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Captured American Vs. Terrorist
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SHOW: A GRUNTS LIFE ON VET Tv
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Undercover Major | 40+ MILITARY SHOWS AVAILABLE ON VETERANTV.COM
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Toxic leaders are in every unit | The Soldier's Spot (TSS)
Join our community at www.soldiersspot.com. The Soldier's Spot is the one stop for successful soldier promotion and professional development. Surpass the weak, incompetent, and lazy who are unwilling to do what it takes to better themselves as Soldiers and leaders. You can also just shoot the shit and find people for your squad. Stay strong, overcome challenges. Be the change you want to see, spearhead the movement trailblazer. For all of my military medical personnel, It's time to rapidly and effectively increase transparency and communication to the lowest level to ensure we all have a common operating picture of medical operations. JOIN INSTRUCTIONS: If you would like to receive messages on updates and posts to A&L NET, you must join community on milSuite. To join, click on the A&L NET Home Page link https://www.milsuite.mil/book/community/spaces/al-net and sign in to milSuite with your CAC (signing in establishes your milSuite account if you didn’t have one). When you reach the A&L NET Home Page look on the left side of the page for the “Join A&L NET” widget and click it. Approval is automatic. All A&L NET members receive these messages. See more content: https://www.tiktok.com/@soldiersspottss? www.instagram.com/soldiersspot https://www.milsuite.mil/book/groups/soldiersspot
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When medics join the fight | The Soldier's Spot (TSS)
Join our community at www.soldiersspot.com. The Soldier's Spot is the one stop for successful soldier promotion and professional development. Surpass the weak, incompetent, and lazy who are unwilling to do what it takes to better themselves as Soldiers and leaders. You can also just shoot the shit and find people for your squad. Stay strong, overcome challenges. Be the change you want to see, spearhead the movement trailblazer. For all of my military medical personnel, It's time to rapidly and effectively increase transparency and communication to the lowest level to ensure we all have a common operating picture of medical operations. JOIN INSTRUCTIONS: If you would like to receive messages on updates and posts to A&L NET, you must join community on milSuite. To join, click on the A&L NET Home Page link https://www.milsuite.mil/book/community/spaces/al-net and sign in to milSuite with your CAC (signing in establishes your milSuite account if you didn’t have one). When you reach the A&L NET Home Page look on the left side of the page for the “Join A&L NET” widget and click it. Approval is automatic. All A&L NET members receive these messages. See more content: https://www.tiktok.com/@soldiersspottss? www.instagram.com/soldiersspot https://www.milsuite.mil/book/groups/soldiersspot
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Do you like this game? | The Soldier's Spot (TSS)
Join our community at www.soldiersspot.com. The Soldier's Spot is the one stop for successful soldier promotion and professional development. Surpass the weak, incompetent, and lazy who are unwilling to do what it takes to better themselves as Soldiers and leaders. You can also just shoot the shit and find people for your squad. Stay strong, overcome challenges. Be the change you want to see, spearhead the movement trailblazer. For all of my military medical personnel, It's time to rapidly and effectively increase transparency and communication to the lowest level to ensure we all have a common operating picture of medical operations. JOIN INSTRUCTIONS: If you would like to receive messages on updates and posts to A&L NET, you must join community on milSuite. To join, click on the A&L NET Home Page link https://www.milsuite.mil/book/community/spaces/al-net and sign in to milSuite with your CAC (signing in establishes your milSuite account if you didn’t have one). When you reach the A&L NET Home Page look on the left side of the page for the “Join A&L NET” widget and click it. Approval is automatic. All A&L NET members receive these messages. See more content: https://www.tiktok.com/@soldiersspottss? www.instagram.com/soldiersspot https://www.milsuite.mil/book/groups/soldiersspot
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Why do you allow for toxic leaders to get promoted? | The Soldier's Spot (TSS)
Join our community at www.soldiersspot.com. The Soldier's Spot is the one stop for successful soldier promotion and professional development. Surpass the weak, incompetent, and lazy who are unwilling to do what it takes to better themselves as Soldiers and leaders. You can also just shoot the shit and find people for your squad. Stay strong, overcome challenges. Be the change you want to see, spearhead the movement trailblazer. For all of my military medical personnel, It's time to rapidly and effectively increase transparency and communication to the lowest level to ensure we all have a common operating picture of medical operations. JOIN INSTRUCTIONS: If you would like to receive messages on updates and posts to A&L NET, you must join community on milSuite. To join, click on the A&L NET Home Page link https://www.milsuite.mil/book/community/spaces/al-net and sign in to milSuite with your CAC (signing in establishes your milSuite account if you didn’t have one). When you reach the A&L NET Home Page look on the left side of the page for the “Join A&L NET” widget and click it. Approval is automatic. All A&L NET members receive these messages. See more content: https://www.tiktok.com/@soldiersspottss? www.instagram.com/soldiersspot https://www.milsuite.mil/book/groups/soldiersspot
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When medics lose the fight | The Soldier's Spot (TSS)
Join our community at www.soldiersspot.com. The Soldier's Spot is the one stop for successful soldier promotion and professional development. Surpass the weak, incompetent, and lazy who are unwilling to do what it takes to better themselves as Soldiers and leaders. You can also just shoot the shit and find people for your squad. Stay strong, overcome challenges. Be the change you want to see, spearhead the movement trailblazer. For all of my military medical personnel, It's time to rapidly and effectively increase transparency and communication to the lowest level to ensure we all have a common operating picture of medical operations. JOIN INSTRUCTIONS: If you would like to receive messages on updates and posts to A&L NET, you must join community on milSuite. To join, click on the A&L NET Home Page link https://www.milsuite.mil/book/community/spaces/al-net and sign in to milSuite with your CAC (signing in establishes your milSuite account if you didn’t have one). When you reach the A&L NET Home Page look on the left side of the page for the “Join A&L NET” widget and click it. Approval is automatic. All A&L NET members receive these messages. See more content: https://www.tiktok.com/@soldiersspottss? www.instagram.com/soldiersspot https://www.milsuite.mil/book/groups/soldiersspot
