passing the grueling Basic Reconnaissance Course (BRC), Flannery has also completed Military Free Fall (MFF), Marine...
The attacks on September 11th occurred while Flannery was in boot camp at Parris Island, SC and he hit the fleet running. He did his first deployment with Alpha Company of 1st Battalion 5th Marine Regiment during Operation Iraqi Freedom I (OIF I) and quickly returned with the Surveillance and Target Acquisition (STA) platoon from 1/5 in 2003 during OIF II.

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https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys]]>6632truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-102-rob-saale-fbi-hostage-recovery-fusion-cell-director-and-army-uh-60-pilot--43641402
in 23 years at the FBI, Saale worked cases ranging from white-collar crimes to bank robberies and conducted operations against Mexican drug cartels and terrorist organizations in multiple countries. We cover all of these topics before moving on to his time at the Hostage Recovery Fusion Cell and how American and ally governments work to repatriate their citizens after capture.

Specifically, we discuss the case of former Marine infantry officer turned freelance journalist, Austin Bennett Tice, and his 2012 capture in Syria while covering the conflict. The US government and the Tice family believe that Austin is still alive and being held by the Syrian government or their surrogates.

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STAR Consulting Website
https://starriskconsulting.com/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43641402Thu, 25 Feb 2021 21:57:13 +0000Justin CramerRob Saale is a retired FBI Special Agent with 23 years of service. He is also the former director of the FBI's Hostage Recovery Fusion Cell, a U.S. Government Interagency organization directly responsible to the President of the United States for...
in 23 years at the FBI, Saale worked cases ranging from white-collar crimes to bank robberies and conducted operations against Mexican drug cartels and terrorist organizations in multiple countries. We cover all of these topics before moving on to his time at the Hostage Recovery Fusion Cell and how American and ally governments work to repatriate their citizens after capture.

Specifically, we discuss the case of former Marine infantry officer turned freelance journalist, Austin Bennett Tice, and his 2012 capture in Syria while covering the conflict. The US government and the Tice family believe that Austin is still alive and being held by the Syrian government or their surrogates.

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STAR Consulting Website
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PB Abbate
https://www.pbabbate.org/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43581238Mon, 22 Feb 2021 12:26:18 +0000Justin CramerMaj Thomas Schueman is a Marine Corps infantry officer and deployed as a platoon commander with Kilo Company of 3rd Battalion 5th Marine Regiment during their hard-fought 2010 deployment to the Sangin Valley. 3/5 lost 25 men killed and had almost 200...
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PB Abbate
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https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43515426Wed, 17 Feb 2021 21:29:02 +0000Justin CramerJulio Rosas has been witness to many of the country's more infamous events over the last year and joined me for a livestream on YouTube to discuss his coverage of riots in Portland, Kenosha, Capitol Hill, and more. Support the show...
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https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys]]>6055truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-099-sfc-matt-tardio-retired-green-beret-and-sniper--43461454
Tardio gives a good breakdown of his experience in Ranger school before we talk in general about his three deployments, two of which were to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Special Forces soldiers normally deploy to train and advise an indigenous force and we go through some of how that was applied to the Afghan National Army and villages they operated around.

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https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43461454Sun, 14 Feb 2021 16:59:35 +0000Justin CramerSFC Matt Tardio is a retired Army Special Forces soldier and law enforcement officer. Tardio served as an Engineer Sergeant in the United States Army Special Forces. In addition to completing the Special Forces Qualification Course (Q Course) and...
Tardio gives a good breakdown of his experience in Ranger school before we talk in general about his three deployments, two of which were to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Special Forces soldiers normally deploy to train and advise an indigenous force and we go through some of how that was applied to the Afghan National Army and villages they operated around.

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https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43229154Mon, 01 Feb 2021 15:52:40 +0000Justin CramerThe homies Michael Farrell and Tracy Offutt are back on the show. This was originally a YouTube livestream where we sip some beer and whiskey while we catch up. Support the show https://www.jcramergraphics.com https://www.ANGLICOshop.com...
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On this episode, we talk about him flying AH-1s in the Marine Corps Reserves, the University of Southern California's Masters of Business for Veterans (MBV) program that he recently graduated from, his job at PayPal and how his network made it happen, job hunting tips for those in the market for a corporate gig, and much more. Another great episode!

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https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43051562Thu, 21 Jan 2021 22:04:52 +0000Justin CramerMichael Cullen was a Marine Corps AH-1W Cobra pilot and Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) veteran who also served with 1st ANGLICO as a Forward Air Controller. Cullen was one of the first ten guests on the podcast so hear about his entire Marine Corps...
On this episode, we talk about him flying AH-1s in the Marine Corps Reserves, the University of Southern California's Masters of Business for Veterans (MBV) program that he recently graduated from, his job at PayPal and how his network made it happen, job hunting tips for those in the market for a corporate gig, and much more. Another great episode!

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UAP site
https://www.uap.org/who-we-support/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42993009Mon, 18 Jan 2021 16:24:32 +0000Justin CramerLtCol David Gurfein is a retired Marine Corps infantry officer and veteran of multiple conflicts. In this episode, we discuss Gurfein's family connection with the Marine Corps and spend a majority of the time talking about the military legal cases...
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https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42824200Thu, 07 Jan 2021 10:30:57 +0000Justin CramerMaj Charles Benbow is back on the show and in this episode, we talk about his second deployment with 2nd Battalion 8th Marines. Rather than return to Iraq, Benbow and the Marines of 2/8 went to Afghanistan with the battalion in the closing days of...
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https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42779219Mon, 04 Jan 2021 07:21:25 +0000Justin CramerNate Garens is back on the Former Action Guys Podcast for his third time and we get into college topics, transitioning into a professional career after being a combat arms Marine, and some current events. Always a great conversation with Nate and I...
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https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys ]]>7908truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-093-will-pounder-adult-film-star-and-former-marine-electronic-counter-measure-tech--42731592
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https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42731592Thu, 31 Dec 2020 06:35:53 +0000Justin CramerWill Pounder is an award-winning adult film star (AVN Best Male Newcomer 2020) and former Marine Electronic Counter Measure Technician. Although his job field dealt with working infrared optics, Will spent little time doing that and began fighting for...
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In this episode, we talk about Benbow's time at VMI and his movement in the Marine Corps from being enlisted in the reserves to becoming an active-duty officer. Of his nine deployments, we focus on the invasion of Iraq and his involvement with Task Force Tarawa as a part of the 2nd Battalion 8th Marine Regiment.


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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42687591Mon, 28 Dec 2020 08:30:28 +0000Justin CramerMaj Charles Benbow is a Marine Infantry officer that has completed nine deployments; including the invasion of Iraq. Benbow was formerly an enlisted Marine engineer assigned to the 4th Marine Division and attend the Virginia Military Institute. In...
In this episode, we talk about Benbow's time at VMI and his movement in the Marine Corps from being enlisted in the reserves to becoming an active-duty officer. Of his nine deployments, we focus on the invasion of Iraq and his involvement with Task Force Tarawa as a part of the 2nd Battalion 8th Marine Regiment.


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We specifically cover the cases of the MARSOC 3, Sgt Derrick Miller, SSgt Robert Bales, 1stSgt John Hatley, Sgt Michael Williams and SSgt Calvin Gibbs. To read more about these individual cases or to donate to the UAP, follow the link below.


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We specifically cover the cases of the MARSOC 3, Sgt Derrick Miller, SSgt Robert Bales, 1stSgt John Hatley, Sgt Michael Williams and SSgt Calvin Gibbs. To read more about these individual cases or to donate to the UAP, follow the link below.


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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42543476Thu, 17 Dec 2020 23:00:25 +0000Justin CramerChristian Frohlich was a radio operator with 1st ANGLICO and completed one deployment with the ANGLICO detachment attached to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU). His firepower control team (FCT) was part of the first Marine element to enter...
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In addition to his military service, Krick owns the @goons_____up Instagram page that is built on building a community for machine gunners and highlights machine gun teams, training and deployments from around the military.

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In addition to his military service, Krick owns the @goons_____up Instagram page that is built on building a community for machine gunners and highlights machine gun teams, training and deployments from around the military.

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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42356626Mon, 07 Dec 2020 08:49:15 +0000Justin CramerSPC Vittorio Dominguez is a United States Army infantryman assigned to the 10th Mountain Division at Ft. Drum and a veteran of the war in Afghanistan. In this episode, we talk about his deployment to Kunar province in Afghanistan, the battle of Barge...
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41815641Thu, 05 Nov 2020 21:21:42 +0000Justin CramerSSgt Christopher Herr was an east coast Marine fire support man that was part of 3rd Battalion 6th Marine Regiment's helicopter assault during the battle for Marjah, Afghanistan. Herr and Marines from multiple units conducted combat operations to...
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41752194Mon, 02 Nov 2020 10:00:13 +0000Justin CramerMaj Fred Galvin is an enlisted Marine infantryman turned infantry officer and reconnaissance Marine that did multiple deployments before taking command of the first MARSOC company deployment after the unit formed. Galvin and his Marines were falsely...
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Prior to becoming a JTAC, Golembesky served his first enlistment as a cannoneer and completed two deployments. In total, he completed five deployments in his eight years in the United States Marine Corps before deciding to return to civilian life. Really great conversation and I look forward to a follow-up interview in the future.

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Prior to becoming a JTAC, Golembesky served his first enlistment as a cannoneer and completed two deployments. In total, he completed five deployments in his eight years in the United States Marine Corps before deciding to return to civilian life. Really great conversation and I look forward to a follow-up interview in the future.

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We discuss everything ranging from him providing ground-based laser for laser-guided bomb attacks in the city of Fallujah to his team conducting nighttime boat operations to hunt insurgents along the Euphrates. Extremely interesting and informative conversation. I can't wait until we sit down again to finish talking about his unusual career.

