Cleared Hot Episode 170 - Wil Willis 

Let's start a petition to bring back an even better version of Spec Ops Mission with Wil Willis that show was amazing.

Wil Willis, wow never see a man so open and honest about himself, so much respect for this man, I salute you Sir

"The un-opened G.I. Joe" bit is some of the funniest stuff I have ever heard.

I thought that at the hour mark Will was going to shout "listeners, 1 hour has passed, you have 2 hours remaining..." 😁 ⚒🔩🔥🗡

It's amazing that he's strong enough to talk about his mental health openly like this, very impressive man and enjoyed the podcast!

That was one of the most real podcasts I have ever heard. Not to bring up others but it seems that lately most are just the host talking on and on instead of guest. Bravo for selecting a topic and sitting back and letting guest just talk. Real men, real problems and real conversation. Great stuff Andy!

This guy is like a Real Life Jon Bernthal Character 💯💯😂

Andy, this one was on a Joe Rogan level but better

Isn't this the ranger roll guy? 😂

One of your best podcast yet. This guy is a straight shooter and total humble bad ass. Miss watching Spec Ops mission lol

I listen to a lot of podcasts while I’m driving. This conversation was amazing. Wil Willis is too open and honest for most production houses. I’m not especially interested in military things; however, I love real life. Wil Willis is real life. I can’t believe RU-vid recommended this video. This guy is a grown man.

Thank you for letting the guest speak you're podcasting better than most.

Wil Willis is like the Matthew McConaughey if SF. Great interview

As I'm listening to this I just keep hearing Ray Liota in the back of my mind saying "as far back as I can remember I always wanted to be a Ranger."

I have listened to this podcast 3 times. Every so often I watch it again. I really can't wait until round 2.

Wil’s brutal honesty and self awareness is refreshing! Thank you both for your tremendous service!

This was a good episode, I enjoyed hearing will Willis unhinged opinion of forged in fire and also learning more about him. It was a pleasure to have met will when I was a competitor on FiF it is very true that you are judged now on how you did on forged in fire and that’s silly. Wills encouragement after asking me to leave the forge after the final weapon testing, reminds me from time to time to keep pushing on. After watching this and listening to some of what he’s gone through I have gained a deeper and greater respect for him. Good luck will.

This was a great episode! Mr. Wil Willis seems so humble and down to earth, sarcastic yet serious, and upfront and honest. The planet could use some more guys like him these days. Shout out to Air Force Special Tactics.... Solid troops. You guys rock!

I legitimately needed to hear this podcast at the point where I find myself in this journey. I would love a part 2!

What a good dude. Listening him talk about his childhood and the forgiveness and understanding he has is mind blowing. It’s pretty humbling to listen to people like this, who o we come serious adversity to become good people. Thanks for being transparent and honest man.

This has been one of the best Cleared Hot episodes...bar none!

Appreciate you talking about BPD and your childhood Wil. I had similar experiences as a kid, also grew up to join the Australian Army and served in SOF as a Commando. I've since left and have recently been diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder after so many issues without ever really understanding why. Much respect to you mate. Cheers.

I was 18 when I joined the Marines in 1997. I had good mentors growing up but I needed the discipline. I spent 8 years (4 more due to 9/11) and it provided direction. I could have done 12 more but after my time I realized I wanted to finish college and while I loved the marines, I wanted something different. My dad was a Vietnam vet from the 82nd Airborne. His father was in Patton’s 3rd Army. It’s funny how complex our relationships can be with our fathers. We all have different experiences and I’m glad I have mine. I enjoyed listening to this episode.

his enlistment / recruiter story is so spot on. This PJ is hilarious. "How many times have you smoked weed?" "Once" "When was the last time you were high?" "...Yesterday."

I am thankful to Andy for having Wil on the podcast. I never thought I would find someone who mirrored my personality as much as Wil does.

Can't wait for Wil to come back! Been a fan of his for a long time. My father used to do the Canadian equivalent of PJs in our Air Force called Search And Rescue Technicians or SARTech. They do everything PJs do except combat SAR, they do SAR within Canada and on humanitarian missions. They even share the same motto; he always said that PJs were an amazing bunch of guys and he always loved working with them. Respect to all the PJs out there. These things we do that others may live.

I love forged in fire. This was the first time I got to hear who will Willis really is. I've seen all of his shows. It's refreshing to hear someone be honest with who they are. This was 3 hours or so but was easy to sit through.

Long time Willis fan boy and follower. Special mission Ops! We need that show back!

Amazing Mr. Willis is so open with his past. A lot of people go through similar child hood issues and it's incredible how different people turn out. Thank you for your service!