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Why did I join the military? | The Soldier's Spot (TSS)
Join our community at www.soldiersspot.com. The Soldier's Spot is the one stop for successful soldier promotion and professional development. Surpass the weak, incompetent, and lazy who are unwilling to do what it takes to better themselves as Soldiers and leaders. You can also just shoot the shit and find people for your squad. Stay strong, overcome challenges. Be the change you want to see, spearhead the movement trailblazer. For all of my military medical personnel, It's time to rapidly and effectively increase transparency and communication to the lowest level to ensure we all have a common operating picture of medical operations. JOIN INSTRUCTIONS: If you would like to receive messages on updates and posts to A&L NET, you must join community on milSuite. To join, click on the A&L NET Home Page link https://www.milsuite.mil/book/community/spaces/al-net and sign in to milSuite with your CAC (signing in establishes your milSuite account if you didn’t have one). When you reach the A&L NET Home Page look on the left side of the page for the “Join A&L NET” widget and click it. Approval is automatic. All A&L NET members receive these messages. See more content: https://www.tiktok.com/@soldiersspottss? www.instagram.com/soldiersspot https://www.milsuite.mil/book/groups/soldiersspot
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I'm sorry for your experience with toxic leaders | The Soldier's Spot (TSS)
Join our community at www.soldiersspot.com. The Soldier's Spot is the one stop for successful soldier promotion and professional development. Surpass the weak, incompetent, and lazy who are unwilling to do what it takes to better themselves as Soldiers and leaders. You can also just shoot the shit and find people for your squad. Stay strong, overcome challenges. Be the change you want to see, spearhead the movement trailblazer. For all of my military medical personnel, It's time to rapidly and effectively increase transparency and communication to the lowest level to ensure we all have a common operating picture of medical operations. JOIN INSTRUCTIONS: If you would like to receive messages on updates and posts to A&L NET, you must join community on milSuite. To join, click on the A&L NET Home Page link https://www.milsuite.mil/book/community/spaces/al-net and sign in to milSuite with your CAC (signing in establishes your milSuite account if you didn’t have one). When you reach the A&L NET Home Page look on the left side of the page for the “Join A&L NET” widget and click it. Approval is automatic. All A&L NET members receive these messages. See more content: https://www.tiktok.com/@soldiersspottss? www.instagram.com/soldiersspot https://www.milsuite.mil/book/groups/soldiersspot
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Are medics/corpsman non-combatants authorized to use offensive weapons? | The Soldier's Spot (TSS)
Join our community at www.soldiersspot.com. The Soldier's Spot is the one stop for successful soldier promotion and professional development. Surpass the weak, incompetent, and lazy who are unwilling to do what it takes to better themselves as Soldiers and leaders. You can also just shoot the shit and find people for your squad. Stay strong, overcome challenges. Be the change you want to see, spearhead the movement trailblazer. For all of my military medical personnel, It's time to rapidly and effectively increase transparency and communication to the lowest level to ensure we all have a common operating picture of medical operations. JOIN INSTRUCTIONS: If you would like to receive messages on updates and posts to A&L NET, you must join community on milSuite. To join, click on the A&L NET Home Page link https://www.milsuite.mil/book/community/spaces/al-net and sign in to milSuite with your CAC (signing in establishes your milSuite account if you didn’t have one). When you reach the A&L NET Home Page look on the left side of the page for the “Join A&L NET” widget and click it. Approval is automatic. All A&L NET members receive these messages. See more content: https://www.tiktok.com/@soldiersspottss? www.instagram.com/soldiersspot https://www.milsuite.mil/book/groups/soldiersspot
Black Rifle Coffee Company
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Mat Best vs Everyone: Staccato Vegas
We brought out the heavy metal and the legends for the ultimate veteran reunion at Staccato Vegas. It’s pure gun church—running 2011s, talking trash, and seeing who still has what it takes on the range. Travis Pastrana steps up to the firing line, Ranger tabs get revoked, and Montana Knife Company brings the hardware. Fueled by caffeine and a whole lot of freedom, this is what happens when the boys get back together to run and gun. Keep your coffee cup full and your mags loaded. Learn more about why Black Rifle Coffee Company is America's Coffee: http://brcc.coffee/2rgH6vu Check us out on social media: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/blackriflecoffee Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/blackriflecoffeeco LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/6978821 X: https://x.com/blckriflecoffee Did you know that we are on Amazon? http://amzn.to/2oFoBek #BlackRifleCoffee #staccato2011
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The Maduro Raid’s Lead Pilot Was Shot 4 Times
In the dead of night, the 160th SOAR, Delta Force, and the FBI's Hostage Rescue Team executed one of the most audacious operations in modern history—snatching Venezuelan dictator Nicolas Maduro directly from his own capital. We break down the tactics, the catastrophic failure of Russian and Chinese air defenses, and the sheer heroism of Nightstalker pilot Eric Slover, who kept his bird flying after taking four armor-piercing rounds to the leg. Grab a coffee, lock in, and let's dissect the raid that shook the globe. 0:00 - The Venezuela Raid Begins 1:01 - The Narco State Explained 4:13 - The US Strikes Back 6:11 - The Target: Nicolas Maduro 7:42 - 160th SOAR & Eric Slover 8:48 - Blackout: Cyber Command Attacks 9:34 - Delta Force Breaches the Roof 10:47 - The Extraction 11:41 - The Geopolitical Fallout 12:40 - Medal of Honor: Eric Slover Learn more about why Black Rifle Coffee Company is America's Coffee: http://brcc.coffee/2rgH6vu Check us out on social media: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/blackriflecoffee Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/blackriflecoffeeco LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/6978821 X: https://x.com/blckriflecoffee Did you know that we are on Amazon? http://amzn.to/2oFoBek #DeltaForce #Nightstalkers #BRCC