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41528652Mon, 19 Oct 2020 09:00:09 +0000Justin CramerYes, you read the title correctly. On top of being a Recon Marine, he was an officer with multiple specialties. Gordon has done multiple deployments and in this episode, we focus on his Iraq tour with 2nd Recon Battalion that included the second...
We discuss everything ranging from him providing ground-based laser for laser-guided bomb attacks in the city of Fallujah to his team conducting nighttime boat operations to hunt insurgents along the Euphrates. Extremely interesting and informative conversation. I can't wait until we sit down again to finish talking about his unusual career.

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We have a really good discussion covering Vining's role as an infantryman and his thoughts on the M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle. Vining's unit was one of the first to receive the new IAR and he has an interesting insight into the procurement process.

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We have a really good discussion covering Vining's role as an infantryman and his thoughts on the M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle. Vining's unit was one of the first to receive the new IAR and he has an interesting insight into the procurement process.

We also discuss Vining's time with the Walking Dead (1/9) and what that unit's legacy meant to the Marines that served in it. We also get into the 2011 deployment he and 1st Battalion 9th Marines completed in the Helmand Province district of Nawa.

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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41104848Thu, 24 Sep 2020 18:05:27 +0000Justin CramerFriend of the show Michael Farrell and I are sharing some drinks and catching up on current events. Micheal and I served together at 1st ANGLICO and deployed on the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit in 2016. As always, make sure to subscribe and share...
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Rosas has been on scene for some of the most dangerous protests in the country. From the Unite the Right rally in Charlottesville to BLM protest/riots in Kenosha, Rosas provides quality video detailing the events he covers. I appreciate him coming on the show and will continue to turn to his twitter page for updated coverage of events across the country.

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Rosas has been on scene for some of the most dangerous protests in the country. From the Unite the Right rally in Charlottesville to BLM protest/riots in Kenosha, Rosas provides quality video detailing the events he covers. I appreciate him coming on the show and will continue to turn to his twitter page for updated coverage of events across the country.

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As part of 1st Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, Lozano deployed in support of the Gulf War. His observation post and the observations posts near him were overrun by Iraqi armor from the 5th Armorerd Brigade during the Battle of Khafji, an opening battle to the ground war.

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As part of 1st Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, Lozano deployed in support of the Gulf War. His observation post and the observations posts near him were overrun by Iraqi armor from the 5th Armorerd Brigade during the Battle of Khafji, an opening battle to the ground war.

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Aizpuru worked in the field as an agent, horseback agent, K-9 handler, and more. He was also the supervisor of the El Paso CBP Station's Special Operations Teams. Later, he was selected as the Patrol Agent in Charge of Truth or Consequences Station and Albuquerque Stations, two small stations farther from the border than most.

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Aizpuru worked in the field as an agent, horseback agent, K-9 handler, and more. He was also the supervisor of the El Paso CBP Station's Special Operations Teams. Later, he was selected as the Patrol Agent in Charge of Truth or Consequences Station and Albuquerque Stations, two small stations farther from the border than most.

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Maj. Schueman details the deployment in-depth and also discusses his infantry officer training prior to being assigned to 3/5. Today, Maj. Schueman teaches literature at the United States Naval Academy and looks forward to returning to the Fleet Marine Force.

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40573765Sun, 30 Aug 2020 01:48:12 +0000Justin CramerMaj Thomas Schueman is a Marine Corps infantry officer and deployed as a platoon commander with Kilo Company of 3rd Battalion 5th Marine Regiment during their hard-fought 2010 deployment to the Sangin Valley. 3/5 lost 25 men killed and had almost 200...
Maj. Schueman details the deployment in-depth and also discusses his infantry officer training prior to being assigned to 3/5. Today, Maj. Schueman teaches literature at the United States Naval Academy and looks forward to returning to the Fleet Marine Force.

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Smith is a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation Inherent Resolve and is one of the most experienced JTACs in the Marine Corps at the time of his retirement. Smith now works as a JTAC instructor at Expeditionary Warfare Training Group Pacific.

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Smith is a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation Inherent Resolve and is one of the most experienced JTACs in the Marine Corps at the time of his retirement. Smith now works as a JTAC instructor at Expeditionary Warfare Training Group Pacific.

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in 23 years at the FBI, Saale, worked cases ranging from white-collar crimes to bank robberies and conducted operations against Mexican drug cartels and terrorist organizations in multiple countries. We cover all of these topics before moving on to his time at the Hostage Recovery Fusion Cell and how American and ally governments work to repatriate their citizens after capture.

Specifically, we discuss the case of former Marine infantry officer turned freelance journalist, Austin Bennett Tice, and his 2012 capture in Syria while covering the conflict. The US government and the Tice family believe that Austin is still alive and being held by the Syrian government or their surrogates.

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in 23 years at the FBI, Saale, worked cases ranging from white-collar crimes to bank robberies and conducted operations against Mexican drug cartels and terrorist organizations in multiple countries. We cover all of these topics before moving on to his time at the Hostage Recovery Fusion Cell and how American and ally governments work to repatriate their citizens after capture.

Specifically, we discuss the case of former Marine infantry officer turned freelance journalist, Austin Bennett Tice, and his 2012 capture in Syria while covering the conflict. The US government and the Tice family believe that Austin is still alive and being held by the Syrian government or their surrogates.

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In 2004 he began his first deployment to Iraq and took part in the first assault on the tumultuous city of Fallujah after Blackwater contractors were ambushed, killed, and hung from the city's bridge. The following year, Leal returned to Iraq and operated out of Ramadi with 1/5. The battalion began experiencing what would be a nationwide increase in the usage of IEDs.

Following his enlistment in the Marine Corps, Leal began pursuing his life-long passion of joining the ranks of the Texas Department of Public Safety's Texas Highway Patrol as a Trooper. He worked his way up the ranks of Texas law enforcement until joining the storied Texas Rangers. As a Texas Ranger, Leal would be responsible for investigating some of Texas's most heinous crimes. Leal retired this year from the Rangers and looks forward to developing a business to help mitigate the veteran suicide epidemic.

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In 2004 he began his first deployment to Iraq and took part in the first assault on the tumultuous city of Fallujah after Blackwater contractors were ambushed, killed, and hung from the city's bridge. The following year, Leal returned to Iraq and operated out of Ramadi with 1/5. The battalion began experiencing what would be a nationwide increase in the usage of IEDs.

Following his enlistment in the Marine Corps, Leal began pursuing his life-long passion of joining the ranks of the Texas Department of Public Safety's Texas Highway Patrol as a Trooper. He worked his way up the ranks of Texas law enforcement until joining the storied Texas Rangers. As a Texas Ranger, Leal would be responsible for investigating some of Texas's most heinous crimes. Leal retired this year from the Rangers and looks forward to developing a business to help mitigate the veteran suicide epidemic.

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Garcia is a veteran of multiple conflicts but we focus on the Gulf War and ANGLICO's role in supporting the invasion and specifically what occurred during the Battle of Khafji that he and his Marines were involved with.

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Reference:
117 - Backpackable radio for tactical use
152 - Walkie-talkie style tactical radio
7-Ton - Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (Dump truck-sized military vehicle for hauling troops, supplies, etc.)
9-Line - CAS mission brief format
ABC - ANGLICO Basic Course
ANG - Air National Guard
ANGLICO - Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company
BLT - Battalion Landing Team
BRC - Basic Reconnaissance Course
CAR - Combat Action Ribbon
CAS - Close Air Support
CCT - Combat Control Team
CLB - Combat Logistics Battalion
CO - Commanding Officer
COC - Command Operations Center
COP - Combat Outpost
Corpsman - Navy medic attached to Marines
EOD - Explosive Ordnance Disposal
FAC - Forward Air Controller or Field Artillery Chief
FCT - Firepower Control Team
FDC - Fire Direction Control
FET - Female Engagement Team.
FSCC - Fire Support Coordination Center. Where fire missions are deconflicted and approved prior to shooting.
GBU - Guided Bomb Unit
GLT - Georgian Liaison Team. Georgian military advisors in Afghanistan.
Hesco Barrier - Earthen filled barriers used to make or reinforce outposts
HMMWV - High mobility multi-wheeled vehicle
IED - Improvised Explosive Device
JDAM - Joint Direct Attack Munition (GPS guided bomb)
JTAC - Joint Terminal Attack Controller
LGTR - LASER Guided Training Round
M-ATV - MRAP All-terrain vehicle
MARSOC - Marine Corps Special Operations Command
MART - Marines Awaiting Recon Training
MCAS - Marine Corps Air Station
MCMAP - Marine Corps Martial Arts Program
MCRD - Marine Corps Recruit Depot
MCIWS - Marine Corps Instructor of Water Survival
MCT - Marine Combat Training
MEU - Marine Expeditionary Unit (Unit attached to ships for deployment)
MRAP - Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (armored vehicle)
MSOT - Marine Special Operations Team
MTU - Marksmanship Training Unit
OP - Observation Post. An area where forward observers spot enemy positions and conduct fire missions on targets
PB - Patrol Base
PGM - Precision Guided Munitions
PLDR - Portable Lightweight Designator Rangefinder
PosRep - Position Report
PSS-SOF - Precision Strike Suite Special Operations Forces. Targeting program.
RO - Radio Operator (Sometimes called an RTO)
ROMAD - Radio Operator, Mechanic, and Driver
R&S - Reconnaissance and Surveillance
SACC - Supporting Arms Coordination Center (FSCC on a ship)
SALT - Supporting Arms Liaison Team
SERE - Survive, Evade, Resist, Escape
SOCS - Special Operations Capabilities Specialist
SOI - School of Infantry
SOTG - Special Operations Training Group
S Shops - S-1 (Administration), S-2 (Intelligence), S-3 (Operations), S-4 (Logistics), S-6 (Communication)
SVBIED - Suicide vehicle-borne improvised explosive device
TACP - Tactical Air Control Party
Taco Rice - Greasy food for drunk Marines stationed in Okinawa
Water Dogs - Logistics Marines in charge of purifying water and running sanitation facilities
VBIED - Vehicle-borne improvised explosive device]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40161702Thu, 06 Aug 2020 10:25:15 +0000Justin CramerMichael Garcia's career as a fire support specialist spans almost four decades and multiple conflicts. Garcia is a veteran of multiple conflicts but we focus on the Gulf War and ANGLICO's role in supporting the invasion and specifically what occurred...
Garcia is a veteran of multiple conflicts but we focus on the Gulf War and ANGLICO's role in supporting the invasion and specifically what occurred during the Battle of Khafji that he and his Marines were involved with.

