Just found this podcast on my algorithm and subscribed, i’m glad you’re doing this. Former Army EOD Tech here and have had the honor of meeting Shawn and getting to know him, he’s an awesome guy and I’m glad to have had the opportunity. Prayers to him and his family.
Great episode! David, your dedication to this incredible challenge is truly inspiring. It's amazing how you're combining your passion for running with your commitment to raising awareness for EOD and the EOD Warrior Foundation. Good luck with the marathon! Jerron, thanks for sharing this incredible story. It's a reminder of the amazing people in our community and the sacrifices they make. Can't wait to see how David does!
My EOD officer was first a UDT 11 member, then after his first tour in 'Nam, went through Cadre training, and into SEAL team 1. He had four tours in 'Nam, including serving in PRU unit 1, Phoenix program, tasked with taking prisoners out of POW camps, work with MACVSOG etc. I met and worked with several such men during my time. Myself, USN Special Weapons Lebanon Grenada and NATO Europe 81-87
Strength is the work we do on our self, with the personal loss, war and death we endure! Personal Development Matt, you are a warrior inside! Physical, Mental, Nutritional, Spiritual! “I have observed two hundred-pound warriors come home after being wounded in action at half the body weight they went on deployment with. Mike D. was shot twenty-seven times and lived after that day. He was a frail man when I saw him return to the command after his hospitalization. You never forget images like that. “Clark Schwedler of Crystal Falls, Michigan, was Killed in Action (KIA) in Iraq on April 6, 2007.” RIP’s Warriors Excerpt From FOULED ANCHOR Michael J. Gilbert This material may be protected by copyright.
@@echooscardelta4194 100% agree. I’ve known him since his first platoon. It’s good to see him on the better path. Our community has come a long way in the past 20+ years, but as you both mentioned, much more work can be done.
My mentor Oli, this guy's the man. We served together MU3 Det 71 mk 6 when I was an assistant. Him and Graham threw the best parties, Hooyah brother. David Lamon.
I was in Jay Ly's 800 division in bootcamp. I remember him being down to earth and humble kid. Not sure if you'll see this but I'm glad you made it through and became a tech. Well done dude.
I remember when Greg made Chief Petty Officer onboard the USS Flint (AE-32). We were part of the same 1st Class Mess when he was a First Class. Nice to see you retired as an LCDR. Senior Chief Yeoman John M.
The conventional forces are very adaptable and make quick and effective decisions that benefit not only the troops on the ground but the strategic goal as well. On darn, I said the opposite of the truth again
Cast & recovery was one small nugget of what we did. Loved every minute of my 26 years of active duty. Navy EOD is not a job, it’s life in and of itself. If it was easy, anyone could do it.
Crazy story to share, thank you for serving although maybe not your choice. I just saw the wall that heals in my town today as it was visiting which was interesting.
Are you the Jay that graduated with my Grandson Josh Merry around 2010? If you are I’ve often wondered how you did. If I remember correctly you went to EODMU-5 after school.
@echooscardelta4194 right on that's the way I look at it. I got to work with some fine Vietnam era SEALs and EOD techs. Fine dudes. Enjoyed this interview. Myself, USN Special Weapons Lebanon Grenada and NATO Europe 81-87.
Like wow, things have really changed… “sponsoring your boot camp division???” EOD Dive Motivator???? SEAL Dive Motivator???? Never heard of any of these things…
Air rescue, SEAL, EOD, Diver and SWCC all have their own division and all have an added PT portion that prepares you for the specific challenge programs as mentioned with motivators from all those communities that give harder workouts and some wisdom for what is to come in those pipelines.
When I went through we only had dive motivators, no special divisions. It seems like the deditcated divisions were a success though. The navy got rid of them again, but looks like they're coming back.
I can’t believe I came across this. I was on Karl’s team during his first deployment. His story at the 40 min mark leaves out a lot of shenanigans, including how the damn fridge was launched into a chicken coop
@@echooscardelta4194 Thanks for the offer, but I've never been one to discuss those days in public. Enlisted in 2003, I was at MU11 from 2005-2008. Left the Navy and that life a long time ago.
Cool… Thanks for sharing. When I went to ac in late 80’s we had a bunch of CT’s in my class, a good chunk of them ended up attached to one type or another of specwar outfits / dets. Never knew any EOD or team guys. You guys are the bomb!
I just recently washed from prelim on the AF side. I always said I wouldn't ever quit and if something gets me itll be academic or injury and the 79% still burns me. I have 8 years on contract so I'm definitely going to be back. Never quitting is bitter sweet but it calls for grit and tenacity.
Nice video! Please tell me those 12 or 18 guys that got captured by Iranian’s in the gulf about 8 or 10 yrs ago after their boat engines quit or something, please, for the love of God, tell me those guys Balling their eyes out like little bitches, tell me they were NOT SWIC’s!!!
Jeff Simons was my first LCPO in EOD and couldn’t ask for a better individual to emulate as a new slick bomb arriving on a MCM team. He changed the Navy EOD community for the better and forged the way for our younger techs to develop the newest countermeasures and TTPs in protection of emerging threats. Well done Echo/Oscar/Delta. Hooyah Jeff and Hooyah EOD. Regards, Mike Monroe
Just found out about this page and podcast, shocked there isn't more support! You're absolutely crushing it and its super insightful and inspiring to see. Waiting on my package to be accepted on my commands side so i can get my contract. Super excited to one day be apart of the family. Keep crushing it!
Thank you very much! EOD is a little known community that makes some massive impacts. Good luck. Once you get your contract stay motivated and enjoy the suck. It’s worth it on the other side.