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America’s Most Reckless Jump
Travis Pastrana just launched a Ram truck across a 130-foot gap—with a dirt bike and rider in the bed. Black Rifle Coffee Company and Dodge are going bigger for America’s 250th anniversary. This is only the beginning. Learn more about why Black Rifle Coffee Company is America's Coffee: http://brcc.coffee/2rgH6vu Check us out on social media: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/blackriflecoffee Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/blackriflecoffeeco LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/6978821 X: https://x.com/blckriflecoffee Did you know that we are on Amazon? http://amzn.to/2oFoBek
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Surviving The Hell Of Iwo Jima
Join Black Rifle Coffee as we sit down with Nils Mockler, a proud Marine veteran who survived the brutal Battle of Iwo Jima. In this moving conversation, he shares his first-hand experience of the chaos, the brotherhood, and the immense sacrifice required to secure the island. This isn't just history—it's the reality of service from a man who lived it. Grab your coffee, honor our veterans, and hear the story that shaped a generation. 00:00 The Reality of Hell 01:05 Why I Joined the Marines 02:25 The Strategic Importance of Iwo Jima 04:06 Landing on the Beach 07:15 Surviving the Tunnels 10:11 Raising the Flag 12:21 Honoring the Fallen 13:13 A Veteran's Legacy Learn more about why Black Rifle Coffee Company is America's Coffee: http://brcc.coffee/2rgH6vu Check us out on social media: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/blackriflecoffee Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/blackriflecoffeeco LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/6978821 X: https://x.com/blckriflecoffee Did you know that we are on Amazon? http://amzn.to/2oFoBek #BRCC #IwoJima #MilitaryHistory
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They Don't Make Men Like This Anymore
We brought 8 American heroes to the Medal of Honor Museum to celebrate their 100th birthdays. From surviving the beaches of Iwo Jima to hunting enemy ships in the USS Spot submarine, these World War II veterans are the definition of the Greatest Generation. Black Rifle Coffee Company is proud to partner with Beyond the Call to honor the men who saved the free world. We owe them everything. 0:00 The Burden of the Badge 1:01 Jack's 100th Birthday Wish 3:04 Surviving Iwo Jima & Submarines 4:47 The Medal of Honor Museum 6:04 Inspiring the Next Generation 8:02 Charlie's Voicemail Learn more about why Black Rifle Coffee Company is America's Coffee: http://brcc.coffee/2rgH6vu Check us out on social media: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/blackriflecoffee Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/blackriflecoffeeco LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/6978821 X: https://x.com/blckriflecoffee Did you know that we are on Amazon? http://amzn.to/2oFoBek #BRCC #WWII #Veterans #greatestgeneration
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Travis Pastrana Survives A Skydive With No Chute
What happens when a military-style operation meets the world of extreme base jumping? In this clip, Andy breaks down the reality of jumping out of an aircraft without a traditional parachute rig with Travis Pastrana. We pull back the curtain on the tactical planning, the intense G-loads of the bundle drop, and the inevitable headache of dealing with the USPA afterward. It is a no-nonsense look at pushing limits, calculated risk, and why some stunts are better kept off the internet. Watch for the full breakdown of how we pulled it off and the chaos that followed." Learn more about why Black Rifle Coffee Company is America's Coffee: http://brcc.coffee/2rgH6vu Check us out on social media: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/blackriflecoffee Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/blackriflecoffeeco LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/6978821 X: https://x.com/blckriflecoffee Did you know that we are on Amazon? http://amzn.to/2oFoBek #BRCC #ExtremeStunts #BaseJumping #Adrenaline.
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The Brutal 60-Hour Race to Find the Army's Best Ranger
The David E. Grange Jr. Best Ranger Competition is 60 hours of pure, unadulterated endurance. This year marks the 75th anniversary of the U.S. Army Ranger School and 250 years of American ranging history. Watch as 61 elite two-man teams from across the military are pushed to their absolute physical and psychological breaking points at Fort Benning, Georgia. From 18th-century flintlock rifle qualification and tomahawk throws to grueling nighttime ruck marches, helicopter helocasts, and modern combat breach lanes—only the most resilient will survive the final cut. 00:00 - 250 Years of Ranging 00:48 - Welcome to Best Ranger 2026 01:06 - Day 1: The Water Can Carry 03:24 - Fighting with Flintlocks 06:15 - The First Rangers (1756) 07:18 - Day 1 Live-Fire Ranges 09:34 - Day 2: Black Hawk Helocasts 11:26 - The Ranger Memorial Gauntlet 12:34 - Combat Breach & Archery 13:31 - World War II Rangers 14:49 - Day 3: The Final Stakes 16:32 - The Rangers of Today 18:20 - The 3-Mile Buddy Run 19:43 - Meet the 2026 Champions Learn more about why Black Rifle Coffee Company is America's Coffee: http://brcc.coffee/2rgH6vu Check us out on social media: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/blackriflecoffee Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/blackriflecoffeeco LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/6978821 X: https://x.com/blckriflecoffee Did you know that we are on Amazon? http://amzn.to/2oFoBek
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The Largest American Flag Ever Towed
Join the Black Rifle Coffee Company crew as we push our vehicles and production team to the limit to celebrate America's 250th birthday. We pulled off one of the largest vertically flown American flags in the country, involving helicopters, heavy machinery, high-speed vehicles, and intense coordination on the salt flats. This isn't just a stunt—it’s a salute to freedom, teamwork, and the drive to do the impossible. See what it takes to bring this epic vision to life, the risks we took, and the spirit that keeps us going. Learn more about why Black Rifle Coffee Company is America's Coffee: http://brcc.coffee/2rgH6vu Check us out on social media: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/blackriflecoffee Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/blackriflecoffeeco LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/6978821 X: https://x.com/blckriflecoffee Did you know that we are on Amazon? http://amzn.to/2oFoBek #BlackRifleCoffee #BehindTheScenes #America250
