GRP 184- Always Faithful Always Forward: The Story of Marine Raider Nick Jones

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We hear the story of Nick Jones, a retired Marine Raider and recipient of the Navy Cross, for his bravery. Jones shares his experience serving in Afghanistan in the infantry and later in Iraq as part of the Marine Special Operations, where he engaged in direct combat against ISIS. He also discusses the toll that special operations can take on family life and the importance of supporting veterans struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder. Jones's story is both inspiring and eye-opening, providing listeners with a glimpse into the dedication and sacrifice required of those who serve in the military.

Main Takeaways

• Joining the Marine Corps

• Marine Expeditionary Unit

• Scout Sniper Platoon

• Afghanistan 

• Iraq 

• ISIS

• Navy Cross 

Visit Nick Jones foundations website:

http://www.talonsreachfoundation.org

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GRP 181-Exonerating the MARSOC Seven and Exposing Military Injustices: A Conversation with Marine Major Fred Galvin

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Former Marine Major Fred Galvin discusses the exoneration of the MARSOC Seven, who was falsely accused of killing civilians in Afghanistan. He sheds light on the flaws in the military justice system and the need for accountability among the Major Generals. He also discusses the ongoing legal battle of the MARSOC Three. Galvin expresses concern about the state of the military and the potential conflict with China over Taiwan, highlighting the need for strong leadership. With insightful commentary on current issues within and the military world, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in military justice and leadership.

Main Takeaways

• The MARSOC Three

• Major Galvin's journey into the Marine Corps

• First Commanding Officer of MARSOC in Combat

• Being ambushed and then accused of war crimes

• The dishonesty of Marine Corps Generals

• War with China

Get a copy of Major Galvin's book and website:

A Few Bad Men

www.commandoshow.com

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GRP 170-Intelligence is the ability to adapt to change: The Story of Army Special Missions Sergeant Major Erick Miyares

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GRP 170-Intelligence is the ability to adapt to change: The Story of Army Special Missions Sergeant Major Erick Miyares 

Retired Army Special Missions Sergeant Major Erick Miyares is joining me for this week's podcast. SGM Miyares's family immigrated from Cuba to Florida, where he lived until joining the Marine Corps and served for six years. He transitioned into the Army, serving as a Signals expert in the 7th Special Forces Group. He was shot during a deployment to Ecuador in the late 90s. After recovering, Sergeant Major Miyares tried for and got selected to serve in the Army's Special Missions Unit, where he stayed for 20 years. We discussed working with the SEALs, counter-terrorism, hostage rescue, and veterans' mental health. Tune in

Main Takeaways

• Joining the Marine Corps

• Entering the 7th Special Forces Group in the Army to work as a Signals Electronic Warfare Specialist

• Getting shot in Ecuador supporting a Special Forces team

• Joining the Army's Special Missions Unit

• Working with the SEAL Special Mission Unit 

• Working Hostage Rescue Operations 

• SIGINT and HUMINT Intelligence

• Veterans mental health 

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GRP 165-Chaos was the law of nature; Order was the dream of man: A conversation with a Marine Corps General

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My guest for this week's podcast is retired Marine Corps Major General Arnold Punaro. Punaro went on to serve for 34 years, finishing his career as the Commanding Officer of the 4th Marine Division and reaching the rank of Two Star General. He was shot during a firefight as a young Officer leading Marines against an enemy position in Vietnam.

After the war, he went to work for Senator Sam Nunn in National Security matters serving as his director of National Security Affairs and then as Staff Director of the Senate Armed Services Committee. His latest book, "The Ever Shrinking Fighting Force." Highlights the issue of how more money being spent is not equating to a more effective fighting force. We discussed General Punaro's time in Vietnam, Russia's invasion of Ukraine and China, and his book. Tune in.

Main Takeaways

• Being shot by a sniper

• CPL Roy Hammonds saves Punaro and gets killed shortly after

• Working National Security for Senator Sam Nunn

• Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan

• Russia's invasion of Ukraine

• The Ever Shrinking Fighting Force

Connect with Arnold Punaro

Website

Book

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GRP 152-To the left of Bang: Marine Corps Combat Veteran Yousef Badou

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GRP 152- Joining me for this week's podcast is Marine Corps veteran Yousef Badou. Yousef runs Emergence Disrupt, a training company specializing in Situational Awareness & Behavior Analysis Training. Badou deployed multiple times to Iraq as a U.S. Marine. His father is

from Kuwait, where he spent his early years living in Kuwait during the invasion by Saddam Hussein helped shape his path moving forward.

He would be recalled into the Marine Corps to teach for the Combat Hunter program. The FBI routinely utilizes emergence Disrupt, as do the Joint Regional Intelligence Centers, Overseas Advisory Council, and Military and Law Enforcement. This was a fun podcast. Enjoy.

He would be recalled into the Marine Corps to teach for the Combat Hunter program. The FBI routinely utilizes emergence Disrupt, as do the Joint Regional Intelligence Centers, Overseas Advisory Council, and Military and Law Enforcement. This was a fun podcast. Enjoy.

Check out Emergence Disrupt here: https://www.emergencedisrupt.com

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