The podcast also includes general discussions detailing the differences between artillery training when Garcia came into the Marines compared to today. We also consider the makeup of Marine Corps artillery in the wake of General Berger's decision to limit tube artillery battalions in favor of rocket artillery.

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Reference:
117 - Backpackable radio for tactical use
152 - Walkie-talkie style tactical radio
7-Ton - Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (Dump truck-sized military vehicle for hauling troops, supplies, etc.)
9-Line - CAS mission brief format
ABC - ANGLICO Basic Course
ANG - Air National Guard
ANGLICO - Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company
BLT - Battalion Landing Team
BRC - Basic Reconnaissance Course
CAR - Combat Action Ribbon
CAS - Close Air Support
CCT - Combat Control Team
CLB - Combat Logistics Battalion
CO - Commanding Officer
COC - Command Operations Center
COP - Combat Outpost
Corpsman - Navy medic attached to Marines
EOD - Explosive Ordnance Disposal
FAC - Forward Air Controller or Field Artillery Chief
FCT - Firepower Control Team
FDC - Fire Direction Control
FET - Female Engagement Team.
FSCC - Fire Support Coordination Center. Where fire missions are deconflicted and approved prior to shooting.
GBU - Guided Bomb Unit
GLT - Georgian Liaison Team. Georgian military advisors in Afghanistan.
Hesco Barrier - Earthen filled barriers used to make or reinforce outposts
HMMWV - High mobility multi-wheeled vehicle
IED - Improvised Explosive Device
JDAM - Joint Direct Attack Munition (GPS guided bomb)
JTAC - Joint Terminal Attack Controller
LGTR - LASER Guided Training Round
M-ATV - MRAP All-terrain vehicle
MARSOC - Marine Corps Special Operations Command
MART - Marines Awaiting Recon Training
MCAS - Marine Corps Air Station
MCMAP - Marine Corps Martial Arts Program
MCRD - Marine Corps Recruit Depot
MCIWS - Marine Corps Instructor of Water Survival
MCT - Marine Combat Training
MEU - Marine Expeditionary Unit (Unit attached to ships for deployment)
MRAP - Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (armored vehicle)
MSOT - Marine Special Operations Team
MTU - Marksmanship Training Unit
OP - Observation Post. An area where forward observers spot enemy positions and conduct fire missions on targets
PB - Patrol Base
PGM - Precision Guided Munitions
PLDR - Portable Lightweight Designator Rangefinder
PosRep - Position Report
PSS-SOF - Precision Strike Suite Special Operations Forces. Targeting program.
RO - Radio Operator (Sometimes called an RTO)
ROMAD - Radio Operator, Mechanic, and Driver
R&S - Reconnaissance and Surveillance
SACC - Supporting Arms Coordination Center (FSCC on a ship)
SALT - Supporting Arms...]]>7756truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-067-michael-farrell-and-tracy-offutt--40144066
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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40144066Tue, 04 Aug 2020 21:04:35 +0000Justin CramerOld friends of the show Michael Farrell and Tracy Offutt are back for the Former Action Guys Podcast's very first live stream. We worked through some kinks and had some interesting conversations covering different current events and what the guys have...
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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>11742truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-066-michael-carr-marine-gunner-and-scout-sniper--40075204
Carr is a graduate of the Marine Corps's famous scout sniper school and has also completed the scout sniper advanced course. Later in his career, Carr also was a reconnaissance and surveillance instructor at 2nd Marine Expeditionary Force's Special Operations Training Group (SOTG).

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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40075204Fri, 31 Jul 2020 15:19:40 +0000Justin CramerMichael Carr is a Marine rifleman turned Infantry Weapons Officer (Gunner). He spent the majority of his career at Camp Lejeune, NC but also deployed to Iraq, Mogadishu, Korea, and others. Carr is a graduate of the Marine Corps's famous scout sniper...
Carr is a graduate of the Marine Corps's famous scout sniper school and has also completed the scout sniper advanced course. Later in his career, Carr also was a reconnaissance and surveillance instructor at 2nd Marine Expeditionary Force's Special Operations Training Group (SOTG).

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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>7624truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-065-dave-rage-james-former-recon-marine--39968645
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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/39968645Fri, 24 Jul 2020 23:47:26 +0000Justin CramerDave "Rage" James is a former Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps and currently mentors civilians interested in joining the military to become part of special operations. Prior to joining the Marine Corps, James served an enlistment in the...
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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>8888truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-064-tsgt-matthew-caples-ang-tacp-firefighter-and-former-marine-motor-t-mech-and-di--39883304
Caples details the steps he took to leave the Marines and join the Air Force's TACP program. We go into detail about the TACP training pipeline and compare and contrast the Air Force program with the Marine Corps program.

We also quickly discuss his job as a firefighter in Savannah, GA and talk about his work with the veteran organization, Irreverent Warriors. Overall, a great episode that should clear up a lot of confusion for Marines considering moving into the Air Force's TACP program.

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/39883304Tue, 21 Jul 2020 15:54:48 +0000Justin CramerMatt Caples is an Air National Guard JTAC qualified TACP. Prior to serving in the ANG, Caples was a motor transport mechanic in the Marine Corps and did a tour at Parris Island as a Drill Instructor. Caples details the steps he took to leave the...
Caples details the steps he took to leave the Marines and join the Air Force's TACP program. We go into detail about the TACP training pipeline and compare and contrast the Air Force program with the Marine Corps program.

We also quickly discuss his job as a firefighter in Savannah, GA and talk about his work with the veteran organization, Irreverent Warriors. Overall, a great episode that should clear up a lot of confusion for Marines considering moving into the Air Force's TACP program.

https://www.irreverentwarriors.com/

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]]>7793truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-063-sgt-david-james-former-recon-marine-and-mentor-to-sof-applicants--39824227
James details his path to 1st Reconnaissance Battalion in the 80s and some of the obstacles he overcame to achieve the title of Recon. He also discusses his "gold winging" ceremony (where Marines are presented their gold jump wings after completing the required training syllabus) where his wings were pounded so hard into his chest that his left lung collapsed and damage was done to his heart.

James had some comm issues so we will pick up his story again in the future so make sure to subscribe in order to be notified when his next episode drops. Also, make sure to check out James's YouTube channel where you can see some of the training he does with prospective special operations candidates.


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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/39824227Fri, 17 Jul 2020 22:54:53 +0000Justin CramerDave "Rage" James is a former Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps and currently mentors civilians interested in joining the military to become part of special operations. Prior to joining the Marine Corps, James served an enlistment in the...
James details his path to 1st Reconnaissance Battalion in the 80s and some of the obstacles he overcame to achieve the title of Recon. He also discusses his "gold winging" ceremony (where Marines are presented their gold jump wings after completing the required training syllabus) where his wings were pounded so hard into his chest that his left lung collapsed and damage was done to his heart.

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]]>4553truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-062-ashley-smentek-retired-deputy-sheriff--39340707
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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/39340707Mon, 13 Jul 2020 07:59:27 +0000Justin CramerRetired Deputy Sheriff and owner of Gold Hill Canine, Ashley Smentek, is back on the show to talk about some current events in order to add a police perspective to the conversation. It was an interesting and thought-provoking conversation. If you...
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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>9790truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-061-sgt-nicholas-davison-law-enforcement-officer-and-former-marine-motor-transport-mechanic--36281433
Davison breaks down his time in the United States Marine Corps Reserves and we compare and contrast that component with being on active duty. We also discuss the military occupation specialty (MOS) school located at Camp Johnson, NC.

As previously mentioned, Davison is in law enforcement and breaks down the vetting and lengthy hiring process for multiple law enforcement agencies in California. He also talks about being a K-9 handler and what it was like working with dogs.

It was really great catching up with Nick and talking about our time working together. This is a great episode for anyone considering a career in the Marine Corps reserves or in law enforcement so make sure to share it with those it could help!

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/36281433Mon, 06 Jul 2020 11:00:07 +0000Justin CramerThis episode features my buddy from the past, Nick Davison. He currently works in law enforcement but we met as organizational mechanics in the Marine Corps for a 2009 deployment to Al-Taqaddum (TQ) airfield in Iraq. Davison breaks down his time in...
Davison breaks down his time in the United States Marine Corps Reserves and we compare and contrast that component with being on active duty. We also discuss the military occupation specialty (MOS) school located at Camp Johnson, NC.

As previously mentioned, Davison is in law enforcement and breaks down the vetting and lengthy hiring process for multiple law enforcement agencies in California. He also talks about being a K-9 handler and what it was like working with dogs.

It was really great catching up with Nick and talking about our time working together. This is a great episode for anyone considering a career in the Marine Corps reserves or in law enforcement so make sure to share it with those it could help!

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]]>6726truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-060-david-armstrong-marine-artillery-officer--34929720
We also get into the restructuring of the Marine Corps by the current commandant and what effects that decision could have across the fleet. Another really great show with an intelligent individual.

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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/34929720Tue, 30 Jun 2020 15:21:21 +0000Justin CramerDavid Armstrong is a retired Lieutenant Colonel from the United States Marine Corps. He was an artillery and tank officer on active duty and the reserves and gives great insight into the reservist side of the Marine Corps. We also get into the...
We also get into the restructuring of the Marine Corps by the current commandant and what effects that decision could have across the fleet. Another really great show with an intelligent individual.

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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>11500truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-059-sgt-salvador-lara-marine-assaultman--33216474
This was a great podcast that explains the job of the Marine assaultman, how leadership can affect combat operations, PTSD and tragically high suicide rate of Marines from 2nd Battalion 7th Marine Regiment.