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Ryan Reitmeier: A Journey Through Trauma and Healing
A candid conversation with a former athlete-turned-sailor who navigates baseball ambitions, service in the Marines and Army, family struggles with a special-needs child, a serious car accident, and a long path through trauma. Through faith, EMDR therapy, and reconnecting with coaching and home, he shares how treatment and support are helping him heal and rebuild his life. _______________ MENTORS4MIL SHOW LINKS: SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@Mentors4mil Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/Mentors4mil Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentors-for-military-podcast/id1072421783 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3w4RiZBxBS8EDy6cuOlbUl Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentors4mil Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mentors4Mil/ Follow on X: https://www.twitter.com/mentors4mil Mentors4mil Website: https://www.mentorsformilitary.com #mentors4mil #mentorsformilitary 00:00 Intro 17:35 Joining the Navy & Choosing RP (Religious Program Specialist) 19:50 Marine Corps Duty Station — Yuma, AZ & Faith Journey 23:47 Family Challenges — EFMP & Daughter’s Diagnosis 27:35 Generational Trauma & Mental Health Realizations 31:00 Transition to the Army — Commissioning & OCS 55:00 Car Accident — Injuries & Start of Medical Board Process 01:16:00 Coping Tools, Light-Bar EMDR Techniques & Next Steps Intro music "Long Way Down" by Silence & Light is used with permission. Show Disclaimer: https://mentorsformilitary.com/disclaimer/
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Find a Way: Lessons from Major General Pete Gallagher
Pete Gallagher recounts a 35-year military career that spans small-town roots, mentorship, leading elite communications units, and driving Army network modernization. He highlights problem-solving, multidisciplinary teamwork, and the ‘find a way’ mindset learned at the tip of the spear. Through personal stories of loss, casualty assistance, and innovation—from tactical MacGyvering to building the integrated tactical network—Gallagher shares practical leadership lessons for serving soldiers and leaders transitioning to civilian life. Since joining the U.S. Army in 1986, he served in a wide range of ascending positions, including Commander of Network Enterprise Technology Command and the Chief Information Officer (CIO)/J6 of United States Central Command. He commanded troops at the Platoon, Company, Troop, Battalion, Squadron, and Brigade, and Army Direct Reporting Unit levels. His command assignments include United States Special Operations Command units including Commander of the Joint Communications Unit, Battalion Commander for the 112th Signal Battalion, Squadron Commander of a Special Mission Unit. He also served as the Brigade Commander for DISA Central Field Command. _______________ MENTORS4MIL SHOW LINKS: SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@Mentors4mil Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/Mentors4mil Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentors-for-military-podcast/id1072421783 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3w4RiZBxBS8EDy6cuOlbUl Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentors4mil Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mentors4Mil/ Follow on X: https://www.twitter.com/mentors4mil Mentors4mil Website: https://www.mentorsformilitary.com #mentors4mil #mentorsformilitary 00:00 Intro 06:58 Fort Gordon & 3rd Infantry Division in Germany 08:27 Desert Shield/Storm and Special Ops Selection 10:26 Joining the Special Mission Unit (1993) / Somalia Rehearsals 14:02 Black Hawk Down — Arrival & Mass Casualties (Oct 1993) 26:20 25th Infantry Division (Hawaii) — Applying SOF Lessons 36:20 Early Afghanistan Operations — Rhino/Gecko & Tech Challenges 53:36 Pakistan–Afghanistan Coordination / McChrystal & Petraeus (ISAF J6) 59:39 Standing up SFABs — Kit, TTPs and Special Ops Lessons 01:21:42 Leadership Lessons: Master Fundamentals & ’Find a Way’ Intro music "Long Way Down" by Silence & Light is used with permission. Show Disclaimer: https://mentorsformilitary.com/disclaimer/
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Colonel Ian Palmer: Leading Through Crisis
Ian Palmer is a retired U.S. Army Colonel with more than 26 years of experience leading organizations in complex, global, and high-stakes environments. He commanded at every echelon from platoon to brigade combat team, culminating in service as Chief of Staff of the III Armored Corps, where he led the synchronization of operations and strategy for a 90,000-person organization across five Army installations. His career included combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, advisory and partnership missions across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, and strategic assignments on the Joint Staff in the Pentagon, where he advised national leaders on global operations. A lifelong leader and mentor, Ian has built teams from the ground up, led organizations through crisis and transformation, and shaped leader development across every level of the Army. _______________ MENTORS4MIL SHOW LINKS: SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@Mentors4mil Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/Mentors4mil Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentors-for-military-podcast/id1072421783 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3w4RiZBxBS8EDy6cuOlbUl Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentors4mil Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mentors4Mil/ Follow on X: https://www.twitter.com/mentors4mil Mentors4mil Website: https://www.mentorsformilitary.com #mentors4mil #mentorsformilitary Guest Links: https://www.ianpalmerleadership.com 00:00 Intro & Back-Story 14:08 Choosing Armor branch 23:00 First assignment at Fort Hood — Force 21 32:00 Germany, division staff, Kosovo & Turkey planning 01:03:00 Squadron command at JBLM & Pacific Pathways 01:14:00 Joining and standing up 1st SFAB 01:27:00 Brigade command at Fort Hood & scrutiny 01:44:00 Post-retirement: consulting and athletics focus Intro music "Long Way Down" by Silence & Light is used with permission. Show Disclaimer: https://mentorsformilitary.com/disclaimer/
