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0:56
Hohn's Request for Weapons and Support
1:08
Home Health Services and Benefits
1:44
At-Home Biomarker Testing and Physician Consults
2:17
Ordering the Assessment and Consulting with a Physician
3:58
US Reconnaissance Teams in Kafji
4:28
Contingency Planning and Mission Briefing
5:02
Battle of Kafji Aftermath
6:46
Introduction to Guest Alan Cooper Coop
11:52
Guest's Military Service and Decorations
12:34
Discussion of Special Operations and CIA Contracting
13:40
Guest's Uncomfortability with Sharing Military Experiences
14:11
Personal Background and Childhood
16:01
Free Headbands and Wristbands
16:31
Family History and Military Influence
17:02
Inspiration to Join the Military
18:10
Delayed Entry Program and Underage Issues
18:42
Marine Combat Training and Job Description
19:46
Choosing the Toe Gunner Role
20:18
Tow Gunner Training and Stationing in Hawaii
20:52
Swimming Test and Special Operations Selection
21:23
Over the Horizon Navigation Training in Coronado
22:26
Amphibious Landings and Specialized Training
23:32
Mission Briefing and Lasso Technique
24:06
Historical Context of Special Operations in the Marine Corps
25:14
Cross-Type Training and Scout Swimmer Role
26:24
Scout Swimmer Operations and Reconnaissance Techniques
27:33
Zodiacs and Beach Insertion Procedures
28:07
Hydrographic Reconnaissance and Surveys
29:51
Boston Whaler and Special Training Section
31:40
First Impressions and Training
32:14
Mail-in Recruitment and Initial Awe
32:48
Pre-Deployment Reflections on News and Horror Stories
33:26
Break and Historical Context
34:01
Iraq's Invasion of Kuwait and U.S. Involvement
34:31
Key Facts about Operation Desert Storm
35:44
Introduction to US Military Operations in the Gulf War
36:22
Reconnaissance and Deployment to Kuwait/Saudi Arabia
36:52
Preparation for War, Integration into Third Platoon
37:27
Personal Experiences and Equipment Preparation
39:40
Lack of GPS and Navigation Technology
40:10
Body Armor and Limited Training
40:45
Comparing Military Experience to Later Training
41:18
Improvization and Overcoming Debt
41:48
Waiting for Deployment and Logistics Challenges
42:21
Logistics and Training Challenges
43:31
Arrival and Vehicle Description
44:00
Card Playing and Departure to Monifa Bay
44:35
Rocket Attack and Gas Masks
45:06
First Time Getting Hit and Chemical Warfare
46:17
Aftermath of First Attack and Government Claims
46:54
Tactical Nukes and Nuclear War
47:27
Getting Familiar with the Surroundings
48:30
Moving Towards Kafji and Saudi Arabia
49:06
Reconnaissance Mission for the Whole Front
50:13
Investigating the Oil Facility and Abandoned City
51:21
Setting Up Equipment and Final Locations
56:27
Re-establishing Calm and Setting Up in a New Location
58:03
Incoming Rockets and Response
58:34
Moving Location and Reconnaissance
59:41
Surveying the Abandoned City
1:00:16
Recon Team and Small Arms Fire
1:00:51
Illumination and Small Arms Fire Continued
1:01:25
Nighttime Observation and Small Arms Fire
1:01:55
Observation of Iraqi Forces (Continued)
1:04:08
Enemy Forces Take Control of City, Marines Not Allowed In
1:04:41
Coalition Force Assembled to Retake City
1:05:13
Marines Provide Fire Support from Outside City
1:05:51
Coalition Force Engages in Battle, Harriers Withdraw
1:07:05
Friendly Forces Attempt to Relieve Trapped Marines
1:08:15
Coyote's Leadership and Grenade Incident
1:09:17
Chaos and Confusion in the City
1:09:52
Artillery Strike and Vehicle Damage
1:10:57
Iraqi Sniper in the Building
1:12:01
AT4 Rocket and Eardrum Protection
1:12:34
Surroundment by Iraqi Forces and Coalition Intervention
1:13:06
Escape from Surrounded Position
1:13:41
Friendly Fire Incident and Crypto Destruction
1:14:48
Post-Engagement Actions and Contingency Planning
1:16:25
Collect Calls and News of Safety