Article: https://www.santafenewmexican.com/news/unit-stalked-by-suicide-trying-to-save-itself/article_f36671d6-e44c-584f-be71-5841d16949e2.html

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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/33216474Thu, 25 Jun 2020 08:10:26 +0000Justin CramerSalvador Lara was a Marine infantry assaultman, Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom veteran. During his first deployment to Iraq he earned two purple hearts for separate improvised explosive and suicide bomber attacks that caused...
This was a great podcast that explains the job of the Marine assaultman, how leadership can affect combat operations, PTSD and tragically high suicide rate of Marines from 2nd Battalion 7th Marine Regiment.

Article: https://www.santafenewmexican.com/news/unit-stalked-by-suicide-trying-to-save-itself/article_f36671d6-e44c-584f-be71-5841d16949e2.html

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We also discuss my dad's time being stationed in Germany with the Army in the mid-70's. Following his active service, he eventually made his way to the Army Reserves where he worked as a mental health specialist. We get into some pretty disturbing content at this point as we talk about him working with soldiers at Ft. Benning and military prisoners at Ft. Leavenworth.

We also get into his involvement in the Gulf War with the 377th Combat Support Hospital out of Chattanooga, TN. Having treated over 800 patients (and one monkey), it was quickly time to wrap up the lightning-fast ground war.

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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/32392970Mon, 22 Jun 2020 08:18:52 +0000Justin CramerOn this episode of the podcast, I interview my father for Father's Day and learn more about the family's history. My grandfather served in the Army Air Corps towards the end of WWII and during the occupation afterwards in Japan and eventually...
We also discuss my dad's time being stationed in Germany with the Army in the mid-70's. Following his active service, he eventually made his way to the Army Reserves where he worked as a mental health specialist. We get into some pretty disturbing content at this point as we talk about him working with soldiers at Ft. Benning and military prisoners at Ft. Leavenworth.

We also get into his involvement in the Gulf War with the 377th Combat Support Hospital out of Chattanooga, TN. Having treated over 800 patients (and one monkey), it was quickly time to wrap up the lightning-fast ground war.

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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>6384truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-057-john-carughi--31636079
Today, Carughi joins me to briefly discuss his 4-year stint in the Marines and some of the training he received as an infantryman and marksmanship instructor. We also discuss his current career as a security contractor and a firearms instructor.

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/31636079Thu, 18 Jun 2020 09:23:23 +0000Justin CramerJohn Carughi is a former Marine infantryman that spent four years at Marine Corps Base Hawaii; however, Carughi recently became known internet-wide after a video of him disarming a rioter that had taken possession of a police rifle went viral during...
Today, Carughi joins me to briefly discuss his 4-year stint in the Marines and some of the training he received as an infantryman and marksmanship instructor. We also discuss his current career as a security contractor and a firearms instructor.

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]]>3641truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-056-joson-ramirez-and-andrew-dimauro-1st-anglico-marines--31096341
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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>5894truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-055-ssgt-alex-barlow-recon-marine--30253917
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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/30253917Thu, 11 Jun 2020 08:05:46 +0000Justin CramerSSgt Alex Barlow is a Recon Marine that recently retired from the United States Marine Corps. During his service, he worked on teams at 1st and 2nd Recon Battalion and deployed multiple times to Operation Enduring Freedom, South America, and...
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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>7249truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-054-ltcol-david-armstrong-marine-artillery-officer-and-jtac--29891307
Armstrong was at Ft. Sill during planning for the Gulf War and missed out on deploying because of how quick the war ended. He eventually got what he asked for and was sent to Somalia as an attachment from 11th Marines and was able to conduct fire missions and control air assets during multiple engagements.

Armstrong also served with 1st ANGLICO and goes into details about his time with the unit and some of the different professionals he worked with. We also discuss different ANGLICO missions, jump training and moving the unit from Del Mar to its current location in the Las Flores area aboard Camp Pendleton.

Finally, Armstrong covers the Marine Heritage Foundation and the different projects they are funding for the Marine Corps Museum. He discusses individual exhibits and some future plans for the museum.

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/29891307Mon, 08 Jun 2020 11:25:51 +0000Justin CramerLtCol David Armstrong is on the podcast with us this week. David is a former Marine artillery officer whose career took many interesting turns over the years. Armstrong was at Ft. Sill during planning for the Gulf War and missed out on deploying...
Armstrong was at Ft. Sill during planning for the Gulf War and missed out on deploying because of how quick the war ended. He eventually got what he asked for and was sent to Somalia as an attachment from 11th Marines and was able to conduct fire missions and control air assets during multiple engagements.

Armstrong also served with 1st ANGLICO and goes into details about his time with the unit and some of the different professionals he worked with. We also discuss different ANGLICO missions, jump training and moving the unit from Del Mar to its current location in the Las Flores area aboard Camp Pendleton.

Finally, Armstrong covers the Marine Heritage Foundation and the different projects they are funding for the Marine Corps Museum. He discusses individual exhibits and some future plans for the museum.

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]]>12775truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-053-sgt-sean-o-brien-marine-fire-support-man-and-oef-veteran--29259984
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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/29259984Thu, 04 Jun 2020 07:58:09 +0000Justin CramerSgt Sean O'Brien is a former Fire Support Marine that served with 1st and 5th Battalions from 10th Marine Regiment, 1st Battalion 6th Marine Regiment during Operation Enduring Freedom and 1st ANGLICO. O'Brien left the Marine Corps in 2017 and is now...
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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>6800truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-052-alex-anninos-field-artillery--28762885
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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/28762885Sun, 31 May 2020 20:54:11 +0000Justin CramerAlex is back on the show and we discuss some of his most memorable fire missions from Syria, how his transition has been during the COVID-19 pandemic, protests and riots taking place across the country, and much more. Great conversation as always and...
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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>10367truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-051-hm2-tyler-fogg-us-navy-corpsman-and-sere-instructor--28553335
Prior to being assigned to 1st ANGLICO, Fogg worked with the US Customs and Border Patrol on the southern border and was involved in emplacing sensors to monitor human and drug trafficking as well as assisting in the apprehension of illegal immigrants, human traffickers and drug mules.

Following that assignment, Fogg had the opportunity to train at the Navy Trauma Training Center in Los Angeles. This training program allows military medical personnel to work in one of the busiest trauma centers in the country and get hands-on experience with gunshot, stab, and other types of traumatic injuries. This allows military members to get vital hands-on experience prior to deploying downrange.

Fogg also attended the west coast Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape (SERE) course and used that experience to help sway him to become an east coast SERE instructor. Although the actual courseware is classified, Fogg gives some insight into how the school is conducted and what prospective students can do to be successful.

Overall, another great interview that was not only entertaining but informative as well.

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/28553335Thu, 28 May 2020 17:05:38 +0000Justin CramerHM2 Tyler Fogg is a US Navy Corpsman that I worked with at 1st ANGLICO and has had some interesting billets during his ongoing career. Prior to being assigned to 1st ANGLICO, Fogg worked with the US Customs and Border Patrol on the southern border...
Prior to being assigned to 1st ANGLICO, Fogg worked with the US Customs and Border Patrol on the southern border and was involved in emplacing sensors to monitor human and drug trafficking as well as assisting in the apprehension of illegal immigrants, human traffickers and drug mules.

Following that assignment, Fogg had the opportunity to train at the Navy Trauma Training Center in Los Angeles. This training program allows military medical personnel to work in one of the busiest trauma centers in the country and get hands-on experience with gunshot, stab, and other types of traumatic injuries. This allows military members to get vital hands-on experience prior to deploying downrange.

Fogg also attended the west coast Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape (SERE) course and used that experience to help sway him to become an east coast SERE instructor. Although the actual courseware is classified, Fogg gives some insight into how the school is conducted and what prospective students can do to be successful.

Overall, another great interview that was not only entertaining but informative as well.

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]]>10991truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-050-michael-farrell-tracy-offutt--27900635
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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/27900635Thu, 21 May 2020 11:00:05 +0000Justin CramerI'm joined again by my friends and fellow Marines Tracy Offutt and Michael Farrell. Check out their previous interviews as well. Support the show https://patreon.com/formeractionguys https://jcramergraphics.com https://ANGLICOshop.com
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For his first duty station, Moyer, was assigned to 2nd ANGLICO as they prepared for their 2006 deployment to Iraq. During that deployment, Moyer's Support Arms Liaison Team (SALT) worked out of Habbaniya before being moved to Ramadi to reinforce American's in the tumultuous city.

Moyer returned to Iraq with 2nd ANGLICO and then was assigned to 5th Battalion 10th Marine Regiment after returning. From there, he deployed to Camp Leatherneck as a member of the Brigade Combat Team fire support section.

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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/27648745Mon, 18 May 2020 10:30:14 +0000Justin CramerSgt Matthew Moyer is a Marine Corps Fire Support Man that served with 2nd ANGLICO and 5th Battalion 10th Marine Regiment during his shortened Marine Corps career. A veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF), Moyer...
For his first duty station, Moyer, was assigned to 2nd ANGLICO as they prepared for their 2006 deployment to Iraq. During that deployment, Moyer's Support Arms Liaison Team (SALT) worked out of Habbaniya before being moved to Ramadi to reinforce American's in the tumultuous city.

Moyer returned to Iraq with 2nd ANGLICO and then was assigned to 5th Battalion 10th Marine Regiment after returning. From there, he deployed to Camp Leatherneck as a member of the Brigade Combat Team fire support section.

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Emilio gives a good breakdown of how a flight contract Marine may progress through flight school and what was perceived to be the more difficult events. We talk through the different steps in training that he undertook prior to his first deployment to Afghanistan. We also discuss the difficulties of working within certain ROEs during that timeframe and what it meant for guy on the ground.

Sprinkled throughout is our unsolicited advice for how the Marine Corps could better employ their personnel and what impacts it could have on the service. Overall, a great podcast with a ton of useful information. We're gonna have to schedule a follow-up in the near future to dig deeper into some of the topics we brought up.