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Nick Merrick: U.S. Army Special Forces - Community, Competition, and Purpose
Nick recounts his path from infantry recruit to Green Beret, sharing intense selection stories, combat and training experiences, and a defining leadership moment where empowering a junior soldier changed a career. He also describes his transition out of active duty and how he founded Green Beret Racing/Battle of the Branches to build community, competition, and purpose for veterans struggling with life after service. _______________ MENTORS4MIL SHOW LINKS: SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@Mentors4mil Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentors-for-military-podcast/id1072421783 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3w4RiZBxBS8EDy6cuOlbUl Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentors4mil Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mentors4Mil/ Follow on X: https://www.twitter.com/mentors4mil Mentors4mil Website: https://www.mentorsformilitary.com #mentors4mil #mentorsformilitary #greenberet Guest Links: https://www.greenberetracing.org 00:00 Intro 06:40 Airborne, Alaska & early assignments 14:45 Meeting Master Sgt. Tony Yost & combat 23:37 Becoming 18C — Russian linguist & group assignments 36:21 Leading a team — empowerment & culture 46:41 SF vs other SOF & mission differences 54:00 Building partner capacity — the Ukraine example 01:16:00 Green Beret Racing / Battle of the Branches — purpose & charity Intro music "Long Way Down" by Silence & Light is used with permission. Show Disclaimer: https://mentorsformilitary.com/disclaimer/
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Matt Butler: From Green Beret to Shamanism - One Man's Journey to Heal
Matt Butler grew up in rural Utah and joined the Army in 1990, serving for 27 years, 20 of those as a Green Beret, including several times with the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC). Matt deployed six times to both Iraq's and Afghanistan for a total of over 40 months in combat before he retired as a Lieutenant Colonel. Today, he helps others rediscover and connect to their spirit. He lives in Utah, where he continues his journey as both a warrior and healer. His book: https://www.amazon.com/Green-Beret-Shamanism-Mans-Journey/dp/B0G45BK6JR/ref=sr_1_1?adgrpid=186568883939&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.wQ490KSts1-KoMeA4yjit2chxh9VwFjsaK5c6HdEAow.ZS6MHU1dF8aOakaDI_AzrG98jpVjOBHlshaSK4XpzVE&dib_tag=se&hvadid=779713621199&hvdev=c&hvexpln=0&hvlocphy=9010902&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=10856583273010538674--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=10856583273010538674&hvtargid=kwd-2452951863991&hydadcr=15309_13843760_8312&keywords=from+green+beret+to+shamanism&mcid=b4f88e2dd2eb3c939eef9800c0ffccd4&qid=1776118931&sr=8-1 His website: https://www.AwakeGreenBeret.com _______________ MENTORS4MIL SHOW LINKS: SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@Mentors4mil Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/Mentors4mil Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentors-for-military-podcast/id1072421783 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3w4RiZBxBS8EDy6cuOlbUl Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentors4mil Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mentors4Mil/ Follow on X: https://www.twitter.com/mentors4mil Mentors4mil Website: https://www.mentorsformilitary.com #mentors4mil #jsoc #jointspecialoperations #mattbutler #shaman #mentorsformilitary 00:00 Intro 00:57 Small Talk: Newnan, Alan Jackson & concert story 02:53 Homecoming: Utah and post-service life 04:52 Family military history & decision to join 11:57 Choosing the Green Beret path & early SF interest 17:47 3rd Group, Africa focus & Afghanistan handoff 25:40 Ranger School experiences and recycle 32:00 IO Command, CJSOTF-I assignment & Iraq IO work 45:00 JSOC, Votel meeting & career clarity 01:00:00 Ceremony experiences: purge, integration & healing 01:22:00 Book: From Green Beret to Shamanism — purpose & proceeds Visit our Amazon page to purchase some of the items we use in our studio, or books from our guests. https://www.amazon.com/shop/mentors4milpodcast As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. Intro music "Long Way Down" by Silence & Light is used with permission. Show Disclaimer: https://mentorsformilitary.com/disclaimer/
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From Enlisted Electrician to Submarine Commander: A Nuclear Journey
U.S. Navy Commander Will Spears shares his path from enlisting as a nuclear electrician to becoming a submarine officer, detailing intense training, life aboard attack and ballistic submarines, and the realities of operating nuclear propulsion undersea. He discusses leadership, accountability, damage control, and how stoic philosophy shaped his approach to moral decisions and resilience, and mentions his book "Stoicism as a Warrior Philosophy." His book https://a.co/d/014W9QrP His substack https://williamcspears.substack.com/ _______________ MENTORS4MIL SHOW LINKS: SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@Mentors4mil Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/Mentors4mil Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentors-for-military-podcast/id1072421783 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3w4RiZBxBS8EDy6cuOlbUl Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentors4mil Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mentors4Mil/ Follow on X: https://www.twitter.com/mentors4mil Mentors4mil Website: https://www.mentorsformilitary.com #mentors4mil #mentorsformilitary #submarinecommander #nuclearsubmariner 00:00 Intro 03:35 Why He Joined the U.S. Navy 12:40 Applying to the Naval Academy & transition 16:00 Choosing submarines (birthday ball story) 20:06 First assignments: Guam & Pearl Harbor 24:09 Attack vs ballistic missile submarines 33:53 Depth, cavitation & tactical factors 47:05 Sub culture, qualifications 01:01:02 Stoicism: intro & military relevance 01:08:00 Stoicism in practice & moral dilemmas 01:23:44 Future plans & nuclear policy concerns 01:31:32 Closing remarks & final takeaway Intro music "Long Way Down" by Silence & Light is used with permission. Show Disclaimer: https://mentorsformilitary.com/disclaimer/
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Omar Melendez - One Shot: Owning Failure and Leading Forward