“Why would you want to jump out of a perfectly good airplane?” “Have you looked around? This is not a perfectly good airplane.”

Thank you, Wil for the DBT shout-out. It is a very under-rated approach to growth when members have these personality traits. Maybe someday small unit commanders will understand how to interact with their service members with borderline traits. Courage and respect.

Wil Willis is a good dude. I always remember Spec Ops. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

We all miss Wil, he was a big part of the show for me and my husband. I can see him doing anything. Vets, mental health! make it happen, producers!

Hell yeah, I’ve been waiting for this since you mentioned him on Free Range American!!!

Dude i loved "spec ops mission" maybe im the only one. 🤷‍♂️🤣

This dude was one of the main reasons why I enlisted after he did the special ops show damn he’s cool

I thoroughly enjoyed this podcast, & would definitely listen to it again. Wow, what an incredible human being. I appreciate the full disclosure when sharing your experiences with us. You've really lived life to the fullest. Man, what a solid individual. Thank you for your service!

The best “cleared Hot” podcast ever! Only thing that could top this one would be a podcast with Seagull!!!

I could listen to this dude for 8 hours, lol!! He makes 3 hours feel like 30 minutes.

"We've been at this for over three hours man, where can people find you?" 37mins later...

Will Willis is a damn treasure, love this dude.

Definitely in the top 5 best guests list for Cleared Hot. Really enjoyed hearing Wil's story and his delivery on this podcast.

Amazing podcast! I'm glad Wil spoke on BPD. My wife is a certified DBT therapist and has mentioned this illness before. It was awesome to hear it discussed on this platform.

This was and is a great interview. Thank you for doing it. I was wondering why Mr Wil Willis was not on Forged in Fire and now I know. I wish him the best in every thing he decides to do. And thank him for his service.. and thank you for your service. God Bless. with much Respect...

Wil, bring that spec ops show back!!!! You could have so many guests come on and do it now!

This podcast episode does in fact “keeel”.

Wil is awesome! I remember fondly of Special Ops Mission, man and watching it as a kid. Whiskey Whiskey Out! 😎

Never before in my life has someone kept my attention for almost 4 hours straight. This is the best, most interesting, and for lack of more descriptive words I'll say honest segment of one's experience I have ever witnessed. Excellent Podcast! It has triggered me to reflect back on my own life, some mistakes, and even statements I've made. Like Get off youtube, facebook, and twitter. They each have their place and purpose just as long as you seek the truth and don't believe in the bullshit. Too many people allow themselves to be deceived with other people's opinions. I view Wil Willis as a truth seeker for himself in which his integrity stems from. This is a man whose opinion I would consider strongly and most likely value. I can't say that about very many people any more.

What a story of pain and truth. I appreciate Mr. Willis for sharing and cleared hot for posting. Inspiring

I remember this dude from the Military Channel. He had his own show . This is a pipe swinging bad ass for sure .

This is The Best Podcast I have ever listened to. Thanks for having Will on!

Damn he has an awesome head of hair. I miss him on Forged in Fire. It was cool hearing his story.

Wil Willis would make a awesome podcaster

I had never heard of your podcast before - I'm a huge Forged in Fire fan and wanted to see for myself what people complain about with Wil. What I found was an incredibly honest and self-aware individual. Very interesting conversation - subbed!

One of the best Podcasts to date. Honest talk, and Andy just letting him talk was fantastic. Humble and awesome👊🏼

The "Jesus survival" shtick was rather unexpected and epic )))

I've listened to this podcast before, but it is so good.

Willis's stories had me dying throughout the whole interview 🤣💀

Incredible story Wil. Thank you for sharing. Thank you for the appreciation of your dad. Thank you for being bigger than you were set up to be.

Love how candid and honest Wil is. I look forward to seeing his future endeavors.

My father most likely had BPD, and my long-ago ex (also military) has BPD, so hearing Wil talk so openly about this illness that carries so much stigma, and gets nearly no attention for the males who suffer from it...it just means so much. This is such an important conversation to have. It's a brutal condition for the people who have it and for the people who love them. It's a condition often born of trauma and it's so under-treated. Listening to his story hit very close to home. BPD folks tend to be the most charismatic, genuinely talented, brilliant, big hearted folks...but with a dark side that destroys everything around them no matter how they secretly wish it wouldn't- without the proper help to mitigate that side. Wil, if you somehow see this comment- I commend you beyond words for speaking on this, and for getting treatment. To lead by example on this front may be the most impactful or healing thing anyone could ever do. BPD desperately needs a voice, and especially a male voice to shed light, support, and treatment while dispelling the stigma that it's mostly a woman's illness, or "untreatable". I wish you all the best. Thank you.