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/26188724Mon, 27 Apr 2020 09:27:23 +0000Justin CramerMaj Grant "Emilio" Mauritzson was a United States Marine Corps AV-8B Harrier pilot that served with VMFA-211 and VMFA-311. He is an Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Inherent Resolve veteran and we worked together while deployed with the 11th...
Emilio gives a good breakdown of how a flight contract Marine may progress through flight school and what was perceived to be the more difficult events. We talk through the different steps in training that he undertook prior to his first deployment to Afghanistan. We also discuss the difficulties of working within certain ROEs during that timeframe and what it meant for guy on the ground.

Sprinkled throughout is our unsolicited advice for how the Marine Corps could better employ their personnel and what impacts it could have on the service. Overall, a great podcast with a ton of useful information. We're gonna have to schedule a follow-up in the near future to dig deeper into some of the topics we brought up.

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]]>9066truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-046-joshua-gage-marsoc-jtac-and-fire-support-man--25811620
He also completed two deployments to Afghanistan with 2nd Battalion 6th Marine Regiment. His first deployment with 2/6 was in the newly cleared Marjah District in 2010. Following that deployment, Gage attended TACP school and was immediately given orders back to 2/6 for their upcoming deployment to Nawa.

During the podcast, we discuss how Gage operated as a Fire Support Man and JTAC with the different units he was assigned to. We also have a great discussion concerning mental health and the inaction by those most affected.

Like me, Gage is a motorhead so we talk about his new Indian motorcycle and he compares how it rides to his Harley Davidson Dyna. In addition to talking about his motorcycles and the club he is involved in, we go over the work he had done to his Scion FR-S while he still owned it.

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25811620Mon, 20 Apr 2020 19:11:28 +0000Justin CramerGySgt Joshua Gage is a Marine Corps JTAC and Fire Support Man currently serving with 2nd Marine Division. Prior to that, Gage was Special Operations Capabilities Specialist (SOCS) at Marine Special Operations Command (MARSOC). He served with MARSOC...
He also completed two deployments to Afghanistan with 2nd Battalion 6th Marine Regiment. His first deployment with 2/6 was in the newly cleared Marjah District in 2010. Following that deployment, Gage attended TACP school and was immediately given orders back to 2/6 for their upcoming deployment to Nawa.

During the podcast, we discuss how Gage operated as a Fire Support Man and JTAC with the different units he was assigned to. We also have a great discussion concerning mental health and the inaction by those most affected.

Like me, Gage is a motorhead so we talk about his new Indian motorcycle and he compares how it rides to his Harley Davidson Dyna. In addition to talking about his motorcycles and the club he is involved in, we go over the work he had done to his Scion FR-S while he still owned it.

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]]>7743truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-045-quentin-brown-and-levi-slife-firefighters-and-former-marine-jtacs--25617141
Quentin works as a firefighter in Cleveland, Ohio and two other smaller municipal fire stations and Levi is a federal firefighter at Ft. Sill, Oklahoma. Both men detail different aspects of their jobs and how they differ since Levi is federal and Quentin is municipal.

This is a great episode for anyone interested in becoming a firefighter because we go into detail about the job requirements and both guys give tips on how to expedite the hiring process.

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Quentin works as a firefighter in Cleveland, Ohio and two other smaller municipal fire stations and Levi is a federal firefighter at Ft. Sill, Oklahoma. Both men detail different aspects of their jobs and how they differ since Levi is federal and Quentin is municipal.

This is a great episode for anyone interested in becoming a firefighter because we go into detail about the job requirements and both guys give tips on how to expedite the hiring process.

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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>10220truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-044-ssgt-matthew-koetting-recon-marine--25402485
During his deployment to Afghanistan, Matt took part in Operation Moshtarak which was meant to wrest control of the city of Marjah from Taliban and insurgent forces. During the operation, he was severely wounded by an improvised explosive device (IED). He was medically evacuated from the point of injury to Camp Bastion Air Base in order to stabilize him before moving to Landstuhl Regional Medical Center and finally Walter Reed National Medical Center. During recovery, Matt underwent more than a dozen surgeries to repair damage caused by the IED blast and was awarded the Purple Heart medal by President Barack Obama.

Matt is not one to be held back by adversity, so he applied to screen for one of the hardest jobs in the Marine Corps, Reconnaissance Man. He completed Basic Reconnaissance Course and was assigned to the legendary 1st Reconnaissance Battalion at Camp Pendleton, CA. While serving as a recon Marine, Matt attended the US Army Airborne School at Ft. Benning, GA and the Tactical Air Control Party school at Naval Amphibious Base Coronado, among others.

After completing his final deployment as part of the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), Matt realized his ongoing issues with the injuries he suffered during his IED blast would make him a liability to his team and he was medically retired from the Marine Corps.

After leaving the service, Matt worked in different industries while finishing his degree and used his experience to co-found Invictus International. His company provides armed and unarmed security options for various assets requiring their specialized service. He continues to support the military community by employing veterans that can bring real-world experience to a job that requires maturity and decisive action in stressful situations.

It was a pleasure interviewing Matt and I look forward to our future conversations on the Former Action Guys Podcast.

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25402485Mon, 13 Apr 2020 12:00:06 +0000Justin CramerMatt Koetting served in the United States Marine Corps as an assaultman, machine gunner, joint terminal attack controller (JTAC), Marine Corps instructor of water survival (MCIWS) and Reconnaissance Marine. Matt served with 1st Battalion 3rd Marine...
During his deployment to Afghanistan, Matt took part in Operation Moshtarak which was meant to wrest control of the city of Marjah from Taliban and insurgent forces. During the operation, he was severely wounded by an improvised explosive device (IED). He was medically evacuated from the point of injury to Camp Bastion Air Base in order to stabilize him before moving to Landstuhl Regional Medical Center and finally Walter Reed National Medical Center. During recovery, Matt underwent more than a dozen surgeries to repair damage caused by the IED blast and was awarded the Purple Heart medal by President Barack Obama.

Matt is not one to be held back by adversity, so he applied to screen for one of the hardest jobs in the Marine Corps, Reconnaissance Man. He completed Basic Reconnaissance Course and was assigned to the legendary 1st Reconnaissance Battalion at Camp Pendleton, CA. While serving as a recon Marine, Matt attended the US Army Airborne School at Ft. Benning, GA and the Tactical Air Control Party school at Naval Amphibious Base Coronado, among others.

After completing his final deployment as part of the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), Matt realized his ongoing issues with the injuries he suffered during his IED blast would make him a liability to his team and he was medically retired from the Marine Corps.

After leaving the service, Matt worked in different industries while finishing his degree and used his experience to co-found Invictus International. His company provides armed and unarmed security options for various assets requiring their specialized service. He continues to support the military community by employing veterans that can bring real-world experience to a job that requires maturity and decisive action in stressful situations.

It was a pleasure interviewing Matt and I look forward to our future conversations on the Former Action Guys Podcast.

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]]>14672truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-043-lcpl-geraint-jones-uk-army-infantry-and-private-military-contractor--24871667
Geraint is now using his experience as an infantryman in the military and his love for history to fuel him as a writer. He currently has 10 books published through different publishing houses and by self-publishing. During the podcast, he shares some tips for those that may be interested in making a career of writing.

We also spend some time comparing and contrasting different aspects of our individual militaries, healthcare systems, government responses to the COVID-19 outbreak and more.

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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24871667Mon, 06 Apr 2020 12:00:16 +0000Justin CramerGeraint Jones is formerly part of the British Army Reserves and completed two deployments to the Iraqi city of Basra and one deployment to the Musa Qala District in Helmand Province, Afghanistan. Following his service in the military, Geraint worked...
Geraint is now using his experience as an infantryman in the military and his love for history to fuel him as a writer. He currently has 10 books published through different publishing houses and by self-publishing. During the podcast, he shares some tips for those that may be interested in making a career of writing.

We also spend some time comparing and contrasting different aspects of our individual militaries, healthcare systems, government responses to the COVID-19 outbreak and more.

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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>8041truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-042-vanessa-hulsey--24804451
The United States is entering a two-week period that is expected to show a large increase in the number of fatalities caused by the Coronavirus. Administration officials and medical advisors are preparing citizens of America to experience hundreds of thousands of deaths due to the virus so we're doing our part to get the word out to our listeners.

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The United States is entering a two-week period that is expected to show a large increase in the number of fatalities caused by the Coronavirus. Administration officials and medical advisors are preparing citizens of America to experience hundreds of thousands of deaths due to the virus so we're doing our part to get the word out to our listeners.

Stay safe out there everyone and I'd love to know how you're preparing for the virus. Just leave a comment and join the conversation!

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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>6608truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-041-deputy-sheriff-ii-ashley-smentek-california-law-enforcement-and-dog-trainer--24771276
We discuss recent officer-involved shootings and other incidents that have put the spotlight on the men and women in blue. Ashley's perspective on these matters is both insightful and thought-provoking. He shares his views on the use of body cams and other recording devices, and he brings context to situations that civilians may not have considered.

This is a fascinating episode that provides a unique look into the world of law enforcement. If you're interested in learning more about the challenges and complexities of being a police officer, then you'll definitely want to check this out.

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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24771276Fri, 03 Apr 2020 08:08:46 +0000Justin CramerIn this episode of the Former Action Guys Podcast, we talk to Ashley Smentek, a retired deputy sheriff who now runs Gold Hill Canine in Northern California. Ashley served as a patrol officer, a member of a helicopter team, and for 3 years within the...
We discuss recent officer-involved shootings and other incidents that have put the spotlight on the men and women in blue. Ashley's perspective on these matters is both insightful and thought-provoking. He shares his views on the use of body cams and other recording devices, and he brings context to situations that civilians may not have considered.

This is a fascinating episode that provides a unique look into the world of law enforcement. If you're interested in learning more about the challenges and complexities of being a police officer, then you'll definitely want to check this out.

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We discuss Alex's career in artillery, including his role in the retaking of Tabaqa Dam. We also talk about the challenges of being a FDC Marine and the importance of indirect fire assets in modern warfare.