Omar tells his journey from Brooklyn to becoming a Ranger and First Sergeant, sharing how a mortar mistake became a key teaching moment about integrity, trust, and learning. He describes imposter syndrome, the grind of selection and Ranger life, and why humility and mentorship matter. The episode explores the Abrams Charter decision to leave the 75th Ranger Regiment for the 82nd Airborne, the challenge of living as a standard-bearer outside the Rangers, and how leaders can bring hard-earned standards and people-first leadership back to conventional units. _______________ MENTORS4MIL SHOW LINKS: SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@Mentors4mil Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/Mentors4mil Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentors-for-military-podcast/id1072421783 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3w4RiZBxBS8EDy6cuOlbUl Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentors4mil Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mentors4Mil/ Follow on X: https://www.twitter.com/mentors4mil Mentors4mil Website: https://www.mentorsformilitary.com #armyranger #75thrangerregiment #mentors4mil #mentorsformilitary 00:00 Intro 07:41 Early Life — Brooklyn & Queens 11:49 Joining the Army — Choosing Infantry 14:42 Fort Hood & MOS (11C) — Early Deployments 18:27 Seeing the Rangers — Decision to Join 75th 24:46 Reporting to 1st Ranger Battalion — Initial Integration 36:27 Advice for Imports — Humility & Prepare-to-Learn 47:36 Operational Failure & Accountability (revisited) 53:24 Mortar Systems: Employment, Challenges & Selling the Capability 01:00:00 Deployment Summary — Eight Deployments 01:03:13 Achievement vs Fulfillment — Choosing to Leave the Regiment 01:11:59 Transition to 82nd Airborne — First Sergeant Leadership 01:18:39 Ranger Identity & Perception in the Conventional Army (RFS Story) 01:24:36 Applying Ranger Standards: Practical Changes (3 MGs, Training) 01:32:36 Mentoring & Recruiting — Bringing Soldiers Along 01:36:44 Closing Thoughts — People First Intro music "Long Way Down" by Silence & Light is used with permission. Show Disclaimer: https://mentorsformilitary.com/disclaimer/
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Matt Hill - Damn the Valley: A Paratrooper’s Helmand Story
Matt Hill recounts his 28-year Army career, from growing up an Army brat, joining the Army after high school, early deployments in Bosnia and Kosovo, to the 2003 Iraq invasion and multiple tours in Afghanistan, including intense combat in Helmand’s Arghandab River Valley. The episode covers life at Fort Bragg and Fort Benning, serving in the 82nd Airborne and in SFAB (Security Force Assistance Brigades), leadership as a first sergeant, the challenges of long deployments, and adjusting to civilian life while supporting family and fellow veterans. This episode is packed. _______________ MENTORS4MIL SHOW LINKS: SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@Mentors4mil Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/Mentors4mil Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentors-for-military-podcast/id1072421783 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3w4RiZBxBS8EDy6cuOlbUl Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentors4mil Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mentors4Mil/ Follow on X: https://www.twitter.com/mentors4mil Mentors4mil Website: https://www.mentorsformilitary.com #82ndairborne #mentors4mil #mentorsformilitary 00:00 Intro 07:16 First Assignment: Fort Hood & Mechanized Units 08:59 Deployment to Bosnia: Peacekeeping & Mine Threats 12:51 Kosovo Deployment 14:19 Airborne School, Jumpmaster & Benning Instructor Duty 16:31 Invasion of Iraq 20:52 Early Combat Operations 26:39 Deployment to Ghazni / RC-East (2007–08) 29:01 Helmand: Halloween Ambush & Aftermath 39:16 Arghandab River Valley Operations 41:01 Aftermath: Casualties, Mental Health & Unit Struggles 54:54 Leadership Lessons: Train Replacements & Promotion Advice 1:13:11 Challenges of Building a New Unit & Anecdotes 1:23:00 Final Deployments 1:28:52 Retirement and Transition to Civilian Life 1:32:53 Closing Remarks Visit our Amazon page to purchase some of the items we use in our studio, or books from our guests. https://www.amazon.com/shop/mentors4milpodcast As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. Intro music "Long Way Down" by Silence & Light is used with permission. Show Disclaimer: https://mentorsformilitary.com/disclaimer/
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Would You Ever Write a Failure Resume? | Army Matters Podcast
Would you ever write a resume that only lists your failures? 🤔 Col. Chaveso "Chevy" Cook, PhD, breaks down why keeping track of your missteps and lessons learned is just as important for personal growth as documenting your biggest wins. Check out the full Army Matters podcast episode with the Military Mentors co-founder wherever you listen to podcasts or at the link in the comments 👇 #MilitaryMentors #ArmyMatters #AUSA #LeadershipDevelopment #GrowthMindset #Podcast
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The Failure Resume
In this episode of Army Matters, LTG (Ret.) Leslie Smith and SMA (Ret.) Dan Dailey sit down with Curtez Riggs, a retired First Sergeant, entrepreneur, and founder of the Military Influencer Conference. Growing up in Flint, Michigan, Riggs watched the economic foundation of his community disappear almost overnight as manufacturing jobs vanished. With few opportunities available, he chose the Army—not simply as a career, but as a chance to build a better future. Today, Riggs shares how his childhood and Army experiences led him to create one of the military community’s largest networks, connecting veterans, service members, entrepreneurs, creators, and industry leaders. Guest: COL Chaveso "Chevy" Cook, PhD Division Chief, Strategic Information Integration Division, The Joint Staff and Co-Founder, MilitaryMentors Has a member of the Army positively changed your life? Now is your chance to thank them publicly with a shoutout via our Hooah Hotline (https://www.ausa.org/podcast/hooah-hotline) and have it possibly appear on an upcoming episode of AUSA’s Army Matters podcast! AUSA’s Army Matters podcast can also be heard on Wreaths Across America Radio on Monday at 8 pm Eastern. You can find Wreaths Across America Radio on the iHeart Radio app, the Audacy app, and the TuneIn app. Search the word Wreath. Donate: If you are interested in supporting AUSA’s educational programs, such as this podcast, please visit www.ausa.org/donate (http://www.ausa.org/donate) . Feedback: How are we doing? Email us at podcast@ausa.org (mailto:podcast@ausa.org) . Disclaimer: AUSA’s Army Matters podcast primary purpose is to entertain. The podcast does not constitute advice or services. While guests are invited to listen, listeners please note that you are not being provided professional advice from the podcast or the guests. The views and opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the views of AUSA.