Honestly an amazing Episode, Wil's honesty about his life and mistakes is something rarely seen. I would love to see him back on the Podcast.

Gotta be one of the coolest smooth-talking guests I’ve ever seen

This man's way of thinking is awesome I think we could all learn from him thanx dude

"those things are kicking your ass." that was hilarious. Wil is a riot, loved this.

For those of you wondering, 2:45:00 is when Wil starts to explain his reason for leaving FIF. I have really enjoyed watching Wil throughout the years on various shows, and after hearing why he left, it makes me respect him even more. All we have is our integrity, and our dignity, and he worked hard to keep that present in the show, and if they weren’t willing to keep that, he was correct in leaving.

I want to hear him talk about the special operations show and how those mission might be handled in real life. Great podcast! Let’s hear part 2 soon!

Awesome podcast!

Thank you for this honest conversation Wil. I appreciated your input on those Forged in Fire Shows, Thank you for your integrity...

Will Don’t know if you’ll ever read this but my situation growing up was so much like yours. We even parented in the same ways. You shed some light on some things that I will use. God bless,stay tough.

This was one of the best damn episodes ever man. Wil is awesome, And I like that he was real with everything and completely honest and open. That damn unopen G.I.Joe was hilarious as hell.

You have to get Will back. Loved the podcast. Thank you

Shit! He’s not going back to the Forge! Not the same without him!

"Unopened GI Joe"🤣🤣 Such a legend and really fun to listen to Definitely one of my favorite podcasts thus far

That was by far the best interview I’ve watched in a helluva long time 👍🏻

Andy, this was probably one of the Best (Show's) Pod cast, I've ever watched...Thank you for what you do...

I've been a fan of Wil Willis since Special Ops Mission. I loved that show and hated when it was no longer being made. Seen various other things he's done over the years but never really cared about Forged in Fire, they could have been baking cakes for that matter, same shit, different toilet. Couldn't wait to hear this after Andy announced it. Keep bringing the awesome guests Andy, you're Cleared Hot!

Love this guy Willis. Full on straight shooter. I could listen to him for hours. Great ethics, especially re hosting the knife show. Your show, podcast.......5 stars out of 5 possible you have a great rapport with your guests.

Whiskey Whiskey is a legend! Round 2 please. Thank you guys!

Best podcast on RU-vid. How freaking spoiled are we to get this level of quality content for freaking free?! Can't even factor how much I've grown from what I've gleaned from this podcast... Thank you!

Thank you both for this episode.

loved 100% of this. please have him on again!

Wil Willis is candid and pure comical. I like the model part lol. I haven't laughed so much in a long time!

One of the best interviews i have ever watched and listened too PEROID !!!! Outstanding gentleman !!!!

That was 3 1/2 hours well worth my time. S/F

i loved SPEC OPS MISSION...wished there had been more episodes

Will Willis is a great guy to listen to he really makes the stories so good

I met him in person at Camp Pendleton during training and he is the best dude. So knowledgeable of everything. Good dude.

What a great episode. I love Wil even more now, and I respect his reasons for leaving the show even though my wife and I miss him on it. I wish him all the best in life. Real talk!

Will is like the most honest guy on calling himself out. I believe he is doing well overcoming his stated issues. Personally I like being around loose cannons. I have always liked what he has done in his Hollywood career

This is one of my favorite interviews! I really loved this one Andy.

What a great interview. I didn’t even know who this guy was until I listened to this interview but to hear his honesty is refreshing.

I love WW. I hope he can make his dreams of his his next show a reality. I love how he shared his personal journey of therapeutic reflection with us. Keep at it Will! Thanks Andy

Without a doubt my favorite episode! Been out of the community for 8 years and it was like old times hearing you two talk. Feel like I could have listened to another 3 hours. Thank you

That Jesus perspective absolutely scrambled my brain. I’ve never thought about it in that way.

Will Willis, you are more humble than you realize. Your story resonated alot for me. I appreciate your openness and honesty. Thanks

“Spanish Rice Incident” Such a glorious phrase

Wil Willis is the reason I'm joining the army and going for PJ eventually, ever since I was an 11 year old nobody watching spec ops missions on the military channel, I knew something in me was ready to risk it all, and its finally come to fruition 14 years later. This interaction only cemented this. Thank you Wil Willis, for your service and your badass attitude

Can't wait for part two. This was one of the best you've done Andy!

Wil's childhood experience, although more severe than mine, was uncomfortably familiar.