This is an awesome podcast with some interesting insight into one of the most recent major combat operations outside of Iraq or Afghanistan. Thanks again to Alex for coming on and I look forward to recording more episodes in the future!

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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24365810Thu, 26 Mar 2020 10:00:20 +0000Justin CramerIn this episode of the podcast, we talk to Alex, a former Fire Direction Controlman (FDC) Marine for Alpha Battery 1st Battalion 11th Marine Regiment aboard Camp Pendleton, CA. Alex served for eight years and was deployed to Syria to support the fight...
We discuss Alex's career in artillery, including his role in the retaking of Tabaqa Dam. We also talk about the challenges of being a FDC Marine and the importance of indirect fire assets in modern warfare.

This is an awesome podcast with some interesting insight into one of the most recent major combat operations outside of Iraq or Afghanistan. Thanks again to Alex for coming on and I look forward to recording more episodes in the future!

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Explore the challenges Amanda faced in the seemingly out-of-touch mission of constructing modern structures in an agrarian society where people sleep outdoors and live in mud buildings. Bureaucratic issues, differing workmanship, and quality standards between societies contributed to project timeline setbacks. We also delve into the impact of internal conflicts within a unit and their effects on combat missions.

Beyond our military experiences, we discuss life around FOB Morales Frazier and the difficulties veterans encounter when interacting with civilians. Tune in for valuable insights into the realities of military life and the struggles of transitioning back to civilian society.

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Explore the challenges Amanda faced in the seemingly out-of-touch mission of constructing modern structures in an agrarian society where people sleep outdoors and live in mud buildings. Bureaucratic issues, differing workmanship, and quality standards between societies contributed to project timeline setbacks. We also delve into the impact of internal conflicts within a unit and their effects on combat missions.

Beyond our military experiences, we discuss life around FOB Morales Frazier and the difficulties veterans encounter when interacting with civilians. Tune in for valuable insights into the realities of military life and the struggles of transitioning back to civilian society.

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Amanda's Site
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Today, we are covering Coronavirus (COVID-19), how it has affected our schools (SDSU and OSU), a smidgen of politics, China and obviously some old sea stories.

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24111244Fri, 20 Mar 2020 22:22:37 +0000Justin CramerNate Garens is a junior at the Ohio State University and former Marine JTAC that served with 5th ANGLICO, 1st ANGLICO, 10th Marine Regiment and 24th MEU. Nate was our guest on Ep. 009 of the podcast so make sure to check that out for his full...
Today, we are covering Coronavirus (COVID-19), how it has affected our schools (SDSU and OSU), a smidgen of politics, China and obviously some old sea stories.

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23816191Fri, 13 Mar 2020 08:00:14 +0000Justin CramerMichael Farrell is back on the show and we go over quite a few topics covering Coronavirus, Michael's Suzuki Hayabusa, Okinawa, college, investing and more. Support the show https://patreon.com/formeractionguys https://jcramergraphics.com...

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]]>7455truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-035-sgt-aaron-quinonez-marine-corps-radio-operator--23668560
After leaving the military for the second time, Quinonez realized he was dealing with mental health issues stemming from both his childhood and his service in the military. Quinonez now promotes charitable trips outside of the United States that allow service members to give back to the less fortunate and add a new sense of purpose to his life.

Overall, this was a good talk regarding the military, mental health and philanthropic opportunities.

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After leaving the military for the second time, Quinonez realized he was dealing with mental health issues stemming from both his childhood and his service in the military. Quinonez now promotes charitable trips outside of the United States that allow service members to give back to the less fortunate and add a new sense of purpose to his life.

Overall, this was a good talk regarding the military, mental health and philanthropic opportunities.

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This is a great episode for veterans questions about utilizing their post-9/11 or Montgomery GI Bill and we also discuss the Vocational Rehabilitation program that many people don't understand. Esparza also goes into more detail regarding SDSU and how they specifically support their veterans.


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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23453307Wed, 04 Mar 2020 08:30:10 +0000Justin CramerEsparza spent four years on active duty in the Navy as a Master-At-Arms and has continued his military career as a reservist. He also works with veterans at the San Diego State University Veterans Center by evaluating their coursework and education...
This is a great episode for veterans questions about utilizing their post-9/11 or Montgomery GI Bill and we also discuss the Vocational Rehabilitation program that many people don't understand. Esparza also goes into more detail regarding SDSU and how they specifically support their veterans.


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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>4688truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-033-ssgt-jonathan-reid-marine-corps-fire-support-man-and-jtac--23289406
Along with being a US Marine, Jonathan is also a motorsport enthusiast and volunteers to work with veterans on the track. We spend the eginninng of our conversation discussing how we met through the Mitsubishi Evolution community. Overall, another great podcast in the books.


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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23289406Fri, 28 Feb 2020 15:20:33 +0000Justin CramerSSgt Jonathan Reid is a former Marine Corps Fire Support Man and Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC). He was initially assigned to 2D ANGLICO and completed a deployment to Iraq and two to Afghanistan. Along with being a US Marine, Jonathan is...
Along with being a US Marine, Jonathan is also a motorsport enthusiast and volunteers to work with veterans on the track. We spend the eginninng of our conversation discussing how we met through the Mitsubishi Evolution community. Overall, another great podcast in the books.


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]]>8691truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-032-sfc-gregory-raith-army-13f-and-jtac--23159676
In this podcast we discuss the differences between the United States Marine Corps and United States Army when it comes to fire support integration, training of joint fires observers (JFO) and employment of different air assets. we also get into how the Air Force integrates their JTACs and ROMADs within the Army.

Great episode and really informative for anyone looking for more information regarding fires in a joint environment.


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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23159676Tue, 25 Feb 2020 09:30:08 +0000Justin CramerSFC Graith is a 13F (Forward Observer) and Joint Terminal Attack Controller for the US Army. He is currently stationed at Ft. Sill, Oklahoma. In this podcast we discuss the differences between the United States Marine Corps and United States Army...
In this podcast we discuss the differences between the United States Marine Corps and United States Army when it comes to fire support integration, training of joint fires observers (JFO) and employment of different air assets. we also get into how the Air Force integrates their JTACs and ROMADs within the Army.

Great episode and really informative for anyone looking for more information regarding fires in a joint environment.


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]]>8360truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-031-ssgt-cameron-langland-marine-corps-recon-man-and-jtac--22980039
We dive into what it was like for Cameron to attend one of the hardest schools in the Marine Corps, Basic Reconnaissance Course (BRC), and he breaks down different segments of training that Recon Marines undertake throughout their careers.

Following that, Cameron explains why traveling for the last three years has given him a unique appreciation for life and assisted in his transition from the United States Marine Corps. Obviously this was a great show and I really appreciate Cameron coming on and telling his unique story to the world.


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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22980039Thu, 20 Feb 2020 08:30:16 +0000Justin CramerCameron is a former Reconnaissance Marine that deployed with me in 2014 and is currently a world traveler continuing on a three year adventure in his RV that has taken him all across our country and to every country south of the border. We dive into...
We dive into what it was like for Cameron to attend one of the hardest schools in the Marine Corps, Basic Reconnaissance Course (BRC), and he breaks down different segments of training that Recon Marines undertake throughout their careers.

Following that, Cameron explains why traveling for the last three years has given him a unique appreciation for life and assisted in his transition from the United States Marine Corps. Obviously this was a great show and I really appreciate Cameron coming on and telling his unique story to the world.


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]]>7661truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-030-ssgt-denny-raabe-marine-corps-fire-support-man-and-jtac--22862308
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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22862308Mon, 17 Feb 2020 08:30:15 +0000Justin CramerThanks to SSgt Denny Raabe (@dc_raabe) for coming on the podcast today and talking about the future of fire support, among other things. SSgt Raabe is the Marine Artillery Scout Observer Course chief instructor at Ft Sill, OK. He is also a #Marine...
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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22717555Thu, 13 Feb 2020 05:20:41 +0000Justin CramerMichael Farrell and I sit back down to talk about everything from living in base housing to Farrell lane splitting with his Hayabusa at over 100 mph. Support the show https://patreon.com/formeractionguys https://jcramergraphics.com...
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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>7137truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-028-maj-christopher-walker-marine-corps-field-artillery-officer-and-jtac--22644088
During this episode we discuss his two deployments with 1/7, including their 2012 deployment to Sangin. We also get into our deployment on the 11th MEU as the ANGLICO Detachment and what led him to begin acting.


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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22644088Tue, 11 Feb 2020 06:05:41 +0000Justin CramerGreat episode this week. Chris is a reservist now but previously served with 11th Marines, 1/7, and 1st ANGLICO. In addition to being an artillery officer and JTAC, Chris is a working actor with appearances in Punisher, The Blacklist and most recently...
During this episode we discuss his two deployments with 1/7, including their 2012 deployment to Sangin. We also get into our deployment on the 11th MEU as the ANGLICO Detachment and what led him to begin acting.


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Josh is also an ultra marathoner who has taken part in multiple races. His next major event is May 15th and he will be running from the yellow footprints at Parris Island, SC to Onslow Beach on Camp Lejeune, NC to bring awareness to veteran suicide.

In addition to those two topics, we also discuss his career as an author and why he was forced to leave the infantry. Overall, a great interview that I think many people will appreciate.

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Josh is also an ultra marathoner who has taken part in multiple races. His next major event is May 15th and he will be running from the yellow footprints at Parris Island, SC to Onslow Beach on Camp Lejeune, NC to bring awareness to veteran suicide.

In addition to those two topics, we also discuss his career as an author and why he was forced to leave the infantry. Overall, a great interview that I think many people will appreciate.

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22359206Mon, 03 Feb 2020 07:40:35 +0000Justin CramerTracy Offutt is back on the show and we hit a lot of topics including flying with guns, when I almost got arrested in South Dakota, Sergeant Majorisms and more. It was great sitting down with Tracy again and I can't wait until our next episode...