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The Best Way to Invest in People | Army Matters Podcast
"People can read your words thousands of years from now, but your investment in somebody next to you is what's truly going to dent the universe." On the next episode of Army Matters, Col. Chaveso "Chevy" Cook, Ph.D., joins the podcast to discuss leadership, continuous learning, and the mission behind Military Mentors — a nonprofit helping service members connect, build trust, and invest in those beside them. Episode drops Wednesday, August 26. Subscribe now on your favorite streaming app. #YouTubeShorts #Shorts #ArmyMatters #MilitaryMentors #USArmy #Leadership #PodcastClips
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1st Sgt. Curtez Riggs: The True Meaning of "Leaders Eat Last" | Army Matters Podcast
"Leaders eat last." In the chow line, it is literal. In life, it means putting the needs of your service members, families, and team ahead of your own. On the latest episode of Army Matters, retired 1st Sgt. Curtez Riggs, founder of the Military Influencer Conference, breaks down what servant leadership really looks like—both in and out of uniform. Catch the full episode at the link in the comments.👇 #ArmyMatters #Leadership #Veterans #MilitaryInfluencer #Podcast #ServantLeadership
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Mindset is Everything: A West Point Cadet’s Advice | Army Matters Podcast
“The most important thing you can have, not only as a person, but as a leader, is a positive mindset.” Raised in Eugene, Oregon, with no military background, Cadet Van Buskirk was initially drawn to West Point for a free education, a tough challenge, and a different path from his peers. But what started as a practical decision quickly became something much bigger. Navigating the academy's intense structure tested his resilience, helped him build lifelong bonds with his fellow cadets, and reshaped his mindset about service and leadership. To every cadet stepping into the classroom today: keep looking forward. Mindset is everything. Listen to the full Army Matters podcast episode at the link in the comments. #Shorts #WestPoint #ArmyMatters #GoArmy #Leadership #Resilience #USMA #CadetLife
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Military Influencer Conference Founder on Navigating Career Pivots | Army Matters Podcast
“We as individuals are responsible for our own story.” In the newest episode of Army Matters, hosts retired Lt. Gen. Leslie Smith and retired Sgt. Maj. of the Army Dan Dailey sat down with retired 1st Sgt. Curtez Riggs, founder of the Military Influencer Conference and Vice President of Strategy & Engagement at Recurrent Military & Defense. Riggs breaks down how adopting a "PCS Mentality" helped him pivot from serving in the Army to building one of the military community’s largest networks for creators and entrepreneurs. Listen to the full episode now at the link in the comments ⬇️ #Podcast #MilitaryInfluencer #VeteranLeadership #Shorts
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From Flint to Influence
In this episode of Army Matters, LTG (Ret.) Leslie Smith and SMA (Ret.) Dan Dailey sit down with Curtez Riggs, a retired First Sergeant, entrepreneur, and founder of the Military Influencer Conference. Growing up in Flint, Michigan, Riggs watched the economic foundation of his community disappear almost overnight as manufacturing jobs vanished. With few opportunities available, he chose the Army—not simply as a career, but as a chance to build a better future. Today, Riggs shares how his childhood and Army experiences led him to create one of the military community’s largest networks, connecting veterans, service members, entrepreneurs, creators, and industry leaders. Guest: 1SG Curtez Riggs, U.S. Army Retired Founder, Military Influencer Conference and Vice President, Strategy &Engagement, Recurrent Military & Defense What is the Military Conference? The Military Influencer Conference (MIC) brings together military professionals, veterans, and industry leaders for networking and professional development. Click below to learn more. MIC 2026 — Military Influencer Conference (https://militaryinfluencer.com/) Has a member of the Army positively changed your life? Now is your chance to thank them publicly with a shoutout via our Hooah Hotline (https://www.ausa.org/podcast/hooah-hotline) and have it possibly appear on an upcoming episode of AUSA’s Army Matters podcast! AUSA’s Army Matters podcast can also be heard on Wreaths Across America Radio on Monday at 8 pm Eastern. You can find Wreaths Across America Radio on the iHeart Radio app, the Audacy app, and the TuneIn app. Search the word Wreath. Donate: If you are interested in supporting AUSA’s educational programs, such as this podcast, please visit www.ausa.org/donate (http://www.ausa.org/donate) . Feedback: How are we doing? Email us at podcast@ausa.org (mailto:podcast@ausa.org) . Disclaimer: AUSA’s Army Matters podcast primary purpose is to entertain. The podcast does not constitute advice or services. While guests are invited to listen, listeners please note that you are not being provided professional advice from the podcast or the guests. The views and opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the views of AUSA.
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Finding Brotherhood in the 82nd Airborne | Army Matters Podcast
Growing up in Flint, Michigan, retired 1st Sgt. Curtez Riggs watched the economic foundation of his community disappear overnight. Looking for a better future, he chose the Army—a decision that led him to the 82nd Airborne Division, where he found true brotherhood and shared purpose. This Wednesday, August 12, the founder of the Military Influencer Conference shares how his childhood and Army experiences led him to create one of the military community’s largest networks for veterans, creators, and entrepreneurs. Subscribe to Army Matters now on your favorite podcast streaming app. #Shorts #ArmyMatters #MilitaryInfluencer #82ndAirborne #VeteranLeadership #MilitaryCommunity #PodcastClips
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NCOPD LIVE SEASON FINALE
🎙️ NCOPD LIVE: Season Finale & 11-Year Celebration! 🎉 After 11 incredible years of dedicated service to leaders across all branches of the Armed Forces, NCOPD LIVE is coming to a close. Join us for the Season Finale as we celebrate over a decade of professional development, leadership growth, and impactful conversations. This podcast has been one of a kind—and on Thursday, 19 June 2025 at 1800 CST / 1900 EST, we close this remarkable chapter with gratitude and honor. Whether you’ve been with us since day one or just joined recently, we invite you to tune in, celebrate with us, and reflect on the legacy we’ve built together. 🗓️ Date: Thursday, 19 June 2025 🕕 Time: 1800 CST / 1900 EST 📍 Where: LIVE on Facebook/YouTube/LinkedIn @ncopdlive Let’s make this final episode one to remember. Thank you for being a part of the journey. 💥🇺🇸 #NCOPDLIVE #LeadershipLegacy #11YearsStrong #SeasonFinale #MilitaryLeadership #ProfessionalDevelopment 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6403739813412864
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NCOPD LIVE SPECIAL EPISODE w/MAYOR JAMES BRECKINRIDGE I CITY OF ST ROBERT, MISSOURI TOPIC OF DISCUSSION: FROM THE UNIFORM TO CITY HALL (PT. 2) *FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM, TWITTER, YOUTUBE & LINKEDIN *EMAIL US AT NCOPDLIVE@GMAIL.COM *TPSGL HOTLINE 409-203-6700 **WE DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THIS MUISIC 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6403739813412864
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David Pere
12 Things Drill Instructors Do That Would Get Them Fired Anywhere Else