1:16:59
Radio Communication and CNN Report
1:18:22
Battle for Saudi Border Town of Kochi
1:18:56
Trapped Marines and Battle Experience
1:19:26
Heavy Machine Gun Fire and Sniper Attacks
1:20:45
Defensive Belts and B-52 Bombs
1:21:16
Last Mission and Reconnaissance
1:22:21
Patrolling and Finding Mines
1:22:55
Digging Holes and Observing
1:23:26
Finding a Bomb Crater
1:23:59
Nighttime Mission and Unexpected Event
1:25:09
Initial Situation in Kuwait and Saudi Arabia
1:25:45
Finding a Route into Kuwait and the End of the War
1:26:20
Description of the Situation in Kuwait International
1:26:57
Reasons for the Quick End of the War
1:27:32
Description of POWs and the Aftermath
1:28:37
Desert Storm and Tank Battles
1:29:14
Wood Designs and Art
1:30:19
Military Experience in Tonga
1:30:52
Leaving the Marine Corps and Joining the Army
1:31:55
Regrets and Career Choices
1:32:27
Initial Army Experience and Transition to Special Forces
1:32:57
Joining the Infantry and Choosing a Unit
1:33:34
Assignment to Long-Range Surveillance (LURCE) and Ranger School
1:34:09
Ranger School and Halo School Experience
1:35:11
SF Selection Experience and Comparison to Other Training
1:36:21
Clarification on SF Training Selection Process
1:36:54
Land Navigation Course and Obstacle Courses
1:37:32
Description of Events in SF Training
1:38:08
More Description of Events and Challenges
1:39:13
Additional Events and Challenges in SF Training
1:40:22
Description of Selection Process
1:40:54
Physical Challenges and Mind Games
1:43:09
Training and Deployment Experience
1:44:48
Initial Training and Classwork
1:45:24
Survival Techniques and Storytelling
1:45:58
Living Off the Land and Mission
1:46:32
Capture and Interrogation
1:48:46
Aviation and Captain Story
1:49:24
Soft Sell Interrogation Techniques
1:50:29
Hard Sell and Establishing Rapport
1:51:35
Personal Interrogation Experience
1:52:06
Using a Marine Corps Tattoo to Avoid Questions
1:52:41
Breaking Down and Identifying as an SF Guy
1:53:15
Unfortunate Consequences of Breaking Down
1:53:48
Prisoners of War and Chemical Water
1:54:23
Surviving in a Hostile Environment
1:54:53
Deploying to Asia and Training with an ASOT Team
1:56:09
US Funding and Training of Foreign Armies
1:57:55
Training with FBI, DEA, and Border Patrol in Thailand
1:59:35
Counter-Terrorism Operations in the Philippines
2:00:11
Training and Operations in the Philippines
2:00:43
Philippines as a Third Front of Global War on Terror
2:01:15
Incident in Minden and Joint Operations
2:02:27
Operations in Sri Lanka and Teaching Medical Skills
2:02:57
Live Tissue Training in Sri Lanka
2:04:05
Personal Experience with Military Operation in Malaysia and Australia
2:04:41
Joint Operation with Malaysia, Australia, and Guam to Find Dirty Bomb
2:05:16
Use of Nuclear Sniffers and Equipment in Search for Dirty Bomb
2:05:48
Deployment and Search Efforts in Saipan, Guam, and Philippines
2:06:23
Experience with ASAP Team and Secret Operations
2:07:01
Training and Selection Process for ASAP Program
2:08:09
Introduction to MI6 and Special Operations Training
2:08:44
Infiltration Techniques and Blending In
2:09:19
Comparison of Special Operations Training to Combat Experience
2:09:53
James Bond-like Infiltration and Surveillance Techniques
2:10:23
Working with the Agency and Undercover Operations
2:12:10
Taking a Break and Coming Back to Wrap Up
2:12:44
Discussing Transition and New Business
2:13:16
Venturing into Woodworking and New Company
2:13:47
Focusing on Cutting Boards and Woodworking Products
2:14:22
Discussing Tabletops, Epoxy Art, and Challenges
2:14:54
Preparing for Etsy Launch and Thanking the Guest
2:16:42
Supporting Vets and Personal Connection
2:17:15
Transitioning Out of Special Operations and Agency Work
2:17:54
Phone Call and Family Moment
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