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While in the Marine Corps, Joel participated in providing humanitarian assistance for the citizens of Haiti after the island was struck by a devastating earthquake in 2009. We also discuss Joel's transition from the military and he details his experience attending the Denver Sheriff Training Academy and what it was like to work in the jail system.

Finally, we discuss Joel moving from the Denver Sheriff's Office to working in the private sector before ultimately joining the local police department. Joel was a solid Marine that I personally worked with and he's great dude. Enjoy!

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While in the Marine Corps, Joel participated in providing humanitarian assistance for the citizens of Haiti after the island was struck by a devastating earthquake in 2009. We also discuss Joel's transition from the military and he details his experience attending the Denver Sheriff Training Academy and what it was like to work in the jail system.

Finally, we discuss Joel moving from the Denver Sheriff's Office to working in the private sector before ultimately joining the local police department. Joel was a solid Marine that I personally worked with and he's great dude. Enjoy!

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I give a quick description of the targeting process downrange and the different roles other members of 3rd Battalion 6th Marine Regiment and I had during one of our strikes. This strike involved an investigation because of an alleged civilian casualty but it was clear from the video feeds that insurgents brought an injured girl from elsewhere.

If you haven't listened to Michael's full story then go back to Ep. 004 and hear him talk about his time in the Marines that included two tours to Iraq and his participation in Phantom Fury as mortuary affairs.

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I give a quick description of the targeting process downrange and the different roles other members of 3rd Battalion 6th Marine Regiment and I had during one of our strikes. This strike involved an investigation because of an alleged civilian casualty but it was clear from the video feeds that insurgents brought an injured girl from elsewhere.

If you haven't listened to Michael's full story then go back to Ep. 004 and hear him talk about his time in the Marines that included two tours to Iraq and his participation in Phantom Fury as mortuary affairs.

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21522652Thu, 09 Jan 2020 23:00:59 +0000Justin CramerEpisode 022 of the Former Action Guys Podcast features a great conversation between me and Episode 003 guest, Chris Limberg. We cover everything from Iraq and Afghanistan to liberty during NYC Fleet Week and mental health. Support the show...

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21270248Thu, 02 Jan 2020 06:12:35 +0000Justin CramerEp. 021 features the career of LCDR Emmett "Lambo" Lamb and his journey that included studying Political Science at the United States Naval Academy, driving some of America's most important warships during operations in the Pacific, and to 1st ANGLICO...

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20878064Thu, 19 Dec 2019 08:46:56 +0000Justin CramerThe boys and I sit down and talk about our time with the 1st ANGLICO and the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit. Wild discussions ranging from liberty shenanigans in Hong Kong to barracks parties and everything in between. Make sure to subscribe to be...

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We discuss his time living in Okinawa and his multiple deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan and elsewhere. The realities of working with different personalities are brought to light and a surprising revelation is made in the last portion of the interview.

Quentin now lives in Ohio and works for three different fire departments and I look forward to our next interview.

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We discuss his time living in Okinawa and his multiple deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan and elsewhere. The realities of working with different personalities are brought to light and a surprising revelation is made in the last portion of the interview.

Quentin now lives in Ohio and works for three different fire departments and I look forward to our next interview.

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Kevin and I worked together at 2/10 and we deployed as part of the same battalion fire support team supporting 3/6 during their 2011 deployment to Marjah, Afghanistan.

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Kevin and I worked together at 2/10 and we deployed as part of the same battalion fire support team supporting 3/6 during their 2011 deployment to Marjah, Afghanistan.

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Hailing from Littleton, Colorado, Levi joined the Marine Corps at 17, undergoing recruit training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) San Diego. Subsequently, he completed training at Ft. Sill, Oklahoma, and Naval Amphibious Base Coronado.

Assigned to E Battery 2nd Battalion 11th Marines, Levi details his initial unit training and deployment with 3rd Battalion 5th Marines on the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU). His experiences extend to 2nd Battalion 1st Marines during a deployment to the Garmshir District of Afghanistan.


The episode delves into Levi's varied career, touching on advisor team deployments and service in different Afghan locations. Levi also shares insights on teaching the JFO course as a contractor and offers advice on pursuing a career as a federal firefighter.

Don't miss this episode for a concise and informative exploration of SSgt Levi Slife's military journey and valuable career advice.

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Hailing from Littleton, Colorado, Levi joined the Marine Corps at 17, undergoing recruit training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) San Diego. Subsequently, he completed training at Ft. Sill, Oklahoma, and Naval Amphibious Base Coronado.

Assigned to E Battery 2nd Battalion 11th Marines, Levi details his initial unit training and deployment with 3rd Battalion 5th Marines on the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU). His experiences extend to 2nd Battalion 1st Marines during a deployment to the Garmshir District of Afghanistan.


The episode delves into Levi's varied career, touching on advisor team deployments and service in different Afghan locations. Levi also shares insights on teaching the JFO course as a contractor and offers advice on pursuing a career as a federal firefighter.

Don't miss this episode for a concise and informative exploration of SSgt Levi Slife's military journey and valuable career advice.

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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>10521truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-012-jerry-geller-marine-corps-f4-phantom-pilot-and-vietnam-war-veteran--19547145
Recruited from college, Jerry joined the Marine Corps through the cadet program and began his flight training in Pensacola, FL. He positioned himself to be accepted into the jets training pipeline and eventually made it to VMFA-122 out of El Toro, California.

At VMFA-122 Jerry honed the pilot skills he would need in Vietnam like close air support (CAS), air-to-air combat, and deep air support (DAS). Once he was fully qualified, Jerry was sent to Vietnam to fly with VMFA-542 out of Chu Lai. 1967 was an active time in Vietnam and Jerry participated in multiple combat sorties that ranged from providing CAS to troops engaging enemy forces along with the defense of Khe Sanh.

The latter mission is how Jerry ended up being shot down by enemy forces. Luckily, Jerry survived and is able to recall that experience and some of the follow-on actions for our listeners.

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Recruited from college, Jerry joined the Marine Corps through the cadet program and began his flight training in Pensacola, FL. He positioned himself to be accepted into the jets training pipeline and eventually made it to VMFA-122 out of El Toro, California.

At VMFA-122 Jerry honed the pilot skills he would need in Vietnam like close air support (CAS), air-to-air combat, and deep air support (DAS). Once he was fully qualified, Jerry was sent to Vietnam to fly with VMFA-542 out of Chu Lai. 1967 was an active time in Vietnam and Jerry participated in multiple combat sorties that ranged from providing CAS to troops engaging enemy forces along with the defense of Khe Sanh.

The latter mission is how Jerry ended up being shot down by enemy forces. Luckily, Jerry survived and is able to recall that experience and some of the follow-on actions for our listeners.

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Post-deployment, Tracy continued a routine of training and overseas exercises, later serving as a Primary Marksmanship Instructor and Drill Instructor at MCRD San Diego. His role at the School of Infantry involved addressing training deficiencies between MCRD and SOI.

Selected as a 1st Sergeant, Tracy served in 1st Battalion 5th Marines during a deployment to Ramadi, Iraq, marked by challenges and significant losses. He later undertook Inspector and Instructor Duty with an engineering unit in Washington before concluding his career as the Sergeant Major of 1st ANGLICO until his retirement in 2015.

This interview offers a glimpse into Tracy's extensive military career, with future episodes promising a more in-depth exploration of specific milestones. Join us for a professional and insightful exploration of Tracy Offutt's remarkable experiences in the Marine Corps.

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Post-deployment, Tracy continued a routine of training and overseas exercises, later serving as a Primary Marksmanship Instructor and Drill Instructor at MCRD San Diego. His role at the School of Infantry involved addressing training deficiencies between MCRD and SOI.

Selected as a 1st Sergeant, Tracy served in 1st Battalion 5th Marines during a deployment to Ramadi, Iraq, marked by challenges and significant losses. He later undertook Inspector and Instructor Duty with an engineering unit in Washington before concluding his career as the Sergeant Major of 1st ANGLICO until his retirement in 2015.

This interview offers a glimpse into Tracy's extensive military career, with future episodes promising a more in-depth exploration of specific milestones. Join us for a professional and insightful exploration of Tracy Offutt's remarkable experiences in the Marine Corps.

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I also discuss one of the scouts who worked with me during our deployment to Marjah, Afghanistan with 3rd Battalion 6th Marine Regiment in 2011. LCpl Mister Lemelle was one of the best 0861s I worked with during my time in the service so I tell a story about some of his actions during an ambush.

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I also discuss one of the scouts who worked with me during our deployment to Marjah, Afghanistan with 3rd Battalion 6th Marine Regiment in 2011. LCpl Mister Lemelle was one of the best 0861s I worked with during my time in the service so I tell a story about some of his actions during an ambush.

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Later, Nate volunteered for a deployment with 1st ANGLICO from Camp Pendleton, CA, contributing to missions in both Iraq and Afghanistan. In Afghanistan, he supported British units in Musa Qala before assisting 1st Battalion 6th Marine Regiment during Operation Moshtarak in the Marjah District.
Post-1st ANGLICO, Nate's journey involved training Georgian Liaison Team Advisors, supporting the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit on a deployment to CENTCOM, and screening/training prospective JTACs and JFOs at the 10th Marine Regiment Artillery Training School.

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Later, Nate volunteered for a deployment with 1st ANGLICO from Camp Pendleton, CA, contributing to missions in both Iraq and Afghanistan. In Afghanistan, he supported British units in Musa Qala before assisting 1st Battalion 6th Marine Regiment during Operation Moshtarak in the Marjah District.
Post-1st ANGLICO, Nate's journey involved training Georgian Liaison Team Advisors, supporting the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit on a deployment to CENTCOM, and screening/training prospective JTACs and JFOs at the 10th Marine Regiment Artillery Training School.

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Later in the episode, Andrew recounts his return home and his second deployment that supported the Georgian Military in Afghanistan. He talks about the challenges of working alongside foreign partners, detailing his Georgian Liaison Team training and discussing various missions, including a poignant recovery mission for an American KIA.