Drill instructors do things every single day at boot camp that would get a manager escorted out of any office in America before lunch. Screaming inches from your face, destroying your belongings, timing how fast you brush your teeth, punishing the whole platoon because one recruit smiled. Twelve of them, from a Marine who went through it and then spent three years as a recruiter sending kids to do the same. None of this is a complaint. It works. That's the strange part. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 0:00 - Getting in your face 0:31 - Destroying your stuff 1:19 - Doing it again. And again. 2:23 - No privacy anywhere 3:35 - Eating on the clock 4:40 - Everyone pays 5:21 - The inspections 5:40 - Micromanagement 5:59 - What they call you 6:11 - Messing with your head 6:59 - They never leave 7:30 - The rest of it 📖 FREE GUIDE for transitioning service members: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/free-book #BootCamp #DrillInstructor #Marines #Military
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David Pere
Why Boot Camp Is the Easiest Part of the Military
Everybody thinks boot camp is the hardest thing you'll do in the military. It isn't. Boot camp has simple rules, someone plans every minute of your day, and there's a finish line you can count down to. What comes after is where careers actually get made or ruined, and nobody warns you about that part before you sign. I spent 13 years in the Marine Corps. Here's what actually gets people, and it isn't the drill instructors. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 0:00 - Why boot camp is simple 0:41 - What actually breaks recruits 1:58 - The day after graduation 2:36 - Competent, not compliant 3:35 - Fitness is on you now 3:56 - Who you hang around with 4:08 - The traps 5:16 - Real responsibility 6:22 - What boot camp actually teaches 📖 FREE GUIDE for transitioning service members: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/free-book #BootCamp #Marines #Military #JoiningTheMilitary
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David Pere
What Every Marine Memorizes at Boot Camp (And Never Forgets)
Every Marine memorizes 25 rules of leadership, and most of us can still recite them years after getting out. This video breaks down all of them: the 14 Marine Corps leadership traits, remembered by the acronym JJ DID TIE BUCKLE, and the 11 leadership principles that go with them. Judgment, justice, decisiveness, integrity, bearing, courage, all of it, plus what each one actually means when you're the one in charge. I spent 13 years in the Marine Corps. These aren't posters on a wall. They're the reason a 22-year-old can run a team of grown men in the worst conditions you can imagine, and they work just as well in a business as they do in a unit. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 0:00 - JJ DID TIE BUCKLE 0:15 - The 14 traits 2:42 - The 11 principles 2:50 - Know yourself 3:07 - Know your Marines 3:33 - Set the example 3:50 - Make timely decisions 4:26 - Take responsibility 📖 FREE GUIDE for transitioning service members: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/free-book #Marines #Leadership #MilitaryLeadership #Veterans
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David Pere
7 Close Calls From My Deployment (The Enemy Wasn't the Problem)
Seven times my own side almost got me in Afghanistan, and the enemy had nothing to do with most of them. The great Leatherneck fire, a burning truck blocking the only road out, and the night I fell asleep at the wheel of a 30,000 pound MRAP while a convoy drove straight at us. Nobody warns you that deployment is trying to get you even when nobody's shooting. I kept a journal through all of it. The book's coming. 0:00 - The whole base is on fire 1:12 - The truck in the road 2:56 - Everything breaks 3:56 - Asleep at the wheel 7:16 - Where trucks shouldn't go 7:59 - The rollover scream 9:09 - What almost gets you 📖 FREE GUIDE for transitioning service members: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/free-book #Afghanistan #Marines #Deployment #Veterans
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David Pere
Every Military Rank Explained (And Why They're Genius)
Every rank in the US military explained, from E-1 private all the way to 4-star general. Enlisted, NCOs, staff NCOs, warrant officers, and the officer corps, what each level actually does, and why the whole system is built around responsibility instead of authority. I spent 13 years in the Marine Corps, so I'll use Marine ranks as the spine, but every branch works basically the same way. The military doesn't run on generals. It runs on sergeants. 0:00 - Responsibility, not authority 0:33 - Enlisted vs officers 1:06 - Junior enlisted 2:07 - NCOs 2:50 - Staff NCOs 4:00 - Warrant officers 5:47 - Company grade officers 6:34 - Field grade officers 7:29 - Generals 8:28 - Why the system works 📖 FREE GUIDE for transitioning service members: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/free-book #Military #MilitaryRanks #Marines #Veterans
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David Pere
11 Worst Days in the Military Ranked by a Marine Who Lived Them
I ranked the 11 worst days you'll have in the military, from boot camp to your last day in uniform. I spent 13 years in the Marine Corps, so I had most of these myself. Some of them are just annoying. A couple of them stay with you. You'll notice I skipped a number. That was on purpose. 0:00 - The vault 1:00 - The holidays 1:45 - Denied 2:11 - The Monday 2:26 - The promotion trap 3:42 - The last day 4:04 - The yellow footprints 4:51 - Back from boot camp 5:29 - The worst way out 6:12 - Number one If you're a veteran or service member struggling, the Veterans Crisis Line is free and confidential: dial 988 then press 1, or text 838255. 📖 FREE GUIDE for transitioning service members: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/free-book #Military #Marines #Veterans #BootCamp
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David Pere
9 Bizarre Military Rituals That Sound Fake (They Still Happen Today)
You asked for the other branches. 9 military traditions from the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps and Coast Guard that border on hazing, from the scavenger hunts every boot camp recruit gets sent on, to blood wings, to the shellback ceremony when a Navy ship crosses the equator. I spent 13 years in the Marine Corps. Some of these I did, some got done to me. If you got sent looking for something on day one, you know exactly which one. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 0:00 - Go find it 1:05 - The keys 1:42 - Blood wings 2:30 - Wet down 3:21 - Crossing the line 5:08 - The box 5:34 - Batteries 5:49 - The watch 6:18 - The vaccine 6:43 - Bonus rounds Get a FREE copy of my book, and get connected to the Military Millionaire community on all of your favorite platforms: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/free-book #Military #MilitaryTraditions #Marines #Veterans
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David Pere
7 Secret Military Units Explained (And How You Actually Join Them)
These are 7 real military units most people have never heard of, what they actually do, and how you'd actually get into them. One of them jumped in my truck in Afghanistan wearing no rank and no name tapes. Took me a while to figure out who he was. Some of these units the Pentagon barely acknowledges exist. 0:00 - The unit that finds the doors 1:21 - Night Stalkers 2:28 - The guy in my truck 4:39 - The military's diplomats 5:22 - The one with no photos 6:11 - Swift, silent, deadly 7:43 - The branch you joke about Get everything I wish I knew before leaving the military - https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/free-book #Military #SpecialForces #Marines #Veterans
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