Post-deployment, Andrew returns to 1st ANGLICO and is assigned to SALT D, which eventually became my team. He shares experiences from jump school and discusses the workup for the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) deployment our team connducted.

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Later in the episode, Andrew recounts his return home and his second deployment that supported the Georgian Military in Afghanistan. He talks about the challenges of working alongside foreign partners, detailing his Georgian Liaison Team training and discussing various missions, including a poignant recovery mission for an American KIA.

Post-deployment, Andrew returns to 1st ANGLICO and is assigned to SALT D, which eventually became my team. He shares experiences from jump school and discusses the workup for the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) deployment our team connducted.

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In this episode, Archer shares insights into his journey from Marine officer and aviator to transitioning into the corporate world. We delve into his Officer Candidate School training, contrasting it with experiences at Parris Island. Archer discusses the screening process and key training events to become a Naval Aviator, sharing thoughts on flying the T-34 and TH-37 aircraft.

He provides details on AH-1W Cobra training and deployment with the Gunfighters (HMLA-369) during Operation Enduring Freedom, discussing real-world engagements and weapons effects. After Afghanistan, Archer attends the Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course and joins 1st ANGLICO for a ground tour, highlighting experiences during a Marine Expeditionary Unit deployment.

The podcast concludes with Archer's transition to corporate America, covering both positive and challenging aspects. He shares his decision to leave the corporate world for a Master’s of Business for Veterans program at the University of Southern California.

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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19007722Thu, 05 Sep 2019 07:08:32 +0000Justin CramerEpisode 006 of the Former Action Guys Podcast focuses on Marine Corps AH-1W WTI pilot and 1st Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company (ANGLICO) Forward Air Controller (FAC), Major Michael “Archer” Cullen. In this episode, Archer shares insights into his...
In this episode, Archer shares insights into his journey from Marine officer and aviator to transitioning into the corporate world. We delve into his Officer Candidate School training, contrasting it with experiences at Parris Island. Archer discusses the screening process and key training events to become a Naval Aviator, sharing thoughts on flying the T-34 and TH-37 aircraft.

He provides details on AH-1W Cobra training and deployment with the Gunfighters (HMLA-369) during Operation Enduring Freedom, discussing real-world engagements and weapons effects. After Afghanistan, Archer attends the Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course and joins 1st ANGLICO for a ground tour, highlighting experiences during a Marine Expeditionary Unit deployment.

The podcast concludes with Archer's transition to corporate America, covering both positive and challenging aspects. He shares his decision to leave the corporate world for a Master’s of Business for Veterans program at the University of Southern California.

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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>12481truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-005-sgt-christopher-rothblatt-marine-infantry-fire-support-man-and-jfo--18932512
During this episode we discuss Chris’s multiple deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, changing careers from being a scout with Light Armored Reconnaissance (LAR) to being a Fire Support Man with 3D Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company (ANGLICO), his transition from the military into the world of security contracting, and his new career as a public servant.

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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18932512Thu, 29 Aug 2019 07:05:10 +0000Justin CramerEpisode 005 of the Former Action Guys Podcast focuses on Marine Corps Rifleman turned Fire Support Man, Sgt Christopher Rothblatt. During this episode we discuss Chris’s multiple deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, changing careers from being a...
During this episode we discuss Chris’s multiple deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, changing careers from being a scout with Light Armored Reconnaissance (LAR) to being a Fire Support Man with 3D Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company (ANGLICO), his transition from the military into the world of security contracting, and his new career as a public servant.

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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>8289truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-004-lcpl-michael-hanthorne-phantom-fury-veteran--18884566
During his first deployment, Michael and his unit were assigned to Mortuary Affairs for the second attack of Fallujah in November of 2004. This assignment meant he would be trailing 3rd Battalion 1st Marine Regiment members fighting house to house in the city in order to dispose of insurgent bodies left behind by enemy fighters. During their time at the “Potato Factory”, Michael and his unit picked up and processed over 600 dead enemy fighters from the streets and homes of Fallujah.

After the city was declared secured, Michael took part in the reestablishment of the Fallujah population by screening them through required biometric security tools.

Michael also discusses his second deployment to Iraq and compares the differences in enemy tactics between the two deployments, how American armor was upgraded to counter the growing IED threat and other topics.

We finish the podcast discussing Michael’s End of Active Service (EAS) from the Marine Corps, his continued fight with PTSD and his opinion regarding the Department of Veteran's Affairs care given to veterans.

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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18884566Thu, 22 Aug 2019 07:48:57 +0000Justin CramerDuring this episode we discuss Michael’s career, multiple deployments to Iraq and dealing with separating from the Marine Corps with PTSD. During his first deployment, Michael and his unit were assigned to Mortuary Affairs for the second attack of...
During his first deployment, Michael and his unit were assigned to Mortuary Affairs for the second attack of Fallujah in November of 2004. This assignment meant he would be trailing 3rd Battalion 1st Marine Regiment members fighting house to house in the city in order to dispose of insurgent bodies left behind by enemy fighters. During their time at the “Potato Factory”, Michael and his unit picked up and processed over 600 dead enemy fighters from the streets and homes of Fallujah.

After the city was declared secured, Michael took part in the reestablishment of the Fallujah population by screening them through required biometric security tools.

Michael also discusses his second deployment to Iraq and compares the differences in enemy tactics between the two deployments, how American armor was upgraded to counter the growing IED threat and other topics.

We finish the podcast discussing Michael’s End of Active Service (EAS) from the Marine Corps, his continued fight with PTSD and his opinion regarding the Department of Veteran's Affairs care given to veterans.

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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>6134truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-003-ssgt-christopher-limberg-marine-corps-fire-support-man-and-jtac--18824012
During this episode we discuss Chris’s first deployment to Fallujah, Iraq as a member of a Civil Affairs team. His second deployment with the Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) where he was recalled to ship in order to assist in the humanitarian mission to Haiti. We also cover his time in Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) school where he became a certified JTAC. Following that, we discuss his 2010 deployment to Afghanistan with 3rd Battalion 2nd Marine Regiment.

During this deployment Chris worked with the snipers who rose to fame because of their prowess behind the gun but had their careers essentially ended due to a leaked video. He also supported multiple combat operations throughout Musa Qala as a JTAC and was unfortunately part of a collateral damage incident involving civilians.

Finally, we discuss his transition and what he is up to today.

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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18824012Thu, 15 Aug 2019 09:04:51 +0000Justin CramerEpisode 003 of the Former Action Guys Podcast focuses on Marine Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) SSgt Christopher “Cheese” Limberg. During this episode we discuss Chris’s first deployment to Fallujah, Iraq as a member of a Civil Affairs team....
During this episode we discuss Chris’s first deployment to Fallujah, Iraq as a member of a Civil Affairs team. His second deployment with the Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) where he was recalled to ship in order to assist in the humanitarian mission to Haiti. We also cover his time in Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) school where he became a certified JTAC. Following that, we discuss his 2010 deployment to Afghanistan with 3rd Battalion 2nd Marine Regiment.

During this deployment Chris worked with the snipers who rose to fame because of their prowess behind the gun but had their careers essentially ended due to a leaked video. He also supported multiple combat operations throughout Musa Qala as a JTAC and was unfortunately part of a collateral damage incident involving civilians.

Finally, we discuss his transition and what he is up to today.

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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>7221truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-002-hm3-camino-amil-pt-2--18761312
HM3 Camino Amil, or just Cam, served as a Navy Corpsman and is a recipient of the Purple Heart, Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal with Combat Distinguishing Device (x2), and the Combat Action Ribbon. Cam was assigned to 2nd Battalion 8th Marine Regiment as a line corpsman and completed three deployments to Afghanistan's restless Sangin Valley.

During this podcast Cam and Justin discuss their time as training to be Afghan National Army advisors and their deployment to Sangin.

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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18761312Thu, 08 Aug 2019 08:34:25 +0000Justin CramerEpisode 002 of the Former Action Guys Podcast is the second half of the interview with HM3 Camino Amil. HM3 Camino Amil, or just Cam, served as a Navy Corpsman and is a recipient of the Purple Heart, Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal with...
HM3 Camino Amil, or just Cam, served as a Navy Corpsman and is a recipient of the Purple Heart, Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal with Combat Distinguishing Device (x2), and the Combat Action Ribbon. Cam was assigned to 2nd Battalion 8th Marine Regiment as a line corpsman and completed three deployments to Afghanistan's restless Sangin Valley.

During this podcast Cam and Justin discuss their time as training to be Afghan National Army advisors and their deployment to Sangin.

Support the show:
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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>3652truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-001-hm3-camino-amil-navy-corpsman-and-purple-heart-recipient--18666792
HM3 Camino Amil, or just Cam, served as a Navy Corpsman and is a recipient of the Purple Heart, Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal with Combat Distinguishing Device (x2), and the Combat Action Ribbon. Cam was assigned to 2nd Battalion 8th Marine Regiment as a line corpsman and completed three deployments to Afghanistan's restless Sangin Valley.

During this podcast Cam discusses Navy boot camp, medical training he received, Field Medical Training Battalion and two of his three deployments, including the IED incident that led to him receiving the Purple Heart.

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https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18666792Thu, 01 Aug 2019 10:00:03 +0000Justin CramerEpisode 001 of the Former Action Guys Podcast is an introduction to the show's format and the host, Justin Cramer. Justin briefly covers his 12 year career in the Marine Corps before introducing the first guest on the Former Action Guys podcast, HM3...
HM3 Camino Amil, or just Cam, served as a Navy Corpsman and is a recipient of the Purple Heart, Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal with Combat Distinguishing Device (x2), and the Combat Action Ribbon. Cam was assigned to 2nd Battalion 8th Marine Regiment as a line corpsman and completed three deployments to Afghanistan's restless Sangin Valley.

During this podcast Cam discusses Navy boot camp, medical training he received, Field Medical Training Battalion and two of his three deployments, including the IED incident that led to him receiving the Purple Heart.

Support the show:
https://patreon.com/formeractionguys
https://jcramergraphics.com
https://ANGLICOshop.com]]>7565truefull